Cookie wraps up the season with words of gratitude after winning her third Best of Black Dallas Award addressing the privilege of a faithful community. She pivots into being a safe space for individuals to be accepted, why no contact is appropriate when you aren’t valued, and the impact it has during holiday seasons.

Cookie unpacks the Diddy documentary on Netflix and the excuses that follow powerful men, Jasmine Crockett’s Senate run announcement sparking Kamala Harris backlash, and Megan Thee Stallion surprise love story with Dallas Maverick’s Klay Thompson.

This episode unpacks access in the black community, the occasional disconnect between HBCU and PWI graduates, and why access to predominantly white spaces brings clarity to classism. Are we aspiring to be the very thing we claim to stand up against?

Cookie celebrates another Best Of Black Dallas award nomination, addresses the government shutdown, discourse surrounding the pause of SNAP benefits and misinformation surrounding the primary beneficiaries.

This episode addresses the dangers of mixing podcasting with politics in the wake of right-wing podcaster Charlie Kirk’s death. Cookie dives into the striking similarities between MAGA and Nicki Minaj’s Barbz fanbase amid her latest beef with Cardi B. How far is too far with cult followings?

Celebrity Chef Benjamin Leggitte unpacks humble beginnings from a fast-food working dreamer in Birmingham, Alabama to his rise to culinary fame. He takes us on his journey from appearing on The Food Network, working with Chef Gordon Ramsey, and the viral recipe that laid the groundwork to becoming one of the most sought after chefs in the game.

Dallas actress, producer, and curator Luscious takes us through the process of becoming a well rounded powerhouse and how a bold move to LA changed the trajectory of her life.

She breaks down the necessity of taking risks, investing in community, and demanding respect in male dominated spaces. Luscious also unpacks how her misfortunes in love laid the foundation for her upcoming romantic comedy. This episode dives into unwavering optimism and betting on yourself.

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This episode delves into the inspiring world of Dezi 5, Dallas native, advocate, and the architect of Texas soul music. We uncover the journey leading to his debut album, the story behind creating the Dallas Entertainment Awards, and the challenges of staying true to self in the music industry. We also unpack inspiration, the necessity of community, and the strength to be vulnerable.

Cookie dives into transitions with motherhood, the myth behind black conservatives, and voter suppression in Texas as a result of gerrymandering, and the need for content creators to show up in this historical moment.

Cookie gets into boycotting of corporations supporting DEI rollbacks, protests in the wake of ICE raids, and the importance of allies, and criticism of the black community.