Trash or Recyclable Podcast

On this week's episode, the guys talk through the idea of rules. After discussing Trump's coronavirus contraction (2:05), the guys kick things off by breaking down the recent handball rule controversy affecting English football (13:45). They consider what happens when rules don't make any sense (18:02) and how different personalities react to unfair rules (24:08). Then, the guys question the purpose of rules (29:15) and analyze the power of fear (40:55). To close things out, they decide if rules are Trash or Recyclable and solve American democracy (47:33).

For this week's episode, the guys decide to explore the idea of heroes and villains. They discuss the details of the grand jury decision in Breonna Taylor's case (4:00) and consider whether Attorney General Daniel Cameron should be viewed as a villain (13:00). After acknowledging the life of RBG and her fight for gender equality (17:25), the guys analyze the Tory Lanez/Megan Thee Stallion controversy and the need to check your male privilege (20:08). They close out by deciding if power turns people into villains (34:23) and try to determine the true difference between heroism and villainy (50:01).

It's been a long time. We shouldn't have left you. On Episode 22, the guys return after a bit of a summer hiatus to give you what you've been missing. After analyzing Americans' continued refusal to wear masks (2:50), the guys discuss Kamala's VP nomination (9:36) and the distinctions between being Black vs a "person of color" (11:45). After considering the Black community's scrutiny of Kamala, the guys wonder if some of her judgment is tied to sexism (23:59). They also determine the validity of questioning someone's Blackness based on who they date (36:18) and decide how "Blackness" can be defined (41:50).

On Episode 21, the guys return to discuss the Black Lives Matter protests that have been taking place during COVID (3:18) and the trendy wokeness that corporations have been presenting recently (11:00). Then, they analyze Drew Brees' newfound racial revelations and his white man clapback to Donald Trump (39:45). Lastly, the guys determine if the return of sports during the coronavirus pandemic is Trash or Recyclable (51:45).

On Episode 20, the guys hold their second mailbag episode, dedicating the entire show to topics suggested by the listeners. First, they discuss whether it's Trash or Recyclable to keep in contact with an ex (7:58), and explore the additional nuance involved when one of you is in a new relationship (15:00). Then, they determine if it is Trash or Recyclable to excuse someone's bad behavior based on the environment they come from (22:13) and analyze the difference between fixed and growth mindsets (30:45). Lastly, the guys decide if it's Trash or Recyclable to maintain a relationship simply because it's lasted for a long time (48:35) and draw parallels to Molly and Issa's friendship from the HBO show "Insecure" (1:02:30).

On this week's episode, the guys talk about conspiracy theories. They kick things off by discussing some of the strange origin theories regarding the coronavirus (5:00) and the common trend of people spreading false information from unreliable sources (12:00). Then, they try to understand why people buy into conspiracy theories (29:00) and analyze the modern fear of vaccinations (41:15). To close the episode, the guys decide if conspiracy theories are Trash or Recyclable (57:41).

For Episode 18, the guys explore the idea of wasting time. They kick things off by discussing how they've spent their time during quarantine and identify the proper etiquette for leaving your Zoom happy hours (8:55). While dissecting the idea of wasting time in a relationship (11:06), Joel explains how differing approaches to dating are like Price is Right vs Pokemon (21:10). The guys close things out by deciding if there is even such a thing as "wasting time" (37:45) and determine if the phrase itself is Trash or Recyclable (48:15).

It's Episode 17 and the guys are still on virus-imposed house arrest. As they continue to social distance, they start the show by determining what "culture" is how they define it (8:43).They analyze Black people that don't identify with Black culture (17:00) and the issue of "communal PTSD" (30:35). After debating the value of the phrase "African-American" (50:46), they decide if both the term "African-American" and Blacks that don't identify with Black culture are Trash or Recyclable (1:00:18).

As the country goes into a state of panic, the guys kick off Episode 16 by discussing the coronavirus and people's questionable hygiene habits (5:21). They touch on Rudy Gobert's actions and the issue of people not taking the pandemic seriously (23:08). Then, the guys work to pin down a definition of cults and debate whether they really are trash (33:15). They question if Jesus was a cult leader (45:26) and wonder if we already participate in cults ourselves (50:07). To wrap things up, the guys decide if cults are Trash or Recyclable (56:24).

On Episode 15, the guys question the idea of whether or not opposites actually attract (3:04). They discuss the concept of Quality Time and forcing your partner to take part in your interests (12:04). They then consider if they would date a partner with opposite views on religion (31:02) and politics (38:45), and analyze the difference between voting for the candidate you agree with most vs voting for who you think will win (48:41). Joel shares his experience dating a "canceller" (58:55). To wrap up, the guys decide if being attracted to opposites is Trash or Recyclable (1:10:15).

After criticizing Valentine's Day for daring to be on a 3-day weekend this year (0:48), the guys kick off Episode 14 by discussing their personal preferences for live music and debate if live rap performances are Trash or Recyclable (9:40). Joel explains why he thinks music festivals are Trash (15:59), Rae recaps his psychedelic experience at Broccoli City (19:55) and Dwight shares his experience tripping at Bonnaroo (27:07). Rae gives the history of Trini Carnival and describes what it's like to attend (35:33). The guys close out the show by deciding if festivals and Carnival are Trash or Recyclable (51:35).

The guys begin Episode 13 with their reactions to the passing of Kobe Bryant and share how they will remember him (1:35). Then, they debate the sincerity of social media grieving (23:01) and the validity of Twitter-based news reporting (32:45). After analyzing society's seeming inability to identify valid news sources (43:25), they decide if gaining news from social media and grieving through social media posts are Trash or Recyclable (49:26).

On Episode 12, the guys focus the conversation around jobs, employment and entrepreneurship. Joel reminisces on his time working as a teacher (5:44) and Rae addresses the "slow death" of the 40-hour work week (12:04). Then, they discuss Dame Dash's 2015 Breakfast Club interview and debate the pluses and minuses of traditional jobs vs. self-employment (22:23). After considering whether schools are responsible for helping you get a job (38:40) they decide if working for someone else is Trash or Recyclable (47:20).

Welcome to 2020! On Episode 11, the guys point out the current trend of announcing New Year's resolutions for your social media followers (3:41) and debate whether seasonal self-improvement is Trash or Recyclable (6:20). Since everyone plans to leave toxic relationships in 2019, they also identify the correct approach for calling out a toxic friend and discuss how to properly handle the conversation when you're the friend being called out (15:12). The guys then switch gears to discuss Dwyane Wade's recent comments regarding his son's sexuality and the backlash he's received (24:50) before questioning why the Black community in particular seems to be so closed-minded (45:11).

The wait is finally over! The guys compile your questions and topic suggestions and break them down on Episode 10. They start by giving their dos and don'ts for online dating (3:57) before determining whether ghosting is Trash or Recyclable (14:07). Then, the guys spend some time discussing the ideas of open and polyamorous relationships (20:13), and decide if marrying for love is Trash or Recyclable (30:45). To close out the show, the guys answer two questions: Would you date someone who has different religious beliefs than you (44:52), and would you date a white person (52:00)? Thanks for the feedback, and keep it coming!

On this week's episode, the guys discuss a recent Vox article that previews the newest enhancements in birth control for men (4:50) and wonder if women should even trust men enough with the sole responsibility of managing birth control (13:05). After reading the viral Reddit post from a father that hates his kids (20:35), the guys question their own desires to have children (23:40). They debate whether or not anyone should feel bad for the Sad Reddit Dad (40:52) and discuss the "lines in the sand" that they might draw in a relationship (54:05). The guys close out Episode 9 by deciding if male birth control is Trash or Recyclable (57:32). Be sure to leave them your feedback for Episode 10!

The guys kick off Episode 8 with a full overview of the drama between Colin Kaepernick and the NFL (3:50) before analyzing what exactly went so wrong with last week's workout (12:23). Then, they discuss whether or not Kaepernick should even want to get back into the NFL (26:46) and debate the merits of Black American patriotism (41:01). To wrap up, each of the guys consider the Kaepernick situation and identify one thing that's Trash and one thing that's Recyclable (52:40).

Episode 7 covers a wide range of discussion around the ideas of marriage and divorce. After talking through some current celebrity divorces (4:00), the guys debate the value of getting married young (17:44). They debunk the commonly known dating myth known as "wasting time" (25:35) and consider what is means to "settle" (34:30). The guys decide that the key to a happy marriage is regret (42:55), and ask each other what "settling" would look like for them (47:30). After discussing marriage through a comparison of crack vs. mids (55:05), they decide if three things are Trash or Recyclable: settling (58:40), divorce (1:05:30), and prenups (1:11:50).

On this week's episode, the guys dive into unchartered territory by discussing the various aspects of modern sexuality as it relates to both celebrities and society at large. They talk about the public's seeming rejection of Tyler the Creator's possible homosexuality (3:42), and debate whether homophobia in hip-hop is a thing of the past (8:00). Then, they review Tank's recent comments on Angela Yee's podcast (27:52) and examine the ways that sexual double standards affect the mindsets of both men and women (38:55). After determining if double standards are Trash or Recyclable, they ask for some much-needed listener feedback (52:20).

On Episode 5, the guys dedicate their convo to one important question that's been laying heavy on their hearts: What is wrong with Kanye West? They discuss his impromptu Sunday Service during Howard's homecoming (3:45), and explore the sacrifices that Black people seem to make "in the name of the turn-up" (10:00). Then, in an attempt to figure out how we got here, they provide a brief history of Kanye's career (24:21), and ask each other when they began to notice that something was off (40:50). After recognizing the parallels between Kanye and his boy Donald Trump (47:15), the guys decide whether Kanye West is Trash or Recyclable (54:05).

On Episode 4, the guys jump into a wide range of topics, posing questions like, "is marrying a pro athlete trash?" (6:30), and "is Jay-Z an actual whole creep?" (9:55) They discuss Hov's new deal with the NFL (13:35) and question why we "cancel" some celebs and give others the benefit of the doubt (19:45). Taking a cue from Jemele Hill's Atlantic article, the fellas also question why more Black athletes aren't considering HBCUs (26:10). Tying all the topics together, they debate whether it's trash or recyclable to work for a job whose decisions you disagree with (34:30), and have an in-depth discussion around the conflict between personal gain and moral obligation (40:05). One thing they all agree on, though, is that "everybody just wants to get their bars off" (45:50).

On Episode 3, the guys get into a few conversations related to weddings. First, they talk about the merits of women proposing to men (7:50) and talk about whether or not they'd attend a wedding for a marriage they disagreed with (11:30). After identify other reasons that would keep them from attending a friend's wedding(16:27), Rae tells a story of a wedding gone wild (25:00). The guys then discuss the differences between support and blind support (33:00), and decide whether or not they'd tell a friend they were getting cheated on (42:00). After a quick tangent to break down The Friendship Tiers (44:50), they close out the show with a complete Trash or Recyclable breakdown for the episode(49:55).

On the second episode of the Trash or Recyclable Podcast, the guys provide reactions and analysis for that wild "Striking Vipers" episode of Black Mirror (5:30) and talk about how they might have reacted if they were in Theo's position (27:56). They also talk about off-limits relationships, and discuss if they would be cool with their significant other hanging out with an ex (35:37). To wrap up, the guys decide if hanging out with an ex is Trash or Recyclable (46:05), and if the "Striking Vipers" episode was Trash or Recyclable (52:25). Be sure to give us your feedback on the discussion (and we'd love to get some tips on meal prep, too).

On the first episode of Trash or Recyclable, the guys talk about the controversial Ayesha Curry interview and analyze how the public reacted (1:20). Then, they discuss whether her comments are trash or recyclable (14:15) and decide how they would respond if their significant other made those comments (20:15). After talking through the expectations that they set for new relationships (27:20) and the importance of dating in different settings (31:30), they figure out how to tell the person you're dating that they're not smart enough (36:15). To close the show, the guys discuss how much their relationship expectations are based on gender roles (42:15) and debate whether gender roles are trash or recyclable (56:25).