The Extraordinary Negroes

The Extraordinary Negroes

By Jay Connor and Alex HardySociety & Culture
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The Extraordinary Negroes episodes

  • Hello Brooklyn (Feat. Demetria Lucas D'Oyley)
    In this episode, we're joined by author, television personality, and melanated wonder woman Demetria Lucas D'Oyley to discuss her burgeoning multimedia empire, her bouts with self-doubt, which Brooklyn rapper wears the crown, and her journey while expanding her brand beyond writing. Additionally, Alex is to blame for the next podcast civil war, Jay is in dire need of anger management, and podcasting takes a lot of damn work.
    2 hr 31 min
  • A Black Writers Symposium (Feat. Kiese Laymon & Hari Ziyad of RaceBaitR)
    In one of our most candid episodes to date, we're joined by the dynamic duo of educator, "Long Division" author, and Southern-fried scribe Kiese Laymon and RaceBaitR's H.N.I.C. Hari Ziyad for our first ever "Black Writers Symposium". We discuss the necessity of the creative spaces they occupy, the delicate balance of selling their artistry while not selling their souls, and the roles and responsibilities of writers within the pursuit of true Black liberation. Additionally, Alex has a thing for Crunch Berries, Jay shops at Gordon Gartrelle, and Amtrak stations ain't nothing nice.
    1 hr 52 min
  • Take The Pledge (Feat. Eunique Jones Gibson of Because of Them We Can)
    In our new episode we're joined by author, activist, and photographer Eunique Jones Gibson, the melanated mastermind behind the multi-faceted company "Because of Them We Can". We discuss the complexities of identity within the African diaspora, the importance of instilling Black pride in our children, the necessity of separating talented individuals from their problematic behavior, and the greatest mac & cheese recipe in the history of modern mankind. Additionally, 1998 doesn't belong in Alex's rear view mirror, Jay is boring as hell, and a can of Pepsi would've worked wonders for MLK in Selma.
    1 hr 35 min
  • Once Upon A Live SXSW Episode

    Once upon a time, the good folks at SXSW invited a pair of exuberant, Extraordinary Negroes to Austin in order to record a live episode on their official Live Podcast Stage. So we hopped our Black asses on planes, trains, and automobiles in order to happily oblige. In front of a big ass audience, with our surprise guest Nick Gaines in tow, this is the episode we recorded. And because this moment wouldn't be possible without our faithful listeners, we felt is was only right to share this momentous occasion with each of you. So thanks again to SXSW for the once in a lifetime experience and to the good folks at TuneIn for holding us down during this event!

    53 min
  • The Afterparty: "Get Out" (Feat. Fazia Khan)
    After stinking up the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards, Jordan Peele attempts to redeem himself with his feature film directorial debut "Get Out". And with so much to unpack in this movie, it was only fitting we invited the illustrious Fazia Khan along for the ride.
    25 min
  • A Love Supreme (Feat. Dr. Jeanine Staples and Jas Hands of The Brown Liquor Report)
    In this episode, we chop it up with celebrated author, speaker, and educator Dr. Jeanine Staples and our extended family member Jas Hands of The Brown Liquor Report. We explore the impact that exposure to physical and emotional trauma has on women both in and outside of relationships, Jeanine's thoughts on the #HurtBae fiasco, as well as her suggestions on successfully dismantling patriarchy. Additionally, Alex can do without Ikea's Swedish Meatballs, Jay draws confidence from an unlikely source, and we have some very special announcements to make.
    1 hr 34 min
  • All Hail The King (Feat. KING)
    In this episode, we're joined by the divine trinity of songstress Amber Strother, vocalist Anita Bias, and keyboardist extraordinaire Paris Strother. Better known as 2017 Grammy nominees KING. We discuss the secret recipe of their lush sound, the integral role that The Purple One played in their careers, and how binging on Mario Kart keeps the creative juices flowing. Additionally, Alex has a vision of love, Jay will sleep when he's dead, and Memphis Bleek longs for the days of yore.
    1 hr 18 min
  • A Very Extraordinary Live Episode (Feat. Panama Jackson of VerySmartBrothas & Jas Hands)
    In this episode, we chop it up with our big homie Panama Jackson of Very Smart Brothas and Jas Hands of Brown Liquor Report for a very special (and our very first) live episode. Immediately following our first live event, "A Very Extraordinary Watch Party" at Johnny Pistolas in Washington DC, we hopped on the mic and got busy for the culture. The event itself sold out, so shout to everyone who came through and showed us love.
    32 min

About The Extraordinary Negroes

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Each week on "The Extraordinary Negroes", writers Jay Connor and Alex Hardy delve into humorous explorations of pop culture, current events, and relevant issues with some of your favorite media personalities.