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Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureShine Bright: Danyel SmithBack for a bonus episode! Join me as I talk with Danyel Smith, author, writer, and host of the Black Girl Songbook podcast about her brand new book, Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop! We discuss the impactful careers of three of the many women highlighted in the book- Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, and Stephanie Mills. Later, we talk about Danyel's connection to these three women, and get up close and personal with her about the music she loves! Buy Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop...2022-04-061h 11
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureFilm Review Finale: Black Girlhood In Southern Gothic FilmsOn this season's film review finale episode, we talk about Southern Black Gothic movies centered around black girlhood- specifically Beloved and Eve's Bayou. We're back with a BRAND NEW SEASON on 5.11.22! Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-03-231h 05
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBlack Beauty Pageants Part Two: Miss Black USAToday's episode is the second and final part of a two-part series on the history of black beauty pageants! This one talks about Miss Black USA, the uniqueness of the pageant's mission, and controversy over the years. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-03-1629 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBlack Beauty Pageants Part One: Miss Black AmericaToday's episode is the first part of a two-part series on the history of black beauty pageants! Today, we talk about the inception of Miss Black America pageant and how it progressed over the years. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-03-0932 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureFashion's Hidden Figure: Zelda Wynn ValdesOn this week's episode, we talk about the life and career of Zelda Wynn Valdes, her black starlet clientele, and the innovative moves she made to propel the fashion world forward. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-03-0220 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureCrime Crossover: Sadia MorrisonSadia Morrison was a promising, determined, young stylist and image consultant with a very bright future. Then, she was found behind the Highbridge Projects in the Bronx. What happened to Sadia? Trigger Warning: in this episode, we discuss the topics of suicide and murder. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-02-2331 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBlack Betty Boop: Baby EstherToday's episode talks about the short (or was it?) life of Esther 'Baby Esther' Jones, the young black singer, dancer, and entertainer who was the inspiration behind the iconic Betty Boop character.Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-02-1628 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBONUS: Let's Talk About Black Girl Luxury...This week we've got a bonus episode centered around the Black Girl Luxury phenomenon currently taking the Internet by storm. Where did it come from? What defines 'luxury'? Is the popularity of this 'movement' helpful or harmful (or a mix of both) for black girls? Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-02-091h 11
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureFoxy Lady: Lithofayne PridgonToday's episode is all about artist and muse Lithofayne Pridgon, also known as 'Fayne' or 'Faye.' We talk her childhood in Dirty Spoon, GA, moving to the big city, and her relationships with Willie John, Sam Cooke, and of course, Jimi Hendrix. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-02-0242 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureMiss Freek-A-Leek: Esther BaxterToday we're talking Esther Baxter- one of the most recognizable and successful video vixens to ever do it! Let's talk about her early life, how she got into urban modeling, her acting career, and what she's up to now. Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.comInstagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-01-2631 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureModel Behavior: Alek WekToday's episode follows the life of Sudanese supermodel Alek Wek. We discuss her life in Wau, Sudan, being discovered in a market, and her ongoing career as a supermodel, muse, and humanitarian. Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.comGet 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With Code: VIXENInstagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-01-1933 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CulturePronounced Jah-Nay: ZhanéSEASON 5! Let's talk about short-lived 90's girl group duo, Zhane, their rise to fame, their breakup, and the success both members had outside of the group. Ooo That's My Jam Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ooo-thats-my-jam/id1603100355?i=1000547444783 Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.comGet 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With Code: VIXENInstagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2022-01-1226 min
Ooo That's My JamThe Kimani SoundtrackDorie & her bestie, The Vixen herself, Kimani Bellamy discuss her "remember who the f*** you are" playlist, why she can't get with Summer Walker's music, and breakups with your girlfriends. Kimani is a writer, podcaster, artist, and DC native living in Atlanta. She is the creator of Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop Culture, a podcast and monthly book club. She loves fashion, art, good times with good girlfriends, and a fire espresso martini. You can follow Kimani on IG @thevixenmemoirs and visit here to sign up for the vixen newsletter and monthly book club. ...2022-01-1041 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBONUS: The Tragic Story Of Ruthie Mae McCoy And The Murder That Inspired CandymanHalloween edition bonus episode, focusing on the real events that inspired the urban legend cult classic film, Candyman. Ruthie Mae McCoy was a poor, black woman living with schizophrenia in the Abbott Homes on the west side of Chicago when she was brutally murdered. What happened? Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.comGet 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With CODE: VIXEN!Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2021-10-3044 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureFilm Review Finale: Black Girl Group MoviesTHE SEASON 4 FINALE IS HERE! This film review episode focuses on movies about black girl singing groups, specifically Dreamgirls and Sparkle! We will talk about the original Dreamgirls musical and movie remake, then get into the original Sparkle film and the 2012 remake, ending with the Instagram Story poll answers from y'all! I'll be BACK for SEASON FIVE (STILL can't believe it!) on 12.1.21 , but look out for bonus episodes until then!Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.comGet 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With CODE: VIXEN!Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.T...2021-09-1554 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureHip Hop Havens: The Tunnel Nightclub (Bonus Episode)Taking a break from the usual Vixen content for a bonus episode! This is all about the history of the legendary NYC hip-hop hotspot The Tunnel, the mega-club responsible for breaking many records, artists, and bottles. Meet me here next Wednesday for the finale! 2021-09-0834 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureConnie Girl: Connie FlemingToday's episode is all about Connie Fleming AKA Connie Girl- artist, supermodel, legendary figure of the downtown NYC scene, the most well-known nightclub door girl, and so much more! Podcast Interview With Connie & Tracy Norman: https://soundcloud.com/neverapartmtl/radio-never-apart-connie-fleming-interviews-tracey-norman Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.comGet 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With CODE: VIXEN!Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM2021-09-0130 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBlack Women, Blaxploitation Films: Brenda Sykes & Vonetta McGeeBack to blaxploitation! Today we discuss the lives and careers of 'blacktresses' and queens of the film genre, Brenda Sykes and Vonetta McGee.Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.comGet 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With CODE: VIXEN!Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2021-08-2528 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureNollywood Diva: Genevieve NnajiLet's get into Nollywood's highest paid actress, Genevieve Nnaji! Called "Nigeria's Julia Roberts" by Oprah, Genevieve is also an activist, producer, singer, director, a true doll. Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.comGet 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With CODE: VIXEN!Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2021-08-1826 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureStrength Of A Woman: Phyllis HymanThe story of the late, great Phyllis Hyman, a legend gone way too soon. We talk about her upbringing in Pittsburgh, how she worked the jazz circuit in Miami & NYC, getting signed, and more about her career and personal life. TW: this episode discusses drug ab*se, mental ab*se, depression, bipolar disorder, and suic*de. Please feel free to skip this episode if you feel you should. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (24 Hours): 800-273-8255Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.comGe...2021-08-111h 10
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureAnniversary: Happy Birthday, Vixen!In the very first anniversary episode, I share some unreleased stories on Azizi Johari- former Playmate, model, and actress, as well as Marie Bryant, legendary professional dancer. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, VIXEN!!!! Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.com Get 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With CODE: VIXEN!Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2021-08-0434 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CulturePop Princess: Samantha MumbaIrish pop princess Samantha Mumba is the focus of today's episode- let's talk about her meteoric rise to fame, the transition to acting that might have hurt her, her juicy love life, and what she's up to now!Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.com Get 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With CODE: VIXENInstagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2021-07-2834 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureCrime Crossover: Thelma WrightThelma Wright was pretty, popular, and a promising athlete. After her beloved husband, drug kingpin Jackie Wright was murdered, Thelma was left behind to pick up the pieces, becoming quite the queenpin in her own right.Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.com Get 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With CODE: VIXENInstagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2021-07-2146 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CulturePoe Little Rich Girl: Jacki OThis episode focuses in on Jacki-O, Miami-born hardcore femme rapper turned minister. We discuss her fast rise to stardom, beef with another rap star, label troubles, and how she found religion. Tola Maria Life Coach: www.tolamariaadeyinka.com Get 20% OFF Single Sessions & 12% OFF Group Sessions With CODE: VIXENInstagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2021-07-1431 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureThe #Zola Effect: The Greatest Digital Story Ever's Impact *AD FREE!*I'm baaaack! Let's kick off Season 4 by reflecting on the lasting impact of the greatest Twitter story ever told, #TheStory by A'Ziah King! We cover how the story sent the Internet into a frenzy, set the trend for digital storytelling as we know it, and ushered in a new wave of black girls being open, honest, and candid on the timeline. Vixen is ecstatic to partner with A24 on the release of the Zola movie, inspired by the series of tweets discussed in today's episode. Go see Zola in theaters NOW and let me know what you t...2021-07-0732 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureFilm Review Finale: Sex Positive Black Girls In FilmIt's that time again- this time, we discuss the following movies; Girl 6, Just Another Girl On The IRT, and She's Gotta Have It! We talk about the importance of films and shows focused on black girlhood, comparable movies and shows from recent times, results from a poll on all three films, and a Q&A at the end. It's the finale episode yet again- the show is BACK 7/7/21!!!! AfokoSkin: www.afokoskin.com CODE: VIXEN10Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thev...2021-05-121h 03
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureThe Instagram Baddie Effect: BonusBack with a bonus! This episode touches on the Insta-Surgeon, the racist aspect behind the ‘Instagram face’, Instagram subcultures that are currently targeting black women, and the NERVE of that family of sisters. AfokoSkin: www.afokoskin.com CODE: VIXEN10Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-05-0545 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureCrime Crossover: Beverly 'Shamecca' AshToday's episode covers the short life and tragic murder of Beverly 'Shamecca' Ash, the fashionable fly girl from Harlem at the center of a love triangle alongside two very famous drug dealers. AfokoSkin: www.afokoskin.com CODE: VIXEN10Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-04-2832 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureSupermodel Status: Beverly JohnsonIn this week's episode, we discuss the life and times of supermodel Beverly Johnson, from her legendary Vogue covers, consistently speaking out on issues faced by black models, her time as the top model in the world, relationships with her peers, and her struggles with drug use, depression, and more. Memoir: "The Face That Changed It All: A Memoir" by Beverly JohnsonAfokoSkin: www.afokoskin.com CODE: VIXEN10Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.co...2021-04-2139 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureThe Instagram Baddie Effect: Part TwoThis is the final episode of the two part series! This one covers how black Instagram models monetized the app, the businesses launched from their promotions, the exploitation of black models from the brands they put on, and includes the results from the Instagram Story poll and Q&A we did a few weeks back. ***LONG EPISODE ALERT AGAIN LOL***Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-04-141h 24
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureThe Instagram Baddie Effect: Part OneThis episode focuses on the rise of the Instagram app, includes a discussion of the black women that made it what is is, how they helped create the influencer marketing industry, the pitfalls of Instagram culture, and how it is affecting young black women. Part two next week! ***LONG EPISODE ALERT (did a lot of ranting lol)!***Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-04-0753 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureSex Tape Scandals: Mel BIn honor of our "Black Women And Sex Tape Scandals" IG live tonight, it was only right to do another sex tape scandal episode. This week we cover Mel B's sex tape nightmare fueled by her estranged husband, and have a quick conversation on the effects of revenge porn. 2021-03-3137 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureDancehall Diva: PatraPatra helped bring dancehall to American mainstream pop culture, influenced black women to embrace their queendom, featured on top tracks, was close with the most beloved rap artists, and got arrested all in a few short years. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMDonate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirsMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-03-2427 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureMedia Maven: Downtown Julie BrownAnother episode on black women in media! Let's get into black media doll Miss Downtown Julie Brown! We talk about her pre-MTV music gigs, her move from London to NY to LA, and the wild times on the Club MTV Tour. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-03-1721 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureStar Trek Starlet: Nichelle NicholsLet's discuss the interesting life of Nichelle Nichols, the first black woman to play a lead role on Star Trek. My main source for this episode was Nichelle's memoir, "Beyond Uhura: Star Trek and Other Memories", check it out!!! Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-03-1025 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CulturePop Princesses: BlaqueWE'RE BACK, WITH A EARLY EPISODE! Kicking off season three with the story of pop girl group Blaque. One day they're on top of the world, and the next it's shelved albums, bad deals, and multiple tragedies. What went wrong?Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-03-0134 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureFilm Review Finale: Black Sisterhood In SitcomsThe ultimate Living Single and Girlfriends face off, complete with an analyzation of the friendships between both groups of women, comparable shows from recent times, and results from a poll and Q&A with the listeners. It's the finale episode, we'll be back 3/3/21- in the meantime, join the book club and follow on Instagram! Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSJoin the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-01-201h 06
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureGreatest Sepia Piano Player: Gladys BentleyGladys Bentley was a blues singer, pianist, and drag king during the Harlem Renaissance and the McCarthy Era, and a LGBTQ icon."I'm A Woman Again" from Ebony Magazine (By Gladys Bentley): https://www.queermusicheritage.com/bentley6.htmlInstagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSWebsite (Join the Book Club Here!): WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COMSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-01-1320 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureTip Drill: The Uncut Video EffectLet's talk about controversy behind Nelly's Tip Drill video, a brief history of BET Uncut, and the impact the video had on the students at Spelman.Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2021-01-0623 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBest Of 2020: Round Up EpisodeClosing out 2020 with a round up of some of my top moments from my favorite episodes! We discuss the jezebel stereotype, illicit eroticism, sexuality shaming, the complications of the mother/daughter relationship, and more. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2020-12-2327 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBlack Burlesque Babes: Jean Idelle & Toni EllingIn the first episode of the Vixen series about black women in burlesque, we discuss the origins of black women participating in the dance form, as well as two of the industry's trailblazers. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2020-12-1620 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureThe Vixen That Told It All: Karrine Steffans Part TwoThe second and final episode on Karrine Steffans! We close it out the backlash from Confessions of a Video Vixen, more high-profile relationships, more book deals, and the wave of hip-hop tell-alls post- Confessions. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2020-12-0938 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureThe Vixen That Told It All: Karrine Steffans Part OneThe most requested episode yet....Part One of Karrine Steffans, the infamous hip-hop socialite who spilled all the tea. We discuss her early life, stint as a 'stripper to the stars', her transformation into hip-hop socialite, as well as her relationships with multiple high-profile celebrities. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2020-12-0238 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureVintage Playmate: Darine SternAnother iconic black woman of Playboy! We had to talk about Darine Stern, the subject of the most iconic cover of Playboy to date, and her career Post-Playmate. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2020-11-2527 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureThe Original Foxy Brown: Pam Grier"She's brown sugar & spice..but if you don't treat her nice, she'll put you on ice!" Let's talk about Pam Grier's iconic roles, high-profile relationships, and how she changed the narrative for women in blaxploitation films. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2020-11-1830 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureFemale Rapper Fallouts: Foxy Brown & Lil' KimMissed us? WE'RE BACK! Kicking off Season 2 with a timeline and analysis of the beef between mega superstars, fashion icons, and rap princesses, Foxy Brown and Lil' Kim. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2020-11-1130 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureFilm Review Finale: The Video VixenEPISODE TEN, THE FINALE! The podcast returns 11/11/20. You all loved the video vixen episodes from this season, so it was only right to end with more content! We discuss films/documentaries that cover the ins and outs of the hip hop model industry, do a little podcast Q&A, and give more info on the short hiatus, as well as the new content that will be on our Instagram. This is bittersweet but we're back in just a few short weeks! Films Mentioned: VIDEO GIRL, BET: VIXEN, VH1 NEWS PRESENTS: HIP HOP VIDEOS: SEXPLOITATION ON THE SET...2020-10-0747 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBaywatch Babe: Traci BinghamIn the episode before the season finale, we discuss Traci Bingham, Baywatch, Playboy, and the rise of black bimbo culture on Instagram. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2020-09-3025 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureDark Skinned Icon: Buffie The BodyEPISODE EIGHT! Video vixen and dark skinned icon Buffie The Body is the subject. We cover Buffie's rise, colorism in the hip hop model industry, her "beef" with a certain fellow video vixen, and what she's up to now. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2020-09-2342 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureBlack Bond Girls: Gloria Hendry & Trina ParksBlack women in 007 films! We talk about how Gloria & Trina were casted, their careers post-Bond, and The Bond Girl Curse.Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2020-09-1624 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureVideo Vixen Blueprint: Melyssa FordToday's episode focuses on Melyssa Ford, the highest paid video vixen! We talk about her being the one to make the video vixen game profitable, her career post-videos, the downfall of the video vixen industry, and her impact on today's Instagram model. P.S: Melyssa did NOT drive a Honda Accord! Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogosVixen Resistin': Redefining Black Womanhood in Hip-Hop Music Videos: https://www.jstor.org/stable/25704091How to Succeed in Videos Without Really Dancing: https://www.nytimes.com/2004/05/02/style/how-to-succeed-in-videos-without-really-dancing.html2020-09-0946 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureSupermodel Status: Donyale LunaDonyale Luna, the first black model to appear on the cover of Vogue, is the subject for Episode 5! We talk about her rise to supermodel stardom, being a muse to Andy Warhol and Salvador Dali, and her struggle with drug addiction. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2020-09-0231 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureMedia Maven: Ananda LewisLet's talk about the reigning black it girl of the 2000's, Ananda Lewis! We discuss how Prince was an Ananda stan, her extensive resume, and why she disappeared from the limelight. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2020-08-2620 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureSex Tape Scandals: Nicole NarainThis week's episode follows video vixen and former Playmate Nicole Narain, her relationship with actor Colin Farrell, and her involvement in one of the biggest sex tape scandals of the early 2000's. We discuss the concept of illicit eroticism, using beauty for upward mobility, and how sex tapes affect black women versus their counterparts. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos2020-08-1931 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CultureWorld's Most Famous Showgirl: Lola FalanaThis week we discuss the the most famous showgirl in the world, spaghetti western films, and the king of bad bitches Sammy Davis Jr. P.S: This episode is on the short side- next week's will be a lot longer!Follow Vixen on Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos 2020-08-1117 min
Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop CulturePioneer Playboy Bunny: Jennifer JacksonThe first episode! Today, we discuss the life and career of Jennifer Jackson, former Playboy Bunny and the first black woman to grace the magazine's pages, as well as a brief history of the brand and their clubs.Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRSSubmissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COMMusic: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogosGloria Steinem's "A Bunny's Tale": http://dlib.nyu.edu/undercover/bunnys-tale-gloria-steinem-show-magazine 2020-08-0228 min