Shows
What's the Word?Black Gods, Technicolor GoonsStephanie is joined by Kimeko of "Love, Pop Culture" and Ernie Suggs for a year-in-review discussion on Lizzo, black creators that changed the game in 2019 and the continued risk facing black lives. For more daily "Get Your Learn On" moments, follow us at:IG: @wtwpodcastatl Twitter: @wtwpodcast1
2019-12-301h 08What's the Word?REWIND: Come and get your soul foodHappy Thanksgiving! We're resharing our 2018 candid conversation with vegan chef Kimberly @mightbevegan on holiday horror stories, soul food and black health.For more daily "Get Your Learn On" moments, follow us at:IG: @wtwpodcastatlTwitter: @wtwpodcast1
2019-11-281h 19What's the Word?Pastor of NoneAmber, Stephanie and guest host Kia Speaks come to the altar to pray over the state of the black church. Plus, we discuss the majesty of Robyn Crawford and Whitney and Disney movies.***Please subscribe, rate, review and tell a friend!****For more daily "Get Your Learn On" moments, follow us at:IG: https://www.instagram.com/wtwpodcastatl/Twitter: https://twitter.com/homeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wtwpodcastatl/
2019-11-131h 02What's the Word?Sign a Petition, Save a LifeAmber and Stephanie cover the alarming number of missing black girls and the injustice of Rodney Reed's pending execution. Plus, the Vs. is devoted to our fave John Witherspoon.Links to note:Sign the petition to keep Rodney from execution: https://www.change.org/p/stop-the-execution-of-rodney-reed. More on his story: https://www.washingtonpost.com/crime-law/2019/11/06/texas-plans-execute-man-this-month-murder-his-lawyers-say-someone-else-confessed-crime/Popeyes madnesshttps://www.tmz.com/2019/11/06/popeyes-chicken-sandwich-staying-menu-madness-murder-security/
2019-11-0755 minWhat's the Word?Nightmare on Cali streetsCalifornia is living a nightmare, and we can't with two of hip-hop's most toxic voices. Plus, Amber and Stephanie discuss black people in horror films and "Dolemite."Some links to review from this episode:Black people in horror films:https://www.theroot.com/whyd-they-kill-tyrone-unpacking-blackness-in-horror-fi-1839332623Cali is burning https://apple.news/Afn3jjcs0SlqnCnV2bXeH5wKirk Franklin stands against Christian hypociteshttps://www.ajc.com/news/gospel-artist-kirk-franklin-says-boycotting-dove-awards/p0OU50jWohtFDrB7WtXnPL/For more daily "Get Your Learn On" moments, follow us at:IG: @wtwpodcastatlTwitter: @wtwpodcast1
2019-10-301h 03What's the Word?Lynch MobsterWe explore the history of lynching and why politicizing is trash. Plus, we examine the challenges of being degreed and black.Join our e-mail list for free stuff and facts: https://bit.ly/3609GBIFor more daily "Get Your Learn On" moments, follow us at:IG: @wtwpodcastatlTwitter: @wtwpodcast1
2019-10-231h 01What's the Word?No Justice, No PeaceAmber and Stephanie review the week of black excellence, police coverups and unadulterated lightskinnededness. Plus, we discuss the listeners-pick topic of black maternity.For more daily "Get Your Learn On" moments, follow us at:IG: @wtwpodcastatl Twitter: @wtwpodcast1
2019-10-111h 19What's the Word?White womanin'Nobody's here for Amber's crocodile tears nor showboating from the Becky's of Congress. Amber and Stephanie are here for two classic films about racial injustice in this week's versus.For more daily "Get Your Learn On" moments, follow us at:IG: @wtwpodcastatl Twitter: @wtwpodcast1
2019-10-021h 01What's the Word?Clear and Present DangerAmber and Stephanie dig into the dangers of bullies, climate change and an overzealous "left." Some links we referred to in this week's episode:Climate change kid, Greta Thunberg: https://www.cnn.com/2019/09/23/weather/greta-thunberg-unga-climate-speech-intl/index.htmlWhite nationalism now “major terror threat” http://www.my9nj.com/group-content-team/white-nationalism-is-now-recognized-as-a-major-terror-threat-by-the-department-of-homeland-securityUpdate on ex-Dallas cop who killed neighbor:https://www.foxnews.com/us/ex-dallas-cop-who-fatally-shot-neighbor-distracted-by-sexting-police-partner-prosecutors-sayFor more daily "Get Your Learn On" moments, follow us at:IG: @wtwpodcastatl Twitter: @wtwpodcast1
2019-09-261h 112019-09-181h 05What's the Word?A-Town Get DownWe explore the fails and wins at OneMusic Fest and Black Girls Rock. Plus, we how Atlanta is helping Bahamian victims of Hurricane Dorian. https://www.caring4others.org/partnerships/convoy-of-care/
2019-09-121h 05What's the Word?Texas Hold 'EmAmber and Stephanie discuss the "gamble" that is living in Texas right now, toxic black moms and celebrate our bestie Beyonce's birthday.
2019-09-041h 03What's the Word?The Cancel CliqueAmber and Stephanie check the overzealous cancel culture and stan for Missy and the other MTV VMA all-stars.
2019-08-2954 minWhat's the Word?Hot-n-Spicy TakesGet your Louisiana hot sauce ready for Amber and Stephanie's dishing on transphobia, dating in 2019 and the chicken sammich debate of the century.
2019-08-211h 012019-08-141h 05What's the Word?Working While BlackThe struggle is real when it comes to being black in corporate America (and elsewhere).
2019-07-311h 04What's the Word?Go, where?!?Amber and Stephanie talk about virtually nobody believing black women, black adjacent cultures and our favorite black miniseries of yesteryear.
2019-07-251h 042019-07-1750 minWhat's the Word?The Black CarpetWe chat all things BET Awards, the woes of having a womb and who we aren't inviting to our black carpet.
2019-06-2659 minWhat's the Word?Seasons change, but the BS doesn'tWe're back! Amber + Stephanie discuss: the white-splaining of Juneteenth, new slavery for women, "Pose" and Megan thee Stallion!
2019-06-191h 02What's the Word?SissssssstaaaaaahAmber and Stephanie celebrate Women's History Month with a special shoutout to our Sistafriends!Social media:Instagram: @wtwpodcastatlTwitter: wtwpodcast1Facebook: www.facebook.com/wtwpodcastatl/Email: whatsthewordshow@gmail.com
2019-03-071h 39What's the Word?Juss Say NoCan we just start Black History Month over?Social media:Instagram: @wtwpodcastatlTwitter: wtwpodcast1Facebook: www.facebook.com/wtwpodcastatl/Email: whatsthewordshow@gmail.com
2019-02-201h 27What's the Word?Waiting to InhaleYou ain't gotta lie to kick it, Kamala! Amber and Stephanie are joined by Culture critic/journalist Ernie Suggs to dissect Blackface and separatism.
2019-02-141h 43What's the Word?ATL - Innit?The Super Bowl has left the city! Amber and Stephanie talk about the whirlwind weekend that rocked Atlanta, including 21 Savage's recent arrest by ICE. Plus two of the most iconic Black films go head-to-head in this week's Vs.Social media:Instagram: @wtwpodcastatlTwitter: wtwpodcast1Facebook: www.facebook.com/wtwpodcastatl/Email: whatsthewordshow@gmail.com
2019-02-061h 252019-01-301h 08What's the Word?These Are Da Breaks!Amber and Stephanie talk Oscar nominations and snubs, whether they should cancel certain female musician pioneers, and Kamala 2020! Social media:Instagram: @wtwpodcastatlTwitter: wtwpodcast1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wtwpodcastatl/Email: whatsthewordshow@gmail.com
2019-01-241h 16What's the Word?Facts on Facts2019: The year of the black woman; the downfall of the toxic male and the culture snatchers.Stay Connected:Instagram: @wtwpodcastatlTwitter: wtwpodcast1Facebook: /wtwpodcastatlEmail: whatsthewordshow@gmail.com
2019-01-161h 33What's the Word?Can't spell rape without the 'R'Amber and Stephanie are back to cover the glory of the Golder Globes, Cyntoia Brown's release and the generational curses that likely led to "surviving R. Kelly." Plus a fan-picked VS. for 90's babies.
2019-01-091h 11What's the Word?Audios, Amigos!Amber and Stephanie reflect on some of the most inspiring moments from 2018, along with some of the f*ckery from the year. Plus, the toughest Vs. to date - see y'all in 2019!
2018-12-191h 30What's the Word?King, where?Amber and Stephanie address this week's royalty fails, academy wins as well as Cyntoia Brown and our rigged justice system.
2018-12-121h 24What's the Word?Nothing is Free.99Amber and Stephanie discuss Sandra Bland, Meek Mill + the cost of freedom after conviction and Michelle Obama and the sacrifice of marriage. Plus, this week's VS. celebrates Jay-Z's best cuts from "Blueprint".
2018-12-051h 12What's the Word?Treat Her RightAmber and Stephanie delve deep into the stigma of Black women being "too independent" to date, how some men and women struggle to properly love a strong woman, plus a versus between two iconic Beyoncé anthems.
2018-11-281h 05What's the Word?Food for ThoughtAmber and Stephanie marinate on Thanksgiving and the complicated love for soul food with vegan chef Kimberly of @Mightbvegan.
2018-11-221h 19What's the Word?Sista-tuitionBlack women have taken over the halls of the Senate, have predicted threats of mass shooters, plus Stacey Abrams continues her fight for a fair gubernatorial election.
2018-11-1457 minWhat's the Word?For ShirleyAmber and Stephanie dive into the long list of black women who fought the good fight this election season.
2018-11-0749 min2018-10-311h 18What's the Word?Ain't I A Woman?Amber and Stephanie explore the wonders and traumas of being a Black woman in America.
2018-10-241h 22What's the Word?Clout ChasersAmber and Stephanie discuss why Elizabeth Warren should have kept her DNA results to herself, the BET Hip-Hop Awards, a true farewell to Ye, and a face-off between two iconic inspirational Black teen films!
2018-10-171h 112018-10-111h 04What's the Word?For the culture or nah?Amber and Stephanie are joined by a special guest, Sean of Civil Writes, this week. The crew critiques the state of hip-hop, the A3C Festival and fratboy privilege.IG: @wtwpodcastatl Twitter: @wtwpodcast1
2018-10-041h 19What's the Word?Ghost BustersAmber and Stephanie discuss what everyone hates in dating: ghosting. Plus, they share their own #WhyIDidntReport experiences.
2018-09-261h 01What's the Word?Smear CampaignAmber and Stephanie call bull on the Botham Jean case. They also sift through the hits and misses at the Emmys and Katt Williams' beef-filled week.
2018-09-2057 minWhat's the Word?Let the church say: HELL TO THE NAWAmber and Stephanie kiki about the hottest tea served from The Bobby Brown Story! They also read the black church for filth and gleefully swim in the ocean of white tears floating around the recent NIKE ad starring our favorite activist-athlete Colin Kaepernick.
2018-09-081h 10What's the Word?Rest in SoulAmber and Stephanie pay tribute to the late Aretha Franklin while throwing hella shade at Nicki Minaj (what's her problem?!) Plus, they explore misogynoir as they gush over the new season of insecure.
2018-08-231h 01What's the Word?The A-ListBlack women on international magazine covers everywhere! Plus Amber and Stephanie delve deep inside athletic activism and its impact on today's sports.
2018-08-0957 minWhat's the Word?For us, by us.Amber and Steph are talking cultural appropriation and how to combat that culture snatching with black ownership. Also, we touch on codeswitching, listener topic picks and "Sorry to Bother You."
2018-07-261h 002018-07-1153 minWhat's the Word?Live in AtlantaIn their first live podcast, Amber and Stephanie chop it up about Juneteenth, The Carters' "Everything is Love," generational trauma and toxic masculinity.
2018-06-2958 min
What's the Word?Strategic BeefAmber and Stephanie break down the psychology behind rap beefs and the new NFL national anthem policy, plus an especially divisive poll at the end.
2018-06-071h 09What's the Word?Light Skin PrivilegeIn their official podcast debut, Amber and Stephanie discuss the royal wedding, “existing while black,” their personal experiences with colorism and temporarily revoking a popular hip-hop star’s “black card.” Also, stay tuned to the end of the show for the head-to-head poll on “Martin” vs. “Fresh Prince.”
2018-05-3158 minWhat's the Word?Cultural CringeThe 'What's the Word?' crew chats about the cultural cringe of Bill Cosby and Kanye West.
2018-05-311h 062018-05-3159 min