My Momma Told Me
Comedians Langston Kerman and David Gborie take a deep dive into the most exciting, groundbreaking and sometimes problematic Black conspiracy theories. They’ll have guests cover silly conspiracies, scary conspiracies and conspiracies they learned from that uncle who used to wear jeans when he went swimming in the public pool.
Episodes
Is there a mixed-race agenda in commercials? Langston and David chat with comedy sibling duo Yassir & Isaiah Lester (The Gutter) to discuss this conspiracy theory. They take a deep dive into the infamous Honey Nut Cheerios commercial that received tons of backlash on YouTube, plus, what's up with Biktarvy commercials and the lonely woman in the library? David does a rundown on the comments and it's devastating. For some reason ...
Bert and Ernie, ummm sorry, Langston and David get together to answer your voicemails. What happened to all the Black puppets, and how did puppets infiltrate the magic castle?! Are vegetables even real? Plus, what's next for Langston and David?
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Is Tyler Perry REALLY the devil?! Langston and David sit down in studio with Sydnee Washington (Mess on Will Ferrell's Big Money Players Network) about this conspiracy theory. Not the literal devil, but is he holding back the Black community with his films and plays? Is he portraying Black people in a negative light? Typecasting, colorism, avoiding union rules, and more are discussed in this episode. Plus, what's up with Lee Daniel...
Janelle James is here to get to the root of robot evil. Gentle with the speculum, we're getting to the truth of other big questions. Did cocaine condemn the crack addict? What do you know about the majesty of nature? Can you even look at a lake, bro? We're taking our shirts off at Ocean Prime, smoking a joint, chain or no chain, we're titties to the sun.
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Are all child stars victims? Langston and David talk with Kid Fury (The Read) about this tragic conspiracy theory. They talk about the infamous sexual assault rumor that roamed the hallways of every middle school about Li'l Bow Wow. How could something so heinous spread so fast and make this rapper call a radio station from Paris? Is this just jealousy and emotional manipulation? Plus, the guys discuss Lil Wayne's virginity story a...
Bob the Drag Queen makes his debut on the podcast and delivers an extra-large episode. Together, with Langston and David they ask the biggest questions: Who is the hottest person in hip hop? What's the best accent? Better to go to a bad school and have a good home life, or a good school and a bad home life? Who would win in a foot race, Bob, Monét X Change, or Usain Bolt? Should you see your bestie fully nude?
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Does eating black-eyed peas on New Year's Eve bring you good fortune? Langston and David welcome drag superstar Monét X Change (Winner of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars S4) to discuss this very popular superstition. Why do we cook these legumes? Does this tradition bring good fortune? Also, is a tomato a berry? Of course, we dive into the history of this conspiracy and learn a lot of things along the way: Britney Spears' reggae jam, ...
Comedian and host of the new Look Back At It podcast, Sam Jay, joins Langston and David with the co-host of her Onsite podcast, Keith Johnson, to figure out what kind of magic Jesus was really bringing to the table. Miracles or willing beer runner? Sam tells us about her stable of whites. She's got a Boston flavor, the boat lover, (n*ggas in Miami need not apply), and a cool 90s surfer. Would the world be a better place if we all s...
Does the Illuminati only comprise Black celebrities? Langston and David sit down with sports journalist and podcaster extraordinaire Jemele Hill (Spolitics Podcast) as the three of them get down to business about the Illuminati, but more specifically, the Black people who make up this infamous secret society. Why aren't there more discussions about white celebrities in the Illuminati? Why isn't Langston's orthopedist in the Illumin...
We're busting a nut with Corn Nutz and writer, director, and actress Kerry Coddett (Flatbush Misdemeanors). Kerry brings us one of the best conspiracies we've heard in a long while. Russian bots are tearing apart Black America. Do we really miss our crack heads? How bad is a Cheesecake Factory date for real? Why are we not dancing anymore? Run, they're dropping fireworks in the woods.
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What's up with John Legend being in all these Pfizer commercials? Langston and David answer a listener's email about them being in cahoots with Black churches. Who does this benefit? How are church ladies involved? And WHY John Legend? They touch on issues like White Coat Syndrome and more throughout this episode. Plus, David struggles with the sound pad.
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The legendary icon of comedy and Savage X Fenty brand ambassador, Luenell, graces us with her presence. How much do we care about our white friends? Can you flip a mattress if your auntie died on it? Pinto beans and only fans. Shout out to our Filipinos! Eaze, run Luenell her money. Don't get us hard and then talk about God! There are not enough chickens to feed everyone! Where are all these giant wings coming from?
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Langston and David go off on multiple tangents, but the one thing that seems to be the focus: who would win in a "troll-off": 50 Cent or Donald Trump? This leads to a conversation about music evolution. And of course, they talk about LiAngelo Ball's viral hit.
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Comedian, Mel Mitchell, joins us to talk about aliens, but then gets very candid about her first cigarette, FAMU dorm life, and her pug-eating dog. Is Langston a victim of O'Shea Jackson Sr? Where is the American Pie for Black women? What does your favorite rapper on a t-shirt say about you? Which drugs inspire the best art? Remember to wipe front to back, kids.
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If you get your right ear pierced, does that mean you're gay? Langston and David sit down with Vinny Thomas (Platonic on Apple TV) about this fashion conspiracy theory. Talks of Claire's and how important the location is when it comes to these piercings. Let's just say the back of the bus is not a good place to be. Langston shares a story about a regretful tattoo, and we learn how Nancy Reagan really "tore it down" for Ronald Reaga...
The legendary television creator, the mind behind The PJs and Insecure, Larry Wilmore, comes to us furious that anyone would believe the moon landing could be fake. He's asking the big questions like Is white Jesus the wrong Jesus? What is good toilet reading? Plus, we take two voicemails, one on bad drivers and another on psycho ketchup users.
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Are Mattress Firm stores drug fronts? Langston and David record from IDK Studios in Denver to discuss this fan-submitted conspiracy theory. Who goes into these stores? Should we start soliciting conspiracy theories on Hinge? David and Langston dive into a TikTok video from the White Lady Bacon Pastor and break down what a private investigator does for work. Plus, they address the Start the Steal show cancellations.
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WNBA All-Star, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and the 2009 first-round draft pick, Angel McCoughtry, brings a conspiracy we've been waiting to break down: Atlanta used to be Atlantis. Imagine an underwater freaknik. Together with Langston and David, Angel ponders the big questions: Should Kevin Garnett accept a brush sponsorship? Are wings and ass good for your health? Is the defensive line back the life of every party? Plus, a ca...
Are light-skinned people good at R&B? Langston and David hit the studio with guest Kevin Avery (The Great North) and get to the bottom of this far-fetched and colorful conspiracy theory.
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The Nicole Byer, actress, comedian, and all-star podcaster, brings the celebrity clone theory to the pod. Is Avril really Emma? Why did Hannibal Buress send that man down the red carpet? David teaches us to flip and double our percentages, Langston learns how to pronounce Jussie, and we talk way too much about Spider-Man. Plus, we take a voicemail from a very drunk couple.
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Hosts And Creators
Langston Kerman
David Gborie