Rantin' and Ravin'

This week we talk about changing for others, being "Stuck" and moving forward when you heart is broken

This week we talk about control. How do we get control in our lives?

This week is a quick episode, we will be talking about a woman's place in a relationship. Is submission the way to go or No?

Yamaneika talks about break downs and breakups in 2020 and gives her hope for 2021.

Naked truth conversation about the future of this podcast and the future of Yamaneika. I need y'all to f*ck wit me, Lord forgive my language... are y'all ready?! This episode is not meant to hate but illuminate.

This week we are joined by comedian Keith Robinson. Keith has been in comedy since '84. He has traveled all over the world w/ comedians like Bernie Mac. He has mentored comedians such as Kevin Hart and Big Jay. When I think Keith Robinson, I think a true lover of comedy and someone who has provided guidance and friendship to seekers of real comedy. This episode Keith gives us insight to the world of comedy, but the applications can be applied to all walks of life! You can follow Keith at @keithrobinson438 on IG.

This week we have Godfrey on to talk Health and a phenomenon he describes as "Interracial Field Trips". This is a real "He Said/She Said" episode on healthy, respect, and how black men and black women view one another

Yamaneika sits down with her pal TS Madison to talk Trans black Issues in America, Should black women feel threatened by black trans women, and the fact that TS breast meat ain't the only thing that sticks out when she walk into a room!

Jack Thriller stops by to lay down some real lessons on how to be a Go-Getter, and hip us to who Honey Bunz was! You don't want to miss this episode full of laughter and a real look at who this dynamic jokester really is! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1rLfByL_Y0

Alzo Slade, comic and Vice New Journalist, stops by to catch us up on what he's been doing since the last time on the podcast. He shares some very heartfelt and eye opening stories from the field. Also, gives us answers on what we can do to keep the fight going and ultimately win. You don't want to miss a minute of this in depth interview between friends.

Yamaneika sits down with her long time friend Roc Belushi AKA The Shining Black Prince. Roc is a podcaster, comedian, father, husband and friend

Yamaneika sits down with one of her comedy heroes, David Alan Grier for a good ole chat. David makes fun of her technical difficulties and they talk Great British Bake Off

An in depth preliminary discussion w/ comedian and content creator Tim Dillion on what it could take to start to bridge the gap of the races

Gina Yashere one of the co-stars, writers, and producers of the hit new show Bob Hearts Abisola joins me today on the podcast. We talk about how she landed the role of a lifetime and then we discuss racist dope Amber Cooper

Beautiful and talented Zainab Johnson comes on to talk her new Amazon Prime Show 'Upload' and Yamaneika geeks out!

Pat is back in the studio and we discuss politics and what she's been up to since COVID outbreak.

We talk Karen, more white people news, and Yamaneika selling out to get money in her pocket

This is a stripped down episode where I'm answering some of the personal questions and a little COVID commentary.

Description: This week Yamaneika sits down with long time comedian gal pal Gina Brillon to talk the effects of CoronaVirus to comedy, and the state of comedy today along w/ sharing what it means to be pregnant during this time

Talking current events, state of the world, and weed closets with Jessemae Peluso. For bonus content subscribe to Yamaneika's Patreon at www.patreon.com/yamaneika

While we're all quarantined Yamaneika is back to podcasting as she discusses Ellen and dealing with people in the industry and how she's dealing with social distancing. For bonus content subscribe to Yamaneika's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/yamaneika

Yamaneika tells multiple stories of injustices she's faced ranging from racist flight attendants to getting kicked out of restaurants and a trip to Fire Island

Yamaneika addresses some current events ranging from New Jersey addressing white supremacy, to Miss Staten Island coming out as bisexual.

In the second half of last weeks conversation, Yamaneika continues talking to Dulcé Sloan from The Daily Show.

Yamaneika is joined by The Daily Show's Dulce Sloan as they discuss everything from the problems with police in America, a woman trying to hijack the instagram live feed and whether or not Trump will get reelected. This is part 1 of a 2 part episode with part 2 following next week.

Yamaneika is back and talking about her connection to Kobe Bryant and learning about the tragedy while being in LA, dealing with grief and mourning, and comedians not thinking about the impact of their words.

Yamaneika is joined by Aminah Imani and her son Nassir who shares his school gossip, they discuss recent Oscar snubs and what awards mean to an actors legacy.

Yamaneika is joined by Aminah Imani as they complain about white women asking about Yam's hair, the Blackish hair episode, and that in 2020 we must stoop letting white women dictate the narrative.

Yamaneika and Chloe discuss the duds and lowlights of 2019.

Yam is joined by Chloe Hilliard with an end of year announcement, Yam tries to tell a story from the laundromat, and Yam calls out DL Hughley.

Chloe takes over this weeks show with to discuss TI and his odd relationship with his daughter, sexual predators, and they rate a list of men and women.

Yamaneika is joined by Chloe Hilliard and chief of staff of Standup NY Jon B to discuss the role of social media in the world.

Yamanieka is joined by Vonn Decarlo to discuss the Colin Kaepernick situation and whether black quarterbacks like Russel Wilson are treated fairly and a racist cop getting fired. https://thestandnyc.com/shows/show/20191213-700-pm-grown-af-comedy Promo Code: HAPPY

Yamaneika is joined by Robyn Schall as they talk about whether Sofia Richie is the hottest person on instagram, the idea of being someones spirit animal, and Lizzo's Postmates debacle. Check out Robyn's album Guilty Pleasures at https://800pgr.lnk.to/SchallWE

In part two of last weeks episode Yamaneika and Pat get a little more serious discussing the pain of watching their family members age and feeling alone and Pat tells Yam who she met at the Dolomite premiere.

Yamaneika is joined by Pat Brown as Yam rants about Jimbo's in Harlem, customer service nightmares and the difficult people you find on the Amtrak quiet car.

Yamaneika was out of the studio this week so we're re releasing a classic episode with Chloe Hilliard and Kyle Grooms. Yam will be back next week but until then we hope you enjoy this episode.

Yamaneika and Chloe Hilliard break down the scandal of Amanda Seales not being allowed into the black Emmy's party.

Yamaneika is joined by Chloe Hilliard to discuss Botham Jean, Chloe asks Yam if she would go back to Africa given the chance, and they discuss the differences in Christianity for white and black people.

Yamaneika is out of the studio this week so we are rereleasing a classic episode with Chloe and Rosebud Baker. Enjoy!!

Yamaneika is joined by Pat Brown as they get into all the news from Shane Gillis getting fired to Antonio Brown's accusations and Yamaneika has a bone to pick with Popeye's Chicken.

Yamaneika is alone this week sharing an important message with black men.

Yamaneika is joined by comedian Christina Galston to break down their relationship situations, their dating struggles, and how to handle a breakup.

Yamaneika is joined by her trainer Melina Saunders as they discuss her fitness goals as well as Yam's new relationship.

Yamaneika is joined by comedians Rachel Green and Del Harrison to discuss both of their recent musical projects and Yamaneika rants about reality stars trying to do comedy.

Yamaneika is joined by Kerry Coddett and Aida Rodriguez as they breakdown the recent A$AP Rocky controversy, and Yam gets excited about Chick-Fil-A mac and cheese.

Yamaneika is back with Mehran, Celeste and Del Harrison as Yam finally tells her story of getting in a fight at a wedding.

Aminah Imani and Rosebud Baker join Yamanieka in a studio full of dogs flies and children to continue the discussion of Dina Hashem and what is meant by hot girls summer.

Yamaneika is joined by Rosebud Baker and Chloe Hilliard as they break down the controversy of Dina Hashem's XXXTentacion joke and the discuss the etiquette of roast battles.

Yamaneika is joined by comedian and actor Seaton Smith to discuss getting hit as a child and a grandfather who dropped his granddaughter out a cruise ship window.

Yamaneika is back in the studio with friend of the show Joyelle Johnson. They get into it over the short white man screaming in the bagel shop as well as other top news stories around the country.