After Dinner Conversations

Breakdown: The Brothas are joined by one of their peers from undergrad in Kendra (@_kendrastacey) to talk about adjusting to life when moving to a completely new location after school. They also discuss some of the recent killings of black men by police that has occured in multiple cities this past week. Plug A Plug: All Love (shop.alllove) - "Love for All Who Have Love for All". Pass The Aux: Kendra: Fat Joe, DJ Khaled, & Amorphous - "Sunshine (The Light)", Corey: Ricky Reed, Leon Bridges, & Kiana Lede -"Better", Mike: Cookin Soul - "Money Andy", Stephen: Tsu Surf - "Quarantine Tales 2"

This is an After Dinner Conversation Special from late January, celebrating the New Year and Birthdays of our friends. This episode features two other podcasts: We Healing Now w/ Jasmine and Paris & Thoughts From a Counselor w/ Lebert Lester III and Paul Singleton II. Breakdown: The Brothas and Co talk about celebrating and embracing life. What that means this year and moving forward. Plug A Plug/Lead By Example: Paris Pruitt (@paris_pruitt) -  Author of the new book The Adventures of a Hood Scholar which is available on Amazon and with Independent distribution. Pass The Aux: After Dinner Conversations: De La Soul - "Rock Co.Kane Flow (Feat. MF Doom)", Thoughts From a Counselor: Juice WRLD & Young Thug - "Bad Boy", We Healing Now: BRS Kash, DaBaby, & City Girls - "Throat Baby (Go Baby) [Remix]".

Although not discussed explicitly on this episode, ADConvos and our fellow podcasters would like to say R.I.P. to Rap Icon, Legend, one of the best MC's to ever grace a mic in DMX. Our condolences and prayers go out to his family and loved ones during this time. 

Breakdown: The Brothas are back after another quick week! Much has changed including vaccination distribution access and Georgia voting laws, which they dive into. Plug A Plug: Off The Ground: (@__offtheground) - "Here to elevate your travel experience" Pass The Aux: Mike: Bun B & LE$ - "How it Go", Stephen: Crooked I - "Never Forget", Corey: Rod Wave - "SoulFly"

Breakdown: The Brothas come together to discuss the some of the struggles and pressures high school kids face to be "stars" in their respective sport. They also discuss some of the recent controversy over the discrepancies between the mens and womens NCAA tournament in regards to what is provided to the players. Plug A Plug: The Fond Home (@thefondhome) - "Shop our curated collection of home goods!" Pass The Aux: Corey: Tone Stith - "FWM", Stephen: Russ - "UGLY", Mike: Boldy James & The Alchemist - "Ill Advised"

Breakdown: The Brothas discuss some of the recent news including the question surrounding Shaun King, Benjamin Crump, and Tamika Mallory in regards to distribution of funds to Samaria Rice, the mother of Tamir Rice and Lisa Simpson, mother of Richard Risher. Plug A Plug: Exquisite Flavors LLC (@exquisiteflavorsct) - All Cooking & Catering Needs taken care of. Pass The Aux: Corey: Kota the Friend - "200 Dollars", Mike: Adam Snow - "9 to 5", Stephen: Jim Jones & Harry Fraud - "Make It Home"

Breakdown: The Brothas discuss the new stimulus package what using the new money may look like. They also briefly discuss the upcoming Grammy's and hypergamy. Plug A Plug Dopescrubs (@dopescrubs) - "You're Dope... Your scrubs should be too!" Pass The Aux: Mike: LNDN DRGS, Jay Worthy & Sean House - "Sideshow", Corey: VIC MENSA - "SHELTER", Stephen: Emawk - "PK"

Breakdown: The Brothas return to discuss how they evaluate situations given limited information. Most recently in regards to the More Than An Athlete podcast snippet on Twitter. They also discuss the covid relief bill that looks to be passed in the coming days. Plug A Plug: GEMPANADAS (@gem.pandas) - "Just a black girl that loves empanadas but added her twist" Pass The Aux: Corey: Domani - "Henny & Crystals", Stephen: Yaw Tog, Stormzy, & Kwesi Arthur - "Sore (Remix)", Mike: Medhane - "Affirmation #1". 

Breakdown: The Brothas are back to discuss movies on slavery and Black struggle after their recent viewing of Judas and The Black Messiah. They also talk about the new features being launched by Twitter that resembles elements of Patreon and Onlyfans. Plug A Plug: Shop More Noire (@shopmorenoire) - An up and coming fashion business that s curated for women who prioritize quality and loves black clothing. Pass The Aux: Corey: tobi lou - "2hrs", Stephen: Erick the Architect - "I Can't Lose", Mike: Lo Village - "Out The Window".

Breakdown: The Brothas return to discuss how "Comparison is the thief of Joy". They also briefly discuss the catastrophe that is currently taking place in Texas. Plug A Plug: Aries MRKT (@ariesmrkt) - A local marketplace that manages Clothing, Sneakers, Accessories, and Collectibles. Pass The Aux: Mike: Willie the Kid & V Don - "24 Hrs", Corey: Lil Tjay & 6LACK - "Calling My Phone", Stephen: Masego - "Somethin' Ain't Right".