the N.I.L.E. presents the BLACK MINDS MATTER PODCAST where lifelong friends maK & Rev provide a black perspective on a variety of topics ranging from education, music, religion, chivalry, finances and more. Contact us: (E) thenile.est1981@gmail.com (IG)
Rev, maK and Kie talk about building the ideal mate.
The crew recap their 2023 year and what they are looking for in 2024.
The crew discusses the emotion of sports.
Rapid fire questions from Kie to the guys.. enjoy!
The crew goes through a list of things manly men should not do... the list is absurd but do maK & Rev agree with it?
The crew discusses famous kids trying to be thugs.
The crew discusses the idea of black media types' harsh criticism of other black stars.
Happy SAFE Thanksgiving 2023 y'all.
The family discusses the idea of men being expected to protect women.. ....they do not agree
The family discusses rather sports are "just a game" or if they can be so much more.
The crew discusses first dates and first-date dating expectations. Laugh with us...
Sooo, yeaa... the Joe Smith situation... nuff said.
The family talks about Taylor Swift and her uncanny popularity based on her skill level. Is the bar lower for white people; meaning, are they able to be less skilled and go further. If this is the case, then why are some black people on the same level as whites? Its a fun conversation, check it out!
maK & Rev discuss a sucky situation.
maK & Rev discuss how music shaped their lives.
maK & Rev talk about programming
maK & Rev talk about the gov't shutdown.
maK & Rev talk about the chase and pursuit of the All Mighty Dollar.
maK & Rev walk down memory land of a house than no longer stands.
maK & Rev discuss Rev's verse on The REVELSations Podcast.
mak and Rev are back, diving into the the topic of "why people hatin' on Coach Prime?"
the crew talks about the happenings over the summer and how black it actually was. Annnd of course, Lizzo. hahaha
The crew is back for Season 6 with the intro episode. The three tell you what they have been up to this past summer and what you can look forward to this season.
maK, Rev & Kie wrap up season 5; no real topic, just the three talking and chilling.
The three are back with Kanitra Branch to talk about the family structure. What is family? Why is family important? Do we have a duty to make a family? All these topics and more are discussed here. thenile.est1981@gmail.com
The triumvirate welcome a long time friend of the family and podcast support Kanitra Banks to the show. The four discuss family and the institution of marriage in our modern world. This is part 1 of a two part conversation so enjoy it and let us know what you think. thenile.est1981@gmail.com
The family takes a swing at the supreme court ruling to overturn affirmative action. The three agree (shockingly), so this will be a new type of conversation. Enjoy.
maK and Rev discuss tipping. Do you tip? Do you tip on take out orders? What about when the tip is included in the bill? Let us know!
Rev and maK try something a little different on this one. They grew up on hip-hop music so they are trying their hands at am album review. Which album? The New Killer Mike Album called "Michael" which dropped June 16th 2023. Check out the guy spin on an album review
We dive into how we as humans decide who we trust based on appearance. Not trust like you might think. Crack open this book and see what we are talking about....it's all about Big Truss!
Kie's not here So the guys go back to their roots and talk about the NBA finals.... Of course they put the black mines matter spin on it. Check it out and let us know what you think!
Okay this one gets a little deep. We're talking about anti-blackness, and understanding the concept of the hate/disdain we are conditioned to have toward blackness... We leave you all with a little homework after this one. Let us know what you think.
maK & Rev discuss how the narrative of social issues are potentially affecting their mind when it comes to political issues. Can different polarizing social topics affect how you vote at the polls? Let us know! Subscribe, Rate, Review and SHARE!!! Connect with us on IG @thenile.est1981 or email us thenile.est1981@gmail.com and episode on YouTube by searching The N.I.L.E.
Finally, we're back. maK went on a hiatus. Left the family but only for a little while. He came back, And now we're back. Enjoy this catch up chapter and holla back! Subscribe, Rate, Review and SHARE!!! Connect with us on IG @thenile.est1981 or email us thenile.est1981@gmail.com and episode on YouTube by searching The N.I.L.E.
We took an odd approach to this mother's day chapter....check it out and tell us who is doper. Subscribe, Rate, Review and SHARE!!! Connect with us on IG @thenile.est1981 or email us thenile.est1981@gmail.com and episode on YouTube by searching The N.I.L.E.
The crew talks about choices we make in choosing partners....what's more important to you; the life or the person you love....Subscribe, Rate, Review and SHARE!!! Connect with us on IG @thenile.est1981 or email us thenile.est1981@gmail.com and episode on YouTube by searching The N.I.L.E.
We discussed the recent surge of student versus teacher fights and violent acts... Well we don't condone violence, sometimes kids need to be touched with holy hands...Subscribe, Rate, Review and SHARE!!! Connect with us on IG @thenile.est1981 or email us thenile.est1981@gmail.com and episode on YouTube by searching The N.I.L.E.
We discuss the passing of the woman who accused Emmett Till of flirting with her, which ultimately led to his violent death..... How much forgiveness does she deserve? Holla at us! Subscribe, Rate, Review and SHARE!!! Connect with us on IG @thenile.est1981 or email us thenile.est1981@gmail.com and episode on YouTube by searching The N.I.L.E.
And finally it's game time... What the crew has been trying to get to for two episodes finally culminates in the third!
We are continuing the conversation equalizing the sexes.....
We discuss women participating in sports with me.....
Karen strikes again! Just listen hahahah Subscribe, Rate, Review and SHARE!!! Connect with us on IG @thenile.est1981 or email us thenile.est1981@gmail.com and episode on YouTube by searching The N.I.L.E.
maK & Rev discuss all the mass shootings that happened in the United States. Crazy thing is, 2 days after they recorded this, there was another one in Alabama. How is it that a country that is so sophisticated can't get its gun problem solved.....
Welcome to the REVELSation podcast, where Rev, one-half of the Black Mind Matter Podcast discusses topics that will challenge your beliefs systems and help you grow. In this first episode, Rev invited his friend Shawn Bailey to the show to discuss what it takes to make healthy romantic relationships last. Check it out and let us know what you think! Find Shawn at Holiday props on Instagram Bailey-care-homes.com Poochie Trucking
Kie asks about nagging and how a woman can ask a questions and it not be seen as nagging.
The family shares a meal and discusses the difference between how men and women love in relationships. Rev concludes that men love fewer times but deeper when they do, maK says when need to extend more grace because men don't all the time and Kie states that men are the problem 85% of the time. Aye aye aye, this one is a doozy. Subscribe, Rate, Review and SHARE!!! Connect with us on IG @thenile.est1981 or email us thenile.est1981@gmail.com and episode on YouTube by searching The N.I.L.E
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