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Have we officially arrived? On this week's episode of Black News, we discuss journalists and activists being arrested; the meaning of facism; and the upcoming Super Bowl and our predictions. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

Are things going to keep getting worse? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses another person being slain in Minnesota and what happens now; and the historic Oscar nominations for Sinners. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

From kitchen-table beginnings to revolutionizing waste management, Lainika's journey proves that with vision and innovation, you can build a multi-million dollar business that tackles global challenges. In this heartfelt episode, Lainika Johnson, founder of Eco in the City, shares her inspiring journey from starting TrashLogic out of necessity to launching a tech-driven company that is transforming the way cities and property management companies handle waste. With her innovative VIN Site 360 platform, Lainika is not just helping businesses stay compliant with complex waste regulations but is also leading the charge toward smarter, more sustainable waste management. Here are the highlights: -Lainika's Journey to CEO: From being a complete outsider in the trash industry to building a self-funded, multi-million dollar business. -Innovating Waste Management: How Eco in the City's tech platform is transforming waste compliance and sustainability for cities and property managers. -Solving Waste Compliance Challenges: How Eco in the City helps businesses avoid costly fines while improving efficiency and promoting sustainability. -Lessons from Adversity: Overcoming labor shortages, pandemic disruptions, and the shift toward data-driven solutions in waste management. -Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Lainika's advice on trusting yourself, knowing your numbers, and building a thriving business from anywhere.   About the guest: Lainika E. Johnson is the founder of Eco in the City and CEO of TrashLogic, recognized as America's leading expert in waste reduction and workforce development. With nearly two decades of experience, she helps cities, property managers, and businesses transform waste challenges into sustainable, data-driven solutions. Starting her career at Republic Services and rising to senior executive at a California-based waste company, Lainika successfully onboarded nearly 200 multifamily communities in under a year. Her work combines technology, community, and policy, supported by credentials from Harvard Business School and UCLA. Lainika's expertise has been featured in major outlets like Black Enterprise, Black News, and local media such as Arizona's ABC-15, Sacramento's NBC KCRA-TV, and Waste & Recycling Magazine.   Connect with Lainika:   Website: trashlogic.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lainikaj/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lainikajohnson/   Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/ Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/    #CEO #leadership #startup #founder #business #businesspodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's a new ep to listen to while you are iced in! In this ep we talk we talk Challenger astronaut controversy, ICE arrests mexican workers who worked at the restaurant they ate in, Don Lemon church protest, Greenland conspiracy, we dodge the draft, James Cameron moves to New Zealand, Machado gives Trump her peace prize and the memes go wild, Shatner eats cereal while driving, man avoids 15yr prison sentence by self deporting, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s Need a logo for your business go here www.fiverr.com/eyeballa/buying 

Does Martin's legacy have a deeper meaning in 2026? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses MLK Day, the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and how it impacts us during today's climate; and legal attacks against journalists who are on the ground in Minnesota. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

Is this just the beginning? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the latest developments in Minnesota and what could be next; and discusses the lasted happenings around movie awards season. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this ep we talk Civil War 2 on the horizon, Kristi Noem on some N*zi shit, ICE agent hit by lady had internal bleeding, women shave head in protest, Casey Anthony needs to hush, Trump ramps up rhetoric on taking Greenland, Trump gives middle finger to Ford worker, Guest wearing dog masks dance at Mar-A-lago, Florida gubernatorial candidate wants add 50% sin tax to OF, man shoots family over UNO game, hunter shot by his own dog, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s Need a logo for your business go here www.fiverr.com/eyeballa/buying 

Sorry yall we are way late on this episode but we're back and ready for action. In this ep we talk baked beans, Brooklyn Bridge fireworks, super flu running around, deadly fungal infection, Buddhist monks walk through GA, America cashin out on OF, Maduro get snatched, Micky Rourk possibly homeless, Nikki Minaj deportation petition, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s Need a logo for your business go here www.fiverr.com/eyeballa/buying 

What are your goals for the New Year? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses her doing 200 episodes of Black News; how she doesn't really set New Year's goals, but does have things she wants; and has more Sinners talk. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

Welcome back to Seasoned Sessions, this week we talk about our favourite news stories, events, and people of 2025. Get in touch with us at ⁠@seasonedsessionspod,⁠ ⁠@adaenechi,⁠ and ⁠@its_hanifahh⁠. We'll be back in January; Happy New Year!

In this ep we talk eggnog prices are up, squatters, 31/Atlas, xmas movies reviews, we tell some heart warming xmas memories and much more! We will be taking next week off but will be back for our New Years extravaganza! Happy Holidays yall! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s Need a logo for your business go here www.fiverr.com/eyeballa/buying 

What makes a movie "the best"? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses her thoughts about news and magazine publications keeping Black movies off their best of lists; if there's a reason. why. that's happening; and what makes a movie "the best". Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this ep we debate the merits of Home Alone 2, family of the man who drank 33 drinks on a cruise and died sues, jet hit by cosmic rays, Trump selling pardons on the golf course, Trump national park debacle, Andy Dick OD's on crack, Stacy Dash Only Fans, Bonny Blue kicked out of Bali, Tesla robot controversy, it is now cheaper to go to Disney in Japan than in Florida, plane hits car on hwy while making emergency landing, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s Need a logo for your business go here www.fiverr.com/eyeballa/buying 

Are you watching the TX Senate race? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Tupac and the circumstances around his still unsolved unaliving; new developments in the TX Senate race and Jasmine Crockett's candidacy; and the possible merging of Hollywood studios. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this December bonus teaser, I'm kicking things off with some housekeeping — including when Queen Things returns for Season 4. Then we dive straight into one of the most interesting conversations I've seen in pop culture lately: Charlie XCX's Substack essay on the “realities” of being a pop star, and Swiftologist's take on why pop doesn't make icons anymore.From authenticity to escapism, parasocial closeness to moral responsibility, I'm breaking down what we actually expect from the artists we love, and what happens when relatability becomes the whole brand. It's messy, it's nuanced, and yes, I have thoughts.If you want the full episode — including my take on the Taylor/Trump discourse, Jaclyn Hill, DEI backlash, and this week's Black News — become a Queen Things subscriber on Apple Podcasts, Patreon, or Substack. See you inside.Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://queenthings.substack.com/Join the conversation:TikTok -@queenthingspod⁠,⁠ @iam_kjmiller⁠YouTube - www.youtube.com/@iamkjmillerIG:⁠@kjmillerReferences:Charlie XCX's article:https://itscharlibb.substack.com/p/the-realities-of-being-a-pop-starThe Swiftologist's take on pop stardom:https://youtu.be/QvOjSFqVD2Q?si=tojZiHMxhg-4VmA9

In this ep we talk cheap cigarettes, holiday cheer, Trump taking naps on camera, racoon breaks into liquor store found drunk in bathroom, rabid racoon mauls idiot, Waymo car drives passenger through police stand off, Sheriff pulls women over to check their phones for nudes, robot dog on sale for 3k looks awesome, CIA put electrode in dogs brains to control them according to declassified files, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s Need a logo for your business go here www.fiverr.com/eyeballa/buying 

Have you watched all the best movie contenders? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia quickly discusses her Thanksgiving break; talks about the upcoming movie awards season and how Sinners is still likely the best film of the year; and Oprah's recent podcast episode about cutting off family members. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this ep we try to unravel the mysteries of turkey carving, discuss the merit of pumpkin pie, Trump scammin with Trump phones, executive at Campbells soup says their soup ain't ish, ramen shop chef judo flips bear, man crashed Delorean with 87 bags of cocaine in it, perverts running wild, man fakes heart attacks to skip out on restaurant bill, Russian Popeye may need his arms amputated, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s Need a logo for your business go here www.fiverr.com/eyeballa/buying 

In this ep we talk Sizzler to make a comeback, Coast Guard denies reports that Swastikas and nooses will be down graded to "potentially divisive" status, China buyin up America, Ghislaine Maxwell livin her best life in prison, man named JD Vance threatens to kill JD Vance, Megan Kelly say Epstein wasn't a pedo pedo, Kevin Spacey says he's broke, Eric Roberts sets record for being in the most movies, Tekashi 69 house robbed and mom held at gun point, China astronaut problem, AI teddy bear goes crazy, Fox News says f*ck grandma this year, no presents for her to save money, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s Need a logo for your business go here www.fiverr.com/eyeballa/buying 

Do you remember life before the natural hair movement? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses prominent people being named in released emails; Michelle Obama's natural hair statements and the online conversations afterwards; and a NC woman suing her husband's mistress and winning. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this ep we talk, Angelina Jolie bodyguard taken in Russia, 100yr old British WW2 vet says sacrifice wasn't worth it for todays world, Kim K gets mad at psychic who told her she would pass the bar exam, KFC launches chicken flavored toothpaste, Melania Trump wins Patriot of the Year according to FOX news, Trump boo'd at Commanders game, Trump suggests 50 yr mortgages, Gulliani gets pardoned, China to develop drug to allow people to live 150 yrs, Walmart pulls racist shirt off website, woman smokes pot with friend who ends up getting paranoid and shooting her, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

Is the shutdown almost over? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the government shutdown, Supreme Court Justice Jackson's political maneuver, and the 8 Dems who signed on; and Outkast and Salt-N-Pepe being indicted into the R&R Hall of Fame. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this ep we talk Republicans gettin mooly whopped in recent elections and Sean Hannity and his friends cryiin real tears about it, woman kills diseased monkey that escaped from crash, UPS plane crash, man collapses behind Trump and he doesn't give a ish, stranded Chinese astronauts, man confronts bully 50 years later and ends up shooting him, funeral home put wrong body in coffin and causes heart attack, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

Is your boyfriend embarrassing? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the viral article that explores if having a boyfriend is embarrassing; and the current economic downturn as it relates to people losing food benefits, and the people making fun of it online. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this ep we talk conspiracies, help with lung problems from an unlikely source, Russian/Chinese honey pots, Chicago mayor asks ICE to take the night off for Halloween (they say no), Elvira hangs up the costume, Nelly Furtato stepping away from performing, disease ridden monkey escapes after crash, white couple gets 375 years after keepin adopted black kids in slave shack, man saves girl from being hit by car she then sues him for sexual harassment, ICE raids strip club and arrests 15 strippers, Albanian AI to "give birth" to 85 children, Oklahoma allows roosters to fight robots as long as they are not hurt, man shoots drive thru worker for "staring at him", men break into ex's houses, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

In this bonus Queen Things episode, I'm breaking down some of our best listener comments and exploring what they reveal about Taylor's love of love, her lifelong grudges, and her reputation as pop's “Capitalist-in-Chief.”From fan theories about “The Fate of Ophelia” to debates about her silence on social issues, I unpack why none of this surprises me—and why that's exactly the point.Plus, a little Black News to close us out!Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://patreon.com/2Queens2CrownsJoin the conversation:TikTok -⁠@2queens2crowns⁠,⁠@iam_kjmiller⁠, @leta_bitchknow⁠YouTube -⁠2 Queens 2 Crowns⁠IG:⁠@kjmiller, ⁠⁠@letabknow References:KJ's YouTube Video, Taylor Swift is Exactly Who You Think She Is:https://youtu.be/vkChF5VO2yE?si=NmX4TcCTSAJ1KkZzDoechii's Live From The Swamp Tour:https://www.livefromtheswamp.com/

Is there an age limit for Homecoming? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the online discourse around people saying HBCU Homecomings should only be for the young; the growing trend of people being angry and mean online; the alleged gambling in the NBA; and Verzuz in Vegas. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this part we talk security guard who shot shoplifter, would be airport shooter arrested, woman fakes pregnancy, male spy poses as female to seduce diplomat, ex NFL player wrapped up in under age sex sting, teacher dies after student kicked her in chest, ghost hunting show host finds out his wife was tryin to have him killed while filming show, man takes savage beating on video over unpaid debt, man claiming to be Elon Musk scams people out of 600k, man gets hair transplant and becomes disfigured, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

Is the Church getting in the way? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses this weekend's protests and if you participated; the viral conversation that claims Jesus and the Church are in the way of acknowledging our own ancestors and their sacrifices; and beef within the women's boxing community. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this part we talk making a new Halloween movie, website outages, Trump meeting with Putin canceled, Trump uses small steps for Air Force One, Trump post AI video of himself shitting on American protestors, Margarie Taylor Greene making sense? Trump demolishes part of the White House for his stupid ballroom, Sora clamps down on AI videos of MLK, Taco Marathon, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

Sorry we are late I had to get a new computer and it took a while to move everything over. In this ep we talk which Friday the 13th movie is good, lottery scams, Trump watches, reporters tell the Pentagon to get bent, A.I. videos goin crazy, Time magazine accurately depicts Trump and he gets mad, Young Republicans in hot water, Madagascar govt gets overthrown, slip and fall Mitch at it again, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

It's the Two Queens, Two Crowns season finale!We're wrapping up the season by reading your comments on the “Life of a Showgirl” episode—talking Taylor Swift's album discourse, the lightning bolt necklace drama, and the fine line between critique and conspiracy.Then it's a full Black News roundup: Tyra Banks's hot ice cream empire (yes, really), the Kehlani “Folded” challenge taking all the way over, and Rolling Stone's top 250 songs of the 21st century (Missy Elliott at #1—we salute you!).Stay tuned for bonus episodes while we recharge for Season 4!Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://patreon.com/2Queens2CrownsJoin the conversation:TikTok -⁠@2queens2crowns⁠,⁠@iam_kjmiller⁠, @leta_bitchknow⁠YouTube -⁠2 Queens 2 Crowns⁠IG:⁠@kjmiller, ⁠⁠@letabknow References:@justwaynecreative's post about Taylor's album being racially coded:https://www.tiktok.com/@justwaynecreative/video/7560093884991212855Kylie's new song:https://www.eonline.com/news/1423784/kylie-jenners-music-debut-fourth-strike-with-terror-jrCharlie XCX on SNL:https://people.com/charli-xcx-crashes-role-model-saturday-night-live-performance-change-11828701Tyra Banks' Hot Ice Cream:https://www.dailydot.com/entertainment/tyra-banks-hot-ice-cream/Kehlani's Folded:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFMYx1TibeQSome of the Folded Remixes:https://www.vibe.com/lists/kehlani-folded-challenge-best-of-brandy-toni-braxton/Rolling Stone's 250 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century So Far:https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/best-songs-of-the-21st-century-1235410452/

What's your favorite D'Angelo song? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the passing of the legendary D'Angelo and his impact on music and culture; A'ja Wilson being on track to become the greatest WNBA player of all time; and a Housewife facing criminal charges. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this part we talk about the best ninja turtles, war in Portland, pepper spray, Cheeto dust, A.I. MLK, Korean streamer killed by fan, 1st amendment in jeopardy, pastor gets shot with pepper ball, Diddy sentenced to 4 yrs, Greta Thunberg allegedly tortured, judge who rules against Trump has her house burn down after death threats, Magic City goes to Japan, man forced to leave buffet after 4 hours, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

Why is it so easy to push false information? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the new evidence that was released regarding the Kyren Lacy case; misinformation being spread about tragic events; and the misplaced anger towards celebrity wives. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

This week on Two Queens, Two Crowns, we get into Cardi B's big album debut and the messy back-and-forth with Nicki Minaj that lit up social media. We also celebrate Selena Gomez tying the knot with Benny Blanco (and unpack the side-eye from Justin Bieber's posts). Plus, we ponder the trending question: why do the pop charts feel so boring right now, even with big names dropping music? And for Black News, Erica brings us joy with the return of Reading Rainbow—with a new Black host carrying the torch.Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://patreon.com/2Queens2CrownsJoin the conversation:TikTok -⁠@2queens2crowns⁠,⁠@iam_kjmiller⁠, @leta_bitchknow⁠YouTube -⁠2 Queens 2 Crowns⁠IG:⁠@kjmiller, ⁠⁠@letabknow References:Cardi's #1 album:https://www.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/cardi-b-am-i-the-drama-numer-one-billboard-200-chart-1236077406/Cardi vs. Nicki:https://pagesix.com/2025/09/30/entertainment/cardi-b-nicki-minaj-trade-barbs-in-another-explosive-social-media-war-missed-me/Selena's Wedding:https://pagesix.com/2025/09/28/celebrity-news/benny-blanco-shares-behind-the-scenes-photos-of-lavish-wedding-to-disney-princess-selena-gomez/Selena's mom responds to rumors:https://www.eonline.com/news/1423103/selena-gomez-benny-blanco-married-mom-mandy-teefey-reactsSelena's Wedding Planners:https://pagesix.com/2025/09/28/celebrity-news/selena-gomez-and-benny-blanco-hire-same-wedding-planners-as-justin-and-hailey-bieber/Justin's carousel:https://pagesix.com/2025/09/28/celebrity-news/fans-troll-justin-bieber-over-cryptic-post-about-marriage-as-ex-selena-gomez-weds-benny-blanco/Sam Murphy's TikTok on pop music today:https://www.tiktok.com/@popsamcam/video/7555567238368087327?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7517361012459193886Reading Rainbow's return:https://www.today.com/popculture/tv/reading-rainbow-new-host-mychal-the-librarian-rcna234638

Is everyone okay? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses agitators showing up on HBCU campus to "debate" undebatable facts; agitators crashing book events and if that should be focused elsewhere; and the passing of an icon. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

In this ep we debate if black folks know Jane Goodall, Trump havin a wild week, govt shutdown, Trump says ICE will be at Bad Bunny halftime show, EA sale, refusal to add cheese at restaurants, A.I. actor gets signed, hagglin at Goodwill, Serena Williams cotton pic, Dank DeMoss settles with Lyft, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

In this ep we talk the merits of Halloween 3, William Shatner in bad shape, Tom Holland injured, Trump U.N. speech, Tylenol fixin to sue, DC sniper, Jimmy Kimmel cancelled/uncancelled, Trump/Epstein statue, universal income, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

Are you buying the book? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the recent media firings and the battle over free speech; the investigations around two men being found unalived in Mississippi; and the former VP's book launch and press tour. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

Ep. 146 of Real Black News, hosted by Raqiyah Mays, features an intimate discussion with writer and comedian Daheli Hall about her award-winning one-woman show and documentary SPADURA, where she opens up about her struggles with infertility and the courage to publicly share it. News stories this episode highlight Black excellence in NYC, Taiwan, Kenya, and Little Rock, Arkansas.

This week on Two Queens, Two Crowns, KJ breaks down the 2025 Emmy winners (and snubs), from The Pitt to Seth Rogen's big moment, and why Beyoncé Bowl should've taken home a trophy.Then it's on to Lizzo's latest reinvention—what counts as a “flop” in 2025, and how viral sounds stack up against chart success.KJ also dives into Beyoncé and Taylor Swift's complicated optics when it comes to proximity to MAGA supporters, Cardi B's album rollout featuring Janet Jackson, and, in Black News, the backlash to Pilates creator Raven's viral “luxury” take.Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://patreon.com/2Queens2CrownsJoin the conversation:TikTok -⁠@2queens2crowns⁠,⁠@iam_kjmiller⁠, @leta_bitchknow⁠YouTube -⁠2 Queens 2 Crowns⁠IG:⁠@kjmiller, ⁠⁠@letabknow References:2025 Emmy Winners:https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/emmy-winners-2025-list/Lizzo on Million Dollaz Worth of Game Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tcwWgrS8ZgBeyoncé at the Reform Alliance Gala:https://www.blackenterprise.com/jay-z-beyonce-backlash-ivanka-trump-jared-kushner/Cardi's Collaborators on Am I The Drama:https://www.instagram.com/p/DOorIulj_QY/Black News - Pilatesbodyraven:https://www.instagram.com/its_onsite/reel/DOjInQkDa6t/Maintenance Phase Episode on Pilates:https://maintenancephase.buzzsprout.com/1411126/episodes/13157627-pilates

In this ep we talk the merits of Freddy vs Jason, woman training to go to Mars, people losing their job talkin about Charlie Kirk, Trump says he could care less about bringing people together after tragedy, DOJ cover up, weird hangings, Cali chef robs three banks in one day, doc leaves surgery to have sex with nurse, and much more! Email here: tokyoblackhour@gmail.com Check us out Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/TokyoBlackHour/   Check out the Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX_C1Txvh93PHEsnA-qOp6g?view_as=subscriber Follow us on Twitter @TokyoBlackPod Get your apparel at https://tkbpandashop.com/  You can also catch us Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify Check out Every Saturday Morning here https://www.everysaturdaymorning.fun Check out the mix here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=outOhNt1vBA&t=1167s

Is discrimination now legal? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the Supreme Court siding with racial profiling and discrimination; cities being occupied and the fight against it; and social media backlash around being told to look for work when you need to. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

This week on Two Queens, Two Crowns, the VMAs made us feel like certified elder millennials. From Mariah Carey's forever-diva energy to Tate McRae's “diaper chic,” we break down the performances, the fashion, and why the award show itself feels like it's on life support.We also dig into Sabrina Carpenter's set—her pro-trans messaging, her connection to Taylor Swift, and why we still think she's holding back.Then, we turn to Lizzo's New York Magazine profile and unpack her rebirth moment, what it means to start over after controversy, and why going deeper with fans might be the only way to win in 2025.Plus, Megan Thee Stallion finds the most iconic way to serve legal papers, and Black News brings us everything from purple-dress wedding drama to dog-food lunches.Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://patreon.com/2Queens2CrownsJoin the conversation:TikTok -⁠@2queens2crowns⁠,⁠@iam_kjmiller⁠, @leta_bitchknow⁠YouTube -⁠2 Queens 2 Crowns⁠IG:⁠@kjmiller, ⁠⁠@letabknow References:2025 MTV VMAs:https://www.mtv.com/event/vmaCNN's roundup of VMA looks:https://www.cnn.com/2025/09/08/style/mtv-vma-red-carpet-fashionLizzo Starts Over:https://www.vulture.com/article/lizzo-comeback-lawsuit-canceled-zeitgeist-interview.htmlLizzo's TikTok on Song of Summer:https://www.tiktok.com/@lizzo/video/7546668101257956638Megan Thee Stallion Serves Adin Ross:https://www.bet.com/article/kiklke/megan-thee-stallion-serves-adin-ross-court-papers-with-a-mariachi-bandPurple Wedding Dress Gate on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@dianalively1/video/7546403940317809933?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7517361012459193886Husband Packs Dog Food for Wife on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@ragebaitorrealtake/video/7544792195216215327?q=%40kaitjbrooks&t=1757528769800KJ's TikTok On Her Natural Hair:https://www.tiktok.com/@iam_kjmiller/video/7548150013906488589?lang=en

The Season 7 premiere of Real Black News features Showrunner Selywn Seyfu Hinds, the creator of the Hulu limited series: Washington Black, an epic adventure co-starring Emmy-Winner Sterling K. Brown about a genius boy who escapes slavery to become a globetrotting scientist. Selwyn discusses the modern-day attempts at erasing black history, survivor's remorse of Black creatives, his learning lessons as a first-time showrunner, and his next project based on Pulitzer-winning author Percival Everett's novel “The Trees.” Other episode highlights include 5 empowering Black news stories from Baltimore, the United Kingdom, Los Angeles, Malawi, and Ethiopia.

We're back with plenty to unpack: Sabrina Carpenter's new album Man's Best Friend isn't hitting the way fans hoped, and the queens give their honest first impressions.Then it's on to the world of tennis, where Taylor Townsend shows real class in the face of shade, Naomi Osaka faces Coco Gauff, and Serena and Maria Sharapova shock the world by calling each other “friends.”Plus: rumors about Kris Jenner and Corey Gamble, the Gaylors spiraling after Taylor's engagement, why we should stop talking about North West, and some juicy Black News straight from the Cutting Room Floor drama.Subscribe for monthly bonus episodes:https://patreon.com/2Queens2CrownsJoin the conversation:TikTok -⁠@2queens2crowns⁠,⁠@iam_kjmiller⁠, @leta_bitchknow⁠YouTube -⁠2 Queens 2 Crowns⁠IG:⁠@kjmiller, ⁠⁠@letabknow References:Sabrina's Album, Man's Best Friend:https://open.spotify.com/album/1aqg30bNvLSWgShZgX4oop?si=QWwY7i0UTbauzcS6GN7kagThe Cutting Room Floor's $55k Gate:https://www.essence.com/fashion/cutting-room-floor-backlash-55k/

Are you ready for the last quarter of the year? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses public officials "going missing" and the social media chatter around it; and "The Great Lock-In", which focuses on leveling up for the last 4 months of the year. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce just broke the internet with their surprise engagement—and we have a lot to say about the ring, the photos, and why this is basically our royal wedding.We also dive into Serena Williams' new GLP-1 partnership and the backlash from Jameela Jamil, Halsey defending Sydney Sweeney's “Americana” mess, and Justin Baldoni's ongoing PR spiral.Plus: a fresh installment of Black News covering @ashleiwithani coffee dates, DJ Akademiks, and the never-ending Jussie Smollett saga.Come for the Swiftie joy, stay for the side-eye.

Who should be talking about slavery? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses misinformation about Black history and slavery being spread by unqualified spokespeople; the new obsession with "PR relationships"; and Venus Williams still competing at 45 years old. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.