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Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastAntwone FisherJoined by special guest Dr. Jessica McFadzean, we diagnose the film Antwone Fisher. We learn that trauma is the military baseline and so much more!
2024-04-261h 06Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastCrooklynOk, but who really killed Queenie? & Should we be concerned?
2024-04-1247 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastBlack Belt JonesIt was all Pop fault. This episode we diagnose Black Belt Jones and learn how gambling addiction can impact entire communities. Contact the National Problem Gambling Helpline (1-800-GAMBLER) to be connected with gambling resources in your state.
2024-03-2948 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastTraining DayThis episode we diagnose Training Day. A terrible first day at work.
2024-03-1547 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastWhite ChicksExsqueeze me. The episode we diagnose another Wayans film, white chicks.
2024-03-0159 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastHow HighGet high scores. This episode we diagnose the Red & Meth harvard educated film How High.
2024-02-161h 14Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastPaid in FullIt is our 3 year anniversary!!! We celebrate by diagnosing the film Paid in Full.
RIP Ron Cephas Jones .....But not uncle ice.
2023-08-261h 01Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastSteve Harvey ShowRomeo & Bullethead finally graduated!!
2023-08-121h 07Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastA Low Down Dirty ShameThis episode we diagnose the film A Low Down Dirty Shame and discuss the importance of professional help.
2023-07-011h 06Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastPurple RainThis episode we diagnose Purple Rain. Great music, destructive relationships. If you or someone else is experiencing domestic violence, call 1-800-799-7233.
2023-06-171h 16Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastI’m gonna git you suckaThis episode we diagnose another Wayan's classic I'm gonna git you sucka. RIP Jim Brown.
2023-05-271h 04Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastHustle & FlowWe are joined by two very special guests, Nick and Joseph from Fish Jelly Podcast, to diagnose Hustle & Flow. We discuss all the pimping, hoeing, trapping, stripping, and music making happing in this lovely chosen family.
2023-05-131h 20Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastThe MackGoldie, Goldie, Goldie! This episode we get into some gangsta shit and diagnose the film The Mack. This is the first episode we ever recorded in person together in the same room sharing a mic! Our social media folks had an earlier view of this episode so make sure to follow us on IG @thedsmpocast.
2023-04-291h 00Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastSuperflyFreddy's dead. This episode we diagnose Superfly. Kicking off our short series of episodes on playas. We get into the fashions, the music, the game, and we also blush from the best love scenes ever recorded on film.
2023-04-151h 03Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastBlankmanThis episode we diagnose Blankman. The neighborhood hero we needed. Damn same Other Guy got shot for the city and all he got was a Tshirt. J5 gave his life.
2023-04-0157 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastSmart GuyThis episode we diagnose Smart Guy. This was the family Disney needed. We also pitch a Marcus & Mo spinoff.
2023-03-1856 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastSouth CentralDeuce Deuce. This episode we diagnose the film South Central, not to be confused with the short lived sitcom South Central. We follow OG Bobby Johnson journey to get back "his son" and explain why smack man had to go.
2023-02-251h 13Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastNew Jack CityThis episode we are joined by special guest Jessica Love Jordan to diagnose New Jack City. We recognized that we were crack era babies, and agree that Chris Rock has got to stop letting people walk up on him.
2023-02-111h 12Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastNutty ProfessorHercules, Hercules, Hercules. Sherman was working in a toxic environment and we want better for him. This episode we diagnose Nutty Professor as we return from our winter hiatus.
2023-01-2853 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastJason’s LyricTrauma, Trauma, Trauma. We head down to the wards this episode to diagnose the film Jason's Lyric. The child actors in this film deserve all of their things.
2022-12-0356 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastSoul FoodJust in time for Thanksgiving. This episode we diagnose the whole family from Soul Food using ACOA roles and Adlerian birth order. The movie may be narrated by Ahmad, but we all know what the family did with Terri's husband.
2022-11-181h 07Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastThe WoodThis episode we diagnose The Wood, using attachment theory. We also give Stacey the proper respect he deserves.
2022-11-0554 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastVampire in BrooklynJust in time for halloween, this episode we diagnose Vampire in Brooklyn. Dr. Rosei B discovers her ideal career path through Dr. Zeiko. While we are left with more questions than answers, we learn the accent lives in the ring.
2022-10-2259 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastKenan & KelAhhhhh here it goes. This episode we diagnose Kenan & Kel. A special RIP to Coolio on the theme song.
2022-10-0859 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastMartinDamn Gina! Its our 2 yr anniversary and we celebrated with our first live episode.
2022-09-1657 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastPlayers ClubThis episode we diagnose what has got to be the worst month of Diamond's life, in the film Players Club. Be sure to tip your dancers because they have to tip everyone else!
2022-07-3048 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastBoomerangFirst the fat boys break up....
This episode we diagnose the film Boomerang. Dr. Rosei B also recognizes she has a crush on Eddie Murphy after being caught in Maarrrrrrrrrcus's allure from the film.
2022-07-081h 04Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastThe Last DragonThis episode we diagnose the cult classic Berry Gordy's The Last Dragon. We give Richie his well deserved flowers for being the best prodigy actor ever and speculate on why Sho'nuff needed football pads to complete his ensemble.
2022-06-241h 13Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastLove & BasketballThis episode we diagnose the highly requested Love & Basketball. We make up a new diagnosis for Quincy's daddy, the allstate man.
2022-06-101h 07Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastJamie FoxxWe are checking in to the King's tower and diagnosing The Jamie Foxx show. This series had everything! And the music!! ***chef's kiss
2022-05-201h 03Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastComing to AmericaCan we just relocate to Zamunda? This episode we diagnose the comedy classic Coming to America. But for some reason Dr. Rosei B can not say Soul Glo.
2022-04-291h 05Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastLove JonesCan I be yo slave? This episode we diagnose Love jones. We also ask the question, do you want the drawls or do you want a partner?
2022-03-2528 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastDon’t Be a Menace in South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the HoodThe longest title ever; this episode we diagnose Don't be a menace to south central while drinking your juice in the hood. We would never take advice from ashtray's dad, but we thought about it for a second.
2022-03-0450 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastLIFE.This episode we diagnose the comedy classic LIFE. We also explore the theory that Ray Gibson is really Quick from Harlem Nights long lost brother.
2022-02-1858 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastA Thin Line Between Love and HateWe are joined by special guest Dr. Antwan Player to diagnose the film A Thin Line Between Love and Hate. We revisit a life lesson of when people tell you who they are, it is your choice to listen. But the question remains, was bobby a good friend?
2022-02-041h 21Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastB.A.P.S.Living large and taking charge big boi! In our first episode of 2022, we diagnose the comedy B.A.P.S. We also unearth a possible beef between Chicago and Atlanta???
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2022-01-2152 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastFriday After NextWas Ricky Smiley Santa really just the Ghetto Grinch? Either way, we diagnose him and the rest of the characters in this definite Christmas classic Friday After Next.
2021-12-2152 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastFresh PrinceChillin' out, maxin', relaxin' all cool, and diagnosing Fresh Prince of bel air. This classic sitcom had lots of layers, and we never really find out what Will is doing with his life. But what we did learn, was that if Jazz was wearing that one shirt, he was getting thrown out.
2021-11-191h 12Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastCarmen JonesWe are joined by special guest Dr. Vernita Perkins, while we diagnose the classic 1954 all Black cast Carmen Jones. Not to be confused with the hip hopera. We explore the super toxic relationships, and celebrate the black excellence in this film.
2021-11-051h 25Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastBoondocksThis episode we diagnose the characters from the ground breaking animated series The Boondocks, or at least tried to in between laughing hysterically. But how white was Woodcrest that Grandad's only village for raising Huey and Riley were Tom and Uncle Ruckus?
2021-10-2257 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastMajor PayneThis episode we diagnose Major Payne. We try to figure out why the state of Veteran Affairs is so trash, why a trained assassin was put in charge of a group of kids, and why this school never had any classes. But most importantly we laugh at this hilarious movie that is another Wayans Brothers classic.
2021-10-081h 08Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastCandymanThis episode we diagnose the OG Candyman (ghetto Freddy Krueger). Trevor deserved everything he got, but what happened to Jake? But be sure to go watch the new film also.
2021-09-2455 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastMenace II SocietyThis episode we diagnose the characters from Menace II Society. We also introduce made up diagnoses of bitchassedness and hustlitus, while debating whether this film was a comedy.
2021-09-101h 01Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastEve's BayouIts our one year anniversary episode!! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. During this episode, we diagnose Eve's Bayou. But we still don't REALLY know EXACTLY what happened.
2021-08-271h 02Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastBebe's KidsWe Don't Die, We Multiply! This episode we are joined by special guest Jamie Johnson as we diagnose the animated classic Bebe's Kids. We conceptualize each of the characters and try our best to explain, where was Bebe?
2021-08-131h 07Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastColor PurpleWe wade through the trauma experiences while diagnosing and finding some fleeting moments of funny in the movie The Color Purple. Was Miss Celie running a day care, where did all those kids come from?
2021-07-301h 09Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastHarlem NightsWe had so much fun with our very special guest Asha Dickerson diagnosing the film Harlem Nights. We analyzed the characters from this film and came to the sturdy conclusion that one must to love the Lord to be an honest ho.
2021-07-161h 03Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastGood BurgerWelcome to Good Burger.... This episode we diagnose the genius that is Good Burger.
2021-07-0248 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastAbove the RimHappy Birthday Tupac. We diagnose the characters in Above the Rim this episode, and ask the question, why did Shepard keep his thermal on?
2021-06-1857 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastPoetic JusticeWe are joined by special guest Rafaella Fiallo, diagnosing Poetic Justice. We agreed that this should not be considered a love story, but a relating story. Most importantly, keep your nails clean and set high standards.
2021-06-041h 23Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastBellyRIP DMX the Great. We honor DMX by exploring his first movie role BELLY. We have never disagreed more than we did on this film. But still, we diagnose the characters from this iconic film.
2021-05-2159 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastWayans BrosWe're happy, and we're singing, and we're colored.... Shawn, Marlon, and Pops gave us a lot to explore as we diagnosed the hilarious sitcom the Wayans Bros. Bang, bang, bang.
2021-05-081h 04Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies Podcast5 HeartbeatsA heart is a house for love, and we diagnose the whole house as we discuss the characters in the classic 5 Heartbeats. We are joined by special guest Raphael Bosley to conceptualize the film that solidified Dr. Rosei B and Courtney Cope's friendship.
2021-04-231h 21Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastCinderellaIt's Possible! We jump into Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella to diagnose and conceptualize the characters of this this film, we affectionately refer to as the Black Cinderella.
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2021-04-0957 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastFamily MattersWith our guest Dr. Katy Leigh-Osroosh, we analyze and diagnose Steve Urkel and the Winslow Family from the long running sitcom Family Matters. As days go by, we learn that stalking is okay if it is funny. jk
2021-03-261h 33Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastThe WizHe is the Wiz and he lives in OZ. This episode is all about the classic film the Wiz. We are excited to finally able to give Toto the recognition he rightfully deserves.
2021-03-121h 01Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastLiving SingleTrue Blue and tight like glue. This episode we conceptualize the iconic sitcom Living Single. I don't know about you but in a 90s kinda world, I'm glad I got my girls.
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2021-02-261h 00Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastTwo Can Play That GameThis episode is all about the film Two Can Play That Game. This movie had lots of relationship dynamics for us to explore. Did you know what a church hug was before this movie?
2021-02-121h 09Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastBoyz N the HoodThis episode we diagnose the characters and situations from the classic movie Boyz N the Hood. Why did Ricky make so many bad decisions?
2021-01-291h 25Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastProud FamilyOur first episode of 2021! Also, our first episode about an animated series. We jump into the proud family and discuss their family dynamics as well as individual characters. Rap snacks should make a proud snack line too.
2021-01-151h 16Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastBest Man HolidayOur First Christmas Episode! Everyone loves a good Christmas movie, so we discuss & diagnose Best Man Holiday in this episode. This Rom-Com-Dram had lots of characters and even more layers to dig into. This also our last episode of 2020, so we will catch y'all next year.
2020-12-181h 25Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastSet It OffThis episode we analyze the characters and situations from the movie Set It Off. Be sure to handle your weapons responsibly. We also take a beat to just appreciate all that is Cleo's death scene.
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2020-12-041h 32Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastMoeshaMo to the, E to the.... This episode we jump into the television series Moesha and diagnose the Mitchell family; and of course analyze Frank's hair.
2020-11-131h 08Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastBlack PantherOur listeners spoke and of course we listened to y'all (because we are counselors). This episode we are honoring the legacy of Chadwick Boseman. We discuss the movie Black Panther. After, before, or while listening to this episode be sure to vote and learn your local politics.
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2020-10-301h 15Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastThe TemptationsThis episode we explore and diagnose the characters and situations from the made for TV miniseries The Temptations. We want to make a special mention that we are diagnosing the characters as they were portrayed within the series and we are not diagnosing the actual real life people that this story was based on.
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2020-10-161h 25Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastHouse PartyThis episode we discuss the movie House Party. It was difficult to talk about this movie without dancing, but still lots of fun.
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2020-10-021h 07Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastInsecureThis episode we explore and diagnose the show Insecure. We also welcome our very first guest Jovan Shumpert.
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2020-09-181h 12Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastJuiceWe explore the characters and situations from the movie Juice. The characters were so layered in this film it gave us a lot to look at.
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2020-09-041h 28Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastMo MoneyThis episode we analyze the Movie Mo Money, diagnosing characters, and appreciating their strengths. We laughed a lot during this episode because this movie is hilarious to us.
2020-08-1253 minDiagnosing Sitcoms & Movies PodcastDSM Podcast TrailerWelcome to Diagnosing Sitcoms & Movies! Learn more about the show and your hosts Courtney & Dr. B.
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