Kamala’s Code Switch, and the Reparations Movement in Peril

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay kick things off by addressing Rachel’s recent New York magazine cover story and what she and Tupac have in common (7:13); also, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp appeals to the MAGA crowd (40:09), while NFL defensive end Carl Nassib makes sports history (53:52). Plus, wide receiver Cole Beasley isn’t feeling the NFL’s COVID protocols (1:01:05).  Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producer: Donnie Beacham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22 Juni 20211h 31min

Van Lathan asks Rachel Lindsay his Very Serious Question earlier than usual this week (:30) before they address the circumstances around Matt James not being on the show, as promised (14:52). They also discuss whether white supremacy is "psychopathic" (23:07) and Juneteenth (46:17) before breaking down "cancel culture" in the world of comedy (52:53).  Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producers: Trudy Joseph and Donnie Beacham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 Juni 20211h 28min

With the recent release of 'In the Heights,' Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay welcome writer Angy Abreu to discuss the claims of misrepresentation by the actual Washington Heights community (7:04) before welcoming Glen Davis to clear the air on his recent comments about Kyrie Irving's injury (46:48). Finally, they cover Drake's new album tease and, more importantly, ask: What’s a true freestyle? (1:02:28) Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guests: Angy Abreu and Glen Davis Producers: Trudy Joseph and Donnie Beacham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Juni 20211h 16min

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the aftermath of Chris Harrison’s official exit from the Bachelor franchise (00:30), and Kamala Harris’s sensitivity comes into question (21:06). Plus, toxic masculinity results in another tragedy (55:49), K Michelle’s got a new look (1:05:46), and it’s Mailbag Time once again (1:13:48). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producers: Trudy Joseph and Donnie Beacham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

11 Juni 20211h 29min

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay address the recent public apology of Ellie Kemper (1:08), the Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather fight (6:28), and why Robert Kraft’s surprise birthday gift is SO annoying (15:18). Then NBA analyst, best-selling author, and charter school founder Jalen Rose stopped by to give some insight on what’s motivated him to become the beloved renaissance man he is today (26:44). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Jalen Rose Producers: Trudy Joseph and Donnie Beacham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Juni 20211h 31min

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay react to the latest Chris Harrison news and who’d a thought David Spade would replace the host? (15:16), and Tiffany Haddish is cast as Flo-Jo (25:55) while the conservative world debates Critical Race Theory (36:55). Finally, legendary standup comedian Katt Williams joined to discuss cancel culture, the future of comedy, and accepting the “legendary” label (1:04:11) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

7 Juni 20211h 50min

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay reflect on the massacre in Tulsa 100 years later, and why it’s just now becoming common historical knowledge (10:49). Then, Naomi Osaka has dropped out of the French Open (41:26), Mo’Nique’s got advise for appropriate queen travel attire (1:00:29), and Ellie Kemper’s trending for all the wrong reasons (1:09:27). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2 Juni 20211h 39min

Happy 1 year anniversary, Thought Warriors!!! Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay kick this special episode off with a trip down Bachelor Lane (6:40) before debating P. Diddy entering the J-Lo + Ben Affleck conversation (23:39), and NBA fans overstepping once again (33:02), while J. Cole calls it a career after 3 games (42:52). Finally, Van & Rachel discuss the death of Ronald Greene and the ensuing cover up (58:38) before switching gears to celebrate Higher Learning’s 1st bday with a very special mailbag (1:13:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

28 Maj 20211h 40min