Myke and Grant have a deep conversation about the importance of acceptance during the holiday season, regardless of whether or not one's family is easy to be around. They also talked about the 2005 Christmas romantic-comedy movie, "The Family Stone" that features a star-studded cast including Diane Keaton, Craig T. Nelson, Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Je…

Myke and Grant have a vulnerable discussion about Taylor Swift's lyrics, struggling to keep your side of the street clean, Stephen B. Karpman's Drama Triangle, and the idea of victimhood using Lynne Forrest's Three Faces of Victim. Episode Sources: Keeping Your Side of the Street Clean: A 3-Part Guide to Inner Freedom The Three Faces Of Victim – An…

Happy Halloween! Writers Myke Thompson and Grant Harvey talk about Jada Pinkett-Smith's Worthy, Britney Spears' Woman In Me, and the 2023 A23 horror film Talk To Me. In honor of the spooky season, Halloween, they discuss their favorite scary movies and whether or not they would survive in a horror movie.…

We're back! Yes, it probably feels like for the 10th time because life happens. Writers Myke Thompson and Grant Harvey are teaming up once again to talk about pop culture, social issues, and the perspective of being a Black man in this world. In this episode, the hosts talk about old episode topics they want to revisit, TV shows like The Golden Bac…

Making friends and keeping them is really hard as an adult, right? In this episode, Myke talks with Karlo Haddad, Founder & CEO of 9th Floor Media, a full-range artist management company. Karlo and Myke have known each other for over a decade so they know a thing or two about trying to maintain an adult friendship, creating boundaries when working …

In this episode, Myke talks to Grant Harvey about the 95th Academy Awards featuring major wins for Everything Everywhere All At Once, All Quiet on the Western Front, Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Brendan Fraser. We also talk about how media headlines fully control the narrative of public opinion.…

In this episode, Myke and Grant discuss Chris Rock's latest Netflix special, Selective Outrage. Chris Rock is a comedic legend. But, is this one of his best routines, or does it lose sight of its message? We also discuss other topics Chris brings up during his set, including wokeism, victimhood, and the infamous Will Smith 2022 Oscars slap.…

On Feb. 21, we recorded an episode about The Last of Us, one of our new favorite shows on HBO Max based on the popular video game franchise. Myke and Grant talk about their favorite episodes and whether or not they could survive in a post-apocalyptic world — probably not.Bởi Black Man Right World

The podcast is back! Myke is joined by his frequent collaborator, good friend, and resident straight white man — Grant Harvey. In this episode, we talk about how far we have come since 2020, policing in America, Ron DeSantis and AP African American Studies in Florida, and celebrating some recent Black milestones.…

Myke and Grant discuss the latest season of Stranger Things on Netflix. Myke has a bone to pick with the representation of the Black and LGBTQ characters. Does he have a point, or is he trippin' as per usual? Opening/Ending Credits Music by Slake DranskyBởi Black Man in the Right World

Myke and Grant discuss the overdramatized Academy Award slap between Will Smith and Chris Rock, the conversation of misogynoir, and the risk of consequences for violent actions and dialogue.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

Grant and Myke talk about the effects of generational trauma, the new Disney movie Encanto, and the HBO show My Mom, Your Dad hosted by Yvonne Orji.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

Grant and Myke take a look back at all the good times, bad times, and really weird times of 2021. Just when they thought things could get worse, they got better, and then they didn't. It was a trip. How was your 2021?Bởi Black Man in the Right World

This week, Grant and Myke talk about Myke's appearance on the CW reboot of the 90's show Legends of the Hidden Temple. They're joined by special guest Augie Vandeveer, Myke's roommate who appeared on the show too. Find out what happens. Stream the TV episode here.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

This week, we talk about empathy as a part of two-part series inspired by the work of American scholar, author, and podcast host Brené Brown, and the 2021 adaptation of Frank Herbert's Dune starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Zendaya, Jason Momoa, and …

This episode, we talk about social media, Facebook, basic morality, and the hit Netflix show Squid Game (2021).Bởi Black Man in the Right World

This episode, we ask what is fear and answer 15 insightful questions to help us identify our fears. We take a look at the popular films It: Part 1 & Part 2 to help us understand why we shouldn't be afraid of our own fears.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

This week, we talk about racism, again. But, not just any racism-- we're talking about racist thinking, colorism, and the popular reality franchise Bachelor in Paradise.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

This episode, we talk about institutional power and privilege, prejudice, and the four levels of oppression and change.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

This episode, we start off BMRW Season 2 talking about the struggles of "adulting" through the lens of our favorite TV show, HBO's Girls. How's adult life going for you?Bởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about our past year in review, how we struggled with that experience, and take a somewhat optimistic look toward our futures. We are joined by our special guest Stephen Levin, a professional freelance graphic & motion designer -- email: stephenlevin088@gmail.comBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about the gay agenda, the attack on masculinity, and what could become of our world without sound religion, strong traditions, and dedicated media.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about how the world is full of hypocrites, how I used to be a big hypocrite in my youth, and the problems that stem from hypocrisy. We are joined by our special guest and friend, Linda Jin.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about expectations from America and society as a black man and white man, Disney Plus' Falcon and Winter Soldier, the 93rd Academy Awards, and Billie Eilish in British Vogue.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about black trauma and things get heated between our hosts. Listen to the conversation you're afraid to have with your white or black friends. *The following episode was recorded prior to the April 20th verdict of the Derek Chauvin trial.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about how microaggressions can become macro problems when left unattended and ignored. Topics include The Bachelor franchise, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and The Grammys.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

Everything's not so black and white in this podcast.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about growing up in the "progressive" nineties, the influence on entertainment, and we quiz a Gen Z kid on his 90s knowledge. Find out if you can remember all these nineties staples.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about what accountability means and looks like, why it's so hard to wrap our heads around it, and whether or not a simple apology is enough. Topics include Chris Harrison, The Bachelor Franchise, Britney Spears, and Trump's 2nd Impeachment.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about what you didn't + need to know about Black History Month and the reason why we need one in the first damn place.Bởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about whether we live in a post-racial society, what's the alternative to post-racial thinking, and what it means to be anti-racist. #antiracism #postracism #blm #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about the 1st Amendment, Chapman University’s connection to the January 6th insurrection, and the freedom of speech and looking like a stupid idiot. #freedomofspeech #1stamendment #chapmanuiversity #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about the soul of America, Disney Pixar’s Soul, and the meaning of what a soul could be and should be. #soul #soulmovie #pixar #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about our environment, society, and growing up in a white family. We are joined by special guest Marla Harvey, renewable energy and climate professional. #climatechange #renewable #environment #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about Japanese anime, our love vs. our shame, and a few problematic black tropes in our favorite shows. #anime #dragonballz #japan #nerd #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about white defensiveness, white fragility, how to respond, and enhance your perspective. For PART 1 of the conversation, listen to Black Man and Defensiveness. #defensiveness #whitedefensiveness #whitefragility #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about defensiveness, white fragility, how to respond, and enhance your perspective. For PART 2 of the conversation, listen to Black Man and White Defensiveness. #defensiveness #whitedefensiveness #whitefragility #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about mindfulness, being present and thankful, some great feedback, and Pulp Fiction (1994) starring Samuel L. Jackson and John Travolta. #mindfulness #spirituality #thankful #pulpfiction #BRMWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about the pandemic (COVID19), isolation, living without electricity, and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Reunion. #covid19 #pandemic #isolation #freshprince #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about forgiveness, people invading your peace, the art of letting go, and holding onto the truth. We are joined by special guest 9th Floor Media’s Karlo Haddad. #9thfloor #forgiveness #wellness #truth #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about the 2020 presidential election, growing racism, and hateful ignorance in America. We are joined by a special guest, Cade Taylor. #election2020 #racism #ignorance #hate #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about black stereotypes in media and culture, and Justin Simeon's, Bad Hair. #racism #stereotypes #archetypes #badhair #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about self-confidence, supporting others, and Dolemite is My Name starring Eddie Murphy. #dolemite #eddiemurphy #netflix #confidence #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about being creatives with self-doubt, and Radha Blank's 40-Year-Old Version. #radhablank #hillmangradproductions #netflix #selfdoubt #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

Myke talks about dealing with imposter syndrome, and Michaela Coel’s I May Destroy You. #impostersyndrome #insecurity #imaydestoryoyu #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about the plight of the black woman in America, Breonna Taylor, Megan Thee Stallion, and HBO’s Lovecraft Country created by Misha Green. #blackgirlmagic #megantheestallion #breonnataylor #lovecraftcountry #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about the “myth of bias and systemic racism”, learned behavior vs. human nature, and Antebellum starring Janelle Monae. #bias #racism #behavior #antebellum #janellemonae #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

In this episode, we are joined by special guest, hair & makeup artist Ash Ortiz, to talk about the KKK, Neo-Nazis, and the classic, but timely movie American History X (1998). Other topics include police brutality and growing up in a conservative town. #kkk #neonazi #whitesupremacy #policebrutality #hmua #BMRW Listen to this episode on all major po…

We look back at an old 2015 Reddit AMA Myke created, "Ask Your Token Black Friend Anything" to see if any answers hold up five years later. #reddit #tokenblackfriend #askmeanything #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World

We talk about Chadwick Boseman’s homecoming, our personal experiences dealing with death, and ways you can acknowledge the passing of someone you don't know. #death #grief #chadwickboseman #blackpanther #BMRWBởi Black Man in the Right World