Four Layered Takes

In today's show, we review Ryan Coogler's phenomenal film, "Sinners." Our takes today... ... this film needs at least two watches to “get” everything; this is Michael B. Jordan's best performance; plantation money & wooden nickels also coming to a company town near you; GET DELROY HIS OSCAR; Grace to the rest of the "Ocean's 11 crew," “that's my man and I'm sticking by him”; we want PREQUELS; finally, can we please end the diaspora wars! Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review House of the Dragon, season 2, episode 8. Our takes today... ...should've been called 'hotdogs, microwaves and Aegon'; there could be a big change from the book; Corlys comes up with worst ship name ever; it's F Aemond all day; Baela had to leave her 'Targaryens for Harris' call to uplift her man; whole episode gave “coming next season” vibes; and Mel gives rave reviews of “Those About to Die.” Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review House of the Dragon, season 2, episode 7. Our takes today... ...Alicent on her “Eat, Pray, Love”; the inaugural bastard meet-up commences; Corlys is Jesus Shuttlesworth; Marcus advocates for Westeros Homecoming weekend; Oscar Tully is a real one; Rhaenyra to her cousins and half nieces and nephews, "It's above me now"; the ending is giving Power Rangers. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review House of the Dragon, season 2, episode 6. Our takes today... ...small folks gone wild; Alicent didn't even get a severance package; Mel thinks Simon is a putting roots on people; Seasmoke was like “I said dark skin, not Dark-lyn”; Valyrian priests need better work conditions; small folk should do their own research; at this point we only care about the dog; and down goes Marcus. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review House of the Dragon, season 2, episode 5. Our takes today... ...the patriarchy is strong in Westeros and at the RNC; Helaena is a Dave Chappelle skit; there's inc*st, child unaliving in this story, but relations with a ghost is where Mel draws the line; Corlys' “black job” will soon be gone; Baela Targaryen is giving Amber Rose; if you gon' treason, don't do it wearing red; also do we believe Alys Rivers is real? Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review House of the Dragon, season 2, episode 4. Our takes today... ...Christon Cole (2) - Pullout Game (0); Alys Rivers one of them OVOs; Daemon was on that “oohwee”; Marcus gives a Kyle Shanahan take; we compare this episode to other classic Game of Thrones episodes; Corlys Velaryon is the A$AP Rocky of the relationship; and btw, we spoil Game of Thrones HBO in case you're a rare breed who's watching HOTD first. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review House of the Dragon, season 2, episode 3. Our takes today... ...they not like us; why is Rhaenyra treating her cousin-stepdaughter like Hattie McDaniel; we don't feel a connection to these characters; Gwayne 'Cleophus Wayne' Hightower what they call ‘im; we don't believe those are Danny's eggs; and Rick Ross got better security than these Targaryens. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review House of the Dragon, season 2, episode 2. Our takes today... Criston Cole is giving MAGA, MiMi hates the treatment of the Nubian Targaryens, Mel has a “ménage” of weapons for protection why don't Rhaenyra, “if you can make it out of Flea Bottom you can make it anywhere,” Arryk becomes a Black woman from Memphis in our version of the story —Triple Six GOT, plus layered eyelashes on flight attendants makes Mel feel safe (Spirit).   Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

BACK LIKE WE NEVER LEFT! Our review of Season 2 Episode 1 of “House of the Dragon” Our takes: The Starks are truly a buzzkill but drippy - Ser Criston Cole is the #1 HOE in Westeros – The Abbott and Costello of Hitmen – We also give our ratings for the episode. #GameofThrones #HouseOfTheDragon #HOTD #GOT #TeamGreen #TeamBlack #Atlanta

In today's show, we review (with spoilers) "Dune 2!" Our takes... Really enjoyable, 4 out of 5 stars; Mel proclaims membership to the Paul Atreides Church of Spice; Mimi applies the laws of “d*cknosis” to how we can tell Paul ain't the one; we have questions about how these fantastic worm voyages work; Giedi Prime looks frighteningly beautiful; plus we briefly discuss “Shogun” and “Poor Things.” Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review "American Fiction" and also briefly touch on some pop culture and season 4 of "True Detective." Our takes today... Mel says she wouldn't pay $2K to see Jesus (Usher resale ticket prices); Kim has thoughts on Mo'Nique; "American Fiction" wasn't what we expected as we share our thoughts on what “Black Trauma” is; we also discuss some of the other Oscar contenders along with this season of "True Detective." Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

Today is a special episode. Marcus & Kim sit down with their cohost and author of the new novel "Songs of Lost Things: Sonata for the Sun" Mimi, aka Monica McCollough. We have a spoiler-free portion of the discussion, where we talk general inspiration and the book's creation process. Then, around the 27:00 mark, the panel talks with two of the ARC Readers who get into the details in the spoiler section. They discuss the overarching themes, plot points, specific characters, and their significance. Check Monica McCollough out online and on social media at @moni_shywriter and also today's special guests Jessica, @jayrease, and Christina, whose organization @alteenhealth, does lots of positive work in the community with a mission connected to helping resolve some of the issues reflected in the novel. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review "They Cloned Tyrone" and briefly touch on "The Blackening." (Also, quick thoughts on Carlee Russell.) Our takes today... The science doesn't have to science, it's social commentary; John Boyega is THAT DUDE; we have to break our generational (loop) trauma; Black people who can't play Spades shouldn't be punished; Christopher Nolan doesn't miss; Marcus thinks the guy who ran Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory also coached in the SEC; lastly, "The Bear" is a great show and some of our other TV picks. Mimi and Kim have some journeys in the works. Check them out on Instagram at @moni_shywriter and on YouTube at @allthingskswb Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

Today's show gives a quick update on what we've been up to in recent months and what to watch if the writer's strike lasts a while. Our takes today... Life “be lifin'” in your 30s & 40s; be an advocate for your health; Mel is trying to live a Janelle Monáe life; we support the writers and suggestions to watch in the in-between time — “Warrior,” “Queen Charlotte,” “Attack on Titan,” and “Industry,” are just a few of our favorites. We talk a little on Jonathan Majors (pre Megan Good news). Also, Mimi and Kim have some journeys in the works. Check them out on Instagram at @moni_shywriter and on YouTube at @allthingskswb Please visit us at @4layeredtakes, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on iTunes, Google Play, and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 10 of "House of the Dragon". Our takes... Teddy Pendergrass has nothing on Daemond; Rhaenys has no bedside manner; Mel loves Daemond and she's stickin' by him; baby Lucaerys basically went, “my momma said y'all had to bend the knee”; and we wrap with our ratings of HoTD and what you should be watching next. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 9 of "House of the Dragon". We're down two, but added a special guest. Our takes... These people were the inspiration for January 6; we try to decide who's worse between Joffrey, Ramsey and Aegon; White Worm is the Terrance Howard of switching accents; Rhaenys messed up the Hightower probate show; and “45" aka Daenarys would never. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 8 of "House of the Dragon" Our takes... Aemond is giving Dahmer vibes; these Triarchies are doing the most; Vaemond is playing Spades in a Chess game; MiMi issues an edict to her imaginary dragon; Viserys “Harvey Dent” rides hard for his daughter; Aemond's pettiness is the embodiment of white supremacy; don't name your baby Aegon; and Alicent makes MiMi miss Cersei. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 7 of "House of the Dragon" Our takes... Worst repast in history; best and worst eulogy ever; where are the parents; best kid fight in history of kid fights; worst kept paternity secret since Maury; and Laenor “no lips” Velaryon is never around when you need him. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 6 of "House of the Dragon" Our takes... Peroxide must not exist in Westeros; if you're pregnant, don't watch this show; these babies don't have a ‘Michael Jackson' nose; we know where Alicent was on January 6th; Aegon ain't all the way there 'upstairs'; King Viserys might be legally blind; and King's Landing's Regina George is the worst. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 5 of "House of the Dragon" Our takes... Why are people still going to weddings in Westeros; Alicent just mad she couldn't have her hot girl summer; Viserys needs to be in quarantine; Criston Cole is worst sneaky link ever; call him Daemon, aka “if you stay banished you ain't gotta get banished”; and the Velaryons came in like the Wakandans. Also, go watch "The Woman King" with your OWN eyes; an amazing film that isn't what the trolls (and honestly the trailer) leads you think it's all about.   Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 4 of "House of the Dragon" Our takes... Willem Blackwood's rap name should be "Lil FOFA"; Targaryens need a Terminix or Orkin contract; Rhaenyra to Sir Cole "is we or ain't we..."; Mysaria has advanced from her OnlyFans days; Rhaenyra lies so smoothly MiMi questions her own eyes; and finally Daemon PLEASE don't come back here (Kings Landing) no more.   Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 3 of "House of the Dragon" Our takes... This baby wins award for most hated toddler; “Gangrene King” is drinking his feelings; why do the early Lannisters look like the smell; maybe 3 inches is more than enough; Daemon moves in silence in the entire episode; and never trust a Targaryen. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

We back and we quittin' jobs!! :P In today's show, we review episodes 1 & 2 of "House of the Dragon" Our takes... We need the Merrick Garland affidavit for the convicted townspeople; MiMi refuses to choose a favorite character; unfortunately, Gov. Abbott has entered the labor room (yikes); Otto is the Great Value Little Finger; don't smash your homies' parents; plus Mel believes Daemon gotta be a Scorpio. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 8 of "Euphoria", season 2. Our takes... this is not how drug deals work; the editors are probably mad af; nobody asked for this damn song; Sam Levinson is talented but we don't know in what yet; Facebook is only for birthdays and funeral announcements; this school can't have fish-sticks money after this play's budget; season was full of "bridges to nowhere"; and this was "Stand By Me" if it was on Ayahuasca. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episodes 6 & 7 of "Euphoria", season 2. Our takes... this is not how we like to see ice cream be eaten; Cassie/Carrie about to burn down this whole "prom"; this budget-breaking High School musical will dethrone "Hamilton"; Zendaya adding snot bubbles to her resume of award-winning performances; Kat shows us all how to "successfully" break up with someone; I didn't sign up for this show to see a "mature" Maddy; we're all over Nate & Cassie; Ethan getting his Eddie Murphy on w/ this play; Ashtray is “City of God”, “Black Airforce 1's” energy; director Lexi is a boss. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we do a quick take of episode 5 of "Euphoria", season 2. Our takes... where are the child locks; Zendaya needs all the awards — Emmy, Oscar, Nobel Peace, Grammy etc.; Storm Reid is doing topnotch crying; Rue is in the "Ozark" of the Sunken Place; Lexi's play is about the lit; don't go to Mel's grandma house; watching this episode made MiMi feel dirty; some of us share our personal experiences with drug addicts in our lives. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episodes 3 & 4 of "Euphoria", season 2. (Episode split at 58:00 minute mark) Our takes... nobody closes windows on this show; we hate all the parents; gold-diggers got the right idea (Janet Jackson documentary); Euphoria is “running a Boston” with penis shots; Kim has update on why Kat's story is stagnant; Ashtray beat Cal right out the closet; we're so over Rue; Cassie giving Jessica Spano “I'm so excited!” vibes; under-boob is a trend old heads couldn't do — these are for storage; Maddy the only good person left; Lexi giving Penelope-Bridgerton vibes; and what's up with the crazy theory about Ashtray. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episodes 1 & 2 of "Euphoria", season 2. Our takes... Sam Levinson needs therapy; everyone needs a grandma as gangsta as Fezco's; Mel suspiciously knows a hell of a lot about how drug deals should go down; Rue is not built for that "pimp" life; everybody on the show needs a bath; we're all just waiting for Maddy to kill Cassie; you know you have a drug problem when Rue is telling you to put that narcotic down; and Zendaya always got the hoes. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 10 and series finale of "Insecure", season 5. Our takes... the busted pipe storyline was wasted if we get no wet, shirtless Kofi; day 3 of a twist-out is always undefeated; Mimi conflates character Molly with actual Nigerians; Marcus wants the Lawrence/BMF spinoff; the episode ended with Issa and Molly in Mel's mind (bump that Lawrence stuff); the hair on Insecure was always on point, unlike some other "bad wig" Black shows; plus the “Omarion” variant “Touches” one of our takes crew. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 9 of "Insecure" (the messiest of them all), season 5. Our takes... Chad always sneak-dissin'; Lawrence aka “The Hatin' Otis Redding”; we approve of this Molly and Taurean sitch; Kim w/ some messy ex, tales; Nathan has Chopped & Screwed dialect; the “Proxy BBQ Wars” begin; THC stands for “Truth Honesty and Communication”; Lawrence gives Dwayne Wayne energy; we have a MAJOR debate about what is or isn't an F'boy; Mel has a solution for Issa's love triangle; finally, Ahmal is the winner of this episode. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 8 of "Insecure", season 5. Our takes... Who knew Nancy Reagan was the original "Superhead"; you know you've found ‘the one' when you aren't ready to immediately kick them out; LA rent has been making 'love' connections for decades; change is a hard part of life; Marcus once again disappoints by admitting to never seeing another Black 90's movie classic; some of these choices are pretty easy, Issa; MiMi mashes up Maya Angelou, George W. Bush and an IG meme into a life lesson. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 7 of "Insecure", season 5. Our takes... Condola's inadequate amount of braids in her top bun infuriates MiMi; Mel hosts what she calls “Bourbon Tasting” events but she's the only taster (insert thinking emoji); “Love Jones” is one of those "foundational Black movies"; Lawrence washing dishes is several podcasters' love language; also Kim commits the "cardinal sin" of disrespecting Cool Ranch Doritos. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 6 of "Insecure", season 5. Our takes... Issa got Step Curry infant shooting form; we recount awkward things said and heard during sex; Black hair stylists be holding customers hostage; Kofi is super petty and super wrong, but also fine so he gets three more chances; no matter where you go, there you are; Molly is no Maxine Shaw Attorney at Law; and Kim knows no music after the No Limit Soldier era. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 5 of "Insecure", season 5. Our takes... First, RIP Young Dolph; Summer Walker is a paradox; gotta allow men to be chivalrous; Black mamas be invasive; if a man tells you he loves you first, he may be trying to keep you; Kaiser Permanente facilities need more floors. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 4 of "Insecure", season 5. Our takes... Black folks are Spades' racists; this is not how sunscreen works; Kofi Siriboe is too fine so of course his characters are problematic; we reminisce on when we were spontaneous youths and Atlanta never closed (club Kaya and 112); Issa should've “8 Mile'd” Crenshawn; and we believe Issa is gonna ruin poor, fragile Nathan. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 3 of "Insecure", season 5. Our takes (and we preference this with Mel had been drinking-drinking this episode)... Mel was so stressed out and had questions for the married couples of the 'cast; Mel explains “fluid-bonded”; we feel Lawrence is a f'boy masquerading as a “nice guy”; lack of communication and no plan is a set up for failure; Lawrence with the weird romantic “Omega Psi Phi” nursery set up; and Peppa and Pepper Pig have messed up a generation of kids. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 2 of "Insecure", season 5. Our takes... We love Molly's new 'do; we had ideas about how Molly/Issa's reconciliation and COVID could've been cover; we want Quoia to have her own show; Mel thinks Kofi is “Baby you ain't gotta work no more” FINE; also you can't be so specific on your dating profile; and Issa should've called Crenshawn instead of Nathan.   Also, last but certainly not least, #RIP to the special Jovita Moore. You will be missed.   Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 1, "Insecure" season 5. Our takes... This “AKA on Amanda” violence is tew much; have more in your obituary than “had a good Stanky Leg”; Kim hates Molly; Mel says the universe doesn't want Issa and Lawrence together; and Mimi jokingly suggests that one should have babies when they're either really young or damn near too old — no in-between. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 6, the finale, of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+. Our takes... sort of an anti-climatic ending with a typical Disney ending; Karli makes bad decisions as a villain; MiMi and Mel absolutely HATE Falcon/Cap's new "Gordon Gartrelle" knockoff super hero suit. We also show our love for the hip-hop greats we lost recently. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 5 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ before tomorrow's finale. We also give our thoughts after the episode on the Derek Chauvin verdict which came in two hours before our recording. Our takes... good episode but not the emotional “Hold The Door” toll we thought was coming; Karli is mad because she didn’t finish her twist out; Zemo is a good villain; what does "country" mean to Black American DOS; Bucky to Falcon’s sister “Hi my name is Bucky and I’m a Cancer”; John Walker desperately makes paper machete shield in his craft class; Mel stalks Ikea workers. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 4 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ before tomorrow's — possibly emotional — new episode drop. (Scene-by-scene breakdown starts at 21:00) An episode must be good if it has us beginning the discussion for 20 minutes on the themes included and how they parallel current events. Our takes... Palestine/Israel conflict, Native American and African American experiences mirror the Flag Smashers; MiMi would take the serum and go straight to Mar-a-Lago; new Captain America thinks he has jurisdiction all over the world… sounds familiar; Ayo put in that Contra code on Bucky’s arm; the Dora Milaje is how incels are made; the hillman college approach to voter suppression; is the new Captain America as bad as Homelander? Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 3 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ before tomorrow's new episode drop. Our takes... we didn’t sign up for "Disney John Wick"; only thing MiMi understood was Krog Street Tunnel; Maya Rudolph Jr. is gangsta; MiMi only understands the episode in terms of Beyonce beefs; Marcus gives breakdown on Zemo and other characters that may be confusing.  We also wonder where "Black Panther" goes from here without Chadwick and we couldn't leave without giving our thoughts on one Ron "Zaddy" Isley. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's show, we review episode 2 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ before tomorrow's new episode drop. We begin today's podcast briefly speaking on anxiety and quickly touching on the new Tina Turner documentary, which is AMAZING, before we get into the Marvel review. Our takes... Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan have great chemistry; everyone can’t be a majorette; Mel has a weird affection for inanimate Marvel objects; “Maya Rudolph’s” daughter was wrecking dreams; plot twist, it's was the white man who had all the warrants; no one has had a lit onscreen death since Queen Latifah in “Set it Off”. Plus, here's the link for the backstory on Isaiah Bradley — the forgotten Black Captain America.  https://www.marvel.com/comics/series/2577/truth_red_white_and_black_2003 Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's episode, we review episode 1 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+ in preparation of the episode 2 drop tomorrow. Our takes... Marvel starting off hot again with the "subliminals" of what/who being “American” is; loved the action and Falcon's new suit; Falcon is just as naive as Obama; the new Captain America will be the Rick James of “line steppers." Also Marcus and crew give their brief thoughts on the whole Derrick Jaxn situation (girl blink twice if you're ok). Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's episode, we review "Biggie: I Got A Story To Tell" on Netflix. Our takes... it was a good depiction of his life, connected on personal level with new footage; Biggie inspired the style of so many to follow; Mel delivers the most random top 5 rappers list ever; Drake is the LL Cool J of this generation; we give Kendrick Lamar and Lauryn Hill their "flowers"; Kim has some controversial takes on Biggie’s place in history; plus who some of our listeners thought belonged in "the greatest" category. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In another double-review episode we first take a look at Oprah's interview with Meghan and Harry, then finish with (the polarizing) "Coming 2 America" at around the 39:30 minute mark. On the "real royals"... it's always been the racism and colonialism for us sis; Marcus criticizes Harry; we wonder if Meghan should've known what she was getting into; also, look out for the new film "Madea goes to Buckingham Palace!" On the "movie royals", "Coming 2 America" (39:30)... this movie hits different when you watch it with the elderly; should've been called "Coming to and from America real quickly"; Chris Tucker should actually check if Lavelle is his son; the problem around Lavelle's conception and the continued use of African stereotypes and tropes.  Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's special and extended episode — because we couldn't decide what to review —we talk "I Care A Lot" first and "The United States vs. Billie Holiday" at around the 31:40 minute mark. Our takes on "I Care"... it's good old #ffffff shenanigans; probably could've ended after the first hour; perfectly captures America & its capitalistic tendencies. Our takes on "Billie" (31:40)... LOTS of trauma; MiMi keeps "fawning over" Trevante Rhodes; Evan Ross always plays annoying characters; 'Jerk Billie Holiday' isn't a menu item; Billie and her boos gave us the TI/Tiny prototype. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's episode, we review the special "Euphoria" episodes for Rue and Jules. Our takes... great, well-executed and emotional episodes; you can't BS a bullsh*tter; Rue has self-sabotaging behavior; we talk personal experiences with the addicts in our own lives; we question what "femininity" really means; Marcus has thoughts on Lil Boosie; this generation's stress levels are super high; and iHop always trying to do too much.. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's episode, we review the highly anticipated, "Judas and the Black Messiah." We have a special guest, Octavia, who gives us a lot of the tea as a native Chicagoan and cousin to Fred Hampton. Our takes... AMAZING performances by the leads and costars; there were several missed opportunities to get into the real stories; the ages of those cast ended up being a major loss to the storytelling; it probably could've been more successful at getting the full story and impact out as a mini-series. Octavia offers some amazing insight into the Chicago gang world at the time which played a role in Hampton's work. She also discusses her family's involvement in events surrounding Fred's work at the time, including a "close-call that never was" leading up to the raid that ultimately ended Hampton's life.   Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's episode, we review the most traumatic-azz "stage play" ever. Our takes... a good nap would've probably solved a lot of this; you need a dictionary to watch M&M; Zendaya’s acting is so good it inspires you to smoke cigarettes; best thing about the movie was the soundtrack; Malcolm was naming names like DMX; Rue should’ve just stayed with Jules; KeKe thinks it would’ve been better as a silent film; Sam Levinson suffers from Tyler Perry syndrome; we also begin to question if it’s just John David Washington. Plus, we almost spoil "Bridgerton" but not quite. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.

In today's episode, we review the amazing "One Night in Miami." We start off welcoming each other after our holiday break and all that transpired in the in-between. Our takes — this is possibly the best Malcolm X portrayal; Malcolm X is the "Tommy" of the show "Martin"; the music of this current time in the struggle is largely missing; there were others who would've been dope to have been present in the room.Also, "We tried to tell y'all — an old Negro fable" should've been the title of the year 2020  Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify.