Cultivated Ignorance

On this brand new episode the guys sit down with the beautiful and talented @shaeislove to discuss how couples and men most importantly can be intimate in their relationships. What about intimacy scares men? They also talk about why many men opt for just getting some coochie vs entering an intimate loving relationship. They even dive into dirty talk and what people consider to be foreplay and some of their wildest sexual memories from their pasts. Tune in and don't be afraid to like, comment, and share.

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance the guys sit down and chop it up about the new wave of parents being bluntly honest about regretting parenthood. Should parents be able to say things like that out loud or should they keep it to themselves? Do it do anyone any good? The guys also discuss if "Buying Black Owned" is actually good for black consumers since Capitalism itself keeps black people at the bottom. Tune in let us know your thoughts!

Our wrap up show where we discuss all the best and wildest Blackity Black moments of the year is here Beautiful People, tune-in and drop a comment with your favorite moments below!!!

On this latest episode of Cultivated Ignorance the guys sit down and catch with other after the long layoff...AGAIN! They sit down and give their thoughts on Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and black representation as a whole. They also mourn the ending of the FX's Atlanta and give their thoughts on the final season. Tune in now!!!

The Insecurities Of Black Men by Cultivated Ignorance

On this latest episode of Cultivated Ignorance the guys sit down with with the dope brother @Kahnscience to discuss Relationship Anarchy and how prioritizing all of our relationships equally can lead to more happiness. We also discuss why people often tend create new boundaries around their friendships once entering a new relationship. Lastly, we question are people's preferences holding them back from finding romantic partners? Particularly when it comes to bisexual men. Tune in and let us know your thoughts!

On the latest episode of Cultivated Ignorance Will and Mike discuss the unexpected passing of Kevin Samuels. Mike asks whether Kevin Samuels message was dangerous to to the groups he often made fun of and whether a person could be happy leaving a legacy behind like that of Kevin Samuels. Will questions what Elon's Twitter will look like once the takeover is complete. Will it be better in allowing people of different backgrounds and beliefs to have an open constructive dialogue with each other or will it get even more degenerate that it already is at times? Tune in and let us know your thoughts!!!

In this week's episode the guys sit down to discuss the double standard that exists when it comes to body shaming men and women. Mike and Will try to and figure out why people seem comfortable body shaming men but in today's society it only comes off as toxic masculinity when talking about women the same way. They also discuss Steve Harvey's recent interview on Earn Your Leisure podcast. While Steve has great points and rules on what bring about success, are these core values truly applicable for someone who is struggling just to keep their head above water in the capitalist system? Tune in and don't be afraid to comment. SUBSCRIBE!!!!

This week the guy's sit down and talk the new Netflix documentary Jeen-Yuhs. They reminisce over "old Kanye" and discuss their favorite parts of the documentary. They also talk about Brittney Renner's second interview on Cam Newton's Funky Friday and she is changing the way we see and view instagram models. Tune in and check it out!!!

This week the guys are joined by Preston Anderson of VudooMunkyFut @vudoomunkyfut to discuss the recent "leaking" of celebrity sex tapes. They take a deep dive on the culture of "coming out" as well as pro and cons of being self actualization while being queer vs hetero. Preston also shares his thought on how black men can love and see each other differently and more genuinely. Tune in and let us know your thoughts.

Come one come all and get your brand new NFTs today!!! On this week's episode the guys talk about the NFT craze and how everything, I repeat EVERYTHING, is commodified, packaged and marketed to us for consumption. They also discuss HBO's Euphoria and if it promotes teenage drug use. Tune in and check it out. Don't forget to get your NFTs lol.

This week the guys sit down with Kyla Jenee Lacey @kylajlacey and Tamyia Allen @myia_byia to figure out why many black men don't want to help in the fight for black feminism.

2021 Wrap - Up Show by Cultivated Ignorance

In a world where we live infinitely intricate lives often full of confusion and hypocrisy, why do we tend to pretend everything is so black or white in our discussions on social media? Why is it so hard for many of us to admit there could be more than one right answer, or that we may not have the answer at all when it comes to politics, relationships, and social interactions in general?

On the latest episode of Cultivated Ignorance the guys are joined by Dr. Sheena Mason to discuss the "Theory of Racelessness." They take a deep dive on what the "Theory of Racelessness" is as well as if that is something black people actually want. Dr. Mason takes the guys through her journey and what brought her to this stance. Will struggles to identify who he would be without his blackness while Mike questions whether black empowerment movements actually help or are they counterproductive. Tune in now!!!

It's All About Perspective by Cultivated Ignorance

Damnit Dave! by Cultivated Ignorance

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorace we are joined by the incredible @jilllouisebusby (more affectionately known as Jillisblack) for a gloriously insightful and introspective convo on complicity and the countless ways it seeps into the behaviors of the personas we showcase both on social media and in real life.

Today we dive into the Manosphere (also known as The RedPill Community, Incels, etc.) and examine how their hyper-masculine, misogynistic, and generally toxic views and treatment of women are, while inexcusable, often a result of America's continued failure to properly love boys and men. Joining us this time around is the super insightful Youtuber and black media critic F.D Signifier, tune-in and give us your thoughts!!

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance Will and Mike give their thoughts Kanye Wests newest project Donda. They break down how they felt about the album and rank Kanye's best and worst albums. They talk about the latest veruz battle to be announced as well the crazy rollout and promotion for Drake's newest album Certified Lover Boy. Tune in!!!

They Made It Rain, Literally by Cultivated Ignorance

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ON this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we are joined by award-winning writer, poet, scholar, activist, and filmmaker Frank B. Wilderson III in a discussion on Afropessimism and its premise, criticisms, and possible use in creating a new Black-centered world for Black people. He also breaks down how he believes Barack Obama was created by white people?!?!?! Tune in now!!!

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance Will and Mike sit down and discuss Bill Cosby aka Heathcliff Huxtable being released from prison and Phylicia Rashad aka Claire Huxtable supporting her man. We also discuss Sha'Carri Richardson's recent suspension. Tune in and share your thoughts.

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance Will and Mike sit down and discuss America's newest national holiday, Juneteenth, commercializing non-white holidays, Ikea f'n, and more!

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we sit down with sexologist and certified authentic Tantra practitioner Brion Craig to discuss how we as men can more in touch with our own bodies to connect better with ourselves and our partners. We also talk about how pornography affects the way we perceive sex and how we can unlearn watch porn teaches us. Tune in and leave a comment

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we share our thoughts on the Joe Budden podcast fallout, ranted over LLC Twitter nonsense, and questioned what exactly black men’s role in protecting black women should look like.

On this latest episode of Cultivated Ignorance we vented over the current scarcity of quality music, debated why one would ever risk listening to a full length Future album, and discussed why it seems like people have such a hard time finding true Liberation within their own bodies and minds. Tune-in and comment with your thoughts!

It's Just A Joke by Cultivated Ignorance

On the lastest episode of Cultivated Ignorance we discuss Marvel’s newest supervillain Kevin Samuels. We attempt to figure out what the hell a “High Value Man” really is, and ask if it’s something women really want and men really wanna be. We’re also talkin’ Derrick Jaxn advanced level cheating techniques, satanic lap dances, angry Christians, and a whole lot mo’. Let us know if you think there is such a thing as a high value man or woman.

On this brand new episode we reviewed Coming to America 2. We also decided to put our black card on the line and looked back on the movies we consider to be classics in the black community while honestly asking ourselves: Are these films actually GOOD?! Check it out and let us know your thoughts and what movies you think we missed!!

From the abortion bill that recently passed right here in South Carolina to random dudes bashing Lori Harvey for her latest dating spree, do too many men have a problem with women simply doing what they want with their bodies, or is it deeper than that?

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we chop it up with producer, writer, director, and actor @andrewgajadhar over the new film Judas and The Black Messiah and discussing what has become of the modern black revolutionary, and if a true revolution can (or should) ever take place at this point in time. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we give our thoughts on how we felt after watching the inauguration. We speculate what structural change for black folk may actually look like under Biden's administration. We also break down if we think gender roles currently provide healthy foundations for our relationships. How do you feel about the future under this new presidential administration and how you handle gender roles in your life and relationships? Let us know and don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.

On the latest episode Cultivated Ignorance we discuss the polarizing response to Pixar’s Soul and the universal praise for movies like Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom in the film industry’s portrayal of black characters fighting for success while simply trying to live a fulfilling life. We also talk about the "individuals" who stormed that capitol. Tune in and let us know what you thought of Disney's Soul and Ma Rainey's Bottom.

Welcome to our Year End Wrap-Up show featuring Ben Anderson of Black is the New Black. We share our favorite black moments of 2020, best and worst albums/tv shows, general thoughts on what 2021 might be like, and a whole lot mo'. Tune and let us know what your favorite black moments, albums, and whatever else you can think of that enjoyed in this poop year!!!

Cultivated Ignorance is back like we neva left. This weeks episode features filmmaker extraordinaire @iamalexanderking and star of the film @eyeamcolelawson!!! We'll be discussing their amazing new short film @seventheshort along with the importance and impact of black queer storytelling in our artistic communities.

On the latest episode of Cultivated Ignorance we discuss that with the black vote being the key to Biden's recent victory what we expect him and other Democrats to do to uplift black communities going forward. How do we hold them accountable for their actions in the first 100 days of this new administration? We also question why millennials are swaying away from traditional beliefs, and share what we've managed to be thankful for in this dumpster fire of a year

Election Day is right around the corner Beautiful People! Is it just us, or are the pandering tactics of these politicians reaching an all-time high?

With incredibly wealthy black creatives like Joe Budden speaking out on how they still feel grossly undervalued and disrespected by huge media corporations like Spotify even with the mass success they have attained, will black artists ever see true liberation within the current system, or is it time we divest from it entirely and focus on building our own? On this brand new episode we discuss how the whole @joebudden vs. @cthagod debate has lifted this conversation to a new level and a whooooole lot mo', tune-in and give us your thoughts!!!

This week on a brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we discuss if "The Male Gaze" still has a profoundly damaging effect on women of color in the beauty industry and society in general, or have women now empowered themselves in a way that no longer deems it necessary to ask men's "permission" on how they should present themselves on large public platforms? This week we are honored to have the ultra lovely @shadaenotadu on deck to discuss this DOPE topic. We are also joined by award winning filmmaker, writer, director, and owner of Fanatik Productions LLC @dr_fanatikpro to take a deep dive into the super wild new show @lovecrafthbo, and a helluva lot mo'! Tune-in and let us know your thoughts.

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we give our hot take on the criticisms Beyonce's Black is King has been receiving from well-known activists like Noname, and do a deep dive into how our society often-times mishandles catering to people dealing with true mental illness and depression. It was a hilarious and thought-provoking good time as per usual,

This week Mike got the amazing opportunity to chop it up with the beautiful and insightful Tyomi Morgan in a sizzling convo on love, intimacy, and entanglements! Tune-in to hear her take on people's reactions to the recent Jada Pinkett Smith and August Alsina situation, as well as what it's like to explore a love life beyond the typical monogamous traditions we are usually taught. Comment with your thoughts!

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we ask ourselves: Is the simple act of existing as a white person or entity under attack more than ever these days? Are these various anti-racist movements more concerned with making white people feel bad than creating tangible, structural change for the better?? Tune in as we chop it up and break it all down.

In this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we share our thoughts on the whole J. Cole and @nonamehiding scuffle, questioning if too many black men have an issue with tone policing the grievances of black women, and we also opened up the phone lines for local artists and influencers like YOU to tell us how their art or platform has been effected by the current viral and racial pandemics shifting our country.

When (or better yet if) the dust settles from both the viral and racial pandemics currently flooding our streets, what does the new normal way of living look like for you? Can we ever return back to the way things used to be after all that has happened? Tune in as we discuss the long-term effects of the current protests, the role black conservatives often play in this, and how Trump may actually be inadvertently helping the rise of black social justice campaigns.

On this episode of Cultivated Ignorance we are joined by the hosts of Centaur Views Podcast, Vic and Nocents. We all try to figure out if Joe Biden cares more about the black vote more than he does black people, sort out what the heck is goin' on wit Lana Del Ray, check in on our mental health, and whole lot more!

On this brand new episode we debate if more and more people are justified in viewing marriage as a business/wealth building tool more than a longstanding romantic commitment, as well as if women should feel entitled to the money of any man they are romantically involved with period. We also shared a few thoughts on 6ix9ine's INSANE record breaking comeback since proudly owning his title as a snitch and what it says for the direction modern Hip-Hop has taken. Tune in and give us your thoughts. Dont forget to like, share, and subscribe.

On this brand new episode of Cultivated Ignorance we discuss Kenya Barris' super trending Netflix show BlackAF and share our thoughts on the show everyone seems to absolutely love or utterly despise! We also touch on the issues our boy Lawrence from Insecure has been facing in his relationship lately and ask ourselves: Do men generally have healthy methods of getting over our exes? Tune-in and don't be afraid to like, share, comment.

In this latest episode we discussed ways we can normalize convos on sex work, as well as healthy dialogue on sex in general with the super lovely @SexySpiritualGangster!!! She gives us insight into the work behind sex work, strip/gentlemen's clubs, only fans, much more. Tune in this week for this sexy and informative episode!

In this episode we chop it up to figure out how this whole social distancing thang is workin' for everybody, we need to know that y'all are ok! We also discuss this ridiculously wild Tiger King documentary, get to the bottom of these 5G conspiracies, and a whoooole lot more. Tune in and dont forget to like, share, and subscribe.