An Oriki Tribute to Oprah Winfrey
Presenting Oprah of House Winfrey. First of her name. Changer of the world. Protector of the Realm of Noirpublic. Creator of Paths. Breaker of Chains and Limits. Walker in God’s grace. Simply, Queen. Madame, we hail you. Looking like Diasporic Jollof cooked to perfection. This cover snatched my edges and …
Go Unafraid (with Bozoma Saint John) – Episode 10 of Rants & Randomness
Welcome back to Rants & Randomness! This week, I’m talking to Bozoma Saint John, businesswoman and mastermind behind some of the world’s most famous brands. On this episode, I’m feeling good about working out (and it’s not just the endorphins, y’all). I’m ranting about the fact that President Trump is …
Become the Right Thing (with Glennon Doyle) – Episode 9 of Rants & Randomness
My peoples! Excited to bring you episode 9 of Rants and Randomness! On this episode, I’m feeling good about Stacey Abrams’ primary win for Governor in Georgia. I rant about giving a hard pass to voice-activated speakers like Google Home and Amazon Alexa and I show love to Jada Pinkett-Smith’s …
Why is Dennis Rodman Looking Like the Ambassador of Struggle?
Dennis Rodman took to CNN yesterday, wearing a MAGA hat, to weep about how people came at him when he first stood with Donald Trump and went to North Korea on his behalf. All snot-nosed and rambling about how he’s been waiting for such a time as this. This former …
We All Deserve to Be Whole: Sending Love and Resources
This week has been rough. Two wealthy people, who seemed to have the world at their feet, pursued their dreams and were living their best lives, decided to take their own lives. Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain took their own lives, 3 days apart, rocking our world. I’m especially stunned …
#SquadGoals – BONUS Episode 1 of Rants & Randomness
My peoples! This bonus episode of Rants and Randomness is all about #SquadGoals: how to find your tribe and forge friendships that are built to last. On this episode, I’m diving into one of the most important topics that I’ve covered this year—building meaningful friendships in your 20s and 30s. …
Dear White House Sinkhole, You Good?
Last week, we learned there is a sinkhole forming on the lawn of the White House. I’m just here to inquire about its wellbeing. Dear Sinkhole, Hey big head. So sorry I didn’t come and visit but I’m allergic to places where fascism gets written into law. But listen, now …
An Oriki Tribute to Yara Shahidi, a Rising Star
Yara of House Shahidi. First of her name. Builder of Generational Bridges. Teller of Truths. Thoughtful Activist. “It” Factor Maven. Brilliant Being. Niece goals. Taker of Fierce Photos. You didn’t come to play on this cover!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 We see you, sis. And I cannot wait for what is in store for …
Roseanne Should Know Being Racist is a Reverse Facial
Listen. I don’t use the word “ugly” but to describe people who are hatemongers. Racists are hatemongers and their outside seem to reflect it, as their insides spill out in the form of faces that are meant for radio: audio only please. It’s like your spirit just decays from all …
Honor Honesty (With Jussie Smollett) – Episode 8 of Rants & Randomness
My peoples! Excited to bring you episode 8 of Rants and Randomness. On this episode, I’m talking about how the #BBQBecky memes have blessed my whole soul. Also, I’ve finally created that Afrobeats playlist y’all have been asking about. Anddd I’ve been reading your dope reviews of the podcast on …