Relative Distance

As if we were going to miss this one! Join Carla and Gregg as they recap Gregg's SURPRISE 40th birthday party, his experience seeing Hamilton live, and who won/lost at the Oscars. And of course, the one thing everyone has been talking about: the Fresh Prince givin' it to Pookie. Whatcha Streaming: Summer of Soul (Hulu) Married at First Sight (Lifetime) The "Power-verse" (Starz) Walking Dead (AMC) Snowfall (FX) The Dropout (Hulu) Worst Roommate Ever (Netflix) Theme Music composed and performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they get random this week: Florida Winter vs California Winter (versus real winter), Super Bowl LVI preview, Cleveland sports curses, the Janet Jackson documentary and the Joe Rogan vs. Spotify. Whatcha Streaming: Yellowjackets (Showtime) Ozark Season 4 (Netflix) Pam & Tommy (Hulu) And Just Like That (HBO Max) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

It's 2022!! Carla and Gregg are back to catch y'all up on the past few months, offer some RIPs to legends we've lost, discuss the LAMEST reason for getting fired, and react to preachers using saliva to "make a point". Also...was the Abuela in Encanto participating in the dark arts? Mentioned in today's show: Mike Todd being Nasty Whatcha Streamin: The Eyes of Tammy Faye (HBO Max) Yellowjackets (Showtime) Station 11 (HBO Max) Succession (HBO Max) Encanto (Disney+) Archive 81 (Netflix) Stay Close (Netflix) Abbott Elementary (Hulu) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Happy 2022!! In anticipation of the return of Relative Distance, take a few minutes to enjoy some of our (and YOUR!) favorite moments from the podcast thus far. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

We're BAAAAACKKK!! After a two month hiatus, Carla and Gregg are back to catch y'all up on their summer shenanigans. They also discuss a little track and field, Andre 3000, pay their respects to actor Michael K. Williams and discuss where they were on 9/11. (We promise, the whole episode isn't a drag). Whatcha Streaming: The White Lotus (HBO Max) Nine Perfect Strangers (Hulu) Kid 90 (Hulu) Too Hot to Handle (Netflix) The Circle (Netflix) Links: Andre 3000's verse on "Life of The Party" --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they discuss the recent controversy over "In The Heights", offering their perspective as Afro-Latinos. They also discuss Juneteenth being declared a federal holiday, Carla finally watching ALL of the "Fast and Furious" films, and negroes representing themselves in Florida courtrooms. Check it out! Whatcha Streaming: Fast and Furious Franchise (Wherever you can find it) In The Heights (HBO Max) The Chi (SHO) The Sopranos (HBO Max) This Week in "Movies Carla Hasn't Seen": Half Baked Goodfellas Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

This week, Carla and Gregg discuss the impact of living far away from immediate family, and reflect on times when that wasn't always the case. Gregg also shares his recent travel adventures (including close encounters with active shooters), yet another movie Carla hasn't seen, pay respects to their recently deceased loved one, and discuss the return of movie theaters "post-COVID". Check it out! Whatcha Streaming: High on the Hog (Netflix) The Sopranos (HBO Max) The Handmaid's Tale (Hulu) My Dad Wrote a Porno (podcast) Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

It's Mental Health Awareness Month y'all! Carla and Gregg discuss their experiences with self-care, therapy and mental health. They also offer some RIPs to some legends we've lost, discuss the SWV vs Xscape Verzuz, define what it means to be a "geriatric millennial" and discuss if Michael B. Jordan is a good actor. Check it out! Whatcha Streaming: Without Remorse (Amazon Prime) I'm Gonna Git You Sucka (Amazon Prime) The Sopranos (HBO Max) Invincible (Amazon Prime) Pose (FX) The Terrell Show (YouTube) Mental Health Resources: Find a Therapist Therapy for Black Girls Therapy for Black Men Talkspace (online therapy) Better Help (online therapy) National Alliance on Mental Illness Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they discuss Carla's first viewing of The Godfather Trilogy (which just happened). They also discuss kids destroying nice things, recap the Academy Awards and films that have been awarded "Best Picture", and the nuances of social media. We also receive a very important update about Lady Gaga's dognapping case (from episode 16). Get into it! Whatcha Streaming: The Godfather I, II and Coda (on Showtime Anytime until 4/30) The Circle (Netflix) The Sopranos (HBO Max) Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they debate "The Wire" vs "Snowfall" (vs. "Breaking Bad"), pay their respects to Shock G of Digital Underground, discuss Jamie Foxx returning to sitcoms, Method Man Verzuz Redman, Derek Chauvin's guilty verdict, and in a completely unrelated topic: bootycheeks. And Carla still hasn't seen "The Godfather". Whatcha Streaming: The Circle (Netflix) The Serpent (Netflix) Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they remember the legacy of Earl Simmons a/k/a DMX, who passed away on April 9, 2021. They also recap the EWF/Isley Brothers Verzuz, discuss Khloe Kardashian vs the Internet/herself, Outkast vs The Beatles, and KD vs Michael Rappaport. Whatcha Streaming: Exterminate the Brutes (HBO Max) Godzilla vs Kong (HBO Max) Warrior (HBO Max) Mindhunters (Netflix) Mentioned in Today's Episode: DMX discusses how he was introduced to crack EWF Verzuz The Isley Brothers Affion Crockett/Spice Adams/Godfrey parody Fun Times: DMX Verzuz Snoop Dogg Theme Song Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they discuss whether a college degree is actually a necessity. They also touch on whether Carla ruined Hamilton for Gregg, Lil Nas X's decision to give Satan a lap dance and promote his shoes, Michigan's fate in the NCAA Men's Tournament (and why the women STILL can't get any love) and how the Cleveland Indians could be even MORE racist. Whatcha Streaming: Godzilla vs Kong (HBO Max) Bad Trip (Netflix) Warrior (HBO Max) Solar Opposites (Hulu) Mentioned in today's episode: Narrative Shifts: From Engineering to Film Animation Theme Music composed and performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Happy Birthday G.Dot! Join Carla and Gregg as they welcome Sheyonna Watson back to the podcast to discuss the Derrick Jaxn debacle (and his missing vowels and consonants), the hair bonnet discussed around Black Twitter, and how single Black women have been a target demographic for relationship gurus. They also briefly discuss March Madness, Issa Rae securing the bag, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shrimp Tails (and the Elite 8 of cereals), and revisit Kirk Franklin vs his son. Whatcha Streaming: Tik Tok (App Store and Google Play) Wandavision (Disney+) The One (Netflix) Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they discuss Kirk Franklin vs his son, March Madness, the Grammys, their thoughts on Coming 2 America, DC vs Marvel, why boys from high school were (allegedly) participating in "circle jerks", and Carla learns about certain kinks, live on the air. This episode is quite a journey; join us! Whatcha Streaming: Snowfall (FX) Justice League (Zach Snyder's Cut) Boss Level (Hulu) Game Night Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they recap the Golden Globes and D'Angelo VERZUZ us (his friends), discuss the upcoming "Coming 2 America" sequel and hypothesize what sequels to some of their favorite childhood movies would've been like. Whatcha Streaming: Behind Her Eyes [SPOILER ALERT: 1:16-1:27] (Netflix) I Care A Lot [SPOILER ALERT!! 1:27-1:32] (Netflix) Framing Britney Spears (Hulu) Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell (Netflix) Links Mentioned in Today's Episode: Jason Sudeikis's Golden Globe's Acceptance Speech D'Angelo's Verzuz --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they round out Black History Month by discussing what they LOVE about being Black. They also discuss Kim and Kanye calling it quits, Tiger Wood's recent accident, the end of Daft Punk, Bruno Mars and Anderson.Paak's new album, and Lady Gaga's dogs getting snatched up on the mean streets of West Hollywood. Whatcha Streaming: Search Party (HBO Max) Behind Her Eyes (Netflix) I Care A Lot (Netflix) Snowfall (FX) Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they continue their Black History Month series by discussing their uniquely different relationships with Black music over the years, including how Carla lost touch with popular music for 5 years and Gregg identification of acts that aren't typically considered as "Black Music". They also recap Valentine's Day, send some love to the Texas peeps, send some RIPs, and predict who will appear during D'Angelo's Verzuz on February 27th. Whatcha Streaming: Peggy Sue Got Married (Amazon) Judas and the Black Messiah (HBO Max) The Black Church (PBS) Discussed during today's episode: Redemption Song (Dave Chappelle) Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

In honor of Black History Month, join Carla and Gregg as they discuss "Black Trauma" films that they'll never watch again. It's a public service to you all, really. They also discuss Super Bowl LV, Drunk Tom Brady, Gorilla Glue Girl, Cancel Culture, and the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees. Get into it! Whatcha Streaming This Week: Peggy Sue Got Married (Amazon Prime) Malcolm & Marie (Netflix) Better Call Saul (Netflix) Links To Stories Mentioned in Today's Episode: The Saga of Gorilla Glue Girl Drunk Tom Brady 2021 Rock Hall Nominees Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

We're baaaaack! Join Carla and Gregg after their brief hiatus as they catch up on the latest: Trey Songz and his indecent exposure, the upcoming Super Bowl, and their favorite Super Bowl halftime shows. They also dig deep into a rivalry that has existed between them their entire lives: Prince vs. Michael Jackson. Get into it! Whatcha Streaming: Devil Next Door (Netflix) Night Stalker (Netflix) Better Call Saul (Netflix) Links mentioned in today's episode: James Brown, Prince and MJ The Original Recording of Purple Rain Michael performs "You Can't Win" (The Wiz) Theme Music composed and performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg this week as they continue to get to know one another better through a game of "2 Truths and a Lie" (or is it "2 Lies and a Truth"?). They also chat Impeachment, football (Browns v Steelers, Ohio State v Alabama), how Carla is doing after getting the COVID-19 vaccine, and their final thoughts about "A Teacher" on FX (Spoiler Alert!). Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they discuss the hillbilly insurrection at the US Capitol this week, its relationship to social media, their personal relationships with social media and phone addiction. They also touch on their NYE zoom karaoke party, Ohio State v Clemson, the Browns making the playoffs, and send some RIP shout outs to the celebrities lost in the past week or so. Whatcha Streaming: Bridgerton (again, Netflix) Sylvie's Love (Amazon Prime) Cobra Kai (Netflix) The Social Dilemma (Netflix) Discussed on today's episode: Moment app: if you're trying to get your social media/screen time under control! (this isn't an ad....) Instagram: @relativedistancepod Email: relativedistancepod@gmail.com Theme Music composed and performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Join Carla and Gregg as they recap the dumpster fire that was 2020: the good, the bad, and the horrible. They also discuss why the Cleveland Browns insist on making their lives hard, whether Denzel Washington plays the same guy in every movie (and Carla's incessant Denzel stan-dom), and why Wonder Woman 1984 should've stayed in post-production...indefinitely. Follow on Instagram @relativedistancepod Send an email to relativedistancepod@gmail.com Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

This week's episode is full of the holiday spirit! Join Carla and Gregg as they discuss their favorite Christmas: memories, songs, and movies, and explore whether Die Hard is actually a Christmas movie (after Carla recently watched it for the first time). They also discuss their December 21st Black People superpowers, whether Tom Cruise had a point, and The Bee Gees Documentary on HBO Max. Get into it! This Week's References: December 21: The Tweet that Started It All The Waitresses, Christmas Wrapping Carla's Christmas Playlist (featuring some of the songs discussed) Tom Cruise's COVID Tirade The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart documentary (HBO Max) Follow us on Instagram: @relativedistancepod Send an email to relativedistancepod@gmail.com Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Carla and Gregg are joined this week by former NFL/Ohio State/Solon High School wide receiver Drew Carter to discuss his career, what lessons he's learned, and life after football. They also get into the Michigan/OSU Rivalry, The Game that isn't happening this year, and which town smells better between Ann Arbor and Columbus. They also chat about Marvel's decision not to recast Black Panther, Lifetime's Recipe for Seduction, Power Book II, and why Gregg thinks Sons of Anarchy sucked. Get into it! Drew Carter's NFL Highlight Reel Trailer: Lifetime's A Recipe for Seduction (smh) Check out Grammy Winning Songwriter J.Lauryn Follow us on Instagram: @relativedistancepod Email us: relativedistancepod@gmail.com Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they recap Nate Robinson vs Jake Paul, Tyson vs Jones, and the Soul Train Awards. They also discuss Gregg's journey into musicianship and what happened when Carla was forced to sing in front of a multi-Grammy award winning artist. They also briefly chat about the difference between simulated vs un-simulated sex in films, so you may not want the kids around for this one. Whatcha Streaming (SPOILER ALERT!): The Undoing Finale (1:15 - 1:22) A Teacher (1:22-1:28) Links mentioned during today's episode: Check out Gregg's Music!! Cee-Lo's Go Go Medley at the Soul Train Awards Bravo's Work Out (Gregg's stint in Reality TV) Follow us on Instagram @relativedistancepod Send us an email: relativedistancepod@gmail.com Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they discuss Thanksgiving traditions, the recent Grammy Nominations, why they have issues with John Legend and Alicia Keys, and the impact of Chappelle's Show. They also share their very different experiences of growing up Black in a predominantly white community (Go Comets!) and offer their best Terrence Howard impressions. Today's "Whatcha Streaming": Jingle Jangle The Undoing Voices of Fire Links to today's references: Little Stevie Wonder appears in Muscle Beach Party That One Time Carla was in Ebony Magazine Terrence Howard's CrazyPants Emmy Red Carpet Interview Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Carla and Gregg welcome Sheyonna Watson (minister, educator and sexual health advocate) to the podcast to discuss Erica Campbell's ideas about hoe seeds and marriage, purity culture, and sex positivity as related to the church. They also touch on the Fresh Prince of Bel Air Reunion, Jeezy vs Gucci, and what they're current watching in these COVID streets. For more information related to today's conversation: God, Sexuality, Black Women and the Church w/ KevOnStage and Candice Benbow Womanist Theologians to follow: @CandiceBenbow @unfitchristian (D. Danyelle Thomas) @somethingwithin (Renita Weems) @mitzijsmithphd (Dr. Mitzi Smith) @wilgafney Today's "Whatcha Streaming": - The Practice (Hulu) - Queens Gambit (Netflix) - Umbrella Academy (Netflix) - Seinfeld - Pen15 (Hulu) Theme music composed and performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they reminisce about their first concert experience, send some love to the PGH family, discuss the crazy orange man who won't accept defeat, and review some of the newest shows available on streaming (Raised by Wolves, A Teacher and Queen's Gambit - mild spoiler alert!). Plus, Carla reveals the results of their AncestryDNA profile to Gregg, live on the podcast! Theme Music Composed and Performed by Gregg Butler Today's "Whatcha Streaming": - Raised by Wolves (HBO Max) - A Teacher (Hulu) - Queens Gambit (Netflix) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they revisit Gregg's toast/roast at Carla's wedding, the 2020 Election results (whatupdoe Detroit!), who Jodeci should face in Verzuz, life in these COVID streets, and their top 5 Eddie Murphy comedies...which takes a turn. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Join Carla and Gregg as they discuss Halloween traditions (or lack thereof), LA being the City of Champions, whether they (as native Clevelanders) were cheering for LeBron, what period of their life they’d revisit, and the scariest movies they’ve ever seen. And, for whatever reason, illicit acts on couches are mentioned more than once. Follow us at @relativedistancepod on Instagram Email us at relativedistancepod@gmail.com Theme Music composed and performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support

Welcome to Relative Distance! In this introductory episode, get to know a little more about Carla (CB) and Gregg (G.Dot), why they’re starting a podcast, why this is a full circle moment and what to expect from this point forward. Check us out! Follow us at @relativedistancepod on Instagram Email us at relativedistancepod@gmail.com Theme Music composed and performed by Gregg Butler --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relativedistance/support