Polar Opposites
Storytelling Podcasts
From the white suburbs of Texas to the hood-adjacent streets of New Jersey, Justin & Donté are truly Polar Opposites! When they’re not arguing about who’s invited to the cookout, they spend time dragging your favorite politicians, tackling uncomfortable topics, and speaking truth about all things pop culture, race, entertainment, & life. Join them weekly as they speak honestly about navigating the world as young black men while sparking conversations that are relatable, funny and NECESSARY. From the far-right to the radical left, this podcast isn’t for everybody but it’s for anybody.
Location:
United States
Description:
From the white suburbs of Texas to the hood-adjacent streets of New Jersey, Justin & Donté are truly Polar Opposites! When they’re not arguing about who’s invited to the cookout, they spend time dragging your favorite politicians, tackling uncomfortable topics, and speaking truth about all things pop culture, race, entertainment, & life. Join them weekly as they speak honestly about navigating the world as young black men while sparking conversations that are relatable, funny and NECESSARY. From the far-right to the radical left, this podcast isn’t for everybody but it’s for anybody.
Language:
English
Episodes
THE FINAL EPISODE OF THE PODCAST .
11/26/2021
It has been a joy to bring you guys episodes each week. I'm thankful for all of you who listen to the show. This podcast has been a light for both of us when it comes to facilitating interesting discussions and challenging each other to think critically. As the title notes, this will be the final episode of the show until we return from vacation. During this time we'll be thinking of ways to improve the show while taking some much-needed time away. I hope you all understand. We'll see you...
Duration:01:01:19
Colin Kaepernick Netflix Slavery Controversy, Trans Activist Gets Canceled, Should Social Media Be Policed?
11/4/2021
Welcome back! We kept you all fed this week. This episode gets into a lot of tough conversations and different perspectives. First we discuss further backlash surrounding Dave Chappelle’s standup special and the trans activist who led the Netflix walkout. She made racist comments in the past and is being targeted now. Can people change and can someone with a racist past now be an advocate for marginalized people? We also discuss the new Colin Kaepernick Netflix series and the comparisons...
Duration:00:56:22
Adele 'Easy On Me,' Critical Race Theory, Kyrie Irving Vaccine Mandate, Ben Simmons & The Weaponization Of Mental Health
10/27/2021
Welcome back! Whew, there’s a lot to get to this week. Is Adele overrated OR overhyped? We cover the debate over Critical Race Theory in schools. How involved should parents be in what schools teach? Is Critical Race Theory racist? We also discuss the current state of politics heading into the 2022 election year. Have the democrats proved that they can’t govern? Were the promises made to us empty? How do you feel about voting? We also talk about the NBA. Kyrie Irving is sitting out over...
Duration:00:54:02
Should Men Use Birth Control? & Other Unpopular Opinions...(SEND US SOME SPICY QUESTIONS!)
10/21/2021
Balancing work and a podcast is hard but here we are! Thank you for your patience! This week we're diving into some Unpopular Opinions. Is taking a "break" from a relationship selfish? Does our society delude us into thinking that no one is ugly? Is a two-week notice to leave a job necessary when the same grace isn't provided to the employee? We got into a lot this week. Do you agree or disagree? We'd love to get your thoughts on each opinion. Who did you agree with on this episode? Let us...
Duration:00:54:24
Dave Chappelle's 'The Closer' Controversy, Facebook Whisteblower, School Bans BLM & LGBTQ Flags, Jon Gruden Resigns
10/14/2021
Welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast! This week we tackle the discussion and backlash surrounding Dave Chappelle's new special on Netflix called 'The Closer'. Was he attacking the transgender community or are people being overly sensitive? We also talk about the Facebook whistleblower and the website crashing a day before the congressional hearing. YouTube deletes two R. Kelly channels and an Oregon school district bans teachers from displaying LGBT and BLM flags in the...
Duration:01:00:19
2022 Super Bowl Halftime, Will Smith Open Relationship, Is Marriage A Scam? Relationship Deal Breakers!
10/7/2021
Welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast! We talk about the 2022 NFL Halftime show performers being announced. Are you looking forward to seeing Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Dr. Dre, & Mary J Blige? Did they get it right? R. Kelly is guilty! Lock him up, Kamala! Should people in the industry who knew about his behaviors be held accountable? We also follow up on Will Smith and Jada revealing that they have an open marriage. Would you entertain an open relationship?...
Duration:00:48:25
IOS 15, Blackface, Drake vs Michael Jackson, Is 'White Chicks' Racist? Jada Pinkett Smith Needs Love!
9/29/2021
And we’re back! This week we answer a great listener question while debating if it's okay to be content or should you always push for more. We also discuss the use of blackface by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau; can it go both ways? Is the movie 'White Chicks' acceptable or racist? Could the film be made in 2021? We talk about Apple's new IOS 15 update, tracking, & whether privacy even exists anymore. We also discuss Jada Pinkett Smith's new revelation about learning to love. Justin...
Duration:01:01:33
VMAs Losing Relevancy, Nicki Minaj Vaccine Hesitancy, Is Drake Grooming Girls? Lil Nas X Montero
9/22/2021
Welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast Polar Opposites! We talk about the VMA’s losing their cultural relevancy. Why don't young people care about award shows? We also talk about the viral Nicki Minaj COVID tweets and the impacts of spreading opinions vs facts. We have some difficult discussions about the age of consent, grooming, and predatory behavior. Is Drake weird? Lil Nas X released his album 'Montero' to glowing reviews. Have you heard it? We then get some things off...
Duration:00:44:28
Unpopular Opinions & 'What Would You Do' Scenarios (SEND US MORE QUESTIONS!)
9/15/2021
Welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast Polar Opposites! This week we get into some Unpopular Opinions and What Would You Do Scenarios! Is divorce that big of a deal if you don't have children? Does our society embrace those that have messed up more than those who never get in trouble? Is parenting getting worse because parents don't want to discipline their children in the toxic manner they were raised in? We want to hear your thoughts on this episode! As expected, our...
Duration:01:07:30
Certified Lover Boy Is TRASH, Texas Abortion Law, Joe Rogan Has COVID, Naomi Osaka Takes a Break
9/8/2021
Welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast Polar Opposites! Another week, another great episode. We address the elephant In the room by discussing women’s rights via the Supreme Court's emergency ruling on the Texas abortion law. We also discuss new music from Drake and Kanye. A discussion about R Kelly is also covered. We get into new rules being developed due to the covid surge. Do influencers have a responsibility to give their listeners the truth (Joe Rogan)? Some doctors...
Duration:00:51:34
Is Aaliyah a Legend? Can Your Boyfriend Stay w/ Another Woman? Y'all Not Taking Showers? Michael B. Jordan Overrated...
9/2/2021
Welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast Polar Opposites! This week is another packed episode. We follow up on a listener question and discuss musicians becoming more celebrated after death. Who’s an artist that the public made bigger than what they were before they died? Can anyone in music history beat Drake in a VERSUZ battle? We cover the events unfolding in Afghanistan and what if anything billionaires owe the world. We also cover topics like the term GOAT and y'all's...
Duration:00:50:20
Let's Talk About Music ft. Steffi
8/25/2021
In this episode, we have a very special guest! We’re joined by our fave Steffi (inn.my.humble.opinion) on YouTube. We cover music opinions and hot takes. We revisit our legend discussion and ask each other about the difference between an icon and a legend. Is the quality of music today getting worse? Who are some modern legends in today’s industry? The Weeknd? Bruno Mars? Do you agree or disagree with us? As always like, share, & subscribe. Thanks for listening!
If you have a question...
Duration:00:50:02
Simone Biles & Mental Health Double Standards, Vaccine Passports, Rihanna A Billionaire? Happier Than Ever
8/11/2021
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Welcome back! We have a lot to unpack and a lot to discuss this week. Have you listened to Billie Eilish's new album 'Happier Than Ever?' We cover the rise in Covid cases, the Delta variant, & “vaccine passports.” We give our thoughts on the Olympic Games and Simone Biles. Should mental health be treated like physical...
Duration:00:55:55
Blackfishing, Tanning vs Skin Bleaching, Appropriation & Is Prison Rehab Or Punishment?
8/4/2021
Welcome back! We have a lot to talk about in today’s episode. There are so many weights that need to be lifted off our chests this week along with more listener questions! Iggy Azalea's new video sparked a conversation about blackfishing. Do people darken their skin to easily hop genres? Where do we draw the line between appropriation and appreciation? Should the money Bill Cosby donated to charity be returned? We also discuss whether prison is meant for punishment or rehabilitation. When a...
Duration:00:54:17
Capitalism Killed Me
7/15/2021
Hope you guys are doing well! This week we're giving y'all a little something from the vault. We discuss capitalism killing me, subway selling mystery meat, and the encroachment of technology in our lives. Hope you enjoy! Please send us more letters as well! We love hearing from you and answering your questions.
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Duration:00:37:25
Sha'Carri Richardson Misses Tokyo, Bill Cosby Freed, ESPN Rachel Nichols Audio EXPOSED
7/7/2021
It’s a new episode and we have some things to get off our chest! We discuss Sha’Carri Richardson’s suspension from team USA for failing a drug test. Do you think she should be able to compete? Were people coddling her? This leads to a larger discussion on the Olympics and fairness in competition. We talk about Bill Cosby being freed from prison, the support he's received from fans, and how we got to this point. Why do people think he's innocent? We didn’t forget to cover the fallout from the...
Duration:01:03:58
Happy Juneteenth? Critical Race Theory, Kevin Hart Cancel Culture, Trans In Hollywood
6/30/2021
Welcome, welcome, welcome as Justin would say! In today’s episode, we drag the great state of Texas in “Off My Chest.” We talk about Kevin Hart vs cancel culture and the “haters." We discuss Critical Race Theory and why people get it so wrong. Is Juneteenth being a national holiday the change we were asking for? There are interesting allegations being thrown towards Drake; is texting a teenager when you’re in your 30’s suspect? Finally, our main topic is Juneteenth! To celebrate, Justin and...
Duration:01:08:37
Your Questions, Our Answers! (Q&A) Send Us MORE!
6/23/2021
Welcome back! This week we wanted to interact with you, the listeners! In today’s episode, we answer listener questions! We have some interesting topics to cover from fetishes, interracial relationships, college majors, how to handle a nosey ex, and much more! Keep writing in so we can hear from you too! Let us know your thoughts! Interact with the show and don’t be afraid to reach out. As always like, share, & subscribe. Thanks for listening!
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Duration:00:50:33
Naomi Osaka Quits French Open 2021, Monique On Bonnets, Tyler Perry Harmful To Black Community?
6/2/2021
Welcome back! This week, we discuss Naomi Osaka and her withdrawal from the 2021 French Open (18:05) and how NBA fans have lost their minds. Do fans need to be banned? What should an athlete's relationship be like with the media? We also talk about Monique's recent comments regarding black representation in public and it opens a larger discussion about representation and how/when it matters (29:10). Is Tyler Perry good for the black community? Is Shaun King exploitative? As always we read...
Duration:01:02:03
'What Would You Do?' Scenarios & Unpopular Opinions!
5/27/2021
Welcome back! This week we play another round of Unpopular Opinions and we also go through some 'What Would You Do?' scenarios (26:52). Would you snitch on your friend for a million-dollar salary? Would you make an OnlyFans to pay some medical bills? We talk about current events such as the CDC lifting mask mandates for those who are vaccinated, congress and the January 6th commission, & the 2021 Billboard Awards (16:01). Communication is key, you’ll notice in this episode, a heated...
Duration:01:16:27