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Tasha Pierce: UnWrapped
by Tasha Pierce: pop culture and politics, unwrapped
Hello, Team No-Tea!You deserve more than "tea." I'm Tasha Pierce, and this is where we dive into pop culture with common sense, maturity, and a whole lot of fun. We'll get into the stories behind the headlines, unapologetically from my Black perspective. Welcome. tashapierceunwrapped.substack.com
Episodes
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Need a Distraction? 2026 Shows to Watch While We Ignore the Government
Happy 2026! I’m back. I know I’ve been MIA, but I’m dropping in today because, if you are anything like me, you are trying to shut out the outside noise. I thought I was built to handle the “stench” coming from our government, but turns out, I need a break. So, today we are focusing on the...
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UNWRAPPED: Two Stories Exposing Medical Racism (AGAIN)
*If you’d like to see the charts and visuals from the video version of this episode, along with a book and film recommendation, check out the article version on Substack. Today, we analyze the harrowing stories of Mercedes Wells, who was denied care while in labor, and Tierra Walker, whose life…
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UnWrapped: The FBI Warning on Fake ICE Agents. Is This Plausible Deniability?
Hey UnWrapped Fam! We're digging into a very serious issue today: The FBI has finally issued a bulletin warning the public about criminals posing as ICE agents. This isn't just about a few bad apples; it's a serious national law enforcement concern. Drawing from reporting by Wired , I break down...
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Is Donald Trump Hiding a Serious Heart Condition?
What’s really going on with Donald Trump’s health? 🤔 In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the social media buzz around recent pictures that show the former President looking “lumpy and bumpy” under his jacket. We’re talking about the ongoing conversation about the rectangular shape folks…
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RazzleDazzleMo vs. Mike Johnson - For Democracy
Thanks for supporting Tasha Pierce: Unwrapped! This post is public so feel free to share it. A special election win. A highly-anticipated vote on the Epstein files. A looming government shutdown. And a very public threat involving a dating app. Political creator RazzleDazzleMo is demanding that...
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Toxic Tribalism in Sports (& Politics)
What is happening to sports etiquette? This week, Tasha jumps on to unwrap the aggressive and hostile fan behavior erupting across major sports—from the NFL to the WNBA and even the usually buttoned-up world of golf. Drawing a clear connection between the hyper-partisan volatility of American...
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We Will NEVER Forget!!
We're all taught that to be a patriot is to remember our history—the good, the bad, and the ugly. We're asked to 'never forget' 9/11 and the profound loss it represents. We talk about the importance of remembering D-Day, a pivotal moment in the fight against fascism. So, why is it that when Black...
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What Are Trump's Chances of Going to Heaven?
Jesus consistently connects the state of a person's heart with their relationship to wealth. The central theme isn't that being rich is a sin, but that the love of money, the trust in one's possessions, and the failure to use wealth to care for others can create a significant barrier to a...
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Trump's War: Bigger Than Missiles
Trump just launched airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites—and Congress didn’t approve any of it. In this episode, I break down exactly how we got here, starting with Israel’s attack on Iran, why the U.S. had no business getting involved, and how Trump is following the authoritarian playbook step by...
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What 'Martial Law' REALLY Means- And Why YOU Need to Pay Attention!
What does martial law really mean—and why does it keep popping up in moments of protest? In this episode, we break down the truth behind military crackdowns in America, from the Pullman Strike to Lafayette Square, and why the federal response to recent protests in L.A. should have everybody on...
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Book Bans Ain’t About Safety — They’re About Control
In this episode of UnWrapped, your host Tasha Pierce is cracking open the real story behind a recent headline that should have us all concerned — the U.S. Naval Academy quietly removing nearly 400 books from its library shelves because they were labeled “divisive.” Tasha dives into what this…
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Unwrapped: When AI Tells on Its Creator - Grok's White Genocide Confession
Unwrapped with Latasha Pierce delivers a no-holds-barred analysis of the week's most controversial topics in politics, technology, and social justice. In this fiery episode, Tasha dives into Elon Musk's manipulation of his AI chatbot Grok, exposing how it was programmed to spread white genocide...
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The Strike That Could Save Democracy: GENERAL STRIKE
What if I told you that real power isn’t in the hands of politicians—it’s in ours? In this special episode of Democracy on the Brink: A Revolution in Real Time, we’re breaking down the true power of the general strike—how everyday people have used it to challenge injustice, topple regimes, and...
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The Dictator’s Checklist: Trump’s Not-So-Secret Playbook
In this raw and unapologetic episode of Tasha Pierce: UnWrapped, Tasha breaks down the terrifying pattern playing out in real time: Donald Trump checking off the dictator to-do list like it’s a damn grocery run. From weaponizing the economy and flouting Supreme Court rulings to building a cult of...
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More Than A Moment: Keeping the Resistance LIT!
In this episode of Unwrapped, Tasha Pierce dives deep into the themes of resistance, power, and the role of storytelling in social change. She reflects on the energy of recent protests, the government's reaction, and the importance of sustained activism. From the power of memes to the lessons in...
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Caving to Trump: Law Firms, Universities, and the Death of Accountability
In this episode of Unwrapped, Tasha delves into the troubling developments under the second Trump administration, emphasizing the importance of holding those in power accountable. Pierce addresses the unlawful detention of Rumeysa Ozturk for her support of Palestinian human rights, the…
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Uneducated and Obedient: Why They Want to Control Schools
"If you wanted to control the future, where would you start? With the minds of the next generation." In this episode of Sinister Silhouettes, we break down the current administration’s efforts to dismantle the Department of Education and expose the deeper motives behind it. Is it really about...
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Trump: Making the Arts Great Again?
In this episode of UnWrapped, Tasha dives into the latest power grab in the arts: Donald Trump’s unprecedented takeover of the Kennedy Center. From stacking the board with his loyalists to dictating programming and taking shots at Hamilton, Trump is making it clear that his version of the arts...
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From The White Lotus to The White House: Power, Music & Media
In this episode, we’re unpacking three major stories shaping entertainment, culture, and politics: 🔥 Jason Isaacs Shuts Down Nudity Double Standards – The White Lotus star turned an awkward interview moment into a sharp critique of Hollywood’s gendered obsession with nudity. We break down why…
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Social Security on the Brink: The DOGE Takeover and What Comes Next
A group of young tech recruits—dubbed the "DOGE Kids"—have taken over key government operations under the Department of Government Efficiency, a Trump-era agency shaking up everything from the Treasury to Social Security. But who are they, and why are they calling the shots at the SSA? In this...
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UnWrapped Weekly: Pop Culture, Politics & Resistance
🎙️ Welcome to the UnWrapped Weekly WrapUp! I’m your host, Tasha Pierce, bringing you the latest at the intersection of Pop Culture and Common Sense. This week, we’re diving deep into the state of the nation, but not without taking a much-needed breather with the weekend’s box office and...
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New Seasons Announced: Star Trek: Discovery & The Mandalorian!
This may be a sign of the times- you can rent an entire screen at AMC Theaters for $99. I have reasons to encourage you to do just that! Studios are going all in on streaming. New seasons of Star Trek: Discovery and The Mandalorian will begin production soon! Music: Purple Planet Music Chill…
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The Boys Season 2 Finale: Girls Get It Done & Other News
The season finale of The Boys season 2 was another BANGER!! Where will Butcher, Mother's Milk, Hughie, Frenchie, and Kimiko go next? Also, Star Trek: Lower Decks ended on a HIGH note. And what is going on in the MCU? Music: Purple Planet Music Summer in Paradise Subscribe to my YouTube channel!...
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The Boys: Head Banging & Ryan Reynolds MCU News
The Amazon Prime series "The Boys" has been off the chain all season long! This week was a real "banger"! I'm going to tell you what I think I think about the events in Episode 7 "The Butcher, The Baker, The Candlestick Maker". Also, there were a couple of "shocking" announcements out of the MCU...
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Amazon Prime's The Boys: Who (or what) is Black Noir?
This round of the Amazon Prime series "The Boys" has upped the ante from last season with new characters, closer looks at The Seven, and more of the inner workings of Vought Industries. It's dishing on EVERYONE- except Black Noir. Join me as I present my case for who I think Black Noir MIGHT be!...
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What Did NASA Find In a Galaxy Far, Far Away?
NASA made a surprise discovery in a galaxy far, far away. Updates from the following universes: DC (including an overview on The Court of Owls), DC FanDome part II, Robert Pattinson contracts Covid, Dwayne Johnson and family on the mend from Covid Star Wars- John Boyega rants, The High Republic...
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DC Fandome: What I Think I Think
The DC FanDome event was a rousing success! Today I'll tell you what movie I'm looking forward to the most out of the trailers we saw. Also, I've got some theories and more! Join me to discuss the future of DC - The Batman, The Flash, The Suicide Squad, WW84, and Zack Snyder's cut of the Justice...
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Chadwick Boseman: Loss of a Legend
My impromptu thoughts on the passing of Chadwick Boseman. What is the future of the Black Panther character. How has the fandom responded to Boseman's death? What did Chadwick Boseman's portrayal of the Black Panther mean to the Black community. Support this podcast at —...
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Annabelle Escaped? DC FanDome! Trek Captains Head-to-Head!
DC FanDome!! August 22 will be the huge DC event- accessible for 24 hours EVERYWHERE in the world, in the language of the land. Visit DCFanDome.com to see the heroes, the villains, and all the new announcements being made from the platform. DC has prepared a special event to celebrate us- the…
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Mulan, The Boys, Lower Decks
We're gearing up for 23 consecutive weeks of new Trek! The Boys and Mulan drop on the same day! How can we stream on the cheap? https://www.consumerreports.org/streaming-video-services/how-to-replace-cable-tv-for-only-25-dollars-a-month/ Discussing Trek:...
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Back In the Heezy, Fo Sheezy!!
I just want to talk about fun stuff again! Star Trek. Umbrella Academy. Dark. Things were so simple then. I missed the Snap Survivors. Can we start over. I'll be better, I promise. I won't pressure you- BUT make sure you are subscribed. You won't want to miss me. Music from https://filmmusic.io:...
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Netflix Facing Yet ANOTHER Threat
There is another heavy hitter throwing it's proverbial hat into the streaming war ring! Jeremy Renner MIGHT be an A$$HOLE! and so much more!! Listen to "After The Snap" on your favorite podcast apps! Follow me: Facebook: After The Snap Twitter: @SnapAfter Instagram: afterthesnap2018 Donate to the...
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So...Now Y'all Wanna F*ck Up Joker?
*****Language is quite explicit in this episode***** *******Listener discretion ADVISED******************* Hey- no music, no filler, no edit. Just had to keep it 100 in this episode!! Pardon my vernacular! Listen to "After The Snap" on your favorite podcast apps! Follow me: Facebook: After The…
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Make Me a Jedi x2
This is the second of my really late uploads. I'm still deciding on becoming a Jedi, among other things. Listen to "After The Snap" on your favorite podcast apps! Follow me: Facebook: After The Snap Twitter: @SnapAfter Instagram: afterthesnap2018 Donate to the cause at patreon.com/afterthesnap or...
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Better Late Than Never???
So- I've been AWOL for a while. Just sitting on episodes. There's no excuse. Hopefully, you can forgive me whilst I get back on track. I love this podcast and my audience. Please...take me back!!! Listen to "After The Snap" on your favorite podcast apps! Follow me: Facebook: After The Snap…
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Mulan Trailer Wows the Internet, Make Me a Jedi- The Empire Strikes Back, Other News
Today I just randomly cover movie news (including some unexpected reboots) until the Make Me a Jedi segment. This week I watched The Empire Strikes Back. Once again, Sith Lord Dr. Doom-n-Gloom has questions that I am compelled to answer! Listen to "After The Snap" on Radio Public or your favorite...
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Warner Bros. Believes In "Joker", What I'm Streaming, Make Me a Jedi- A New Hope
This week I talk about how refreshing it is when studios show confidence in their movies, a few of the shows that are keeping me awake at night, and how I felt about Star Wars- A New Hope in the "Make Me a Jedi" segment. As an afterthought, I talk about a little movie from Sony that premiered…
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Will Avengers: Endgame Special Scenes Be Enough To Catch Avatar?
Today we discuss Disney's Toy Story 4's "disappointing" opening weekend, Sony's (bad news) MIB International BTS DRAMA, Sony's (good news) Spider Man Far From Home early reviews, the chances of me going to see Marvel's Avengers: Endgame one more time, and OF COURSE The Make Me A Jedi segment…
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Dark Phoenix, Black Mirror S5, Make Me a Jedi
This week we go DARK!!! The final installment of the X-Men (Dark) Phoenix, Black Mirror Season 5 (Dark), Make Me a Jedi- Revenge of the Sith (DARK!!!!). Listen to "After The Snap" on Radio Public or your favorite podcast apps! Follow me: Facebook: After The Snap Twitter: @SnapAfter Instagram:...
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Swamp Thing Cancelled, Blurryman, Make Me a Jedi
In today's episode we catch up on the rumors surrounding the Swamp Thing cancellation, discuss the season finale of CBS All Access' Twilight Zone, and continue my path to becoming one with The Force in our Make Me a Jedi segment! Listen to "After The Snap" on Radio Public or your favorite podcast...
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Guess Who's Back??
Snap Survivors!! Quick minisode to let you all know when I'll make my triumphant return with a FULL episode! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tasha_is_unwrapped/donations This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,...
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Make Me a Jedi- The Phantom Menace!
This is the first installment of the "Make Me a Jedi" series leading up to Star Wars- The Rise of Skywalker. Things I didn't like about Phantom Menace: Jar Jar Binks Jar Jar Binks people Whoever thought of the Character Jar Jar Binks Natalie Portman was kinda dry (I see the Thor complaints a…
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Top Mama's in SciFi/ComicBook Movies and TV
On this episode of After The Snap, we talk about everybody’s favorite girl- MAMA!! Who are some of the best, most kick ass mothers/mother figures in the game? Which hero counts on mommy the most (even heroes need that mother love)? My super power is being a mother, and my alter-ego is “Mom”. If…
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Goodbye, MCU... Hello, MCM?
That MCM ain't for "Man Crush Monday" either!!! Let's talk about that SpiderMan Far From Home trailer. I also talk about two more comic book movies that I highly anticipate (even though I haven't given them much attention): Joker and Brightburn!! Listen to "After The Snap" on your favorite…
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Avengers Endgame Unanswered Questions!
Spoilers for Avengers Endgame!!! The very first sentence of the podcast is a spoiler!! You've been warned! Beyond the Avengers talk, we say goodbye to Chewbacca; discuss Detective Pikachu, Aladdin, and Sonic the Hedgehog; and plan our X-Men prep before Dark Phoenix! Facebook: After The Snap...
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Avengers Endgame Spoiler Talk!
SPOILERS FOR AVENGERS ENDGAME!! There are spoilers from the very first sentence of this episode! This is your opportunity to turn back if you haven't seen the movie! You have been warned! If you'd like to assist me with the time travel episode, email me at [email protected] Facebook: After…
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Avengers Endgame Impressions (No Spoilers!)
Today I discuss Avengers Endgames in a non spoiler kind of way! You can't begin to imagine the amount of editing it took to clean this version up!! The box office won't be the same after this weekend, the MCU will see some changes, and so will After The Snap! Send me your questions comments or...
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Avengers:Endgame Dusts Chinese Box Office!
Avengers:Endgame has come out swinging, knocking out Chinese box office records left and right! Can this quick start be sustained? How quickly will this Marvel Cinematic Universe entry break the record(s) set by its predecessor, Avengers:Infinity War? Is a billion dollar global opening out of the...
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We're (almost) In The Endgame Now!!
Snap Survivors!! We are so close to the ENDGAME (Avengers, that is) that we can almost taste the popcorn!! Today I disclose which Avenger(s) I project will bite the dust in this movie. I also ponder whether Brie Larsen is the Toxic Avenger. Speaking of Brie, did Captain Marvel reveal just how...
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After The Snap's Top MCU Moments Leading Up to Avengers Endgame!
Today, I list the TOP Moments in the MCU (according to me, of course)! First, we discuss Kevin Feige, DC Universe, and the trolls/misguided souls who keep posting the leaked Avengers Endgame footage! I'm doing minimal social media stuff for the next week, so if you need me email me!! #StayWoke...
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Hello, Team No-Tea!You deserve more than "tea." I'm Tasha Pierce, and this is where we dive into pop culture with common sense, maturity, and a whole lot of fun. We'll get into the stories behind the headlines, unapologetically from my Black perspective. Welcome.
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