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The Breakdown with Eric B. & Beans
by The Breakdown with Eric B. & Beans
Hosts Beans and Eric B. use Critical Thinking, research and humor to discuss todays most crazy and complicated current events. tackling conversations such as mental health, social justice and politics (with a dash of pop culture) the duo will examine topics from an intersectional lens that include Black, queer and feminist perspectives. the hosts will help to breakdown topics into layman's terms and get to the who, what, where, when and ALWAYS why of it all! tune in every week as we breakdown the bull and get to the news you can use! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-breakdown-podca/support
Episodes
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How Do You Define Blackness?
In this episode we discuss the variations of Black Identity and how Black people are NOT a monolith. We also have a fun discussion in our Icebreaker segment about the music that has had the biggest impact on our lives.
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Let Us Have Our Emotions!
In this Episode we discuss Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark and The the suppression of emotional suppression for Black women in sports. Also, our views on preference vs. prejudice in dating. You can also WATCH us on our YouTube Channel! https://youtu.be/K23PW1lr7u4?si=bAldKWzR9Zp_ctDy
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That Was My Show!!!
Eric B and Beans discuss the cancellation of Black ( as well as other minority) tv shows and the importance of diversity of storytelling in tv and film.
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Not one of yo lil friends….Maybe?
In this episode we discuss if parents can be friends with their kids? Cyber racism, bullying and its link to PTSD symptoms in youth. Also, Beans breaks down our Black History figure for this Episode George Washington Carver.
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It's About Humanity
In this episode we take a critical look at the conflict between Israel and Hamas, how innocent civilians have become casualties of war and why this topic should be of concern to the Black community.
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Criminal Injustice
We discuss the supreme court decision to NOT hear the case of an Illinois inmate left in solitary confinement for 3 years.
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Who you calling a Colorful Cockroach?!
In this episode we discuss NBA star Kevin Porter Jr's abuse allegations, missed opportunities by city officials to address disparities in our hometown of Oakland, Ca. and how the Black women owned company Lip Bar continues prove itself a success after being dismissed on Shark Tank.
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To play or not to play
In this episode we discuss our experiences ( or lack of experience) in playing team sports. we discuss what it means to be part of a team and how that has effected social development.
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And We're Back!
In this Season 2 opener, we discuss the importance of having safe spaces, especially in the Black community.
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Breaking down Black Love - Finale Episode! (Ft. KayKay, E.J. and Cdubb).
Its the season Finale Episode! we invite back some of our friends of the show for a friendly round of "Would you rather?" questions and a candid discussion on our views on Black Love. We hope you have enjoyed listening to the episodes this season just as much as we have enjoyed making them! much...
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Sit yo old a** Down!
In this episode we begin with an eye opening icebreaker of "Would you rather" questions. Followed by a discussion of the fears some have of being exposed in the upcoming FreakNik Documentary, as well as discussing the importance of knowing when a space is not meant for you.
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Tucking it at Target
In this episode we play a " 1 has to go" Icebreaker followed by a discussion about the backlash Target is receiving regarding its Pride month apparel and our opinions on how Target has responded.
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An In the News episode!
In this episode we discuss the rise and fall of Jonathan Majors, Jada Pinkett Smith vs. Egypt over her casting choice of Cleopatra in an upcoming Netflix Series and does a lack of social acceptance for men to explore sexual curiosity lead to a rise in DL activity?
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Icebreakers Only (Rewind!)
Take a walk down memory lane in this episode that combines some of our favorite Icebreaker segments from our first 12 episodes! Thanks to our listeners and supporters who have enjoyed our conversations so far and we'll be back with new episodes real soon!
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Breaking Down Parenting Part 1 - The Mom's Panel
Eric B. and Beans open up a discussion on what parenting looks like in 2023, especially for parents raising Black children and children of Color. In part 1 of this 2 part series you'll hear Mom's Ronique, Kiara and Mahru discuss how they navigate parenting in this day and age, along with Father...
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The Breakdown Celebrates Women's HERstory Month.
Eric B. and Beans highlight some of their favorite Black women Changemakers, Educators, and Cultural influencers.
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Breaking down Body Image and Body Dysmorphia
Beans and Eric B. Discuss the very real struggle to live up to society's perceptions of beauty and the actual clinical diagnosis of body dysmorphia.
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Breaking Down the Attack on Ethnic Studies
Eric B and Beans have an impassioned discussion about Gov. Ron DeSantis' attack on African - American studies AP courses and the overall impact of eliminating ethnic studies courses from basic course curriculum.
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The Breakdown Celebrates Black Girl Magic & Black Boy Joy
In honor of the annual Black Joy Parade held in Oakland, Ca. Eric B. and Beans discuss newsworthy stories of black excellence and what Black girl magic and Black boy joy means for them.
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Breaking Down Resolutions and Gym Culture
Eric B. and Beans chat about sticking to new year resolutions and overcoming anxiety when starting your gym journey.
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Breaking Down Meg and Tory
Beans and Eric B. chat about various celebrity legal cases including Meg and Tory, Johnny and Amber, and Bill Cosby and how misogyny and the media have influenced ideas of what is acceptable behavior towards women.
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Breaking Down Toxic Masculinity
In this episode Beans and Eric B. discuss the effects as well as their personal experiences with toxic masculinity and misogyny.
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Breaking Down Santa (featuring C.Dubb & KayKay)
In this "friends and family" episode, Eric B. and Beans are joined by Eric B's husband C.Dubb and Beans' Bestie KayKay to discuss Holiday traditions, getting over the holiday blues and the Great Santa Debate.
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Breaking Down Inflation
Eric B. and Beans discuss the impacts of rising living costs on day to day life.
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Breaking Down the Elections - part 2
we continue our discussion on voting.
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Breaking Down the Elections - Part 1
We discuss what's on the ballot in California and the importance of exercising our voting rights!
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Introducing The Breakdown
This short teaser introduces you to Eric B. and Beans, co-hosts of The Breakdown and gives a brief overview of what to expect from this new podcast from two Bay Area natives looking to educate, entertain and uplift!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosts Beans and Eric B. use Critical Thinking, research and humor to discuss todays most crazy and complicated current events. tackling conversations such as mental health, social justice and politics (with a dash of pop culture) the duo will examine topics from an intersectional lens that include Black, queer and feminist perspectives. the hosts will help to breakdown topics into layman's terms and get to the who, what, where, when and ALWAYS why of it all! tune in every week as we breakdown the bull and get to the news you can use! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-breakdown-podca/support
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