Society and Pop Culture 101

If you grew up in the 90s and early 2000s you are well aware of how industry beauty standards took over the world. From the rise of the video vixen to the take over of social media. It wasn't new then and it's not new now, but for some reason the issue still persists. False beauty standards continue to hurt our children and perpetuate a false sense of confidence that easily falls a part in today's society.

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In this session, Instructors BK Spades and Novacaine discuss Hip-Hop not making the Top 40 for the 1st time in 30+ years. Which is more relevant Hip-Hop or The Billboard itself. Our duo covers many topics within the topic from lack of substance to corporate involvement diluting the source materials. Does this make hip-hop artist hungry again? Will it spark a new hip-hop renaissance? Does the community even need a corporation tellin...

In today's class we're discussing our favorite films from the eras of 1960 and 1970. We didn't want to this one alone so we're tagging in The No Bustle Podcast for a multi-part crossover event. Cross your fingers because if things go well we're talking full on sequels and maybe a few spin-offs. Maybe, some commemorative plushies and t-shirts? We'll have to talk to the merch department for that one. But until then enjoy our favorite...

Tiq Milan holds many titles, trans advocate, writer, teacher, and mentor. Yet perhaps the most meaningful is simply: son. This role grants him a unique and powerful lens through which he approaches his diverse life callings. Whether he's encouraging, educating, or simply sharing a story, Tiq offers a compelling example of what humanity can aspire to be.

Join the class as instructors BK Spades and Novacaine interviews Mr. Tiq Mi...

Is Ai in the entertainment ethical in the entertainment industry? That's becoming a pretty complicated question with the emerging power of Ai. Who better to help with this conversation than the 'Twerking Techie' herself, Evelynn Mimi Jae. Mimi Jae hosts the Tasty Talks Podcast & The Mimi Morning Show and has a huge interest in the tech side of the world.

Topics include: Ai in social media, Ai Actress Tilly Norwood , ...

So American Eagle and Sydney Sweeney dropped a controversial ad playing on the words of 'jeans' and 'genes'.

People immediately picked up on 'dog whistles' in the ads visuals and language.

Somehow, Beyonce got pulled into conservatives whataboutisms and added to the controversy.

Speaking of music artist, BET makes major cut to two more of it's iconic mainstays.

Later we talk Dean Caine and his latest outb...

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In this session, Instructors BK Spades and Novacaine, pick who would get the -hypothetical- Golden Cookout Ticket. We're definitely not bringing them back but thought it would be fun to see where the conversation could go.

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The world wants to see the Epstein files and President Trump is making it an all-out scandal by refusing.

We discuss the lost of Hulk Hogan and Ozzy Osborn and their impact.

We...

It's Mid season break and Instructors BK Spades and Novacaine are discussing the importance of celebrating Juneteenth. Also theirs a New Black Panther in Wakanda and he's T'challa's long lost kid that revelation comes with a shocking twist'Lasts Things: BET Awards; RTruth returns as Ron Killings and Naomi makes history at Money in the Bank

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In this previously recorded live episode, Instructors BK Spades and Novacaine discuss the aftermath of the overturning of Roe v Wade. Focusing on the story of 30-year-old Adriana Smith, a brain dead woman, whom the State of Georgia is forcing to keep alive (by way of life support) against her families wishes.

Then we discuss the reception of Marvels Ironheart before the series drops in June. Unless you're new to the MCU, and some o...

Instructor BK returns and joins in with Instructor Novacaine to dig into the events of a hectic and chaotic past week.
Starting with New York and the internet reacting to the 12-foot bronze statue erected in Times Square. Plus, the start of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial is finally underway, and the news coming out is already shocking.
Lastly, we give our thoughts on the Trump administration taking funding away from PBS and NPR. Meanwhi...