Kick off the premiere episode of The Brew Is Back: Uncut & Uncensored with host Erickka Jones as she takes you on a deep dive into her dynamic, decades-long career in entertainment—all leading up to this podcast. Meet some dynamic people from her inner circle and get the backstory on The Brew, inspired by a relationship column she wrote with a cult following in the '90s. Why did it hit so hard back then—and why is it back now? Buckle up, y’all! 

This week's special guests:

Sarah Jones

Darnita Turner

Brenda Medley

Claude Grunitzsky

Chapters00:00Introduction to The Brew02:57Erickka's Journey in Podcasting and Writing06:07Personal Background and Influences09:02The Importance of Writing and Storytelling11:49Introducing Friends and Family15:05Conversations with Influential Figures18:04Reflections on Career and Mentorship26:14Exploring Black Culture and Intersectionality30:41The Birth of Bitches Brew35:35Spotting Talent and Building Community40:40The Importance of Capital for Black Media45:10Introducing The Brew: A New Era49:19Documenting Our Times Through The Brew