I Know That's Right

This week is the series finale of I Know That's Right. For this last ep, Taryn runs through what she knows is right about women's basketball, Abbot Elementary, and Zack Fox. It's been real, y'all. We'll be seeing ya!Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No new episode this week but we will be back next week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Taryn welcomes A Man In Full star Jon Michael Hill to talk all about what he knows is right, including developing his character from page to screen, the differences between television and theater, and the stories he'd love to tell.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who deserves public shame for NOT speaking out who gets to decide that? Taryn welcomes author Shenequa Golding to talk through the things making them say "I know that's right", including minding your own business and healthy accountability, as well as a frank discussion of dead wrongs of the week with the public celebrity guillotine and social media's role in creating it.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Taryn welcomes Summer House: Martha's Vineyard star Preston Mitchum for a wide-ranging conversation covering the importance of representation on TV, his approach to the show and the boundaries he sets. And of course, they also delve into the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a special mini-episode, Taryn talks through the I Know That's Right of the week in Kendrick's new diss track and the Dead Wrong of week in Eric Adams and his clowneryFollow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is TikTok about to Tok it's last Tik?? Taryn welcomes journalist Taiyler S. Mitchell to talk through the things making them say "I know that's right", including the demonstrations and student protests on campus, as well as a frank discussion of dead wrongs of the week with the impending potential TikTok ban.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is Drake CEO at the beef factory right now?? Taryn welcomes host and producer Jacques Morel to talk through the things making them say "I know that's right", including the forthcoming anti-trust lawsuit against Ticketmaster, as well as a frank discussion of dead wrongs of the week with Drake and his revival of the lost art of the beef.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're hooping! Taryn welcomes journalist Daric L. Cottingham to talk through the things making them say "I know that's right" in the world of women's basketball, as well as a frank discussion of the dead wrong of the week in the new Max series Jerrod Carmichael Reality ShowFollow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Beyoncé week! Taryn welcomes writer Taylor Crumpton to talk about all things Cowboy Carter. They talk through Beyoncé's new album, which songs are making them say "I know that's right" to the dead wrong of some bad faith reactions from the critics and hatersFollow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes Diarra Kilpatrick to talk about her new show Diarra From Detroit, representing black voices in the Midwest, and what it means to headline a show using your own name. But first, she brings us through the biggest headlines of the week -- from Beyonce's new album making us say "I know that's right" to the dead wrong of the latest season of The Real Housewives of Potomac.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes Imani Ellis to talk about her CultureCon, the Creative Collective, and what it means to get a dream job and then leave it. But first, she brings us through the biggest headlines of the week -- from The Color Purple finally getting recognized making us say "I know that's right" to the dead wrong of some recent shady TV cancellations.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes Celeste O'Connor to talk about their role in Ghostbusters and all the amazing things coming down the pipeline. But first, she brings us through the biggest headlines of the week -- from Da'Vine Joy Randolph making us say "I know that's right" to the dead wrong of the attempt to ban TikTok.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes film critic Candice Frederick to break down what to expect at this year's Oscars. But first, she brings us through the biggest headlines of the week -- from Michelle Williams making us say "I know that's right" to the dead wrong of Clay on Love Is Blind.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Taryn welcomes Philip Lewis to discuss the alarming state of journalism and the rising misinformation that comes along with it. But first the headlines, to Phaedra Parks on The Traitors making us say "I know that's right", to the dead wrong of P. Diddy.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Taryn welcomes cultural critic and writer Michael Arceneaux to talk about the ever-confusing dating discourse on social media. But first, she dives into the biggest cultural stories of the week, including Brooklyn White-Grier's Essence cover story about Beyoncé.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes HuffPost senior culture reporter Erin Evans to break down the first few episodes of the brand new season of Love Is Blind. But first, Taryn is going over the news that moved her, including the masterful announcement of Beyoncé's new album.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn is joined by author Nadirah Simmons to discuss Jay-Z's speech and the systemic problems with the Grammys. But first, she breaks down the headlines from this week, celebrating Victoria Monét's big Grammy wins and wondering if we all need a break from Taylor Swift.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes hip hop journalist and author Kiana Fitzgerald to get right into the beef between Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion, but first she breaks down the week's culture headlines, including Teyana Taylor portraying Dionne Warwick and Jon Stewart returning to the Daily Show.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes entertainment writer Shanelle Genai to discuss some recent cancellations of shows with Black casts and Black creators and what it means for the larger media landscape. But first, Taryn breaks down the biggest pop culture stories of the last week.Programming note: We're switching up our release day. Beginning next week, I Know That's Right will be releasing new episodes every Friday!Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn is joined by storyteller and creative producer Jameer Pond to talk about the state of comedy. But first, she breaks down the 2024 Emmys, from history-making award winners that made her say "I know that's right" to the questions around choosing Anthony Anderson to host.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes Marina Fang, a senior culture reporter at HuffPost, to discuss the highs and lows of the Golden Globes -- and this year the lows were lowing. But first, a recap of this week's news, from Halle Bailey making us say "I know that's right" to Jo Koy being dead wrong.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes Erika Alexander to talk about her new film American Fiction, and gets real about what is owed to Black actors in Hollywood. But first, Taryn breaks down three stories she looks forward to saying "I know that's right" to in 2024.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy holidays! We're taking this week to recharge, we'll see you with a new episode on January 3rd! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the final episode of the year, and Taryn welcomes Shanola Hampton to talk about her new NBC drama, Found. But first, a breakdown of the news of the week, including The Color Purple, the ladies of Married to Medicine, and the Jonathan Majors verdict.TRIGGER WARNING: The Jonathan Majors story contains talk about domestic violence and occurs from 11:14 to 14:54.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes journalist Jewel Wicker to discuss the RICO trial against Young Thug and YSL. But first, headlines about Cardi B, the Golden Globes nominations and the Jonathan Majors trial.TRIGGER WARNING: The Jonathan Majors story contains talk about domestic violence and occurs from 11:05 to 15:09.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn welcomes BuzzFeed Senior Black Culture Editor Morgan Murrell to dive into the problematic ways we talk about Black women's wellbeing in relationships. But first, Taryn dives into the biggest pop culture headlines of the week, including Beyonce's amazing new film, the feud between Wendy and Nneka on The Real Housewives of Potomac and the new GTA trailer for a game that comes out in... 2025??Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Taryn is joined by Ruth Etiesit Samuel to discuss how we deal when the artists we love do problematic things, and the effect that "stan culture" and "cancel culture" have changed our relationship with celebrities. But first, Taryn breaks down the news of the week, from the stories that make us say "I know that's right" to the ones that make us say "hell no".Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Taryn is joined by Latasha for an in-depth conversation about the communal power of bonding over our favorite TV shows and the implications of this year's writer's strike. But first she breaks down the biggest news stories of the week, including Cardi B's response to the NYC Mayor's budget cuts, the discussion around Tyla, and the lawsuit that Cassie filed against Sean P. Diddy Combs.Please note: There is discussion of a news story in this episode that involves talk about domestic violence and sexual abuse from 8:19 to 11:08.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taryn discusses the latest wave of women in rap and what they mean for hip hop with trap feminist and scholar Sesali Bowen. But first, she breaks down the pop culture news from this week, including Victoria Monet's Grammy nominations (with her daughter Hazel) and Young Jeezy's emotional conversation with Nia Long.Please note: There is discussion of a news story in this episode that involves talk about domestic violence from 7:09 - 10:54.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking this podcast off right -- on the premiere episode of I Know That's Right, Taryn is joined by eight-time Grammy winner and R&B legend Usher to discuss fatherhood, his Vegas residency, his upcoming performance at the Super Bowl, the 20th anniversary of “Confessions” and his forthcoming album. But first, Taryn breaks down the latest news -- from Megan Thee Stallion getting vulnerable on her new song Cobra, to Lauryn Hill explaining why her fans are "lucky" to wait for her.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A weekly rundown of the latest in culture, entertainment and trending conversations. Pull up a chair as host Taryn Finley takes listeners on a ride to where mainstream news and the trenches of internet culture collide.Listen every week beginning November 8th, wherever you get your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.