Sophisticated Ignorance Podcast

So, what had happened was… we're back to the pod as we discuss what went down from the last time we recorded until now, including the Britney Griner case, the War in Ukraine, Rode v. Wade being overturned, Queen Elizabeth passing away, snow in Miami, SouthWest Airline cancellations, Tory Lanes and Meghan, plus Nick Cannon's 12th child?! 2022 was a lot, so we're hoping 2023 will treat us nice (and hopefully Rovie will finally evolve).

Rovie & Vixon J. tackle the over-sexualization of children in media and within our social circles. They discuss how young they were exposed to sex, examine what "legal" means as a minor, and the damages of adults profiling younger people in a sexual way. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Rovie & Vixon J. "get in the ring" with Talia Janette, an amateur wrestler, who shares her experience starting off in the industry. They describe their schooling, their first match, misconceptions about the industry and what it was like being backstage at a WWE show. Follow Talia: @taliajanette01 (IG/TW) Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Rovie & Vixon J are joined by Jessica Dueñas, creator of Bottomless to Sober, who shares her journey to sobriety. She discusses the events that caused her addiction, how she was able to share her story with her loved ones and her experience in rehabilitation. Follow Jessica and check out her site: @yesiladuena & @jduenas24 (IG/TW) bottomlesstosober.com Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Rovie & Vixon J. are joined by Jarrod D. King, one host of the "Boyfriends" podcast, to discuss the state of gay culture and building community from his perspective. They define lifestyle versus sexuality, the dating scene and how to navigate the different sections of identity and expression. Follow Jarrod and Boyfriends Pod: @jarroddking & @boyfriendspod (IG/TW) Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Rovie and Vixon J. go over Attachment Theory and the different attachment styles that define adult relationships. They also take the Attachment Style quiz to determine their own styles and see if it matches their personalities. Take the attachment style quiz here: https://www.attachmentproject.com/ Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Rovie & Vixon J. talk about the nature of podcast culture today and how people may use or abuse the platform. They define the difference between a healthy and toxic podcast and how hosts can be more responsible to their audiences. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Rovie and Vixon J. dive into reality tv and how it skews dating and relationships. They review the recent “Love Is Blind” series, the notion of being the “second choice,” and how dating in real life parallels from what we see on TV. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Rovie & Vixon J. discuss Kim Kardashian's latest remarks about women in business needing to work harder. They review what hard work looks like, is the age of the “hustler” dead and what goes into maintaining a work/life balance. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Left me on read? Rovie & Vixon J. discuss our world of cell phone etiquette and how it shapes how we communicate, from texting do's and don'ts, if certain messaging practices can be seen as disrespectful and what personal space and access looks like through technology. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Are you serious? Rovie & Vixon J. discuss the crisis happening in Ukraine, specifically how foreign refugees from Africa, and other countries have been treated trying to leave the country. They review the media's role in shaping the narrative, and how or if we can sympathize for what's going on over there, considering the circumstances. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Don't be caught sleeping. Vixon J. and Rovie discuss what being "woke" looks like in this day and age, the implications and negative of being aware, is "woke"-shaming real and hoteps... because hoteps. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Keep it 200! It's a new year and the podcast has hit 200 episodes! Vixon J. and Rovie review some highlights of 2021, what's on the horizon for them personally, and for the show, and everything in-between. Thanks to all the listeners and supporters of the show; we appreciate you. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Will the kids be alright? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss children and their “innocence,” especially from difficult conversations involving societal issues. They review how education systems has blocked these discussions, when is the right time to have these tough conversations and how young they were when they were exposed to tough truths. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Love is love, right? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the nuance of interracial relationships, especially from a social media lens. They explore code-switching in these relationships, fetishizing of partners and if these type of relationships can withstand societal pressures. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

You name it! Vixon J. and Rovie get ready for the holidays by sharing their Thanksgiving plans, how their holidays used to be back in the day, the concept of renting a bae for dinner and how things are looking now, in the midst of Covid-19. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Flags on the play! Vixon J. and Rovie talk about the multiple flags in relationships, from the red flags and why they're not recognized, green flags and why they're not embraced, as well as yellow flags and if they can be dealbreakers. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

The brothers are heated! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the latest debate of Black Greek Life represented in media, specifically in a recent episode of Insecure. They determine what is considered as disrespectful to these organizations and what are the ramifications, if any, of these groups being misrepresented. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

It be your own parents. Vixon J. and Rovie break down the traits of a toxic parent, from burdening children with adult problems, emotional gaslighting and anger issues driving a wedge in their relationship with their kids. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

He did that shit! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss R. Kelly and the recent trail which found him guilty of multiple crimes, especially sexual abuse towards women. They discuss why abusers are expected to be redeemed while their victims don't get the same care, how celebrities support their own bad acts and how we should properly address those affected by these abusers.

Lost and not found. Vixon J. and Rovie explore the disparities of media coverage in missing person cases from a racial standpoint, defining “missing white woman syndrome,” highlighting different missing people of color and statistics about missing persons and why there are unbalanced. Resources https://blackandmissinginc.com/ 
https://ourblackgirls.com/ https://namus.nij.ojp.gov/ http://www.doenetwork.org/ https://charleyproject.org/ Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

We did that! Vixon J. and Rovie wrap up their fifth year with their live show! They discuss high value and the pros and cons of its definition. They also have some fun with some shenanigans, a round of Ignorant Debates and some Q.T.N.A. Thanks to everyone who came out, truly appreciate you. Host: @shazthephotog Sponsors: @drunknshots, @coco_chanel, @groc_handsome (IG) Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Who's groceries are being ate?! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the latest memes and stories from social media, including stiffing out on an expensive bill, gentrifying your own people, and the dangers of being a public figure online, especially as black women. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

There's a hater in every corner. Vixon J. and Rovie explore jealousy in friendships and relationships, defining what makes someone jealous, traits to look out for and how to manage personal jealous emotions. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Take the shot or not! Vixon J. and Rovie are back and discussing the state of vaccinations and the decision to be vaccinated or not. They determine who is being more safe and how different ad campaigns are pandering to Black Americans to get vaccinated. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | @si_podcast (TikTok) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

We're just getting started. Vixon J., in this mini episode, discusses the new viral variants that have been discovered, specifically the Delta Variant, where it originated from, what symptoms you can experience and how to stay safe. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

You don't have the answers! Vixon J. and Rovie get into another round of questions, including a guy offering his wife to his best friend, someone attempting to reclaim their land and if they'd give their arch-nemesis millions of dollars. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Appropriation much? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss Michael B Jordan's rum line as they reexamine cultural appropriation, specifically from a Caribbean lens. They bring up a long time offender to island culture, how Black TikTok is boycotting white creators and much more.

Speak Your Truth. Vixon J. and Rovie discuss their relationships with the truth, as they differentiate honesty versus transparency. They discuss how honesty is viewed towards themselves and others, how transparency can be good and bad, as well as how their truths have helped them grow.

Let's put these topics to rest! Vixon J. and Rovie are joined by Via Simone (of Bonnets & Durags/Pillow Talk Podcast) to officially retire certain topics that are discussed repeatedly on the timeline, including $200 dates, splitting bills, who's more important between one's kids and their partners, even choosing between having dinner with Jay-Z or $50K.

What the shenanigans? Vixon J. and Rovie break down some of the wild stories across the timeline including a super casual groom, Summer Walker and her baby feeding choices and Monique's beef with bonnets. They also answer is someone is an asshole for not wanting to help their pregnant relative move.

Who run the world? Vixon J. and Rovie are joined by Shanté (of Flash Zine) and Phylicia to discuss their recent collaboration and women in the music industry. They lists their favorite artists, if female artists are truly respected, positions behind the scenes and how more women in creative roles should be highlighted. Follow Shante: @shazthephotog & @flashzine Follow Phylicia: @chvrmd (Episode Art: @naiikasings) *NYC listeners* RSVP to the "Women In Music" event on 6/12 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flash-chvrmd-present-women-in-music-tickets-158143311903 Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Safety first! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss creating safe spaces on a professional and personal level, especially in digital and physical spaces. They share recent incidents of victims being violated in their workspaces and go over what goes into creating safe spaces for a diversity of people. They finally answer if a teenager is being neglected by their parent or not.

Express yourself! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss Black expressionism in the forms of visual arts and fashion in culture. They discuss how Black artistry has been viewed and treated throughout the years, as well as fashion and its influence on how it’s received and consumed. They also answer if a person is an asshole for ignoring their roommate in need.

Questions that need answers! Vixon J. and Rovie take the time to answer some personal questions, like the saddest moments in their lives, who they miss the most, childhood habits they still have and more.

We all go together. Vixon J. and Rovie discuss polyamorous, polyandrous and other multi-partnered relationships, their definitions and its misconceptions with infidelity. They also answer if someone is an asshole for blackballing a relative for a position at their job.

Can we live? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss how they’re coping as it relates to the polarizing events of the Derek Chauvin verdict and the murder of Ma’Khia Bryant. They discuss the adultification of Black youth, breaking down a partner’s worth via their text interaction and answer if a person’s friend may be colorist.

Getting things off our chests! Vixon J. and Rovie get into what’s been on their minds, such as reflecting on the latest police brutality and fatality moments that have happened in this past few weeks, including Duante White Jr., friendship dates and toxic friendships and if a guy is an asshole for not caring about his brother’s kids.

Access granted or denied? Vixon J. and Rovie are joined by Jade to discuss the different forms of access that we allow others in our lives. From digital to physical, they discuss what it means to be an “open book,” code switching, social media personalities and if one should regain access once it’s taken away.

It’s us versus them! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the saturation of Black trauma in media and how it relates to the reality that we see everyday. They share a recent bill that passed in Georgia, which will effect voter capabilities for Black constituents and answer what would make someone they’re attracted to unattractive.

Cheaters gonna cheat. Vixon J. and Rovie go over the latest relationship scandals that have hit social media recently between Derrick Jaxn and his wife, as well as Quavo and Saweetie. They discuss cheating, the roles of partners in their relationships, accountability of actions and how to be better. They also answer what makes people stay toxic. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Girl Code where? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss male rejection and how it leads to harassment or violence against women. They also break down a situation between a girlfriend, her man, a retailer and an unwritten girl code. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Do you know what today is? Vixon J. and Rovie commemorate our one year anniversary of the pandemic by recalling their growth throughout the year, how to manage pandemic grief, share some vaccine information and they have fun with some P words. We made it this far, so let’s keep strong and safe.

Adulting is hard. Vixon J. is joined by friend Jess to discuss adulting and what it looks like in today’s generation. They discuss how academia has affected development, our preparation into adulthood, how our parents have affected our adult lives and more. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Jess: @listenupwithmissjess (IG) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Let’s talk size. Vixon J. and Rovie are joined by fellow blogger/writer Ari Bines as they discuss the misconceptions that are placed on the plus-sized community, from defining what is “healthy,” owning body image, body positivity, colorism in the community and more. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow Ari B: @ms.bines (IG) | @aribines (TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Put it on the list. Vixon J. and Rovie discuss some recent comments made by B Simone about matching the requirements we list of our desired partners and why the standards between men and women differ. They also discuss Lori Harvey, “simping,” and answer if it’s okay to give up on someone in your life. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Validate us! Vixon J. and Rovie explore the many facets of external and internal validation in our society, from social media, our own homes, as Black women, in relationships and members of different communities. They also answer if a person is a sociopath for not caring about their sick relative. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

I need a vacation! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss how to decolonize tourism by defining what it means, how countries and islands are affected, revisiting Kristen Gray’s Bali situation and a woman naming their child after their ex. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Set the table! Vixon J. and Rovie explore the nature of relationship building through the analogy of men and women setting a table together. They discuss if fathers are the better parents and should men be used if they decide to use women for sex. Unsung Hero for BHM: Tia Norfleet, first Black woman NASCAR driver Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

I’m coming home again! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss their definition of “home,” homesickness and how they build their own home aesthetic and style, as well as reveal what thrill-seeking activity they would try and answer if a father’s refusal to marry his daughter twice makes him an asshole. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Are they really goals though? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the downsides of aspiring to #RelationshipGoals by sharing the type of relationships they look up to, what they expect from their own relationships and the relationships that have shaped them, as well as breaking down the story of a guy's journey to love and what scares them on the daily. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com