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The Culture GardenThe Clark Sisters: First Ladies of GospelWelcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! In this episode, Kieron and Rachel close out Black Music Month with a deep dive into Lifetime's biopic The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel. They explore the groundbreaking legacy of Dr. Mattie Moss-Clark and her daughters, whose voices and vision forever transformed the gospel music landscape.From the group's iconic harmonies to their cultural impact, this conversation celebrates Black artistry, resilience, and faith. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering their story, this episode is a tribute to a family that redefined a genre.2025-06-271h 04
The Culture GardenCadillac RecordsWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, Kieron and Rachel are celebrating Black Music Month by diving into the 2008 film Cadillac Records.Join us as we break down the all-star cast, explore the real-life inspirations behind the characters, and discuss how this iconic music came to life on screen. From Beyoncé’s best performance with her portrayal of Etta James to the legacy of the artists on Chess Records, we’re talking about all the things that make this movie a standout favorite.Tune in for...2025-06-121h 41
The Culture GardenDeja VuWelcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, Rachel and Kieron head back to 2006 and dive into the Denzel Washington-led thriller Déjà Vu. Ironically, the conversation kicks off with a real sense of déjà vu — both hosts recall loving this movie way more than they do now. It’s not bad, just… slower than they remembered.In this episode, we explore the film’s take on time travel, the emotional and historical significance of it being the first major movie filmed in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, and why the writers of Déjà Vu p...2025-05-151h 06
The Culture GardenA Conversation about "Sinners"Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, Kieron and Rachel are stepping away from the usual format for a special freestyle conversation on the newly released film Sinners.Join them as they dive deep into the film’s powerhouse ensemble performances and unpack rich themes like the Great Migration, the legacy of the Black Church, and the cultural weight carried by each scene. It’s an honest, free-flowing dialogue that shines a light on the art, history, and emotion behind the story.Thanks for tuning in—don’t forget...2025-05-081h 50
The Culture GardenMy Blue HeavenWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week is a personal and heartfelt one, as Kieron takes time to honor his father ahead of the anniversary of his passing. He opens up about his dad’s lasting legacy, his deep love for cinema, and how revisiting some of his father’s favorite films helps him navigate the grief that this season brings.Alongside Skool, the duo dives into the 1990 comedy My Blue Heaven, unpacking Steve Martin’s hilarious and underrated performance, showing love to the iconic Rick Moranis, and exploring this f...2025-04-171h 42
The Culture GardenMen of HonorWelcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! In this episode, Kieron and Rachel dive into the 2000 film Men of Honor, which chronicles the remarkable journey of Carl Brashear as he strives to become the first African American U.S. Navy Master Diver. Rachel offers a deep dive into the historical context of the time period, shedding light on the intense struggles Carl faced in an environment that wasn't exactly welcoming to someone of his background. The duo discusses Carl's unrelenting determination to achieve his dream despite overwhelming odds, praises the standout performances in the film, and unpacks why it's...2025-03-271h 41
The Culture GardenAbout Last NightWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Rachel and Kieron are continuing Romance Month with a special Valentine’s Day episode, diving into the 2014 film About Last Night. Join them as they explore the film’s origins and its adaptation from the 1986 classic, uncover what makes it so easy to watch and relatable, and Kieron raises an intriguing question about the racial dynamics of remaking films: Has a black film ever been remade with a white cast? They'll touch on these topics and much more in this fun and thoughtful conversation.As a...2025-02-142h 00
The Culture GardenShe Taught LoveWelcome back to a brand new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Kieron and Rachel are diving into the 3rd Annual Romance Month, and this time they're tackling the 2024 indie film She Taught Love. Right off the bat, the two hosts have different takes, with Rachel not exactly sold on Frank's charm or his ability to win over Mali. Along the way, they explore themes like the portrayal of black love and the importance of happy endings for black characters on screen. Tune in for an engaging discussion full of differing opinions, a little friendly banter, and plenty of...2025-02-061h 13
The Culture GardenPrideWelcome back to a brand new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, Kieron and Rachel dive into the 2007 film Pride, a story about unlikely allies, activism, and solidarity. Rachel is less than pleased with Kieron’s lukewarm take on the film, sparking a lively debate that takes them deep into themes of history, culture, and personal perspective.
In this episode, they explore the significant history behind pool draining and segregation, and how these events shaped the fight for equality. The duo also discusses the power of being part of a team, the de...2025-01-091h 43
The Gridiron JungleWeek 16 vs Browns & Hard KnocksWelcome back to another episode of Gridiron Jungle, your go-to Bengals podcast with your two favorite fans, Kieron and Phil! In today’s episode, the fellas dive into the Bengals' season sweep of the Cleveland Browns, breaking down what worked, what impressed, and what to expect moving forward. They also touch on some fun moments from Hard Knocks, and look ahead to the Bengals’ playoff path, including a crucial Saturday showdown with the Denver Broncos. With the holiday season in full swing, the guys send their well wishes to all listeners and promise to be back next week to clos...2024-12-2538 min
The Culture GardenBad SantaWelcome back to a new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, Kieron and Rachel are joined by Podcast OG and the host of The Frequency Podcast, Portia Renee, for a hilarious deep dive into the 2003 cult classic Bad Santa.
Together, the trio discusses the near-misses in casting, their first experiences with the film, and whether or not Bad Santa deserves its place in the pantheon of Christmas classics. From unforgettable performances to its dark, twisted humor, this episode covers it all—plus much more!
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The Culture GardenAlmost ChristmasWelcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! The holiday cheer continues as Kieron and Rachel dive into the 2016 film Almost Christmas. In this episode, the duo explores how this movie mirrors the 2007 classic This Christmas, Mo'Nique’s unforgettable return to the big screen, and why the film didn’t quite land for Kieron despite its potential. From memorable performances to missed opportunities, they break down what works, what doesn’t, and why Almost Christmas remains a holiday film with a lot to unpack.
As always, we’re grateful for your support—don’t forget to like, sub...2024-12-131h 35
The Gridiron JungleWeek 14 @ Cowboys & Hard KnocksWelcome back to Gridiron Jungle, your go-to podcast for all things Bengals! Hosts Phil and Kieron are here to celebrate a much-needed victory as the Bengals come out on top in a thrilling Monday Night Football matchup against the Cowboys. The guys break down the game, highlight key moments, and discuss what this win means for the team moving forward.They also dive into the latest episode of Hard Knocks, giving their take on the behind-the-scenes drama and what it reveals about the team's dynamics. Plus, after receiving plenty of love from the comment section, Phil and Kieron tackle...2024-12-1149 min
The Culture GardenYou've Got MailWelcome back to a new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, we’re diving into the 1998 romantic comedy You’ve Got Mail, the ultimate blend of romance, technology, and '90s charm. Kieron and Rachel will unpack Nora Ephron's legendary contributions to the rom-com genre, including her work on You’ve Got Mail—which sits comfortably alongside some of the best rom-coms of all time.
In this episode, we’ll take a stroll down memory lane to revisit the AOL chatroom days, where instant messaging and screen names ruled our digital lives. Plus, we’l...2024-12-051h 41
The Gridiron JungleWeek 13 vs Steelers & Hard KnocksWelcome back to The Gridiron Jungle, the podcast for die-hard Bengals fans, hosted by Phil and Kieron! This week, the guys break down another frustrating loss—this time at the hands of the Pittsburgh Steelers. They also dive into the AFC North Hard Knocks premiere, sharing their favorite moments and what they hope to see in the final five weeks of the regular season. Hang in there, Bengals Nation; it can only go up from here. Who Dey!
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The Culture GardenSchool DazeWelcome back to a brand-new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, we're diving deep into the iconic Spike Lee film School Daze, with over two hours of discussion that you won’t want to miss. As you're traveling for the holiday, kick back and join Kieron and Rachel as they take a trip down memory lane, sharing some of their own college stories, experiences with Greek life, and reflections on the university culture.
The duo also explore the themes of School Daze—from classism and colorism to the clash between local residents and...2024-11-272h 13
The Gridiron JungleWeek 11 Bengals @ Chargers: What Now?Welcome back Gridiron Jungle hosted by your two favorite Bengals fans, Phil and Kieron. Another week, another heartbreaking loss. The fellas will try to figure out what's next. Hang in there Bengals fans. Who Dey!
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The Gridiron JungleWeek 10 @ RavensWelcome back to The Gridiron Jungle, hosted by your two favorite Bengals fans, Phil and Kieron! This week, the guys dive into the highs and lows of the recent Thursday night matchup against the Ravens. They celebrate the historic connection between Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase, but also vent their frustrations with the outcome. With a crucial game against the Chargers ahead, Phil and Kieron discuss the importance of moving past the Ravens loss and how this next matchup could set the tone for the rest of the season. Thanks for tuning in, and as always, please like, su...2024-11-1233 min
The Culture GardenBonus Episode: The Lion King presented by Childish GrownupsBefore we hit the big milestone of Episode 100, we wanted to take a moment to introduce you to a fantastic new podcast brought to you by the Culture Garden Family: Childish Grownups! Hosted by Maurice, Ash, and Mia, this podcast takes a nostalgic look at the films we grew up with—revisiting them through the lens of adulthood. In their debut episode, they dive into the iconic The Lion King, unpacking its themes, moments, and legacy from an adult perspective.
We’re excited to share this first episode with you on our feed, and we encourage you to s...2024-11-081h 44
The Gridiron JungleWeek 8 Recap vs Philadelphia EaglesWelcome back to The Gridiron Jungle, hosted by your two favorite Bengals fans, Phil and Kieron! The mood is somber this week as we break down a tough loss, with the Bengals falling to the Eagles, 37-17. We’ll dive into the disappointing showing on both sides of the ball, Kieron’s big realization that might make the rest of the season a little easier to handle, and where this team goes from here. As always, we’re grateful for your support. Hang in there, folks—it’s tough, but we’ll forever bleed orange and black. Who Dey!
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The Gridiron JungleWeek 8 Preview vs Eagles ft. MarioWelcome back to a new episode of The Gridiron Jungle with your two favorite Bengals fans, Phil and Kieron! This week, we’re dropping a special bonus episode to preview the big matchup with the Eagles, and there’s no better person to break it down with than Eagles super fan and co-host of Tunnel Vision Podcast, Mario. We’ll dive into key matchups, discuss what each team needs to do to secure a win, make our final score predictions, and much more. Thanks for tuning in, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share. Hope to see you at t...2024-10-2558 min
The Culture GardenThe High NoteWelcome back to a new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Kieron and Rachel are back to dive into the 2020 film The High Note. They talk about how the Covid-19 pandemic caused the film to fly under the radar, and explore the confusion around its genre—was it a rom-com, a drama, or something else entirely? They also highlight the incredible performances, with a special focus on Kelvin Harrison Jr., and much more. As always, we appreciate your support, so please remember to subscribe, share, and comment. Thanks for tuning in—y’all be cool how y’all be cool!2024-10-241h 27
The Gridiron JungleWeek 7: Bengals Take Over the Dawg PoundWelcome to a new episode of The Gridiron Jungle, hosted by your two favorite Bengals fans, Phil and Kieron. The road trips continue! Last week, the duo witnessed a Bengals victory in MetLife Stadium, so it’s only right they travel to Cleveland to see the Bengals claim their first win at First Energy Stadium since 2017. The fellas break down Chuck Sizzle’s electrifying opening kickoff return, Browns fans cheering for injuries, the offense’s need to capitalize on possessions, and the team’s attitude heading into the White Out game.
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The Gridiron JungleWeek 6: Big Apple BengalsWelcome back to a new episode of The Gridiron Jungle, hosted by your two favorite Bengals fans, Phil and Kieron. This week, the fellas recap their trip to MetLife Stadium, where they witnessed the Bengals snag their second victory of the season. They’ll break down the trip highlights, discuss the gritty nature of the win, give credit to the defense for their best performance of the year, and share their travel plans for Cleveland ahead of Sunday’s game. Thanks as always for tuning in! Be sure to like, subscribe, share, and comment. Who Dey!
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The Culture Garden21 BridgesWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, Kieron and Rachel will be breaking down Chadwick Boseman’s last theatrical release, 21 Bridges. The two will dive into the film’s anonymity, why it’s the perfect plane movie, and how it stacks up to The Negotiator. They’ll also touch on the things that stood out (for better or worse) and much more. Thank you, as always, for your support—we couldn’t do this without you. Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and drop a comment. Y’all be cool how y’all be cool!
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The Gridiron JungleWeek 5: Bengals vs RavensWelcome back to a new episode of The Gridiron Jungle, hosted by your two favorite Bengals fans, Phil and Kieron. This week, there’s no sugarcoating it—another tough loss, this time to divisional rivals, the Baltimore Ravens, leaves the Bengals at an unexpected 1-4. Phil and Kieron dive into their frustrations with head coach Zac Taylor and debate whether this team still has the potential to turn things around. Plus, the guys share their excitement about their upcoming trip to NYC for Sunday Night Football as the Bengals face the Giants. Tune in for all the latest, even in a...2024-10-081h 03
The Culture GardenThe BlackeningWelcome back to a new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Good news! Kieron and Rachel are back after an extended break, and a new episode from the duo was long overdue. This week, they’ll break down the 2023 horror/comedy, The Blackening. The discussion will center around their first experiences with the film, Ray and Rich seeing themselves and their friend group taking a reunion trip like this, how authentically Black the film was without even trying, new faces in Black Hollywood, and much more. It feels good to be back—thank you for listening and supporting! Y’all be...2024-10-041h 33
The Culture GardenLiar LiarWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Join us as we have a conversation about 1997's Liar Liar. We'll discuss Jim Carrey's rise with In Living Color, his physical comedy and insane box office run, the nostalgia this film brings, best scenes, and much more. As always we appreciate you for listening. Love!2023-04-061h 08
The Culture GardenNew Jersey DriveWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Join us as we wrap up Listener Request Month with a forgotten 1995 hood classic, New Jersey Drive. We'll discuss the film's uncanny realism, the documentary feel, the origin in the making of this film, the height of car jacking in Newark, and much more. As always, we appreciate you listening and tuning in. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @theculturegardenpodcast2023-03-2353 minThe Culture GardenKingdom ComeWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Join us as we continue Listener Request Month and discuss the 2001 film Kingdom Come. We'll discuss the star studded ensemble cast, the origin of the film from Off-Broadway, why the movie doesn't curl all the way over for us, and much more. If you enjoy this film, we're sorry. We tried.2023-03-1656 minThe Culture GardenThe TemptationsWelcome back to another episode of @theculturegardenpodcast! We've been getting messages from listeners with certain requests and we decided to honor some of them for the next few weeks. Today we'll be discussing the 1998 mini-series The Temptations. Join us as we break down our favorite scenes, give some behind the scenes info on how the film was made, break down what happened in reality versus the film, and much more. We appreciate you listening as we get to honor a group of legends! As always, please remember to subscribe, review, rate, and share. We appreciate you for listening!2023-03-091h 35The Culture GardenCreedWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! We're excited to have you join our conversation about Ryan Coogler's 2015 film Creed. We'll discuss the ties between the Rocky series and Creed, the origin of why Coogler wanted to make the film, Michael B. Jordan's A-List status with the release of the film, the importance of the love story between Adonis and Bianca, and much more. We appreciate you taking time out of your day to check us out, we can't thank you enough. Please remember to subscribe, rate, review and share. Peace!2023-03-021h 15The Culture GardenJumping The BroomWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! We appreciate you joining us as we close out Romance Month with the Salim Akil's 2011 film Jumping the Broom. Join us as we discuss if this is a good film to begin with, the different themes presented throughout, how trash Jason was, and much more. Thank you as always for tuning in, we appreciate you so much! Love!2023-02-231h 18The Culture GardenThe PhotographWelcome back to another episode of @culturegardenpodcast! We appreciate you joining us this week as we continue Romance Month. This week we'll discuss Stella Meghie's 2020 Romantic Drama, The Photograph. We'll have a conversation about the effects of true love, parent/child relationships, ego and miscommunication, and the unique manner of showing this film in the past and present. We'll also discuss best scenes, quotes, scene stealer and much more. We hope you enjoy this episode, we really had a good time with the conversation. Thank you as always for listening, we appreciate you!2023-02-161h 09The Culture GardenMalcolm & MarieWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! We continue Romance Month by discussing 2021's Malcolm & Marie. We discuss the incredible acting, the importance of appreciating your partner, reaching the point of return with the words you can't take back, and much more. Thank you as always for listening, please comment and follow us on Instagram @theculturegardenpodcast so we can continue the conversation! 2023-02-091h 08The Culture GardenBrown SugarWelcome back to another episode! We appreciate you joining us for "Romance Month". Each week this February we'll be discussing a romantic film. We'll start off the month with the 2002 classic Brown Sugar. We'll break down the importance of friendship in a relationship, if Dre and Sidney's relationship was disrespectful to their partners, best scenes, and much more. Thank you as always for joining us, please remember to follow us on Instagram, @TheCultureGardenPodcast, for access to our linktree. Thank you for the support, it means everything!2023-02-021h 11The Culture GardenWhat's Love Got to Do with ItWelcome back to another episode! We appreciate you tuning in as we discuss What's Love Got to Do with It. We'll discuss the Masterclass of acting that Angela Bassett and Laurence Fishburne displayed, tease our top 50 Actors list, what this film means to the culture, domestic violence, best scenes, quotes, and much more. We appreciate you for tuning in, be sure to subscribe to our Linktree and television feed!2023-01-261h 13The Culture GardenOur Family WeddingWelcome back to another episode! Join us this week as we break down 2010's rom-com Our Family Wedding. This week we'll get into the themes of healthy racism, marrying into a family, forming your own identity within your family, and more. We'll also discuss best scenes, best quotes, scene stealer, and the rest of our normal categories. As always, we appreciate your support. Thank you for listening and enjoy! Love!2023-01-201h 06The Culture GardenJuiceWelcome back to another episode! Join Rich (@krich513), Skool (@skool513) and Rachel (@RaaaaayP) as we discuss the 1992 classic Juice. We'll discuss whether or not Juice is a hood movie, the incredible acting debut of Tupac Shakur, a big revelation for Bishop's father, why this film should be shown in every middle school, best scenes, and more. As always, we appreciate you so much for tuning in. Remember to follow us on Instagram @theculturegardenpodcast. Love!2023-01-121h 28The Culture GardenThe Best Man: The Final ChaptersWelcome back and Happy New Year! Thank you for tuning in to another episode, this week we'll have a discussion about the Best Man Final Chapters mini-series. This episode wasn't structured like our usual format, we just had a free flowing conversation to try and cover all 8 episodes of the series. We hope you enjoy the conversation, thank you as always for watching and listening. Love!2023-01-051h 44The Culture GardenThe Best Man HolidayHappy Holidays everyone! Welcome back to another episode, this week we'll be discussing Malcolm D Lee's 2013 film The Best Man Holiday. Join Rich @krich513, Skool @skool513, and Rachel @RaaaaayP as they discuss what the characters have been up to since the 1999 original, best scenes and moments, allowing your friendships to grow with time, and much more. Thank you as always for listening and tuning in, we appreciate it so much. Love!2022-12-221h 18The Culture GardenThe Best Man: The Final Chapters PredictionsJust wanted to take a little time and throw out some predictions before the premiere of The Final Chapters. Let us know if you agree, or if you have some wild predictions of your own. We'll be back on Thursday to discuss The Best Man Holiday. Appreciate y'all, can't say that enough!2022-12-2123 minThe Culture GardenThis ChristmasWelcome back for another episode! Join us as we discuss 2007's holiday classic This Christmas. We'll break down the incredible ensemble cast, discuss the nostalgia around the film, Rich's love/hate relationship with the Director, best scenes, and more. We hope you enjoy this episode and we truly thank you for your continued support. Love! @TheCultureGardenPodcast @Skool513 @RaaaaayP @krich513 #ThisChristmas #ReginaKing #IdrisElba #DelroyLindo #LorettaDevine #ChrisBrown #BlackFilm #Holidays #Christmas 2022-12-1557 minThe Culture GardenUndercover BrotherWelcome back to a new episode! We'll be discussing Malcom D. Lee's 2002 film Undercover Brother, a cult classic. This episode is about as goofy as this movie, don't take it too seriously lol. Thank you for your support, please remember to share, comment, and rate. Love! @theculturegardenpodcast @krich513 @skool513 @RaaaaayP2022-12-0846 minThe Culture GardenJust WrightWelcome back to another episode! Join us as we discuss the 2010 film Just Wright, starring Queen Latifah, Common, and Paula Patton. We'll discuss our first experiences with the film, question who the target audience is, the incredible job by Dana Owens, along with best scenes, moments and other categories. As always we appreciate you listening. Be sure to subscribe, share, and review. Love! @theculturegardenpodcast @krich513 @skool513 @RaaaaayP2022-12-011h 06The Culture GardenCarlito's WayWelcome back to another episode! We're joined by special guest D Good to discuss 1993's Carlito's Way. A lot of life lessons in this film, along with a lot of things that Carlito could have prevented. We'll discuss best scenes, things that bother us, Rich's confusion on the plot of the movie The Mexican, and much more. We had a lot of random fun recording this, we hope you enjoy! Thank you as always for listening and supporting. Love!2022-11-171h 10The Culture GardenBlack PantherWelcome back to another episode! We appreciate you joining us as we discuss Ryan Coogler's 2018's culture shifting Black Panther. With the upcoming release of the sequel, we wanted to give flowers to the original film and honor the late, great Chadwick Boseman. We'll discuss the iconic cast, best scenes, if there should be more sympathy for Killmonger, and much more. Thank you as always for listening and watching, please remember to subscribe, rate and review. Wakanda Forever!2022-11-101h 18The Culture GardenDrumlineWelcome back for another episode! This week Rich & Ray P are joined by special guest Bryan (House Party, No Country For Old Men) as they discuss 2002's cult classic Drumline. Is this movie a classic? Is it a good movie? Is it as good on your 30's as it was in. your teens? We take a look into all those questions and more. As always we appreciate you for your support, please remember to subscribe, rate and share. Shoutout to Skool! Love!2022-11-031h 11The Culture GardenTraining DayWelcome back for episode 25! We decided there's no better time than the quarter century mark to discuss a Denzel movie, so why not start with Training Day. We discuss the incredible performance by Denzel, if Ethan Hawke was the most important element to this film, the story of corruption and making your own rules, and so much more. Thank you as always for continuing on this journey with us. We hope you enjoy. Love!
Instagram: @theculturegardenpodcast2022-10-271h 15The Culture GardenDead PresidentsWelcome back to another episode! We appreciate you joining us as we discuss the Hughes Brothers 1995 film Dead Presidents. We'll be breaking down some of the themes in the movie, black veterans in Vietnam, the confusion on the direction of this film, a strong performance by the cast, the Cutty dilemma and much, much more. Tune in to the early portion of the episode as we also discuss the rules to our first ever giveaway. Please remember to rate us, comment, subscribe and share. As always, we appreciate you for your continued support. Love! @TheCultureGardenPodcast @krich513 @skool513 @RaaaaayP2022-10-201h 12The Culture GardenBest Episode Ever: Martin FinaleWe've made it to the finale! We appreciate you for tuning in each week, we've finally reached the moment where we crown the best episode of Martin. Join us as we sort through the 12 finalists and make one cohesive list to cap off our Martin conversation. We appreciate all of you for joining us on this ride, please remember to subscribe, share, comment and rate. We'll be back with Rachel and our normal movie schedule next week. Love!
@theculturegardenpodcast 2022-10-1345 minThe Culture GardenBest Episode Ever: Martin Season 5We're almost at the finish line! 132 episodes down and we're narrowing down to our finalists for the best episode ever of Martin. This episode we'll discuss the legacy of Season 5, backdoor pilots, awards the show won, and of course our top 5 episodes of the season. As always we appreciate your support, please remember to subscribe, share and comment. Love! Follow us on Instagram @TheCultureGardenPodcast2022-10-0637 minThe Culture GardenNo Country For Old MenWelcome back for another episode! We're joined by special guest Bryan to discuss the 2008 Best Picture Winner, No Country For Old Men. A description for the episode won't be enough, just watch and enjoy! 2022-10-031h 35The Culture GardenBest Episode Ever: Martin Season 4Welcome back for another episode of our "Best Episode Ever" series! Today we'll be discussing Season 4 of Martin, the impact it made, and of course our top episodes to move on to the finale. Thank you as always for watching and listening! Please remember to subscribe, share, like, and comment. Love!2022-09-2936 minThe Culture GardenBest Episode Ever: Martin Season 3Welcome back for another episode of our "Best Episode Ever" series! Today we'll be discussing Season 3 of Martin, the impact it made, and of course our top episodes to move on to the finale. Thank you as always for watching and listening! Please remember to subscribe, share, like, and comment. Love!2022-09-2254 minThe Culture GardenQueen & SlimJoin Rich (@krich513), Skool (@Skool513) and Rachel (@RaaaaayP) as they discuss the 2019 film Queen & Slim. One of the trio believes this is the worst film they've ever seen and that's all you'll need to know about this entertaining episode. Please remember to subscribe, share, rate, and comment. Most importantly, thank you for listening!2022-09-1947 minThe Culture GardenBest Episode Ever: Martin Season 2Martin fans, this is for you! Welcome to a special series from The Culture Garden podcast! Join us as we take an almost impossible journey of answering a simple question: What is the best episode of Martin all-time? Each week we'll break down a season as we begin the search for the best episode. We'll provide some honorable mentions before ranking our top episodes from the season. Each #1 episode will move on to the finale to have the final conversation of crowning the best episode ever. We appreciate you for joining us and we look forward to the coversation...2022-09-1546 minThe Culture GardenWhat's the Best Episode of Martin?: Season 1Martin fans, this is for you! Welcome to a special series from The Culture Garden podcast! Join us as we take an almost impossible journey of answering a simple question: What is the best episode of Martin all-time? Each week we'll break down a season as we begin the search for the best episode. We'll provide some honorable mentions before ranking our top episodes from the season. Each #1 episode will move on to the finale to have the final conversation of crowning the best episode ever. We appreciate you for joining us and we can't wait for the conversation...2022-09-0855 minThe Culture GardenATLWelcome back for another episode! Join Rich (@krich513), Skool (@Skool513) and Rachel (@RaaaaayP) as they discuss the 2006 cult classic ATL. Topics include ATL and what it meant to the culture in 2006, the film overachieving, relatable coming of age moments, and much more. This is a fun episode and it was good to go down memory lane and re-visit the days when life was more simple. As always, thank you for listening and for your continued support. It always helps when you like, listen, subscribe and share. Enjoy the episode! Love!2022-09-0256 minThe Culture GardenA Thin Line Between Love & HateWelcome to episode 20! Join Rich (@krich513), Skool (@Skool513) and Rachel (@RaaaaayP) as they have a discussion about Martin Lawrence's directorial debut, A Thin Line Between Love & Hate. Many topics will be discussed, including whether this film is a classic, flaws throughout the movie, Lynn Whitfield's performance, and who the victim was. There will also be the normal categories like Best Scenes, Best Quotes, Scene Stealer, and more. As always, this podcast is nothing without you, the viewer/listener. Thank you for your continued support, please remember to share, subscribe, like, and comment. Enjoy the episode! Love!2022-08-2656 minThe Culture GardenLove & BasketballJoin Rich (@krich513), Skool (@Skool513) and Rachel (@RaaaaayP) as they dive into the 2000 classic Love & Basketball. We discuss the legacy of the film, in depth portrayal of the woman athlete, new perspectives on the film as an adult, and if Monica and Q are really relationship goals. We'll also get into our favorite categories such as Best Scenes, Best Quotes, Scene Stealer, and more. As always we thank you for listening and loving movies as much as we do. Please remember to subscribe, like, comment and share! Love!2022-08-191h 00The Culture GardenSet It OffJoin Rich (@krich513), Skool (@skool513) and Rachel (@RaaaaayP) as they break down the 1996 classic Set It Off. We'll review the groundbreaking impact of the film, the power of 4 black women in the box office, the breakout role for Queen Latifah, trivia, best scenes and more. We're excited to have this discussion with you, please be sure to like, subscribe and share. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @theculturegardenpodcast. Much love!2022-07-281h 15
The Culture GardenShaftWelcome back for a bonus episode of The Culture Garden Podcast. Rich and Skool are joined by Chaz, aka Boogie, to discuss John Singleton's Shaft (2000). We'll discuss the legacy of the movie, the ties to the original Shaft, the brilliant acting of Jeffrey Wright and Christian Bale, among other things. This will be the last audio only episode, our YouTube page is coming next. Thank you for your continued support, please remember to Subscribe, comment and share. Rachel, what up?!2022-06-2855 minThe Culture GardenReally LoveWhat’s the word good people?! Thanks for joining us for another episode as we break down a modern day love story, Really Love. We discuss the origins of the film, the similarities to Love Jones, and what this movie will mean to the younger generation. We’ll also go through our categories and discuss what the true love story is in this film. Please remember to subscribe, rate us, and share. As always, we appreciate the love!2022-04-0849 minThe Culture Garden94th Academy AwardsBefore the Oscars aired, we made plans to record an episode to highlight wins for The Culture. Then the slap happened. We're tired of the story too, but we had to discuss it since it happened. Shoutout to Will, Questlove, Samuel L Jackson, Shayla Cowan, Will Packer, and Beyonce. We'll be back next week with a romance film.2022-04-0134 minThe Culture GardenBonus Episode: Head of StateWelcome back for another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week we have a bonus episode that we recorded back in 2020 discussing Head of State. We touch on all of your favorite categories, go on a deep dive about what inspired Chris Rock to make this movie, provide trivia, discuss the Great Bernie Mac, and much more. As always, please remember to subscribe, rate, listen and share. Most importantly, thank you for listening and supporting. All love!2022-03-2547 minThe Culture GardenWelcome Home Roscoe JenkinsWelcome back to another episode! Join Skool (@skool513), Rachel (@RaaaaayP) and Rich (@krich513) as they break down the forgotten comedy Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins. They discuss the all star cast, Martin's run as a physical comedy genius, favorite scenes, best quotes and more. This movie is guaranteed to give you some laughs, please remember to subscribe, share and rate the show. Thank you as always, enjoy!2022-03-0332 minThe Culture GardenA Conversation about Soul FoodWelcome back good people! Join Skool (@Skool513), Rachel (@RaaaaayP) and Rich (@krich513) as they discuss the 1997 film Soul Food. There is an interesting conversation that takes place to discuss if this movie should be considered a classic or if it's outdated. If you begin yelling at your speakers, we understand. We also break down the cast, best scenes, favorite lines, etc. As always, thank you for listening and supporting The Culture Garden Podcast!2022-02-041h 08The Culture GardenThe Nutty ProfessorWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Join Skool (@Skool513) and Rich (@krich513) as they break down The Nutty Professor. They'll discuss how famous Eddie Murphy was in the 1980's and how this movie sparked the Eddie Murphy comeback in 1996. They will also discuss the supporting cast, The Klump family, best scenes, and much more. Thank you as always, please remember to subscribe, like and share. Thank you for listening!2022-01-0743 min
We Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveEverything Gonna Be, Okay?!Insecure fans, we made it to the last episode of the series. Join Rachel (@RaaaaayP) and Rich (@krich513) as they discuss the final episode and reflect on the things we learned from it. We still have one bonus episode before we wrap things up, but in the meantime enjoy this finale. Thank you as always for listening, we cannot tell you how much we appreciate you. Please remember to like, share and subscribe. All love!2021-12-281h 00We Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveOut, Okay?!Things are heating up as we wrap up the final season of Insecure. Join Rachel (@RaaaaayP) and Rich (@krich513) as they discuss the penultimate episode of season 5. This episode is jam packed with conversations of the events that took place, we hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording. Please like, subscribe and share. Thank you for listening!2021-12-211h 06The Culture GardenThe Best ManWelcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden. This episode we're joined by our very special guest and Culture Garden family Rachel (@RaaaaayP) as we break down 1999's classic The Best Man. Join us as we discuss the incredible cast, who almost played the role of Harper Stewart, best scenes, friendship, and of course, the Harper/Mia/Lance dynamic. Are you still getting married after the truth came out? If you love this movie, you'll definitely enjoy this episode. As always, thank you for listening!2021-12-171h 24We Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveChoices, Okay?!Welcome Back! We're almost at the end of the Insecure journey, but there's still so much to discuss. Join Rachel (@RaaaaayP), Rich (@krich513) and special guest from The Culture Garden Podcast, Skool (@Skool513) as they discuss the events of episode 8 and make some predictions. Issa/Nathan, Molly/Taurean, Issa's thoughts and Lawrence, the importance of estate planning, and more. Thank you as always for listening, please be sure to like, subscribe, and share. Enjoy!2021-12-1439 minWe Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveChillin, Okay?!Welcome back for another episode of We Got Y'all!! Join Ray (@RaaaaayP) and Rich (@krich513) as they break down the importance of girls night, having a great group of friends, moving away from your tribe and figuring out your next steps. Of course we can't forget about the Issa/Nathan/Lawrence triangle, and we also look into Lawrence and Condola coming up with a co-parent plan. As always, we appreciate you listening and joining the conversation. Enjoy!2021-12-0749 minWe Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveTired, Okay?!Things are taking off as we begin the back half of Season Byeve! Join Rachel (@RaaaaayP) and Kieron (@krich513) as they break down the events of episode 6. We discuss a wide range of topics such as being tired in your 30's, how our past decisions can impact us today, barbershop etiquette, relationships that should begin, relationships that should end, and Issa's fadeaway jumper. Please continue to like, listen, subscribe and share. The support is incredible. Much love and enjoy the episode!2021-11-3057 minWe Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveSurviving, Okay?!Welcome back! Join Rachel (@RaaaaayP) and Kieron (@krich513) as they discuss the events of episode 5. Do Issa and Nathan feel forced? Does Issa REALLY love Nathan? How will the events of this episode effect Molly for the rest of the series? Is this the beginning of another Issa/Lawrence resurgence? We look forward to you joining the conversation! As always, please remember to like, listen, subscribe and share! Much love2021-11-2339 minWe Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveFaulty, OK?!Welcome back to another episode of We Got Y'all! Rachel and Rich continue to deep dive into season Byeve and discuss the Issa/Nathan relationship. Do we like it? Did we need it? Will it last? We also break down the small things that make a friendship genuine, determine how the Crenshawn vs. Blocc drama will sort out, and look into Molly's new, but familiar activity. As always, thank you for listening. Be sure to like, listen, subscribe, and share!2021-11-1646 minWe Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByevePressure, Okay?!What's going on good people? Join Ray P and Rich as they break down the events that have been taking place in Lawrence's life since the breakup with Issa. We discuss Lawrence being a new father, co-parenting with Condola, and how communication and effort play such a big role with any relationship. As always we appreciate you listening. Enjoy!2021-11-0935 minWe Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveGrowth, Okay?!Welcome back! Join Rachel and Rich as they break down the latest episode of Insecure and explore the different themes throughout the episode. They break down Issa and Molly's growth as a unit and individually, look into Crenshawn's message of staying true to yourself, and also break down Nathan and Issa. As always, thank you for listening. Enjoy!2021-11-0237 min
We Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveSeason 5, Episode 1: Reunited, Okay?!We don’t have a Kelly Clan but we have something like it! Join Rachel and Rich as they break down the last season opener ever for Insecure. We’ll discuss scenes, observations, relatable moments, and Greek Life lol. Thank you for listening and enjoy!2021-10-2641 min
We Got Y'all!: Insecure, An Ode to Season ByeveWhy We Love InsecureRay P and Rich are here to discuss the incredible series that is Insecure. We've watched and grown with these characters for the past 4 seasons, and it is time to give them the proper send off with season Byeve. We discuss what this show means to the culture, relatable characters, funniest moments and scenes, our favorite episodes, and what we predict for this final season. If you love the show Insecure, then you will love re-living some of these moments with us. We look forward to discussing each episode week to week, but first enjoy listening to how we got...2021-10-231h 29The Culture GardenRaising Kanan: Season 1, Episode 9Welcome back to another recap of Raising Kanan! Join Rich & Skool as they discuss the loyalty theme that dominates this episode. A lot of chess moves are being made as the season is nearing an end and there are some similarities with Raq and another famous Power character. All possibilities are on the table as we approach the final episode, we look forward to discussing them all with you. As always, thank you for tuning in!2021-09-2534 minThe Culture GardenRaising Kanan: Season 1, Episode 8We're close to the end. Join Rich and Skool as they break down episode 8 titled "The Cost of Business", and try to figure out how the decisions made throughout the season will come to a head as we near the finale. As always, there will be spoilers. Thank you for listening and enjoy!2021-09-2537 minThe Culture GardenRaising Kanan: Season 1, Episode 7We start this week's episode with some brief words about the passing of the Great Michael K Williams. Big loss for the culture and we will make sure he gets his proper flowers once we find the correct words. We also get into episode 7 to discuss how the events that transpired will lead to the madness we're going to see in the final 3 episodes. Spoiler alert as always, we appreciate you listening!2021-09-1129 minThe Culture GardenRaising Kanan: Season 1, Episode 6We're back for a new episode after the mid-season break. With only 5 episodes left, we get a chance to catch our breath and see how the latter part of the season will pan out. Join us as we discuss the chess moves being set up throughout the episode, and look into some of our favorite moments. As always, thank you for listening!2021-09-0429 minThe Culture GardenBarbershopWe know we've been focused on television, but we still remembered that movies are our heart! Today we're joined by our guest host, Fresh, to discuss the 2002 film Barbershop. Join us as we discuss the significance of the barbershop within the culture, Ice Cube's 2002 run, the Barbershop franchise as a whole, as well as our favorite characters and moments from the film. As always, we thank you for your support!2021-08-251h 01The Culture GardenRaising Kanan: Season 1, Episode 5Episode 5 had a lot going on! Rich and Skool ditch their normal format and break down each scene in the action packed mid season episode. We learned a lot of new information, as well as some new secrets. There are spoiler alerts so please watch the episode before listening. As always, thank you for tuning in and we hope you enjoy!2021-08-2042 minThe Culture GardenRaising Kanan: Season 1, Episode 4Don't Sleep! Rich and Skool are back again to break down an action packed episode 4. Things are quickly heating up as Raq and Unique continue to battle it out for druglord supremacy. We break down important scenes, provide therioes and predictions, and also have a Character Conversation about Unique, plated by Joey Badass. Spoiler alerts are present, please be sure to watch the episode before listening. As always, thank you for your support and enjoy!2021-08-1132 minThe Culture GardenRaising Kanan: Season 1, Episode 3Welcome back to our weekly recap of Power Book III, Raising Kanan. This week we’ll discuss episode 3, “Stick and Move”. We'll breakdown some of the best moments of the episode, have a character conversation about Detective Howard, and make some predictions for what we expect to see in the next coming weeks. As always there are spoiler alerts, be sure to check out the episode before listening. Hope you enjoy!2021-08-0731 minThe Culture GardenRaising Kanan: Season 1, Episode 2Welcome back to our weekly recap of Power Book III, Raising Kanan. This week we’ll discuss episode 2, “Reaping and Sowing”. We'll breakdown some of the best moments of the episode, have a character conversation about Uncle Marvin, and make some predictions for what we expect to see in the next coming weeks. As always there are spoiler alerts, be sure to check out the episode before listening. Hope you enjoy!2021-07-3127 minThe Culture GardenPower Book III: Raising Kanan Season 1, Ep 1Welcome to Culture Garden Television! Rich and Skool will be diving into the Power Universe to complete weekly recaps on Raising Kanan. We will break down characters, discuss important scenes, and also give analysis and predictions for this season. This episode we break down episode 1 and discuss the series moving forward. We look forward to having you join us each week! ATTENTION: SPOILER ALERTS2021-07-2234 minThe Culture GardenHouse PartyNot too many movies deliver the joy and laughs the way House Party does. Join Rich, Skool, and special guest Bryan as they discuss this 1990 classic. We'll discuss the history of how this movie was made and the impact that it had in 1990. We'll also get into how and why Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff were almost in the lead roles of this movie. Best scenes, funny moments, who we would be at a House Party...we cover it all in this episode. Thank you for listening and enjoy!2021-06-251h 18
Some FamiliesTV’s finest Kieron Richardson a proud parent to four year old twinsActor, presenter and dad, Kieron Richardson joins the Some Families hosts, Lotte and Stu to talk about all things parenting from bedtime, swimmings classes and balancing his long shooting schedule with being a parent. Kieron had the twins with his husband Carl, four years ago via surrogacy. Lotte and Stu catch up on the representation of gay parents in TV shows, specifically Modern Family. Some Families is a StoryHunter Production
See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2021-06-2129 minThe Culture GardenDMX the ActorThe culture took a big loss with the passing of the legendary DMX. We all came to know and love X because of his music, but he also left an impression with his roles on the big screen. Simply put, DMX movies aren't discussed enough. In this episode, Rich and Skool discuss and rank 5 DMX film performances during the height of his fame. Let's just say that Skoolboi has some...interesting takes. As always, we appreciate you tuning in. Long live X! Legends never die.2021-06-0828 minThe Culture GardenNext FridayWhile people were celebrating 4/20 this month, we were recording for an underrated stoner movie "Next Friday". Join Rich and Skool as they break down their original plans for this episode, why they aren't doing the "Friday" series in order, Mike Epps breakout performance, and recap some of the funniest and timeless moments from this film. As always, we appreciate you listening!2021-04-3042 minThe Culture GardenA Podcast for NinaWe're back again to discuss a timeless classic, Love Jones! Join us as we welcome Angel, our first guest on the podcast, to breakdown some of the classic scenes, themes and quotes from this 1997 love story. We look forward to having you join our conversation about the highs, lows, and everything in between about love and friendship. Always remember, when that Jones come down....2021-04-021h 20The Culture GardenThe Wayans FamilyIt feels good to be back! Rich and Skoolboi dust off the microphones to bring you the latest episode of The Culture Garden Podcast. We'll be discussing the Wayans family and their impact the culture over the years. From In Living Color to White Chicks, the Wayans have always been able to provide laughs in their own unique way. We even rank our top 5 Wayans movies. We appreciate you for listening and welcome back to The Culture Garden!2021-03-121h 02The Culture GardenMy Podcast Hours Are From 9 to 5Can't nobody sang like Eddie Kang Jr, just like nobody can podcast like Rich and Skool. We're excited to break down one of our favorite movies of all time and a cultural classic, The 5 Heartbeats. Join us as we go over the history of this movie, as well as break down our favorite scenes, characters, etc. As always, thank you for listening. We hope you enjoy!2020-10-271h 47The Culture GardenThe Big Willie PodcastThere aren't too many stars as big as The Fresh Prince! Will has done it all in his career from multiple Grammy's to a box office record that will never be broken. However, when you look back at his career, you might find yourself realizing that there's a lot more that Will could have provided. Join us as we dive into that conversation and give this legend his flowers! Feel free to take a shot every time we say "Star Power" lol. Thank you for tuning in to The Culture Garden Podcast!2020-10-011h 11The Culture GardenIntro: You Could’ve Been Anywhere In The WorldWhat’s going on good people?! Rich and Skool here, presenting The Culture Garden. Join us in our weekly podcast journey as we highlight film, actors, and directors who created some of our favorite films and television shows within the culture. We appreciate you checking out our introduction and look forward to the ride. Love!2020-09-1749 min