Best BPLP Pod Podcasts (2025)

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Fan Mail 1:21:42

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2d ago1:21:42

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes, Ryann Graham and Jewel Wicker read and answer letters sent by YOU, the listeners. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes https://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmes https://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes Follow Ryann https://www.instagram.com/g…

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How The Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) 1:12:40

13d ago1:12:40

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Ryann Graham and Jewel Wicker discuss the beloved Christmas classic, Dr. Suess’How The Grinch Stole Christmas, starring Jim Carrey and Taylor Momsen. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes https://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmes https://twitter.com/seq…

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Soul Food 1:18:56

1M ago1:18:56

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss the classic film, Soul Food. They get into dysfunctional family dynamics, the complexity of media representation, and justice for Teri! All this & more! Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch HIGHLIGHTS Family Dynamics Toxic Masculinity Being the oldest daughter Blac…

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As Told By Ginger 1:15:54

1M ago1:15:54

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Nickelodeon cartoon show, As Told By Ginger. The two discuss the show’s unique approach to pre teen drama, puberty, middle school and high school nostalgia, and why “In Between” sung by Macy Gray is one of the best theme songs of all time. All thi…

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Twitches 52:05

2M ago52:05

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss Twitches, starring Tia and Tamera Mowry, in its 20th year anniversary. Our hosts get into the series, the best Disney witches, and whether or not Twitches is for millennial audiences or Gen Z. All this and more! Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Sequoia h…

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Twilight 1:19:05

2M ago1:19:05

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss the Twilight franchise. They get into the books, cult following behind the films, and the cultural impact of the series. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes https://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmes https://twit…

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Gilmore Girls 1:12:09

3M ago1:12:09

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes, Jewel Wicker, and guest co-host, journalist Clarissa Brooks, discuss the iconic TV show, Gilmore Girls, on its 25th year anniversary. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights Jewel hates fall The WB Helicopter Parenting Mother / Daughter relationships Follow Clarissa https://www.in…

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TRL VS. 106 & Park 1:12:36

3M ago1:12:36

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss two of the biggest staples of pop culture of the early 2000s, MTV’s TRL and BET’s 106 & Park. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights Destiny’s Child to two iconic performances Ginuwine’s Pony Performance on TRL Bow Wow Thee 106& Park Host After school prog…

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Miley Cyrus 1:12:13

4M ago1:12:13

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes, Jewel Wicker, and Ryann Graham discuss the incomparable Miley Cyrus - career, growing up in the public eye, and why Miley is a staple in pop culture. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights Hannah Montana Beefin’ with Selena Gomez & Demi Lovato Bangerz Era Dolly Parton Greatest Hi…

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Love Island S7 Reunion 1:09:02

4M ago1:09:02

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In a special bonus episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham go over the Love Island S7 Reunion shenanigans. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes https://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmes https://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes Follow Ryann https://www.instagram.com/gudguyryry/?hl=…

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Pop Punk Turns 18 1:02:25

4M ago1:02:25

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker have a graduation ceremony for all our favorite emo & pop punk songs that turn 18 this year. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights My Chemical Romance Avril Lavigne Fall Out Boy Boys Like Girls Metro Station All Time Low Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/s…

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Freaky Friday 1:22:32

5M ago1:22:32

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss the beloved early 2000s teen cult classic, Freaky Friday starring Lindsay Lohan and Jaime Lee Curtis. Our hosts get into the film’s fashion, messy character choices, the iconic soundtrack, and the film’s sequel out this Friday. All this & more! Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mo…

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Camp Rock 1:04:32

5M ago1:04:32

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss the classic Disney Channel Original Movie franchise, Camp Rock starring Demi Lovato and Joe Jonas. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights Camp Rock Soundtracks Best DCOM Franchises Cringe Camp Rock Moments What makes a good movie villain / mean girl? Follo…

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Big Brother 55:48

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss one of the longest standing reality TV shows of all time: Big Brother, in its 27th season. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights Big Brother Memes Celebrity Big Brother Big Brother Szn 27 Traitors Social dynamics of the show Follow Sequoia https://www.ins…

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Love Island S7 (Midseason, USA) 1:04:38

6M ago1:04:38

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss the Love Island USA Season 7 midseason finale. Check out The Daily Dirty Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes https://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmes https://twitter.com/sequoiabholmes Follow Ryann https://www.instagram.com/gudguyryry/?…

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Paris is Burning / Ballroom Culture 51:59

7M ago51:59

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes, Jewel Wicker, and Ryan Gilyard discuss the ground breaking documentary, Paris is Burning in its 35th anniversary, and the one of the most influential subcultures in the world: Ballroom Culture. Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights Voguing Reclaiming Ballroom Language Ballroom in Pop culture Venus Xtrava…

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Black Romance 1:01:26

7M ago1:01:26

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On this week’s episode, Co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker talk about all things Black Romance: media, books, and how the genre influences Black Pop Culture. Highlights Netflix’s Forever Love Life Insecure Black Love is revolutionary Romance novels Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Jewel Wicker https://www.instagram.com/jewelwickershow https://su…

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Grey's Anatomy 58:55

7M ago58:55

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes, Jewel Wicker, and Ryan Gilyard discuss Shonda Rhimes’ medical drama, Grey’s Anatomy. They talk best and worst relationships, characters, and storylines, along with what the 21 season show has meant to pop culture. All this & more! Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights Best/Worst Characters Best/Worst Rel…

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The Met Gala 1:06:16

8M ago1:06:16

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DISCLAIMER: We had some mic issues while recording this episode, so please level your audio volume accordingly. Thank you! On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryan Gilyard discuss The Met Gala! They get into the history of the event, best and worst dressed, and this year’s Black Dandyism theme. All this & more! Buy Mocha Grande Merc…

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Spring Break 49:24

8M ago49:24

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryan Gilyard talk about SPRING BREAK! They reminisce about college days, spring break horror stories, and how youth culture has shifted when it comes to occasion. All this & more! Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes https://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmes …

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The Emancipation Of Mimi 57:21

9M ago57:21

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On this week’s episode, Co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker give Mariah Carey her flowers for the 20th anniversary of one of her most critically acclaimed albums, The Emancipation of Mimi (2005). Highlights The Flawless Tracklist Glitter Atlanta is the Mecca of Black art Best Mariah lyrics Songs are a first love that we can’t stand to listen t…

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Astrology II 1:00:11

9M ago1:00:11

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On this week’s episode, Co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker welcome the astrology new year aka Aries SZN by talking about Astrology. They discuss the best and worst of Aries, controversial opinions on dating each sign, & more! Buy Mocha Grande Merch Follow Jewel Wicker https://www.instagram.com/jewelwickershow https://substack.com/@jewelwicker…

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A Goofy Movie 54:25

10M ago54:25

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On this week’s episode, co-hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryan Graham celebrate the 30th anniversary of the film, A Goofy Movie. The two get into Black coded cartoon characters, the flawless movie soundtrack, and the Tevin Campbell of it all. All this & more! Buy Mocha Grande Merch Highlights Father & son relationships Roxanne the OG IG baddie Black - co…

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Wicked 1:04:21

10M ago1:04:21

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On this week’s episode, Co - hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss Jon M. Chu’s 2024 Wicked. Our hosts get into Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s ground breaking performances, cast drama, and how Elphaba was always Black girl coded. Highlights: Defying Gravity Challenge Wicked Press Tour Ariana & Cynthia potential awards sweep Elphaba was a…

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Kendrick Lamar 1:06:03

11M ago1:06:03

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On this week’s episode, Co - hosts Sequoia Holmes and Jewel Wicker discuss the career of one of the greatest rappers of our generation - Kendrick Lamar Follow Jewel Wicker https://www.instagram.com/jewelwickershow https://substack.com/@jewelwicker Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes https://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmes https:/…

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RIP TikTok 1:14:16

11M ago1:14:16

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On this week’s episode, Co - hosts Sequoia Holmes and Ryann Graham discuss the rise and fall of TikTok. *This episode was recorded before the “ban” on January 19th Highlights Memes Dances AI content Couples / family/ children content Trauma dumping story times Rage Baiting Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes https://www.tiktok.c…

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Spades / Games Ft. Kevito Clark & Joshua Pinkay 45:49

12M ago45:49

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes Love, Peace, and Spades founder Kevito Clark and org resident host, Joshua Pinkay. Highlights Spades, Tonk, Big Whist Games as Black heirlooms Why reneging in spades is controversial What games are most likely to cause a riot Why family game nights are crucial to community building Follow Love, P…

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Panic! At The Disco FT. My Emo Diaries 43:34

1y ago43:34

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes Emo historian and author of the My Emo Diaries series, My Emo Diaries. The two discuss the career of emo staple Panic! At The Disco, analyze the state of the scene during their career peak, and bring up the pressing question: why all the contention towards emo kids? All this & more! Highlights Re…

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Manifestation FT. Ashley Chatman 47:01

1y ago47:01

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes actress and online fitness coach, Ashley Chatman to discuss the practice of “Manifestation.” The two get into exactly what manifesting is (and isn’t), how social media can be misleading, and what it really means to visualize the life you want. Highlights Positive thoughts vs. Negative thoughts To…

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Holiday Foods FT. Toya Coleman 52:02

1y ago52:02

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This episode we're chatting about why Black people love holiday foods featuring Toya Coleman (aka Toya from Harlem) from That Wasn’t In My Textbook podcast. This episode was published on November 24th 2022By Sequoia Holmes

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Love Is Blind SZN 7 FT. Garrick Bernard 1:13:02

1y ago1:13:02

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes and special guest, writer / comedian Garrick Bernard, discuss season 7 of Netflix’s Love Is Blind. Follow Garrick https://www.garrickbernard.com/ https://www.instagram.com/garrickbernard/?hl=en Follow Sequoia https://www.instagram.com/sequoiabholmes https://www.tiktok.com/@sequoiabholmes https://twitter.c…

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Halloweentown FT. Amanda Layne Miller 1:03:46

1y ago1:03:46

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes Fangirl Central co-host, Amanda Layne Miller to talk all things Halloweentown. They get into the franchise’s character astrology, the greatness that is Debbie Reynolds, and how Kalabar was actually right but had the wrong approach. Highlights Marnie’s recast Anti - Halloween Christianity Gwen was…

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*NSYNC Ft. Aisha Harris 51:20

1y ago51:20

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes host of the NPR podcast, Pop Culture Happy Hour and author of the book WANNABE: Reckoning With The Pop Culture That Shapes Me, Aisha Harris. We get into the cultural phenom that is *NSYNC, their (possibly flawless?) discography, boy band drama, and what made early 2000s pop music so special. All …

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Sabrina Carpenter Ft. Jewel Wicker 43:12

1y ago43:12

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On this week’s episode, BPLP fave, award-winning journalist Jewel Wicker joins host Sequoia Holmes in a conversation on the newest Princess of Pop: Sabrina Carpenter. They get into the singer’s Disney career, to headlining her own tour, to collaborating with pop legends like Christina Aguilera. All this & More! The Radio Disney Jamz + 2000s Pop Par…

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TikTok Ft. Kaitlyn McNab 1:07:06

1+ y ago1:07:06

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes award-winning journalist and culture editor for Teen Vogue, Kaitlyn McNab, on the show to talk about the cultural phenomenon that is TikTok. Highlights Vine setting the foundation Beauty Tiktok The comments section Men with mics Black women are the root of the “clean girl aesthetic” Fannita and t…

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Love Island USA Season 6 Ft. Sisters Who Watch 1:10:53

1+ y ago1:10:53

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes and Sisters Who Watch’s Shelby and Laura Holland discuss Love Island USA Season 6 reunion. Highlights Leah Thee Liar No one looks the age they’re claiming Black women actually being treated well on the show Follow Sisters Who Watch https://www.sisterswhowatch.com/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sis…

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Rap Beef Ft. Miles Gray 1:20:40

1+ y ago1:20:40

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes The Daily Zeitgeist podcast co-host and 90s encyclopedia, Miles Gray. The two discuss the cultural phenomenon that is Rap Beef, history’s best and worst diss tracks, and how it has affected not only hip hop, but culture at large. Highlights Kendrick Vs Drake Biggie Smalls Vs Tupac Nas Vs. Jay Z D…

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High School Musical FT. Amanda & Amber Miller 1:00:12

1+ y ago1:00:12

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes Fangirl Central hosts, Amanda and Amber Miller to talk all things High School Musical. They get into the franchise’s best songs, how Kenny Ortega did exactly what he needed to do, and how the films defined the Disney Zeitgeist of the early millennium. Highlights Giving Kenny Ortega his flowers Si…

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Cults Ft. Traci Thomas 1:02:03

1+ y ago1:02:03

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes welcomes guest, writer and The Stacks podcast host, Traci Thomas on the show to talk about Cults! The two get into what trends are cult - y, classic cults, and what it would take to get them sucked into joining a cult. All this & more! Highlights Disney Adults The real story of Jonestown Taylor Swift MAGA…

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Clueless Ft. Danielle Radford 49:29

1+ y ago49:29

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes and guest Tights and Fights co - host, Danielle Radford get into 1995’s Clueless. The two discuss the film’s decades - long influence on pop culture, separating the Dionne from the Stacey Dash, and how dating your step - sibling is definitely weird. All this & more! Highlights Speaking “Clueless” Teen Rom…

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Black People Love Pets Ft. Ella McLeod 49:25

1+ y ago49:25

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes and guest co - host, Comfort Creatures host, Ella McLeod chat about Pet parenting, Exotic pets, how Black folks connect with animals generationally. All this & more! Highlights LA Dogs vs. UK Dogs Are Cats Loyal? Exotic / Unusual Pets Character pets who we know are Black Grieving the death of a pet Writin…

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Black People Love Reality TV Ft. Dr. JonPaul Higgins & Jordan Daniels 1:06:06

1+ y ago1:06:06

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes sits down with the guests, co - hosts of the BFF: Black, Fat, Femme podcast, Dr. JonPaul Higgins and Jordan Daniels, to discuss the cultural phenomenon that is Reality Television. They analyze classic reality tv show moments from shows like Flava of Love and The Bad Girls Club, rate their favorite shows o…

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Black People Love Online Dating Ft. Anwar White 43:21

1+ y ago43:21

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes sits down with Anwar White, the Get Your Guy dating coach. The two discuss dating app dos and don’ts, interracial dating, how past traumas can affect relationships in the present, and more! Highlights Online Dating Interracial Dating Dating Apps Dating Horror Stories Red Flags Healing Trauma Follow Anwar …

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Black People Love Friendship Ft. Danielle Bayard Jackson 53:40

1+ y ago53:40

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes sits down with author and The Friendship Expert, Danielle Bayard Jackson. The two dissect friendships, the heartbreak of friendship breakups, Danielle’s new book, and why a girls’ trip to Miami could make or break a bond. All this & more! Pick up a copy of Danielle Bayard Jackson’s new book, Fighting for …

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[NSFW] Ft. Ify Nwadiwe 54:27

1+ y ago54:27

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes discusses Sex with guest co - host, Maximum Film Podcast host, Comedian, and Thot Dad, Ify Nwadiwe. The two explore sex habits, positions, misconceptions & more! Highlights K*nks F*tishes Relationships Celebrity Sex Scandals Celebrity K*nks Follow Ify Nwadiwe https://www.instagram.com/ifynwadiwe/?hl=en ht…

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We're Nominated for a Webby! Vote for Black People Love Paramore Podcast! 1:53

1+ y ago1:53

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Vote here! https://wbby.co/41412NBy Sequoia Holmes

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Black People Love Country Music Ft. Jewel Wicker 50:21

1+ y ago50:21

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes dives into the world of country music with guest co - host, award - winning journalist and BPLP fan favorite, Jewel Wicker. The two discuss female country legends, the exclusion of Black people in the genre, and of course, review Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter. VOTE Black People Love Paramore For A Webby!!! High…

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Black People Love Anime II Ft. NotWildlin, Garrick Bernard, & Chika Supreme 1:23:23

1+ y ago1:23:23

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes tackles Anime for the second time with the help of guest co - hosts, internet personality Wildlin Pierrevil (@NotWildlin), Writer / Comedian Garrick Bernard, and host of the podcast Shoujo Sundae, Chika Supreme. They get into Anime superlatives, Black caricatures within the medium, the Shoujo and Shonen g…

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Bonus Teaser: Black People Love Sequoia Holmes Ft. Jewel Wicker 3:35

2y ago3:35

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We get a sneak peek into the Black People Love Paramore bonus content episode with your host, Sequoia Holmes, as the topic! Award - winning journalist and friend of the show, Jewel Wicker, gets deep into Sequoia’s business and our host is not afraid to share. **REMINDER: This teaser is dropping the first week of The MaxFunDrive, so if you enjoy thi…

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Black People Love Warped Tour Ft. Christine Osazuwa 58:16

2y ago58:16

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On this week’s episode, host Sequoia Holmes along with guest co - host, Music executive Christine Osazuwa, talk about all things Warped Tour: Music, fashion, teenage shenanigans, and more! **REMINDER: This episode is dropping the first week of The MaxFunDrive, so if you enjoy this show, please take a moment to show your support and become a member …