Say Something Nice Podcast - Film, TV & Music Talk on a Blacker Level

Disney's highly anticipated (and heavily promoted) streaming service is finally here! Is the Disney+ content (we'll discuss bugs and omissions in a later episode) what we've truly wished for upon a star, or are we poor, unfortunate souls for signing up? And what of "The Mandalorian," the first live-action Star Wars series, and its breakout character (*redacted* - so cute!). All this plus Dwayne Johnson trying to Dwayne Johnsonify one of DC Comics' most murderous supervillains, whether Vin...

25 years ago, Atlanta pop/R&B royals Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins, Lisa "Left-Eye" Lopes, and Rozonda "Chilli" Thomas rose through the (literal) ashes of controversy and scandal to release one of the best-selling and best-loved R&B albums of the decade. In this special episode, the SSN Crew, and special guest Tim from the Kuroverse Corporation, do a track-by-track retrospective on TLC's sophomore album, "Crazysexycool." We cover behind-the-scenes stories, the group's origins (and its forgotten...

The Bay Area PG&E Purge kept us from celebrating Halloween with y'all, and - in true C-Dubb Show fashion - we give OUR view of why it happened. We also mourn the loss of everyone's TV "Pops," John Witherspoon, and Courtney straight loses it at the news of Katie Hill's resignation from Congress. Oh yeah...and Jesus is King. WHERE TO FIND OUR CAST: Find Carolyn online at: Twitter: http://twitter.com/CDubbTheHost Instagram: http://instagram.com/CDubbTheHost Facebook: Dubb Carolyn Find...

The signs are everywhere. From Amber Guyger to Atatiana Jefferson to Kanye West. Let's talk about Decolonizing Forgiveness. WHERE TO FIND OUR CAST: Find Carolyn online at: Twitter: http://twitter.com/CDubbTheHost Instagram: http://instagram.com/CDubbTheHost Facebook: Dubb Carolyn Find Courtney online at: Twitter: http://twitter.com/ShortCourtney Instagram: http://instagram.com/_shortcourtney_ Facebook: Courtney Cecelia Welch Find Willis online at: Twitter: http://twitter.com/HeyMissWillis...

In this episode, the SSN Crew indulges in two big discussions about two very different films celebrating anniversaries with new productions. First up, we discuss Stephen King's classic horror novel "The Shining," the subject of a classic film celebrating its 40th anniversary with a sequel, "Doctor Sleep." Can this new entry following an adult Dann Torrence mentoring a Black teenage girl live up to the legacy of the Stanley Kubrick classic? Then, we dive back in time again - and under the sea...

A long time ago (last week), in a galaxy far, far away (Burbank), a media conglomerate announced a sprawling new steaming platform full of some of their most popular movies and TV shows, as well as new productions. No, it isn't Disney - it's Warner Bros., and, unlike with the Mouse House, there's far more hurdles to overcome. Can HBO Max overcome branding issues and a high monthly price to make new "Green Lantern." "Boondocks," and "Little Ellen" (!) productions successes? In this episode,...

The SSN Crew returns to discuss two very different new movies featuring Black actors. First up is "Harriet," the hotly-debated biopic about Black American hero Harriet Tubman embroiled in multiple controversies, some reasonable, some blatant lies. Does the movie do justice to our legend, or is it a white savior movie featuring an implausible interracial love story? Or...is it neither? Then, we review Eddie Murphy's return to form in "Dolemite is My Name," with its look at the making of a...

The SSN Crew takes a break from discussing filmed entertainment to discussed printed entertainment - comics! We discuss our favorite comic books and comic strips growing up, and what we're currently reading as well. Plus, LaTria discusses her love for Cedric the Entertainer as we express our bewilderment at a "Johnson Family Vacation" sequel, and Ali is shocked to learn how expansive and prolific the "Mammy" stereotype was in classic American film. SHOW NOTES: 0:00:00: Our Favorite Comic...

We've seen quite a few 50 best rapper lists online as of late (thanks, T.I.?), but what about the opposite? In this episode, the SSN Crew discusses and reacts to the Top 50 WORST Rappers of All-Time list - and a few of the entries will shock you! In addition, we discuss Disney+ and HBO Max making power plays for your attention and your money and yet ANOTHER upcoming live-action Disney remake (argh!). There's also reviews of Netflix's "Raising Dion", the salacious LGBTQ+ documentary "Scotty...

Are two Wills better than one? The SSN Crew and special guest Tammy aka Cowkitty review Ang Lee's latest experiment with high-frame rate filmmaking. Unlike with his previous "Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk," this time Mr. Lee has a secret weapon: Will Smith! Was seeing Fresh Prince vs. Fresh Prince worth watching in (*deep breath*) Dolby Cinema 3D at 120 frames per second, or is it not much more than an action-heavy telenovela? Also, did Jason Weaver make a mistake by taking royalties...

The CW's new & returning shows are back, including a rather somber "Riverdale," a rather meh "The Flash," and...a rather grown Nancy Drew having sex? With a Black ex-con? The SSN Crew and special guest Tammy aka Cowkitty discuss these shows (and her fave, "The Masked Singer"), plus the films "The Addams Family", "El Camino", "Little Monsters", "Dolemite is My Name", and more! SHOW NOTES: 0:00:00: Follow-Up ◦ "Joker" & Gary Glitter ◦ Tyler Perry, unions, LGBTQ+/abused shelter ◦ Diahann...

Pioneering actress and singer Diahann Carroll passed away at the age of 84 last week. As one of the earliest Black Broadway stars and the first Black woman to star on TV as a professional woman, she broke down multiple barriers for Black women in entertainment. In this special episode of the SSN Crew, and special guests Alasha and C-Dubb from The C-Dubb Show, discuss Ms. Carroll's career and four of her most famous acting achievements: as the star of the sitcom "Julia," as the lead of the...

Tyler Perry's new studio is open and all of Black Hollywood turned out for the ceremony! The SSN Crew and special guests Alasha and C-Dubb from The C-Dubb Show discuss the Tyler Perry Studios gala event, Sesame Street moving to HBO Max (and what it means for PBS), as well as reviews of "Hustlers," "God Friended Me," "Raising Dion," "The Masked Singer," and even "Love After Lockup!" SHOW NOTES: 0:00:00: Tyler Perry Studios' New Location Hosts Gala Opening 0:35:17: Say Something Real: Reviews...

The most infamous film release (so far!) of 2019 is finally here! In this episode, the SSN Crew and special guest Dr. Apryl review Todd Phillips' equally praised and maligned "Joker," based (very) loosely on Batman's comic-book archenemy. Is it the masterpiece the film festivals praised it as or an embarrassment to real fans of DC Comics? Will Joaquin Phoenix win the Oscar? Did seeing the picture turn us all into murderous incels? All of these questions and more are answered within! Wait,...

The movies have not always been kind to Black people - even down to our very appearance as captured on film. In this episode, the SSN Crew discusses the racial biases literally built into earlier color photography and the history of the Shirley cards. We also discuss how filmmakers such as Ava DuVernay and cinematographer Bradford Young are pushing for improvements in how Black people appear in cinema. Plus - reviews of the new fall TV shows "mixed-ish," "All Rise," and "Stumptown," Todd...

It's a special bonus episode! LaTria & Ali watch the 2019 Emmy Awards, while Brandon (whose TV is too far away) explores the offerings on BET & Tyler Perry's new streaming service! WHERE TO FIND OUR SHOW: Come join our Facebook group: https://ssnpodcast.comfbgroup Want to help support the show? Visit https://ssnpodcast.comdonate/ to leave us a PayPal donation! Check us out on social media: Twitter: http://twitter.com/ssnpodcast Facebook: http://facebook.com/ssnpodcast Instagram:...

We at The C-Dubb Show are TIRED!! Tired of teaching Queer 101, that is. Dubb and Courtney, along with Stephanie from the Mocha Minutes Podcast, discuss the Woke Wars between Shaun King and DeRay Mckesson and then dive deep into Hart/Yoba/Chapelle zone for a conversation about tone-deaf responses to queer identity. WHERE TO FIND OUR CAST: Find Carolyn online at: Twitter: http://twitter.com/CDubbTheHost Instagram: http://instagram.com/CDubbTheHost Facebook: Dubb Carolyn Find Courtney online...

Everything that ain't tied down is getting "rebooted"! Where are the original ideas?! Sitting in drawers unmade because YOU (yes, you!) would rather go see superheroes and CGI lions at your local bijou! Okay, that might be hyperbole. Might, I tell you. In this episode, the SSN Crew wades through the plethora of announcements for "new" takes on "Saved By the Bell," "Set it Off," "The Craft," "Punky Brewster", and "The Boondocks." We give our takes on which of these (if any!) will make it....

Oh, the indignation and injustice! Felicity Huffman has been sentenced to fourteen whole days in prison for paying to have her daughter's SAT scores "enhanced", while Lori Loughlin (Aunt Becky) continues to stand up in her defiance after also paying for illegal "help" for her daughters' college admissions. In this episode, LaTria pitches the SSN Crew on an Academy Award-worthy film version of the Huffman/Loughlin college admissions scandal, with A-list cast, crew, and an interesting choice...

The SSN Crew returns from vacation to get back into the swing of things. In this episode, we revisit "Rocko's Modern Life" through a new Netflix special, ranting about Amazon's "Carnival Row," and whether spending three hours watching an evil clown kill kids in "It: Chapter Two" is worth your well-earned money. Plus! Reviews of "Dora and the Lost City of Gold," "Steven Universe: The Movie," discussions of Warner's upcoming CGI Scooby-Doo movie, and a recap of our trip to the inaugural...