Talk about massive adolescent life changes! Tune in to hear our host Kay-B reviewed the coming-of-age film, InBetween Girl! is this YA film Color Grade approved? Later, Kay-B gives a review of one of Netflix’s reality show, Bling Empire, shoutout HBO Max’s House of Ho, and reviews the Netflix cowboy flick, Concrete Cowboy!  Follow the Color Grade! @ColorGradePod on IG and Twitter In the Show: - Host- Kay-B: @TheLadyKayB on IG and Twitter This episode of The Color Grade Podcast was...

Wow, did the summer just become hotter and even more cruel? Tune in to hear our host Kay-B reviewed the highly talked about Freeform series, Cruel Summer! is this YA thriller Color Grade approved? Later, Kay-B gives a fun review of one of TV Land/ Paramount+'s best shows, Younger, which is in it’s final season, and reviews the Netflix feminist film, Moxie! Follow the Color Grade! @ColorGradePod on IG and Twitter In the Show: - Host- Kay-B: @TheLadyKayB on IG and Twitter This episode of...

Wow, did Demi just bare it all? Tune in to hear our host Kay-B reviewed the highly talked about tell-all SXSW 2021 docu-series, Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil! Demi holds nothing back, but is it Color Grade approved? Later, Kay-B gives a fun review of one of Netflix's most discussed shows, Emily in Paris, praises the Netflix Oscar-nominated short, Love Song for Latasha, and reviews the ridiculous HBO Max monster smash, Godzilla vs. Kong!  Follow the Color Grade! @ColorGradePod on IG...

In this special episode of the Color Grade podcast, our host Kay-B sits down with Chairman Fred Hampton, Jr. to talk about the film--Judas and the Black Messiah. In this conversation, Chairman Fred Hampton, Jr. discusses the time and dedication they took to make the movie, Daniel Kaluuya and Dominque Fishback's performances, and what he wants his legacy to be. You don't want to miss this. Follow the Color Grade! @ColorGradePod on IG and Twitter In the Show: - Host- Kay-B: @TheLadyKayB on IG...

Time isn't always on our side. Tune in to hear our host Kay-B chat with the Color Grade's executive producer, Noleca Radway, about the documentary that follows Fox Rich's journey to freeing her husband from prison. Together Kay-B and Noleca detail the affect the film had on them, discuss what they wanted more of, and what they appreciated about Fox's passion, determination, and love for her husband and family. Later, Kay-B’s tells you and all the die-hard Gilmore Girls fans why Netflix’s...

Introducing #TRIGGERED a media review podcast about all things that made us feel something and why! Join sister friends Andrea, host of the Cheat Code Podcast and Noleca, host of the Raising Rebels Podcast as they get into all of their feelings. A Domino Sound production.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this special episode of the Color Grade podcast, our host Kay-B chats with Therese Lacson and a returning friend of the pod--Kristen Maldonado about Sundance. Together the trio talk about their virtual experience and discuss the films they saw and missed. Later, Kay-B, Therese, and Kristen reveal the lessons they've learned by attending Sundance in hopes to empower anyone--especially a critic--looking to attend the festival. Finally, they reveal if their top film picks from Sundance are...

For this week's episode, it's Kay-B and Screeeamm Queeenn. Join our host and her guests, Drea Washington and Tommy "Teebs" Pico as they chat about Run--a Hulu thriller starring Sarah Paulson and Kiera Allen. Together, the trio discuss what worked and what didn't about the movie, what Black and Indigenous actors they could see in the roles, and if they think Run is Color Grade approved. Later, Kay-B shares a film and show pick that will take you to hell and back and tug on your heart...

Wow. Is Saved by the Bell actually. . . good? Tune in to hear our host Kay-B, and returning guests Kristen Maldonado of the Pop Culture Planet Podcast and Elliot of Movie Files, chat about their viewing experience and all the reasons they're loving the revamp. From the LBGTQIA, Afro-Latinx, Latinx, and Black inclusion to the witty writing, and relevant pop-culture moments--Bayside may be where it's at. But, is it Color Grade approved? Later Kay-B shares a film and show pick that she...

The Color Grade podcast is back with a very special episode. Tune in to hear our guest, Kay-B interview actress and activist Taylour Paige. In this conversation Paige discusses her roles in Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, Hit The Floor, and Zola. She also shares how rewarding it is to do the work on oneself and provides insight on how her lived experiences bring the characters she plays to life. Later, Kay-B shares a film and movie pick she's certain you'll get hooked on and want to watch again...

There's nothing like ending the year off in the holiday spirit! So tune in to hear our host Kay-B and her guests Trey Mangum of Shadow and Act and Sharronda Williams of Pay or Wait chat about Jingle Jangle. Together the trio discuss the brilliance of the child actors in the film, critique the move industry's casting habits, and more. Later, Kay-B gives a special shout out and shares films and show picks she's certain you should binge before you're back to work in the New Year. The Color...

Trauma can make or break an already souring relationship, at least this may be the case for the couple in Tara Miele's film, Wander Darkly. Join our host Kay-B and her special guests Kathia Woods of the Cup of Soul Show and Robert Daniels of 812 Film Reviews, as they weave personal experiences into their chat about the characters' relationship dynamic, discuss the need for patience while watching the movie, and detail why they are surprised by Sienna Miller and Diego Luna's...

Notorious for his heavy films, Steve McQueen switched it up and gave us Lovers Rock--the best film of 2020 or an (high quality) extended music video? Tune in to hear our host Kay-B and special guests Sharronda Williams of Pay or Wait and Trey Mangum of Shadow & Act chat about the Small Axe series available on Amazon Prime. Later, Kay-B plays a rapid fire question game with David Jonsson of HBO's Industry and shares a recommended film and show that she assures are worth the...

It's the inaugural episode of Season 2 of the Color Grade Podcast, and it's all about Selena y Los Dinos! Join our host Kay-B and her special guests Kristen Maldonado of the Pop Culture Planet Podcast and Elliot of Movie Files, as they discuss the highly anticipated Netflix series about the late Tejano superstar and her family. Questions that need answers:: Does the show do justice to Selena's career and global impact? Did production and writing do its due diligence? And could the nine...

Welcome back to The Color Grade Pod. This week, we bring you a very special mid-season episode where host Joi Childs, and fellow film critics Trey and Kay B, discuss the insane journey we’ve all had since we were recording Sundance, this January 2020. A lot has happened. We’re all tired and just trying to do our best. This episode we get into it. Miss Rona, the national civic unrest, and the late ass awakening of white liberal America. How are black creatives holding up during these...

Join Joi, and host of Raising Rebels, Noleca Radway, as they review Cuties--Maimouna Doucouré's French-language film about a Senegalese tween growing up in one of Paris’ poorest neighborhoods. It discusses the complex socialization & hypersexualization of young black girls. We talk why it’s uncomfortable watching 11-year-olds twerk, how this movie could have ONLY been directed by a black woman, and the mesmerizing holy water scene. Out now on Netflix! We also talk to actress &...

Join our host, Joi Childs, and friend of The Color Grade, Carvell Wallace as they discuss Farewell Amor, a deeply moving story of an Angolan immigrant family who reunites in New York City after 17 years apart. Written and directed by Ekwa Msangi, starring Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Zainab Jah, and Jayme Lawson. It received the Sundance Institute Producers Award for Narrative Feature. The film was absolutely FANTASTIC and we can’t for y’all to see it! Also, while in line waiting for the...

Join host, Joi Childs, and producer, Noleca Radway, as they review Miss Juneteenth, starring Nicole Beharie (who played wife in the legendary Black Mirror episode Striking Vipers) as a former beauty queen, single mother who is preparing her rebellious tteen daughter to compete in a pageant. Written & Directed by Channing Godfrey Peoples. And we speak with Carla Wills, a producer for Democracy Now, a global weekday radio news hour. We talk about accessibility : how there was a lot of...

Join host, Joi Childs, and host of upcoming podcast The Cheat Code, Andrea O’Brien, as they discuss Justin Simien’s newest film Bad Hair: an American horror comedy about a haunted weave. Starring Lena Waithe, Kelly Rowland, Vanessa Williams, Blair Underwood and Laverne Cox. Hulu recently bought the worldwide distribution rights of the film for a reported 8 million.  Also, we go to an event hosted by PBS’s award-winning documentary series, POV. There, we met Arielle Knight, Associate...

We attended the premiere of the new Taylor Swift doc at Sundance! In this episode, Joi speaks with Noleca & Kenya about Lara Wilson’s new Netflix documentary on the highest-paid celebrity in the world, Miss Americana. It promises to be political, but it falls VERY short. In these times of intense racial tension in America, can you even call yourself political if you don’t mention race? The problem is much bigger than Taylor Swift, but it’s weird to see everyone try so hard to avoid the...

Join host Joi Childs, and special guest and New York Times bestselling author, writer and podcaster, Carvell Wallace as they discuss Minari, a new A24-distributed film about a Korean-American family who moves to Arkansas to start a farm in search of the American dream. Directed by Lee Issac Chung. (YASSSSSS complex Asian-American stories!! Because EVERYONE deserves proper representation in this media landscape!)  And we speak to cinematographer Aakash Raj, who got into Sundance with his new...

**TRIGGER WARNING: SEXUAL ASSAULT & HARASSMENT**  Join host Barry White Joi Childs, and Color Grade producers, Noleca and Kenya, as they discuss what it was like to attend the world premiere of On The Record by Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering, the Russell Simmons’ sexual assault documentary. We give initial reactions to the film, discuss the racial complexities of the #MeToo era and try to figure out Oprah’s bizarre last minute departure.  We drop *EXCLUSIVE* audio from the On The Record...

Join host Joi Childs, and Andrea O’Brien (host of upcoming podcast The Cheat Code), as they discuss the hottest film at this year’s Sundance that’s based on THAT legendary 2015 Twitter thread, ZOLA, directed by Janicza Bravo! (Yes, the story is GHETTO AF, but if you’re white, you can’t say that :D ) Plus, on line for the premiere of “On The Record” by Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering--the VERY important film which details sexual assault by Russell Simmons--we speak with veteran comedian, actor,...

On our very first episode, join our host Joi Childs, and very special guests Kay-B and Trey Mangum, and as they review Radha Blank’s “40 Year Old Version”, a hilarious New York hip-hop comedy film about a has been playwright who reinvented herself at 4-years-old--which was just picked up by Netflix! (YAS QUEEN!) We also get real AF about “diversity & inclusion”, and INTERNAL gatekeeping of the film industry. Mhm, we see yall... Plus, we go behind the scenes at a Sundance’s POV party...