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The Scenario
by The Scenario
The Scenario is a talk/music program that focuses on centering and celebrating all aspects of the Black experience. Each week the team explores a wide range of topics, including finance, relationships, politics and entertainment in an effort to build community. In addition to real conversation every episode has a dope playlist with songs that tie into the weekly topic
Episodes
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Everlasting Bass (Episode 277)
What happens when you mix bass music, Black culture, world travel, and real talk? You get Everlasting Bass! This week, Van and Dana Dane are joined by special guests Tomiko Harvey (Passports & Grub) and Autumn Prather (Author and Chair of the Les Gemmes Literary Luncheon) for a freestyle episode...
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Selling Out
Selling out. It’s a conversation we’ve been having for generations—but what does it really mean today? In this episode of The Scenario Podcast, hosts Van and B-Cov are joined by: 🎤 Ashley Autumn – Entertainment expert (Talented 10th Entertainment) 📢 AG Granderson – Communications strategist...
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Whose House? | A House Music Bonus Episode 🎧🏠
Chicago. Detroit. Baltimore. Three cities. Three sounds. One House. 🎶🔥 In this special bonus episode of The Scenario Podcast, we sit down with three House Music DJs from across the country to talk about the history, culture, and unique sounds of House music in their cities. 🔊 What’s inside: 🎵...
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Introducing... (aka "Beats, Boycotts & Barbershop Talk")
On this episode of The Scenario Podcast, we’re mixing music, culture, and some tough conversations—with a little humor, of course. We’re joined by Miss JLH from We Don’t Sip Tea, We Drink Wine as we dive into: 🎤 Who’s getting canceled? In The Choice Is Yours, we debate which brands and public...
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TGIF | Celebrating 30 Years of Friday
It’s been 30 years since Craig got fired on his day off, Smokey dodged Big Worm, and Deebo ruled the block—so we’re celebrating one of the greatest comedies of all time! On this episode of The Scenario Podcast, Van & comedian B-Cov take a deep dive into the legacy of Friday with special guests…
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Promised Land
🔎 Why do so many Black families lose their ancestral land—and how can they fight to keep it? In “Promised Land,”The Scenario unpacks the ongoing crisis of Black land loss, heirs’ property disputes, and gentrification. Families share their personal stories of resilience, struggle, and loss, while...
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You A Fan
Why are we so invested incelebrity culture? And when does admiration turn into obsession? In “You A Fan,” The Scenario explores the deep connection between the Black community and celebrity worship—how social media fuels the fascination, when fandom crosses the line, and whether identifying with...
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Award Tour
It’s a freestyle episode, so buckle up! Melonee Gaines joins us as we talk about Trump’s latest attack on DEI, Tabitha Brown’s classy-yet-firm response to the possible Target boycott, and the greatest live concerts we’ve ever witnessed (because some performances change lives). Plus, we’re joined…
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The One True King
Who wears the crown in the world of R&B? 🎤 In the Season 9 premiere of The Scenario, we’re diving deep into the debate of the century: Who deserves the title of the Undisputed King of R&B? Join us as music fans, critics, bloggers, and industry executives share their takes in a lively…
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1994 (Black Music Month Series)
Season 8 comes to a close with help from Carl Jones (The Boondocks, The Last O.G., Black Dynamite) and singer/Social Commentator, Dara Starr Tucker. We take a sobering and fun look at the music and culture that gave us 1994.
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2004 (Black Music Month Series)
2004 was the end of a musical era, but it was also the beginning a new digital world. Cameo Bobo (The Cameo Bobo Show) and Sports journalist Mike Patton (Touring The AFC South/This Woman Works) sit in to share their memories and give their unique perspectives on the good, bad and ugly of 2004.
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1984 (Black Music Month Series)
Music writer/Podcaster, Toya Haynes and AG Granderson from SeasonOne Media join us for our regularly scheduled celebration of Black Music Month, as we take a trip to 1984.
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1988: Black Music Month (Episode Replay)
The celebration of Black Music Month continues with a trip 30 years down memory lane, as Team Scenario remembers 1988. In addition, TV personality Big Fella helps the crew have a birthday celebration for Zai...in her absence. Culture critic Toya Haynes breaks down the rich musical tapestry of the...
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Daddy Lessons (Part Two)
In the second half of our exploration into single fatherhood, we talk to Todd; the often alienated dad of a teenage daughter, and Willie; the father of a four-year old, learning to navigate, grandparents, anxiety and the lessons learned from his own single mother. Plus family counselor James Bush...
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Daddy Lessons (Part One)
What are the biggest misconceptions about being a single Black father? Licensed Professional Counselor, James Bush (Bush Counseling/Manversations) joins us as we delve into the lives of four men who discuss the the lessons they've learned and the lessons they hope to teach as modern single Black...
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The Youngest In Charge
On this episode replay, Team Scenario talks with kid entrepreneurs and their parents about the journey of starting and maintaining a business at a young age. 14 year old Kierra Perkins shares her story of how she began her candle business. Brandi Cleaver from ‘Young and Wealthy’ informs us about...
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Winning Streak: Hip-Hop's Best 3 Album Runs
Some artists make great songs, some create classic albums, but only a select few can do it THREE times in a row. Ashley Autumn (Talented 10th Entertainment), The Professor Mike Jordan (Old School/New School, Need to Learn Though Show) and Hip Hop Artist Malcolm DeWayne sit down with us to hash…
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Good and Terrible
Comedian Deric "Sleezy" Evans drops by to chat about the state of modern comedy in this freestyle episode. Plus we talk about TikTok, Drake and Amanda Seals on "The Segment Formerly Known As This Week In Black Twitter" Y'all, and Team Scenario shares the musical "hills" they're willing to die on.
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Straight Out The Dungeon
Jamie Radiance Moorehead sits in on this freestyle episode to discuss her podcast "I Wasn't Taught To Be A Wife", her journey as a Christian Life Coach, and the music of the late great Rico Wade. Plus Dr. Patricia Matthews Juarez brings us up to speed for Health Disparities Awareness Month.
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Still Bill (Part Two)
In the second half of our examination of The Cosby Show, on its 40th anniversary, our guest panel talks about how the series DNA can be found throughout Black culture. We also attempt to tackle the challenges of Bill Cosby's so called respectability politics.
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Still Bill (Part One): The Impact and Legacy of The Cosby Show
In the 1980s, a sitcom about an upper middle-class Black family ruled the television landscape, and America’s #1 Dad was a Black man. We commemorate the 40th anniversary of The Cosby Show with a panel of viewers who grew up with the series. Join us for a discussion about the show's cultural...
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Other Side of the Game (Part Two)
In the second part of our journey into Women's Athletics, we talk to four women who've been impacted by playing sports. We find out about the lessons they've carried into adulthood in a variety of fields, from Track to Women's Football.
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Other Side of the Game (Part One)
In 2024, Women's athletics is projected to earn over a billion dollars in revenue, for the first time. We talk with a panel of experts about America's changing attitude towards women in sports, and find out what the future holds, as the ladies compete for a larger slice of the pie. This episode...
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Skin Deep
Guest co-host, Nisha Chantel and Sociologist Ingrid Ross-Cockhren join us to talk about the increase in cosmetic surgery in Black communities, and the factors that have made it more prominent. Later, a small group of women share their cosmetic story surgery stories, and the lessons they've…
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Blue Eyed Soul
Author/Journalist, Jason Luntz (The Media Mentorship) joins us on this freestyle episode to talk culture, media and of course, Race Records!
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The Beat Goes On
Team Scenario brings a freestyle episode full of surprises, with a playlist celebrating 80s R&B powerhouse, Solar Records. Host of the Brown Mama Bear Podcast, Shanera Williamson joins us to talk about the challenges of raising Black children in white institutions. Plus we discuss "Who TF Did I...
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A Long Walk (Part Two)
In part 2 of our series celebrating #BlackLove, we chat with 3 more married couples who open up about their journey's from first dates to walking down the aisle. Dating consultant Brandon Whit lends some unique perspective to what makes these relationships work.
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A Long Walk (Part 1)
How important is a first date to a lasting marriage? We sit down and chat with couples who tell us about how it went when they initially got together, and what keeps them in a happy, long-term relationship. Brandon Whit joins us to dig deeper into the mysteries of dating.
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A Long Walk (Part One)
How important is a first date to a lasting marriage? We sit down and chat with couples who tell us about how it went when they initially got together, and what keeps them in a happy, long-term relationship. Brandon Whit joins us to dig deeper into the mysteries of dating. Enjoy our A Long Walk...
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The Racial Exchange Rate
What does it mean to be Black abroad? The experience varies from country to country and our guest Juanita Ingram tells us about what she's learned about race, family and herself, while filming her Amazon Prime docuseries The Expats: International Ingrams. Bonus content from episode 218: "Aiight...
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Do The Right Thing (Live From The Archives)
On this "Upon Further Review" episode, we're joined by the hosts of WPPM's Micheaux Mission (Len Webb & Vince Williams). We'll chop it up about Spike Lee's classic film on a hot Summer day in Brooklyn, and hear from listeners about the film's impact and continued relevance in modern America.
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Black Students Unplugged
How do we help Black students unplug from America's education system and find success on their own terms? We look for answers, with educators and experts in this bonus content from episode 206: The Miseducation.
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How To Love (From The #BlackLove Mixtape)
3 couples help us celebrate #BlackLove by exploring the things they've learned about making marriage work.
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Why Can't We Be Friends?
In part two of our exploration of friendship and the different dynamics we experience, we delve into the challenges and benefits of male/female friendship parings.
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Friends (Part One)
This entry into our "In A Word" series explores a variety of friendship dynamics, including a crew of men who take regular "Man-cations", a 30 plus year bond and a long-distance friendship.
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The Scenario is a talk/music program that focuses on centering and celebrating all aspects of the Black experience. Each week the team explores a wide range of topics, including finance, relationships, politics and entertainment in an effort to build community. In addition to real conversation every episode has a dope playlist with songs that tie into the weekly topic
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