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The Black ProgressiveHouse of the Dragon | Season 1 Episode 10 | The Black Queen ReviewWe are no longer on the brink of war. The Hightowers were already asking (and demanding in some cases) that #teamblack bend the knee (have they met Daemon?). Now add to that, that Aemond has killed Lucerys. We fully expect for season 2 to open with a lot of dragon fire.
2022-11-1123 min
The Black ProgressiveHouse of the Dragon | The Green Council | Season 1 Episode 9 ReviewShould Rhaenys have let the Greens be? Why did she not end this whole thing with dragon fire? Dani makes the case for why it was in Rhaenys' best interest to let them be. Quandra on the other hand says to never pull your "tool" out and not use it. It only places a target on your back. Let us know on social media via #theblkprog what you would have done.
2022-10-2124 min
The Black ProgressiveHouse of the Dragon | The Lord of the Tides | Season 1 Episode 8 ReviewViserys had a praying grandmother, didn't he?! He fought long and hard but ultimately succumbed to his illness BUT not before he mistakes Alicent for Rhaenyra and tells Alicent that her son is the prince who was promised! We also see the subtle takeover of Alicent's faith at King's Landing. Is she really a believer or is she fronting to attract people to her side since she knows public opinion is almost as powerful as an army and dragons?
2022-10-1329 min
The Black ProgressiveHouse of the Dragon | Eye for An Eye | Season 1 Episode 7 ReviewThis week's episode draws us closer to the Dance of the Dragons! Alicent has called for retribution (via an eye) from Rhaenyra's son, Lucerys, after he slashed Aemond's eye in self-defense. Who has the resources to win the battle though? Dani makes a strong case for why team green will come out on top.
2022-10-0820 min
The Black ProgressiveHouse of the Dragon | The Princess & The Queen | Season 1 Episode 6 ReviewRhaenyra's secret is out and Alicent is holding it over Rhaenyra's head despite Rhaenyra's truce offer. Daemon has seemingly said good-bye to petty politics and wants to stay put but his wife, Laena (who died on her terms), yearns to return home. (Spoiler Alert) How are we going to get to the "Dance of the Dragons" if no one cares to fight over the throne? Who or what is going to bring it about?
2022-10-0223 min
The Black ProgressiveHouse of the Dragon | We Light the Way | Season 1 Episode 5 ReviewDani says it was bad timing on Joffery's behalf. Quandra believes telling Criston about Laenor's sexuality wasn't even necessary at all! Either way, Criston could use some serious therapy before he unalives someone else.
2022-09-2724 min
The Black ProgressiveHouse of the Dragon | King of the Narrow Sea | Season 1 Episode 4 ReviewIn true manosphere fashion Daemon reminds us that marriage, for men in positions of power, is a political arrangement but Rhaenyra claps back and reinforces the point that marriage is also a death sentence for women. Dani beautifully explains why the male identified women in this series proudly offer their wombs as tribute despite it being against their best interest.
2022-09-2727 min
The Black ProgressiveHouse of the Dragon | Second of His Name | Season 1 Episode 3 ReviewAfter not much consideration (she was 12 for God sake!) Viserys names his choice for his next wife. The decision grants Hightower's wish and makes Rhaenyra feel betrayed (2x). Daemon makes a name for himself in the Step Stones.
2022-09-2517 min
The Black ProgressiveIs Tech The New Career Savior?Whether tech companies invest in racially inclusive initiatives for their business or not, increasing the representation and participation of Black people in the Tech industry is good for business. But can it close the racial wealth gap for Black communities? Tune in as Dani and Quandra dissect social media trends showcasing #BlacksInTech and whether these new career opportunities are bringing about economic justice for Black communities.
2022-04-1247 minThe Black ProgressiveChristian NationalismIn this revelatory talk, we explore the not-so-humble beginnings of Christian nationalism in the U.S and how this political ideology distorts both the Christian faith and America's democracy.
2021-10-1053 min
The Black ProgressiveThe Devil's Lettuce: Virginia Legalizes Mary JaneVirginia leads the dirty South as the first State in the region to legalize cannabis for medical and recreational use, but are the legal nuances worth risking it all? Dani discusses the history and racialization of marijuana use, while Quandra shares investment tips in the cannabis industry. Tune in for a HIGH-spirited episode!
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Show Notes (hyperlinked below)
- Map of Marijuana Legality by State (DISA)
- Virginia marijuana legalization timetable has many confused (AP)
2021-08-1936 minThe Black ProgressiveGreenwood Digital Bank: Black-Owned BankingQuandra and Dani bring in the New Year with a conversation on banking while Black, and some of the hurdles the underbanked population faces when navigating finances. Later in the show they rave over Killer Mike and his co-founders’ new majority Black + Latino-owned digital FinTech creation, Greenwood Digital Bank, slated to open its login portals in January 2021.
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2021-01-0636 min
The Black ProgressiveMeet The HostsWhat gets you out of character? What is the hardest part about podcasting? If you were left on a deserted island with either your worst enemy or no one, which would you choose? Why? The answers may surprise you but the goal with these fun icebreaker question is to get to know more about Dani's and Quandra's personality outside of hosting The Black Progressive.
2020-12-1546 min
The Black ProgressiveChristian PrivilegeIs it ever okay for a person of any faith to use their religious beliefs to endanger another person's life? What happens when the law sides with the person of faith? What's up with the whitewashed, westernized Christianity anyway? Dani and Quandra do not mince words when discussing all the ways Christian Privilege (yes, it's a thing) marginalizes non-Christians, exposes the Democrats' self-righteous indignation, and has the GOP losing their rabbit @ss minds trying to hold on to power.
2020-12-1447 minThe Black ProgressiveBiden Won, Now What?Dani and Quandra dissect party flaws (Nancy + Kente Cloth def made the cut), Quandra ponders running for office in a bible belt state, and the pair shares a host of ways YOU can help GA turn the Senate blue!
2020-12-0533 min