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Brown & BlackOne Battle After Another: A Brown & Black BreakdownPaul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another got the casting right, but did it get Latinos and Blacks right? People are still talking about the film One Battle After Another. We breakdown how Paul Thomas Anderson's new movie handles Black and Latino characters in Hollywood. With Teyana Taylor, Benicio del Toro, and Chase Infinity starring alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, we ask: do these characters finally get the depth they deserve, or are they still written for white audiences? We also ask whether this three-hour film merits a rewatch. Episode Summary Are Black & Latino roles evolving...
2025-10-1726 minBrown & BlackThe Viral Rant That Exposed White IdentityMany white Americans face a contradiction: they love Black and Latino culture, but don't like Black and Latino people. Dr. Barnor Hesse of Northwestern University calls this "White Voyeurism." It's part of his Eight White Identities framework that explains Jennifer Welch's viral rant against MAGA hypocrisy. We revisit Hesse's revolutionary framework to show how whiteness has consumed Black and Latino culture for 500 years without any accountability. Episode Summary – Jennifer Welch's viral rant – White voyeurism explained – White hypocrisy and cultural hypocrisy – Consuming culture without humanity – Why...
2025-09-0820 minBrown & BlackSummer Movies 2025: Jurassic World: Rebirth / MaterialistsThis July weekend, we review two of the biggest summer movies of 2025: Jurassic World: Rebirth and The Materialists. Mike breaks down why Jurassic World is stuck in a loop of reboots and clichés, even with big stars like Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali. And what would it take to save this franchise? Then Jack reviews The Materialists, a romantic drama exploring love, class, and status in modern dating culture starrign Pedro Pascal, Dakota Johnson and Chris Evans. We also officially launched the Brown & Black Social Club on Substack, a space for Black and...
2025-07-0632 min
all inclusive solutionsCharitable Fundraising Solutions with Mike WilsonToday’s guest is Mike Wilson, organizer of March of the Day ll in support of the Darby Rimmer MND Foundation an event that starts on the 21st of March.Mike tells us how he became a charity event organiser, after years working in financial services. He describes the company he runs with his brother-in-law, Redwood Events Woody and highlights the transferrable skills which help him raise charitableHe explains how his passion for fundraising events started with his “Mad Auntie Ruth”, and how after her death he was conscripted to be the president of the br...
2025-03-1235 minBrown & BlackThe "La Bamba" Remake: Latino Identity vs. HollywoodWith the recent announcement of WB's "La Bamba" remake, we ask: Did Hollywood whitewash Luis Valdez's 1987 film classic, and will the remake do better? And how much of your identity would you sacrifice to be seen by mainstream media? In this raw and unfiltered episode of Brown & Black, we use the announcement of the "La Bamba" remake to discuss identity, assimilation, and the paradox of Latino representation in mainstream media. Episode Summary: 📝 Revisiting La Bamba in 2024 Ritchie Valens' Latino identity: Authenticity vs. Acceptance The upcoming La Bamba remake: Challenges and oppor...
2024-09-0445 minBrown & BlackKamala Harris: Is America Ready For Its First Multicultural President?In this episode, we explore how pop culture and social media are driving Kamala Harris's potential presidential election and how her multicultural background (Black and Indian) is challenging the power structures in American politics. We also examine the new lawsuit involving Flamin' Hot Cheetos creator Richard Montañez and PepsiCo for defamation as he fights for recognition as the product's creator. How significant is Montañez's potential court case win for Latino representation? Episode Summary: 02:15 - Analyzing the cultural and political implications of Kamala Harris' candidacy 04:30 - The...
2024-07-2941 minBrown & BlackTalent vs Image: Daymé Arocena on music and personal powerMike and Jack have an in-depth discussion with a claimed Afro Cuban singer Daymé Arocena about her new album Alkemi, she opens up about her struggles as a black Latina woman in this industry, how we perceive black skin, how we perceive Latina women with black skin, body image in the pop music industry and how has that all impacted and Influenced the way she sees herself as an artist. What kind of reclamation does a black Latina woman in the music industry today have to go through? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
2024-03-2545 min
Brown & BlackShould 'Hamilton' Be Celebrated Today? Why Is Netflix Supporting Black Banks? How Racism Still Controls The Music IndustryThis week Mike and Jack examine why Netflix is depositing $100 million dollars into Black banks; Lin-Manuel Miranda's revered Broadway musical 'Hamilton' has been released on Disney+ and is receiving backlash from historians for glorifying slave-owners. Has art become more significant than historical facts? And in 1983, artist David Bowie challenged MTV VJ Mark Goodman on why MTV didn't play Black music in primetime. Chuck Creekmur, co-founder and co-CEO of AllHipHop.com joins the show to explain how racism still oppresses black and brown music in the music industry today. References: David Bowie Criticizes MTV for Not...
2024-01-1048 minBrown & BlackThe Top Latino and Black Films of 2023In this episode, we share our top Latino and Black films of 2023. Jack chose: "At the Gates," a psychological thriller that flips the traditional Latino immigrant story. "Radical," based on an inspirational true story that highlights the power of education in some of Mexico's poorest schools. "They Shot the Piano Player," an animated docudrama about a music journalist uncovering the mysterious death of a Brazilian piano player. Mike chose: "The Color Purple," a joyous and powerful musical rendition that celebrates the human experience in new w...
2023-12-1929 minBrown & BlackThe 6 Must-See Latin & Black Horror Films for HalloweenHappy Halloween! 🎃 Fear, a universal emotion, resides within each of us. As children, we quivered at tales of demons, ghosts, and mysterious noises in the dark—stories predominantly told from a white perspective, often neglecting the rich tapestry of Latino and Black experiences. This month, we take you back to our classic 2020 Halloween episode, where we delve deep into the world of Latin and Black horror cinema, grounding ourselves in the folklore of our own chilling tales. From influential Latin horror films like "El Orfanato" and "La Casa Muda" and Black horror classics like "Ganja & Hess" and Jordan...
2023-11-1440 minBrown & BlackChasing Relevance: A Dangerous Obsession or Necessary Reality?Chasing relevance. We're all guilty of it at some point, desperately trying to stay current and be noticed. But what's the cost? In this episode of Brown & Black, we'll peel back the layers on society's obsession with relevance, specifically for people of color in media and entertainment today. Why does it matter to so many people? Do we really need to stay relevant and what happens if we don't? Episode Summary What is relevance, particularly for POC in the entertainment industry? Mike discusses the cost of staying relevant, including the emotional, spiritual, and literal costs, and...
2023-10-2235 minBrown & Black"From The Shadows": Mike Sargent on Returning to DirectingIn this special episode, our co-host Mike Sargent discusses his new horror film "From the Shadows" which he directed, produced and co-wrote. He shares some behind-the-scenes stories of making the film, including directing horror legends Keith David and Bruce Davison and what it's like to direct an independent feature. Plus, find out which stories Mike is itching to tell next. Key Topics Discussed: The plot and themes of "From the Shadows" Casting Keith David and Bruce Davison, Mike's history with their work Filming remotely during COVID, transitioning to partial in-person filming Having the film's premiere during...
2023-09-3040 minBrown & BlackInfluencers vs. Critics: Who is the Future of Film Criticism?On this episode, Rico and Sargent have an in-depth discussion about the past, present and future of film criticism. Is it traditional film critics or opinion reviewers on TikTok? They share their personal journeys into film criticism, the role of Rotten Tomatoes today, the new influencer/film promoters of social media, and predictions for where the industry is heading. This is an insightful conversation for any fan or student of film and media criticism. Episode Summary: - How Jack and Mike got their start in film criticism - The lack of diversity among...
2023-08-2347 minBrown & BlackA Triumph of Latina Feminism? Barbie: The Brown & Black Film AnalysisIn this episode of Brown & Black, Jack argues why he believes the Barbie movie is really a Latina film at its core. Its pivotal scene centers on a Latina character and her mixed-race daughter. The guys peel back the layers of the $150 million dollar marketing campaign that catapulted Barbie into the national spotlight, and examine the long-standing influence of predominantly white-centric advertising on communities of color, and how this latest campaign breaks that mold. The conversation takes a detour into the sensitive territory of "patriarchy guilt". Jack throws a curveball, questioning Mike on his potential...
2023-07-2841 minBrown & BlackWGA/SAG-AFTRA Strike! Is It Time To Decentralize Hollywood?Hollywood is on strike! In this OFF THE CUFF episode, Jack and Mike discuss how the WGA and SAG-AFTRA walkouts could reshape the entertainment industry, including how it could lead to the collapse of American culture. They analyze the sociopathic CEO mentality, and why executives feel they can dehumanize actors and writers. The guys also explore a few potential scenarios of the strikes such as the death of the movie theater and decentralized Hollywood 2.0 created by actors and writers. Episode Summary: WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes Existential threat to Hollywood Studio greed and lack of empathy Dehumanization...
2023-07-1525 minBrown & BlackThe Identity Dilemma of The Multi-HyphenateIn this episode of "Brown and Black," hosts Jack Rico and Mike Sargent discuss the need to challenge the stigma surrounding multi-hyphenates and the superficial nature of the question, "What do you do?" They emphasize the importance of recognizing one's own values and personal branding, highlighting passions and values instead of specific skills. By reframing the conversation, multi-hyphenates of color could overcome societal norms and forge deeper connections with others, leading to a more inclusive and understanding society. Episode Summary: Societal Perceptions and Multi-Hyphenates: Explore why multi-hyphenates, especially those of color, face judgment and often have...
2023-07-0243 minBrown & BlackRome Flynn Talks Afro-Latino Representation, SAG Strike Fears, and the Dream of Portraying Roberto ClementeActor and musician Rome Flynn joins the podcast to discuss his reprised role as Santiago Zayas in Season 2 of Amazon's hit rom-com series, 'With Love'. In our conversation, we discussed the importance of "casting authentically," the escalating concerns about actors' self-audition tapes, and Flynn's thoughts on the potential havoc a SAG strike could inflict on the Hollywood industry. We also broached the question: could Rome Flynn be the one to bring baseball legend Roberto Clemente's epic story to the big screen? Episode Highlights: "The Power of Authenticity": Rome Flynn discusses his approach to portraying honest...
2023-06-1639 minBrown & BlackPulitzer-Winning Composer Michael Abels on Race, AI and Being Black in Classical MusicIn this special episode of Brown & Black, we sit down with recent Pulitzer Prize-winning, Emmy and Grammy-nominated composer Michael Abels. We take a journey through his life, his passion for music, the challenges he faced as a Black composer in the 1980s, and his latest work on the film "Chevalier," based on the life of Joseph Bologne in the 1800s. We asked him about the barriers he overcame as a Black composer, what sets Joseph Bologne apart from traditional composers, and will classical music has to transform to survive in the era of artificial intelligence. Michael Abels weighed in.
2023-06-0731 minBrown & BlackSinger GOTOPO: Reimagining Afro-indigenous Identity Through Ancestral FuturismIn this episode, we are joined by Afro-Venezuelan and Afro-Indigenous singer 'GOTOPO,' who tells us about her new song "Sacudete" and delves into the intriguing concept of 'Ancestral Futurism,' an artistic approach that fuses the past, present, and future of pop culture while exploring heritage and identity. GOTOPO highlights the significance of connecting with cultural roots and using art to create conversations around race and identity in a less polarizing manner. Through ancestral futurism, she aims to bring together the past, present, and future in her work while helping others explore their heritage. Ancestral Futurism...
2023-05-1440 minBrown & BlackWGA Strike & The Latino Renaissance: The Persistent Struggle For Creators of ColorIn this episode of Brown & Black, Jack and Mike discuss two central topics affecting creators of color – the ongoing negotiations between the WGA (Writer's Guild of America) and Hollywood studios, and the invisible Latino renaissance in America that's receiving little recognition from mainstream legacy media. Segment 1: The Writer's Guild of America Strike and Its Impact on Creators of Color Jack and Mike dive deep into the WGA strike, examining its possible consequences on the entertainment sector and the specific implications for creators of color. The discussion delves into the potential fallout of a strike on da...
2023-05-0142 minBrown & BlackAIR's White Savior Complex and the Age of Digital DistrustIn this episode, we delve into the adverse effects of AI-generated images on media and their growing impact. We'll discuss the recent controversy over Levi's partnership with LalaLand.ai and debate if AI-inclusive modeling serves as a positive force. Furthermore, we'll examine the white savior narrative issues in the film AIR, directed by Ben Affleck and starring Matt Damon, and consider the significant influence of movies and TV on culture. Segment 1: The AI and Race Dilemma Jack and Mike investigate the concerns surrounding AI-generated images and their influence on race, society, and trust in journalism...
2023-04-1038 min
Brown & BlackHow a TikTok Ban Could Harm Creators of ColorCreators of color have built successful careers sharing their stories on TikTok since 2018. Many argue that banning TikTok threatens freedom of expression and connections between people. It also threatens jobs and democracy. In this episode, we discuss the possibility of banning TikTok in the U.S. and how it impacts creators of color. The ban could significantly impact culture, the economy, businesses, and influencers of color. We try to answer why it's happening and how it affects small and medium-sized businesses in communities of color. Segment 1: The Impact of a TikTok Ban on Creators of...
2023-03-3034 min
Brown & BlackOscars Exposed: Dissecting Angela Bassett's Loss and the Weaponization of WokeIn this episode, Jack Rico and Mike Sargent discuss why actress Angela Bassett's reaction to losing the Best Supporting Actress award to Jamie Lee Curtis at the 95th Oscars went viral, and what it means for Black women in Hollywood. They then debate the misuse of the term "wokeness" in society. Segment 1: Angela Bassett's Viral Oscar Reaction - Jack Rico and Mike Sargent analyze Angela Bassett's loss to Jamie Lee Curtis in the Best Supporting Actress category at the 95th Academy Awards, which sparked renewed conversations about racism and bias in the Oscars. - They a...
2023-03-2027 min
Brown & BlackStraight Outta Compton: A Brown & Black AnalysisIn honor of Black History Month, we've joined forces with Universal Pictures Home Entertainment to spotlight four iconic Black films from their extensive cinematic collection. The concluding episode of our four-part podcast series, hosted by Jack Rico and Mike Sargent, delves into the musical biopic "Straight Outta Compton." Episode Breakdown: Segment 1: Cultural Significance of "Straight Outta Compton" Jack and Mike provide an overview of the film, sharing personal reflections. They highlight its commercial success, grossing over $200 million globally and earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay. The conversation expands...
2023-02-2844 min
Brown & BlackQueen & Slim: A Brown & Black AnalysisIn celebration of Black History Month, we are partnering with Universal Pictures Home Entertainment to showcase four Black films from their legendary movie vault. This week we take a closer look at 'Queen & Slim' by Lena Waithe and Afro-Latina Melina Matsoukas. We'll dive deep into its various elements and analyze it from different perspectives. Episode Breakdown: Segment 1: The Cultural Significance of Queen & Slim In this segment, Mike, who follows writer #LenaWaithe and director #MelinaMatsoukas, was deeply moved by the film and its commentary on the Black experience in America. He felt the film...
2023-02-1551 min
Brown & BlackCultural Compromise, Cultural Appropriation, and Cultural ErasureHappy 2023! In this first episode of the year, Jack and Mike discuss three themes: cultural compromise, cultural appropriation, and cultural erasure. Cultural Compromise: They debate host Jerrod Carmichael's decision to sell out his morals and values for money and isn't that all of us? "How much does it cost to sell your moral principles? Because that's what Carmichael did and the number was $500,000." - Jack Rico Cultural Appropriation: They then discuss Gwen Stefani saying "I'm Japanese" and doubling down on it. "Stefani got roasted by Asian Press. These Japanese women bowing to...
2023-01-1635 min
Brown & BlackWhat Does An American Look Like At The World Cup?Happy Holidays everyone! In this episode, Mike and Jack reflect on how NYC restaurants have returned to normal except for its movie theaters and they offer some thoughts on why. They also discuss the world's biggest event happening right now - the World Cup. And because we are America, race reared its ugly head at a USMNT press conference and we're all still talking about it. Jack and Mike dissect what an "American" is supposed to look like to the world in 2022. Also, listen to two white Americans speak to that same question, and how futból is...
2022-12-0720 min
Brown & BlackThis Black Man Is Reinventing The Cop ShowWhat does a cop show look like in 2022 produced by a Black showrunner? In this episode, we interview Atlanta-born Mike Flynn, the Co-Creator, Executive Producer, & Co-Showrunner of the CBS cop drama "East New York." We ask him why a Black showrunner would want to create a cop show in a country that has profited enormously from the mass incarceration of Blacks. What is his specific approach to creating white characters in the writer's room from a Black perspective, and how does he plan to create Brown and Black unity through art? Learn more about your...
2022-10-2537 min
Brown & BlackNury Martinez and the Dirty Truth of Latino Anti-BlacknessOne of the most controversial subjects in Latino culture is Latino Anti-Blackness. It is an issue that isn't discussed or acknowledged and most Latinos prefer to avoid it altogether. It is a silent sin ingrained into the culture since the Spaniards first colonized the Americas. It is a subject our Latino co-host Jack Rico has had a reckoning with by having to confront questions from his Black co-host Mike Sargent, all due to the recent Nury Martinez scandal. For those unfamiliar, Nury Martinez, the President of the Los Angeles City Council, and her Latino colleagues were caught m...
2022-10-1630 min
Brown & BlackGrammy CEO, Harvey Mason Jr., Talks Reggaeton, Hip-Hop, Leadership, and UnityHarvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy and the first Black CEO of the organization, joins Jack and Mike to discuss the state of the Grammys, the challenge of staying innovative and relevant in a streaming world, how Reggaeton and Hip-Hop can win the top awards, and how the Grammys could expand into developing Grammy shows in other languages. We also discussed how he pivoted from basketball to the boardroom, and his advice to Brown and Black up-and-comers about what it takes to become a leader at work and in life. Learn more about y...
2022-09-0643 min
Brown & BlackUmbrella Academy's David Castañeda On The Journey To Becoming A Latino SuperheroJack and Mike interview David Castañeda, (Diego Hargreeves a.k.a. Number 2) from Netflix's 'Umbrella Academy'. They discuss his initial reluctance at being labeled a 'Latino superhero' and eventually realizing the positive contribution inhabiting that label can have. We also discuss the Batgirl cancellations and what it means for Latino actors and the work of creators of color. They also discuss comic cons, Latino whitewashing, and a potential Umbrella Academy season 4 renewal. The guys also have a heated debate about the James Franco, Fidel Castro casting debacle. They ask: should actors have the right to play any...
2022-08-231h 02
Brown & BlackWas Loyalty The Reason Desus & Mero Broke Up?To listen to our podcast, subscribe on these platforms: iTunes: https://apple.co/32hShVT Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2ZwbAZz iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/32kX6h1 Pandora: https://pdora.co/2DDeWS7 TuneIn: https://bit.ly/2WpoKG2 Follow us: Twitter @brownblackpod Instagram @brownblackpodcast YouTube @brownblackpodcast Follow Jack Rico on Twitter @jackricofficial Follow Mike Sargent Twitter @mikeonscreen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-08-0341 min
Brown & BlackOur Top 10 Movies/TV Shows of 2022... So FarJack and Mike's unified top ten list of movie and tv shows: The Valet (Hulu) Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber (Showtime) The Dropout (Hulu) The Offer (Paramount+) Father of the Bride (HBOMax) American Dream: George Carlin (HBOMax) Top Gun Maverick (Paramount) Stranger Things S4 (Netflix) Rise (Disney+) Our Father (Netflix) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-07-1144 min
Brown & Black'Father of the Bride': Is It The Future of American Latino Storytelling?The new Hispanic adaptation of HBO Max's 'Father of the Bride' (Andy García, Gloria Estefan et. al) is out streaming now. Jack and Mike review if Matt Lopez's script is the future of American Latino storytelling. Also, the guys chat about their invitation to Netflix's premiere event of 'Spiderhead' starring Chris Hemsworth, and they discuss if the experience made them clamor for the old glamour days... or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-06-2047 min
Brown & BlackIs Facebook Complicit in Uvalde Mass Shooting? Walmart Juneteenth DebacleIt's post-Memorial Day, the unofficial kick-off to the summer, and Jack and Mike fresh off their Webby win, discuss how Facebook and social media overall have contributed to the erosion of societies, evident in the Uvalde mass shooting and the Buffalo murders. The guys also discuss Walmart's Juneteenth debacle and America's long history of commodifying Black and Latino culture, and does Pandora have racist music editors or racist AI's? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-05-3137 min
Brown & BlackChef Kwame Onwuachi On His New Book 'My America: Recipes From A Young Black Chef'Chef Kwame Onwuachi has his first-ever cookbook coming out on May 17th called My America: Recipes from a Young Black Chef, which was most recently featured in TIME'S Ten Most Anticipated Cook Books for 2022. He has been named one of Food & Wine's Best New Chefs, Esquire Magazine's 2019 Chef of the Year, and is a 30 Under 30 honoree by both Zagat and Forbes. He was featured on the TIME 100 Next 2019 List and has been named the most important Chef in America by the San Francisco Chronicle. Also, Jack and Mike discuss the message the new 'Barbie' movie photo starring M...
2022-05-091h 13
Cosmic Streetcorner9. Guest Mike Sargent on Breaking New Ground In EntertainmentJeff and Alan are joined this week by producer, director, and entertainment pioneer Mike Sargent. We talk about the challenges of breaking new ground without role models, and the artist’s journey. Also discussed is how Mike grappled with show business as a person of color in the 1980s and ‘90s, and how to find – and be – a good mentor. And we dig into the latest extension of the Halo franchise! Our guest, Mike Sargent, is a film critic/maker, award winning Radio/TV/Podcast host-producer and pioneering Afrofuturist. If you can't find him in media, you're really not...
2022-04-141h 10
Brown & BlackCan Stand-Up Comedy Survive Woke Culture Today?This week, Jack and Mike welcome stand-up comedienne Leighann Lord who weighs in on the future of the stand-up comedy profession in wake of the Smith/C. Rock debacle at the Oscars. Will audience members feel emboldened to copycat Will Smith? How much is race a part of it? And should we ban roasting humor? The guys also discuss their first Webby Award Honoree Award in the Best Co-Host category! Listen to all the details of their win here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-04-111h 05
Brown & Black'The Batman' Film Review, Afrofuturism with Tim FielderTim Fielder is an artist, author, and one of the pioneers of Afrofuturism. He joins us this week to discuss Carnegie Hall's 'Afrofuturism Festival' and his thoughts on "Latinofuturism". Jack and Mike also give their first reaction of Matt Reeve's THE BATMAN. Was Robert Pattinson good in it? Did the EMO punk vibe work? Was its three-hour duration too long? Will people like this new Batman reboot? Listen in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-03-031h 09
Brown & BlackRobin Givens Talks ABC's 'Queens'This week Jack and Mike tackle Joe Rogan's use of the N-word and his subsequent apology. Was it genuine? The guys also discuss Awkwafina's "blaccent" accusations, her apology, and what will happen to her career moving forward? And actress Robin Givens is our guest this week where she discusses her appearance on ABC's 'Queens'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-02-0942 min
Brown & BlackGossip Confronts A Reckoning, Asian-Black Tensions in BasketballThis week Jack and Mike discuss Cardi B's $4 million legal win against gossip YouTuber Tasha K. and what the repercussions are for gossip bloggers and entertainment journalism. Also, the guys talk about the recent racist slurs hurled at Black basketball players in China and how these tensions were manifested in reverse with 'Linsanity'. Are Asians racist of Blacks, is it vice-versa, or is it both? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-02-0127 min
Brown & Black'Encanto': Why Do Disney Animated Latino Films Do Better Than Real-Life Latino Films?Happy 2022 everyone! In this first episode of the new year, Jack asks Mike why America is having a love affair with Disney's animated Colombian film, 'Encanto'. They both discuss why all Disney ethnic animated movies do much better versus live-action ethnic films like 'In The Heights' or 'West Side Story'. What is their success rooted in? The guys explore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-01-2341 min
Brown & BlackSteven Spielberg's 'West Side Story' - A Brown & Black DeconstructionIn what feels like a Latino remake of 'West Side Story,' Steven Spielberg brings us a retelling of a classic with new revisions to the Puerto Rican characters. Jack and Mike examine the Latino amendments Spielberg got right and wrong, in particular, the Puerto Rican accents, as well as the bigger meaning of the film for Latinos in Hollywood, and whether Black moviegoers will have a desire or incentive to see it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-12-1232 min
Brown & BlackHollywood's Accent DilemmaHappy Thanksgiving 2021! This week Mike and Jack recommend their favorite Thanksgiving movie, plus, they discuss Hollywood's history of transgressions against foreign accents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-11-2533 min
Brown & BlackDid Rosalia and The Weeknd's 'La Fama' Commit Cultural Appropriation?This week, Jack takes an issue with Rosalia and The Weeknd's new song - 'La Fama'. The song is a Bachata from the Dominican Republic, yet neither of them are from there. Is it then cultural appropriation? Mike responds. The guys also discuss writer/director Aaron Sorkin's comments about Javier Bardem's casting of Cuban Desi Arnaz in 'Being The Ricardo's'. Sorkin says, "Spanish and Cuban aren't actable." Is he right? Listen to the Brown & Black perspective on all of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-11-1431 min
Brown & BlackRebecca Hall's Film 'Passing' Asks... What Makes Someone Black?In this episode, the guys review Rebecca Hall's film 'Passing,' Written, produced, and directed by Hall, it stars Tessa Thompson and Ruth Negga. The film is based on the 1929 novel of the same name by Nella Larsen. The title refers to African-Americans who had skin color light enough to be perceived as white, the practice of which is referred to as passing. Jack looks at the film from the Latino colorism perspective, while Mike relates to a situation in his own life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-11-0832 min
Brown & BlackNetflix's Dave Chappelle Debacle, Top 10 Box-Office Analysis, The Great ResignationFor the next 30 minutes, listen to Jack and Mike having a great conversation about the Netflix-Dave Chapelle-transgender issue and what does artistic freedom mean to Ted Sarandos and Netflix? Will this weaken the streaming giant's steel armor? What do people really want from their comedians? They also discuss the top ten films at the box office and what their results say about Americans in 2021, and the guys address the white teacher who danced and mocked Native Americans in her class, WB's 'Dune' film, and Jack's take on why The Great Resignation is happening. Learn more about your...
2021-10-2429 min
Brown & BlackGina Torres Talks Telenovelas and the Power of Producing Your Own ContentActor and producer Gina Torres joins the show to discuss her new podcast project - 'Princess of South Beach'. It's a 36 episode, modern, bilingual audio telenovela series recorded in English and Spanish that reimagines the telenovela format. Torres is also a producer of her work and she takes Jack and Mike through the good and the bad of being Afro-Latina in Hollywood. And you'll want to stick around to hear two stories that happened to her on set regarding her skin color and Cuban heritage. It'll make your skin boil. Plus Mike and Jack discuss the complex...
2021-10-081h 06
Brown & BlackInvisible Heritage: A Discussion on Latino InvisibilityWe continue our Hispanic Heritage Month series as we rebroadcast our favorite Latinx interviews since the inception of the show. Jack gives Mike his take on Latino invisibility. Also, we are rebroadcasting our interview with Estuardo Rodriguez, who was in charge of getting the government to allow the creation of the Smithsonian American Latino Museum. When the museum is finished, it will be the most important Latino institution in America. Hear the interview and why this museum is crucial to American culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-10-0355 min
Brown & BlackTeresa Hsiao On 'Awkwafina', Comedy and Asian/Latino RepresentationTeresa Hsiao is the creator, writer, and showrunner of 'Awkwafina is Nora from Queens' on Comedy Central. She gives us details about season two of the show, her thoughts on the Asian boom in Hollywood, her approach to doing comedy in 2021, and her disbelief at how Hollywood hasn't already created a Latino wave on screen. Mike discusses directing his new horror film. Jack discusses hosting a new Spotify Original show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-09-1448 min
Sargent: On Track PodcastMLB Player Mike Bordick slides in to chat about mentorshipMLB Shortstop & Maine native Mike Bordick joins Herb and Emily to talk about mentorship and his baseball career. Glove use is our safety topic this week along with some COVID talk. There's a new Price-Is-Right winner and we take a moment of silence in remembrance of 9/11.Mike Bordick Podcast: https://www.audible.com/pd/Podcast/B08JJR7D8SIf you liked this week’s episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an...
2021-09-0744 min
Brown & BlackCarlos López Estrada and Kelly Marie Tran Discuss 'Summertime,' Poetry in CinemaThis week we welcome director Carlos López Estrada and actor/producer Kelly Marie Tran to discuss their new film collaboration - 'Summertime'. Jack and Mike also explore the importance of spoken word and poetry in cinema. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-07-1136 min
Brown & Black'Black Widow' Review, Musician Yasser Tejeda Talks New EP and State of Dominican Music TodayIn this episode, Mike and Jack review the MCU's real first lady - Black Widow. Mike then welcomes Dominican musician Yasser Tejeda who discusses his new acoustic EP 'Interior' and shares how in the Dominican Republic his conservatory did not teach him how to play Bachata or Merengue. Mike explores the topic further in the interview. Tejeda's music is a fusion of Dominican experiences merging the traditional Dominican culture with Jimi Hendrix, bebop, and the blues. Tejeda grew up in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, moved to Boston to study at the famed Berklee School of Music, and i...
2021-07-0254 min
Brown & BlackJasmine Cephas-Jones on STARZ's 'Blindspotting,' Controlling Fear, and the 'In The Heights' ControversyActress and singer Jasmine Cephas-Jones joins the show to discuss her new show on STARZ, 'Blindspotting,' the TV adaptation of the 2008 film directed by Carlos López Estrada starring Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casals. Jack and Mike also discuss the new storytelling trend of spoken word in film and television plus the controversy of the Latinx musical 'In The Heights' which her fiancé Anthony Ramos is the lead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-06-2339 min
Brown & BlackWill 'In The Heights' Be #1 At The Box Office?Jack and Mike are celebrating their 50th episode of 'Brown & Black'! In this episode, the guys reflect back on fifty episodes and how not only did America change but how they changed as well. Then they discuss the Amazon/MGM merger, along with the WarnerMedia/Discovery+ merger too. How will art be affected by the streaming industry and business? And will 'In The Heights' be #1 at the box office? Mike and Jack discuss, predict and analyze a whole series of outcomes that will help or prevent Latinx stories from flourishing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
2021-05-3144 min
Brown & BlackThe American Apartheid of Latinos / Why Does Hollywood Need To Remake Foreign Films?The 2021 Oscars had the most amount of diverse and inclusive winners ever... except for Latinos who were invisible once again. Why and how do Latinos fix it? Also, Hollywood is remaking 'Another Round' with Leonardo DiCaprio, which just won the Oscar for Best International Feature. Why does Hollywood need to remake foreign films? What is the cultural and social implications of it? Is it American Supremacy? And white girls have stolen an idea from a Black Clubhouse room and they just got signed by a major agency. Why didn't the Black members? Jack and Mike talk it out.
2021-05-0335 min
Brown & BlackEXCLUSIVE: Dr. Barnor Hesse Discusses His '8 White Identities' (Part 1)In this special two-part episode of 'Brown & Black,' we bring you an EXCLUSIVE interview with Dr. Barnor Hesse, the creator of the much talked about '8 White Identities' that has rattled right-wing media personalities such as Megyn Kelly and Ben Shapiro. In his first-ever US interview, Dr. Hesse breaks down each of the '8 White Identities' and the origins of how they came to be. He also explains to Mike and Jack the formation of race, the history of Black political thought, and amongst many other topics, why he has never given an interview to American media outlet...
2021-03-2848 min
Brown & Black'TheSnyderCut' Review, 'Teen Vogue' RevoltsThis week Jack and Mike discuss HBOMax's new 'Justice League' remake by director Zack Snyder. They also discuss Alexi McCammond's departure from Teen Vogue even for racist Asian tweets when she was 17 years-old. Is cancel culture not allowing teens to grow up now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-03-2145 min
Brown & BlackSpike Lee, The Grammys, #TheSnyderCutThis week Jack and Mike talk to the legendary director Spike Lee about his new film 'Da 5 Bloods,' Black Superman, the power of art and if NYC will return to its glory. Plus the guys talk the future of Grammys and award shows, plus debate the bigger significance of HBOMax's #TheSnyderCut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-03-1441 min
Brown & BlackCarlos Lopéz Estrada On Directing Disney's 'Raya and the Last Dragon'Mexican-American director Carlos Lopéz Estrada joins Jack and Mike to discuss working for the last several years on making 'Raya and the Last Dragon' for Disney. He explains what he learned as a director, storyteller and leader from Disney creatives, why as a Latino it's okay for him to direct culturally foreign narratives, and what he really believes about the 'Blue Beetle,' the first Latino superhero on the big screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-03-0634 min
Brown & BlackActor Randall Park Talks Hollywood And The American DreamThis is one of out best episodes. Jack and Mike welcome comedian, actor, producer Randall Park. You know him from many hit movie and television shows ('Fresh Off The Boat,' 'The Interview,' 'Always Be My Maybe') and he is now reprising his role as Jimmy Woo in Disney+'s Marvel show 'WandaVision'. In our interview, we discussed comedy actors becoming drama actors, what the American Dream is today, why he thinks Latino stories aren't being greenlit by studios, and how he thought 'Fresh Off The Boat' would never be picked up, The guys also discuss...
2021-02-2846 min
Brown & BlackHow Blacks Made 'Clubhouse' Lit, Queen Joan Baker Talks How POC Can Break Into Voiceover Acting'Clubhouse' is the hottest and most exclusive app around right now. Jack and Mike discuss their experiences with the app and how Blacks have been the reason it has taken off. Voiceover Queen Joan Baker joins the show to discuss why there are no Black movie trailer voices today, why being bilingual is an advantage, and how POC can break into the business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-02-141h 06
Brown & BlackMovie Reviews: 'Judas & The Black Messiah,' 'Malcolm & Marie' And MoreThis week Jack and Mike give cultural context and meaning behind four movies which you might be interested in watching this week - 'Trial of the Chicago 7,' 'Judas & The Black Messiah,' 'The Little Things,' and 'Malcolm & Marie'. The guys also discuss last episode's guest Donnell Rawling's and his comments on Latinos needing to be "more patient" in waiting for their success to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-02-071h 09
Brown & BlackHow Comedian Donnell Rawlings Is Building His Black PowerComedian, actor, radio host and entrepreneur Donnell Rawlings is currently one of the hottest acts in comedy right now. He was recently featured in the acclaimed Pixar animated hit film "Soul," and has been performing alongside Dave Chappelle, Joe Rogan and many more in cities such as Yellow Springs, Ohio. His long list of credentials would make any person envious, but in this episode, Rawlings discusses how he is building his Black Power. He also talks about the moment he knew he went from good to great and why restless Latinos who want to achieve power need to just...
2021-01-301h 00
Brown & BlackThe Brown & Black Inauguration and the Return of Pop CultureIt was a Brown and Black Inauguration as Jennifer Lopez performed, Amanda Gorman recited the Inaugural poem, and Vice President Kamala Harris was sworn into office. Jack and Mike discuss the Jennifer Lopez "Let's Get Loud" lyric controversy she slipped in at the Inauguration performance, as well as how Amanda Gorman will handle her new found fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-01-2322 min
Brown & BlackWhite Horror: Revisiting The Uncomfortable Beauty of 'Antebellum' With Filmmakers Bush + RenzThis week we are visited by filmmakers Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz (a.k.a Bush + Renz) who directed 'Antebellum,' arguably the most polarizing film of 2020. But in the aftermath of the recent Capitol riots, we revisit the uncomfortable beauty of 'Antebellum' with the duo. Plus, Mike and Jack give their Brown and Black takes on the Kamala Harris and Vogue backlash, and they ask why are so many white women wanting to pass as Latinas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-01-1654 min
Brown & BlackWhite America: The Cult of Complicity and PrivilegeHappy 2021 everyone! Or is it? On this first episode of the new year, Jack and Mike assess the white coordination attacks of the Capitol Hill takeover. White politicians are in on it, white law enforcement is in on it, white America is in on it. So what does this mean for Brown & Black folks? How do we get the same privilege without getting shot, paralyzed or arrested for standing up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-01-0823 min
Brown & BlackA Few Words (And Stories) On Christmas And 2020Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! This is our last episode of 2020 and Jack and Mike decide to shoot the breeze about their Christmas traditions, favorite Christmas movies and the year that was 2020. Brown & Black Music - D'zillla Corona Carol available on all digital platforms: https://li.sten.to/axi3RiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-12-2435 min
Brown & Black'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom,' 'One Night In Miami' Film ReviewsThis week Mike and Jack analyze the now notorious Tom Cruise rant and what it means for his legacy and the future of movie-making, how will people react to Eddie Murphy's 'Coming To America 2' sequel 32 years after its original release, and is the Latinx Christmas film 'Nothing For The Holidays' for all Latinos? Plus, they review two Black films releasing this holiday season - George C. Wolfe's 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom,' and Regina King's 'One Night In Miami'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-12-2035 min
Brown & BlackDirector Keith McQuirter On Achieving Brown & Black Unity Through MusicIt's mid-December and Jack and Mike welcome director Keith McQuirter to discuss his new EPIX series "By Any Means Necessary: The Times of Godfather of Harlem''. The four-part docu-series brings alive the dramatic true story of Black and Brown Harlem and its music during the 1960s and it how connects that history to our present moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-12-1244 min
Brown & BlackReginald Hudlin On Disney's 'Safety,' Why Latinx Stories Don't Get Hollywood Love, Can The Comic Book Industry Be Saved Through Diversity?Director Reginald Hudlin, ('House Party,' 'Boomerang,' 'Marshall') discusses his new Disney movie 'Safety' out on streaming now. Hudlin is a screenwriter, director, producer, media executive and comic-book writer. He was the former President of Entertainment for BET, has written numerous graphic novels, co-produced the 2016 Academy Awards as well as the Emmys. He also earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture as a producer for Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained. He talks about telling Black stories at Disney, what he believes are the key reasons why Latinx stories aren't breaking through in Hollywood, and if the comic book...
2020-12-1156 min
Brown & BlackWhite Validation: Does Brown & Black Culture Need To Be Validated By Whites?Tony-winning actor James Iglehart (Genie from 'Aladdin') joins the program to discuss his new HGTV show 'Biggest Little Christmas Showdown'. He also talks to Jack and Mike about 2020's backlash on 'Hamilton,' and what diversity will look like on Broadway in 2021. The guys also review two movies - Pixar's 'Soul' and the Billie Holiday documentary, 'Billie'. They also have a provocative conversation on why Black actors and Black stories are still being legitimized by white critics and white outlets. Why can't they be legitimized by Black and Brown prestige outlets? Why isn't that enough? L...
2020-12-061h 11
Brown & BlackThe Best Black & Latino Horror Movies To StreamOn this episode Jack and Mike recommend six Latino and African-American black horror films you can stream from the comfort of your own home this Halloween weekend. Mike recommends three Black horror films and Jack recommends three Latino horror films of his own. Listen now to see what they picked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-11-2832 min
Brown & BlackWhat Does History Tell Us About A Brown and Black Future In America?"No self-respecting government is going to teach you a history that's going to allow you to have the tools to change the system." Paul Ortiz, historian and author of the book "An African-American and Latinx History of the United States" joins the show to discuss with Mike and Jack about the plethora of historical contributions Brown and Black people have made in America. He also touches upon our own self-hatred and why it still affects us, why the educational system doesn't favor Black and Latinos, and why Hollywood is a bastion for white propaganda and how Broadway's H...
2020-11-2044 min
Brown & BlackEveryone Is Anti-BlackOn today's episode Mike and Jack talk to about the Eva Longoria anti-black comments that created a backlash with Black Twitter. Journalist, political commentator and scholar-activist Rosa Alicia Clemente, who served as Eva's advisor throughout the fiasco, joins the show to discuss what happened and provide context on anti-black history with Latinos and Blacks. Rosa argues everyone is anti-black, but if so, can some be forgiven? She also sounds-off on why we should seek historians and professors for enlightenment and stop looking at celebrities like John Leguizamo and Lin-Manuel Miranda as Latinx leaders. Learn more about your...
2020-11-1452 min
The Black Film Space PodcastMike Sargent (On Reviewing Films)In our latest episode of the Black Film Space Podcast, we interview Mike Sargent, a film critic, writer and director. Mike is the Chief film critic for WBAI Radio's REELWORLD, the host of WBAI's NITESHIFT & the creator & host of ARISE ON SCREEN, which is the first African American-hosted film review television show. We talk to Mike about what makes a good film critic, the relationship between a filmmaker and a film-critic, his process for reviewing films & much more!
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2020-11-091h 08
Brown & BlackAmerica : The End Of A Chapter And The Beginning Of A New Era?Welcome to the last episode of the daily election series of the Brown and Black podcast. We have a new President of the United States and his name is Joe Biden. On this episode Jack and Mike explore the "now what" scenario - what will a Biden Presidency mean for Latinos and Blacks ? How will Biden meet the challenge of unifying the country? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-11-0829 min
Brown & BlackThe Greatest Conspiracy Heard Around The WorldDay 2 of our daily series where Mike and Jack distill the election chaos of the US Presidency from a Brown and Black perspective. They also discuss racial implications from Trump's briefing towards pollsters and is the media complicit in aggrandizing Trump? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-11-0718 min
Brown & BlackWhy Did So Many Black and Latinos Vote For Trump?Jack and Mike are going to do daily podcasts to discuss the circus that is The White House until we officially call who the next President of the United States is. Here's the first of hopefully a few episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-11-0627 min
Brown & BlackContent in 2020: Are New Black and Latinx Media Hires Tokenism?; Film Review 'The Wall of Mexico'Jack and Mike take a look at the recent growing number of hired Black media executives and ask if they will fulfill the promise of transforming the content we see in 2021. And will Latinx executives be left behind? The guys also begin a new movie review segment focusing on Brown and Black movies with "The Wall of Mexico" starring Esai Morales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-10-0635 min
Brown & BlackEmmys Diversity Dilemma, Mindset of Latino Republicans, Interview with Costume Designers Sharen Davis, Michelle ColeWe welcome award-winning costume designers Michelle Cole and Sharen Davis whom are both nominated for Primetime Emmys this year for Outstanding Costume Designing. But before Mike and Jack interview Michelle and Sharen, they discuss the mindset of Latino Republicans and Latinos for Trump, plus they're thoughts on the profusion of Blacks and women nominated against the backdrop of no Latinx nominated in any major category. Michelle Cole is nominated this year for Outstanding Contemporary Costumes for ABC's Blackish. This is the 3rd year in a row that she's nominated, and this is also her 7th...
2020-09-201h 03
Brown & BlackJohn Leguizamo Unfiltered On Why Studios Don't Greenlight Latinx Films; The Virtual New York Latino Film Festival 2020 ; New Academy Diversity RulesThis week Jack and Mike welcome the one and only John Leguizamo who is debuting as a director on the big screen with Latinx chess film, 'Critical Thinking'. Leguizamo who gave an unfiltered and uncensored interview, discussed the challenges of financing Latinx films, why major studios rarely release them anymore, the enduring influence of 1988's 'Stand and Deliver,' the psycho-social erasure of Latinx in media and politics, the enigma of Latinos for Trump, colorism and racism amongst Latinos, especially on Spanish-language TV (Telemundo), should white filmmakers still tell Latinx/Black stories, what kind of films he wants to...
2020-09-131h 02
Sargent: On Track PodcastHUGE Sargent Fans from Outside the Company, with a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT at the end!Today Tasha and I are joined by Bob Shaw and Kevin Adams, two gents whose support make SO MUCh possible for our company. They take the "Mike to the Company" and you'll want to hear what they have to say! Safety, Shout-outs, and a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT.If you liked this week’s episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us
2020-09-0347 min
Brown & BlackAcademy-Award Winner Kevin Willmott and Trai Byers Discuss '24th', Black Historical Dramas, Getting Latinx Films Greenlit and Why "History Owns Us""We don't own history, the history owns us," "POV is critical to storytelling in history," "I had a producer literally tell me once, 'white people don't want to see movies where all the white people are bad," "The promise of America and the reality of America... that's what '24th' is all about." These are some of the quotes you'll hear in this latest episode of 'Brown & Black' where our features guests are Academy-Award winning writer Kevin Willmott (director, writer, producer '24th') and Trai Byers from FOX's 'Empire' (actor, writer, producer '24th') discuss the difficulties of getting...
2020-09-0356 min
Brown & BlackHow America Commodified HateThis week Jack and Mike share their thoughts on the DNC and the division, hate, and animosity that news networks have commercialized for profit, ratings and so much more. Also, they discuss the "Blackifying" of white Hollywood movies with the news that Will Smith and Kevin Hart are remaking "Planes, Train and Automobiles". Plus, did you hear about Susan B. Anthony's racist past? Subscribe, share and review to our podcast on these platforms: iTunes: https://apple.co/32hShVT Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2ZwbAZz iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/32kX6h1
2020-08-2434 min
The Revolución Podcast#106: Jack Rico and Mike Sargent (Part 2), Film and Pop Critics and Co-Hosts of the Brown & Black PodcastThis week brings the conclusion to the interview with film and culture critics Jack Rico (NBC, Telemundo) and Mike Sargent (FOX Business, PBS). Rico, who is Latinx, and Sargent, who is African American, are the talent behind the Brown & Black podcast. In this episode, Jack talks about hearing his sportscaster uncles cry "Goooooooooal" during a soccer game and how that inspired him as a kid, how Mike once reacted when a former boss told him he didn't like Black folks - but that Mike was okay - and why this time the #BlackLivesMatter protests may bring lasting social change...
2020-08-1731 min
Brown & BlackKamala Harris Is About To Face Hate, The Toxicity of TV News, Composer Amanda Jones And The Color Of MusicOur guest today is music composer Amanda Jones, the first African-American woman to be nominated in the Outstanding Music Composition for a Documentary Series or Special for Original Dramatic Score for the episode "Maine" from Apple TV+'s documentary series Home. Black female composers are rarely ever nominated for Emmys and are less than 1% of the industry, which is why Jones's nomination is so significant. In this episode, we ask her the magnitude of her selection, what the "color" of her music is, her thoughts on pop music today, and whether she believes we should enter the era of...
2020-08-1655 min
The Revolución Podcast#105: Jack Rico and Mike Sargent (Part 1), Film and Pop Critics and Co-Hosts of the Brown & Black PodcastThis week, film and culture critics Jack Rico (NBC, Telemundo) and Mike Sargent (FOX Business, PBS) join co-hosts Diego Lastra, Ana Crandell and Court Stroud. Rico, who is Latinx, and Sargent, who is African American, are the talent behind the Brown & Black podcast. In this episode, they talk about what's really going on with Kanye West, why science fiction and comedy can speak to the human condition without being preachy and the path Mike Sargent took to becoming the first Black critic to host a TV show about film EVER. (Part 1 of 2)
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2020-08-1033 min
Brown & BlackLatinx Emmy Uproar, Beyoncé's 'Black Is King', The Smithsonian National Museum of the American LatinoOur featured guest this week is Estuardo Rodríguez, President and CEO of the Friends of the American Latino Museum, a campaign to create the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino in Washington DC's National Mall. Jack and Mike ask him the questions that are on all of our minds - when will the museum open, how much it will cost to build, will all Latino culture be included, and why wasn't it called The Latinx Museum? Mike and Jack also tackle the very controversial Primetime Emmy nominations which did not include one single Latinx nominee in...
2020-08-051h 12
Brown & BlackMillennial Mayor Michael Tubbs On Reparations, Influence, and Brown Black UnityOur guest this week is millennial Mayor Michael Tubbs who at 26 years-old became the youngest Mayor of a major American city in 2016, and the first African American mayor of Stockton, California. Now at age 29, Jack and Mike catch up with him to discuss his new HBO Documentary Stockton On My Mind, reparations, being in the room where it happens, brown and black unity amongst many and if he has any plans to run for President. Mike and Jack also discuss whether there is enough Hispanic-American contributions to create a Smithsonian Latino Museum, the Los Angeles Times Latino...
2020-07-2646 min
Brown & BlackGeorge Lopez On George Floyd, Cultural Identity And The Power of ComedyComedian, actor, producer George Lopez joins our show to discuss his new Netflix show We'll Do It For Half. In the interview, Jack Rico and Mike Sargent ask Lopez about why he has never worked with Netflix before until now, why Covid-19, George Floyd and Black Lives Matter were not a part of his special, the role and responsibility of comedy and comedians beyond making us laugh, why comedians can make transitions to drama but not dramatic actors to comedy, why America's Mexican has never taken his comedy tour to Mexico City, and his thoughts on if...
2020-07-151h 01
Brown & BlackWill The Tik-Tok Generation Elect The New President?, Should White Storytellers Still Be Allowed To Tell Diverse Stories?This week, Jack and Mike discuss how social media has created a visible and actionable generation of young, multicultural American political activists (Trump never saw it coming in Tulsa) that will become of voting age in the next 2-4 years; Also, after watching Damon Lindeloff's 'Watchmen' on HBO, Mike and Jack debate whether white storytellers should still be allowed to tell Black, Latinx or diverse stories moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-06-2942 min
Brown & BlackThe Conundrum Of Afro-Latinos In The Black Lives Matter MovementMike and Jack interview Afro-Latino children's book author and illustrator, Eric Velasquez, about the power and context of Afro-Latino images in media. They also tackle the age-old question: is he more Black than Latino or more Latino than Black? If both, how? Follow Mike Sargent Twitter @mikeonscreen Follow Jack Rico on Twitter @jackricofficial Follow us on Twitter @brownblackpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-06-2141 min
Brown & BlackWhite Media Is Understanding The Hard Way Why Image Representation MattersWhite media has taken a beating this week after many of its magazine and digital platforms have seen their main figureheads toppled by accusation of racism and bias. But will all the remorseful apologies last and create true industry change of equality ? Jack and Mike get into why image representation matters more than federal policy changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-06-1432 min
Brown & BlackBonus: Brown And Black Living In A White CultureOn this fourth episode, Jack and Mike get real about being Black in a Latino group and being Latino in a Black group. They also discuss Afro-Latino identity and if they're black enough to feel they have enough skin in the BlackLivesMatter cause. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-06-0437 min
Brown & BlackThe Virus Of Consumerism And Its Post-Covid FutureOn this first episode of our new series on the future of America's cultural and entertainment industry post covid-19, Mike Sargent and Jack Rico explore what our world will look like after we re-open our cities and communities. To answer that, we first take a look at the history of consumerism and how, like a virus, it has spread its disease in our environment and our American worth. The mission of this podcast is to unite the two most powerful and influential cultural demographics in the United States - Latinx and Black - to fill a colossal...
2020-05-2932 min
Brown & BlackThe Disease Of Over-Productivity on Latinos and BlacksMike Sargent and Jack Rico discuss the pressures to constantly be productive and how it affects minorities the most. The root could be somewhere within the profit machine of America, sports, and how black and Latino athletes are the guinea pigs. Also, AMC theaters vs. Hollywood studios, how are we ultimately affected? Quibi has been having a tough time getting subscriptions. Will it fail? CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg gives his opinion. And Disney has decided to release its $75 million 'Hamilton' film on Disney+ on July 3rd. Will it be a hit or a flop?
2020-05-2245 min
Brown & BlackRace Is Rearing Its Ugly Head During Covid-19On this debut episode Jack and Mike discuss life under quarantine, how consumption habits are changing before our eyes and tease a future series of what the world of entertainment will look like post Covid-19. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-04-2036 min
Brown & BlackBrown & Black - Trailer'Brown & Black' is a new podcast exploring the convergence of race and pop culture, hosted by two diverse voices, one Latinx and one Black, to fill a needed void in rethinking how pop culture news and opinion is conveyed in America today. Jack Rico and Mike Sargent, two national film and culture critics seen on TODAY and FOX Business News, interview filmmakers, artists and journalists to examine the complex nature of entertainment and race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2020-02-1205 min
TatterEpisode 45: Correctional Training (w/ J. Pfaff & M. Rocque)ABOUT THIS EPISODE
John Pfaff is Professor of Law at Fordham University, and has areas of expertise that include prisons, criminal law, and sentencing law. Michael Rocque is Associate Professor of Sociology at Bates College, and his areas of expertise include criminological theory, racial disparities in the criminal justice system, and desistance from crime. He has also worked as Senior Research Advisor with the Maine Department of Corrections. In this episode, we use the recent death of Jeffrey Epstein as well as ongoing mass shootings as jumping off points for a wide-ranging conversation about jail and prison conditions...
2019-08-2259 min