Amanda Seales is joined by DJ Cassidy to learn more about his journey and the opportunity for a residency in Las Vegas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Group Chat Thursday and Amanda Seales, Supreme, and TJ are debating which song is so bad you would want to set it on fire See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can we make more change by working within the government than working outside of it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we dive into a series of captivating stories starting with our "Big Up" segment, where we applaud Garcia for her resilience in not fumbling the bag despite the chaos at Fort Lauderdale International Airport when her Spirit Airlines flight was canceled. On the flip side, our "Let Down" segment highlights the misguided attempt of Sam Forster to explore racial issues in his book, "Seven Shoulders: Taxonomizing Racism in Modern America," by donning blackface, a deeply offensive...

Big Up - To Not Fumbling The Bag  Garcia was all set to jet off from Fort Lauderdale International Airport on a Spirit Airlines flight—because nothing says luxury travel like Spirit. But when her flight was canceled, Garcia found herself in the terminal limbo, waiting for her bag that never showed up.   Let down - Goes To The Ability To Self Publish.  Sam Forster's book, Seven Shoulders: Taxonomizing Racism in Modern America, is his attempt at a deep dive into racial issues by putting on...

Now it’s time for Black Around the World, your go-to spot for news from the Black diaspora. Let’s broaden our Black experiences and expand our Black horizons. Three Valencia soccer fans were sentenced to 8 months in prison for racially abusing Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr. during a May 2023 La Liga game, marking the first such conviction in Spanish soccer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter Biden, President Biden's son, was found guilty on all three counts related to a 2018 handgun purchase He could face jail time and hefty fines, though a sentencing date hasn't been set.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we delve into the highs and lows of the week with our segment "Big Up" and "Let Down." First, the "Big Up" goes to Keith Lee, the famous food critic who had an unforgettable visit to New Orleans. His car was swarmed by enthusiastic fans, causing a traffic-stopping frenzy. On the flip side, our "Let Down" targets those who presume to speak for everyone. Stephen A. Smith is in the spotlight for giving unsolicited advice to Will Smith, suggesting that Will must address the Black...

A middle school in Vernon, Connecticut, settled a lawsuit for $100,000 after a Teacher played Kendrick Lamar's song "Alright" in an eighth-grade social studies class.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time for – voting and venting! This is your opportunity (and mine) to vent about anything related to voting – contemplating who should get your vote. Vexed about certain laws being voted on in your city? We wanna hear about it! It’s time to vent. Let’s go to the phone lines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Up - Goes to reminding people that you’re not one to play with. Things got a little too intense for the famous food critic Keith Lee during a visit to New Orleans. Keith's car was swarmed by fans who were so excited they stopped traffic to get to him. Let Down - Go to people who think they speak for everybody. Stephen A. Smith gave some unsolicited advice to Will Smith on behalf of black people, saying that Will needs to address the Black community regarding the infamous Chris Rock...

In today’s episode, after a heated battle with Drake, Kendrick Lamar is doing something for the people. Kendrick Lamar is doing a pop-up concert in Los Angeles on Juneteenth. The Pop Out with Ken and Friends is actually an ode to the “Not Like Us” diss record towards Drake.   South Carolina has introduced a new bill called the South Carolina Prenatal Equal Protection Act of 2023. This bill would classify abortion as a homicide with penalties up to forty years. Also, Kyrie Irving has returned...

On Politicians Say the Darndest Things, Donald Trump talks about his relationship with God, and how does he pray. Trump's answer will shock, well maybe not shock you.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this Group Chat Topic of the Week, Amanda is asking Supreme and TJ what lessons or skills that you have learned, in honor of Father's Day this Sunday.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BIG UP - TO FLAVOR FLAV FOR MAKING RED LOBSTER TOO BIG TO FAIL.  The entire black community gasped when the news broke that Red Lobster was in financial trouble. No more cheddar biscuits? It was an existential crisis.  Flavor Flav, always a man of the people, couldn't stand by and watch the seafood chain crumble. So, in true Flav fashion, he went big—ordering everything on the menu. Yes, everything. From popcorn shrimp to lobster tails, if it was on the menu, it was on Flav's table.  LET...

Join Amanda Seales as she shares the things she's learned. This week, we're learning about plastic eating worms, called Zophobas morio.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's story of Black Joy, is after years, Malcolm X will be inducted in the state of Nebraska's Hall of Fame.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, actor, and writer Roy Wood Jr. joins the show to share stories through songs that define him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda Seales, TJ, and Supreme are bringing you stories of Black Joy from around the world and other headlines to keep you informed going into the weekend.  FOLLOW THE SHOW ON ALL SOCIALS:  @Sealessaidit  @Amandaseales  @thesupremeexperience  If You Have A Comment Leave Amanda A Message At 1 855-Amanda-8 That’s 1-855-262-6328  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Right now, there is a big change happening in Amanda's life. Sometimes you have to give your time to adjust to change, emotionally.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Group Chat Topic of the week is going back to the 90's. If you cold go back to the 90's, what would you do?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roy Wood Jr. joins the show to discuss the Negro League statistics being included in the Major League Baseball stats.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you remember the 90’s? It was such an incredible time and the Golden Era of music and just black culture. Amanda Seales and the crew wax poetic about what they loved about the 90’s for the Group Chat Topic of the Week. If you could go back to the 90’s, what would you do right now? The month of June is Black Music Month. With it being Black Music Month, Amanda and the crew discuss musicians that everyone seems to love, but Amanda and the crew just cannot get with.   Our headliner of the...

In this episode, a listener asks if he should allow his daughter to go on a coed trip, prompting Amanda Seales and Supreme to share their thoughts on the matter. The hosts also react to the recent news that the Florida Board of Education has approved changes to social studies standards while leaving the controversial sections on Black history untouched. Amanda and Supreme discuss the implications of this decision for parents in Florida.  Additionally, Method Man gets a "Big Up" for knowing...

Big Up - Method Man Knowing Your Audience Method Man says he's no longer chasing those Summer Jams waterfalls. He's sticking to the old-school tours and festivals he's used to, and that's just fine.  Let Down - White Owned Desert Shop Inspired By Hip Hop A Caucasian couple owns a dessert shop franchise The Cookie Plug that they claim is inspired by hip hop but all of their references are to drug usage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.