Explain to Me

Episode #32 Notes: That Anthem Don't Even Slap

Recorded: 2/3/19

Episode Length: 28:45

This week Jake talks about Governor Ralph Northam of Virginia having photos released of him in blackface. Sean asks if anyone can be saved from cancel culture. Bex asks how to deal with cutting ties with those close to you, who haven't decolonized.

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Mini-sode #7 Notes: Cause I thought to be white, was to be normal.

Recorded: 1/17/19

Episode Length: 9:34

In Mini-sode 7, Bex continues the series about being Mexican-American living in the U.S. with Teri Gender Bender of Le Butcherettes. They discuss Bi/Mental the band's latest album, what inspired the album, when Teri first discovered Alice Bag, and growing up surrounded by white people. Bi/mental drops February 1st. Check out the band's site to preorder the album. https://www.lebutcherettesofficial.com

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Mini-sode #6 Notes: You are so a Lisa.

Recorded: 1/19/19

Episode Length: 17:21

In Mini-sode 6, Bex begins a series of conversations on what it is like to be Mexican-American living in the U.S. As a great starting place she invited her Cousin Jesus on. Jesus was one of the technical architects who created the Simpsons World App. They discuss their early experiences with ESL classes, having other brown people around, The Simpsons, current projects, and family.

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Episode #31 Notes: It is now the year 2019. Trigger Warning

Recorded: 1/19/19

Episode Length: 30:44

Trigger Warning: Racism/Police Violence

First episode of 2019. Jake talks about Nathan Phillips and the disrespect he experienced at the Indigenous Rally. Bex discusses her feelings regarding the Women’s March, finding out what Indigenous groups she comes from, and AeroMexico’s latest commercial. Sean brings up the sentencing of Jason Van Dyke for the murder of Laquan McDonald. As well as a question from Kate from the podcast Ignorance was Bliss. She asks what do medical professionals have to keep in mind to help people of color the most.

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Mini-sode #5 Notes: I'll get the exact location of your demons. Trigger Warning

Recorded: 12/8/18

Episode Length: 19:58

Trigger Warning: Molestation/Child Abuse

In Mini-sode 5, Bex chats with Cody Beck of the local show American Hauntings Podcast. Their show is doing a 6 part series on the St. Louis Exorcism and the entire Season has been related to St. Louis hauntings. They take a walk and look at some of the old buildings where these events would occur. Discussing whether family trauma or demonic activity lead to the boy's behavior. Then reflect on their podcast and how they started. Please rate and subscribe.

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Episode #30 Notes: Thirty! Tamales! And Lube!

Recorded: 12/12/18

Length: 37:06

Bex, Jake, and Sean get together and reflect on 30 episodes and disscuss what will be coming in the future, in addition to thanking everyone for the support. Instead of catching up on current events, they caught up on life and how they feel this close to the holidays. The cost of having a child came up and started a conversation about an article, stating that there are many predatory practices in hospitals that people are unaware of. Bex coming clean about not knowing how to ride the Metro, and other St. Louis issues. Thoughts on the Golden Globe nominated show The Good Place, and Jameela Jamil's I Weigh campaign. Shout out to Kay of Master Bait'N for sending us Uberlube. Sean is excited to go to Wrestlemania, and asks the rest of the hosts to explain the best performance they have ever seen. Sesame Street is introducing a Homeless Character, so thoughts were discussed on that topic. Closing out the episode discussing the tamales Bex made and a cross promo for NRI Woman. Tune in.

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Mini-sode #3 Notes: Fight Club is your favorite movie though? TRIGGER WARNING*

Recorded: 12/2/18

Length: 42:34

Trigger Warning: Date Rape/Sexual Harrassment

Sean and Bex discuss Netflix cancelling Daredevil, Bryan Fuller shows getting cancelled before their time, Neil deGrasse Tyson and thoughts on him adressing being accused. Then listener questions including Explain to Me your thoughts on Toy Story 4 and what you are currently listening to, reading, etc to decolonize. Rate and subscribe.

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Mini-sode #3 Notes: Friendship, friendship. Feat- Bad at Love

Recorded: 12/01/18

Length: 44:17

This is the first collaboration episode between Explain to Me and Bad at Love podcast. Bex, Tamu, and Mallory sip on drinks, discuss beauty products they enjoy, chat about dating, toxic masculinity, and the tv show The Good Place. Stay tuned.

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Episode #29 Notes: What was that PBS Shit? Unedited!

Recorded: 11/21/18

Episode Length: 24:48

This episode is dedicated to Tiffany! Jake and Bex talk about the problematic history of Thanksgiving. Bex discusses some racist shit that recently happened to her. The Mayor of Tijuana is trash, and discuss Mexico’s xenophobia.

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Episode #28 Notes: I’d miss wild shit.

Recorded: 11/14/18

Episode Length: 43:35

This week we discussed what we had been up to in the last few weeks. Bex brought up her trip to Dallas; meeting up with the gals from @SpillTheChisme. Who schooled her on what to eat at Whataburger. Sean watched Latin History for Morons, and asked the rest of the group to help him create a curriculum that would have been more useful in High School. Bex asked for the guys to explain what would have been the most useful when they were younger. Jake asked the group their feelings on Stan Lee's death and mentioned future cameos. Wrapping up the episode was a question from Cornelius Swart and Andru Morgan of @PricedOutUSA. They asked, "Explain to Me what you would miss the most if your neighborhood was gentrified overnight?"

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