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Shootin' the Ish with a Brit

Shootin' the Ish with a Brit

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A Black American shorty shoots the ish with a white British chap from an anti racist and anti supremacist lens.
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S4 Ep. 13: Life Stories: Now

Shootin' the Ish with a Brit Nov 01, 2021

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S6E7 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Seven (Finale)

S6E7 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Seven (Finale)

Jen and David are joined by Ismael and Coco once again to break down, debate, and relish in the extremely satisfying conclusion to Season Two of The White Lotus. 

Dec 27, 202201:32:00
S6E6 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Six

S6E6 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Six

It's our penultimate episode for this run, and of course it's the penultimate episode of The White Lotus. The pot is almost boiled, and we suspect it might not stop boiling when it reaches the top. Did Tanya see Greg in the photo? Is Lucia playing Albie? Will Bert die enjoying the thing that caused him so much pain, one last time?

Dec 07, 202201:08:36
S6E5 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Five

S6E5 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Five

This week we're joined by Coco, David's partner, who drives the conversation towards the characters psychologies and hidden metaphors. 

Nov 30, 202201:29:47
S6E4 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Four

S6E4 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Four

This week we shoot the ish with Is(mael), Jen's boo, about the stark differences between how the men and women in the show deal with their problems. 

Nov 23, 202201:03:51
S6E3 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Three

S6E3 - The White Lotus Review - Episode Three

Toxic masculinity anyone? This episode is all about that. Come join the discussion!

Nov 16, 202201:19:30
S6E2 - The White Lotus Review

S6E2 - The White Lotus Review

It's all about sex! At least, that's what we think. Thoughts? 

Nov 09, 202201:15:51
S6E1 - The White Lotus Review - Episode One

S6E1 - The White Lotus Review - Episode One

Jen and David dive deep into the pilot for the new season of the anthology series centered around a vacation resort chain for the uber rich. 

Nov 08, 202201:09:22
Bonus Episode - Shootin' the Ish Catch Up

Bonus Episode - Shootin' the Ish Catch Up

Jen and David bridge the gap between the last season and the imminent arrival of the next, which focuses on The White Lotus, season two. 

They discuss marriage, televisions, anxiety, growth, and many others topics. 

Nov 07, 202201:20:29
S5 Ep. 6 Under The Banner of Heaven - Episode 7

S5 Ep. 6 Under The Banner of Heaven - Episode 7

David is leaving Hawai'i! Why would someone leave paradise? Jen is happy that it's warm in New York. And we dive into the last episode of Under the Banner of Heaven, aptly titled Blood Atonement.

We discover that Dan and Ron were indeed behind the murders of Brenda and her baby; Prophet Onias decides to draw the line at a kill list; Detective Pyre is visibly upset that his Church is trying to get in the way of Justice and Detective Taba is removed from Apartment 4E because he's got a great lesson for Pyre to learn.

How did you all resonate with the series as a whole? What about religion did you learn? And how can this type of show speak to future TV makers?

Tune in, and let us know what we should lean into for Part Deux of Season 5. Shall we review a comedy or do something totally different altogether?

Check us out on socials: IG: shootintheishwithabrit Twitter: IshWithABrit and website: ishwithabrit.com

Jun 06, 202259:52
S5 Ep. 5: Under the Banner of Heaven - Episode 6

S5 Ep. 5: Under the Banner of Heaven - Episode 6

We are at the penultimate episode! (for real this time)

Brenda gets the go-ahead to "save" The Laffertys, a desire she had from the beginning. Ron had a same-sex experience with an FLDS member that confirms that he is confused about his place in the world sans wife, children and hope. We get to see more of so-called Prophet Onias, Brady and here come two new characters out of nowhere: Chip & Ricky.

Jen and David have opposing takes on the line - "If a revelation comes from God, it will cause an increase of love and appreciation, a sign that Satan cannot duplicate."

And we further discuss themes of placation, questioning faith, God v. church and acceptance.

May 30, 202201:00:25
S5 Ep. 4: Under The Banner of Heaven - Episode 5

S5 Ep. 4: Under The Banner of Heaven - Episode 5

We are at the penultimate episode (just kidding..It's not).

Ron seems to be the supervillain. Operative word: seems. Dan has turned into a true Mr. Nasty by trying to convince Matilda that her daughters should be his wives. ick! Detective Taba is still an odd addition to this story...until you read a little about the Paiute and Mormon history. The music still gives nothing, especially when Trader Joe - we mean - Traitor Joe Smith dies dramatically. And a few themes that have us chatting more than usual are the trust and distrust of women; what a husband will do when his back is against the wall; and the wrath of a mother.

May 23, 202201:00:26
S5 Ep. 3: Under The Banner of Heaven - Episode 4
May 16, 202256:03
S5 Ep. 2: Under The Banner of Heaven - Episode 3 - Recap

S5 Ep. 2: Under The Banner of Heaven - Episode 3 - Recap

David and Jen discuss episode 3 of FX's Under the Banner of Heaven.

This episode dives more into the distrust between Fundamentalist Mormons and the Government. And we get a look into the minds of someone, like Sam (Rory Culkin) who believes that he heard from God to destroy those on a "list."

David and Jen discuss whether Brenda and Erica were on the "list"; How this story attempts to be an authentic Mormon story without an outsider's gaze; the mediocrity of the show's music; How everyone has to serve someone; and other awesome realizations.

Also, what value has Detective Bill Taba brought to the show? We genuinely do not know...

Let us know your thoughts! Twitter: @ishwithabrit , IG: shootintheishwithabrit or Website: ishwithabrit.com

May 09, 202251:18
S5 Ep. 1: Under The Banner of Heaven - Episodes 1&2 - Recap

S5 Ep. 1: Under The Banner of Heaven - Episodes 1&2 - Recap

Season 5 is here!
And what better way to start than to review a show - FX's Under the Banner Heaven, starring Andrew Garfield as a Mormon Detective (Jeb) investigating a double homicide - a Mormon wife (Brenda) and daughter (Erica). The suspects are all Mormons, making the Detective's job in some ways easy and other ways hard as he navigates his faith and the faith of those who may just be murderers.
In this season's inaugural episode, we discuss the first two episodes - When God Was Love and Rightful Place. David has a theory on who may have killed Brenda and Erica and suspects that the killers will use their belief in God to justify it.
And Jen offers her cult experience as a way to bring color and understanding to the two juxtaposed sides of Mormonism that tugs at Jeb and Allen, the husband of Brenda.
What do you think of the show so far? How are your own beliefs or non-beliefs informing your view of the show? And what from the show would you put in Apartment 4E?
P.S. Why is Andrew Garfield NOT in the Bond conversation?
May 08, 202201:09:21
Batman: Over The Years

Batman: Over The Years

Jen and David discuss the portrayals of DC's Batman over the years.
Which Batman did you grow up with? George Clooney? Michael Keaton? Who is your favorite Batman? Who was the worst?
The duo discuss their preferences and the reasons for them.
May 02, 202201:01:55
Bond, James Bond.

Bond, James Bond.

In this bonus episode we consider the potential replacement for Daniel Craig in the James Bond franchise.


Mar 01, 202201:00:45
S4 Ep. 13: Life Stories: Now

S4 Ep. 13: Life Stories: Now

Now, now, now. Our now is as mid-30somethings looking forward to all that life has to bring. David lives in Hawaii and Jen is about to get married. The now is now-ing. Get into it with us by sharing how your now is shaping you.
Nov 01, 202101:24:36
S4 Ep. 12: Life Stories: Mid-30s

S4 Ep. 12: Life Stories: Mid-30s

Divorce. Leaving HBO. Starting Businesses. Oh yeah - 30s, we got some endings and beginnings. Join us as we reflect on how our mid-30s shaped us. What about that era do you long for?
Oct 25, 202101:05:48
S4 Ep. 11: Life Stories: Early 30s

S4 Ep. 11: Life Stories: Early 30s

Early 30s!

The decade that scares so many folks.

For Jen and David, 30 heated up. He got married. She jumped out of a plane. Yes - that kind of heat.

Explore this fleeting era with them while taking a ride down memory lane OR anticipate what yours could look like.
Oct 18, 202101:15:15
S4 Ep. 10: Life Stories: Late 20s

S4 Ep. 10: Life Stories: Late 20s

First Love, Exiting a Cult, Malaysia Travel, and Joining HBO…The Late 20s were Lit! Wait … does anybody even say that anymore? And Apartment 4E is controversial - broken hearts? Eehhh…iono about that one!
Oct 11, 202156:48
S4 Ep. 9: Life Stories: Mid-20s

S4 Ep. 9: Life Stories: Mid-20s

From joining a cult to losing a beloved grandmother, the early 20s sped to levels of “deal with this…and this…and this.” What would you tell someone who is entering theirs?
Oct 04, 202101:02:55
S4 Ep. 8: Life Stories: Early Career

S4 Ep. 8: Life Stories: Early Career

A lot of lessons you cannot learn until you experience something, and your early career is filled with them.

How to deal with people? What kind of person are you? How do you take responsibility for yourself and your career?

Let's find out!
Sep 27, 202101:24:09
S4 Ep. 7: Life Stories: The Transition - College to Career

S4 Ep. 7: Life Stories: The Transition - College to Career

Whether you're leaving school or University, the shift to working life is a big one. As individuals, most of us begin to take more responsibility on than we've ever had to, and you don't get eased in. It all gets more complicated from here on out!
How was your transition? Do you miss college or you couldn't wait to leave and get started? Maybe you didn't even go, but wish you could have?
Sep 20, 202148:31
S4 Ep. 6: Life Stories: The College Years

S4 Ep. 6: Life Stories: The College Years

Leaving home for college was one for the books!

From Interviewing for a college spot in the UK to having sex for the first time in the U.S. - The college years weren’t just about being in school. It was about who we were becoming.

If you went to college, what would you say you learned about yourself? …And was it worth it?
Sep 13, 202101:04:58
S4 Ep. 5: Life Stories: Ages 16-18

S4 Ep. 5: Life Stories: Ages 16-18

True teenage-hood.

Jen shares her prom story and insecurity going from glasses to contacts. David talks more about being a chubby gamer and where he was during 9/11. For Apartment 4E, we put in people who use too many words and people trying to fit in. What about 16-18 makes you revisit that time?
Sep 06, 202152:54
S4 Ep. 4: Life Stories: Ages 11-15

S4 Ep. 4: Life Stories: Ages 11-15

The formative years, and some big moments for Jen & the Brit. Periods, sex, drugs, and some relocation. 
Aug 30, 202101:12:45
S4 Ep. 3: Life Stories: Ages 6-10

S4 Ep. 3: Life Stories: Ages 6-10

Life became real … from ages 6-10. The consciousness of moving from The Council Houses (known as: The Projects in the U.S.) to Identifying One’s heterosexuality.

What about 6-10 made life real for you?
Aug 23, 202101:09:56
S4 Ep. 2: Life Stories: Ages 0-5

S4 Ep. 2: Life Stories: Ages 0-5

Jen and David offer impactful moments from ages 0-5. From coming into the world during a snowstorm to a drunken Dad climbing into one’s baby cot.

What about 0-5 impacted you most?
Aug 16, 202152:08
S4 Ep. 1: Life Stories: Intro to the Season

S4 Ep. 1: Life Stories: Intro to the Season

Season 4 is here! In this intro to the season, we set the stage for the upcoming life stories we share from zygote to middle age (ha!).
Aug 09, 202101:05:57
S3 Ep. 13: Relationships w/2020

S3 Ep. 13: Relationships w/2020

2020 has been one helluva year!

For the season finale, join us in reflecting on how you bonded with 2020. Was it tumultuous? Triumphant? A bit of both?

What we can agree on is that it was a year that changed us forever. And for that, we are grateful...yet it came with some bruises for some of us.

What about 2020 would YOU like to put in apartment 4E?
Jan 04, 202101:12:40
S3 Ep. 12: Relationships w/Politics

S3 Ep. 12: Relationships w/Politics

Korey Salter, Political Campaign Strategist, and Lindsay Scola, Former Obama Administration staffer, join us to chat about their relationships with politics.

The Covid-19 vaccine, voting, equity and the future of political parties are all discussed as we ruminate on a relationship that effects us and our neighbors.

How does your engagement reflect what matters most to you?
Dec 28, 202002:03:32
S3 Ep. 11: Relationships w/Work Colleagues

S3 Ep. 11: Relationships w/Work Colleagues

Do you like your co-workers? Do you respect them? Can you trust them to perform their roles?

Now, turn those questions on yourself.

Caroline Garcia, Talent Acquisitions Specialist, joins us to discuss her professional experience recruiting talent; how recruiting relates to HR; the past and current challenges of changing how boardrooms look; and how her efforts are evolving.

Listen to this episode if you’re looking for solutions on how to build better relationships with your colleagues.
Nov 30, 202001:30:46
S3 Ep. 10: Relationships w/Police

S3 Ep. 10: Relationships w/Police

So many conversations are happening about law enforcement officers...without officers!

We present a conversation with two law enforcement officers - Jonathan Parker and Lenny Bradley.

Parker has been an officer in Chattanooga, TN since 2007.

Lenny has been an officer in NYC since 2006.

Both offer their experiences with their communities from personal, professional, wellness and religious perspectives.

This is a chat about the RELATIONSHIP, which has never been a healthy one for some Americans. Parker and Bradley share how they are helping heal the relationship, but they can’t do it alone...tune in!
Nov 23, 202002:07:56
S3 Ep. 9: Relationships w/Romantic Partners

S3 Ep. 9: Relationships w/Romantic Partners

Love, love, love. Romantic relationships might be the most mysterious of them all.

So, Jen and David are joined by one of Jen’s exes and David’s ex-wife - Hilaire and Trish, respectively, to chat about how they view romantic experiences.

For Jen, she hasn’t seen or talked to Hilaire in 2 years. For David, he has an excellent relationship with Trish that came with a lot of work and where they now consider themselves family.

Tune in to a unique conversation with two exes who present their perspectives on their time with the hosts and what they look for in future mates.
Nov 16, 202002:11:29
S3 Ep. 8: Relationships w/Privilege

S3 Ep. 8: Relationships w/Privilege

“Privilege is a helluva of a drug.”

Rick James may not have said that exactly, but it’s true!

Sekani, a U.K.-based Film Director and Sam Wolov, a NorCal-based beauty and fashion photographer, open up about their relationships with racial, gender, professional, and financial privileges.

What privilege(s) do you have, and how are you using them to harvest equity? Join us as we tackle privilege from angles not commonly explored.
Nov 09, 202002:03:55
S3 Ep. 7: Relationships w/Aging

S3 Ep. 7: Relationships w/Aging

AGING! An inevitable aspect of life.

We are joined by FOUR guests who offer diverse perspectives on their relationships w/aging -

Colleen Rosenblum (53), Host of “Hot Flashes and Cool Topics” podcast; Chase Parker (31), Filmmaker and Podcast Co-Host of “Bros with No Hoes”; Andy Grant (54), Podcast Host of “Real Men Feel”; and Alan Ursillo (73), LA-Based Actor and President of the Alan Ursillo Corp.

We dive into aging piece-by-piece, starting with childhood and landing at mature adulthood.

How has your view of aging evolved over the years? Like it, love it or hate it? This convo offers solutions on how to view aging as living, breathing beings.
Nov 02, 202001:34:22
S3 Ep. 6: Relationships w/God

S3 Ep. 6: Relationships w/God

OH. MY. GOD.

We chat about our relationships with God, whether existent or non-existent.

And we bring in LA-based writer Kiana Garner, who is a practicing Nichiren Buddhist and UK-based podcaster Marc Jeffrey, an agnostic, to bring energetic perspectives to the discourse.

We ruminate over the differences between God and religion; whether hallucinogens help you see the spirit world; how their beliefs in God inform other relationships; and more.

This might be one of the few times you hear a convo about God and no one gets angry or tries to convince anyone of anything.

So, what’s your relationship with God like? Let’s talk about it!
Oct 26, 202002:12:53
S3 Ep. 5: Relationships w/Social Media

S3 Ep. 5: Relationships w/Social Media

“Everything is not as it seems,” and people’s use of social media can reflect this very well.

We are joined by Camila Greenberg (certified Life Coach, Yoga Instructor, Reiki practitioner, and LA-based actress) and Emily Coffman (host of “Girls Gone Healthy” podcast and former D1 athlete) to discuss their relationships with social media during this time of unprecedented physical disconnection.

How does your relationship with social media validate you, represent you, and even effect human rights? All and more are explored.
Oct 19, 202001:42:18
S3 Ep. 4: Relationships w/Travel

S3 Ep. 4: Relationships w/Travel

We focus on our relationships with TRAVEL. | For travel professionals Erick Prince and Ashley Renne, their relationships with travel evolved over time. For Ashley, it morphed into a purpose for environmentalism, sustainability and a plant-based lifestyle. For Erick (aka Minority Nomad), it’s led to him wanting to be the first African-American man to travel all over the world, with 95 countries currently under his belt. | We hope this episode gets you thinking about how traveling can impact your growth.
Oct 12, 202002:29:58
S3 Ep. 3: Relationships w/Money

S3 Ep. 3: Relationships w/Money

“Money, Money, Money!” What is your relationship with it? | Financial Therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin and LA-based Actor Jason Bernardo join us to discuss their journeys with currency. From childhood experiences w/money TO understanding that it’s the only relationship that you can’t avoid (or there will be immediate consequences), We explore aspects of the relationship that most people haven’t yet considered.
Oct 05, 202001:35:56
S3 Ep. 2: Relationships w/Self-Care

S3 Ep. 2: Relationships w/Self-Care

Eva Rodriguez, a certified integrative nutrition health coach with specialized training in Emotional Eating Psychology and Mindfulness, joins us to chat about how self-care leads to balance. What is self-care? What isn’t self-care? Why is it important to practice? All of these questions are discussed, along with teaching children about the practice and how to make time for the most important person in your life - YOU!
Sep 28, 202001:19:55
S3 Ep. 1: Relationships w/Self

S3 Ep. 1: Relationships w/Self

Season 3 is here! And we focus on RELATIONSHIPS. First up - Relationships with SELF. | We explore - What is the self? How did you become aware of the self? What fixed characteristics do you have? How do you feel about yourself? | As we’re all spending more time sitting within THE SELF, this episode will provide some insight on how to reflect on the being you are and the being you’re becoming.
Sep 21, 202001:31:57
S2 Ep. 14: Black & White Ending, American Neighborhoods and Jacob & Tillie Tell All

S2 Ep. 14: Black & White Ending, American Neighborhoods and Jacob & Tillie Tell All

For our final episode of the season, David’s precious niece and nephew, Jacob and Tillie, join us to shoot the ish about “Friends,” how COVID is affecting them in England, what it means to be annoying and more! | Jen and David turn the “what we learned” on each other; big up their neighborhoods; and give huge shout-outs to all guests. | Thanks for a great season, listeners!
May 11, 202001:34:14
S2 Ep. 13: Black & White Real Estate, American Permanence and Becky & Karen

S2 Ep. 13: Black & White Real Estate, American Permanence and Becky & Karen

Luke Middleton, owner of The Middleton Group, shoots the ish with us about real estate. We discuss anti-discrimination acts, best properties to invest in and the essential nature of his business during COVID. | David shares some good news, Jen puts Karen & Becky in Apartment 4E, and we dive into other topics that you don’t want to miss.
May 04, 202001:31:12
S2 Ep. 12: Societal Design x Social Impact, British Whitewash and Nani’s Favorite

S2 Ep. 12: Societal Design x Social Impact, British Whitewash and Nani’s Favorite

Xavier Ramey, CEO of social impact consulting firm Justice Informed, stops by to shoot the ish about how the United States operates on an opportunity and injustice model, socialism, and how Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategies can help organizations improve communities. | Jen and David further discuss groundhog days, when to HEART iMessages and Nani’s favorite song.
Apr 27, 202002:03:19
S2 Ep.11: Black & White Finances, British NHS and Mum’s Apartment 4E

S2 Ep.11: Black & White Finances, British NHS and Mum’s Apartment 4E

Lindsay Bryan-Podvin joins us to shoot the ish about financial therapy and how it could help us all have a healthy emotional relationship to money. | Jen and David further discuss how much David is his mum’s child; COVID-19 cases in remote Amazonian communities; so-called American freedom fighters; and more.
Apr 20, 202001:29:31
S2 Ep. 10: Black & White Healthcare, British Skipping Singh, and Biting Puppies

S2 Ep. 10: Black & White Healthcare, British Skipping Singh, and Biting Puppies

Dr. Ricky Brathwaite joins us to discuss his role as CEO of the Bermuda Health Council during the COVID-19 crisis. | Then, Jen and David shoot the ish about how the pandemic is hitting communities of color the hardest; tree conservation; and pandas mating with no human lookey-loos.
Apr 13, 202001:18:42
S2 Ep. 9: Black & White Content, American Unity and Roddy’s Box

S2 Ep. 9: Black & White Content, American Unity and Roddy’s Box

Jay Roewe, SVP of Production at HBO, joins us to chat about how he sees the future of consuming content; what he values during this time of crisis; and how he has been an agent for diversity. | Jen & David waste 2 seconds on the sh*tty job Trump is doing. Jen learned how to flip an omelette. Also, David puts misleading memes in Apartment 4E. | Lastly, who knows what “the box” is in Roddy’s song? 🤔🤔🤔
Apr 06, 202001:30:25
Special: Black & White Virus, British Pondering, and American Reflections

Special: Black & White Virus, British Pondering, and American Reflections

We are still technically on a mid-season break, but The Rona broke us out of it temporarily. | We chat about how The Rona is affecting our towns - LA and NYC. | We spat about who’s to blame for poor response to the pandemic. | And Jen turned 36 in quarantine.
Mar 26, 202050:50
S2 Ep. 7: Black & White Ghosts, British Brexit Chicken, and Marge Simpson Is Creole

S2 Ep. 7: Black & White Ghosts, British Brexit Chicken, and Marge Simpson Is Creole

Identical twin sisters Lisa and Lindsay Estes join us to discuss their podcast “Your Haunted Holiday.” These two not only break down the histories of haunted locations in the U.S., but they share their personal story of seeing a ghost in real life! | The Brit wonders why scooters aren’t city-backed. Jen co-signs a theory that Marge Simpson is Creole. | And more, of course!
Mar 09, 202001:24:47