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HysteriaBeyoncé Has Better Jeans w. Akilah HughesAmerica’s got a long and shameful history with eugenics, and, while history doesn’t repeat itself, it rhymes. As white supremacist ideology permeates everything from Silicon Valley startups to domestic policy in 2025, is it really that far-fetched to notice it in that American Eagle “good jeans” ad featuring Sydney Sweeney? This week, Akilah Hughes joins Erin to break it all down. They also discuss Candace Owens’ low-key hilarious legal battle with the Macrons, MAGA politicians getting their karma, and The Nelk Boys' Netanyahu interview– the children that were left behind are now 30-year-old male podcasters. They wrap up with a petty...
2025-07-311h 30
American Fever DreamThe Left Needs a Pep Rally Ft. Akilah HughesThis week on American Fever Dream, V and Sami are joined by Akilah Hughes to break down the mess that is the Democratic Party. They unpack their political atrophy, their lack of authenticity, and how Republicans have mastered political theater over them. And finally, the talk about the power of protest, but most importantly, they want a time machine so that Oprah could win the 2016 presidential election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-06-2638 min
How Is This Better?Don’t Blame Canada: Trump Blew It With Our BestiesAmerica’s relationship with Canada has always been close — like cousins who share a border, celebrities and culture, and a love for maple syrup. But lately, that closeness has taken a weird turn.
In this episode, we explore how Donald Trump has soured the relationship with our once closest ally – referring to Canada as the “51st state.”
Host Akilah Hughes talks with Noor Azrieh, host and producer of the podcast Canadaland, and Silke Labson – Akilah’s friend who fled north after Trump took office the first time.
Guests:
Noor Azrieh, host and producer of th...
2025-06-1327 min
How Is This Better?Introducing: How Is This Better? with Akilah HughesDonald Trump has been campaigning to “make America great again” for a decade. Tech bro oligarchs swear they’re “making the world a better place.” But here we are – in 2025 – with planes falling from the damn sky, senseless trade wars driving higher prices and economic instability, and so-called “social” media and AI making everyone more isolated and lonelier than ever. It’s time to ask: How is this better?
Akilah Hughes is here to provide that much needed reality check. Covering everything from politics to entertainment to tech and late-stage capitalism, How Is This Better? challenges the grifters who are...
2025-05-2201 min
Panic WorldWhat happened to Kanye?
America’s not doing so hot right now. Kanye West, on the other hand, hasn’t been well for quite some time. Akilah Hughes joins us again to discuss the idea that Kanye has always been a mirror for the American zeitgeist. What is about him, and about us, that makes that theory true? And, are we — both Kanye and the United States — totally doomed, or can we get better?Our guest Akilah Hughes is a writer, comedian, and reporter. You can find her work at https://itsakilahobviously.com, and follow her @akilahobviously on YouTube and X, or on In...
2025-05-211h 05
Podcast Like It's ...36: Goldmember with Akilah HughesWe’re kicking off our brand-new Beyoncé in the Movies Mini-Series with a groovy start: Austin Powers in Goldmember! Phil and Emily are joined by writer, comedian, and Beyoncé superfan Akilah Hughes to break down Queen Bey’s feature film debut as the iconic Foxxy Cleopatra.From Mike Myers’ chaotic brand of early-2000s comedy to Beyoncé’s effortless star power, we dive into how Goldmember captured a cultural moment—and how Beyoncé completely stole the show. We also unpack the movie’s outrageous gags, surprisingly stacked cast, and whether the Austin Powers franchise still holds up today (spoiler...
2025-04-041h 36HysteriaI’ll See You In Court! w. Akilah HughesThe House passed a GOP budget framework, Elon Musk attended the first White House Cabinet meeting, and Alyssa Mastromonaco and guest host Akilah Hughes have a LOT of opinions. They also discuss the trickle-down effect of Trump’s executive orders on a state level, the Republican obsession with transgender athletes in the NCAA, and the modern resistance at town halls across the country. Luckily, Jane Fonda’s SAG Awards speech and a heartwarming story about The Metropolitan Museum of Art are keeping them sane. For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transc...
2025-02-271h 12
Arroe Collins My Day Of Play This Is Raw PodcastingMy Day Of Play 2 Crazy Unedited Talks With Akilah Hughes And Brigit EsselmontWelcome back to the studio. This is My Day of Play, where you’re taken into the real events and actions of how it happens long before the process of editing or cleaning up. The original purpose of these episodes was to give my broadcasting students something to edit, to practice with and to call their own. Then I realized that you are just as important. Share the reality of how it really went. We begin things with Akilah Hughes the host of the podcast Rebel Spirit. It’s about her journey back to a small town to change her high schoo...
2025-02-1528 min
Arroe Collins View From The Writing InstrumentMy Day Of Play 2 Crazy Unedited Talks With Akilah Hughes And Brigit EsselmontWelcome back to the studio. This is My Day of Play, where you’re taken into the real events and actions of how it happens long before the process of editing or cleaning up. The original purpose of these episodes was to give my broadcasting students something to edit, to practice with and to call their own. Then I realized that you are just as important. Share the reality of how it really went. We begin things with Akilah Hughes the host of the podcast Rebel Spirit. It’s about her journey back to a small town to change her high schoo...
2025-02-1528 minArroe Collins: Unplugged & Totally UncutMy Day Of Play 2 Crazy Unedited Talks With Akilah Hughes And Brigit EsselmontWelcome back to the studio. This is My Day of Play, where you’re taken into the real events and actions of how it happens long before the process of editing or cleaning up. The original purpose of these episodes was to give my broadcasting students something to edit, to practice with and to call their own. Then I realized that you are just as important. Share the reality of how it really went. We begin things with Akilah Hughes the host of the podcast Rebel Spirit. It’s about her journey back to a small town to change her high schoo...
2025-02-1028 min
Arroe Collins Unplugged and Totally UncutMy Day Of Play 2 Crazy Unedited Talks With Akilah Hughes And Brigit EsselmontWelcome backto the studio. This is My Day of Play,where you’re taken into the real events and actions of how it happens longbefore the process of editing or cleaning up. The original purpose of these episodes was to give my broadcastingstudents something to edit, to practice with and to call their own. Then I realized that you are just asimportant. Share the reality of how itreally went. We beginthings with Akilah Hughes the host of the podcast Rebel Spirit. It’s about her journey back to a small townto change her high school’s mascot.
2025-02-1028 min
TalkGirlThe y2k internet with Akilah HughesWelcome to the FIRST EVER episode of TalkGirl, a podcast hosted by comedian, craft queen, and y2k expert Sam Reece. This week’s guest is the hilarious Akilah Hughes! Sam and Akilah find themselves inside (literally) the mid-aughts internet, covering everything from chatroom crushes, the first viral video, the day Akilah taught her mom how to copy and paste on the computer, Tumblr before the furry porn and so much more. Let’s dive into all of our memories that have been compartmentalized, repressed, and forgotten. Let’s Talk, Girl.
2025-02-0652 min
Arroe Collins Pod-CrashingPod Crashing Episode 359 With Akilah Hughes From The Podcast Rebel SpiritPod Crashing episode 359 with Akilah Hughes from the podcast Rebel Spirit. Rebel Spirit is a brand new podcast series from Akilah Hughes (Crooked Media's "What a Day") about her return to her small town of Florence, Kentucky with a mission to change her high school's mascot from a Confederate General into a Biscuit. The show features moving interviews with everyone from the artist behind "Gritty," The Philadelphia Flyers' viral mascot, to principals at schools across the nation who have made this change. In speaking to people at every inflection point of the issue of problematic mascots, Rebel Spirit endeavors to mak...
2025-01-2615 min
Arroe Collins Unplugged and Totally UncutPod Crashing Episode 359 With Akilah Hughes From The Podcast Rebel Spirit
Pod Crashing episode 359 with Akilah Hughes from the podcast
Rebel Spirit.
Rebel Spirit is a brand new podcast series from Akilah Hughes
(Crooked Media's "What a Day") about her return to her small town of
Florence, Kentucky with a mission to change her high school's mascot from a
Confederate General into a Biscuit. The show features moving interviews with
everyone from the artist behind "Gritty," The Philadelphia Flyers'
viral mascot, to principals at schools across the nation who have made this
change. In speaking to people at every inflection point of the issue of
problematic m...
2025-01-2215 min
Arroe Collins View From The Writing InstrumentPod Crashing Episode 359 With Akilah Hughes From The Podcast Rebel SpiritPod Crashing episode 359 with Akilah Hughes from the podcast Rebel Spirit. Rebel Spirit is a brand new podcast series from Akilah Hughes (Crooked Media's "What a Day") about her return to her small town of Florence, Kentucky with a mission to change her high school's mascot from a Confederate General into a Biscuit. The show features moving interviews with everyone from the artist behind "Gritty," The Philadelphia Flyers' viral mascot, to principals at schools across the nation who have made this change. In speaking to people at every inflection point of the issue of problematic mascots, Rebel Spirit endeavors to mak...
2025-01-2115 min
Parasocial Social ClubAkilah HughesAkilah Hughes is a writer, comedian, and podcaster. She began her career with the "Akilah, Obviously!" YouTube channel and went on to co-host the Crooked Media podcast What a Day. She has been a digital correspondent for MTV, HBO, Fusion TV, and Comedy Central. Check out her newest podcast, Rebel Spirit with Akilah Hughes, where she attempts to convince her high school, Boone County High School, to change its confederate general mascot.Scholarly References:A brief history of lookalike contestsTiger King (2020) on Netflix"Meet Your First Black Girlfriend" on Akilah's YouTubeAkilah’s dog Fauci on InstagramRebel Sp...
2024-12-101h 21
Do You Need A Ride? with Chris Fairbanks and Karen KilgariffFlashback: In the Car with Akilah HughesIn this classic episode, Karen and Chris welcome writer and comedian Akilah Hughes to chat about anti-snacks parents, running from a T-rex and more! https://www.instagram.com/dynarpodcast/ https://twitter.com/DynarPodcast https://www.facebook.com/dynarpodcast/ Buy Merch! https://www.exactlyrightmedia.com/merch Follow Akilah Hughes - Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/akilah.bsky.social Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/akilahh/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@akilahobviously Twitter - https://twitter.com/AkilahO...
2024-11-251h 40
Attach Your RésuméAkilah Hughes Owned Her YouTube Past, So You Can Too What do you do when you’re stuck between being on the Internet and finding jobs in LA? Akilah can help you with that. “Art isn’t competitive. It’s just not. As long as I’m making stuff that I’m proud of, that I do think will elicit a response, or at least elicit a response from me because I respect my own taste, then I think that it’s never really gonna be over for me.” Akilah Hughes is a writer, comedian, podcaster, and YouTuber. Videos she wrote and starred in, bo...
2024-10-2455 min
I've Been Meaning To Listen To ThatMegan Thee Stallion... The Female Jay-Z? | ‘MEGAN’ Album Discussion & Analysis (w/ Akilah Hughes)This week on "I've Been Meaning To Listen To That," we dive into a detailed review of Megan Thee Stallion's latest album, MEGAN, with special guest Akilah Hughes (host of Rebel Spirit and author of Obviously, Stories from My Timeline). In this Megan Thee Stallion album review, we explore how her career mirrors Jay-Z's iconic 2004 era, what it means to live the "hottie" lifestyle, the challenges of being an artist in a capitalist world, and whether MEGAN features some of her freakiest lyrics yet. Tune in for a fun and insightful take on one of hip-hop's most influential artists!
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2024-10-171h 01
Panic WorldChappell Roan and the Pop Crave election (with Akilah Hughes)
Why does it feel like this election isn’t really happening? Why does Chappell Roan feel like the biggest story?Our theory? We live in a Pop Crave world. The tabloid X account is pretty much the modern day AP. Ryan is joined by Akilah Hughes to figure out how this happened and the ramifications for all of us, and especially for the Midwest Princess.Our guest Akilah Hughes is a writer, comedian, and reporter. You can find her work at https://itsakilahobviously.com, and follow her @akilahobviously on YouTube and X, or on Instagram @ak...
2024-10-091h 15
Past Due with Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike EagleDay 38: Akilah HughesWelcome to Day 38 of "90 Days with Ana Marie Cox." Today Ana talked to writer and comedian Akilah Hughes about the first entirely online election, climate change, biscuits versus overt racism and other election topics.—Voting Alert! If you haven't registered to vote yet, time is running out. Many states have strict registration deadlines and other may have booted you from they rolls, so make sure you're ready for Election Day. Visit your state's election website or vote.gov to check your registration status, or register today.—Watch along on YouTube at: http...
2024-09-2849 min
Willoughby Hills with Heath Racela131. Podcaster Akilah Hughes Investigates Rebel High SchoolsAkilah Hughes is a comedian, author, and podcast host, known for her book Obviously: Stories from My Timeline, her YouTube channel, her amazing Twitter/X and Instagram feeds, and her nearly two year run hosting the daily news podcast What a Day for Crooked Media from 2019-2021.Akilah's latest podcast Rebel Spirit, investigates the history of how her high school in Northern Kentucky came to adopt the Rebel team name and Confederate symbols in the 1950s and retains the name to this day. In the show, Akilah travels home on a mission to remake the Rebels into...
2024-09-121h 00HysteriaKamala Harris Dog Walks the Donald w. Akilah HughesVice President Kamala Harris debated senile angry man Donald Trump, and Akilah Hughes joins to dish all about it. Then, Akilah tells us all about her new podcast, Rebel Spirit — required listening if you went to a school with a racist mascot. Finally, Sani-Petty (the WNBA needs kids clothes!). Show NotesAkilah Hughes: Instagram, Twitter, Rebel Spirit podcastTrump repeats the false claim that Democrats support abortion 'after birth' in debate (NPR 9/10)Harris presses a more forceful case against Trump than Biden did on abortion, economy and democracy (AP 9/10)5 key...
2024-09-121h 01
The Big FlopNipplegate: Janet Jackson's Super Bowl Slip Up with Dylan Adler and Akilah HughesIt was the nip slip seen round the world. Whether by accident or on purpose, the nation caught a brief glimpse of Janet Jackson’s breast on live television during the 2004 Super Bowl halftime show while she was performing with Justin Timberlake. Quickly dubbed "Nipplegate," the incident ignited a firestorm of controversy and debate over broadcast decency standards and media regulation. It led to a flood of complaints to the FCC, significant fines for broadcasters, and a lasting impact on cultural norms and entertainment industry practices in the United States.Akilah Hughes (Rebel Spirit, Ak...
2024-09-0248 min
Go Touch GrassUnburdened (w/ Akilah Hughes)Guest: Akilah HughesTopics: The many memes of Kamala Harris (The Discourse/Politiktok), Jayda Cheaves' swimsuit ad (Cursed Content), Raw milk defenders (Grasshole of the Week)You can find tickets to The Roast of Your Teenage Self 7/26 at 8pm at Littlefield here (use code ROAST5 for $5 off!)Subscribe and Rate Go Touch Grass on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode!Go Touch Grass has a Patreon! Subscribe here.Follow Milly on Instagram and Twitter.Follow Alise on Instagram.
2024-07-241h 10Go Touch GrassUnburdened (w/ Akilah Hughes)Guest: Akilah HughesTopics: The many memes of Kamala Harris (The Discourse/Politiktok), Jayda Cheaves' swimsuit ad (Cursed Content), Raw milk defenders (Grasshole of the Week)You can find tickets to The Roast of Your Teenage Self 7/26 at 8pm at Littlefield here (use code ROAST5 for $5 off!)Subscribe and Rate Go Touch Grass on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode!Go Touch Grass has a Patreon! Subscribe here.Follow Milly on Instagram and Twitter.Follow Alise on Instagram.
2024-07-241h 10
Turek Books PodcastEven JLo Has a YouTube with Akilah HughesAkilah Hughes is a writer, actor, author, and podcast host who joins Joshua to talk about how they both re-read “The Great Gatsby” after high school and enjoyed it a lot more when there wasn’t a test involved. They discuss her memoir “Obviously” and the evolution of her feelings toward it five years after its publishing and the tragic loss of her collaborator on it. Also covered are the impactful books of her adulthood, delving into everything including James Baldwin’s “The Fire Next Time” to the Bojack Horseman creator’s book (Raphael Bob Waksberg) “Someone Will Love You in All Your Damaged...
2024-03-2058 min
Do You Need A Ride? with Chris Fairbanks and Karen KilgariffS4 - Ep. 30 - Akilah HughesThis week, Karen and Chris welcome writer and comedian Akilah Hughes to chat about anti-snacks parents, running from a T-rex and more!https://www.instagram.com/dynarpodcast/ https://twitter.com/DynarPodcast https://www.facebook.com/dynarpodcast/ Buy Merch! https://www.exactlyrightmedia.com/merchFollow Akilah Hughes - Twitter - https://twitter.com/AkilahObviously Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/akilahh/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@akilahobviously See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...
2024-02-121h 40
Fake the NationAn Exceptionally Delightful Slutbag (w/ Peppermint & Pete Dominick and John Hodgman & Akilah Hughes)Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Fake the Nation! To celebrate the holiday and long weekend, we've gathered two stories we think you'll love. First, Peppermint and Pete Dominick join to talk about a guy who has not told his wife of 15 years that he has a very lucrative trust fund. And then, John Hodgman and Akilah Hughes join to talk about a lady who had an affair with a dude for 15 years, the guy died unexpectedly and now his ex doesn’t want her at the funeral. What should all parties be doing here?——Rate Fake T...
2023-11-2331 min
Rotten Tomatoes Is Wrong (A Podcast from Rotten Tomatoes)We're Wrong About... The Craft (1996) with Akilah HughesJust in time for spooky season, we are looking back at the 1996 cult classic 'The Craft,' which is Rotten at 57% on the Tomatometer.For some, this witchy film defined their whole high-school personality in the '90s. For others, 'The Craft' may have been overshadowed by the mega-hit horror film 'Scream' that starred similar actors and came out just months later.Author and podcaster Akilah Hughes joins Mark and Jacqueline to discuss whether or not Rotten Tomatoes is wrong about 'The Craft.'Do you believe in witchcraft and the power of...
2023-10-1248 minFake the NationNoseless People from the South (w/ John Hodgman & Akilah Hughes)Today, we're looking at a "Question of Asshole-ry," we're also going to talk about the partisan divide on life expectancy in America, and we'll discuss the senate's new dress code. And to break all of this down, we're joined by two exceptionally hilarious, prior guests of the show: John Hodgman & Akilah Hughes!——Rate Fake The Nation 5-stars on Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!Follow Negin Farsad on TwitterEmail Negin fakethenation@headgum.comSupport her Patreon ——Host - Negin Farsad——Producer - Andrew McGuire——Theme Music - Gaby AlterSee Privacy Policy...
2023-09-2854 min
I Keep HearingLet's Carpool to Plastic Surgery with Guest Host Akilah HughesToday we are joined by writer, actor, and podcaster Akilah Hughes To talk about Self Driving cars going wild in Austin Teenagers sailing the Pacific alone Bethenny Frankel's TJ Maxx Friends Sophie Turner and Taylor Swift getting dinner and more Follow Rob and Akilah and Shannon on Instagram.
2023-09-2842 min
Crimes of the Heart: a love and dating podcastOne Night Stands with Akilah HughesRory Uphold tells the most insane story about a girl's quest for the perfect one night stand that turned into what could quite possibly be described as anyone’s worst nightmare. Plus, comedian Akilah Hughes drops by to give her take on this jaw-dropping tale and even gives some BJ advice for those of you who also have penis phobia.To sign up for our mailing list & be entered to win our giveaways click here: https://www.crimesoftheheartpod.com/For video clips from this episode or to follow Rory on INSTAGRAM click @icouldbeblonder and on TIKTO...
2023-09-051h 03
Glad I AskedA Case Against Niching Down w/ Akilah HughesJoin Sydnee Goodman and Akilah Hughes as they chat the life, career, and interests of Akilah.Akilah started her career on YouTube and since has transitioned to comedy, writing (both for tv and she’s an author!), acting, and podcast hosting. You might recognize her from her time hosting Crooked Media’s What A Day podcast! Unlike many people in entertainment, Akilah has navigated the industry as a woman from Kentucky with no prior industry connections. We hit some common big questions like niching down and knowing when to say no to (huge) opportunities.You can...
2023-08-081h 37
The Bechdel CastThe Haunted Mansion (2003) with Akilah HughesReal estate agents Jamie, Caitlin, and special guest Akilah Hughes visit a spooky house and discuss Disney's The Haunted Mansion (2003). (This episode contains spoilers) For Bechdel bonuses, sign up for our Patreon at patreon.com/bechdelcast Follow @AkilahObviously on Twitter. While you're there, you should also follow @BechdelCast, @caitlindurante, and @jamieloftusHELPSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-07-271h 30
Bad DatesWeird Fight Club (w/ Akilah Hughes, Iliza Shlesinger, and Hari Kondabolu)On this episode of Bad Dates, Jameela welcomes comedians Akilah Hughes (Bob’s Burgers, What A Day), Iliza Shlesinger (Good On Paper, Dollface), and Hari Kondabolu (The Problem With Apu, Snack Vs Chef) to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Akilah tells us how her date put his foot down and was still hungry for more, Iliza takes a chance at Christmas but gets coal in her stocking, and Hari bravely recounts a double-booking nightmare. If you’ve had a bad date you’d like to tell us about, our number is 984-265-3283, and our email is baddatespod@gmail...
2023-05-2940 min
Visionaries: Gaming, Media and the Internet ExplainedInside the Writer’s Strike Shaking Up HollywoodFor the past few weeks, one of Hollywood's biggest unions, the Writers Guild of America, has been on strike, disrupting the TV and film industries in mass. Late night programs on CBS, ABC, NBC and HBO all halted production and other shows, like "Abbott Elementary" and "Stranger Things," have also been affected. Comedian, actor, former YouTuber and Hollywood writer Akilah Hughes joins Jacob and Prem to discuss the strikes and give a read on the temperature in the entertainment industry.
2023-05-2055 minCrimes of the Heart: a love and dating podcastOne Night Stands and High Value Women with Akilah HughesIn the inaugural episode, Rory Uphold tells the most insane story about a girl's quest for the perfect one night stand that turned into what could quite possibly be described as anyone’s worst nightmare.Plus, comedian Akilah Hughes drops by to give her take on this jaw-dropping tale and even gives some BJ advice for those of you who also have penis phobia.Follow Rory Uphold on Instagram @icouldbeblonder and on TikTok @roryupholdGot a Question? Wanna submit a story? Email me at rory@crimesoftheheartpod.com or message me on my Instagram & TikT...
2022-10-111h 03
Hyphenated with Joanna Hausmann and Jenny LorenzoThe Value of Being Uncomfortable with Akilah HughesJoanna welcomes back writer, comedian, content creator and actress Akilah Hughes, as they talk about her upbringing in the American South, how it’s important to step outside of your comfort zone, and what they do to make a new place feel like home.
2022-04-2134 min
Punch Up The Jam'Because of You' by Kelly Clarkson (w/ Akilah Hughes)Because a butterfly flapped its wings in Kamchatka, global wind patterns shifted, causing the accursed demon Simon Cowell to arise, which backfired for the agents of hell when his reign led to the ascent of the verified seraphim Kelly Clarkson, because of which we now have the song "Because Of You." Evan and Andrew are joined by old friend Akilah Hughes to unpack the many causal relationships in this tragic tune.Follow Punch Up The Jam on Twitter and InstagramLike the show? Rate Punch Up The Jam 5 Stars on Apple Podcasts and leave a...
2022-01-061h 27
A Thousand Natural Shocks With Gabe S. DunnFinancial Feminism: HerFirst100K's Tori Dunlap, Akilah HughesFinancial feminism! What is it? Does it exist? Can it exist? Why did Cara Delevingne wear that stupid "peg the patriarchy" shirt to the Met Gala? This week on the Bad With Money Season 8 finale, Gaby talks to HerFirst100K's Tori Dunlap, a marketing genius, investing educator, controversial Tiktoker, host of the podcast "Financial Feminist," and the woman behind "fighting the patriarchy by making women rich." Then Gaby breaks down why "financial feminism" feels a little icky with comedian and long-time comrade in the field of Internet feminism Akilah Hughes. Thank you for listening all season long! We'll be back w...
2021-09-2247 minHysteriaThe Princess and the Pod w. Akilah HughesThis week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco discuss Gavin Newsom’s resounding recall win, the Larry Nassar hearing, Joe Manchin and the confusion over booster shots. Then Dana Schwartz and Akilah Hughes join to discuss princess culture and it’s lasting pervasiveness in our culture. Finally, is the Met Gala grotesque or fun!?For a closed-captioned version of this episode, please visit crooked.com/hysteria. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. Hos...
2021-09-161h 25
Hyphenated with Joanna Hausmann and Jenny LorenzoComedy in times of crisis with Akilah HughesWriter, comedian, and YouTuber Akilah Hughes joins Joanna as a special guest co-host. Joanna and Akilah discuss the serious illnesses they've both faced, how being sick impacted their sense of identity, and the ways in which comedy has helped them cope during difficult times.
2021-07-0853 min
Says Who?THE TRAGIC KINGDOM with Akilah HughesOur friend Akilah has been back to Disneyland now that it's reopened after 14 months, and what a magical day she had. Come, Sayswhovians, take a break from the unrelenting pace of news and just... enjoy yourself at the happiest place on earth.
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2021-05-261h 03
Receipts with Jenny"Business Meeting or Date" (w/ Akilah Hughes)Well, babes, it's been a year in pandereplay, and we've recorded almost 60 episodes!! This week, Andrew got a text from a public figure, and Jenny is obsessed with her therapist. We're joined by the icon Akilah Hughes (Crooked Media) to talk about the differences of dating in LA and NY (they're opposites it turns out!) and to introduce us to the new man in her life - her sweet puppy Dogtor Fauci. She brings INCREDIBLE receipts from Raya from a real famous, and Jenny reveals a big secret from her past!!!Subscribe on Spotify...
2021-03-251h 01
Bananas - Funny news from around the world with Scotty Landes and Kurt BraunohlerHot Pants with Akilah HughesAkilah Hughes joins Kurt and Scotty to talk about whether or not China is building a time machine, a lawyer who’s pants caught on fire who, Amelia Earheart’s disappearance, Portland’s therapy llama, the astronaut who snuck a sandwich into space and how the Times Square Margaritaville will soon contain a synagogue! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-03-0256 min
Mortal PodkastAkilah Hughes vs. Hsu Hao, Drahmin, Moloch, AND MokapAkilah Hughes joins the show to run through a gauntlet of obscure fighters - from cybernetic cult member Hsu Hao to demon buddies Drahmin and Moloch to Mokap, a karate teacher from Chicago.
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2021-03-011h 22
The Roast of Your Teenage SelfAkilah Hughes: The Roast of Your Teenage SelfComedian Akilah Hughes (Crooked Media's What A Day Podcast, with fellow comedian, Alise Morales, on a brand new episode of The Roast of Your Teenage Self Podcast. They reminisce about and more. Subscribe! https://bit.ly/RoastYourTeenageSelfPodcast
2021-02-0959 min
Says Who?SHRUNKY DUNKS AND THE CAVE OF CUOMO with Akilah HughesGobble, gobble! It’s Thanksgiving week! In SaysWhovia, we celebrate in the traditional ways: cransberries pie, paper turkeys, and gravy made of whatever that was coming off Rudy’s head the other day! Yes, somehow it’s the end of November. Trump’s weird fall continues to fall weirdly, in a perpetual-motion machine of self-own. But Dan and Maureen aren’t going to talk politics at their Thanksgiving dinner table. Not in front of company.Yes! Company! Akilah Hughes has stopped by to have dinner with Dan and Maureen. Akilah is doing great, and has not lost her mind d...
2020-11-251h 07
The StacksEp. 134 The Stacks Election Special with Akilah HughesToday we’re doing something different. With the election just two weeks away, we’re diving head first into the election and politics. Akilah Hughes, host of Crooked Media’s daily news podcast, What A Day, joins us to talk about covering news in fall 2020 and answer your questions about the election. In addition to hosting What a Day Akilah is the author of Obviously: Stories from My Timeline, a comedian, and a TV writer.The Stacks Book Club selection for October is The Autobiography of Malcolm X as told to Alex Haley, we will discuss the book w...
2020-10-211h 05
Punch Up The Jam'The Sweet Escape' by Gwen Stefani (w/ Akilah Hughes)YEEHOO Akilah Hughes (host of What a Day, Akilah, Obviously!) brings the 2006 classic that no one knows the name for proper litigation in the public square. The overlap in the GwenStefani/Akon venn diagram is just this song ok bye bye. UNPUNCHABLE JAMS: 'Sound & Color' by Alabama Shakes, and 'Irreplaceable' by Beyoncé.SPONSORS:Helixsleep: Get up to 200 dollars off ALL mattress orders and two free pillows at HelixSleep.com/JAM.Quip: Get your first refill free at getquip.com/JAM.Want more Punch Up The Jam? Become a Patron today! Y...
2020-08-0650 min
Glowing UpThe Girl In A Diaper (with Akilah Hughes)Esther and Caroline welcome their first guest, Akilah Hughes to discuss their relationship with makeup and skincare in quarantine. They also get into the challenges in seeing a Dermatologist, the dangers of Accutane and if Esther and Caroline need to start playing Animal Crossing.
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2020-07-201h 02
Small Triumph Big SpeechWalking Dogs (with Akilah Hughes)Leah walked her three dogs at the same time. Akilah Hughes delivers a big speech to celebrate. You can be a guest on this show by making a donation at smalltriumphbigspeech.com
2020-07-0212 min
Says Who?DO BETTER, DOOM LESS with AKILAH HUGHESHello, SaysWhovia. We took last week off out of respect for the events currently taking place. We return this week to see where we are now, and where we might be going. To help us look at the protests, the state of the union, the COVID crisis, and, because this is Says Who, a little Disney, we are joined by our friend Akilah Hughes.We will be donating this month’s Patreon contribution to the Movement for Black Lives. Now and always, Black Lives Matter.
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2020-06-101h 02
History Becomes HerAkilah Hughes on Constance Baker Motley and self-care for the extremely onlineAkilah Hughes is a writer, comedian, YouTuber, and podcaster. Hughes is the co-host of Crooked Media's What A Day podcast and one of the few black women hosting a daily news podcast. Podcasting has a representation problem. There are more podcasts than ever before, but women and people of colour are still sorely underrepresented as hosts, especially when it comes to daily news.This week's episode is hosted by Jess Joho, a staff writer at Mashable based in Los Angeles. In this episode, Hughes discusses representation in podcasting, her book Obviously: Stories from My Timeline, and...
2020-06-0431 min
This DayAin't I A Woman (1851) w/ Akilah HughesIt’s May 28th. Jody Avirgan, Nicole Hemmer, and special guest Akilah Hughes (What A Day podcast) discuss Sojourner Truth’s famous “Ain’t I a Woman” speech. It tells us a lot about how myths are made, and historical figures are flattened over time.
This Day In Esoteric Political History is a proud member of Radiotopia from PRX.
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2020-05-2814 minThis DayAin't I A Woman (1851) w/ Akilah HughesIt’s May 28th. Jody Avirgan, Nicole Hemmer, and special guest Akilah Hughes (What A Day podcast) discuss Sojourner Truth’s famous “Ain’t I a Woman” speech. It tells us a lot about how myths are made, and historical figures are flattened over time.
This Day In Esoteric Political History is a proud member of Radiotopia from PRX.
Get in touch if you have any ideas for future topics, or just want to say hello. Our website is thisdaypod.com Follow us on social @thisdaypod
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2020-05-2814 min
Not Too Deep with Grace HelbigAkilah Hughes - “What A Day”Recorded: April 9, 2020 Akilah Hughes is my guest today! We bond over being YouTubers in the comedy world, what led her to pivot her career and host the daily news podcast, “What A Day” with Crooked Media, and writing her literary debut “Obviously: Stories From My Timeline.” Follow Akilah Hughes: www.twitter.com/akilahobviouslywww.instagram.com/akilahhCheck out our website: www.nottoodeep.com
2020-05-041h 00
Make a Mixtape with Zac LittleOn The Line #4: Akilah HughesPainting the bathroom with Akilah Hughes, author/comedian/podcaster/multi-hyphenate. \ "On The Line" is a series of quickly-recorded and only lightly-edited phone conversations with artists, professionals, and other people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in different ways. The Last Podcast will return to regularly scheduled programming... eventually. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit zaclittle.substack.com
2020-04-2611 min
Make My Day with Josh GondelmanShe's On Fire with Akilah HughesAkilah Hughes, author and co-host of the Crooked Media podcast What A Day competes to cheer Josh up. Akilah and Josh talk 90s r&b, red pandas, and the crossover film event of a lifetime. Akilah sets the Make My Day all time high score and wins $100 for Lighthouse Youth & Family Services in Cincinnati.Make your own donation to Akilah's cause of choice here: https://www.lys.org/about-us/Buy Akilah's book, Obviously, here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/531147/obviously-by-akilah-hughes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-04-2125 min
Social Anxiety Variety HourAkilah Hughes On Sex In The Time Of RonaGet ready for our horniest episode yet (not saying much). Sara interviews her friend Akilah Hughes, co-host of the Crooked Media podcast "What A Day," which basically means Sara and Akilah have a catchup chat and record it. Among other things, Sara says that Milana Vayntrub's mom is gorgeous (true), that Milana Vayntrub looks like a precious baby angel (true), that Sam Richardson is handsome (true), that Cheyenne Jackson is handsome (true), and that Jon Lovett is the head of HR at Crooked Media (this is a lie). Watch "Making Fun with Akilah and Milana" available Fridays this April o...
2020-04-1057 min
As Me with Sinéad28: As Akilah HughesIn the midst of the pandemic, Sinéad talks with comedian and reporter Akilah Hughes about how she is balancing her work and mental health right now, including winding down for the day after intense news cycles. Akilah talks openly about her struggles with self image, and her related decision to leave her northern Kentucky home. audible.com/as me or text As Me to 555-555 Imagined Life https://crooked.com/podcast-series/what-a-day/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-04-0949 minThe Bechdel CastCenter Stage with Akilah HughesJamie and Caitlin are dancing their way to a discussion about Center Stage with special guest Akilah Hughes!(This episode contains spoilers)For Bechdel bonuses, sign up for our Patreon at patreon.com/bechdelcast.Follow @AkilahObviously on Twitter. While you're there, you should also follow @BechdelCast, @caitlindurante and @jamieloftusHELP Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-02-201h 19
How do you like it so far?Episode 52: Podcasting the News with Akilah HughesWelcome to a new decade (we’re in the 20’s folks!) and another episode of How Do You Like it So Far?! This week we have Akilah Hughes, a founding Civic Media Fellow at the USC Annenberg Innovation Lab, author of Obviously: Stories from My Timeline, and co-host of What a Day, Crooked Media’s first-ever daily news podcast that contextualizes the day’s news in a mere 15 to 20 minutes. Debuting in October, 2019, What a Day keeps in line with Crooked Media’s ethos and give listeners actionable insights about what can be done such as online resources, petitions, and fundraisin...
2020-01-241h 09
Unemployed with Anna RoismanEpisode 5: From Youtube to Me Time with Akilah HughesOn the 5th episode of Unemployed, Anna finally properly introduces the show! She chats with her good friend Akilah Hughes, who you may know as the hilarious comedian, creator, and author of "Obviously." They learn about Akilah's job history (of never keeping a job for more than 9 months!!) and how she once impressively received 4 hair products as severance. Akilah and Anna discuss the best ways to take care of yourself in case the world crumbles. And on a positive note, they call "Positive Pat" who lost his customer service job at a mattress company but works out every morning and...
2020-01-1450 min
Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole ByerVehicular Assault (w/ Akilah Hughes)Akilah Hughes (host of What a Day podcast) discusses why she doesn't believe in long term relationships, shares her worst date stories, and the time she cut all her toes during sex. Nicole fears for her future as a motorcyclist. She also talks about the multiple times she's been hit by cars, and that she is now so horny she's committing vehicular assault. Support the show! Rate Why Won't You Date Me 5-stars on Apple Podcasts with a dirty comment for a chance to have it read on-air.Follow Nicole Byer:Tour Dates: nicolebyerwastaken.com/tourdatesTwitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerFacebook: www.facebook.com/ni...
2019-12-2758 min
Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole ByerVehicular Assault (w/ Akilah Hughes)Akilah Hughes (host of What a Day podcast) discusses why she doesn't believe in long term relationships, shares her worst date stories, and the time she cut all her toes during sex. Nicole fears for her future as a motorcyclist. She also talks about the multiple times she's been hit by cars, and that she is now so horny she's committing vehicular assault. Support the show! Rate Why Won't You Date Me 5-stars on Apple Podcasts with a dirty comment for a chance to have it read on-air.Follow Nicole Byer:Tour Dates: nic...
2019-12-2755 min
The Secret Lives of Black Women18. Finding Hope with Akilah HughesCharla started this podcast in hopes to have conversations she wanted more of when it felt like the country was falling apart. Talking to fellow black women has given both Charla and Lauren hope. Writer, producer and host of Crooked Media’s What A Day podcast, Akilah Hughes says that her hope comes from the local level. Akilah dishes on what she thinks the democratic party needs, where she’s specifically found joy and her personal journey along the way.
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2019-12-1950 min
We Are YAIs social media bad? with Akilah HughesAkilah Hughes on old-school YouTube, digital therapy, Neopets, toxic comment sections, and her book Obviously: Stories from My Timeline.
2019-09-2657 min
This Is the AuthorS4 E58: Nico Tortorella, Akilah Hughes, and Cory AllenS4 E58: In this episode meet Nico Tortorella, author of SPACE BETWEEN; Akilah Hughes, author of OBVIOUSLY; and Cory Allen author of NOW IS THE WAY.
Each of these young writers is using their creativity and talent to inspire others to grow—through art, introspection, and joyous expression. Hear them talk honestly about recording their audiobooks; plus, find out which of these authors has finally become their own “love bomb.”
Space Between by Nico Tortorella: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/586542/space-between/
Obviously by Akilah Hughes: https://www.penguinrandomhouseaudio.com/book/531147/obviously/
Now Is the Way by Cory Allen: https://www.pengui...
2019-09-2411 min
Tune In To: This Breakthrough Full Audiobook For Thriller Fans.Obviously: Stories from My Timeline by Akilah HughesPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/368000to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Obviously: Stories from My Timeline
Author: Akilah Hughes
Narrator: Akilah Hughes
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 59 minutes
Release date: September 24, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Memoirs
Publisher's Summary:
'A refreshingly funny and blisteringly unsentimental coming-of-age memoir.' -John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All The Way Down and The Fault in Our Stars In Akilah Hughes's world, family--and life--are often complicated, but always funny. Through intimate and hilarious essays, Akilah takes readers along on her journey from the small...
2019-09-244h 59Savor The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Breakthrough!Obviously: Stories from My Timeline by Akilah HughesPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/368000to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Obviously: Stories from My Timeline
Author: Akilah Hughes
Narrator: Akilah Hughes
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 59 minutes
Release date: September 24, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody
Publisher's Summary:
'A refreshingly funny and blisteringly unsentimental coming-of-age memoir.' -John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All The Way Down and The Fault in Our Stars In Akilah Hughes's world, family--and life--are often complicated, but always funny. Through intimate and hilarious essays, Akilah takes readers along on her journey from...
2019-09-244h 59Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, MemoirsObviously: Stories from My Timeline by Akilah HughesPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/368000to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Obviously: Stories from My Timeline
Author: Akilah Hughes
Narrator: Akilah Hughes
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 59 minutes
Release date: September 24, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Memoirs
Publisher's Summary:
'A refreshingly funny and blisteringly unsentimental coming-of-age memoir.' -John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All The Way Down and The Fault in Our Stars In Akilah Hughes's world, family--and life--are often complicated, but always funny. Through intimate and hilarious essays, Akilah takes readers along on her journey from the small...
2019-09-244h 59
Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Biography & MemoirObviously: Stories from My Timeline by Akilah HughesPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/368000 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Obviously: Stories from My Timeline Author: Akilah Hughes Narrator: Akilah Hughes Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 59 minutes Release date: September 24, 2019 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: 'A refreshingly funny and blisteringly unsentimental coming-of-age memoir.' -John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All The Way Down and The Fault in Our Stars In Akilah Hughes's world, family--and life--are often complicated, but always funny. Through intimate and hilarious essays, Akilah takes readers along on her journey from the...
2019-09-2410 min
Enhance Your Knowledge Through the Magic of Full AudiobookObviously: Stories from My Timeline Audiobook by Akilah HughesListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 368000
Title: Obviously: Stories from My Timeline
Author: Akilah Hughes
Narrator: Akilah Hughes
Format: Unabridged
Length: 4:59:02
Language: English
Release date: 09-24-19
Publisher: Listening Library (Audio)
Genres: Biography & Memoir, General Comedy
Summary:
'A refreshingly funny and blisteringly unsentimental coming-of-age memoir.' -John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All The Way Down and The Fault in Our Stars
In Akilah Hughes's world, family--and life--are often complicated, but always funny. Through intimate and hilarious essays, Akilah takes readers along on her journey from the small Kentucky town where...
2019-09-244h 59Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Literature, Comedy, Satire & ParodyObviously: Stories from My Timeline by Akilah HughesPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/368000to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Obviously: Stories from My Timeline
Author: Akilah Hughes
Narrator: Akilah Hughes
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 59 minutes
Release date: September 24, 2019
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody
Publisher's Summary:
'A refreshingly funny and blisteringly unsentimental coming-of-age memoir.' -John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Turtles All The Way Down and The Fault in Our Stars In Akilah Hughes's world, family--and life--are often complicated, but always funny. Through intimate and hilarious essays, Akilah takes readers along on her journey from...
2019-09-244h 59
Lovett or Leave ItDunaway or the HighwayAkilah Hughes and Jon introduce highlights from the year so far - or, really, highlights from the year's episodes so far. Look, what we're saying is, Akilah and Jon talked about Faye Dunaway being sued for allegedly calling her assistant a "little homosexual boy" which is obviously not right but isn't not funny, and had some fun introducing our favorite clips - from James Adomian as Bernie to Emily Heller as avenging angel for women hurt by multi-level marketing. We'll be back live at Radio City in a couple weeks! Hosted by S...
2019-08-171h 05HysteriaSexual Trolling w. Akilah HughesThis week Erin Ryan and Alyssa Mastromonaco talk about the Trump administration's latest anti-immigrant moves and why Ken Cuccinelli shouldn't rewrite any more American poetry. Then, special guest Akilah Hughes joins Tien Tran and Dana Schwartz in studio to talk about why flirting is so fraught with mystery and confusion. Then, as always, the hills we'll die on. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2019-08-151h 21
Bad On PaperAkilah Hughes Shares Her Writing Process, Tips on Self-Confidence, and Her Love of Neopets.Today’s guest is the hilarious and brilliant Akilah Hughes! From YouTube to politics to writing her own book, there's nothing she can't do! We talk about a little bit of everything, from her favorite and least favorite part about traveling (hotels! touching things in the airport!), growing up in the south, how to feel confident on bad days, and… Neopets. Also in this episode, we’ve wrapped up our summer tour! We’re definitely ready for some introvert time. Also, Becca reveals that her cleaning lady ghosted her and Grace is obsessed with Katie Sturino’s clothing li...
2019-07-031h 32
What Makes U Sing? with Larry OwensWhat Makes Akilah Hughes Sing?Welcome back SINGERS! Larry starts things off with a sad depressing Death Cab song I Will Follow You Into The Dark before introducing our very first guest of color -- comedian, author, personality, pundit, AKILAH HUGHES!Akilah and Larry instantly fall in love via Akilahs cool ass piano story. They get into the music of Britney Spears, Pursuit Of Happiness KID CUDI, "the comedy bop" Sisqos The Thong Song, the art of music videos, Beychella, and more! Plus, Larry plugs A Strange Loop. Surprising?!?!XO. RATE AND SUBSCRIBE SEE YOU NEXT WEEK!!!!---
2019-06-2551 min
The Bradshaw Boys : A Sex and the City PodcastS4EP1 - The Agony and the 'Ex'-tacy! w/Akilah Hughes (Comedian)The Boys are SO glad to be BACK with SEASON 4 and welcome their friend Akilah Hughes to get into it! They talk Carrie getting stood up for her birthday, the question of soulmates, and spot-on NYC construction worker acting.Be sure to rate The Bradshaw Boys 5 stars on iTunes and we’ll know you actually mean 5 Cosmos.Instagram: @TheBradshawBoysTwitter: @TheBradshawBoysCall us and leave a message: 917 410 1428 or record a voice note and email us - thebradshawboysnyc@gmail.comS4 E1 - Carrie thinks about men and the future whe...
2019-06-191h 08
Pod Save America"Half past a Handmaid’s Tale.” (LIVE from Brooklyn)Alabama Republicans pass the most extreme abortion ban in history, John Bolton tries to start a war with Iran, and Montana Governor Steve Bullock and New York City Mayor Bill DeBlasio round out the 23-candidate field for the Democratic nomination. Then New York Attorney General Letitia James joins Tommy, Jon, Jon, Dan, and Akilah Hughes on stage at Kings Theater in Brooklyn.Audio note: At 13:01, Jon Favreau's microphone temporarily cuts out in the discussion about the Alabama abortion law. For clarity, here is his question to Akilah: "What can people do in the meantime starting now to...
2019-05-171h 15
Says Who?FRIENDS ON THE OTHER SIDE with Akilah HughesWe're in it now. It's stupid noon and the town has gathered on the square. The gunfighters are facing off. The sheriff is holding a copy of the Muller Report. Everything is quiet, except Fartin' Joe who eats all the beans. Impeachment? Or more crimes? All crimes? Are we ceding the town to the varmints?
Oh, we could wonder about that, or we could spend a blissful hour with Akilah Hughes who was an ACTUAL DISNEY PRINCESS AND KNOWS ALL THE SECRETS OF THE KINGDOM! Guess which we do.
Guess guess guess guess guess.
2019-04-241h 10
For HirePayment Plans With The IRS & A Buzzfeed "Blood Feud" With Akilah HughesThis week, I was lucky enough to talk to Akilah Hughes, the funny, smart human that some of you might know from YouTube or Twitter or any of her various TV appearances. She was so honest about money and the nobility of asking for it—which is definitely something I struggle with—so it was awesome to hear how she psyches herself up to get the money she deserves. Other stuff we talked about:
-The importance of mentors/champions (Akilah happens to be mentored by John Green—yes, The Fault In Our Stars John Green, NBD)
-Wha...
2019-02-2600 min
The Carmen Show: Life, Money, and No ApologiesOur Diversity Is Not Your Thrill Ride: Politics, Career and Dating while Black and WokeAkilah Hughes, YouTube phenom, comedian, writer and host on HBO’s ‘Pod Save America’, spills all the tea on growing up black in Kentucky, being a Spelling Bee champion, and why today’s call-out culture means a better work culture for all. Carmen and Akilah make some shocking call-outs of their own; dish on teachers who hated them for being smart; the awkwardness of dating white guys, and why Millennials pursue happiness, not money. Rate and review this podcast on iTunes! for more wit & wisdom go to thecarmenshow.net Sign up for the newsletter and follow on s...
2018-12-0648 min
The Upgrade by LifehackerHow to Fail, With Comedians Chris Gethard and Akilah HughesIt’s our first live recording of The Upgrade, performed in front of an audience at the Bell House in Brooklyn, NY. Joining us are comedians Chris Gethard and Akilah Hughes, as well as Brittany Luse and Eric Eddings of Gimlet Media’s “The Nod.” We talk about how you can’t succeed without failure, and how to move past even the most embarrassing of screw-ups. Plus: we play a few rounds of Never Have I Ever (Upgrade-style) and a new game we’re calling “Lifehacker Saves Your Life.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https...
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Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood]Widows ft. Ayo Edebiri & Akilah HughesThis week, we are joined by comedians Akilah Hughes and Ayo Edebiri to discuss the newly released heist movie, Widows, directed by Steve McQueen and starring Viola Davis. We talk about the heist movie genre, the audience vs critical response to this film, and potential Oscar nominations. We also get into Viola Davis's history of being shafted out of awards, Daniel Kaluuya's acting chops, how much screen time was given to the men in Widows, and the importance of Chicago as the backdrop to the film. FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]: https://twitter.com/blackmenpodcast https://www...
2018-11-191h 45
The Bustle HuddleFangirls, Fandoms, & Dungeons & Dragons (feat. Akilah Hughes)Move over gatekeeping nerds, fan girls have arrived and we're here to stay. We speak to Bustle's very own Sage Young about what her daily life as a super fan is like, and Caitlin challenges the notion that she doesn't have any hobbies with her friend, comedian and writer Akilah Hughes. Also, we follow our producer Anna as she fulfills her lifelong dream of playing Dungeons & Dragons with the guidance of self-taught Dungeon Master Sara Detrik and Twenty Sided Store owner Lauren Bilanko. Join us to get an easy game plan for entering the world of Dungeons & Dragons for...
2018-07-1738 min