the blacklog

Rod & Ryan look back on season 2 of A Different World. They recap everything from how important Debbie Allen was to this season to what if they decided on different storylines. And of course, they digress.

Rod & Ryan dive into the season finale of season 2. Dwayne and Ron move off campus into a "luxury" apartment and Whitley can't decide whether to work or have fun during the summer. Finally, Walter and Jaleesa take a break from one another.

It's getting close to the end of season 2 of A Different World. Rod & Ryan dive into Dwayne's bid for student council president while getting advice from none other than the Rev. Jesse Jackson.

Rod & Ryan discuss the celebrated film by the Hudlin Brothers...House Party (the original). This movie stars hip hop legends Kid n' Play, not to mention a host of stars including Robin Harris (RIP), Tisha Campbell, Martin Lawrence, and AJ Johnson. Basically, parents go out of town so Play throws a house party. There's a lot more to it than that so check out this episode.

Rod & Ryan dive into episode 20, where Freddie is planning to date a baseball player that Dwayne warns against. This was one of the first shows to tackle the subject of "Date Rape".

Rod & Ryan delve into episode 19, where Whitley suddenly needs a job after wrecking Mr. Gaines car. Also, Ron deals with an AWFUL haircut!

Rod & Ryan dive into this episode w/Kim's crazy @$$ schedule that is keeping her from maintaining her grades, and Mr. Gaines gets kicked out his house.

Rod & Ryan jump back into A Different World after having a quick movie break. Episode 17 has Jaleesa's ex-husband coming to town to win her back. As you can guess, Walter isn't too happy.

Rod & Ryan deep dive into Spike Lee's first film, "She's Gotta Have It" as only they can do. This story follows Nola Darling who is sexually confident and stays true to herself no matter what.

Rod & Ryan continue w/season 2 of A Different World. Episode 16 has Dwayne and Ron trying to join a fraternity and their different points of view on pledging.

Rod & Ryan discuss Whitley's mama who shows up at Hillman and wants Whitley to drop out.

Rod & Ryan debate or more so deride Dwayne for breaking out the ring for Suzanne and subsequently her reaction.

Rod & Ryan discuss Clair Huxtable's return to Hillman with Vanessa and her friend, Cara.

Rod & Ryan dive into Freddie's drinking is supposed to help her finish a creative writing project and Lettie tries to teach Walter how to cook for Jaleesa.

Rod and Ryan deep dive into and digress about episode 11, "It Happened One Night". Kim gets a pregnant scare and Dwayne helps her boyfriend get into the dorm to work it out.

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Rod & Ryan dive into episode 10, "Radio Free Hillman". Dwayne's radio show gets yanked off air for playing an ill-advised album, and they protest at the Dean's office.

Rod & Ryan discuss episode 9, "All's Fair". Kim and her new boyfriend use Whitley's kindness to get it on, and Freddie is hated by her poetry class.

Rod & Ryan jump into the episode, "Life With Father". Dwayne finds out his girlfriend's dad is none other than Dr. War himself, Col. Taylor. Freddie also gets a makeover from Whitley.