With the release of Cannon Busters on Netflix, we turn our focus to black characters in anime. We go over our obvious faves, the characters who are black in always but coloring, where our brown brethren fit in, and black character tropes. Plus, Disney is definitely getting this coin... & moose knuckles.

InstaBae: Raychill Smith | @raychillster Local Business: Hanifa | @hanifaofficial

Takeaway Question: - What off-color character do you think is actually black?

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This week on Alt-Black we have on a wonderfully delightful local sculpture artist. We talk about creating art that reflects what YOU know, the process for creating sculpture art, and why you should let your mama follow you on Instagram. Plus, hear why Eric got twitter banned for nothing at all....

Guest: Murjoni Merriweather | @mvrjoni InstaBae: Theresa | @theresachromati Local Business: Impact Hub | @impacthub_baltimore

Takeaway Question: - What have you re-purposed your kitchen for?

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We on that creepy sh*t this week as we take a look at Maryland/Baltimore's long turbulent history with the paranormal and serial killers. Demons got Eric shook. Sam is a little too excited by murder... I advise not eating while listening.

InstaBae: Medianoche | @_medianoche_ Local Business: Field of Screams Maryland | screams.org

Takeaway Question: - Have you ever witnessed paranormal activity?

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You've got skills, your friends have skills.. why not bring those skills together to achieve your goals?? That's what we're discussing this week, as we dive into the world of art collectives. Plus, listen to us geek over these MCU moves!! Ahhh!!

Guest: Liss | @tort.gurl InstaBae: Sachi | @chibith0t Local Business: Fully Grown | @fullygrownbmore

Takeaway Question: - What would be the name of your collective??

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Get your freedman dance on! This year Juneteenth seems to be a bigger deal than it has in previous years. We look into why it's more popular in some areas, some dope ways it's celebrated, the controversy over when to recognize it, and of course... whyt people whyt people'in.

InstaBae: Tabria Majors | @tabriamajors Local Business: Bengies Drive-In I | @bengies1956

Takeaway Question: - What tradition should we have for Juneteenth?

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This week on Alt-Black we are refereeing Hot Girls vs Gone Girls. On Hot Girls side we have the new rap femmes, mermaids, soccer champs, and more.. vs local mayors, ice cream criminals, and the recently deceased. No hate mail please.

InstaBae: Shannon Sharpe | @shannonsharpe84 Local Business: Everyman Theatre | @everymantheatre

Takeaway Question: - What kind of summer you having?

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This week on Alt-Black we are taking it back to the roots! A farming brother comes on to talk to us about urban farming, and how agriculture should be a bigger part of our communities. We discuss the spiritual connection between us, our food, and the land, how to get started, and why farmers are the boss b***s of the apocalypse. Plus, we get to the real about the effects of gentrification in our sister city, D.C.

Guest: Xavier Brown | soilfulcity.com InstaBae: Chauncey Dominique | @_chaunc Local Business: The Urban Oyster | @theurbanoyster

Takeaway Question: - What plants are you growing?

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Happy Birthday to US! In recognition of our podcast anniversary, we revisit our birth charts from our 'Ultra Personal' episode and have on the lovely guest who did them for us. We get some questions answered, get some bomb advice, and even have a mini tarot session.

Guest: Ash | @supaultraviolet InstaBae: Jay Ford | FB - @givemhellj Local Business: Star Track | @startrackbaltimore

Takeaway Question: - What sign do you vibe the most with?

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Tell your homeboy to grab the sticks... 🌈 Happy Pride!! With this month being all about our friends on various ends of the sexuality spectrum we decided to look more into what that actually means. Is the Kinsey scale still relevant? What's the difference between Bi & Pan? Would you smash your bestie (virtually)? Listen & find out.

InstaBae: Durand Bernarr | @durandbernarr Local Business: Open Works | openworksbmore.com

Takeaway Question: - What game character would you bang as?

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And with that, it's a wrap... Tune is as we have another GoT aficionado on to recap the final season. We discuss our favorite moments, some plot holes and what George R. R. Martin and HBO have in the works.

Guest: John InstaBae: Frankie Fictitious| @frankiefictitious Local Business: Charm City Meadworks | @charmcitymead

Takeaway Question: - Who would be your king of the 6 kingdoms?

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