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Hosted by Ben Tubuo and Marcus Moore, Culture Score will showcase the influence of black culture in entertainment and the influence of entertainment on black culture. They seek out and explore the influence of culture scoring where it is leveraged correctly and highlighting where it is missed or avoided.

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    • Jul 12, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 38 EPISODES


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    21. Lean on Me: Education, Democracy and Capitalism (with guest Dr James L. Moore III)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 86:56


    In this episode Ben and Marcus talk education with esteemed guest Dr James L Moore III. Among other things he shared that female matriculation is outpacing males so much that the next phase for affirmative action may be for me. Other key points - we need school systems that adapt to kids rather than kids adjusting to the school system. His core 5 points for kids to succeed 1: Interest - it is hard to be interested if you are not exposed 2. Preparation - there is utility in practice (hard skills, soft skills, emotional intelligence, power skills etc) 3. Experiences - experiences are indicative of trajectory 4. Connections - your circles are critical 5. Opportunities - access to opportunities is important or else opportunities go unfilled How can you help? dedicate time to kids, share your talent, support financially and reach out and touch a kid

    20. Miss Juneteenth: A dream deferred

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 65:03


    In this episode Ben and Marcus discuss the central plot line of this movie which revolves around celebration of a people and a culture. They touch on the significance of Juneteenth and explore if recognizing it as a Holiday lends if the weight it deserves in American History

    19. High on the Hog - The Flags of Food

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 80:12


    In this episode Ben, Marcus and the guest Chef B discuss the importance of Food to people, families, communities and Identity. They discuss food and the very critical role it plays in world history.

    18. Snowfall - A Singleton Masterpeice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021


    In this episode Ben and Marcus interview Jonathan Landrum Jr one of the few journalists who interviewed John Singleton the creator of the Show. They discuss inspiration and influence of the show including how Jonathan goes about his job in interviewing celebrities and covering the entertainment industry.

    17. Boss Level - Gaming Culture & Entertainment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 49:22


    In this episode BT and Marcus review Boss level an action movie with a video game plot. It literally requires the main character to beat levels until the "Boss Level" and he dies many times trying to get to it. BT and Marcus discuss the future of the entertainment industry including a post advertising and subscription model of revenue generation

    17. Boss Level: Gaming Culture & Entertainment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021


    In this episode BT and Marcus review Boss level an action movie with a video game plot. It literally requires the main character to beat levels until the "Boss Level" and he dies many times trying to get to it. BT and Marcus discuss the future of the entertainment industry including a post advertising and subscription model of revenue generation.

    16. Tom Clancy's Without Remorse - The Star Power of Michael B Jordan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021


    In this episode BT and Marcus discuss the human desire to be heroes or saviors and how that is translated into storytelling in Film. They also discuss the star power of Michael B Jordan and how he was able to carry this movie which comes across as setup for sequels rather than an intentional standalone story.

    16. Tom Clancy's Without Remorse - The Star Power of Michael B Jordan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021


    In this episode BT and Marcus discuss the human desire to be heroes or saviors and how that is translated into storytelling in Film. They also discuss the star power of Michael B Jordan and how he was able to carry this movie which comes across as setup for sequels rather than an intentional standalone story.

    15. Golden Globe: Glitters but not Gold

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 58:08


    In this episode BT and Marcus breakdown the issues surrounding the Golden Globe. Even though it looks like it is about diversity with some hints of racial inequality it seems to be more about a Hollywood Power struggle

    15. Golden Globe - Glitters but not Gold

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021


    14. Two Distant Strangers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 55:09


    In this episode BT and Marcus review the new Netflix short film Two Distant Strangers written by Travon Free and directed by Travon Free and Martin Desmond Roe. The film examines the deaths of Black Americans during encounters with police through the eyes of a character trapped in a time loop that keeps ending in his death.

    14. Two Distant Strangers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021


    In this episode BT and Marcus review the new Netflix short film Two Distant Strangers written by Travon Free and directed by Travon Free and Martin Desmond Roe. The film examines the deaths of Black Americans during encounters with police through the eyes of a character trapped in a time loop that keeps ending in his death.

    13. The Falcon and The Winter Soldier: A Black Captain America in a divided America

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021


    In this episode BT and Marcus discuss A Black Captain America in a divided America. They drill into the social and cultural impacts including the depths to which Marvel went to establish humanity into the character. Is America ready to have a hero suited for the times or prefer a fantasy devoid of the history and culture of America?

    13. The Falcon and The Winter Soldier: A Black Captain America in a divided America

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021


    In this episode BT and Marcus discuss A Black Captain America in a divided America. They drill into the social and cultural impacts including the depths to which Marvel went to establish humanity into the character. Is America ready to have a hero suited for the times or prefer a fantasy devoid of the history and culture of America?

    12. The Fisherman's Diary - A Girl and Education

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021


    In this episode BT and Marcus review Netflix's riveting The Fisherman's Diary. They discuss the inherent clash of culture, norms and the role of the female in the community depicted in the movie and the human/global nature of the conflicts.

    12. The Fisherman's Diary - A Girl and Education

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021


    In this episode BT and Marcus review Netflix's riveting The Fisherman's Diary. They discuss the inherent clash of culture, norms and the role of the female in the community depicted in the movie and the human/global nature of the conflicts.

    11. Anti Asian Violence and the Power of Allyship - Guest Minji Chang

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021


    In this episode we discuss the historical aspects of Anti Asian sentiment and recent rise in violence against Asians with our Guest Minji Chang. We explore the impact on society, individuals and also what it means to be an ally.Minji Chang's website: http://minjichang.com/Minji Chang's podcast: First of Allhttps://www.firstofallpod.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/first-of-all/id1260925014https://open.spotify.com/show/6nJ4RBxP5jr5ZRGWMBoMv4?si=y9LGdV1gS9-C6ZSTQmZGkAhttps://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9RWnhmXzBhOA

    11. Anti Asian Violence and the Power of Allyship - Guest Minji Chang

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021


    In this episode we discuss the historical aspects of Anti Asian sentiment and recent rise in violence against Asians with our Guest Minji Chang. We explore the impact on society, individuals and also what it means to be an ally. Minji Chang's website: http://minjichang.com/ Minji Chang's podcast: First of All https://www.firstofallpod.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/first-of-all/id1260925014 https://open.spotify.com/show/6nJ4RBxP5jr5ZRGWMBoMv4?si=y9LGdV1gS9-C6ZSTQmZGkA https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9RWnhmXzBhOA

    10. Zack Snyder's Justice League: The Diverse Version - Guest Jamal Fahim

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021


    In this episode we explore Zack Snyder's cut of the Justice League, his cinematic choices, the role of character diversity in story depth and how the movie compares to other Superhero movies.Jamal Fahim is an actor and voice over artist in Los Angeles. His recent credits include video games such as Wasteland 3 and Astral Chain and animation projects such as The Queen's Corgi and The Weeklings. He is currently repped by Marci Polzin at Artistic Talent for on-camera and voice over.http://jamalfahim.com/

    10. Zack Snyder's Justice League: The Diverse Version - Guest Jamal Fahim

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021


    In this episode we explore Zack Snyder's cut of the Justice League, his cinematic choices, the role of character diversity in story depth and how the movie compares to other Superhero movies. Jamal Fahim is an actor and voice over artist in Los Angeles. His recent credits include video games such as Wasteland 3 and Astral Chain and animation projects such as The Queen’s Corgi and The Weeklings. He is currently repped by Marci Polzin at Artistic Talent for on-camera and voice over. http://jamalfahim.com/

    9. Coming 2 America

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021


    This week's episode Ben and Marcus discuss the new Amazon film Coming 2 America.Set in the lush and royal country of Zamunda, newly-crowned King Akeem (Eddie Murphy) and his trusted confidante Semmi (Arsenio Hall) embark on an all-new hilarious adventure that has them traversing the globe from their great African nation to the borough of Queens, New York - where it all began.

    Coming 2 America

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021


    This week's episode Ben and Marcus discuss the new Amazon film Coming 2 America. Set in the lush and royal country of Zamunda, newly-crowned King Akeem (Eddie Murphy) and his trusted confidante Semmi (Arsenio Hall) embark on an all-new hilarious adventure that has them traversing the globe from their great African nation to the borough of Queens, New York - where it all began. https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B08QZN6LCM/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r

    8. Nomadland - America and Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021


    On this weeks episode in honor of women's history month Ben and Marcus discuss the new film Nomadland.A woman in her sixties who, after losing everything in the Great Recession, embarks on a journey through the American West, living as a van-dwelling modern-day nomad.

    Nomadland - America and Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021


    On this weeks episode in honor of women's history month Ben and Marcus discuss the new film Nomadland. A woman in her sixties who, after losing everything in the Great Recession, embarks on a journey through the American West, living as a van-dwelling modern-day nomad. https://www.hulu.com/nomadland-movie

    The United States vs. Billie Holiday

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021


    On this week's episode Ben and Marcus discuss the new Hulu original film The United States vs. Billie Holiday.

    7. The United States vs. Billie Holiday

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021


    On this week's episode Ben and Marcus discuss the new Hulu original film The United States vs. Billie Holiday.

    Black Brits playing Black American Icons. Guest - Tony Tambi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021


    On this week's episode Ben and Marcus discuss Black Brits playing Black American Icons with their guest Tony Tambi.

    Judas and the Black Messiah. Guest - Tony Tambi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021


    On this week's episode Ben and Marcus are joined by special guest Tony Tambi as they discuss Judas and the Black Messiah

    6. Black Brits playing Black American Icons. Guest - Tony Tambi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021


    On this week's episode Ben and Marcus discuss Black Brits playing Black American Icons with their guest Tony Tambi.

    One Night in Miami

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021


    On this weeks episode Ben and Marcus discuss the new Amazon original movie One Night in Miami. On the night of Feb. 25, 1964, in Miami, Cassius Clay joins Jim Brown, Sam Cooke and Malcom X, and they discuss the responsibility of being successful black men during the civil rights movement.

    5. Judas and the Black Messiah. Guest - Tony Tambi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021


    On this week's episode Ben and Marcus are joined by special guest Tony Tambi as they discuss Judas and the Black Messiah

    Malcolm & Marie with guest Stacey Levy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021


    On this weeks episode Ben and Marcus are joined by special guest Stacey Levy to discuss the new Netflix film Malcolm & Marie. A filmmaker on the brink of Hollywood glory and his girlfriend, whose story made his career, find themselves pushed towards a reckoning as a single tumultuous night decides the fate of their relationship.

    4. Malcolm & Marie with guest Stacey Levy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021


    On this weeks episode Ben and Marcus are joined by special guest Stacey Levy to discuss the new Netflix film Malcolm & Marie. A filmmaker on the brink of Hollywood glory and his girlfriend, whose story made his career, find themselves pushed towards a reckoning as a single tumultuous night decides the fate of their relationship.

    Blackwashing with special guest Keba Konte

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021


    In this week show Ben and Marcus discuss Blackwashing in Hollywood and in society with special guest Keba Konte, founder of Red Bay Coffee.

    Lupin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021


    This week Ben and Marcus discuss the new Netflix TV series Lupin.

    3. One Night in Miami

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021


    On this weeks episode Ben and Marcus discuss the new Amazon original movie One Night in Miami. On the night of Feb. 25, 1964, in Miami, Cassius Clay joins Jim Brown, Sam Cooke and Malcom X, and they discuss the responsibility of being successful black men during the civil rights movement.

    2. Blackwashing with special guest Keba Konte

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021


    In this week show Ben and Marcus discuss Blackwashing in Hollywood and in society with special guest Keba Konte, founder of Red Bay Coffee.

    1. Lupin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021


    This week Ben and Marcus discuss the new Netflix TV series Lupin.

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