Shannon Sharpe Goes Live and Terrell Owens Talks T.O.
Van and Rachel remember the life of Tito Jackson (10:39) before reacting to the second apparent assassination attempt on Donald Trump in two months (16:09) and Laura Loomer’s relationship with the former president (25:58). Then they have a discussion on Shannon Sharpe’s viral Instagram Live and the best way to release a sex tape (33:37) before the much-anticipated return of the Van LaTEN (47:58). Finally Terrell Owens joins to discuss his hall of fame career and the NFL’s race problem (1:05:28). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Terrell Owens Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
17 Sep 20242h 4min
Kamala’s Code Switch, and the Reparations Movement in Peril
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay react to the death of Fatman Scoop (8:10), before digging into conversations surrounding Kamala Harris’s accent (15:10). Then, Lee Daniels stirs up controversy for his new horror film (29:30), and an NFL executive gets recorded insulting the league (40:46). Finally, the chair of the California Reparations Task Force, Kamilah Moore, joins to discuss the blocking of a pair of bills by the Black Caucus (49:24). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Kamilah Moore Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 Sep 20241h 18min
The Top 10 Black Beauties of the ’90s | The Van LaTEN
This Labor Day, Van and Rachel are bringing you a brand-new segment called the Van LaTEN! This time, they count down the top 10 Black beauties of the ’90s. Let us know if your pick makes the cut! Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producer: Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 Sep 202419min
Bending the Knee, Selfishly Creating Families, and Infighting Within the Black Community
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show by talking about RFK Jr.'s drop out of the presidential race and his subsequent endorsement of Donald Trump (11:38). Then they talk about Cam Newton and the responsibility of creating a family (24:34) before getting into their upcoming NFL season predictions (53:57), Drake’s possible second round with Kendrick Lamar (1:24:03), and an apology rating (1:29:48). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producer: Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
27 Aug 20241h 42min
The Freedom Festival of the DNC, the Beyoncé Fake Out, and the End of Bennifer 2.0
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode with their reactions to the Democratic National Convention, including their thoughts on Kamala Harris’s speech, the ideology of freedom, and the impact of the different appearances and speeches (01:43). Then, they give their thoughts on TMZ’s Beyoncé mis-announcement (44:39) and the report that Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck (1:0045). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producer: Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
23 Aug 20241h 21min
The Musk-Trump Interview, Simone Biles’s Past, and Voting Rights With Representative Stacey Abrams
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start today’s episode by giving their impressions on the Elon Musk and Donald Trump interview on X (05:59). Then, they talk about Simone Biles’s past coming back (18:48) and give an update on the Raygun breaking situation (34:03). Later, they are joined by American politician, lawyer, voting rights activist, and author Stacey Abrams (58:32) to talk about her new podcast, 'Assembly Required'; ranked-choice voting; and how to go about solving the biggest concerns facing young voters. Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Stacey Abrams Producer: Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
16 Aug 20241h 28min
The Olympics Are Over, Culture’s Best Uncle, and J.D. Vance’s Hypocrisy
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show off by talking about Tyrese Gibson’s latest creative choice (01:24) and Amber Rose's anger toward Van’s comments about her political choices (16:27). Then they give their overall impressions and discuss the highlights of the Olympics as the event came to a close (29:50). Later, they comment on the rumors and hypocrisy surrounding J.D. Vance (1:01:11 ), and Van asks Rachel an important question (1:22:57). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producer: Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13 Aug 20241h 26min
Harris’s VP Pick, Marcus Jordan’s Trip, and the Reason Behind Ye’s Fall
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode by giving updates on the Olympics (09:26) before talking about Kai Cenat's statement that the Harris campaign has been lobbying him for support even though he doesn’t want to get involved in politics (15:59). Then, they talk about Vice President Kamala Harris’s VP running mate, Tim Walz, and the possible reason behind the choice (28:08). Later, they discuss the new controversial pictures of Marcus Jordan (54:00) and a new reason behind Kanye West’s fall from grace (1:03:09). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producer: Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
9 Aug 20241h 21min
