The Culture Garden

Welcome back to a brand-new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, we're diving deep into the iconic Spike Lee film School Daze, with over two hours of discussion that you won’t want to miss. As you're traveling for the holiday, kick back and join Kieron and Rachel as they take a trip down memory lane, sharing some of their own college stories, experiences with Greek life, and reflections on the university culture.

The duo also explore the themes of School Daze—from classism and colorism to the clash between local residents and college students—and how these issues remain relevant almost 40 years later. We also dive into the complexities of being a revolutionary in a system that doesn’t always allow for financial freedom, and how personal and collective struggles intersect in the fight for justice.

We can’t thank you enough for your continued support. As always, enjoy your time with family this holiday season, and we’ll see you next week. Y’all be cool how y’all be cool!

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Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast—and this week, we're celebrating a HUGE milestone: Episode 100! 🎉 The gang is back together to kick off this special episode with a trip down memory lane. We’ll spend the first 40 minutes reflecting on how we got here—our early podcast memories, whether we ever thought we’d make it to 100 episodes, some of our favorite moments, and a few behind-the-scenes stories. It’s a celebration of all the incredible listeners and supporters who’ve helped us grow and evolve over the years.

Then, we’re diving into a film that’s near and dear to our hearts: Four Brothers (2005), directed by John Singleton. We’ll discuss how this movie indirectly led to the creation of The Culture Garden Podcast, how it embodies elements of blaxploitation, and the iconic soundtrack that sets the tone. Plus, we’ll have a candid conversation about Mark Wahlberg’s portrayal of Bobby Mercer (was he taking it too far?), the unforgettable villain Victor Sweet, and so much more.

We wouldn’t have reached 100 episodes without YOU, our Culture Garden family. Thank you for your unwavering support. Here's to 100 more! 

Cheers, and as always, y'all be cool how y’all be cool. ✌🏾

Skool's Episode of Another Week In the Books: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/another-week-in-the-books/id1516948130?i=1000668595698

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Before we hit the big milestone of Episode 100, we wanted to take a moment to introduce you to a fantastic new podcast brought to you by the Culture Garden Family: Childish Grownups! Hosted by Maurice, Ash, and Mia, this podcast takes a nostalgic look at the films we grew up with—revisiting them through the lens of adulthood. In their debut episode, they dive into the iconic The Lion King, unpacking its themes, moments, and legacy from an adult perspective.

We’re excited to share this first episode with you on our feed, and we encourage you to subscribe to the Childish Grownups channel and follow them on social media to stay updated on the great content they’ll be bringing. Don’t miss out on their fresh take on childhood classics!

Kieron, Rachel, and Skool will be back next week with Episode 100, so stay tuned. Thanks for listening, and as always, y’all be cool how y’all be cool!

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/childish-grownups/id1775566256?i=1000675752703

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Welcome to a special Halloween bonus episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! We’re thrilled to bring you our Horror Film correspondent, Mia, as we dive into Jordan Peele’s groundbreaking 2017 directorial debut, Get Out. In this episode, we explore whether Get Out stands as the best film of the 2010s and if it marked the end of the “instant classic” era. We’ll discuss how the movie hits differently with each rewatch and uncover the surprising fact that Get Out was never initially intended to be made. Join us as we unpack the layers of this iconic horror film and its lasting impact. As always, thank you for tuning in—don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share. Happy Halloween, and y’all be cool how y’all be cool!

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Welcome back to a new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Kieron and Rachel are back to dive into the 2020 film The High Note. They talk about how the Covid-19 pandemic caused the film to fly under the radar, and explore the confusion around its genre—was it a rom-com, a drama, or something else entirely? They also highlight the incredible performances, with a special focus on Kelvin Harrison Jr., and much more. As always, we appreciate your support, so please remember to subscribe, share, and comment. Thanks for tuning in—y’all be cool how y’all be cool!

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Welcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, Kieron and Rachel will be breaking down Chadwick Boseman’s last theatrical release, 21 Bridges. The two will dive into the film’s anonymity, why it’s the perfect plane movie, and how it stacks up to The Negotiator. They’ll also touch on the things that stood out (for better or worse) and much more. Thank you, as always, for your support—we couldn’t do this without you. Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and drop a comment. Y’all be cool how y’all be cool!

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Welcome back to a new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Good news! Kieron and Rachel are back after an extended break, and a new episode from the duo was long overdue. This week, they’ll break down the 2023 horror/comedy, The Blackening. The discussion will center around their first experiences with the film, Ray and Rich seeing themselves and their friend group taking a reunion trip like this, how authentically Black the film was without even trying, new faces in Black Hollywood, and much more. It feels good to be back—thank you for listening and supporting! Y’all be cool how y’all be cool!

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Welcome back to another episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Maurice has broken into the studio again, this time with an assist from Skool as they discuss the 1999 film Blue Streak. The fellas will dive into their first experiences with the film, its unexpected box office success, best scenes, and more. Thank you again for tuning in, and don’t worry—Rich and Ray will be back next week. Y’all be cool how y’all be cool!

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Welcome back to a bonus episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Now that The Best Episode Ever Crew has wrapped up discussing the series, it’s only right they dive into the 2015 Entourage film. Join us as we break down the issues that delayed the movie, explore whether it did justice to the iconic series, debate if Chaz could actually take Ronda Rousey in the Octagon (yeah, we know), and much more. Thank you for tuning in—your support means the world to us!

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I guess some listeners were a bit impatient while waiting on a new movie from Rich and Ray P, so they decided to break in the studio and record their own episode. I promise they were coming back soon, y'all didn't have to break in the studio! Welcome to The Culture Garden Takeover.

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