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Skin Deep ConversationsSeason 2: Episode 6 The Aftermath of the 2024 ElectionA deep dive into the 2024 Election. We discuss what we believe won Trump the election and the consequences of it.
2024-12-2954 minSkin Deep ConversationsSeason 2: Episode 4 Video Men Who Abuse Power in the Entertainment Industry & Politics Pt 1For too long, individuals within the entertainment industry have exploited vulnerable individuals. In light of recent headlines and rumors surrounding hip-hop mogul P. Diddy, producer James and Kittie KaBoom discuss why this happens and what can be done to stop it.2024-11-0741 minSkin Deep ConversationsSeason 2: Episode 4 Audio Only: Men who Abuse Power in the Entertainment Industry and PoliticsFor too long, individuals within the entertainment industry have exploited vulnerable individuals. In light of recent headlines and rumors surrounding the hip-hop mogul P. Diddy, producer James and Kittie KaBoom engage in a discussion of why it happens and what can be done to stop it. 2024-11-0541 minSkin Deep ConversationsSkin in the Game : kittie Kaboom's reason to voteWith Election Day approaching in less than two weeks, candidates have intensified their efforts in key swing states, engaging in interviews across various media platforms. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have sought to clarify their positions and appeal to voters. In this segment of Skin in the Game, my co-host Kittie offers a succinct analysis of who to vote for and why.2024-10-2304 minSkin Deep ConversationsSeason 2: Episode 3 The Portrayal of Black & White Superheroes in MediaOur third episode is finally out for you all to enjoy! Kittie and I had a blast making this episode, and we’re super excited to share it with you. We wanted to take a fun and different approach to this episode, and we thought it would be awesome to talk about superheroes. But we wanted to put our unique spin on it, so we decided to discuss how black and white superheroes are portrayed in the media. From the classic heroes like Superman to the newer ones like Black Panther that are popular with younger audiences, we’ll be c...2024-09-2548 minSkin Deep ConversationsSeason 2: Episode 2 Pt 2 Follow-up to Racism in the Seattle School DepartmentThe unexpected conclusion of this monumental narrative profoundly altered its trajectory, leaving Christina and her family astounded. Prepare to witness the culmination of this extraordinary event concluded…..or does it?2024-09-0632 minSkin Deep ConversationsSeason 2: Episode 1 Pt 1 Follow-up to Racism in the Seattle School DepartmentWe’re back for Season 2! In our premiere episode, we’ll follow up on our most compelling and shocking podcast about Christina Ellis’s battle with the Seattle School Department. Despite her positive outcome, the story doesn’t end there. Get ready for an even crazier next chapter!2024-08-2941 minSkin Deep ConversationsSkin in the Game: kittie KaBoom's POV on VP Kamala Harris running for PresidentJoe Biden is leaving the 2024 presidential race. Vice President Kamala Harris has stepped up and is ready to take on Trump. kittie, has something to say about it because she has some skin in the game.2024-07-2904 minSkin Deep ConversationsEP 17: Our Social Media HangoutsWe all do it......hangout on various social media platforms. kittie and I get into what "Social Media" platforms we like to engage others on, our favorite podcasts and streaming series. From X and Truth Social to Facebook, we talk about what we enjoy and dislike about the platforms and the fun we have participating on them. Join us for a light-hearted conversation about the wonders of the internet......and remember it's just skin deep.2024-03-2255 minSkin Deep ConversationsEp 16: SDC MLKGOP lawmaker Kevin McCarthy tweeted: “Critical race theory goes against everything Martin Luther King Jr. has taught us.”
In Florida’s STOP WOKE ACT in 2021, schools and businesses are prohibited from discussing race and racism in a way that white people don’t like.
Billionaire Bill Ackman was leading the charge to have Claudine Gay ousted as the President of Harvard University saying: that DEI initiatives are racist & that he is worried about reverse racism.
In response, MLK’s daughter has weighed in on some lawmaker’s OPINIONS that project their own ideas and beliefs...2024-01-2249 minSkin Deep ConversationsEP 15 Part 3 : Racism in the Seattle School DepartmentPart 3: Racism is everywhere. Despite some people’s desire to act as if it doesn’t exist or it’s over (both ridiculous claims) it is alive and thriving in almost every facet of our lives.
Part 2 of this podcast episode explores the racism that exists in the school system-specifically in Seattle, Washington where James’ homie, Christina, refused to go along to get along for the sake of her black son.
Her story is a real testimony to the strength & tenacity of a mom defending her son against the misguided & complacent system in place in Seattle, W...2024-01-2241 minSkin Deep ConversationsEp 14 SDC Part 2: Racism in the Seattle School DepartmentPart 2
Racism is everywhere. Despite some people’s desire to act as if it doesn’t exist or it’s over (both ridiculous claims) it is alive and thriving in almost every facet of our lives.
Part 2 of this podcast episode explores the racism that exists in the school system-specifically in Seattle, Washington where James’ homie, Christina, refused to go along to get along for the sake of her black son.
Her story is a real testimony to the strength & tenacity of a mom defending her son against the misguided & complacent system in place in S...2024-01-1248 minSkin Deep ConversationsEP 13 SDC Part 1: Racism in the Seattle School DepartmentPart 1
Racism is everywhere. Despite some people’s desire to act as if it doesn’t exist or it’s over (both ridiculous claims) it is alive and thriving in almost every facet of our lives.
Our latest podcast episode explores the racism that exists in the school system-specifically in Seattle, Washington where James’ homie, Christina, refused to go along to get along for the sake of her black son.
Her story is a real testimony to the strength & tenacity of a mom defending her son against the misguided & complacent system in...2024-01-0352 minSkin Deep ConversationsEP 12 SDC Ethnic FoodsThis episode is yum yum good because we’re talking food! Soul food, Mexican food, Irish food, Indian food. We’re talking all things delicious and how different ethnicities celebrate the same ingredients with their own unique and SPECIAL preparation and then the execution to make it their own! I’m a huge “foodie” and James actually studied the art of cooking, so we’re ALL IN on this light & really fun discussion. Join us for a mouth watering discussion on SKIN DEEP CONVERSATIONS.2023-09-231h 00Skin Deep ConversationsSkin in the Game "kittie KABoom " Bali Bound We are trying out a new thing here at Skin Deep Conversations. We're creating a new segment for the podcast called "Skin in the Game. The segments will sometimes be part of the overall larger conversation within a podcast; at other times, it will be a stand-alone short episode. It will allow me, Kittie, or our guests, to speak about things we are passionate about or situations that affecting our lives, as to say we have SKIN IN THE GAME.
First up is my co-host kittie KABoom "Bali Bound"
2023-08-2320 minSkin Deep ConversationsEP 10 SDC StereotypesWe all do it…make assumptions about who people are and how they behave based on preconceived assumptions or STEREOTYPES. We’re doing something a little different this week by collaborating with Marcus Adams & Barron Shorte from Parking Level 3 on the topic of stereotypes. This is a really good one y’all-with tons of theories getting debunked, strong opinions & hilarious references to the “WHITE PASS.” You gotta listen & laugh with us to find out what that reference is and maybe, juuuust maybe you’ll learn as we did- that your experience with a group or race of people is not the only e...2023-08-011h 56Skin Deep ConversationsEP 9 SDC Black and Minority Trump SupportersThis week we are doing a deep dive into Trump’s appeal within the POC and People of the Global Majority community. How are these marginalized groups swayed by President Trump and his disingenuous rhetoric? What is the WIN for them as individuals and within the often discriminated group they belong to? Let’s try to put our GRACE hats on and have a discussion about 45 and what appeals to these folks.
2023-07-1443 minSkin Deep ConversationsEP 8 SDC Juneteenth 2023We OUTSIIIIIIDE yall! Welcome to another episode of Skin Deep Conversations with Producer James and kittie KaBoom. We decided to take a field trip for the “BLACKEST” holiday there is in this country-JUNETEENTH! We went to Leimert Park in the Crenshaw district of Los Angeles and it was LITTY as expected. We saw, we ate, and we asked questions. We were able to get some great interviews from black people about the significance of Juneteenth and some comedic relief about cultural “insider stuff” that gave James tons of insight and provided kittie with some much needed melanin re-up. Join us as we sh...2023-06-2239 minSkin Deep ConversationsEP 7 SDC PassingThis week James and kittie explore what living in shrouded secrecy looks like as it relates to your skin color-LITERALLY! White people disguising themselves as black and even more prevalently, Black people “passing” as white has always been a “thing.” As more and more people are being outed and/or are coming clean, the world wants to know WHY. This episode explores the motivation, the process and the repercussions behind this huge decision.2023-06-091h 17Skin Deep ConversationsEP 6 SDC TikTok & HBCUThese days, almost everyone has at least one social media account. Despite some creatives being able to protect their art, their spoken word, their songs/singing, and dance routines when they post, TikTok has specifically been under fire for not only allowing white people to repost black people's art (primarily dances) as their own but have even gone as far as to delete the original black creative's accounts altogether. Mostly, teenagers, many white kids have become millionaires with endorsement deals, and reality shows that allow them to live in a house together and post stolen content. In contrast, black k...2023-05-041h 11Skin Deep ConversationsEP 5 SDC Fat ShamingEP 5. Fat Shaming
Hosts Producer James, and kittie KaBoom unpack the selective outrage of society as it relates to fat/big people, but with the specific focus on how people shame and bully fat/big people of color; especially black people. The primary focus is the performer, Lizzo, but the discussion includes many examples of how white people that are fat receive a very different reception than their black counterparts.
LET’S GET INTO IT!2023-04-1035 minSkin Deep ConversationsEP 4 SDC Reality Casting with Renowned Casting Producer Mimi VengoecheaEP 4 Reality Casting
In this episode James and kittie are talking to their guest, Casting Producer Mimi Vengoechea on the topic of Reality show casting and how Hollywood approaches, casts and determines who is cast in what role for what PURPOSE. Code terms, Black as a description for a show…we get into all of the stereotypes and unspoken typecasting within the entertainment industry.
LET’S GET INTO IT!2023-03-1641 minSkin Deep ConversationsEP 3 SDC Producer Carl JonesToday's podcast is all about being black and talented in the world of animation. Our guest, Carl Jones is a multi-hyphenate in television primarily with animation, toys, a production company, NFT's and soooo much more. I'm proud to call this brother a friend and somewhat of a colleague in the competitive niche of Voice Over. Y'all please come get into it while we dissect what it means to be a Black creative in the world of Animation. The challenges, the humble beginnings, the wins and the pitfalls all make for a great podcast, so stop reading and start listening to: TALK...2023-03-161h 12Skin Deep ConversationsEP 2 SDC The Joys of CannabisEP 2. The Joys of Cannabis
This episode has two guests; Syeeda, Manager at Budega in North Hollywood, CA and Lauren, Co-owner of The Artist Tree in West Hollywood, CA. Both of these brick and mortar dispensaries are flourishing in their own right, but the struggles to get licensed, marketing, follow strict guidelines etc. are very different for these women as Lauren is white and Syeeda is black. Especially with the long history of disproportionate arrests as it relates to cannabis, we are discussing what being a woman, as well as a woman of color in a male dominated industry that...2023-03-021h 07Skin Deep ConversationsEP 1 SDC ReligionEP 1 Religion
James is an Atheist and kittie is a Baptist Christian and they’re genuine friends. The topic of religion has come up within their conversations many times, but have respectively given each other space to be their most authentic selves. What does the discussion sound like when they stop being polite and start unpacking what it means to have faith, and believe in God, The Universe, Allah, Buddah OR having no belief at all…
LET’S GET INTO IT!2023-03-0238 min