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Four Layered TakesBack That Azz Up On Organ: Our Review of They Cloned TyroneIn today's show, we review "They Cloned Tyrone" and briefly touch on "The Blackening." (Also, quick thoughts on Carlee Russell.)
Our takes today...
The science doesn't have to science, it's social commentary; John Boyega is THAT DUDE; we have to break our generational (loop) trauma; Black people who can't play Spades shouldn't be punished; Christopher Nolan doesn't miss; Marcus thinks the guy who ran Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory also coached in the SEC; lastly, "The Bear" is a great show and some of our other TV picks.
Mimi and Kim have some journeys...
2023-07-261h 40Four Layered TakesWhat to Watch During the Writer’s Strike: A Quick ”Checking-In” showToday’s show gives a quick update on what we’ve been up to in recent months and what to watch if the writer’s strike lasts a while.
Our takes today...
Life “be lifin’” in your 30s & 40s; be an advocate for your health; Mel is trying to live a Janelle Monáe life; we support the writers and suggestions to watch in the in-between time — “Warrior,” “Queen Charlotte,” “Attack on Titan,” and “Industry,” are just a few of our favorites. We talk a little on Jonathan Majors (pre Megan Good news).
Also, Mimi and Kim have some journeys...
2023-05-161h 41Four Layered TakesVhagar & Team (Draymond) Green: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep. 10
In today's show, we review episode 10 of "House of the Dragon".
Our takes...
Teddy Pendergrass has nothing on Daemond; Rhaenys has no bedside manner; Mel loves Daemond and she’s stickin’ by him; baby Lucaerys basically went, “my momma said y’all had to bend the knee”; and we wrap with our ratings of HoTD and what you should be watching next.
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2022-10-261h 16Four Layered TakesDon’t Pull The Thang Out..: Our Review of “House of the Dragon” ep.9In today's show, we review episode 9 of "House of the Dragon".
We're down two, but added a special guest.
Our takes...
These people were the inspiration for January 6; we try to decide who’s worse between Joffrey, Ramsey and Aegon; White Worm is the Terrance Howard of switching accents; Rhaenys messed up the Hightower probate show; and “45" aka Daenarys would never.
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2022-10-1945 minFour Layered TakesThe Ups & Downs of Sh*t Talkin’: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.8In today's show, we review episode 8 of "House of the Dragon"
Our takes...
Aemond is giving Dahmer vibes; these Triarchies are doing the most; Vaemond is playing Spades in a Chess game; MiMi issues an edict to her imaginary dragon; Viserys “Harvey Dent” rides hard for his daughter; Aemond’s pettiness is the embodiment of white supremacy; don’t name your baby Aegon; and Alicent makes MiMi miss Cersei.
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2022-10-121h 17Four Layered TakesHow Not to do a Funeral: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.7In today's show, we review episode 7 of "House of the Dragon"
Our takes...
Worst repast in history; best and worst eulogy ever; where are the parents; best kid fight in history of kid fights; worst kept paternity secret since Maury; and Laenor “no lips” Velaryon is never around when you need him.
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2022-10-0549 minFour Layered TakesAlicent’s Quest for Jackson 5 Nostrils: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.6In today's show, we review episode 6 of "House of the Dragon"
Our takes...
Peroxide must not exist in Westeros; if you’re pregnant, don’t watch this show; these babies don’t have a ‘Michael Jackson’ nose; we know where Alicent was on January 6th; Aegon ain’t all the way there 'upstairs'; King Viserys might be legally blind; and King’s Landing’s Regina George is the worst.
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2022-09-2855 minFour Layered TakesYou Can’t Trust These Heauxs: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.5In today's show, we review episode 5 of "House of the Dragon"
Our takes...
Why are people still going to weddings in Westeros; Alicent just mad she couldn’t have her hot girl summer; Viserys needs to be in quarantine; Criston Cole is worst sneaky link ever; call him Daemon, aka “if you stay banished you ain’t gotta get banished”; and the Velaryons came in like the Wakandans.
Also, go watch "The Woman King" with your OWN eyes; an amazing film that isn't what the trolls (and honestly the trailer) leads you think it's all abou...
2022-09-211h 11Four Layered TakesPrincess ’Straight Outta F*s”: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep.4In today's show, we review episode 4 of "House of the Dragon"
Our takes...
Willem Blackwood's rap name should be "Lil FOFA"; Targaryens need a Terminix or Orkin contract; Rhaenyra to Sir Cole "is we or ain’t we..."; Mysaria has advanced from her OnlyFans days; Rhaenyra lies so smoothly MiMi questions her own eyes; and finally Daemon PLEASE don’t come back here (Kings Landing) no more.
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2022-09-1450 minFour Layered TakesGeorge Foreman is Nobody’s Aegon: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep. 3In today's show, we review episode 3 of "House of the Dragon"
Our takes...
This baby wins award for most hated toddler; “Gangrene King” is drinking his feelings; why do the early Lannisters look like the smell; maybe 3 inches is more than enough; Daemon moves in silence in the entire episode; and never trust a Targaryen.
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2022-09-0757 minFour Layered TakesNo Budget for Ol’ Wigs: Our Review of ”House of the Dragon” ep. 1 & 2We back and we quittin' jobs!! :P
In today's show, we review episodes 1 & 2 of "House of the Dragon"
Our takes...
We need the Merrick Garland affidavit for the convicted townspeople; MiMi refuses to choose a favorite character; unfortunately, Gov. Abbott has entered the labor room (yikes); Otto is the Great Value Little Finger; don’t smash your homies’ parents; plus Mel believes Daemon gotta be a Scorpio.
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2022-08-311h 24Four Layered TakesFail the Whole School (Including Sam Levinson): Our Review of ”Euphoria” S2 episode 8In today's show, we review episode 8 of "Euphoria", season 2.
Our takes... this is not how drug deals work; the editors are probably mad af; nobody asked for this damn song; Sam Levinson is talented but we don’t know in what yet; Facebook is only for birthdays and funeral announcements; this school can't have fish-sticks money after this play's budget; season was full of "bridges to nowhere"; and this was "Stand By Me" if it was on Ayahuasca.
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2022-03-0334 minFour Layered TakesNot ’Nann’ Adult was Consulted: Our Review of ”Euphoria” S2 episodes 6&7In today's show, we review episodes 6 & 7 of "Euphoria", season 2.
Our takes... this is not how we like to see ice cream be eaten; Cassie/Carrie about to burn down this whole "prom"; this budget-breaking High School musical will dethrone "Hamilton"; Zendaya adding snot bubbles to her resume of award-winning performances; Kat shows us all how to "successfully" break up with someone; I didn’t sign up for this show to see a "mature" Maddy; we’re all over Nate & Cassie; Ethan getting his Eddie Murphy on w/ this play; Ashtray is “City of God”, “Black Airforce 1's” energy; dire...
2022-02-2246 minFour Layered TakesChild Locks on the ’05 Impala: Our ”Instatake” of ”Euphoria” S2 episodes 5In today's show, we do a quick take of episode 5 of "Euphoria", season 2.
Our takes... where are the child locks; Zendaya needs all the awards — Emmy, Oscar, Nobel Peace, Grammy etc.; Storm Reid is doing topnotch crying; Rue is in the "Ozark" of the Sunken Place; Lexi’s play is about the lit; don’t go to Mel’s grandma house; watching this episode made MiMi feel dirty; some of us share our personal experiences with drug addicts in our lives.
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2022-02-0839 minFour Layered TakesNo More Negro Spirituals Over These White Shenanigans: Our Review of ”Euphoria” S2 episodes 3&4In today's show, we review episodes 3 & 4 of "Euphoria", season 2.
(Episode split at 58:00 minute mark)
Our takes... nobody closes windows on this show; we hate all the parents; gold-diggers got the right idea (Janet Jackson documentary); Euphoria is “running a Boston” with penis shots; Kim has update on why Kat’s story is stagnant; Ashtray beat Cal right out the closet; we’re so over Rue; Cassie giving Jessica Spano “I’m so excited!” vibes; under-boob is a trend old heads couldn’t do — these are for storage; Maddy the only good person left; Lexi giving Penelope-Bridgerto...
2022-02-021h 50Four Layered TakesLawd, Where the Parents?: Our Review of ”Euphoria” S2 episodes 1&2In today's show, we review episodes 1 & 2 of "Euphoria", season 2.
Our takes... Sam Levinson needs therapy; everyone needs a grandma as gangsta as Fezco’s; Mel suspiciously knows a hell of a lot about how drug deals should go down; Rue is not built for that "pimp" life; everybody on the show needs a bath; we’re all just waiting for Maddy to kill Cassie; you know you have a drug problem when Rue is telling you to put that narcotic down; and Zendaya always got the hoes.
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2022-01-191h 38Four Layered TakesSecure Endings and Monetary Farewells: Our Review of ”Insecure” S5 episode 10In today's show, we review episode 10 and series finale of "Insecure", season 5.
Our takes... the busted pipe storyline was wasted if we get no wet, shirtless Kofi; day 3 of a twist-out is always undefeated; Mimi conflates character Molly with actual Nigerians; Marcus wants the Lawrence/BMF spinoff; the episode ended with Issa and Molly in Mel’s mind (bump that Lawrence stuff); the hair on Insecure was always on point, unlike some other "bad wig" Black shows; plus the “Omarion” variant “Touches” one of our takes crew.
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2021-12-301h 00Four Layered TakesHouston, Ashy Otis Redding Has Left the Dock: Our Review of ”Insecure” S5 episode 9In today's show, we review episode 9 of "Insecure" (the messiest of them all), season 5.
Our takes... Chad always sneak-dissin’; Lawrence aka “The Hatin’ Otis Redding”; we approve of this Molly and Taurean sitch; Kim w/ some messy ex, tales; Nathan has Chopped & Screwed dialect; the “Proxy BBQ Wars” begin; THC stands for “Truth Honesty and Communication”; Lawrence gives Dwayne Wayne energy; we have a MAJOR debate about what is or isn’t an F’boy; Mel has a solution for Issa’s love triangle; finally, Ahmal is the winner of this episode.
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2021-12-221h 09Four Layered TakesChoosey Lover? (Maybe): Our Review of ”Insecure” S5 episode 8In today's show, we review episode 8 of "Insecure", season 5.
Our takes... Who knew Nancy Reagan was the original "Superhead"; you know you've found ‘the one’ when you aren’t ready to immediately kick them out; LA rent has been making 'love' connections for decades; change is a hard part of life; Marcus once again disappoints by admitting to never seeing another Black 90's movie classic; some of these choices are pretty easy, Issa; MiMi mashes up Maya Angelou, George W. Bush and an IG meme into a life lesson.
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2021-12-151h 08Four Layered TakesSoggy Blunts of Our Lives: Our Review, ”Insecure” S5 episode 7In today's show, we review episode 7 of "Insecure", season 5.
Our takes... Condola's inadequate amount of braids in her top bun infuriates MiMi; Mel hosts what she calls “Bourbon Tasting” events but she's the only taster (insert thinking emoji); “Love Jones” is one of those "foundational Black movies"; Lawrence washing dishes is several podcasters' love language; also Kim commits the "cardinal sin" of disrespecting Cool Ranch Doritos.
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2021-12-0858 minFour Layered TakesF‘ That Baby: Our Review, ”Insecure” S5 episode 6In today's show, we review episode 6 of "Insecure", season 5.
Our takes... Issa got Step Curry infant shooting form; we recount awkward things said and heard during sex; Black hair stylists be holding customers hostage; Kofi is super petty and super wrong, but also fine so he gets three more chances; no matter where you go, there you are; Molly is no Maxine Shaw Attorney at Law; and Kim knows no music after the No Limit Soldier era.
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2021-12-011h 04Four Layered TakesLove You... Maybe? Our Review, ”Insecure” S5 episode 5In today's show, we review episode 5 of "Insecure", season 5.
Our takes... First, RIP Young Dolph; Summer Walker is a paradox; gotta allow men to be chivalrous; Black mamas be invasive; if a man tells you he loves you first, he may be trying to keep you; Kaiser Permanente facilities need more floors.
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2021-11-2445 minFour Layered TakesNathan, Beware: Our Review, ”Insecure” S5 episode 4In today's show, we review episode 4 of "Insecure", season 5.
Our takes... Black folks are Spades' racists; this is not how sunscreen works; Kofi Siriboe is too fine so of course his characters are problematic; we reminisce on when we were spontaneous youths and Atlanta never closed (club Kaya and 112); Issa should’ve “8 Mile’d” Crenshawn; and we believe Issa is gonna ruin poor, fragile Nathan.
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2021-11-1757 minFour Layered TakesTwo Idiots & A Baby: Our Review, ”Insecure” S5 episode 3In today's show, we review episode 3 of "Insecure", season 5.
Our takes (and we preference this with Mel had been drinking-drinking this episode)...
Mel was so stressed out and had questions for the married couples of the ’cast; Mel explains “fluid-bonded”; we feel Lawrence is a f’boy masquerading as a “nice guy”; lack of communication and no plan is a set up for failure; Lawrence with the weird romantic “Omega Psi Phi” nursery set up; and Peppa and Pepper Pig have messed up a generation of kids.
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2021-11-101h 28Four Layered TakesBreaking the Big A*s Chains of Stagnation: Our Review, ”Insecure” S5 episode 2In today's show, we review episode 2 of "Insecure", season 5.
Our takes... We love Molly’s new 'do; we had ideas about how Molly/Issa's reconciliation and COVID could've been cover; we want Quoia to have her own show; Mel thinks Kofi is “Baby you ain’t gotta work no more” FINE; also you can’t be so specific on your dating profile; and Issa should’ve called Crenshawn instead of Nathan.
Also, last but certainly not least, #RIP to the special Jovita Moore. You will be missed.
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2021-11-0345 minFour Layered TakesGive Kelli Her Flowers! Our Review of episode 1 of the final season of ”Insecure” :(In today's show, we review episode 1, "Insecure" season 5.
Our takes... This “AKA on Amanda” violence is tew much; have more in your obituary than “had a good Stanky Leg”; Kim hates Molly; Mel says the universe doesn’t want Issa and Lawrence together; and Mimi jokingly suggests that one should have babies when they’re either really young or damn near too old — no in-between.
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2021-10-2650 minFour Layered TakesNew Suit, Who Dis? Our Review of “The Falcon & the Winter Soldier” ep.6In today's show, we review episode 6, the finale of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+.
Our takes... sort of an anti-climatic ending with a typical Disney ending; Karli makes bad decisions as a villain; MiMi & Mel absolutely HATE Falcon/Cap's new "Gordon Gartrelle" knockoff super hero suit.
We also show our love for the hip-hop greats we lost recently.
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2021-04-2947 minFour Layered TakesA New 'Uncle Sam': Our Review of “The Falcon & the Winter Soldier” ep.5In today's show, we review episode 5 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ before tomorrow's finale.
We also give our thoughts after the episode on the Derek Chauvin verdict which came in two hours before our recording.
Our takes... good episode but not the emotional “Hold The Door” toll we thought was coming; Karli is mad because she didn’t finish her twist out; Zemo is a good villain; what does "country" mean to Black American DOS; Bucky to Falcon’s sister “Hi my name is Bucky and I’m a Cancer”; John Walker despera...
2021-04-221h 11Four Layered TakesDisney Goes There: "Our Review of “The Falcon & the Winter Soldier” ep.4In today's show, we review episode 4 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ before tomorrow's — possibly emotional — new episode drop.
(Scene-by-scene breakdown starts at 21:00)
An episode must be good if it has us beginning the discussion for 20 minutes on the themes included and how they parallel current events.
Our takes... Palestine/Israel conflict, Native American and African American experiences mirror the Flag Smashers; MiMi would take the serum and go straight to Mar-a-Lago; new Captain America thinks he has jurisdiction all over the world… sounds familiar; Ayo put in that Contra code on Buc...
2021-04-151h 35Four Layered Takes"LaTavia" and Destiny's Confusion: Our Review of “The Falcon & the Winter Soldier” ep. 3In today's show, we review episode 3 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ before tomorrow's new episode drop.
Our takes... we didn’t sign up for "Disney John Wick"; only thing MiMi understood was Krog Street Tunnel; Maya Rudolph Jr. is gangsta; MiMi only understands the episode in terms of Beyonce beefs; Marcus gives breakdown on Zemo and other characters that may be confusing.
We also wonder where "Black Panther" goes from here without Chadwick and we couldn't leave without giving our thoughts on one Ron "Zaddy" Isley.
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2021-04-081h 06Four Layered TakesSame 'Merikkka (Even in Marvel): Our Review of “The Falcon & the Winter Soldier” ep. 2In today's show, we review episode 2 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ before tomorrow's new episode drop.
We begin today's podcast briefly speaking on anxiety and quickly touching on the new Tina Turner documentary, which is AMAZING, before we get into the Marvel review.
Our takes... Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan have great chemistry; everyone can’t be a majorette; Mel has a weird affection for inanimate Marvel objects; “Maya Rudolph’s” daughter was wrecking dreams; plot twist, it's was the white man who had all the warrants; no one has had a lit on...
2021-04-0151 minFour Layered TakesLife After "D4L" (the Thanos cut): Our Review of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" ep. 1In today's episode, we review episode 1 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ in preparation of the episode 2 drop tomorrow.
Our takes... Marvel starting off hot again with the "subliminals" of what/who being “American” is; loved the action and Falcon's new suit; Falcon is just as naive as Obama; the new Captain America will be the Rick James of “line steppers."
Also Marcus and crew give their brief thoughts on the whole Derrick Jaxn situation (girl blink twice if you're ok).
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2021-03-2546 minFour Layered TakesA Story To Tell: Our Review of the Netflix, Notorious B.I.G. Documentary & Our Heated Debate on Rap "goats"In today's episode, we review "Biggie: I Got A Story To Tell" on Netflix.
Our takes... it was a good depiction of his life, connected on personal level with new footage; Biggie inspired the style of so many to follow; Mel delivers the most random top 5 rappers list ever; Drake is the LL Cool J of this generation; we give Kendrick Lamar and Lauryn Hill their "flowers"; Kim has some controversial takes on Biggie’s place in history; plus who some of our listeners thought belonged in "the greatest" category.
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2021-03-181h 39Four Layered TakesAll the 'Royaltea': Another Double-Feature 'Take' Review: Meghan & Harry's, Oprah Interview & "Coming 2 America"In another double-review episode we first take a look at Oprah's interview with Meghan and Harry, then finish with (the polarizing) "Coming 2 America" at around the 39:30 minute mark.
On the "real royals"... it's always been the racism and colonialism for us sis; Marcus criticizes Harry; we wonder if Meghan should've known what she was getting into; also, look out for the new film "Madea goes to Buckingham Palace!"
On the "movie royals", "Coming 2 America" (39:30)... this movie hits different when you watch it with the elderly; should've been called "Coming to and from America real quickly"...
2021-03-121h 17Four Layered TakesWe 'Care A Lot' about Andra Day: Our 'Double Feature' review of “I Care A Lot” & "The United States vs. Billie Holiday"In today's special and extended episode — because we couldn't decide what to review —we talk "I Care A Lot" first and "The United States vs. Billie Holiday" at around the 31:40 minute mark.
Our takes on "I Care"... it's good old #ffffff shenanigans; probably could've ended after the first hour; perfectly captures America & its capitalistic tendencies.
Our takes on "Billie" (31:40)... LOTS of trauma; MiMi keeps "fawning over" Trevante Rhodes; Evan Ross always plays annoying characters; 'Jerk Billie Holiday' isn't a menu item; Billie and her boos gave us the TI/Tiny prototype.
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2021-03-052h 01Four Layered TakesSyrup & Therapy: Our Review of "Euphoria Special Episodes" (Rue Pt.1 and Jules Pt.2)In today's episode, we review the special "Euphoria" episodes for Rue and Jules.
Our takes... great, well-executed and emotional episodes; you can't BS a bullsh*tter; Rue has self-sabotaging behavior; we talk personal experiences with the addicts in our own lives; we question what "femininity" really means; Marcus has thoughts on Lil Boosie; this generation's stress levels are super high; and iHop always trying to do too much..
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2021-02-251h 00Four Layered TakesA Good Starting Point: Our Review of "Judas and the Black Messiah"In today's episode, we review the highly anticipated, "Judas and the Black Messiah." We have a special guest, Octavia, who gives us a lot of the tea as a native Chicagoan and cousin to Fred Hampton.
Our takes... AMAZING performances by the leads and costars; there were several missed opportunities to get into the real stories; the ages of those cast ended up being a major loss to the storytelling; it probably could've been more successful at getting the full story and impact out as a mini-series.
Octavia offers some amazing insight into the Chicago...
2021-02-181h 09Four Layered TakesWhat Happens to a Nap Deferred? Our Review of “Malcolm & Marie”In today's episode, we review the most traumatic-azz "stage play" ever.
Our takes... a good nap would've probably solved a lot of this; you need a dictionary to watch M&M; Zendaya’s acting is so good it inspires you to smoke cigarettes; best thing about the movie was the soundtrack; Malcolm was naming names like DMX; Rue should’ve just stayed with Jules; KeKe thinks it would’ve been better as a silent film; Sam Levinson suffers from Tyler Perry syndrome; we also begin to question if it’s just John David Washington.
Plus, we almos...
2021-02-111h 03Four Layered TakesBest Awkward Afterparty Ever! Our Review of "One Night in Miami"In today's episode, we review the amazing "One Night in Miami."
We start off welcoming each other after our holiday break and all that transpired in the in-between. Our takes — this is possibly the best Malcolm X portrayal; Malcolm X is the "Tommy" of the show "Martin"; the music of this current time in the struggle is largely missing; there were others who would've been dope to have been present in the room.
Also, "We tried to tell y'all — an old Negro fable" should've been the title of the year 2020
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2021-01-281h 05Four Layered TakesA "Four Layered Xmas" (Early Drop)In today's holiday (early drop) episode, we run down a quick list of our holiday favorites. Some were a bit…questionable lol.
We get nostalgic on childhood Christmas movies; nothing says Christmas like Chet Hanks and Katt Williams. Plus we touch on Netflix's “Jingle Jangle” (no real spoilers).
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2020-11-2654 minFour Layered TakesA Look Back: Our final thoughts on Lovecraft Country Season 1In today's final take on the great show that was Lovecraft Country, we enlist the thoughts of several of our friends and most dedicated listeners in our first ever call-in episode.
Thoughts and opinions were diverse; from some surprise "favorite characters" discussed, to where LCC ranks among other acclaimed TV shows.
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2020-10-281h 43Four Layered TakesDon't Celebrate Before Your Chickens Hatch (we'll explain): Review of LCC ep.10In this week’s follow-up on episode 10 (we're also doing a review of the entire season next week), we do our deep-dive of the season finale.
Our takes... we look at themes of feminism; we admit that "Will-Stina" got that drip; Pineapple is not everyone's safe word; Dee is destined to eventually send Hippylota to Shady Pines Nursing Home; we look at ideas for a possible season 2.
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2020-10-221h 53Four Layered TakesLovecraft Country Ep. 10: Our “Instatakes”After some initial audio issues in last week's initial upload (sorry about that), we're back for our rapid reactions to Lovecraft Country's finale before our "deep-dive" podcast later in the week!
Our quick takes... Mel doesn’t know what night it is and needs Ginkgo Biloba; we're buying stock in Morton Iodized Salt; Titus (in limited minutes) put up "white supremacist MVP numbers".
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2020-10-1925 minFour Layered TakesThrough the Fire :( — Our Review of Lovecraft Country ep.9In this week’s follow-up on episode 9, we do our deep-dive.
Our takes... we warmed up a little more on the second watch; Hippolyta gon’ Hippolyta; Mimi has a question about the necessity of the trip to Tulsa; Mel caught an error in editing and also coins a new name for Christina/William; she also goes in-depth about the names Montrose recalls; lastly...
we are our ancestors
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2020-10-151h 36Four Layered TakesLovecraft Country Ep. 9: Our "Instatakes"Our rapid reactions to Lovecraft Country Ep. 9 before our "Deep-Dive" podcast later in the week!
Short summary, our enthusiasm was a bit hampered by a recent watch of a different series also featuring Tulsa; F' them kids, y'all better run for your lives; The Montrose storyline has run its course.
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2020-10-1229 minFour Layered TakesCruel Summer: Our Review of Lovecraft Country ep.8In this week’s follow-up on episode 8, we do our deep-dive.
Our takes on what was actually a very heavy episode... we wonder if oppressed communities get the individual freedom to self-preserve; we give a little bit of history to "Uncle Tom's Cabin"; Ji-ha takes "captain save a ho" at its literal meaning; we shout out the underrated Black horror film, "Tales from the Hood".
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2020-10-081h 21Four Layered TakesLovecraft Country Ep. 8: Our “Instatakes”Here are our rapid reactions to Lovecraft Country ep. 8 before our "deep-dive" podcast later in the week!
Ji-ha is "Lovecraft Country's" 'Condola ("Insecure"); Mel's happy ending gives her memory lapse; Mel also doesn't know what "meta" means, but she's sure this is it; shout out to actress Jada Harris, aka "Dee" for a brilliant performance.
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2020-10-0531 minFour Layered Takes'Good Hippolyta Hunting': Our Review of Lovecraft Country ep.7In this week’s second episode, we do our deep dive into episode 7, "I Am."
Our takes... we’re still 'flabbergasted' by this episode; Marcus gives ode to the women in his life; Montrose could’ve gotten that Al Green special; Mel is scarred by old black men who count fast; a word on women, self-discovery, and motherhood.
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2020-10-011h 28Four Layered TakesLovecraft Country Ep. 7: Our “Instatakes”Here are our rapid reactions to Lovecraft Country ep. 7 before our "deep-dive" podcast later in the week!
This one was definitely a mixed bag for us lol. Our "takes"... this was Marcus' favorite episode so far; the storylines are all coming together; Mimi hears Jill Scott during the Montrose scene; plus somebody in the Josephine Baker crew should’ve had some questions.
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2020-09-2832 minFour Layered TakesAn Incredible Tail: Our Review of Lovecraft Country ep.6In this week’s second episode, we do our deep dive into episode 6, "Meet Me In Daegu."
Our takes... American Imperialism is always creating monsters; “Don’t ‘swipe-left’ me in my face" should be on a t-shirt; Marcus poses an interesting hypothetical question about 9 tails; Ji-ah may be the “wild card” in this story; we also shout out the Emmy winners of the shows we reviewed.
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2020-09-241h 13Four Layered TakesLovecraft Country Ep. 6: Our “Instatakes”Here are our rapid reactions to Lovecraft Country ep. 6 before our "deep-dive" podcast later in the week!
Our "takes"... we break down what’s going on with Ji-ah, the fox symbolism, what she is etc.; also speed-dating is the worst; why is there no kill cloth; Atticus, you’re no John Carter; Knuck if you Buck is revival music.
And, as always… VOTE!
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2020-09-2133 minFour Layered TakesBodack Ruby: Our Review of Lovecraft Country ep. 5In this week’s second episode, we do our deep dive into episode 5 of "Lovecraft Country."
Our takes... for a first-timer, Leti is a natural equestrian; we give some GOOD clarity on the Winthrop/Epstein timeline and relationship for anyone confused; Ruby clearly has Jamaican/Caribbean blood cause, work ethic; we give our first Sex-Ed class; the definition of red-bottoms has changed forever.
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2020-09-171h 35Four Layered TakesLovecraft Country Ep 5: Our “Instatakes”Here are our rapid reactions to Lovecraft Country ep. 5 before our "deep-dive" podcast later in the week!
Ruby is having her "Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" moment. Mel claims if she were in Ruby’s shoes she’d just go around breaking laws. And, MiMi relays how timely of an episode this was.
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2020-09-1432 minFour Layered TakesWorst Escape Room Ever: Our Review of Lovecraft Country ep. 4In this week’s second episode, we do our deep dive into episode 4 of "Lovecraft Country".
Our takes... men make stuff difficult; Christina is having a 'Michael Jackson experience'; where’s Killmonger when you need him; Montrose gives horrible relationship advice; MiMi feels if she had Christina/William's ability she would’ve lived her best Blanche Devereaux life.
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2020-09-091h 33Four Layered TakesAll the 'Feels': Our Review of Lovecraft Country ep. 3In this week’s second episode, we do our deep dive into episode 3 of "Lovecraft Country". We also began with an emotional few minutes dedicated to Mr. Chadwick Boseman.
Our takes... we examine the different themes expressed in the episode; the show already feels like it's 5 seasons in; MiMi would’ve been so scared during exorcism she would’ve invoked the member names of defunct R&B groups; Tick needs a Republican frame of mind.
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2020-09-031h 44Four Layered TakesLovecraft Country Ep 3: Our "Instatakes"#RestInPowerChadwickBoseman
On this week’s instatake we give our rapid reactions for HBO’s Lovecraft Country Episode 3. In short summary all money isn’t good money and DON’T PLAY WITH OUIJA BOARDS AND SPIRITS. We’ll be back later this week with more layered takes. Thanks for listening!
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2020-08-3142 minFour Layered TakesGaslighting 101: Our Review of Lovecraft Country ep. 2In this week’s second episode, we do our deep dive into the amazing second episode of HBO's "Lovecraft Country" entitled "Whitey's On the Moon".
Our takes... we can’t pronounce Braithwhite so we've dubbed them the "Racist Targaryens"; "Sons of Adam" are the original Qanon; a "Twilight" vs. "Underworld" discussion devolves into a Jerry Falwell Jr. comparison; Mel and MiMi give personal accounts of their experiences with “The White Gaze” — from fried chicken to the Cupid Shuffle. We also get into how Gil Scott Heron's poem continues to accurately portray our nation.
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2020-08-271h 34Four Layered TakesLovecraft Country ep. 2: Our "Instatake"Hi guys! This is our first ever "instatake", a quick immediate reaction to last night's episode 2.
(We'll be back later in the week for a full recap.)
WHAT A FRIGGIN' EPISODE!! AMAZING! Paced more like a season finale than a second episode.
Our other takes? Well... That ain’t the anaconda Mel and MiMi want, Leti was rocking her fresh "Amelia Earhart" look, and Mel asks why “Ivanka Trump” in this episode.
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2020-08-2439 minFour Layered TakesBronco Chase 1.0: Our Review of Lovecraft Country ep. 1In this week’s episode, we dive into the first episode of HBO's "Lovecraft Country" including the lore and historical context.
Our takes? Well... Kim scarred her 6th-grade class by making them watch "Imitation of Life", Atticus was OJ's inspiration for car chases, Leti "Usain Bolt" Lewis what they call her and Mel needs protection from her chakras.
Also, shout out to Alexander Dumas
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2020-08-201h 18Four Layered TakesWatchmen Finale, The 'WAP' Edition: Our Review of ep.9 FinaleIn this week’s episode, we wrap up our discussion of HBO's amazing "Watchmen". We also briefly touch on the news of Kamala Harris' historical moment.
Our takes... Ozymandias and Drake are NOT the "same people" despite Marcus' thoughts, the dedication to spell "Daughter" out in bodies (we would’ve just spelled “Sis”), MiMi accurately calls Ozymandias as being an astrological Cancer, and Senator Keene is Tucker Carlson in Thinx period panties.
We also end the episode pondering what we should review next. Give us your thoughts.
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2020-08-141h 12Four Layered TakesA God Walks Into Abar: Our Review of Watchmen ep. 8In this week’s second episode (a twofer), we discuss HBO's "Watchmen" episode 8 — another masterclass in storytelling.
Our takes... Dr. Manhattan can create and destroy worlds but has ZERO game, Mel may be missing out on her "love blessing" by consuming too many murder podcasts and MiMi hates to see Cal leave but loves to see him walk away.
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2020-08-071h 13Four Layered TakesAn Almost Religious Awe: Our Review of Watchmen ep. 7In this week’s episode, we discuss HBO's "Watchmen" episode 7.
Our takes... all true villains where white (sorry LisaRaye McCoy), Ozymandias is truly a "special" guy, Lori Blake doesn’t think quick on her feet, and we question if all racists have a "Sunken Place".
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2020-08-0752 minFour Layered Takes‘Watchmen’ Review: The Extraordinariness of 'This Extraordinary Being'In this week’s episode, we discuss HBO's "Watchmen" episode 6 — one of the greatest examples of storytelling in TV history.
Our takes... this episode was rich with layers from callbacks to Superman to the actual whitewashing of real-life Bass Reeves; MiMi recalls her own "Nostalgia pills" moment; Cal reminds us of a bad date; Will, June and Captain Metropolis have their own "entanglement"; and a Jon Snow/ Daenerys Targaryen connection only WE could make to the show.
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2020-07-311h 15Four Layered Takes‘Watchmen’ in the COVID-19 Age: Our Rewatch/Review of ep.4 & 5In this week’s episode, we discuss HBO's "Watchmen" episodes 4 and 5.
Our takes... Ozymandias is in a bad marriage with Mr. Phillips and Ms. Crookshanks; COVID-19 really messed up the game for Jehovah Witnesses; how Mel would label her “threesome” nostalgia pills to not confuse them with worse memories; and how the person with the worst southern accent is always the villain in every show.
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2020-07-241h 35Four Layered Takes‘Watchmen’ in the COVID-19 Age: Our Rewatch/Review of ep. 2 & 3In this week’s episode, we continue our discussion of HBO's "Watchmen". We switch up the format a bit from last week since there's so much to consume with this show.
Our takes... "Blanket Jackson" (Topher Abar) gonna need therapy (and probably us too after we're done with our COVID-19 "entanglement"); Will Reeves may be a Targaryen; Louis Gossett Jr. is a gift; this story is way too close to today’s storylines, and Black women STAY saving everybody.
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2020-07-171h 39Four Layered Takes'Watchmen' in the COVID-19 Age: Our Rewatch/Review of episode 1On this week’s episode, we discuss HBO's phenomenal, "Watchmen" — a show so prophetic from a year ago that it includes the Tulsa race riots, mandatory face masks, police brutality and anti-police backlash, reparations… and this was just the first episode.
We kick it off with a brief look into our current COVID-19 chronicles and then jump right into the story.
Also, Don Johnson reminds us he's forever a zaddy and Mel and MiMi exhibit why eye witness memory isn’t reliable.
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2020-07-101h 03Four Layered Takes"Condoleezza", Scooby-Doo Tricks & Paternity Tests: Our Insecure S4 Finale ReviewOn this week’s episode, we discuss the season finale of Insecure season 4! We breakdown our thoughts on postpartum depression, how we wish the episode had gone a bit further on it, and all the other conflicts between Issa, Lawrence and "Confederate-Canola-Oil". We give sneak peek into what we're reviewing next as well.
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2020-06-191h 42Four Layered TakesMolly... You in Danger Girl: Our Insecure S4 E9 ReviewOn this week’s episode we discuss the penultimate episode of Insecure season 4 and why Molly deserves ALL THIS SMOKE! We also predict where Issa & Lawrence’s new relationship will end up.
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2020-06-1249 minFour Layered TakesBlack Lives Matter: Our Insecure S4 E8 ReviewOn this week’s episode we open with our thoughts on the state of society and the heavy weight it has on our spirit. We dive into Episode 8 (Lowkey Happy) and the good emotions and distraction it provided us at this critical time. Lastly, we end the podcast with candid thoughts from the great Killer Mike. Enjoy! Please visit us at @4layeredtakes on Instagram & Facebook and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us iTunes, Google Play and Spotify!
2020-06-051h 10Four Layered TakesQuarter-Mile High Club: Our Insecure S4 E7 ReviewOn this week’s episode we discuss the fallout from Molly and Andrew's vacation and Molly's further isolation of herself. We also get everyone's thoughts on the 'ass-play' situation and how the episode played out overall. Enjoy!
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2020-05-3050 minFour Layered TakesNo Good Deed: Our Insecure S4 E6 ReviewOn this week’s episode we discuss “Cultural Curator” Issa Dee’s Struggle Self-Care Sunday. The importance of space and time apart in relationships. Marcus also revisits his eternal question, “Can women really be friends?” Lol. And finally, do relationships need space i.e. "separate wings", to survive?
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2020-05-2235 minFour Layered TakesExpeditions into "Poppycock": Our Insecure S4 E5 ReviewOn this week’s episode, we welcome friend of the podcast Jamin Butler from the Black Coffee Company. He discusses the company and its mission of black entrepreneurship. He also joins us in dissecting a WHIRLWIND of a block party — including Nathan reemerging, Issa thriving, Molly being toxic af and "Countess Kelli" falling back into "Kelli from the block" when the drama unfolds.
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2020-05-1551 minFour Layered TakesWe Can't Wait For This Block Party: Our Insecure S4 E4 Review
On this week's episode, we discuss Season 4 Episode 4 of "Insecure". The growth of Molly and Andrew's (Asian Bae) relationship and the potential end of Molly and Issa's friendship. The karma of being a fuck-boy and having to pay for it when you have a daughter. Lastly, Marcus aka makes an apology if behalf of Lawrence Hive.
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2020-05-0834 minFour Layered TakesFree Weed & Toiletries: Our Review of Insecure S4 E3On this week's episode we discuss Season 4 Episode 3 of "Insecure". We dive into the status of Lawrence's relationships with both Issa and Condola. The continued deterioration of Issa and Molly's friendship (Molly gotta be a Gemini). Also, spending time with your family during holidays. Lastly, the importance of NOT blocking your exes on social media so that you can stunt on 'em. (Sponsored by mint-flavored Clorox chewables “Sanitize yo’ insides as much as yo’ hands — but no DO NOT do this for real”).
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2020-05-0153 minFour Layered TakesWhen Fries turn to Lies: Our Insecure S4 E2 ReviewToday, we discuss episode 2 of Season 4 of "Insecure". We wanted WAY more of Kelly in the B.A.P.S costume. We look at how Lawrence showed his emo Drake side (Is this your king?!); dive into a little segment we call "tales of lost condoms" and safe sex in the age of tha 'Rona; and how Molly needs friends. Also, find out what Marcus is talking about when he called a show "The White Queen & Slim", Chadwick Boseman, Black AF and more.
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2020-04-2445 minFour Layered TakesTSA Bae "love" is the appreciation we all deserveToday, we discuss episode 1 of Season 4 of "Insecure". We're excited to have Issa and crew back in our lives again! We LOVE TSA Bae, wonder if Molly will ever grow up, ponder the true dynamics of their friendship and female friendships in general and the merits of men lotioning up before sex. We also have a special guest (Tracey, who never officially announces herself, lol) jump in and out to give the essential worker take. :)
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2020-04-1752 minFour Layered Takes"Uncorked" Review and all the WTFs of Coronavirus and "Tiger King"Today, we vent and laugh (to keep from crying) at times over these ’Rona Chronicles. Our main review is Netflix’s “Uncorked”. We discuss how BBQ is king in Memphis, onscreen chemistry of Courtney Vance and Niecy Nash, and how Drake is actually the Moscato of wines. We also venture into other things we’re watching including how “Tiger King” is all the Ws: “Who, What, Where, Why, Wypipo and WTF”. Also, what actually were the best episodes of “The Office”?We’re still trying to get it together during this Zoom "telepodcast" coronavirus edition. Full review of Uncorked starts at minute 13:40...
2020-04-1058 minFour Layered TakesFallacy of Trusting Straight-back Cornrows in 2019: “Queen & Slim” Review Pt. 2Today, we conclude our review of "Queen & Slim". We still have questions about the choices these two make, how timelines line up and why anyone wouldn't question the motives of anyone with straight-back cornrows.
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2019-12-1744 minFour Layered TakesThe Misadventures of Tinder: Our "Queen & Slim" Review Pt. 1Today, we take a look at Lena Waithe's "Queen & Slim" in part 1 of a 2 episode review of the film (there was a lot to say y'all). We dub someone the new Jon Snow, try to get a grasp on how hunger pains and fleeing the police work, we save Marcus' life after he makes a bold claim about black women's hair, and also dive into the love and affection between Queen and Slim.
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2019-12-101h 02Four Layered TakesOur "Euphoric" Wrap: Talking "Euphoria" and mental health with a social professionalToday, we wrap up our review of HBO's "Euphoria" by talking with a social professional and her thoughts on mental health and teenagers today. She gives us some great info and hotline numbers you can reach out to for help.
United Way hotline - 211
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2019-09-241h 18Four Layered TakesBlow the Whistle: A look at episodes 5-8 of “Euphoria”Today, we welcome the "Bedazzled" return of our moderator Mel as we discuss the final episodes of "Euphoria" season 1.
Nate is Ted Bundy and the Sponge Bob “Ima Head Out” meme embodied. We wondered where's SimpliSafe when you need it. Lexi is the hero you didn't know you needed and MiMi and Mel get honest about how anxiety and depression have affected their lives.
Our dessert today is from Sweet Cheats in Cabbagetown, Atlanta, GA.
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2019-09-131h 31Four Layered TakesIf You Like Pina Coladas: A look at episodes 1-4 of "Euphoria"FIRST, please forgive our sound being a bit off this episode. We had to work from the backup recording this week, but we made it through. Mel was off this episode as we dive into the first four episodes of HBO's "Euphoria".
We talk our enjoyment of the initial episodes, favorite characters, how we relate to them, how we fear for the youth and the overall great storytelling of the show.
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2019-09-051h 10Four Layered TakesThe Misadventures of the "Tepid Old Lady Summer" (shout out Meg thee Stallion)We're back from a little summer hiatus and had a LOT of catching up to do!
We break down what we've been doing over the break and help Mel understand what a "Hot Girl Summer" is. We briefly talk new music; dabble in this Popeye's chicken sandwich debate; shout out "The Six" and our friends north of the border in general; and MiMi confuses a health trend for Flinstones lingerie (just go with it).
Most importantly, we touch on what everyone's been watching; “Black Lady Sketch Show”, “The Boys”, “Stranger Things Season 3”, “Mindhunter”, “Euphoria” (Give Zendaya ALL HER THINGS...
2019-08-211h 40Four Layered TakesBonus Episode: Jordan Peele Reminds "Us", That We Ain't, #%$@This week, we have a REALLY quick bonus episode for you before we take a couple of weeks off and get ready for "Stranger Things" Season 3! But today, we give our takes on the movie "Us" which we didn't get a chance to review previously. Emotions ranged from initially hating it to loving it to adoring Jordan Peele to feeling gross about ourselves after watching it. Also, Mel confesses to loving Peele's other film "Keanu" and watching nearly every day. Bless her heart lol.
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2019-06-1914 minFour Layered TakesBlack Mirror S5 was good but "Striking Vipers" Gave Us All 'Feelings'In today's episode, we give our takes on Black Mirror, Season 5. Overall, good per usual, but episode 1, "Striking Vipers" was the standout. It had the whole crew in their thoughts about what it expressed on sexuality, black masculinity, gender, attraction and relationships. The season had us wondering if you can catch a virtual reality STD; discussing our addictions to social media; and Mel telling us about that one time when she kicked that untrustworthy chick “Alexa” out her house. Mel and MiMi prove once more you never get too old to be immature about "peen" and Marcus wants to make...
2019-06-121h 14Four Layered Takes'Ma' The 'Mommie Dearest' We Didn't Want & the BRILLIANCE of "When They See Us"In today's episode, we discuss the movie "Ma" and the Netflix series "When They See Us". "Ma" ended up being "Carrie" but WITHOUT the logic, great narrative and with tons of plotholes (but "crazy" Octavia was fun to watch). Also, Ava DuVernay's "When They See Us" is brilliant with superb acting all around even though it is a story that is hard to watch. And, the irony that Felicity Huffman plays Linda Fairstein. No desserts today, but want to shout out Raymond Santana's clothing line @parkmadisonNYC
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2019-06-051h 04Four Layered TakesOur GoT Watch Has Ended: Final Thoughts on the Show and the DocumentaryIn today's episode, we discuss the 2-hour HBO documentary on Game of Thrones that just aired; how the actor who played the Night King was "clout chasing"; and how the documentary was about 1.5 hours longer than it should've been. We also discuss the overall social implications of how the story ended; how it compares to other more critically acclaimed shows; and how it was a cultural event that brought many people together. We also think George R.R. Martin should drop his final books like Beyonce albums. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and...
2019-05-291h 39Four Layered TakesEight Years of Foreplay, Zero Climax: How To Edge Your DragonIn today's episode, we talk the final episode EVER of Game of Thrones :(. The discussion was lively. We talked about things we liked and ALL the things we didn't. Sweet Robin's Glow up was amazing. Yara vs. Arya was the fight we all deserved instead of Jamie/Euron. Jon Snow could learn from George W. Bush and what Brienne ACTUALLY wrote on Jamie's King's Guard page. Today's dessert is from CamiCakes! Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes and Google Play!
2019-05-211h 39Four Layered TakesThe Golden Company is the "Fyre Festival" of Westeros & other punsIn today's episode, we talk episode 5, season 8 of Game of Thrones, "The Bells". Did the Golden Company even "pinch the bish"? KeKe still doesn’t think Daenarys is mad. We ask if this is what would happen in "Madea goes to Westeros"? And we also believe Brienne is somewhere listening to “Miseducation of Lauryn Hill”. We also ponder on how many shows actually had good final seasons. Today's dessert is from Sweet Stack Creamery! Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes and Google Play!
2019-05-141h 36Four Layered TakesThere are other "D's" in the Sea, a message for Brienne of TarthIn today's episode, we talk episode 4, season 8 of Game of Thrones, "The Last of the Starks". We side-eye several things from the episode. We determine we don't trust people who always keep their hands in their pockets. Daenary's crew can never figure out Euron is coming because they're too busy getting their eyebrows arched. We also take a hard look at how we think this epic story is coming to a conclusion. Today's dessert is from Sublime Doughnuts! Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to rate and review us on iTunes and Google Play!
2019-05-071h 34Four Layered Takes“Not today Satan!” says Arya StarkToday we talk episode 3, season 8 of Game of Thrones, "The Battle for Winterfell" aka "The Long Night". We recap our favorite moments from the big battle and those things we're still scratching our heads about. KeKe calls the Night King Omar from "The Wire" and MiMi ponders if Bran acquired his DeVry diploma for future seeing yet. We also eat cookies from Proof Bakeshop in Inman Park. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to rate and review us on iTunes and Google Play!
2019-04-301h 51Four Layered TakesBust Down Arya-iana!Today we talk episode 2, season 8 of Game of Thrones. How Daenarys’ visions/prophecies probably predict the ending; Arya had the right idea; the Starks are the Rose Nylunds of the North; and how this whole story is the Butterfly Effect. We also eat Busy Bee's Red Velvet cake while drinking wine to our doomed heroes. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to rate and review us on iTunes!
2019-04-231h 20Four Layered TakesWinter is Outchea!! Our Takes on Game of Thrones Season 8 PremiereWe're back!! In today's episode, we have a special guest as we discuss our thoughts on the season premiere of Game of Thrones season 8. What were the best reunions? Who pushed the story along? Is Sansa getting her eyebrows threaded? We also check out the special Game of Thrones edition, Oreo cookies. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to rate and review us on iTunes. Winter is Here!
2019-04-161h 35Four Layered TakesThe Best of Game of ThronesIn this episode, the ladies discuss the characters they think will survive to the end of series, reveal their favorite season and rank seasons 1-7 from best to worst. We don’t have a dessert for your guys this week but don't worry we will be back with some amazing treats to promote on our next show. Please visit us at https://www.facebook.com/4layeredtakes/ and don’t forget to rate and review us on iTunes.
2019-04-051h 17Four Layered TakesBONUS EPISODE: Our Predictions for Game of Thrones' Final SeasonIn this bonus episode, we give our predictions for who sits the Iron Throne or if there even will be one in the end. We also review Sweet Stack Creamery ice cream off of Auburn, Ave. in Atlanta, GA.
2019-03-1846 minFour Layered TakesBest of Thrones: A recap of our favorite Game of Thrones episodesToday the entire crew sits down to discuss our favorite Game of Thrones episodes while partaking in a special dessert. Learn which of the gals hates all Starks and why; and how Craster has 99 problems and a b*tch ain't one.
2019-03-121h 03Four Layered TakesWhere's a bludgeoning when you need one!? Season ReviewIn our season finale review of True Detective episode 8, we discuss the episode and the entire season. Are we conditioned to wanting dark endings? We also "murder" some Miss D's Pralines and popcorn in honor of Mardi Gras and the Oscars and shout out things to watch before we gear up for Game of Thrones Season 8!
2019-02-281h 11Four Layered TakesFinally the Good Stuff: Episodes 6, 7 and Girl Scout CookiesIn our third podcast, Smitty is off this week but the rest of the crew discusses episodes 6 and 7 of True Detective Season 3 and MiMi throws all Girl Scouts completely under the bus.
2019-02-231h 15Four Layered Takes'Lunch Lady donuts fo' life, Season's struggles
In our second podcast Mel, KeKe, Smitty and MiMi finally get into some ATL dessert eats while talking about the season's slow burn and Mel not feeling Carmen Ejogo.
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Four Layered TakesFresh Out the Box: Talkin' True Detective S3In our first ever podcast (so bear with us), Mel, KeKe, Smitty and MiMi discuss True Detective Season 3 episodes 1, 2 and err, part of 3. We also talk "Game of Thrones" briefly, Oscar picks and more.
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