Feel Free 2 Disagree

Rico along with cohost Jeff Cardier are joined by special guest Ulyssa (@I_Am_The_Black_Rose) to discuss Biphobia. Can men be bisexual? Can bisexual men be in a fully committed relationship with a women? Later we discuss Dwayne and his child identifying as trans. Is 13 too young to come out as trans? Can media affect a child’s sexuality?

Season 3: Rico and cohost Jeff Cardier discuss our vision for 2020. We also discuss Kobe Bryant and Nipsey Hussle’s legacy. Lastly we discuss sexual assault, clout chasing and not receiving support from friends. Outro by https://instagram.com/iam_cardier?igshid=5vhgxklr0fl8

Episode 26, Season 2: Rico along with special guest Nikia (@sheismeki) discuss Brett Kavanaugh, the Senate hearing and sexual assault. Should we believe Dr. Christine Ford? Why do women wait so long to report sexual assault? Later we discuss Bill Cosby’s sentencing. Was it based on race? Lastly, we discuss warning signs for sexual abuse, trauma and seeking counseling. Can women (or men) ever get over sexual abuse?

Rico along with his cohost Mr. Otuks (@Mr_Otuks) discuss Drake and Shiggy, Safaree in Dyckman, Faith Evans eating Biggies a** and NFL’s anti kneeling policy. We concluded with a new session called, ‘Rico Why You Mad?’ where we discuss Lebron James being a Laker.

Rico along with NEW cohost Mr. Otuks (@Mr_Otuks) discuss the death of Junior, violence in the Bronx and police shootings. We also discuss black on black violence, fake outrage and explain why Everyone Loses!

Episode 24 (Season 2): Rico alongside Jeff Cardier with special guest Trisha discuss Deadbeat Mothers. Are there more deadbeat mothers than deadbeat fathers? Later, we discuss Instagram moms, party moms, babysitting your kids and child support. Trisha also shares her experience with co-parenting and being a mother. Special thank you to @JustlikeKandyy for being this weeks guests. Follow @FF2D_Podcast on Instagram.

Episode 23 (Season 2): Rico along with Jeff Cardier discuss Fabolous, Trey Songz and Domestic Violence. Should men ever put their hands on a women? Later, we discuss DV and Black Women, warning signs and offer possible solutions.

Episode 22 (Season 2): Rico along with Jeff Cardier discuss our issues with Black Panther. We also discuss Monique and Netflix. Should black people protest Netflix? Lastly, we discuss angry black women. Does Monique come off as an angry black woman? Do black women make good employees?

Episode 21 (Season 2): Rico along with Jeff Cardier discuss 'accountability' Ft. Jai Emm and Courtney Jay. Are women ever to be blamed for being sexually assaulted? We later discuss Aziz Ansari, Russell Simmons, drunk sex, and victim blaming. Does 'no' always mean no? Should men report sexual assault against women? Lastly, we discuss the #MeToo movement. Is the movement becoming a witch hunt? Special thank you to @Jai_Emm and @Courtzcourt for being this weeks guests. Follow @FF2D_Podcast on IG

Episode 20 (Season 2): Rico along with Jeff Cardier discuss our New Year resolutions, plans for the podcast and thank our past guest. Later we discuss H&M, Dove, Fake outrage and importance of supporting black businesses. Are black people bad at running a business? Happy New Year!

Episode 19: Rico along with Jeff Cardier discuss 'The Weinstein Effect.' A phenomenon where allegations of sexual harassment and assault against celebrities are publicized and trigger responses from companies and institutions. We also discuss victim blaming, accountability and shaming. Are women ever to blame for sexual assault? Later, we discuss Cyntoia Brown, abuse and prostitution. Was a life sentence too harsh a penalty? Lastly, we discuss Terry Cruz, Kevin Spacey and sexual assault against men.

Episode 18: Rico along with returning guest Jeff Cardier discuss Amber Rose, 21 Savage, Cardi B, slut walk, slut shaming, hoe culture, rape culture, sexual assault, consent and body counts. How many body counts makes you a hoe? How do you define consent? Later, we discuss what I call #BlackBoyTrauma and share personal stories of being traumatized by hoes. Jeff Cardier: IG/Snap: @JeffCardier Rico: IG: @FF2D_Podcast Twitter: @Rico_Almighty Outro: Karrine Steffans aka Super Head! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGwgoSzIVLY&t=336s

Episode 17: Rico along with Makini discuss mass incarceration and the wrongly convicted. Later, she shares personal experiences with her husband currently being 'held for ransom' in prison for a crime he DID NOT commit. She discuss her challenges supporting a man in prison and losing all her friends in the process. Makini also shares how she copes without conjugal visits. Thank you @Makini101 for being this weeks guest. Follow her on social media for updates on her husbands case. Email her at Biddersweet252@gmail.com to donate! Don't forget to subcribe and review this podcast via iTunes, Soundcloud and Google Play. See below for reentry programs available in NY. Exodus – This organization helps male and female ex-offenders with their reentry process. They offer a variety of different services that returning citizens can benefit from. Second Chance Reentry – They provide medical, educational, employment, and treatment programs with a focus on ex-offenders. America Works – An employment resource that is available to ex-offenders. The Doe Fund – An organization that assists many at-risk populations including ex-offenders. College and Community Fellowship – They help female ex-offenders pursue higher education. Fortune Society – They help returning citizens with a variety of different services to assist in their reentry. Next Door Project – The Next Door Project helps ex-offenders with legal and employment services. The Osborne Association – This organization offers ex-offenders opportunities to transform their life. They have a large amount of programs available to returning citizens. CEO – Another New York City employment resource. This is only available to men and women on parole or probation. Providence House – A faith-based agency based in Brooklyn. They help women with transitional housing.

Episode 16: Rico along with Will Lucas, host of Of10Podcast and co-creator of Classana to discuss building a startup. We also discuss finding your entrepreneurial spirit, code switching, mentorship and failure. How do you know when to give up? Lastly we discuss Kyrie Irving, Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. 'The future belongs to people who takes an entrepreneurial approach to it' Thank you @WillLucas for being this weeks guest. Of10Podcast is available on iTunes for your listening pleasure. Interested in being a guest on #FeelFree2Disagree? Fill out brief survey to become part of the show. https://goo.gl/forms/6HBeilYH5aPq8axi2

Episode 15: Rico along with Jeff Cardier discuss #BlackTransLivesMatters from a black, cisgender, heterosexual, hypermasculine prospective. We also discuss Bobby Valentino, Lil Duval, Charlemagne and The Breakfast Club. Lastly, we discuss Donald Trump's recent decision to ban all transgender individuals from serving in the military. Does having sex with a transwoman make you gay? Special thanks to Jeff Cardier for being my guest. I send my deepest condolences to all Black transwomen that lost their lives to violence. Follow us on IG: @FF2d_Podcast & Twitter: @Rico_Almighty

Episode 13: Rico along with the ladies from WCW Podcast (AK & Wynter) discuss everything fuck boy. Why are women attracted to fuck boyz? Does fuck boyz have better sex? Later we discuss celebrity fuck boyz Melo, TI and Bill Cosby. Lastly we discuss getting hatfished, hoeism, body counts, rape and consent. How do you know when 'no' means 'yes'? 'Fuck boy is a man that intentionally misleads women in anyway.' Special shoutout to @pardnmyliteskin @ WynterDior for being my guests! @EverydayIsWCW is available every Wednesday on bboxradio.com. Tune In!

Episode 12: Rico along with AK (co-host of WCW podcast) discuss light skin privilege. Is there such a thing? AK later recalls growing up light skin and the struggles of defining her blackness. We also talk house slave vs. field slave, brown paper bag test and skin bleaching. Does colorism hurt more than racism? 'If colorism is the child of white supremacy then light skin privilege is its grandchild.'

Rico releases a special episode dedicated to his past guests and listeners. I reviewed and reflected upon every single episode while showing my appreciation to the featured guests. I later shared my vision for this podcast and lastly explained how to become a prospective guest! I seriously cant thank you guys enough for being apart of this show. I will be doing a ' Thank You' episode every 10 episode to show my appreciation! To my listeners, thank you for your support, continue to send in show ideas and continue to Repost and Retweet! To prospective guest, find us on IG: FF2D_Podcast and send us a message. Or fill out brief survey below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wlhYUfgos1BTN21D-MfZTb1dWS2K1tGWCD6YACib2hY/edit THANK YOU!

Episode 11: Rico along with the ladies from #WeComeFromQueens podcast discuss the natural hair process and why they hate when people touch their hair. Is your hair still a distraction in the workplace? Is biracial women now the face of the natural movement? Later, the ladies react to Shea Moisture commercial, Kendrick's Lamar's 'Humble' video, Trans Women and Rachel Dolezal being 'Trans Black.' Special thanks to Monique and Cadacia for being this weeks guest. We Come From Queens podcast available on iTunes and Soundcloud. You can also follow them on IG: @WeComeFromQns

Episode 10: Rico along with Brian Shaw discuss mastering the art of acting and playing the part. Brian shares his experiences as an up-and-coming actor. Would you ever play a gay role? How do you avoid being typecast? Later, Brian reacts to Samuel Jackson's comments about British actors, Kyle Jenner's Pepsi commercial and #OscarSoWhite. Lastly, Brian shared why he quit his job to pursue acting and the importance of following your dreams. He also dedicated this episode to the late, great Charlie Murphy. 'I leveled up mentally to just go with Plan A. I don't believe in having a Plan B.'

Episode 9: Rico along with Fees from #ThePodcastGirl podcast address the issues of fat shaming, struggles while shopping, weight loss surgery, etc. Is there such thing as big-boned? What's 'too big?' Later we discussed sex, love and dating from a plus size prospective. Does fat girls give better head? Is being called BBW a term of endearment? 'Just do you! It cost more spiritually, mentally and physically to do what everyone else is saying to do rather than to just do you!' Special thank you to @FeesTheBeast for being this weeks guest. The Podcast Girl is available on SoundCloud and iTunes! Also follow her on twitter and IG: @ThePodcastGirl Would you like to be a guest on a future episode? Fill out this brief survey. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPBDXdiPISkjQo5yYIngRChTslnwhT2e75R4b7XXcmWqbmEg/viewform?c=0&w=1&usp=send_form Credits: Baltimore Music - Watch out for the big girls (https://youtu.be/bHQee6EqHIo) Outro - 'fat girls' by Briki fa President (https://youtu.be/G8QqasUHOe8)

Episode 8: Rico along with special guest Makini kept the conversation going about the #MissingDCgirls. What social media got wrong? Are our kids being captured for organ harvesting? Why are so many kids running away? Later we broke down the criteria for issuing an Amber Alert. Makini walked us through completing a child safety kit you can provide to authorities should your child go missing. Lastly, we discussed the importance of life insurance. Should you get a life insurance policy on your child? 'The moment you have life insurance, is the moment you start living!' Thank you Makini (@Makini101) for #Politicking with me. Follow her on IG for more information on the child safety kit. Also if you're interested in life insurance for your and children. Interested in being a guest on #FeelFree2Disagree? Fill out brief survey to become part of the show. https://goo.gl/forms/6HBeilYH5aPq8axi2 Thank you Makini (@Makini101) for #Politicking with me. Follow her on IG for more information on the child safety kit. Also if you're interested in life insurance for your and children.

Episode 7: Rico along with the hosts of Group Chat Podcast (Mr. Otuks, Sebastian and J-Vince) discuss the "World Star Effect." Does WSHH celebrate violence? Did anything good come out of World Star? Was Q's death a conspiracy? Later we discuss gun violence violence in Chicago, drill music, stop and frisk and so much more. We also offer possible solutions to solve the violence in Chiraq. 'America celebrates violence as a whole, not just World Star' @GroupChatPodcast is available on SoundCloud. You can also follow them on IG and Facebook. Outro - Chicago rappers King Louie and Ty Money. (https://youtu.be/db6zikr6lYo) Interested in being a guest on #FeelFree2Disagree? Fill out brief survey to become part of the show. https://goo.gl/forms/6HBeilYH5aPq8axi2 @GroupChatPodcast is available on SoundCloud. You can also follow them on IG and Facebook. Outro - Chicago rappers King Louie and Ty Money. (https://youtu.be/db6zikr6lYo)

Episode 6: Rico along with Donovan (producer/panelist on the Grapevine) and Alex Hardy (writer, mental health advocate and co-host of The Extraordinary Negroes podcast) address the issue of homophobia in the black community. During this in-depth conversation, we discuss why you can’t be pro-black and homophobic, the Black Church, homophobia in music, black men and HIV, the movie Moonlight, bisexuality and so much more! ‘we are the spirit protectors of feminine and masculine energy.’ Special thanks to this weeks guests @I_Am_Donovan & @Coloredboy The Grapevine is available on YouTube. IG: @TheGrapevineTV The Extraordinary Negroes podcast in available on iTunes. IG: @TheExtraNegroes Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sp45-dQvqPo Interested in being a guest on #FeelFree2Disagree? Fill out brief survey to become part of the show. https://goo.gl/forms/6HBeilYH5aPq8axi2 Special thanks to this weeks guests @I_Am_Donovan & @Coloredboy The Grapevine is available on YouTube. IG: @TheGrapevineTV The Extraordinary Negroes podcast in available on iTunes. IG: @TheExtraNegroes Outro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sp45-dQvqPo

Episode 5: Rico along with special guest host Dre discuss current events in a new series called #Politicking. We broke down Colin Kaepernick’s decision to no longer kneel during the National Anthem. Did he sell out? Later we discuss Remy Ma’s diss record #Shether (10:15). Did she body Nicki Minaj? Lastly, we discussed the movie, ‘Get Out’ and uncover all the hidden messages (31:15). Oscar worthy? Thank you Dre(@heshilarious) for #Politicking with me. Interested in being a guest on #FeelFree2Disagree? Fill out brief survey to become part of the show. https://goo.gl/forms/6HBeilYH5aPq8axi2 Thank you Dre(@heshilarious) for #Politicking with me.

Episode 4: Rico along with Samantha from #InnerHoeUprising discuss Love, Sex and Dating from the prospective of a polyamorous female. Also explore topics on sexuality and double standards. 'Polyamory is defined as practice of, or desire for, intimate relationships where individuals may have more than one partner, with the knowledge and consent of all partners.' Special thanks to this weeks guest Samantha! Inner Hoe Uprising podcast is available on Itunes and Soundcloud Instagram: @InnerHoeUprising Twitter: @InnerHoeUprisin Interested in being a guest on #FeelFree2Disagree? Fill out brief survey to become part of the show. https://goo.gl/forms/6HBeilYH5aPq8axi2 Special thanks to this weeks guest Samantha! Inner Hoe Uprising podcast is available on Itunes and Soundcloud Instagram: @InnerHoeUprising Twitter: @InnerHoeUprisin

Episode 3: Rico along with the ladies from #ItsAMelaninThing podcast discuss the effects of colorism. We later discuss the fairly recent popularization of being dark skin. Is it here to stay? ‘Colorism within the black community has been a serious emotional and psychological battle.’ Specials thanks to this weeks guest. @Sheismeki & @__Nisy Its A Melanin Thing podcast is available on Itunes and Soundcloud. Instagram:@itssamelaninthingpodcast Interested in being a guest on #FeelFree2Disagree? Fill out brief survey to become part of the show. https://goo.gl/forms/6HBeilYH5aPq8axi2 Specials thanks to this weeks guest. @Sheismeki & @__Nisy Its A Melanin Thing podcast is available on Itunes and Soundcloud. Instagram:@itssamelaninthingpodcast

Episode 1: is dedicated to Barack Obama as we count down the days of his departure from office. Also pay homage to the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 'If Barack Obama is Dr. Kings Dream, Donald Trump is Dr. Kings nightmare.' Interested in being a guest on #FeelFree2Disagree? Fill out brief survey to become part of the show. https://goo.gl/forms/6HBeilYH5aPq8axi2