After Dinner Conversations

Breakdown: After their brief hiatus, the Brothas return to talk about the recently selected Vice President Kamala Harris and their initial thoughts about the pick. The Brothas also discuss supporting Black businesses and fair judgement when it comes to assessing what is being sold. Plug A Plug: Posh Bodega (@posh.bodega) is an clothing company that has Posh Standard apparel at your neighborhood Bodega's prices. Pass The Aux: Mike: Rod Wave - "Freestyle", Corey: Dave East - "Mission", Stephen: Jorja Smith - "By Any Means". (Intro & Outro: Rick Ross - "The Devil Is a Lie:)

Breakdown: On this episode of After Dinner Conversations the Brothas briefly discuss Netflix new lineup of of Black sitcoms for the rest of the summer, heading into the Fall season. The Brothas spend time diving into wardrobes, the essentials needed for a man's closet, and the progression/change as you get older and acquire more money. Plug A Plug: Lulu's Ice Cream (@luluicecreamcafe), a Black owned ice cream cafe located on Albany Ave in Hartford Connecticut that not only sells ice cream, but salads, sandwiches, and paninis! Pass The Aux: Stephen: - Wale, IDK & Alex Vaughn - "LIVE FOR IT", Corey: Rexx Life Raj - "War", Mike: Little Brother - "Work Through Me". (Intro & Outro: Malik B. - "No Great Pretender")

Breakdown: The ADConvos Squad is joined by Mason, a second year undergraduate from the University of Connecticut who resides in New Jersey. Mason has been active over the last two months protesting and fighting systemic racism in his community. The Brothas and Mason discuss the shift in the Black Lives Matter movement and how individuals roles in the movement is not absolute. They also briefly discuss how much the movement is affected by the return of sports and other entertainment outlets. Plug A Plug: Black Baby Children's Books (@blackbabybooks); They make it easier to discover children's books with Black characters. Pass The Aux: Mason: Jay Electronica - "Ghost of Soulja Slim", Mike: Logic - "Soul Food II", Corey: Ryan Trey - "Rollin", Stephen: Dame D.O.L.L.A. - "GOAT Spirit". (Intro & Outro: Joey Bada$$ - "Shine")

Breakdown: The Brothas are back with their friend Paris to discuss the personalities individuals exhibit on social media platforms. They also spend some time discussing the validation individuals seek from the peers publicly. Plug A Plug: flxcreations (@flxcreations) Is a photography brand for the Greater CT - NY Area. Pass the Aux: Stephen: Sinead Harnett - " Stickin' ", Mike: SahBabii - "Racist", Corey: Giveon - "LIKE I WANT YOU", Paris: City Girls - "Broke Niggas". (Intro & Outro: Pop Smoke - "Got It on Me") R.I.P. Pop Smoke. 

Breakdown: The Brothas welcome their first music artist to the pod, SincereSebby, a local CT artist from East Hartford/New Haven that began rapping when he was in six grade. He's performed at multiple venues and has also opened for Lil' Bibby and G Herbo. In the first 30 minutes of the podcast, the Brothas interview SincereSebby on his upbringing, inspiration behind his music, and the challenges of growing his platform. For the remainder of the episode, they take a deeper look into the role music artists, both local and global, should play in the pursuit of social change and activism. Plug a Plug: Poppa's Kitchen (@poppaskitchen_), A chef in New Britain, CT who makes "Food for the Soul". Pass The Aux: Corey: Tsu Surf - "Nana Crib". SincereSebby: SincereSebby - "Fear and Faith",  Mike: Westside Gunn - "Michael Irvin", Stephen: Joell Ortiz & KXNG Crooked - "Catchin' Bodies". (Intro & Outro: Anderson .Paak - "Lockdown")

After a four week hiatus, the Brothas are back in full swing podding. The Brothas introduce two new segments to the pod: Recipe of the Week and Cocktail Hour.  On this episode they breakdown the recent divorce of Dr. Dre and Nicole Young after 24 years of marriage and the implications of a prenup in a marriage.  The Brothas also briefly discuss the financial situations when living with a significant other. Plug a Plug: Black Girl Environmentalist (@blackgirlenvironmentalist), A supportive community for Black womxn and femme environmentalists. Pass the Aux: Stephen: Spillage Village, JID, EarthGang - "End of Daze", Mike: Lil Durk - "3 Headed Goat", Corey: H.E.R. - "I Can't Breathe". (Intro: Wale - "That Way", Outro: H.E.R. - "I Can't Breathe")

Breakdown: The Brothas welcome back featured guest, Paris Pruitt, in a discussion about modern day relationships. On this episode we talk about our individual perspectives on the state of relationships in 2020. From the concept of situationships to the process of finding the ideal mate, a lot is discussed. Of course Paris left each of the brothas with something more to think about. Plug A Plug: This weeks plug is Respected Roots (@respectedroots), a company that offers quality natural beard, hair, and skin care products. Pass the Aux: Corey: Russ (feat. Boogie) - “Sky”, Mike: Noname - “Song 32”, Paris: Donny Hathaway & Roberta Flack - “Be Real Black For Me’, Stephen: Common (feat. Bilal) - “Letter to the Free”. (Intro: Bas - “Barack Obama Special”)

Breakdown: The Brothas welcome another guest to the podcast; Odia Kane, a friend of the pod and fellow UConn Alumn with her Master's in Public Health.  They discuss the events over the past week, including the death and following protests of George Floyd. They dive into a deeper conversation of what it means to be a "Sell Out", sell out culture, and how its costs to other members of the Black community. Plug A Plug: Batouly Camara's Women and Kids Empowerment (WAKE) an organization that empowers and educates girls in leadership and holistic wellness. You can find her on instagram (@toolyyy and @w_a_k_e__). Pass the Aux: Odia: Jasmine Cephas Jones - "Little Bird", Mike: Gil Scott-Heron - "Save the Children", Stephen: Nasty C and Rowlene - "I Need You", Corey: Dave B. - "Right Here". (Intro and Outro: Joey Bada$$ -  "For My People")

Breakdown: The Brothas welcome a friend of the podcast, Paris Puritt. Paris is best selling author and the co-host of the podcast "We Healing Now". This episode we breakdown the recent controversy over Lana Del Rey's Instagram post about women artist in the industry. The crew also discusses some of the struggles Black women face against white women in certain spaces. Plug A Plug: This weeks plug is Cultivation Design (@heycultivation), a company that helps individuals with marketing, design, and branding. Pass The Aux: Paris: Kevin Gates - "Dreka", Corey: Montell Jordan - "This Is How We Do It", Mike: EARTHGANG - "Cocktail", Stephen: O.L.A. - "Summertime Bop". (Intro & Outro: Kool & The Gang - "Celebration")

Breakdown: The Brothas discuss the pressures of being black graduates and being financially stable enough to take care of their family upon completion of a degree. The Brothas also explore the responsibilities that are put on black men in regards to relationships as well as within their siblings. Plug A Plug: This weeks we have the Elysian Hair Collection (@elysianhaircollection) , which provides women with an array of Virgin Hairs, Wigs and Lashes. Pass The Aux: Mike: Freddie Gibbs & Madlib - "Fake Names", Stephen: rum.gold - "Waiting For", Corey: KAS - "All Good". (Intro & Outro: Dreamville - "Under the Sun")