The Melanin Jay Podcast

Shenice Keys like you've never seen her before. - RAW & UNCUT! We go deep into her book, "Broken Pieces", and why she chose to release it now. This mother, singer, accomplished author, etc is more than the daughter of R&B Superstar "Tweet"; she's a free woman ready to free other men/women from their past so that they can rebuild their own broken pieces.

This week: Serena's having a baby and kicking ass, Bill O'reilly's getting his ass kicked OUT, and Jay doesn't need your forgiveness novels. All that and much, much more. Today's #MelaninPicks are Kendrick Lamar's "DAMN.", C. Ashley Brown-Lawrence's "I've Got The Victory", and Joonie's "CONTRAST".

In this special edition of #MelaninJay we talk with author, entrepreneur, mentor, and "Renaissance Man" Shawn Blanchard as he talks about his life, from being born a crack baby to becoming a successful entrepreneur.

This week Mel gives us a glimpse of his family reunion with colorless auntie Zoe, sexless cousin Janelle, classless United Airways, and mother Janet is paying for the whole thing.

This week Mel and Jay discuss nappy heads, ask who is French Montana, give Kendall Jenner a bottle, and Whoopi Goldberg a clue all while sipping on this good, life-changing Pepsi. Mel's #MelaninPicks are Netflix's "The Get Down" and J.I.D.'s "The Never Story". Mine include "Unstoppable" by L. Spenser Smith and "Altered Ego" by R. Anthony.

This week, Mel and Jay try to understand the mind of Rachel Dolezal, fight for auntie Maxine, and pray for aunt Viv! ALSO, we have our FIRST guest this week, Season 12 contestant on NBC's "The Voice", Kawan Debose. Our #MelaninPicks for the week include Kendrick Lamar's "Humble" video and CeCe WInans' new CD, "Let Them Fall In Love".

This week, Jason and Jamel take a deep dive into the Grammys discussing white privilege and how it relates to Adele-vs-Beyoncé winning Album of the Year. We also chat about Moonlight and how amazing it is and its chances on winning an Oscar.

This week Mel and Jay make a vow to stop prayin yall niggas who won't do right. Topics include Dave Chappelle, Chris Brown, missing black girls, Taraji vs Nia, Delivert and MUCH MORE! Our #MelaninPicks for this week include Kendrick Lamar's "The Heart Part 4", Black Violin, and Tank and the Bangas!

Recorded live in front of a studio audience of two, we meet up in person to discuss the stories of the week in the "A". Tune in for talk on Samuel L Jackson vs British actors, Trump and his broken ass promises, Snoop "D-O-GG" and more. This weeks #MelaninPicks include ABC's "Black-ish" and HipHop artist "Smino".

This week, Mel and Jay take a look at "polite" racism, Remy vs Nicki, Ciara and Future, and more.