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What Was She Thinking?
by Sharla Brown
What Was She Thinking delivers thoughtful, engaging reviews of movies, TV shows, and cultural moments that shape how women—especially women of color—see themselves and the world. Through insightful commentary and honest conversation, we delve into representation, identity, and the stories that shape our perspectives. Expect episodes that make you laugh, reflect, and feel inspired—because you are wonderful, worthy, and deeply valuable.
Episodes
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The Runner on Amazon Prime: Breakthrough or Survival Mode?
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, Kim and Sharla take a look at The Runner on Amazon Prime and examine Mindset Trap #1: Two Doors Only. Is Maia right to handle the kidnapping of her son the way she did? Should she have asked for help? And just because Maia found a solution on her own…
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A Different World: Is Deborah Living by the Inherited Rulebook?
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, Kim and Sharla dive into A Different World and ask: Is Deborah living her own life—or following an inherited rulebook? We think Deborah may be caught in Mindset Trap #9: The Inherited Rulebook—the belief that we should live a certain way because of what...
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Furious Episodes 5–8 Review: Trauma, Resilience & Breaking the Cycle | What Was She Thinking?
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, Kim and Sharla wrap up the final four episodes of Furious, diving into Alice’s powerful comeback and the messages of resilience, accountability, and refusing to live as a victim. We loved seeing Alice find her strength again, while Nora and Catherine…
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Diarra from Detroit Part 2: The Black Goonies, Diarra’s Choices & What Want Next Season
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, Kim and Sharla wrap up the final four episodes of Diarra from Detroit and dive into everything that made the season finale worth talking about. We loved the introduction of the Black Goonies, the treasure maps, and the adventure that unfolded as the...
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Furious Episodes 1–4 Recap & Review: Trauma, Revenge & Women Fighting Back | What Was She Thinking?
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, Kim and Sharla dive into the first four episodes of Furious, exploring the women at the center of this intense drama. From Alice’s struggle to shower, Nora’s drinking, and Catherine’s mission to take down men who have hurt women, we unpack how trauma can...
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Diarra from Detroit Part 1: Is Diarra Addicted to Distraction?
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, we dive into the first four episodes of season two of Diarra from Detroit—and once again, Diarra has found herself in the middle of more drama than one person should probably have time for. As much as we love watching Diarra jump headfirst into…
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Ride or Die Episodes 5–8: Toxic Friendships, Trust & What Was She Thinking
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, Kim and Sharla dive into episodes 5–8 of Ride or Die on Prime Video—and let’s just say, the show took a turn! After the first four episodes had us convinced the series might be a little too predictable, episodes 5–8 had us laughing, questioning…
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Ride or Die Review: Octavia Spencer, Friendship, Risk & Starting Over
On this episode of What Was She Thinking?, we review the first four episodes of Ride or Die and ask: Are we really the ride-or-die type? Well… not if it involves killing people, burying bodies, stealing money, or jumping off moving trains. Like… no. 😂 We found plenty of moments that were hard to...
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The Dutton Ranch Season 1 Episodes 5–9 Review | Family Secrets, Betrayal & Ending Explained
In this episode, Sharla and Kim dive into Episodes 5–9 of The Dutton Ranch Season 1. Together, they explore Beulah's choices and the lengths she—and the Ten Petal family—are willing to go to in order to protect their family name. They also revisit one of the season's biggest surprises: believing...
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Dutton Ranch Episodes 1–4: Faith, Family & Resilience
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, Kim and Sharla dive into the first four episodes of Dutton Ranch, exploring why the newest chapter in the Yellowstone universe is about much more than cattle and cowboys. From Beth and Rip's unwavering devotion to one another to Carter's youthful…
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Is God Is: Motherhood, Vengeance, and the Power of Mothers
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, we discuss the complex mother-daughter relationship at the heart of Is God Is and explore the film’s themes of vengeance, justice, and retribution through a Christian lens. We examine the bond between twin sisters Racine and Anaia, who have been deeply...
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Margo's Got Money Troubles Review: OnlyFans, Motherhood & Stigma - Part 2
In Episodes 5–8 of Margo's Got Money Troubles, the stakes get higher as Margo navigates single motherhood, financial survival, and the growing consequences of her success on OnlyFans. In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, we explore the complicated questions at the heart of Margo's story: Is...
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Unwed Motherhood, Shame, and Healing: Why Margo’s Got Money Troubles Hit Home - Part 1
In this episode, we share our experiences as a single mother and the unexpected emotions stirred by watching Margo’s Got Money Troubles. Though our stories predate the show by decades—and we've never had an OnlyFans or anything similar—the themes of judgment, stigma, and navigating pregnancy...
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Could Gilead Happen? Is The Testaments a Warning?
What happens when a society stops seeing women as fully human and begins seeing them only for what they can provide? In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, we discuss The Testaments and The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood and explore why the world of Gilead continues to resonate today. We...
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Would you trust them… or stay behind?
This week on What Was She Thinking?, we dive into Paradise (Season 1 + Part of Season 2) by Dan Fogelman—and the decisions that could cost everything. 👉 Should Teri have gone to Atlanta? 👉 Should Annie have left with those men at Graceland? 👉 And when is it smart not to listen to a man?...
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Alex Cross: Good on Paper, Dangerous in Practice
In this episode of What Was She Thinking, we break down the complicated relationship between Alex and Elle from Cross Season 2. Alex appears to be the total package—emotionally aware, thoughtful, and committed to growth. But when his actions put Elle in danger without her consent, we’re forced to...
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Cul-de-Sac Dreams: Seeing Myself in the New The Burbs
In this episode, we review the new series The 'Burbs starring Keke Palmer. What happens when suburban curiosity meets modern conversations about race, motherhood, and belonging? We discuss cul-de-sac culture, raising kids in neighborhoods where you might be the minority, and how this reimagining…
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Can You Manifest a Man With a List?
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, we’re diving into Relationship Goals, starring Kelly Rowland and Method Man. We found this film to be a pleasant, easy watch—very much in the spirit of something you’d catch on Lifetime or Hallmark with a faith-forward twist. Kim and Sharla unpack the...
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Bridgerton Season 4 Part 1 - He Offered What?!
In this episode, we step back into the opulent world of Bridgerton — where romance blooms, reputations are fragile, and tradition governs everything. Kim and Sharla recap seasons 1–3, revisiting themes of patriarchy, arranged marriage, sexual innocence, strategy vs. romance, and the double...
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Will Trent - Season 4: Is healing supposed to look this messy?
Is healing supposed to look this messy? In this episode of What Was She Thinking, we unpack the latest season of Will Trent—from Will’s long-overdue turn to therapy to the unresolved, emotionally charged bond between Will and Angie. While the series presents itself as a procedural, what truly…
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Was this the real Sin in the movie Sinners?
When critics fixate on the final scene of Sinners—particularly Smoke killing a Klansman—they may be missing the deeper question the film is asking. In this episode, we unpack Ryan Coogler’s exploration of sin, faith, pain, and self-soothing, and why the real discomfort isn’t about violence but...
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Was Waiting to Exhale about patience—or settling?
In this episode of What Was She Thinking?, we revisit the iconic film and unpack the choices of Bernie, Robin, Savannah, and Gloria—from betrayal on New Year’s Eve to high standards, down-low men, and the cost of giving men the benefit of the doubt. 0:00 – Welcome to Waiting to Exhale 6:30 – NYE...
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Is Perfidia Beverly Hills a Jezebel?
In this episode of What Was She Thinking by She Could, we analyze Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another (2025) and examine the portrayal of Perfidia Beverly Hills, played by Teyana Taylor. We explore whether the film critiques or reinforces the Jezebel trope, and what this depiction…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
What Was She Thinking delivers thoughtful, engaging reviews of movies, TV shows, and cultural moments that shape how women—especially women of color—see themselves and the world. Through insightful commentary and honest conversation, we delve into representation, identity, and the stories that shape our perspectives. Expect episodes that make you laugh, reflect, and feel inspired—because you are wonderful, worthy, and deeply valuable.
HOSTED BY
Sharla Brown
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