https://simplecast.com FANTI Sometimes the people, places, and things we love don't love us back. We're fans, but we also have some ANTI- feelings toward them. Every week on FANTI, journalists Tre'vell Anderson and Jarrett Hill bring their pop culture and political expertise to things we must stan and stand up against. FANTI is a place where nuance reigns supreme with energetic, complicated, and sometimes difficult conversations that bring deep knowledge and thoughtful perspective to the things we love and rage about, from the White House to the Real House(wives). Maximum Fun en Thu, 8 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 7 Jan 2025 22:43:46 +0000 https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ FANTI https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/6981576f-d71e-4552-b946-aed550494957/1b39ce7a-3f5b-4779-8ded-c96ccc14174d/3000x3000/fantiseason4-coveroptions-2.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ episodic Sometimes the people, places, and things we love don't love us back. We're fans, but we also have some ANTI- feelings toward them. Every week on FANTI, journalists Tre'vell Anderson and Jarrett Hill bring their pop culture and political expertise to things we must stan and stand up against. FANTI is a place where nuance reigns supreme with energetic, complicated, and sometimes difficult conversations that bring deep knowledge and thoughtful perspective to the things we love and rage about, from the White House to the Real House(wives). Maximum Fun true https://feeds.simplecast.com/4jxztCzv culture, fanti, jarrett hill, journalists, tre'vell anderson Maximum Fun shows@maximumfun.org 241656c3-5103-4578-94d1-310238541bd8 An Episode of Black People Love Paramore (ft. jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson) In this episode, Black People Love Paramore host, Sequoia Holmes, chats with author and authoress jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson about language, and why Black people love phrases, idioms and colloquialisms.

If you've enjoyed the show, Subscribe to Black People Love Paramore Now!

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NAACP Image Awards 

]]> Thu, 8 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ In this episode, Black People Love Paramore host, Sequoia Holmes, chats with author and authoress jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson about language, and why Black people love phrases, idioms and colloquialisms.

If you've enjoyed the show, Subscribe to Black People Love Paramore Now!

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NAACP Image Awards 

]]> An Episode of Black People Love Paramore (ft. jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson) Maximum Fun 01:04:07 In this episode, Black People Love Paramore host, Sequoia Holmes, chats with author and authoress jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson about language, and why Black people love phrases, idioms and colloquialisms. In this episode, Black People Love Paramore host, Sequoia Holmes, chats with author and authoress jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson about language, and why Black people love phrases, idioms and colloquialisms. historically black phrases, slang, idioms, aave, black people love paramore true full 205 ecaf1863-3da6-497f-8f3a-207cba281271 Historically Black Phrases LIVE! A word from our beloved hosts, Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill about the upcoming Tour for their new book, Historically Black Phrases. 

Live Tour - https://www.historicallyblackphrases.com/live

]]> Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ A word from our beloved hosts, Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill about the upcoming Tour for their new book, Historically Black Phrases. 

Live Tour - https://www.historicallyblackphrases.com/live

]]> Historically Black Phrases LIVE! Maximum Fun 00:01:30 A word from our beloved hosts, Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill about the upcoming Tour for their new book, Historically Black Phrases. Live Tour - https://www.historicallyblackphrases.com/live A word from our beloved hosts, Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill about the upcoming Tour for their new book, Historically Black Phrases. Live Tour - https://www.historicallyblackphrases.com/live historically black phrases, book tour true full 204 a39a74ae-5d72-40b5-80b8-7b67d6d8b6af FANTI : FANTI This week, for the final episode, jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give FANTI the FANTI treatment. They recollect memories of the start of the show, the production process behind every episode, and what their hopes are for the future. Then later, they hear messages from listeners about what the show, and its hosts, meant to them. Tune in for this week of FANTI, for the very last time. 

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Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

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@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 28 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, for the final episode, jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give FANTI the FANTI treatment. They recollect memories of the start of the show, the production process behind every episode, and what their hopes are for the future. Then later, they hear messages from listeners about what the show, and its hosts, meant to them. Tune in for this week of FANTI, for the very last time. 

Plugs

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> FANTI : FANTI Maximum Fun 00:59:11 This week, for the final episode, jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give FANTI the FANTI treatment. They recollect memories of the start of the show, the production process behind every episode, and what their hopes are for the future. Then later, they hear messages from listeners about what the show, and its hosts, meant to them. Tune in for this week of FANTI, for the very last time. This week, for the final episode, jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give FANTI the FANTI treatment. They recollect memories of the start of the show, the production process behind every episode, and what their hopes are for the future. Then later, they hear messages from listeners about what the show, and its hosts, meant to them. Tune in for this week of FANTI, for the very last time. historically black phrases, what a day podcast kobe bryant, fantifam, the oscars, kevin hart, wendy williams, we see each other, slayzhon, fanti, tyler perry true full 203 564ead9b-7923-49db-8f4a-2be68edd8ac6 What Was Said (ft. Laura Swisher & Palmira Muniz) This week jarrett and Tre’vell host the show’s very last What Was Said, with letters and voice messages from you, the listeners! The hosts react to messages from day-one listeners who have gained confidence, a new perspective, and even found love because of the show. Then later, we hear from the ones who make it all happen: Senior Producer LAURA SWISHERRRRR and Producer Palmira Muniz for a quick send off. All this and more on the second to last episode of the series! 

PLUGS:

HBP LIVE! TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Our Sponsors This Week

Factor

With the busy fall season just around the corner, you might be looking for wholesome, convenient meals for jam-packed days. Factor, America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit, can help you fuel up fast with chef-prepared, dietitian-approved ready-to-eat meals delivered straight to your door. You’ll save time, eat well, and stay on track with your healthy lifestyle.

Refresh your healthy habits without missing a beat. Choose from 34+ weekly flavor-packed, dietitian-approved meals, ready to eat in 2 minutes. 

Too busy running around during the day to think about lunch? Keep your energy up with Lunch To Go: effortless, wholesome meals like grain bowls and salad toppers, that are ready to eat when you’re on the go—no microwave required!

This month, get Factor and enjoy eating well without the hassle. Simply choose your meals and enjoy fresh, flavor-packed meals delivered to your door. Ready in just 2 minutes, no prep, no mess!

Head to factormeals.com/FANTI50 and use code fanti50 to get 50% off. That’s code fanti50 at factormeals.com/FANTI50 to get 50% off!

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 21 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week jarrett and Tre’vell host the show’s very last What Was Said, with letters and voice messages from you, the listeners! The hosts react to messages from day-one listeners who have gained confidence, a new perspective, and even found love because of the show. Then later, we hear from the ones who make it all happen: Senior Producer LAURA SWISHERRRRR and Producer Palmira Muniz for a quick send off. All this and more on the second to last episode of the series! 

PLUGS:

HBP LIVE! TOUR ANNOUNCEMENT

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Our Sponsors This Week

Factor

With the busy fall season just around the corner, you might be looking for wholesome, convenient meals for jam-packed days. Factor, America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit, can help you fuel up fast with chef-prepared, dietitian-approved ready-to-eat meals delivered straight to your door. You’ll save time, eat well, and stay on track with your healthy lifestyle.

Refresh your healthy habits without missing a beat. Choose from 34+ weekly flavor-packed, dietitian-approved meals, ready to eat in 2 minutes. 

Too busy running around during the day to think about lunch? Keep your energy up with Lunch To Go: effortless, wholesome meals like grain bowls and salad toppers, that are ready to eat when you’re on the go—no microwave required!

This month, get Factor and enjoy eating well without the hassle. Simply choose your meals and enjoy fresh, flavor-packed meals delivered to your door. Ready in just 2 minutes, no prep, no mess!

Head to factormeals.com/FANTI50 and use code fanti50 to get 50% off. That’s code fanti50 at factormeals.com/FANTI50 to get 50% off!

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> What Was Said (ft. Laura Swisher & Palmira Muniz) Maximum Fun 01:06:59 This week jarrett and Tre’vell host the show’s very last What Was Said, with letters and voice messages from you, the listeners! The hosts react to messages from day-one listeners who have gained confidence, a new perspective, and even found love because of the show. Then later, we hear from the ones who make it all happen: Senior Producer LAURA SWISHERRRRR and Producer Palmira Muniz for a quick send off. All this and more on the second to last episode of the series! This week jarrett and Tre’vell host the show’s very last What Was Said, with letters and voice messages from you, the listeners! The hosts react to messages from day-one listeners who have gained confidence, a new perspective, and even found love because of the show. Then later, we hear from the ones who make it all happen: Senior Producer LAURA SWISHERRRRR and Producer Palmira Muniz for a quick send off. All this and more on the second to last episode of the series! historically black phrases, church, the pandemic, pop culture happy hour, vogue, ncuti gatwa, queer history, we see each other: the podcast true full 202 af0a1689-d851-41eb-801d-6da3db0cf20d Taking Critique (ft. Lena Waithe) This week, jarrett and Tre’vell welcome the very last guest of FANTI: award - winning multi hyphenate, Lena Waithe. They discuss her career, taking public critique, and how audiences’ response to media changes over time. And later, some news on Historically Black Phrases. 

Mentioned In This Episode 

Historically Black Phrases 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: The Institute of Black Imagination

HM: Black People Love Paramore

HM: Surface Level

TA

HM: Afterlives: The Layleen Polanco Story 

HM: It’s Been A Minute podcast

Plugs

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Black People Love Paramore

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 14 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, jarrett and Tre’vell welcome the very last guest of FANTI: award - winning multi hyphenate, Lena Waithe. They discuss her career, taking public critique, and how audiences’ response to media changes over time. And later, some news on Historically Black Phrases. 

Mentioned In This Episode 

Historically Black Phrases 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: The Institute of Black Imagination

HM: Black People Love Paramore

HM: Surface Level

TA

HM: Afterlives: The Layleen Polanco Story 

HM: It’s Been A Minute podcast

Plugs

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Black People Love Paramore

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Taking Critique (ft. Lena Waithe) Maximum Fun 00:56:47 This week, jarrett and Tre’vell welcome the very last guest of FANTI: award - winning multi hyphenate, Lena Waithe. They discuss her career, taking public critique, and how audiences’ response to media changes over time. And later, some news on Historically Black Phrases. This week, jarrett and Tre’vell welcome the very last guest of FANTI: award - winning multi hyphenate, Lena Waithe. They discuss her career, taking public critique, and how audiences’ response to media changes over time. And later, some news on Historically Black Phrases. historically black phrases, lena waithe, queen and slim, black people love paramore, twitter beef, the chi, the institute of black imagination, master of none, surface level, twenties, the color purple, afterlives the layleen polanco story, queer filmmakers, it’s been a minute true full 201 a27ea1c6-3c0e-49be-93b5-db1c49a18377 A World Without Prisons (ft. Charles H.F Davis III & Shar Jossell) This week jarrett and Tre’vell bring back FANTI veteran, Dr. Charles H.F. Davis III to discuss prison abolition, the beginnings of its movement and specifically how it differs from the idea of prison reform. They also discuss how proactivity in the prevention of crime is more beneficial than punishment after the fact. And later, our hosts get a visit from FANTI friend, Shar Jossell.

It’s the last week to share your thoughts on what you love about the show with us! Speakpipe.com/FANTI

Mentioned In The Episode

Susan Burton 

Crashing Hip Hop’s 50th Birthday Party (ft Sesali Bowen & “Prince” Pierre Phipps)

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: First Wives Club, Netflix 

M: Bill Maher on boycotts

HM: Albert Brooks Defending My Life, MAX

TA

HM: Candy Cane Lane, Amazon Prime

HM: Purse First

PLUGS

Tre’vell & jarrett appeared on: 

Jade & XD, “The DownfallLlist”

Nerdette, Yes, You’re An Activist 

Michael Colyar Morning Show this past Tuesday 

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Black People Love Paramore

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 7 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week jarrett and Tre’vell bring back FANTI veteran, Dr. Charles H.F. Davis III to discuss prison abolition, the beginnings of its movement and specifically how it differs from the idea of prison reform. They also discuss how proactivity in the prevention of crime is more beneficial than punishment after the fact. And later, our hosts get a visit from FANTI friend, Shar Jossell.

It’s the last week to share your thoughts on what you love about the show with us! Speakpipe.com/FANTI

Mentioned In The Episode

Susan Burton 

Crashing Hip Hop’s 50th Birthday Party (ft Sesali Bowen & “Prince” Pierre Phipps)

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: First Wives Club, Netflix 

M: Bill Maher on boycotts

HM: Albert Brooks Defending My Life, MAX

TA

HM: Candy Cane Lane, Amazon Prime

HM: Purse First

PLUGS

Tre’vell & jarrett appeared on: 

Jade & XD, “The DownfallLlist”

Nerdette, Yes, You’re An Activist 

Michael Colyar Morning Show this past Tuesday 

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Black People Love Paramore

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> A World Without Prisons (ft. Charles H.F Davis III & Shar Jossell) Maximum Fun 01:12:09 This week jarrett and Tre’vell bring back FANTI veteran, Dr. Charles H.F. Davis III to discuss prison abolition, the beginnings of its movement and specifically how it differs from the idea of prison reform. They also discuss of crime is more beneficial than punishment after the fact. And later, our hosts get a visit from FANTI friend, Shar Jossell. This week jarrett and Tre’vell bring back FANTI veteran, Dr. Charles H.F. Davis III to discuss prison abolition, the beginnings of its movement and specifically how it differs from the idea of prison reform. They also discuss of crime is more beneficial than punishment after the fact. And later, our hosts get a visit from FANTI friend, Shar Jossell. first wives club, historically black phrases, we see each other the podcast, prison abolition, bill maher, black people love paramore, copaganda, purse first, albert brooks, candy cane lane, defunding the police, preventative care, prison reform true full 200 92ab2cf2-5836-4433-9bf4-7c1c2951264b I’m HIV+, Too (ft. Daric L. Cottingham & Dr. Leo Moore) This week, Tre’vell and jarrett highlight World AIDS Day with award-winning Journalist, Daric L. Cottingham and HIV physician, Dr. Leo Moore. They discuss the complexity of living with HIV, their own personal connections to HIV/AIDS, and ending the stigma around testing, prevention, and care. 

Mentioned In This Episode 

Queen Cougar, "Unsung Heroes: the Leather Community’s Response to AIDS" -  Interview with Queen Cougar”

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jh: 

HM: Lena Waith and Chris Ball of Ball Family Farms, Cannabis collab “First Draft”

HM: Theater Camp - Hulu 

HM: Rebuilding Black Wall Street - MAX

HM: Tres Leche Cinnamon Toast Crunch 

TA

HM: A Different World, “If I Should Die Before I Wake”

HM: Life Support, starring Queen Latifah 

Our Sponsors This Week

Factor

With the busy fall season just around the corner, you might be looking for wholesome, convenient meals for jam-packed days. Factor, America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit, can help you fuel up fast with chef-prepared, dietitian-approved ready-to-eat meals delivered straight to your door. You’ll save time, eat well, and stay on track with your healthy lifestyle.

Refresh your healthy habits without missing a beat. Choose from 34+ weekly flavor-packed, dietitian-approved meals, ready to eat in 2 minutes. 

Too busy running around during the day to think about lunch? Keep your energy up with Lunch To Go: effortless, wholesome meals like grain bowls and salad toppers, that are ready to eat when you’re on the go—no microwave required!

This month, get Factor and enjoy eating well without the hassle. Simply choose your meals and enjoy fresh, flavor-packed meals delivered to your door. Ready in just 2 minutes, no prep, no mess!

Head to factormeals.com/FANTI50 and use code fanti50 to get 50% off. That’s code fanti50 at factormeals.com/FANTI50 to get 50% off!

Plugs

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

 Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and jarrett highlight World AIDS Day with award-winning Journalist, Daric L. Cottingham and HIV physician, Dr. Leo Moore. They discuss the complexity of living with HIV, their own personal connections to HIV/AIDS, and ending the stigma around testing, prevention, and care. 

Mentioned In This Episode 

Queen Cougar, "Unsung Heroes: the Leather Community’s Response to AIDS" -  Interview with Queen Cougar”

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jh: 

HM: Lena Waith and Chris Ball of Ball Family Farms, Cannabis collab “First Draft”

HM: Theater Camp - Hulu 

HM: Rebuilding Black Wall Street - MAX

HM: Tres Leche Cinnamon Toast Crunch 

TA

HM: A Different World, “If I Should Die Before I Wake”

HM: Life Support, starring Queen Latifah 

Our Sponsors This Week

Factor

With the busy fall season just around the corner, you might be looking for wholesome, convenient meals for jam-packed days. Factor, America’s #1 Ready-To-Eat Meal Kit, can help you fuel up fast with chef-prepared, dietitian-approved ready-to-eat meals delivered straight to your door. You’ll save time, eat well, and stay on track with your healthy lifestyle.

Refresh your healthy habits without missing a beat. Choose from 34+ weekly flavor-packed, dietitian-approved meals, ready to eat in 2 minutes. 

Too busy running around during the day to think about lunch? Keep your energy up with Lunch To Go: effortless, wholesome meals like grain bowls and salad toppers, that are ready to eat when you’re on the go—no microwave required!

This month, get Factor and enjoy eating well without the hassle. Simply choose your meals and enjoy fresh, flavor-packed meals delivered to your door. Ready in just 2 minutes, no prep, no mess!

Head to factormeals.com/FANTI50 and use code fanti50 to get 50% off. That’s code fanti50 at factormeals.com/FANTI50 to get 50% off!

Plugs

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

 Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> I’m HIV+, Too (ft. Daric L. Cottingham & Dr. Leo Moore) Maximum Fun 01:00:02 This week, Tre’vell and jarrett highlight World AIDS Day with award-winning journalist Daric L. Cottingham, and HIV physician Dr. Leo Moore. They discuss the complexity of living with HIV, their own personal connections to HIV/AIDS, and ending the stigma around testing, prevention, and care. This week, Tre’vell and jarrett highlight World AIDS Day with award-winning journalist Daric L. Cottingham, and HIV physician Dr. Leo Moore. They discuss the complexity of living with HIV, their own personal connections to HIV/AIDS, and ending the stigma around testing, prevention, and care. historically black phrases, we see each other the podcast, a different world, world aids day, noah’s arc, leather community, healthcare, queen cougar, hiv/aids, life support, theatre camp, rebuilding black wall street true full 199 32250358-08f0-4a2e-a6f9-570bccb7fad4 It’s Giving, Friends (ft. Mychael Chinn) Happy Thanksgiving from FANTI!

This week hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill welcome a long time friend of the show, film executive Mychael Chinn!. They catch up with Mychael and talk about family tradition, give our hot takes on what the most underrated dish on the Thanksgiving table is, and play a very special game of FANTI flashback trivia.

Share your thoughts on what you love about the show with us! Speakpipe.com/FANTI

Our Sponsors This Week

Museum of Flight  “A Queer History of Aerospace” is a new audio miniseries from The Museum of Flight premiering October 24th, It explores the ways the LGBTQ+ community has shaped aviation and space exploration, and the ways the industry has impacted LGBTQ+ community. The ultimate goal is to encourage people who have been left off museum walls of the largest private, non-profit air and space museum in the world, to share their own histories.

Listen at museumofflight.org/podcast or search “The Flight Deck” on your favorite podcatcher. New episodes every Tuesday!

Plugs

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Happy Thanksgiving from FANTI!

This week hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill welcome a long time friend of the show, film executive Mychael Chinn!. They catch up with Mychael and talk about family tradition, give our hot takes on what the most underrated dish on the Thanksgiving table is, and play a very special game of FANTI flashback trivia.

Share your thoughts on what you love about the show with us! Speakpipe.com/FANTI

Our Sponsors This Week

Museum of Flight  “A Queer History of Aerospace” is a new audio miniseries from The Museum of Flight premiering October 24th, It explores the ways the LGBTQ+ community has shaped aviation and space exploration, and the ways the industry has impacted LGBTQ+ community. The ultimate goal is to encourage people who have been left off museum walls of the largest private, non-profit air and space museum in the world, to share their own histories.

Listen at museumofflight.org/podcast or search “The Flight Deck” on your favorite podcatcher. New episodes every Tuesday!

Plugs

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

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@FANTIpodcast

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]]> It’s Giving, Friends (ft. Mychael Chinn) Maximum Fun 00:43:29 This week hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill welcome a long time friend of the show, film executive Mychael Chinn!. They catch up with Mychael and talk about family tradition, give our hot takes on what the most underrated dish on the Thanksgiving table is, and play a very special game of FANTI flashback trivia. This week hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill welcome a long time friend of the show, film executive Mychael Chinn!. They catch up with Mychael and talk about family tradition, give our hot takes on what the most underrated dish on the Thanksgiving table is, and play a very special game of FANTI flashback trivia. historically black phrases, noah’s arc, family gathering, food, soul food, tradition, bbq, heist 88, thanksgiving true full 198 6a0aaf1e-1aac-4a9e-829b-4f3dfc742fae Multi-hyphenate-ing: Jackée Of All Trades (ft. Nina Parker) This week, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the pros and cons of having a multi-faceted multi-hyphen career with the help of television journalist and fashion designer, Nina Parker. We get into Nina’s career, overcoming failure, and how she juggles multiple passions all at once. But first, our hosts discuss Keke Palmer’s legal battle with her son’s father.

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Charles Jackson French

DIS/Honorable Mentions

jh:

HM: Victoria Monet’s  7 Grammy Noms (Candice Benbow’s thread on Victoria)   &  Coco Jones’ 5 Grammy Noms

HM: Kirk Franklin Reunion Tour

HM: Keith Boykin, All Lives Matter

TA:

HM: The Big Holiday Food Fight hosted by Kym Whitley on Max (2021)

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]]> Thu, 16 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the pros and cons of having a multi-faceted multi-hyphen career with the help of television journalist and fashion designer, Nina Parker. We get into Nina’s career, overcoming failure, and how she juggles multiple passions all at once. But first, our hosts discuss Keke Palmer’s legal battle with her son’s father.

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Charles Jackson French

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jh:

HM: Victoria Monet’s  7 Grammy Noms (Candice Benbow’s thread on Victoria)   &  Coco Jones’ 5 Grammy Noms

HM: Kirk Franklin Reunion Tour

HM: Keith Boykin, All Lives Matter

TA:

HM: The Big Holiday Food Fight hosted by Kym Whitley on Max (2021)

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Listen at museumofflight.org/podcast or search “The Flight Deck” on your favorite podcatcher. New episodes every Tuesday!

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]]> Multi-hyphenate-ing: Jackée Of All Trades (ft. Nina Parker) Maximum Fun 00:52:16 This week, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the pros and cons of having a multi-faceted multi-hyphen career with the help of television journalist and fashion designer, Nina Parker. We get into Nina’s career, overcoming failure, and how she juggles multiple passions all at once. But first, our hosts discuss Keke Palmer’s legal battle with her son’s father. This week, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the pros and cons of having a multi-faceted multi-hyphen career with the help of television journalist and fashion designer, Nina Parker. We get into Nina’s career, overcoming failure, and how she juggles multiple passions all at once. But first, our hosts discuss Keke Palmer’s legal battle with her son’s father. historically black phrases, victoria monet, multi-hyphen, charles jackson french, rustin, veteran’s day, coco jones, e!, nina parker, we see each other, keith boykin, baby it’s keke palmer, macys, keke palmer, kirk franklin reunion tour, domestic violence, nightly pop! true full 197 ebde9442-00e4-43b0-9c55-26a3e82d7eea Get Somebody Else To Do It This week, Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill get into the complex & complicado of navigating unprecedented times. Between homophobic politicians, Trump, and global warfare, how do we find the strength to  keep on fighting the good fight? But first, our hosts discuss Tiffany “New York '' Pollard's read of the century on House of Villains.

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Alexa Canady

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jh: 

Beyond The Mic hosted by Clay Cane & Reecie Colbert

Rustin with Coleman Domingo

World of Wonders’ new show Sissy That Psyche.

TA:

HM: Big Brother Finale

HM: James Rogers’ Virtual Big Brother Live

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“A Queer History of Aerospace” is a new audio miniseries from The Museum of Flight premiering October 24th, It explores the ways the LGBTQ+ community has shaped aviation and space exploration, and the ways the industry has impacted LGBTQ+ community. The ultimate goal is to encourage people who have been left off museum walls of the largest private, non-profit air and space museum in the world, to share their own histories. 

Listen at museumofflight.org/podcast or search “The Flight Deck” on your favorite podcatcher. New episodes every Tuesday! 

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]]> Thu, 9 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill get into the complex & complicado of navigating unprecedented times. Between homophobic politicians, Trump, and global warfare, how do we find the strength to  keep on fighting the good fight? But first, our hosts discuss Tiffany “New York '' Pollard's read of the century on House of Villains.

Share your thoughts on what you love about the show with us! Speakpipe.com/FANTI

Mentioned In This Episode

Alexa Canady

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jh: 

Beyond The Mic hosted by Clay Cane & Reecie Colbert

Rustin with Coleman Domingo

World of Wonders’ new show Sissy That Psyche.

TA:

HM: Big Brother Finale

HM: James Rogers’ Virtual Big Brother Live

Our Sponsors This Week

Museum of Flight 

“A Queer History of Aerospace” is a new audio miniseries from The Museum of Flight premiering October 24th, It explores the ways the LGBTQ+ community has shaped aviation and space exploration, and the ways the industry has impacted LGBTQ+ community. The ultimate goal is to encourage people who have been left off museum walls of the largest private, non-profit air and space museum in the world, to share their own histories. 

Listen at museumofflight.org/podcast or search “The Flight Deck” on your favorite podcatcher. New episodes every Tuesday! 

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We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

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]]> Get Somebody Else To Do It Maximum Fun 00:52:18 This week, Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill get into the complex & complicado of navigating unprecedented times. Between homophobic politicians, Trump, and global warfare, how do we find the strength to keep on fighting the good fight? But first, our hosts discuss Tiffany “New York '' Pollard's read of the century on House of Villains. This week, Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill get into the complex & complicado of navigating unprecedented times. Between homophobic politicians, Trump, and global warfare, how do we find the strength to keep on fighting the good fight? But first, our hosts discuss Tiffany “New York '' Pollard's read of the century on House of Villains. alexa canady, unprecedented times, copaganda, big brother, donald trump, sissy psyche, new york, house of villains, tiffany pollard, omarosa, cnn, idf, msnbc, gaza, joe biden true full 196 665aa6c3-6819-40c0-ac41-04d765b8d902 Hear Me Out: The Kardashians (ft. Amber Abundance & Archie Jay) Did you think we’d wrap up the show without giving The Kardashians the FANTI treatment? This week, jarrett & Tre’vell enlist the help of guests Amber Abundance and Archie Jay (Archie: The Podcast) to get into the impact that the family empire has had on the culture–beauty and femininity, media, and especially, the Black community. But first, a Pass The Popcorn segment on Flava Flav’s national anthem performance at the Milwaukee timberwolves basketball game. 

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Flava Flav 

Diego La Velle Cevallos-Garzon

DIS/Honorable Mentions

jh:

HM: Jon Batiste turning Beethoven into Blues

HM: Taking On Taylor Swift (MAX Original)

HM:Jordie Rae interview on “Do I Know You?” 

hm: Cumin. Yes, the spice.. 

TA

HM: The documentaries, Silver Dollar Road and After Sherman 

HM: gOD Talk documentary

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Museum of Flight 

“A Queer History of Aerospace” is a new audio miniseries from The Museum of Flight premiering October 24th, It explores the ways the LGBTQ+ community has shaped aviation and space exploration, and the ways the industry has impacted LGBTQ+ community. The ultimate goal is to encourage people who have been left off museum walls of the largest private, non-profit air and space museum in the world, to share their own histories. 

Listen at museumofflight.org/podcast or search “The Flight Deck” on your favorite podcatcher. New episode every Tuesday beginning 

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]]> Thu, 2 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Did you think we’d wrap up the show without giving The Kardashians the FANTI treatment? This week, jarrett & Tre’vell enlist the help of guests Amber Abundance and Archie Jay (Archie: The Podcast) to get into the impact that the family empire has had on the culture–beauty and femininity, media, and especially, the Black community. But first, a Pass The Popcorn segment on Flava Flav’s national anthem performance at the Milwaukee timberwolves basketball game. 

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Mentioned In This Episode

Flava Flav 

Diego La Velle Cevallos-Garzon

DIS/Honorable Mentions

jh:

HM: Jon Batiste turning Beethoven into Blues

HM: Taking On Taylor Swift (MAX Original)

HM:Jordie Rae interview on “Do I Know You?” 

hm: Cumin. Yes, the spice.. 

TA

HM: The documentaries, Silver Dollar Road and After Sherman 

HM: gOD Talk documentary

Our Sponsors This Week

Museum of Flight 

“A Queer History of Aerospace” is a new audio miniseries from The Museum of Flight premiering October 24th, It explores the ways the LGBTQ+ community has shaped aviation and space exploration, and the ways the industry has impacted LGBTQ+ community. The ultimate goal is to encourage people who have been left off museum walls of the largest private, non-profit air and space museum in the world, to share their own histories. 

Listen at museumofflight.org/podcast or search “The Flight Deck” on your favorite podcatcher. New episode every Tuesday beginning 

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]]> Hear Me Out: The Kardashians (ft. Amber Abundance & Archie Jay) Maximum Fun 01:03:17 Did you think we’d wrap up the show without giving The Kardashians the FANTI treatment? This week, jarrett & Tre’vell enlist the help of guests Amber Abundance and Archie Jay (Archie: The Podcast) to get into the impact that the family empire has had on the culture–beauty and femininity, media, and especially, the Black community. But first, a Pass The Popcorn segment on Flava Flav’s national anthem performance at the Milwaukee timberwolves basketball game. Did you think we’d wrap up the show without giving The Kardashians the FANTI treatment? This week, jarrett & Tre’vell enlist the help of guests Amber Abundance and Archie Jay (Archie: The Podcast) to get into the impact that the family empire has had on the culture–beauty and femininity, media, and especially, the Black community. But first, a Pass The Popcorn segment on Flava Flav’s national anthem performance at the Milwaukee timberwolves basketball game. taylor swift, kim kardashian, nba, god talk documentary, the kardashians, after sherman, milwaukee bucks, the bachelor, julia fox, kris, jordie rae, tristan thompson, khloe kardashian, silver dollar road, flava flav, reality tv, 2000s pop culture, jon batiste true full 194 ed1dabdc-ee01-4743-8e8e-880880563b8b Halloween: "Gay Christmas?" (ft. Ryan Mitchell and Jarrett Lucas) On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson highlight Halloween with  special guests and FANTI vets, Executive Director of The Stonewall Community Foundation, Jarrett Lucas and cultural commentator, Ryan Mitchell. They discuss their experiences with Halloween through a religious lens, how the holiday is inherently queer, and inclusivity for plus size costumes. But first, a word on what’s happening in Gaza.

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Mentioned In This Episode 

Tre’vell Anderson in Out100

Okay Allies, Now Let’s Get in Formation! (ft. Jarrett Lucas)

Colorism: White Supremacy’s Stank Ass Grandchild (ft. Jarrett Lucas)

Black, Queer and Visible (ft. Ryan Mitchell)

Daytime Talk Is the New Black (ft. Shar Jossell & Ryan Mitchell)

Hallelujahween!?

Hallelujaween Part Two: Black Horror (ft. Professor Tananarive Due)

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Zainab Johnson, Hijabs Off

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Refresh your healthy habits without missing a beat. Choose from 34+ weekly flavor-packed, dietitian-approved meals, ready to eat in 2 minutes. 

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And to all the LA folks, you can now shop Brooklinen’s sheets, towels and more in person at their Santa Monica store.

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]]> Thu, 26 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson highlight Halloween with  special guests and FANTI vets, Executive Director of The Stonewall Community Foundation, Jarrett Lucas and cultural commentator, Ryan Mitchell. They discuss their experiences with Halloween through a religious lens, how the holiday is inherently queer, and inclusivity for plus size costumes. But first, a word on what’s happening in Gaza.

Share your thoughts on what you love about the show with us! Speakpipe.com/FANTI

Mentioned In This Episode 

Tre’vell Anderson in Out100

Okay Allies, Now Let’s Get in Formation! (ft. Jarrett Lucas)

Colorism: White Supremacy’s Stank Ass Grandchild (ft. Jarrett Lucas)

Black, Queer and Visible (ft. Ryan Mitchell)

Daytime Talk Is the New Black (ft. Shar Jossell & Ryan Mitchell)

Hallelujahween!?

Hallelujaween Part Two: Black Horror (ft. Professor Tananarive Due)

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Zainab Johnson, Hijabs Off

Our Sponsors This Week

Factor

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Refresh your healthy habits without missing a beat. Choose from 34+ weekly flavor-packed, dietitian-approved meals, ready to eat in 2 minutes. 

Head to factormeals.com/FANTI50 and use code fanti50 to get 50% off. That’s code fanti50 at factormeals.com/FANTI50 to get 50% off!

Brooklinen

Brooklinen makes shifting seasons something to look forward to. Find everything you need for a home refresh, with award-winning sheets, comforters, and all the accessories in between.

And to all the LA folks, you can now shop Brooklinen’s sheets, towels and more in person at their Santa Monica store.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners will get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100 or more by using the code FANTI. 

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]]> Halloween: "Gay Christmas?" (ft. Ryan Mitchell and Jarrett Lucas) Maximum Fun 01:06:08 On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson highlight Halloween with special guests and FANTI vets, Executive Director of The Stonewall Community Foundation, Jarrett Lucas and cultural commentator, Ryan Mitchell. They discuss their experiences with Halloween through a religious lens, how the holiday is inherently queer, and inclusivity for plus size costumes. But first, a word on what’s happening in Gaza. On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson highlight Halloween with special guests and FANTI vets, Executive Director of The Stonewall Community Foundation, Jarrett Lucas and cultural commentator, Ryan Mitchell. They discuss their experiences with Halloween through a religious lens, how the holiday is inherently queer, and inclusivity for plus size costumes. But first, a word on what’s happening in Gaza. gay christmas, size inclusivity, halloween, out 100, biden, powerpuff girls, fifth element, ivy park, harry potter, drag, charmed, pentecostal, him, jehovah’s witness, israel, halloweentown, palestine true full 193 c56029c0-9f61-445d-85b0-8e63635ab832 The Vulnerabilities of Visibility (ft. Dr. Dyette) This week jarrett and Tre'vell welcome psychologist Dr. Dyette to the show to get into some of the downsides of representation. They discuss the impact it has on marginalized communities, the roles Black actors are offered, and how jokes online can lead to death threats. But first, A Pass The Popcorn segment on Will and Jada, followed by a very important message from our hosts you don’t want to miss.

Share your thoughts with FANTI! hit us up at speakpipe.com/FANTI

Mentioned on the episode 

Simone Biles 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Laura Coates debut night on CNN

TA

HM: Black Fat Femme pod liveshow

Our Sponsors This Week

Museum of Flight 

“A Queer History of Aerospace” is a new audio miniseries from The Museum of Flight premiering October 24th, It explores the ways the LGBTQ+ community has shaped aviation and space exploration, and the ways the industry has impacted LGBTQ+ community. The ultimate goal is to encourage people who have been left off museum walls of the largest private, non-profit air and space museum in the world, to share their own histories. Listen at museumofflight.org/podcast or search “The Flight Deck” on your favorite podcatcher. New episode every Tuesday beginning October 24.

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]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week jarrett and Tre'vell welcome psychologist Dr. Dyette to the show to get into some of the downsides of representation. They discuss the impact it has on marginalized communities, the roles Black actors are offered, and how jokes online can lead to death threats. But first, A Pass The Popcorn segment on Will and Jada, followed by a very important message from our hosts you don’t want to miss.

Share your thoughts with FANTI! hit us up at speakpipe.com/FANTI

Mentioned on the episode 

Simone Biles 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Laura Coates debut night on CNN

TA

HM: Black Fat Femme pod liveshow

Our Sponsors This Week

Museum of Flight 

“A Queer History of Aerospace” is a new audio miniseries from The Museum of Flight premiering October 24th, It explores the ways the LGBTQ+ community has shaped aviation and space exploration, and the ways the industry has impacted LGBTQ+ community. The ultimate goal is to encourage people who have been left off museum walls of the largest private, non-profit air and space museum in the world, to share their own histories. Listen at museumofflight.org/podcast or search “The Flight Deck” on your favorite podcatcher. New episode every Tuesday beginning October 24.

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> The Vulnerabilities of Visibility (ft. Dr. Dyette) Maximum Fun 00:59:11 This week jarrett and Tre'vell welcome psychologist Dr. Dyette to the show to get into some of the downsides of representation. They discuss the impact it has on marginalized communities, the roles Black actors are offered, and how jokes online can lead to death threats. But first, A Pass The Popcorn segment on Will and Jada, followed by a very important message from our hosts you don’t want to miss. This week jarrett and Tre'vell welcome psychologist Dr. Dyette to the show to get into some of the downsides of representation. They discuss the impact it has on marginalized communities, the roles Black actors are offered, and how jokes online can lead to death threats. But first, A Pass The Popcorn segment on Will and Jada, followed by a very important message from our hosts you don’t want to miss. representation, jada pinkett smith, copaganda, black fat femme pod, black love, simone biles, will smith, alicia keys true full 192 9fd09806-f0e3-49b3-9a20-6c8bd1024918 WSEO - Let's Hear It For The Boys (ft. Brian Michael Smith) This week, FANTI brings you another special installment of We See Each Other: The Podcast. We’ll be back next week to give you the usual good good! 

On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell speak with actor, Brian Michael Smith.The star shares how he is now able to bring all sides of himself to the table as an actor. But first, our hosts discuss masc representation in media, or rather the lack thereof. With cis women actors playing transmasculine characters as the norm back in the day, like Hilary Swank in Boys Don’t Cry, our hosts discuss how this practice creates further confusion and harm into the trans conversation. Then later, we Pass The Mic to our everyday trans siblings and get a lesson on transmasculine activist and civil rights pioneer, Pauli Murray.

Find us on IG: @Slayzhon

You can buy We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV & Film the book wherever books are sold

Mentioned in the Show

Dr. Kortney Ziegler

Still Black: A Portrait of Black Transmen

Soldier’s Girl

Laith Ashley

Strut 

Isis King

Queen Sugar

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Producer: Palmira Muniz

Senior Producer: Laura Swisher

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Never Ending Nina

We See Each Other: The Podcast is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

This podcast is supported by Critical Minded, an initiative to invest in cultural critics of color co founded by The Nathan Cummings Foundation and The Ford Foundation. It’s a production of Slayzhon and Maximum Fun! 

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, FANTI brings you another special installment of We See Each Other: The Podcast. We’ll be back next week to give you the usual good good! 

On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell speak with actor, Brian Michael Smith.The star shares how he is now able to bring all sides of himself to the table as an actor. But first, our hosts discuss masc representation in media, or rather the lack thereof. With cis women actors playing transmasculine characters as the norm back in the day, like Hilary Swank in Boys Don’t Cry, our hosts discuss how this practice creates further confusion and harm into the trans conversation. Then later, we Pass The Mic to our everyday trans siblings and get a lesson on transmasculine activist and civil rights pioneer, Pauli Murray.

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Dr. Kortney Ziegler

Still Black: A Portrait of Black Transmen

Soldier’s Girl

Laith Ashley

Strut 

Isis King

Queen Sugar

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Producer: Palmira Muniz

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

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]]> WSEO - Let's Hear It For The Boys (ft. Brian Michael Smith) Maximum Fun 00:49:37 This week, FANTI brings you another special installment of We See Each Other: The Podcast. We’ll be back next week to give you the usual good good! On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell speak with actor, Brian Michael Smith.The star shares how he is now able to bring all sides of himself to the table as an actor. But first, our hosts discuss masc representation in media, or rather the lack thereof. With cis women actors playing transmasculine characters as the norm back in the day, like Hilary Swank in Boys Don’t Cry, our hosts discuss how this practice creates further confusion and harm into the trans conversation. Then later, we Pass The Mic to our everyday trans siblings and get a lesson on transmasculine activist and civil rights pioneer, Pauli Murray. This week, FANTI brings you another special installment of We See Each Other: The Podcast. We’ll be back next week to give you the usual good good! On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell speak with actor, Brian Michael Smith.The star shares how he is now able to bring all sides of himself to the table as an actor. But first, our hosts discuss masc representation in media, or rather the lack thereof. With cis women actors playing transmasculine characters as the norm back in the day, like Hilary Swank in Boys Don’t Cry, our hosts discuss how this practice creates further confusion and harm into the trans conversation. Then later, we Pass The Mic to our everyday trans siblings and get a lesson on transmasculine activist and civil rights pioneer, Pauli Murray. toine wilkins, just one of the guys, anti-trans legislation, laith ashley, pauli murray, laverne cox, still black, queen sugar, she’s the man, the watermelon woman, ava duvernay, gender nonconformity, brandon teena, transgender, cheryl dunye, dr. kortney ziegler, black is blue, amanda bynes, mulan, trans, boys don’t cry, studs, orange is the new black, trans men, brian michael smith, trans man, kingston farady, selma true full 191 9ac7d8bd-7c39-4aa6-8014-e22ef56730fe Crashing Hip Hop’s 50th Birthday Party (ft Sesali Bowen & "Prince" Pierre Phipps) On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill celebrate Hip Hop’s 50th! Special guests, Purse First Podcast hosts Sesali Bowen & "Prince" Pierre Phipps, discuss the very moment they both fell in love with the genre, the journey of the queer rap world, and what is missing from the hip hop culture conversation. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh: 

DM: Love is Blind and how they treated Uche

hm: Avery Wilson, “Kiss The Sky”

hm: Dr. Anita Phillips, trauma therapist and preacher

hm: Mykal Kilgore

Plugs

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]]> Thu, 5 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill celebrate Hip Hop’s 50th! Special guests, Purse First Podcast hosts Sesali Bowen & "Prince" Pierre Phipps, discuss the very moment they both fell in love with the genre, the journey of the queer rap world, and what is missing from the hip hop culture conversation. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh: 

DM: Love is Blind and how they treated Uche

hm: Avery Wilson, “Kiss The Sky”

hm: Dr. Anita Phillips, trauma therapist and preacher

hm: Mykal Kilgore

Plugs

Historically Black Phrases Live! @ 1010Wine on 0ct. 8th

Our Sponsors This Week

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Brooklinen makes shifting seasons something to look forward to. Find everything you need for a home refresh, with award-winning sheets, comforters, and all the accessories in between.

And to all the LA folks, you can now shop Brooklinen’s sheets, towels and more in person at their Santa Monica store.

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Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> Crashing Hip Hop’s 50th Birthday Party (ft Sesali Bowen & "Prince" Pierre Phipps) Maximum Fun 01:06:00 On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill celebrate Hip Hop’s 50th! Special guests, Purse First Podcast hosts Sesali Bowen & "Prince" Pierre Phipps, discuss the very moment they both fell in love with the genre, the journey of the queer rap world, and what is missing from the hip hop culture conversation. On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill celebrate Hip Hop’s 50th! Special guests, Purse First Podcast hosts Sesali Bowen & "Prince" Pierre Phipps, discuss the very moment they both fell in love with the genre, the journey of the queer rap world, and what is missing from the hip hop culture conversation. kirk franklin, avery wilson, cooptober, purse first, cardi b, kirk stomp, trina, the freaky boys, juke box, love is blind, hip hop fashion, kiss the sky, nicki minaj, gucci mane true full 190 e51d53c1-94f5-47e9-87bf-1ca5e26e434b Ursher, Baby! On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss their mixed feelings about Usher performing at this year’s Super Bowl. The timing might be perfect but is it pandering to Black audiences considering what the community has gone through over the last few years? But first, a pass the popcorn segment on Tyler Perry’s relationship advice to Black women and other cishetero nonsense.

Mentioned In The Episode

Lester Young

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: “Meet the Black Gay Partners Preserving Harriet Tubman’s Ancestral Land”, Donna Dear and Paulette Greene

TA:

HM: Fanti Fam-ers and WAD squaders who showed up in Boston, All She Wrote book store, and The Christian United Methodist Church

PLUGS:

A Word With Jason Johnson

Historically Black Phrases 

We See Each Other: The Podcast and We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

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@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss their mixed feelings about Usher performing at this year’s Super Bowl. The timing might be perfect but is it pandering to Black audiences considering what the community has gone through over the last few years? But first, a pass the popcorn segment on Tyler Perry’s relationship advice to Black women and other cishetero nonsense.

Mentioned In The Episode

Lester Young

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: “Meet the Black Gay Partners Preserving Harriet Tubman’s Ancestral Land”, Donna Dear and Paulette Greene

TA:

HM: Fanti Fam-ers and WAD squaders who showed up in Boston, All She Wrote book store, and The Christian United Methodist Church

PLUGS:

A Word With Jason Johnson

Historically Black Phrases 

We See Each Other: The Podcast and We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film

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@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Ursher, Baby! Maximum Fun 00:56:36 On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss their mixed feelings about Usher performing at this year’s Super Bowl. The timing might be perfect but is it pandering to Black audiences considering what the community has gone through over the last few years? But first, a pass the popcorn segment on Tyler Perry’s relationship advice to Black women and other cishetero nonsense. On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss their mixed feelings about Usher performing at this year’s Super Bowl. The timing might be perfect but is it pandering to Black audiences considering what the community has gone through over the last few years? But first, a pass the popcorn segment on Tyler Perry’s relationship advice to Black women and other cishetero nonsense. taylor swift, historically black phrases, usher, bruno mars, diary of a mad black woman, aave, superbowl, cool, jazz, coldplay, nfl, beyonce, rihanna, lester young, roc nation, keke palmer, tyler perry true full 189 6798e414-016a-41c4-89ab-d86608e079eb Historically Black Phrases (ft. Dara Sanderson) On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome CEO of Dictionary.Com, Dara Sanderson, to discuss Black American Language. They discuss code switching, how Black culture influences language, and jarrett and Tre’vell’s new book, Historically Black Phrases (Out Now!) 

Then later, our hosts respond to a letter from a listener who shares their experience with Digital Blackface in the workplace, in response to last week’s episode about non - Black people using Black gifs and memes way too often.

Mentioned In This Episode 

Gwen Ifill 

Historically Black Phrases 

DIS/Honorable Mentions: 

TA: 

Project Runway contestant winner, Bishme

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]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome CEO of Dictionary.Com, Dara Sanderson, to discuss Black American Language. They discuss code switching, how Black culture influences language, and jarrett and Tre’vell’s new book, Historically Black Phrases (Out Now!) 

Then later, our hosts respond to a letter from a listener who shares their experience with Digital Blackface in the workplace, in response to last week’s episode about non - Black people using Black gifs and memes way too often.

Mentioned In This Episode 

Gwen Ifill 

Historically Black Phrases 

DIS/Honorable Mentions: 

TA: 

Project Runway contestant winner, Bishme

Our Sponsors This Week

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Music: Cor.ece

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]]> Historically Black Phrases (ft. Dara Sanderson) Maximum Fun 00:56:00 On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome CEO of Dictionary.Com, Dara Sanderson, to discuss Black American Language. They discuss code switching, how Black culture influences language, and jarrett and Tre’vell’s new book, Historically Black Phrases (Out Now!) Then later, our hosts respond to a letter from a listener who shares their experience with Digital Blackface in the workplace, in response to last week’s episode about non - Black people using Black gifs and memes way too often. On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome CEO of Dictionary.Com, Dara Sanderson, to discuss Black American Language. They discuss code switching, how Black culture influences language, and jarrett and Tre’vell’s new book, Historically Black Phrases (Out Now!) Then later, our hosts respond to a letter from a listener who shares their experience with Digital Blackface in the workplace, in response to last week’s episode about non - Black people using Black gifs and memes way too often. historically black phrases, celebrity big brother, aave, big brother, dictionary.com, gwen ifell, code switching, wendy williams, we see each other, project runway, word of the day, tea, black american language true full 188 73dbd70b-706a-48c9-9891-e8ff8cac0d16 What You Laughin’ At Tho? On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson discuss “Digital Blackface”, such as when white people use gifs of Nene Leakes as a form of their own self-expression. Our hosts pose the question, what, exactly, is the motivation behind a white person’s decision to express themselves using Black or non-white digital media online?

But first, a sneak peek into jarrett and Tre’vell’s newest book, Historically Black Phrases, dropping September 19th. 

Mentioned In This Episode 

Historically Black Phrases

Ann Lowe

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jh:

HM: Living Single 30th Anniversary

(Correction:jarrett mentions the show LIVING SINGLE being based on the show FRIENDS - he means the other way around.)

HM: Sarah Jakes Roberts, Women Evolve

TA:

DH: Delta Airlines 

Plugs

Book release event for Historically Black Phrases in Los Angles 

FANTI on Dictionary.com! 

We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV and Film event in Boston

Our Sponsors This Week

Brooklinen

Brooklinen makes shifting seasons something to look forward to. Find everything you need for a home refresh, with award-winning sheets, comforters, and all the accessories in between.

And to all the LA folks, you can now shop Brooklinen’s sheets, towels and more in person at their Santa Monica store.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners will get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100 or more by using the code FANTI.  

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]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson discuss “Digital Blackface”, such as when white people use gifs of Nene Leakes as a form of their own self-expression. Our hosts pose the question, what, exactly, is the motivation behind a white person’s decision to express themselves using Black or non-white digital media online?

But first, a sneak peek into jarrett and Tre’vell’s newest book, Historically Black Phrases, dropping September 19th. 

Mentioned In This Episode 

Historically Black Phrases

Ann Lowe

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jh:

HM: Living Single 30th Anniversary

(Correction:jarrett mentions the show LIVING SINGLE being based on the show FRIENDS - he means the other way around.)

HM: Sarah Jakes Roberts, Women Evolve

TA:

DH: Delta Airlines 

Plugs

Book release event for Historically Black Phrases in Los Angles 

FANTI on Dictionary.com! 

We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV and Film event in Boston

Our Sponsors This Week

Brooklinen

Brooklinen makes shifting seasons something to look forward to. Find everything you need for a home refresh, with award-winning sheets, comforters, and all the accessories in between.

And to all the LA folks, you can now shop Brooklinen’s sheets, towels and more in person at their Santa Monica store.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners will get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100 or more by using the code FANTI.  

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@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> What You Laughin’ At Tho? Maximum Fun 01:05:15 On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson discuss “Digital Blackface”, such as when white people use gifs of Nene Leakes as a form of their own self-expression. Our hosts pose the question, what, exactly, is the motivation behind a white person’s decision to express themselves using Black or non-white digital media online? But first, a sneak peek into jarrett and Tre’vell’s newest book, Historically Black Phrases, dropping September 19th. On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson discuss “Digital Blackface”, such as when white people use gifs of Nene Leakes as a form of their own self-expression. Our hosts pose the question, what, exactly, is the motivation behind a white person’s decision to express themselves using Black or non-white digital media online? But first, a sneak peek into jarrett and Tre’vell’s newest book, Historically Black Phrases, dropping September 19th. tubi, winterthur museum garden and library, teen vogue, aave, ball room, living single, drag, ann lowe, ann lowe, npc, historically black phrases digital blackface, gifs, delta airlines, black church, nyfw, washington post, pinkydoll true full 187 f64f913e-af5e-4e5c-92da-afe7aaa021b8 Since We’ve Been Gone Back from break, hosts j & t cover the hot topics they missed while they were away: Montgomery Brawl, Trump’s indictment, and Lizzo getting sued. Then later, our hosts recollect themselves after Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour in DisHonorable Mentions. But first, a sneak peek into jarrett and Tre’vell’s newest book, Historically Black Phrases, dropping September 19.

Mentioned In This Episode

Textured Waves

Historically Black Phrases

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour

Jh: 

HM: Nicole Liggins, Bestie who took jarrett to see Beyonce

Yolo Akili Robinson,Black Healing Remixed

Victoria Monét, Jaguar II 

Amber Abundance, The Color Purple

TA 

HM: Tennessee State is the first historically Black college and university to create a Division I hockey program 

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

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]]> Thu, 7 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Back from break, hosts j & t cover the hot topics they missed while they were away: Montgomery Brawl, Trump’s indictment, and Lizzo getting sued. Then later, our hosts recollect themselves after Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour in DisHonorable Mentions. But first, a sneak peek into jarrett and Tre’vell’s newest book, Historically Black Phrases, dropping September 19.

Mentioned In This Episode

Textured Waves

Historically Black Phrases

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour

Jh: 

HM: Nicole Liggins, Bestie who took jarrett to see Beyonce

Yolo Akili Robinson,Black Healing Remixed

Victoria Monét, Jaguar II 

Amber Abundance, The Color Purple

TA 

HM: Tennessee State is the first historically Black college and university to create a Division I hockey program 

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@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Since We’ve Been Gone Maximum Fun 00:52:03 Back from break, hosts j & t cover the hot topics they missed while they were away: Montgomery Brawl, Trump’s indictment, and Lizzo getting sued. Then later, our hosts recollect themselves after Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour in DisHonorable Mentions. But first, a sneak peek into jarrett and Tre’vell’s newest book, Historically Black Phrases, dropping September 19. Back from break, hosts j & t cover the hot topics they missed while they were away: Montgomery Brawl, Trump’s indictment, and Lizzo getting sued. Then later, our hosts recollect themselves after Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour in DisHonorable Mentions. But first, a sneak peek into jarrett and Tre’vell’s newest book, Historically Black Phrases, dropping September 19. historically black phrases, lizzo, montgomery, renaissance world tour, indictment, queen sugar, beyoncé, alabama, am yoga, red white & royal blue, ncuti gatwa, textured waves, fatal attraction, fatphobia, trump, renaissance, arianna elizabeth challenge, rwt true full 186 e9a91e0f-5c28-4260-a189-16f802e2661a The Swim Episode (ft. Paulana Lamonier and Jordan Hunter) The long-awaiting Aquatics Episode is finally here! After much hand wringing and consternation, hosts jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson have FINALLY taken the plunge! Dive with them into the deep end as they take their very first swim lessons in beautiful Baldwin Hills. To prepare them for the big day, they speak with Paulana Lamonier, the founder of Black People Will Swim, and get some insight on what Paulana calls, “the only sport that can save your life.” And later, Founder of Legacy Aquatics and swim instructor, Jordan Hunter, works to help our hosts build a proper swimming foundation: breathing, kicking and floating. Will he make swimmers out of them? Find out!

This episode is for ALL our FANTI listeners - but do you wanna get into the deep end of extra footage and actually see jarrett and Tre’vell learn to swim? Become a MaximumFun member today! Go to maximumfun.org/join, select FANTI to sponsor, and get access to tons of bonus content! 

Mentioned In This Episode 

Black People Will Swim

Legacy Aquatics 

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]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ The long-awaiting Aquatics Episode is finally here! After much hand wringing and consternation, hosts jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson have FINALLY taken the plunge! Dive with them into the deep end as they take their very first swim lessons in beautiful Baldwin Hills. To prepare them for the big day, they speak with Paulana Lamonier, the founder of Black People Will Swim, and get some insight on what Paulana calls, “the only sport that can save your life.” And later, Founder of Legacy Aquatics and swim instructor, Jordan Hunter, works to help our hosts build a proper swimming foundation: breathing, kicking and floating. Will he make swimmers out of them? Find out!

This episode is for ALL our FANTI listeners - but do you wanna get into the deep end of extra footage and actually see jarrett and Tre’vell learn to swim? Become a MaximumFun member today! Go to maximumfun.org/join, select FANTI to sponsor, and get access to tons of bonus content! 

Mentioned In This Episode 

Black People Will Swim

Legacy Aquatics 

Our Sponsors This Week

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]]> The Swim Episode (ft. Paulana Lamonier and Jordan Hunter) Maximum Fun 01:17:31 The long-awaiting Aquatics Episode is finally here! After much hand wringing and consternation, hosts jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson have FINALLY taken the plunge! Dive with them into the deep end as they take their very first swim lessons in beautiful Baldwin Hills. To prepare them for the big day, they speak with Paulana Lamonier, the founder of Black People Will Swim, and get some insight on what Paulana calls, “the only sport that can save your life.” And later, Founder of Legacy Aquatics and swim instructor, Jordan Hunter, works to help our hosts build a proper swimming foundation: breathing, kicking and floating. Will he make swimmers out of them? Find out! This episode is for ALL our FANTI listeners - but do you wanna get into the deep end of extra footage and actually see jarrett and Tre’vell learn to swim? Become a MaximumFun member today! Go to maximumfun.org/join, select FANTI to sponsor, and get access to tons of bonus content! The long-awaiting Aquatics Episode is finally here! After much hand wringing and consternation, hosts jarrett hill and Tre'vell Anderson have FINALLY taken the plunge! Dive with them into the deep end as they take their very first swim lessons in beautiful Baldwin Hills. To prepare them for the big day, they speak with Paulana Lamonier, the founder of Black People Will Swim, and get some insight on what Paulana calls, “the only sport that can save your life.” And later, Founder of Legacy Aquatics and swim instructor, Jordan Hunter, works to help our hosts build a proper swimming foundation: breathing, kicking and floating. Will he make swimmers out of them? Find out! This episode is for ALL our FANTI listeners - but do you wanna get into the deep end of extra footage and actually see jarrett and Tre’vell learn to swim? Become a MaximumFun member today! Go to maximumfun.org/join, select FANTI to sponsor, and get access to tons of bonus content! maxfundrive, swimming, ebony, essence, legacy aquatics, aquatics, swimply, olympics, baldwin hills, black people will swim true full 185 ca5914e6-53a1-4957-92be-8e9cc48f7df7 WSEO: Indicting Yourself (ft Angelica Ross and Imara Jones) **This week FANTI is passing the mic to We See Each Other: The Podcast while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! 

This week, we have reached the end of the journey with the final episode of We See Each Other: The Podcast. Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome Pose and American Horror Story star, Angelica Ross. She speaks on the state of trans media representation, how comedy has been both a gift and curse for the trans community, and what it means to indict one’s self. Then, our hosts speak with political journalist and host of The Anti - Trans Hate Machine, Imara Jones. Imara speaks on how trans representation in media has changed over time, going from no representation at all to hypervisibility in just the span of a few years. While media representation is still an obstacle, Imara asserts that erasure is the most violent act on the trans community. 

But first, some heartfelt final thoughts in Pass The Mic, where we hear from some community members from the Unique Women Coalition, and a WSEO listener.


Find us on IG: @Slayzhon

We made it easy to share your thoughts. Go to SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther

You can buy We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV & Film the book wherever books are sold

Mentioned in the Show

Chicago’s Kit Kat Lounge

The Anti-Trans Hate Machine podcast

TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones

IG:

@Rayzhon 

@sharsaysso 

@slayzhon (WSEO IG) 

Twitter

@trevellanderson 

@sharssaysso 

@slayzhon 

@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@swishswish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher) 

Music: Neverending Nina (IG @neverendingninanotes)

Producer: Palmira Muniz

Senior Producer: Laura Swisher

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Never Ending Nina

We See Each Other: The Podcast is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

This podcast is supported by Critical Minded, an initiative to invest in cultural critics of color co founded by The Nathan Cummings Foundation and The Ford Foundation. It’s a production of Slayzhon and Maximum Fun! 

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ **This week FANTI is passing the mic to We See Each Other: The Podcast while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! 

This week, we have reached the end of the journey with the final episode of We See Each Other: The Podcast. Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome Pose and American Horror Story star, Angelica Ross. She speaks on the state of trans media representation, how comedy has been both a gift and curse for the trans community, and what it means to indict one’s self. Then, our hosts speak with political journalist and host of The Anti - Trans Hate Machine, Imara Jones. Imara speaks on how trans representation in media has changed over time, going from no representation at all to hypervisibility in just the span of a few years. While media representation is still an obstacle, Imara asserts that erasure is the most violent act on the trans community. 

But first, some heartfelt final thoughts in Pass The Mic, where we hear from some community members from the Unique Women Coalition, and a WSEO listener.


Find us on IG: @Slayzhon

We made it easy to share your thoughts. Go to SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther

You can buy We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV & Film the book wherever books are sold

Mentioned in the Show

Chicago’s Kit Kat Lounge

The Anti-Trans Hate Machine podcast

TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones

IG:

@Rayzhon 

@sharsaysso 

@slayzhon (WSEO IG) 

Twitter

@trevellanderson 

@sharssaysso 

@slayzhon 

@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@swishswish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher) 

Music: Neverending Nina (IG @neverendingninanotes)

Producer: Palmira Muniz

Senior Producer: Laura Swisher

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Never Ending Nina

We See Each Other: The Podcast is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

This podcast is supported by Critical Minded, an initiative to invest in cultural critics of color co founded by The Nathan Cummings Foundation and The Ford Foundation. It’s a production of Slayzhon and Maximum Fun! 

]]> WSEO: Indicting Yourself (ft Angelica Ross and Imara Jones) Maximum Fun 01:28:56 **This week FANTI is passing the mic to We See Each Other: The Podcast while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! This week, we have reached the end of the journey with the final episode of We See Each Other: The Podcast. Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome Pose and American Horror Story star, Angelica Ross. She speaks on the state of trans media representation, how comedy has been both a gift and curse for the trans community, and what it means to indict one’s self. Then, our hosts speak with political journalist and host of The Anti - Trans Hate Machine, Imara Jones. Imara speaks on how trans representation in media has changed over time, going from no representation at all to hypervisibility in just the span of a few years. While media representation is still an obstacle, Imara asserts that erasure is the most violent act on the trans community. But first, some heartfelt final thoughts in Pass The Mic, where we hear from some community members from the Unique Women Coalition, and a WSEO listener. **This week FANTI is passing the mic to We See Each Other: The Podcast while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! This week, we have reached the end of the journey with the final episode of We See Each Other: The Podcast. Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome Pose and American Horror Story star, Angelica Ross. She speaks on the state of trans media representation, how comedy has been both a gift and curse for the trans community, and what it means to indict one’s self. Then, our hosts speak with political journalist and host of The Anti - Trans Hate Machine, Imara Jones. Imara speaks on how trans representation in media has changed over time, going from no representation at all to hypervisibility in just the span of a few years. While media representation is still an obstacle, Imara asserts that erasure is the most violent act on the trans community. But first, some heartfelt final thoughts in Pass The Mic, where we hear from some community members from the Unique Women Coalition, and a WSEO listener. gender affirming care, trans lash media, laverne cox, kit kat lounge, imara jones, pose, american horror story, unique women coalition, halsted street, trans, mimi marks, the anti-trans hate machine, sex work, angelica ross true full 184 a92cd4b0-c2de-46dd-b5cd-dc8aedc256f2 (Don’t) Take Me To Church On this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell talk about church. Can we get an A - THEM?! The hosts examine their experiences growing up in church as baby queers, bringing up the good parts and a lot of the bad. But first, in the wake of Jonathan Majors' arrest on Saturday for alleged domestic assault, our hosts react to the conversations happening online. [Note: this conversation was recorded on Tuesday, March 28th]

Mentioned in this Episode 

Jonathan Majors 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

dm: Plus size fashion (But shout out to TrendyCurvy on combating fatphobia in the fashion world)

hm: Tre’vell, Ray Love, Mary Grace and the whole team of NABJLA

hm: Black guy voice of Siri

TA

HM: Give Them Their Flowers—An Exhibit of Black LGBTQ+ Miami History

DM: Spotify

HM: Trans Week of Visibility and Action

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@Jarrett Hill

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@vivalapalma 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 17 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell talk about church. Can we get an A - THEM?! The hosts examine their experiences growing up in church as baby queers, bringing up the good parts and a lot of the bad. But first, in the wake of Jonathan Majors' arrest on Saturday for alleged domestic assault, our hosts react to the conversations happening online. [Note: this conversation was recorded on Tuesday, March 28th]

Mentioned in this Episode 

Jonathan Majors 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

dm: Plus size fashion (But shout out to TrendyCurvy on combating fatphobia in the fashion world)

hm: Tre’vell, Ray Love, Mary Grace and the whole team of NABJLA

hm: Black guy voice of Siri

TA

HM: Give Them Their Flowers—An Exhibit of Black LGBTQ+ Miami History

DM: Spotify

HM: Trans Week of Visibility and Action

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> (Don’t) Take Me To Church Maximum Fun 01:05:14 We’re revisiting some past episodes while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! On this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell talk about church. Can we get an A - THEM?! The hosts examine their experiences growing up in church as baby gays, and now as out adults. jarrett is attending church again, and in a “state of flow”. Tre’vell has expanded the definition of “church”, and their house of worship has strobe lights. But first, in the wake of Jonathan Majors' arrest on Saturday for alleged domestic assault, our hosts react to the conversations happening online. [Note: this conversation was recorded on Tuesday, March 28th] We’re revisiting some past episodes while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! On this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell talk about church. Can we get an A - THEM?! The hosts examine their experiences growing up in church as baby gays, and now as out adults. jarrett is attending church again, and in a “state of flow”. Tre’vell has expanded the definition of “church”, and their house of worship has strobe lights. But first, in the wake of Jonathan Majors' arrest on Saturday for alleged domestic assault, our hosts react to the conversations happening online. [Note: this conversation was recorded on Tuesday, March 28th] michael b. jordan, ebony magazine, church, creed iii, jonathan majors, ajita wilson, nabj, nabjla true full 183 9ddf1e8c-d7af-4e88-a360-f98e42e598c9 Can Copaganda Ever Be Good? (ft. Tia Oso & Jared Loggins) Who’s bringing the potato salad to the Donald Trump is Going to Jail party? Jarrett’s got sign up sheets! Then later, the hosts bring you the long awaited Copaganda conversation.

Mentioned In this Episode

Donald Trump

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Janelle James and her opening monologue at the 2023 Writers Guild Awards 

TA: 

HM: Tre’vell takes a moment to celebrate themselves. 

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@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 10 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Who’s bringing the potato salad to the Donald Trump is Going to Jail party? Jarrett’s got sign up sheets! Then later, the hosts bring you the long awaited Copaganda conversation.

Mentioned In this Episode

Donald Trump

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Janelle James and her opening monologue at the 2023 Writers Guild Awards 

TA: 

HM: Tre’vell takes a moment to celebrate themselves. 

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@rayzon (Tre’vell)

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@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

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@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Can Copaganda Ever Be Good? (ft. Tia Oso & Jared Loggins) Maximum Fun 01:05:10 We’re revisiting our favorite past episodes while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! It’s finally here, the long awaited…*drum roll please*...Copaganda episode! That’s right, our hosts were finally able to have a sit down with Tia Oso, the executive director of BLD PWR Productions, and Dr. Jared Loggins, Assistant Professor of Black Studies at Amherst College and co-author of Prophet of Discontent: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Critique of Racial Capitalism to discuss the effects Copaganda has on audiences and its insidiousness. But first - what y’all bringing to the Donald Trump is Going to Jail Party? And don’t say plates and napkins! (This episode aired on March 23rd, 2023) We’re revisiting our favorite past episodes while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! It’s finally here, the long awaited…*drum roll please*...Copaganda episode! That’s right, our hosts were finally able to have a sit down with Tia Oso, the executive director of BLD PWR Productions, and Dr. Jared Loggins, Assistant Professor of Black Studies at Amherst College and co-author of Prophet of Discontent: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Critique of Racial Capitalism to discuss the effects Copaganda has on audiences and its insidiousness. But first - what y’all bringing to the Donald Trump is Going to Jail Party? And don’t say plates and napkins! (This episode aired on March 23rd, 2023) maximum fun drive, copaganda, donald trump, jewel thais williams true full 182 71225558-74f8-4d64-8296-a3d31824f4c7 Color Of Friendship Ever had a white friend? Or perhaps you are the white friend? On this week’s episode we discuss the FAN and ANTI of interracial friending. 

Mentioned In This Episode

Jussie Smollett 

White People 

People Who are White

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett’s picks:

HM: Jason Johnson - Happy Birthday!

HM: Unprisoned, (Hulu) starring Marque Richardson and Kerry Washington

HM: Oscar’s production design

HM: Tony Evans, jr  for song, Starless

Tre’vell’s picks:

HM: Rihanna’s Oscar Performance

HM: 17 Leading Broadcasters on Barbara Walters's Legacy 

Our Sponsors This Week

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Wild Grain is the first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

Go ahead and @ us

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@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 3 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Ever had a white friend? Or perhaps you are the white friend? On this week’s episode we discuss the FAN and ANTI of interracial friending. 

Mentioned In This Episode

Jussie Smollett 

White People 

People Who are White

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett’s picks:

HM: Jason Johnson - Happy Birthday!

HM: Unprisoned, (Hulu) starring Marque Richardson and Kerry Washington

HM: Oscar’s production design

HM: Tony Evans, jr  for song, Starless

Tre’vell’s picks:

HM: Rihanna’s Oscar Performance

HM: 17 Leading Broadcasters on Barbara Walters's Legacy 

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Wild Grain is the first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Color Of Friendship Maximum Fun 01:14:08 We’re revisiting our favorite past episodes while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! This episode is quite the doozy - real complex and complicado! This week the hosts examine the concept of “the white friend” - or is it “a friend who happens to be white”? jarrett and Tre’vell break down what the difference is. But first jarrett sheds some light on the Jussie Smollett case, and the demonstrable lies that formed the public narrative, and the demonstrable truths…that didn’t. Smollett’s lawyers are appealing the case. (Originally aired March 15th 2023) We’re revisiting our favorite past episodes while our show is on a short hiatus. But don’t worry, we’ll be back with all new episodes starting August 31st! This episode is quite the doozy - real complex and complicado! This week the hosts examine the concept of “the white friend” - or is it “a friend who happens to be white”? jarrett and Tre’vell break down what the difference is. But first jarrett sheds some light on the Jussie Smollett case, and the demonstrable lies that formed the public narrative, and the demonstrable truths…that didn’t. Smollett’s lawyers are appealing the case. (Originally aired March 15th 2023) roberto clemente, jussie smollett, white people, white friends, journalism, rihanna true full 181 2ad29b76-1979-4a27-ba9f-43c426b36f8a This Barbie Is On Strike! On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill go over the complex and complicado of the highly anticipated Barbie movie. They get into their thoughts on the film’s rollout, marketing strategy, and how Stereotypical Barbie represents the beginning of white women’s self - reckoning. But first in our Pass The Popcorn segment, our hosts speak on the state of the entertainment industry, from the WGA/SAG - AFTRA union strikes, to Hollywood’s initiative of driving out diversity, specifically at the network executive level.

Our hosts will also be on hiatus during the month of August, but don’t worry!  We’ll be sharing content throughout the break and will be back on August 31st with a brand new episode. 

Mentioned In This Episode

UPS Union Strikes 

Shuwanza Goff 

Kevin Maxen

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

DM: Companies who email too damn much 

TA

HM: Creative Cuisine / GLAAD

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Wild Grain is the first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@rayzon (Tre’vell)

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@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 27 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill go over the complex and complicado of the highly anticipated Barbie movie. They get into their thoughts on the film’s rollout, marketing strategy, and how Stereotypical Barbie represents the beginning of white women’s self - reckoning. But first in our Pass The Popcorn segment, our hosts speak on the state of the entertainment industry, from the WGA/SAG - AFTRA union strikes, to Hollywood’s initiative of driving out diversity, specifically at the network executive level.

Our hosts will also be on hiatus during the month of August, but don’t worry!  We’ll be sharing content throughout the break and will be back on August 31st with a brand new episode. 

Mentioned In This Episode

UPS Union Strikes 

Shuwanza Goff 

Kevin Maxen

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

DM: Companies who email too damn much 

TA

HM: Creative Cuisine / GLAAD

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Wild Grain is the first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

IG

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> This Barbie Is On Strike! Maximum Fun 01:00:06 On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill go over the complex and complicado of the highly anticipated Barbie movie. They get into their thoughts on the film’s rollout, marketing strategy, and how Stereotypical Barbie represents the beginning of white women’s self - reckoning. But first in our Pass The Popcorn segment, our hosts speak on the state of the entertainment industry, from the WGA/SAG - AFTRA union strikes, to Hollywood’s initiative of driving out diversity, specifically at the network executive level. On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill go over the complex and complicado of the highly anticipated Barbie movie. They get into their thoughts on the film’s rollout, marketing strategy, and how Stereotypical Barbie represents the beginning of white women’s self - reckoning. But first in our Pass The Popcorn segment, our hosts speak on the state of the entertainment industry, from the WGA/SAG - AFTRA union strikes, to Hollywood’s initiative of driving out diversity, specifically at the network executive level. historically black phrases, ups union strikes, union strikes, issa rae, influencers, scabs, dei, greta gerwig, ivy park, life size, barbie doll, wga, we see each other, oppenheimer, sag - aftra, pink, giovonnie samuels, hollywood strikes, residuals, the hollywood reporter, barbie, kevin maxen, margot robbie, mattel, brandy barbie, tiktok, legally blonde, bring it on: all or nothing, variety, shuwanza goff, diversity equity & inclusion, ken doll true full 180 e5ee5165-1e83-47bb-86d4-7200ba50e060 What Was Said On this week’s episode, we dive into our bag of listener letters from YOU, the #FANTIfam! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson respond to your questions about Artificial Intelligence, Copaganda, and British Vogue’s Pride Issue featuring Ncuti Gatwa. Our hosts also get into a lesson on Scottish Parliament, potato wedges, why Flava of Love might have actually been a queer show, and more! 

Then later, some DisHonorable Mentions and a message from our producers.

Mentioned In this Episode 

Stop Cop City: Copaganda Pt II (ft. Da’Shaun L. Harrison)

Is Pride for Not-Queer People?

Fake Smart, Real Problems: Artificial Intelligence

I Just Wanna Be Successful

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: South LA Pride / Durand Bernarr

HM: Netflix’s Survival Of The Thickest starring Michelle Buteau 

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

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@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, we dive into our bag of listener letters from YOU, the #FANTIfam! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson respond to your questions about Artificial Intelligence, Copaganda, and British Vogue’s Pride Issue featuring Ncuti Gatwa. Our hosts also get into a lesson on Scottish Parliament, potato wedges, why Flava of Love might have actually been a queer show, and more! 

Then later, some DisHonorable Mentions and a message from our producers.

Mentioned In this Episode 

Stop Cop City: Copaganda Pt II (ft. Da’Shaun L. Harrison)

Is Pride for Not-Queer People?

Fake Smart, Real Problems: Artificial Intelligence

I Just Wanna Be Successful

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: South LA Pride / Durand Bernarr

HM: Netflix’s Survival Of The Thickest starring Michelle Buteau 

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]]> What Was Said Maximum Fun 00:59:55 On this week’s episode, we dive into our bag of listener letters from YOU, the #FANTIfam! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson respond to your questions about Artificial Intelligence, Copaganda, and British Vogue’s Pride Issue featuring Ncuti Gatwa. Our hosts also get into a lesson on Scottish Parliament, potato wedges, why Flava of Love might have actually been a queer show, and more! Then later, some DisHonorable Mentions and a message from our producers. On this week’s episode, we dive into our bag of listener letters from YOU, the #FANTIfam! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson respond to your questions about Artificial Intelligence, Copaganda, and British Vogue’s Pride Issue featuring Ncuti Gatwa. Our hosts also get into a lesson on Scottish Parliament, potato wedges, why Flava of Love might have actually been a queer show, and more! Then later, some DisHonorable Mentions and a message from our producers. ai, siri, artificial intelligence, gender recognition reform bill, vibe check, alexa, google, copaganda, uk parliament, gender recognition act of 2004, atlanta, csi miami, law & order, british vogue, ios, the ultimatum: queer love, dr. dyette, stop cop city, ncuti gatwa, 9-1-1, ncurti gatwa, potato wedges, pride true full 179 09290565-5b63-44c4-9426-69ab4d9ab9f5 Writing A Book Is HORD! (ft. Donovan X. Ramsey) In this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill bring you a little something different: an extended discussion on the pros and cons of authoring a book. Our hosts discuss how challenging the writing process really is with FANTI veteran and author of When Crack Was King, Donovan X. Ramsey. The writers get into the nitty gritty of writing a book, covering everything from the brainstorming stage, finding motivation to write consistently, and fighting tooth and nail over book cover art. 

Then later, Emmy winning director, Nneka Onuorah’s latest documentary, Truth Be Told, and more highlights in our DisHonorable Mentions. 

Mentioned In This Episode

When Crack Was King

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV and Film 

We See Each Other: The Podcast 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jh

HM: Deeply Madly Modern YouTube channel 

HM: Truth Be Told - Nneka Onuorah’s latest, premiering at Outfest July 20th

HM: The new (ish) social media app, Spill 

TA

HM: Stealth: A Transmasculine Podcast

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]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ In this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill bring you a little something different: an extended discussion on the pros and cons of authoring a book. Our hosts discuss how challenging the writing process really is with FANTI veteran and author of When Crack Was King, Donovan X. Ramsey. The writers get into the nitty gritty of writing a book, covering everything from the brainstorming stage, finding motivation to write consistently, and fighting tooth and nail over book cover art. 

Then later, Emmy winning director, Nneka Onuorah’s latest documentary, Truth Be Told, and more highlights in our DisHonorable Mentions. 

Mentioned In This Episode

When Crack Was King

Historically Black Phrases

We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV and Film 

We See Each Other: The Podcast 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jh

HM: Deeply Madly Modern YouTube channel 

HM: Truth Be Told - Nneka Onuorah’s latest, premiering at Outfest July 20th

HM: The new (ish) social media app, Spill 

TA

HM: Stealth: A Transmasculine Podcast

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Writing A Book Is HORD! (ft. Donovan X. Ramsey) Maximum Fun 01:12:29 In this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill bring you a little something different: an extended discussion on the pros and cons of authoring a book. Our hosts discuss how challenging the writing process really is with FANTI veteran and author of When Crack Was King, Donovan X. Ramsey. The writers get into the nitty gritty of writing a book, covering everything from the brainstorming stage, finding motivation to write consistently, and fighting tooth and nail over book cover art. Then later, Emmy winning director, Nneka Onuorah’s latest documentary, Truth Be Told, and more highlights in our DisHonorable Mentions. In this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill bring you a little something different: an extended discussion on the pros and cons of authoring a book. Our hosts discuss how challenging the writing process really is with FANTI veteran and author of When Crack Was King, Donovan X. Ramsey. The writers get into the nitty gritty of writing a book, covering everything from the brainstorming stage, finding motivation to write consistently, and fighting tooth and nail over book cover art. Then later, Emmy winning director, Nneka Onuorah’s latest documentary, Truth Be Told, and more highlights in our DisHonorable Mentions. historically black phrases, crack epidemic, truth be told, twitter, when crack was king, transmasc, we see each other, journalism, stealth podcast, writing, spill app true full 178 76672b62-df40-4b68-8cdc-89cfad5f3fcd Stop Cop City: Copaganda Pt II (ft. Da’Shaun Harrison) Y’all loved the first one so much, we had to bring it back! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer, editor, and Stop Cop City activist Da’Shaun L. Harrison. Harrison also discusses why they and fellow activists are trying to block the development and construction of a police training compound “Cop City”, on the outskirts of Atlanta. Stop Cop City activists believe that going forward with the development would displace and disenfranchise the lives of marginalized people, and further perpetuate the police state we are currently living in.  In addition, they’ll discuss how copaganda goes beyond just “cop shows” and legal dramas and can show up in many different forms in media. 

Later on the show, Tre’vell and jarrett get into some DisHonorable Mentions and a history lesson on civil rights activist Pauli Murray. 

Mentioned In This Episode:

Pauli Murray 

Copaganda 

Stop Cop City 

DIS/Honorable Mentions: 

jh:

HM: Well, I Laughed Podcast - the system was never designed for us to stop working

HM: See The Thing Is..Podcast - I’d rather work thru jealousy than work thru dishonesty” 

HM: Snoop Dogg, Doggyland Kid Hits, Affirmation Song

HM: The Schomburg’s marking time: Arts In The Age of Incarceration

TA:

HM: The Hollywood Reporter and New York Times Envelope roundtable talk curators, particularly Lacey Rose.

Plugs:

Da’Shaun L. Harrison’s Belly Of The Beast: THE POLITICS OF ANTI-FATNESS AS ANTI-BLACKNESS

My Name Is Pauli Murray - Prime Video

We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film 

Buy The Book

Listen To The Podcast

Pre-order Historically Black Phrases

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@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> Thu, 6 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Y’all loved the first one so much, we had to bring it back! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer, editor, and Stop Cop City activist Da’Shaun L. Harrison. Harrison also discusses why they and fellow activists are trying to block the development and construction of a police training compound “Cop City”, on the outskirts of Atlanta. Stop Cop City activists believe that going forward with the development would displace and disenfranchise the lives of marginalized people, and further perpetuate the police state we are currently living in.  In addition, they’ll discuss how copaganda goes beyond just “cop shows” and legal dramas and can show up in many different forms in media. 

Later on the show, Tre’vell and jarrett get into some DisHonorable Mentions and a history lesson on civil rights activist Pauli Murray. 

Mentioned In This Episode:

Pauli Murray 

Copaganda 

Stop Cop City 

DIS/Honorable Mentions: 

jh:

HM: Well, I Laughed Podcast - the system was never designed for us to stop working

HM: See The Thing Is..Podcast - I’d rather work thru jealousy than work thru dishonesty” 

HM: Snoop Dogg, Doggyland Kid Hits, Affirmation Song

HM: The Schomburg’s marking time: Arts In The Age of Incarceration

TA:

HM: The Hollywood Reporter and New York Times Envelope roundtable talk curators, particularly Lacey Rose.

Plugs:

Da’Shaun L. Harrison’s Belly Of The Beast: THE POLITICS OF ANTI-FATNESS AS ANTI-BLACKNESS

My Name Is Pauli Murray - Prime Video

We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film 

Buy The Book

Listen To The Podcast

Pre-order Historically Black Phrases

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

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@JarrettHill

@Vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Stop Cop City: Copaganda Pt II (ft. Da’Shaun Harrison) Maximum Fun 01:07:20 Y’all loved the first one so much, we had to bring it back! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer, editor, and Stop Cop City activist Da’Shaun L. Harrison. Harrison also discusses why they and fellow activists are trying to block the development and construction of a police training compound “Cop City”, on the outskirts of Atlanta. Stop Cop City activists believe that going forward with the development would displace and disenfranchise the lives of marginalized people, and further perpetuate the police state we are currently living in. In addition, they’ll discuss how copaganda goes beyond just “cop shows” and legal dramas and can show up in many different forms in media. Later on the show, Tre’vell and jarrett get into some DisHonorable Mentions and a history lesson on civil rights activist Pauli Murray. Y’all loved the first one so much, we had to bring it back! Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer, editor, and Stop Cop City activist Da’Shaun L. Harrison. Harrison also discusses why they and fellow activists are trying to block the development and construction of a police training compound “Cop City”, on the outskirts of Atlanta. Stop Cop City activists believe that going forward with the development would displace and disenfranchise the lives of marginalized people, and further perpetuate the police state we are currently living in. In addition, they’ll discuss how copaganda goes beyond just “cop shows” and legal dramas and can show up in many different forms in media. Later on the show, Tre’vell and jarrett get into some DisHonorable Mentions and a history lesson on civil rights activist Pauli Murray. historically black phrases, criminal minds, law and order: svu, doggyland, pauli murray, scandal, copaganda, atlanta, csi miami, madame secretary, see the thing is podcast, stop cop city, captain america, ncis los angeles, we see each other: the podcast, equalizer, well i laughed podcast, 9-1-1, batman, scallywag magazine, snoop dogg, bell of the beast true full 177 0c65579c-0f68-4162-a6b1-ec826ab5b823 Is Pride for Not-Queer People? On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill make a call back to Tre’vell’s Dis/Honrable Mention of Ncuti Gatwa’s British Vogue’s Pride Issue feature in Ep #174. In the issue, Gatwa claims he chooses not to label himself as queer, which poses the question: has Pride rebranded (again) to fit those who do not identify as queer?

But first, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the state of employment, or rather unemployment, in media considering the rise of publication layoffs, like Buzzfeed News with 15% staff layoffs and Insider with 10%, just this past April. With many more platforms following the same trend, the future of journalism looks uncertain. And later, we get a history lesson on the very first Queen of Drag.

Mentioned In The Episode

Ncuti Gatwa in the Pride Issue of British Vogue

Smithsonian Magazine, William Dorsey Swann, the First Self - Proclaimed “Queen of Drag”

We See Each Other: The Podcast

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

DM: Amy Schumer’s new Netflix special “Emergency Contact”

HM: Aisha Harris’s new book “Wannabe: Reckonings With The Pop Culture That Shapes Me”

TA

HM: Peacock original film,  Praise This

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]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill make a call back to Tre’vell’s Dis/Honrable Mention of Ncuti Gatwa’s British Vogue’s Pride Issue feature in Ep #174. In the issue, Gatwa claims he chooses not to label himself as queer, which poses the question: has Pride rebranded (again) to fit those who do not identify as queer?

But first, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the state of employment, or rather unemployment, in media considering the rise of publication layoffs, like Buzzfeed News with 15% staff layoffs and Insider with 10%, just this past April. With many more platforms following the same trend, the future of journalism looks uncertain. And later, we get a history lesson on the very first Queen of Drag.

Mentioned In The Episode

Ncuti Gatwa in the Pride Issue of British Vogue

Smithsonian Magazine, William Dorsey Swann, the First Self - Proclaimed “Queen of Drag”

We See Each Other: The Podcast

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

DM: Amy Schumer’s new Netflix special “Emergency Contact”

HM: Aisha Harris’s new book “Wannabe: Reckonings With The Pop Culture That Shapes Me”

TA

HM: Peacock original film,  Praise This

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For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

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]]> Is Pride for Not-Queer People? Maximum Fun 00:47:56 On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill make a call back to Tre’vell’s Dis/Honrable Mention of Ncuti Gatwa’s British Vogue’s Pride Issue feature in Ep #174. In the issue, Gatwa claims he chooses not to label himself as queer, which poses the question: has Pride rebranded (again) to fit those who do not identify as queer? But first, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the state of employment, or rather unemployment, in media considering the rise of publication layoffs, like Buzzfeed News with 15% staff layoffs and Insider with 10%, just this past April. With many more platforms following the same trend, the future of journalism looks uncertain. And later, we get a history lesson on the very first Queen of Drag. On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill make a call back to Tre’vell’s Dis/Honrable Mention of Ncuti Gatwa’s British Vogue’s Pride Issue feature in Ep #174. In the issue, Gatwa claims he chooses not to label himself as queer, which poses the question: has Pride rebranded (again) to fit those who do not identify as queer? But first, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the state of employment, or rather unemployment, in media considering the rise of publication layoffs, like Buzzfeed News with 15% staff layoffs and Insider with 10%, just this past April. With many more platforms following the same trend, the future of journalism looks uncertain. And later, we get a history lesson on the very first Queen of Drag. ai, age of pleasure, netherlands, the skinny, what a day, empire, layoffs, dei, sex education, abbott elementary, buzzfeed news, janelle monae, lgbtqia, imara jones, rainbow, out magazine, spotify, netflix, british vogue, allyship, union, peacock, kit connor, diversity and inclusion, laist, jussie smollett, garett kennedy, queer, we see each other, journalism, tyler james williams, praise this, seniority clause, insider, ncuti gatwa, pcu, unemployment, fox news, the los angeles times, angelica ross, heartstopper, pride, the shade room true full 176 a89c4be6-0e61-42ac-8f66-825cf16c782d WSEO - The Black Trans Gaze (ft. Kristen Lovell and D. Smith) This week FANTI is passing the mic to We See Each Other: The Podcast. After you listen to the episode, make sure to check out Kristen Lovell’s The Stroll which premiered on Max the evening before this episode dropped.

Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome producer and co - director of the documentary, The Stroll, Kristen Lovell as they discuss the documentary’s portrayal of trans sex workers who worked in the Meatpacking District of New York City during the 90s. Lovell also speaks on finally having the control of the Black trans narrative behind the camera, and not just as the subject. Then, our hosts speak with the producer and director of the documentary, Kokomo City, D. Smith. She discusses the audience's reception to the film and  the legacy of Koko Da Doll, the star of the film who was tragically murdered earlier this year. 

But first, Tre’vell and Shar discuss sex work representation in media as it pertains to Black Trans women and while it being a necessary piece of trans history, it is not the end all be all of trans representation. And later we hear what every day trans folks have to say about trans visibility in another segment of Pass The Mic.

Episode Notes:

Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome producer and co - director of the documentary, The Stroll, Kristen Lovell as they discuss the documentary’s portrayal of trans sex workers who worked in the Meatpacking District of New York City during the 90s. Lovell also speaks on finally having the control of the Black trans narrative behind the camera, and not just as the subject. Then, our hosts speak with the producer and director of the documentary, Kokomo City, D. Smith. She discusses the audience's reception to the film and  the legacy of Koko Da Doll, the star of the film who was tragically murdered earlier this year. 

But first, Tre’vell and Shar discuss sex work representation in media as it pertains to Black Trans women and while it being a necessary piece of trans history to learn, it is not the end all be all of trans representation. And later we hear what every day trans folks have to say about trans visibility in another segment of Pass The Mic.

Over the course of this series, Tre’vell and Shar will be including the personal experiences of ‘everyday’ trans people. To that end, anyone in community who wishes to comment on or speak to issues brought up on the show, please share your thoughts with them. We’ve made it easy to record a message. Just click SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther and follow the very simple instructions. If you’d like to email Shar and Tre’vell, you can send any message to FANTI@maximumfun.org and put WSEO in the subject line.

Find us on IG: @Slayzhon

We made it easy to share your thoughts. Go to SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther

You can buy We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV & Film the book wherever books are sold

Mentioned in the Show

D. Smith on Kokomo City

Kokomo City

Pose (Hulu)

Stroll

Good Trouble (Freeform)

Sylvia Rivera’s Place

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

Plugs 

Kokomo City will be in select theaters on July 28th 

The Stroll drops June 21 on HBO 

IG:

@Rayzhon 

@sharsaysso 

@slayzhon (WSEO IG) 

Twitter

@trevellanderson 

@sharssaysso 

@slayzhon 

@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@swishswish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher) 

Music: Neverending Nina (IG @neverendingninanotes)

Producer: Palmira Muniz

Senior Producer: Laura Swisher

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Never Ending Nina

We See Each Other: The Podcast is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 22 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week FANTI is passing the mic to We See Each Other: The Podcast. After you listen to the episode, make sure to check out Kristen Lovell’s The Stroll which premiered on Max the evening before this episode dropped.

Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome producer and co - director of the documentary, The Stroll, Kristen Lovell as they discuss the documentary’s portrayal of trans sex workers who worked in the Meatpacking District of New York City during the 90s. Lovell also speaks on finally having the control of the Black trans narrative behind the camera, and not just as the subject. Then, our hosts speak with the producer and director of the documentary, Kokomo City, D. Smith. She discusses the audience's reception to the film and  the legacy of Koko Da Doll, the star of the film who was tragically murdered earlier this year. 

But first, Tre’vell and Shar discuss sex work representation in media as it pertains to Black Trans women and while it being a necessary piece of trans history, it is not the end all be all of trans representation. And later we hear what every day trans folks have to say about trans visibility in another segment of Pass The Mic.

Episode Notes:

Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome producer and co - director of the documentary, The Stroll, Kristen Lovell as they discuss the documentary’s portrayal of trans sex workers who worked in the Meatpacking District of New York City during the 90s. Lovell also speaks on finally having the control of the Black trans narrative behind the camera, and not just as the subject. Then, our hosts speak with the producer and director of the documentary, Kokomo City, D. Smith. She discusses the audience's reception to the film and  the legacy of Koko Da Doll, the star of the film who was tragically murdered earlier this year. 

But first, Tre’vell and Shar discuss sex work representation in media as it pertains to Black Trans women and while it being a necessary piece of trans history to learn, it is not the end all be all of trans representation. And later we hear what every day trans folks have to say about trans visibility in another segment of Pass The Mic.

Over the course of this series, Tre’vell and Shar will be including the personal experiences of ‘everyday’ trans people. To that end, anyone in community who wishes to comment on or speak to issues brought up on the show, please share your thoughts with them. We’ve made it easy to record a message. Just click SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther and follow the very simple instructions. If you’d like to email Shar and Tre’vell, you can send any message to FANTI@maximumfun.org and put WSEO in the subject line.

Find us on IG: @Slayzhon

We made it easy to share your thoughts. Go to SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther

You can buy We See Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through TV & Film the book wherever books are sold

Mentioned in the Show

D. Smith on Kokomo City

Kokomo City

Pose (Hulu)

Stroll

Good Trouble (Freeform)

Sylvia Rivera’s Place

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil

Plugs 

Kokomo City will be in select theaters on July 28th 

The Stroll drops June 21 on HBO 

IG:

@Rayzhon 

@sharsaysso 

@slayzhon (WSEO IG) 

Twitter

@trevellanderson 

@sharssaysso 

@slayzhon 

@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@swishswish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher) 

Music: Neverending Nina (IG @neverendingninanotes)

Producer: Palmira Muniz

Senior Producer: Laura Swisher

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Never Ending Nina

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]]> WSEO - The Black Trans Gaze (ft. Kristen Lovell and D. Smith) Maximum Fun 00:59:32 This week FANTI is passing the mic to We See Each Other: The Podcast. After you listen to the episode, make sure to check out Kristen Lovell’s The Stroll which premiered on Max the evening before this episode dropped. Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome producer and co - director of the documentary, The Stroll, Kristen Lovell as they discuss the documentary’s portrayal of trans sex workers who worked in the Meatpacking District of New York City during the 90s. Lovell also speaks on finally having the control of the Black trans narrative behind the camera, and not just as the subject. Then, our hosts speak with the producer and director of the documentary, Kokomo City, D. Smith. She discusses the audience's reception to the film and  the legacy of Koko Da Doll, the star of the film who was tragically murdered earlier this year. This week FANTI is passing the mic to We See Each Other: The Podcast. After you listen to the episode, make sure to check out Kristen Lovell’s The Stroll which premiered on Max the evening before this episode dropped. Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and Shar Jossell welcome producer and co - director of the documentary, The Stroll, Kristen Lovell as they discuss the documentary’s portrayal of trans sex workers who worked in the Meatpacking District of New York City during the 90s. Lovell also speaks on finally having the control of the Black trans narrative behind the camera, and not just as the subject. Then, our hosts speak with the producer and director of the documentary, Kokomo City, D. Smith. She discusses the audience's reception to the film and  the legacy of Koko Da Doll, the star of the film who was tragically murdered earlier this year. paris is burning, d. smith, trans representation, midnight in the garden of good and evil, koko da doll, laverne cox, stroll, red, jen richards, trace lysette, sylvia rivera, evan peters, the lady chablis, monica, the fosters, indya moore, candy's sweet refrain, pose, trans visibility, non-binary, hailie sahar, trans, kokomo city, gloria mendoza, good trouble, sex work, janet mock, sidney poitier, orange is the new black, law & order svu, sylvia’s place true full 175 6aa397b5-ded1-4413-8a6e-beb21b08a75d Fake Smart, Real Problems: Artificial Intelligence On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give Artificial Intelligence the FANTI treatment. On the plus side, jarrett finds Siri incredibly helpful, and asks her to set alarms for him multiple times a day. But they also share some concerns, like AI bots taking over journalists' jobs or programs making it easier for students to get away with plagiarism. Plus, jarrett and Tre’vell give Janelle Monae her flowers for Age of Pleasure, the new album that’s been ruffling feathers since it’s been out. And later, our hosts discuss the history that was made this past Sunday at the Tony Awards, as J. Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell become the first openly non - binary actors to ever win a Tony. 

Mentioned In this Episode

 J. Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell

Janelle Monae

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: The Sherri Show

HM: Be My Eyes App

HM: Roberto Hannibal, for this tweet.

DM, almost a retraction: seeking brother husband, because of this rolling stone piece 

TA

HM: LaQunya Baker -  appointed by Colorado governor to the 18th Judicial District Court. County Court Judge in Arapahoe County, a position she has held since 2022.

HM: Ncuti Gatwa and his interview in British Vogue 

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]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give Artificial Intelligence the FANTI treatment. On the plus side, jarrett finds Siri incredibly helpful, and asks her to set alarms for him multiple times a day. But they also share some concerns, like AI bots taking over journalists' jobs or programs making it easier for students to get away with plagiarism. Plus, jarrett and Tre’vell give Janelle Monae her flowers for Age of Pleasure, the new album that’s been ruffling feathers since it’s been out. And later, our hosts discuss the history that was made this past Sunday at the Tony Awards, as J. Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell become the first openly non - binary actors to ever win a Tony. 

Mentioned In this Episode

 J. Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell

Janelle Monae

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: The Sherri Show

HM: Be My Eyes App

HM: Roberto Hannibal, for this tweet.

DM, almost a retraction: seeking brother husband, because of this rolling stone piece 

TA

HM: LaQunya Baker -  appointed by Colorado governor to the 18th Judicial District Court. County Court Judge in Arapahoe County, a position she has held since 2022.

HM: Ncuti Gatwa and his interview in British Vogue 

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

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]]> Fake Smart, Real Problems: Artificial Intelligence Maximum Fun 00:59:11 On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give Artificial Intelligence the FANTI treatment. On the plus side, jarrett finds Siri incredibly helpful, and asks her to set alarms for him multiple times a day. But they also share some concerns, like AI bots taking over journalists' jobs or programs making it easier for students to get away with plagiarism. Plus, jarrett and Tre’vell give Janelle Monae her flowers for Age of Pleasure, the new album that’s been ruffling feathers since it’s been out. And later, our hosts discuss the history that was made this past Sunday at the Tony Awards, as J. Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell become the first openly non - binary actors to ever win a Tony. On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give Artificial Intelligence the FANTI treatment. On the plus side, jarrett finds Siri incredibly helpful, and asks her to set alarms for him multiple times a day. But they also share some concerns, like AI bots taking over journalists' jobs or programs making it easier for students to get away with plagiarism. Plus, jarrett and Tre’vell give Janelle Monae her flowers for Age of Pleasure, the new album that’s been ruffling feathers since it’s been out. And later, our hosts discuss the history that was made this past Sunday at the Tony Awards, as J. Harrison Ghee and Alex Newell become the first openly non - binary actors to ever win a Tony. ai, alex newell, age of pleasure, deep fakes, siri, “some like it hot”, artificial intelligence, clippy, ask jeeves, windows 97, janelle monae, ncuti gatwa, microsoft, cnet, laqunya baker, chatgpt, “shucked.”, apple, j. harrison ghee true full 174 565111c2-e648-493b-a04b-87589fa89c25 Down With The Swirl? Interracial Dating (ft. Mikelle Street) On this week’s episode, Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer Mikelle Street for a conversation about The Swirl, or interracial dating. They dig into what’s behind the “trend” of highly-visible Black queer celebrities who seemingly only go out with white partners, as well as how our upbringing influences our attitudes around interracial dating. They also get into some of the misconceptions of interracial dating that are projected onto queer interracial couples.  But first, Tre’vell and jarrett respond to Abbott Elementary’s Tyler James Williams’ instagram post, in which the actor details why he thinks it’s dangerous when people try and guess whether someone is gay or not. 

Mentioned In The Episode

Jessie Maple

Tyler James Williams

Durand Bernarr

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Boys Come First by Aaron Foley

HM: Terrell Grice’s Keke Palmer interview on The Terrell Show and Keke’s new album, Big Boss

HM: Seeking Brother Husband on MAX

TA

HM: Bel-Air on Peacock

HM: NABJ campaign

Plugs: 

Mikelle Street’s latest, Yasmin Finney Is Everything She Imagined and Why I started a digital shrine to Justice Smith and Nic Ashe’s relationship

Our Pride Perspectives curated playlist on Apple Podcasts 

We See Each Other: The Podcast - Episode 6, Let’s Hear It For The Boys ft. Brian Michael Smith

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]]> Thu, 8 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer Mikelle Street for a conversation about The Swirl, or interracial dating. They dig into what’s behind the “trend” of highly-visible Black queer celebrities who seemingly only go out with white partners, as well as how our upbringing influences our attitudes around interracial dating. They also get into some of the misconceptions of interracial dating that are projected onto queer interracial couples.  But first, Tre’vell and jarrett respond to Abbott Elementary’s Tyler James Williams’ instagram post, in which the actor details why he thinks it’s dangerous when people try and guess whether someone is gay or not. 

Mentioned In The Episode

Jessie Maple

Tyler James Williams

Durand Bernarr

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Boys Come First by Aaron Foley

HM: Terrell Grice’s Keke Palmer interview on The Terrell Show and Keke’s new album, Big Boss

HM: Seeking Brother Husband on MAX

TA

HM: Bel-Air on Peacock

HM: NABJ campaign

Plugs: 

Mikelle Street’s latest, Yasmin Finney Is Everything She Imagined and Why I started a digital shrine to Justice Smith and Nic Ashe’s relationship

Our Pride Perspectives curated playlist on Apple Podcasts 

We See Each Other: The Podcast - Episode 6, Let’s Hear It For The Boys ft. Brian Michael Smith

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To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> Down With The Swirl? Interracial Dating (ft. Mikelle Street) Maximum Fun 01:08:17 On this week’s episode, Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer Mikelle Street for a conversation about The Swirl, or interracial dating. They dig into what’s behind the “trend” of highly-visible Black queer celebrities who seemingly only go out with white partners, as well as how our upbringing influences our attitudes around interracial dating. They also get into some of the misconceptions of interracial dating that are projected onto queer interracial couples. But first, Tre’vell and jarrett respond to Abbott Elementary’s Tyler James Williams’ instagram post, in which the actor details why he thinks it’s dangerous when people try and guess whether someone is gay or not. On this week’s episode, Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer Mikelle Street for a conversation about The Swirl, or interracial dating. They dig into what’s behind the “trend” of highly-visible Black queer celebrities who seemingly only go out with white partners, as well as how our upbringing influences our attitudes around interracial dating. They also get into some of the misconceptions of interracial dating that are projected onto queer interracial couples. But first, Tre’vell and jarrett respond to Abbott Elementary’s Tyler James Williams’ instagram post, in which the actor details why he thinks it’s dangerous when people try and guess whether someone is gay or not. interracial dating, terrell grice, jeremy o harris, boys come first, them, abbott elementary, bel air, jonathan majors, aaron foley, seeking brother husband, peacock, seeking brother husband, durand bernarr, terrell grice, duran, pride perspectives, big boss, tyler james williams, racial history, jessie maple, nabj, boys come first, big boss, max, butter pecan, masc, wseo, bel - air, keke palmer, apple podcasts, slave play, brian michael smith, tyrel williams, xtra magazine, swirl true full 173 b922dc3a-bfd5-4d3e-b6ae-baa954b8ce7b I Just Wanna Be Successful What does it mean to be successful? Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss what it means to be successful, how the measurement of success shifts as we age, and finding success beyond financial status. But first - the two talk high school and college reunions. 

Mentioned In The Episode

Spelman’s 2023 Valedictorians, Maya Blasingame, Amaia Calhoun, Sydney DuPree, and Chandler Nutall 

We See Each Other: The Podcast 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

DM: Iowa governor, Kim Reynolds, signs “Don’t Say Gay” bill

HM: The Secrets of Hillsong documentary on hulu 

HM: Where We Call Home on MAX

hm: Angie Martinez’s IRL podcast

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@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

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Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> Thu, 1 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ What does it mean to be successful? Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss what it means to be successful, how the measurement of success shifts as we age, and finding success beyond financial status. But first - the two talk high school and college reunions. 

Mentioned In The Episode

Spelman’s 2023 Valedictorians, Maya Blasingame, Amaia Calhoun, Sydney DuPree, and Chandler Nutall 

We See Each Other: The Podcast 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

DM: Iowa governor, Kim Reynolds, signs “Don’t Say Gay” bill

HM: The Secrets of Hillsong documentary on hulu 

HM: Where We Call Home on MAX

hm: Angie Martinez’s IRL podcast

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@vivalapalma (Producer Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> I Just Wanna Be Successful Maximum Fun 00:54:33 What does it mean to be successful? Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss what it means to be successful, how the measurement of success shifts as we age, and finding success beyond financial status. But first - the two talk high school and college reunions. What does it mean to be successful? Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss what it means to be successful, how the measurement of success shifts as we age, and finding success beyond financial status. But first - the two talk high school and college reunions. hope giselle, high school reunion, success, morehouse, spellman, jerry springer, fantifam, iowa, we see each other, max, irl, where we call home, wseo, angie martinez, mimi marks, the secrets of hillsong, new york times best sellers list, hulu, oprah true full 172 7e82887d-8a4f-49a2-8215-a1dd8be2216c Learning In Public On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson get into the complex and complicado of “Learning In Public”, similar to what jarrett had to do when he was called in for being fatphobic a few episodes back. The two discuss navigating the pressures that come with making mistakes publicly and why being willing to continue to learn to do better is so important. But first, Tre’vell poses A Tough Question: Is there ever a right time to call the police, in today’s climate? And later, jarrett and Tre’vell’s Dis/Honorable Mentions and some updates on the summer swimming lesson BOCO we’ve got cooking up.

Mentioned In this Episode

We See Each Other The Podcast 

Grace Lee Boggs

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Rupaul Andre Charles for Architectural Digest’s Open Door 

M: The WGA Writers Strike 

TA

HM: Trans Prom

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]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson get into the complex and complicado of “Learning In Public”, similar to what jarrett had to do when he was called in for being fatphobic a few episodes back. The two discuss navigating the pressures that come with making mistakes publicly and why being willing to continue to learn to do better is so important. But first, Tre’vell poses A Tough Question: Is there ever a right time to call the police, in today’s climate? And later, jarrett and Tre’vell’s Dis/Honorable Mentions and some updates on the summer swimming lesson BOCO we’ve got cooking up.

Mentioned In this Episode

We See Each Other The Podcast 

Grace Lee Boggs

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Rupaul Andre Charles for Architectural Digest’s Open Door 

M: The WGA Writers Strike 

TA

HM: Trans Prom

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]]> Learning In Public Maximum Fun 00:46:06 On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson get into the complex and complicado of “Learning In Public”, similar to what jarrett had to do when he was called in for being fatphobic a few episodes back. The two discuss navigating the pressures that come with making mistakes publicly and why being willing to continue to learn to do better is so important. But first, Tre’vell poses A Tough Question: Is there ever a right time to call the police, in today’s climate? And later, jarrett and Tre’vell’s Dis/Honorable Mentions and some updates on the summer swimming lesson BOCO we’ve got cooking up. On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson get into the complex and complicado of “Learning In Public”, similar to what jarrett had to do when he was called in for being fatphobic a few episodes back. The two discuss navigating the pressures that come with making mistakes publicly and why being willing to continue to learn to do better is so important. But first, Tre’vell poses A Tough Question: Is there ever a right time to call the police, in today’s climate? And later, jarrett and Tre’vell’s Dis/Honorable Mentions and some updates on the summer swimming lesson BOCO we’ve got cooking up. writer’s strike, fantifam, drag prom, wga, we see each other, open door, rupaul, wseo, architectural digest, grace lee boggs, home design true full 171 56782b43-9bda-40a3-b8e1-1149996f380a When Life Gives You (Don) Lemons… On this week’s episode, journalists Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss the very complex and complicado of Don Lemon, and how his legacy has not only affected pop culture, but the Black community. Our hosts get into the dichotomy of the journalist, as both a victim and perpetrator of homophobia and anti-blackness. But first, a special FANTI exclusive on Tre’vell and jarrett’s upcoming book, Historically Black Phrases. (Dropping September 19th) And later Tre’vell shares their run in with somebody’s grandmother during their book tour of We see Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film. 

Mentioned In This Episode

Don Lemon

Paula Williams Madison

Trace Lysette

DIS/Honorable Mentions

jh:

HM: The Pulitzer prize winner and NABJLA advocacy committee member, her excellency Erika Diane Smith!

HM: Showtime’s Couples Therapy - All New Episodes for Season 3. 

HM: Final season of A Black Lady Sketch Show, on HBOMax

HM: Dr. Charles Davis's new podcast, Police Free Campus. The #PoliceFreeCampus Podcast engages organizers, practitioners, and scholars in discussing the challenges and possibilities for colleges and universities without the police.

HM: Wendy’s Baconator combo

TA

DM: To that granny on Tre’vell’s book tour 

HM: FANTIfam who showed up to the We see Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film event in NYC

Plugs 

Historically Black Phrases 

We see Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Bullseye’s jarrett hill interview with Shonda Rhimes for NPR

 

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]]> Thu, 18 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, journalists Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss the very complex and complicado of Don Lemon, and how his legacy has not only affected pop culture, but the Black community. Our hosts get into the dichotomy of the journalist, as both a victim and perpetrator of homophobia and anti-blackness. But first, a special FANTI exclusive on Tre’vell and jarrett’s upcoming book, Historically Black Phrases. (Dropping September 19th) And later Tre’vell shares their run in with somebody’s grandmother during their book tour of We see Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film. 

Mentioned In This Episode

Don Lemon

Paula Williams Madison

Trace Lysette

DIS/Honorable Mentions

jh:

HM: The Pulitzer prize winner and NABJLA advocacy committee member, her excellency Erika Diane Smith!

HM: Showtime’s Couples Therapy - All New Episodes for Season 3. 

HM: Final season of A Black Lady Sketch Show, on HBOMax

HM: Dr. Charles Davis's new podcast, Police Free Campus. The #PoliceFreeCampus Podcast engages organizers, practitioners, and scholars in discussing the challenges and possibilities for colleges and universities without the police.

HM: Wendy’s Baconator combo

TA

DM: To that granny on Tre’vell’s book tour 

HM: FANTIfam who showed up to the We see Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film event in NYC

Plugs 

Historically Black Phrases 

We see Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film

We See Each Other: The Podcast

Bullseye’s jarrett hill interview with Shonda Rhimes for NPR

 

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@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> When Life Gives You (Don) Lemons… Maximum Fun 01:04:09 On this week’s episode, journalists Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss the very complex and complicado career of Don Lemon, and how his legacy has not only affected pop culture, but the Black community. Our hosts get into the dichotomy of the journalist, as both a victim and perpetrator of homophobia and anti-blackness. But first, a special FANTI exclusive on Tre’vell and jarrett’s upcoming book, Historically Black Phrases (Dropping September 19th). And later Tre’vell shares their-run in with somebody’s Bible-thumping grandmother during their book tour of We see Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film. On this week’s episode, journalists Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss the very complex and complicado career of Don Lemon, and how his legacy has not only affected pop culture, but the Black community. Our hosts get into the dichotomy of the journalist, as both a victim and perpetrator of homophobia and anti-blackness. But first, a special FANTI exclusive on Tre’vell and jarrett’s upcoming book, Historically Black Phrases (Dropping September 19th). And later Tre’vell shares their-run in with somebody’s Bible-thumping grandmother during their book tour of We see Each Other: A Black Trans Journey Through Television and Film. historically black phrases, transparent, paula williams madison, ablss, trace lysette, police free campus, monica, hbo max, nabjla, cnn, don lemon, wseo, showtime, a black lady sketch show, couples therapy, ferguson, don lemon tonight true full 170 5a3cf8db-e2aa-4900-bd44-d24496a3c212 We See Each Other: Remain Teachable (ft. Lina Bradford) FANTI presents: Episode #2,“Remain Teachable” of We See Each Other: The Podcast, hosted by FANTI’s very own, award-winning journalist and authoress, Trev’ell Anderson, and FANTI MVP, award-winning journalist and media personality, Shar Jossell. 

Join the conversation on Trans visibility in media and go to SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther to share your thoughts. 

Mentioned In The Episode 

Soldier's Girl (2003) 

P - Valley (2020) 

Eden’s garden

Candis Cayne of Dirty Sexy Money

Lady Bunny

Lypsinka

In The DollHouse With Lina

 

If you want to learn more about trans visibility and issues, here are some FANTI episodes to brush up on: 

Episode 165, Outta Pocket

Episode 160, And The Nonbinary Oscar Goes To…

Episode 132, Black, Queer & Visible (ft. Ryan Mitchell) 

Episode 78, No Cis-sies Allowed (ft. Dashaun Harrison) 

 

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Music: Neverending Nina

We See Each Other: The Podcast is supported by Critical Minded, an initiative to invest in cultural critics of color co founded by The Nathan Cummings Foundation and The Ford Foundation. It’s a production of Slayzhon and Maximum Fun! 

]]> Thu, 11 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ FANTI presents: Episode #2,“Remain Teachable” of We See Each Other: The Podcast, hosted by FANTI’s very own, award-winning journalist and authoress, Trev’ell Anderson, and FANTI MVP, award-winning journalist and media personality, Shar Jossell. 

Join the conversation on Trans visibility in media and go to SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther to share your thoughts. 

Mentioned In The Episode 

Soldier's Girl (2003) 

P - Valley (2020) 

Eden’s garden

Candis Cayne of Dirty Sexy Money

Lady Bunny

Lypsinka

In The DollHouse With Lina

 

If you want to learn more about trans visibility and issues, here are some FANTI episodes to brush up on: 

Episode 165, Outta Pocket

Episode 160, And The Nonbinary Oscar Goes To…

Episode 132, Black, Queer & Visible (ft. Ryan Mitchell) 

Episode 78, No Cis-sies Allowed (ft. Dashaun Harrison) 

 

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Music: Neverending Nina (IG @neverendingninanotes)

Producer: Palmira C. Muñiz

Senior Producer: Laura Swisher

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Neverending Nina

We See Each Other: The Podcast is supported by Critical Minded, an initiative to invest in cultural critics of color co founded by The Nathan Cummings Foundation and The Ford Foundation. It’s a production of Slayzhon and Maximum Fun! 

]]> We See Each Other: Remain Teachable (ft. Lina Bradford) Maximum Fun 00:47:50 We’re shaking things up a bit this week, beautiful people! FANTI brings you, [cue drum roll]...an episode of We See Each Other: The Podcast hosted by FANTI’s very own, award-winning journalist and authoress, Trev’ell Anderson, and FANTI MVP, award-winning journalist and media personality, Shar Jossell. The first two episodes of the nine episode series are both available to download right now, but what you’re about to hear is episode #2, “Remain Teachable” featuring the incomparable actress, dancer, and DJ, Lina Bradford. Lina came up in the NYC club scene in the 80s, and speaks to how far the culture has shifted with regard to trans visibility, and why it’s important for this new generation of trans people to appreciate and acknowledge the activism of our trancestors that’s paved the way for this moment of trans visibility, and its accompanying backlash. Over the course of this series, Tre’vell and Shar will be including the personal experiences of ‘everyday’ trans people. To that end, anyone in community who wishes to comment on or speak to issues brought up on the show, please share your thoughts with them. We’ve made it easy to record a message. Just click SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther and follow the very simple instructions. If you’d like to email Shar and Tre’vell, you can send any message to FANTI@maximumfun.org and put WSEO in the subject line. We’re shaking things up a bit this week, beautiful people! FANTI brings you, [cue drum roll]...an episode of We See Each Other: The Podcast hosted by FANTI’s very own, award-winning journalist and authoress, Trev’ell Anderson, and FANTI MVP, award-winning journalist and media personality, Shar Jossell. The first two episodes of the nine episode series are both available to download right now, but what you’re about to hear is episode #2, “Remain Teachable” featuring the incomparable actress, dancer, and DJ, Lina Bradford. Lina came up in the NYC club scene in the 80s, and speaks to how far the culture has shifted with regard to trans visibility, and why it’s important for this new generation of trans people to appreciate and acknowledge the activism of our trancestors that’s paved the way for this moment of trans visibility, and its accompanying backlash. Over the course of this series, Tre’vell and Shar will be including the personal experiences of ‘everyday’ trans people. To that end, anyone in community who wishes to comment on or speak to issues brought up on the show, please share your thoughts with them. We’ve made it easy to record a message. Just click SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther and follow the very simple instructions. If you’d like to email Shar and Tre’vell, you can send any message to FANTI@maximumfun.org and put WSEO in the subject line. eden’s garden, soldier’s girl, stonewall, dirty sexy money, p-valley, trans visibility, rupaul, lina bradford, wseo, candis cayne true full 169 febf7869-0da4-443b-8b1a-3c37558a390b Pasifika Pride (ft.Kristian Fanene Schmidt) Special guest, Executive Director and Co - founder of PEAK, Kristian Fanene Schmidt  joins FANTI in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. But first, jarrett poses the tough question: have you given yourself permission to be happy? That and a special announcement from Tre’vell about We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film, out May 9th.

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Mentioned in this episode

Asia Jackson - An afro filipina and creator of the hashtag #MagandaMorenx,

We See Each Other: The Podcast 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

hm: “Unserious” as a pop culture term.

hm: Haylee Marie Norman’s new podcast, Datemare

hm: Tiffany D. Loftin’s How We Get Free podcast

hm: Kid Fury & Crissle, The Read anniversary tour canceled

Hm: Sherri Shepherd nabbing four Daytime Emmy nominations for Sherri

Plugs:

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We See Each Other Book signing: Brooklyn Barnes and the Noble on Atlantic Ave May 11 at 6:30 ET

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]]> Thu, 4 May 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Special guest, Executive Director and Co - founder of PEAK, Kristian Fanene Schmidt  joins FANTI in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. But first, jarrett poses the tough question: have you given yourself permission to be happy? That and a special announcement from Tre’vell about We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film, out May 9th.

Watch Us On Youtube!

Mentioned in this episode

Asia Jackson - An afro filipina and creator of the hashtag #MagandaMorenx,

We See Each Other: The Podcast 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

hm: “Unserious” as a pop culture term.

hm: Haylee Marie Norman’s new podcast, Datemare

hm: Tiffany D. Loftin’s How We Get Free podcast

hm: Kid Fury & Crissle, The Read anniversary tour canceled

Hm: Sherri Shepherd nabbing four Daytime Emmy nominations for Sherri

Plugs:

Subscribe to We See Each Other: The Podcast 

IG: 

Pre - order the book We See Each Other out May 9th! 

Follow @Slayzhon on Instagram for WSEO content

We See Each Other Book signing: Brooklyn Barnes and the Noble on Atlantic Ave May 11 at 6:30 ET

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Wild Grain is the first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

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]]> Pasifika Pride (ft.Kristian Fanene Schmidt) Maximum Fun 01:05:27 On this week’s episode, FANTI hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill kick off the celebration of AAPI Heritage Month - cause there’s Black people in every community! - With very special guest, Executive Director and Co - founder of PEAK, Kristian Fanene Schmidt, who shares his expertise on the state of AAPI representation in media. But first, in A Tough Question, jarrett asks: Have you given yourself permission to be happy? Plus, authoress Tre’vell Anderson has a special announcement about their debut book, We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film, out May 9th. On this week’s episode, FANTI hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill kick off the celebration of AAPI Heritage Month - cause there’s Black people in every community! - With very special guest, Executive Director and Co - founder of PEAK, Kristian Fanene Schmidt, who shares his expertise on the state of AAPI representation in media. But first, in A Tough Question, jarrett asks: Have you given yourself permission to be happy? Plus, authoress Tre’vell Anderson has a special announcement about their debut book, We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film, out May 9th. peak pasifika, aapi, magandamorenx, aapi heritage month, asia jackson, wseo true full 168 12ad07a0-e468-47e5-a942-5feb352c9eaa What Was Said This week, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill get into listener questions and comments from social media 

Mentioned In This Episode:

Ep #161 Color Of Friendship 

EP# 165 Outta Pocket

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill get into listener questions and comments from social media 

Mentioned In This Episode:

Ep #161 Color Of Friendship 

EP# 165 Outta Pocket

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Jarrett Hill

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@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> What Was Said Maximum Fun 00:43:41 This week jarrett and Tre’vell respond to listener questions and comments from social media, and even a swim class invite (sorry jarrett). Let’s hope everyone learns how to administer CPR (or “R - uh” as Tre’vell says) in time. Plus, the hosts get into the back story of how they started the show at Maximum Fun, feedback on the Color of Friendship episode, and more. This week jarrett and Tre’vell respond to listener questions and comments from social media, and even a swim class invite (sorry jarrett). Let’s hope everyone learns how to administer CPR (or “R - uh” as Tre’vell says) in time. Plus, the hosts get into the back story of how they started the show at Maximum Fun, feedback on the Color of Friendship episode, and more. interracial friending, fantifam, maximumfun true full 167 96f2dd07-0f99-4292-8b92-96f29e9d34ca Shut Up & Watch Party On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss group watch party etiquette and rank their favorite white women of color singers. 

Mentioned In This Episode

Tori Kelly’s appearance on The View   

Curator, Activist and the catalyst behind the Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Center , Arturo Alfonso Schomburg

Press Your Luck theme song

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

DM: People with their cars, alarms & music 

TA 

HM: Game Shows 

RuPaul’s new game show Lingo on CBS

 

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss group watch party etiquette and rank their favorite white women of color singers. 

Mentioned In This Episode

Tori Kelly’s appearance on The View   

Curator, Activist and the catalyst behind the Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Center , Arturo Alfonso Schomburg

Press Your Luck theme song

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

DM: People with their cars, alarms & music 

TA 

HM: Game Shows 

RuPaul’s new game show Lingo on CBS

 

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’vell)

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@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> Shut Up & Watch Party Maximum Fun 00:57:36 On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss the do’s and don'ts of a group watch party. The two have complex feelings on what the correct etiquette is, but both have the same one big take away: the food better be good. But first, Tre’vell and jarrett rank their favorite WWOC (white women of color) singers. On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss the do’s and don'ts of a group watch party. The two have complex feelings on what the correct etiquette is, but both have the same one big take away: the food better be good. But first, Tre’vell and jarrett rank their favorite WWOC (white women of color) singers. jojo, yebba, jessie j, tori kelly, teena marie, arturo alfonso schomburg, celine dion, pink, kelly clarkson true full 166 8815e5fe-7df0-47e9-a625-f416d15bcb03 Outta Pocket Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson define outing as disclosing information on a person’s sexuality, gender, health, etc. without their permission and consent, and dive into the repercussions of outing. 

Mentioned in This episode 

LSU, women’s basketball champs

Chlöe Bailey

Texas Southern University’s cheer squad

My Name is Mo'nique on Netflix 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

jh

HM: Alfred “Shivy” Brooks II

HM: Southern Roots Vegan Bakery

HM: Larae Ferry 

TA

M: Tennessee State Rep. Justin Jones and Tennessee State Rep. Justin Pearson

 

Go ahead and @ us

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Watch Us On YouTube!

]]> Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson define outing as disclosing information on a person’s sexuality, gender, health, etc. without their permission and consent, and dive into the repercussions of outing. 

Mentioned in This episode 

LSU, women’s basketball champs

Chlöe Bailey

Texas Southern University’s cheer squad

My Name is Mo'nique on Netflix 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

jh

HM: Alfred “Shivy” Brooks II

HM: Southern Roots Vegan Bakery

HM: Larae Ferry 

TA

M: Tennessee State Rep. Justin Jones and Tennessee State Rep. Justin Pearson

 

Go ahead and @ us

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@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> Outta Pocket Maximum Fun 01:01:41 Back in March, it was reported that very anti - queer and very married Tennessee LT. Governor Randy McNally was caught using his main instagram account to interact with sexually suggestive social media posts belonging to the account of a much younger queer man. Despite his very firm stance on banning drag in Tennessee, McNally was “outed” publically. Outing is defined as disclosing information on a person’s sexuality, gender, health, etc. without their permission and consent, and on this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill pose the question: Is it ever acceptable to “out” or disclose information about a person without their knowledge or consent? The two discuss their experiences with being outed in the past, and the repercussions. They also get into the differences between “DL”, “Discreet” and “Masc”, and how correcting someone using the wrong pronouns may not always be safe. But first, thoughts on Jill Biden’s buffoonery with LSU’s women’s basketball team. Back in March, it was reported that very anti - queer and very married Tennessee LT. Governor Randy McNally was caught using his main instagram account to interact with sexually suggestive social media posts belonging to the account of a much younger queer man. Despite his very firm stance on banning drag in Tennessee, McNally was “outed” publically. Outing is defined as disclosing information on a person’s sexuality, gender, health, etc. without their permission and consent, and on this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill pose the question: Is it ever acceptable to “out” or disclose information about a person without their knowledge or consent? The two discuss their experiences with being outed in the past, and the repercussions. They also get into the differences between “DL”, “Discreet” and “Masc”, and how correcting someone using the wrong pronouns may not always be safe. But first, thoughts on Jill Biden’s buffoonery with LSU’s women’s basketball team. lsu, cheer, dl, chlöe bailey, texas southern university, netflix, my name is monique, masc, discreet, outing true full 165 e45a5019-e8b3-4cfb-bf6b-c0e6e1624dd1 Beauty Is Only Skin Deep (ft. Darian Symoné Harvin) Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss some ins and outs of the Beauty Industry from Beauty news journalist and editor, Darian Symoné Harvin. But first, what does it take to be a journalist? A lot more than a google search, despite what Real Housewives Of Atlanta’s Porsha Williams’ thinks.  

Mentioned In This Episode

Porsha Williams

Studio Symoné

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: The Beauty of Blackness

TA

HM: GLAAD Honors event 

HM: Region IV Conference in Phoenix

HM: A&E Media Institute 

 

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Wild Grain is the first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

 

Go ahead and @ us

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 6 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss some ins and outs of the Beauty Industry from Beauty news journalist and editor, Darian Symoné Harvin. But first, what does it take to be a journalist? A lot more than a google search, despite what Real Housewives Of Atlanta’s Porsha Williams’ thinks.  

Mentioned In This Episode

Porsha Williams

Studio Symoné

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: The Beauty of Blackness

TA

HM: GLAAD Honors event 

HM: Region IV Conference in Phoenix

HM: A&E Media Institute 

 

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Wild Grain is the first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

 

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@rayzon (Tre’vell)

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@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz) 

@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Beauty Is Only Skin Deep (ft. Darian Symoné Harvin) Maximum Fun 01:01:41 So much can be said about the beauty industry, as it is one of today’s fastest growing industries. This week, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill speak with beauty reporter Darian Symoné Harvin, as she elaborates on what it means to cover beauty at the intersection of politics and pop culture. But first, jarrett poses the question: Is Real Housewives Of Atlanta’s Porsha Williams a journalist? While guest hosting The Breakfast Club, the reality star spoke of feeling “unsupported” and “attacked” by the questions Tamron Hall–a legit journalist– asked of her. So much can be said about the beauty industry, as it is one of today’s fastest growing industries. This week, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill speak with beauty reporter Darian Symoné Harvin, as she elaborates on what it means to cover beauty at the intersection of politics and pop culture. But first, jarrett poses the question: Is Real Housewives Of Atlanta’s Porsha Williams a journalist? While guest hosting The Breakfast Club, the reality star spoke of feeling “unsupported” and “attacked” by the questions Tamron Hall–a legit journalist– asked of her. trends, porsha williams, pop culture, skincare, studio simone, megan thee stallion, make up, angel reese, fashion, tamron hall, brands, marketing, beauty, box braids, sha’carri richardson, rhoa true full 164 2a25546b-9840-4c05-a272-a8c73310f9a6 (Don’t) Take Me To Church **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 at maximumfun.org/join. 

On this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell talk about church. Can we get an A - THEM?! The hosts examine their experiences growing up in church as baby queers, bringing up the good parts and a lot of the bad. But first, in the wake of Jonathan Majors' arrest on Saturday for alleged domestic assault, our hosts react to the conversations happening online. [Note: this conversation was recorded on Tuesday, March 28th]

Mentioned in this Episode 

Jonathan Majors 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

dm: Plus size fashion (But shout out to TrendyCurvy on combating fatphobia in the fashion world)

hm: Tre’vell, Ray Love, Mary Grace and the whole team of NABJLA

hm: Black guy voice of Siri

TA

HM: Give Them Their Flowers—An Exhibit of Black LGBTQ+ Miami History

DM: Spotify

HM: Trans Week of Visibility and Action

 

To SUPPORT FANTI

Support the Maximum Fun Drive! 

Fanti, like all shows on the Maximum Fun network, operates on a membership model and the only way we can make the show is if people support it financially, and this year we really want to make it count. We’re offering a number of great thank you gifts when you go to maximumfun.org/join. Join at whatever level works for you but please join so we can keep making all this good good!

Among the gifts we’re offering:

For $5 a month will get you bonus content from us and ALL the shows on the network - which includes a very special reading from Tre’vell’s new book, We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film with a Q&A curated by jarrett afterwards. 

For $10 a month, you get all the bonus content PLUS one of 37 show stickers. These stickers are RESTICKABLE.

For $20 a month, you can choose between our MaxFun Culinary Kit or a lovely embroidered Rocket Hat. 

For $35 a month, you get an awesome embroidered Rocket Apron.

For $100 a month, you’ll have total HQ Access! That means exclusive quarterly virtual hang time with MaxFun hosts and staff.

Keep FANTI going and please join us as a member!

Go ahead and @ us

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@vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz)

@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 30 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ **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 at maximumfun.org/join. 

On this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell talk about church. Can we get an A - THEM?! The hosts examine their experiences growing up in church as baby queers, bringing up the good parts and a lot of the bad. But first, in the wake of Jonathan Majors' arrest on Saturday for alleged domestic assault, our hosts react to the conversations happening online. [Note: this conversation was recorded on Tuesday, March 28th]

Mentioned in this Episode 

Jonathan Majors 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

dm: Plus size fashion (But shout out to TrendyCurvy on combating fatphobia in the fashion world)

hm: Tre’vell, Ray Love, Mary Grace and the whole team of NABJLA

hm: Black guy voice of Siri

TA

HM: Give Them Their Flowers—An Exhibit of Black LGBTQ+ Miami History

DM: Spotify

HM: Trans Week of Visibility and Action

 

To SUPPORT FANTI

Support the Maximum Fun Drive! 

Fanti, like all shows on the Maximum Fun network, operates on a membership model and the only way we can make the show is if people support it financially, and this year we really want to make it count. We’re offering a number of great thank you gifts when you go to maximumfun.org/join. Join at whatever level works for you but please join so we can keep making all this good good!

Among the gifts we’re offering:

For $5 a month will get you bonus content from us and ALL the shows on the network - which includes a very special reading from Tre’vell’s new book, We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film with a Q&A curated by jarrett afterwards. 

For $10 a month, you get all the bonus content PLUS one of 37 show stickers. These stickers are RESTICKABLE.

For $20 a month, you can choose between our MaxFun Culinary Kit or a lovely embroidered Rocket Hat. 

For $35 a month, you get an awesome embroidered Rocket Apron.

For $100 a month, you’ll have total HQ Access! That means exclusive quarterly virtual hang time with MaxFun hosts and staff.

Keep FANTI going and please join us as a member!

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> (Don’t) Take Me To Church Maximum Fun 01:15:00 On this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell talk about church. Can we get an A - THEM?! The hosts examine their experiences growing up in church as baby gays, and now as out adults. jarrett is attending church again, and in a “state of flow." Tre’vell has expanded the definition of “church”, and their house of worship has strobe lights. But first, in the wake of Jonathan Majors' arrest on Saturday for alleged domestic assault, our hosts react to the conversations happening online. [Note: this conversation was recorded on Tuesday, March 28th] On this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell talk about church. Can we get an A - THEM?! The hosts examine their experiences growing up in church as baby gays, and now as out adults. jarrett is attending church again, and in a “state of flow." Tre’vell has expanded the definition of “church”, and their house of worship has strobe lights. But first, in the wake of Jonathan Majors' arrest on Saturday for alleged domestic assault, our hosts react to the conversations happening online. [Note: this conversation was recorded on Tuesday, March 28th] michael b. jordan, ebony magazine, church, creed iii, jonathan majors, ajita wilson, nabj, nabjla true full 163 56383fe0-5fd4-4c28-9297-a69adc167e57 We See Each Other BOCO Teaser To get the full BOCO, you know what you gotta do! Become a Maximum Fun member - go to maximumfun.org/join and become a MaxFun member today!

]]> Tue, 28 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ To get the full BOCO, you know what you gotta do! Become a Maximum Fun member - go to maximumfun.org/join and become a MaxFun member today!

]]> We See Each Other BOCO Teaser Maximum Fun 00:04:45 Ready for some FANTI BOCO? Here’s a little taste of what you’ll be getting if you sign up for a membership today! A special reading from We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film read by Authoress Tre’vell Anderson and with a Q&A led by jarrett hill. Ready for some FANTI BOCO? Here’s a little taste of what you’ll be getting if you sign up for a membership today! A special reading from We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film read by Authoress Tre’vell Anderson and with a Q&A led by jarrett hill. maxfundrive, maximum fun true full 163 9e8f435f-b56b-4e92-a06f-af785d07024f Can Copaganda Ever Be Good? ft. Tia Oso & Dr. Jared Loggins **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 at maximumfun.org/join.

Who’s bringing the potato salad to the Donald Trump is Going to Jail party? Jarrett’s got sign up sheets! Then later, the hosts bring you the long awaited Copaganda conversation with special guests, Tia Oso, the executive director of BLD PWR Productions,  and Dr. Jared Loggins, Assistant Professor of Black Studies at Amherst College and co-author of Prophet of Discontent: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Critique of Racial Capitalism  as they discuss the effects Copaganda has on audiences and its insidiousness.

Mentioned In this Episode

Donald Trump

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM: Janelle James and her opening monologue at the 2023 Writers Guild Awards 

TA

HM: Tre’vell takes a moment to celebrate themselves. 

 

To SUPPORT FANTI

Support the Maximum Fun Drive! 

FANTI, like all shows on the Maximum Fun network, operates on a membership model and the only way we can make the show is if people support it financially, and this year we really want to make it count. We’re offering a number of great thank you gifts when you go to maximumfun.org/join. Join at whatever level works for you but please join so we can keep making all this good good!

Among the gifts we’re offering:

For $5 a month, you will get you bonus content from us and ALL the shows on the network - which includes a very special reading from Tre’vell’s new book, We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film with a Q&A curated by jarrett afterwards. 

For $10 a month, you get all the bonus content PLUS one of 37 show stickers. These stickers are RESTICKABLE.

For $20 a month, you can choose between our MaxFun Culinary Kit or a lovely embroidered Rocket Hat. 

For $35 a month, you get an awesome embroidered Rocket Apron.

For $100 a month, you’ll have total HQ Access! That means exclusive quarterly virtual hang time with MaxFun hosts and staff.

Keep FANTI going and please join us as a member!

 

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 23 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ **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 at maximumfun.org/join.

Who’s bringing the potato salad to the Donald Trump is Going to Jail party? Jarrett’s got sign up sheets! Then later, the hosts bring you the long awaited Copaganda conversation with special guests, Tia Oso, the executive director of BLD PWR Productions,  and Dr. Jared Loggins, Assistant Professor of Black Studies at Amherst College and co-author of Prophet of Discontent: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Critique of Racial Capitalism  as they discuss the effects Copaganda has on audiences and its insidiousness.

Mentioned In this Episode

Donald Trump

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM: Janelle James and her opening monologue at the 2023 Writers Guild Awards 

TA

HM: Tre’vell takes a moment to celebrate themselves. 

 

To SUPPORT FANTI

Support the Maximum Fun Drive! 

FANTI, like all shows on the Maximum Fun network, operates on a membership model and the only way we can make the show is if people support it financially, and this year we really want to make it count. We’re offering a number of great thank you gifts when you go to maximumfun.org/join. Join at whatever level works for you but please join so we can keep making all this good good!

Among the gifts we’re offering:

For $5 a month, you will get you bonus content from us and ALL the shows on the network - which includes a very special reading from Tre’vell’s new book, We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film with a Q&A curated by jarrett afterwards. 

For $10 a month, you get all the bonus content PLUS one of 37 show stickers. These stickers are RESTICKABLE.

For $20 a month, you can choose between our MaxFun Culinary Kit or a lovely embroidered Rocket Hat. 

For $35 a month, you get an awesome embroidered Rocket Apron.

For $100 a month, you’ll have total HQ Access! That means exclusive quarterly virtual hang time with MaxFun hosts and staff.

Keep FANTI going and please join us as a member!

 

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Can Copaganda Ever Be Good? ft. Tia Oso & Dr. Jared Loggins Maximum Fun 01:14:35 It’s finally here, the long awaited…*drum roll please*...Copaganda episode! That’s right, our hosts were finally able to have a sit down with Tia Oso, the executive director of BLD PWR Productions, and Dr. Jared Loggins, Assistant Professor of Black Studies at Amherst College and co-author of Prophet of Discontent: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Critique of Racial Capitalism to discuss the effects Copaganda has on audiences and its insidiousness. But first - what y’all bringing to the Donald Trump is Going to Jail Party? And don’t say plates and napkins! It’s finally here, the long awaited…*drum roll please*...Copaganda episode! That’s right, our hosts were finally able to have a sit down with Tia Oso, the executive director of BLD PWR Productions, and Dr. Jared Loggins, Assistant Professor of Black Studies at Amherst College and co-author of Prophet of Discontent: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Critique of Racial Capitalism to discuss the effects Copaganda has on audiences and its insidiousness. But first - what y’all bringing to the Donald Trump is Going to Jail Party? And don’t say plates and napkins! maximum fun drive, copaganda, donald trump, jewel thais williams true full 162 6036daca-c5f2-4863-b4df-b06383b7e1b4 And The Nonbinary Oscar Goes To… And the nonbinary Oscar goes to…Well, The Academy isn’t there quite yet. Nevertheless, jarrett and Tre’vell grapple with the question: Is it time we leave gender out of awards? They get into some of the thornier issues award shows face navigating gender in honoring artists.  Plus, is jarrett fatphobic (again) for donning shapewear? Tre’vell has thoughts. They cover all this and more!  

 

Mentioned in this Episode

Shapewear and Fatphobia 

Degendering Awards

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Sommore: Queen Chandelier on Netflix

HM: Just Like Me! book box

TA:

HM: Healthy Roots Dolls

DM: Better Brothers LA 

M: Do your taxes!

 

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Brooklinen makes shifting seasons something to look forward to. Find everything you need for a home refresh, with award-winning sheets, comforters, and all the accessories in between.

And to all the LA folks, you can now shop Brooklinen’s sheets, towels and more in person at their Santa Monica store.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners will get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100 or more by using the code FANTI. 

 

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

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]]> Thu, 9 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ And the nonbinary Oscar goes to…Well, The Academy isn’t there quite yet. Nevertheless, jarrett and Tre’vell grapple with the question: Is it time we leave gender out of awards? They get into some of the thornier issues award shows face navigating gender in honoring artists.  Plus, is jarrett fatphobic (again) for donning shapewear? Tre’vell has thoughts. They cover all this and more!  

 

Mentioned in this Episode

Shapewear and Fatphobia 

Degendering Awards

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Sommore: Queen Chandelier on Netflix

HM: Just Like Me! book box

TA:

HM: Healthy Roots Dolls

DM: Better Brothers LA 

M: Do your taxes!

 

Our Sponsors This Week

Brooklinen

Brooklinen makes shifting seasons something to look forward to. Find everything you need for a home refresh, with award-winning sheets, comforters, and all the accessories in between.

And to all the LA folks, you can now shop Brooklinen’s sheets, towels and more in person at their Santa Monica store.

For a limited time, FANTI listeners will get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100 or more by using the code FANTI. 

 

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> And The Nonbinary Oscar Goes To… Maximum Fun 01:13:10 And the nonbinary Oscar goes to…Well, The Academy isn’t there quite yet. Nevertheless, jarrett and Tre’vell grapple with the question: Is it time we leave gender out of awards? They get into some of the thornier issues award shows face navigating gender in honoring artists. Plus, is jarrett fatphobic (again) for donning shapewear? Tre’vell has thoughts. They cover all this and more! And the nonbinary Oscar goes to…Well, The Academy isn’t there quite yet. Nevertheless, jarrett and Tre’vell grapple with the question: Is it time we leave gender out of awards? They get into some of the thornier issues award shows face navigating gender in honoring artists. Plus, is jarrett fatphobic (again) for donning shapewear? Tre’vell has thoughts. They cover all this and more! lizzo, dei, monique, spirit awards, just like me book box, nonbinary, shapewear, healthy roots dolls, beyonce, halle berry, oscars, sommore, fatphobia, dr phil, degender, bet awards, yitty, oprah true full 160 50ae4291-7a50-4708-b482-52de3d736991 Did You Miss Us? …And we’re back. Did you miss us? Of course you did with all this new FANTI good good! New season, new topics, and a whole new look - we are BACK with a brand new episode of Season 4. 

Mentioned In This Episode

The Future is Black

MuneHues

Historically Black Phrases

Rihanna (super bowl/vogue cover)

Black ASL Super Bowl interpreter, Justina Miles

New York Times Trans Letter

Ivy Park

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Lee Edward Colston II - playwright, actor who wrote The First Deep Breath, showing at the Geffen Playhouse. Closing this weekend, March 5th.

HM: Phillip Bullock - operatic baritone who played the God of Love in the Long Beach Opera’s production of The Romance of the Rose

HM: David Quarles IV -  interior designer who just announced a new line of wallpaper designs with Chasing Paper

TA

HM: Danyel Smith profile on SZA, New York Times Magazine

HM: Hunter Harris on Usher, GQ

Plugs

 

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Wild Grain is the first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries. 

For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.  

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

 

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 2 Mar 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ …And we’re back. Did you miss us? Of course you did with all this new FANTI good good! New season, new topics, and a whole new look - we are BACK with a brand new episode of Season 4. 

Mentioned In This Episode

The Future is Black

MuneHues

Historically Black Phrases

Rihanna (super bowl/vogue cover)

Black ASL Super Bowl interpreter, Justina Miles

New York Times Trans Letter

Ivy Park

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Lee Edward Colston II - playwright, actor who wrote The First Deep Breath, showing at the Geffen Playhouse. Closing this weekend, March 5th.

HM: Phillip Bullock - operatic baritone who played the God of Love in the Long Beach Opera’s production of The Romance of the Rose

HM: David Quarles IV -  interior designer who just announced a new line of wallpaper designs with Chasing Paper

TA

HM: Danyel Smith profile on SZA, New York Times Magazine

HM: Hunter Harris on Usher, GQ

Plugs

 

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Wild Grain is the first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries. 

For a limited time, FANTI listeners can get $30 off their first box, plus free croissants in every box with their subscription.  

To get this offer, go to: Wildgrain.com/FANTI. FANTI listeners can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

 

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Did You Miss Us? Maximum Fun 00:55:53 …And we’re back! A lot of stuff happened during jarrett and Tre’vell’s hiatus, so to kick off SEASON FOUR of FANTI, we’re catching up on some of the hot topics we missed while we were away. We touch on Rihanna and the superbowl, Black-as-hell ASL, the New York Times Trans Letter, and more. So strap in, cause we’re bringing you even more of that FANTI good good. It’s a brand new season with a whole new look, new topics and a new way to enjoy the show. …And we’re back! A lot of stuff happened during jarrett and Tre’vell’s hiatus, so to kick off SEASON FOUR of FANTI, we’re catching up on some of the hot topics we missed while we were away. We touch on Rihanna and the superbowl, Black-as-hell ASL, the New York Times Trans Letter, and more. So strap in, cause we’re bringing you even more of that FANTI good good. It’s a brand new season with a whole new look, new topics and a new way to enjoy the show. historically black phrases, columbia college chicago, the future is black, superbowl, ivy park, vogue, geffen playhouse, rihanna, munehues, nabjla, deborah cox, new york times trans letter, justina miles, asl true full 159 7a73d937-680c-4565-9034-d1298e2163cf The Best Has Yet To Come (The Compilation Episode) Our FANTI producers are on the mic in this week’s episode! We take a stroll down memory lane and recount all our favorite moments that are in the spirit of Black History Month.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Every Day is Black History

Why White People Love Wakanda

Traveling While Black

(In Our) Light Skinned Feelings (ft. Charles H.F. Davis III)

Mental Health Culture (ft. Spirit)

 

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Have more meals with family and friends this year, with Wildgrain! The first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries. For a limited time, can get $30 off the first box – PLUS free Croissants in every box – when you go to Wildgrain.com/FANTI to start your subscription. You can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

 

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Our FANTI producers are on the mic in this week’s episode! We take a stroll down memory lane and recount all our favorite moments that are in the spirit of Black History Month.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Every Day is Black History

Why White People Love Wakanda

Traveling While Black

(In Our) Light Skinned Feelings (ft. Charles H.F. Davis III)

Mental Health Culture (ft. Spirit)

 

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Have more meals with family and friends this year, with Wildgrain! The first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries. For a limited time, can get $30 off the first box – PLUS free Croissants in every box – when you go to Wildgrain.com/FANTI to start your subscription. You can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

 

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> The Best Has Yet To Come (The Compilation Episode) Maximum Fun 00:51:39 Our FANTI producers are on the mic in this week’s episode! We take a stroll down memory lane and recount all our favorite moments that are in the spirit of Black History Month. Our FANTI producers are on the mic in this week’s episode! We take a stroll down memory lane and recount all our favorite moments that are in the spirit of Black History Month. mental health, micro - agressions, the white gaze, travel, wellness, wakanda, traveling while black, black history month, colorism, best of, black media true full 158 aecea5c5-bfcd-46a1-b870-9a9ce29c62c6 Love the Work, Meh the Artist Episode Notes:

If you tuned into last week’s minisode, you’d know we discussed the struggle that comes with enjoying an artist as a person, but their art…maybe not so much. This week we flip the script and discuss the art that we absolutely love and the artists who we actually can’t stand that made it. 

Mentioned on the show

Dave Chapelle, Kanye West, Bill Cosby, Michael Jackson, R.Kelly, Elon Musk, Copaganda, Cancel Culture, Queerty 

Our Sponsors This Week

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If you’re thinking of giving therapy a try, BetterHelp is a great option. It’s convenient, flexible, affordable, and entirely online, and you can switch therapists at any time. If you want to live a more empowered life, therapy can get you there. Visit BetterHelp dot com slash FANTI today to get 10% off your first month.

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Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Episode Notes:

If you tuned into last week’s minisode, you’d know we discussed the struggle that comes with enjoying an artist as a person, but their art…maybe not so much. This week we flip the script and discuss the art that we absolutely love and the artists who we actually can’t stand that made it. 

Mentioned on the show

Dave Chapelle, Kanye West, Bill Cosby, Michael Jackson, R.Kelly, Elon Musk, Copaganda, Cancel Culture, Queerty 

Our Sponsors This Week

Better Help 

If you’re thinking of giving therapy a try, BetterHelp is a great option. It’s convenient, flexible, affordable, and entirely online, and you can switch therapists at any time. If you want to live a more empowered life, therapy can get you there. Visit BetterHelp dot com slash FANTI today to get 10% off your first month.

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@Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Love the Work, Meh the Artist Maximum Fun 00:17:26 If you tuned into last week’s minisode, you’ll know we discussed the struggle that comes with enjoying an artist as a person, but their art…maybe not so much. This week we flip the script and discuss the art that we absolutely love and the artists who we actually can’t stand that made it. If you tuned into last week’s minisode, you’ll know we discussed the struggle that comes with enjoying an artist as a person, but their art…maybe not so much. This week we flip the script and discuss the art that we absolutely love and the artists who we actually can’t stand that made it. copaganda, elon musk, kanye west, dave chapelle, michael jackson, r. kelly, bill cosby, queerty, cancel culture true full 157 d4a5110f-2cf6-4cce-bb7b-0d1e9e1223a9 Love the Artist, Meh the Work Have you ever liked an artist for who they are, but not necessarily for what they bring to the table? In this week’s minisode, Tre’vell and jarrett discuss artists they love but feel meh about their art.

Mentioned in this episode 

Lizzo, Megan Thee Stallion, Oprah, Jennifer Hudson

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Have more meals with family and friends this year, with Wildgrain! The first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries. For a limited time, can get $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/FANTI to start your subscription. You can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

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Music: Cor.ece

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]]> Thu, 9 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Have you ever liked an artist for who they are, but not necessarily for what they bring to the table? In this week’s minisode, Tre’vell and jarrett discuss artists they love but feel meh about their art.

Mentioned in this episode 

Lizzo, Megan Thee Stallion, Oprah, Jennifer Hudson

Our Sponsors This Week

Wild Grain

Have more meals with family and friends this year, with Wildgrain! The first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries. For a limited time, can get $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/FANTI to start your subscription. You can also use the promo code FANTI at checkout to get the discount.

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

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]]> Love the Artist, Meh the Work Maximum Fun 00:13:45 Have you ever liked an artist for who they are, but not necessarily for what they bring to the table? In this week’s minisode, Tre’vell and jarrett discuss artists they love, whose work is…fine? No, it is. Really! It’s fine! But the artist THE PERSON? Just the best. Have you ever liked an artist for who they are, but not necessarily for what they bring to the table? In this week’s minisode, Tre’vell and jarrett discuss artists they love, whose work is…fine? No, it is. Really! It’s fine! But the artist THE PERSON? Just the best. lizzo, jennifer hudson, megan thee stallion, fandom, critics, oprah true full 156 9486e53b-495a-4464-baf9-d29bfc9a2c78 Minisode: Hot Topics Just because we’re on a hiatus doesn’t mean we’ve run out of things to say! In this week’s minisode, jarrett shares his thoughts on You People and Tre’vell …sorta…explains why they’re not in a particular rush to see it. The two also react to the horrific behavior of the Memphis Police Department’s so-called Scorpion unit and their killing of Tyre Nichols. Plus, Tre’vell has an honorable mention that should bring some joy to word nerds.

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You People

The Future is Black

Queerty Award - VOTE FANTI

We See Each Other

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’vell HM: 

Black Crossword

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]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Just because we’re on a hiatus doesn’t mean we’ve run out of things to say! In this week’s minisode, jarrett shares his thoughts on You People and Tre’vell …sorta…explains why they’re not in a particular rush to see it. The two also react to the horrific behavior of the Memphis Police Department’s so-called Scorpion unit and their killing of Tyre Nichols. Plus, Tre’vell has an honorable mention that should bring some joy to word nerds.

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Tyre Nichols

You People

The Future is Black

Queerty Award - VOTE FANTI

We See Each Other

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’vell HM: 

Black Crossword

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]]> Minisode: Hot Topics Maximum Fun 00:26:15 Just because we’re on a hiatus doesn’t mean we’ve run out of things to say! In this week’s minisode, jarrett shares his thoughts on You People and Tre’vell …sorta…explains why they’re not in a particular rush to see it. The two also react to the horrific behavior of the Memphis Police Department’s so-called Scorpion unit and their killing of Tyre Nichols. Plus, Tre’vell has an honorable mention that should bring some joy to word nerds. Just because we’re on a hiatus doesn’t mean we’ve run out of things to say! In this week’s minisode, jarrett shares his thoughts on You People and Tre’vell …sorta…explains why they’re not in a particular rush to see it. The two also react to the horrific behavior of the Memphis Police Department’s so-called Scorpion unit and their killing of Tyre Nichols. Plus, Tre’vell has an honorable mention that should bring some joy to word nerds. julia louis-dreyfus, the future is black, queerty award, you people, we see each other, nia long, eddie murphy, tyre nichols, kenya barris true full 155 b0bab233-0605-4a6a-9b98-296b8a5c3d42 City of Angels (Ft. Brian De Los Santos) And Because we love our listeners so much, we give you the exclusive on our next move and our plans for this upcoming new season.


Mentioned in This Episode

How to LA podcast

Historically Black Phrases 

Queerty Awards (VOTE FANTI)

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett: 

HM: got 2b real — patti Lahelle 

DM: Dr. Johnathan Paul Higgens’ wine gift…

Tre'vell

HM: D. Smith’s Kokomo City and Kristen Lovell and Zackary Drucker’s The Stroll  both featured at Sundance. 

HM: The Best Man: Final Chapters - LJ, the child of main character Lance and a non - binary character on the show.  

 

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]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ And Because we love our listeners so much, we give you the exclusive on our next move and our plans for this upcoming new season.


Mentioned in This Episode

How to LA podcast

Historically Black Phrases 

Queerty Awards (VOTE FANTI)

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett: 

HM: got 2b real — patti Lahelle 

DM: Dr. Johnathan Paul Higgens’ wine gift…

Tre'vell

HM: D. Smith’s Kokomo City and Kristen Lovell and Zackary Drucker’s The Stroll  both featured at Sundance. 

HM: The Best Man: Final Chapters - LJ, the child of main character Lance and a non - binary character on the show.  

 

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]]> City of Angels (Ft. Brian De Los Santos) Maximum Fun 00:54:38 We Love LA! But the city means something different for everyone. In this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell bring on the LA expert and host of the LAist podcast, “How to LA”, Brian De Los Santos. The Angeleno speaks on stereotypes, community, asserting space as a queer POC, and his insight on how where one lives, truly does impact their unique experience. We Love LA! But the city means something different for everyone. In this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell bring on the LA expert and host of the LAist podcast, “How to LA”, Brian De Los Santos. The Angeleno speaks on stereotypes, community, asserting space as a queer POC, and his insight on how where one lives, truly does impact their unique experience. lil’ richard, historically black phrases, how to la, laist, the stroll, kokomo city, sundance, fanti conversations, queerty, los angeles true full 154 d694ff23-2a19-4f25-9840-2bf01085a8a6 Grab Me By The Stem: The Wine Episode (ft. Leslie Jones) Just because only one percent of the eleven-thousand wineries in the U.S. are Black-owned, doesn’t mean they don’t exist. To get proof, they left their homes and tracked down an expert–Leslie Jones, co-owner of Inglewood’s first and only wine bar, 1010 Wine. Thanks to their tireless reporting, jarrett and Tre’vell were able to get their hands–and mouths–on numerous glasses of wine from actual Black-owned wineries. Along the way, they learned about pushy wine reps, why it’s better to hold the stem than the bowl, and what inspires someone to open the first wine bar in Inglewood.

Mentioned in the Show

1010Wine

AAAV

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’Vell

HM: Truth Be Told on Apple TV

jarett

HM: @snoopdoggydom

Celebrating Black History Month early with her products at Target! 

DM: LAPD for the murder of Keenan Anderson

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]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Just because only one percent of the eleven-thousand wineries in the U.S. are Black-owned, doesn’t mean they don’t exist. To get proof, they left their homes and tracked down an expert–Leslie Jones, co-owner of Inglewood’s first and only wine bar, 1010 Wine. Thanks to their tireless reporting, jarrett and Tre’vell were able to get their hands–and mouths–on numerous glasses of wine from actual Black-owned wineries. Along the way, they learned about pushy wine reps, why it’s better to hold the stem than the bowl, and what inspires someone to open the first wine bar in Inglewood.

Mentioned in the Show

1010Wine

AAAV

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’Vell

HM: Truth Be Told on Apple TV

jarett

HM: @snoopdoggydom

Celebrating Black History Month early with her products at Target! 

DM: LAPD for the murder of Keenan Anderson

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]]> Grab Me By The Stem: The Wine Episode (ft. Leslie Jones) Maximum Fun 00:56:41 We're outsideee! Recording on location from Inglewood’s one and only Black Owned wine bar, 1010Wine, Tre’Vell and jarett got to have a wine down with co - founder Leslie Jones about the company and all things bougee. We're outsideee! Recording on location from Inglewood’s one and only Black Owned wine bar, 1010Wine, Tre’Vell and jarett got to have a wine down with co - founder Leslie Jones about the company and all things bougee. inglewood, aaav, black owned wine company, keenan anderson, wine, 1010wine, bougee, john june lewis sr., black owned business true full 153 0e501198-7fac-481e-8079-835755cfc73a Rested Development jarrett and Tre’vell are back at it again, refreshed from the holiday break and ready to drop some gems for our FANTIfam. Speaking of a break - when was the last time you gave yourself the opportunity to take a break? If your answer is “I can’t remember” or “a long time ago”, you’ll definitely want to take some inspiration from jarrett & Tre’vell this week.

]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ jarrett and Tre’vell are back at it again, refreshed from the holiday break and ready to drop some gems for our FANTIfam. Speaking of a break - when was the last time you gave yourself the opportunity to take a break? If your answer is “I can’t remember” or “a long time ago”, you’ll definitely want to take some inspiration from jarrett & Tre’vell this week.

]]> Rested Development Maximum Fun 01:02:14 jarrett and Tre’vell are back at it again, refreshed from the holiday break and ready to drop some gems for our FANTIfam, as the two discuss “-ussy”, as American Dialect Society’s Word of the Year and other linguist developments. Your faves also cover the importance of rest, and why rest is resistance. jarrett and Tre’vell are back at it again, refreshed from the holiday break and ready to drop some gems for our FANTIfam, as the two discuss “-ussy”, as American Dialect Society’s Word of the Year and other linguist developments. Your faves also cover the importance of rest, and why rest is resistance. tags: tricia hersey, historically black phrases, word of the year, rest is resistance, uncle nearest, aave, m3gan, nap ministry, call me cleo, akela cooper, andrew tate, morality clauses, american dialect society, therapy, greta thunberg, “-ussification”, new year true full 152 205a8068-94bb-4590-9bf9-9cdc9022c28c The FANTI Forecast Pre-order Tre’vell’s book: We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film,

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]]> Thu, 5 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Pre-order Tre’vell’s book: We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film,

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]]> The FANTI Forecast Maximum Fun 00:23:32 Happy new year, FANTIfam! When this episode goes live, Tre’vell will still be on holiday in Paris, and jarrett’s email will still automatically reply to messages with, “currently away from email.” But they are still able to inform and entertain you. In this “minisode”, you’ll hear about some exciting new developments in the works for 2023, for the show as well as individually. 2023’s gonna be big, y’all! You heard it here first. Happy new year, FANTIfam! When this episode goes live, Tre’vell will still be on holiday in Paris, and jarrett’s email will still automatically reply to messages with, “currently away from email.” But they are still able to inform and entertain you. In this “minisode”, you’ll hear about some exciting new developments in the works for 2023, for the show as well as individually. 2023’s gonna be big, y’all! You heard it here first. historically black phrases, trans journey through tv and film, paris, new years, 2023, we see each other: a black true full 151 bef0d823-1acb-455e-af43-0e4c03728096 Black Holiday Trivia  Black Holiday Trivia is a Black-owned company that FANTI featured in this year's Holiday Gift Guide. Producer Swish officiates, and she wonders if Penguin Random House will regret publishing Historically Black Phrases (available for preorder!) once it becomes clear its authors aren’t as tuned into pop culture as they purport to be. It might even be the case that FANTI listeners know more about pop culture than they do. See if you can do better! 

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]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/  Black Holiday Trivia is a Black-owned company that FANTI featured in this year's Holiday Gift Guide. Producer Swish officiates, and she wonders if Penguin Random House will regret publishing Historically Black Phrases (available for preorder!) once it becomes clear its authors aren’t as tuned into pop culture as they purport to be. It might even be the case that FANTI listeners know more about pop culture than they do. See if you can do better! 

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Black Holiday Trivia Maximum Fun 00:24:48 We’re still in holiday mode, so this week jarrett and Tre’vell face off against one another in a holiday-themed trivia game with questions from Black Holiday Trivia. We’re still in holiday mode, so this week jarrett and Tre’vell face off against one another in a holiday-themed trivia game with questions from Black Holiday Trivia. back door santa, clarence carter, jennifer hudson, phylicia rashad, almost christmas, tyrese, jingle jangle a christmas journey, ricky martin, david e. talbert, mike epps, friday after next, lyn sisson-talbert, a madea christmas, mariah carey, anika noni rose, forest whitaker, tyler perry true full 150 e908ed80-0459-4bfe-a7e7-00d9f0fb4121 FANTI’s Fave Five: Christmas TV To follow Tre’vell’s labyrinthine explanation of who gets to decide which episode gets chosen for which spot, here’s how they described the process:

Rules by Tre’vell Anderson

We are going to collaboratively create “FANTI’s Holiday TV Watchlist,” a top 5. But we’re going to do it alternatingly, each placing an episode on the list. 

The person that goes first makes picks 5,4,2 (more picks). The player that goes second makes picks 3, 1 (fewer picks, but the #1 pick).

The order will be determined by a trivia question, that Laura will ask. We will have 10 seconds to answer Laura. Whoever gets it right the fastest will win, and get to choose if they go first or second. 

*Also Kwanzaa + other traditions oft-celebrated this time of year

The Top Five Holiday Episode List

5 (jh) The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

S2 Ep 13 - Christmas Show [HBO Max]

4 

(jh - 2nd choice) Living Single

S3 Ep 14 - Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow…Damnit [HBO Max]

3 

(ta) The Proud Family

S1, Ep 11 - Seven Days of Kwanzaa [Disney+]

2 

(jh) Will & Grace

S3 Eps 8-9 - Lows in the Mid-Eighties [Hulu]

1 

(ta) POSE

S1 E3 - Giving and Receiving [Hulu]

jarrett’s vetoed selection for #4

Living Single

S1 Ep15 Living Kringle [HBO Max]

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]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2022 09:54:51 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ To follow Tre’vell’s labyrinthine explanation of who gets to decide which episode gets chosen for which spot, here’s how they described the process:

Rules by Tre’vell Anderson

We are going to collaboratively create “FANTI’s Holiday TV Watchlist,” a top 5. But we’re going to do it alternatingly, each placing an episode on the list. 

The person that goes first makes picks 5,4,2 (more picks). The player that goes second makes picks 3, 1 (fewer picks, but the #1 pick).

The order will be determined by a trivia question, that Laura will ask. We will have 10 seconds to answer Laura. Whoever gets it right the fastest will win, and get to choose if they go first or second. 

*Also Kwanzaa + other traditions oft-celebrated this time of year

The Top Five Holiday Episode List

5 (jh) The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

S2 Ep 13 - Christmas Show [HBO Max]

4 

(jh - 2nd choice) Living Single

S3 Ep 14 - Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow…Damnit [HBO Max]

3 

(ta) The Proud Family

S1, Ep 11 - Seven Days of Kwanzaa [Disney+]

2 

(jh) Will & Grace

S3 Eps 8-9 - Lows in the Mid-Eighties [Hulu]

1 

(ta) POSE

S1 E3 - Giving and Receiving [Hulu]

jarrett’s vetoed selection for #4

Living Single

S1 Ep15 Living Kringle [HBO Max]

This Episode Is Sponsored By

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Brooklinen is the place to get presents that are somehow perfect for all of your people right on time and stress-free. And with their Black Friday sale, you can save even more.

Visit Brooklinen.com and get $20 off plus free shipping on orders $100+ with code FANTI

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]]> FANTI’s Fave Five: Christmas TV Maximum Fun 00:50:12 For this special holiday episode, jarrett & Tre’vell create a list of their Top 5 favorite *Christmas episodes on TV. And because it’s FANTI, this collaborative effort must also be competitive, but the end result is a list of great recommendations for holiday viewing. For this special holiday episode, jarrett & Tre’vell create a list of their Top 5 favorite *Christmas episodes on TV. And because it’s FANTI, this collaborative effort must also be competitive, but the end result is a list of great recommendations for holiday viewing. why did i get married?, samuel l. jackson, jenifer lewis, the best man holiday, that's so raven, living single, big brother, girlfriends, vivica a. fox, the proud family, tracee ellis ross, samuel jackson, christmas shows, christmas tv, the high note, laura swisher, will & grace, fresh prince of bel air, kwanzaa, black holiday trivia true full 149 d51dbe89-e993-4659-8b78-5870ef2c2ae6 T.J., Amy, & Morality Clauses Plus, as part of our ongoing series featuring great gift ideas for the holidays from Black, POC, Queer, & Trans-owned businesses, MSpired Room’s Mischalay Williams joins us to tell the hosts about some of her bestselling products. 

FANTI Holiday Gift Guide Mischalay Williams joins FANTI to talk about her company MSpired Room, which she launched during the pandemic after discovering a passion for making candles. 

MSpired candles mentioned in the show

Bourbon Pecan Pie 

Night In

Apple Cider

USB Electric Lighter

FANTI HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Find all the places mentioned in this series on our Linktree: @FANTI_HolidayGiftGuide

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

dm: jarrett hill

hm: Brittney Griner finally returning home

hm: The Principles of Pleasure

hm: Reasonable Doubt

hm: Chrissy Teigen’s ultimate banana bread

Ta

hm: The campaign to save Broadway’s  Ain’t No Mo

hm: Sheryl Lee Ralph & Ivy Coco in Making The NYT 93 most stylish people of the year

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Phillis Wheatley

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Dipsea is an app full of hundreds of short, sexy audio stories designed by women for women. They also offer Sleep Stories, Wellness Sessions, and now, written stories. 

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]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2022 17:55:57 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Plus, as part of our ongoing series featuring great gift ideas for the holidays from Black, POC, Queer, & Trans-owned businesses, MSpired Room’s Mischalay Williams joins us to tell the hosts about some of her bestselling products. 

FANTI Holiday Gift Guide Mischalay Williams joins FANTI to talk about her company MSpired Room, which she launched during the pandemic after discovering a passion for making candles. 

MSpired candles mentioned in the show

Bourbon Pecan Pie 

Night In

Apple Cider

USB Electric Lighter

FANTI HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Find all the places mentioned in this series on our Linktree: @FANTI_HolidayGiftGuide

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

dm: jarrett hill

hm: Brittney Griner finally returning home

hm: The Principles of Pleasure

hm: Reasonable Doubt

hm: Chrissy Teigen’s ultimate banana bread

Ta

hm: The campaign to save Broadway’s  Ain’t No Mo

hm: Sheryl Lee Ralph & Ivy Coco in Making The NYT 93 most stylish people of the year

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Phillis Wheatley

Our Sponsors This Week

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BetterHelp is customized online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to. 

FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI

Dipsea

Dipsea is an app full of hundreds of short, sexy audio stories designed by women for women. They also offer Sleep Stories, Wellness Sessions, and now, written stories. 

For listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial. Just visit DipseaStories.com/FANTI

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]]> T.J., Amy, & Morality Clauses Maximum Fun 01:00:14 Morning television got way more interesting after the Daily Mail revealed that Good Morning America anchors T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach were having an affair. In the wake of this revelation, ABC News took the controversial couple off the air, pending review. The network is purportedly looking into the morality of the situation. This week, jarrett and Tre’vell ask, “Whose morality?” Should corporations get to decide what is and is not moral? If your small town newspaper reporter were in a polyamorous relationship, why is that a problem? Morning television got way more interesting after the Daily Mail revealed that Good Morning America anchors T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach were having an affair. In the wake of this revelation, ABC News took the controversial couple off the air, pending review. The network is purportedly looking into the morality of the situation. This week, jarrett and Tre’vell ask, “Whose morality?” Should corporations get to decide what is and is not moral? If your small town newspaper reporter were in a polyamorous relationship, why is that a problem? lena waithe, reasonable doubt, candles, jada pinkett smith, marriage equality, marital affairs, jordan e. cooper, mischalay williams, chris cuomo, morality clauses, cheating, holiday gifts, ivy cocoa, cnn, jaylen smith, abc news, good morning america, amy robach, karen bass, erick adame, will smith, tj holmes, kim godwin, emayatzy corinealdi, the principles of pleasure, gma, mspired room true full 148 d1533587-60db-4d00-8754-15194f17817a Twitter’s Musk Is Getting Musty Where Should You Do Your Holiday Shopping? Try these businesses:

@FANTI_HolidayGuide

Black History Is Happening Everyday!

Sen. Raphael Warnock

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

hm: deon cole special, closed captioning is way off. but not on trevor noah’s special…

hm: (BUY BLACK) just like me box

hm: altamed, christina sanchez and castulo 

HM: FANTI 

National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards 

Soft News Feature, 1st Place:

@FANTIPodcast

- The Blogger-Journalist Divide (ft. Jasmine Simpkins) - "A thoughtful analysis of the fine line between journalists and bloggers and the importance of protecting the standards of journalism."

TA

HM: WBEZ’s Making podcast 

HM: Fantasia SGRhoe

HM: Keke Palmer 

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]]> Thu, 8 Dec 2022 08:26:02 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Where Should You Do Your Holiday Shopping? Try these businesses:

@FANTI_HolidayGuide

Black History Is Happening Everyday!

Sen. Raphael Warnock

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

hm: deon cole special, closed captioning is way off. but not on trevor noah’s special…

hm: (BUY BLACK) just like me box

hm: altamed, christina sanchez and castulo 

HM: FANTI 

National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards 

Soft News Feature, 1st Place:

@FANTIPodcast

- The Blogger-Journalist Divide (ft. Jasmine Simpkins) - "A thoughtful analysis of the fine line between journalists and bloggers and the importance of protecting the standards of journalism."

TA

HM: WBEZ’s Making podcast 

HM: Fantasia SGRhoe

HM: Keke Palmer 

Our Sponsor This Week

Lumi Labs Microdose Gummies

Our show this week is sponsored by Microdose Gummies. Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. 

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]]> Twitter’s Musk Is Getting Musty Maximum Fun 01:03:05 Have you signed up for Mastodon yet? Post? Hive? It feels like it’s been years since Elon Musk acquired Twitter, and yet it’s been less than two months. And in that short span of time, hate speech has skyrocketed, use of the N-word increased by over 500% within twelve hours of Elon’s reign, advertisers fled, employees fled or were fired, and on and on and on. This week jarrett and Tre’vell will grapple with the question millions of people are asking themselves: Should I leave Twitter? Have you signed up for Mastodon yet? Post? Hive? It feels like it’s been years since Elon Musk acquired Twitter, and yet it’s been less than two months. And in that short span of time, hate speech has skyrocketed, use of the N-word increased by over 500% within twelve hours of Elon’s reign, advertisers fled, employees fled or were fired, and on and on and on. This week jarrett and Tre’vell will grapple with the question millions of people are asking themselves: Should I leave Twitter? brandon pope, black twitter, zola, mastodon, elon musk, twitter, apple replay, deon cole, making rupaul, instagram, national arts & entertainment journalism awards, emawk, beyonce, aziah wells, jasmine simpkins, post, fantasia, hive, neurodivergent, social media, trump, trevor noah, facebook, renaissance, keke palmer, acouscous true full 147 ebd5ff60-9963-4966-a571-581e536394e1 What Was Said Dis/Honorable Mentions

jarrett

HM: Love, Lizzo

hm: The Freedmen’s Bureau

Hm: The Academy Museum’s Regeneration 1898-1971

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Byron Perkins Makes History As First Out Football Player at HBCU

Mentioned in the Show

Listener Jen recommended 

The Chochmat Nashim Podcast: Women Talk Judaism: What's Worse Than Antisemitism? (Season 6 Episode 2)

​Shoshanna and Anne host guest Elisheva Rishon, a Black Jewish woman, who weighs in on the most recent spike in antisemitism, the knee-jerk reactions to it, what it means to be caught in the middle of both the Black and Jewish communities, and what we all can do about it.

FANTI Holiday Gift Guide Recommendations

Linktree: @FANTI_HolidayGiftGuide

Meredith in Scotland recommends:

I'm from the US, but I live in Edinburgh, Scotland, so these recs are Scotland-based.  I'm not sure how many of them ship worldwide, but would definitely be some good options for other UK-based listeners.  (I know I'm not the only one!)  

Black-Owned Businesses:  

Rafiki Coffee 

Delicious coffee!  Definitely recommend!  

Matugga Rum  

Theirs is my go-to spiced rum these days.  Love.  It.  

Perf United 

I've loved their Go Bananas Babe Butter and Go Bananas Babe Bar, but my fave is their Sauce Pot Babe Butter.  Smooth and silky skin, yes please.  

Queer-Owned Business:  

Natalie J Wood

Ceramics!  Beautiful bowls, vases, plates, clocks, and other things to beautify your home.  I've got like 7 or 8 pieces of hers and always want more even though I don't know where to put them.  

Kari recommends:

Kobi Co.

I bought my niece in law a candle from Kobi Co. a Black owned women’s company from Minneapolis. They sell beautiful items that come with Spotify playlists.

 

Miiriya

Also there’s an app called Miiriya. It’s a store front that sells items from black businesses and they also have a section for people in need that you can give to. 

Mel in Australia:

Trading Blak

Australia has a violent and shameful history, since invasion, in how white Europeans (especially the British) have treated Aboriginal people. One of the ways this oppression has continued is in the appropriation of Aboriginal art by non-Aboriginal businesses. Non-Aboriginal people have profited significantly from commodifying Aboriginal art without working as equal partners with artists, without understanding the stories embedded in the art, and certainly without sharing profits fairly. Trading Blak is one attempt to redress this, and is self-determination in action.

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]]> Thu, 1 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Dis/Honorable Mentions

jarrett

HM: Love, Lizzo

hm: The Freedmen’s Bureau

Hm: The Academy Museum’s Regeneration 1898-1971

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Byron Perkins Makes History As First Out Football Player at HBCU

Mentioned in the Show

Listener Jen recommended 

The Chochmat Nashim Podcast: Women Talk Judaism: What's Worse Than Antisemitism? (Season 6 Episode 2)

​Shoshanna and Anne host guest Elisheva Rishon, a Black Jewish woman, who weighs in on the most recent spike in antisemitism, the knee-jerk reactions to it, what it means to be caught in the middle of both the Black and Jewish communities, and what we all can do about it.

FANTI Holiday Gift Guide Recommendations

Linktree: @FANTI_HolidayGiftGuide

Meredith in Scotland recommends:

I'm from the US, but I live in Edinburgh, Scotland, so these recs are Scotland-based.  I'm not sure how many of them ship worldwide, but would definitely be some good options for other UK-based listeners.  (I know I'm not the only one!)  

Black-Owned Businesses:  

Rafiki Coffee 

Delicious coffee!  Definitely recommend!  

Matugga Rum  

Theirs is my go-to spiced rum these days.  Love.  It.  

Perf United 

I've loved their Go Bananas Babe Butter and Go Bananas Babe Bar, but my fave is their Sauce Pot Babe Butter.  Smooth and silky skin, yes please.  

Queer-Owned Business:  

Natalie J Wood

Ceramics!  Beautiful bowls, vases, plates, clocks, and other things to beautify your home.  I've got like 7 or 8 pieces of hers and always want more even though I don't know where to put them.  

Kari recommends:

Kobi Co.

I bought my niece in law a candle from Kobi Co. a Black owned women’s company from Minneapolis. They sell beautiful items that come with Spotify playlists.

 

Miiriya

Also there’s an app called Miiriya. It’s a store front that sells items from black businesses and they also have a section for people in need that you can give to. 

Mel in Australia:

Trading Blak

Australia has a violent and shameful history, since invasion, in how white Europeans (especially the British) have treated Aboriginal people. One of the ways this oppression has continued is in the appropriation of Aboriginal art by non-Aboriginal businesses. Non-Aboriginal people have profited significantly from commodifying Aboriginal art without working as equal partners with artists, without understanding the stories embedded in the art, and certainly without sharing profits fairly. Trading Blak is one attempt to redress this, and is self-determination in action.

Our Sponsor This Week

BetterHelp

BetterHelp is customized online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to. 

FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI

Go ahead and @ us

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@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> What Was Said Maximum Fun 00:56:58 This week jarrett and Tre’vell respond to listener questions and comments…but only after they describe every bite of food they savored for their Thanksgiving dinner. Skip this section if you’re feeling hungry. Plus, we asked listeners to tell us about Black, POC, queer and trans-owned businesses that they love for our ever-growing Holiday Gift Guide. We’ve included this week’s recommendations in our show notes, and ALL recommendations to date can be found on our Linktree page. This week jarrett and Tre’vell respond to listener questions and comments…but only after they describe every bite of food they savored for their Thanksgiving dinner. Skip this section if you’re feeling hungry. Plus, we asked listeners to tell us about Black, POC, queer and trans-owned businesses that they love for our ever-growing Holiday Gift Guide. We’ve included this week’s recommendations in our show notes, and ALL recommendations to date can be found on our Linktree page. perf united, natalie j wood, mental health, lizzo, antisemitism, christmas, thanksgiving dinner, matugga rum, the chochmat nashim podcast, betterhelp, elisheva rishon, trading blak, dr. dyette, holiday gifts, aboriginal people, veganism, byron perkins, therapy, dr. tucker, kobi co, rafiki coffe, thanksgiving true full 146 c627506b-f887-4ee5-a103-a4c64978983b Gratitude (ft. Brooke Obie) Brooke Obie’s piece on Black Panther

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

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]]> Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:16:32 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Brooke Obie’s piece on Black Panther

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]]> Gratitude (ft. Brooke Obie) Maximum Fun 00:49:33 This week’s episode was recorded before a live (virtual) audience as a special thanks to those listeners who are contributing members to FANTI. The listener email segment is actually viewer questions and comments made during the recording. In addition, we’ve got returning guest Brooke Obie who wrote a piece in xoNecole showing the various ways Black people can’t win in the Marvel Cinematic Universe…even as they win at the box office. For FANTI’s main topic conversation, Tre’vell wanted to explore the culture of gratitude, in part because they observed that jarrett is “in an era” of gratitude. So who and what is gratitude for? How does it show up in our lives? This week’s episode was recorded before a live (virtual) audience as a special thanks to those listeners who are contributing members to FANTI. The listener email segment is actually viewer questions and comments made during the recording. In addition, we’ve got returning guest Brooke Obie who wrote a piece in xoNecole showing the various ways Black people can’t win in the Marvel Cinematic Universe…even as they win at the box office. For FANTI’s main topic conversation, Tre’vell wanted to explore the culture of gratitude, in part because they observed that jarrett is “in an era” of gratitude. So who and what is gratitude for? How does it show up in our lives? respectability politics, dr. ksera dyette psyd, gratitude, killmonger, afro-futurism, wakanda, black panther, walter hawkins, chadwick boseman, t’challa, africa, king t’chaka, marvel cinematic universe, ghana, karen bass, brooke obie, letitia wright, vibranium, marvel studios, thanksgiving, queen ramonda, ryan coogler true full 145 e5cb3613-e224-4d9e-ae85-0bc5303f82e1 Giving Good & Receiving Gooder (ft. Donnie Hue) Our Guest

Donnie Hue’s website

IG

BUTTR Delicieux

The FANTI Holiday Gift Guide Linktree

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

Hm: Food Network’s It’s Compliplated (available on Hulu)

Hm: Hulu’s The Hair Tales

hm: Hulu’s God Forbid: The Sex Scandel That Brought Down a Dynasty

hm: voters

m: the immeasurability of voter suppression

TA

DM: NYT anti trans reporting / NABJ 

HM: trans awareness week

HM:  New Hampshire’s James Roesener becomes first out transgender man elected to state legislature 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Charles Drew University Approved to Start Medical Degree Program

Our Sponsors This Week

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]]> Thu, 17 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Our Guest

Donnie Hue’s website

IG

BUTTR Delicieux

The FANTI Holiday Gift Guide Linktree

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

Hm: Food Network’s It’s Compliplated (available on Hulu)

Hm: Hulu’s The Hair Tales

hm: Hulu’s God Forbid: The Sex Scandel That Brought Down a Dynasty

hm: voters

m: the immeasurability of voter suppression

TA

DM: NYT anti trans reporting / NABJ 

HM: trans awareness week

HM:  New Hampshire’s James Roesener becomes first out transgender man elected to state legislature 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Charles Drew University Approved to Start Medical Degree Program

Our Sponsors This Week

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

]]> Giving Good & Receiving Gooder (ft. Donnie Hue) Maximum Fun 00:58:07 When jarrett was younger, he was given the advice to “give the gift that you would want to receive”. But now as an elder, he doesn’t think that’s good advice. And now that the official gift giving (and receiving) season is upon us, jarrett & Tre’vell dig into the complex and complicado of exchanging gifts. How do they feel about gift cards? Giving money? How much money should they spend on a gift for, say, their producer? Plus, Cafe de la Hue founder Donnie Hue Frazier tells us about some great gifts available in his shop as part of FANTI’s Holiday Gift Guide suggestions for supporting businesses that are Black-owned, POC-owned, as well as queer and trans businesses. When jarrett was younger, he was given the advice to “give the gift that you would want to receive”. But now as an elder, he doesn’t think that’s good advice. And now that the official gift giving (and receiving) season is upon us, jarrett & Tre’vell dig into the complex and complicado of exchanging gifts. How do they feel about gift cards? Giving money? How much money should they spend on a gift for, say, their producer? Plus, Cafe de la Hue founder Donnie Hue Frazier tells us about some great gifts available in his shop as part of FANTI’s Holiday Gift Guide suggestions for supporting businesses that are Black-owned, POC-owned, as well as queer and trans businesses. midterms, tabatha brown, skincare, kirk franklin, self-care, dorothy montgomery holmes, christmas, shea butter, michael r. jackson, gifts, black friday, it’s compliplated, cafe de la hue, jesus, holidays, god forbid, jerry falwell jr., charles drew university, donnie hue, a strange loop, the hair tales, buttr delicieux, trans awareness week, james roesener true full 144 cb3c83d9-6732-485a-a91d-39e394575539 Based on a True Story…Sorta (ft. Michael R. Jackson) Plus, in our Tough Question segment, jarrett asks if there’s something wrong with him because he doesn’t really miss people. 

Mentioned in the episode

Guest Michael R. Jackson

A Strange Loop

Twitter: @TheLivingMJ

IG: @TheLivingMichaelJackson

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM: Website: Southern Roots Vegan Bakery

Instagram: Southern Roots Vegan Bakery instagram: @southernrootsbiz ()

    Marcus and Cara Pitts

    pineapple upside-down cake (moist, delicious)

HM: Omar, LA Opera

DM: vegan fake food, no nutritional value, processing.

Hm: Twitter:  @YoloAkili quote

BHIHE

Starr Andrews becomes first Black US figure skater to win an ISU Grand Prix medal

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@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Plus, in our Tough Question segment, jarrett asks if there’s something wrong with him because he doesn’t really miss people. 

Mentioned in the episode

Guest Michael R. Jackson

A Strange Loop

Twitter: @TheLivingMJ

IG: @TheLivingMichaelJackson

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM: Website: Southern Roots Vegan Bakery

Instagram: Southern Roots Vegan Bakery instagram: @southernrootsbiz ()

    Marcus and Cara Pitts

    pineapple upside-down cake (moist, delicious)

HM: Omar, LA Opera

DM: vegan fake food, no nutritional value, processing.

Hm: Twitter:  @YoloAkili quote

BHIHE

Starr Andrews becomes first Black US figure skater to win an ISU Grand Prix medal

Our Sponsors This Week

Brooklinen

Brooklinen is the place to get presents that are somehow perfect for all of your people right on time and stress-free. And with their Black Friday sale, you can save even more.

Visit Brooklinen.com and get $20 off plus free shipping on orders $100+ with code FANTI

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@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Based on a True Story…Sorta (ft. Michael R. Jackson) Maximum Fun 00:55:37 Michael R. Jackson created the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning Broadway musical A Strange Loop, and he joins jarrett and Tre’vell for a nuanced conversation about making art that’s based on one’s own life…kinda. Michael doesn’t consider A Strange Loop to be autobiographical, so much as self-reverential. Michael R. Jackson created the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning Broadway musical A Strange Loop, and he joins jarrett and Tre’vell for a nuanced conversation about making art that’s based on one’s own life…kinda. Michael doesn’t consider A Strange Loop to be autobiographical, so much as self-reverential. liz phair, midterms, i tonya, marcus pitts, joni mitchell, southern roots vegan bakery, under the pink, broadway, la opera, michael r. jackson, cara pitts, under the pink, queer, starr andrews, love b. scott, vegan food, playwright, tony awards, musicals, a strange loop, autobiography, rhiannon giddens and michael abels, tori amos true full 143 1a13b9ec-f636-441e-9a58-a198c0e34809 Brown Enough (ft. Christopher Rivas) Mentioned in the show:

Guest: Christopher Rivas

Chris’ book: Brown Enough: True Stories About Love, Violence, the Student Loan Crisis, Hollywood, Race, Familia, and Making It in America

Brown Enough podcast

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

hm: jamal “even a fucknigga pastor can have a word” bryant

hm: Ashanti Blaize-Hopkins

  • background
  • first black woman to serve as veep, their vp becomes president

hm: karlton clay and his 10th feature For the Love of Christmas

  • background

TA: Gabrielle Union and Tracee Ellis Ross both celebrate their 50th birthday’s on 10/29

hm: actively black x black panther: wakanda forever

BHIHE

Becoming Collegiate Academy

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Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI

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Our show this week is sponsored by Microdose Gummies. Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. 

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]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned in the show:

Guest: Christopher Rivas

Chris’ book: Brown Enough: True Stories About Love, Violence, the Student Loan Crisis, Hollywood, Race, Familia, and Making It in America

Brown Enough podcast

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

hm: jamal “even a fucknigga pastor can have a word” bryant

hm: Ashanti Blaize-Hopkins

  • background
  • first black woman to serve as veep, their vp becomes president

hm: karlton clay and his 10th feature For the Love of Christmas

  • background

TA: Gabrielle Union and Tracee Ellis Ross both celebrate their 50th birthday’s on 10/29

hm: actively black x black panther: wakanda forever

BHIHE

Becoming Collegiate Academy

Our Sponsors This Week

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Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI

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]]> Brown Enough (ft. Christopher Rivas) Maximum Fun 00:58:24 We’re joined this week by author, storyteller and actor Christopher Rivas, author of the new book Brown Enough: True Stories About Love, Violence, the Student Loan Crisis, Hollywood, Race, Familia, and Making It in America. As his book title suggests, Rivas has a lot to say–but more importantly, ask–about going through the world in your cultural body, in this moment of time. Plus, in Pass the Popcorn, jarrett and Tre’vell get into some of the questions raised now that Elon Musk is in charge. What happens when something that’s become essentially a public utility falls into the hands of a “sole director”? We’re joined this week by author, storyteller and actor Christopher Rivas, author of the new book Brown Enough: True Stories About Love, Violence, the Student Loan Crisis, Hollywood, Race, Familia, and Making It in America. As his book title suggests, Rivas has a lot to say–but more importantly, ask–about going through the world in your cultural body, in this moment of time. Plus, in Pass the Popcorn, jarrett and Tre’vell get into some of the questions raised now that Elon Musk is in charge. What happens when something that’s become essentially a public utility falls into the hands of a “sole director”? rubirosa, midterms, pumpkin spice, queens, abortion, affirmative action, racism, elon musk, twitter, jamal bryant, actively black, takeoff, tracee ellis ross, latinidad, perejil massacre, christopher rivas, for the love of christmas, haitian, migos, dominican, college days, colorism, karlton clay, ta-nehisi coates, james baldwin, midterm elections, afro-latino, new birth missionary baptist church, brown enough, ashanti blaize-hopkins, gabrielle union, herschel walker true full 142 fb7ce3e7-3e4b-43c5-b845-ce3a209308ff Girl, F**k That Job (ft. Keith Boykin) Quitting: Why I Left My Job for a Life of Freedom

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JH:

HM: gabriel iglesias netflix special, stadium fluffy

HM: nissan foundation

HM: NABJLA Board

m: kanye

TA

hm: Give Rihanna her Oscar!  RIHANNA LEADS THE BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER SOUNDTRACK WITH NEW ORIGINAL SONG “LIFT ME UP”

Black History is Happening Every Day

Tina Fabrique -  you may not know the name, but you surely know the voice. Take a listen.

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]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Quitting: Why I Left My Job for a Life of Freedom

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JH:

HM: gabriel iglesias netflix special, stadium fluffy

HM: nissan foundation

HM: NABJLA Board

m: kanye

TA

hm: Give Rihanna her Oscar!  RIHANNA LEADS THE BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER SOUNDTRACK WITH NEW ORIGINAL SONG “LIFT ME UP”

Black History is Happening Every Day

Tina Fabrique -  you may not know the name, but you surely know the voice. Take a listen.

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]]> Girl, F**k That Job (ft. Keith Boykin) Maximum Fun 00:59:49 Keith Boykin joins us this week to talk about his new book, Quitting: Why I Left My Job for a Life of Freedom. In September 2021, 4.4 million people quit their jobs, beginning a trend that’s been dubbed The Big Quit, The Great Resignation and The Great Reshuffle. Whatever the name, millions of workers discovered they didn’t have to be tethered to an office to do their jobs, and the pandemic opened their eyes to this reality. But as Keith explains to jarrett and Tre’vell, “quitting” isn’t so much about leaving a job, as it is discarding an unhealthy mindset. Keith Boykin joins us this week to talk about his new book, Quitting: Why I Left My Job for a Life of Freedom. In September 2021, 4.4 million people quit their jobs, beginning a trend that’s been dubbed The Big Quit, The Great Resignation and The Great Reshuffle. Whatever the name, millions of workers discovered they didn’t have to be tethered to an office to do their jobs, and the pandemic opened their eyes to this reality. But as Keith explains to jarrett and Tre’vell, “quitting” isn’t so much about leaving a job, as it is discarding an unhealthy mindset. tina fabrique, working wage, stadium fluffy, wakanda, reading rainbow, freedom, the big quit, black panther, beyoncé, fantasia, rihanna, capitalism, service jobs, keith boykin, quitting: why i left my job for a life of freedom, gabriel iglesias, nissan foundation, lift me up true full 141 b2f5e95e-4d13-4d6e-b5b2-701926132f97 Barbz, Carbz & Trumpsters Plus, it’s PSL (pumpkin spice latte) season. Tre’vell is wary of anything pumpkin flavored, but they’ve agreed to an on-air taste test w/ jarrett, trying out a couple of the seasonal menu items from Starbucks. Tune into the show for their verdict.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

HM: keith boykin for his latest book Quitting

HM: brittany luse, (for colored nerds), newly on it’s been a minute

HM: tabitha brown’s latest book, Cooking from the Spirit

TA

HM: Ryan Mitchell new host of Logo Live on IG

HM: Nadege Green’s local history for Miami

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Megan Thee Stallion made history over the weekend as only the second woman rapper to both host and be the musical guest on Saturday Night Live. She follows in the footsteps of a one Dana Owens, who did it back in 2004.

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]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Plus, it’s PSL (pumpkin spice latte) season. Tre’vell is wary of anything pumpkin flavored, but they’ve agreed to an on-air taste test w/ jarrett, trying out a couple of the seasonal menu items from Starbucks. Tune into the show for their verdict.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

HM: keith boykin for his latest book Quitting

HM: brittany luse, (for colored nerds), newly on it’s been a minute

HM: tabitha brown’s latest book, Cooking from the Spirit

TA

HM: Ryan Mitchell new host of Logo Live on IG

HM: Nadege Green’s local history for Miami

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Megan Thee Stallion made history over the weekend as only the second woman rapper to both host and be the musical guest on Saturday Night Live. She follows in the footsteps of a one Dana Owens, who did it back in 2004.

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]]> Barbz, Carbz & Trumpsters Maximum Fun 01:00:29 Although they’re both card carrying members of The BeyHive, neither jarrett nor Tre’vell have felt compelled to join a swarm and go after someone for criticizing Beyoncé. So why is it that certain fans–and fandoms–don’t show such restraint? That’s the subject of this week’s conversation. Although they’re both card carrying members of The BeyHive, neither jarrett nor Tre’vell have felt compelled to join a swarm and go after someone for criticizing Beyoncé. So why is it that certain fans–and fandoms–don’t show such restraint? That’s the subject of this week’s conversation. nadege green, brittany luse, ryan mitchell, militias, pumpkin spice, fantasia barrino, laurianne gibson, comicon, megan thee stallion, snl, stacey abrams, pumpkin spice latte, logo live, cooking from the spirit, for harriet, betterhelp, oprah winfrey show, sam sanders, beyoncé, kimberly foster, barbs, rihanna, maximumfuncon, fandom, brooklinen, keith boykin, trump supporters, tabitha brown, nicki minaj, renaissance, bravo, starbucks, super freaky girl, it’s been a minute, oprah true full 140 f11f1f4a-c40e-46d2-8ede-6bb7ca867804 That's Not My Name Pass the Popcorn

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DM: The Los Angeles City Council

HM: The women of Iran

BHIHE

Gladys Knight & The Pips singing Sesame Street

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]]> Thu, 13 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Pass the Popcorn

Stormy Wellington’s Low vibrational food

Shondalia White’s stand-up

Police and Community Relations Survey referenced in Listener Feedback

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DM: The Los Angeles City Council

HM: The women of Iran

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]]> That's Not My Name Maximum Fun 00:55:02 jarrett and Tre’vell are two Black queers with names spelled unusually. No company selling merchandise with common first names on, say, keychains, has made money off Jarretts or Tre’vells. Starbucks employees never spell their names correctly. So what’s it like going through life with an “unusual” name? jarrett and Tre’vell are two Black queers with names spelled unusually. No company selling merchandise with common first names on, say, keychains, has made money off Jarretts or Tre’vells. Starbucks employees never spell their names correctly. So what’s it like going through life with an “unusual” name? dipsea, lizzo, what a day, nury martinez, racism, jarrett lucas, shondalia white, los angeles city council, uzo aduba, baby names, jared hill, police and community relations survey, gladys knight and the pips, fatphobia, microdose gummies, sesame street, life coaches, stormy wellington, iran true full 139 26b8cee8-88dc-4692-97dd-7d7f3a3c2efc No Money, Mo Problems Pass the Popcorn

Tre’vell participated w/ Scalawag Magazine which did an in-depth look at copaganda, and it’s made them reassess media portrayals of cops and those in law enforcement. Still, is it possible to believe copaganda is harmful while also enjoying Niecy Nash as an FBI agent in The Rookie: Feds?

Plus, did Billy Eichner do himself any favors making the rounds on his press tour for Bros? Tre’vell doesn’t think so, and though they and jarrett will, at some point, get around to seeing the film, they’ve found Eichner’s interviews to be off-putting.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM: To FANTI for hitting its 2 millionth download milestone

HM: atlanta gwuarhs sheena, candace, africa

ta:

DM: Billy Eichner’s comments re: Bros

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]]> Thu, 6 Oct 2022 07:25:23 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Pass the Popcorn

Tre’vell participated w/ Scalawag Magazine which did an in-depth look at copaganda, and it’s made them reassess media portrayals of cops and those in law enforcement. Still, is it possible to believe copaganda is harmful while also enjoying Niecy Nash as an FBI agent in The Rookie: Feds?

Plus, did Billy Eichner do himself any favors making the rounds on his press tour for Bros? Tre’vell doesn’t think so, and though they and jarrett will, at some point, get around to seeing the film, they’ve found Eichner’s interviews to be off-putting.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM: To FANTI for hitting its 2 millionth download milestone

HM: atlanta gwuarhs sheena, candace, africa

ta:

DM: Billy Eichner’s comments re: Bros

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]]> No Money, Mo Problems Maximum Fun 01:00:15 Money may not be able to buy happiness, but it sure does help. This week, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss their evolving relationship with personal finance, and what they’ve had to learn, as well as unlearn, as they move up the income bracket. Money may not be able to buy happiness, but it sure does help. This week, jarrett and Tre’vell discuss their evolving relationship with personal finance, and what they’ve had to learn, as well as unlearn, as they move up the income bracket. personal finance, the woman king, the rookie: feds, billy eichner, copaganda, morehouse, the o'jays, for the love of money, health insurance, scalawag magazine, pop justice, fire island, police procedurals, cops, bros, niecy nash, homophobia true full 138 6a9552bf-5485-4c23-b030-ad29f5e3883d Daytime Talk Is the New Black (ft. Shar Jossell & Ryan Mitchell) Pass the Popcorn

Grio Opinion: Why Are So Many Black People bothered by the new Black majorette squad at USC?

The panel digs into why Black Twitter feels a way about The University of Southern California’s new majorette squad, The Cardinal Divas.

Daytime TV Shows discussed

The Jennifer Hudson Show,

Karamo

Sherri

Tamron Hall Show

 

Daytime TV Clips featured in the episode

Jennifer Hudson singing

Karamo body positivity message

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

DM: sketchy “Christians”

ta

HM: Megan Thee Stallion

DM: Erick Adame

 

BHIHE

Taj Rani’s That’s That on That post on Black Olympic swimming medalist Cullen Jones

 

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]]> Thu, 29 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Pass the Popcorn

Grio Opinion: Why Are So Many Black People bothered by the new Black majorette squad at USC?

The panel digs into why Black Twitter feels a way about The University of Southern California’s new majorette squad, The Cardinal Divas.

Daytime TV Shows discussed

The Jennifer Hudson Show,

Karamo

Sherri

Tamron Hall Show

 

Daytime TV Clips featured in the episode

Jennifer Hudson singing

Karamo body positivity message

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

DM: sketchy “Christians”

ta

HM: Megan Thee Stallion

DM: Erick Adame

 

BHIHE

Taj Rani’s That’s That on That post on Black Olympic swimming medalist Cullen Jones

 

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For free shipping and 30% off your first order, go to Microdose.com and use code FANTI

 

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]]> Daytime Talk Is the New Black (ft. Shar Jossell & Ryan Mitchell) Maximum Fun 01:04:30 FANTI favorites Shar Jossell and Ryan Mitchell join jarrett and Tre’vell to talk Daytime TV. With veterans Ellen DeGeneres and Maury Povich being replaced by Jennifer Hudson and Karamo Brown respectively, the daytime airwaves are definitely Blacker, but are they better?  Or do new hosts Karamo, J Hud and Sherri Shepherd need to find ways to make these shows their own so they don’t feel so…derivative? This week’s panel doesn’t hold back, so strap in. FANTI favorites Shar Jossell and Ryan Mitchell join jarrett and Tre’vell to talk Daytime TV. With veterans Ellen DeGeneres and Maury Povich being replaced by Jennifer Hudson and Karamo Brown respectively, the daytime airwaves are definitely Blacker, but are they better?  Or do new hosts Karamo, J Hud and Sherri Shepherd need to find ways to make these shows their own so they don’t feel so…derivative? This week’s panel doesn’t hold back, so strap in. ryan mitchell, shaquille o’neal, tabatha brown, maury povich, karamo, jennifer hudson, the jennifer hudson show, pwi, dionne warwick, body positivity, the oprah winfrey show, the real world, taj rani, bel air, sherri shepherd, the cardinal divas, peace from broken pieces, majorette squads, usc, hot topic, tamron hall, kristin chenoweth, karamo brown, wendy williams, kimberly foster, university of southern california, the united center, shaq, kelly clarkson, shar jossell, ellen degeneres, morehouse college glee club, cullen jones, ru paul, lyanla vanzant, erick adame, rosie o’donnell, hbcus, oprah true full 137 07af6e97-2599-4f85-8c17-12224bef080e What Was Said DIS/Honorable Mentions 

ta: the article What Does It Mean to Be a Young, Black Queer Artist Right Now?

jh

DM: Virginia pulling protections for transgender students

HM: The James Earl Jones Theater in NY

BHIHE

Sheryl Lee Ralph on her historic Emmy win

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ta: the article What Does It Mean to Be a Young, Black Queer Artist Right Now?

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DM: Virginia pulling protections for transgender students

HM: The James Earl Jones Theater in NY

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Sheryl Lee Ralph on her historic Emmy win

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]]> What Was Said Maximum Fun 00:59:13 This week jarrett and Tre’vell field your questions and comments. After hearing the hosts weigh in on a white listener’s question about the use of Hotep, Candace discovers Etsy–or maybe Etsy’s sellers???--classifies African art as Hotep, and wonders what’s going on with that. Jo in Australia tells Jarrett about her mental health journey, and some parallels to jarrett’s. This week jarrett and Tre’vell field your questions and comments. After hearing the hosts weigh in on a white listener’s question about the use of Hotep, Candace discovers Etsy–or maybe Etsy’s sellers???--classifies African art as Hotep, and wonders what’s going on with that. Jo in Australia tells Jarrett about her mental health journey, and some parallels to jarrett’s. greg abbott, mental health, etsy, transgender protections, abbott elementary, james earl jones, emmy’s, jackee harry, racist, martha’s vineyard, hotep, immigration, ron desantis, republicans, virginia, sheryl lee ralph, transgender students true full 136 2bcc446a-18ca-4155-9150-f59ebae5f689 An R&B Funeral (ft. Mykal Kilgore and Neverending Nina) A Tough Question

S.F. Chronicle: An S.F. teacher used a cotton plant to teach about slavery. The fallout has divided parents

Was it wrong for this teacher to bring a cotton plant to the classroom to teach about slavery?

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM: High School Journalists In LA Learn About Censorship, From Their Own Principal

TA

HM: Elegance Bratton, The Inspection premiere at TIFF

HM: Trace Lysette premiere of Monica at Venice Film Fest

HM: Irish and Black Twitter following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

BHIHE

Serena Williams’ last match smashes ratings records

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]]> Thu, 15 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ A Tough Question

S.F. Chronicle: An S.F. teacher used a cotton plant to teach about slavery. The fallout has divided parents

Was it wrong for this teacher to bring a cotton plant to the classroom to teach about slavery?

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM: High School Journalists In LA Learn About Censorship, From Their Own Principal

TA

HM: Elegance Bratton, The Inspection premiere at TIFF

HM: Trace Lysette premiere of Monica at Venice Film Fest

HM: Irish and Black Twitter following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

BHIHE

Serena Williams’ last match smashes ratings records

Our Sponsors This Week

Dipsea

Dipsea is an app full of hundreds of short, sexy audio stories designed by women for women. They also offer Sleep Stories, Wellness Sessions, and now, written stories. 

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Microdose Gummies

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]]> An R&B Funeral (ft. Mykal Kilgore and Neverending Nina) Maximum Fun 00:58:16 Late last month (August 17th) P. Diddy asked his Twitter followers the provocative question, "Who killed R&B?", which sparked a massive amount of debate and too many think pieces. He then followed that up with the provocative statement: "R&B is muthafuckin' dead as of right now." So…what does that mean? Why is he calling R&B’s death now? To help answer these questions, jarrett and Tre’vell speak with singers Mykal Kilgore and Neverending Nina. Late last month (August 17th) P. Diddy asked his Twitter followers the provocative question, "Who killed R&B?", which sparked a massive amount of debate and too many think pieces. He then followed that up with the provocative statement: "R&B is muthafuckin' dead as of right now." So…what does that mean? Why is he calling R&B’s death now? To help answer these questions, jarrett and Tre’vell speak with singers Mykal Kilgore and Neverending Nina. neverending nina, jennifer hudson, victoria monet, rhythm & blues, jade nova, aretha franklin, the inspection, elegance bratton, jazmine sullivan, trace lysette, kenyon dixon, r&b, ari lennox, fantasia, soul, mykal kilgore, alex isley, morgan james, p. diddy true full 135 aab52dba-92c9-4258-847c-f4dee3826e26 Reunited and It Feels So Good Plus, listener Nick–a white gentleman–writes in with a question about an alternative way to phrase the description: “Hotep nonsense conspiracy thinking”. Tre’vell and jarrett had differing views on Nick’s email so they grappled with the complexity of how to answer him in A Tough Question.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett

HM: The Gwuarhls

Ryan Mitchell

Mychael Chinn

Archie Jay:

hm: Esther Perel’s Mating in Captivity

hm: Arjun Moorthy, The Factual purchase

Tre’vell

HM: A League of Their Own on Amazon Prime

HM: Sonic’s ice

HM: 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Bessie Coleman, the first Black woman and first Native American to hold a pilot license in the world in 1921. Born in 1892 in Atlanta, Texas, the tenth of thirteen children. Recently, an all-Black female flight crew made history in her honor. 

On Aug. 8, an American Airlines flight from Dallas-Fort Worth — near where Coleman grew up — to Phoenix was operated by the airline’s first-ever all-Black female crew.

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]]> Thu, 8 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Plus, listener Nick–a white gentleman–writes in with a question about an alternative way to phrase the description: “Hotep nonsense conspiracy thinking”. Tre’vell and jarrett had differing views on Nick’s email so they grappled with the complexity of how to answer him in A Tough Question.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett

HM: The Gwuarhls

Ryan Mitchell

Mychael Chinn

Archie Jay:

hm: Esther Perel’s Mating in Captivity

hm: Arjun Moorthy, The Factual purchase

Tre’vell

HM: A League of Their Own on Amazon Prime

HM: Sonic’s ice

HM: 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Bessie Coleman, the first Black woman and first Native American to hold a pilot license in the world in 1921. Born in 1892 in Atlanta, Texas, the tenth of thirteen children. Recently, an all-Black female flight crew made history in her honor. 

On Aug. 8, an American Airlines flight from Dallas-Fort Worth — near where Coleman grew up — to Phoenix was operated by the airline’s first-ever all-Black female crew.

Our Sponsors This Week

Better Help

It can be tough to train your brain to stay in “problem-solving mode” when faced with a challenge in life. A therapist can help you become a better problem solver, making it easier to accomplish your goals—no matter how big or small.

For 10% off your first month, visit Better Help.com/FANTI.

Microdose.com

Our show today is sponsored by Microdose Gummies. Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. 

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]]> Reunited and It Feels So Good Maximum Fun 00:47:46 This week, jarrett and Tre’vell give the FANTI treatment to that reality tv show staple: The reunion episode.  Sometimes the reunion episode is even better than the season itself…if it’s done right, and the drama feels authentic and organic. But when it's not done well...[imagine a cringe emoji here] This week, jarrett and Tre’vell give the FANTI treatment to that reality tv show staple: The reunion episode.  Sometimes the reunion episode is even better than the season itself…if it’s done right, and the drama feels authentic and organic. But when it's not done well...[imagine a cringe emoji here] ryan mitchell, nene leakes, phaedra parks, survivor, the factual, black fat femme, the real world, mating in captivity, reality television, gregg leakes, kenya moore, arjun moorthy, flavor of love, hotep, a league of their own, love & hip hop, tiffany pollard, real housewives of atlanta, mychael chinn, a tough question, bessie coleman, real housewives, chanté adams, esther perel true full 134 76a3ff5e-0e06-4065-92cd-00bde6773421 Traveling While Black DIS/Honorable Mentions 

TA:

HM: @Jake.Ceja and his pro bono videography for local restaurants

HM: The writing on P-Valley

JH: 

hm: Davóne Tines’ performance at American Stories at the Hollywood Bowl

Black Movie Soundtrack IV at The Hollywood Bowl

Whitney Houston clip featured in this episode

hm: melanin money show

hm: 1010 wine anniversary

hm: Dr. Thomas Vance, My Pocket Therapist Journal: Dating & Relationships - This journal facilitates healing and growth through reflections, guided writing prompts, and therapeutic exercises. Thus, continuing your journey towards a better version of yourself in or towards relationships.

BHIHE

Imara Jones and their podcast The Anti-Trans Hate Machine

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]]> Thu, 1 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ DIS/Honorable Mentions 

TA:

HM: @Jake.Ceja and his pro bono videography for local restaurants

HM: The writing on P-Valley

JH: 

hm: Davóne Tines’ performance at American Stories at the Hollywood Bowl

Black Movie Soundtrack IV at The Hollywood Bowl

Whitney Houston clip featured in this episode

hm: melanin money show

hm: 1010 wine anniversary

hm: Dr. Thomas Vance, My Pocket Therapist Journal: Dating & Relationships - This journal facilitates healing and growth through reflections, guided writing prompts, and therapeutic exercises. Thus, continuing your journey towards a better version of yourself in or towards relationships.

BHIHE

Imara Jones and their podcast The Anti-Trans Hate Machine

Our Sponsors This Week

Brooklinen

Don’t forget to head over to Brooklinen to save on high-quality home essentials this Labor Day!  Brooklinen is here to keep you cool and living in comfort at home and on the go with their best-selling bedding, loungewear, towels, and more.

Visit Brooklinen.com and use Promo code [FANTI] for $20 off your purchase of $100 plus free shipping

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]]> Traveling While Black Maximum Fun 01:03:34 Authoress Tre’vell Anderson has returned from their whirlwind tour of the Iberian Peninsula, where they were vacationing with an uppercase “J” Jarrett. Both hosts have been doing their share of travel lately, so it’s only fitting they give the FANTI treatment to TWB (Traveling While Black). Tre’vell gets into the micro aggressions, the macro aggressions, and the TRANSgressions of international travel. Authoress Tre’vell Anderson has returned from their whirlwind tour of the Iberian Peninsula, where they were vacationing with an uppercase “J” Jarrett. Both hosts have been doing their share of travel lately, so it’s only fitting they give the FANTI treatment to TWB (Traveling While Black). Tre’vell gets into the micro aggressions, the macro aggressions, and the TRANSgressions of international travel. black movie soundtrack iv, dr. kysera dyette, cruise ships, mental health, melanin money show, the bodyguard, raven-symoné, lisbon, my pocket therapist journal: dating & relationships, 1010 wine bar, imara jones, international travel, barcelona, reginald hudlin, jake ceja, p-valley, cheetah girls, spain, anti-americanism, davóne tines, whitney houston, hollywood bowl, nabjla, ibiza, cor.ece, portugal, debbie allen, foreign travel, the anti-trans hate machine, microaggression, dr. thomas vance true full 133 ce7412ce-a029-4c66-b249-2b6034216f50 Black, Queer & Visible (Ft. Ryan Mitchell) DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Honorable mention to The King AND Queen Beyoncé on the cover of this month’s Harper's Bazaar.

Honorable mention to Jennifer Hudson and Marlan Wayans for their performances in Respect, which comes out this Friday, August 13th.

 

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]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Honorable mention to The King AND Queen Beyoncé on the cover of this month’s Harper's Bazaar.

Honorable mention to Jennifer Hudson and Marlan Wayans for their performances in Respect, which comes out this Friday, August 13th.

 

This Week’s Sponsor

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Our show this week is sponsored by Microdose Gummies. Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good.

To learn more about microdosing THC, go to Microdose.com and use code: FANTI  to get free shipping & 30% off your first order.

 

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]]> Black, Queer & Visible (Ft. Ryan Mitchell) Maximum Fun 00:57:05 This week Jarrett and Tre’Vell debut the brand new segment,  Ask FANTI. Our first question comes from Graysexual, a cis-man struggling with Queer Imposter Syndrome. Then,  radio personality Ryan Mitchell joins the hosts to continue a conversation that started over drinks this past weekend, about the frustrations--and joys--of being Black and queer, and somewhat visible. This week Jarrett and Tre’Vell debut the brand new segment,  Ask FANTI. Our first question comes from Graysexual, a cis-man struggling with Queer Imposter Syndrome. Then,  radio personality Ryan Mitchell joins the hosts to continue a conversation that started over drinks this past weekend, about the frustrations--and joys--of being Black and queer, and somewhat visible. ryan mitchell, let’s go there with ryan and shira, verified, tre’vell anderson, grindr, jarrett hill, stalkers, fame, beyonce, queer, non-binary, harper’s bazaar, gay, trans, gay dating, audacy, microdose gummies, lumi labs, fat, asexual, fans, privacy true full 132 c7dbced7-8ad0-47bf-8177-8744e03a4c46 Keep My Name in Yo Mouf (ft. Mychael Chinn) Mentioned in the show

The War and Treaty

Stolen By My Mother: The Kamiyah Mobley Story

When Gospel Music Slaps and Leaves a Mark (ft. Mychael Chinn)

The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel

What’s Love Got to Do with It

Why Do Fools Fall in Love

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Keke Palmer, hosting ‘Password’

HM: Franklin leonard and the Blacklist/NAACP initiative

HM: 

MC

HM: Nicco Annan and J. Alphonse Nicholson performances in the season finale of P-Valley. “Our job is to use our imagination to make the unrealistic real.” - Katori Hall

HM: The war and Treaty, the soulful folk music that has gotten me off Renaissance. Jubilee is the gateway drug song off their album hearts town.

DM: The Sarasota County School District bans book fairs and book donations to schools. 

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]]> Thu, 18 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned in the show

The War and Treaty

Stolen By My Mother: The Kamiyah Mobley Story

When Gospel Music Slaps and Leaves a Mark (ft. Mychael Chinn)

The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel

What’s Love Got to Do with It

Why Do Fools Fall in Love

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: Keke Palmer, hosting ‘Password’

HM: Franklin leonard and the Blacklist/NAACP initiative

HM: 

MC

HM: Nicco Annan and J. Alphonse Nicholson performances in the season finale of P-Valley. “Our job is to use our imagination to make the unrealistic real.” - Katori Hall

HM: The war and Treaty, the soulful folk music that has gotten me off Renaissance. Jubilee is the gateway drug song off their album hearts town.

DM: The Sarasota County School District bans book fairs and book donations to schools. 

Our Sponsor This Week

BetterHelp

BetterHelp is customized online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to. 

FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI.

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Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

Music: Cor.ece

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

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]]> Keep My Name in Yo Mouf (ft. Mychael Chinn) Maximum Fun 00:44:24 There’s more to a great biopic than simply depicting a chronology of events from a subject’s life. As guest Mychael Chinn makes clear in this episode, there are many factors that can impact a story, from the framing, decisions about what to include, or not include, and even legal issues that may restrict what a filmmaker can do if they want to avoid a lawsuit. Plus, jarrett tells about where he’s at in his mental health journey now that he’s past a major writing deadline. There’s more to a great biopic than simply depicting a chronology of events from a subject’s life. As guest Mychael Chinn makes clear in this episode, there are many factors that can impact a story, from the framing, decisions about what to include, or not include, and even legal issues that may restrict what a filmmaker can do if they want to avoid a lawsuit. Plus, jarrett tells about where he’s at in his mental health journey now that he’s past a major writing deadline. the clark sisters: first ladies of gospel, vivica foxx, katori hall, katori hall, mental health, j. alphonse nicholson, why do fools fall in love, biopics, antwone fisher, ray, lori lightfoot, denise dowse, kamiyah mobley, natgeo's genius, the black list, nicco annan, aretha franklin, donald trump, selena, franklin leonard, the unauthorized full house movie, uncle clifford, tina turner, password, loss and grief, morgan freeman, p-valley, respect, depression, malcolm x, missy elliott, death, viola davis, michelle obama, mychael chinn, lean on me, hidden figures, lil murda, what's love got to do with it, princess diana, keke palmer, spencer, clark sisters, relationships, oprah, mike tyson true full 131 52f2f278-bba1-4388-8eb5-6d4e42b7d24c The Breakfast Club Can't Sit With Us  

This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are discussing the complicated relationship we have with Charlamagne Tha God and the rest of the team over at "The Breakfast Club." 

The NYC-based syndicated radio show has been on the air since 2010 and has seen everyone from bestie in our head Mo'Nique to presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton come through. Guests can expect to have a candid conversation about hot topics and be grilled by hosts Charlamagne, DJ Envy and Angela Yee. 

There's no denying the show is a hit but sometimes in an effort to be provocative the show can let down its audience. It often traffics in misogyny, transphobia, ignorance and shenanigans. Not to mention the fact that it's received somewhat of a reputation as being the place for White politicians to go when they want to pander to Back voters.

]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/  

This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are discussing the complicated relationship we have with Charlamagne Tha God and the rest of the team over at "The Breakfast Club." 

The NYC-based syndicated radio show has been on the air since 2010 and has seen everyone from bestie in our head Mo'Nique to presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton come through. Guests can expect to have a candid conversation about hot topics and be grilled by hosts Charlamagne, DJ Envy and Angela Yee. 

There's no denying the show is a hit but sometimes in an effort to be provocative the show can let down its audience. It often traffics in misogyny, transphobia, ignorance and shenanigans. Not to mention the fact that it's received somewhat of a reputation as being the place for White politicians to go when they want to pander to Back voters.

]]> The Breakfast Club Can't Sit With Us Maximum Fun 00:48:16 *Our authoress Tre'vell Anderson is tangling with the 'Rona, and taking care of themself. We'll have a new episode next week, provided 'Rona doesn't visit jarrett  We're sharing our July 2, 2020 episode in the wake of Angela Yee's announcement that she'll be departing The Breakfast Club to host her own show. *Our authoress Tre'vell Anderson is tangling with the 'Rona, and taking care of themself. We'll have a new episode next week, provided 'Rona doesn't visit jarrett  We're sharing our July 2, 2020 episode in the wake of Angela Yee's announcement that she'll be departing The Breakfast Club to host her own show. charlamagne tha god, the breakfast club, michaela coel, angela yee, hilary clinton, i may destroy you, marsai martin, janet mock, joe biden true full 130 255d08a8-1bee-4468-a7b0-0d071fbc547e Thwarting (Professional) Conventions DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

hm: suicide prevention hot line becoming 988

Ta:

hm: Nichelle Nichols, Space icon

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Shady Rest Golf and Country Club in Scotch Plains joins National Register of Historic Places

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Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Thu, 4 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

hm: suicide prevention hot line becoming 988

Ta:

hm: Nichelle Nichols, Space icon

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Shady Rest Golf and Country Club in Scotch Plains joins National Register of Historic Places

Our Sponsors This Week

Lumi Labs Microdose Gummies

Our show this week is sponsored by Microdose Gummies. Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. 

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]]> Thwarting (Professional) Conventions Maximum Fun 00:54:44 Have you ever attended a professional conference? This week jarrett and Tre’vell are attending the NABJ x NAHJ Convention and Career Fair (#NABJNAHJ22), so it feels appropriate to give the FANTI treatment to professional conferences. Tre’vell’s never been shy about sharing their ANTI feelings, but they and hill are actively working to create the change they want to see. And we want to know what your experience is in your own profession. Have you ever attended a professional conference? This week jarrett and Tre’vell are attending the NABJ x NAHJ Convention and Career Fair (#NABJNAHJ22), so it feels appropriate to give the FANTI treatment to professional conferences. Tre’vell’s never been shy about sharing their ANTI feelings, but they and hill are actively working to create the change they want to see. And we want to know what your experience is in your own profession. las vegas conventions, cozy, professional conventions, beyoncé, fries, church girl, suicide prevention hotline, nabjla, french fries, national association of black journalists los angeles, nichelle nichols, shady rest golf and country club, tater tots, renaissance true full 129 61ea27d5-ae7d-456b-8a2c-74adf1fc0e55 Come for Beyoncé, Stay for the Seasoned Fries Mentioned in the Show

Rolling Stone’s The 70 Greatest Beyoncé Songs

Anything’s Possible

Fast Food Favorites

Arby’s curly fries

*Sonic tator tots

Burger King fries

Rally’s seasoned fries

McDonald’s fries

*there’s some dispute over whether tator tots should be considered fries

Tocaya

Shake Shack

Jack in the Box Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger

Wendy’s Breakfast Baconator

Gus’s Fried Chicken

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

HM: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever trailer dropped, coming to theaters nov 11.

HM: Black Men in Media celebrating 

HM: 

TA

HM: P-Valley; femme top supremacy 

HM: Ernie’s Secret podcast - The story of Ernest C. Withers, an African-American journalist dubbed the "original civil rights photographer" -- who also happened to be an FBI informant.

HM: Beyonce is coming -- 

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]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned in the Show

Rolling Stone’s The 70 Greatest Beyoncé Songs

Anything’s Possible

Fast Food Favorites

Arby’s curly fries

*Sonic tator tots

Burger King fries

Rally’s seasoned fries

McDonald’s fries

*there’s some dispute over whether tator tots should be considered fries

Tocaya

Shake Shack

Jack in the Box Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger

Wendy’s Breakfast Baconator

Gus’s Fried Chicken

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

HM: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever trailer dropped, coming to theaters nov 11.

HM: Black Men in Media celebrating 

HM: 

TA

HM: P-Valley; femme top supremacy 

HM: Ernie’s Secret podcast - The story of Ernest C. Withers, an African-American journalist dubbed the "original civil rights photographer" -- who also happened to be an FBI informant.

HM: Beyonce is coming -- 

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]]> Come for Beyoncé, Stay for the Seasoned Fries Maximum Fun 00:51:43 If you’re feeling hungry, you may want to eat before listening to this episode because it’s about fast food and jarrett goes into pretty graphic detail of the Chalupa Supreme, and various burgers loaded with bacon. There’s also a rousing debate over what constitutes a “french fry”, and if preferring Burger King’s fries to McDonald’s fries is, to quote Tre’vell, “anti-Black”. Plus, y’all already know that it’s about to go down. We recorded this episode on Tuesday, but it comes out the same day Her album Renaissance drops. To get ready, jarrett and Tre’vell go through Rolling Stone’s list of top Beyoncé songs. If you’re feeling hungry, you may want to eat before listening to this episode because it’s about fast food and jarrett goes into pretty graphic detail of the Chalupa Supreme, and various burgers loaded with bacon. There’s also a rousing debate over what constitutes a “french fry”, and if preferring Burger King’s fries to McDonald’s fries is, to quote Tre’vell, “anti-Black”. Plus, y’all already know that it’s about to go down. We recorded this episode on Tuesday, but it comes out the same day Her album Renaissance drops. To get ready, jarrett and Tre’vell go through Rolling Stone’s list of top Beyoncé songs. ashley nguyen, wendy’s, uber eats, single ladies (put a ring on it), crazy in love, taco bell, melvin robert, formation, mcdonalds, chipotle, wakanda, jack n’ the box, charles davis, love on top, homecoming live, fast food, chalupa supreme, black panther, p-valley, beyonce, john clarence stewart, shar jossel, baconator fries, montrel mckay, jay-z, costco, keith boykin, kevin e merida, billy porter, french fries, chalupa supreme, doordash, burger king, janet jackson, ernie’s secret, deja vu feat. jay-z, renaissance, eva reign, anything’s possible, gus’s fried chicken true full 128 1813d41b-47dc-4f94-a00f-942a60782efa (In Our) Lightskinned Feelings (ft. Charles H.F. Davis III) Plus, why are folks celebrating Burger King employee Kevin Ford for a 27-year perfect attendance record? jarrett and Charles get into all the ways stories like this should be cause for sorrow, and not celebration. 

Mentioned in the show

Burger King veteran Kevin Ford

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett

HM: to the shade on jay ellis for (finally) revealing his new wife to the world. 

HM: victoria’s secret: angels and demons

HM: severance

Charles HF Davis III:

HM: Shoutout to Issa Rae on the LA premier of her new show, Rap Shit, which is begins streaming today on HBOMax

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]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Plus, why are folks celebrating Burger King employee Kevin Ford for a 27-year perfect attendance record? jarrett and Charles get into all the ways stories like this should be cause for sorrow, and not celebration. 

Mentioned in the show

Burger King veteran Kevin Ford

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett

HM: to the shade on jay ellis for (finally) revealing his new wife to the world. 

HM: victoria’s secret: angels and demons

HM: severance

Charles HF Davis III:

HM: Shoutout to Issa Rae on the LA premier of her new show, Rap Shit, which is begins streaming today on HBOMax

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]]> (In Our) Lightskinned Feelings (ft. Charles H.F. Davis III) Maximum Fun 00:49:45 While Tre’vell continues their workacation, we’ve got FANTI veteran Dr. Charles H.F. Davis III joining jarrett for an in-depth conversation about Blackness, anti-Blackness, and the ways our [collective] obsession with skin tone is yet another insidious and toxic byproduct of white supremacy. While Tre’vell continues their workacation, we’ve got FANTI veteran Dr. Charles H.F. Davis III joining jarrett for an in-depth conversation about Blackness, anti-Blackness, and the ways our [collective] obsession with skin tone is yet another insidious and toxic byproduct of white supremacy. issa rae, jay ellis, black lives matter, white supremacy, rap shit, toxic masculinity, charles h.f. davis iii, kevin ford, jarrett lucas, fast-food, capitalism, slavery, drake, service workers, ebonics, colorism, burger king, low-wage, victoria’s secret: angels & demons, portia bartley, blm, severance true full 127 016670cf-5f6a-4584-a5d3-18dc19163d20 Being Vulnerable (ft. Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins & Dr. Nichole Liggins, M.D.) One such trial is Ashley and her husband’s year-plus effort to have a child. That is also the inspiration for having Dr. Nicholé Liggins, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. on the show to shed some light on what someone of late maternal age should know if they’re considering having a child.

Nicholé Liggins, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. on TikTok: DocMcCutie

ABFJ on Twitter

Trials to Triumphs

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett

hm: this BOP. 

hm: to the atlanta gwuarhls 

ASBJ

HM: Sheryl Lee Ralph getting her first Emmy nomination for Abbott Elementary

HM: To best friend Christina Elmore for booking a really big and wonderful gig 

DM:  Jill Biden

BHIHE

Sheryl Lee Ralph 

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]]> Thu, 14 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ One such trial is Ashley and her husband’s year-plus effort to have a child. That is also the inspiration for having Dr. Nicholé Liggins, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. on the show to shed some light on what someone of late maternal age should know if they’re considering having a child.

Nicholé Liggins, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. on TikTok: DocMcCutie

ABFJ on Twitter

Trials to Triumphs

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett

hm: this BOP. 

hm: to the atlanta gwuarhls 

ASBJ

HM: Sheryl Lee Ralph getting her first Emmy nomination for Abbott Elementary

HM: To best friend Christina Elmore for booking a really big and wonderful gig 

DM:  Jill Biden

BHIHE

Sheryl Lee Ralph 

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]]> Being Vulnerable (ft. Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins & Dr. Nichole Liggins, M.D.) Maximum Fun 00:58:25 This week it’s authoress Tre’vell who’s workationing, so jarrett is holding down the ‘cast. Joining him as guest co-host is his friend and fellow podcaster, actress Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins (aka ABFJ). For the FANTI discussion they contemplate the “fan” and “anti” of…vulnerability, particularly when it comes to sharing their private trials in a public forum. This week it’s authoress Tre’vell who’s workationing, so jarrett is holding down the ‘cast. Joining him as guest co-host is his friend and fellow podcaster, actress Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins (aka ABFJ). For the FANTI discussion they contemplate the “fan” and “anti” of…vulnerability, particularly when it comes to sharing their private trials in a public forum. vulnerability, ivf, and hsg, ashley blaine featherson-jenkins, abbott elementary, uterine fibroid removal, genetic testing, dear white people, dr. nichole d. liggins, geriatric pregnancy, obgyn, family planning, own, fertility, insecure, christina elmore, sheryl lee ralph, roe v wade, the girls on the bus, quinta brunson, condola, amh testing true full 126 f3e23181-8a05-42f5-8bc5-8fc2a51c9a00 Resisting Resistance Plus, they’ve got book updates and new milestones to share.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

dm: Texas, where nine “educators” proposed updating the state’s social studies curriculum to refer to slavery as “involuntary relocation”.

NBC News article

hm: Darian Aaron for winning an NLGJA Award, charles (appointment)

hm: Tabitha Brown

  • New line in Target, 
  • And her Food Network show It’s CompliPlated will premiere August 11th. It’s the first plant-based competition show on The Food network 
  • hm: intentionally excluded/exploited communities

 

TA

HM: Tom Swift canceled

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Vicente Lusitano the first known published Black composer 

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]]> Thu, 7 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Plus, they’ve got book updates and new milestones to share.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

dm: Texas, where nine “educators” proposed updating the state’s social studies curriculum to refer to slavery as “involuntary relocation”.

NBC News article

hm: Darian Aaron for winning an NLGJA Award, charles (appointment)

hm: Tabitha Brown

  • New line in Target, 
  • And her Food Network show It’s CompliPlated will premiere August 11th. It’s the first plant-based competition show on The Food network 
  • hm: intentionally excluded/exploited communities

 

TA

HM: Tom Swift canceled

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Vicente Lusitano the first known published Black composer 

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]]> Resisting Resistance Maximum Fun 00:46:57 In this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell break down all the ways being part of the resistance movement is hard, and thanks to the most conservative Supreme Court in 90 years, the list of injustices we need to resist keeps growing–reproductive rights, common-sense gun laws, the environment, religious freedom, and horrors that are on the horizon. How can we form part of the resistance, and make space for ourselves? And what qualifies as resistance? That’s the complex and complicado they grapple with in this episode. In this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell break down all the ways being part of the resistance movement is hard, and thanks to the most conservative Supreme Court in 90 years, the list of injustices we need to resist keeps growing–reproductive rights, common-sense gun laws, the environment, religious freedom, and horrors that are on the horizon. How can we form part of the resistance, and make space for ourselves? And what qualifies as resistance? That’s the complex and complicado they grapple with in this episode. historically black phrases, trans rights, racism, toni morrison, target, nlgja award, gay rights, the food network, it’s compliplated, vegan cooking, darian aaron, resistance, tabitha brown, tom swift, wanda sykes, don’t say gay, blm true full 125 3479a565-2943-4a95-b211-280ea913655f An Unholy “Pro-Life” Alliance (ft. Asha Dahya)  

Mentioned in the Show

Ana Kasparian of The Young Turks 

Resistance Revival Choir

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett

hm: Doechii performance at BET Awards

hm: Saucy Santana, 

asha 

dm: Rep. Karianne Lisonbee (R-UT)

hm: AOC on MTP

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]]> Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/  

Mentioned in the Show

Ana Kasparian of The Young Turks 

Resistance Revival Choir

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

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hm: Doechii performance at BET Awards

hm: Saucy Santana, 

asha 

dm: Rep. Karianne Lisonbee (R-UT)

hm: AOC on MTP

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]]> An Unholy “Pro-Life” Alliance (ft. Asha Dahya) Maximum Fun 00:59:24 This week it’s jarrett’s turn to fly solo, while Tre’vell takes a break. In the wake of the SCOTUS decision on Roe v. Wade, jarrett welcomes back reproductive rights advocate, and board member of the Religious Coalition for Reproduction Choice Asha Dahya. She and jarrett take a look at the post-Roe world as people of faith, and how the Supreme’s Court decision runs contrary to the establishment clause and is rooted less in the Bible than it is in politics and white evangelical supremacy. This week it’s jarrett’s turn to fly solo, while Tre’vell takes a break. In the wake of the SCOTUS decision on Roe v. Wade, jarrett welcomes back reproductive rights advocate, and board member of the Religious Coalition for Reproduction Choice Asha Dahya. She and jarrett take a look at the post-Roe world as people of faith, and how the Supreme’s Court decision runs contrary to the establishment clause and is rooted less in the Bible than it is in politics and white evangelical supremacy. 2024 elections, material girl, catholicism, rick caruso, ana kasparian, abortion, madonna, religious coalition for religious choice, same sex marriage, neil gorsuch, donald trump, contraception, kamala harris, asha daya, griswold, citizens united, hillary clinton, supreme break, the young turks, ron desantis, griswold v connecticut, ketanji brown jackson, authoritarianism, evangelicals, amy comey barrett, roe v wade, equality, saucy santana, karen bass, obergefell v. hodges, lawrence v. texas, reproductive rights, national council for jewish women, don't say gay, brett kavanaugh, religious freedom, justice clarence thomas, bet awards, joe biden true full 124 13e65484-2c77-47c5-97b2-787bb4f74528 What Was Said Mentioned in the show

(Solo) ho 

Jeff commented on the episode Shine Bright (ft. Danyel Smith)

Dr. Ksera Dyette, PsyD, BCB had thoughts about jarrett’s issues with people who don’t respect the “Do Not Disturb” notification on his phone, from the episode Social Media Is Work Too (ft. Jonta’ Harris and Denver Sean)

Kim (she/her) had a song recommendation

We had several listeners write in about the tipping episode The Tipping Point, including Milika who told us about NPR’s Throughline episode “The Land of the Free” about the history of tipping.

A later-in-life virgin really appreciated the thoughtfulness and respect sexpert Jimanekia Eborn exhibited in the advice she offered for our sex advice episodes.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

hm: Da’Shaun Harrison’s Lambda Literary Award

hm: light skinned underdogs, drake and beyoncé

m: nichole. all you niggas shouting at the tv, it’s cute when i do it. (idea for a segment?)

BHIH - Wendy Williams’ last show…without Wendy herself

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]]> Thu, 23 Jun 2022 07:45:07 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned in the show

(Solo) ho 

Jeff commented on the episode Shine Bright (ft. Danyel Smith)

Dr. Ksera Dyette, PsyD, BCB had thoughts about jarrett’s issues with people who don’t respect the “Do Not Disturb” notification on his phone, from the episode Social Media Is Work Too (ft. Jonta’ Harris and Denver Sean)

Kim (she/her) had a song recommendation

We had several listeners write in about the tipping episode The Tipping Point, including Milika who told us about NPR’s Throughline episode “The Land of the Free” about the history of tipping.

A later-in-life virgin really appreciated the thoughtfulness and respect sexpert Jimanekia Eborn exhibited in the advice she offered for our sex advice episodes.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

hm: Da’Shaun Harrison’s Lambda Literary Award

hm: light skinned underdogs, drake and beyoncé

m: nichole. all you niggas shouting at the tv, it’s cute when i do it. (idea for a segment?)

BHIH - Wendy Williams’ last show…without Wendy herself

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]]> What Was Said Maximum Fun 01:01:45 For the past three weeks jarrett has been MIA, so Tre’vell has had to shoulder all the FANTI responsibilities themself. The official word is that jarrett’s been on “creative hiatus”. But what does that even mean? Well jarrett is back and can tell y’all himself. This also means that he and Tre’vell can finally dig into the listener mailbag, which was quite full. Listeners wrote in about being asexual, loving Danyel Smith’s episode, tipping culture and more. For the past three weeks jarrett has been MIA, so Tre’vell has had to shoulder all the FANTI responsibilities themself. The official word is that jarrett’s been on “creative hiatus”. But what does that even mean? Well jarrett is back and can tell y’all himself. This also means that he and Tre’vell can finally dig into the listener mailbag, which was quite full. Listeners wrote in about being asexual, loving Danyel Smith’s episode, tipping culture and more. shine bright, jolene, jiminekia eborn, maxfuncon, garcelle beauvais, break my soul, ace, van lathan, jarrett lucas, npr’s throughline, danyel smith, beyonce, isimemen etute, ralph lauren, drake, vision awards, the land of the fee, femi redwood, lil’ nas x, it’s ok to say gay, higher learning, asexual, tipping, stonewall foundation true full 123 c8036ad4-c836-4465-8eb2-f79e97e62804 That’s What Friends Are For (ft. Bianca Carter) Pass the Popcorn

Bianca started her relationship with RuPaul’s Drag Race during COVID, so Tre’vell thought it fitting to talk Season 7, All Stars starring: Raja, Yvie Oddly, Shea Couleé, Jinkx Monsoon, Monét X Change, Trinity The Tuck, Jaida Essence Hall and The Vivienne. They share who they’re rooting for right now, about 4-5 episodes into the season.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Bianca

HM: Naima Cochrane the creator & curator of @MusicSermon on Instagram. It’s #BlackMusicMonthChallenge, and she’s put together a prompt for everyday this month and folks are posting their favorite songs matching the prompt by Black artists.

HM: Simone Leanora who works as a personal assistant for ridiculously fine, hot cocoa on winter morning Mahershala Ali. She recently posted a video on her Tik Tok account with him answering a question about whether personal assistants who work for actors get to go on set. 

 

DM: James Patterson who said “you don’t see many 52 years old white males” getting writing contracts these days. 

Tre’vell

HM: myself!

HM: Lizzo releases new version of 'GRRRLS' with lyric change after blowback for use of ableist slur

BHIHE

Jennifer Hudson is an EGOT winner

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]]> Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Pass the Popcorn

Bianca started her relationship with RuPaul’s Drag Race during COVID, so Tre’vell thought it fitting to talk Season 7, All Stars starring: Raja, Yvie Oddly, Shea Couleé, Jinkx Monsoon, Monét X Change, Trinity The Tuck, Jaida Essence Hall and The Vivienne. They share who they’re rooting for right now, about 4-5 episodes into the season.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Bianca

HM: Naima Cochrane the creator & curator of @MusicSermon on Instagram. It’s #BlackMusicMonthChallenge, and she’s put together a prompt for everyday this month and folks are posting their favorite songs matching the prompt by Black artists.

HM: Simone Leanora who works as a personal assistant for ridiculously fine, hot cocoa on winter morning Mahershala Ali. She recently posted a video on her Tik Tok account with him answering a question about whether personal assistants who work for actors get to go on set. 

 

DM: James Patterson who said “you don’t see many 52 years old white males” getting writing contracts these days. 

Tre’vell

HM: myself!

HM: Lizzo releases new version of 'GRRRLS' with lyric change after blowback for use of ableist slur

BHIHE

Jennifer Hudson is an EGOT winner

Our Sponsors This Week

Dipsea:

Dipsea is an app full of hundreds of short, sexy audio stories designed by women for women. They bring scenarios to life with immersive soundscapes and characters, no matter who you’re into or what turns you on. 

For listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/FANTI. 

Lumi Labs:

Our show this week is sponsored by Microdose Gummies. Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. 

To learn more about microdosing THC, go to Microdose.com and use code: FANTI  to get free shipping & 30% off your first order. 

 

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Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> That’s What Friends Are For (ft. Bianca Carter) Maximum Fun 01:01:16 This week, Tre’vell invites best friend Bianca to co-host the episode to dig into the topic of friendship. They met one another twelve years ago as Bonner scholarship recipients attending an anti-poverty program. As Bianca recalls, she and Tre’vell clicked immediately, but they were stand-offish the second time they met in person. Each of their perspectives highlight the different ways people navigate their relationships, and that the key to getting what one needs from a friend is communication. This week, Tre’vell invites best friend Bianca to co-host the episode to dig into the topic of friendship. They met one another twelve years ago as Bonner scholarship recipients attending an anti-poverty program. As Bianca recalls, she and Tre’vell clicked immediately, but they were stand-offish the second time they met in person. Each of their perspectives highlight the different ways people navigate their relationships, and that the key to getting what one needs from a friend is communication. egot, james patterson, dipsea, bianca carter, #blackmonthmusicchallenge, lizzo, jennifer hudson, rupaul’s drag race all stars season 7, jaida essence hall and the vivienne, yvie oddly, grrrls, trinity the tuck, clark atlanta, mahershala ali, bonner scholar, if you really knew me, musicsermon, wendy williams, personal assistants, jinkx monsoon, naima cochrane, simone leanora, shea couleé, raja, mtv challenge day, lumi labs, monét x change, ahmad barber, hbcus, spelman true full 122 48483c91-f455-4c54-b2e4-59d5dffad099 Fat, Black & Femme (ft. Dr. Jon Paul Higgins) Mentioned in the show

Jon Paul has a brand new podcast, Black, Fat & Femme (@BlkFatFemmePod), debuting next month

BHIHE

Justine Lindsay

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jon Paul

hm: Niecy Nash & Jessica Betts

hm: The new ‘Safety Check’ feature on Apple’s iOS 16

dm: The people spreading the rumor that queer people are the ones spreading Monkey pox

dm: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis for posting Juneteenth watermelon salad pictures on its website

Tre’vell

hm: Heartstopper on Netflix

hm: Aunjanue Ellis comes out as Bi

Our Sponsors This Week

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Our show this week is sponsored by Microdose Gummies. Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

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Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’vell Anderson, 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Thu, 9 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned in the show

Jon Paul has a brand new podcast, Black, Fat & Femme (@BlkFatFemmePod), debuting next month

BHIHE

Justine Lindsay

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jon Paul

hm: Niecy Nash & Jessica Betts

hm: The new ‘Safety Check’ feature on Apple’s iOS 16

dm: The people spreading the rumor that queer people are the ones spreading Monkey pox

dm: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis for posting Juneteenth watermelon salad pictures on its website

Tre’vell

hm: Heartstopper on Netflix

hm: Aunjanue Ellis comes out as Bi

Our Sponsors This Week

Lumi Labs

Our show this week is sponsored by Microdose Gummies. Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you feel just the right amount of good. 

To learn more about microdosing THC, go to Microdose.com and use code: FANTI  to get free shipping & 30% off your first order. 

 

BetterHelp

BetterHelp is customized online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to. 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’vell Anderson, 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Fat, Black & Femme (ft. Dr. Jon Paul Higgins) Maximum Fun 01:02:57 This week, jarrett is still on hiatus so Tre’vell is joined by Dr. Jon Paul for a conversation about body positivity and body neutrality moving through the world as fat, Black and femme, and how they’ve found peace with themselves. In addition, they both dig into the world of corporate Pride branding, asking who the folks are who buy it, and which brands’ merchandise hits, and which ones miss. This week, jarrett is still on hiatus so Tre’vell is joined by Dr. Jon Paul for a conversation about body positivity and body neutrality moving through the world as fat, Black and femme, and how they’ve found peace with themselves. In addition, they both dig into the world of corporate Pride branding, asking who the folks are who buy it, and which brands’ merchandise hits, and which ones miss. ryan mitchell, kohl’s, jessica betts, pride marketing, black fat femme, body positivity, aunjanue ellis, pinkwashing, amber j phillips, coach, corporate pride, body negativity, body neutrality, trevor project, apple safety check, monkey pox, queer, apple ios 16, queer washing, trans, children’s museum of indianapolis, andré leon talley, rainbow washing, visibility, justine lindsay, saucy santana, iheart radio, niecy nash, heartstopper, emancipation of mimi, mariah carey, apple, pride, black fat and femme podcast true full 121 defdfd7a-b2f1-48f1-b1c4-8798ddfb94ed Keep Slutting Me Out with Affection (ft. Jimanekia Eborn) Our Sponsors This Week

Microdose Gummies

Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you  feel just the right amount of good. 

To get free shipping and 30% your first order, go to MicrodoseGummies.com and use code FANTI.

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When it comes to looking good, Stitch Fix has you covered. Say “goodbye” to endless browsing and “hello” to fresh picks curated for your size and taste. 

Sign up today at StitchFix.com/FANTI to get $20 off your first purchase 

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen




 

]]> Thu, 2 Jun 2022 11:37:21 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Our Sponsors This Week

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Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you  feel just the right amount of good. 

To get free shipping and 30% your first order, go to MicrodoseGummies.com and use code FANTI.

StitchFix

When it comes to looking good, Stitch Fix has you covered. Say “goodbye” to endless browsing and “hello” to fresh picks curated for your size and taste. 

Sign up today at StitchFix.com/FANTI to get $20 off your first purchase 

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen




 

]]> Keep Slutting Me Out with Affection (ft. Jimanekia Eborn) Maximum Fun 00:32:33 *Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and trauma* This week, jarrett and Tre’vell bring part two of their conversation with  sexpert Jimanekia Eborn. Jimanekia weighs in on a couple’s mismatched libido, issues and boundaries related to consent, and how to talk with sexual partners about your turn-ons without feeling awkward. jarrett is out this week on vacation, so it’s Tre’vell solo, and the episode is devoted to answering listener questions. *Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and trauma* This week, jarrett and Tre’vell bring part two of their conversation with  sexpert Jimanekia Eborn. Jimanekia weighs in on a couple’s mismatched libido, issues and boundaries related to consent, and how to talk with sexual partners about your turn-ons without feeling awkward. jarrett is out this week on vacation, so it’s Tre’vell solo, and the episode is devoted to answering listener questions. coconut oil, sex education, trauma, sexual assault, anal, jessica watkins, aunties diaries, ace, sex, rape, sexpert, libido, trans, ev’yan whitney, condoms, consent, sex toys, asexual, lube, jimanekia eborn true full 120 17455924-71a1-4b1b-8910-5574955c055a Shine Bright (ft. Danyel Smith)  

Mentioned in the show

GQ: Future Is the Best Rapper Alive

Black Girl Songbook Podcast

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Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Thu, 26 May 2022 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/  

Mentioned in the show

GQ: Future Is the Best Rapper Alive

Black Girl Songbook Podcast

Our Sponsors This Week

Microdose Gummies

Microdose Gummies deliver perfect, entry-level doses of THC that help you  feel just the right amount of good.

To get free shipping and 30% your first order, go to MicrodoseGummies.com and use code FANTI.

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Shine Bright (ft. Danyel Smith) Maximum Fun 01:11:05 We’re trying out a new format for those occasions when our guest is so extraordinary, it’d be a disservice to limit the conversation to just thirty minutes. This week Tre’vell and jarrett are thrilled to have the legendary editor, writer and author Danyel Smith. Her new book is Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop. Danyel gives a primer on the need to tell the full history of our woefully unappreciated Black, female artists, and why it’s long past time for Black journalists to tell our stories. We’re trying out a new format for those occasions when our guest is so extraordinary, it’d be a disservice to limit the conversation to just thirty minutes. This week Tre’vell and jarrett are thrilled to have the legendary editor, writer and author Danyel Smith. Her new book is Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop. Danyel gives a primer on the need to tell the full history of our woefully unappreciated Black, female artists, and why it’s long past time for Black journalists to tell our stories. magazine writing, future, dana owens, kanye west, vibe magazine, elliott wilson, hip hop, cory murray, danyel smith, spike lee, journalism, gwyneth paltrow, editing, whitney houston, jay-z, queen latifah, john s. knight journalism fellow at stanford university, espn, eddie levert, jemele hill, conde nast, music journalism, writing, n**gas in paris true full 119 7924e6eb-a2a1-40bd-86ad-61965e17745e Slut Me Out with Affection (ft. Jimanekia Eborn) *Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and trauma*

This week, jarrett and Tre’vell sit down with sexpert Jimanekia Eborn to answer listener questions about sex and sexuality. It was such a great conversation we couldn’t fit it into just one episode. There are questions about mismatched libidos, how to go through a “hoe phase” and communicate with prospective partners, and how to talk to your partners about what you like in bed…before you’re in bed.  

Plus, Tre’vell has thoughts on the Kendrick Lamar single Auntie Diaries.

Mentioned in the Show

Kendrick Lamar’s Auntie Diaries

Trauma Queen podcast

Jimanekia Eborn on Twitter

Miss Jaiya’s Erotic Blueprint test

Yes, No, Maybe test

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

dm: to subscriber platforms that don’t let you pause/cancel in the app. (orange theory, hello fresh)

  • vitamin d deficiency

hm: Couple’s Therapy on Showtime

hm: Balance: Positioning Yourself to Do All Things Well by Touré Roberts

TA

HM: Linnethia Lounge

HM: Middle seat etiquette 

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Jessica Watkins to be the 1st Black woman to serve at the International Space Station. On Wednesday, SpaceX launches the next NASA astronauts to the International Space Station — including Jessica Watkins, who is to become the first Black woman on a long-duration mission.

Our Sponsors This Week

BetterHelp

BetterHelp is customized online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to. 

FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI. 

Brooklinen:

Comfort-ers in chief and creators of the softest, most luxurious home essentials, perfect for relaxation. 

For $20 off your purchase of $100 or more, visit Brooklinen.com and use promo code [FANTI] 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer and Lorraine Wheat is producer. 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson,

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Thu, 19 May 2022 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ *Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and trauma*

This week, jarrett and Tre’vell sit down with sexpert Jimanekia Eborn to answer listener questions about sex and sexuality. It was such a great conversation we couldn’t fit it into just one episode. There are questions about mismatched libidos, how to go through a “hoe phase” and communicate with prospective partners, and how to talk to your partners about what you like in bed…before you’re in bed.  

Plus, Tre’vell has thoughts on the Kendrick Lamar single Auntie Diaries.

Mentioned in the Show

Kendrick Lamar’s Auntie Diaries

Trauma Queen podcast

Jimanekia Eborn on Twitter

Miss Jaiya’s Erotic Blueprint test

Yes, No, Maybe test

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

dm: to subscriber platforms that don’t let you pause/cancel in the app. (orange theory, hello fresh)

  • vitamin d deficiency

hm: Couple’s Therapy on Showtime

hm: Balance: Positioning Yourself to Do All Things Well by Touré Roberts

TA

HM: Linnethia Lounge

HM: Middle seat etiquette 

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Jessica Watkins to be the 1st Black woman to serve at the International Space Station. On Wednesday, SpaceX launches the next NASA astronauts to the International Space Station — including Jessica Watkins, who is to become the first Black woman on a long-duration mission.

Our Sponsors This Week

BetterHelp

BetterHelp is customized online therapy that offers video, phone and even live chat sessions with your therapist, so you don’t have to see anyone on camera if you don’t want to. 

FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI. 

Brooklinen:

Comfort-ers in chief and creators of the softest, most luxurious home essentials, perfect for relaxation. 

For $20 off your purchase of $100 or more, visit Brooklinen.com and use promo code [FANTI] 

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@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer and Lorraine Wheat is producer. 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson,

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Slut Me Out with Affection (ft. Jimanekia Eborn) Maximum Fun 01:05:18 *Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and trauma* This week, jarrett and Tre’vell sit down with sexpert Jimanekia Eborn to answer listener questions about sex and sexuality. It was such a great conversation we couldn’t fit it into just one episode. There are questions about mismatched libidos, how to go through a “hoe phase” and communicate with prospective partners, and how to talk to your partners about what you like in bed…before you’re in bed. *Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and trauma* This week, jarrett and Tre’vell sit down with sexpert Jimanekia Eborn to answer listener questions about sex and sexuality. It was such a great conversation we couldn’t fit it into just one episode. There are questions about mismatched libidos, how to go through a “hoe phase” and communicate with prospective partners, and how to talk to your partners about what you like in bed…before you’re in bed. coconut oil, miss jaiya, sex education, trauma, sexual assault, anal, spacex, jessica watkins, aunties diaries, ace, sex, nasa, rape, sexpert, libido, trans, linnethia lounge, ev’yan whitney, condoms, asexual, female to male transition, kendrick lamar, lube, couples therapy, jimanekia eborn true full 118 885f663e-ad5e-42e7-9a7c-4469090af270 Social Media Is Work, Too (ft. Jonta’ Harris & Denver Sean) Pass the Popcorn

jarrett has an etiquette question related to sending text messaging. If someone bypasses his “Do Not Disturb” message by categorizing their message as “urgent”, is that a boundary violation?

The Social Dilemma

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’vell

HM: Marry Me

HM: The 355

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Go Lay Down

Our Sponsors This Week

StitchFix

When it comes to looking good, Stitch Fix has you covered. Say “goodbye” to endless browsing and “hello” to fresh picks curated for your size and taste. 

Sign up today at StitchFix.com/FANTI to get $20 off your first purchase 

 

Dipsea

Dipsea is an app full of hundreds of short, sexy audio stories designed by women for women. 

For listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/FANTI 

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Thu, 12 May 2022 08:20:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Pass the Popcorn

jarrett has an etiquette question related to sending text messaging. If someone bypasses his “Do Not Disturb” message by categorizing their message as “urgent”, is that a boundary violation?

The Social Dilemma

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’vell

HM: Marry Me

HM: The 355

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Go Lay Down

Our Sponsors This Week

StitchFix

When it comes to looking good, Stitch Fix has you covered. Say “goodbye” to endless browsing and “hello” to fresh picks curated for your size and taste. 

Sign up today at StitchFix.com/FANTI to get $20 off your first purchase 

 

Dipsea

Dipsea is an app full of hundreds of short, sexy audio stories designed by women for women. 

For listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/FANTI 

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

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@JarrettHill

@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

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]]> Social Media Is Work, Too (ft. Jonta’ Harris & Denver Sean) Maximum Fun 01:04:41 This week, jarrett and Tre’vell are joined by social media influencers Denver Sean and Jonta’ Harris for a conversation about the amount of work involved in creating lifestyle content, particularly when the influencer scene is dominated by white women. The two get into how they each got their start, and when they realized it was possible to make a living as an influencer. This week, jarrett and Tre’vell are joined by social media influencers Denver Sean and Jonta’ Harris for a conversation about the amount of work involved in creating lifestyle content, particularly when the influencer scene is dominated by white women. The two get into how they each got their start, and when they realized it was possible to make a living as an influencer. the social dilemma, dipsea, jonta' harris, the 355, jessica chastain, iphone, stitchfix, marry me, do not disturb notification, go lay down, miss sloan, denver sean, lupita nyong'o true full 117 c11ba564-1ffb-44af-9af1-081959707115 Blacktivism (ft. Tiffany Johnson) Plus, Met Gala superfan and director Tiffany Johnson gives us her reactions to the best and worst fashions of the night.

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]]> Blacktivism (ft. Tiffany Johnson) Maximum Fun 01:00:37 **Just a reminder that this is week two of the MaxFunDrive, so if you’d like to support the work Tre’vell and jarrett are doing, just visit MaximumFun.org/join.** Journalist Ernest Owens wrote a piece for New York Magazine called The Rise & Rupture of Campaign Zero, in which he speaks to one of the founders of that organization, Johnetta Elzie, and why she fell out. jarrett and Tre’vell have spoken in passing around ego and celebrity in the broader Black Lives Matter ecosystem, and this week seemed like the right time to get into it. **Just a reminder that this is week two of the MaxFunDrive, so if you’d like to support the work Tre’vell and jarrett are doing, just visit MaximumFun.org/join.** Journalist Ernest Owens wrote a piece for New York Magazine called The Rise & Rupture of Campaign Zero, in which he speaks to one of the founders of that organization, Johnetta Elzie, and why she fell out. jarrett and Tre’vell have spoken in passing around ego and celebrity in the broader Black Lives Matter ecosystem, and this week seemed like the right time to get into it. campaign zero, new york magazine, tiffany johnson, jennifer hudson, abortion, ernest owens, police reform, black lives matter, samuel sinyangwe, rupaul and zach stafford, social justice, democracy, shaun king, broadway, black lives matter global justice, black girl sunscsreen, strange loop, johnetta elzie, hillary clinton, michael jackson, blake lively, billy porter, mindy kaling, deray mckesson, roe v wade, brittany packnett cunningham, don cheadle, patrisse cullors, don’t say gay, ryan reynolds, women’s rights, met gala, the rise & rupture of campaign zero true full 116 f8c483b4-9d5f-4d8c-89f6-c2392ab6a107 The Tipping Point Mentioned in the show

@AntiDietPilot tipping rant on TikTok

Christina Morales article for NYT on tipping

The Circus on Showtime

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HM: for my fellow limited series drama lovers, anatomy of a scandal on netflix is definitely a ride. 

HM: my students at usc annenberg. today is the last full day of class, tre’vell is actually the final guest speaker

HM: i think it’s important that we remember that viola davis is one of the greatest ever

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]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned in the show

@AntiDietPilot tipping rant on TikTok

Christina Morales article for NYT on tipping

The Circus on Showtime

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett

HM: for my fellow limited series drama lovers, anatomy of a scandal on netflix is definitely a ride. 

HM: my students at usc annenberg. today is the last full day of class, tre’vell is actually the final guest speaker

HM: i think it’s important that we remember that viola davis is one of the greatest ever

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]]> The Tipping Point Maximum Fun 01:05:42 **This episode is coming out during the first week of #MaxFunDrive. If you’d like to support the show, and let jarrett and Tre’vell know you appreciate the hard work that goes into it, please consider becoming a MaxFun member, or upgrading your membership if you’re able. Visit the website to see the great gifts and incentives offered during the drive: MaximumFun.org/join** Is “tipping culture” out of control? A recent article in the New York Times by Christina Morales, explores this thorny question, and was the inspiration for this week’s complex & complicado conversation. jarrett and Tre’vell tackle questions like: In addition to wait staff at restaurants, which types of workers should receive a tip? How much should you tip? Why should customers be responsible for subsidizing the salaries of service workers? **This episode is coming out during the first week of #MaxFunDrive. If you’d like to support the show, and let jarrett and Tre’vell know you appreciate the hard work that goes into it, please consider becoming a MaxFun member, or upgrading your membership if you’re able. Visit the website to see the great gifts and incentives offered during the drive: MaximumFun.org/join** Is “tipping culture” out of control? A recent article in the New York Times by Christina Morales, explores this thorny question, and was the inspiration for this week’s complex & complicado conversation. jarrett and Tre’vell tackle questions like: In addition to wait staff at restaurants, which types of workers should receive a tip? How much should you tip? Why should customers be responsible for subsidizing the salaries of service workers? desantis, gov. ron desantis, usc annenberg, christina morales, shine bright: a very personal history of black women in pop, democracy, maxfundrive, mac n’ cheese, danyel smith, anatomy of a scandal, popeye’s, voting, republicans, trans, authoritarianism, service industry, maga, viola davis, don’t say gay, tipping, the circus true full 115 e022ff73-1f5b-452a-aaed-e8c9d74cf617 Breaking Up Is Hard to Do Plus, they’ll detail some of the things they’ve learned about each other while collaborating on Historically Black Phrases, and give us an update on the book’s status.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

hm: danielle pinnock

hm: eboni marshall turman

hm: a black lady sketch show

hm: the roast of justin bieber

TA

DM: South Dakota Public Radio for firing  Stel Kline (they/them), trans host of a morning show 

HM: The Ms. Pat Show on BET+, co-created by Jordan Cooper on BET+

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]]> Thu, 21 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Plus, they’ll detail some of the things they’ve learned about each other while collaborating on Historically Black Phrases, and give us an update on the book’s status.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

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hm: danielle pinnock

hm: eboni marshall turman

hm: a black lady sketch show

hm: the roast of justin bieber

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DM: South Dakota Public Radio for firing  Stel Kline (they/them), trans host of a morning show 

HM: The Ms. Pat Show on BET+, co-created by Jordan Cooper on BET+

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]]> Breaking Up Is Hard to Do Maximum Fun 01:02:48 This week, for no particular reason at all, hosts jarrett and the now-single Tre’vell get into the complex and complicado of romantic break-ups. They tackle questions like: Is it okay to date a friend’s ex? Is it fair to expect mutual friends to choose a side in the break-up? Can exes be friends with each other? Was the phone-throwing a sign a break-up was imminent? This week, for no particular reason at all, hosts jarrett and the now-single Tre’vell get into the complex and complicado of romantic break-ups. They tackle questions like: Is it okay to date a friend’s ex? Is it fair to expect mutual friends to choose a side in the break-up? Can exes be friends with each other? Was the phone-throwing a sign a break-up was imminent? ten speed press, historically black phrases, juneteenth, lizzo, justin bieber, bob the drag queen, exes, justin bieber roast, dating, amber abundance, jesus, dr. spirit, love and relationships, break-ups, amber j. phillips, blackish, da'shaun l. harrison, black lady sketch show, kenya barris, oprah true full 114 fdbfbca7-4508-4fa8-b9fe-26b9887802c6 Corona-THRIVE-us Mentioned in the episode

Heather Chelan’s song The Pandemic Isn’t Over (song)  Heb on the Web (TikTok)  

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

dm: brooklyn and new yorkers after the subway shooting

dm: Impact of don’t say gay laws

hm: Passing in the family: synclaire

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HM: Morehouse College and coach Robert Myrick for winning The Honda Classic All-Star Challenge Morehouse

HM: Gender neutral markers on U.S. passports available

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Heather Chelan’s song The Pandemic Isn’t Over (song)  Heb on the Web (TikTok)  

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

dm: brooklyn and new yorkers after the subway shooting

dm: Impact of don’t say gay laws

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]]> Corona-THRIVE-us Maximum Fun 00:48:27 *Awkward conversation warning* This week jarrett and Tre’vell get personal about their lives in the time of ‘Rona. Since it emerged in 2020, COVID pandemic’s death toll is staggering, with over an estimated 18 million people globally. We also know the toll it’s taken on our mental health, and have yet to understand its long-term health impacts. But the impacts on an individual level? That’s when it can get complex and complicado. How do you talk about the pandemic if it’s left you relatively unscathed? Or if you’ve…thrived? These are just a few of the issues that jarrett and Tre’vell grapple with, and they’re bracing themselves for all y’all’s responses. *Awkward conversation warning* This week jarrett and Tre’vell get personal about their lives in the time of ‘Rona. Since it emerged in 2020, COVID pandemic’s death toll is staggering, with over an estimated 18 million people globally. We also know the toll it’s taken on our mental health, and have yet to understand its long-term health impacts. But the impacts on an individual level? That’s when it can get complex and complicado. How do you talk about the pandemic if it’s left you relatively unscathed? Or if you’ve…thrived? These are just a few of the issues that jarrett and Tre’vell grapple with, and they’re bracing themselves for all y’all’s responses. coronavirus, gender neutral passports, student loans, the honda classic all-star challenge, success, morehouse college, pop culture happy hour, heather chelan, dr. charles h.f. davis iii, pandemic, depression, student loan debt, career, unemployment, rothaniel, heb on the web, robert myrick, don’t say gay, jerrod carmichael, covid, cancel culture true full 113 03d632d4-5ac5-4776-bea8-d3ef36b3fe7f Schoolin’ Life (ft. Charles H.F. Davis III) Mentioned in the Show

Jerrod Carmichael’s HBO comedy special Rothaniel

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jarrett

DM: Don’t Say Gay legislation

HM: Jeen-yus on Netflix

HM: For Love & Country on Amazon

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HM: Watch Out for the Big Grrrls

HM: Lee Daniels & Mo’nique patching things up

BHIHE

Floyd J. McCree, Flint, MI’s first black mayor

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Jerrod Carmichael’s HBO comedy special Rothaniel

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

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DM: Don’t Say Gay legislation

HM: Jeen-yus on Netflix

HM: For Love & Country on Amazon

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Floyd J. McCree, Flint, MI’s first black mayor

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]]> Schoolin’ Life (ft. Charles H.F. Davis III) Maximum Fun 01:01:01 Just how valuable is a college education, or advanced degree(s)? The answer, it turns out, is complex and complicado. For this week’s conversation, jarrett and Tre’vell are joined by Dr. Charles Davis, an assistant professor at University of Michigan, focusing on issues of race, racism, and resistance. They each take a look at their own journeys in higher education, and whether obtaining their degree–or not–was worth the time and money they invested. Just how valuable is a college education, or advanced degree(s)? The answer, it turns out, is complex and complicado. For this week’s conversation, jarrett and Tre’vell are joined by Dr. Charles Davis, an assistant professor at University of Michigan, focusing on issues of race, racism, and resistance. They each take a look at their own journeys in higher education, and whether obtaining their degree–or not–was worth the time and money they invested. college, for love & country, chris rock, lizzo, jeen-yus, jada pinkett smith, rothanial, morehouse college, kanye west, charles h.f. davis iii, usc, university of arizona, loan forgiveness, mo’nique, higher education, don’t say gay law, student loan debt, watch out for the big grrrls, masters degree, floyd j. mccree, lee daniels, college degrees, jerrod carmichael, will smith, stanford true full 112 0cb56093-de5c-4ccd-b1bd-69ac10baa155 The Oscars Slapped Mentioned in the show

What a Day - The Fight for Trans Liberation Is Everyone’s Fight w/ Raquel Willis

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

HM: Questlove Summer of Soul

HM: Ariana DeBose won best actress in a supporting role for West Side Story 

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HM: Trans Day of Visibility / Trans Week of Visibility and Action

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]]> Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned in the show

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HM: Questlove Summer of Soul

HM: Ariana DeBose won best actress in a supporting role for West Side Story 

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]]> The Oscars Slapped Maximum Fun 01:00:34 Look, we can’t help it that our show comes out on Thursday, and we can’t not talk about it. So as jarrett explains, this is what, in journalism, might be called “a third-day story,” a way to analyze the broader issues, and not just the incident. And since the FANTI brand is nuance, that’s what Tre’vell and jarrett will be bringing to the table. Don’t worry, though, it’s not all about Will and Chris. jarrett and Tre’vell will also pay respect to their queen, the one and only Beyoncé. Look, we can’t help it that our show comes out on Thursday, and we can’t not talk about it. So as jarrett explains, this is what, in journalism, might be called “a third-day story,” a way to analyze the broader issues, and not just the incident. And since the FANTI brand is nuance, that’s what Tre’vell and jarrett will be bringing to the table. Don’t worry, though, it’s not all about Will and Chris. jarrett and Tre’vell will also pay respect to their queen, the one and only Beyoncé. chris rock, samuel l. jackson, what a day, regina hall, ray love jr., jada pinkett smith, gay superbowl, raquel willis, blue ivy, will packer, amber abundance, rickey thompson, sunny hostin, beyoncé, be alive, rihanna, april reign, questlove, oscars, the view, amy schumer, amber j. phillips, serena, da'shaun l. harrison, fatphobia, wanda sykes, summer of soul, joy behar true full 111 8660d38a-838a-459c-acdb-07de52b4f4cc Fatphobic (ft. Amber J. Phillips & Da’Shaun L. Harrison) This week, jh and Tre’vell invite filmmaker Amber J. Phillips, and author Da'Shaun L. Harrison (Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness) to the show for a conversation about fatphobia (read: jh’s fatphobia). Regular listeners may recall jh’s response to an email calling him out for expressing satisfaction that his beard hid his “double chin”. The critique was that “double chin” was code for fat, and that jh’s fatphobia was showing. Amber and Da’Shaun were both given permission to drag jh, so that he, and FANTI listeners, can confront their own fatphobia, which is Anti-Black as well. Strap in! 

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Author Sabrina Strings - Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fatphobia

Unsolicited: Fatties Talk Back podcast

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jh

HM: Candice Marie Benbow’s Red Lip Theology

HM: Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls

TA

M: Ralph Lauren unveils HBCU collection exclusively for Morehouse, Spelman College https://twitter.com/phil_lewis_/status/1503739113933000705?s=21

HM: American Song Contest - Jewel, Sisquo, Michael Bolton

BHIHE

Ketanji Brown Jackson

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]]> Thu, 24 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Amber J. Phillips, Da’Shaun L. Harrison) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, jh and Tre’vell invite filmmaker Amber J. Phillips, and author Da'Shaun L. Harrison (Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness) to the show for a conversation about fatphobia (read: jh’s fatphobia). Regular listeners may recall jh’s response to an email calling him out for expressing satisfaction that his beard hid his “double chin”. The critique was that “double chin” was code for fat, and that jh’s fatphobia was showing. Amber and Da’Shaun were both given permission to drag jh, so that he, and FANTI listeners, can confront their own fatphobia, which is Anti-Black as well. Strap in! 

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Author Sabrina Strings - Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fatphobia

Unsolicited: Fatties Talk Back podcast

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM: Candice Marie Benbow’s Red Lip Theology

HM: Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls

TA

M: Ralph Lauren unveils HBCU collection exclusively for Morehouse, Spelman College https://twitter.com/phil_lewis_/status/1503739113933000705?s=21

HM: American Song Contest - Jewel, Sisquo, Michael Bolton

BHIHE

Ketanji Brown Jackson

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]]> Fatphobic (ft. Amber J. Phillips & Da’Shaun L. Harrison) Amber J. Phillips, Da’Shaun L. Harrison 01:11:11 This week, jh and Tre’vell invite filmmaker Amber J. Phillips, and author Da'Shaun L. Harrison (Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness) to the show for a conversation about fatphobia (read: jh’s fatphobia). Regular listeners may recall jh’s response to an email calling him out for expressing satisfaction that his beard hid his “double chin”. The critique was that “double chin” was code for fat, and that jh’s fatphobia was showing. Amber and Da’Shaun were both given permission to drag jh, so that he, and FANTI listeners, can confront their own fatphobia, which is Anti-Black as well. Strap in! This week, jh and Tre’vell invite filmmaker Amber J. Phillips, and author Da'Shaun L. Harrison (Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness) to the show for a conversation about fatphobia (read: jh’s fatphobia). Regular listeners may recall jh’s response to an email calling him out for expressing satisfaction that his beard hid his “double chin”. The critique was that “double chin” was code for fat, and that jh’s fatphobia was showing. Amber and Da’Shaun were both given permission to drag jh, so that he, and FANTI listeners, can confront their own fatphobia, which is Anti-Black as well. Strap in! lizzo, obesity, sabrina strings, bmi, jewel, fatness, american song contest, body positivity, candice marie benbow, slave trade, body mass index, morehouse, sisqó, unsolicited: fatties talk back, snoop dog, ralph lauren's hbcu collection for morehouse & spelman, ketanji brown jackson, fearing the black body: the racial origins of fatphobia, ralph lauren, brooklinen, amber j. phillips, da'shaun l. harrison, microdose gummies, watch out for the big girls, supreme court, spelman true full 110 332816db-5c3a-4eb3-9114-d5537d64c2a3 Jussie Smollett Revisited Mentioned in the Show

The Jussie podcast 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

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DM - Conservatives and the awful, horrifying legislation they’re proposing that targets trans and LGBTQ people

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]]> Thu, 17 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned in the Show

The Jussie podcast 

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]]> Jussie Smollett Revisited Maximum Fun 01:02:25 We had a whole ‘nother episode planned, but the news be newsing. When Jussie Smollett was sentenced last week, it churned up all sorts of complex and complicado feelings in jh and Tre’vell, so they scrapped that day’s script and topic to revisit the conversation that had in December. So strap in to hear their reaction to last week’s decision, and see how their initial conversation holds up with what we know now. Plus, in this week’s Dis/Honorable Mentions segment, they both take aim at the alarming spread of anti-trans and anti-gay legislation being proposed across the country. We had a whole ‘nother episode planned, but the news be newsing. When Jussie Smollett was sentenced last week, it churned up all sorts of complex and complicado feelings in jh and Tre’vell, so they scrapped that day’s script and topic to revisit the conversation that had in December. So strap in to hear their reaction to last week’s decision, and see how their initial conversation holds up with what we know now. Plus, in this week’s Dis/Honorable Mentions segment, they both take aim at the alarming spread of anti-trans and anti-gay legislation being proposed across the country. prison, greg abbott, locked up, usc annenberg, court, cpd, chicago police department, jussie podcast, jussie smollett, conservatives, florida, trans children, oz, ukraine, ukraine, sentencing, texas, texas, orange is the new black, don't say gay, law enforcement true full 109 91b8bda6-b7e1-457a-8487-7ae687bda0c3 What Was Said Mentioned on the Show

Recommendation from Jennifer: Love Thy Neighbor: Four Days in Crown Heights That Changed New York

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM to authoress Tre’vell Anderson and their upcoming book Seen: Trans Lives on Screen

HM - Netflix’s Pieces of Her

ta

HM to the subjects of this THR article Photo Duo AB + DM on the Launch of Black Fashion Fair Magazine, AB + DM Studios photographers Ahmad T. Barber and Donté Maurice 

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HBO’s The Beauty of Blackness

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]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned on the Show

Recommendation from Jennifer: Love Thy Neighbor: Four Days in Crown Heights That Changed New York

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh

HM to authoress Tre’vell Anderson and their upcoming book Seen: Trans Lives on Screen

HM - Netflix’s Pieces of Her

ta

HM to the subjects of this THR article Photo Duo AB + DM on the Launch of Black Fashion Fair Magazine, AB + DM Studios photographers Ahmad T. Barber and Donté Maurice 

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]]> What Was Said Maximum Fun 00:39:53 FANTI listeners have the best feedback, and this week jh and Tre’vell respond to their questions, comments and concerns in our quarterly What Was Said episode. Allie asks if it’s appropriate for a non-Black teacher to tell Black students to watch their language if they say the N-word. jh offends listeners of a certain age AGAIN with his dot matrix ignorance, plus lots more! FANTI listeners have the best feedback, and this week jh and Tre’vell respond to their questions, comments and concerns in our quarterly What Was Said episode. Allie asks if it’s appropriate for a non-Black teacher to tell Black students to watch their language if they say the N-word. jh offends listeners of a certain age AGAIN with his dot matrix ignorance, plus lots more! advice, steve harvey, curly velasquez, eunice johnson, tiffany johnson, fashion fair, black fashion fair magazine, netflix, jet, ebony, donté maurice, ab + dm studios, the beauty of blackness, teaching, light pollution, stitch fix, kiana moore, ahmad t. barber, pieces of her, zodiac, astrology, omari hardwick, maya murillo true full 108 05a00a9d-bfbc-4840-be05-6dae7576ee64 The Man, The Myth, The Mustache: Steve Harvey Pass the Popcorn

In this week’s Pass the Popcorn, jh tells Tre’vell that as soon as he got done watching Tyler Perry’s A Madea Homecoming, he really needed to talk to someone about it, and Tre’vell hadn’t seen it at that point. Of course, they have now seen the film, and FANTI listeners get to hear the uncensored views of jh and Tre’vell.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

HM: The people of Ukraine… even more specifically the Black and African communities there that are not getting treated with the same care and attention as they try to survive and, in some cases, leave the country.

DM: Republicans who continue to go further and further with propping up, supporting, and literally showing up to speak to white supremacists and white nationalists. and also being the only group of people we can point to that are supporting and speaking out on behalf of Vladimir Putin’s attacks on Ukraine

HM: David Day –– “here’s where i stand”

TA:

HM: Journalists at Jezebel, The Root, Gizmodo, Lifehacker and other G/O Media newsrooms strike

DM: Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s anti-trans laws. 

 

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Dr. Patricia E. Bath, an ophthalmologist and laser scientist who was an innovative research scientist and advocate for blindness prevention, treatment, and cure. Her accomplishments include the invention of a new device and technique for cataract surgery known as laserphaco, the creation of a new discipline known as "community ophthalmology," and appointment as the first woman chair of ophthalmology in the United States, at Drew-UCLA in 1983. She died in 2019. 

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In this week’s Pass the Popcorn, jh tells Tre’vell that as soon as he got done watching Tyler Perry’s A Madea Homecoming, he really needed to talk to someone about it, and Tre’vell hadn’t seen it at that point. Of course, they have now seen the film, and FANTI listeners get to hear the uncensored views of jh and Tre’vell.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

HM: The people of Ukraine… even more specifically the Black and African communities there that are not getting treated with the same care and attention as they try to survive and, in some cases, leave the country.

DM: Republicans who continue to go further and further with propping up, supporting, and literally showing up to speak to white supremacists and white nationalists. and also being the only group of people we can point to that are supporting and speaking out on behalf of Vladimir Putin’s attacks on Ukraine

HM: David Day –– “here’s where i stand”

TA:

HM: Journalists at Jezebel, The Root, Gizmodo, Lifehacker and other G/O Media newsrooms strike

DM: Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s anti-trans laws. 

 

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Dr. Patricia E. Bath, an ophthalmologist and laser scientist who was an innovative research scientist and advocate for blindness prevention, treatment, and cure. Her accomplishments include the invention of a new device and technique for cataract surgery known as laserphaco, the creation of a new discipline known as "community ophthalmology," and appointment as the first woman chair of ophthalmology in the United States, at Drew-UCLA in 1983. She died in 2019. 

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]]> The Man, The Myth, The Mustache: Steve Harvey Maximum Fun 00:59:07 Cultural juggernaut Steve Harvey is having a moment. He hosts one out of every three TV shows that are currently airing, and just graced the cover of Paper Magazine paying homage to fashion icon André Leon Talley. There’s much to admire about Harvey’s enviable career…but there are a few things that just don’t sit well with Tre’vell and jh. They’ll get into all of it, including their own personal anecdotes related to Harvey. Cultural juggernaut Steve Harvey is having a moment. He hosts one out of every three TV shows that are currently airing, and just graced the cover of Paper Magazine paying homage to fashion icon André Leon Talley. There’s much to admire about Harvey’s enviable career…but there are a few things that just don’t sit well with Tre’vell and jh. They’ll get into all of it, including their own personal anecdotes related to Harvey. paper magazine, steve harvey, david day, kings of comedy, family feud, queens of comedy, michael b. jordan, the steve harvey morning show, dei, g/o media, dr. patricia e. bath, white supremacy, the root, lifehacker, mo’nique, 98.1 kiss-fm, the steve harvey show, lovita alize jenkins, gov. greg abbott, anti-trans, republicans, russia, vladmir putin, sommore, stacy adams, ukraine, ru paul, jezebel, tx, judge harvey, david day, tyler perry, a madea homecoming true full 107 fb724836-2ea7-4ca8-aa23-d274f80dfa92 In Defense of Whitney Houston (ft. Gerrick Kennedy) DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

HM: More self-identified queer people than ever before

HM: Sherri Shepherd

TA

HM: Lizzo’s upcoming TV show, The Big Grrrls

HM: Corece new song, Possibly Impossible (ft. Dave Giles II)

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]]> Thu, 24 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ DIS/Honorable Mentions 

JH:

HM: More self-identified queer people than ever before

HM: Sherri Shepherd

TA

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HM: Corece new song, Possibly Impossible (ft. Dave Giles II)

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]]> In Defense of Whitney Houston (ft. Gerrick Kennedy) Maximum Fun 00:58:07 Author Gerrick Kennedy joins jh and Tre’vell this week to hold a mirror up to y’all and defend the one and only Whitney Houston. In his book Didn’t We Almost Have It All: In Defense of Whitney Houston, Gerrick takes aim at the culture she–WE–were a part of, and gives the icon the respect she deserved. Plus, jh and Tre’vell can finally tell you about their upcoming book Historically Black Phrases. Bookmark the website and be sure to order advance copies ahead of the launch. Author Gerrick Kennedy joins jh and Tre’vell this week to hold a mirror up to y’all and defend the one and only Whitney Houston. In his book Didn’t We Almost Have It All: In Defense of Whitney Houston, Gerrick takes aim at the culture she–WE–were a part of, and gives the icon the respect she deserved. Plus, jh and Tre’vell can finally tell you about their upcoming book Historically Black Phrases. Bookmark the website and be sure to order advance copies ahead of the launch. mtv, historically black phrases, gerrick kennedy, cece winans, lizzo, robyn crawford, nancy reagan, the big grrrls, didn’t we almost have it all: in defense of whitney houston, cissy houston, the reparations club, bet, just say no, sherri shepherd, bobby brown, celebration of gospel, aids, aids, makiah green, oj made in america, whitney houston, britney spears, cor.ece, addiction, black church, arsenio hall, oprah, penguin random house true full 106 7fcd120c-edee-43c9-b562-4122cfa33424 Astrology: Stars & Strife (ft. Maya Murillo and Curly Velasquez) **ATTN Johannesburg, South Africa listeners**

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DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: The Super Bowl

- half time, great hip hop moment

- congrats los angeles

DM: The Super Bowl

- issues w/ blackness/owners/way overdue

- 50 cent fat shaming

HM: South Africa and Johannesburg

TA

HM: Ebony’s ALT digital cover; Kimora Lee Simmons as told to Marjon Carlos

Digital Painting by Brandon Breaux

DM: Dotdash Meredith

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Gold medalist Erin Jackson!

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]]> Thu, 17 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ **ATTN Johannesburg, South Africa listeners**

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DIS/Honorable Mentions 

jh:

HM: The Super Bowl

- half time, great hip hop moment

- congrats los angeles

DM: The Super Bowl

- issues w/ blackness/owners/way overdue

- 50 cent fat shaming

HM: South Africa and Johannesburg

TA

HM: Ebony’s ALT digital cover; Kimora Lee Simmons as told to Marjon Carlos

Digital Painting by Brandon Breaux

DM: Dotdash Meredith

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Gold medalist Erin Jackson!

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]]> Astrology: Stars & Strife (ft. Maya Murillo and Curly Velasquez) Maximum Fun 01:02:00 In this week’s episode, jh and Tre’vell take a look at Morgan Cooper’s chocolatey Bel Air on Peacock, a reimagining of The Fresh Prince of Bel Air as a drama. They’ve got thoughts on the more dramatic tone and differences between the original cast, and the new one. Plus, the hosts of the podcast The Super Secret Bestie Club, Curly Velasquez and Maya Murillo, are the perfect guests for a conversation on astrology. According to jh–and unbeknownst to Tre’vell–this episode is ten years in the making. Capricorns may object to how they’re characterized. In this week’s episode, jh and Tre’vell take a look at Morgan Cooper’s chocolatey Bel Air on Peacock, a reimagining of The Fresh Prince of Bel Air as a drama. They’ve got thoughts on the more dramatic tone and differences between the original cast, and the new one. Plus, the hosts of the podcast The Super Secret Bestie Club, Curly Velasquez and Maya Murillo, are the perfect guests for a conversation on astrology. According to jh–and unbeknownst to Tre’vell–this episode is ten years in the making. Capricorns may object to how they’re characterized. brandon breaux, entertainment weekly, curly velasquez, halftime show, dotdash meredith, dipsea, speed skating, super bowl, capricorn, marjon carlos, leo, parents and people en espanol, bel air, taurus, instyle, primer impacto, fire signs, stitchfix, nfl, carlton, south africa, ebony, sam sanders, univision, kimora lee simmons, morgan cooper, eatingwell, erin jackson, walter mercado, olympics, peacock network, 50 cent, fat shaming, astrology, health, aries, it’s been a minute, maya murillo true full 105 93954af6-c233-4edc-a398-f40e27088759 Mental Health Culture (ft. Spirit) Pass the Popcorn

Jarrett & Tre’vell share their thoughts on the season finale of And Just Like That.

Ask guest Spirit your mental health questions on Free Advice Fridays

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett

HM: Nesha from Twitter

HM: 1010 wine

HM: Congratulations to Mychael Chinn for Single Black Female. mychael chinn. with congrats 

Raven Goodwin, Amber Riley, K Michelle, Devale

Tre’vell

HM: Fantasia Barrino getting cast in The Color Purple Musical Film

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Quinta Brunson’s Abbott Elementary on ABC

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]]> Thu, 10 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Pass the Popcorn

Jarrett & Tre’vell share their thoughts on the season finale of And Just Like That.

Ask guest Spirit your mental health questions on Free Advice Fridays

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett

HM: Nesha from Twitter

HM: 1010 wine

HM: Congratulations to Mychael Chinn for Single Black Female. mychael chinn. with congrats 

Raven Goodwin, Amber Riley, K Michelle, Devale

Tre’vell

HM: Fantasia Barrino getting cast in The Color Purple Musical Film

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Quinta Brunson’s Abbott Elementary on ABC

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]]> Mental Health Culture (ft. Spirit) Maximum Fun 01:07:42 Mental health revolutionary Spirit joins Jarrett and Tre’vell to disabuse folks of the notion that being conversant in therapy speak is not a substitute for actual therapy. Period. This conversation is a master class in what therapy is and isn’t, and gets to the heart of why it’s so necessary. Mental health revolutionary Spirit joins Jarrett and Tre’vell to disabuse folks of the notion that being conversant in therapy speak is not a substitute for actual therapy. Period. This conversation is a master class in what therapy is and isn’t, and gets to the heart of why it’s so necessary. carrie, halle bailey, and just like that, mental health, k michelle, sarah jessica parker, lifetime movie, raven goodwin, abbott elementary, single black female, trauma, betterhelp, miranda, 1010 wine, depression, fantasia, devale ellis, therapy, the color purple, mychael chinn, spirit, quinta brunson, lumi labs, amber riley true full 104 a8bc8caf-793b-41c6-9596-bb9047769e90 And Just Like That (ft. Jasmyn Lawson) DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett:

HM: Cheslie Kryst

HM: Nourish + Bloom

DM: Journalists that say wild shit online to make a name for themselves…

HM: Sherrilyn Ifill and every Black woman attorney, judge or member of the judicial world.

Tre’vell

HM: Lynn Whitfield

HM: Rihanna expecting her first child with A$AP Rocky

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Janet Jackson

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Will Hagle is the editor

Music: Cor.ece

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]]> Thu, 3 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett:

HM: Cheslie Kryst

HM: Nourish + Bloom

DM: Journalists that say wild shit online to make a name for themselves…

HM: Sherrilyn Ifill and every Black woman attorney, judge or member of the judicial world.

Tre’vell

HM: Lynn Whitfield

HM: Rihanna expecting her first child with A$AP Rocky

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Janet Jackson

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Will Hagle is the editor

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> And Just Like That (ft. Jasmyn Lawson) Maximum Fun 01:01:14 This week’s episode debuts the same day as HBO Max’s And Just Like That, the Sex & the City reboot that reunites Carrie, Charlotte and Miranda…but not Samantha. The ladies are still well-off and white, but the reboot sees them grappling with their privilege, and awkwardly navigating a woke world. Jarrett & Tre’vell invite SATC fan and media professional, Jasmyn Lawson, to the show to get into the FAN and ANTI of the reboot, and their thoughts Che, Nya, Seema and Lisa Todd Wexley. This week’s episode debuts the same day as HBO Max’s And Just Like That, the Sex & the City reboot that reunites Carrie, Charlotte and Miranda…but not Samantha. The ladies are still well-off and white, but the reboot sees them grappling with their privilege, and awkwardly navigating a woke world. Jarrett & Tre’vell invite SATC fan and media professional, Jasmyn Lawson, to the show to get into the FAN and ANTI of the reboot, and their thoughts Che, Nya, Seema and Lisa Todd Wexley. and just like that, che diaz, lynn whitfield, that’s so raven, jasmyn lawson, living single, joyce wrice, sara ramirez, solange, seema patel, non-monogamy, samantha, raven’s home, nourish + bloom, che diaz, the proud family, miranda, dominique devereux, cheetah girls, fat phobia, non-binary, greenleaf, disney, rihanna, sherrilyn ifill, a$ap rocky, nicole ari parker, charlotte, kim cattral, cookie lyon, janet jackson, sex & the city, sarita choudhury, destiny’s child, chris noth, cheslie kryst true full 103 f8f46635-4ab6-4d9e-902c-262b6cee4a53 The Blogger-Journalist Divide (ft. Jasmine Simpkins) Mentioned in the Show

LoveBScott’s exclusive on the death by suicide of Regina King’s son

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett 

HM - Michelle Buteau gets Netflix deal for her book Survival of the Thickest

HM - Clay Cane and his upcoming book The Grift: Black Republicans from the Party of Lincoln to the Party of Trump

Tre’vell

HM: Swagger

HM: Abbot Elementary

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]]> Thu, 27 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mentioned in the Show

LoveBScott’s exclusive on the death by suicide of Regina King’s son

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett 

HM - Michelle Buteau gets Netflix deal for her book Survival of the Thickest

HM - Clay Cane and his upcoming book The Grift: Black Republicans from the Party of Lincoln to the Party of Trump

Tre’vell

HM: Swagger

HM: Abbot Elementary

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Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, Will Hagle

Music: Cor.ece

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]]> The Blogger-Journalist Divide (ft. Jasmine Simpkins) Maximum Fun 01:00:45 When Regina King’s son, Ian Alexander Jr., died from suicide last week, popular blog LoveBScott broke the news with the headline “Exclusive: Regina King’s Son, Ian Alexander Jr., Dead at 26 After Apparent Suicide”. The “story” was short on details, revealed not a single named source…and readers were quick to slam B. Scott for disrespecting King. Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by KTLA reporter Jasmine Simpkins to break down why this controversy is so thorny, especially for Black journalists and bloggers who cover entertainment news. When Regina King’s son, Ian Alexander Jr., died from suicide last week, popular blog LoveBScott broke the news with the headline “Exclusive: Regina King’s Son, Ian Alexander Jr., Dead at 26 After Apparent Suicide”. The “story” was short on details, revealed not a single named source…and readers were quick to slam B. Scott for disrespecting King. Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by KTLA reporter Jasmine Simpkins to break down why this controversy is so thorny, especially for Black journalists and bloggers who cover entertainment news. suicide, gossip, wealth front, abbot elementary, ian alexander jr., tmz, news sources, clay cane, ktla, hip hollywood, the grift: black republicans from the party of lincoln to the party of trump, group chats, jasmine simpkins, regina king, entertainment journalism, stitch fix, swagger, lovebscott, ethics, survival of the thickest, andré leon talley, michelle buteau, black media true full 102 efafc2b9-963f-4655-a453-d72f657bd345 Now Why Am I In It?: The Group Chat ASK FANTI

Listener Michael wants advice about an uncomfortable assignment a professor has given him and fellow students in a college class on the history of imperialism and nationalism in Africa.

Listener Feedback

Jo wrote it with a request for Tre’vell & Jarrett to share their thoughts on the “I don’t see color” argument made by white people like Tomi Lahren.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett:

HM: Tiffany Johnson for getting nominated for an NAACP Image Award in the category Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series

HM: Belated Happy Birthday to Michelle Obama

Tre’vell:

DM: Jessica Watkins, who proves that trans people can be trash, too. She is a former Oath Keeper and one of the domestic terrorists who stormed the ccapital on Jan 6. 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

We recognize Madison Butler, who recently launched The Black Speakers Collection as a way to close the speaker pay gap

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Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson

Music: Cor.ece

]]> Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ ASK FANTI

Listener Michael wants advice about an uncomfortable assignment a professor has given him and fellow students in a college class on the history of imperialism and nationalism in Africa.

Listener Feedback

Jo wrote it with a request for Tre’vell & Jarrett to share their thoughts on the “I don’t see color” argument made by white people like Tomi Lahren.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett:

HM: Tiffany Johnson for getting nominated for an NAACP Image Award in the category Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series

HM: Belated Happy Birthday to Michelle Obama

Tre’vell:

DM: Jessica Watkins, who proves that trans people can be trash, too. She is a former Oath Keeper and one of the domestic terrorists who stormed the ccapital on Jan 6. 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

We recognize Madison Butler, who recently launched The Black Speakers Collection as a way to close the speaker pay gap

Our Sponsor This Week

Brooklinen

FANTI listeners can get $20 off their purchase of $100, by using code FANTI

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson

Music: Cor.ece

]]> Now Why Am I In It?: The Group Chat Maximum Fun 01:03:59 Jarrett and Tre’vell give the FANTI treatment to the group chat, which Jarrett defines as any text group with three or more people, while Tre’vell does not. And although FANTI implies “fan” and “anti”, theirs is a lopsided discussion that clearly favors the latter, including a sprinkling of anti sentiment for Slack and email. If you happen to be a member of one of their group chats, you may feel attacked. Jarrett and Tre’vell give the FANTI treatment to the group chat, which Jarrett defines as any text group with three or more people, while Tre’vell does not. And although FANTI implies “fan” and “anti”, theirs is a lopsided discussion that clearly favors the latter, including a sprinkling of anti sentiment for Slack and email. If you happen to be a member of one of their group chats, you may feel attacked. college, ashley nguyen, colonialism, ryan mitchell, black speakers collection, pay gap, race, iphone, caitlyn jenner, fanti fridays, racism, martin luther king, jan 6th, jessica watkins, slack, insurrection, usc, shoney’s, moonhouse creative, imperialism, texting, nat turner’s rebellion, group chat, cultural appropriation, africa, slavery, allies, australia, cor.ece, text chats, michelle obama, whatsapp, nation-building, android, african, madison butler, message threads, sort of, pride, slave rebellion true full 101 52392595-936f-418c-9baa-cf813f8a9f70 We Changed Our Minds… Maybe Episode Summary: 

Jarrett and Tre’vell are reflecting on some of the controversial topics they have dropped over the last 100 episodes, wondering if they still feel the same way about topics cancel culture and boycotting, Wendy Williams, and mediocre Black art. Plus Jarrett and Tre’vell want to know your thoughts, so they are announcing some of the heated, but real discussions they are excited about having in 2022. 

Episode Notes:

Here is a list of the episodes that were discussed: 

  • Episode 1: Kevin Hart
  • Episode 2: Why You’re Wrong About Gayle King and Kobe Bryant
  • Episode 6: Tyler Perry and the MCU: Madea Cinematic Universe
  • Episode 7: We Love Mo’Nique For Real
  • Episode 14: Baby Got Back Fat (ft. Jessica Rihal and Kevin Carnell)
  • Episode 17: Bland AF: The Importance of Representation in Appreciating Mediocre Black
  • Episode 72: Boycotts & Cancel Culture

 Also, Jarrett joined Jesse Thorn on Bullseye to discuss Winston Duke’s performances in Black Panther and Nine Days. Check out the episode that dropped on Jan. 7.

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Michaela Jaé Rodriguez won the Golden Globe for best performance by an actress in “Pose,” becoming the first trans person to win the honor. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Royal Match needs to stop doing two things: releasing wack advertising and playing with Jarrett’s emotions . . . with that said, the video game is addictive. 

HM: Before completing 100 episodes with Tre’vell, Jarrett successfully completed 100 episodes with his first podcast co-host Tatiana Burton. 

DM: Ayesha Curry said that it was disrespectful for people to claim that she has an open marriage with Steph Curry.

HM: Trace Lysette dropped a podcast titled, “Harsh Reality,” which recounts the story of the first Trans reality star. 

HM:  Wendy Raquel Robinson did that good acting in her Season 1 finale performance in Paramount Plus’ reboot of “The Game.” 

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Laura Swisher is senior producer and Lorraine Wheat is producer. 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, Lorraine Wheat

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Thu, 13 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Episode Summary: 

Jarrett and Tre’vell are reflecting on some of the controversial topics they have dropped over the last 100 episodes, wondering if they still feel the same way about topics cancel culture and boycotting, Wendy Williams, and mediocre Black art. Plus Jarrett and Tre’vell want to know your thoughts, so they are announcing some of the heated, but real discussions they are excited about having in 2022. 

Episode Notes:

Here is a list of the episodes that were discussed: 

  • Episode 1: Kevin Hart
  • Episode 2: Why You’re Wrong About Gayle King and Kobe Bryant
  • Episode 6: Tyler Perry and the MCU: Madea Cinematic Universe
  • Episode 7: We Love Mo’Nique For Real
  • Episode 14: Baby Got Back Fat (ft. Jessica Rihal and Kevin Carnell)
  • Episode 17: Bland AF: The Importance of Representation in Appreciating Mediocre Black
  • Episode 72: Boycotts & Cancel Culture

 Also, Jarrett joined Jesse Thorn on Bullseye to discuss Winston Duke’s performances in Black Panther and Nine Days. Check out the episode that dropped on Jan. 7.

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Michaela Jaé Rodriguez won the Golden Globe for best performance by an actress in “Pose,” becoming the first trans person to win the honor. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Royal Match needs to stop doing two things: releasing wack advertising and playing with Jarrett’s emotions . . . with that said, the video game is addictive. 

HM: Before completing 100 episodes with Tre’vell, Jarrett successfully completed 100 episodes with his first podcast co-host Tatiana Burton. 

DM: Ayesha Curry said that it was disrespectful for people to claim that she has an open marriage with Steph Curry.

HM: Trace Lysette dropped a podcast titled, “Harsh Reality,” which recounts the story of the first Trans reality star. 

HM:  Wendy Raquel Robinson did that good acting in her Season 1 finale performance in Paramount Plus’ reboot of “The Game.” 

Our Sponsors This Week

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Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, Lorraine Wheat

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]]> We Changed Our Minds… Maybe Maximum Fun 01:04:23 Jarrett and Tre'vell are celebrating episode 100 by reflecting on seven of their most controversial episodes and discussing if whether they still feel the same way about each topic. Jarrett and Tre'vell are celebrating episode 100 by reflecting on seven of their most controversial episodes and discussing if whether they still feel the same way about each topic. pop culture, black art, boycott, kevin hart, wendy williams, journalism, lgbtq, cancel culture true full 100 e2ea630f-f34d-4c38-bf4e-4fc362069d4b Kevin Hart FANTI is just one week away from releasing its 100th episode, so we are kicking off 2022 by revisiting the very first episode that FANTI ever released, which has Tre’vell sharing the story of an Iowa Democratic Caucus voter who somehow didn’t know Mayor Pete is gay in a segment called Pass the Popcorn. Our FANTI topic for the week is Kevin Hart, as we revisit his Oscars 2019 controversy and discuss how he’s still navigating the consequences a year later. And, make sure to stick around for our segment Dis/Honorable mentions, where we’ll shout out (and sometimes shout) those who made the news this week. 

Also, we are so excited that you are a listener of FANTI, a podcast about being a fan when the people and things you love don’t always do right! Stick with us through 2022 as Tre’vell and Jarrett help you navigate the complex and complicated conversations about the gray areas in our lives.

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

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@FANTIpodcast

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Thu, 6 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ FANTI is just one week away from releasing its 100th episode, so we are kicking off 2022 by revisiting the very first episode that FANTI ever released, which has Tre’vell sharing the story of an Iowa Democratic Caucus voter who somehow didn’t know Mayor Pete is gay in a segment called Pass the Popcorn. Our FANTI topic for the week is Kevin Hart, as we revisit his Oscars 2019 controversy and discuss how he’s still navigating the consequences a year later. And, make sure to stick around for our segment Dis/Honorable mentions, where we’ll shout out (and sometimes shout) those who made the news this week. 

Also, we are so excited that you are a listener of FANTI, a podcast about being a fan when the people and things you love don’t always do right! Stick with us through 2022 as Tre’vell and Jarrett help you navigate the complex and complicated conversations about the gray areas in our lives.

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Kevin Hart Maximum Fun 00:43:43 Jarrett and Tre'vell kick off 2022 by re-dropping the very first FANTI episode, which discusses Kevin Hart's Oscars 2019 controversy. Jarrett and Tre'vell kick off 2022 by re-dropping the very first FANTI episode, which discusses Kevin Hart's Oscars 2019 controversy. pete buttigieg, kevin hart: seriously funny, oscars 2020, iowa caucus, kevin hart: zero f**ks given, donald trump, kevin hart, lgbtq, homophobia true bonus f0d5b6ed-e651-4c2f-98b9-4bee8fcbf8f1 Bye, Ashy! FANTI’s Top Five of 2020 We are two episodes away from our 100th episode. To celebrate, we are re-dropping Episode 48, “Bye, Ashy! FANTI’s Top Five of 2020,” which has Jarrett and Tre’vell explaining why their favorite moments made the top five while also providing you with some guideposts if you’re planning a 2022 treasure hunt through the FANTI collection. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett and Tre’vell have a very special honorable mention for all of our #Fantifam and to a few folks who’ve shown us some extra love over the months. 

Episode Notes

Check out (or revisit) past FANTI episodes mentioned here below: 

“Whoopins (I Turned Out Fine. Or Did I?)”

“Tired. (With Special Guest Dr. Joy DeGruy)“

“THEE Reason Black People Don’t Eat Chicken in Public (ft. Sam Sanders)“

“Okay Allies, Now Let’s Get in Formation! (Feat. Jarrett Lucas)“

“Black Women Have Been Left Out of #MeToo“

“When Gospel Music Slaps…and Leaves a Mark Ft. Mychael Chinn“

“Wendy Williams, How YOU Doin’ Girl? You Okay? Feat. Shar Jossell“

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer.

]]> Thu, 30 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ We are two episodes away from our 100th episode. To celebrate, we are re-dropping Episode 48, “Bye, Ashy! FANTI’s Top Five of 2020,” which has Jarrett and Tre’vell explaining why their favorite moments made the top five while also providing you with some guideposts if you’re planning a 2022 treasure hunt through the FANTI collection. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett and Tre’vell have a very special honorable mention for all of our #Fantifam and to a few folks who’ve shown us some extra love over the months. 

Episode Notes

Check out (or revisit) past FANTI episodes mentioned here below: 

“Whoopins (I Turned Out Fine. Or Did I?)”

“Tired. (With Special Guest Dr. Joy DeGruy)“

“THEE Reason Black People Don’t Eat Chicken in Public (ft. Sam Sanders)“

“Okay Allies, Now Let’s Get in Formation! (Feat. Jarrett Lucas)“

“Black Women Have Been Left Out of #MeToo“

“When Gospel Music Slaps…and Leaves a Mark Ft. Mychael Chinn“

“Wendy Williams, How YOU Doin’ Girl? You Okay? Feat. Shar Jossell“

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer.

]]> Bye, Ashy! FANTI’s Top Five of 2020 Maximum Fun 00:44:25 We are two episodes away from our 100th episode. To celebrate, we are re-dropping Episode 48, “Bye, Ashy! FANTI’s Top Five of 2020,” which has Jarrett and Tre’vell explaining why their favorite moments made the top five while also providing you with some guideposts if you’re planning a 2022 treasure hunt through the FANTI collection. We are two episodes away from our 100th episode. To celebrate, we are re-dropping Episode 48, “Bye, Ashy! FANTI’s Top Five of 2020,” which has Jarrett and Tre’vell explaining why their favorite moments made the top five while also providing you with some guideposts if you’re planning a 2022 treasure hunt through the FANTI collection. metoo movement, kevin hart, happy new year, wendy williams, journalism, gospel music true bonus 810ca6a8-cff9-4077-a68f-3f3d6cc31edd What Mary Didn’t Know … A Sexy FANTI Christmas (ft. Mykal Kilgore and Mychael Chinn) Episode Summary: 

One thing’s for sure, Mary didn’t know that Christmas could sound so good. For this episode, Jarrett and Tre’vell are gifting your ears with some holiday bops! And they have invited friends scripted executive of “Kirk Franklin's A Gospel Christmas” Mychael Chinn, and R&B singer and songwriter Mykal Kilgore to talk about holiday songs they love and hate. This heated discussion, filled with laughter and cheer, will have you dancing while chugging eggnog and decorating your Christmas tree. Plus, for our Hanukkah listeners, we have a song for you! 

Episode Notes:

Jarrett and Tre’vell created a FANTI Christmas playlist of all the jams that were discussed on the pod, including The Braxton’s “Mary, Did You Know?,” Natalie Cole’s “Jingle Bells,” Peal Jam’s “Someday at Christmas,” Ariana Grande’s “Wit It This Christmas,”  Kelly Price’s “In Love at Christmas (feat. Mary Mary),” and more. 

The Apple Playlist:

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/now-thats-what-fanti-calls-sorta-christmas-2021/pl.u-zRMPsMk2EZ0

The Spotify playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0rR14IrPSLkkfaHvjxuIMa?si=-TCrIKHLSPaPomWcxTMOzg

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@Rainewheat (Producer Lorraine Wheat)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer and Lorraine Wheat is producer. 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, Lorraine Wheat

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Thu, 23 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Episode Summary: 

One thing’s for sure, Mary didn’t know that Christmas could sound so good. For this episode, Jarrett and Tre’vell are gifting your ears with some holiday bops! And they have invited friends scripted executive of “Kirk Franklin's A Gospel Christmas” Mychael Chinn, and R&B singer and songwriter Mykal Kilgore to talk about holiday songs they love and hate. This heated discussion, filled with laughter and cheer, will have you dancing while chugging eggnog and decorating your Christmas tree. Plus, for our Hanukkah listeners, we have a song for you! 

Episode Notes:

Jarrett and Tre’vell created a FANTI Christmas playlist of all the jams that were discussed on the pod, including The Braxton’s “Mary, Did You Know?,” Natalie Cole’s “Jingle Bells,” Peal Jam’s “Someday at Christmas,” Ariana Grande’s “Wit It This Christmas,”  Kelly Price’s “In Love at Christmas (feat. Mary Mary),” and more. 

The Apple Playlist:

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/now-thats-what-fanti-calls-sorta-christmas-2021/pl.u-zRMPsMk2EZ0

The Spotify playlist

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0rR14IrPSLkkfaHvjxuIMa?si=-TCrIKHLSPaPomWcxTMOzg

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]]> What Mary Didn’t Know … A Sexy FANTI Christmas (ft. Mykal Kilgore and Mychael Chinn) Maximum Fun 00:50:17 Jarrett and Tre’vell are gifting your ears with some holiday bops! And they have invited friends scripted executive of “Kirk Franklin's A Gospel Christmas” Mychael Chinn, and R&B singer and songwriter Mykal Kilgore to talk about holiday songs they love and hate. Jarrett and Tre’vell are gifting your ears with some holiday bops! And they have invited friends scripted executive of “Kirk Franklin's A Gospel Christmas” Mychael Chinn, and R&B singer and songwriter Mykal Kilgore to talk about holiday songs they love and hate. ariana grande, kirk franklin, lifetime movie, coming out, toni braxton, christmas, the braxton family, mary mary, kelly price, kirk franklin’s a gospel christmas, mychael chinn, mykal kilgore, kwanzaa, hanukkah true full 99 80d49176-ef0c-460f-ac13-5e6b319d7beb Jussie Smollett Episode Summary: 

The long-awaited Jussie Smollett episode is here, and Tre’vell and Jarrett dig into the complex and complicado of the sticky situation. Tre’vell and Jarrett unpack the emotional turmoil they experienced while reporting on the story as well as the turmoil the recent verdict has surfaced. And, to make the discussion even more surprising, Tre’vell and Jarrett moved the Black History Is Happening Everyday segment to the top of the discussion, inviting “The Beauty President’s” Director Whitney Skauge and Star Terence Smith to talk about their latest short documentary, which details Terence Smith running for president as his drag queen persona Joan Jett Blakk, becoming the first drag queen to ever run.  

Episode Notes:

Jarrett mentioned the Instagram clip of Clay Cane’s interview with Smollet’s defense attorney, the full interview can be watched on SiriusXM’s app and on YouTube. Tre’vell mentioned “The Good Morning America” interview with Robin Roberts that was completed early on in Smollett’s trial. Also, the project that Smollett was in the process of directing before his claims is “B-Boy Blues,” which was based on the bestselling novel by James Earl Hardy. The article that inspired Skauge to direct “The Beauty President” is titled, “Drag Herstory: The Drag Queen Who Ran For President in 1992.” You can watch the short documentary on YouTube, and you can connect with Whitney Skauge on Instagram @whitneyskauge. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: ABC and Hulu released “Abbott Elementary,” a comedy about public school teachers in Philadelphia helping inner-city youth succeed against all the odds. 

HM: Netflix’s True Story star’s Kevin Hart in a thriller about two brothers trying to stay on top in a world filled with crime. 

HM: HBO Max's "Sex and the City" Revival “And Just Like That,” gets a mention because it seems to address the criticism of the first edition's lack of diversity.   

HM: Megan Thee Stallion just graduated from the HBCU Texas Southern University, and she posted on her Instagram to commemorate. 

HM: The Indie Spirit Award nominations are out, and the dark comedy Zola, a film about a stripper’s trip to Florida spiraling out of control, leads the nominations. 

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]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Episode Summary: 

The long-awaited Jussie Smollett episode is here, and Tre’vell and Jarrett dig into the complex and complicado of the sticky situation. Tre’vell and Jarrett unpack the emotional turmoil they experienced while reporting on the story as well as the turmoil the recent verdict has surfaced. And, to make the discussion even more surprising, Tre’vell and Jarrett moved the Black History Is Happening Everyday segment to the top of the discussion, inviting “The Beauty President’s” Director Whitney Skauge and Star Terence Smith to talk about their latest short documentary, which details Terence Smith running for president as his drag queen persona Joan Jett Blakk, becoming the first drag queen to ever run.  

Episode Notes:

Jarrett mentioned the Instagram clip of Clay Cane’s interview with Smollet’s defense attorney, the full interview can be watched on SiriusXM’s app and on YouTube. Tre’vell mentioned “The Good Morning America” interview with Robin Roberts that was completed early on in Smollett’s trial. Also, the project that Smollett was in the process of directing before his claims is “B-Boy Blues,” which was based on the bestselling novel by James Earl Hardy. The article that inspired Skauge to direct “The Beauty President” is titled, “Drag Herstory: The Drag Queen Who Ran For President in 1992.” You can watch the short documentary on YouTube, and you can connect with Whitney Skauge on Instagram @whitneyskauge. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: ABC and Hulu released “Abbott Elementary,” a comedy about public school teachers in Philadelphia helping inner-city youth succeed against all the odds. 

HM: Netflix’s True Story star’s Kevin Hart in a thriller about two brothers trying to stay on top in a world filled with crime. 

HM: HBO Max's "Sex and the City" Revival “And Just Like That,” gets a mention because it seems to address the criticism of the first edition's lack of diversity.   

HM: Megan Thee Stallion just graduated from the HBCU Texas Southern University, and she posted on her Instagram to commemorate. 

HM: The Indie Spirit Award nominations are out, and the dark comedy Zola, a film about a stripper’s trip to Florida spiraling out of control, leads the nominations. 

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]]> Jussie Smollett Maximum Fun 00:52:37 The long-awaited Jussie Smollett episode is here, and Tre’vell and Jarrett dig into the complex and complicado of the sticky situation. The long-awaited Jussie Smollett episode is here, and Tre’vell and Jarrett dig into the complex and complicado of the sticky situation. nbc, indie spirit awards, chicago police, zola, megan thee stallion, stanford university, b-boy blues, jussie smollett, the beauty president, terence smith, oscars, james earl hardy true full 98 54fe24a0-bb35-4e2b-9141-61c507c9b260 Karen’s Comin' to Town (ft. Dr. James Simmons, Robert Myrick, Donovan X Ramsey) Episode Summary: 

In this week’s episode, things get real complex and complicado when Jarrett asks the question, can Black people be gentrifiers? To help answer this, and other thorny questions about gentrification, Jarrett and Tre’vell are joined by Atlanta-based commercial real estate developer and broker Robert Myrick and L.A. Times reporter Donovan X. Ramsey. It’s a thought-provoking conversation that gets into the history of this process, dissecting why Black and Brown people are the ones to lose when Karen moves into the neighborhood. 

Episode Notes:

Fill up your Thursdays with more of Tre’vell by checking out Crooked Media’s “What A Day'' or check out FANTI’s Episode 57, titled “Funky Covid-ina (ft. Nurse Alice Benjamin, Dr. Darien Sutton and Bianca Mabute-Louie).” During the Listener Feedback segment, Jarrett mentioned a thoughtful parenting social video that Destiny Bennett shared on her IG @theycallmemamabennett. Lastly, you can learn more about our guests Dr. James Simmons by following him on IG at @askthenp and our guests Donovan X. Ramsey by following him on IG or Twitter at @donovanxramsey. Robert Myrick is about that social media life. 

 

Pass the Popcorn

Omarion–excuse us–Omicron is taking over, and so we invited Dr. James Simmons on the show to answer all our questions: Is it time to panic? Should we cancel our holiday travel plans? What if we’re not boosted? Dr. Simmons provides us with that good, good insight and also explains why South Africa deserves a shout out for letting the world know about Omicron. If you hadn’t heard, Dr. Simmons came correct when he explained that it ain’t South Africa’s mutation, ya’ll!

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: “The Great Soul Food Cook-Off” is streaming on Discovery+, and it is a Black cooking and competition show that dives into culture and history that deserves your attention. 

HM: “Harlem” is a comedy following four Black friends as they do love and work in NYC that combines what viewers loved about Insecure and Sex and the City–or Living Single if you want to keep it Black. Catch it on Amazon Prime.  

HM: Mindy Kaling’s “The Sex Lives of College Girls” is streaming on HBO Max. This aptly named show details four college roommates love adventures as they dip it and get dipped in New England’s Essex College. 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Robert Gray was apart of one of the first Safe Sex campaigns to travel the world ran by the San Francisco AIDS Foundation. Read the article, “Poster Boys,” which details Gray’s story published by the Bay Area Reporter. 

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Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, Lorraine Wheat

Music: Cor.ece

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]]> Thu, 9 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Episode Summary: 

In this week’s episode, things get real complex and complicado when Jarrett asks the question, can Black people be gentrifiers? To help answer this, and other thorny questions about gentrification, Jarrett and Tre’vell are joined by Atlanta-based commercial real estate developer and broker Robert Myrick and L.A. Times reporter Donovan X. Ramsey. It’s a thought-provoking conversation that gets into the history of this process, dissecting why Black and Brown people are the ones to lose when Karen moves into the neighborhood. 

Episode Notes:

Fill up your Thursdays with more of Tre’vell by checking out Crooked Media’s “What A Day'' or check out FANTI’s Episode 57, titled “Funky Covid-ina (ft. Nurse Alice Benjamin, Dr. Darien Sutton and Bianca Mabute-Louie).” During the Listener Feedback segment, Jarrett mentioned a thoughtful parenting social video that Destiny Bennett shared on her IG @theycallmemamabennett. Lastly, you can learn more about our guests Dr. James Simmons by following him on IG at @askthenp and our guests Donovan X. Ramsey by following him on IG or Twitter at @donovanxramsey. Robert Myrick is about that social media life. 

 

Pass the Popcorn

Omarion–excuse us–Omicron is taking over, and so we invited Dr. James Simmons on the show to answer all our questions: Is it time to panic? Should we cancel our holiday travel plans? What if we’re not boosted? Dr. Simmons provides us with that good, good insight and also explains why South Africa deserves a shout out for letting the world know about Omicron. If you hadn’t heard, Dr. Simmons came correct when he explained that it ain’t South Africa’s mutation, ya’ll!

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: “The Great Soul Food Cook-Off” is streaming on Discovery+, and it is a Black cooking and competition show that dives into culture and history that deserves your attention. 

HM: “Harlem” is a comedy following four Black friends as they do love and work in NYC that combines what viewers loved about Insecure and Sex and the City–or Living Single if you want to keep it Black. Catch it on Amazon Prime.  

HM: Mindy Kaling’s “The Sex Lives of College Girls” is streaming on HBO Max. This aptly named show details four college roommates love adventures as they dip it and get dipped in New England’s Essex College. 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Robert Gray was apart of one of the first Safe Sex campaigns to travel the world ran by the San Francisco AIDS Foundation. Read the article, “Poster Boys,” which details Gray’s story published by the Bay Area Reporter. 

Our Sponsors This Week

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]]> Karen’s Comin' to Town (ft. Dr. James Simmons, Robert Myrick, Donovan X Ramsey) Maximum Fun 01:09:11 In this week’s episode, Jarrett and Tre'vell ask real estate developer and broker Robert Myrick and L.A. Times reporter Donovan X. Ramsey some thorny questions about gentrification, such as, can Black people be gentrifiers? It’s a thought-provoking conversation that gets into the history of this process, dissecting why Black and Brown people are the ones to lose when Karen moves into the neighborhood.  In this week’s episode, Jarrett and Tre'vell ask real estate developer and broker Robert Myrick and L.A. Times reporter Donovan X. Ramsey some thorny questions about gentrification, such as, can Black people be gentrifiers? It’s a thought-provoking conversation that gets into the history of this process, dissecting why Black and Brown people are the ones to lose when Karen moves into the neighborhood.  black parenting, real estate developer robert myrick, harlem, chipotle, soul food, gentrification, dr. james simmons, discovery plus, reporter donovan x. ramsey, the sex lives of college girls, l.a. times, amazon prime, starbucks, omicron, omarion, the great soul food cook-off true full 97 52d88b7a-275f-4a42-97e3-2b3057e21053 Respect Your Elders Episode Summary: 

Black parents don’t play when it comes to respecting elders--whether they deserve it or not--and this can be problematic. That’s why Tre’vell and Jarrett get personal about the good, the bad, and the trauma of respecting elders. They get into the differences between white and Black parenting, how slavery factors into ideas of respect, and how “respecting your elders” still shows up in their professional and personal relationships as grown ass adults. 

Episode Notes: 

Jarrett mentions Greenleaf, which is an Oprah Winfrey Network show that also streams on Netflix. The clip comparing White vs. Black Kids is from a YouTube video.  

 

A Tough Question

Jarrett asked Tre’vell, “Do you wanna be accountability partners?” when they set out on their umpteenth fitness journey, which sparked this conversation that seeks to define good accountability partnerships.

 

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Lee Elder, the first African-American golfer to play in the Masters tournament, died over Thanksgiving weekend in Escondido, California at the age of 87, the New York Times reported. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

DM: Tony Humphrey, a 16-year-old baseball player, was the target of a racist coach at Iona Preparatory School in New York, Black Enterprise reported. 

HM: Brandon Kyle Goodman (they/he) is a queer, nonbinary Black Actor and Writer whose pilot got picked up to lead the spinoff of “Big Mouth.” The spinoff is titled “Human Resources,” New York Times reported. 

HM: The New York Times did a great Tuesday Daily on the Omnicron variant. Listen here. 

HM: Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony make up the band Louis York. Check out their album, American Griots.

HM: Bilal Baig and Fab Filippo created HBO Max’s “Sort Of,” which stars Baig as Sabi Mehboob, a non-binary millennial trying to balance his multiple jobs and his Pakistani immigrant parents with finding himself. 

HM: LA’s Black on the Block is a monthly pop-up for Black-owned businesses. Follow them on IG: @blackxtheblock. 

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

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Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, Lorraine Wheat

 

Music: Cor.ece

 

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Thu, 2 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Episode Summary: 

Black parents don’t play when it comes to respecting elders--whether they deserve it or not--and this can be problematic. That’s why Tre’vell and Jarrett get personal about the good, the bad, and the trauma of respecting elders. They get into the differences between white and Black parenting, how slavery factors into ideas of respect, and how “respecting your elders” still shows up in their professional and personal relationships as grown ass adults. 

Episode Notes: 

Jarrett mentions Greenleaf, which is an Oprah Winfrey Network show that also streams on Netflix. The clip comparing White vs. Black Kids is from a YouTube video.  

 

A Tough Question

Jarrett asked Tre’vell, “Do you wanna be accountability partners?” when they set out on their umpteenth fitness journey, which sparked this conversation that seeks to define good accountability partnerships.

 

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Lee Elder, the first African-American golfer to play in the Masters tournament, died over Thanksgiving weekend in Escondido, California at the age of 87, the New York Times reported. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

DM: Tony Humphrey, a 16-year-old baseball player, was the target of a racist coach at Iona Preparatory School in New York, Black Enterprise reported. 

HM: Brandon Kyle Goodman (they/he) is a queer, nonbinary Black Actor and Writer whose pilot got picked up to lead the spinoff of “Big Mouth.” The spinoff is titled “Human Resources,” New York Times reported. 

HM: The New York Times did a great Tuesday Daily on the Omnicron variant. Listen here. 

HM: Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony make up the band Louis York. Check out their album, American Griots.

HM: Bilal Baig and Fab Filippo created HBO Max’s “Sort Of,” which stars Baig as Sabi Mehboob, a non-binary millennial trying to balance his multiple jobs and his Pakistani immigrant parents with finding himself. 

HM: LA’s Black on the Block is a monthly pop-up for Black-owned businesses. Follow them on IG: @blackxtheblock. 

 

Our Sponsors This Week

Raycon

Get 15% off sitewide with code HOLIDAY at Rayconglobal.com/FANTI. 

 

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To get 15% off your next gift, go to UNCOMMONGOODS.com/FANTI

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer and Lorraine Wheat is producer. 

 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, Lorraine Wheat

 

Music: Cor.ece

 

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Respect Your Elders Maximum Fun 00:58:46 Black parents don’t play when it comes to respecting elders--whether they deserve it or not--and this can be problematic. That’s why Tre’vell and Jarrett get personal about the good, the bad, and the trauma of respecting elders. They get into the differences between white and Black parenting, how slavery factors into ideas of respect, and how “respecting your elders” still shows up in their professional and personal relationships as grown ass adults. Black parents don’t play when it comes to respecting elders--whether they deserve it or not--and this can be problematic. That’s why Tre’vell and Jarrett get personal about the good, the bad, and the trauma of respecting elders. They get into the differences between white and Black parenting, how slavery factors into ideas of respect, and how “respecting your elders” still shows up in their professional and personal relationships as grown ass adults. black parenting, big mouth, racism, lee elder, omnicron variant, hbo max, brandon kyle goodman, accountability partner, louis york, slavery, new york times, tony humphrey, sort of, white parenting true full 96 cc3abd27-e57a-4262-bbd3-30981da77c84 Don’t Experiment on Thanksgiving (ft. Chef Seth Brundle) Episode Summary: 

Happy Thanksgiving all you wonderful people. Chef Seth Brundle joins Tre’vell and Jarrett for a HEATED convo about the best and less-than-best Thanksgiving side dishes. Friendships are tested, trust is broken, but there is one thing they can all agree on: Thanksgiving is not the time to experiment with new recipes. Period! Don’t listen to this episode on an empty stomach cause Chef Brundle describes how he cooked a turkey three ways, his black truffle mac & cheese, grandma’s dressing, okra stew, and more. Plus, Tre’Vell reveals the one dish you should never, ever serve if you invite them to your Thanksgiving . . . or any holiday.

 

Episode Notes:

Our guest hosts Seasoned with Seth Brundle on Buzzfeed and runs The SZNG. Check out his website here. The social clip that Tre’vell played is “Don't Experiment on Thanksgiving Auntie Carmel,” and Seth brought up the Gullah Geechee people that are from the North and South Carolinas as well as Georgia and Florida. On our IG and Twitter, we are encouraging everyone to support Black-owned businesses. Check out our feeds for any ideas. 

 

Black History Is Happening Every Day

Soul Food debuted in 1997 and starred Vanessa Williams, Vivica A. Fox, Nia Long, and Mekhi Phifer. It celebrated Black food and family. Now you can watch it on HBO Max.

 

Shop Black-Owned Businesses on Black Friday

Here are the businesses referenced by Jarrett & Tre’Vell on this week’s episode

Jarrett: MSPIRED ROOM sells candles and home decor. 

Jarrett: One'der Years has the resting baby face onesie for all those parents that need a laugh. 

Producer Lorraine:  Misha's Kind Foods creates plant-based cheeses for the lactose intolerant. 

Tre’Vell: Black Like I Never Left  creates cool coasters celebrating Black culture.

 

Our Sponsors This Week

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FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

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@Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher)

@Rainewheat (Producer Lorraine Wheat)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is senior producer and Lorraine Wheat is producer. 

Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, Lorraine Wheat

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Wed, 24 Nov 2021 20:17:08 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Episode Summary: 

Happy Thanksgiving all you wonderful people. Chef Seth Brundle joins Tre’vell and Jarrett for a HEATED convo about the best and less-than-best Thanksgiving side dishes. Friendships are tested, trust is broken, but there is one thing they can all agree on: Thanksgiving is not the time to experiment with new recipes. Period! Don’t listen to this episode on an empty stomach cause Chef Brundle describes how he cooked a turkey three ways, his black truffle mac & cheese, grandma’s dressing, okra stew, and more. Plus, Tre’Vell reveals the one dish you should never, ever serve if you invite them to your Thanksgiving . . . or any holiday.

 

Episode Notes:

Our guest hosts Seasoned with Seth Brundle on Buzzfeed and runs The SZNG. Check out his website here. The social clip that Tre’vell played is “Don't Experiment on Thanksgiving Auntie Carmel,” and Seth brought up the Gullah Geechee people that are from the North and South Carolinas as well as Georgia and Florida. On our IG and Twitter, we are encouraging everyone to support Black-owned businesses. Check out our feeds for any ideas. 

 

Black History Is Happening Every Day

Soul Food debuted in 1997 and starred Vanessa Williams, Vivica A. Fox, Nia Long, and Mekhi Phifer. It celebrated Black food and family. Now you can watch it on HBO Max.

 

Shop Black-Owned Businesses on Black Friday

Here are the businesses referenced by Jarrett & Tre’Vell on this week’s episode

Jarrett: MSPIRED ROOM sells candles and home decor. 

Jarrett: One'der Years has the resting baby face onesie for all those parents that need a laugh. 

Producer Lorraine:  Misha's Kind Foods creates plant-based cheeses for the lactose intolerant. 

Tre’Vell: Black Like I Never Left  creates cool coasters celebrating Black culture.

 

Our Sponsors This Week

BetterHelp

FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/FANTI

 

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@Rainewheat (Producer Lorraine Wheat)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

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Episode Contributors: Jarrett Hill, Laura Swisher, Tre’Vell Anderson, Lorraine Wheat

Music: Cor.ece

Graphics: Ashley Nguyen

]]> Don’t Experiment on Thanksgiving (ft. Chef Seth Brundle) Maximum Fun 00:49:13 Happy Thanksgiving all you wonderful people. Chef Seth Brundle joins Tre’vell and Jarrett for a HEATED convo about the best and less-than-best Thanksgiving side dishes. Happy Thanksgiving all you wonderful people. Chef Seth Brundle joins Tre’vell and Jarrett for a HEATED convo about the best and less-than-best Thanksgiving side dishes. cooking, movie soul food, dressing, family, side dishes, stuffing, okra, misha’s kind foods, black friday, seth brundle, turkey, ham, soul food, macaroni and cheese, recipes, gullah geechee nation/people, insecure, black like i never left, cranberry sauce, one’der years, buzzfeed, thanksgiving, black-owned, mspired room true full 95 2acaf154-36ed-48c8-ae15-ca13c1807838 Non/Monogamy (ft. Ev'Yan Whitney) Episode Notes:

Sometimes media's Black representation in non/monogamy be like, does it even exist? And Ev’Yan understands the problem. As a role model, they runs the “Sensual Self” podcast  to discuss they's 8-year-old, non/monogamous relationship. They also wrote a book about self-healing titled, “Sensual Self: Prompts and Practices for Getting in Touch with Your Body: A Guided Journal.” We did want to recognize society's growing recognition of non/monogamy by highlighting some of today's popular media representations on FANTI's IG. Here are a few: "Professor Marston and the Wonder Women," "Shameless" Season 7, and "Insecure" Season 2.

Black History is Happening Every Day

The Country Music Awards is finally recognizing that Black hair is it! Faith Fennidy inspired singer Mickey Guyton to write “Love My Hair” after Fennidy was sent home for wearing braids to school at age 11 in 2018. Fast forward to Nov. 2021, and Fennidy was invited to introduce Guyton at the Country Music Awards show held in Nashville, Tennessee, NBC News reported. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Jarrett saw an amazing performance starring Cameron Wright, Emi Seacrest and Mykal kilgore (he will be on the show next month). According to his website, Kilgore will be performing in New York on Nov. 19 and Nov. 20. 

HM: Adele did a CBS Special that included a concert and interview with Oprah.  

HM:  Lil Nas X is honored as GQ’s Musician of the Year

HM: Brian Michael Smith is the first trans individual to make People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive list.  

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]]> Thu, 18 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Episode Notes:

Sometimes media's Black representation in non/monogamy be like, does it even exist? And Ev’Yan understands the problem. As a role model, they runs the “Sensual Self” podcast  to discuss they's 8-year-old, non/monogamous relationship. They also wrote a book about self-healing titled, “Sensual Self: Prompts and Practices for Getting in Touch with Your Body: A Guided Journal.” We did want to recognize society's growing recognition of non/monogamy by highlighting some of today's popular media representations on FANTI's IG. Here are a few: "Professor Marston and the Wonder Women," "Shameless" Season 7, and "Insecure" Season 2.

Black History is Happening Every Day

The Country Music Awards is finally recognizing that Black hair is it! Faith Fennidy inspired singer Mickey Guyton to write “Love My Hair” after Fennidy was sent home for wearing braids to school at age 11 in 2018. Fast forward to Nov. 2021, and Fennidy was invited to introduce Guyton at the Country Music Awards show held in Nashville, Tennessee, NBC News reported. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Jarrett saw an amazing performance starring Cameron Wright, Emi Seacrest and Mykal kilgore (he will be on the show next month). According to his website, Kilgore will be performing in New York on Nov. 19 and Nov. 20. 

HM: Adele did a CBS Special that included a concert and interview with Oprah.  

HM:  Lil Nas X is honored as GQ’s Musician of the Year

HM: Brian Michael Smith is the first trans individual to make People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive list.  

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]]> Non/Monogamy (ft. Ev'Yan Whitney) Maximum Fun 00:58:53 Non/monogamy is complicated, and Tre’vell and Jarrett get this conversation right by inviting author, facilitator, and sex educator Ev’Yan Whitney to the pod. They get personal with their own experiences with non/monogamy while Ev’Yan leans into discussing the challenges that come with non/monogamy--people think it’s all about just getting a nut, which sometimes it is, but let’s also remember, non/monogamy can also be about just having a connection. Non/monogamy is complicated, and Tre’vell and Jarrett get this conversation right by inviting author, facilitator, and sex educator Ev’Yan Whitney to the pod. They get personal with their own experiences with non/monogamy while Ev’Yan leans into discussing the challenges that come with non/monogamy--people think it’s all about just getting a nut, which sometimes it is, but let’s also remember, non/monogamy can also be about just having a connection. polyamory, faith fennidy, adele, people magazine, cameron wright, non-monogamy, polyandry, mickey guyton, lil nas x, mykal kilgore, emi seacret, oprah true full 94 80d3e524-507c-408f-a6ea-f111e1666e96 Boughetto Rapper Ali redefined bougie in his rap song “Boughetto (ft. Murphy Lee).” Both Jarrett and Tre’vell mentioned Patrisse Cullors, who stepped down as executive director of Black Lives Matter in May 2021. If you’re looking for more clarification, Cullors is discussed in episodes Colorism: White Supremacy’s Stank Ass Grandchild (ft. Jarrett Lucas) and Colorism Part 2 (ft. Portia Bartley). Also, check out Jarrett’s Instagram account recommendation, everyniggadeserves.

 

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Before there was Michelle Obama, there were these amazing patron saints of bougie: Diahann Carroll as Dominique Deveraux in “Dynasty,” Jasmine Guy as Whitley Gilbert in “A Different World,” Kim Fields as Regine Hunter in “Living Single,”  Tatyana Ali and Karyn Parsons as Ashley and Hilary Banks in “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” Jill Marie Jones as Toni Childs in “Girlfriends,” and Christopher B. Duncan as Braxton P. Hartnabrig in “The Jamie Foxx Show.” 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Ghetto gastro, a collective of BIPOC chefs from the Bronx, have designed an amazing culinary collection titled CRUXGG for Target. 

HM: Check out the Black woman artist @snoopdoggydom on Instagram. Her work is it! 

HM: Aida Rodriguez released her first comedy special on HBO Max titled, “Aida Rodriguez: Fighting Words.” 

HM: On Nov. 12 at 8 p.m., Oxygen is premiering “Murdered and Missing in Montana,” which highlights the disappearance of three Indigenous girls.  

HM: Netflix’s “The Harder They Fall,” directed by Jeymes Samuel, AKA The Bullitts, will have you leaning closer to your TV. 

HM: For Harriet published Kimberly Foster’s YouTube video “Where Dave Chappelle Meets Donald Trump,” which parallels Chappelle’s language to Trump’s rhetoric, connecting the dots for people still struggling with why Chappelle is problematic. 

HM: Bianca Carter just celebrated her 31st birthday! Happy Birthday, plus thank you for contributing to and being a part of the FANTI Family. 

 

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]]> Thu, 11 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Rapper Ali redefined bougie in his rap song “Boughetto (ft. Murphy Lee).” Both Jarrett and Tre’vell mentioned Patrisse Cullors, who stepped down as executive director of Black Lives Matter in May 2021. If you’re looking for more clarification, Cullors is discussed in episodes Colorism: White Supremacy’s Stank Ass Grandchild (ft. Jarrett Lucas) and Colorism Part 2 (ft. Portia Bartley). Also, check out Jarrett’s Instagram account recommendation, everyniggadeserves.

 

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Before there was Michelle Obama, there were these amazing patron saints of bougie: Diahann Carroll as Dominique Deveraux in “Dynasty,” Jasmine Guy as Whitley Gilbert in “A Different World,” Kim Fields as Regine Hunter in “Living Single,”  Tatyana Ali and Karyn Parsons as Ashley and Hilary Banks in “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” Jill Marie Jones as Toni Childs in “Girlfriends,” and Christopher B. Duncan as Braxton P. Hartnabrig in “The Jamie Foxx Show.” 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Ghetto gastro, a collective of BIPOC chefs from the Bronx, have designed an amazing culinary collection titled CRUXGG for Target. 

HM: Check out the Black woman artist @snoopdoggydom on Instagram. Her work is it! 

HM: Aida Rodriguez released her first comedy special on HBO Max titled, “Aida Rodriguez: Fighting Words.” 

HM: On Nov. 12 at 8 p.m., Oxygen is premiering “Murdered and Missing in Montana,” which highlights the disappearance of three Indigenous girls.  

HM: Netflix’s “The Harder They Fall,” directed by Jeymes Samuel, AKA The Bullitts, will have you leaning closer to your TV. 

HM: For Harriet published Kimberly Foster’s YouTube video “Where Dave Chappelle Meets Donald Trump,” which parallels Chappelle’s language to Trump’s rhetoric, connecting the dots for people still struggling with why Chappelle is problematic. 

HM: Bianca Carter just celebrated her 31st birthday! Happy Birthday, plus thank you for contributing to and being a part of the FANTI Family. 

 

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]]> Boughetto Maximum Fun 00:58:33 In this week’s episode, Jarrett and Tre’vell are letting listeners know that they don’t mind becoming that Hollywood bougie auntie. They dig into everything bougie, discussing bougie's historical roots as the Marxist term bourgeoisie, reflecting on the negative connotations of being bougie, and even clarifying the differences between bougie and boughetto for listeners. They even decide to have a little problematic fun by classifying today’s celebrities as either bougie or boughetto. So, regarding last week’s episode titled, Online Dating: Swipe Fright, Jarrett has a quick rundown of no-gos for online dating profiles while Tre’vell, on the other hand, has only one question: where are they’s DM’s!? In this week’s episode, Jarrett and Tre’vell are letting listeners know that they don’t mind becoming that Hollywood bougie auntie. They dig into everything bougie, discussing bougie's historical roots as the Marxist term bourgeoisie, reflecting on the negative connotations of being bougie, and even clarifying the differences between bougie and boughetto for listeners. They even decide to have a little problematic fun by classifying today’s celebrities as either bougie or boughetto. So, regarding last week’s episode titled, Online Dating: Swipe Fright, Jarrett has a quick rundown of no-gos for online dating profiles while Tre’vell, on the other hand, has only one question: where are they’s DM’s!? dominique deveraux, murphy lee, regine hunter, a different world, black lives matter, hilary banks, living single, dynasty christopher b. duncan, the jamie foxx show, girlfriends, bougie, jasmine guy, beyonce, the fresh prince of bel-air, kim fields, ashley banks, boughetto, michelle obama, patrisse cullors true full 93 b4bf4c4f-2e06-4b96-a8b3-cb5c7e6ebd7b Swipe Fright: Online Dating If you are looking for more episodes to listen to after this one, check out Jarrett’s guest appearance on Bullseye’s Episode Tamron Hall. Tre’vell makes a mention of Kenneth Petty, and for all those that forgot, Petty is Nicki Minaj’s husband, and he sexually assaulted Jennifer Hough. Listen to our Episode 87, Dear Old Nicki, WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy), and learn more.  

Pass the Popcorn

The press has been raving that Season 2 of HBO Max’s Love Life is all about Black love because it focuses on Marcus Watkins (played by William Jackson Harper), a young Black man that has grown tired of dating apps. Starting to notice a theme? Because Season 2 is so Black-love centered, we are jumping into the conversation. 

Black History Is Happening Every Day

Malcolm Kenyatta is a Democrat serving as Member of the House for Philadelphia County’s District 181 whose work inspired this little boy to dress up as him for Halloween.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Although released in 2017, great albums stay great, so go check out Leikeli47’s Wash & Set.

HM: Fred Hammond is a part of a gospel collection titled, Sunday Morning, and Jarrett LOVES Hammond’s Way Back When. 

HM: Check out the artist Sevndeep. 

HM: Tarana Burke’s book, Unbound: My Story of Liberation and the Birth of the Me Too, is a great listen for audiobook lovers. 

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]]> Thu, 4 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ If you are looking for more episodes to listen to after this one, check out Jarrett’s guest appearance on Bullseye’s Episode Tamron Hall. Tre’vell makes a mention of Kenneth Petty, and for all those that forgot, Petty is Nicki Minaj’s husband, and he sexually assaulted Jennifer Hough. Listen to our Episode 87, Dear Old Nicki, WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy), and learn more.  

Pass the Popcorn

The press has been raving that Season 2 of HBO Max’s Love Life is all about Black love because it focuses on Marcus Watkins (played by William Jackson Harper), a young Black man that has grown tired of dating apps. Starting to notice a theme? Because Season 2 is so Black-love centered, we are jumping into the conversation. 

Black History Is Happening Every Day

Malcolm Kenyatta is a Democrat serving as Member of the House for Philadelphia County’s District 181 whose work inspired this little boy to dress up as him for Halloween.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Although released in 2017, great albums stay great, so go check out Leikeli47’s Wash & Set.

HM: Fred Hammond is a part of a gospel collection titled, Sunday Morning, and Jarrett LOVES Hammond’s Way Back When. 

HM: Check out the artist Sevndeep. 

HM: Tarana Burke’s book, Unbound: My Story of Liberation and the Birth of the Me Too, is a great listen for audiobook lovers. 

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]]> Swipe Fright: Online Dating Maximum Fun 00:53:07 Jarrett and Tre’Vell have been on Grindr, Scruff, Hinge, Jack’d, Tinder, Adam4Adam, and more dating sites, which means they have opinions! This episode they get into the good, the bad and the unswipeable foolishness of online dating. From profile no-nos to Craigslist hook-ups (when that was a thing), they cover it ALL. Jarrett and Tre’Vell have been on Grindr, Scruff, Hinge, Jack’d, Tinder, Adam4Adam, and more dating sites, which means they have opinions! This episode they get into the good, the bad and the unswipeable foolishness of online dating. From profile no-nos to Craigslist hook-ups (when that was a thing), they cover it ALL. craigslist, dating apps, kenneth petty, grindr, hbo max, sevndeep, adam4adam, nline dating, fred hammond, love life, match.com, tinder, gospel music true full 92 5332a5ef-77e7-408f-91d4-2164c792bc40 What Was Said! Jarrett’s back from vacation where he got an acute case of the giggles, and passed them on to Tre’Vell. This week, they dive into the mailbag to respond to listener questions...and listener shade. Strap in, cause this episode covers A LOT of ground. Like, three whole continents worth of ground.  From the African continent, we hear from Akani who takes Jarrett & Tre’Vell to task for saying the COVID vaccine isn’t as available “in Africa”. Lucas in Brazil laments that “coming out” is extra burdensome for intersectional folks like them who are transmasculine, non binary, aro, ace and gay. Plus, lots of listeners from the U.S. 

Episode Notes:

We received a letter from an Ace/Aro-identifying fan. Don’t know what those terms mean? Well, OULGBTQ + Society wrote definitions. 

Here is a list of episodes that Jarrett and Tre’vell recommend checking out after listening:

Episode 45 - Freelancing In Beyonce’s Gig Economy

Episode 75 - Colorism: White Supremacy’s Stank Ass Grandchild (ft. Jarrett Lucas)

Episode 77 - Colorism Part 2 (ft. Portia Bartley)

Episode 78 - No Cis-sies Allowed (ft. Da’Shaun Harrison), and after you listen don’t forget to buy Da’Shaun’s book Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness.

Mentioned in the show

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Elo Vegan Lifestyle is a beauty brand that is on a mission to make sustainability sexy AF

HM: CBS News reported that a manslaughter conviction of a 21-year-old Oklahoma woman who suffered miscarriage sparked outcry 

HM: Quinton and Monroe’s engagement video is so cute

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]]> Thu, 28 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Jarrett’s back from vacation where he got an acute case of the giggles, and passed them on to Tre’Vell. This week, they dive into the mailbag to respond to listener questions...and listener shade. Strap in, cause this episode covers A LOT of ground. Like, three whole continents worth of ground.  From the African continent, we hear from Akani who takes Jarrett & Tre’Vell to task for saying the COVID vaccine isn’t as available “in Africa”. Lucas in Brazil laments that “coming out” is extra burdensome for intersectional folks like them who are transmasculine, non binary, aro, ace and gay. Plus, lots of listeners from the U.S. 

Episode Notes:

We received a letter from an Ace/Aro-identifying fan. Don’t know what those terms mean? Well, OULGBTQ + Society wrote definitions. 

Here is a list of episodes that Jarrett and Tre’vell recommend checking out after listening:

Episode 45 - Freelancing In Beyonce’s Gig Economy

Episode 75 - Colorism: White Supremacy’s Stank Ass Grandchild (ft. Jarrett Lucas)

Episode 77 - Colorism Part 2 (ft. Portia Bartley)

Episode 78 - No Cis-sies Allowed (ft. Da’Shaun Harrison), and after you listen don’t forget to buy Da’Shaun’s book Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness.

Mentioned in the show

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Elo Vegan Lifestyle is a beauty brand that is on a mission to make sustainability sexy AF

HM: CBS News reported that a manslaughter conviction of a 21-year-old Oklahoma woman who suffered miscarriage sparked outcry 

HM: Quinton and Monroe’s engagement video is so cute

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]]> What Was Said! Maximum Fun 00:56:36 Jarrett’s back from vacation where he got an acute case of the giggles, and passed them on to Tre’Vell. This week, they dive into the mailbag to respond to listener questions...and listener shade. Strap in, cause this episode covers A LOT of ground. Like, three whole continents worth of ground.  From the African continent, we hear from Akani who takes Jarrett & Tre’Vell to task for saying the COVID vaccine isn’t as available “in Africa”. Lucas in Brazil laments that “coming out” is extra burdensome for intersectional folks like them who are transmasc, non binary, aro, ace and gay. Plus, lots of listeners from the U.S. Jarrett’s back from vacation where he got an acute case of the giggles, and passed them on to Tre’Vell. This week, they dive into the mailbag to respond to listener questions...and listener shade. Strap in, cause this episode covers A LOT of ground. Like, three whole continents worth of ground.  From the African continent, we hear from Akani who takes Jarrett & Tre’Vell to task for saying the COVID vaccine isn’t as available “in Africa”. Lucas in Brazil laments that “coming out” is extra burdensome for intersectional folks like them who are transmasc, non binary, aro, ace and gay. Plus, lots of listeners from the U.S. depresh mode, boycott, allo, coming out, aroace, white supremacy, dominican republic, employment, jobs, black girl sunscreen, tucking, brazil, ace, native son, allosexual, dissociation, non-binary, depression, memory blocks, lockdown, gay, trans, elo vegan, rest, diversity programs, aro, colorism, trump, dr. jon paul, asexual, gender, covid, aromantic true full 91 94c4a7c8-1e8e-4505-912e-7141c8b9b90f Diversity Programs - Do Better! (ft. Dr. Jon Paul)  

Mentioned in the show

Dr. Jon Paul’s piece Punching Down: Why Netflix Deserves Some of the Heat for Dave Chapelle’s Transphobic Comments

iHeartRadio NextUp Fellowship Program

Netflix firing of walkout organizer

TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’Vell picks

HM Unholier Than Thou w/ guest Michelle Williams

HM Transhealth Northampton

Dr. Jon Paul picks

DM - Niggas who don’t read!

HM - Ashlee Marie Preston, organizer of the Netflix walkout

HM - Colman Domingo and everyone connected to the new film “Rustin” where her will be playing Bayard Rustin.

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Monica Roberts in NABJ’s Hall of Fame

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Ep 41 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Oh My (ft. Sharon Smith)

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]]> Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/  

Mentioned in the show

Dr. Jon Paul’s piece Punching Down: Why Netflix Deserves Some of the Heat for Dave Chapelle’s Transphobic Comments

iHeartRadio NextUp Fellowship Program

Netflix firing of walkout organizer

TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’Vell picks

HM Unholier Than Thou w/ guest Michelle Williams

HM Transhealth Northampton

Dr. Jon Paul picks

DM - Niggas who don’t read!

HM - Ashlee Marie Preston, organizer of the Netflix walkout

HM - Colman Domingo and everyone connected to the new film “Rustin” where her will be playing Bayard Rustin.

Black History is Happening Every Day!

Monica Roberts in NABJ’s Hall of Fame

Related Episodes

Ep 49 Is Dave Chappelle Half Baked?

Ep 41 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Oh My (ft. Sharon Smith)

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]]> Diversity Programs - Do Better! (ft. Dr. Jon Paul) Maximum Fun 00:58:07 Jarrett’s still on vacay, but don’t worry, baby. We’ve got the one and only Dr. Jon Paul sitting in for him. They and Tre’Vell will tell you why Dave Chappelle’s The Closer isn’t just jokes, and why the Netflix special harms folks like them. And they have some advice for all them companies that love to boast about their diversity programs...including the ones they were a part of as well. Jarrett’s still on vacay, but don’t worry, baby. We’ve got the one and only Dr. Jon Paul sitting in for him. They and Tre’Vell will tell you why Dave Chappelle’s The Closer isn’t just jokes, and why the Netflix special harms folks like them. And they have some advice for all them companies that love to boast about their diversity programs...including the ones they were a part of as well. dave chappelle, angelina jolie, transhealth northampton, doctor jon paul, unholier than thou, mentorships, pay equity, imara jones, mentor programs, newsrooms, transphobia, pulitzer prize, equity initiatives, michelle williams, kate hosin, warner brothers, bayard rustin, kira sedgwick, colman domingo, ted sarandos, minority editorial training program, diversity fellowships, iheartradio, los angeles times minority training program, dr. jonathan higgins, the closer, translash, terf true full 90 118e193b-d91d-4b5e-9c54-df28d99563ce Incorrectly Political (ft. Asha Dahya and Keith Boykin) Episode Notes:

Asha provided lots of resources to educate you about the racist agenda behind the religious right’s obsession with abortion laws. She suggested reading Politico Magazine’s The Real Origins of the Religious Right and watching Netflix’s Reversing Roe. Read more about California banning non-consensual condom removal. If you want to hear more of Keith, check out Episode 51: Donald Trump has Left the Building (ft. Keith Boykin). Also read his book Race Against Time: The Politics of a Darkening America. 

Pass the Popcorn

In this episode, Jarrett wants to add some perspective to the Texas SB8 abortion law and help you understand why Texas’s new law is so dangerous, impacting impoverished and people of color worse. Asha joins Jarrett to help guide the discussion. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

DM: Asha mentions that R. Kelly was finally convicted even though he should have gone to jail years ago, back when he first assaulted singer Aaliyah, which brings us to . . .  

HM: The brave victims that were named in the R. Kelly case. 

HM: Ted Winn and his new recording of Marvin Gaye’s classic Inner City Blues (Makes Me Wanna Holler).

HM: Jarrett for taking a vacation.

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]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Episode Notes:

Asha provided lots of resources to educate you about the racist agenda behind the religious right’s obsession with abortion laws. She suggested reading Politico Magazine’s The Real Origins of the Religious Right and watching Netflix’s Reversing Roe. Read more about California banning non-consensual condom removal. If you want to hear more of Keith, check out Episode 51: Donald Trump has Left the Building (ft. Keith Boykin). Also read his book Race Against Time: The Politics of a Darkening America. 

Pass the Popcorn

In this episode, Jarrett wants to add some perspective to the Texas SB8 abortion law and help you understand why Texas’s new law is so dangerous, impacting impoverished and people of color worse. Asha joins Jarrett to help guide the discussion. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

DM: Asha mentions that R. Kelly was finally convicted even though he should have gone to jail years ago, back when he first assaulted singer Aaliyah, which brings us to . . .  

HM: The brave victims that were named in the R. Kelly case. 

HM: Ted Winn and his new recording of Marvin Gaye’s classic Inner City Blues (Makes Me Wanna Holler).

HM: Jarrett for taking a vacation.

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]]> Incorrectly Political (ft. Asha Dahya and Keith Boykin) Maximum Fun 01:00:39 For this episode, Jarrett Hill is riding solo--sort of kinda--he invited guests Asha Dahya, a women’s rights activist and founder of Girl Talk HQ, and New York Times best-selling author Keith Boykin to talk about the craziness that is America. Asha explains how the Texas SB8 abortion law continues the racist agenda that was sparked by Brown v. Board of Education, while Keith (a returning guest from Episode 51) talks about his new book Race Against Time: The Politics of a Darkening America, which urges voters to hold the Democratic party to its constituents’ demands: Don’t just say Black Lives Matter, make Blacks equal. For this episode, Jarrett Hill is riding solo--sort of kinda--he invited guests Asha Dahya, a women’s rights activist and founder of Girl Talk HQ, and New York Times best-selling author Keith Boykin to talk about the craziness that is America. Asha explains how the Texas SB8 abortion law continues the racist agenda that was sparked by Brown v. Board of Education, while Keith (a returning guest from Episode 51) talks about his new book Race Against Time: The Politics of a Darkening America, which urges voters to hold the Democratic party to its constituents’ demands: Don’t just say Black Lives Matter, make Blacks equal. roe v. wade, confederacy, abortion, abortion ban, gov. rick perry, planned parenthood, ronald reagan, segregation, asylum, white supremacy, george floyd justice & policing act, childcare, jan 6th, benghazi, civil war, donald trump, democrats, democratic party, reparations, immigrants, hillary clinton, slave patrols, southern strategy, department of justice, lyndon b. johnson, lee atwater, haiti, ice, republicans, jan 6th insurrection, barack obama, fair housing act, consent, fetal heartbeat, emmit till, reproductive justice, texas, abraham lincoln, filibuster, supreme court, civil rights act true full 89 5d31097c-c62a-4f25-aac3-9a4e3b303ed6 Coming Out of The Glass Closet It’s National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11, and Jarrett and Tre’vell are telling their come out stories--why they loved it and why they hated it--before talking about the pressures society has placed on the LGBTQ community by even having an expectation that individuals should come out.  Plus, they are not the only ones with feelings; they share what listener Ray Love, Jr. fans and antis about the coming out experience before reading a listener letter from a survivor of sexual violence who felt compelled to write Tre’vell and Jarrett after listening to episode 87, Nicki Minaj WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy).

Episode Notes:

Pass the Popcorn

In this week’s Pass the Popcorn, Jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the probability of the vaxxers creating a classist society where the non-vaxxed are not welcome, especially when vaccine statuses are going beyond the realm of social media updates and becoming a part of our dinner party icebreakers and our online dating profiles. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM:  If you have not bought Tabitha Brown’s book titled, Feeding the Soul (Because It's My Business): Finding Our Way to Joy, Love, and Freedom, check it out at Reparation’s Club. 

HM: The queer show We’re Here Season Two airs on Oct. 11. 

HM: The first all-Black American expedition climbs Mount Everest.

HM: Tre’vell discovers a new love for audio books after listening to Gabrielle Union’s You Got Anything Stronger?.

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Tiffany Taylor’s performance of Here’s Where I Stand in the film CAMP was so instrumental for Jarrett, it inspired him to write a come out letter to his mom. 

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]]> Thu, 7 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ It’s National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11, and Jarrett and Tre’vell are telling their come out stories--why they loved it and why they hated it--before talking about the pressures society has placed on the LGBTQ community by even having an expectation that individuals should come out.  Plus, they are not the only ones with feelings; they share what listener Ray Love, Jr. fans and antis about the coming out experience before reading a listener letter from a survivor of sexual violence who felt compelled to write Tre’vell and Jarrett after listening to episode 87, Nicki Minaj WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy).

Episode Notes:

Pass the Popcorn

In this week’s Pass the Popcorn, Jarrett and Tre’vell discuss the probability of the vaxxers creating a classist society where the non-vaxxed are not welcome, especially when vaccine statuses are going beyond the realm of social media updates and becoming a part of our dinner party icebreakers and our online dating profiles. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM:  If you have not bought Tabitha Brown’s book titled, Feeding the Soul (Because It's My Business): Finding Our Way to Joy, Love, and Freedom, check it out at Reparation’s Club. 

HM: The queer show We’re Here Season Two airs on Oct. 11. 

HM: The first all-Black American expedition climbs Mount Everest.

HM: Tre’vell discovers a new love for audio books after listening to Gabrielle Union’s You Got Anything Stronger?.

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Tiffany Taylor’s performance of Here’s Where I Stand in the film CAMP was so instrumental for Jarrett, it inspired him to write a come out letter to his mom. 

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]]> Coming Out of The Glass Closet Maximum Fun 01:05:30 It’s National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11, and Jarrett and Tre’vell are telling their come out stories--why they loved it and why they hated it--before talking about the pressures society has placed on the LGBTQ community by even having an expectation that individuals should come out.  Plus, they are not the only ones with feelings; they share what listener Ray Love, Jr. fans and antis about the coming out experience before reading a listener letter from a survivor of sexual violence who felt compelled to write Tre’vell and Jarrett after listening to episode 87, Nicki Minaj WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy). It’s National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11, and Jarrett and Tre’vell are telling their come out stories--why they loved it and why they hated it--before talking about the pressures society has placed on the LGBTQ community by even having an expectation that individuals should come out.  Plus, they are not the only ones with feelings; they share what listener Ray Love, Jr. fans and antis about the coming out experience before reading a listener letter from a survivor of sexual violence who felt compelled to write Tre’vell and Jarrett after listening to episode 87, Nicki Minaj WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy). pop culture, hollywood, coming out, diana ross, black, national come out day, lgbtq, los angeles true full 88 5ab8d246-f2e1-4c1d-a419-35de82a6380c Dear Old Nicki, WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy) The time has finally come to give the FANTI treatment to the one and only Nicki Minaj. And to do this conversation justice, Jarrett and Tre'Vell invited the fearless music journalist and friend of the show Gerrick Kennedy. His piece Nicki The Menace details the many reasons this icon is so...complicado. Will Nicki sic The Barbz on us for noting her history of making demonstrably false claims? Probably. Plus, we'll talk about the disturbing lengths Minaj and her sex offender husband Kenneth Petty have gone to keep sexual assault victim Jennifer Hough silent. This conversation is so spicy, we ditched an entire segment to give it more time. It good, y'all.

Episode Notes:

Mentioned in the episode

Gerrick Kennedy’s piece Nicki The Menace

How to PRE ORDER Gerrick’s new book Didn’t We Almost Have It All: In Defense of Whitney Houston

Wanna Thompson

Jerome Trammel

Jennifer Hough’s interview on The Real

Slay TV’s web series For the Boys

Shad - Black Averageness

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

 

HM: Ana Navarro reeeeads Donald Trump, Jr. on The View after he uses false COVID claims to attack her weight. 

HM: Listener DM’s Jarrett Shad’s new track Black Averageness from his album Tao. 

HM Jasmine Crowe tweeted about her new app that will allow Title One school families to order groceries that their children can pick up before heading home. 

HM: SLAY TV’s For the Boys is a web series following three Queer, Black BFFs trying to find love in NYC. 

HM: Slayvell Anderson is named one of the five outside journalists to join the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s credentials committee.

HM: Finally, R. Kelly is found guilty. 


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]]> Thu, 30 Sep 2021 10:30:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ The time has finally come to give the FANTI treatment to the one and only Nicki Minaj. And to do this conversation justice, Jarrett and Tre'Vell invited the fearless music journalist and friend of the show Gerrick Kennedy. His piece Nicki The Menace details the many reasons this icon is so...complicado. Will Nicki sic The Barbz on us for noting her history of making demonstrably false claims? Probably. Plus, we'll talk about the disturbing lengths Minaj and her sex offender husband Kenneth Petty have gone to keep sexual assault victim Jennifer Hough silent. This conversation is so spicy, we ditched an entire segment to give it more time. It good, y'all.

Episode Notes:

Mentioned in the episode

Gerrick Kennedy’s piece Nicki The Menace

How to PRE ORDER Gerrick’s new book Didn’t We Almost Have It All: In Defense of Whitney Houston

Wanna Thompson

Jerome Trammel

Jennifer Hough’s interview on The Real

Slay TV’s web series For the Boys

Shad - Black Averageness

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

 

HM: Ana Navarro reeeeads Donald Trump, Jr. on The View after he uses false COVID claims to attack her weight. 

HM: Listener DM’s Jarrett Shad’s new track Black Averageness from his album Tao. 

HM Jasmine Crowe tweeted about her new app that will allow Title One school families to order groceries that their children can pick up before heading home. 

HM: SLAY TV’s For the Boys is a web series following three Queer, Black BFFs trying to find love in NYC. 

HM: Slayvell Anderson is named one of the five outside journalists to join the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s credentials committee.

HM: Finally, R. Kelly is found guilty. 


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]]> Dear Old Nicki, WTF (ft. Gerrick Kennedy) Maximum Fun 01:01:59 The time has finally come to give the FANTI treatment to the one and only Nicki Minaj. And to do this conversation justice, Jarrett and Tre'Vell invited the fearless music journalist and friend of the show Gerrick Kennedy. His piece Nicki The Menace details the many reasons this icon is so...complicado. Will Nicki sic The Barbz on us for noting her history of making demonstrably false claims? Probably. Plus, we'll talk about the disturbing lengths Minaj and her sex offender husband Kenneth Petty have gone to to keep sexual assault victim Jennifer Hough silent. This conversation is so spicy, we ditched an entire segment to give it more time. It good, y'all. The time has finally come to give the FANTI treatment to the one and only Nicki Minaj. And to do this conversation justice, Jarrett and Tre'Vell invited the fearless music journalist and friend of the show Gerrick Kennedy. His piece Nicki The Menace details the many reasons this icon is so...complicado. Will Nicki sic The Barbz on us for noting her history of making demonstrably false claims? Probably. Plus, we'll talk about the disturbing lengths Minaj and her sex offender husband Kenneth Petty have gone to to keep sexual assault victim Jennifer Hough silent. This conversation is so spicy, we ditched an entire segment to give it more time. It good, y'all. gerrick kennedy, jennifer hough, wanna thompson, didn’t we almost have it all?, obesity, cardi b., joy reid, jerome trammel, payola, nicki the menace, ray love jr., pink friday, ana navarro, kenneth petty, slay tv, big brother, barbz, jay z, hip hop, donald trump, sunny hostin, trinidad, dr. fauci, hollywood foreign press association, whitney houston, dear old nicki, doja cat, for the boys, the view, julie chen moonves, seeing green, donald trump jr., kanye, nicki minaj, rap, covid, hfpa, met gala, anti-vax true full 87 0d63fcbc-1839-4f24-9259-1a55c58ce644 Lil Nas X is the Moment Listener Feedback

Shout out to the FANTI fam. You all ask us the best questions, including this week’s: When it comes to job hunting with personal ethics and values in mind, should I continue to hold out and work for companies truly committed to dismantling white supremacy and patriarchy even if it means struggling to make ends meet?

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Disney Plus releases Sparkshorts Twenty Something directed by Pixar’s rising animator Aphton Corbin.

HM:  Director Zach Parrish releases the romantic animated short Us Again about an elder interracial couple dancing back into the days of their youth.

HM: Getting into convo with bikers, host Christopher Stricklen talks racial justice on the soon-to-release episode of his podcast We Got to Hangout.

HM: CBS’ Big Brother will have its first Black winner thanks to Tiffany Mitchell (and The Cookout Alliance).

HM: Megan Rohrer has become the first transgender bishop for the Evangelical Lutheran Church.

DM: Nicki Minaj’s vaccine tweets inspired the Barbz to get loud and unabashedly ignorant in these streets.

 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Michaela Coel is the first Black woman to win an Emmy for writing I May Destroy You, one of the best limited series of the last decade, and she slayed her Emmy moment with a relatable and much-needed speech for 2021.

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]]> Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Listener Feedback

Shout out to the FANTI fam. You all ask us the best questions, including this week’s: When it comes to job hunting with personal ethics and values in mind, should I continue to hold out and work for companies truly committed to dismantling white supremacy and patriarchy even if it means struggling to make ends meet?

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Disney Plus releases Sparkshorts Twenty Something directed by Pixar’s rising animator Aphton Corbin.

HM:  Director Zach Parrish releases the romantic animated short Us Again about an elder interracial couple dancing back into the days of their youth.

HM: Getting into convo with bikers, host Christopher Stricklen talks racial justice on the soon-to-release episode of his podcast We Got to Hangout.

HM: CBS’ Big Brother will have its first Black winner thanks to Tiffany Mitchell (and The Cookout Alliance).

HM: Megan Rohrer has become the first transgender bishop for the Evangelical Lutheran Church.

DM: Nicki Minaj’s vaccine tweets inspired the Barbz to get loud and unabashedly ignorant in these streets.

 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

Michaela Coel is the first Black woman to win an Emmy for writing I May Destroy You, one of the best limited series of the last decade, and she slayed her Emmy moment with a relatable and much-needed speech for 2021.

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]]> Lil Nas X is the Moment Maximum Fun 00:59:01 Hosts Tre’vell and Jarrett STAN Lil Nas X, and so of course this week we’re talking about his Montero album. Before that, however, a comment Jarrett made to Tre’vell at their 30th birthday party, inspired them to publish an article about the policing of trans bodies: In Defense of the Meaty Tuck on Xtra Magazine. Jarrett and Tre’vell get into a meaty conversation about the beauty standards of a white, cis-gendered-dominated society. And if you enjoy this episode on Lil Nas X, be sure to listen to NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour to hear even more opinions on his latest album. Hosts Tre’vell and Jarrett STAN Lil Nas X, and so of course this week we’re talking about his Montero album. Before that, however, a comment Jarrett made to Tre’vell at their 30th birthday party, inspired them to publish an article about the policing of trans bodies: In Defense of the Meaty Tuck on Xtra Magazine. Jarrett and Tre’vell get into a meaty conversation about the beauty standards of a white, cis-gendered-dominated society. And if you enjoy this episode on Lil Nas X, be sure to listen to NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour to hear even more opinions on his latest album. todrick hall, linda holmes, emmy’s, big brother, montero, victor jackson, pop culture happy hour, tucking, all the blacks are men, transgender, drag queens, trans bodies, gender neutral, michaela cole, rupaul, frank ocean, drake, elton john, billy porter, but some of us are brave: all the women are white, debbie allen, lil’ nas x, nicki minaj, trans femmes true full 86 d7e1c711-43a6-4ee3-b11f-f66b7fd10134 Trailblazer Fatigue Although we love celebrating anytime a Black individual breaks barriers to become the first in an industry, we have to ask, is there blowback to being the first? This week Tre’vell and Jarrett dissect the significance of being the first Black this, that, and the other before they share their personal “first” experiences that relate to being a Black and Queer individual climbing up the ranks in entertainment journalism.

Pass the Popcorn

*Spoiler Alert Warning*

In this week’s PTP, Jarrett REALLY wants to talk about a show both he and Tre’vell saw: Netflix’s Clickbait. This thriller sees Nick Brewer (Adrian Grenier) kidnapped only to have his wife, Sophie (Betty Gabriel), and family sent on a wild manhunt to save him. If you haven’t seen the series yet and want to avoid any spoilers, skip ahead to 10:19. And if you’ve seen the show, please @Jarrett, especially if you figured out the ending before watching the final episode. Warning: Jarrett will think you’re lying.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Actor Michael K. Williams (Lovecraft Country, When They See Us) died on Sept. 6 at age 54.

HM: Janet Jackson stars in a new Lifetime biopic titled, Janet.

HM: Fawzia Mirza directed the queer Muslim rom com The Syed Family Xmas Eve Game Night that screened at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival.

 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

This week, Jarrett gives a shout out to his good friend, Chef Seth Brundle, who held his pop-up restaurant for The SZNG on Sept. 6th.

 

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]]> Thu, 16 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Although we love celebrating anytime a Black individual breaks barriers to become the first in an industry, we have to ask, is there blowback to being the first? This week Tre’vell and Jarrett dissect the significance of being the first Black this, that, and the other before they share their personal “first” experiences that relate to being a Black and Queer individual climbing up the ranks in entertainment journalism.

Pass the Popcorn

*Spoiler Alert Warning*

In this week’s PTP, Jarrett REALLY wants to talk about a show both he and Tre’vell saw: Netflix’s Clickbait. This thriller sees Nick Brewer (Adrian Grenier) kidnapped only to have his wife, Sophie (Betty Gabriel), and family sent on a wild manhunt to save him. If you haven’t seen the series yet and want to avoid any spoilers, skip ahead to 10:19. And if you’ve seen the show, please @Jarrett, especially if you figured out the ending before watching the final episode. Warning: Jarrett will think you’re lying.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

HM: Actor Michael K. Williams (Lovecraft Country, When They See Us) died on Sept. 6 at age 54.

HM: Janet Jackson stars in a new Lifetime biopic titled, Janet.

HM: Fawzia Mirza directed the queer Muslim rom com The Syed Family Xmas Eve Game Night that screened at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival.

 

Black History Is Happening Everyday

This week, Jarrett gives a shout out to his good friend, Chef Seth Brundle, who held his pop-up restaurant for The SZNG on Sept. 6th.

 

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]]> Trailblazer Fatigue Maximum Fun 00:54:50 Although we love celebrating anytime a Black individual breaks barriers to become the first in an industry, we have to ask, is there blowback to being the first? This week Tre’vell and Jarrett dissect the significance of being the first Black this, that, and the other before they share their personal “first” experiences that relate to being a Black and Queer individual climbing up the ranks in entertainment journalism. Although we love celebrating anytime a Black individual breaks barriers to become the first in an industry, we have to ask, is there blowback to being the first? This week Tre’vell and Jarrett dissect the significance of being the first Black this, that, and the other before they share their personal “first” experiences that relate to being a Black and Queer individual climbing up the ranks in entertainment journalism. kerry washington, tre’vell anderson, scandal, jarrett hill, michael k. williams, netflix, kamala harris, betty gabriel, joe morton, dr. dyette, clickbait, janet jackson, barack obama, trump, kevin merida, zoe kazan true full 85 49c2bc5b-08da-4ec2-84f7-efe3ad86a921 Black Meme Culture (ft. Brittany Luse, Shar Jossell, Cor.ece & more) *This week we recorded a supersize episode on Black meme culture for the London Podcast Festival this past Sunday (9/5/21). To get access to the full show, you have until September 12th to watch it. The stream will be available to everyone who purchases a ticket. Just visit FANTIPODCAST.com for the link.*

In the meantime, please enjoy this abbreviated version featuring Shar Jossell who joins us to talk about Lil’ Nas X’s pregnancy pics and make predictions about what’s in store for our favorite characters in the final season of Insecure. Plus, the one and only Brittany Luse (co-host of For Colored Nerds podcast with Eric Eddings) weighs in on meme culture, and in particular Black meme culture--the good, the bad and the painful.

The live show featured lots of surprise guests, including producer extraordinaire Jordan Kauwling, a song association game hosted by Cor.ece, the first face-to-face listener feedback segments, an AMA, and dope graphics.


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]]> Thu, 9 Sep 2021 14:04:39 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ *This week we recorded a supersize episode on Black meme culture for the London Podcast Festival this past Sunday (9/5/21). To get access to the full show, you have until September 12th to watch it. The stream will be available to everyone who purchases a ticket. Just visit FANTIPODCAST.com for the link.*

In the meantime, please enjoy this abbreviated version featuring Shar Jossell who joins us to talk about Lil’ Nas X’s pregnancy pics and make predictions about what’s in store for our favorite characters in the final season of Insecure. Plus, the one and only Brittany Luse (co-host of For Colored Nerds podcast with Eric Eddings) weighs in on meme culture, and in particular Black meme culture--the good, the bad and the painful.

The live show featured lots of surprise guests, including producer extraordinaire Jordan Kauwling, a song association game hosted by Cor.ece, the first face-to-face listener feedback segments, an AMA, and dope graphics.


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]]> Black Meme Culture (ft. Brittany Luse, Shar Jossell, Cor.ece & more) Maximum Fun 00:53:30 *This week we recorded a supersize episode on Black meme culture for the London Podcast Festival this past Sunday (9/5/21). To get access to the full show, you have until September 12th to watch it. The stream will be available to everyone who purchases a ticket. Just visit FANTIPODCAST.com for the link.* *This week we recorded a supersize episode on Black meme culture for the London Podcast Festival this past Sunday (9/5/21). To get access to the full show, you have until September 12th to watch it. The stream will be available to everyone who purchases a ticket. Just visit FANTIPODCAST.com for the link.* brittany luse, nene leakes, peaches malone, eyebrows on fleek, issa rae, tre’vell anderson, gregg leakes, atlanta, jarrett hill, for colored nerds, scarlett takes a tumble, youtube, real housewives of atlanta, insecure, gifs, shar jossell, meme culture, lil’ nas x, jordan kauwling, tiktok, rhoa, london podcast festival, the nod true full 84 7197dd2f-a9e7-4a03-b0b3-294c6ae033e5 The Highs & Lows of Weed (ft. Chris Ball) **Get tickets to watch the FANTI live stream at the London Podcast Festival on Sunday, Sept. 5th. It’s at 8:30pm in London, 3:30pm ET and 12:30pm PT.**

 

This week, reefer gets the FANTI treatment, and Jarrett and Tre’Vell are joined by Ball Family Farms CEO Chris Ball. The plant that put food on his table and money in his pocket also put the former pro football player in prison. Of course, that was before weed was legal. Chris explains how he got into cultivating marijuana, and some of the struggles that cannabis growers face, and in particular Black and brown growers. Plus, what is going on over there at Sony? Why did it take so long for Mike Richards to get fired?

 

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]]> Thu, 2 Sep 2021 09:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ **Get tickets to watch the FANTI live stream at the London Podcast Festival on Sunday, Sept. 5th. It’s at 8:30pm in London, 3:30pm ET and 12:30pm PT.**

 

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]]> The Highs & Lows of Weed (ft. Chris Ball) Maximum Fun 00:58:44 **Get tickets to watch the FANTI live stream at the London Podcast Festival on Sunday, Sept. 5th. It’s at 8:30pm in London, 3:30pm ET and 12:30pm PT.** This week, reefer gets the FANTI treatment, and Jarrett and Tre’Vell are joined by Ball Family Farms CEO Chris Ball. The plant that put food on his table and money in his pocket also put the former pro football player in prison. Of course, that was before weed was legal. Chris explains how he got into cultivating marijuana, and some of the struggles that cannabis growers face, and in particular Black and brown growers. Plus, what is going on over there at Sony? Why did it take so long for Mike Richards to get fired? **Get tickets to watch the FANTI live stream at the London Podcast Festival on Sunday, Sept. 5th. It’s at 8:30pm in London, 3:30pm ET and 12:30pm PT.** This week, reefer gets the FANTI treatment, and Jarrett and Tre’Vell are joined by Ball Family Farms CEO Chris Ball. The plant that put food on his table and money in his pocket also put the former pro football player in prison. Of course, that was before weed was legal. Chris explains how he got into cultivating marijuana, and some of the struggles that cannabis growers face, and in particular Black and brown growers. Plus, what is going on over there at Sony? Why did it take so long for Mike Richards to get fired? canada, al roker, dealing, dawn rhodes, jeopardy!, tre’vell anderson, maya cade, sony, cultivation, jarrett hill, ava duvernay, cbc, nia da costa, hurricane ida, mike richards, chris ball, conspiracy to distribute, candyman, katrina, new orleans, incarceration, afghanistan, abercrombie & fitch, marijuana, bc lions, nike, cannabis true full 83 1391f590-48d8-45f3-bf9f-ab663baf2d4c I Do Not Dream of Labor SEE FANTI LIVE & VIRTUAL

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]]> I Do Not Dream of Labor Maximum Fun 01:00:31 This week Jarrett & Tre'vell dig into the idea of rest: we know we need more. Why can't we get some? This week Jarrett & Tre'vell dig into the idea of rest: we know we need more. Why can't we get some? jarrett hill, tre'vell anderson true full 82 f5382c1b-9589-423c-a529-c07bd14dc17e Queerbaiting Get Tix to see FANTI Live at the London Podcasting Festival

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]]> Thu, 19 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Get Tix to see FANTI Live at the London Podcasting Festival

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]]> Queerbaiting Maximum Fun 00:57:12 Remember when the live remake of Beauty & the Beast came out and everyone was talking about it because it featured the first “exclusively gay moment” in a Disney film?  Classic queerbaiting. This week, Jarrett & Tre’vell get so engrossed in their conversation on this topic, that they barely get through any of the material they prepared. Remember when the live remake of Beauty & the Beast came out and everyone was talking about it because it featured the first “exclusively gay moment” in a Disney film?  Classic queerbaiting. This week, Jarrett & Tre’vell get so engrossed in their conversation on this topic, that they barely get through any of the material they prepared. falcon & the winter soldier, porn, black history, cardi b., lgbtq+, leslie herod, gay porn, dionne warwick, beauty and the beast, tre’vell anderson, beauty & the beast, jarrett hill, queerbaiting, lance bass, cathy ang, nicky minaj, harry styles, queer, one direction, lion king, bucky barnes, scar, reservation dogs, n’ synch, sebastian stan, nicole ari parker, queen latifah, gay, trans, sex & the city, bisexual, nick jonas, bert & ernie, sesame street, asexual, colorado general assembly, blm, greg louganis, hulu, anthony mackie true full 81 5353ad59-52f8-4a12-9b2b-046e9ab370fa Black, Queer & Visible (ft. Ryan Mitchell) DIS/Honorable Mentions 

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]]> Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Honorable mention to The King AND Queen Beyonce on the cover of this month’s Harper’s Bazaar.

Honorable mention to Jennifer Hudson and Marlan Wayans for their performances in Respect, which comes out this Friday, August 13th.

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]]> Black, Queer & Visible (ft. Ryan Mitchell) Maximum Fun 00:57:33 This week Jarrett and Tre’Vell debut the brand new segment, Ask FANTI. Our first question comes from Graysexual, a cis-man struggling with Queer Imposter Syndrome. Then,  radio personality Ryan Mitchell joins the hosts to continue a conversation that started over drinks this past weekend, about the frustrations–and joys–of being Black and queer, and somewhat visible. This week Jarrett and Tre’Vell debut the brand new segment, Ask FANTI. Our first question comes from Graysexual, a cis-man struggling with Queer Imposter Syndrome. Then,  radio personality Ryan Mitchell joins the hosts to continue a conversation that started over drinks this past weekend, about the frustrations–and joys–of being Black and queer, and somewhat visible. ryan mitchell, let’s go there with ryan and shira, verified, tre’vell anderson, raycon earbuds, grindr, jarrett hill, stalkers, fame, beyonce, better help, queer, non-binary, harper’s bazaar, gay, trans, gay dating, audacy, fat, asexual, fans, privacy true full 80 00903fd9-9e5f-437b-94e8-a777aaeb7207 What Was Said! Jarrett and Tre’Vell respond to listener questions this week, and y’all wanted to know their thoughts on RiRi and Chris Brown, depression, what stores the father of a transgendered girl should check out for clothing, colorism and what brand of high heels Tre’Vell is wearing in one of their promo pics. The listeners asked, and Jarrett and Tre’Vell answered.

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]]> Thu, 5 Aug 2021 15:00:07 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Jarrett and Tre’Vell respond to listener questions this week, and y’all wanted to know their thoughts on RiRi and Chris Brown, depression, what stores the father of a transgendered girl should check out for clothing, colorism and what brand of high heels Tre’Vell is wearing in one of their promo pics. The listeners asked, and Jarrett and Tre’Vell answered.

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]]> What Was Said! Maximum Fun 00:51:14 Jarrett and Tre’Vell respond to listener questions this week, and y’all wanted to know their thoughts on RiRi and Chris Brown, depression, what stores the father of a transgendered girl should check out for clothing, colorism and what brand of high heels Tre’Vell is wearing in one of their promo pics. The listeners asked, and Jarrett and Tre’Vell answered. Jarrett and Tre’Vell respond to listener questions this week, and y’all wanted to know their thoughts on RiRi and Chris Brown, depression, what stores the father of a transgendered girl should check out for clothing, colorism and what brand of high heels Tre’Vell is wearing in one of their promo pics. The listeners asked, and Jarrett and Tre’Vell answered. depresh mode, mental health, dipsea, in the heights, black history is happening everyday, annabelle gurwitch, tre’vell anderson, vincint, the breakfast club, tomboy x, john moe, jarrett hill, ur body, ally-ship, drag, t.d. jakes, working, transgender, pandemic, non-binary, depression, drag queens, i didn't know i was me, rihanna, da'shaun harrison, birthday cake, sylvana simons, jessica simpson, chris brown, drake, high heels, savage by fenti, colorism, demonia shoes, ru paul's drag race, misogyny, anti-depressants, gender, laura house, covid, domestic violence true full 79 fede882d-cb1f-4c5c-81ef-5e3445d7c99b No Cis-sies Allowed (ft. Da'Shaun Harrison) This week, Tre’Vell takes advantage of Cis-Jarrett’s absence to have an in-depth conversation with author Da’Shaun Harrison, whom they interviewed for their article What Does It Really Mean to Be Non-Binary? earlier in the year. FANTI listeners already know that Gender Is a Scam, so why is it that trans and non-binary people still buy into the construct? This is one of many issues Tre’Vell and Da’Shaun grapple with this week.

 

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]]> Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’Vell takes advantage of Cis-Jarrett’s absence to have an in-depth conversation with author Da’Shaun Harrison, whom they interviewed for their article What Does It Really Mean to Be Non-Binary? earlier in the year. FANTI listeners already know that Gender Is a Scam, so why is it that trans and non-binary people still buy into the construct? This is one of many issues Tre’Vell and Da’Shaun grapple with this week.

 

If you enjoy their Da’Shaun’s insight, show your support by pre-ordering their book: Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness


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Industry Baby

Jeffrey Masters on LGBTQ&A interviewing Kate Bornstein

 

BHIHED

Sylvester Dance Disco Heat

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Da’Shaun

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HM – Queer niggas living with HIV

 

Tre’Vell

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]]> No Cis-sies Allowed (ft. Da'Shaun Harrison) Maximum Fun 00:51:29 This week, Tre’Vell takes advantage of Cis-Jarrett’s absence to have an in-depth conversation with author Da’Shaun Harrison, whom they interviewed for their article What Does It Really Mean to Be Non-Binary? earlier in the year. FANTI listeners already know that Gender Is a Scam, so why is it that trans and non-binary people still buy into the construct? This is one of many issues Tre’Vell and Da’Shaun grapple with this week. This week, Tre’Vell takes advantage of Cis-Jarrett’s absence to have an in-depth conversation with author Da’Shaun Harrison, whom they interviewed for their article What Does It Really Mean to Be Non-Binary? earlier in the year. FANTI listeners already know that Gender Is a Scam, so why is it that trans and non-binary people still buy into the construct? This is one of many issues Tre’Vell and Da’Shaun grapple with this week. cis-sies, da’shaun harrison, kate bornstein, jeffrey masters, tre’vell anderson, dababy, lgbtq&a podcast, megan thee stallion, hiv, jarrett hill, non-binary, lil nas x, trans, gender binary, josé esteban muñoz, jack harlow, ed buck, gender, industry baby true full 78 0a4443d4-cbb5-4e8c-b479-d4cdfe3cb028 Colorism Part Deux (ft. Portia B) Links:

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]]> Colorism Part Deux (ft. Portia B) Maximum Fun 00:58:31 For this week’s FANTI, Jarrett and Tre’Vell are joined by actress and writer Portia B to get into what colorism looks like in the media, particularly as a darker-skinned Black woman in Hollywood. Portia describes how frustrating it is to be considered for a role, only to have it go to someone who looks like Jarrett’s cousin. Plus, does Idris Elba have a point in arguing that people should only be allowed to post on social media if they use their real names? Jarrett and Tre’Vell have some thoughts. For any listeners that want to attend a live taping of FANTI, you can! FANTI is going to appear at The London Podcast Festival on September 5th, and tickets are on sale now. Anyone anywhere can attend online. For this week’s FANTI, Jarrett and Tre’Vell are joined by actress and writer Portia B to get into what colorism looks like in the media, particularly as a darker-skinned Black woman in Hollywood. Portia describes how frustrating it is to be considered for a role, only to have it go to someone who looks like Jarrett’s cousin. Plus, does Idris Elba have a point in arguing that people should only be allowed to post on social media if they use their real names? Jarrett and Tre’Vell have some thoughts. For any listeners that want to attend a live taping of FANTI, you can! FANTI is going to appear at The London Podcast Festival on September 5th, and tickets are on sale now. Anyone anywhere can attend online. portia b, greg abott, blue check, jackie washington day, jenifer freeman, jodie turner smith, tre’vell anderson, kerri washington, jazz raycole, normani, racism, twitter, jarrett hill, how to get away with murder, my wife & kids, blackish, viola davis, idris elba, texas, lupita nyong'o, kenya barris true full 77 59df7205-48c9-42f8-8804-3bff936de4fb Hot Topics in These Streets In this week’s episode, Jarrett & Tre’Vell are departing from the regular FANTI format and instead are doing a round-up of hot topics that they don’t normally get to cover on the show. They get into Lil Nas X’s crotch, Sha’Carri Richardson puff puff passing, Caitlyn Jenner being the subject of taunts and harassment at CPAC, and her unlikely defender.

 

Hot Topics

Tomi Lahren & Caitlyn Jenner

Pyer Moss collection

Lil Nas X

The Subversive Joy of Lil Nas X’s Gay Pop Stardom

Sha’carri Richardson

Nikole Hannah Jones

Amber Ruffin talking about drowning of Black neighborhoods

Summer of Soul

Texas voter suppression

Hervis Rogers

 

Dis/Honorable Mentions

Linnethia

Zaila Avant-Garde

 

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]]> Thu, 15 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ In this week’s episode, Jarrett & Tre’Vell are departing from the regular FANTI format and instead are doing a round-up of hot topics that they don’t normally get to cover on the show. They get into Lil Nas X’s crotch, Sha’Carri Richardson puff puff passing, Caitlyn Jenner being the subject of taunts and harassment at CPAC, and her unlikely defender.

 

Hot Topics

Tomi Lahren & Caitlyn Jenner

Pyer Moss collection

Lil Nas X

The Subversive Joy of Lil Nas X’s Gay Pop Stardom

Sha’carri Richardson

Nikole Hannah Jones

Amber Ruffin talking about drowning of Black neighborhoods

Summer of Soul

Texas voter suppression

Hervis Rogers

 

Dis/Honorable Mentions

Linnethia

Zaila Avant-Garde

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

 

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Hot Topics in These Streets Maximum Fun 00:52:51 In this week’s episode, Jarrett & Tre’Vell are departing from the regular FANTI format and instead are doing a round-up of hot topics that they don’t normally get to cover on the show. They get into Lil Nas X’s crotch, Sha’Carri Richardson puff puff passing, Caitlyn Jenner being the subject of taunts and harassment at CPAC, and her unlikely defender. In this week’s episode, Jarrett & Tre’Vell are departing from the regular FANTI format and instead are doing a round-up of hot topics that they don’t normally get to cover on the show. They get into Lil Nas X’s crotch, Sha’Carri Richardson puff puff passing, Caitlyn Jenner being the subject of taunts and harassment at CPAC, and her unlikely defender. true full 76 419a5515-3065-40bb-bc95-739857b80a6a Colorism: White Supremacy's Stank Ass Grandchild (ft. Jarrett Lucas) But first…

Pass the Popcorn: WHY, Phylicia?!

We grapple with how to deal with Phylicia Rashad’s support of a serial rapist being released from prison.

DIS/Honorable Mentions

Nikole Hannah-Jones chooses Howard University after tenure controversy at UNC Chapel Hill

Tre’Vell gives a DM to Brandon Anthony and L.A. Black Pride for disrespecting Chika

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]]> Thu, 8 Jul 2021 08:11:23 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Laura Swisher) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ But first…

Pass the Popcorn: WHY, Phylicia?!

We grapple with how to deal with Phylicia Rashad’s support of a serial rapist being released from prison.

DIS/Honorable Mentions

Nikole Hannah-Jones chooses Howard University after tenure controversy at UNC Chapel Hill

Tre’Vell gives a DM to Brandon Anthony and L.A. Black Pride for disrespecting Chika

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]]> Colorism: White Supremacy's Stank Ass Grandchild (ft. Jarrett Lucas) Laura Swisher 01:00:06 Colorism has been in the news again thanks in part to the controversy over the dearth of Afro-Latino actors featured in Lin Manuel Miranda’s latest film In the Heights. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre’vell Anderson are joined by an actual resident of The Heights, returning guest Jarrett Lucas, who is the Executive Director of The Stonewall Foundation.  This is the first part of a two-part conversation on colorism. Colorism has been in the news again thanks in part to the controversy over the dearth of Afro-Latino actors featured in Lin Manuel Miranda’s latest film In the Heights. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre’vell Anderson are joined by an actual resident of The Heights, returning guest Jarrett Lucas, who is the Executive Director of The Stonewall Foundation.  This is the first part of a two-part conversation on colorism. trevell anderson, phylicia rashad, who_she_naje, white supremacy, howard university, jarrett hill, brandon anthony, jarrett lucas, greenleaf, journalism, unc chapel hill, da'shaun harrison, eric garner, mike brown, ta-nehisi coates, la black pride, anti-blackness, stonewall foundation, keith david, tik tok, chika, nikole hannah-jones true full 75 719a5ffc-935f-4f30-b212-fd9b9583e78a Chris Brown: Don't Gimme Dat This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about artist Chris Brown. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're giving the Black TikTok creators their flowers with a conversation about digital Blackfishing and stealing content. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the PBS program Say it Loud with Evelyn from the Internets and Victor Jackson. He also has an honorable mention for the HBO Max show Hacks and the concert documentary Summer of Love. He has a final honorable mention for Britney Spears (#freeBritney) and Kerry Jean Ramond who is the first Black fashion designer to show at Paris couture week. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the Black Olympic athletes doing what needs to be done including Raven "Hulk" Saunders, track star Sha’Carri Richardson and Gwen Berry.  

Check out Tre'vell on Entertainment Weekly's Untold Stories: Beyond the Binary podcast. 

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 is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 1 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about artist Chris Brown. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're giving the Black TikTok creators their flowers with a conversation about digital Blackfishing and stealing content. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the PBS program Say it Loud with Evelyn from the Internets and Victor Jackson. He also has an honorable mention for the HBO Max show Hacks and the concert documentary Summer of Love. He has a final honorable mention for Britney Spears (#freeBritney) and Kerry Jean Ramond who is the first Black fashion designer to show at Paris couture week. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the Black Olympic athletes doing what needs to be done including Raven "Hulk" Saunders, track star Sha’Carri Richardson and Gwen Berry.  

Check out Tre'vell on Entertainment Weekly's Untold Stories: Beyond the Binary podcast. 

Visit Stitchfix.com/fanti for 20% off!

HBO Max has partnered with Fanti to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride with the launch of a Shine On dedicated page to spotlight, honor and recognize HBO Max’s expansive library of LGBTQ+ stories, characters and creators. Check out all the incredible content HBO Max has curated to celebrate this month at http://hbom.ax/fanti

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]]> Chris Brown: Don't Gimme Dat Maximum Fun 00:57:50 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about artist Chris Brown. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about artist Chris Brown. trevell anderson, kerry jean ramond, hacks, r kelly, jarrett hill, victor jackson, black tiktok creators, hbo max, journalism, say it loud, gwen berry, chris brown, bill cosby, sha’carri richardson, tiktok, summer of soul, raven "hulk" saunders, evelyn from the internets, hulu true full 74 f9d2a9b7-9e59-4d71-9369-0f76c0c8c6b4 Black Trans Lives Matter (ft. Shar Jossell) Issa Bye Week! The #FantiFam is off this week but we have one of our absolute favorite episodes from the vault for you! 

 

This week, we chat with journalist and friend of the show Shar Jossell about the term All Black Lives Matter—an expression of inclusion meant to amplify the voices of Black Trans people and others who face violence in the community. It’s been met with some push-back, specifically by those who say it reminds them a little too much of the All Lives Matter movement as a silencing tactic in opposition to #BlackLivesMatter. 

 

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Segments of this episode originally aired in June of 2020. 

]]> Thu, 24 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ The #FantiFam is off this week but we have one of our absolute favorite episodes from the vault for you! 

 

This week, we chat with journalist and friend of the show Shar Jossell about the term All Black Lives Matter—an expression of inclusion meant to amplify the voices of Black Trans people and others who face violence in the community. It’s been met with some push-back, specifically by those who say it reminds them a little too much of the All Lives Matter movement as a silencing tactic in opposition to #BlackLivesMatter. 

 

Visit dipseastories.com/fanti for an extended 30-day free trial. 

Visit betterhelp.com/fanti and receive 10% off your first month. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

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Segments of this episode originally aired in June of 2020. 

]]> Black Trans Lives Matter (ft. Shar Jossell) Issa Bye Week! Maximum Fun 00:48:01 The #FantiFam is off this week but we have one of our absolute favorite episodes from the vault for you! The #FantiFam is off this week but we have one of our absolute favorite episodes from the vault for you! black lives matter, trans lives matter, jarrett hill, shar jossell, tre'vell anderson true full 73 dc095adf-a080-4ed8-973e-e0e4c2a636a2 Boycotts & Cancel Culture This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about cancel culture and the difference between a boycott and a protest. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We share our thoughts on the issue of colorism in the new Lin Manuel Miranda movie musical In the Heights. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the organizers of this year's Brooklyn Liberation March. Click here for more information about all of the wonderful work they are doing. 

Jarrett has an honorable mention for popular TikTok and Instagrammer @soogia1 who you can follow here. Plus, Mx Suni who you can follow on IG here and check out Stylelikeu's IG Live with them here. 

Check out Tre'vell on Entertainment Weekly's Untold Stories: Beyond the Binary podcast through Pride month. New episodes drop every Wednesday! You can also check out Entertainment Weekly's videos here. 

Check out Jarrett on MSNBC's The Cross Connection here. 

Jarrett will be hosting the Stonewall Foundation's Vision Awards. Click here for more information about this organization. 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 17 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about cancel culture and the difference between a boycott and a protest. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We share our thoughts on the issue of colorism in the new Lin Manuel Miranda movie musical In the Heights. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the organizers of this year's Brooklyn Liberation March. Click here for more information about all of the wonderful work they are doing. 

Jarrett has an honorable mention for popular TikTok and Instagrammer @soogia1 who you can follow here. Plus, Mx Suni who you can follow on IG here and check out Stylelikeu's IG Live with them here. 

Check out Tre'vell on Entertainment Weekly's Untold Stories: Beyond the Binary podcast through Pride month. New episodes drop every Wednesday! You can also check out Entertainment Weekly's videos here. 

Check out Jarrett on MSNBC's The Cross Connection here. 

Jarrett will be hosting the Stonewall Foundation's Vision Awards. Click here for more information about this organization. 

Visit Buyraycom.com/fanti for 15% off.

Visit HelloFresh.com/fanti and use code fanti12 to get 12 free meals plus free shipping.

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Boycotts & Cancel Culture Maximum Fun 00:57:07 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about cancel culture and the difference between a boycott and a protest. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about cancel culture and the difference between a boycott and a protest. in the heights, trevell anderson, boycott, onlyfans, jarrett hill, hbo max, journalism, protest, the war report, msnbc, cancel culture true full 72 ec58f053-ed05-47d4-ba5a-88906c31fcd0 Might start an OnlyFans ( ft. Shalewa Sharpe and Gastor Almonte) This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about OnlyFans with the hosts of The War Report Shalewa Sharpe and Gastor Almonte!

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're chatting about chicken. Again. . 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has another honorable mention for Pose and the cultural reset that was the series!

He also has an honorable mention for Black Apple nerds and a dishonorable mention for former The Bachelor host Chris Harrison. Bye!

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Cynthia Erivo and her new single The Good. Check it out here.  They also have a mention for A Madea Homecoming and that's that on that. Yep.

Dionne Warwick Update

https://www.wmagazine.com/culture/solange-knowles-saint-heron-film-dionne-warwick

Check out Tre'vell on Entertainment Weekly's Untold Stories: Beyond the Binary podcast through Pride month. New episodes drop every Wednesday!

Visit Stitchfix.com/fanti and get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix!

HBO Max has partnered with Fanti to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride with the launch of a Shine On dedicated page to spotlight, honor and recognize HBO Max’s expansive library of LGBTQ+ stories, characters and creators. Check out all the incredible content HBO Max has curated to celebrate this month at http://hbom.ax/fanti

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 10 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about OnlyFans with the hosts of The War Report Shalewa Sharpe and Gastor Almonte!

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're chatting about chicken. Again. . 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has another honorable mention for Pose and the cultural reset that was the series!

He also has an honorable mention for Black Apple nerds and a dishonorable mention for former The Bachelor host Chris Harrison. Bye!

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Cynthia Erivo and her new single The Good. Check it out here.  They also have a mention for A Madea Homecoming and that's that on that. Yep.

Dionne Warwick Update

https://www.wmagazine.com/culture/solange-knowles-saint-heron-film-dionne-warwick

Check out Tre'vell on Entertainment Weekly's Untold Stories: Beyond the Binary podcast through Pride month. New episodes drop every Wednesday!

Visit Stitchfix.com/fanti and get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix!

HBO Max has partnered with Fanti to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride with the launch of a Shine On dedicated page to spotlight, honor and recognize HBO Max’s expansive library of LGBTQ+ stories, characters and creators. Check out all the incredible content HBO Max has curated to celebrate this month at http://hbom.ax/fanti

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Might start an OnlyFans ( ft. Shalewa Sharpe and Gastor Almonte) Maximum Fun 01:23:46 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about OnlyFans with the hosts of The War Report Shalewa Sharpe and Gastor Almonte! This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about OnlyFans with the hosts of The War Report Shalewa Sharpe and Gastor Almonte! trevell anderson, gastor almonte, pride month, onlyfans, jarrett hill, hbo max, pose, journalism, the war report, shalewa sharpe, burger king true full 71 58e77ccd-0e56-4c96-885d-56a4d5389756 Pride was a Protest This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are celebrating Pride Month by giving it the ol' FANTI treatment. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're chatting about the final season of Pose and what we loved most about the series. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has another honorable mention for the upcoming musical In the Heights and a dishonorable mention for himself. Oop! 

He also has a dishonorable mention for Simone Biles haters and an honorable mention for the star as well as tennis star Naomi Osaka. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Changing the Game which you can watch on Hulu as well as High on the Hog which is streaming on Netflix. 

Read Tre'vell's article from Level Mag here. 

Check out Tre'vell on Entertainment Weekly's Untold Stories: Beyond the Binary podcast through Pride month. New episodes drop every Wednesday!

Thank you to our sponsors!

Visit Dipseastories.com/fanti for an extended 30 day free trial!

HBO Max has partnered with Fanti to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride with the launch of a Shine On dedicated page to spotlight, honor and recognize HBO Max’s expansive library of LGBTQ+ stories, characters and creators. Check out all the incredible content HBO Max has curated to celebrate this month at http://hbom.ax/fanti

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

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Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 3 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are celebrating Pride Month by giving it the ol' FANTI treatment. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're chatting about the final season of Pose and what we loved most about the series. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has another honorable mention for the upcoming musical In the Heights and a dishonorable mention for himself. Oop! 

He also has a dishonorable mention for Simone Biles haters and an honorable mention for the star as well as tennis star Naomi Osaka. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Changing the Game which you can watch on Hulu as well as High on the Hog which is streaming on Netflix. 

Read Tre'vell's article from Level Mag here. 

Check out Tre'vell on Entertainment Weekly's Untold Stories: Beyond the Binary podcast through Pride month. New episodes drop every Wednesday!

Thank you to our sponsors!

Visit Dipseastories.com/fanti for an extended 30 day free trial!

HBO Max has partnered with Fanti to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride with the launch of a Shine On dedicated page to spotlight, honor and recognize HBO Max’s expansive library of LGBTQ+ stories, characters and creators. Check out all the incredible content HBO Max has curated to celebrate this month at http://hbom.ax/fanti

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]]> Pride was a Protest Maximum Fun 01:03:54 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are celebrating Pride Month by giving it the ol' FANTI treatment. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are celebrating Pride Month by giving it the ol' FANTI treatment. dipsea, trevell anderson, pride month, jarrett hill, hbo max, pose, journalism, simone biles, naomi osaka, listener feedback true full 70 b82e4701-2fc1-4250-aef2-cb1d488ba261 Who You Callin’ a Bitch? (ft. Amber J Phillips) This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by storyteller and filmmaker Amber J Phillips for a conversation about the origins of and our relationships to the word "bitch."

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're chatting about the termination of Associated Press journalist Emily Wilder.

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has another honorable mention for his niece Yaya and her "Ms. Jackrabbit" win! We see you, Yaya!!! He also has an honorable mention for actor Billy Porter who recently gave an exclusive interview with The Hollywood Reporter. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Akwaeke Emezi and her memoir Dear Senthuran.

Pin Sale!

This is the LAST year for a while that we’ll be doing pins for MaxFunDrive. AND the fifth year that we’ll be selling pins and donating all proceeds to charity!

The proceeds from this year’s pin sale will go towards EveryoneOn to help low-income folks gain access to affordable computers, internet services, and digital literacy programs.

The sale will run until May 28!

Folks at the $10 monthly level and above will have access to all of the pins from the Drive, and a special 2021 MaxFunDrive pin that ALL members can purchase.

Go to maximumfun.org/pinsale for more info.

 

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]]> Thu, 27 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by storyteller and filmmaker Amber J Phillips for a conversation about the origins of and our relationships to the word "bitch."

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're chatting about the termination of Associated Press journalist Emily Wilder.

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has another honorable mention for his niece Yaya and her "Ms. Jackrabbit" win! We see you, Yaya!!! He also has an honorable mention for actor Billy Porter who recently gave an exclusive interview with The Hollywood Reporter. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Akwaeke Emezi and her memoir Dear Senthuran.

Pin Sale!

This is the LAST year for a while that we’ll be doing pins for MaxFunDrive. AND the fifth year that we’ll be selling pins and donating all proceeds to charity!

The proceeds from this year’s pin sale will go towards EveryoneOn to help low-income folks gain access to affordable computers, internet services, and digital literacy programs.

The sale will run until May 28!

Folks at the $10 monthly level and above will have access to all of the pins from the Drive, and a special 2021 MaxFunDrive pin that ALL members can purchase.

Go to maximumfun.org/pinsale for more info.

 

Visit Raycon with code FANTI for 15% off your order! 

This episode was sponsored by BetterHelp. FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at 

betterhelp.com/fanti.

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Who You Callin’ a Bitch? (ft. Amber J Phillips) Maximum Fun 01:08:26 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by storyteller and filmmaker Amber J Phillips for a conversation about the origins of and our relationships to the word "bitch." This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by storyteller and filmmaker Amber J Phillips for a conversation about the origins of and our relationships to the word "bitch." trevell anderson, bitch, raycon, amber j phillips, jarrett hill, associated press, amber abundance, betterhelp, b*tch, journalism, emily wilder, listener feedback true full 69 2a3a4618-addd-4674-beab-50da7916d20c What Was Also Said?! (Listener Feedback) This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson dig into a few of your letters, emails and DMs for another Listener Feedback episode!

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for CeCe Winans and her new album but maybe not for that time she was singing for the Tromps. 

Tre'vell has a mention for Ellen's show ending. Shout out to the wonderful staff over there! 

Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the US government and its role both currently and historically in the incredibly disturbing events happening in Israel. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for NYC PRIDE Parade and their banning of the NYPD. They also have an honorable mention for the Proud Family reboot and "the jury is still out" on a few of the casting choices. 

Lastly, we have an honorable mention for Jarrett's niece Yaya who is graduating!!!

A special thanks to all of our new and upgrading memberships as well as those who boosted their membership or gifted a membership. We could not do the show without the support of our members!

Pin Sale!

This is the LAST year for a while that we’ll be doing pins for MaxFunDrive. AND the fifth year that we’ll be selling pins and donating all proceeds to charity!

The proceeds from this year’s pin sale will go towards EveryoneOn to help low-income folks gain access to affordable computers, internet services, and digital literacy programs.

The sale will run until May 28!

Folks at the $10 monthly level and above will have access to all of the pins from the Drive, and a special 2021 MaxFunDrive pin that ALL members can purchase.

Go to maximumfun.org/pinsale for more info.

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]]> Thu, 20 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson dig into a few of your letters, emails and DMs for another Listener Feedback episode!

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for CeCe Winans and her new album but maybe not for that time she was singing for the Tromps. 

Tre'vell has a mention for Ellen's show ending. Shout out to the wonderful staff over there! 

Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the US government and its role both currently and historically in the incredibly disturbing events happening in Israel. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for NYC PRIDE Parade and their banning of the NYPD. They also have an honorable mention for the Proud Family reboot and "the jury is still out" on a few of the casting choices. 

Lastly, we have an honorable mention for Jarrett's niece Yaya who is graduating!!!

A special thanks to all of our new and upgrading memberships as well as those who boosted their membership or gifted a membership. We could not do the show without the support of our members!

Pin Sale!

This is the LAST year for a while that we’ll be doing pins for MaxFunDrive. AND the fifth year that we’ll be selling pins and donating all proceeds to charity!

The proceeds from this year’s pin sale will go towards EveryoneOn to help low-income folks gain access to affordable computers, internet services, and digital literacy programs.

The sale will run until May 28!

Folks at the $10 monthly level and above will have access to all of the pins from the Drive, and a special 2021 MaxFunDrive pin that ALL members can purchase.

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]]> What Was Also Said?! (Listener Feedback) Maximum Fun 01:05:07 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson dig into a few of your letters, emails and DMs for another Listener Feedback episode! This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson dig into a few of your letters, emails and DMs for another Listener Feedback episode! trevell anderson, cece winans, jarrett hill, the proud family, journalism, listener feedback true full 68 427db65b-6cd4-4b17-89e5-fda305c299f6 Our Ancestors' Wildest Dreams (ft. Barry Jenkins) This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Amazon limited series The Underground Railroad with director Barry Jenkins! 

But first…

It’s MaxFunDrive! This is the time of year we devote to inviting you to become a member of the Maximum Fun network, or to boost or upgrade your membership, and support this show with your monthly contribution. It’s how we maintain our independence and keep the show going for you to enjoy! And it’s also a great time to join and get perks. To learn more visit maximumfun.org/join. 

Pass the Popcorn (Pass the Apple Edition)

 Tre'vell and Jarrett Take a moment to recognize a few of their favorite teachers and a few they maybe had some "anti" feelings about. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Gabby Sidibe who makes her feature film directorial debut with the film Pale Horse. You can learn more about the project here. 

Jarrett has another honorable mention for Nina Parker and her new clothing line. Get more info here. 

Tre'vell Anderson has an honorable mention for Laverne Cox who will step in as the new host for E!'s Red Carpet. 

A very special thanks to Mr. Barry Jenkins for joining us this week. The Underground Railroad premieres May 14th on Amazon Prime. 

A special thanks to all of our new and upgrading memberships as well as those who boosted their membership or gifted a membership. We could not do the show without the support of our members!

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]]> Thu, 13 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Amazon limited series The Underground Railroad with director Barry Jenkins! 

But first…

It’s MaxFunDrive! This is the time of year we devote to inviting you to become a member of the Maximum Fun network, or to boost or upgrade your membership, and support this show with your monthly contribution. It’s how we maintain our independence and keep the show going for you to enjoy! And it’s also a great time to join and get perks. To learn more visit maximumfun.org/join. 

Pass the Popcorn (Pass the Apple Edition)

 Tre'vell and Jarrett Take a moment to recognize a few of their favorite teachers and a few they maybe had some "anti" feelings about. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Gabby Sidibe who makes her feature film directorial debut with the film Pale Horse. You can learn more about the project here. 

Jarrett has another honorable mention for Nina Parker and her new clothing line. Get more info here. 

Tre'vell Anderson has an honorable mention for Laverne Cox who will step in as the new host for E!'s Red Carpet. 

A very special thanks to Mr. Barry Jenkins for joining us this week. The Underground Railroad premieres May 14th on Amazon Prime. 

A special thanks to all of our new and upgrading memberships as well as those who boosted their membership or gifted a membership. We could not do the show without the support of our members!

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]]> Our Ancestors' Wildest Dreams (ft. Barry Jenkins) Maximum Fun 01:17:54 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Amazon limited series The Underground Railroad with director Barry Jenkins! This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Amazon limited series The Underground Railroad with director Barry Jenkins! trevell anderson, jarrett hill, barry jenkins, journalism, the underground railroad, amazon prime true full 67 a5bd9ef3-550e-45e1-9a25-59cd286f52f7 She Bring it to You Every Ball (ft. Mikelle Street) This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the history of the ballroom scene with digital director at Out Magazine and the host of the companion podcast for HBO Max’s Legendary, called The Let Out—Mikelle Street.

But first…

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Reading is Fundamental

Tre'vell and Jarrett share their top book picks and a few more challenging reads in an all-new segment! 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for harpist Madison Calley. You can check out her work here. You can also check out Ahya Sione here. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for new LA. Times executive editor Kevin Merida. Keep updated here. 

Jarrett has another honorable mention for MSNBC journalist Stephanie Ruhle. 

Congratulations to Tre'vell Anderson and Texas Isiah for their Entertainment Weekly issue with Lena Waithe on the cover. You can read the full story here.

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]]> Thu, 6 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the history of the ballroom scene with digital director at Out Magazine and the host of the companion podcast for HBO Max’s Legendary, called The Let Out—Mikelle Street.

But first…

It’s MaxFunDrive! This is the time of year we devote to inviting you to become a member of the Maximum Fun network, or to boost or upgrade your membership, and support this show with your monthly contribution. It’s how we maintain our independence and keep the show going for you to enjoy! And it’s also a great time to join and get perks. To learn more visit maximumfun.org/join. 

Reading is Fundamental

Tre'vell and Jarrett share their top book picks and a few more challenging reads in an all-new segment! 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for harpist Madison Calley. You can check out her work here. You can also check out Ahya Sione here. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for new LA. Times executive editor Kevin Merida. Keep updated here. 

Jarrett has another honorable mention for MSNBC journalist Stephanie Ruhle. 

Congratulations to Tre'vell Anderson and Texas Isiah for their Entertainment Weekly issue with Lena Waithe on the cover. You can read the full story here.

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]]> She Bring it to You Every Ball (ft. Mikelle Street) Maximum Fun 01:02:18 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the history of the ballroom scene with digital director at Out Magazine and the host of the companion podcast for HBO Max’s Legendary, called The Let Out—Mikelle Street. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the history of the ballroom scene with digital director at Out Magazine and the host of the companion podcast for HBO Max’s Legendary, called The Let Out—Mikelle Street. paris is burning, trevell anderson, rupaul's drag race, jarrett hill, hbo, journalism, the let out, ballroom culture, legendary, gender, mikelle street true full 66 9a33c980-b49f-4804-a34b-cea209fc8b63 Gender is a Scam This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their relationships to gender (in the broad, sociological sense) and to gender (in the specific, embodied sense), and why the concept of gender as we know it paints an incomplete picture. 

But first…

Say My Name, Say My Naaaaaaaaaaame!

This adorable segment on the new Nick Jr. digital series Little Firsts got us thinking about the origin of our own names. 

 Tre'vell and Jarrett talked to their parents about how they came to be named Jarrett and Tre'vell!

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the return of Black Lady Sketch Show. Season 2 just premiered. You can catch up here. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for "The Ebony Enchantress" and Season 13 RuPaul's Drag Race winner Symone.  

Jarrett has another honorable mention for journalist Craig Richardson and his recent The Reckoning Mag article which we'll link here while Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for Caitlin Jenner as well as the folks who don't know how to critique her politics without the transphobia jumping out. 

Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the police which is maybe an evergreen mention. 

Finally, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Kendall Martinez-Wright who is the first Trans woman to run for the Missouri House of Representatives for 2022. And she's Black!

Check out Tre'vell on Nerdette.

The Max Fun Drive starts next week May 3-14th!

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]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their relationships to gender (in the broad, sociological sense) and to gender (in the specific, embodied sense), and why the concept of gender as we know it paints an incomplete picture. 

But first…

Say My Name, Say My Naaaaaaaaaaame!

This adorable segment on the new Nick Jr. digital series Little Firsts got us thinking about the origin of our own names. 

 Tre'vell and Jarrett talked to their parents about how they came to be named Jarrett and Tre'vell!

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the return of Black Lady Sketch Show. Season 2 just premiered. You can catch up here. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for "The Ebony Enchantress" and Season 13 RuPaul's Drag Race winner Symone.  

Jarrett has another honorable mention for journalist Craig Richardson and his recent The Reckoning Mag article which we'll link here while Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for Caitlin Jenner as well as the folks who don't know how to critique her politics without the transphobia jumping out. 

Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the police which is maybe an evergreen mention. 

Finally, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Kendall Martinez-Wright who is the first Trans woman to run for the Missouri House of Representatives for 2022. And she's Black!

Check out Tre'vell on Nerdette.

The Max Fun Drive starts next week May 3-14th!

This week's episode is brought to you by Lumi Labs Microdose Drops. If you’re interested in learning more about Microdosing THC go to MicrodoseDrops.com/topuses and use code FANTI to get free shipping & 30% off your first order. 

The episode is also sponsored by BetterHelp. FANTI listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/fanti.

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]]> Gender is a Scam Maximum Fun 01:27:40 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their relationships to gender (in the broad, sociological sense) and to gender (in the specific, embodied sense), and why the concept of gender as we know it paints an incomplete picture. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their relationships to gender (in the broad, sociological sense) and to gender (in the specific, embodied sense), and why the concept of gender as we know it paints an incomplete picture. caitin jenner, trevell anderson, nick jr, sylvester, kendall martinez-wright, jarrett hill, betterhelp, little firsts, non-binary, journalism, non binary, black lady sketch show, gender, lumi labs microdose drops true full 65 fa030a87-7588-474f-bf76-fbdc99890b92 Stay Strapped This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the rise in gun ownership in the Black community. 

Since March 15th there have been 45 events classified as ‘mass shootings. This year alone – as of the time we’re producing this episode – there have been 147 mass shootings. 

With a rise in gun circulation, a 36% increase in background checks for firearms and an uptick in gun sales during the election year we're asking the question: should Black Americans join in on America's seeming obsession with guns? 

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss the Derek Chauvin trial and how we can possibly find a way forward as a nation. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the HBO Max program Persona as well as the IG handle @everyniggadeserves. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for  Lynn Fucking Whitfield who just wrapped her show Greenleaf and is set to star in the spinoff. A dishonorable mention goes out for Al Sharpton's tone-deaf social media post and we have one last honorable mention for e! Host Nina Parker and her new clothing line for plus-sized women. 

Catch Tre'vell and Jarrett on We Stan Together.

Catch Tre'vell's Bullseye guest host spot with guest Nicole Byer here. 

Catch Jarrett and Richard Lui here. 

This week's episode is brought to you by Babble. Visit Babble.com with promo code FANTI to receive 3-months free when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription. 

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]]> Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the rise in gun ownership in the Black community. 

Since March 15th there have been 45 events classified as ‘mass shootings. This year alone – as of the time we’re producing this episode – there have been 147 mass shootings. 

With a rise in gun circulation, a 36% increase in background checks for firearms and an uptick in gun sales during the election year we're asking the question: should Black Americans join in on America's seeming obsession with guns? 

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss the Derek Chauvin trial and how we can possibly find a way forward as a nation. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the HBO Max program Persona as well as the IG handle @everyniggadeserves. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for  Lynn Fucking Whitfield who just wrapped her show Greenleaf and is set to star in the spinoff. A dishonorable mention goes out for Al Sharpton's tone-deaf social media post and we have one last honorable mention for e! Host Nina Parker and her new clothing line for plus-sized women. 

Catch Tre'vell and Jarrett on We Stan Together.

Catch Tre'vell's Bullseye guest host spot with guest Nicole Byer here. 

Catch Jarrett and Richard Lui here. 

This week's episode is brought to you by Babble. Visit Babble.com with promo code FANTI to receive 3-months free when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription. 

The episode is also brought to you by Dipsea. For listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to Dipseastories.com/FANTI.

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]]> Stay Strapped Maximum Fun 01:05:51 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the rise in gun ownership in the Black community. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the rise in gun ownership in the Black community. trevell anderson, black lives matter, police brutality, jarrett hill, journalism, derek chauvin trial, policy shootings, george floyd, gun violence, derek chauvin, gun ownership true full 64 ed70b73e-56a9-4cf8-b13c-cf0f3fc73305 Servin' Is a Habit This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about service to the community thru advocacy and the various ways that it presents itself.

But first…

A Tough Question

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss how they practice self care while being inundated with social media posts about police shootings and state-sanctioned violence against people of color. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the Apple Watch while the rest of the show would like an Apple Watch.He also has an honorable mention for all the good people over at Walk Good LA. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Danielle Brooks who is starring in Mahalia over on Lifetime. They also have an honorable mention for actor Youn Yuh-jung who just won a BAFTA for their performance in Minari. 

Catch Tre'vell on Pop Culture Happy Hour.

This week's episode is brought to you by Lumi Labs Microdose Dropsl. Visit  MicrodoseDrops.com/topuses and enter code FANTI to receive 30% off your first order. (21+ only)

FANTI is also brought to you by Babble. Visit Babble.com with promo code FANTI to receive 3-months free when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription. 

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]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about service to the community thru advocacy and the various ways that it presents itself.

But first…

A Tough Question

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss how they practice self care while being inundated with social media posts about police shootings and state-sanctioned violence against people of color. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the Apple Watch while the rest of the show would like an Apple Watch.He also has an honorable mention for all the good people over at Walk Good LA. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Danielle Brooks who is starring in Mahalia over on Lifetime. They also have an honorable mention for actor Youn Yuh-jung who just won a BAFTA for their performance in Minari. 

Catch Tre'vell on Pop Culture Happy Hour.

This week's episode is brought to you by Lumi Labs Microdose Dropsl. Visit  MicrodoseDrops.com/topuses and enter code FANTI to receive 30% off your first order. (21+ only)

FANTI is also brought to you by Babble. Visit Babble.com with promo code FANTI to receive 3-months free when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription. 

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]]> Servin' Is a Habit Maximum Fun 01:06:00 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about service to the community thru advocacy and the various ways that it presents itself. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about service to the community thru advocacy and the various ways that it presents itself. trevell anderson, black lives matter, youn yuh-jung, jarrett hill, advocacy, danielle brooks, journalism, policy shootings, daunte wright true full 63 a514df5a-e248-488a-910d-2d8262043bb2 We Can’t Call This “N*gga." This episode contains strong language, as the title of the episode suggests. Listener discretion is advised.

This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the "n" word. No, not Chloé Zhao's 2020 indie hit Nomadland. We're talking about the word n*gger. And n*gga. And Tre'vell's personal favorite: nig nogs. 

The word has been in the news rather recently with a number of newsrooms having to address its use by members of its staff. It seems the word is always up for debate in white spaces, among non-Black POC and even Black folks about who can and can't and who should or shouldn't use the word. 

Jarrett and Tre'vell examine the debate of it all and share their own experiences with its use. 

But first…

T(ea) Time

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss media burn-out and the cost of remaining plugged in online. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the new Youtube Original series Super Sema as well as an honorable mention for LA artists D Smoke and Sir. He also has a dishonorable mention for the raggedy duo of capitalism and white supremacy which work together to make everything worse. 

Click here to read Jarrett Hill's original article. 

Click here to receive 15% off Raycon wireless earbuds with code FANTI15. 

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]]> Thu, 8 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This episode contains strong language, as the title of the episode suggests. Listener discretion is advised.

This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the "n" word. No, not Chloé Zhao's 2020 indie hit Nomadland. We're talking about the word n*gger. And n*gga. And Tre'vell's personal favorite: nig nogs. 

The word has been in the news rather recently with a number of newsrooms having to address its use by members of its staff. It seems the word is always up for debate in white spaces, among non-Black POC and even Black folks about who can and can't and who should or shouldn't use the word. 

Jarrett and Tre'vell examine the debate of it all and share their own experiences with its use. 

But first…

T(ea) Time

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss media burn-out and the cost of remaining plugged in online. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the new Youtube Original series Super Sema as well as an honorable mention for LA artists D Smoke and Sir. He also has a dishonorable mention for the raggedy duo of capitalism and white supremacy which work together to make everything worse. 

Click here to read Jarrett Hill's original article. 

Click here to receive 15% off Raycon wireless earbuds with code FANTI15. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> We Can’t Call This “N*gga." Maximum Fun 00:59:34 This episode contains strong language, as the title of the episode suggests. Listener discretion is advised. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the "n" word. No, not Chloé Zhao's 2020 indie hit Nomadland. This episode contains strong language, as the title of the episode suggests. Listener discretion is advised. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about the "n" word. No, not Chloé Zhao's 2020 indie hit Nomadland. trevell anderson, donald mcneil, the n word, glenn sexton, jarrett hill, supa sema, tina turner, mike pesca, journalism, delroy lindo, the new york times, censored words, d smoke true full 62 2b957609-f911-461e-b14c-2ad70e27004e This is My Sorry for 2004 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about public apologies. Who did it right? Who dropped the ball? And who maybe deserves a second chance to make things right? Are public apologies necessary or should the parties involved settle things outside of the phone memo app.

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss Lil Nas X and his new video Montero (Call Me By Your Name.) 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the cable news networks who continue to broadcast the video of George Floyd's death. He also has a dishonorable mention for Georgia lawmakers and their recently passed voter suppression laws. He also has an honorable mention for Procter & Gamble's Widen the Screen campaign. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for 100 Boyfriends by Brontez Purnell. You can pick it up here. 

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Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 1 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about public apologies. Who did it right? Who dropped the ball? And who maybe deserves a second chance to make things right? Are public apologies necessary or should the parties involved settle things outside of the phone memo app.

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss Lil Nas X and his new video Montero (Call Me By Your Name.) 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the cable news networks who continue to broadcast the video of George Floyd's death. He also has a dishonorable mention for Georgia lawmakers and their recently passed voter suppression laws. He also has an honorable mention for Procter & Gamble's Widen the Screen campaign. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for 100 Boyfriends by Brontez Purnell. You can pick it up here. 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> This is My Sorry for 2004 Maximum Fun 01:05:44 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about public apologies. Who did it right? Who dropped the ball? And who maybe deserves a second chance to make things right? Are public apologies necessary or should the parties involved settle things outside of the phone memo app. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about public apologies. Who did it right? Who dropped the ball? And who maybe deserves a second chance to make things right? Are public apologies necessary or should the parties involved settle things outside of the phone memo app. teen vogue, trevell anderson, jarrett hill, alexi mccammond, kevin hart, fantasia, journalism, sharon osborne, american idol true full 61 76935bbc-c0e6-4b0a-8a69-1f9b0ab08ebd Oscar Schmoscar (ft. Brooke Obie) We wrap up our two-part series on awards season with a discussion about the Oscars! This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by writer - producer - author and film critic Brooke Obie who makes the case for Black folks to divest from a need for majority acknowledgment and entrance into institutions that ignore us. We'll examine the variety of ways television and film academies and awards shows ignore and gaslight Black, Brown and Asian creators.  All that and more!

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss the Teen Vogue situation and Alexi McCammond's problematic and hurtful old tweets. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for all of us working, playing, loving and living while battling mental health issues. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Ashley C. Ford and her new book Somebody's Daughter. You can pre-order it here. 

Tre'vell also has a dishonorable mention for Derrick Jaxn who we won't link to for doing the most while doing the absolute least. 

Episode Notes

Follow Brooke Obie here. 

Pick up a copy of Brooke's novel Book of Addis here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Thu, 25 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ We wrap up our two-part series on awards season with a discussion about the Oscars! This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by writer - producer - author and film critic Brooke Obie who makes the case for Black folks to divest from a need for majority acknowledgment and entrance into institutions that ignore us. We'll examine the variety of ways television and film academies and awards shows ignore and gaslight Black, Brown and Asian creators.  All that and more!

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss the Teen Vogue situation and Alexi McCammond's problematic and hurtful old tweets. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for all of us working, playing, loving and living while battling mental health issues. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Ashley C. Ford and her new book Somebody's Daughter. You can pre-order it here. 

Tre'vell also has a dishonorable mention for Derrick Jaxn who we won't link to for doing the most while doing the absolute least. 

Episode Notes

Follow Brooke Obie here. 

Pick up a copy of Brooke's novel Book of Addis here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Oscar Schmoscar (ft. Brooke Obie) Maximum Fun 01:08:24 We wrap up our two-part series on awards season with a discussion about the Oscars! This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by writer - producer - author and film critic Brooke Obie! We wrap up our two-part series on awards season with a discussion about the Oscars! This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by writer - producer - author and film critic Brooke Obie! the emmys, teen vogue, trevell anderson, diversity, jarrett hill, alexi mccammond, the oscars, halle berry, shadow and act, journalism, awards shows, the academy awards, derrick jaxn, the golden globes, brooke obie, hattie mcdaniel true full 60 689b07d7-c4bd-483a-9b71-dc4552e6c39a Grammy Schwammy (ft. Danyel Smith) In part one of a two-part series, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson take on awards shows. This week, we're joined by the legendary Danyel Smith who hosts the Spotify original Black Girl Songbook! We're sharing some of our favorite Grammy moments, what frustrates us about the selection process and what we see for the future of music. All that and more!

But first…

A Tough Question

Tre'vell has some questions about what constitutes as line-cutting as it pertains to the vaccine. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for comedian, actor and likely future FANTI topic Tiffany Haddish who just won a Grammy.  

Jarrett has a "Who told y'all to do that?" for rapper Lil Baby whose Grammy performance depicting a Black man being gunned down by the police was certainly a choice. He also has an honorable mention to Cardi B for shouting out lesser known artists this week and getting both Ben Shapiro and Can't Dance Owens tight over her hit song about the importance of keeping a well-oiled machine.

 Keeping it Grammy-related, he has an honorable mention for an up and coming artist...maybe you've heard of her? She goes by the name of Blue Ivy Carter and she just won a Grammy! She's related to another artist who goes by the name of Beyonce and we're all on her internet right now so let's bow down while the getting is good. Kthxbye!

Episode Notes

Check out the Spotify Original  “Black Girl Songbook,” here. 

Follow the legendary Danyel Smith on the socials here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 18 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ In part one of a two-part series, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson take on awards shows. This week, we're joined by the legendary Danyel Smith who hosts the Spotify original Black Girl Songbook! We're sharing some of our favorite Grammy moments, what frustrates us about the selection process and what we see for the future of music. All that and more!

But first…

A Tough Question

Tre'vell has some questions about what constitutes as line-cutting as it pertains to the vaccine. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for comedian, actor and likely future FANTI topic Tiffany Haddish who just won a Grammy.  

Jarrett has a "Who told y'all to do that?" for rapper Lil Baby whose Grammy performance depicting a Black man being gunned down by the police was certainly a choice. He also has an honorable mention to Cardi B for shouting out lesser known artists this week and getting both Ben Shapiro and Can't Dance Owens tight over her hit song about the importance of keeping a well-oiled machine.

 Keeping it Grammy-related, he has an honorable mention for an up and coming artist...maybe you've heard of her? She goes by the name of Blue Ivy Carter and she just won a Grammy! She's related to another artist who goes by the name of Beyonce and we're all on her internet right now so let's bow down while the getting is good. Kthxbye!

Episode Notes

Check out the Spotify Original  “Black Girl Songbook,” here. 

Follow the legendary Danyel Smith on the socials here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Grammy Schwammy (ft. Danyel Smith) Maximum Fun 01:06:02 In part one of a two-part series, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson take on awards shows. This week, we're joined by the legendary Danyel Smith who hosts the Spotify original Black Girl Songbook! We're sharing some of our favorite Grammy moments, what frustrates us about the selection process and what we see for the future of music. All that and more! In part one of a two-part series, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson take on awards shows. This week, we're joined by the legendary Danyel Smith who hosts the Spotify original Black Girl Songbook! We're sharing some of our favorite Grammy moments, what frustrates us about the selection process and what we see for the future of music. All that and more! taylor swift, trevell anderson, awards season, covid vaccine, kanye west, jarrett hill, little richard, cardi b, danyel smith, beyonce, journalism, blue ivy carter, music awards, tiffany haddish, kendrick lamar, the grammys, covid-19 true full 59 3e6413af-c5f0-4f30-87c5-cb362c3000c5 Meghan Markle Goes 2 Zamunda This week, the royal court is in session as hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Eddie Murphy sequel Coming 2 America and answer the question: who asked for this?  

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

We're taking this royal thing to the next level with a chat about the interview heard round the world. That's right! We're talking about Oprah's sit down with the Duke & Duchess of some shit: Meghan Thee Markle and her husband Harry. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett kicks things off with an honorable mention for the one and only B.Scott and their recent partnership with BET as well as BIPOC New Yorkers clapping back at the gentrifiers and bridge and tunnel crowd. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the one and only TS Madison whose new show is hilarious! Check that out here. 

Dishonorably and with all due disrespect, Jarrett and Tre'vell are calling out professional asshole Piers Morgan who walked off the set of his own show and ultimately got fired on his day off. Stiff upper lip, chap. 

Black History is Happening...Everyday!

Episode Notes

Read Tre'vell's piece for Xtra Magazine here. 

Make sure you pick up your limited-edition FANTI merch here. The sale ends March 12th, midnight Pacific Time

Catch Tre'vell on Pop Culture Happy Hour this week!

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Thu, 11 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, the royal court is in session as hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Eddie Murphy sequel Coming 2 America and answer the question: who asked for this?  

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

We're taking this royal thing to the next level with a chat about the interview heard round the world. That's right! We're talking about Oprah's sit down with the Duke & Duchess of some shit: Meghan Thee Markle and her husband Harry. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett kicks things off with an honorable mention for the one and only B.Scott and their recent partnership with BET as well as BIPOC New Yorkers clapping back at the gentrifiers and bridge and tunnel crowd. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the one and only TS Madison whose new show is hilarious! Check that out here. 

Dishonorably and with all due disrespect, Jarrett and Tre'vell are calling out professional asshole Piers Morgan who walked off the set of his own show and ultimately got fired on his day off. Stiff upper lip, chap. 

Black History is Happening...Everyday!

Episode Notes

Read Tre'vell's piece for Xtra Magazine here. 

Make sure you pick up your limited-edition FANTI merch here. The sale ends March 12th, midnight Pacific Time

Catch Tre'vell on Pop Culture Happy Hour this week!

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Meghan Markle Goes 2 Zamunda Maximum Fun 01:05:10 This week, the royal court is in session as hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Eddie Murphy sequel Coming 2 America and answer the question: who asked for this? Plus, we'll talk about Meghan Markle and Harry's sit down with Queen O. This week, the royal court is in session as hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the new Eddie Murphy sequel Coming 2 America and answer the question: who asked for this? Plus, we'll talk about Meghan Markle and Harry's sit down with Queen O. coming 2 america, trevell anderson, jarrett hill, journalism, royals, the royal family, prince harry, eddie murphy, meghan markle, oprah true full 58 8056487b-4a93-440d-b78e-ad567554a126 Funky Covid-ina (ft. Nurse Alice Benjamin, Dr. Darien Sutton and Bianca Mabute-Louie) This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss why so many Black folks are hesitant to get vaccinated for covid-19 and the African American community's complicated relationship to the healthcare industry. We're joined by Nurse Alice Benjamin and Dr. Darien M. Sutton who will give us all the information we need to make an informed decision about the vaccine. 

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

We're joined by educator Bianca Mabute-Louie for a conversation about the rise in anti-Asian violence in the nation and how communities of color can come together to create change. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for the mainstream media's handling of the Equality Act passing as well as a dishonorable mention for anti-trans legislation in the state of Alabama. 

Jarrett has an honorable mention for Malcolm Kenyatta and his historic senate run as well as Jayce Baron and Justin Q Williams. 

Episode Notes

Read Bianca Mabute-Louie's Elle piece here. 

Follow Nurse Alice on the socials at @AskNurseAlice

Follow Dr. Darien Sutton on the socials at @DoctorDarienMD

Make sure you pick up your limited-edition FANTI merch here. 

Support a Black-owned bookstore here, here and here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Thu, 4 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss why so many Black folks are hesitant to get vaccinated for covid-19 and the African American community's complicated relationship to the healthcare industry. We're joined by Nurse Alice Benjamin and Dr. Darien M. Sutton who will give us all the information we need to make an informed decision about the vaccine. 

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

We're joined by educator Bianca Mabute-Louie for a conversation about the rise in anti-Asian violence in the nation and how communities of color can come together to create change. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for the mainstream media's handling of the Equality Act passing as well as a dishonorable mention for anti-trans legislation in the state of Alabama. 

Jarrett has an honorable mention for Malcolm Kenyatta and his historic senate run as well as Jayce Baron and Justin Q Williams. 

Episode Notes

Read Bianca Mabute-Louie's Elle piece here. 

Follow Nurse Alice on the socials at @AskNurseAlice

Follow Dr. Darien Sutton on the socials at @DoctorDarienMD

Make sure you pick up your limited-edition FANTI merch here. 

Support a Black-owned bookstore here, here and here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Funky Covid-ina (ft. Nurse Alice Benjamin, Dr. Darien Sutton and Bianca Mabute-Louie) Maximum Fun 01:11:11 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss why so many Black folks are hesitant to get vaccinated for covid-19 and the African American community's complicated relationship to the healthcare industry. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss why so many Black folks are hesitant to get vaccinated for covid-19 and the African American community's complicated relationship to the healthcare industry. trevell anderson, aarp, bianca mabute-louie, nurse alice benjamin, white supremacy, covid vaccine, jarrett hill, journalism, dr. darien sutton, medicine, asian-american violence, covid-19 true full 57 053c0e38-ec08-4e2b-bf41-35e3629c12ee What Was Said!? (A Third FANTI FamMail) This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson respond to even more of your VMs, DMs and EMs with the third installment of FANTI FamMail! Plus, we'll check in with another Dionne Warwick Update, our Black History Moment and a very special announcement!

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the foolery, fuckery and anti-Blackness going down at Gimlet Media while Tre'vell honors author and his new book, When Dogs Heal: Powerful Stories of People Living with HIV and the Dogs That Saved Them. Make sure to pick it up from a Black-owned bookstore like this one or you can get it online here.

Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for Azealia Banks and her transphobia. 

Catch Tre'vell on Follow Friday podcast here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

 

]]> Thu, 25 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson respond to even more of your VMs, DMs and EMs with the third installment of FANTI FamMail! Plus, we'll check in with another Dionne Warwick Update, our Black History Moment and a very special announcement!

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the foolery, fuckery and anti-Blackness going down at Gimlet Media while Tre'vell honors author and his new book, When Dogs Heal: Powerful Stories of People Living with HIV and the Dogs That Saved Them. Make sure to pick it up from a Black-owned bookstore like this one or you can get it online here.

Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for Azealia Banks and her transphobia. 

Catch Tre'vell on Follow Friday podcast here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

 

]]> What Was Said!? (A Third FANTI FamMail) Maximum Fun 00:58:37 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson respond to even more of your VMs, DMs and EMs with the third installment of FANTI FamMail! Plus, we'll check in with another Dionne Warwick Update, our Black History Moment and a very special announcement! This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson respond to even more of your VMs, DMs and EMs with the third installment of FANTI FamMail! Plus, we'll check in with another Dionne Warwick Update, our Black History Moment and a very special announcement! gimlet media, trevell anderson, a different world, star jones, jarrett hill, diversity and inclusion, sex, black history month, journalism true full 56 a184887c-5484-48cc-863e-36cd89a12a10 We Are A Family This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about families, the one we're born into and the ones we create. 

What boundaries, if any,  do you place on your family?

But first...

Tea Time

We'll check in with Jarrett and Tre'vell on how they've been coping during a pon de replay and any strides they've made in their quest for better mental health. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a cinematic-themed honorable mention for Judas & The Black Messiah. He's also giving an honorable mention to Framing Britney Spears and There Is No I in Threesome.

Tre'vell wants you to go watch the documentary series The Lady and the Dale by director Zackary Drucker as well as listen to Danyel Smith's The Black Girl Songbook podcast and when you get done with that you can watch Brandy in Cinderella again!

Episode Notes

Catch Tre'vell on Gender Reveal podcast here. 

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/06/04/economic-divide-black-households/

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about families, the one we're born into and the ones we create. 

What boundaries, if any,  do you place on your family?

But first...

Tea Time

We'll check in with Jarrett and Tre'vell on how they've been coping during a pon de replay and any strides they've made in their quest for better mental health. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a cinematic-themed honorable mention for Judas & The Black Messiah. He's also giving an honorable mention to Framing Britney Spears and There Is No I in Threesome.

Tre'vell wants you to go watch the documentary series The Lady and the Dale by director Zackary Drucker as well as listen to Danyel Smith's The Black Girl Songbook podcast and when you get done with that you can watch Brandy in Cinderella again!

Episode Notes

Catch Tre'vell on Gender Reveal podcast here. 

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/06/04/economic-divide-black-households/

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> We Are A Family Maximum Fun 01:08:42 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about families, the one we're born into and the ones we create. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about families, the one we're born into and the ones we create. the wealth gap, trevell anderson, family, jarrett hill, black history month, soul food, journalism, britney spears, the lady and the dale, judas & the black messiah true full 55 8dee3b9d-d5ec-4434-9ff8-57687aebe744 Is Clubhouse a Trashbox? (ft. Shar Jossell and Cor.ece) This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson hit the main stage with two very special guests! Shar Jossell and Corece Smith join FANTI for a discussion about the new audio-only platform Clubhouse.

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're talking about the lady who laid her edges with gorilla glue. Yes, you read that right. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for actor John Clarence Stewart. Catch him in episode 6 of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist on Peacock TV. He also honors the late Mary Wilson of The Supremes who recently joined the ancestors. 

Tre'vell has another honorable mention. This time for Stacey Osei-Kuffour who has been tapped to write the new Blade film, making history as the first Black woman to write a Marvel Studios film. They also have an honorable mention for Peacock TV's new limited series The Best Man. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

 

]]> Thu, 11 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson hit the main stage with two very special guests! Shar Jossell and Corece Smith join FANTI for a discussion about the new audio-only platform Clubhouse.

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

We're talking about the lady who laid her edges with gorilla glue. Yes, you read that right. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for actor John Clarence Stewart. Catch him in episode 6 of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist on Peacock TV. He also honors the late Mary Wilson of The Supremes who recently joined the ancestors. 

Tre'vell has another honorable mention. This time for Stacey Osei-Kuffour who has been tapped to write the new Blade film, making history as the first Black woman to write a Marvel Studios film. They also have an honorable mention for Peacock TV's new limited series The Best Man. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

 

]]> Is Clubhouse a Trashbox? (ft. Shar Jossell and Cor.ece) Maximum Fun 01:08:48 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson hit the main stage with two very special guests! Shar Jossell and Corece Smith join FANTI for a discussion about the new audio-only platform Clubhouse. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson hit the main stage with two very special guests! Shar Jossell and Corece Smith join FANTI for a discussion about the new audio-only platform Clubhouse. trevell anderson, moan rooms, jarrett hill, clubhouse, black history month, journalism, shar jossell, corece smith true full 54 651b5891-d2e8-4a9d-948f-540c8320031c Every Day is Black History This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are kicking off Season 2 and the month of February with a discussion about Black History Month. They'll get into its origins, what they love about it and what kind of gets on their nerves. 

But first...

 

Pass the Popcorn

We reminisce over our first year with FANTI and we're listening to some of YOUR voicemails in celebration of the year! 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a mention for Lifetime's Wendy Williams: The Movie and documentary as well as an honorable mention for Chirstopher Sticklen whose podcast We Got To Hang Out just had a special guest. Tre'vell honors the legendary recent ancestor Ms. Cicely Tyson as well as Jamal Jordan and his new book Queer Love In Color, available now for pre-order. 

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 4 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are kicking off Season 2 and the month of February with a discussion about Black History Month. They'll get into its origins, what they love about it and what kind of gets on their nerves. 

But first...

 

Pass the Popcorn

We reminisce over our first year with FANTI and we're listening to some of YOUR voicemails in celebration of the year! 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a mention for Lifetime's Wendy Williams: The Movie and documentary as well as an honorable mention for Chirstopher Sticklen whose podcast We Got To Hang Out just had a special guest. Tre'vell honors the legendary recent ancestor Ms. Cicely Tyson as well as Jamal Jordan and his new book Queer Love In Color, available now for pre-order. 

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Every Day is Black History Maximum Fun 00:57:50 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are kicking off Season 2 and the month of February with a discussion about Black History Month. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are kicking off Season 2 and the month of February with a discussion about Black History Month. cicely tyson, trevell anderson, jarrett hill, jamal jordan, carter g. woodson, black history month, wendy williams, journalism, lifetime television true full 53 dad58800-244b-4a8d-ae2c-34864a5fed2d HBCUs Are A Different World (ft. Panama Jackson) This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by Very Smart Brotha's Panama Jackson for a discussion about historically Black colleges and that HBCU life!

But first...

 

A Tough Question

VSB's Panama (A Morehouse Man!) talks about his recent article: The Case For and Against Rocking Gear From a College You Didn't Graduate From (Or Attend) and Jarrett and Tre'vell defend their respective alma maters. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell kicks things off with an honorable mention for the HBO program Veneno as well as an honorable mention for the highly honorable Dame Cicely Tyson who has a new memoir out. You can pick it up here or wherever books are sold. Jarrett has an honorable mention for Bling Empire. You can watch it now on Netflix. Finally, Jarrett has an honorable mention for everyone working through mental health issues during the pandemic and beyond. 

If you or someone you know is suffering in silence. Please know that there is assistance. 

Episode Notes

Keep up with Panama Jackson here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Jarrett Hill

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@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by Very Smart Brotha's Panama Jackson for a discussion about historically Black colleges and that HBCU life!

But first...

 

A Tough Question

VSB's Panama (A Morehouse Man!) talks about his recent article: The Case For and Against Rocking Gear From a College You Didn't Graduate From (Or Attend) and Jarrett and Tre'vell defend their respective alma maters. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell kicks things off with an honorable mention for the HBO program Veneno as well as an honorable mention for the highly honorable Dame Cicely Tyson who has a new memoir out. You can pick it up here or wherever books are sold. Jarrett has an honorable mention for Bling Empire. You can watch it now on Netflix. Finally, Jarrett has an honorable mention for everyone working through mental health issues during the pandemic and beyond. 

If you or someone you know is suffering in silence. Please know that there is assistance. 

Episode Notes

Keep up with Panama Jackson here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> HBCUs Are A Different World (ft. Panama Jackson) Maximum Fun 00:59:03 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by Very Smart Brotha's Panama Jackson for a discussion about historically Black colleges and that HBCU life! This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are joined by Very Smart Brotha's Panama Jackson for a discussion about historically Black colleges and that HBCU life! a different world, spelman college, howard university, morehouse, jarrett hill, jarrett hill trevell anderson, hbcu, kamala harris, journalism, panama jackson, historically black colleges, tre'vell anderson true full 52 d03c4b24-c080-46b5-86f0-1455415f3688 Donald Trump has Left the Building (ft. Keith Boykin) This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss White supremacy's role in the Trump administration and how the Biden administration can seek to heal a fractured nation. We're joined by CNN journalist and author Keith Boykin!

But first...

Pass That Popcorn

We're counting down our favorite blunders, uh-ohs and oopsies from "Toupee Fiasco" from the past four years. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett is "rooting for everybody Black" with an honorable mention for the app melaninterst while Tre'vell honors our UPS drivers who have made online retail therapy possible. Another honorable mention from Jarrett for the incoming Biden administration for being decent people which is the least they can do but still somehow eluded the previous one. Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for all those who decided to go clubbing this past MLK weekend and a reminder than the pandemic isn't over just because you're over it. Finally, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for former FANTI subject Wendy Williams for being messy and homophobic.  

Episode Notes

Keep up with Keith Boykin on CNN or on the Twitter here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Jarrett Hill

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 21 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss White supremacy's role in the Trump administration and how the Biden administration can seek to heal a fractured nation. We're joined by CNN journalist and author Keith Boykin!

But first...

Pass That Popcorn

We're counting down our favorite blunders, uh-ohs and oopsies from "Toupee Fiasco" from the past four years. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett is "rooting for everybody Black" with an honorable mention for the app melaninterst while Tre'vell honors our UPS drivers who have made online retail therapy possible. Another honorable mention from Jarrett for the incoming Biden administration for being decent people which is the least they can do but still somehow eluded the previous one. Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for all those who decided to go clubbing this past MLK weekend and a reminder than the pandemic isn't over just because you're over it. Finally, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for former FANTI subject Wendy Williams for being messy and homophobic.  

Episode Notes

Keep up with Keith Boykin on CNN or on the Twitter here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Donald Trump has Left the Building (ft. Keith Boykin) Maximum Fun 01:17:17 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss White supremacy's role in the Trump administration and how the Biden administration can seek to heal a fractured nation. We're joined by CNN journalist and author Keith Boykin! This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss White supremacy's role in the Trump administration and how the Biden administration can seek to heal a fractured nation. We're joined by CNN journalist and author Keith Boykin! presidential election, jarrett hill trevell anderson, donald trump, kamala harris, journalism, election, inauguration 2021, joe biden true full 51 9471ad99-0d29-4239-bd2b-41cc915ef675 Let's Talk About Sex, Baby! (ft. Mikelle Street) This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about sex (baby!) with guest journalist Mikelle Street. 


This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about sex (baby!) with guest journalist Mikelle Street. 

But first...

 

Pass That Popcorn

We chat about last week's insurrection attempt at the Capitol building. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for #noflylist and all the joy that can be derived from seeing the fools who stormed the Capitol try to grab their little Samsonite carry-ons back to where they came from. Tre'Vell has a dishonorable mention for Soho Karen and the disrespect she showed Oprah's bestie and a "girl, whet?" for Jim Clyburn! An honorable mention for Nikkialiah and her highly-relatable song "Earth is Ghetto." Catch the full clip here. An honorable mention is also in order for Mr. Eugene Goodman for his courageous act as well as Brian "No Mo' Fux" Williams. Lastly, Rest in Power to the late Eric Jerome Dickey. 

Episode Notes

Read Jarrett Hill's piece for Medium here

Click here for more info about our guest Mikelle Street. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

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@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Thu, 14 Jan 2021 11:30:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about sex (baby!) with guest journalist Mikelle Street. 


This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about sex (baby!) with guest journalist Mikelle Street. 

But first...

 

Pass That Popcorn

We chat about last week's insurrection attempt at the Capitol building. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for #noflylist and all the joy that can be derived from seeing the fools who stormed the Capitol try to grab their little Samsonite carry-ons back to where they came from. Tre'Vell has a dishonorable mention for Soho Karen and the disrespect she showed Oprah's bestie and a "girl, whet?" for Jim Clyburn! An honorable mention for Nikkialiah and her highly-relatable song "Earth is Ghetto." Catch the full clip here. An honorable mention is also in order for Mr. Eugene Goodman for his courageous act as well as Brian "No Mo' Fux" Williams. Lastly, Rest in Power to the late Eric Jerome Dickey. 

Episode Notes

Read Jarrett Hill's piece for Medium here

Click here for more info about our guest Mikelle Street. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Let's Talk About Sex, Baby! (ft. Mikelle Street) Maximum Fun 01:03:11 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about sex (baby!) with guest journalist Mikelle Street. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about sex (baby!) with guest journalist Mikelle Street. porn, jarrett hill trevell anderson, donald trump, sex, journalism, election, sex work true full 50 8b85f935-2fd8-4a99-87b0-e2922df59164 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion… Oh My! (ft. Sharon Smith-Akinsanya) This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond with guest Sharon Smith-Akinsanya, CEO of Rae Mackenzie Group.

But first...

 

Pass That Popcorn!

Our January 2020 optimism has us all feeling a bit silly but we're discussing resolutions, intentions or whatever your preferred term for "leveling up in 2021!"

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for no charges in the Jacob Blake case as well as a full-throated "girl, sit down!" for Meghan "My Father!" McCain and the entirety of the Republican party. Tre'vell is giving an honorable mention to Durell Smylie who, if you haven't checked, lives where the money resides, where the money resides. They also have an honorable mention for RuPaul's Drag Race contestant Symone The Ebony Enchantress who serves lewks like they're going out of business!  

Episode Notes

Learn more about The Rae Mackenzie Group and all of Sharon Smith-Akinsanya's  other wonderful work here and connect with her on Twitter. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Thu, 7 Jan 2021 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond with guest Sharon Smith-Akinsanya, CEO of Rae Mackenzie Group.

But first...

 

Pass That Popcorn!

Our January 2020 optimism has us all feeling a bit silly but we're discussing resolutions, intentions or whatever your preferred term for "leveling up in 2021!"

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for no charges in the Jacob Blake case as well as a full-throated "girl, sit down!" for Meghan "My Father!" McCain and the entirety of the Republican party. Tre'vell is giving an honorable mention to Durell Smylie who, if you haven't checked, lives where the money resides, where the money resides. They also have an honorable mention for RuPaul's Drag Race contestant Symone The Ebony Enchantress who serves lewks like they're going out of business!  

Episode Notes

Learn more about The Rae Mackenzie Group and all of Sharon Smith-Akinsanya's  other wonderful work here and connect with her on Twitter. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion… Oh My! (ft. Sharon Smith-Akinsanya) Maximum Fun 01:09:17 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond with guest Sharon Smith-Akinsanya, CEO of Rae Mackenzie Group. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond with guest Sharon Smith-Akinsanya, CEO of Rae Mackenzie Group. meghan mccain, diversity, diversity training, inclusion, where the money resides, jarrett hill trevell anderson, sharon smith-akinsanya, journalism, jacob blake, election, equity, workplace diversity, primaries true full 49 9b3ae2e8-e2f5-40d5-bbe1-29dbc1e4042e Bye, Ashy! FANTI's Top Five of 2020 It's finally here! We've made it to 2021 and we can't wait to leave much of the drama, sadness and shenanigans that was the year in the dustbin of history. But before we look forward to 2021, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson take a look back at some of their favorite FANTI moments from the year.  

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett and Tre'vell have a very special honorable mention for all of our #Fantifam and to a few folks who've shown us some extra love over the months. 

Episode Notes

Check out (or revisit) past FANTI episodes mentioned here below: 

"Whoopins (I Turned Out Fine. Or Did I?)"

"Tired. (With Special Guest Dr. Joy DeGruy)"

"THEE Reason Black People Don’t Eat Chicken in Public (ft. Sam Sanders)"

"Okay Allies, Now Let’s Get in Formation! (Feat. Jarrett Lucas)"

"Black Women Have Been Left Out of #MeToo"

"When Gospel Music Slaps…and Leaves a Mark Ft. Mychael Chinn"

"Wendy Williams, How YOU Doin’ Girl? You Okay? Feat. Shar Jossell"

Happy 2021!

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 31 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ It's finally here! We've made it to 2021 and we can't wait to leave much of the drama, sadness and shenanigans that was the year in the dustbin of history. But before we look forward to 2021, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson take a look back at some of their favorite FANTI moments from the year.  

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett and Tre'vell have a very special honorable mention for all of our #Fantifam and to a few folks who've shown us some extra love over the months. 

Episode Notes

Check out (or revisit) past FANTI episodes mentioned here below: 

"Whoopins (I Turned Out Fine. Or Did I?)"

"Tired. (With Special Guest Dr. Joy DeGruy)"

"THEE Reason Black People Don’t Eat Chicken in Public (ft. Sam Sanders)"

"Okay Allies, Now Let’s Get in Formation! (Feat. Jarrett Lucas)"

"Black Women Have Been Left Out of #MeToo"

"When Gospel Music Slaps…and Leaves a Mark Ft. Mychael Chinn"

"Wendy Williams, How YOU Doin’ Girl? You Okay? Feat. Shar Jossell"

Happy 2021!

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Bye, Ashy! FANTI's Top Five of 2020 Maximum Fun 00:46:03 It's finally here! We've made it to 2021 and we can't wait to leave much of the drama, sadness and shenanigans that was the year in the dustbin of history. But before we look forward to 2021, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson take a look back at some of their favorite FANTI moments from the year. It's finally here! We've made it to 2021 and we can't wait to leave much of the drama, sadness and shenanigans that was the year in the dustbin of history. But before we look forward to 2021, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson take a look back at some of their favorite FANTI moments from the year. jarrett hill trevell anderson, journalism, best of 2020, fanti true full 48 1c24e00d-f4e0-4dfd-95b0-66595caf0eb7 Santa is Black and Possibly Gay! A Very FANTI Holiday Special (ft. Kalen Allen) This week on a very special holiday edition of FANTI, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson are joined by the hilarious Kalen Allen to share their favorite holiday films and someone has some choice opinions about the Home Alone cinematic universe you're not going to want to miss! 

But first…

We Pass the Popcorn with our picks for top 3 Christmas songs for the season.  

DIONNE WARWICK UPDATE

Every week we'll bring you another update from the fantastical life of Dionne Warwick's twitter account.

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Sylvie's Love—out now! Check out our interview with stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua  here. Tre'Vell has an honorable mention for all the folks cooking this holiday season (at home with those you live with, we hope!) and for the VISDs (Very Important side dishes!) BAKED macaroni and cheese and candied yams sans marshmallow. 

Episode Notes

Check out Kalen Allen's new holiday EP 'For Christmas Sake' here. 

Check out Jarrett's interview with Jingle Jangle's Anika Noni Rose for Bullseye with Jesse Thorn here. 

Have a favorite holiday film or song not mentioned in the episode? Let us know via email or on the socials. 

Have a safe and happy holiday season!

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 24 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week on a very special holiday edition of FANTI, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson are joined by the hilarious Kalen Allen to share their favorite holiday films and someone has some choice opinions about the Home Alone cinematic universe you're not going to want to miss! 

But first…

We Pass the Popcorn with our picks for top 3 Christmas songs for the season.  

DIONNE WARWICK UPDATE

Every week we'll bring you another update from the fantastical life of Dionne Warwick's twitter account.

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Sylvie's Love—out now! Check out our interview with stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua  here. Tre'Vell has an honorable mention for all the folks cooking this holiday season (at home with those you live with, we hope!) and for the VISDs (Very Important side dishes!) BAKED macaroni and cheese and candied yams sans marshmallow. 

Episode Notes

Check out Kalen Allen's new holiday EP 'For Christmas Sake' here. 

Check out Jarrett's interview with Jingle Jangle's Anika Noni Rose for Bullseye with Jesse Thorn here. 

Have a favorite holiday film or song not mentioned in the episode? Let us know via email or on the socials. 

Have a safe and happy holiday season!

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Santa is Black and Possibly Gay! A Very FANTI Holiday Special (ft. Kalen Allen) Maximum Fun 00:53:52 This week on a very special holiday edition of FANTI, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson are joined by the hilarious Kalen Allen to share their favorite holiday films and someone has some choice opinions about the Home Alone cinematic universe you're not going to want to miss! This week on a very special holiday edition of FANTI, Jarrett Hill and Tre'Vell Anderson are joined by the hilarious Kalen Allen to share their favorite holiday films and someone has some choice opinions about the Home Alone cinematic universe you're not going to want to miss! holiday movies, christmas, jarrett hill trevell anderson, journalism, whitney houston, donny hathaway, chris brown, christmas movies, home alone, kalen allen, mariah carey, big freeda, christmas music true full 47 6162169b-71a0-4970-938f-c200a44b1852 Forever, For Always, For Black Love (ft. Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua) This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson talk Black love on screen with "Silvie's Love" stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua.

What are your favorite representations of Black love on the large and small screen? Do those characters and stories fully encompass all that is contained in black love or does the media fall short of showcasing the variety of ways we express love within the Black community? 

We'll get into all of that...

But first…

It's T-Time and Jarrett has a topic up for discussion all about body image, mental health and self care. 

DIONNE WARWICK UPDATE: Every week we'll bring you another update from the fantastical life of Dionne Warwick's twitter account. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Justin Simien and his new Lando series. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for #fantifam member Portia Bartley who you can check out in the new film The Prom. 

Check out Jarrett's interview with Jingle Jangle's Anika Noni Rose for Bullseye with Jesse Thorn here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Thu, 17 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson talk Black love on screen with "Silvie's Love" stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua.

What are your favorite representations of Black love on the large and small screen? Do those characters and stories fully encompass all that is contained in black love or does the media fall short of showcasing the variety of ways we express love within the Black community? 

We'll get into all of that...

But first…

It's T-Time and Jarrett has a topic up for discussion all about body image, mental health and self care. 

DIONNE WARWICK UPDATE: Every week we'll bring you another update from the fantastical life of Dionne Warwick's twitter account. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Justin Simien and his new Lando series. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for #fantifam member Portia Bartley who you can check out in the new film The Prom. 

Check out Jarrett's interview with Jingle Jangle's Anika Noni Rose for Bullseye with Jesse Thorn here. 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer.

]]> Forever, For Always, For Black Love (ft. Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua) Maximum Fun 01:10:50 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson talk Black love on screen with "Silvie's Love" stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson talk Black love on screen with "Silvie's Love" stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomghua. tessa thompson, black romance, sylvie's love, nnamdi asomghua, back love true full 46 f2860907-459e-44b9-af4c-1497010ba827 Freelancing In Beyoncé's Gig Economy This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their complex and complicado relationships to the gig economy. 

2020 has been extra raggedy. 

You know. You were here. 

With so many of us unemployed, underemployed and forced to find creative ways to keep our heads above water (Good Times!) we wanted to dedicate this episode to all of the folks out there driving for ride-share companies, delivering groceries, pitching to editors and otherwise hustling. 

We see you. 

But first…

Have you heard the good news? 

FANTI Podcast is one of Apple Podcast Favorites of 2020!

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett chat about President Obama's appeal to switch up the language around the "Defund the police" movement. Are you in?  

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the late Mrs. Shirley Williams, mother of Wendy Williams while Tre'vell would like to give an honorable mention to Natalie Desselle-Reid of BAPS and Cinderella fame who passed away recently from colon cancer. Rest in peace to them both.

Lastly, an honorable mention for air fryers and a big ol dishonorable mention to Big Flour. 

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 10 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their complex and complicado relationships to the gig economy. 

2020 has been extra raggedy. 

You know. You were here. 

With so many of us unemployed, underemployed and forced to find creative ways to keep our heads above water (Good Times!) we wanted to dedicate this episode to all of the folks out there driving for ride-share companies, delivering groceries, pitching to editors and otherwise hustling. 

We see you. 

But first…

Have you heard the good news? 

FANTI Podcast is one of Apple Podcast Favorites of 2020!

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett chat about President Obama's appeal to switch up the language around the "Defund the police" movement. Are you in?  

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the late Mrs. Shirley Williams, mother of Wendy Williams while Tre'vell would like to give an honorable mention to Natalie Desselle-Reid of BAPS and Cinderella fame who passed away recently from colon cancer. Rest in peace to them both.

Lastly, an honorable mention for air fryers and a big ol dishonorable mention to Big Flour. 

Go ahead and @ us

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]]> Freelancing In Beyoncé's Gig Economy Maximum Fun 01:06:14 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their complex and complicado relationships to the gig economy. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking about their complex and complicado relationships to the gig economy. natalie desselle-reid, jarrett hill trevell anderson, cristine sun kim, beyonce, wendy williams, journalism, freelance, barack obama, gig economy true full 45 63b6f178-2d5f-4e20-b982-8bbc6fc26119 The Michael Jackson—R. Kelly Episode Disclaimer: This episode contains a frank discussion about the careers of Michael Jackson and Robert Kelly. While we do make mention of allegations of sexual assault and abuse, that is not the crux of this episode. However, if that’s something you’d rather not listen to, we get it. Feel free to skip this episode and revisit your favorite from our catalog here. 

This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson finally tackle a topic the #FANTIfam has been requesting for months: How do we engage (and should we engage?) with the music catalogues of Michael Jackson and R. Kelly.

Unless you've truly been living under a rock we don't need to catch you up to speed on the careers of either. We are also going to assume you don't need a refresher on any of the allegations that surround the legacies of either artist. 

Is it okay to listen to the music R. Kelly wrote for other artists while removing his entire discography from the Spotify playlist? Should we refrain from moonwalking at events? Where does one draw the line when people who have been accused of the unforgivable leave behind such a rich musical imprint?

But first…

Have you heard the good news? 

FANTI Podcast is one of Apple Podcasts 2020 Favorites!

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett want to know when the time is right to twerk on the brunch furniture? 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for journalist Shane Bauer's piece in the New Yorker about the Vallejo Police Department. Read it here. 

Tre'vell would like to give an honorable mention to Shondaland's Dance Dreams: Hot Chocolate Nutcracker. You can watch it on Netflix. They also have an honorable mention for the new book Black Futures which you can pick up here. Shout out to Kimberly Drew and Jenna Wortham! 

Lastly, an honorable mention for The Dionne Warwick who has recently been cutting up on the socials. We love to see it!

 

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]]> Thu, 3 Dec 2020 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Disclaimer: This episode contains a frank discussion about the careers of Michael Jackson and Robert Kelly. While we do make mention of allegations of sexual assault and abuse, that is not the crux of this episode. However, if that’s something you’d rather not listen to, we get it. Feel free to skip this episode and revisit your favorite from our catalog here. 

This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson finally tackle a topic the #FANTIfam has been requesting for months: How do we engage (and should we engage?) with the music catalogues of Michael Jackson and R. Kelly.

Unless you've truly been living under a rock we don't need to catch you up to speed on the careers of either. We are also going to assume you don't need a refresher on any of the allegations that surround the legacies of either artist. 

Is it okay to listen to the music R. Kelly wrote for other artists while removing his entire discography from the Spotify playlist? Should we refrain from moonwalking at events? Where does one draw the line when people who have been accused of the unforgivable leave behind such a rich musical imprint?

But first…

Have you heard the good news? 

FANTI Podcast is one of Apple Podcasts 2020 Favorites!

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett want to know when the time is right to twerk on the brunch furniture? 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for journalist Shane Bauer's piece in the New Yorker about the Vallejo Police Department. Read it here. 

Tre'vell would like to give an honorable mention to Shondaland's Dance Dreams: Hot Chocolate Nutcracker. You can watch it on Netflix. They also have an honorable mention for the new book Black Futures which you can pick up here. Shout out to Kimberly Drew and Jenna Wortham! 

Lastly, an honorable mention for The Dionne Warwick who has recently been cutting up on the socials. We love to see it!

 

Go ahead and @ us

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> The Michael Jackson—R. Kelly Episode Maximum Fun 01:03:27 Disclaimer: This episode contains a frank discussion about the careers of Michael Jackson and Robert Kelly. While we do make mention of allegations of sexual assault and abuse, that is not the crux of this episode. However, if that’s something you’d rather not listen to, we get it. Feel free to skip this episode and revisit your favorite from our catalog here. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson finally tackle a topic the #FANTIfam has been requesting for months: How do we engage (and should we engage?) with the music catalogues of Michael Jackson and R. Kelly. Disclaimer: This episode contains a frank discussion about the careers of Michael Jackson and Robert Kelly. While we do make mention of allegations of sexual assault and abuse, that is not the crux of this episode. However, if that’s something you’d rather not listen to, we get it. Feel free to skip this episode and revisit your favorite from our catalog here. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson finally tackle a topic the #FANTIfam has been requesting for months: How do we engage (and should we engage?) with the music catalogues of Michael Jackson and R. Kelly. wade robson, dionne warwick, aaliyah, jarrett hill trevell anderson, r.kelly, shondaland, journalism, michael jackson, robert kelly, twerking, debbie allen true full 44 d4731fd9-3f0a-48b4-aafe-830f25e62f7b Should We Break Bread Or Break Our Silence? The holidays are upon us and with that comes family dinners, Zoom gatherings (hello, 2020!) and a spirit of community across the nation. While the nation grapples with a volatile election year within an already volatile four years of civil unrest, some have advocated for folks to find a path toward healing, a chance to put down our differences and look toward a new beginning as a healed nation. 

But will doing so cause more harm than good for those who have been the target of subjugation? Should it fall to those groups to extend the olive branch?

“We can disagree and still love each other. Unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist.”

FANTI hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson get into the complex and complicado of reconciliation and who should be doing the work.  

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett chat about People's 2020 Sexiest Man Alive list and they have...opinions. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the phenomenally produced The Fresh Prince of Bel - Air reunion and specifically "OG Aunt Viv" Ms. Janet Hubert! If you missed it you can check it out here. He's also shouting out Barack Obama's new book and Grammy-nominated artist Mykal Kilgore. 

Speaking of Grammys. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Meghan Thee Stallion whose new album is… a BOP!

Lastly, an honorable mention for the word "ashy." IYKYK. 

Read Jarrett's full article in Revolt here. 

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 26 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ The holidays are upon us and with that comes family dinners, Zoom gatherings (hello, 2020!) and a spirit of community across the nation. While the nation grapples with a volatile election year within an already volatile four years of civil unrest, some have advocated for folks to find a path toward healing, a chance to put down our differences and look toward a new beginning as a healed nation. 

But will doing so cause more harm than good for those who have been the target of subjugation? Should it fall to those groups to extend the olive branch?

“We can disagree and still love each other. Unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist.”

FANTI hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson get into the complex and complicado of reconciliation and who should be doing the work.  

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett chat about People's 2020 Sexiest Man Alive list and they have...opinions. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the phenomenally produced The Fresh Prince of Bel - Air reunion and specifically "OG Aunt Viv" Ms. Janet Hubert! If you missed it you can check it out here. He's also shouting out Barack Obama's new book and Grammy-nominated artist Mykal Kilgore. 

Speaking of Grammys. Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Meghan Thee Stallion whose new album is… a BOP!

Lastly, an honorable mention for the word "ashy." IYKYK. 

Read Jarrett's full article in Revolt here. 

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Should We Break Bread Or Break Our Silence? Maximum Fun 01:03:04 This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the appeal for Democrats and other groups to find common ground with Trump voters and others on the right. This week, Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson discuss the appeal for Democrats and other groups to find common ground with Trump voters and others on the right. megan thee stallion, presidential election, fanti merchandise, a promised land, jarrett hill trevell anderson, donald trump, kamala harris, journalism, the fresh prince of bel-air, janet hubert, barack obama, election 2020, will smith, thanksgiving, joe biden true full 43 c89957b4-6195-419e-91b6-d151957fd7cc "BIPOC" Kinda Sucks Amid the social unrest of this year, and the calls to hold accountable the cops who murdered Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade and George Floyd (among others), a new acronym came to prominence as a means to refer to marginalized folks -- BIPOC. That’s B-I-P-O-C, or Black, Indigenous, People of Color. It has now replaced POC as the way to refer to non-white folks en masse.

But is the term just another way for people to collapse our identities and experiences into one? FANTI hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson dive deeper into the etymology of the term, it's usefulness and where it misses the mark. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett chat about the latest news surrounding the Covid-19 vaccine. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has some contrarian opinions about the very popular show Schitt's Creek while Tre'vell gets into the IG accounts Ballroom Reacts and that of the fabulous Danielle Young. Jarrett has an honorable mention for the Chilled Cow YouTube channel while Tre'vell would like all of those out their hating on Harry Styles in a dress to go somewhere and sit down.  Finally, Jarrett wraps up the episode with a special dishonorable mention for himself and his inability to stop watching The Bachelorette. 

Learn more about BIPOC organizing here. 

]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Amid the social unrest of this year, and the calls to hold accountable the cops who murdered Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade and George Floyd (among others), a new acronym came to prominence as a means to refer to marginalized folks -- BIPOC. That’s B-I-P-O-C, or Black, Indigenous, People of Color. It has now replaced POC as the way to refer to non-white folks en masse.

But is the term just another way for people to collapse our identities and experiences into one? FANTI hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson dive deeper into the etymology of the term, it's usefulness and where it misses the mark. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett chat about the latest news surrounding the Covid-19 vaccine. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has some contrarian opinions about the very popular show Schitt's Creek while Tre'vell gets into the IG accounts Ballroom Reacts and that of the fabulous Danielle Young. Jarrett has an honorable mention for the Chilled Cow YouTube channel while Tre'vell would like all of those out their hating on Harry Styles in a dress to go somewhere and sit down.  Finally, Jarrett wraps up the episode with a special dishonorable mention for himself and his inability to stop watching The Bachelorette. 

Learn more about BIPOC organizing here. 

]]> "BIPOC" Kinda Sucks Maximum Fun 01:02:36 This week, language takes a front seat as we examine the use of the term BIPOC to describe communities and individuals of color. This week, language takes a front seat as we examine the use of the term BIPOC to describe communities and individuals of color. poc, vaccines, bipoc, jarrett hill trevell anderson, journalism, covid-19 true full 42 28593af1-1f6b-4b8b-be35-05599d5d29df Is Dave Chappelle Half-Baked? This week, we're diving into the career of comedian Dave Chappelle. 

The legend of stand-up recently returned to Saturday Night Live to host their first episode since the 2020 presidential race was called for Joe Biden. The last time Chappelle hosted was the first episode following the election of President Donald Jackass Trump.

He performed a 16-minute monologue that took aim at anti-maskers, racists and threw in a little bit of both-sideserism to boot but some of his more dated material taking cheap shots at the LGBTQI community left us feeling…tired. 

Has the multi-talented actor, comedian fallen off or has the world evolved around him? 

We'll answer that question and more. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett talk about where they were when they heard Joseph Biden got elected. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the #fantifam members who reached out over the past two weeks with feedback about where to purchase masks, about his obsession with the show The Lie and who just had something to say. We love it!

Tre'vell is coming in hot with an honorable mention for the blessed and highly favored Pastor Telley Lynnette Gadson who gave the sermons of all sermons for those who have reached peak Trump-fatigue. Jarrett also has an honorable mention for gospel artist Tye Tribbett.  ICYMI catch our FANTI episode all about gospel here. 

An honorable mention for Thee Blue Ivy Carter who will provide narration for Mathew A. Cherry's Oscar-winning book and short film Hair Love in audio-form. Her power! HER POWER!

Jarrett continues his fascination with what Dwight PayPal are doing with his recommendation of HBO's The Undoing starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Grant. 

Our final honorable mention comes from Tre'vell and goes to Mauree Turner who was the first nonbinary person elected to Oklahoma's state legislature as well as the first Muslim person. 

Read more from David Dennis Jr here. 

Check out Jarrett's playlist here and click here  to read his Revolt piece on Trump supporters.

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Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, we're diving into the career of comedian Dave Chappelle. 

The legend of stand-up recently returned to Saturday Night Live to host their first episode since the 2020 presidential race was called for Joe Biden. The last time Chappelle hosted was the first episode following the election of President Donald Jackass Trump.

He performed a 16-minute monologue that took aim at anti-maskers, racists and threw in a little bit of both-sideserism to boot but some of his more dated material taking cheap shots at the LGBTQI community left us feeling…tired. 

Has the multi-talented actor, comedian fallen off or has the world evolved around him? 

We'll answer that question and more. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett talk about where they were when they heard Joseph Biden got elected. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the #fantifam members who reached out over the past two weeks with feedback about where to purchase masks, about his obsession with the show The Lie and who just had something to say. We love it!

Tre'vell is coming in hot with an honorable mention for the blessed and highly favored Pastor Telley Lynnette Gadson who gave the sermons of all sermons for those who have reached peak Trump-fatigue. Jarrett also has an honorable mention for gospel artist Tye Tribbett.  ICYMI catch our FANTI episode all about gospel here. 

An honorable mention for Thee Blue Ivy Carter who will provide narration for Mathew A. Cherry's Oscar-winning book and short film Hair Love in audio-form. Her power! HER POWER!

Jarrett continues his fascination with what Dwight PayPal are doing with his recommendation of HBO's The Undoing starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Grant. 

Our final honorable mention comes from Tre'vell and goes to Mauree Turner who was the first nonbinary person elected to Oklahoma's state legislature as well as the first Muslim person. 

Read more from David Dennis Jr here. 

Check out Jarrett's playlist here and click here  to read his Revolt piece on Trump supporters.

Go ahead and @ us

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

 is the associate producer. 

]]> Is Dave Chappelle Half-Baked? Maximum Fun 01:02:09 This week, Jarrett and Tre'vell take on comedian Dave Chappelle. This week, Jarrett and Tre'vell take on comedian Dave Chappelle. dave chappelle, the undoing, mathew a. cherry, saturday night live, snl, blue ivory carter, hbo, jarrett hill trevell anderson, donald trump, chappelle show, kamala harris, journalism, 2020 presidential election, hugh grant, mauree turner, nicole kidman, joe biden true full 41 b8475696-6db7-4339-b0ea-6b1b5d1559f2 What Was Said?! (Again) Lordy lordy, look who made it to episode 40!

We're back with another FANTI episode and we're taking more audience questions from you! That's right, we're taking some of your very important emails, DMs and @ tweets and you all did not disappoint. 

 

But first...

 

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett have an honest discussion about how they are each coping under the (third wave) of the lockdown. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett and Tre'vell have an honorable mention for you. Yes, YOU. 

2020 has been a whirlwind with murder hornets, a pandemic, and a janky election cycle that has us all feeling more than a little drained. 

Being able to produce a weekly show and commiserate with you all (aka the #FANTIfam) has been a silver lining in a truly one of a kind year. 

Let's remember during these exasperating times to be good to each other and to ourselves. 

Love,
Fanti

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 5 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Lordy lordy, look who made it to episode 40!

We're back with another FANTI episode and we're taking more audience questions from you! That's right, we're taking some of your very important emails, DMs and @ tweets and you all did not disappoint. 

 

But first...

 

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett have an honest discussion about how they are each coping under the (third wave) of the lockdown. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett and Tre'vell have an honorable mention for you. Yes, YOU. 

2020 has been a whirlwind with murder hornets, a pandemic, and a janky election cycle that has us all feeling more than a little drained. 

Being able to produce a weekly show and commiserate with you all (aka the #FANTIfam) has been a silver lining in a truly one of a kind year. 

Let's remember during these exasperating times to be good to each other and to ourselves. 

Love,
Fanti

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

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@FANTIpodcast

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> What Was Said?! (Again) Maximum Fun 00:47:49 Lordy lordy, look who made it to episode 40! We're back with another FANTI episode and we're taking more audience questions from you! That's right, we're taking some of your very important emails, DMs and @ tweets and you all did not disappoint.  Lordy lordy, look who made it to episode 40! We're back with another FANTI episode and we're taking more audience questions from you! That's right, we're taking some of your very important emails, DMs and @ tweets and you all did not disappoint.  2020, jarrett hill trevell anderson, journalism, listener mail, mailbag true full 40 fb9de6a2-e903-4c1f-87f8-c9b6af0f9037 Hallelujaween Part Two: Black Horror (ft. Professor Tananarive Due) We're continuing the conversation with part two of our Hallelulujah-ween spectacular! This week, we’re talking Black horror movies with film historian Tananarive Due! She's a professor whose course, called “The Sunken Place: Racism, Survival and the Black Horror Aesthetic” has gained national attention! She teaches on Black Horror and Afrofuturism at UCLA and is an executive producer of Shudder's documentary Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror. She's also worked with Get Out's Jordan Peele on several projects including her work on the annotated screenplay of the film. 

Tre'vell and Jarrett chat with Professor Due about Black horror tropes, art imitating reality and what she'd like to see next from the Black horror genre. Plus, we'll discuss the real-world and imagined horrors of  Get Out, Lovecraft Country and more! You don't want to miss it. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett have opinions about this year's Halloween candy power rankings. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for a few films. First up is the documentary Totally Under Control about the US government's response (or lack thereof) to COVID-19. You can watch it now on Hulu.  Next is Black Box, with Phylicia Rashad and Uncorked's Mamoudou Athie. You can catch it on Amazon Prime. Also, Jarrett tries to convince Tre'vell to watch The Lie. You can watch it for yourself here. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the new show "Sovereign" from Ava DuVernay & Bird Runningwater which will be the first network show to center an indigenous story.  

And finally, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for #fantifam member Rachel who shares her Halloween (or Hallelujahween) plans for 2020. 

Do you have a voting plan? Click here for more information on how you can make your voice heard by voting. 

Go ahead and @ us

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 29 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ We're continuing the conversation with part two of our Hallelulujah-ween spectacular! This week, we’re talking Black horror movies with film historian Tananarive Due! She's a professor whose course, called “The Sunken Place: Racism, Survival and the Black Horror Aesthetic” has gained national attention! She teaches on Black Horror and Afrofuturism at UCLA and is an executive producer of Shudder's documentary Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror. She's also worked with Get Out's Jordan Peele on several projects including her work on the annotated screenplay of the film. 

Tre'vell and Jarrett chat with Professor Due about Black horror tropes, art imitating reality and what she'd like to see next from the Black horror genre. Plus, we'll discuss the real-world and imagined horrors of  Get Out, Lovecraft Country and more! You don't want to miss it. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

 Tre'vell and Jarrett have opinions about this year's Halloween candy power rankings. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for a few films. First up is the documentary Totally Under Control about the US government's response (or lack thereof) to COVID-19. You can watch it now on Hulu.  Next is Black Box, with Phylicia Rashad and Uncorked's Mamoudou Athie. You can catch it on Amazon Prime. Also, Jarrett tries to convince Tre'vell to watch The Lie. You can watch it for yourself here. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the new show "Sovereign" from Ava DuVernay & Bird Runningwater which will be the first network show to center an indigenous story.  

And finally, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for #fantifam member Rachel who shares her Halloween (or Hallelujahween) plans for 2020. 

Do you have a voting plan? Click here for more information on how you can make your voice heard by voting. 

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling is the associate producer. 

]]> Hallelujaween Part Two: Black Horror (ft. Professor Tananarive Due) Maximum Fun 01:01:48 Coming up on the show: part two of our Hallelulujah-ween spectacular! This week, we’re talking Black horror movies with film historian Tananarive Due Coming up on the show: part two of our Hallelulujah-ween spectacular! This week, we’re talking Black horror movies with film historian Tananarive Due lovecraft country, get out, us, professor tananarive due, black art, black horror, ucla, halloween, afro-futurism, the lie, jarrett hill trevell anderson, halloween candy, journalism, fims, jordan peele, movies, black box, totally under control true full 39 9b7110f2-3624-4ee8-839e-57a0a9aecb3e Hallelujahween!? This week, in part one of our two-part Halloween special, Tre’vell and Jarrett talk about their childhood experiences with Halloween, what candy will get you cussed out and answer the question: Do Black people celebrate Halloween? Plus, a sneak-peak of Jarrett's chat with "Bad Hair" director Justin Simien and more!  

Is Hallalujah-ween just as satisfying as trick or treating? Will White celebs somehow find a way to do Blackface this year despite wearing a mask? Do we need to be reminded again that "we are a culture not a mask?" Spooky skeleton season and even spookier candy corn gets the FANTI treatment 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss the recent stunts of Black entertainers including Ice Cube, 50 Cent and Diddy. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the new Focus Features documentary The Way I See It which will make you miss the days of decorum and full sentences. He also has an honorable mention for the film Sylvie's Love which drops on Christmas. You can watch the trailer here.

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Patrik Ian Polk who was a part of this year's BIPOC queer film cannon panel at New Fest. Learn more about it here. 

Another honorable mention goes out to the film Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom starring Viola Thee Davis and features the late Chadwick Boseman in his final performance. 

One last honorable mention for the wonderful Issa Rae who hosted SNL this past week!

And finally, we would like to mention the civil unrest currently going on in Nigeria and the activists and protestors currently risking their lives to end police brutality and overreach. To learn more about this subject you can read “Queer Nigerians Are Being Beaten by SARS — I'm Trying to End That” by Matthew Blaise. 

Do you have a voting plan? Click here for more information on how you can make your voice heard by voting. 

And remember…

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor 

#BlackTransLivesMatter

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher

 is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

is our associate producer. 

]]> Thu, 22 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, in part one of our two-part Halloween special, Tre’vell and Jarrett talk about their childhood experiences with Halloween, what candy will get you cussed out and answer the question: Do Black people celebrate Halloween? Plus, a sneak-peak of Jarrett's chat with "Bad Hair" director Justin Simien and more!  

Is Hallalujah-ween just as satisfying as trick or treating? Will White celebs somehow find a way to do Blackface this year despite wearing a mask? Do we need to be reminded again that "we are a culture not a mask?" Spooky skeleton season and even spookier candy corn gets the FANTI treatment 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss the recent stunts of Black entertainers including Ice Cube, 50 Cent and Diddy. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the new Focus Features documentary The Way I See It which will make you miss the days of decorum and full sentences. He also has an honorable mention for the film Sylvie's Love which drops on Christmas. You can watch the trailer here.

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Patrik Ian Polk who was a part of this year's BIPOC queer film cannon panel at New Fest. Learn more about it here. 

Another honorable mention goes out to the film Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom starring Viola Thee Davis and features the late Chadwick Boseman in his final performance. 

One last honorable mention for the wonderful Issa Rae who hosted SNL this past week!

And finally, we would like to mention the civil unrest currently going on in Nigeria and the activists and protestors currently risking their lives to end police brutality and overreach. To learn more about this subject you can read “Queer Nigerians Are Being Beaten by SARS — I'm Trying to End That” by Matthew Blaise. 

Do you have a voting plan? Click here for more information on how you can make your voice heard by voting. 

And remember…

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher

 is the senior producer.

Jordan Kauwling

is our associate producer. 

]]> Hallelujahween!? Maximum Fun 00:56:10 This week, in part one of our two-part Halloween special, Tre’vell and Jarrett talk about their childhood experiences with Halloween, what candy will get you cussed out and answer the question: Do Black people celebrate Halloween? Plus, a sneak-peak of Jarrett's chat with "Bad Hair" director Justin Simien and more!  This week, in part one of our two-part Halloween special, Tre’vell and Jarrett talk about their childhood experiences with Halloween, what candy will get you cussed out and answer the question: Do Black people celebrate Halloween? Plus, a sneak-peak of Jarrett's chat with "Bad Hair" director Justin Simien and more!  halloween, ice cube, jarrett hill trevell anderson, the power rangers, christianity, journalism, justin simien, 50 cent, viola davis, barack obama, patrik ian polk, msnbc true full 38 8fa30183-c72c-4b75-9e64-2c1e00137144 Turning the Spotlight on the Shade Room (ft. Michael Blackmon) This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by BuzzFeed culture reporter Micheal Blackmon who shares his thoughts on The Shade Room—the insanely popular Instagram-based gossip platform that even Barack Obama knows of!

But with the platform trafficking in  anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment a lot more folks have been asking, “Is The Shade Room Too Toxic To Function?”

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

Love in the time of Lady Rona. Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss wedding protocol during a pandemic. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the new NPR podcast Louder Than A Riot and another honorable mention for the Stonewall Community Foundation Vision Awards.

With all his dishonor saved up for one special group, this week it's got to go to the people up in The White House and the justices and everyone involved in the decision to end the 2020 census on October 15. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Megan Thee Stallion and her op-ed in the New York Times as well as a posthumous honorable mention for the late Monica Roberts. 

Finally…

Don't forget to vote!

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]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by BuzzFeed culture reporter Micheal Blackmon who shares his thoughts on The Shade Room—the insanely popular Instagram-based gossip platform that even Barack Obama knows of!

But with the platform trafficking in  anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment a lot more folks have been asking, “Is The Shade Room Too Toxic To Function?”

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

Love in the time of Lady Rona. Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss wedding protocol during a pandemic. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the new NPR podcast Louder Than A Riot and another honorable mention for the Stonewall Community Foundation Vision Awards.

With all his dishonor saved up for one special group, this week it's got to go to the people up in The White House and the justices and everyone involved in the decision to end the 2020 census on October 15. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Megan Thee Stallion and her op-ed in the New York Times as well as a posthumous honorable mention for the late Monica Roberts. 

Finally…

Don't forget to vote!

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor 

#BlackTransLivesMatter

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Turning the Spotlight on the Shade Room (ft. Michael Blackmon) Maximum Fun 01:00:26 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by BuzzFeed culture reporter Michael Blackmon who shares his thoughts on The Shade Room—the insanely popular Instagram-based gossip platform that even Barack Obama knows of! This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by BuzzFeed culture reporter Michael Blackmon who shares his thoughts on The Shade Room—the insanely popular Instagram-based gossip platform that even Barack Obama knows of! jarrett hill trevell anderson, journalism, buzzfeed, michael blackmon, the shade room true full 37 772d79db-be1c-47fb-a266-584b767494e9 Da-Da Got Fired: Intersectionality & Code-Switching This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking all about code-switching and how our identities and intersections dictate how we choose to (and are sometimes forced to) navigate the world. 

There’s a phenomenon that all of us that are marginalized people experience, probably on a pretty regular basis, called code-switching when amongst mixed-company. 

To code-switch is to change the way you speak – maybe almost involuntarily – when you’re engaging people perceived to be of similar lived experience, distinctly different than when you’re amongst people perceived to be of varied, differing backgrounds.

Most of us adjust our tone and timbre according to the person we're addressing. We speak to our friends one way. To our grandmother a different way. And to our boss in a completely different way. 

But does code-switching still serve us? 

Some feel it's the key to upward mobility. Molly from HBO's Insecure had sage advice for her new law intern Rasheeda aka Da-Da for refusing to code-switch but Da-Da seemed to be doing just fine without it. 

Until she wasn't. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

Everybody in the White House got the rona.   

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we're shouting out our own Tre'vell Anderson who interviewed pop superstar Normani for Teen Vogue. You can read the full article here.   

Also, we're checking out The Forty-Year Old Version on Netflix. 

Finally…

The Census has been extended to October 31st, if you haven’t done it, do it today, it’s super easy, it won’t even take you 10 minutes. Go to Census.gov and fill it out right now

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor 

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher

 is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 8 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking all about code-switching and how our identities and intersections dictate how we choose to (and are sometimes forced to) navigate the world. 

There’s a phenomenon that all of us that are marginalized people experience, probably on a pretty regular basis, called code-switching when amongst mixed-company. 

To code-switch is to change the way you speak – maybe almost involuntarily – when you’re engaging people perceived to be of similar lived experience, distinctly different than when you’re amongst people perceived to be of varied, differing backgrounds.

Most of us adjust our tone and timbre according to the person we're addressing. We speak to our friends one way. To our grandmother a different way. And to our boss in a completely different way. 

But does code-switching still serve us? 

Some feel it's the key to upward mobility. Molly from HBO's Insecure had sage advice for her new law intern Rasheeda aka Da-Da for refusing to code-switch but Da-Da seemed to be doing just fine without it. 

Until she wasn't. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

Everybody in the White House got the rona.   

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we're shouting out our own Tre'vell Anderson who interviewed pop superstar Normani for Teen Vogue. You can read the full article here.   

Also, we're checking out The Forty-Year Old Version on Netflix. 

Finally…

The Census has been extended to October 31st, if you haven’t done it, do it today, it’s super easy, it won’t even take you 10 minutes. Go to Census.gov and fill it out right now

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor 

#BlackTransLivesMatter

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher

 is the senior producer.

]]> Da-Da Got Fired: Intersectionality & Code-Switching Maximum Fun 00:55:25 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking all about code-switching and how our identities and intersections dictate how we choose to (and are sometimes forced to) navigate the world. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking all about code-switching and how our identities and intersections dictate how we choose to (and are sometimes forced to) navigate the world. teen vogue, normani, jarrett hill trevell anderson, journalism, code-switching, insecure true full 36 f12535fd-30de-4f31-b5ac-e5b83c2ccb7b Divesting from Bill Cosby Ain't Easy This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett kick off part one of our three-part series about how Black America grapples with the parts of Black nostalgia some deem too problematic to enjoy.

In 2018 Issa Rae said this.

The subtext to this declaration of Black solidarity includes the fact that while the Black collective may be "rooting for everybody Black" we weren't talking about just anybody. 

Specifically, we aren't talking about those within the Black community who do harm within and outside of said community. 

So, we aren't rooting for Tory. 

Or Chris. 

Or Candace. 

And we certainly aren't rooting for "America's Father" now that we know him better as "Pill Cosby. "

But where does that leave the hundreds of actors, writers and producers who helped to create products like The Cosby Show and had nothing to do with the man currently sitting in prison for being a monster? 

And where does that leave the millions of Black people who grew up with the show (and its spinoff A Different World) and who would like to support the work of the cast and crew? 

We'll offer you our take and you can decide for yourself...

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

Jarrett slowly realizes that he does in fact have an OnlyFans account.  

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we're shouting out Glee star Amber Riley (aka Riley) who has a dope new single you can check out here. 

We're also honoring the team over at The New York Times who broke the Trump taxes story.   

An honorable mention to The Great Pottery Throwdown. Watch it stateside here. If pottery is not your bag you can check out American Barbecue Showdown here. 

Stop arguing with your cousin on Facebook for a second and check out The Social Dilemma and wonder no more how we all got here. 

Catch All In: The Fight for Democracy over on Amazon here.

Finally…

The Census has been extended to October 31st, if you haven’t done it, do it today, it’s super easy, it won’t even take you 10 minutes. Go to Census.gov and fill it out right now

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor 

#BlackTransLivesMatter

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 1 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett kick off part one of our three-part series about how Black America grapples with the parts of Black nostalgia some deem too problematic to enjoy.

In 2018 Issa Rae said this.

The subtext to this declaration of Black solidarity includes the fact that while the Black collective may be "rooting for everybody Black" we weren't talking about just anybody. 

Specifically, we aren't talking about those within the Black community who do harm within and outside of said community. 

So, we aren't rooting for Tory. 

Or Chris. 

Or Candace. 

And we certainly aren't rooting for "America's Father" now that we know him better as "Pill Cosby. "

But where does that leave the hundreds of actors, writers and producers who helped to create products like The Cosby Show and had nothing to do with the man currently sitting in prison for being a monster? 

And where does that leave the millions of Black people who grew up with the show (and its spinoff A Different World) and who would like to support the work of the cast and crew? 

We'll offer you our take and you can decide for yourself...

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

Jarrett slowly realizes that he does in fact have an OnlyFans account.  

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we're shouting out Glee star Amber Riley (aka Riley) who has a dope new single you can check out here. 

We're also honoring the team over at The New York Times who broke the Trump taxes story.   

An honorable mention to The Great Pottery Throwdown. Watch it stateside here. If pottery is not your bag you can check out American Barbecue Showdown here. 

Stop arguing with your cousin on Facebook for a second and check out The Social Dilemma and wonder no more how we all got here. 

Catch All In: The Fight for Democracy over on Amazon here.

Finally…

The Census has been extended to October 31st, if you haven’t done it, do it today, it’s super easy, it won’t even take you 10 minutes. Go to Census.gov and fill it out right now

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor 

#BlackTransLivesMatter

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@FANTIpodcast

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Divesting from Bill Cosby Ain't Easy Maximum Fun 00:53:30 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett kick off part one of our three-part series. This week: Bill Cosby. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett kick off part one of our three-part series. This week: Bill Cosby. true full 35 be963bee-110d-49ce-9853-473c8040abcc RHOA (Who Gon' Check Them, Boo?) This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett give the Real Housewives of Atlanta the FANTI treatment. 

With news of breakout star Nene Leakes leaving the reality series this season, FANTI takes a look at the good, the bad and the ashy that is (in our humble opinions) the best of the franchise.  

But first...

T-Time

Jarrett checks in with Tre'vell on their hunt for the perfect therapist match. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we have special Emmy Honorable Mentions for Zendaya and Tyler Perry as well as Emmy loser Ramy. Congrats to all who were nominated and the folks who produced this year's show. 

An honorable mention to Texas Isaah and their new Studio Museum Residency. Follow them here. 

Show Notes

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher

 is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2020 10:00:04 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett give the Real Housewives of Atlanta the FANTI treatment. 

With news of breakout star Nene Leakes leaving the reality series this season, FANTI takes a look at the good, the bad and the ashy that is (in our humble opinions) the best of the franchise.  

But first...

T-Time

Jarrett checks in with Tre'vell on their hunt for the perfect therapist match. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we have special Emmy Honorable Mentions for Zendaya and Tyler Perry as well as Emmy loser Ramy. Congrats to all who were nominated and the folks who produced this year's show. 

An honorable mention to Texas Isaah and their new Studio Museum Residency. Follow them here. 

Show Notes

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor 

#BlackTransLivesMatter

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher

 is the senior producer.

]]> RHOA (Who Gon' Check Them, Boo?) Maximum Fun 00:53:40 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett give the Real Housewives of Atlanta the FANTI treatment. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett give the Real Housewives of Atlanta the FANTI treatment. ramy, phaedra parks, the emmys, reality television, kandi burress, kenya moore, jarrett hill trevell anderson, nene lake, zendaya, journalism, real housewives of atlanta, rhoa, bravo, tyler perry true full 34 e2a3ae32-2263-48d9-8b5b-043de6b881ec Whoopins (I Turned Out Fine. Or Did I?) This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are addressing another controversial topic: spankings. 

How individuals choose to raise their children is often a very personal decision based, in part, on how the parent(s) were disciplined themselves. Whether it's spankings, time-outs, withholding privileges or some combination, everyone has an opinion on what's the best way to raise good kids.  

Reenforcing positive behavior and correcting negative actions in our children is important in most households but are their differences across ethnic lines?

FANTI examines corporal punishment and whether or not it's an effective means of discipline? 

Jarrett and Tre'vell take a look at their own upbringings, what they think spanking did (or didn't do) to impact the kind of adults they grew up to be and reveal why they think some people actually deserved a good chancla to the head. 

But first...

A Tough Question

Chris F wants to know where Jarrett and Tre'vell stand on the b-word. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, Jarrett has a mention for the US Census. You can click here for more information and to make sure you are being represented. 

Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for JK Rowling and her transphobic trash opinions. 

Jarrett would like to acknowledge the first Black woman to run for Vice President of the United States, Charlotta Bass, with an honorable mention. Ms. Bass crawled back in 1952 so that Kamala Harris could walk. 

An honorable mention comes from Tre'vell for ex Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum. Gillum recently sat down with journalist Tamron Hall and revealed that he is a bisexual man. 

Jarrett's got one more honorable mention for friend to the show Dr Lori and her new book My God Today. You can follow her here. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Jarrett's new TikTok channel. 

Show Notes

Read more about the study from the American Psychological Association. 

#BlackLivesMatter

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Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2020 10:00:03 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are addressing another controversial topic: spankings. 

How individuals choose to raise their children is often a very personal decision based, in part, on how the parent(s) were disciplined themselves. Whether it's spankings, time-outs, withholding privileges or some combination, everyone has an opinion on what's the best way to raise good kids.  

Reenforcing positive behavior and correcting negative actions in our children is important in most households but are their differences across ethnic lines?

FANTI examines corporal punishment and whether or not it's an effective means of discipline? 

Jarrett and Tre'vell take a look at their own upbringings, what they think spanking did (or didn't do) to impact the kind of adults they grew up to be and reveal why they think some people actually deserved a good chancla to the head. 

But first...

A Tough Question

Chris F wants to know where Jarrett and Tre'vell stand on the b-word. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, Jarrett has a mention for the US Census. You can click here for more information and to make sure you are being represented. 

Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for JK Rowling and her transphobic trash opinions. 

Jarrett would like to acknowledge the first Black woman to run for Vice President of the United States, Charlotta Bass, with an honorable mention. Ms. Bass crawled back in 1952 so that Kamala Harris could walk. 

An honorable mention comes from Tre'vell for ex Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum. Gillum recently sat down with journalist Tamron Hall and revealed that he is a bisexual man. 

Jarrett's got one more honorable mention for friend to the show Dr Lori and her new book My God Today. You can follow her here. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Jarrett's new TikTok channel. 

Show Notes

Read more about the study from the American Psychological Association. 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Whoopins (I Turned Out Fine. Or Did I?) Maximum Fun 00:58:10 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are addressing another controversial topic: spankings. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are addressing another controversial topic: spankings. jk rowling, corporal punishment, andrew gillum, charlotta bass, jarrett hill trevell anderson, tamron hall, journalism, us census, spankings true full 33 890bb40e-0c50-449f-962f-a480c864d281 “What Was Said!?” (FANTI FamMail) This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are addressing some of your #FANTIFam Mail. 

We'll delve a bit deeper into some of our most recent FANTI topics and answer some of your questions (and concerns) we've received from you via email, Twitter and our IG DMs. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, we give an honorable mention to Jackée Harry who carried the entire cast of Sister Sister on her back like a mink stole. 

 

An dishonorable mention for Jessica Krug aka Jessica La Bamba for playing in Black folk's faces to the point of pretending to be Afro-Latinx. Stahp it. 

Another dishonorable mention for gender reveal parties and the destruction that they create. 

An honorable mention for the cast of this week's Zoom Where it Happens featuring Sanaa Lathan, Tracee Ellis Ross, Regina King, Alfree Woodard, Lena Waithe and Jesse Williams and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood. 

 

Lastly, oxtails. Just because. 

 

Show Notes

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

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Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher

 is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 10 Sep 2020 10:00:39 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are addressing some of your #FANTIFam Mail. 

We'll delve a bit deeper into some of our most recent FANTI topics and answer some of your questions (and concerns) we've received from you via email, Twitter and our IG DMs. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, we give an honorable mention to Jackée Harry who carried the entire cast of Sister Sister on her back like a mink stole. 

 

An dishonorable mention for Jessica Krug aka Jessica La Bamba for playing in Black folk's faces to the point of pretending to be Afro-Latinx. Stahp it. 

Another dishonorable mention for gender reveal parties and the destruction that they create. 

An honorable mention for the cast of this week's Zoom Where it Happens featuring Sanaa Lathan, Tracee Ellis Ross, Regina King, Alfree Woodard, Lena Waithe and Jesse Williams and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood. 

 

Lastly, oxtails. Just because. 

 

Show Notes

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher

 is the senior producer.

]]> “What Was Said!?” (FANTI FamMail) Maximum Fun 00:56:01 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are addressing some of your #FANTIFam Mail. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are addressing some of your #FANTIFam Mail. sanaa lathan, lena waithe, sam smith, jackee harry, jarrett hill trevell anderson, golden girls, tracee ellis ross, journalism, regina king, gabriel union, alfree woodard true full 32 8bdb1be2-7041-4b1a-ab44-e05af60a407d White Singer. Black Voices. (ft. Gerrick Kennedy) We're talking about a gene of music lovingly dubbed "Blue-Eyed Soul" and sharing a few of our White and Non-Black artists who have trafficked in it. Is it cultural appreciation, cultural appropriation or outright theft? 

Get ready for another complex and complicado conversation about how we racialize music. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn:

This week, Jarrett, Tre'vell and Gerrick give us the rundown on the Brandy and Monica Versuz battle. All we really wanna know is:

 

Why were they fighting over a boy who clearly belonged to the streets?  

 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, we give an honorable mention to the late Chadwick Boseman who passed away Friday after a four-year fight with colon cancer. Rest in Power, King T'Challa!  

 

An honorable mention for Niecy Nash who apparently Cleaaaaaned House and got remarried to singer Jessica Betts. Congratulations to the gorgeous couple! 

Another honorable mention to Bianca Alston for her upcoming marriage this Sunday and finally an honorable mention for everyone over at the new HBO Max show Lovecraft Country. You can click here to catch episode one for free. 

Show Notes

Keep up to date on this week's guest here.  

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 3 Sep 2020 10:00:06 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ We're talking about a gene of music lovingly dubbed "Blue-Eyed Soul" and sharing a few of our White and Non-Black artists who have trafficked in it. Is it cultural appreciation, cultural appropriation or outright theft? 

Get ready for another complex and complicado conversation about how we racialize music. 

But first...

Pass the Popcorn:

This week, Jarrett, Tre'vell and Gerrick give us the rundown on the Brandy and Monica Versuz battle. All we really wanna know is:

 

Why were they fighting over a boy who clearly belonged to the streets?  

 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, we give an honorable mention to the late Chadwick Boseman who passed away Friday after a four-year fight with colon cancer. Rest in Power, King T'Challa!  

 

An honorable mention for Niecy Nash who apparently Cleaaaaaned House and got remarried to singer Jessica Betts. Congratulations to the gorgeous couple! 

Another honorable mention to Bianca Alston for her upcoming marriage this Sunday and finally an honorable mention for everyone over at the new HBO Max show Lovecraft Country. You can click here to catch episode one for free. 

Show Notes

Keep up to date on this week's guest here.  

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

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Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> White Singer. Black Voices. (ft. Gerrick Kennedy) Maximum Fun 01:10:36 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by music journalist, cultural critic and author Gerrick Kennedy. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by music journalist, cultural critic and author Gerrick Kennedy. gerrick kennedy, adele, sam smith, jon b. p!nk, black eyed peas, blue-eyed soul, jarrett hill trevell anderson, justin timberlake, journalism, fergie, pop music, black music true full 31 7ab8d539-0094-4279-a6c6-8e1482889643 My Brother's Keeper, or Nah (ft. Seth Brundle and Dr. Charles HF Davis) This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by Seth Brundle and Dr. Charles HF Davis for an honest and open discussion about the myriad of ways cishet Black men are failing the Black community. 

This should go without saying but let's just say it: 

We LOVE Black men. 

We love the resilience, the vulnerability, the joy in spite of a country that seeks to harm, the righteous anger, the creativity and all of the good-good that goes along with being a Black man in America and beyond!

But…

There's some fuckbois in this house. 

We dig deeper into the recent story of hip hop star Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez and why the latter thought pulling a gun on the former was anything other than the absolute worst idea on the planet. 

Plus, we'll talk about the various ways Black men can show up for each other and their communities without falling victim to toxic masculinity.

But first...

A Tough Question:

This week, Jarrett seeks advice from Tre'vell on the screening process Black folks should implement to screen out potential White love interests who aren't as "down for the cause" as they should be. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we give an honorable mention to Mike Hill who has a new book out and Jamie Harrison who could potentially unseat Lady G in the Senate. Click here if you're interested in making a donation to Harrison's campaign.

We've also got some honorable mentions for the team over at the Los Angeles Times who handled the Chicano Moratorium retrospective and Black game show contestants. 

DISHONORABLE mentions go out to The Whitney Museum which recently “acquired” works from Black and Black queer and trans artists via print sales for the movement. In addition to the art they also had a bunch of audacity. 

Lastly, a dishonorable mention to the police involved in the shooting of Jacob Blake. 

Black Lives Matter...kind of weird that we keep having to say this. 

Show Notes

Keep up to date on this week's guests here and here. 

Catch Jarrett and April Ryan's conversation about Madame Be Best and her lil speech here. 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

 

]]> Thu, 27 Aug 2020 10:00:05 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by Seth Brundle and Dr. Charles HF Davis for an honest and open discussion about the myriad of ways cishet Black men are failing the Black community. 

This should go without saying but let's just say it: 

We LOVE Black men. 

We love the resilience, the vulnerability, the joy in spite of a country that seeks to harm, the righteous anger, the creativity and all of the good-good that goes along with being a Black man in America and beyond!

But…

There's some fuckbois in this house. 

We dig deeper into the recent story of hip hop star Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez and why the latter thought pulling a gun on the former was anything other than the absolute worst idea on the planet. 

Plus, we'll talk about the various ways Black men can show up for each other and their communities without falling victim to toxic masculinity.

But first...

A Tough Question:

This week, Jarrett seeks advice from Tre'vell on the screening process Black folks should implement to screen out potential White love interests who aren't as "down for the cause" as they should be. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we give an honorable mention to Mike Hill who has a new book out and Jamie Harrison who could potentially unseat Lady G in the Senate. Click here if you're interested in making a donation to Harrison's campaign.

We've also got some honorable mentions for the team over at the Los Angeles Times who handled the Chicano Moratorium retrospective and Black game show contestants. 

DISHONORABLE mentions go out to The Whitney Museum which recently “acquired” works from Black and Black queer and trans artists via print sales for the movement. In addition to the art they also had a bunch of audacity. 

Lastly, a dishonorable mention to the police involved in the shooting of Jacob Blake. 

Black Lives Matter...kind of weird that we keep having to say this. 

Show Notes

Keep up to date on this week's guests here and here. 

Catch Jarrett and April Ryan's conversation about Madame Be Best and her lil speech here. 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

 

]]> My Brother's Keeper, or Nah (ft. Seth Brundle and Dr. Charles HF Davis) Maximum Fun 00:56:16 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by Seth Brundle and Dr. Charles HF Davis for an honest and open discussion about the myriad of ways cishet Black men are failing the Black community.  This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by Seth Brundle and Dr. Charles HF Davis for an honest and open discussion about the myriad of ways cishet Black men are failing the Black community.  tory lanez, black lives matter, megan thee stallion, toxic masculinity, jarrett hill trevell anderson, seth brundle, journalism, dr. charles hf davis, black men true full 30 f6fe0687-5913-4934-842a-bb7ce3fcfb6e Vote or Don't, But Dude Gotta Go (ft. Mervyn Marcano) This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by political strategist Mervyn Marcano to discuss the conflicts of being a voter and living in the intersections. 

Does any party have a platform that truly aligns with the beliefs and needs of those groups most marginalized? Does the Democratic party deserve the Black vote, the LGBTQI vote or the vote of women? Have they done enough in this election cycle to earn those votes or do they leave voters in those groups in the position of choosing them by default when the other choice is Trump? 

But first...

Pass The Popcorn:

This week, Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss  "A Pimp Named Slickback" aka Katt Williams who recently partnered with Supreme for a digital ad campaign in which the comedian addressed our current moment and racial injustice. Click here for the full video. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we give an honorable mention to First Lady (Always) Michelle Obama who gave a stirring speech during this week's Democratic National Convention. Can't wait to hear Be Best do the remix. 

An honorable mention is in order for friend to the show Shar Jossell. If you're not checking out #SundaysWithShar on IG please remedy that immediately.  

We have another honorable mention for former guest Antonio Johnson whose new book “You Next: Reflections in Black Barbershops” you can pre-order here or from your local Black owned bookstore. 

An honorable mention for podcast host Kid Fury who recently revealed that they have been struggling a bit with their mental health and we encourage you to give yourself the space to feel the feelings we've all been collectively grappling with during these tough times and to be kind to each other and yourselves. 

Finally, a DISHONORABLE mention for those who did not not get the memo that Trans Lives Matter! Our thoughts are with the three women recently attacked right here in Los Angeles. We have to do better and we WILL do better. 

Show Notes

Learn more about what The Breathe Act does here. 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 20 Aug 2020 10:00:13 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by political strategist Mervyn Marcano to discuss the conflicts of being a voter and living in the intersections. 

Does any party have a platform that truly aligns with the beliefs and needs of those groups most marginalized? Does the Democratic party deserve the Black vote, the LGBTQI vote or the vote of women? Have they done enough in this election cycle to earn those votes or do they leave voters in those groups in the position of choosing them by default when the other choice is Trump? 

But first...

Pass The Popcorn:

This week, Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss  "A Pimp Named Slickback" aka Katt Williams who recently partnered with Supreme for a digital ad campaign in which the comedian addressed our current moment and racial injustice. Click here for the full video. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, we give an honorable mention to First Lady (Always) Michelle Obama who gave a stirring speech during this week's Democratic National Convention. Can't wait to hear Be Best do the remix. 

An honorable mention is in order for friend to the show Shar Jossell. If you're not checking out #SundaysWithShar on IG please remedy that immediately.  

We have another honorable mention for former guest Antonio Johnson whose new book “You Next: Reflections in Black Barbershops” you can pre-order here or from your local Black owned bookstore. 

An honorable mention for podcast host Kid Fury who recently revealed that they have been struggling a bit with their mental health and we encourage you to give yourself the space to feel the feelings we've all been collectively grappling with during these tough times and to be kind to each other and yourselves. 

Finally, a DISHONORABLE mention for those who did not not get the memo that Trans Lives Matter! Our thoughts are with the three women recently attacked right here in Los Angeles. We have to do better and we WILL do better. 

Show Notes

Learn more about what The Breathe Act does here. 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Vote or Don't, But Dude Gotta Go (ft. Mervyn Marcano) Maximum Fun 00:56:03 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by political strategist Mervyn Marcano to discuss the conflicts of being a voter and living in the intersections.  This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by political strategist Mervyn Marcano to discuss the conflicts of being a voter and living in the intersections.  mervyn marcado, jarrett hill trevell anderson, elections, democrats, kamala harris, journalism, voting, republicans, democratic national convention, michelle obama, joe biden true full 29 6145e45b-75a2-4a3a-9c75-5f0c92578616 Proud to Be a Black and Jewish American (ft. Soraya McDonald) This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by culture critic and Pulitzer Prize nominee Soraya McDonald to gain her perspective on the intersections of identity. 

What does it mean to be Jewish and Black in America? Whose stories are accepted as the default representation of an ethnic group? We'll examine the various ways the social construct of race operate within the Jewish faith. 

But first...

T(ea!) Time:

In a new segment,  Tre'vell  takes us on their journey to discovering more about themselves and the world through therapy. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett would like to remind us all that it has been 150 days since Breonna Taylor was brutally murdered by the Louisville, KY police department. She deserves justice. 

An honorable mention to Amber Ruffin and Larry Wilmore who will both have new late night shows debuting on the Pacock app this fall. 

An honorable mention to the Democratic presumptive vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris and to Maya Rudolph who are both about to be booked and busy!

An honorable mention goes out to Keke Palmer who may also be booked and busy with a new show.

And last but not least…

An honorable mention to Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Normani and all the sex-positive folks attached to Cardi and Megan's new hit single, WAP. 

 

Show Notes

Read more from Soraya McDonald at The Undefeated here. 

Click here to catch Tre’vell moderating a screening of episode 7 of "P Valley" for NewFest Thursday, August 20 at 8pm ET

Click here to watch the MaxFunDrive 2020 Live Finale-thon!

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

 

]]> Thu, 13 Aug 2020 10:00:10 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by culture critic and Pulitzer Prize nominee Soraya McDonald to gain her perspective on the intersections of identity. 

What does it mean to be Jewish and Black in America? Whose stories are accepted as the default representation of an ethnic group? We'll examine the various ways the social construct of race operate within the Jewish faith. 

But first...

T(ea!) Time:

In a new segment,  Tre'vell  takes us on their journey to discovering more about themselves and the world through therapy. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett would like to remind us all that it has been 150 days since Breonna Taylor was brutally murdered by the Louisville, KY police department. She deserves justice. 

An honorable mention to Amber Ruffin and Larry Wilmore who will both have new late night shows debuting on the Pacock app this fall. 

An honorable mention to the Democratic presumptive vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris and to Maya Rudolph who are both about to be booked and busy!

An honorable mention goes out to Keke Palmer who may also be booked and busy with a new show.

And last but not least…

An honorable mention to Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Normani and all the sex-positive folks attached to Cardi and Megan's new hit single, WAP. 

 

Show Notes

Read more from Soraya McDonald at The Undefeated here. 

Click here to catch Tre’vell moderating a screening of episode 7 of "P Valley" for NewFest Thursday, August 20 at 8pm ET

Click here to watch the MaxFunDrive 2020 Live Finale-thon!

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

 

]]> Proud to Be a Black and Jewish American (ft. Soraya McDonald) Maximum Fun 01:01:32 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by culture critic and Pulitzer Prize nominee Soraya McDonald to gain her perspective on the intersections of identity.  This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by culture critic and Pulitzer Prize nominee Soraya McDonald to gain her perspective on the intersections of identity.  anti semitism, jarrett hill trevell anderson, nick cannon, journalism, proud to be an american, anti blackness true full 28 17ad874d-7a6f-4e5e-b5a4-02addc7226ca Beyoncé is King This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett do their absolute best to give the gift, the voice, the Queen that is BEYONCÉ the FANTI treatment. 

If you've been living under a rock for the past week maybe you missed the news about Mrs. Knowles Carter and her reinterpretation of Disney's The Lion King for her movie Black is King.

We'll get into what's so great about Beyoncé (SPOILER ALERT: Everayyythaaaang!) and take time to dissect a few of the criticisms the multi-talented star has received for the film and in her career so far. 

Is Beyoncé using "Africa" as a costume or is it merely another example of African Americans desire to reconnect to their stolen roots?

Is the artist guilty of cultural appropriation or is it appreciation?

We'll take a deeper look at the artist's love letter to the continent and parse through a few of the milestones of her long and successful career.

But first...

A Tough Question

This week, Tre'vell would like to know if it's necessary or even preferable for a Black person to have a Black therapist? 

DIS/Honorable Mentions (Black is King Edition)

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Yemi Alade whose work on "Don't Jealous Me" was impeccable. You can pick up her latest album, Woman of Steel, here. Costume Designer Zerina Akers, Colorist Robert Crosby and Lead hairstylist Neal Farinah along with a team that included Nakia Rachon Collins all did what needed to be done. 

An honorable mention to Mrs. Tina Knowles-Lawson for gifting us with the gift!

And last but certainly not least…

An HONORABLE mention to the one and only Blue Ivy Carter who came through and made it all look easy!

 

Show Notes

Read more from Tshiamo Malatji,Tineka Smith, Luvvie Ajayi and Judicaelle Irakoze here, here, here and here. 

Click here for more information about the Max Fun Drive Finale show. 

Click here for more info about Jarrett's show this Saturday, This Comedy Show is No Joke. 

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 6 Aug 2020 10:00:32 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett do their absolute best to give the gift, the voice, the Queen that is BEYONCÉ the FANTI treatment. 

If you've been living under a rock for the past week maybe you missed the news about Mrs. Knowles Carter and her reinterpretation of Disney's The Lion King for her movie Black is King.

We'll get into what's so great about Beyoncé (SPOILER ALERT: Everayyythaaaang!) and take time to dissect a few of the criticisms the multi-talented star has received for the film and in her career so far. 

Is Beyoncé using "Africa" as a costume or is it merely another example of African Americans desire to reconnect to their stolen roots?

Is the artist guilty of cultural appropriation or is it appreciation?

We'll take a deeper look at the artist's love letter to the continent and parse through a few of the milestones of her long and successful career.

But first...

A Tough Question

This week, Tre'vell would like to know if it's necessary or even preferable for a Black person to have a Black therapist? 

DIS/Honorable Mentions (Black is King Edition)

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Yemi Alade whose work on "Don't Jealous Me" was impeccable. You can pick up her latest album, Woman of Steel, here. Costume Designer Zerina Akers, Colorist Robert Crosby and Lead hairstylist Neal Farinah along with a team that included Nakia Rachon Collins all did what needed to be done. 

An honorable mention to Mrs. Tina Knowles-Lawson for gifting us with the gift!

And last but certainly not least…

An HONORABLE mention to the one and only Blue Ivy Carter who came through and made it all look easy!

 

Show Notes

Read more from Tshiamo Malatji,Tineka Smith, Luvvie Ajayi and Judicaelle Irakoze here, here, here and here. 

Click here for more information about the Max Fun Drive Finale show. 

Click here for more info about Jarrett's show this Saturday, This Comedy Show is No Joke. 

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Beyoncé is King Maximum Fun 00:57:54 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett do their absolute best to give the gift, the voice, the Queen that is BEYONCÉ the FANTI treatment.  This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett do their absolute best to give the gift, the voice, the Queen that is BEYONCÉ the FANTI treatment.  black podcast, black is king, tina knowles lawson, jarrett hill trevell anderson, beyoncé, beyonce, journalism, blue ivy carter, the lion king, disney plus true full 27 e4b121f7-bc3b-454f-9aab-eeef3adc6792 Okay Allies, Now Let's Get in Formation! (ft. Jarrett Lucas) This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by guest and Stonewall Community Foundation Executive Director Jarrett Lucas for a complex and complicado conversation about what it means to be an ally. 

Being referred to as an "ally" is something many see as a badge of honor but along with the badge comes the task at hand. Allyship isn't just about words or labels. It's about actions. Ideally, the non-performative kind.

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

This week, we're taking a look at the 2020 Emmy Nominations. Who was nominated? Who was snubbed? Who's watching Blackish for Anthony Anderson? We have the answers to all your Emmy questions.

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for THE Shea Coulee who secured the crown and the bag in the latest season of Ru Paul's Drag Race All Star. Congrats to our new Queen!

Also, an honorable mention for Ramy Youssef and the Hulu show Ramy for being the first Muslim-American sitcom to receive an Emmy nomination. 

Indian Matchmaking on Netflix receives an honorable mention for being the perfect show to catch our attention while many of us are at home. 

Jarrett has an honorable mention the second week in a row for MSNBC's Joy Reid whose new primetime show The Reidout is dominating in the ratings as well as an honorable mention for actor Tiffany Boone. Boone's guest appearance in Little Fire’s Everywhere deserved all dem tings and we can't wait to see their next project. 

An honorable mention to Love, Victor for being binge-worthy fun!

Lastly, an honorable mention to Pierce Freelon and their very endearing Daddy Daughter Day video.


Episode Notes

“But make no mistake, this pain is also a teacher. This pain has taught me to use the words we, they, and all with precision when talking about injustice. This pain has taught me that protest is always about bearing witness and only sometimes about winning.”

Jarrett Lucas on the Stonewall Community Foundation website article titled “Black Pain. Black Power.”

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 30 Jul 2020 10:00:09 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by guest and Stonewall Community Foundation Executive Director Jarrett Lucas for a complex and complicado conversation about what it means to be an ally. 

Being referred to as an "ally" is something many see as a badge of honor but along with the badge comes the task at hand. Allyship isn't just about words or labels. It's about actions. Ideally, the non-performative kind.

But first...

Pass the Popcorn

This week, we're taking a look at the 2020 Emmy Nominations. Who was nominated? Who was snubbed? Who's watching Blackish for Anthony Anderson? We have the answers to all your Emmy questions.

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for THE Shea Coulee who secured the crown and the bag in the latest season of Ru Paul's Drag Race All Star. Congrats to our new Queen!

Also, an honorable mention for Ramy Youssef and the Hulu show Ramy for being the first Muslim-American sitcom to receive an Emmy nomination. 

Indian Matchmaking on Netflix receives an honorable mention for being the perfect show to catch our attention while many of us are at home. 

Jarrett has an honorable mention the second week in a row for MSNBC's Joy Reid whose new primetime show The Reidout is dominating in the ratings as well as an honorable mention for actor Tiffany Boone. Boone's guest appearance in Little Fire’s Everywhere deserved all dem tings and we can't wait to see their next project. 

An honorable mention to Love, Victor for being binge-worthy fun!

Lastly, an honorable mention to Pierce Freelon and their very endearing Daddy Daughter Day video.


Episode Notes

“But make no mistake, this pain is also a teacher. This pain has taught me to use the words we, they, and all with precision when talking about injustice. This pain has taught me that protest is always about bearing witness and only sometimes about winning.”

Jarrett Lucas on the Stonewall Community Foundation website article titled “Black Pain. Black Power.”

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Okay Allies, Now Let's Get in Formation! (ft. Jarrett Lucas) Maximum Fun 00:56:35 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by guest and Stonewall Community Foundation Executive Director Jarrett Lucas This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by guest and Stonewall Community Foundation Executive Director Jarrett Lucas ramy, love victor, shea coulee, the reidout, joy ann reid, netflix, jarrett hill trevell anderson, pierce freelon, jarrett lucas, tiffany boone, stonewall community foundation, journalism, insecure, msnbc, indian matchmaking, hulu true full 26 f7aed789-356a-4caa-9c2c-b9e4bce7a389 Our Two Cents on 50 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking about hip hop mogul Curtis Jackson, better-known as 50 Cent. 

The rapper turned actor, producer and sometimes internet troll has been in the news cycle recently due to a string of comments he made while visiting Lil Wayne's radio show where he labeled Black women as bitter and angry while ridiculing them for failing to be exotic.

[caption id="attachment_66122" align="aligncenter" width="384"]

 Unlike Fiddy, who hails from the exotic isle of...South Jamaica... Queens.[/caption]

We'll discuss the misogynoir, toxic masculinity and just straight-up immaturity behind some of the rapper's worst public moments and discuss what it is about 50 Cent that made audiences love him in the first place!

But first…

A Tough Question

If you're following Jarrett and Tre'vell on the medias social, chances are you saw Jarrett's tweet about our current state of affairs.

This week, we want to know how you're coping during COVID-19 and how you strike a balance between being cautious and living your life.  

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention cooking for the Queens Chloe and Halle and their latest album Ungodly Hour. These young sisters did what needed to be done and have all of the range.  

Jarrett has an honorable mention for MSNBC's Joy Reid whose new show The Reidout.

An honorable mention to playwright and show-runner Katori Hall who joins Bullseye with Jesse Thorn guest host Tre'vell Anderson on NPR this Friday to talk about her new show P-Valley. Both Tre'vell and Jarrett took over the Bullseye desk this week. You can catch Jarrett's interview with Da 5 Bloods' Norm Lewis here. You can stream P-Valley here. 

An honorable mention for Jarrett, from Jarrett for the anniversary of him breaking the Melania Trump speech plagiarism story. 

Lastly, a special mention goes out to friend to the show India Arie who helped get us together about something we mentioned on last week's show. We've never been so pleased to be dragged!

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 23 Jul 2020 10:00:17 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking about hip hop mogul Curtis Jackson, better-known as 50 Cent. 

The rapper turned actor, producer and sometimes internet troll has been in the news cycle recently due to a string of comments he made while visiting Lil Wayne's radio show where he labeled Black women as bitter and angry while ridiculing them for failing to be exotic.

[caption id="attachment_66122" align="aligncenter" width="384"]

 Unlike Fiddy, who hails from the exotic isle of...South Jamaica... Queens.[/caption]

We'll discuss the misogynoir, toxic masculinity and just straight-up immaturity behind some of the rapper's worst public moments and discuss what it is about 50 Cent that made audiences love him in the first place!

But first…

A Tough Question

If you're following Jarrett and Tre'vell on the medias social, chances are you saw Jarrett's tweet about our current state of affairs.

This week, we want to know how you're coping during COVID-19 and how you strike a balance between being cautious and living your life.  

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention cooking for the Queens Chloe and Halle and their latest album Ungodly Hour. These young sisters did what needed to be done and have all of the range.  

Jarrett has an honorable mention for MSNBC's Joy Reid whose new show The Reidout.

An honorable mention to playwright and show-runner Katori Hall who joins Bullseye with Jesse Thorn guest host Tre'vell Anderson on NPR this Friday to talk about her new show P-Valley. Both Tre'vell and Jarrett took over the Bullseye desk this week. You can catch Jarrett's interview with Da 5 Bloods' Norm Lewis here. You can stream P-Valley here. 

An honorable mention for Jarrett, from Jarrett for the anniversary of him breaking the Melania Trump speech plagiarism story. 

Lastly, a special mention goes out to friend to the show India Arie who helped get us together about something we mentioned on last week's show. We've never been so pleased to be dragged!

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Our Two Cents on 50 Maximum Fun 00:46:14 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking about hip hop mogul Curtis Jackson, better-known as 50 Cent. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking about hip hop mogul Curtis Jackson, better-known as 50 Cent. katori hall, da 5 bloods, bullseye with jesse thorn, chloe and halle, starz, the reidout, joy ann reid, jarrett hill trevell anderson, journalism, lil wayne, norm lewis, melania trump, 50 cent, michelle obama, power, msnbc, vivica a fox, curtis jackson true full 25 a252b574-a76e-4561-b581-59ba4eca9786 Black Women Have Been Left Out of #MeToo This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett talk to former A&R executive Drew Dixon about the documentary "On the Record." In it she comes forward to tell her story of an alleged sexual assault at the hands of hip hop mogul Russell Simmons. 

We'll discuss the intersectionality of race and gender Black woman face in the hip hop community and the ways in which misogynoir, white supremacy and toxic masculinity work to silence Black woman in the #MeToo movement. 

Please note, this episode includes a frank discussion about the emotional and psychological trauma of sexual assault.

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

This week, we enter into an entanglement with the news story about Will and Jada. You don't need the last names. You know which Will and Jada. If you somehow missed this story in the news cycle you can catch it here. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, Jarrett gets things started with an Honorable Mention to Victor Jackson, a Black lgbtqia icon in the making. You can check out "He Belongs to the City" here.  

A special mention goes out to the late Naya Rivera who tragically drowned this week during a Lake Piru trip with her son. Naya's role as "Santana," the bisexual and talented teen on the hit Fox show "Glee," remains iconic. 

Other mentions that sit in a more nebulous state include Viola Davis on the cover of Vanity Fair as well as the first African American photographer to shoot a cover for the esteemed magazine, Dario Calmese. We don't know what took them so damn long but kudos to Dario and we can't help but Stan Ms. VIOLA DAVIS!

Keeping that same energy, Tre'vell has a mention for producer Tony Cervone who recently revealed that Scooby Doo's Velma was always intended to be a lesbian. 

Lastly, an honorable mention for Gina Prince-Bythewood’s The Old Guard on Netflix. If you're not watching it...catch up here. 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2020 10:00:03 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett talk to former A&R executive Drew Dixon about the documentary "On the Record." In it she comes forward to tell her story of an alleged sexual assault at the hands of hip hop mogul Russell Simmons. 

We'll discuss the intersectionality of race and gender Black woman face in the hip hop community and the ways in which misogynoir, white supremacy and toxic masculinity work to silence Black woman in the #MeToo movement. 

Please note, this episode includes a frank discussion about the emotional and psychological trauma of sexual assault.

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

This week, we enter into an entanglement with the news story about Will and Jada. You don't need the last names. You know which Will and Jada. If you somehow missed this story in the news cycle you can catch it here. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, Jarrett gets things started with an Honorable Mention to Victor Jackson, a Black lgbtqia icon in the making. You can check out "He Belongs to the City" here.  

A special mention goes out to the late Naya Rivera who tragically drowned this week during a Lake Piru trip with her son. Naya's role as "Santana," the bisexual and talented teen on the hit Fox show "Glee," remains iconic. 

Other mentions that sit in a more nebulous state include Viola Davis on the cover of Vanity Fair as well as the first African American photographer to shoot a cover for the esteemed magazine, Dario Calmese. We don't know what took them so damn long but kudos to Dario and we can't help but Stan Ms. VIOLA DAVIS!

Keeping that same energy, Tre'vell has a mention for producer Tony Cervone who recently revealed that Scooby Doo's Velma was always intended to be a lesbian. 

Lastly, an honorable mention for Gina Prince-Bythewood’s The Old Guard on Netflix. If you're not watching it...catch up here. 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Black Women Have Been Left Out of #MeToo Maximum Fun 01:00:24 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett talk to former A&R executive, Drew Dixon, about the documentary "On the Record." In it she comes forward to tell her story of an alleged sexual assault at the hands of hip hop mogul Russell Simmons. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett talk to former A&R executive, Drew Dixon, about the documentary "On the Record." In it she comes forward to tell her story of an alleged sexual assault at the hands of hip hop mogul Russell Simmons. drew dixon jada pinkett smith, tony cervone, gina prince-bythewood, #metoo, victor jackson, hip hop, jarrett hill trevell anderson, naya rivera, drew dixon, journalism, russell simmons, dario calmese, viola davis, will smith, vanity fair, #blacklivesmatter true full 24 d6167c62-9a85-456b-8b8a-2ce59c61992f Kanye West Doesn't Care About Black People West came onto the scene in the aughts as a producer wunderkind and created classic tracks for artists like Jay Z, Talib Kweli and Alicia Keys. He soon pivoted into a career as a rapper and gained fame in 2003 with the hit song "Through the Wire." Even then, as Kanye rapped through a jaw wired shut after a car accident, audiences could see the drive and determination in Kanye the artist. 

Kanye changed the course of hip hop. Without Yeezy you have no Drake. No Tyler. No Cudi. 

But Kanye's ride to the top has been a bumpy one. 

There was the untimely death of his mother early in his career which many have speculated as a reason for his various mental breaks. There have been numerous antics in front of and behind the cameras. Not to mention the marriage to Kim Kardashian which left many fans stunned!

It hasn't been easy to be a Kanye fan. Jarrett and Tre'vell dissect the good, the bad and the what the heck of Kanye the artist, Kanye the advocate for Black lives and Kanye the (alleged) presidential candidate. 

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

This week, we're not throwing away our shot to talk about Hamilton in movie form. It just premiered this past weekend on Disney Plus but some people have a bone to pick with the production's artistic choices, specifically its decision to leave the topic of savery largely on the cutting room floor. If you missed Jaclyn Firedman's twitter thread on it you can catch it here. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

A dishonorable mention for closed-captioning and its inability to code switch and transcribe Black and Brown voices accurately. Let's hire more Black and Brown transcribers.

Also, a dishonorable mention to the NFL and all the other institutions making surface-level changes to appease Black people without actually listening to the action items Black people have demanded. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Patrik Ian Polk for bringing Noah's Ark back for a special reunion show! Now, can we get a reboot?

A mention goes out to Ms. Halle Berry for first considering, then turning down a role as a Trans person. You shouldn't have done it to begin with but at least you learned something today, Catwoman. 

Lastly, an honorable mention is in order for Kimberly Drew and Jenna Wortham. Their new book, “Black Future,” is available for pre-order here. 

 

Show Notes:

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 9 Jul 2020 10:00:07 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ West came onto the scene in the aughts as a producer wunderkind and created classic tracks for artists like Jay Z, Talib Kweli and Alicia Keys. He soon pivoted into a career as a rapper and gained fame in 2003 with the hit song "Through the Wire." Even then, as Kanye rapped through a jaw wired shut after a car accident, audiences could see the drive and determination in Kanye the artist. 

Kanye changed the course of hip hop. Without Yeezy you have no Drake. No Tyler. No Cudi. 

But Kanye's ride to the top has been a bumpy one. 

There was the untimely death of his mother early in his career which many have speculated as a reason for his various mental breaks. There have been numerous antics in front of and behind the cameras. Not to mention the marriage to Kim Kardashian which left many fans stunned!

It hasn't been easy to be a Kanye fan. Jarrett and Tre'vell dissect the good, the bad and the what the heck of Kanye the artist, Kanye the advocate for Black lives and Kanye the (alleged) presidential candidate. 

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

This week, we're not throwing away our shot to talk about Hamilton in movie form. It just premiered this past weekend on Disney Plus but some people have a bone to pick with the production's artistic choices, specifically its decision to leave the topic of savery largely on the cutting room floor. If you missed Jaclyn Firedman's twitter thread on it you can catch it here. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

A dishonorable mention for closed-captioning and its inability to code switch and transcribe Black and Brown voices accurately. Let's hire more Black and Brown transcribers.

Also, a dishonorable mention to the NFL and all the other institutions making surface-level changes to appease Black people without actually listening to the action items Black people have demanded. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Patrik Ian Polk for bringing Noah's Ark back for a special reunion show! Now, can we get a reboot?

A mention goes out to Ms. Halle Berry for first considering, then turning down a role as a Trans person. You shouldn't have done it to begin with but at least you learned something today, Catwoman. 

Lastly, an honorable mention is in order for Kimberly Drew and Jenna Wortham. Their new book, “Black Future,” is available for pre-order here. 

 

Show Notes:

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Kanye West Doesn't Care About Black People Maximum Fun 00:59:22 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking about rapper, clothing designer and all-around Stunt Queen Kanye West.  This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are talking about rapper, clothing designer and all-around Stunt Queen Kanye West.  kanye west, kimberly drew, jarrett hill trevell anderson, donald trump, halle berry, journalism, lin manuel miranda, daveed diggs, hamilton, jenna wortham, patrick ian polk true full 23 b3cbcbce-f6b9-4189-94cd-8ae53ded7ecc The Breakfast Club Can't Sit With Us Hope you made room for an all-new FANTI! 

This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are discussing the complicated relationship we have with Charlamagne Tha God and the rest of the team over at "The Breakfast Club." 

The NYC-based syndicated radio show has been on the air since 2010 and has seen everyone from bestie in our head Mo'Nique to presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton come through. Guests can expect to have a candid conversation about hot topics and be grilled by hosts Charlamagne, DJ Envy and Angela Yee. 

There's no denying the show is a hit but sometimes in an effort to be provocative the show can let down its audience. It often traffics in misogyny, transphobia, ignorance and shenanigans. Not to mention the fact that it's received somewhat of a reputation as being the place for White politicians to go when they want to pander to Back voters.

We love that this platform exists and that Black voices have a place where we can talk about our triumphs and failures but we feel it necessary to hold the show's feet to the fire and call it like we see it. 

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

This week, we're celebrating the decision by BET to move forward with the 2020 BET Awards. Host, Amanda Seales did what needed to be done! Hat tip to everyone working hard behind the scenes to make the virtual event a success!

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the "Black People Used to Live Here" marchers shaking the literal tables on gentrifiers. 

 

 

View this post on Instagram

 

 

 

 

BLACK PEOPLE USED TO LIVE HERE! FIRE! FIRE! GENTRIFIERS!! A clip from today’s Uprising: A march for Black Womxn organized by @bringbrooklynblack @noiamreiss @corpus.nyc @hydropunkmedia @playgroundcoffeeshop @wekeepus_safe @equality4flatbush @nyc_shutitdown @guanabana.nyc

A post shared by Zakiyyah (@zwoods2u) on Jun 27, 2020 at 2:42pm PDT

 

An honorable mention and "Girl, you did THAT!" to Michaela Coel for her new critically-acclaimed HBO series, "I May Destroy You." The show deals with the aftermath of an assault and stars Coel as well. It's funny. It's chaotic. It's powerful. It's just damn good. Catch up here.  

Speaking of Black women doing their thing, a postumus honorable mention is in order for aerospace engineer Mary W. Jackson. You may be familiar with the name from the film "Hidden Figures" which was based, in part, on her life. NASA's DC Headquarters will be renamed after the great mathematician. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Ms. Marsai Martin who recently took on the haters who had a problem with her hair for the BET Awards. Apparently, the library is open during lockdown. Salute!

Another honorable mention goes out to Imara Jones and their doc, The Future of Trans. You can check it out here. 

Last but least, an honorable mention (sort of) to all of the White actors this week who've been resigning from their roles as voice actors for Black characters. Y'all shouldn't have taken the jobs to begin with but good, we guess. 

Episode Notes

Read more about this subject from Tonja Renée Stidhum over at The Root. 

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 2 Jul 2020 10:00:05 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Hope you made room for an all-new FANTI! 

This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are discussing the complicated relationship we have with Charlamagne Tha God and the rest of the team over at "The Breakfast Club." 

The NYC-based syndicated radio show has been on the air since 2010 and has seen everyone from bestie in our head Mo'Nique to presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton come through. Guests can expect to have a candid conversation about hot topics and be grilled by hosts Charlamagne, DJ Envy and Angela Yee. 

There's no denying the show is a hit but sometimes in an effort to be provocative the show can let down its audience. It often traffics in misogyny, transphobia, ignorance and shenanigans. Not to mention the fact that it's received somewhat of a reputation as being the place for White politicians to go when they want to pander to Back voters.

We love that this platform exists and that Black voices have a place where we can talk about our triumphs and failures but we feel it necessary to hold the show's feet to the fire and call it like we see it. 

But first…

Pass the Popcorn

This week, we're celebrating the decision by BET to move forward with the 2020 BET Awards. Host, Amanda Seales did what needed to be done! Hat tip to everyone working hard behind the scenes to make the virtual event a success!

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

 

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for the "Black People Used to Live Here" marchers shaking the literal tables on gentrifiers. 

 

 

View this post on Instagram

 

 

 

 

BLACK PEOPLE USED TO LIVE HERE! FIRE! FIRE! GENTRIFIERS!! A clip from today’s Uprising: A march for Black Womxn organized by @bringbrooklynblack @noiamreiss @corpus.nyc @hydropunkmedia @playgroundcoffeeshop @wekeepus_safe @equality4flatbush @nyc_shutitdown @guanabana.nyc

A post shared by Zakiyyah (@zwoods2u) on Jun 27, 2020 at 2:42pm PDT

 

An honorable mention and "Girl, you did THAT!" to Michaela Coel for her new critically-acclaimed HBO series, "I May Destroy You." The show deals with the aftermath of an assault and stars Coel as well. It's funny. It's chaotic. It's powerful. It's just damn good. Catch up here.  

Speaking of Black women doing their thing, a postumus honorable mention is in order for aerospace engineer Mary W. Jackson. You may be familiar with the name from the film "Hidden Figures" which was based, in part, on her life. NASA's DC Headquarters will be renamed after the great mathematician. 

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for Ms. Marsai Martin who recently took on the haters who had a problem with her hair for the BET Awards. Apparently, the library is open during lockdown. Salute!

Another honorable mention goes out to Imara Jones and their doc, The Future of Trans. You can check it out here. 

Last but least, an honorable mention (sort of) to all of the White actors this week who've been resigning from their roles as voice actors for Black characters. Y'all shouldn't have taken the jobs to begin with but good, we guess. 

Episode Notes

Read more about this subject from Tonja Renée Stidhum over at The Root. 

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> The Breakfast Club Can't Sit With Us Maximum Fun 00:47:45 FANTI has a few thoughtful suggestions for the team over at The Breakfast Club. FANTI has a few thoughtful suggestions for the team over at The Breakfast Club. charlamagne tha god, trevell anderson, black lives matter, the breakfast club, bet, michaela coel, jarrett hill, hbo, angela yee, disclosure, mary w. jackson, hillary clinton, white people, journalism, i may destroy you, marsai martin, trans, dv envy, janet mock, blm, bet awards, all black lives matter, joe biden true full 22 926fd3c8-14d3-4e56-8ab2-b7be1f1b6708 Black Trans Lives Matter (ft. Dwayne Kennedy and Shar Jossell) We're back with an all-new FANTI! 

This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by Emmy-award-winning writer and comedian Dwayne Kennedy for a new segment we've dubbed: The Bullshit. 

This time around, we'll take a look at performative "wokeness" and White folk's fake epiphanies. Does removing Aunt Jemima's image from the syrup bottle absolve a nation of hundreds of years of oppression? Do White folks realize Aunt Jemima wasn't even real? (as it turns out, no.)  Black people nationwide are fighting for rights, fighting for justice and allies are definitely needed. But make no mistake, some of the reactions from White America in the past few weeks just seem:

We love the solidarity but it would also be great if y'all could ARREST THE COPS WHO MURDERED BREONNA TAYLOR. 

Later in the episode, we'll chat with journalist and friend of the show Shar Jossell about the term All Black Lives Matter—an expression of inclusion meant to amplify the voices of Black Trans people and others who face violence in the community. It's been met with some push-back, specifically by those who say it reminds them a little too much of the All Lives Matter movement as a silencing tactic in opposition to #BlackLivesMatter. 

Finally, Jarrett and Tre'vell will reveal their honorable and dishonorable mentions for the week and we'll dig into some listener feedback!

You can follow Dwayne on Twitter at @DwayneTKennedy, and buy his new comedy album “Who the Hell Is Dwayne Kennedy.”

Catch up with all things Shar Jossell on Instagram at SharSaysSo. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Joshua Johnson. Joshua's new NBC special is called Pride and Protest and explores what it means to be Black and queer in America today. It's really good and you'll catch a glimpse of a certain FANTI host doing their thing in it as well. 

Speaking of Tre'vell Anderson doing their thing, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Tre'vell's appearance in the documentary Disclosure. The doc features leading Trans creatives including Laverne Cox and Angelica Ross to discuss the way Trans people have been represented and misrepresented in Hollywood. It's streaming now on Netflix. 

Jarrett's got a shout out and honorable mention to all the TikTok teens and KPop fans who did what needed to be done this past weekend. We couldn't name not one BTS song but we love y'all all the same!

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for all of the Black reporters who've bravely shared their stories of systemic racism and holding folks accountable at institutions such as The LA Times. You can follow that conversation over on le Twitter with the tag #BlackAtLAT. 

Another honorable mention goes out to Brooklyn Liberation March organizers including Raquel Willis.

The “I Believe in #BlackTransPower” speech has been shared via clips throughout the week, but @mxalyzaenriquez captured it in full. Check it out below.
pic.twitter.com/doDomaXW87

— Raquel Willis (@RaquelWillis_) June 19, 2020

 

Dishonorably speaking, Jarrett has a side-eye and "you tried it" for ABC network which canceled The Baker & The Beauty after just one season. The show featured a first-generation immigrant family from Cuba and was touching, smart and very funny. You can watch it here. 

Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for those suffering from fatigue who've decided to give up already in the fight for justice. Remember: this is a marathon not a relay so prepare to be in for the good fight and the long haul because we're not going back!

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

Episode Notes

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

 

]]> Thu, 25 Jun 2020 10:00:24 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ We're back with an all-new FANTI! 

This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett are joined by Emmy-award-winning writer and comedian Dwayne Kennedy for a new segment we've dubbed: The Bullshit. 

This time around, we'll take a look at performative "wokeness" and White folk's fake epiphanies. Does removing Aunt Jemima's image from the syrup bottle absolve a nation of hundreds of years of oppression? Do White folks realize Aunt Jemima wasn't even real? (as it turns out, no.)  Black people nationwide are fighting for rights, fighting for justice and allies are definitely needed. But make no mistake, some of the reactions from White America in the past few weeks just seem:

We love the solidarity but it would also be great if y'all could ARREST THE COPS WHO MURDERED BREONNA TAYLOR. 

Later in the episode, we'll chat with journalist and friend of the show Shar Jossell about the term All Black Lives Matter—an expression of inclusion meant to amplify the voices of Black Trans people and others who face violence in the community. It's been met with some push-back, specifically by those who say it reminds them a little too much of the All Lives Matter movement as a silencing tactic in opposition to #BlackLivesMatter. 

Finally, Jarrett and Tre'vell will reveal their honorable and dishonorable mentions for the week and we'll dig into some listener feedback!

You can follow Dwayne on Twitter at @DwayneTKennedy, and buy his new comedy album “Who the Hell Is Dwayne Kennedy.”

Catch up with all things Shar Jossell on Instagram at SharSaysSo. 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Joshua Johnson. Joshua's new NBC special is called Pride and Protest and explores what it means to be Black and queer in America today. It's really good and you'll catch a glimpse of a certain FANTI host doing their thing in it as well. 

Speaking of Tre'vell Anderson doing their thing, Jarrett has an honorable mention for Tre'vell's appearance in the documentary Disclosure. The doc features leading Trans creatives including Laverne Cox and Angelica Ross to discuss the way Trans people have been represented and misrepresented in Hollywood. It's streaming now on Netflix. 

Jarrett's got a shout out and honorable mention to all the TikTok teens and KPop fans who did what needed to be done this past weekend. We couldn't name not one BTS song but we love y'all all the same!

Tre'vell has an honorable mention for all of the Black reporters who've bravely shared their stories of systemic racism and holding folks accountable at institutions such as The LA Times. You can follow that conversation over on le Twitter with the tag #BlackAtLAT. 

Another honorable mention goes out to Brooklyn Liberation March organizers including Raquel Willis.

The “I Believe in #BlackTransPower” speech has been shared via clips throughout the week, but @mxalyzaenriquez captured it in full. Check it out below.
pic.twitter.com/doDomaXW87

— Raquel Willis (@RaquelWillis_) June 19, 2020

 

Dishonorably speaking, Jarrett has a side-eye and "you tried it" for ABC network which canceled The Baker & The Beauty after just one season. The show featured a first-generation immigrant family from Cuba and was touching, smart and very funny. You can watch it here. 

Tre'vell has a dishonorable mention for those suffering from fatigue who've decided to give up already in the fight for justice. Remember: this is a marathon not a relay so prepare to be in for the good fight and the long haul because we're not going back!

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

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]]> Black Trans Lives Matter (ft. Dwayne Kennedy and Shar Jossell) Maximum Fun 00:55:46 This week, Tre'vell and Jarrett are joined by Dwayne Kennedy and Shar Jossell for a conversation about performative justice Black inclusiveness. This week, Tre'vell and Jarrett are joined by Dwayne Kennedy and Shar Jossell for a conversation about performative justice Black inclusiveness. nbc, brooklyn liberation march, trevell anderson, abc, black lives matter, joshua johnson, sharsayso, bts, jarrett hill, netflix, disclosure, kpop, larverne cox, aunt jemima, white people, journalism, shar jossel, trans, pride and protest, tiktok, blm, dwayne kennedy, angelica ross, all black lives matter true full 21 5a3b2973-a239-4bfe-a0ce-8ddac871a535 Why White People Love Wakanda (FANTI Bye Week) This week, Tre’vell, Jarrett and the whole FANTI team are taking the week off in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. 

If you're unfamiliar with Juneteenth it's widely celebrated as the day African Americans received their independence in The United States following the abolishment of slavery. The actual history behind the date is a little more complex. 

What Juneteeth actually is is a commemorative of the date in history (June 19th, 1865, to be exact) when news of the 1862 (!) Emancipation Proclamation reached the enslaved people of the deepest parts of the former Confederacy in Galveston, Texas.

It is a day of reflection. A day of remembrance. A day of celebration. 

A day of independence. 

Click here to offer your support in making Juneteenth a nationally recognized holiday.

As we relax, relate and release so we can come back to fight the good fight, please enjoy one of our favorite episodes so far: Why White People Love Wakanda.

Since FANTI's launch white people have been emailing, texting, and DM-ing the hosts about loving the podcast even though they’re “not the target demographic”. In this episode, Tre’Vell and Jarrett ask the question: Uhhh…what do you mean by that?

A Tough Question: Should journalists vote?

That’s this week’s tough question, inspired by a New York Times article No Politics Till the 7th Date? How Journalists Stay Impartial. In particular, Tre’Vell and Jarrett responded to what journalist Peter Baker said:

As reporters, our job is to observe, not participate, and so to that end, I don’t belong to any political party, I don’t belong to any non-journalism organization, I don’t support any candidate, I don’t give money to interest groups and I don’t vote.

Spoiler alert: Tre’Vell and Jarrett don’t share this opinion.

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’Vell – Democratic candidates dropping out of presidential race

Jarrett  – Tatyana Ali

Tre’Vell – Oprah Winfrey

Jarrett – School cafeteria food

Tre’Vell – Chris Matthews 

Jarrett – Mercury in retrograde

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

 This episode originally aired in March of 2020.

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]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2020 10:00:10 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell, Jarrett and the whole FANTI team are taking the week off in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. 

If you're unfamiliar with Juneteenth it's widely celebrated as the day African Americans received their independence in The United States following the abolishment of slavery. The actual history behind the date is a little more complex. 

What Juneteeth actually is is a commemorative of the date in history (June 19th, 1865, to be exact) when news of the 1862 (!) Emancipation Proclamation reached the enslaved people of the deepest parts of the former Confederacy in Galveston, Texas.

It is a day of reflection. A day of remembrance. A day of celebration. 

A day of independence. 

Click here to offer your support in making Juneteenth a nationally recognized holiday.

As we relax, relate and release so we can come back to fight the good fight, please enjoy one of our favorite episodes so far: Why White People Love Wakanda.

Since FANTI's launch white people have been emailing, texting, and DM-ing the hosts about loving the podcast even though they’re “not the target demographic”. In this episode, Tre’Vell and Jarrett ask the question: Uhhh…what do you mean by that?

A Tough Question: Should journalists vote?

That’s this week’s tough question, inspired by a New York Times article No Politics Till the 7th Date? How Journalists Stay Impartial. In particular, Tre’Vell and Jarrett responded to what journalist Peter Baker said:

As reporters, our job is to observe, not participate, and so to that end, I don’t belong to any political party, I don’t belong to any non-journalism organization, I don’t support any candidate, I don’t give money to interest groups and I don’t vote.

Spoiler alert: Tre’Vell and Jarrett don’t share this opinion.

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’Vell – Democratic candidates dropping out of presidential race

Jarrett  – Tatyana Ali

Tre’Vell – Oprah Winfrey

Jarrett – School cafeteria food

Tre’Vell – Chris Matthews 

Jarrett – Mercury in retrograde

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

 This episode originally aired in March of 2020.

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]]> Why White People Love Wakanda (FANTI Bye Week) Maximum Fun 00:52:27 This week, Tre’vell, Jarrett and the whole FANTI team are taking the week off in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. As we relax, relate and release so we can come back to fight the good fight, please enjoy one of our favorite episodes so far: Why White People Love Wakanda. This week, Tre’vell, Jarrett and the whole FANTI team are taking the week off in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. As we relax, relate and release so we can come back to fight the good fight, please enjoy one of our favorite episodes so far: Why White People Love Wakanda. tatyana ali, ramy, angelina jolie, how journalists stay impartial, beatrice dixon, trevell anderson, leonardo dicaprio, juneteenth, chris matthews, noah’s ark, l black, honey pot, bet, target, snl, atlanta, jarrett hill, brad pit, no politics till the 7th date?, the jeffersons, how to get away with murder, kamala harris, peter baker, elementary school food, white people, queer, moonlight, super tuesday, journalism, logo tv, voting, the abbey, sanford & son, amy klobuchar, real housewives of atlanta, insecure, trans, new york times, black-ish showtime, oprah winfrey, tater tots, rupau, t la la land, ru paul’s drag race, lupita nyong'o, boomerang, hulu true full 20 dd99c936-4761-4db7-9498-5f8baac63fe1 The (News)Room Where It Happens This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett take us into the room where it happens: the newsroom. 

The past few weeks have seen the world galvanized around the Black Lives Matter movement following the death of George Floyd by the Minneapolis Police Department as well as the deaths of Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery. The protests around the world have sparked debate about reform, defunding and restorative justice.  

Black people online and in protest have been sharing their experiences with Anti-Blackness and racism in all of our American institutions. 

While the nation attempts to decipher what defunding the police actually looks like, we are also seeing a push for an honest look at how welcoming (or not) newsrooms are to Black journalists. From the media's issues with inclusion to the way Black journalists like Yamiche Alcindor and Omar Jiminez have been treated for just trying to do their job to the shared stories we've been reading through the week on and offline, newsrooms and other forms of media have a long way to go toward parity.

Jarrett and Tre'vell unpack what they love about the newsroom and some of what they don't love about the burden of being a Black journalist.

But before we dive deep into this topic we've got…

A Tough Question

Black military and law-enforcement officers are under the microscope this week. Are you an African American law enforcement officer? Let us know how you're feeling at this time?

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the newsroom of the LA Times for catching up and putting a capital "B" in Black people. Say it with your chest, next time!

An honorable mention to the honorable Mrs. Beyoncé Knowles Carter for her stirring digital commencement speech.

An honorable mention to young Black activists actors doing what needs to be done including Keke Palmer, Amber Riley and John Boyega.

A Dishonorable mention from Jarrett to Congressional Democrats for their Kente cloth stunts.

A dishonorable mention goes out to Georgia's voter suppression efforts happening right now. 

 

Finally, an honorable mention for everyone sharing their stories with the #Everyday tag. Click here to read more about it. 

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

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]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2020 10:00:09 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett take us into the room where it happens: the newsroom. 

The past few weeks have seen the world galvanized around the Black Lives Matter movement following the death of George Floyd by the Minneapolis Police Department as well as the deaths of Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery. The protests around the world have sparked debate about reform, defunding and restorative justice.  

Black people online and in protest have been sharing their experiences with Anti-Blackness and racism in all of our American institutions. 

While the nation attempts to decipher what defunding the police actually looks like, we are also seeing a push for an honest look at how welcoming (or not) newsrooms are to Black journalists. From the media's issues with inclusion to the way Black journalists like Yamiche Alcindor and Omar Jiminez have been treated for just trying to do their job to the shared stories we've been reading through the week on and offline, newsrooms and other forms of media have a long way to go toward parity.

Jarrett and Tre'vell unpack what they love about the newsroom and some of what they don't love about the burden of being a Black journalist.

But before we dive deep into this topic we've got…

A Tough Question

Black military and law-enforcement officers are under the microscope this week. Are you an African American law enforcement officer? Let us know how you're feeling at this time?

DIS/Honorable Mentions

This week, Tre'vell has an honorable mention for the newsroom of the LA Times for catching up and putting a capital "B" in Black people. Say it with your chest, next time!

An honorable mention to the honorable Mrs. Beyoncé Knowles Carter for her stirring digital commencement speech.

An honorable mention to young Black activists actors doing what needs to be done including Keke Palmer, Amber Riley and John Boyega.

A Dishonorable mention from Jarrett to Congressional Democrats for their Kente cloth stunts.

A dishonorable mention goes out to Georgia's voter suppression efforts happening right now. 

 

Finally, an honorable mention for everyone sharing their stories with the #Everyday tag. Click here to read more about it. 

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> The (News)Room Where It Happens Maximum Fun 01:09:49 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett take us into the room where it happens: the newsroom. Jarrett and Tre'vell unpack what they love about the newsroom and some of what they don't love about the burden of being a Black journalist. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett take us into the room where it happens: the newsroom. Jarrett and Tre'vell unpack what they love about the newsroom and some of what they don't love about the burden of being a Black journalist. philadelphia, yamiche alcindor, voter suppression, john boyega, minnesota, black lives matter, tre’vell anderson, protests, jarrett hill, minneapolis, black journalists, beyonce, breonna taylor, protesters, journalism, la times, cnn, george floyd, georgia, derek chauvin, ahmaud arbery, amber riley, keke palmer, omar jiminez, los angeles true full 19 70abce3c-796a-440b-bf87-7116c4d0dca4 Tired. (ft. Dr. Joy DeGruy) The world has been rocked by the recent killing of George Floyd, a Black man who died while in police custody. Video footage showed arresting officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on the neck of a subdued Floyd for close to nine minutes while he lay handcuffed, helpless and at a certain point: non responsive. Three additional officers stood by in witness. 

Outrage over Floyd's death has sparked world-wide protest for not only the officers to be charged but for accountability in departments and an end to police brutality. Daily peaceful protests have taken place in Minnesota, DC, Philadelphia, Los Angeles and as far as London and New Zealand.

Jarrett and Tre'vell give us their thoughts on the current climate, the protests as well as their feelings on the collective and individual trauma Black people face in a White Supremacist culture. 

We'll also talk to very special guest Dr. Joy DeGruy. She's a professor and author of the book Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome. They'll dive into why this current moment in our history is different than prior ones and how Black coping mechanisms from past generations may be doing more harm than good in the present.

We'll also talk about what we can all do to end oppression and highlight organizations that folks can donate to if they'd like to provide monetary support. 

[ As of publish date, Chauvin has been charged with second-degree murder (bumped up from the initial charge of third-degree) while the remaining officers will be criminally charged. ]

 

How to Help

Now that we've all changed our profile pictures back from all-black, here are some ways you can help contribute to the cause and a few resources where you can find more information. 

Put your $ where your mouth is by making a donation to organizations like The Okra Project which offers free meals to Black Trans people or Southerners on New Ground - a training and leadership program that empowers Southern rural LGBTQ people of color, immigrant people and working class people in creating change. 

Register to Vote and Vote! 

Amplify Black Voices! Don't be a Karen in the struggle for equity. Amplify and elevate the voices of people of color, specifically Black people, and when they speak: Listen!

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Episode Notes:

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]]> Thu, 4 Jun 2020 10:00:16 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ The world has been rocked by the recent killing of George Floyd, a Black man who died while in police custody. Video footage showed arresting officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on the neck of a subdued Floyd for close to nine minutes while he lay handcuffed, helpless and at a certain point: non responsive. Three additional officers stood by in witness. 

Outrage over Floyd's death has sparked world-wide protest for not only the officers to be charged but for accountability in departments and an end to police brutality. Daily peaceful protests have taken place in Minnesota, DC, Philadelphia, Los Angeles and as far as London and New Zealand.

Jarrett and Tre'vell give us their thoughts on the current climate, the protests as well as their feelings on the collective and individual trauma Black people face in a White Supremacist culture. 

We'll also talk to very special guest Dr. Joy DeGruy. She's a professor and author of the book Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome. They'll dive into why this current moment in our history is different than prior ones and how Black coping mechanisms from past generations may be doing more harm than good in the present.

We'll also talk about what we can all do to end oppression and highlight organizations that folks can donate to if they'd like to provide monetary support. 

[ As of publish date, Chauvin has been charged with second-degree murder (bumped up from the initial charge of third-degree) while the remaining officers will be criminally charged. ]

 

How to Help

Now that we've all changed our profile pictures back from all-black, here are some ways you can help contribute to the cause and a few resources where you can find more information. 

Put your $ where your mouth is by making a donation to organizations like The Okra Project which offers free meals to Black Trans people or Southerners on New Ground - a training and leadership program that empowers Southern rural LGBTQ people of color, immigrant people and working class people in creating change. 

Register to Vote and Vote! 

Amplify Black Voices! Don't be a Karen in the struggle for equity. Amplify and elevate the voices of people of color, specifically Black people, and when they speak: Listen!

 

#BlackLivesMatter

#JusticeforBreonnaTaylor

#BlackTransLivesMatter

 

Episode Notes:

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

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@FANTIpodcast

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

 

]]> Tired. (ft. Dr. Joy DeGruy) Maximum Fun 01:05:42 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett move slightly away from format to discuss the recent events surrounding a Minneapolis, Minnesota man killed while in police custody and the civil unrest as a result of the department's handling of the case. Plus, special guest Dr. Joy DeGruy joins the show! This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett move slightly away from format to discuss the recent events surrounding a Minneapolis, Minnesota man killed while in police custody and the civil unrest as a result of the department's handling of the case. Plus, special guest Dr. Joy DeGruy joins the show! philadelphia, post-traumatic slave syndrome, southerners on new ground, the okra project, minnesota, black lives matter, tre’vell anderson, dr. joy degruy, protests, jarrett hill, minneapolis, protesters, cnn, george floyd, derek chauvin, los angeles true full 18 33552dfe-acb5-4bd2-a30c-e63634866200 Bland AF: The Importance of Representation in Appreciating Mediocre Black Art It’s impossible to be all things to all people but where is the demarcation line between ignoring the culture and doing things your own way? Folks like Tyler Perry, Oprah (no last name, you know the one!) and more recently Lena Waithe and Kenya Barris have come under fire for not representing the totality of Black culture. But did anyone ever ask them to? 

 

But before we get started…

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

This week, Tre’vell has an honorable mention to Dwyane and Zaya Wade who debuted matching fuschia hair this week—much to the delight of wife Gabby Union. 

An honorable mention also goes out to the always-delighful Tracee Ellis Ross of Black-ish fame who stars in her first leading movie role with The High Note. You can go here to join the Twitter watch part this Friday at 5PM PT / 8PM ET. 

Lastly, an honorable mention to Bob the Drag Queen, Shangela and Eureka O’Hara who star in the new HBO show We are Here. You can stream it now.  

 

Over on Team Side-Eye, Jarrett has a DIShonorable mention for Amy Cooper for weaponizing White Woman Tearz™ and calling the cops on a hot nerdy black bird watcher for having the audacity to request she follow the rules. We can’t even watch birds in peace!

And because White supremacy never takes a damn day off, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the Minneapolis Police Dept for their complete and utter failing in the death of George Floyd.

Finally, a mention goes out to Jack Dorsey and Twitter for debuting their fact-based warning labels with a certain Tangerine nightmare and his Paul Bunyunesque tweets.

Go ahead and @ us

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

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]]> Thu, 28 May 2020 10:00:29 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ It’s impossible to be all things to all people but where is the demarcation line between ignoring the culture and doing things your own way? Folks like Tyler Perry, Oprah (no last name, you know the one!) and more recently Lena Waithe and Kenya Barris have come under fire for not representing the totality of Black culture. But did anyone ever ask them to? 

 

But before we get started…

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

This week, Tre’vell has an honorable mention to Dwyane and Zaya Wade who debuted matching fuschia hair this week—much to the delight of wife Gabby Union. 

An honorable mention also goes out to the always-delighful Tracee Ellis Ross of Black-ish fame who stars in her first leading movie role with The High Note. You can go here to join the Twitter watch part this Friday at 5PM PT / 8PM ET. 

Lastly, an honorable mention to Bob the Drag Queen, Shangela and Eureka O’Hara who star in the new HBO show We are Here. You can stream it now.  

 

Over on Team Side-Eye, Jarrett has a DIShonorable mention for Amy Cooper for weaponizing White Woman Tearz™ and calling the cops on a hot nerdy black bird watcher for having the audacity to request she follow the rules. We can’t even watch birds in peace!

And because White supremacy never takes a damn day off, Jarrett has a dishonorable mention for the Minneapolis Police Dept for their complete and utter failing in the death of George Floyd.

Finally, a mention goes out to Jack Dorsey and Twitter for debuting their fact-based warning labels with a certain Tangerine nightmare and his Paul Bunyunesque tweets.

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

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@FANTIpodcast

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Bland AF: The Importance of Representation in Appreciating Mediocre Black Art Maximum Fun 00:57:19 This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett want to know, "When is it okay to FANTI our own shit?!"We're talking about representation, diversity and Black art on an all-new episode of FANTI. This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett want to know, "When is it okay to FANTI our own shit?!"We're talking about representation, diversity and Black art on an all-new episode of FANTI. lakeith stanfield, dwyane wade, lena waithe, shangela, tre’vell anderson, bob the drag queen, boots riley, jarrett hill, hbo, amy cooper, nina simone, tracee ellis ross, jack dorsey, chris cooper, cnn, oprah winfrey, gabrielle union, eureka o'hara, zaya wade, kenya barris, tyler perry, oprah true full 17 c602786d-737d-4afa-a708-46f5904b8bb4 FANTI Fanmail: Points Were Made We're celebrating our 15 episode milestone. (Yay, us!)

This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett turn their attention toward the audience for a special FANMail episode of FANTI.  We'll read and discuss some of your emails and tweets about the show so far. Fanti is not just a podcast about the complicated and complex relationships we share with pop culture. It's a show about holding each other accountable, even when it's difficult. That's why we decided to give you all the floor and address some of the good, the bad and the always constructive feedback we've been receiving. 

But before we get started…

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention to Ms. Tracey Pickett, founder of Hairbrella. The company just sold its first million in revenue. 

An honorable mention also goes out to David Makes Man, the OWN show received a Peabody nomination. Congrats to the entire team!

Lastly, Jarrett would  like to give an honorable mention to Piers Taylor and Caroline Quentin from the extremely binge-worthy series The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes. You can stream it now on Netflix.  

Tre'Vell has an honorable mention for all of the Obamas who still find impressive ways to sidestep the foolishness and keep it classy. 

An honorable mention is in order as well to IG's @BlackMoviePosters created by cultural creator Tre'vell themselves! That's right, Tre'vell gets an additional shout out.

Tre'vell has a side eye and dishonorable mention to the corporations who have put dollars over advocacy now that Pride Week has been canceled from Ms. Rona.

If you would like to support a LGBTQ organization you can start here.  

Episode Notes:

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

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]]> Thu, 21 May 2020 13:53:06 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ We're celebrating our 15 episode milestone. (Yay, us!)

This week, Tre’vell and Jarrett turn their attention toward the audience for a special FANMail episode of FANTI.  We'll read and discuss some of your emails and tweets about the show so far. Fanti is not just a podcast about the complicated and complex relationships we share with pop culture. It's a show about holding each other accountable, even when it's difficult. That's why we decided to give you all the floor and address some of the good, the bad and the always constructive feedback we've been receiving. 

But before we get started…

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

This week, Jarrett has an honorable mention to Ms. Tracey Pickett, founder of Hairbrella. The company just sold its first million in revenue. 

An honorable mention also goes out to David Makes Man, the OWN show received a Peabody nomination. Congrats to the entire team!

Lastly, Jarrett would  like to give an honorable mention to Piers Taylor and Caroline Quentin from the extremely binge-worthy series The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes. You can stream it now on Netflix.  

Tre'Vell has an honorable mention for all of the Obamas who still find impressive ways to sidestep the foolishness and keep it classy. 

An honorable mention is in order as well to IG's @BlackMoviePosters created by cultural creator Tre'vell themselves! That's right, Tre'vell gets an additional shout out.

Tre'vell has a side eye and dishonorable mention to the corporations who have put dollars over advocacy now that Pride Week has been canceled from Ms. Rona.

If you would like to support a LGBTQ organization you can start here.  

Episode Notes:

 

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]]> FANTI Fanmail: Points Were Made Maximum Fun 00:54:01 tre’vell anderson, monique, y, fitnes, america's next top model, fat-shaming, jarrett hill, netflix, transphobia, tyra banks, mary j blige, andré leon talley, ableism, peabody awards true full 16 a206e560-b6c9-41bd-a151-62f182c5ab74 Tyra, We Were All Rooting for You! If you've been spending time on Twitter in the past two weeks chances are you've come across various tweets about America's Next Top Model creator and host Tyra Banks. Clips from past episodes of both her wildly popular reality competition and her, admittedly, pretty kooky daytime talk show have resurfaced and under the lense of a 2020 microscope… yikes.

But first we spill the tea and Pass the Popcorn while we talk about the mid-season finale of HBO's Insecure. Are you Team Issa or Team Molly?

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

This week, Jarrett starts things off with an honorable mention to Mindy Kaling for her new Netflix series Never Have I Ever. The show, created and loosely based on Kaling's life, is a sharp teen dramedy that centers on a first-generation Indian American teen. Well done! 

Jarrett would also like to give an honorable mention to Michael R. Jackson for his  Pulitzer Prize win, making him the first Black man to win this honor for musical theatre work. His off-Broadway queer musical A Strange Loop is outstanding. 

A dishonerabe mention to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnel for having the audacity to poke his face out of his turtle shell and pop-off about President Barack Obama.

Tre'Vell would love for us to give singer and farmer Kelis her flowers ta-dae for her new Netflix show Cooked With Cannabis. It's more than just a show about all of the delicious concoctions you can create using weed and Kelis is as charming as ever on it. 

Also, shout out to the first-time authors and all those taking a chance on themselves as writers. We see you!

A special tip of the caftan to André Leon Talley for his new memoir The Chiffon Trenches. You can pre-order it here. 

 

Go ahead and @ us

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 14 May 2020 10:00:12 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ If you've been spending time on Twitter in the past two weeks chances are you've come across various tweets about America's Next Top Model creator and host Tyra Banks. Clips from past episodes of both her wildly popular reality competition and her, admittedly, pretty kooky daytime talk show have resurfaced and under the lense of a 2020 microscope… yikes.

But first we spill the tea and Pass the Popcorn while we talk about the mid-season finale of HBO's Insecure. Are you Team Issa or Team Molly?

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

This week, Jarrett starts things off with an honorable mention to Mindy Kaling for her new Netflix series Never Have I Ever. The show, created and loosely based on Kaling's life, is a sharp teen dramedy that centers on a first-generation Indian American teen. Well done! 

Jarrett would also like to give an honorable mention to Michael R. Jackson for his  Pulitzer Prize win, making him the first Black man to win this honor for musical theatre work. His off-Broadway queer musical A Strange Loop is outstanding. 

A dishonerabe mention to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnel for having the audacity to poke his face out of his turtle shell and pop-off about President Barack Obama.

Tre'Vell would love for us to give singer and farmer Kelis her flowers ta-dae for her new Netflix show Cooked With Cannabis. It's more than just a show about all of the delicious concoctions you can create using weed and Kelis is as charming as ever on it. 

Also, shout out to the first-time authors and all those taking a chance on themselves as writers. We see you!

A special tip of the caftan to André Leon Talley for his new memoir The Chiffon Trenches. You can pre-order it here. 

 

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@FANTIpodcast

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@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

Twitter:

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@TreVellAnderson

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Tyra, We Were All Rooting for You! Maximum Fun 00:57:28 This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett dissect the good, the (newly?) bad and the never ugly of supermodel, mogul and reality TV personality Tyra Banks and her media empire. This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett dissect the good, the (newly?) bad and the never ugly of supermodel, mogul and reality TV personality Tyra Banks and her media empire. meredith talusan, cooking with cannabis, tre’vell anderson, eva pigford, dr. joy degruy, america's next top model, micahel arceneaux, jarrett hill, george m johnson, netflix, yaya decosta, michael r. jackson, tyra banks, andré leon talley, mindy kaling, kelis, never have i ever true full 15 12f3f8ea-a3e7-4052-8884-a2037f1b99b9 Baby Got Back Fat (ft. Jessica Rihal and Kevin Carnell) This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett examine how body image impacts us as a society and on a personal level.

What does it mean to be "fit?"  

We'll take a look back at the history of fatness throughout the ages and how it has changed over the years. 

We're joined by body-positive "fit-fluencers" Kevin Carnell and Jessica Jade Rihal who talk to us about  reclaiming the term "fat," what body positivity looks like in their personal lives and how body-shaming and fat erasure cause damage both inside and out.  

 

Episode Notes:

 

Click here to demand justice for Ahmaud Arbery who was senselessly gunned down this year and to support his family. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

This week, Jarrett starts things off with an honorable mention to friend of the show Donovan Ramsey - whose new book "When Crack is King," hits bookstores soon. He's also serving up an honorable mention to former MTV VJ Kurt Loder who turns 75 this week and to the one and only Tyra Banks who continues to give it to us every ball with her hilarious (and often problematic) vintage America's Next Top Model content that is currently making the rounds on Twitter.

Jarrett would also like to give an honorable mention to all of you who reached out this past week and to all of you who expressed you've been going through some things these past few weeks. We feel you. 

 

Tre'Vell would like to extend a peach and an honorable mention to the hardest working woman in reality television— Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member Kandi Burruss. Check out Kandi and the other RHOA castmates this Sunday on Bravo for their first-ever virtual reunion episode. There's sure to be some digital wig-shifting and tons of shade thrown!

Also, shout out to the freelancers out there making it do what it do despite our current pandemic. We see you!

And lastly, shout out to all of the 2020 Pulitzer Prize winners this week, especially the ancestor Ida B. Wells for winning a posthumous honor.  

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 7 May 2020 10:00:21 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett examine how body image impacts us as a society and on a personal level.

What does it mean to be "fit?"  

We'll take a look back at the history of fatness throughout the ages and how it has changed over the years. 

We're joined by body-positive "fit-fluencers" Kevin Carnell and Jessica Jade Rihal who talk to us about  reclaiming the term "fat," what body positivity looks like in their personal lives and how body-shaming and fat erasure cause damage both inside and out.  

 

Episode Notes:

 

Click here to demand justice for Ahmaud Arbery who was senselessly gunned down this year and to support his family. 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

This week, Jarrett starts things off with an honorable mention to friend of the show Donovan Ramsey - whose new book "When Crack is King," hits bookstores soon. He's also serving up an honorable mention to former MTV VJ Kurt Loder who turns 75 this week and to the one and only Tyra Banks who continues to give it to us every ball with her hilarious (and often problematic) vintage America's Next Top Model content that is currently making the rounds on Twitter.

Jarrett would also like to give an honorable mention to all of you who reached out this past week and to all of you who expressed you've been going through some things these past few weeks. We feel you. 

 

Tre'Vell would like to extend a peach and an honorable mention to the hardest working woman in reality television— Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member Kandi Burruss. Check out Kandi and the other RHOA castmates this Sunday on Bravo for their first-ever virtual reunion episode. There's sure to be some digital wig-shifting and tons of shade thrown!

Also, shout out to the freelancers out there making it do what it do despite our current pandemic. We see you!

And lastly, shout out to all of the 2020 Pulitzer Prize winners this week, especially the ancestor Ida B. Wells for winning a posthumous honor.  

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

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@FANTIpodcast

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Baby Got Back Fat (ft. Jessica Rihal and Kevin Carnell) Maximum Fun 01:10:36 What does it mean to be "fit?" This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett examine how body image impacts us as a society and on a personal level. What does it mean to be "fit?" This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett examine how body image impacts us as a society and on a personal level. kandi burrus, jessica jade rihal, tre’vell anderson, fitness, jarrett hill, donovan x ramsey, tyra banks, body-shaming, ida b wells, real housewives of atlanta, fat, ahmaud arbery, yoga, kevin carnell true full 14 28bd81a2-2b2c-4698-8484-d06205670395 RuPaul vs. RuPaul Andre Charles This week, we're talking all things RuPaul.

That's right. We're keeping the same energy for all of the icons. There's no denying the impact that RuPaul Andre Charles has had on the world of drag. He's carried drag into the mainstream in six-inch stilettos and challenged the status quo with every step. We Stan a living legend.

 

 Not to mention the fact that half of the internet is powered by RuPaul's Drag Race reaction gifs.

 

In this episode we'll seek to separate Mama Ru the icon from RuPaul Andre Charles the shrewd businessman whose choices on and off his hit VH1 show can be at times questionable. Is RuPaul transphobic? Is RuPaul a fracker?

We'll get into all of that and more on an all-new episode of FANTI!

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

Jarrett starts things off with a dishonorable mention to allergy season with its rude ass.

Also, a DIS/Honorable mention to contestant Sarah Jett Rayburn on “Jeopardy!” after she failed to correctly respond to a clue about early 1800s warrior leader Shaka Zulu instead opting to answer with Chaka Khan.
 

And lastly, Jarrett would like to give an honorable mention to everyone out there who is having a difficult time during COVID-19. Whether you are sheltering at home or an essential worker, you are not alone and there are resources out there if you need assistance.

 

This week, Tre'vell side-eyes ESPN with a dishonorable mention for their tone-deaf infographic for NFL Draft pick Tee Higgins. Put some respek on Mom, Camilla's name. We're also dishonorably mentioning the current controversy surrounding Land o' Lakes butter. 

An honorable mention goes out to content creators with a shout-out to YouTubers Terrell Grice and Zachary Campbell for helping us momentarily escape...all this.

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

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@FANTIpodcast

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:00:07 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, we're talking all things RuPaul.

That's right. We're keeping the same energy for all of the icons. There's no denying the impact that RuPaul Andre Charles has had on the world of drag. He's carried drag into the mainstream in six-inch stilettos and challenged the status quo with every step. We Stan a living legend.

 

 Not to mention the fact that half of the internet is powered by RuPaul's Drag Race reaction gifs.

 

In this episode we'll seek to separate Mama Ru the icon from RuPaul Andre Charles the shrewd businessman whose choices on and off his hit VH1 show can be at times questionable. Is RuPaul transphobic? Is RuPaul a fracker?

We'll get into all of that and more on an all-new episode of FANTI!

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

Jarrett starts things off with a dishonorable mention to allergy season with its rude ass.

Also, a DIS/Honorable mention to contestant Sarah Jett Rayburn on “Jeopardy!” after she failed to correctly respond to a clue about early 1800s warrior leader Shaka Zulu instead opting to answer with Chaka Khan.
 

And lastly, Jarrett would like to give an honorable mention to everyone out there who is having a difficult time during COVID-19. Whether you are sheltering at home or an essential worker, you are not alone and there are resources out there if you need assistance.

 

This week, Tre'vell side-eyes ESPN with a dishonorable mention for their tone-deaf infographic for NFL Draft pick Tee Higgins. Put some respek on Mom, Camilla's name. We're also dishonorably mentioning the current controversy surrounding Land o' Lakes butter. 

An honorable mention goes out to content creators with a shout-out to YouTubers Terrell Grice and Zachary Campbell for helping us momentarily escape...all this.

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> RuPaul vs. RuPaul Andre Charles Maximum Fun 01:01:28 This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking all things RuPaul. This week, hosts Jarrett Hill and Tre'vell Anderson are talking all things RuPaul. rupaul's drag race, land o' lakes, jeopardy!, tre’vell anderson, jarrett hill, fracking, sarah jett rayburn, transphobia, rupaul, npr, terry gross, vh1, zachary campbell, espn, laura swisher, rupaul andre charles, fanti, covid-19 true full 13 868e0ac0-5378-44a7-9a3a-802b773ba4fc Part 2: Proud to Be an (Latinx) American? (ft. Brian De Los Santos) This week, we continue our "Proud to Be an American?" series. We're talking to Brian De Los Santos, digital strategist at the Desert Sun and the West Coast social lead for the USA Today Network, about his Latinx experience. We’re talking about the ways he engages pride, patriotism, and simply existing as Americans.

He talks to us about his experience as an undocumented American, the push and pull some Latinx Americans feel/face in terms of being viewed as "American" enough and the way his parent's generation experienced American patriotism differs from his own understanding of the country that he calls home.

Plus, we'll hear from other listeners within the Latinx community who tell us about their own unique experiences with American pride.

EPISODE NOTES

READ Brian De Los Santos’s piece in The Los Angeles Times: I was 9 when my parents told me I was undocumented. With DACA ending, I have no idea what's next

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

Jarrett has an honorable mention for Ms. Tabitha Brown and her inspirational videos. Go to all her socials and watch a few videos. Watch all of them, if you want to. That ain't none of our business! Also, shout-out to J. August Richards. His new show Council of Dads features a black gay male couple raising children. The actor recently game out as gay.

Jarrett also has an honorable mention for the always cool Babyface and a "Make it make sense, Jesus!" to Teddy Riley for their Versuz performances this week on IG Live.

And lastly, Jarrett would like to give an honorable mention to everyone out there for their warm birthday wishes! 

This week, Tre'vell would like to give a hearty church clap to the series finale of Lee Daniels' Empire. The show, which debuted in 2015, just wrapped production. Also, an honorable mention to RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 12 contestant Widow Von'Du who turnt it out in a lip sync for her life in front of none other than Chaka Khan!

A Dishonorable Mention goes out to the states opening up early. This includes Georgia, Texas and the Tre’vell’s home state of South Carolina. Stay safe, y'all.

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

Instagram:

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Twitter:

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@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Thu, 23 Apr 2020 17:17:11 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ This week, we continue our "Proud to Be an American?" series. We're talking to Brian De Los Santos, digital strategist at the Desert Sun and the West Coast social lead for the USA Today Network, about his Latinx experience. We’re talking about the ways he engages pride, patriotism, and simply existing as Americans.

He talks to us about his experience as an undocumented American, the push and pull some Latinx Americans feel/face in terms of being viewed as "American" enough and the way his parent's generation experienced American patriotism differs from his own understanding of the country that he calls home.

Plus, we'll hear from other listeners within the Latinx community who tell us about their own unique experiences with American pride.

EPISODE NOTES

READ Brian De Los Santos’s piece in The Los Angeles Times: I was 9 when my parents told me I was undocumented. With DACA ending, I have no idea what's next

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions

Jarrett has an honorable mention for Ms. Tabitha Brown and her inspirational videos. Go to all her socials and watch a few videos. Watch all of them, if you want to. That ain't none of our business! Also, shout-out to J. August Richards. His new show Council of Dads features a black gay male couple raising children. The actor recently game out as gay.

Jarrett also has an honorable mention for the always cool Babyface and a "Make it make sense, Jesus!" to Teddy Riley for their Versuz performances this week on IG Live.

And lastly, Jarrett would like to give an honorable mention to everyone out there for their warm birthday wishes! 

This week, Tre'vell would like to give a hearty church clap to the series finale of Lee Daniels' Empire. The show, which debuted in 2015, just wrapped production. Also, an honorable mention to RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 12 contestant Widow Von'Du who turnt it out in a lip sync for her life in front of none other than Chaka Khan!

A Dishonorable Mention goes out to the states opening up early. This includes Georgia, Texas and the Tre’vell’s home state of South Carolina. Stay safe, y'all.

Go ahead and @ us

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

 

Instagram:

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

 

Twitter:

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> Part 2: Proud to Be an (Latinx) American? (ft. Brian De Los Santos) Maximum Fun 00:51:54 This week, we continue our "Proud to Be an American?" series. We're talking to Brian De Los Santos, digital strategist at the Desert Sun and the West Coast social lead for the USA Today Network, about his Latinx experience. This week, we continue our "Proud to Be an American?" series. We're talking to Brian De Los Santos, digital strategist at the Desert Sun and the West Coast social lead for the USA Today Network, about his Latinx experience. racism, jarrett hill, god bless the usa, proud to be an american, la times, desert sun, latin america, tre'vell anderson true full 12 9ac6c89d-f944-4c9a-b735-34c531c950c6 Proud to Be an (Asian) American? (ft. Jen Yamato & Jia Lynn Yang) Jen chats with us about maintaining her Asian identity in a country that often requires people of color to assimilate into whiteness in order to achieve success. Plus, we discuss the intersections within our own communities.

Later, we’ll be joined by Jia Lynn Yang, author of the upcoming book One Mighty and Irresistable Tide: The Epic Struggle Over Immigration who talks to us about Asian American immigration during the twentieth century, how American politics connects to her family and what it means to be Chinese American during the Covid-19 pandemic.

When Asian-Americans Have to Prove We Belong

 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett wants to shout out to friend to the show Mychael Chinn whose The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel ,which premiered last Saturday, saw the highest tv movie ratings for the Lifetime network in four years. Look at Gawd!

Jarrett would also like for you all to bring Aunjanue Ellis and Tiffany Boone their flowers while they can smell them for their outstanding performances in The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel  and the latest episode of Little Fires Everywhere, respectively. 

With all due damn disrespect, Jarrett would like to side eye the bureaucratic and structural racism baked into St Louis government and specifically their disproportionate response to African American communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This week, Tre'Vell needs you all to know that Queen Rihanna lives it how she gets it. She recently donated $2.1 million to domestic violence victims during the lockdown. (Still no album, though.)

They're also shouting out T Magazine's feature on Veteran Black Actors including Kimberly Elise and Mary J Blige.

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

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]]> Thu, 16 Apr 2020 08:52:10 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Jen chats with us about maintaining her Asian identity in a country that often requires people of color to assimilate into whiteness in order to achieve success. Plus, we discuss the intersections within our own communities.

Later, we’ll be joined by Jia Lynn Yang, author of the upcoming book One Mighty and Irresistable Tide: The Epic Struggle Over Immigration who talks to us about Asian American immigration during the twentieth century, how American politics connects to her family and what it means to be Chinese American during the Covid-19 pandemic.

When Asian-Americans Have to Prove We Belong

 

 

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Jarrett wants to shout out to friend to the show Mychael Chinn whose The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel ,which premiered last Saturday, saw the highest tv movie ratings for the Lifetime network in four years. Look at Gawd!

Jarrett would also like for you all to bring Aunjanue Ellis and Tiffany Boone their flowers while they can smell them for their outstanding performances in The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel  and the latest episode of Little Fires Everywhere, respectively. 

With all due damn disrespect, Jarrett would like to side eye the bureaucratic and structural racism baked into St Louis government and specifically their disproportionate response to African American communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This week, Tre'Vell needs you all to know that Queen Rihanna lives it how she gets it. She recently donated $2.1 million to domestic violence victims during the lockdown. (Still no album, though.)

They're also shouting out T Magazine's feature on Veteran Black Actors including Kimberly Elise and Mary J Blige.

 

Go ahead and @ us

 

Email: FANTI@maximumfun.org

Instagram

@FANTIpodcast

@Jarrett Hill

@rayzon (Tre’Vell)

Twitter

@FANTIpodcast

@TreVellAnderson

@JarrettHill

@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

 

]]> Proud to Be an (Asian) American? (ft. Jen Yamato & Jia Lynn Yang) Maximum Fun 00:57:48 This week, we're launching a new series about the unique ways that minorities and marginalized groups engage pride, patriotism, and simply existing as American – especially right now. In this first installment, we focus on Asian American identity and are joined by LA Times film reporter and co-host of the LA Times podcast Asian Enough, Jen Yamato. We also speak with NY Times Deputy National Editor and author of ONE MIGHTY AND IRRESISTIBLE TIDE: The Epic Struggle Over American Immigration, 1924-1965, Jia Lynn Yang. This week, we're launching a new series about the unique ways that minorities and marginalized groups engage pride, patriotism, and simply existing as American – especially right now. In this first installment, we focus on Asian American identity and are joined by LA Times film reporter and co-host of the LA Times podcast Asian Enough, Jen Yamato. We also speak with NY Times Deputy National Editor and author of ONE MIGHTY AND IRRESISTIBLE TIDE: The Epic Struggle Over American Immigration, 1924-1965, Jia Lynn Yang. lifetime, japanese internment, aunjanue ellis, racism, the clark sisters: the first ladies of gospel, tiffany boone, pandemic, little fires everywhere, rihanna, history of asian immigration, la times, jen yamato, jia lynn yang, covid-19 true full 11 550bc8db-f4bd-449c-bc1c-bdcab9018660 THEE Reason Black People Don’t Eat Chicken in Public (ft. Sam Sanders) Mychael Chinn's The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel premieres this Saturday on Lifetime.

 

Pass the Popcorn

 

Tiger King

Articles Referenced on the Show

Source: The Atlantic

CodeSwitch: Where Did That Fried Chicken Stereotype Come From?

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

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Twitter: @jaboukie

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Sam - In dishonor of Mr. Whoever Runs Twitter Sam would like to shout out comedian Jaboukie Young-White who was recently suspended from Twitter for tweeting as Presidential hopeful Joe Biden.

Jarrett - Shout out to Shar Jossell for the lofi hip hop vibes on ChilledCow recommendation.

Tre'Vell - The P's both Master and Tyler.

 

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FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

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]]> Thu, 9 Apr 2020 10:00:09 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Mychael Chinn's The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel premieres this Saturday on Lifetime.

 

Pass the Popcorn

 

Tiger King

Articles Referenced on the Show

Source: The Atlantic

CodeSwitch: Where Did That Fried Chicken Stereotype Come From?

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

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Twitter: @jaboukie

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Sam - In dishonor of Mr. Whoever Runs Twitter Sam would like to shout out comedian Jaboukie Young-White who was recently suspended from Twitter for tweeting as Presidential hopeful Joe Biden.

Jarrett - Shout out to Shar Jossell for the lofi hip hop vibes on ChilledCow recommendation.

Tre'Vell - The P's both Master and Tyler.

 

Go ahead and @ us

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@Swish (Producer Laura Swisher)

 

FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org

Laura Swisher is the senior producer.

]]> THEE Reason Black People Don’t Eat Chicken in Public (ft. Sam Sanders) Maximum Fun 00:48:53 This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett are keeping things a bit light and talking controversial food opinions. But first they spill the tea and Pass the Popcorn over Joe Exotic and the peak White crazy of Tiger King. NPR's It's Been A Minute host Sam Sanders joins the show to talk about chicken. Is a boneless wing considered a wing? Is it ever okay for Black folk to eat chicken in front of White PayPal? What if they're doing it while singing an absolute banger about a crispy chicken sandwich?  We'll chat about that controversial Mary J Blige commercial and unpack the shame and stereotypes behind chicken. Plus, Sam shares the history behind some of the racist tropes involving Black people and food. Turns out, the story behind Black people loving watermelon has its origins in Black liberation.  Before we go, it's recently been reported that Black  people are disproportionately impacted by COVID - 19 and are dying at higher rates. If you're looking for resources on how you can help from home, here's a great place to start. This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett are keeping things a bit light and talking controversial food opinions. But first they spill the tea and Pass the Popcorn over Joe Exotic and the peak White crazy of Tiger King. NPR's It's Been A Minute host Sam Sanders joins the show to talk about chicken. Is a boneless wing considered a wing? Is it ever okay for Black folk to eat chicken in front of White PayPal? What if they're doing it while singing an absolute banger about a crispy chicken sandwich?  We'll chat about that controversial Mary J Blige commercial and unpack the shame and stereotypes behind chicken. Plus, Sam shares the history behind some of the racist tropes involving Black people and food. Turns out, the story behind Black people loving watermelon has its origins in Black liberation.  Before we go, it's recently been reported that Black  people are disproportionately impacted by COVID - 19 and are dying at higher rates. If you're looking for resources on how you can help from home, here's a great place to start. the clark sisters: first ladies of gospel, gene demby, popeye's chicken sandwich, university of missouri professor claire schmidt, roscoe's, strong black lead, chicken, jasmyn lawson, roscoe's chicken, tiger king, twitter, gus' fried chicken, cooning, respectability, sam sanders, s birth of a nation, wendy williams, chilled cow on youtube, mary j blige, joe exotic, burger king, code switch, shar jossell, jaboukie young-white, mychael chinn, white redneck culture, trump, covid-19 true full 10 f8a567ef-56c9-4c71-aea1-5e78d0eafafb I Am Not My Hair(cut) (ft. Wyatt Cenac & Antonio Johnson) Shape Up: Gay in the Black barbershop

The Confess Project

Lorenzo Lewis

The Black Man Project

Wyatt tries to get himself a spokesperson gig at Bevel

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[include Yamiche pic]

Jarrett - Yamiche Alcindor

Wyatt - Coronavirus worker strikes at Amazon and elsewhere

Tre'Vell - In honor of Trans Visibility Day (March 31st), Tre'Vell gives a shout out to Every Image Is an Offering

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]]> Thu, 2 Apr 2020 10:00:08 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Shape Up: Gay in the Black barbershop

The Confess Project

Lorenzo Lewis

The Black Man Project

Wyatt tries to get himself a spokesperson gig at Bevel

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[include Yamiche pic]

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]]> I Am Not My Hair(cut) (ft. Wyatt Cenac & Antonio Johnson) Maximum Fun 00:53:25 We’re talking about one of the most important institutions in every community: The barbershop. Wyatt Cenac joins the show this week as guest host (or Tre'vell replacement?!), and brainstorms lots of new slogans for FANTI merch. Cenac also tells us about going to the cheapest barber shop in the greater Dallas area as a kid with his penny-pinching stepdad. Plus, they’ll get into why Black folk come to barbershops for the haircuts, but stay for the prostate exam. In addition, artist & author Antonio Johnson tells us about traveling the country visiting barbershops for his You Next project. Off topic: Hey listener, do you happen to know the person in charge of hiring at the black-owned grooming product company Bevel? We may know someone, a “name”, if you will, looking for a side hustle as a spokesperson. We can’t say who that person is, but have them email the pod. We’re talking about one of the most important institutions in every community: The barbershop. Wyatt Cenac joins the show this week as guest host (or Tre'vell replacement?!), and brainstorms lots of new slogans for FANTI merch. Cenac also tells us about going to the cheapest barber shop in the greater Dallas area as a kid with his penny-pinching stepdad. Plus, they’ll get into why Black folk come to barbershops for the haircuts, but stay for the prostate exam. In addition, artist & author Antonio Johnson tells us about traveling the country visiting barbershops for his You Next project. Off topic: Hey listener, do you happen to know the person in charge of hiring at the black-owned grooming product company Bevel? We may know someone, a “name”, if you will, looking for a side hustle as a spokesperson. We can’t say who that person is, but have them email the pod. coronavirus, shape up: gay in the black barbershop, yamiche alcindor, antonio johnson, you next, fades, tre’vell anderson, amazon, bevel, lorenzo lewis, jarrett hill, trans visibility day, the black man project, marlon hall, barbershops, brian ellison, anthony suber, the confess project, jeff bezos, buzzcuts, unmaskulinity, problem areas, wyatt cenac, every image is an offering true full 9 0597f3c2-082a-4a61-8b03-7ffe02b70c30 When Gospel Music Slaps...and Leaves a Mark (ft. Mychael Chinn) Tough Question - Jarrett wants to hire a black or brown housekeeper, and has all kinds of feelings about it.

 

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Rapper Chika: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

Oprah won't let Stedman in her bed

DJ D-Nice's Club Quarantine Instagram Dance Party

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]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2020 10:00:16 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Tough Question - Jarrett wants to hire a black or brown housekeeper, and has all kinds of feelings about it.

 

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]]> When Gospel Music Slaps...and Leaves a Mark (ft. Mychael Chinn) Maximum Fun 01:03:44 This week Jarrett and Tre'Vell take listeners to church, and talk about what it means to be black, queer and religious. They're joined by Mychael Chinn, the executive producer of Lifetime's upcoming movie The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel. Grab your hankies because they go deep and get personal. This week Jarrett and Tre'Vell take listeners to church, and talk about what it means to be black, queer and religious. They're joined by Mychael Chinn, the executive producer of Lifetime's upcoming movie The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel. Grab your hankies because they go deep and get personal. religion, d-nice, tre’vell anderson, church, stedman, the clark sisters: the first ladies of gospel. lifetime, anthony brown, jarrett hill, walter hawkins, fantasia, npr tiny desk concerts, mychael chinn, donald lawrence & the tri-city singers, tye tribbett, gospel music, chika, oprah true full 8 24785350-c565-49dd-9e01-53a5789cd0c5 We Love Mo’Nique For Real A Tough Question

What’s a single living in the midst of a pandemic supposed to do? Shelter in place… alone? Do single folk no longer get to mix and mingle, Netflix and chill, or have the sex while we’re in the age of the Ronia?

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]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2020 17:23:08 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ A Tough Question

What’s a single living in the midst of a pandemic supposed to do? Shelter in place… alone? Do single folk no longer get to mix and mingle, Netflix and chill, or have the sex while we’re in the age of the Ronia?

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]]> We Love Mo’Nique For Real Maximum Fun 00:54:34 This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett give Mo’Nique the FANTI treatment. After the powerhouse comedian earned a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role in Precious, she was well-positioned to land other major roles in studio releases, so...what happened? Are the stories about her being difficult to work with true, or might it have something to do with being a strong black woman from Baltimore not afraid to stand up for herself? This week, Tre’Vell and Jarrett give Mo’Nique the FANTI treatment. After the powerhouse comedian earned a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role in Precious, she was well-positioned to land other major roles in studio releases, so...what happened? Are the stories about her being difficult to work with true, or might it have something to do with being a strong black woman from Baltimore not afraid to stand up for herself? kyla pratt, coronavirus, steve harvey, chris rock, america’s next top model, gabourey sidibe, queens of comedy, strong black lead, almost christmas, tindr, gov. cuomo, tre’vell anderson, grindr, jarrett hill, precious, netflix, roseanne barr, proud family, flavor of love, mo’nique, strong black legends, tiffany pollard, amy schumer, lee daniels, i coulda been your cell mate, phat girlz, gov. gavin newsom, blackbird, the parkers, orange is the new black, mayor jenny durkan of seattle, bill bellamy, tyler perry, covid-19, gov. andrew cuomo, oprah true full 7 c9fccd58-14ef-45e0-b6f2-7e6a5d5e46ee Tyler Perry and the MCU: Madea Cinematic Universe Pass the Popcorn

This week, Jarrett found inspiration in a tweet from Matt Lucas featuring a clip of the now-classic fight between Good Day New York anchor Jim Ryan and field reporter Dick Oliver from 2001.

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The hairdresser and the 4-yr-old

Megan Thee Stallion

Elizabeth Warren

Lena Waithe’s new show Twenties

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]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2020 07:05:27 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Pass the Popcorn

This week, Jarrett found inspiration in a tweet from Matt Lucas featuring a clip of the now-classic fight between Good Day New York anchor Jim Ryan and field reporter Dick Oliver from 2001.

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The hairdresser and the 4-yr-old

Megan Thee Stallion

Elizabeth Warren

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]]> Tyler Perry and the MCU: Madea Cinematic Universe Maximum Fun 01:10:43 Love him or hate him, Tyler Perry is a force to be reckoned with. The entertainment mogul wrote his way out of homelessness, and now presides over a media empire, including the 330-acre lot bearing his name in Atlanta: Tyler Perry Studios. Jarrett and Tre’Vell get into why their fans of Perry, from his business acumen, the opportunities he’s created for black actors and his philanthropy. They also delve into Perry’s problem areas--the uneven quality of his writing, the pattern of colorism in his body of work, his portrayal of women on screen and wigs. Really bad wigs. Love him or hate him, Tyler Perry is a force to be reckoned with. The entertainment mogul wrote his way out of homelessness, and now presides over a media empire, including the 330-acre lot bearing his name in Atlanta: Tyler Perry Studios. Jarrett and Tre’Vell get into why their fans of Perry, from his business acumen, the opportunities he’s created for black actors and his philanthropy. They also delve into Perry’s problem areas--the uneven quality of his writing, the pattern of colorism in his body of work, his portrayal of women on screen and wigs. Really bad wigs. lena waithe, why did i get married?, elizabeth warren, good day ny, the grio, fierce entertainment media, why did i get married too, madea, diary of a mad black woman, tre’vell anderson, tyler perry studios, dwayne johnson, daddy’s little girls, megan thee stallion, the haves and have nots, jarrett hill, brandy, taraji p. henson, dick oliver, tuskegee, jim ryan, keyaira kelly, jurnee smollett-bell, crystal fox, fall from grace, viola davis, janet jackson, whoopie goldberg, shemar moore, hello beautiful, gabrielle union, tyler perry true full 6 074d3ded-0d51-48af-8ef2-62bd03afa1d7 Why White People Love Wakanda A Tough Question: Should journalists vote?

That’s this week’s tough question, inspired by a New York Times article No Politics Till the 7th Date? How Journalists Stay Impartial. In particular, Tre’Vell and Jarrett responded to what journalist Peter Baker said:

As reporters, our job is to observe, not participate, and so to that end, I don’t belong to any political party, I don’t belong to any non-journalism organization, I don’t support any candidate, I don’t give money to interest groups and I don’t vote.

Spoiler alert: Tre’Vell and Jarrett don’t share this opinion.

DIS/Honorable Mentions 

Tre’Vell - Democratic candidates dropping out of presidential race

Jarrett  - Tatyana Ali

Tre’Vell - Oprah Winfrey

Jarrett - School cafeteria food

Tre’Vell - Chris Matthews 

Jarrett - Mercury in retrograde

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]]> Thu, 5 Mar 2020 10:45:29 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ A Tough Question: Should journalists vote?

That’s this week’s tough question, inspired by a New York Times article No Politics Till the 7th Date? How Journalists Stay Impartial. In particular, Tre’Vell and Jarrett responded to what journalist Peter Baker said:

As reporters, our job is to observe, not participate, and so to that end, I don’t belong to any political party, I don’t belong to any non-journalism organization, I don’t support any candidate, I don’t give money to interest groups and I don’t vote.

Spoiler alert: Tre’Vell and Jarrett don’t share this opinion.

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Tre’Vell - Democratic candidates dropping out of presidential race

Jarrett  - Tatyana Ali

Tre’Vell - Oprah Winfrey

Jarrett - School cafeteria food

Tre’Vell - Chris Matthews 

Jarrett - Mercury in retrograde

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]]> Why White People Love Wakanda Maximum Fun 00:50:48 Since FANTI launched last month, white people have been emailing, texting, and DM-ing the hosts about loving the podcast even though they’re “not the target demographic”. In this episode, Tre’Vell and Jarrett ask the question: Uhhh...what do you mean by that? Since FANTI launched last month, white people have been emailing, texting, and DM-ing the hosts about loving the podcast even though they’re “not the target demographic”. In this episode, Tre’Vell and Jarrett ask the question: Uhhh...what do you mean by that? tatyana ali, ramy, angelina jolie, beatrice dixon, leonardo dicaprio, chris matthews, noah’s ark, brad pitt, black-ish, honey pot, la la land, bet, target, snl, lupita nyong’o, atlanta, jarrett hill, the jeffersons, no politics till the 7th date? how journalists stay impartial, how to get away with murder, kamala harris, peter baker, elementary school food, white people, black, queer, moonlight, super tuesday, journalism, re’vell anderson, logo tv, voting, rupaul, the abbey, sanford & son, amy klobuchar, real housewives of atlanta, insecure, trans, new york times, showtime, oprah winfrey, tater tots, ru paul’s drag race, boomerang, hulu true full 5 91d67b6f-9c67-4c3b-a2d2-ecb415a820d3 The British Are Coming! The British Are Coming! Pass the Popcorn

  • Everyone in Jarrett & Tre’Vell’s timelines wants them to check out Love Is Blind on Netflix.

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]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2020 11:00:20 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Pass the Popcorn

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]]> The British Are Coming! The British Are Coming! Maximum Fun 00:47:31 Samuel L. Jackson once mused what an African American actor would have done with Daniel Kaluuya's role in Get Out, sparking a heated debate about casting Black British Actors for quintessentially American roles. Although that controversy raged years ago, it continued to simmer. With Cynthia Erivo's Oscar nod for playing Harriet Tubman in Harriet, and her upcoming portrayal of Aretha Franklin in Genius, this debate has erupted again, giving this conversation more urgency. On this week's FANTI, Tre'Vell and Jarrett break down why this is such a thorny issue, and also why it matters. Samuel L. Jackson once mused what an African American actor would have done with Daniel Kaluuya's role in Get Out, sparking a heated debate about casting Black British Actors for quintessentially American roles. Although that controversy raged years ago, it continued to simmer. With Cynthia Erivo's Oscar nod for playing Harriet Tubman in Harriet, and her upcoming portrayal of Aretha Franklin in Genius, this debate has erupted again, giving this conversation more urgency. On this week's FANTI, Tre'Vell and Jarrett break down why this is such a thorny issue, and also why it matters. harriet tubman, star wars, get out, samuel l. jackson, john boyega, tre’vell anderson, daniel kaluuya, andre holland, lupita nyong’o, denzel washington, mahershala ali, thandie newton, jarrett hill, ava duvernay, queen & slim, cynthia erivo, chiwetel ejiofor, justin simien, david oyelowo, reggie yates, 12 years a slave, viola davis, martin luther king jr., love is blind, idris elba, tv’s black renaissance: reggie yates in hollywood, naomie harris, ebro in the morning, selma true full 4 46389bd8-60a7-412a-bb9c-52ef0ac90695 Wendy Williams, How YOU Doin’? You Okay Girl? (ft. Shar Jossell) Tre’Vell and Jarrett are joined this week by special guest--and Wendy Williams stan--Shar Jossell. Once again, they had an entirely different show planned out and then...Wendy said some stuff, apologized, and said some more stuff. 

Tune in to hear them grapple with the gaffe queen they love...kinda.

]]> Thu, 20 Feb 2020 11:00:20 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Tre’Vell and Jarrett are joined this week by special guest--and Wendy Williams stan--Shar Jossell. Once again, they had an entirely different show planned out and then...Wendy said some stuff, apologized, and said some more stuff. 

Tune in to hear them grapple with the gaffe queen they love...kinda.

]]> Wendy Williams, How YOU Doin’? You Okay Girl? (ft. Shar Jossell) Maximum Fun 00:48:05 alex newell, harriet tubman, dwayne wade, drew carrey, transphobia, black history month, cta, wendy williams, one united bank, whitney houston, omarosa, galentine’s day, chloie jonsson, shar jossell, kardashians, zaya wade, mike bloomberg, ll cool j true full 3 675382cf-cc9d-4b80-b7ee-89761b87b699 Why You’re Wrong About Gayle King and Kobe Bryant including his rape allegation. Shout at Us Twitter: Instagram: Email us at FANTI@maximumfun.org ]]> Thu, 13 Feb 2020 11:00:01 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Why You’re Wrong About Gayle King and Kobe Bryant Maximum Fun 00:58:51 On this week’s show, Tre’Vell gives us a quick run through of the highs and lows of this year’s Oscars. Spoiler alert: Billy Porter’s outfit gives them feelings. For our FANTI segment, Tre’Vell and Jarrett get into all of the drama surrounding the blowback Gayle King received for practicing journalism by asking WNBA star Lisa Leslie about Kobe Bryant’s legacy, including his rape allegation. Shout at Us Twitter: Instagram: Email us at FANTI@maximumfun.org On this week’s show, Tre’Vell gives us a quick run through of the highs and lows of this year’s Oscars. Spoiler alert: Billy Porter’s outfit gives them feelings. For our FANTI segment, Tre’Vell and Jarrett get into all of the drama surrounding the blowback Gayle King received for practicing journalism by asking WNBA star Lisa Leslie about Kobe Bryant’s legacy, including his rape allegation. Shout at Us Twitter: Instagram: Email us at FANTI@maximumfun.org erica cobb, dwayne wade, monique, sexual assault, married to medicine, rashan ali, kobe bryant, barry jenkins, gayle king, janelle monae, gianna bryant, broom challenge, lisa leslie, oscars, r. kelly, parasite, billy porter, bill cosby, emmit till, bong joon ho, gabrielle union, bill bellamy, snoop dogg, vanessa bryant true full 2 8463da61-1234-4713-a379-4c3ac056ff71 Kevin Hart Welcome to FANTI, a podcast about being a fan when the people and things you love don’t always do right! Your hosts, Tre’vell Anderson and Jarrett Hill are here to help you navigate the complex and complicated conversations about the gray areas in our lives. 

In our first episode Tre’vell shares the story of an Iowa Democratic Caucus voter who somehow didn’t know Mayor Pete is gay in a segment called Pass the Popcorn. Our FANTI topic for the week is Kevin Hart, as we revisit his Oscars controversy and discuss how he’s still navigating the consequences a year later. And make sure to stick around for our segment Dis/Honorable mentions where we’ll shout out (and sometimes shout at) those who made the news this week.

]]> Thu, 6 Feb 2020 11:00:05 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Maximum Fun) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Welcome to FANTI, a podcast about being a fan when the people and things you love don’t always do right! Your hosts, Tre’vell Anderson and Jarrett Hill are here to help you navigate the complex and complicated conversations about the gray areas in our lives. 

In our first episode Tre’vell shares the story of an Iowa Democratic Caucus voter who somehow didn’t know Mayor Pete is gay in a segment called Pass the Popcorn. Our FANTI topic for the week is Kevin Hart, as we revisit his Oscars controversy and discuss how he’s still navigating the consequences a year later. And make sure to stick around for our segment Dis/Honorable mentions where we’ll shout out (and sometimes shout at) those who made the news this week.

]]> Kevin Hart Maximum Fun 00:41:14 FANTI kicks off as Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss their complicated relationships with Kevin Hart. FANTI kicks off as Tre'vell and Jarrett discuss their complicated relationships with Kevin Hart. yolo akili, jarrett hill, kevin hart, iowa caucuses, tre'vell anderson true full 1 812037a8-f4f7-43bf-b5f9-1d6b755325ba FANTI - Teaser Sometimes the people, places, and things we love don't love us back. We're fans, but we also have some ANTI- feelings toward them. Every week on FANTI, journalists Tre'vell Anderson and Jarrett Hill bring their pop culture and political expertise to things we must stan and stand up against. FANTI is a place where nuance reigns supreme with energetic, complicated, and sometimes difficult conversations that bring deep knowledge and thoughtful perspective to the things we love and rage about, from the White House to the Real House(wives).

Coming soon to Maximum Fun. 

]]> Mon, 3 Feb 2020 09:00:00 +0000 shows@maximumfun.org (Jarrett Hill, Tre'vell Anderson) https://maximumfun.org/podcasts/fanti/ Sometimes the people, places, and things we love don't love us back. We're fans, but we also have some ANTI- feelings toward them. Every week on FANTI, journalists Tre'vell Anderson and Jarrett Hill bring their pop culture and political expertise to things we must stan and stand up against. FANTI is a place where nuance reigns supreme with energetic, complicated, and sometimes difficult conversations that bring deep knowledge and thoughtful perspective to the things we love and rage about, from the White House to the Real House(wives).

Coming soon to Maximum Fun. 

]]> FANTI - Teaser Jarrett Hill, Tre'vell Anderson 00:01:11 Sometimes the people, places, and things we love don't love us back. We're fans, but we also have some ANTI- feelings toward them. Every week on FANTI, journalists Tre'vell Anderson and Jarrett Hill bring their pop culture and political expertise to things we must stan and stand up against. Sometimes the people, places, and things we love don't love us back. We're fans, but we also have some ANTI- feelings toward them. Every week on FANTI, journalists Tre'vell Anderson and Jarrett Hill bring their pop culture and political expertise to things we must stan and stand up against. jarrett hill, fanti, tre'vell anderson true trailer