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Thee Great Escape w/ CT

by C.T.

Thee Great Escape w/ CT is an affirmation of self-love and represents a return on a promise. For centuries, the stars have been used as a source of navigation illuminating the tales of our predecessors. Come along as we navigate uncharted waters by looking up and remembering to help bridge the gap between celestial lore and the legends that walk amongst us. Uncover where we come from and will ultimately return to find ourselves back where we started but stronger.

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Episodes

  1. Book Club Edition: Viktor Frankl's Search for Meaning

    History rhyming.

  2. We've All Decided To Go MAD IV

    Landing the plane.

  3. Something's Gotta Give...

    A message to the listeners.

  4. We've All Decided To Go MAD III

    Somewhere at the end of the rainbow on Black Boulevard...

  5. We've All Decided To Go MAD II

    No more red sauce night, guys.

  6. Diary of CT (50th Episode Spectacular)

    In this 50th episode, come along to see what lies behind this curtain made of crimson velvet.

  7. We've All Decided To Go Mad

    Collapse babe, collapse.

  8. Book Club Edition: Bits & Pieces of Karen's Mother, Brother & Her

    A story about Caryn, Clyde and Emma Johnson. Follow on Instagram: thegreatescape_ct

  9. The Christmas Star

    Peace, wonder and love!

  10. How A Bronx Tale Stole Christmas...

    The tale behind how the most popular contemporary Christmas classic came to be.

  11. Requiem Sharks ( 219 v. 266)

    In memory of those who chose the sea. A history from below the water line; when past becomes prologue.

  12. Book Club Edition: Joanna is Over the Influence

    Deep dive into Joanna Levesque's New York Times best-selling memoir, Over the Influence. No Copyright Infringement Intended.

  13. To Infinity & Beyond Rainbow's End

    TW: Some content discussed [SA/CSA] may be sensitive for certain audiences. Follow on Instagram: thegreatescape_ct Twitter: @EscapeeCT Linktree: CTsUniverse No Copyright Infringement Intended

  14. Not on This Show Which Bears My Name

    TW: The subject matter discussed may be triggering for certain audiences. [SA] No Copyright Infringement Intended Follow: thegreatescape_ct on IG// @EscapeeCT on TWITTER // more on linktr.ee/CTsUniverse

  15. Ba-dee-ya, Dancin' in September

    Charting the stars of a new month and zodiac season. Follow: thegreatescape_ct on Instagram// @EscapeeCT on Twitter For More: linktr.ee/CTsUniverse

  16. Kickin it Ol' Schoo

    Back to my roots. Follow thegreatescape_ct on Instagram @EscapeeCT on Twitter For more: linktr.ee/CTsUniverse

  17. Perseus Who? ( we can't be friends)

    Brighter Days intake tape.

  18. Can You Smell The Rain?

    Recapping what has been an uneventful July. When you know that you know that you know.

  19. Lesser of Two Evils? MALARKEY

    Existential complications cut this week's stargazing short.

  20. The Brilliant, Chaotic & Tragic Life Cycle of a Star

    Discover what it truly entails to be strewn across the night sky from the lore of real stars.

  21. Not Like Us

    A reintroduction.

  22. Oh the Difference a Google Search Can Make

    Tap in!

  23. "Getting Back 2 Me"

    Jam-packed episode celebrating the 2nd anniversary of the show!

  24. The Meaning of Mariah Carey Chronicles: I Wish You Well V

    As Mariah suffers her first public commercial failure following Glitter, her family seeks to capitalize off the moment. I truly wanted solidarity Still wearing my blinders back then (So much I didn't see) I weep for what I dreamed we all could be I'll keep you in prayer 'till the end (I Wish You...

  25. The Meaning of Mariah Carey Chronicles: Liberated Butterfly Turned Cash Cow IV

    Finally released from the clutches of Sing Sing and Sony Prison, Mariah is tasked with her first motion picture along with a new record label but a series of unfortunate events almost pushed her to the brink. So many I considered closest to me Turned on a dime and sold me out dutifully -Petals...

  26. The Meaning of Mariah Carey Chronicles: Princess Prisoner III

    For years the relationship between music executive Tommy Mottola and musical icon Mariah Carey has been highly publicized. In this episode, CT shares Carey's perspective of their marriage and professional partnership in her words.

  27. The Meaning of Mariah Carey Chronicles: Wayward Child Frozen in Time II

    Discover Mariah Carey beyond the diva persona, uncovering the misconceptions that have skewed her public perception and history as a recording artist.

  28. Ep. 28 "Mariah Carey is a BLACK Woman?!": The Meaning of Mariah Carey Chronicles I

    Songstress supreme with a pen blessed with inking #1's, Mariah Carey's memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, co-authored by Carey and Michaela Angela Davis has arrived. As a certified "lamb", having immense reverence for her limitless talent and connecting deeply to both her high notes yet...

  29. Ep. 27 "The Song is Mine"

    -Brandy VS. Monica -Mariah Carey's NY Magazine Interview - Adele's cultural appropriation flub -Toni Braxton regrets not having more sex & more! Follow on Twitter: @EscapeeCT Instagram: thegreatescape_ct

  30. EP. 26 (SPOTLIGHT EDITION)- FEAT. TYNNELLE

    Artist Tynnelle returns to the show following the release of his debut album, "Complicated"--now available on all streaming platforms. Follow Tynnelle on Instagram: tynnelle_

  31. Ep. 25 "All Falls Down"

    Nick Cannon, Tamar Braxton, Kanye West, everyone needs prayer at this point.

  32. Ep. 24 "Congrats America, You're a Sh*thole" Part II

    Part 2 of 2

  33. Ep. 23 "Congrats America, You're a Sh*thole" PART I

    Fed up. "We can disagree and still love each other unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist." - James Baldwin

  34. Ep. 22 All Boys Aren't Blue /(STAY TF HOME. STAY SAFE. K THX BYE)

    CT recaps the new memoir-manifesto by George M. Johnson sending him into a purge of his very own. Fatigued from weeks in quarantine, he provides a quick burst touching on Joe Biden's scathing interview with Charlamagne an Insecure recap and more.

  35. Ep. 21 Ms. Rona Has Entered the Chat (Feat. MARKQUES)

    Fresh from a brief hiatus, CT is back to share how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted his hopes for 2020 and sits down with friend Markques Ramirez to discuss the shooting death of Ahmad Arbery and what his ballot will look like come November in the wake of the Tara Reade vs. Joe Biden sexual...

  36. Ep.20 "Doesn't it Feel Like Christmas?"

    This week CT is joined in studio by friend of the show Dar Thee Stallion and Nick @ Nite. The three ponder on their feelings as it pertains to the holiday season and discuss Kamala Harris dropping out of the election, Mathew Knowles releasing a lost Girls Tyme album, and Bhad Bhabie's newest...

  37. Ep. 19 "Your Issue is Not With Your Sista"

    This week covers: Shia LaBeouf opening up on Inside the Actors Studio, Tamar Braxton's inflammatory Instagram post, 50 Cent's unrelenting harassment of Naturi Naughton and Summer Walker cancelling the brunt of her upcoming tour.

  38. Ep. 18 "Deyjah Needs Therapy ExpediTIously"

    Following an expression of disappointment over someone being killed on account of a Popeyes chicken sandwich and a brief explanation on how the 'deceptive intelligence' works to plague our lives, this week highlights Clifford Harris' incendiary remarks, Robyn Crawford finally speaking out about…

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  39. Ep.17 "A Tale of Two Me(a)g(h)ans"

    On this week's episode, CT gives a recap of his Halloween festivities and kicks off the holiday season after clearance from the Queen of Christmas. In addition, this week covers John McCain's daughter being lectured live on-air, Meagan Good appearing a few shades lighter as of late, the breakdown...

  40. Ep. 16 "That Damn Sallie Mae"

    On this week's episode, CT explains the divide between the Black and Latinx communities following Gina Rodriguez's usage of the n-word. The host also congratulates Wendy Williams after her huge milestone and covers the latest controversy centered around Sallie Mae.

  41. Ep.15 "We're All Stars"

    Following last episode's abrupt end, CT offers an explanation and kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month discussing Matthew Knowles' cancer diagnosis, some reasons to think twice before vaping THC cartridges, Malik Yoba's breakdown on The Root, and finally the expectation of Black forgiveness.

  42. Ep. 14 "To Catch a D*** in 2019"

    After a detailed rant about the woes of seeking intimacy, CT gives his thoughts on the release of Antonio Brown from the Patriots, chronicles the continued feud between Tamar Braxton and former co-hosts at The Real and has a creative-fueled tantrum that led to him abruptly walking out of the...

  43. Ep. 13 "Two Weeks to **"

    Following this year's Black Girls Rock! awards show, CT addresses actress Angelica Ross' critique given the lack of trans acknowledgement. Next, he offers observations from the third round of debates earlier this week while lending advice to the Democratic party.

  44. Ep.12 Talkin' Our Sh*t (Feat. TYNNELLE)

    On this episode, CT sits down with Tynnelle for a candid interview discussing his journey as an artist and the direction he hopes to take in his future.

  45. Ep. 11 "The New Normal is Here" Part 2 (Feat. DAR THEE STALLION)

    As the summer comes to a close, Part Two of this episode features a guest, Dar (Darlene) Thee Stallion, who is here to recap her hot girl summer along with some other top stories from the summer including: Lil Nas X, HBO's Euphoria, OWN's newest series, 'Black Women Own the Conversation' and more.

  46. Ep. 10 "The New Normal is Here" Part 1

    After a lengthy hiatus, CT has returned and shares what the last few months have looked like for him. Additionally, there is a discussion on the 2019 Video Music Awards and a conversation about the lack of enthusiasm as it pertains to award show culture. A brief update on the 10 nominees who have...

  47. Ep. 9 Best-of Compilation

    Take a listen to a highlight reel capturing some of the best moments from the show thus far.

  48. Ep. 8 "The Category is...CAMP"

    This week CT recaps the highly publicized hits and misses from the Met Gala, Ayesha Curry's controversial statements during her Red Table Talk interview, Steve Harvey claiming we need less sleep in order to be successful, and Howard Stern's cancer scare.

  49. Ep. 7 "Alexa, Play 8th Grade"

    On this episode, CT tackles his experience with unrequited infatuation, the loss of director John Singleton, the tragic shooting at UNC Charlotte, SZA's face-off with "Sandy Sephora" and highlights from the Billboard Awards.

  50. Ep. 6 'Legally Brunette'

    On this episode, CT recaps Kim Kardashian West's newest career venture (and response from the public), Joe Biden's official bid for the 2020 election, and an important lesson on being unapologetic about who you are.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Thee Great Escape w/ CT is an affirmation of self-love and represents a return on a promise. For centuries, the stars have been used as a source of navigation illuminating the tales of our predecessors. Come along as we navigate uncharted waters by looking up and remembering to help bridge the gap between celestial lore and the legends that walk amongst us. Uncover where we come from and will ultimately return to find ourselves back where we started but stronger.

HOSTED BY

C.T.

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