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FANTIFANTI : FANTIThis week, for the final episode, jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give FANTI the FANTI treatment. They recollect memories of the start of the show, the production process behind every episode, and what their hopes are for the future. Then later, they hear messages from listeners about what the show, and its hosts, meant to them. Tune in for this week of FANTI, for the very last time. PlugsHistorically Black PhrasesWe See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and FilmWe See Each Other: The Podcast
2023-12-2859 minFANTIIt’s Giving, Friends (ft. Mychael Chinn)Happy Thanksgiving from FANTI!This week hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill welcome a long time friend of the show, film executive Mychael Chinn!. They catch up with Mychael and talk about family tradition, give our hot takes on what the most underrated dish on the Thanksgiving table is, and play a very special game of FANTI flashback trivia.Share your thoughts on what you love about the show with us! Speakpipe.com/FANTIOur Sponsors This WeekMuseum of Flight “A Queer History of Aerospace” is a new audio miniser...
2023-11-2243 minFANTIGet Somebody Else To Do ItThis week, Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill get into the complex & complicado of navigating unprecedented times. Between homophobic politicians, Trump, and global warfare, how do we find the strength to keep on fighting the good fight? But first, our hosts discuss Tiffany “New York '' Pollard's read of the century on House of Villains.Share your thoughts on what you love about the show with us! Speakpipe.com/FANTIMentioned In This EpisodeAlexa CanadyDIS/Honorable Mentions Jh: Beyond The Mic hosted by Clay Cane & Reecie...
2023-11-0952 minFANTIHalloween: "Gay Christmas?" (ft. Ryan Mitchell and Jarrett Lucas)On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson highlight Halloween with special guests and FANTI vets, Executive Director of The Stonewall Community Foundation, Jarrett Lucas and cultural commentator, Ryan Mitchell. They discuss their experiences with Halloween through a religious lens, how the holiday is inherently queer, and inclusivity for plus size costumes. But first, a word on what’s happening in Gaza.Share your thoughts on what you love about the show with us! Speakpipe.com/FANTIMentioned In This Episode Tre’vell Anderson in Out100Okay Allies, No...
2023-10-261h 06FANTICrashing Hip Hop’s 50th Birthday Party (ft Sesali Bowen & "Prince" Pierre Phipps)On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill celebrate Hip Hop’s 50th! Special guests, Purse First Podcast hosts Sesali Bowen & "Prince" Pierre Phipps, discuss the very moment they both fell in love with the genre, the journey of the queer rap world, and what is missing from the hip hop culture conversation. DIS/Honorable Mentions jh: DM: Love is Blind and how they treated Uchehm: Avery Wilson, “Kiss The Sky”hm: Dr. Anita Phillips, trauma therapist and preacherhm: Mykal KilgorePlugs
2023-10-051h 06FANTIUrsher, Baby!On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss their mixed feelings about Usher performing at this year’s Super Bowl. The timing might be perfect but is it pandering to Black audiences considering what the community has gone through over the last few years? But first, a pass the popcorn segment on Tyler Perry’s relationship advice to Black women and other cishetero nonsense.Mentioned In The EpisodeLester YoungDIS/Honorable Mentions jh:HM: “Meet the Black Gay Partners Preserving Harriet Tubman’s Ancestral Lan...
2023-09-2856 minFANTIHistorically Black Phrases (ft. Dara Sanderson)On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome CEO of Dictionary.Com, Dara Sanderson, to discuss Black American Language. They discuss code switching, how Black culture influences language, and jarrett and Tre’vell’s new book, Historically Black Phrases (Out Now!) Then later, our hosts respond to a letter from a listener who shares their experience with Digital Blackface in the workplace, in response to last week’s episode about non - Black people using Black gifs and memes way too often.Mentioned In This Episode Gwen Ifill Historic...
2023-09-2156 minFANTIWhat You Laughin’ At Tho?On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson discuss “Digital Blackface”, such as when white people use gifs of Nene Leakes as a form of their own self-expression. Our hosts pose the question, what, exactly, is the motivation behind a white person’s decision to express themselves using Black or non-white digital media online?But first, a sneak peek into jarrett and Tre’vell’s newest book, Historically Black Phrases, dropping September 19th. Mentioned In This Episode Historically Black PhrasesAnn LoweDIS/Honorable Mentions Jh:HM...
2023-09-141h 05FANTIThe Swim Episode (ft. Paulana Lamonier and Jordan Hunter)The long-awaiting Aquatics Episode is finally here! After much hand wringing and consternation, hosts jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson have FINALLY taken the plunge! Dive with them into the deep end as they take their very first swim lessons in beautiful Baldwin Hills. To prepare them for the big day, they speak with Paulana Lamonier, the founder of Black People Will Swim, and get some insight on what Paulana calls, “the only sport that can save your life.” And later, Founder of Legacy Aquatics and swim instructor, Jordan Hunter, works to help our hosts build a proper swimming foundation: brea...
2023-08-311h 17FANTIThis Barbie Is On Strike!On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill go over the complex and complicado of the highly anticipated Barbie movie. They get into their thoughts on the film’s rollout, marketing strategy, and how Stereotypical Barbie represents the beginning of white women’s self - reckoning. But first in our Pass The Popcorn segment, our hosts speak on the state of the entertainment industry, from the WGA/SAG - AFTRA union strikes, to Hollywood’s initiative of driving out diversity, specifically at the network executive level.Our hosts will also be on hiatus during the...
2023-07-271h 00FANTIWhat Was SaidOn this week’s episode, we dive into our bag of listener letters from YOU, the #FANTIfam! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson respond to your questions about Artificial Intelligence, Copaganda, and British Vogue’s Pride Issue featuring Ncuti Gatwa. Our hosts also get into a lesson on Scottish Parliament, potato wedges, why Flava of Love might have actually been a queer show, and more! Then later, some DisHonorable Mentions and a message from our producers.Mentioned In this Episode Stop Cop City: Copaganda Pt II (ft. Da’Shaun L. Harrison)Is Pride...
2023-07-2059 minFANTIWriting A Book Is HORD! (ft. Donovan X. Ramsey)In this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill bring you a little something different: an extended discussion on the pros and cons of authoring a book. Our hosts discuss how challenging the writing process really is with FANTI veteran and author of When Crack Was King, Donovan X. Ramsey. The writers get into the nitty gritty of writing a book, covering everything from the brainstorming stage, finding motivation to write consistently, and fighting tooth and nail over book cover art. Then later, Emmy winning director, Nneka Onuorah’s latest documentary, Truth Be Told, and mor...
2023-07-131h 12FANTIStop Cop City: Copaganda Pt II (ft. Da’Shaun Harrison)Y’all loved the first one so much, we had to bring it back! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer, editor, and Stop Cop City activist Da’Shaun L. Harrison. Harrison also discusses why they and fellow activists are trying to block the development and construction of a police training compound “Cop City”, on the outskirts of Atlanta. Stop Cop City activists believe that going forward with the development would displace and disenfranchise the lives of marginalized people, and further perpetuate the police state we are currently living in. In addition, they’ll discuss how copaganda goes beyond j...
2023-07-061h 07FANTIIs Pride for Not-Queer People?On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill make a call back to Tre’vell’s Dis/Honrable Mention of Ncuti Gatwa’s British Vogue’s Pride Issue feature in Ep #174. In the issue, Gatwa claims he chooses not to label himself as queer, which poses the question: has Pride rebranded (again) to fit those who do not identify as queer?But first, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the state of employment, or rather unemployment, in media considering the rise of publication layoffs, like Buzzfeed News with 15% staff layoffs and Insider with 10%, just this past Apri...
2023-06-2947 minFANTIFake Smart, Real Problems: Artificial IntelligenceOn this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give Artificial Intelligence the FANTI treatment. On the plus side, jarrett finds Siri incredibly helpful, and asks her to set alarms for him multiple times a day. But they also share some concerns, like AI bots taking over journalists' jobs or programs making it easier for students to get away with plagiarism. Plus, jarrett and Tre’vell give Janelle Monae her flowers for Age of Pleasure, the new album that’s been ruffling feathers since it’s been out. And later, our hosts discuss the history that was made t...
2023-06-1559 minFANTIDown With The Swirl? Interracial Dating (ft. Mikelle Street)On this week’s episode, Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer Mikelle Street for a conversation about The Swirl, or interracial dating. They dig into what’s behind the “trend” of highly-visible Black queer celebrities who seemingly only go out with white partners, as well as how our upbringing influences our attitudes around interracial dating. They also get into some of the misconceptions of interracial dating that are projected onto queer interracial couples. But first, Tre’vell and jarrett respond to Abbott Elementary’s Tyler James Williams’ instagram post, in which the actor details why he thinks it’s dange...
2023-06-081h 08FANTII Just Wanna Be SuccessfulWhat does it mean to be successful? Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss what it means to be successful, how the measurement of success shifts as we age, and finding success beyond financial status. But first - the two talk high school and college reunions. Mentioned In The EpisodeSpelman’s 2023 Valedictorians, Maya Blasingame, Amaia Calhoun, Sydney DuPree, and Chandler Nutall We See Each Other: The Podcast DIS/Honorable Mentions jh:DM: Iowa governor, Kim Reynolds, signs “Don’t Say Gay” billHM: The Secrets of...
2023-06-0154 minFANTILearning In PublicOn this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson get into the complex and complicado of “Learning In Public”, similar to what jarrett had to do when he was called in for being fatphobic a few episodes back. The two discuss navigating the pressures that come with making mistakes publicly and why being willing to continue to learn to do better is so important. But first, Tre’vell poses A Tough Question: Is there ever a right time to call the police, in today’s climate? And later, jarrett and Tre’vell’s Dis/Honorable Mentions and some updates...
2023-05-2546 minFANTIWhen Life Gives You (Don) Lemons…On this week’s episode, journalists Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss the very complex and complicado of Don Lemon, and how his legacy has not only affected pop culture, but the Black community. Our hosts get into the dichotomy of the journalist, as both a victim and perpetrator of homophobia and anti-blackness. But first, a special FANTI exclusive on Tre’vell and jarrett’s upcoming book, Historically Black Phrases. (Dropping September 19th) And later Tre’vell shares their run in with somebody’s grandmother during their book tour of We see Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Tele...
2023-05-181h 04FANTIWhat Was SaidThis week, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill get into listener questions and comments from social media Mentioned In This Episode:Ep #161 Color Of Friendship EP# 165 Outta PocketGo ahead and @ usEmail: FANTI@maximumfun.orgIG@FANTIpodcast@Jarrett Hill@rayzon (Tre’vell)Twitter@FANTIpodcast@TreVellAnderson@JarrettHill@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)Laura Swisher is senior producer Music: Cor.eceGr...
2023-04-2743 minFANTIShut Up & Watch PartyOn this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss group watch party etiquette and rank their favorite white women of color singers. Mentioned In This EpisodeTori Kelly’s appearance on The View Curator, Activist and the catalyst behind the Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Center , Arturo Alfonso SchomburgPress Your Luck theme songDIS/Honorable Mentions jh:DM: People with their cars, alarms & music TA HM: Game Shows RuPaul’s new game show Lingo on CBS Go...
2023-04-2057 minFANTIOutta PocketHosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson define outing as disclosing information on a person’s sexuality, gender, health, etc. without their permission and consent, and dive into the repercussions of outing. Mentioned in This episode LSU, women’s basketball champsChlöe BaileyTexas Southern University’s cheer squadMy Name is Mo'nique on Netflix DIS/Honorable MentionsjhHM: Alfred “Shivy” Brooks IIHM: Southern Roots Vegan BakeryHM: Larae Ferry TAM: Tennessee Sta...
2023-04-131h 01FANTIBeauty Is Only Skin Deep (ft. Darian Symoné Harvin)Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss some ins and outs of the Beauty Industry from Beauty news journalist and editor, Darian Symoné Harvin. But first, what does it take to be a journalist? A lot more than a google search, despite what Real Housewives Of Atlanta’s Porsha Williams’ thinks. Mentioned In This EpisodePorsha WilliamsStudio Symoné DIS/Honorable Mentions jh:HM: The Beauty of BlacknessTAHM: GLAAD Honors event HM: Region IV Conference in Phoenix
2023-04-061h 01FANTIGrab Me By The Stem: The Wine Episode (ft. Leslie Jones)Just because only one percent of the eleven-thousand wineries in the U.S. are Black-owned, doesn’t mean they don’t exist. To get proof, they left their homes and tracked down an expert–Leslie Jones, co-owner of Inglewood’s first and only wine bar, 1010 Wine. Thanks to their tireless reporting, jarrett and Tre’vell were able to get their hands–and mouths–on numerous glasses of wine from actual Black-owned wineries. Along the way, they learned about pushy wine reps, why it’s better to hold the stem than the bowl, and what inspires someone to open the first wine bar i...
2023-01-1956 minFANTIFANTI’s Fave Five: Christmas TVTo follow Tre’vell’s labyrinthine explanation of who gets to decide which episode gets chosen for which spot, here’s how they described the process:Rules by Tre’vell AndersonWe are going to collaboratively create “FANTI’s Holiday TV Watchlist,” a top 5. But we’re going to do it alternatingly, each placing an episode on the list. The person that goes first makes picks 5,4,2 (more picks). The player that goes second makes picks 3, 1 (fewer picks, but the #1 pick).The order will be determined by a trivia question, that Laura will ask. We will...
2022-12-2250 minFANTIResisting ResistancePlus, they’ve got book updates and new milestones to share.DIS/Honorable Mentions JH:dm: Texas, where nine “educators” proposed updating the state’s social studies curriculum to refer to slavery as “involuntary relocation”.NBC News articlehm: Darian Aaron for winning an NLGJA Award, charles (appointment)hm: Tabitha BrownNew line in Target, And her Food Network show It’s CompliPlated will premiere August 11th. It’s the first plant-based competition show on The Food network hm: intentionally excluded/exploited communities TAHM: Tom Swi...
2022-07-0746 minFANTIAn Unholy “Pro-Life” Alliance (ft. Asha Dahya) Mentioned in the ShowAna Kasparian of The Young Turks Resistance Revival ChoirDIS/Honorable Mentions jarretthm: Doechii performance at BET Awardshm: Saucy Santana, asha dm: Rep. Karianne Lisonbee (R-UT)hm: AOC on MTPOur Sponsors This WeekBrooklinen:Hot sleeper? Brooklinen’s crisp Classic Sheets help you stay comfy on even the hottest summer nights.Visit Brooklinen.com and use Promo code [FANTI] for $20 off your purchase of $100 plus fr...
2022-06-3059 minFANTIWhat Was SaidMentioned in the show(Solo) ho Jeff commented on the episode Shine Bright (ft. Danyel Smith)Dr. Ksera Dyette, PsyD, BCB had thoughts about jarrett’s issues with people who don’t respect the “Do Not Disturb” notification on his phone, from the episode Social Media Is Work Too (ft. Jonta’ Harris and Denver Sean)Kim (she/her) had a song recommendationWe had several listeners write in about the tipping episode The Tipping Point, including Milika who told us about NPR’s Throughline episode “The Land of the Free” about the...
2022-06-231h 01FANTIThat’s What Friends Are For (ft. Bianca Carter)Pass the PopcornBianca started her relationship with RuPaul’s Drag Race during COVID, so Tre’vell thought it fitting to talk Season 7, All Stars starring: Raja, Yvie Oddly, Shea Couleé, Jinkx Monsoon, Monét X Change, Trinity The Tuck, Jaida Essence Hall and The Vivienne. They share who they’re rooting for right now, about 4-5 episodes into the season.DIS/Honorable Mentions BiancaHM: Naima Cochrane the creator & curator of @MusicSermon on Instagram. It’s #BlackMusicMonthChallenge, and she’s put together a prompt for everyday this month and folks are posting t...
2022-06-161h 01FANTIFat, Black & Femme (ft. Dr. Jon Paul Higgins)Mentioned in the showJon Paul has a brand new podcast, Black, Fat & Femme (@BlkFatFemmePod), debuting next monthBHIHEJustine LindsayDIS/Honorable Mentions Jon Paulhm: Niecy Nash & Jessica Bettshm: The new ‘Safety Check’ feature on Apple’s iOS 16dm: The people spreading the rumor that queer people are the ones spreading Monkey poxdm: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis for posting Juneteenth watermelon salad pictures on its websiteTre’vellhm: Heartstopper on Netflix...
2022-06-091h 02FANTIKeep Slutting Me Out with Affection (ft. Jimanekia Eborn)Our Sponsors This WeekMicrodose GummiesMicrodose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. To get free shipping and 30% your first order, go to MicrodoseGummies.com and use code FANTI.StitchFixWhen it comes to looking good, Stitch Fix has you covered. Say “goodbye” to endless browsing and “hello” to fresh picks curated for your size and taste. Sign up today at StitchFix.com/FANTI to get $20 off your first purchase Go ahead and @ us
2022-06-0232 minFANTIShine Bright (ft. Danyel Smith) Mentioned in the showGQ: Future Is the Best Rapper AliveBlack Girl Songbook PodcastOur Sponsors This WeekMicrodose GummiesMicrodose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good.To get free shipping and 30% your first order, go to MicrodoseGummies.com and use code FANTI.Go ahead and @ usEmail: FANTI@maximumfun.orgIG@FANTIpodcast@Jarrett Hill@rayzon (Tre’Vell)Twitter
2022-05-261h 11FANTISlut Me Out with Affection (ft. Jimanekia Eborn)*Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and trauma*This week, jarrett and Tre’vell sit down with sexpert Jimanekia Eborn to answer listener questions about sex and sexuality. It was such a great conversation we couldn’t fit it into just one episode. There are questions about mismatched libidos, how to go through a “hoe phase” and communicate with prospective partners, and how to talk to your partners about what you like in bed…before you’re in bed. Plus, Tre’vell has thoughts on the Kendrick Lamar single Auntie Diaries.Mentioned in t...
2022-05-191h 05FANTIThe Tipping PointMentioned in the show@AntiDietPilot tipping rant on TikTokChristina Morales article for NYT on tippingThe Circus on ShowtimeDIS/Honorable Mentions jarrettHM: for my fellow limited series drama lovers, anatomy of a scandal on netflix is definitely a ride. HM: my students at usc annenberg. today is the last full day of class, tre’vell is actually the final guest speakerHM: i think it’s important that we remember that viola davis is one of the greatest everTre’...
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Troubled WatersMaxFunDrive 2022: Oops! All RebusesWe wanted to do something a bit special for y'all for this year's MaxFunDrive, so we decided to put together some of our favorite Rebus Rounds all in one convenient spot! You'll hear from Fumi Abe, Mic Nguyen, Dom Nero, Mia Vicino, Jackie Kashian, Ian Lockwood, Drea Clark, Tre'vell Anderson, Jarrett Hill, Stuart Wellington, Mary Kate Wiles, and Sean Persaud! Wow! Find us on Twitter! We are @TroubledPodWritten by Riley Silverman and John-Luke Roberts, recorded remotely over Zoom and produced by Christian Dueñas and Laura Swisher.Become a member of MaxFun during th...
2022-04-2738 minFANTIBreaking Up Is Hard to DoPlus, they’ll detail some of the things they’ve learned about each other while collaborating on Historically Black Phrases, and give us an update on the book’s status.DIS/Honorable Mentions JH:hm: danielle pinnockhm: eboni marshall turmanhm: a black lady sketch showhm: the roast of justin bieberTADM: South Dakota Public Radio for firing Stel Kline (they/them), trans host of a morning show HM: The Ms. Pat Show on BET+, co-created by Jordan Cooper on...
2022-04-211h 02FANTIFatphobic (ft. Amber J. Phillips & Da’Shaun L. Harrison)This week, jh and Tre’vell invite filmmaker Amber J. Phillips, and author Da'Shaun L. Harrison (Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness) to the show for a conversation about fatphobia (read: jh’s fatphobia). Regular listeners may recall jh’s response to an email calling him out for expressing satisfaction that his beard hid his “double chin”. The critique was that “double chin” was code for fat, and that jh’s fatphobia was showing. Amber and Da’Shaun were both given permission to drag jh, so that he, and FANTI listeners, can confront their own fatphobia, which i...
2022-03-241h 11FANTIJussie Smollett RevisitedMentioned in the ShowThe Jussie podcast DIS/Honorable Mentions DM - TX Gov. Greg AbbottDM - Conservatives and the awful, horrifying legislation they’re proposing that targets trans and LGBTQ peopleBlack History Is Happening EverydayUSC Annenberg - BlackOur Sponsors This WeekBetter HelpThis podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI. Dipsea StoriesFor listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an exten...
2022-03-171h 02FANTIWhat Was SaidMentioned on the ShowRecommendation from Jennifer: Love Thy Neighbor: Four Days in Crown Heights That Changed New YorkDIS/Honorable Mentions jhHM to authoress Tre’vell Anderson and their upcoming book Seen: Trans Lives on ScreenHM - Netflix’s Pieces of HertaHM to the subjects of this THR article Photo Duo AB + DM on the Launch of Black Fashion Fair Magazine, AB + DM Studios photographers Ahmad T. Barber and Donté Maurice Black History Is Happening EverydayHBO’s The B...
2022-03-1039 minFANTIIn Defense of Whitney Houston (ft. Gerrick Kennedy)DIS/Honorable Mentions JH:HM: More self-identified queer people than ever beforeHM: Sherri ShepherdTAHM: Lizzo’s upcoming TV show, The Big GrrrlsHM: Corece new song, Possibly Impossible (ft. Dave Giles II)Black History is Happening Every Day!Celebrating Black History Month with Bobby Brown and Whitney HoustonOur Sponsors This WeekWealthFrontTo start building your wealth, and get your first $5,000 managed for FREE, for life, go to wealthfront.com/FANTI.Bet...
2022-02-2458 minFANTIAstrology: Stars & Strife (ft. Maya Murillo and Curly Velasquez)**ATTN Johannesburg, South Africa listeners**jh is planning a trip to your neck of the woods and wants to meet up with friendly folks. If this is you, shoot him a note.Guests: IG @thecurlyvshowTwitter @CurlyVeeIG @mayainthemomentTwitter @mayainthemomentMentioned on the showMelissa Starz AstrologyDIS/Honorable Mentions jh:HM: The Super Bowl- half time, great hip hop moment- congrats los angelesDM: The Super Bowl...
2022-02-171h 02FANTIThe Blogger-Journalist Divide (ft. Jasmine Simpkins)Mentioned in the ShowLoveBScott’s exclusive on the death by suicide of Regina King’s sonDIS/Honorable Mentions Jarrett HM - Michelle Buteau gets Netflix deal for her book Survival of the ThickestHM - Clay Cane and his upcoming book The Grift: Black Republicans from the Party of Lincoln to the Party of TrumpTre’vellHM: SwaggerHM: Abbot ElementaryOur Sponsors This WeekStitchFix.comTo try Stitch Fix Freestyle, click the above li...
2022-01-271h 00FANTINow Why Am I In It?: The Group ChatASK FANTIListener Michael wants advice about an uncomfortable assignment a professor has given him and fellow students in a college class on the history of imperialism and nationalism in Africa.Listener FeedbackJo wrote it with a request for Tre’vell & Jarrett to share their thoughts on the “I don’t see color” argument made by white people like Tomi Lahren.DIS/Honorable Mentions Jarrett:HM: Tiffany Johnson for getting nominated for an NAACP Image Award in the category Outstanding Directing in a Comedy SeriesHM: Bel...
2022-01-201h 03FANTIWhat Mary Didn’t Know … A Sexy FANTI Christmas (ft. Mykal Kilgore and Mychael Chinn)Episode Summary: One thing’s for sure, Mary didn’t know that Christmas could sound so good. For this episode, Jarrett and Tre’vell are gifting your ears with some holiday bops! And they have invited friends scripted executive of “Kirk Franklin's A Gospel Christmas” Mychael Chinn, and R&B singer and songwriter Mykal Kilgore to talk about holiday songs they love and hate. This heated discussion, filled with laughter and cheer, will have you dancing while chugging eggnog and decorating your Christmas tree. Plus, for our Hanukkah listeners, we have a song for you! Episode Note...
2021-12-2350 minFANTIDon’t Experiment on Thanksgiving (ft. Chef Seth Brundle)Episode Summary: Happy Thanksgiving all you wonderful people. Chef Seth Brundle joins Tre’vell and Jarrett for a HEATED convo about the best and less-than-best Thanksgiving side dishes. Friendships are tested, trust is broken, but there is one thing they can all agree on: Thanksgiving is not the time to experiment with new recipes. Period! Don’t listen to this episode on an empty stomach cause Chef Brundle describes how he cooked a turkey three ways, his black truffle mac & cheese, grandma’s dressing, okra stew, and more. Plus, Tre’Vell reveals the one dish you should never, ev...
2021-11-2449 min
FANTINon/Monogamy (ft. Ev'Yan Whitney)Episode Notes:Sometimes media's Black representation in non/monogamy be like, does it even exist? And Ev’Yan understands the problem. As a role model, they runs the “Sensual Self” podcast to discuss they's 8-year-old, non/monogamous relationship. They also wrote a book about self-healing titled, “Sensual Self: Prompts and Practices for Getting in Touch with Your Body: A Guided Journal.” We did want to recognize society's growing recognition of non/monogamy by highlighting some of today's popular media representations on FANTI's IG. Here are a few: "Professor Marston and the Wonder Women," "Shameless" Season 7, and "Insecure" Season 2.
2021-11-1858 minFANTISwipe Fright: Online DatingIf you are looking for more episodes to listen to after this one, check out Jarrett’s guest appearance on Bullseye’s Episode Tamron Hall. Tre’vell makes a mention of Kenneth Petty, and for all those that forgot, Petty is Nicki Minaj’s husband, and he sexually assaulted Jennifer Hough. Listen to our Episode 87, Dear Old Nicki, WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy), and learn more. Pass the PopcornThe press has been raving that Season 2 of HBO Max’s Love Life is all about Black love because it focuses on Marcus Watkins (played by William Jackson Harp...
2021-11-0453 minFANTIWhat Was Said!Jarrett’s back from vacation where he got an acute case of the giggles, and passed them on to Tre’Vell. This week, they dive into the mailbag to respond to listener questions...and listener shade. Strap in, cause this episode covers A LOT of ground. Like, three whole continents worth of ground. From the African continent, we hear from Akani who takes Jarrett & Tre’Vell to task for saying the COVID vaccine isn’t as available “in Africa”. Lucas in Brazil laments that “coming out” is extra burdensome for intersectional folks like them who are transmasculine, non binary, aro, ace and gay...
2021-10-2856 minFANTIIncorrectly Political (ft. Asha Dahya and Keith Boykin)Episode Notes:Asha provided lots of resources to educate you about the racist agenda behind the religious right’s obsession with abortion laws. She suggested reading Politico Magazine’s The Real Origins of the Religious Right and watching Netflix’s Reversing Roe. Read more about California banning non-consensual condom removal. If you want to hear more of Keith, check out Episode 51: Donald Trump has Left the Building (ft. Keith Boykin). Also read his book Race Against Time: The Politics of a Darkening America. Pass the PopcornIn this episode, Jarrett wants to add some pe...
2021-10-141h 00FANTIComing Out of The Glass ClosetIt’s National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11, and Jarrett and Tre’vell are telling their come out stories--why they loved it and why they hated it--before talking about the pressures society has placed on the LGBTQ community by even having an expectation that individuals should come out. Plus, they are not the only ones with feelings; they share what listener Ray Love, Jr. fans and antis about the coming out experience before reading a listener letter from a survivor of sexual violence who felt compelled to write Tre’vell and Jarrett after listening to episode 87, Nicki Minaj WTF (ft. Ger...
2021-10-071h 05FANTIDear Old Nicki, WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy)The time has finally come to give the FANTI treatment to the one and only Nicki Minaj. And to do this conversation justice, Jarrett and Tre'Vell invited the fearless music journalist and friend of the show Gerrick Kennedy. His piece Nicki The Menace details the many reasons this icon is so...complicado. Will Nicki sic The Barbz on us for noting her history of making demonstrably false claims? Probably. Plus, we'll talk about the disturbing lengths Minaj and her sex offender husband Kenneth Petty have gone to keep sexual assault victim Jennifer Hough silent. This conversation is so spicy...
2021-09-301h 01FANTILil Nas X is the MomentListener FeedbackShout out to the FANTI fam. You all ask us the best questions, including this week’s: When it comes to job hunting with personal ethics and values in mind, should I continue to hold out and work for companies truly committed to dismantling white supremacy and patriarchy even if it means struggling to make ends meet?DIS/Honorable Mentions HM: Disney Plus releases Sparkshorts Twenty Something directed by Pixar’s rising animator Aphton Corbin.HM: Director Zach Parrish releases the romantic animated short Us Again about an elder interr...
2021-09-2359 min
One Bad MotherEpisode 419: I Can't Wait To Show My Kids This Movie: The Sequel! with Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell AndersonIt's One Bad FANTI 2: Electric Boogaloo! Biz continues her conversation on old media, young eyes, and new perspectives with Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson of the podcast FANTI. Plus, Biz hates summer.Listen to FANTI here or on the podcatcher of your choice. Visit Tre'vell's website and Jarrett's website. Follow Jarrett on Twitter @JarrettHill and Tre'vell @TrevellAnderson.Check out Theresa’s book! It Feels Good To Be Yourself is available now wherever books are sold.Our book You’re Doing A Great Job!: 100 Ways You’re Winning at Parenting! is available wherever books are so...
2021-08-2551 minOne Bad MotherEpisode 418: I Can't Wait To Show My Kids This Movie (Or Not), with Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell AndersonSlay on, bad mothers! The hosts of the Maximum Fun podcast FANTI, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson, are here to talk portmanteaus, the trouble with Will & Grace, and developing critical lenses for young minds. Plus, Biz is on a roll!Listen to FANTI here or on the podcatcher of your choice. Visit Tre'vell's website and Jarrett's website. Follow Jarrett on Twitter @JarrettHill and Tre'vell @TrevellAnderson.Check out Theresa’s book! It Feels Good To Be Yourself is available now wherever books are sold.Our book You’re Doing A Great Job!: 100 Ways You’re Win...
2021-08-191h 08FANTIBlack, Queer & Visible (ft. Ryan Mitchell)DIS/Honorable Mentions Honorable mention to The King AND Queen Beyonce on the cover of this month’s Harper’s Bazaar.Honorable mention to Jennifer Hudson and Marlan Wayans for their performances in Respect, which comes out this Friday, August 13th.This Week’s Sponsor Deals:Raycon – FANTI listeners can get 15% off their Raycon order at BUY RAYCON dot com slash fanti.Better Help is customized online therapy. FANTI listeners can get 10% off their first month.Go ahead and @ usEmail: FANTI@maximumfun.orgIG
2021-08-1257 minFANTIChris Brown: Don't Gimme DatThis week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about artist Chris Brown. But first...Pass the PopcornWe're giving the Black TikTok creators their flowers with a conversation about digital Blackfishing and stealing content. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the PBS program Say it Loud with Evelyn from the Internets and Victor Jackson. He also has an honorable mention for the HBO Max show Hacks and the concert documentary Summer of Love. He has a final honorable mention for Britney Spears (#fr...
2021-07-0157 minFANTIBoycotts & Cancel CultureThis week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about cancel culture and the difference between a boycott and a protest. But first...Pass the PopcornWe share our thoughts on the issue of colorism in the new Lin Manuel Miranda movie musical In the Heights. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the organizers of this year's Brooklyn Liberation March. Click here for more information about all of the wonderful work they are doing. Jarrett has an honorable mention for popular Tik...
2021-06-1757 minFANTIMight start an OnlyFans ( ft. Shalewa Sharpe and Gastor Almonte)This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about OnlyFans with the hosts of The War Report Shalewa Sharpe and Gastor Almonte!But first...Pass the PopcornWe're chatting about chicken. Again. . DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has another honorable mention for Pose and the cultural reset that was the series!He also has an honorable mention for Black Apple nerds and a dishonorable mention for former The Bachelor host Chris Harrison. Bye!Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Cynthia Erivo and h...
2021-06-101h 23FANTIPride was a ProtestThis week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are celebrating Pride Month by giving it the ol' FANTI treatment. But first...Pass the PopcornWe're chatting about the final season of Pose and what we loved most about the series. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has another honorable mention for the upcoming musical In the Heights and a dishonorable mention for himself. Oop! He also has a dishonorable mention for Simone Biles haters and an honorable mention for the star as well as tennis star Naomi Osa...
2021-06-031h 03FANTIWho You Callin’ a Bitch? (ft. Amber J Phillips)This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by storyteller and filmmaker Amber J Phillips for a conversation about the origins of and our relationships to the word "bitch."But first...Pass the PopcornWe're chatting about the termination of Associated Press journalist Emily Wilder.DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has another honorable mention for his niece Yaya and her "Ms. Jackrabbit" win! We see you, Yaya!!! He also has an honorable mention for actor Billy Porter who recently gave an exclusive interview with The Hollywood...
2021-05-271h 08
Depresh Mode with John MoeJarrett Hill and the Quest for the Therapist Who Knows What You’re Talking AboutBefore he was a podcast host, radio personality, or a journalist breaking major political news, Jarrett Hill was a kid growing up gay in a religiously conservative environment. So when it was time to come out, it meant defying the homophobic words of his pastor who had urged parents to not let their kids grow up to be “sissies”. He had first started seeing therapists as a result of his parents’ protracted divorce and went intermittently over the years. Finally, with the help of a particularly observant therapist, he put it together that a pattern of thinking and behavior he had...
2021-05-2455 minFANTIWhat Was Also Said?! (Listener Feedback)This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson dig into a few of your letters, emails and DMs for another Listener Feedback episode!DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for CeCe Winans and her new album but maybe not for that time she was singing for the Tromps. Tre'vell has a mention for Ellen's show ending. Shout out to the wonderful staff over there! Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the US government and its role both currently and historically in the incredibly disturbing events happening in Is...
2021-05-201h 05FANTIOur Ancestors' Wildest Dreams (ft. Barry Jenkins)This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Amazon limited series The Underground Railroad with director Barry Jenkins! But first…It’s MaxFunDrive! This is the time of year we devote to inviting you to become a member of the Maximum Fun network, or to boost or upgrade your membership, and support this show with your monthly contribution. It’s how we maintain our independence and keep the show going for you to enjoy! And it’s also a great time to join and get perks. To learn more visit maximumfun.org/join.
2021-05-131h 17FANTIShe Bring it to You Every Ball (ft. Mikelle Street)This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the history of the ballroom scene with digital director at Out Magazine and the host of the companion podcast for HBO Max’s Legendary, called The Let Out—Mikelle Street.But first…It’s MaxFunDrive! This is the time of year we devote to inviting you to become a member of the Maximum Fun network, or to boost or upgrade your membership, and support this show with your monthly contribution. It’s how we maintain our independence and keep the show going for you to enjoy...
2021-05-061h 02FANTIGender is a ScamThis week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their relationships to gender (in the broad, sociological sense) and to gender (in the specific, embodied sense), and why the concept of gender as we know it paints an incomplete picture. But first…Say My Name, Say My Naaaaaaaaaaame!This adorable segment on the new Nick Jr. digital series Little Firsts got us thinking about the origin of our own names. Tre'vell and Jarrett talked to their parents about how they came to be named Jarrett and Tre'vell!DIS/H...
2021-04-291h 27FANTIStay StrappedThis week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the rise in gun ownership in the Black community. Since March 15th there have been 45 events classified as ‘mass shootings. This year alone – as of the time we’re producing this episode – there have been 147 mass shootings. With a rise in gun circulation, a 36% increase in background checks for firearms and an uptick in gun sales during the election year we're asking the question: should Black Americans join in on America's seeming obsession with guns? But first…Pass the PopcornTre'vell...
2021-04-221h 05FANTIServin' Is a HabitThis week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about service to the community thru advocacy and the various ways that it presents itself.But first…A Tough QuestionTre'vell and Jarrett discuss how they practice self care while being inundated with social media posts about police shootings and state-sanctioned violence against people of color. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the Apple Watch while the rest of the show would like an Apple Watch.He also has an honorable mention for all the...
2021-04-151h 06FANTIWe Can’t Call This “N*gga."This episode contains strong language, as the title of the episode suggests. Listener discretion is advised.This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the "n" word. No, not Chloé Zhao's 2020 indie hit Nomadland. We're talking about the word n*gger. And n*gga. And Tre'vell's personal favorite: nig nogs. The word has been in the news rather recently with a number of newsrooms having to address its use by members of its staff. It seems the word is always up for debate in white spaces, among non-Black POC and even Black fo...
2021-04-0859 minFANTIThis is My Sorry for 2004This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about public apologies. Who did it right? Who dropped the ball? And who maybe deserves a second chance to make things right? Are public apologies necessary or should the parties involved settle things outside of the phone memo app.But first…Pass the PopcornTre'vell and Jarrett discuss Lil Nas X and his new video Montero (Call Me By Your Name.) DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the cable news networks who continue to bro...
2021-04-011h 05FANTIOscar Schmoscar (ft. Brooke Obie)We wrap up our two-part series on awards season with a discussion about the Oscars! This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by writer - producer - author and film critic Brooke Obie who makes the case for Black folks to divest from a need for majority acknowledgment and entrance into institutions that ignore us. We'll examine the variety of ways television and film academies and awards shows ignore and gaslight Black, Brown and Asian creators. All that and more!But first…Pass the PopcornTre'vell and Jarrett discuss the Tee...
2021-03-251h 08FANTIGrammy Schwammy (ft. Danyel Smith)In part one of a two-part series, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson take on awards shows. This week, we're joined by the legendary Danyel Smith who hosts the Spotify original Black Girl Songbook! We're sharing some of our favorite Grammy moments, what frustrates us about the selection process and what we see for the future of music. All that and more!But first…A Tough QuestionTre'vell has some questions about what constitutes as line-cutting as it pertains to the vaccine. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Tre'vell has an hon...
2021-03-181h 06FANTIMeghan Markle Goes 2 ZamundaThis week, the royal court is in session as hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Eddie Murphy sequel Coming 2 America and answer the question: who asked for this? But first…Pass the PopcornWe're taking this royal thing to the next level with a chat about the interview heard round the world. That's right! We're talking about Oprah's sit down with the Duke & Duchess of some shit: Meghan Thee Markle and her husband Harry. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett kicks things off with an honorable menti...
2021-03-111h 05FANTIFunky Covid-ina (ft. Nurse Alice Benjamin, Dr. Darien Sutton and Bianca Mabute-Louie)This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss why so many Black folks are hesitant to get vaccinated for covid-19 and the African American community's complicated relationship to the healthcare industry. We're joined by Nurse Alice Benjamin and Dr. Darien M. Sutton who will give us all the information we need to make an informed decision about the vaccine. But first…Pass the PopcornWe're joined by educator Bianca Mabute-Louie for a conversation about the rise in anti-Asian violence in the nation and how communities of color can come together to create change.
2021-03-041h 11FANTIWhat Was Said!? (A Third FANTI FamMail)This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson respond to even more of your VMs, DMs and EMs with the third installment of FANTI FamMail! Plus, we'll check in with another Dionne Warwick Update, our Black History Moment and a very special announcement!DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the foolery, fuckery and anti-Blackness going down at Gimlet Media while Tre'vell honors author and his new book, When Dogs Heal: Powerful Stories of People Living with HIV and the Dogs That Saved Them. Make sure to pick it up from a...
2021-02-2558 minFANTIWe Are A FamilyThis week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about families, the one we're born into and the ones we create. What boundaries, if any, do you place on your family?But first...Tea TimeWe'll check in with Jarrett and Tre'vell on how they've been coping during a pon de replay and any strides they've made in their quest for better mental health. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has a cinematic-themed honorable mention for Judas & The Black Messiah. He's also giving an honorable mention to Fra...
2021-02-181h 08FANTIIs Clubhouse a Trashbox? (ft. Shar Jossell and Cor.ece)This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson hit the main stage with two very special guests! Shar Jossell and Corece Smith join FANTI for a discussion about the new audio-only platform Clubhouse.But first...Pass the PopcornWe're talking about the lady who laid her edges with gorilla glue. Yes, you read that right. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for actor John Clarence Stewart. Catch him in episode 6 of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist on Peacock TV. He also honors the late Mary Wilson of The...
2021-02-111h 08FANTIEvery Day is Black HistoryThis week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are kicking off Season 2 and the month of February with a discussion about Black History Month. They'll get into its origins, what they love about it and what kind of gets on their nerves. But first... Pass the PopcornWe reminisce over our first year with FANTI and we're listening to some of YOUR voicemails in celebration of the year! DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has a mention for Lifetime's Wendy Williams: The Movie and documentary as well as an...
2021-02-0457 minFANTIHBCUs Are A Different World (ft. Panama Jackson)This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by Very Smart Brotha's Panama Jackson for a discussion about historically Black colleges and that HBCU life!But first... A Tough QuestionVSB's Panama (A Morehouse Man!) talks about his recent article: The Case For and Against Rocking Gear From a College You Didn't Graduate From (Or Attend) and Jarrett and Tre'vell defend their respective alma maters. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Tre'vell kicks things off with an honorable mention for the HBO program Veneno as well as an...
2021-01-2859 minFANTIDonald Trump has Left the Building (ft. Keith Boykin)This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss White supremacy's role in the Trump administration and how the Biden administration can seek to heal a fractured nation. We're joined by CNN journalist and author Keith Boykin!But first...Pass That PopcornWe're counting down our favorite blunders, uh-ohs and oopsies from "Toupee Fiasco" from the past four years. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett is "rooting for everybody Black" with an honorable mention for the app melaninterst while Tre'vell honors our UPS drivers who have made online retail therapy p...
2021-01-211h 17FANTILet's Talk About Sex, Baby! (ft. Mikelle Street)This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about sex (baby!) with guest journalist Mikelle Street. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about sex (baby!) with guest journalist Mikelle Street. But first... Pass That PopcornWe chat about last week's insurrection attempt at the Capitol building. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for #noflylist and all the joy that can be derived from seeing the fools who stormed the Capitol try to grab their little Samsonite carr...
2021-01-141h 03FANTIDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion… Oh My! (ft. Sharon Smith-Akinsanya)This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond with guest Sharon Smith-Akinsanya, CEO of Rae Mackenzie Group.But first... Pass That Popcorn!Our January 2020 optimism has us all feeling a bit silly but we're discussing resolutions, intentions or whatever your preferred term for "leveling up in 2021!"DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for no charges in the Jacob Blake case as well as a full-throated "girl, sit down!" for Meghan "My Father!" McCain and t...
2021-01-071h 09FANTIBye, Ashy! FANTI's Top Five of 2020It's finally here! We've made it to 2021 and we can't wait to leave much of the drama, sadness and shenanigans that was the year in the dustbin of history. But before we look forward to 2021, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson take a look back at some of their favorite FANTI moments from the year. DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarrett and Tre'vell have a very special honorable mention for all of our #Fantifam and to a few folks who've shown us some extra love over the months. Episode NotesCheck out (or...
2020-12-3146 minFANTISanta is Black and Possibly Gay! A Very FANTI Holiday Special (ft. Kalen Allen)This week on a very special holiday edition of FANTI, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson are joined by the hilarious Kalen Allen to share their favorite holiday films and someone has some choice opinions about the Home Alone cinematic universe you're not going to want to miss! But first…We Pass the Popcorn with our picks for top 3 Christmas songs for the season. DIONNE WARWICK UPDATEEvery week we'll bring you another update from the fantastical life of Dionne Warwick's twitter account.DIS/Honorable MentionsThis week, Jarre...
2020-12-2453 minFANTIForever, For Always, For Black Love (ft. Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua)This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson talk Black love on screen with "Silvie's Love" stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua.What are your favorite representations of Black love on the large and small screen? Do those characters and stories fully encompass all that is contained in black love or does the media fall short of showcasing the variety of ways we express love within the Black community? We'll get into all of that...But first…It's T-Time and Jarrett has a topic up for discussion all about body image, mental hea...
2020-12-171h 10FANTIFreelancing In Beyoncé's Gig EconomyThis week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their complex and complicado relationships to the gig economy. 2020 has been extra raggedy. You know. You were here. With so many of us unemployed, underemployed and forced to find creative ways to keep our heads above water (Good Times!) we wanted to dedicate this episode to all of the folks out there driving for ride-share companies, delivering groceries, pitching to editors and otherwise hustling. We see you. But first…Have you heard the good news? FANTI Po...
2020-12-101h 06FANTIThe Michael Jackson—R. Kelly EpisodeDisclaimer: This episode contains a frank discussion about the careers of Michael Jackson and Robert Kelly. While we do make mention of allegations of sexual assault and abuse, that is not the crux of this episode. However, if that’s something you’d rather not listen to, we get it. Feel free to skip this episode and revisit your favorite from our catalog here. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson finally tackle a topic the #FANTIfam has been requesting for months: How do we engage (and should we engage?) with the music catalogues of Michael Jackson and R...
2020-12-031h 03FANTIShould We Break Bread Or Break Our Silence?The holidays are upon us and with that comes family dinners, Zoom gatherings (hello, 2020!) and a spirit of community across the nation. While the nation grapples with a volatile election year within an already volatile four years of civil unrest, some have advocated for folks to find a path toward healing, a chance to put down our differences and look toward a new beginning as a healed nation. But will doing so cause more harm than good for those who have been the target of subjugation? Should it fall to those groups to extend the olive branch?
2020-11-261h 03FANTIDa-Da Got Fired: Intersectionality & Code-SwitchingThis week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking all about code-switching and how our identities and intersections dictate how we choose to (and are sometimes forced to) navigate the world. There’s a phenomenon that all of us that are marginalized people experience, probably on a pretty regular basis, called code-switching when amongst mixed-company. To code-switch is to change the way you speak – maybe almost involuntarily – when you’re engaging people perceived to be of similar lived experience, distinctly different than when you’re amongst people perceived to be of varied, differing backgrounds.Most of us adj...
2020-10-0855 minFANTIOkay Allies, Now Let's Get in Formation! (ft. Jarrett Lucas)This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by guest and Stonewall Community Foundation Executive Director Jarrett Lucas for a complex and complicado conversation about what it means to be an ally. Being referred to as an "ally" is something many see as a badge of honor but along with the badge comes the task at hand. Allyship isn't just about words or labels. It's about actions. Ideally, the non-performative kind.But first...Pass the PopcornThis week, we're taking a look at the 2020 Emmy Nominations. Who was nominated? Who was snu...
2020-07-3056 minFANTIOur Two Cents on 50This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking about hip hop mogul Curtis Jackson, better-known as 50 Cent. The rapper turned actor, producer and sometimes internet troll has been in the news cycle recently due to a string of comments he made while visiting Lil Wayne's radio show where he labeled Black women as bitter and angry while ridiculing them for failing to be exotic.[caption id="attachment_66122" align="aligncenter" width="384"] Unlike Fiddy, who hails from the exotic isle of...South Jamaica... Queens.[/caption]We'll discuss the misogynoir, toxic masculinity and just stra...
2020-07-2346 min
Judge John HodgmanTrash Can DetectiveIt's time to clear the docket! Guest Bailiff Tre'vell Anderson from FANTI joins the judge to discuss tickling, flatulence, dog walk conversation, stolen trash cans, loud neighbors, and strange apartment floor plans. Plus a letter from a listener about pies!Make sure to catch Tre'vell and their co-host Jarrett Hill every week on the podcast FANTI! Here is their Esquire piece on Pride, "Pride Has Always Been a Protest Against An Unjust System," that was discussed in the episode.
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2020-07-0151 min
Wonderful!Feed Drop: FANTIInstead of posting a regular episode this week, we’re happy to share with you a new episode of FANTI, one of the newest shows on MaxFun! FANTI is hosted by journalists Jarrett Hill and Tre’vell Anderson, who provide hilarious discussions and insightful criticism about beloved pop culture topics each week. We’re wild about this show, and we think you will be, too — and we’re so grateful to Jarrett and Tre’vell for allowing us to cross-post their latest episode in our feed.Their latest episode breaks the regular format as they discuss the murder of Ge...
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