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The topic of this episode was inspired from an episode of the television series “Atlanta” titled “Fubu”.  Steelo GQ and Black Dev discuss how kids are worried about the wrong things at an early age.  The “Atlanta” episode went into how brands affect the urban kids and how it subconsciously displays classism.  This also leads to bullying which leads to suicide for one of the kids to make a point of how serious of an issue it is. Steelo GQ and Black Dev share their childhood experiences being on both sides of the coin.  Are the kids getting it from their parents or society? Should uniforms in place in school systems to keep the distraction of fashion?  Listen and join the conversation on our social media as Parameters talks about Dress Code Destruction.

Steelo GQ and Black Dev show their concern for an undeniable topic of Kanye West.  At the core, he became the center of attention over recent weeks because of a comment on TMZ that slavery was a choice. This overshadowed an interview Kanye did with Charlamagne Tha God a couple weeks later that was released the same day as the statement.  That interview goes deeper into Kanye’s thoughts and makes more sense of his recent affiliation with Trump.  Kanye’s impact has had the hip-hop community divided on his representation for the people.

Wakanda forever! Well… not in the words of the host but in the words of the trending phenomenon movie Black Panther. Steelo GQ and Black Dev discuss whether Wakanda is a state of mind as Black America takes pride in a fictional place and story. The host breaks down the gems in the storyline to the power of the black dollar. Is Black Panther a tipping point for black culture or is it just this year’s Black History Month blockbuster. Hmmm… that is a lot of black in one description.

Steelo GQ and Black Dev return to crush the hype shortly lived from their end of the year episode 11 which as their first live show in front of an audience. This time the return with a sold-out audience, bigger crew and a slew of sponsors to power episode 13 suspicious minds! The host takes on different talking points of cheating and insecurities. Joined by the participation and energy of a live audience things get wild as the conversation gets deep.

Steelo GQ and Black Dev discuss their year-end review and if the concept of new years resolutions is a waste of time. The host runs through everything from Trump, Mayweather, Cardi B, Oscars, Charlottesville and natural disasters.

Steelo GQ and Black Dev put on their first show in front of a live audience. The Insecure Complex goes into the discussion of why do we do the things we do. Complexes and insecurities caused by others or one’s self. Gender privilege vs social stigma. False perceptions that keep our brains on defense from a subconscious thought. This is the Insecure Complex

Steelo GQ and Black Dev hit their 10th episode with back to back in person on Facebook live. Steelo GQ on the marriage spectrum and Black Dev on the single spectrum the host discuss patience in a relationship at all levels. How to see signs early and honor a commitment over time with evaluations of where you and your partner reside in a relationship.

Steelo GQ and Black Dev return from a hiatus to dive right into the current events surrounding the state of America. This episode is the first time recorded together with Facebook live participating in the conversation. The hosts touched on the apparent division since Trump’s presidency down to the fact that now politics are being involved in sports.

Steelo GQ and Black Dev go in raw with no guest on the trending topic #staywoke. It’s extended popularity from the film Get Out to the release of Jay Z’s 4:44 the guys search for the genuine meaning of using black culture to fit in. Standing on different sides. Steelo GQ takes on the thought that it’s more of a trend than an actual awakening. Black Dev disagrees as he takes on the approach of if it is a trend it’s a positive one that can lean into more positive thinking. Things come to a head as black social media debates over if the 4th of July is for them alongside Jay Z’s release validation for a need of social climate change.