Black Girl Nerds

BGN dives into the first two episodes of the new FX series 'Kindred' currently streaming on Hulu. Adapted from the celebrated novel Kindred, by Hugo Award-winner Octavia E. Butler, the FX series centers on “Dana James” (Mallori Johnson), a young Black woman and aspiring writer who has uprooted her life of familial obligation and relocated to Los Angeles, ready to claim a future that, for once, feels all her own. But, before she can settle into her new home, she finds herself being violently pulled back and forth in time. She emerges at a nineteenth-century plantation, a place remarkably and intimately linked with Dana and her family. An interracial romance threads through Dana’s past and present, and the clock is ticking as she struggles to confront secrets she never knew ran through her blood, in this genre-breaking exploration of the ties that bind. Hosts: Jamie Broadnax, Angelica Monk and Ryanne Bennett Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we welcome actors Sheria Irving and Michael Ward. Segment 1: From bringing diverse, powerful characters to life on the screen and stage, to spearheading efforts to empower, uplift and mentor young women of color, Actor and youth activist, Sheria Irving, is poised to make her mark not only the entertainment industry, but in the social impact sector as well. She is currently starring in the FX series 'Kindred' playing a new character named Olivia from Octavia E. Butler's novel of the same name. Host: Jamie Segment 2: The Jamaican born actor who grew up in East London first made his film debut in Brotherhood in 2016 and later received critical buzz when he starred in Netflix’s British Crime Drama Series “Top Boy” in 2019 and subsequently starred in the film Blue Story that same year which won him the BAFTA Rising Star Award for his performance. Ward was also honored the following year at the BAFTA’s where he received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Steve McQueen’s Small Axe: Lover’s Rock. In Empire of Light, Ward gives a layered and heartbreaking performance as a young adult coming of age and developing a complicated romantic relationship with his co-worker Hilary (Colman), all while racial tensions escalate and riots break out across 1980s England.  Host: Jamie Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

This week we welcome actor and author Kirby Howell-Baptiste to the Black Girl Nerds podcast.  Most recently, she can be seen in “The Sandman” television, series and the film “Mr. Harrigan’s Phone,” both on Netflix. Upcoming, she stars in the heist series “Culprits” for Disney + launching early next year, and she is currently in production on “Sugar” for Apple +, opposite Colin Farrell. Audiences may also know Kirby from “Killing Eve”, “The Good Place”, “Hacks”, “Barry”, “Why Women Kill”, “Veronica Mars,” and Disney's “Cruella.” Beyond her memorable acting across film and television, her latest manifestation is publishing two children’s books, launching November 15th. These empowering picture books, Little Black Girl and Little Black Boy, celebrate the joys of being a child and encourage Black boys and girls to follow their wildest dreams.  Host: Ryanne Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus

In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we welcome Ian Lara and Christina Jackson. Segment 1: The premiere of Romantic Comedy, directed by beloved Comedian/Writer Aida Rodriguez, will be Ian’s second of 2022. His first, Growing Shame, premiered on Comedy Central Digital on February 10th as part of their series of half hours. He performed his 30-minute debut comedy special LA Meets NY for HBO Latino's esteemed Entre Nos franchise in 2020, which did so well the streamer gave him his upcoming hour.  His appearance on Comedy Central’s StandUP Featuring has garnered over 10 millions views collectively on social media, and he was a regular on the network’s hit series This Week at the Comedy Cellar. Host: Ryanne Segment 2:  Christina Jackson takes on the female lead role as Daisy Brown in Devotion, marking this her most significant screen outing. Devotion is the story of Jesse L. Brown (played by Jonathan Majors), a pioneering Black Naval aviator who flew during the Korean War. She will also star alongside Regina King, Lucas Hedges, and Andre Holland in the Netflix/John Ridley film Shirley, which tells the story of trailblazing political icon Shirley Chisholm (King)—the first Black Congresswoman and the first Black woman to run for president of the U.S.  Host: Jamie Music by: Sammus and Shubzilla Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we interview comedian Kym Whitley and filmmaker Elegance Bratton. Segment 1: Created by Lena Waithe and Kym Whitley, Kym is a new scripted comedy audio series featuring an all-star cast including Sherri Shepherd, David A. Arnold, Jess Hilarious, Jenifer Lewis, Oscar-nominated actress Cynthia Erivo, and more, with original music composed by multiple Grammy Award-winning artist Wyclef Jean.  Host: Ryanne Segment 2: Elegance Bratton is an award-winning and boundary-breaking director, writer, producer, photographer and author. He began making films as a US Marine after spending a decade homeless. His film 'The Inspection' tells the story about a  a young gay man, rejected by his mother, who finds unexpected strength, camaraderie and support after he joins the Marines. Host: Jamie Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we welcome Twitch streamer Bruce Greene. Bruce has been making content on the internet for around 15 years and started at G4. From there, he went on to work for Machinima, but later fell in love with the platform Twitch. He's the creator of such shows as "Ghost Hunt" and "Nerve Center" on the livestream network respectively. You can follow him on www.twitch.tv/brucegreene  Host: Jamie Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

This season we are recapping episodes of 'The Handmaid’s Tale'!  Hosted by Angelica and Ryanne breakdowns of what happened will be discussed! We breakdown the season 5 finale, episode 10 “Safe”. Host: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

Emmy and Tony Award nominee Brian Tyree Henry is a versatile actor whose career spans film, television and theater. He currently stars alongside Donald Glover in the Emmy, Golden Globe and Peabody Award winning series “Atlanta.” Henry portrays ‘Alfred Miles,' Atlanta’s hot of the moment rapper who is forced to navigate fame while remaining loyal to family, friends and himself. He has received Emmy, SAG, Critics’ Choice and MTV Movie & TV Award nominations for his work including films like If Beale Street Could Talk. In 2021, Henry starred in four feature films, including Marvel’s “Eternals,” directed by Chloe Zhao. This summer, Henry starred as Lemon in the hit feature film “Bullet Train” alongside Brad Pitt. This October, Henry stars opposite Jennifer Lawrence in A24’s “Causeway,” now streaming on Apple TV+. Host: Jamie Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax 

This season we are recapping episodes of The Handmaid's Tale!  Hosted by Angelica and Ryanne breakdowns of what happened will be discussed! We breakdown episode 9 "Allegiance". Host: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

This season we are recapping episodes of The Handmaid's Tale!  Hosted by Angelica and Ryanne breakdowns of what happened will be discussed! We breakdown episode 8 "Motherland". Host: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax