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Tea, Leona, and Mint are back with this episode of Second Time Around, discussing the third season of Insecure.

Tea and Leona are back with this episode of Second Time Around, discussing season 2 of Insecure.

In honor of Black Music Month, Tea, Leona, and Chele are discussing some of their favorite albums by Black artists.

Leona, Tea, and Mint to discuss the HBO series, Insecure, a show they just had to watch a Second Time Around! Tune in to hear about Tea’s first time around with this show, Mint and Leona’s thoughts on viewing this hit one more time, and hearing the first-timer thoughts of Tea with some added notes from the Mayor. 

We’re chatting about entertainment picks that stood out for us.Spoiler Alert: There may be a few spoilers here and there. Leona/BhiboAbbott Elementary (ABC/Hulu)Will (book by Will Smith)Grand Crew (NBC/Peacock)Kennedy Center Honor - 2021 (Paramount +) TeaHarlem (Prime TV)The Real World Homecoming – Reunion Season 2, OG L.A. (Paramount Plus) CheleElder Scrolls Online (Xbox – PlayStation - Pc/Steam/Stadia)       General Hospital (ABC/Hulu) KatBelle (GKids – In Theaters)Mystic Messenger (Cheritz Games)

The gang at Fandom City chat about some of their favorite Christmas and Holiday Special TV episodes. Were holiday extravaganzas or regular episodes with a pine tree in the background.  CheleSanford and Son - S5 E12: Ebeneezer SanfordSeinfeld - S9 E10: The Strike Leona/BhiboThe Boondocks - S1 E8: A Huey Freeman ChristmasBrooklyn Nine-Nine – S2 E10: The Pontiac Bandit Returns Tea Brooklyn Nine-Nine- S3E10: Yippie KayakLeverage: Redemption- S1E9: The Bucket Job KatThe Amazing World of Gumball - S2 E15: Christmas  GroupTed Lasso - S2 E4: Carol of the Bells   

Whether it’s about what you’re watching, listening to or even playing, there comes a time where we gather to ask about what we’re doing.In this episode of Whatcha Doin’? Tea, Leona, Chele, Mint, and Kat talk about confession songs. We’ve chosen at least five songs that range from acknowledging simple crushes to confessions of new or finally realized love to confessions of forbidden love to loving without limit and owning it. CheleLover and Friend – Minnie RipertonIs This Love – Corrine Bailey RaeExclusively – Tiana Major9Pouring – Day 6 Call Me a Fool (ft. Carla Thomas) – Valerie JuneThinking ‘Bout You – KatieCrush - ZhanéConstantly – Vanessa Williams You Don’t Know My Name – Alicia KeysFool for You - Snoh Aalegra LeonaIf Only You Knew - Patti LaBelleBreathless - Corinne Bailey RaeLove, Need and Want You - Patti LaBelleIf I Were Your Woman - Gladys Knight & The PipsDreaming of You - SelenaBaby, It’s You - The ShirellesI Like It - DeBargeBetcha By Golly Wow - The StylisticsPrototype - OutKastButterflyz - Alicia Keys TeaWhen I Think of You - Janet JacksonAll That I Can Say - Mary J. Blige143 - Musiq SoulchildI Couldn’t Love You More - SadeSimple - India.ArieCrushed Out - Goapele Unthinkable - Alicia KeysI Feel for You - PrinceStraight from the Heart - ConFunkShunSilly Love Song - Michel'le MintyPerfect for You - Next to Normal Cast RecordingBedroom Wall - BanksPink in the Night - MitskiI Think - Tyler the CreatorI Really Like You - Carly Rae JepsenTrivia Love - BTS KatAlcohol-Free - TWICESurf - ITZYI’m Serious - DAY6The Feels - TWICETiny Light - Akari KitoJojoushi - L'Arc-en-Ciel

We’re chatting about entertainment picks that stood out for us.Spoiler Alert: There may be a few spoilers here and there. LeonaInsecure (HBO/HBO Max)Queen Sugar (OWN)TeaNew Amsterdam - Season 4Silk SonicCheleSananda MaitreyaFoundation  Bonus Recommendation - Haru’s Curse KatWords bubble up like soda popMintAttack on Titan - Anime and Manga Jo-Jo’s Bizarre Adventure - Anime You   

We’re chatting about entertainment picks that stood out for us.Spoiler Alert: There may be a few spoilers here and there.Leona/BhiboReservation Dogs Swagger TeaThe Wonder Years DC’s Legends of Tomorrow CheleEternalsAfter the Rain (Anime)KatKid Cosmic 

The gang at Fandom City chat about some of their favorite Halloween/Halloween adjacent TV episodes. Were they Spooktacular or just another episode with a pumpkin theme?Mint's PicksCommunity - Epidemiology S2 E6Modern Family - Halloween S2 E6Chele’s PicksThe Flintstones - A Haunted House is Not a Home - S5 E17The Jeffersons - Now You See It, Now You Don't: Parts 1 and 2 - S6 E4 and S6 E5Tea’s PicksBuffy the Vampire Slayer- Halloween- S2E6DC’s Legends of Tomorrow- Phone Home- S3E4Leona’s PicksMartin - The Night He Came Home - S1 E10Brooklyn Nine-Nine - S4 E5Kat’s PickFuturama – The Honking – S3 E1

Whether it’s about what you’re watching, listening to, or even playing, there comes a time where we gather to ask about what we’re doing.Ever heard a song that signified the end of a relationship but was firm about not getting back together, for any reason?In this episode of Whatcha Doin’? Tea, Leona, Chele, Mint, and Kat picked at least 5 songs they believed fit this concept and discussed what they enjoyed about them. From classic hits that drew a firm line in the sand, to a nice bag of sadly accepting the end of the relationship, we’ve come with quite the variety of songs.

Miss Celie’s been on our mind. So, we got together to discuss the critically acclaimed, classic The Color Purple. Join us as we chat about Celie Johnson’s epic life’s journey as a Black woman in America’s south during the early 20th century.

In the pilot episode of “Whatchu Doin’?” Tea, Leona, Kat, and Chele discuss what they’re watching, playing, and reading. Leona shares some of her favorite moments of the 74th Tony Awards and the 11th episode of Ted Lasso.Tea highlights some moments from episode 7 of Only Murders in the Building and What If…, that left her feeling shaken. Chele shares why she got pulled into the indie video game Boyfriend Dungeon. Kat is on the case and shares her love for the manga Case Closed. Spoiler Alert: All the ladies get caught up in their excitement and drop a spoiler or two or more. Sorry. Please be advised. Catch up and join us as we share our love for these various forms of media.

It’s so hard to say goodbye to yesterday…but it sure is fun to take a joyride down memory lane! Join your friends at Fandom City for a hilarious retrospective conversation about the 70s Black cinema classic, Cooley High! 

The gang discusses the essential Norah Ephron classic "When Harry Met Sally." You'll definitely want to have what they're having. 

Slick talking Robin Weathers can't wait to practice law, so he tricks the partners at his law firm to get him into the courtroom. His trick backfires when they punish him by making him defend a man they think is guilty of murder. Can his theatrics keep his client out of prison and him in a job? Join your friends at Fandom City as we discuss From the Hip.

We're talking about I Like It Like That;  a romantic comedy following Lisette Linares, who has to find herself and her independence when her husband, Chino, gets arrested. We discuss the ups and downs of Lisette and Chino's relationship, the feelings the movie gave us, why Alexis was the best character, and even a bit about Chino's handsome face.Tune in to hear our thoughts about I Like It  Like That as we press rewind.

Working 9 to 5, what a way to make a living~ Barely getting by, it's all taking and no giving~In this episode of Press Rewind, we’re looking back on the classic: 9 to 5. From the humorous hijinks to the real struggle of the working woman, we discuss quite a bit. Our experiences, favorite parts, and the laughs this movie gave us. Check out the conversation!If you enjoyed this episode, consider leaving a like/review and subscribing! 

On this episode of Fandom City Cinema, Kat & Mint are discussing Spirited Away for Women's History Month. Young Chihiro gets lost in a land for spirits and must work her hardest to save her parents from the witch of the local bathhouse, Yubaba. Check out the conversation to hear Kat & Mint discuss their favorite characters, what they liked about the story and the ways the movie pushes Chihiro to grow.

In celebration of International Women’s Day and Women's History Month, we’re chatting about Over the Moon; an animated musical that honors women in the most delightful way. From the love a daughter has for her mother, to the respect a young girl has for her role model. Squeezed in between is a hopeful stepmother trying to earn a place in the heart of her future stepdaughter. Join us as we discuss this beautiful journey of a young girl and her idol as they help one another cope with grief. 

Baseball, Black joy, and laughs for days. Put together legends Billy Dee Williams and James Earl Jones and you get a masterpiece. In celebration of Black History Month, we’re chatting about the classic hit that paid homage to Negro League Baseball; The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings.

Kat, Chele, and Mint get together to chat about Makoto Shinkai’s masterpiece Your Name. A romantic tale on the classic soulmate story with a starry twist. Come join us as we talk about our favorite scenes of the movie and our general opinion of the movie overall.

“You done seen the rest, now I’m gonna show you the best!” Join your friends at Fandom City for a chat about the critically-acclaimed film, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom! This historical drama based on August Wilson’s play is an instant classic featuring absolutely brilliant performances and teaching important lessons in Black History that we continue to learn today. 

This Is Us S5 E1 and E2 – FortyKat and Chele chat about the two-part season opener. Season Five starts off with the fortieth birthday of the Big Three. Randall and Kevin haven’t reconciled after their blow-up at the end of the fourth season. Kate and Kevin celebrate their birthdays at the cabin with the family minus Randall, Beth, and their kids. The Pearson deal with various issues and crises, including Rebecca having a scare that leaves her lost. We learn more about Randall’s biological parents and find out an interesting surprise. In addition to the usual up and downs, the show does a great job of including important events of 2020, including the murder of George Floyd and the COVID crises. 

Happy Valentine’s Day! This year, we honor love & romance with the 2006 romcom, Something New. Join your friends at Fandom City as we discuss the groundbreaking film that dared to place a Black woman at the center of the romantic action. It’s a funny, thought-provoking discussion about the pressures Black women feel as we achieve success and look for love. Maybe the secret has always been to “let go and let flow!”

This Is Us S4 E8 – E18 - RecapAfter falling behind on a few of our favorite TV shows, we’re finally catching up. Kat and Chele recap and chat about some of the interesting moments of This Is Us – Season Four, Episodes 8 through 18.Note: This episode was recorded prior to the New Year.

When Malcolm X, Cassius Clay, Jim Brown, and Sam Cooke get together one fateful night in Miami, tensions and emotions flare, testing the bonds of their friendship. The Mayor, Alderman, and  Sheriff get together to discuss the film directorial debut of the queen, Regina King: "One Night in Miami". 

It's Christmastime at Nakatomi Plaza, complete with money-hungry terrorists and a bloodthirsty NYC cop. You can't say "Happy Holidays" without Die Hard! Join the crew at Fandom City as we talk non-traditional Christmas movies and the Impossible White Man trope.

Your friends at Fandom City are celebrating the coming holiday with Netflix’s recent Christmas special: Jingle Jangle. We discuss how much we enjoyed the movie, our favorite parts, and what surprised us. We also dive into some complaints we’ve seen around about the movie and even argue about what exactly makes a Christmas movie. Come listen in on our discussion and we hope you have a great holiday and rest of the year!

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang is a Christmas crime story with laughs, love, and plenty of hijinks. The Fandom City crew discusses their favorite scenes, takes on the story, and generally what they enjoyed about it. Give us a listen and join the conversation.

Nothing says "Happy Holidays" like family tension and sibling rivalry. Throw in a dash of homophobia and you have the Hulu original movie, "Happiest Season". Join the Fandom City crew as we dissect this new Christmas movie.

In the 1970s, a few movies featuring black families did a good job of tackling the dynamics of family love, romantic love, social issues, the desire for fame and fortune, and the struggle of being black in a society that has spent centuries trying to leave us behind. One of our favorite movies, Sparkle, is a great example of one of those movies. Join the crew of Fandom City as we discuss this cult classic and the fantastic music that wasn't used for the soundtrack album. 

“Whatever!” “As if!” 25 years after its release, we are discussing the 90s teen classic, Clueless. After all this time, how do we see Cher, Dionne, Tai, and the rest of those Beverly Hills kids just living their best Noxzema commercial lives? Join us as Leona, Tea, Chele, Kat & Mint press rewind and see how they feel today about this comedy favorite.

Press Rewind is back with Chele, Tea, Leona, and Kat’s discussion of classic musical adaptation The Wiz. Ease on down the road with the gang as they discuss their memories with this movie, their favorite songs, and their not so favorite scenes. 

Kat and Mint comb through "Bad Hair" in this Fandom City Cinema discussion. Though Kat and Mint found this movie to be quite the hairy situation, they tried not to split too many ends. Tune in to hear about what they found funny, what they thought was strange, and their overall feel for the movie's story. I'm sorry for all of the puns.

Oh my! That hiatus was way longer than expected. After an interesting and chaotic… long, long time..., Fandom City Podcasts are back. We’re kicking things off with a Town Hall Meeting to discuss 2020. Normally we’d chat about movies, TV shows, and entertainment, and we will get back to that. However, 2020 has been one hell of a year. It only makes sense to talk about it and talk it out. Join the discussion as Tea, Leona, Kat, and Chele get together to talk about some of the events of 2020. 

Season 4 Episode 6 – The ClubSeason 4 Episode 7 - The Dinner and the DateWe’re chatting about the sixth and seventh episodes of This Is Us.Episode 6 - In the past (the 70s) Jack goes golfing with Rebecca’s father and hates it. In the 90s Jack teaches Randall how to play golf and learns a few lessons of his own. In the present Randall plays the game with other city councilmen, Kate and Toby’s physical relationship is lacking, and Kevin and Cassidy’s relationship takes an expected unexpected turn.Episode 7 – Deja and Malik cut school, to see Malik’s Philadelphia. Randall and Beth invite Malik and his parents to dinner. In the 70s, the Pearson’s have dinner with Mr. Lawrence (Randall’s teacher) and his wife.

Season 4 Episode 3 - UnhingedSeason 4 Episode 4 - Flip a CoinSeason 4 Episode 5 - Storybook LoveKat and Chele are back after some technical difficulties. They give a quick recap on episodes 3 and 4 of the fourth season of This Is Us, and give their opinions on what they thought of the 5th episode. Discussions over Kevin and Cassidy, the snap-fest that was happening in Randall’s home, and a few theories on what happened with Kate’s old boyfriend.

Season 4 Episode 2: Still ThereIn the past, Jack and Rebecca want to have to end of summer quality time with the kids. Things don’t work out as they hoped.In the present, the struggle is real. Kevin is struggling to find his purpose outside of work. Kate is in denial about the struggle with baby’s Jack’s blindness. Randall is struggling with raising angsty teenagers in a new city. 

Season 4 Episode 1: StrangersIn the season four opener, we’re introduced to some new characters.In the past, Jack and Rebecca return from California. Rebecca invites Jack to dinner with her parents. While trying to by an outfit for dinner, Jack meets his future best friend, Miguel. At dinner, Rebecca’s parents suck, as expected, and after dinner, Rebecca’s father tells Jack he will fight to keep them apart. As we all know, Jack wins this battle. In the present, Cassidy, who is a Marine stationed in the Middle East in the beginning of the episode. Later in her story we see her go home and end up having a difficult time adapting to civilian life. While she’s at a group therapy meeting, a brick in thrown in the window and Nicky steps into view. Now Kevin is off to Pennsylvania to save his uncle and possibly meet a new addition to his story.Malik, a young father in Philadelphia, working hard to give his baby a good life. Although he has the support of his parents, he contemplates working for a shady character to ensure he can give his daughter the best life has to offer. Of course, his father is not having it, and reassures Malik that he and his wife will be there for him. At a cookout Malik meets Deja and sparks fly. Kate and Toby learn their child is blind. In the future, their son Jack, finds love, happiness, and lives Kate and Rebecca’s dream of becoming a singer. 

Kat and Chele are back and talking about another magical girl favorite, Princess Tutu. Princess Tutu Is about a duck who turns into the magical Princess Tutu, whose job is to collect the scattered heart shards of the prince from a magical story come to life. Take a listen as our hosts discuss what got them into the series, their favorite parts, and what they thought of the swan lake themed ending.

Season 3 Episode 16: Seven Strike as One In the series finale, Sunny and his companions have their final battle with Pilgrim. Cressida’s prediction for Minerva almost comes true. Minerva has a hidden power we didn’t know about. Cressida escapes from Pilgrim’s clutches and Nathaniel’s vengeance. Pilgrim and MK final meet their ends. Sunny’s gift is restore a bit too late. But, was it? We’re left on a cliff hanger – the Master has told Sunny needs to train before returning to the Badlands to deal with another powerful enemy.

Season 3 Episode 15: Requiem for the Fallen We’re chatting about the latest episode of Into the Badlands. Kannin tells Pilgrim the dark powers and Azra were about genocide and Pilgrim is okay with it. Minerva has confirmed she’s pregnant. She’s having second thoughts about this war with Pilgrim or staying in the Badlands. Nathaniel plans to leave the Badlands after killing Cressida. MK has turned to opium to help him cope with his burns. Sunny and Bajie seek help from the Black Lotus to deal with Pilgrim.

Season 3 Episode 14: Curse of the Red Rain Cressida is taken prisoner by Minerva. When things don’t go her way, she conjures up some blood rain and eventually kills Lydia. Minerva learns she may be pregnant and becomes distant with Gaius. Pilgrim and MK decide to go to war with Minerva and learn the importance of planning before running headlong into battle. After a long walk in the middle of nowhere and several warning from Bajie, Sunny learns Kannin is not 100% trustworthy.

Season 3 Episode 18: Her The season the finale of This Is Us In the past, Rebecca is hospitalized due to a car accident. Jack and the kids struggle the one night without her. In the present, Kate continues to mentally compete with her mother, even though Rebecca is trying to do what’s best for baby Jack. Kevin is hopeful that Zoe will change her mind about having children; in the end they break up. Randall and Beth struggle in the aftermath of their big fight, however they find a way to work things out. In the future, we see Kevin has a son, Nicky is part of the family, and Rebecca is ill – possibly suffering from Alzheimer’s.

Season 3 Episode 12: Cobra Fang, Panther Claw Season 3 Episode 13: Black Lotus, White Rose Over the last two episodes, Sunny learns his sister is alive and working with the Black Lotus. Magnus thinks he’s killed Ankara and Bajie. However, Ankara awakens long enough to revive Bajie before dying for real. Minerva saves Gaius and Tilda from Baron Chau, before killing her – keeping her head as proof for loyal Chau clippers. The Master allows Pilgrim to overwhelm her, waiting for the right moment to deal with him, only to be killed by MK. It’s revealed that Sunny is the reason the Black Lotus were able to destroy Azra.

Season 3 Episode 11: The Boar and the Butterfly In this week's recap of into the Badlands, Rachele and Kat discuss some of the most memorable moments of the episode. Team Nix/Sunny feels like the new dream team, and The Master has so much power she's been hiding. Also, Bajie, and Minerva have been giving us fun dynamics, and we can't forget that our favorite characters haven't forgotten about the justice Veil deserves, she will be missed.

Season 3 Episode 17 – R & B We’re chatting about the 17th episode of This Is Us. Randall and Beth have their big argument. In this episode we see how it all began and the ups and downs throughout their 20+ year relationship. The flaws and imperfections of the couple are laid out. In the end, we’re left wondering if they’ll be able to work things out.

Season 3 Episode 9: Chamber of the Scorpion Season 3 Episode 10: Raven's Feather, Phoenix Blood We're chatting about episodes 9 and 10 of Into the Badlands. In the return of Into the Badlands, we see the aftermath of the war and Pilgrim receiving the gift. Minerva is with the Master and the Abbots. Baron Chau is probably alive and hiding. Lydia is injured but healing after taking one for the team. Pilgrim is mad with power. Sunny must figure out how to deal with the chaos he thinks he’s brought onto the badlands.

Season 3 Episode 16 – Don't Take My Sunshine Away We’re chatting about episode 16 of This Is Us. The Big Three and their significant others are going through a period of adjustment. It remains to be scene if they’ll all come out unscathed. Toby is afraid for Baby Jack. Kate needs his support, but his fear is getting the better of him. Kevin learns in couples’ therapy Zoe doesn’t want to have children. She lets him know kids are a deal breaker and he should decide if that’s is okay with him. Randall and Beth are not connecting. The little effort their putting in is not enough. Misunderstandings, pettiness, and a lack of communication may push them to the point of no return.