Alternative Blacks

Alternative Blacks

By Tyler WashingtonSociety & Culture
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Alternative Blacks episodes

  • Instagram Live: Show Me The Money

    Recorded January 28, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler break down the recent surge in GameStop stocks at the hand of Reddit traders and how those everyday investors exposed the market. From the Biden administration, hedge funds, and public transit Chris and Tyler reminisce on what a crazy month it's been.

    Make sure to follow us on Instagram so you can stay up to date on the happenings of the show, and catch us every other Thursday at 7 pm ET as we go live!

    1 hr 35 min
  • Instagram Live: What's Up With D.C

    Recorded January 14, 2021: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler start by detailing Chris's Birthday beer trail on their way to Poconos for a celebratory weekend. We then break down the insurrection at the capitol on January sixth from the events leading up to the attack, the response, and the aftermath. Lending their thoughts on what this means for America, Chris and Tyler dissect the intersection between morality and politics.

    Make sure to follow us on Instagram so you can stay up to date on the happenings of the show, and catch us every other Thursday at 7 pm ET as we go live!

    1 hr 9 min
  • Non-Whiteness of Beer: Africa

    Chris and Tyler take one last stop in Africa to discuss the history of beer and brewing in the continent.

    Here are some resources to check out:

    • Characteristics of African traditional beers brewed with sorghum malt: a review | Université de Liège
    • Urwagwa
    • Sudan's Fermented Food Heritage
    • 1 hr 23 min
    • Instagram Live: Happy New Year

      Recorded December 31, 2020: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler wish everyone a Happy New Year and give a sneak peek into what 2021 will bring for the Alternative Blacks!

      Make sure to follow us on Instagram so you can stay up to date on the happenings of the show, and catch us every other Thursday at 7 pm ET as we go live!

      3 min
    • Instagram Live: Baseball & Blizzard

      Recorded December 17, 2020: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler begin by discussing the value of local breweries and praising the brewers in their home state, Pennsylvania. Breaking down the MLB's decision to officially recognize Negro League Baseball on the major record, Chris and Tyler segue into the legacy and Black players and responsibility within the sports industry. Wrapping up, we discuss how online schooling, as a result of the pandemic, is ridding kids of snow days during this blizzard. Further, the pressure placed on students and employees as our workplace becomes increasingly virtual is taking a toll on our collective mental health.

      Make sure to follow us on Instagram so you can stay up to date on the happenings of the show, and catch us every other Thursday at 7 pm ET as we go live!

      49 min
    • Non-Whiteness of Beer: Mesopotamia

      Chris and Tyler continue their series of the non-white history of beer in the world. This episode travels to ancient Mesopotamia where over 70 varieties of beer were made. To dive deeper into what was discussed check out some of the resources below!

      • The Hymn to Ninkasi Goddess of Beer 
      • Mesopotamian Beer was as Thick as a Meal Supplement
      • Brewing in Mesopotamia
      • Hammurabi's Code
      • Neolithic Period
      • Uruk Period
      • Check out some other fun resources below.

        Jay-Z's Acapella Albums

        • American Gangster
        • The Black Album
        • The Origin of Hamburgers 

          1 hr 40 min
        • Instagram Live: Check-In

          Recorded December 3, 2020: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler go live with longtime friend and loyal listener Hung Do to catch up on each other's personal and professional lives after the changes caused by the pandemic.

          Make sure to follow us on Instagram so you can stay up to date on the happenings of the show, and catch us every other Thursday at 7 pm ET as we go live!

          54 min
        • Instagram Live: Check-In

          Recorded November 19, 2020: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler go live with longtime friends and listeners Rea, Courtney, Shani, and Rob to catch up on their personal lives, the craft beer industry, and current events.

          Make sure to follow us on Instagram so you can stay up to date on the happenings of the show, and catch us every other Thursday at 7 pm ET as we go live!

          1 hr 23 min
        • Non-Whiteness of Beer: China

          Chris and Tyler continue their worldwide exploration to find the history of beer that is not rooted in whiteness. Below are some of the resources used in the creation of this episode for further reading!

          Did Black Women Invent Craft Beer?

          The History of Beer in China

          Recreate 5000-year-old Chinese Beer Recipe


          1 hr 14 min
        • Instagram Live: Check-In Election Edition Pt. 2

          Recorded November 12, 2020: On this week's bonus episode of the Alternative Blacks Podcast, Chris and Tyler continue their conversation on the 2020 presidential election after the results have been finalized and Biden has been named the next president of the United States. Comparing their predictions of their home states to the final county maps in Pennsylvania, they analyze the aftermath of the election. Chris and Tyler transition into the changes they would like to see accomplished under the Biden administration, such as reparations for Black Americans, to take steps to heal the people's country.

          Make sure to follow us on Instagram so you can stay up to date on the happenings of the show, and catch us every other Thursday at 7 pm ET as we go live!

          1 hr 25 min

        About Alternative Blacks

        From the publisher's feed

        Christopher and Tyler discuss their perspective on growing up bi-racial through various topics and of course....beer.