Okay, Now Listen

Okay, Now Listen

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Okay, Now Listen episodes

  • Okay, Let's Netflix and Chill

    On this episode, we start off by checking in about Sylvia’s apartment-hunting adventures and Scottie’s itch to redecorate.

    Then, we chat about a few Netflix shows that we can't stop watching including two of our favorites, Moesha and The Game. Josh Gwynn and Tracy Clayton, hosts of the brand new pop culture podcast, Back Issue, join the conversation to share their thoughts on revisiting those shows all these years later.

    Finally, we know you still can't get enough of all things Brandy and Monica, so we wrap up the episode with deep cut recommendations by the two artists.

    47 min
  • Okay, Let's Dive Into The WAP (with Tyomi Morgan)

    On this episode, we start off by chatting about Cardi B's newest single with Meg Thee Stallion, “WAP,” and what new sex goals the lyrics have given us.

    Then, we speak to sex educator Tyomi Morgan about how to achieve WAP IRL and the sex tricks that are quarantine-friendly.

    Finally, we wrap up the episode with recommendations for Black women musicians that you can listen to and lingerie that'll have you thinking about becoming your own kind of sex symbol.

    1 hr 3 min
  • Okay, Now Let's Talk About Failure

    On this episode, we check-in about big life changes — Sylvia’s cross country move and Scottie’s first baecation!

    Then, we get really real and open up about failures. We share how hardships in our lives and careers have led to our successes and how important it is to honor the hard times too.

    Finally, we wrap up the episode with recommendations that give you the confidence to keep moving forward and a playlist that'll have you ready to make your next big move.

    54 min
  • Okay, It's Urgent As A MF (with Nia Long)
    On this episode, we check-in about what phase we're really in when it comes to this quarantine.
    Then, we get our entire lives while in conversation with the one and only, Nia Long. She talks with us about her new Netflix film, Fatal Affair, her legacy, and how all black girls are extensions of one another.
    Finally, we wrap up the episode with some recommendations that'll have you set on your next television and album binge.
    52 min
  • Okay, Dating Is The Ghetto
    On this episode, we begin with a major life update and an ode to our love for New York City.
    Then, we spend some time examining the ups and downs of the single life. How did we get here? Why are we still here? Can we make it look as good as Traces Ellis Ross does? We need answers.
    Finally, we wrap up the episode with some recommendations that'll have you feeling like you want to (or your money back guarantee).
    1 hr 3 min
  • Okay, Y'all Daddies Is Fine (Plus A Spike Lee Joint)
    On this episode, we decide to keep the spirit of Father's Day alive by ranking some of our favorite fine ass daddies (and the standards are quite high).
    Then, we chat with the one and only Spike Lee about his newest Netflix film, Da 5 Bloods, and the importance of love between Black men.
    Finally, if you’re running a little behind on showing love to the Black men in your life, we have some recommendations that'll help you help them glow from the inside out.
    57 min
  • Okay, Let's Keep It Two Virgils
    On this episode, we chat about our weariness of the ways of the world (cue Solange's Weary). We share what's been the most challenging parts within the fight for Black justice while also highlighting the need to support the Black women and trans community who are also in this fight.
    Then, we share some of our feel goods of the moment, which include lots of television binging and the albums that'll really get you in your feelings (or out of them).
    Finally, we put you on to some solid Black voices that can help steer you through all that's going on and also some organizations that you can show up for, financially or otherwise.
    Amplifying Black Voices:
    @MsPackyetti, @IamGMJohnson, @wesleylowery, @emarvelous, @theccync, @mark.c, @jennydeluxe, @darian, @speakpatrice, @reagangomez, @nifmuhammad, @jnthnwll
    Organizations To Support:
    Black Lives Matter
    Minnesota Freedom Fund
    Black Visions Collective
    Campaign Zero
    Reclaim The Block
    Healing Minneapolis
    Disability Justice Mutual Aid Fund
    Mutual Aid Fund by the Anti-Police Terror Project
    56 min
  • Okay, Let's Talk Romance (with Issa Rae)
    On this episode, we're feeling extra lovey dovey so we decided to check in about how quarantine is a very different experience for those of us who are boo'd up and those of us who are not. We also chat about some of our favorite romance films.  
    Then, Issa Rae comes by to talk about her newest Netflix film, Lovebirds. And, of course, we get some tea about her thoughts on the response to this season of Insecure.
    And lastly, we end the show with some recommendations that'll make you feel good about your home and yourself.
    Follow us on Twitter:
    @SylviaObell
    @ScottieBeam
    @StrongBlackLead
    44 min
  • Okay, Forever First Lady (with Nadia Hallgren)
    On this episode, we remember the lives of Andre Harrell, Little Richard, and Betty Wright, three legends we lost this past week. We also give thanks to Erykah Badu and Jill Scott for offering us some love and warmth during their Verzuz battle.
    Then, we interview Nadia Hallgren, the director of the new Netflix documentary, Becoming, which follows the book tour of our forever First Lady, Michelle Obama.
    And lastly, a reflection on the tragic murder of Ahmaud Arbery and the ever present burdens of being Black in America.
    Follow us on Twitter:
    @SylviaObell
    @ScottieBeam
    @StrongBlackLead
    1 hr
  • Okay, Our Mics Are On
    DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded before the gift that is Beyoncé on the Savage remix.
    Please still listen, y'all.
    Allow us to introduce ourselves! We're kicking off Okay, Now Listen, with an introduction on who we are and a little background on our friendship (this ain't no girl group manufactured in a lab). Then, we do a brief catch up session and share what's been helping us cope in the midst of quarantine craziness.
    Follow us on Twitter:
    @SylviaObell
    @ScottieBeam
    @StrongBlackLead
    39 min

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Hosted by Scottie Beam and Sylvia Obell. They share what’s on their minds, what they're binging and what’s blowing up their timelines. Brought to you by Netflix and Strong Black Lead. New episodes on…