Getting into the mess, the state of the U.S. & taking all the thoughts and prayers. 

We Recommend

Cherika is bringing the wisdom with KevonStage's latest book "Successful Failure" and his conversation on the "Let's Try This Again" podcast with B. Simone. It's all about how your biggest mess-ups can be the path to your biggest blessings.

Sabrina is getting into some real true-crime with not one, but two podcasts for you. There's "Scamanda" podcast and Hulu documentary about a woman who faked cancer to scam her community, and "Unicorn Girl," about a woman who seemed to have a perfect life but was actually a master of deception.

And finally, EB has a couple of powerful picks for the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina: the National Geographic documentary "Hurricane Katrina: Race Against Time" and Spike Lee’s follow-up documentary, "If God Is Willing and Da Creek Don’t Rise." 

Successful Failure (Book)

Faith, Failure & Forever Love: My Candid Conversation with KevOnStage ( Let’s Try This Again with B. Simone Podcast )

Scamanda

Unicorn Girl

If God Is Willing and Da Creek Don’t Rise

Show Notes

This week on Da Kickback, we’re trading in the chaos for some calm (well, sort of) as we dive deep into Netflix’s southern comfort series Sweet Magnolias. From Maddie's mama bear moments to Dana Sue's kitchen therapy and Helen's endless love triangle, we break down the big themes, messy relationships, and those small-town secrets that keep Serenity anything but peaceful.

💬 Is it giving Hallmark vibes or hiding something deeper?

Whether you're a longtime fan or a curious newcomer, tune in as we unpack the sweetness and the spice of Sweet Magnolias—Kickback style.

🕺 Tap in, laugh with us, and don’t forget: bring your feelings to the porch.

We Recommend 

Humans of New York: Tanqueray

Amazon.com: Tanqueray: 9781250278272: Stanton, Brandon, Johnson, Stephanie: Books

Real, raw, and unapologetically honest, this is the full story of Tanqueray as told by Brandon Stanton―a book filled with never-before-told stories of Tanqueray's struggles and triumphs through good times and bad, personal photos from her own collection, and glimpses of New York City from back in the day when the name “Tanqueray” was on everyone’s lips.

Forever

FOREVER | Official Trailer | Netflix

Reunited as teens, two childhood friends fall deeply in love, experiencing the joy and heartache of a first romance that will change their lives forever.

Train Wreck 

Trainwreck: Poop Cruise | Official Trailer | Netflix

An engine fire leaves 4,000 passengers stranded at sea without power and plumbing in this wild documentary about the infamous "poop cruise" of 2013.

EB will give good vibes & words of encouragement for 25k. 🤷🏿‍♂️

We Recommend

This month our recommendations are a blend of personal safety, dramatic storytelling, and supporting black businesses. Sabrina offers "Bo Society & Books" which promotes personal growth and empowerment through a range of Christian books and an optional membership program. She also recommends "The Gift of Fear," a book offering insights into intuition and self-protection. For screen time, Cherika suggests the film "Sinners". EB came through with two Netflix series: "Sweet Magnolias" a heartwarming story of female friendship and life in a small Southern town, and "Ransom Canyon" a romantic Western saga centered on ranching families and their struggles in Texas. Cowboy Carter must have EB in a country mood. Check it all out below!

Bo Society & Books

https://www.thebosociety.com/

The Gift of Fear

https://giftoffear.com/book

Sinners

https://www.sinnersmovie.com/

https://www.netflix.com/title/80239866

SHOW NOTES

In this episode of DaKickback, we’re chopping it up about all the recent family fun — from epic vacation memories and out-of-the-country adventures to the unforgettable moments from a family wedding. We’re sharing laughs, reflecting on what made it all so meaningful, and even diving into some of the biggest stories in politics. You know the vibe — good convos, good energy, and nothing but real talk at DaKickback.

SHOW NOTES

In this episode, we share some personal life updates and dive into the excitement and highlights of award season. Our recommends are "The Telepathy Tapes," the fascinating capabilities of ChatGPT, and the gripping "American Murder" series. Tune in for all this and more as we chat about the latest in entertainment and life!

We Recommend

The Telepathy Tapes dares to explore the profound abilities of non-speakers with autism—individuals who have long been misunderstood and underestimated.

The Telepathy Tapes

ChatGPT is an AI chatbot developed by OpenAI. It uses deep learning to generate human-like text based on prompts from users.

ChatGPT | OpenAI

What happened in the final days of Gabby Petito's life? In this gripping true-crime series, her loved ones reveal the untold story of her tragic murder.

Watch American Murder: Gabby Petito | Netflix Official Site

A year away?! Yeah, we know.

SHOW NOTES

We Recommend

This week we're serving up a little something for everyone! Whether you're looking for a thrilling mystery to binge-watch via Netflix's "The Night Agent", a deeper dive into scripture with "The Bible Recap", or just a good laugh and insight into hip hop music with the "No Life Shaq" youtube page, we've got you covered. From political conspiracies to spiritual growth and hilarious social commentary, these recommendations are sure to keep you entertained and engaged. Check them out below!

The Night Agent

https://www.netflix.com/title/81450827

The Bible Recap

https://www.thebiblerecap.com/

No Life Shaq

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKUCm3FepRrl-VKhq0Wwajg

Wrapping up 2023, thanks for listening Kickbackers! 

We Recommend 

Our greatest recommendations will always be tied to getting to know Jesus Christ and being a light in this world.  It's no surprise then that our final recommendations are all resources to stay in God's word and grow in your knowledge of Him and yourself! Sabrina kicked things off with Devotional Classics edited by Foster and Smith. This book puts together some of the best thoughts from the family of Christ. Cherika's recommends, 52-weeks In the Word, comes with a book, podcast and workbook as it leads you on a journey to finish the Bible in a year. EB closes us out with two recommends from Jackie Hill Perry, the first being a 60 day devotional entitled, Upon Waking, to help break into the habit of being in the word and the second, Gay Girl, Good God, being a look at Jackie's path to settling in to who Christ called her to be. 

Devotional Classics  (Amazon)

https://www.amazon.com/Devotional-Classics-Selected-Readings-Individuals/dp/0060777508

52-weeks in the Word

https://www.trillianewbell.com/52-weeks-in-the-word

Upon Waking and Gay Girl, Good God

https://jackiehillperry.com/

SHOW NOTES

This week we discuss a variety of hot topics, from Johnathan Majors to Halle Bailey.

We Recommend...

Spirited (Apple TV)

A musical version of Charles Dickens's story of a miserly misanthrope who is taken on a magical journey.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnAJntI3NNs

Candy Cane Lane (Prime)

A man is determined to win the neighborhood's annual Christmas decorating contest. He makes a pact with an elf to help him win--and the elf casts a spell that brings the 12 days of Christmas to life, which brings unexpected chaos to town.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9d2G3l3UO4

A Madea Christmas

Madea dispenses her unique form of holiday spirit on a rural town when she's coaxed into helping a friend pay her daughter a surprise visit in the country for Christmas.

Tyler Perry's A Madea Christmas Official Trailer #1 (2013) HD (youtube.com)

Finacial Wellness!

SHOW NOTES

We talk Financial Planning, Stability, and Retirment with Entrepeneur and Financial Coach Maggie Charles.

We Recommend...

Get a Library Card

Enjoy Christmas stories on Hoopla during your Christmas travels.

Hoopla

Cloud-based service uses your library membership to give you books, music, and movies.

hoopladigital.com

Check on your friends and loved ones who may be struggling through the holiday season.

Do a random act of Kindness.

The Dave Ramsey Show

American radio personality who offers financial advice. He hosts the nationally syndicated radio program The Ramsey Show.

Listen to or Watch The Ramsey Show - Ramsey (ramseysolutions.com)

Special guest, C.J., shares how he continues to be his best self following his ten year stint in and out of prison. 

We Recommend 

Getting into the holiday spirit by watching on Dashing Through the Snow on Hulu or Family Switch on Netflix, enjoying some artificial intelligence vs mankind action via the movie The Creator on Amazon Prime (or fmovies cc if you can find it) and being inspired to fight the injustices in our legal system by checking out Netflix's Trial 4. 

Dashing Through the Snow (Hulu)

https://www.hulu.com/movie/dashing-through-the-snow-980811b4-a497-4bdb-8554-f3126117d8a6

Family Switch (Netflix)

https://www.netflix.com/title/81305096

The Creator (Amazon or f movie dot cc or something 👀)

https://www.amazon.com/Creator-John-David-Washington/dp/B0CM7T9C2Q

Trial 4