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Homecoming is in full swing, and we're breaking down Episode 3 of Netflix's A Different World!

The guys finally show their hands about who they like, and we love to see it. Everything we hoped for in this continuation is happening, from Whitley and Jalessa's contentious relationship to real-life musical guests who turned the episode into a party.

Of course, we have to talk about the biggest conversation online: Jasmine Guy. We're sharing our 2 and 3 cents, and we want to hear yours.

Plus, we reminisce on what makes an HBCU homecoming so special to students, alums and even outsiders who got a taste of the magic.

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Black excellence is back in a big way. A new generation of students arrives at Hillman College, and original cast members from the beloved series return for Netflix's "A Different World" revival. We break down Episodes 1 and 2, including the callbacks, the new characters and what we hope happens next. Plus: do you need to watch the original before starting the new one? (Spoilers ahead for the first 2 episodes)

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Season 2 goes out with a bang! We're recapping the final two episodes, Diarra finally finds Duncan's treasure underground, but the reunion turns deadly when Booker is buried in the tunnel collapse trying to save the fortune. We break down whether Booker was a sociopath all along, the wild Yacht Club plan, the gang war at the wedding. Plus Diarra and A'ja's friendship, and the fake gold twist. It's a lot — so we give our overall verdict on this season.

0:00 – 0:08 Title card0:08 – 1:05 Thanks & Ep. 7/8 synopsis1:05 – 2:59 Recap: the audacity of having a badge2:59 – 3:28 Cartier wants his gold3:28 – 5:02 The awkward dinner5:02 – 6:32 Defending Danger6:32 – 7:41 Cartier isn't a dumb gangsta7:41 – 8:08 Everyone's keeping a secret8:08 – 9:09 Episode 8 recap9:09 – 10:03 Tunnels & the final conquest10:03 – 12:30 Is Booker a sociopath?12:30 – 13:34 Booker pulls a gun13:34 – 14:07 Tunnel collapse, Booker dies14:07 – 15:27 Should Diarra dig up the gold?15:27 – 15:58 Diarra wants back in the tunnel15:58 – 16:45 New plan at the Yacht Club16:45 –17:48 Ghetto Wedding17:48 –18:17 Fake gold18:17 – 18:37 Chris is Hartley's son18:37 – 19:13 Gang war at the wedding19:13 – 19:43 Pump and Diarra19:43 – 20:55 Danger and Cartier20:55 – 23:21 Diarra and A'ja's friendship23:21 – 23:51 No gold, but water23:51 – 24:07 Chris wants a baby, Diarra wants out24:07 – 26:10 Overall season review26:10 Your best momentsLike, subscribe and comment below!Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/shhh_grownfolkstalkin/https://www.facebook.com/shhhgrownfolkshttps://x.com/shhhgrownfolkshttps://www.tiktok.com/@shhhgrownfolks

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Leslie visits Haley — but could she be the one to learn the truth about Haley's plan? Bill falls to the floor but gets back up, leaving us to question whether he's finally onto her scheme. This week, we also dig into the anniversary of Doug's passing, what June reveals to Heather, and whether she's shaping up to become a major character. Plus, hear our case for more Randy screen time, and the storylines we think it's time to wrap up — looking at you, Joey and Vanessa.

:00 - 00:25 Cold Open Will Leslie figure out Haley’s plan?

:36 - 1:12  Thanks the subscribers on social media

1:12 - 2:35        Anniversary of Doug’s passing, Heather, Leslie and the purse scandal.

2:35 - 4:27      What is the real story of Barbara and the Articulettes, and how is Leslie entitled to Barbara’s royalties through the trust?

4:27 - 6:55     Is Bill onto Haley’s scheme yet.

6:55 - 9:10       Leslie visit with Haley

9:10 - 10:34    Will Leslie figure out Haley’s plan

10:34 - 11:38    Recapping Haley’s last attempt to kill Bill.

11:38 - 14:07    Theories that Beyond the Gates will run for 4 seasons.

14:07 - 16:29    Andre and Heather’s storyline

16:29 - 21:16     June tells Heather about Elon, Naomi, Jacob and Derek.

21:16 - 21:59     Heather befriends Naomi who questions why she knows so much about her.

21:59 - 22:27     Heather is becoming a major character 

22:27 - 23:22     Our concern over casting and colorism

23:22 - 25:37    Kat-Eva-Isaiah love triangle

25:37 - 26:19   Should Martin have been the last Dupree child?

26:19 -  27:05   Deanna’s storyline was good without Noah.

27:05 - 28:38    Interested in seeing more storyline for Randy.

27:38 -  30:12    End some of these storylines like Joey and Vanessa

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New season, new hijinks for Diarra. She's got her man back, but Chris is still reeling from his kidnappings. Diarra unintentionally starts a turf war with rival gangs, and now there's an inheritance up for grabs — everyone wants a piece. We recap episodes 1-6, weigh in on who should get the money, and worry whether Diarra's friends will survive this hunt for treasure.

00:00 - 00:26 Cold open

00:26 - 1:26 Introduction

1:26 - 5:30 Remembering Dolly Parton

8:46 - 10:53 Remembering Tim Curry and Samuel Monroe Jr.

10:53 - 13:37 Chris’s family celebrate his return with a BBQ.

13:37 - 13:57 Diarra and Chris are having relationship issues

13:57 - 14:35 How does Diarra afford her lifestyle?

14:35 - 15:10 Will the Chief return?

15:10 - 17:42 A breakdown of the story for Season 2.

17:42 - 18:16 Big ideas leads to dangerous consequences for Diarra and her crew.

18:16 - 19:49 Top knot casting choices.

19:49 - 20:53 Who should Diarra choose as her man?

20:53 - 22:13 The quest for treasure

22:13 - 23:53 The gun violence increased this season.

23:53 - 24:36 Big Deedee aka Valerie Pettiford.

24:36 - 26:41 Ron’s gambling and the desk and more casting shout-outs.

26:41 - 28:07 Ron is killed violently

28:07 - 28:47 Will Diarra’s friends survive?

28:47 - 31:22 The Cain and Abel inheritance idea is strange.

31:22 - 32:38 The fashion is great, and more great casting choices.

32:38 - 33:55 Where does the hair bundle story fit.

33:55 - 37:19 Diarra at the Masons initiation.

37:19 - 39:46 Who should get the inheritance?

39:46 Goodbye

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In this special episode, we break down the top 5 things we want from Netflix's A Different World reboot. We also review Season 1 of Diarra from Detroit, plus dig into why Beyond the Gates is delivering boring content, slow-moving storylines, and the waste of time having actors film a scene where they are coloring. We also remember actor Michael Wright.00:00 - 3:54 Remembering Michael Wright3:54 - 15:52 Latest Beyond the Gates review-It is BORING15:52 - 34:42 Different Trailer, new song and show wishlist.

Bill's down. Bill's not breathing. Dani wants answers — now. Tyrell's ready to burn gas every weekend just to see Jessica while they're at different colleges, and we're side-eyeing Caroline for still riding for Bill after all his cheating. Plus: our predictions and the latest casting tea for this Black soap opera.

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The Netflix dramedy Survival of the Thickest wrapped its story — and stuck the landing. At its heart, this finale was about friendship: how you show up for your best friend, even when it hurts. Along the way, Mavis faces a devastating loss, and Khalil grows through his relationship with his dad and his love life.

:30 Title Card

1:30 Luca tries to propose/ time jumps

2:55 When you want best friends to be your partner's friend

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Depositions, deceptive tattoos, and a proposal gone sideways — this episode has it all. Bill has a health scare mid-deposition, Tyrell gets caught in a tattoo lie, and Kat turns down Tomas's ring for a condo instead.

We unpack why that might be a red flag, why Madison should stick to her day job, and serve up hot takes on Jay-Z's hair evolution and the latest Love Island USA drama.

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Eva's life-saving surgery — thanks to Kat — could bring her, Kat and Leslie closer or blow their bond apart. Meanwhile, Bill and Dani are both cheating, and the countdown is on for who confesses first. Plus, we look at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center — proof that hope is still possible, but never without a fight.

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