The Vexed Intellects Podcast

Is using the term "Karen" to describe white women the equivalent of using the N-Word? One website seems to think so.

#getvexed and enjoy!

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It's week three of social distancing/self-isolation/quarantine amidst the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. While isolated, & tethered to our devices, there's a chance that our interpersonal communication skills may potentially take a hit. No worries, this week The Vexed Intellects discuss several different types of interpersonal communication to help you stay sharp in the absence of in-person interaction.

"We have been given the gift of time...." - Jarratt Damn

The Intellects said there would be more VEXED shorts and as promise...they deliver.  This short is courtesy of Jarratt Damn and he discusses one of the positives this pandemic has brought us.  Jarratt Damn expounds upon his list of things he's doing while self-isolating and give an update on them...minus the porn.  

He also encourages each of us to seek what you want to do and begin the journey during the time you have been given.  

#StayVexed and Enjoy!

It's week two of social distancing/self-isolation/quarantine amidst the COVID 19 pandemic in the United States. Last week the Intellects offered some unique, & constructive recommendations for activities to help pass the time while in in-home solitary confinement. 

This week the guys touch on another coronavirus related topic: Checking on your friends that may be dealing with mental health issues, and/or suicidal thoughts during the isolation period. While the focus of the world is currently on stopping the spread of this deadly virus (understandably so), we must also remember to check in on, AND support our friends & loved ones that may feel a bit more alone at this time whilst fighting to overcome mental health related struggles. The gentleman offer some tips, & suggestions on ways to do just that.

The stores are closed. The bars are closed. The restaurants are closed. The malls are closed. The theaters are closed. No sports. No concerts... As cabin fever sets in due to the recommended self-isolation & quarantine, one must seek innovative ways to entertain themselves. Have no fear, the Vexed Intellects are here! This week the guys share some creative ideas to keep some semblance of normalcy while in isolation. Tour some of the world's greatest museums, take up a live stream workout class, learn to cook a new dish, & much more...

This week the Intellects discuss some VERY important stuff... Such as... The risk of ordering underwear online, & how to cope with the results of what will most likely be a big fat L with regards to fit.

It’s been another whirlwind of a week, & the Vexed Intellects are here to discuss it! The gentlemen are joined by Asa from DNA Sports Talk to discuss a plethora of the week's hottest topics.

"... and I tell you what else

Though the roles changed this week, the guys still brought the entertainment.  In this episode, the intellects begin their Seven Deadly Sin with the deadliest of all them all...Pride.  The gentlemen discuss how this sin has impacted their lives through the years and what lessons they have learned from too much pride.  

In addition to pride, the guys also discuss the untimely passing of rapper Pop Smoke; an Iowa man that forced a woman to watch Roots; George Zimmerman versus Elizabeth Warren & Pete Buttigieg; the President's Pardon Party; Lil Boosie's comments on Zaya Wade; and how quickly do men fall in love...

All of that plus so much more on our 1 year anniversary.  

Enjoy! and #GetVexed

CBS teased a clip of journalist Gayle King asking LA Sparks legend Lisa Leslie a line of (what some people viewed as) leading & poorly timed questioning regarding the legacy of Kobe Bryant in the wake of his untimely death. 

Public response to the clip was swift, with a large majority of the responses being harsh and vitriolic. One of the more famous of these responses was delivered by rap legend Snoop Dogg, who's passionate, profanity-laced video in response to Gayle's CBS clip went viral & spawned many debates about civil disagreement. 

Was Gayle out of line? Or was it her journalistic duty to ask about Kobe's 2003 case? Did she weaponize Lisa Leslie's womanhood for clicks? Was Snoop out of line? Was he wrong for defending his friend? Was he justified in calling Gayle out her name considering the circumstances? Why did this spirited back & forth turn into a gender war? 

In this episode the Intellects discuss the whole ordeal in great detail (22:09).

The gentlemen also discuss The Corona Virus (5:56), Roger Stone (7:54), Zaya Wade (9:12), Jussie Smollet (11:45), the falling stripper (13:16), & much more! 

#getvexed & enjoy!