Episode 13: Black on Black Racism, Names, and Black on Black Crime
Smooth confirmed that racism within the black community does exist, and he expanded on the topic that was posed by Slim. A listener wrote in to ask about black names and we compared notes between the black and white cultures surrounding the naming of children. Lastly, we get way into the weeds concerning black on black crime and how it is being referenced in the media or ignored all together. Smooth gets riled up on this one.
Episode 12: Fat Kid Slim, Smooth Scared White Ladies, and Useless College Educations
In this episode, Slim reveals that he was fat during certain potions of his childhood and well into college. Smooth tells a story about a recent incident he had with two white ladies while he was out for a jog in the middle of the night. Slim reflects on some life decisions, particularly when it comes to college education, which is arguably one of the biggest scams in America.
Episode 11: Slim’s Modeling Career, Time Travel, and White Pandering
This episode covers a litany of topics. Slim shares his experience as a child male model for a clothing company in the 90’s. Slim and Smooth disagree about when and where they would visit if time travel were feasible. Smooth answers an “Ask A Black Guy” question concerning his take on white people pandering to black people and discussion ensues about how that plays into corporate culture and marketing campaigns.
Episode 10: Pranks, “Coonery,” and Prison Culture
Smooth tells the people of an epic prank that Slim pulled on him years ago - but who got the last laugh? We discuss “coonery” again because Slim remains confounded by the terminology takes another crack at explaining it. Additionally, Smooth enlightens everyone on prison culture and how that has effected the black community.
Episode 9: Black Jesus, American History, and Church
In this episode Smooth dives deep into his understanding of black iconic figures such as Black Jesus, Black Santa, and other famous characters. Smooth then shares his perspective of American history and why we both love to be an American. Finally, we go back and forth about the vastly different experiences we had in our respective churches growing up.
Episode 8: Slim’s Mom Writes In, Geographic Preferences, and Dancing
Slim’s mom writes into the show and exposed some stories that had to be discussed. Slim re-lives his his first interaction with a black guy. Smooth explains why black people seem to avoid certain climates and geographic locations in the US. White guys really can’t dance. Smooth drops some knowledge on you as to why this seems to hold true.
Episode 7: Hillbillies, Discipline, And A Haunted House
Slim and Smooth address a listener submitted topic to discuss the differences between white and black ghettos, which really turned into a discussion about Slim and his exposure to hillbilly life. A second topic is addressed concerning the differences between disciplining children and respecting elder family members. Slim tells a story of his experience with a haunted house he once lived in - Smooth was horrified!
Episode 6: George Floyd, Riots, and Reparations
By popular demand, we address George Floyd’s death and the impact that his death had on America over the last three weeks. A debate ensues concerning the legitimacy of riots, the mindset behind the actors involved, and what police reform could look like moving forward. Additionally, we speculate on where race relations currently stand, what reparations might look like and if they would actually solve anything. Buckle in and turn your volume down, because Smooth gets animated in this one!
Episode 5: Baldness, Politics, and Affirmative Action
Slim and Smooth discuss the differences in how black guys and white guys deal with the real epidemic in America…male pattern baldness. Smooth explains the pressure he feels to represent his race in specific circumstances. Slim and Smooth have in depth conversation about affirmative action which results in Smooth getting on his political soap box.
Episode 4: Cultural Mistrust in Doctors and Financial Habits
In Episode 4, Slim criticizes Smooth for salting his food too much and Smooth explains a cultural mistrust in doctors that is riddled with convoluted logic and Tuskegee experiments…? Additionally, Smooth busts Slim’s balls about “fast walking” and provides an explanation of a listener inspired topic about a lack of banking institutions and a surplus of Asian owned businesses in the hood.
Episode 3: Black Sitcoms and Family Reunions
In Episode 3, Slim and Smooth address previous episode shortcomings, share listener feedback, and dissect black sitcoms over the last 40 years. Additionally, a deep discussion transpires about the vast difference between black and white family reunions and weddings.
Episode 01: Host Backgrounds and Stereotypes
In the introductory episode we get know the hosts and their backgrounds, speculation on the origins of stereotypes, and some deep discussion about Smooth's take on some of the more well known stereotypes.
Sound Quality Warning: Our first episode was a test run for content before we purchased professional recording equipment and editing software. All following episodes are more professional sounding.
Episode 2: Coronavirus and Wiggers
In Episode 2, Slim and Smooth review some Episode 1 feedback they received from both white and black friends. Discussion raged on about different concerns between black and white folks during the Coronavirus pandemic. Last, but certainly not least, Slim and Smooth comment on “wiggers” from the 90’s - something we all tried to forget!