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The Black Guys on White Movies ShowWe "fix" WHIPLASH (2014)! and how much jazz drumming is too much jazz drumming?Jazz!This week we fix the hit movie Whiplash directed by Damian Chazelle. This movie did well in its run and even won a bunch of awards but it still left us feeling....unsatisfied. We go through the ups and downs of the movie and propose a few "fixes", all in good fun!Then we talk about the culture that praises abusive teachers and mentors and discuss on this movie is the anti-Karate Kid. What great timing for us, right?Like, subscribe, comment, share and enjoy our take on Whiplash.
2024-10-2456 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowHow white is AVATAR by James CameronAvatar! James Cameron!$$$$$!!James Cameron is a great filmmaker, right? Why is he so often overlooked in conversations about great filmmakers? And franchise creators!We go pretty deep into James Cameron's legacy and how he created his own genre of films. We also tackle the film, Avatar, itself with it's myriad of racial issues, some of which I'm sure came to your mind just upon seeing the title!Despite this it made a billion dollars, fam. Easily! Why?!We look at the appeal of the film, the le...
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The 40, Black, and Dads showNot a baby anymore and child manipulationIn this episode, Tony talks about his 3-year-old's new penchant for getting what he wants! When do kids understand manipulation, and how can we look at it the same way they do? We try to understand the children's actions on their level because they aren't actually adults or even kids yet. They're not babies, but still our babies.
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2024-10-0824 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowKarate Kid PART 2. The cultural impact of the crane kid, wax on/wax off and Cobra KaiWe finish our discussion of the Karate Kid with a look at it's cultural relevance and impact. A movie that spawned numerous other properties. Multiple movies, a 6 season tv show and a couple of video games. Not to mention that it launced thousands of dojos across the country. This movie was hugely influential and came at the right time.but where does it stand in the wider cultural?Why isn't it aknoweldge more that Danny is Italian and from Jersey?Where are the minorities other than Mr. Miy...
2024-10-0144 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowHow white is the Karate Kid? Mr. Miyagi was just a dude and Daniel was kind of a punk. Part 1.Subscribe! When was the last time you watched the movie The Karate Kid? I know it's been awhile but the movie is different than you thought. It's better.We talk about this quinessential 80s and sports movie that actually has very little Karate but is packed full of solid life lessons. But how white is it? In this episode we talk through the story. Next week, in Part 2 we'll talk cultural impact and it's place in history. instagram.com/bearcovmerchhttps://www.teepublic...
2024-09-2336 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowFRANCHISE TALK: STAR WARSStar Wars: Did the New Trilogy Miss the Mark?In our latest episode, we dive into the galaxy far, far away for the very first time! Welcome to our own "Star Wars: Episode One." We explore the highs and lows of the new Star Wars trilogy and ask the burning questions: Did the new trilogy not include enough Skywalkers? Should it have mirrored the prequels a bit more and the original three a bit less? Was there enough tragedy to really make us care?Join us as we navigate through the intricate lore, character arcs, and...
2024-09-1421 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowHow white is GLADIATOR (2000)? dir. Ripley Scott.Gladiator is peak dad cinema, no one is aruging that, but it's also an audacious film. Who gets to tell what stories in history? We look at the classic film's depiction of race and ethnicity. We talk about America's self-proclaimed right to tell any history it wants to and what that's about. Side note, Bernard is a Roman History major so he had a lot to say about the movie and that period time!follow me: @Bearcov on all socials📌 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Follow for more episodes and updates!...
2024-09-031h 11The Black Guys on White Movies ShowFRANCHISE TALK: Diving into The Matrix Resurrections & Exciting News of a New Matrix MovieDiving into The Matrix Resurrections & Exciting News of a New Matrix MovieIn this episode of 'Unscripted Pivots,' we dive deep into *Matrix Resurrections*, sharing our thoughts and why we, as die-hard Matrix fans, really enjoyed it. We also discuss the thrilling news of a new Matrix movie on the horizon, speculating on what we’d love to see and what’s essential for the franchise's success.Plus, we're experimenting with a new audio-only format! Let us know your thoughts and preferences in the comments.📌 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Follow for more ep...
2024-08-2334 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowArrival (2016)The science fiction masterpiece Arrival. What will first contact really look like? How cool is the alien language in the movie? Why is this so "native coded"? All these questions and more in this episode!Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2024-08-1658 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showKeepsakes, Days of the week and Sampit, SCSend us a textThis week we finally delve into the topic of keepsakes and the things that we will leave behind for our kids. Photos, objects, trinkets, books? It's hard to choose and even harder to save. We also talk about learning the days of the week and we take a trip with Tony to Sampit, South Carolina, a small town, named after his grandfather. Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-07-2738 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowFranchise Talk: Is Zach Snyder insane!? Or is he the most sane? Batman, violence and history .Occassionally Bernard and I get together to talk movie franchises specific. These episodes are called Franchise Talk. In this one we talk about Zach Snyder's recent comment on the Joe Rogan Podcast about Batman. Are we weirdly protecting a god, or do Franchises and legacy characters have rules that allow them to survive for DECADES?Follow meinstagram.com/bearcovtwitter.com/bearcov#entertainment #franchises #batman #zachsnyderSupport the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies
2024-07-2631 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showRecovering from the holidays and the very nature of parentingSend us a textWe're and recovering from the 4th of July holidays. We talk about getting through the holiday with children and adult family. And we just scratch the surface of discovering new ways to approach parenting mentally. Because it's all mental, isn't it?Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-07-2328 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowKingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024)We talk the latest entry in the Planet of the Apes franchise!JpQHsFfgRL6s98jMZqzhSupport the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2024-07-1939 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showDad Solo on patience with kids and anticipating their actionsSend us a textThe holiday was crazy so Aaron's dropping off another quick solopod, or is it Pod Solo? He tracks his thoughts on kids being kids and kids being human. How do I practice patience and a thorough comparison of kids to video games. Thanks for listening and leave a review. oUqIZlDLwhyHcCLhhTwpLike, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-07-1611 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showSoloCast with Aaron on first kids and keepsakesSend us a textTrying a new thing, the solocast or solopod. I wanted to recap and add some thoughts to last weeks epsiodes about anxiety with a first kid, even when you have a second, and developing patience for kids. Then I look ahead to next week's episode about keepsakes and telling your kid about your own life. Leave a review! Thank you, friends and Dads.Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-07-0310 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showGuest Dad Jay New talks about raising two kids!Send us a textThis week we bring on Aaron's good friend Jay New who is raising two kids, a girl and a boy, ages soon to be seven and soon to be four. We talk how everything the first kid does is the first time the parents are experiencing it too. Later we get into how important patience is because even though they look like little adults, they are not and it takes time for them to understand things in the world sometimes. Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.o...
2024-07-0130 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showGuest Dad Edward Gyimah returns to talk the 4th trimesterSend us a textWe're back with Edward Gyimah who's son is seven weeks old! We talk about the utter importance of having help around and what it means for family to see the newborns early. We also talk the fun early days of fatherhood and what it means to actually be a dad. Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-06-2543 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showGuest Dad Darrius Marcellin talks Baby names, and establishing the parental connectionSend us a textThis week we have guest Dad Darrius Marcellin who has a baby about the same age at Aaron's! We talk about the process of choosing names and how Dads sometimes need more practical advice. We talk about Darrius' background in soccer and his previous life in New York before establishing himself in LA. A really fun episode and we end talking about how we deepen our connection with our kids and how that's different for Fathers.Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram....
2024-06-1537 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showThe benefits of talking to other DadsSend us a textThis week we look back on the first six months of the podcast.We talk about how beneficial doing this has been for us as Dads, partners and men. We explore the idea of basic therapy, talking to yourself, talking out loud instead of keeping something inside, and our shared history through the years. Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-06-0725 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showBaby Routines and those first few weeks with guest dad Kruger DunnSend us a textDad bootcamp is back with soon to be father Kruger Dunn. We walk through what to expect at the hospital and those first couple of weeks. We also talk about activities for kids, when to get them started and how to choose. Hopefully Kruger is at least slightly more prepared for his baby's arrival!Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-05-2543 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showWhat have you learned from being a parent with Guest Dad Muyi AkereleSend us a textThis week we examine our fatherhood journeys and discover what we have learned about ourselves in our short time as Dads. Guest Dad and college friend Muyi Akerele adds his unique and nuanced insight to the conversation.Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-05-1840 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showParenting lesson and growing closer to your parents in old ageSend us a textThis week we talk about early lessons from parenting. These are things that one can't really be told before experiencing. Then we talk about how fathers can approach fitting into their kids' lives through adulthood. Lastly we discuss the very human need to be near your parents as they become elderly.Video content on YouTube. Search The 40, Black and Dad Show00:20 Happy Birthday Tony. Kids make you feel old and young at the same time02:15 Competitive with your kids.05:15 You pare...
2024-05-0737 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showGuest Dad Bradley Castillo, figuring out personal space post-kid, social media privacy and sublimating your egoSend us a textThis week we talk with new dad Bradley Castillo. A wide-ranging conversation that covers social media and who can post your kid, to screen time and fighting it as long as you can, to moving in with family, humilty and ego and making time for yourself. Phew. It's tough being a dad!00:37 40 Black and Dad is the title, not a requirement!02:20 keeping social media on business not on personal/kid announcements10:35 kids feed all the time. 14:15 adjusting to living arrangements18...
2024-04-2739 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showHow do we define our parenting styles, kids hear everything, social media and no to spankingSend us a textThis week we get into the topic of parenting styles. A lot of articles have different defintions but they all seem to list the same four main styles. But are those styles or just personality types? We attempt to redefine different parenting types while identifying our experiences. What types of parents did we have and do we hope to be?01:18 guttaral sound and a bbirthdya party07:17 the main parenting styles11:12 try to be like your parents or be the exact opposite17:33 remaning ...
2024-04-2333 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showNew Dad Boot Camp with Edward Gyimah, scheduling, building a community for your baby, and preparing your child for lifeSend us a textThis week we have a guest, soon-to-be father Edward Gyimah. The talk was so good we had to break it into two parts. In part one we talk about the practical tangible parts of parenting. How to plan for the lack of sleep, scheduling sleep and feeding time for the baby. Then we talk about when family should visit and how many should visit at a time and the importance of communication between Mommy and Daddy.00:00 Edward's backstory13:00 Lack of sleep16:00 When do you hit your paren...
2024-04-1328 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showPart 2 with Edward Gyimah. Parenting is the most important job, how do we build community and how do we plan for the futureSend us a textIn part two with soon-to-be dad Edward Gyimah we dig a bit deeper. In this uncertain world how do you plan for the future? We talk about much harder raising kids continues to get and how we might approach education differently than our parents did and much more.00:00 Parenting is the most important job but there are no quailifications for it.06:40 Where does community come from now? What does it look like?11:10 Work versus Having a kid. Why "wait"? Why does waiting make it harde...
2024-04-1334 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showHow to deal with anxiety as a parent, SIDS, keeping your baby healthy and baby hernias!Send us a textParental anxiety! Nothing is scarier than having a child. Nothing! Are they okay? Are you okay? We talk about our own anxieties and fears as parents and share some experiences of times we thought we had really messed up. And our first minor surgery for the baby! Terrifying. Also how webmd doesn't help. Last we talk about how Dad's increase anxiety for Mommies and how Dad's role as preparer is differnt than Mom's role as protector.https://www.instagram.com/bearcov/https://w...
2024-04-0928 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showTrying to get pregnant, sleeping when the baby sleeps and other parenting misconceptionsSend us a textIn this episode of 40, Black and Dad looks at parenting misconceptions. From the beginning, when someone says they're trying to get pregnant. What does that actually mean? Some moms think they can sleep when the baby sleeps? Will that work? Probably not, but why? We examine a few of the more common parenting misconceptions and give you the real talk.follow us@bearcov on IG@the.official.ig.of.tony on IGapple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/40-black-and-dad/id...
2024-03-2934 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showSleep Pt. 2. Why don't they sleep and how to answer the parent questionSend us a textWe continue talking about sleep. We talk about how sleep changes as kids age and sleep regressions, but it's about accumulation, right? And what about when other parents ask you about sleep? Don't they already know??Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-03-2531 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showPostpartum Self-Care | A Dad's Perspective | 40, Black, and DadSend us a textJoin us for a heartfelt discussion on postpartum self-care from the Dad's point of view in this episode of 40, Black, and Dad. We delve into the importance of self-care for new fathers, navigating the challenges, and finding moments of rejuvenation amidst the chaos of parenthood.From managing stress to supporting your partner, we share personal experiences and practical tips to help dads prioritize their well-being during this transformative time.Don't miss this insightful episo...
2024-03-1622 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showIt Takes A VillageSend us a textIn this episode we talk about villages. What does a village look like when you start your family at 40? Who are the men that you take practical advice from? These questions and more. Follow us@bearcov@the.official.ig.of.tonyLike, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-03-0926 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showParenting DifferencesSend us a textThis week we talk a bit about how parenting has changed and how we're trying to meet the challenges of the digital age.Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-02-1735 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showSleep Part 1: Putting the baby to sleepSend us a textThis week we talk strategies we've tried to get the baby or toddler to sleep. Nothing works everytime and different things work for everyone, but its always a battle!Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-02-1126 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showWould You Do It Again? Pt. 1Send us a textStarting a new format to help make the podcast more searchable (and shorter!). This week ask the question "Would you have another kid" and take turns answering and considering the implications and possibilities! Aaron answers around 6:30Tony answers around 9:30Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-02-0127 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showDad BOOTCAMP with Sullivan JonesSend us a textAaron and Tony gives special guest Sullivan Jones (kid due in 1 week) the rundown of what to expect and how to prepare. Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-01-2750 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowDad BOOTCAMP with Sullivan JonesAaron and Tony gives special guest Sullivan Jones (kid due in 1 week) the rundown of what to expect and how to prepare.
2024-01-2750 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showGrand Council of ParentsSend us a textWe talk the transition to daycare and educational standards for kids up to kindergarten. Also, expectations and judgement. There are no grades in parenting but it sure can feel like it.Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-01-1941 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showYou Are YouSend us a textThis week we talk in various ways about the father's and partner's role in this whole thing. We talk about scary things. Then we talk about how you are not your parents and you are not your mistakes. Oh and newborns make a lot of noise, all the time, even when sleeping. Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-01-1136 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showArrivalSend us a textAaron's child is here, and it's everything that's expected. Also Tony is back from Kenya, and the trip was even better than expected! We talk newborns and a cross-country trip with a two and a half year old. Books mentionedWe're Pregnant! The First Time Dad's Pregnancy Handbook by Adrian KulpThe Simplest Baby Book In The World by Stephen Grosswe are not paid for these endorsements.Like, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.c...
2024-01-0644 minThe 40, Black, and Dads showExpectingSend us a textWith Aaron expecting in about a month and Tony planning a trip, the guys talk potty training, comparing development with other kids, delivering during covid and what to expect post-delievry. Recorded 11/10/2023Music: Dreamers by mixaundfree-stock-music.comLike, Subscribe and Followinstagram.com/bearcovinstagram.com/the.official.ig.of.tonyfacebook.com/40BlackandDad
2024-01-0551 min
Lifewriting: Write for Your Life!Guest Aaron Covington! (CREED)In this episode, Steve and Tananarive talk to screenwriter Aaron Covington, who met director Ryan Coogler while in grad school at USC -- and they collaborated on CREED. (Which, as Steve points out, was the FIRST film with a love scene with a Black man that earned over $100 million. Even Aaron didn't know this!) On creating CREED, working in Hollywood, and keeping dreams alive. LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL at https://www.speakpipe.com/LifewritingPodcast (We might play your message!) Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
2023-12-111h 01The Black Guys on White Movies ShowStargate (1994)We close out season 3 with the sci-fi epic Stargate. Propelled by cinematic ringleader Roland Emmerich, we talk pyramids, aliens, inter-dimensional travel and conspiracies. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-11-291h 20The Black Guys on White Movies ShowMinority Report (2002)We talk Minority Report and it wasn't quite like we remembered it. What's the nature of predestination and crime prediction? We watched and we still don't know!Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-11-191h 11The Black Guys on White Movies ShowKnives Out (2019)We talk whodunit's and the movie that rebirthed the genre, Knives Out! Also we talk wealth and privilege. Fun times. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-11-121h 18The Black Guys on White Movies ShowShaft (1971)For epsidoe 50 we talk Shaft! Our first Black movie... sort of? We debate that and the reboots and why Shaft is an All-American Black James Bond, or should be.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-11-061h 12The Black Guys on White Movies ShowEp. 49 No Hard Feelings (2023)We talk No Hard Feelings. A throwback high premise but grounded in execution comedy. Later on we talk about human psychology, the nature of control and our reward based human brains! Fun!Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-10-301h 26The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Frighteners (1996)This week its we end our Halloween series with The Frighteners from Zemeckis and Peter Jackson and the role of ghosts in humanity's consciousness. Spooky!Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-10-231h 07The Black Guys on White Movies ShowHocus Pocus (1993)We talk witches and the 1993 fantasy comedy Hocus Pocus.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-10-151h 19The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Exorcist (1973)Continuing the Halloween season we talk The Exorcist and it's relationship to Blaxploitation, Black fictional iconography. The more horror and... franchises! Like and subscribe. Follow @Bearcov and @Black_Guys_On_White_Movies on IGSupport the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-10-091h 26The Black Guys on White Movies ShowTwilight (2008)We talk Twilight and the power of franchises!Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-10-011h 22The Black Guys on White Movies ShowInterview With A Vampire (1994)This week we talk pre-peak Pitt and Cruise, early Dunst, Anne Rice and kick off spooky season with VAMPIRES.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-09-251h 25The Black Guys on White Movies ShowFargo (1996)Coen Bros and Midwest existentialism. Perfect. Like, Subscribe and/or Follow.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-09-181h 16
High and Mighty432: Analog Technology (w/ Aaron Covington)Aaron Covington joins gabrus to talk about the simpler times when analog technology ruled the world. Check out 101 Places to Party Before You Die now streaming on MaxShout out to Athletic Greens and Rocket Money for sponsoring this episode.Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/MIGHTY.Cancel unwanted subscriptions and manage your expenses the easy way by going to RocketMoney.com/MIGHTY.Advertise on High & Mighty via Gumball.fm.See om...
2023-09-071h 16The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Truman Show (1998)This week The Truman Show and in case we miss you, good afternoon, good evening and good night. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-09-031h 27The Black Guys on White Movies ShowBefore Sunrise (1995)We talk Before Sunrise, traveling aboard, and who gets to make small and quiet films.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-08-281h 06The Black Guys on White Movies ShowPretty Woman (1990)This week we talk Pretty Woman. See a screening with us Friday Aug. 25 at the Los Feliz 3 theater. americancinematheque.com for tickets.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-08-211h 33The Black Guys on White Movies Show8 Mile (2002) Featuring Phil Augusta JacksonWe talk 8 Mile and Eminem! With special guest Phil Augusta Jackson. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-08-131h 24The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Apartment (1960) ft. Londale Hines Theus Jr.This week we talk about The Apartment, movie-wise. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-08-061h 23The Black Guys on White Movies ShowSuperman The Movie (1978)Our mega 2 hour episode on Superman the Movie. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-07-312h 03The Black Guys on White Movies ShowIt's Complicated (2009)This week we take a stroll through Nancy Myers world with the star led It's Complicated. Hear why Nancy should get blank checked and how Kobe Bryant is the Nancy Myers of the NBA. Also there was a fire alarm.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-07-251h 09The Black Guys on White Movies ShowElysium (2013) Ft. Bernard HarrisA talk about the 2013 Matt Damon led Sci-Fi future cult classic Elysium. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-07-171h 16The Black Guys on White Movies ShowDirty Harry (1971)This week we talk about one of the OG Good/Bad cops, Dirty Harry starring Mr. Talk to a Chair himself.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-07-1156 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowJust Friends (2005)This week we talk about the romcom Just Friends and everyman star Ryan ReynoldsSupport the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-06-211h 02The Black Guys on White Movies ShowJurassic Park (1993)This week we talked Jurassic Park, where life finds a way.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-06-121h 01The Black Guys on White Movies ShowRemember the Titans (2000)STRONG SIDE. LEFT SIDE. In our last episode of season 2 we talk Remember the Titans. If you miss this episode, you run a mile. Zero fun, sir and other amazing quotes as they heal all racism through integrated high school football. See you in the fall. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-03-081h 01The Black Guys on White Movies ShowMagnolia (1999)This episode we talk the multi character, multi pov, multi falling frog drama Magnolia. 1999's true birth of incel culture? Perhaps. Like , subscribe and share. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-03-021h 05The Black Guys on White Movies ShowE.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)This week we look at E.T. the lovable and iconic Extra-Terrestial and examine it's whiteness. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-02-0751 min
BlkWmnAnimator: Animation PodcastAaron Covington: Writing for Creed, NBA 2K17 and Black Panther Comic BooksIn this video, I sit down with Aaron Covington about starting his writing career off with a bang with Creed, his relationship with his college roommate Ryan Coogler and his thoughts on being successful in your desired career.
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2023-01-251h 26The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Princess Bride (1987)A classic modern fairytale but all white ain't all right. Shout out Andre the Giant though. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-01-231h 01The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Social Network (2010)This week we talk The Social Network. A fantastic time to talk about privilege and entitlement! Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2023-01-101h 05The Black Guys on White Movies ShowGattaca (1997)This week's movie is Gattaca and all I can say is that it's the Blackest movie we will probably ever do. Like, subscribe and share, please. Thank you. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-12-1956 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowIronMan (2008)This week we talk IronMan and the movie that set the MCU in motion. We look at the white fantasy of having it all, all the time, the perils of extreme wealth and what it means to be a hero. Also, sidenote: Don Cheadle has an Oscar Nom for Hotel Rwanda. Follow @bearcov on socials. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-12-121h 01The Black Guys on White Movies ShowLost In Translation (2003)This week we take a look at Sophia Coppola's breakout hit Lost In Translation which was also a breakout hit for it's stars Scarlett Johannsson and Bill Murray. We talk about all kinds of privilege in this one! And at the end dive into some celebrity soup talk. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-12-041h 02
Maximum Film!Episode 273: 'Wakanda Forever,' Turkeys Never w/Aaron CovingtonWe’re on our way to Wakanda this Thanksgiving weekend, by land and by sea. Aaron “Bear Cov” Covington, co-writer of Creed and Grand Crew, is our illustrious guest. Plus, it’s our Turkeys of the Year episode…spoiler alert: it’s heavy on CEOs! What’s Good?Alonso - Turkey Tetrazzini ("think about tetrazzini: you'll be glad you did")Drea - Spirit Awards NominationsCov - Sacramento KingsIfy - Escaping the IKEA parking lotITIDICa). Fast X Budget Has Ballooned to Over $340mb). Wan and Blum May...
2022-11-251h 11The Black Guys on White Movies ShowMetropolitan (1990)This week we journey back to New York for the movie Metropolitan and see how the white debutantes party. We talk about wealth and look closely at how white culture views itself and why it would rather not. This was a great movie for the podcast! Like, Subscribe, Follow, and pass it along.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-11-131h 09The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThree Kings (1999)This week we look at David O'Russell's Three Kings. We talk war movies and culture and America's place in it. Also we crown George Clooney the king of heist movies. Enjoy.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-11-071h 07The Black Guys on White Movies ShowHalloween (1978)Happy Halloween from us to you with the original Michael Myers Halloween movie. We talk white fears and the suburban fright and we wonder what a Black Halloween icon could look like, if one can even really exist. Follow on socials @bearcov @brandonjgardnerSupport the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-10-301h 10The Black Guys on White Movies ShowA Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019)This week we take a look at A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood the sort of biopic about American Legend, Mr. Rogers. We look at what it means to be a good dude, how Black people are often props for someone's goodness and we take down everyone's daddy issues. Follow on socials @bearcov @brandonjgardner.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-10-231h 03The Black Guys on White Movies ShowHoosiers (1986)This week we talk classic sports film Hoosiers and Aaron recounts what high school hoops is like his home state, Indiana. We talk 1951 midwest, the racism left out of this movie and hoops, hoops, hoops. Find us on socials @bearcov @brandonjgardnerSupport the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-10-161h 10The Black Guys on White Movies ShowTiny Furniture (2010)This week it's our most conflicted episode as we talk Lena Dunham's directorial debut Gir..I mean Tiny Furniture. Subscribe! Find us online @bearcov @brandonjgardner. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-10-091h 03The Black Guys on White Movies ShowTerminator 2: Judgment Day (1991)We're back for season 2 with the classic Terminator 2: Judgment Day. We talk about how white culture views the apocalypse and the impending singularity, progress vs maintenance in daily life and naked Arnold. Like, Subscribe and Enjoy. find us online@bearcov@brandonjgardnerSupport the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-10-031h 08The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Big LebowskiThis week, we abide just like the iconic lead character of The Big Lebowski. We talk the privilege to live like the dude, to idolize his ethos and to make a movie featuring so many wild characters. Also, this is our last episode until the fall. Enjoy the summer everyone. Black movie pick of the week, Pootie Tang.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-06-081h 03The Black Guys on White Movies ShowTop Gun (1986)This week we take a look at Top Gun! The original fighter pilot blockbuster. We talk inappropriate bathroom stalking and homo-eroticism. We lament the loss of movie ballads and romance and wonder what does this movie teach the young white male of it's time and how has that influenced society and most importantly Superhero movies. Black movie pick of the week is the upcoming biopic Devotion. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-06-011h 19The Black Guys on White Movies ShowFerris Bueller's Day OffThis week we talk Ferris Bueller's Day Off. We talk privilege from the suburban mansions to being able to skip school without a truancy officer following you. But it's all fun because the movie is charming and Hughes, genius. Also Brandon casts a 200 million dollar worthy remake. Black movie pick of the week: House Party. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-05-251h 15The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of The RingThis week we head to the shire and discuss the first Lord of the Rings film, The Fellowship of the Ring. We talk about the accessibility of fantasy, colorblind casting, the power of the trinket, the power of the nerd and... a lot of stuff really. We could have gone as long as the movie itself. Black movie of the week: The Wiz!Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-05-181h 08The Black Guys on White Movies ShowScream (1996)This week we watch Scream a 90s pop culture phenomenon on a movie. We talk about the dominance of white suburbia and bad boyfriends in 90s movies and culture. We sing Matthew Lillard's praises, have fun casting "Soul Scream", denounce the idea of Black cards and racials drafts and at the end Aman tells us about an eventful wake in a bar. Black movie of the week, Def by Temptation.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com...
2022-05-111h 08The Black Guys on White Movies ShowTalladega NightsThis week we talk the Adam McKay and Will Ferrell collab Talladega Nights. How does McKay at the same time take shots at and embrace conservative white America? Is white humor primarily verbal and is that why it doesn't translate overseas? How about the physical comedy of Mr. Bean and Bollywood then? How absurd can a movie even be?!?! All this and more including the Black movie pick of the week: Soul Plane.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps...
2022-05-041h 08The Black Guys on White Movies ShowJackie BrownThis week we talk Jackie Brown and Quentin Tarantino. We talk the lone Oscar nomination while Pam and Sam got snubbed! We talk n-word, why don't minorities get the freedom granted to QT, my dreams of directing a George Washington movie, Black directors on white movies and vice versa, Aman's fire alarm keeps going off and much much more. Black movie pick of the week: Set It Off and also somehow The Player's Club. Enjoy!Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovies
2022-04-271h 21The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Mitchells vs. The MachinesWe love animation! This week we talk Netflix's The Mitchells vs. The Machines. A fun, over the top, zany movie that got us thinking about family, what does a 90s dad look like and how does representation look in animation? Black movie pick of the week: Bebe's Kids.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-04-201h 02The Black Guys on White Movies ShowSleepless in SeattleThis week we explore the intersection of magic and 90's rom coms. What happens when a movie is super white but doesn't feel like it?! Or does it?! Who knows but it was sure a fun movie to get into. Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-04-121h 04The Black Guys on White Movies ShowLegally BlondeThis week we get into Legally Blonde a star turn for Reese Witherspoon and a movie that also played a pivotal roll in the dating life of our own Aman Adumer. How white is Legally Blonde and should it be an even bigger franchise?Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-04-051h 14The Black Guys on White Movies ShowNo Time to DieWe take a long at the latest in the James Bond Franchise. How white is James Bond? Does it matter? And we talk spectacle story telling! Enjoy with a martini shaken or stirred.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-03-301h 22The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe DepartedHappy St. Patrick's Day. This week we present The Departed, that police corruption, star laden, Boston set, Oscar winning Scorese masterpiece and ask the question 'how white is this movie? and... about that director.....Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-03-161h 14The Black Guys on White Movies ShowBatman Part 2We go back into the batcave to unpack a few lingering Batman thoughts.Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-03-1019 minThe Black Guys on White Movies ShowBatman (1989)With a new version releasing we revisit the 1989 Batman starring Jack Nicholson and Michael Keaton and ask "how white is this movie?". Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-03-021h 19The Black Guys on White Movies ShowDave (1993)The 1993 family comedy Dave starring Kevin Kline. We get into the movie around the 20 minute mark. Also please forgive our sound at times, we're working on the mic situation!Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
2022-02-151h 18The Black Guys on White Movies ShowThe Power of the Dog - Golden Globe winner and Oscar nomineeThe film thats sweeping this award season, this week we talk The Power of the Dog and ask the important question, how white is this movie? Support the showhttps://www.instagram.com/black_guys_on_white_movieshttps://www.youtube.com/blackguysonwhitemovieshttps://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/65911790-black-guys-on-white-movies-podcast?store_id=3540214
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