The BIG We

The finale of Season 4 The Big We Podcast is here! Join your host Anasa Troutman as she shares her thoughts on the recent release of Octavia Butler's Kindred (Exclusively on Hulu now)! You don't want to miss Anasa's perspective on the much anticipated book to screen debut of the works of Octavia Butler. There's also the last POP 3 of 2022. Closing out with a selection from Memphis own artist Talibah Safiya. Thanks for listening and join us again next year!

In this episode of The Big We Podcast a Big We favorite Princeton James visits the pink couch to discuss Tyler Perry's A Jazzman's Blues, Perry's work and contribution to the industry, and Princeton's connection to Memphis arts & Culture.

Anasa sits down on the pink couch to talk Descendants (now playing on Netflix) with producer IMAKEMADBEATS. Memphis native, having grown up immersed in the city's unmistakable sonic identity. But despite the definitive identity of the region, he often felt disconnected from what creative paths were supported there. Learn more about his path as artist and what's buzzing in this week's POP 3.

Join Victoria Elizabeth, Grae Williams, Felicia Wheeler, and Kylon Wagner with your host Anasa Troutman as they gather LIVE at TONE Memphis to explore Wakanda Forever.

Talibah Safiya is an independent Soul Artist and a captivating story teller from Memphis TN. Using minimal but impactful instrumentation and visually stimulating lyricism Talibah has a way of deeply connecting you to her story and your own. She joins the pink couch with host Anasa Troutman sharing all things Memphis, Music, and Wellness. Check this weeks POP 3 and the latest soulful sounds from Talibah Safiya.

Sheree Renée Thomas is an American writer, book editor, publisher, and contributor to many notable publications. In 2020, Thomas was named editor of The Magazine of Fantasy & Science Fiction. Along with your host Anasa Troutman, the two discuss Memphis native Sheree's most recent Marvel release the BLACK PANTHER: PANTHER’S RAGE, while diving into Black Afrofuturist literature and personal lessons learned from great like Octavia Butler while on the creative path. Check this weeks POP 3 and the latest soulful sounds from Memphis own Talibah Safiya.

Welcome Back to The Big We Podcast! Anasa sits down with creator Eso Tolson,  who creates art projects to uplift, inspire, and celebrate people to discuss The Woman King. Listen in for the POP 3 to see who's buzzing in POP Culture.

In this episode we sit down with Natalie Baszile the writer of Queen Sugar and talk about her book and the release of her upcoming book. We discuss her upbringing and the inspiration behind her writings. The theme behind her writings are centered around Black Farmers and connecting to our agricultural roots in the South.  Find out more at the thebigwe.com

On this episode Anasa shares what has been keeping her busy during the pandemic and what she has learned about herself during these time. Anasa talks about the election and of course shares her Pop 3 to start of the season! Anasa discusses the legacy and legend left behind by Cecily Tyson, how she has been enjoying Sundance Film Festival virtually, and the release of Judas and the Black Messiah.  The last Pop 3 is the release of "You Are The Best Thing" by Tarana Burke and Dr. Brené Brown. Tell us what y'all think at @thebigwepodcast & check out the show notes at thebigwepodcast.com

We're coming back for Season 3! In our first episode of 2020 Anasa and Calvin WENT LIVE on Facebook to catch up and talk adjusting to life during a pandemic. We get into Bill Withers, discuss Cardi B's political musings and talk about what freedom really looks like. We're also are joined by a very special surprise guest!  Tell us what y'all think at @thebigwepodcast & check out the show notes at thebigwepodcast.com