Rwebel RadioJun 12, 2020
Ep 301: Set It Off
Ep 207: Truth Hurts
What does it mean to grow up Black, plus-sized, Queer, and neurodiverse? It's a lot, says Khaaliq Crowder, our guest on this episode. From being made fun of for his weight to having only acquaintance-ships with White people, there are many challenges. Listen to today's episode to see how he navigates the challenge of intersectionality. To leave a comment, check out our blog page.
Ep 206: Speak Now
CONTENT WARNING: The following episode describes rape culture and sexual assault, so listener disrection is advised.
As a part of our 2021 Noise series, we are talking consent once more. In this episode, our Rwebel in Chief interviews her best friend and former co-director Genevieve Antoine.
Ep 205: My Type
In the wake of Dani Leigh's latest faux pas, our Rwebel in Chief hops on the podcast with her siblings to talk about colorism in the entertainment industry and even in their family. See the text version of this story here!
Ep 204: Shots Fired
Ep 203: End of Daze
Our Rwebel in Chief interviews her brother about Lori Lightfoot and some of his experiences with the Chicago Police. Also tune in for a very special surprise at the end!
Ep 202: Bills, Bills, Bills
"Can you pay my bills?" Javanna asked to the heavens. In this follow up to our Season premiere, our certified Rwebel in Chief sounds off on money.
BONUS: Defund Tha Police?
As national conversations center around defunding the police, I use a simple analogy to talk about why some feel it is time. Check out this 2 minute excerpt now!
Ep 201: Slow Down
Ep 111B: I wanted to be Romantic
In the Season Finale, Javanna interviews millennials on the "L" we all love to hate. Listen now to different approaches to romance.
Ep. 111A: I wanted to be Rap Genius
Ep. 110: I wanted to be Rhythmic
I once said, "The only rhythm I have is in my poetry," and I still believe that to be true. In this episode, I walk listeners through my process of creating raps, which is my poetry set to music. Check it out now!
Ep. 109: I wanted to be Regal
In one song, I say, "Call me Zola Reaux today - first of her name and one of one." As I produce my 3rd novel, I want to bring readers into "Afromerica" little by little. Enjoy the first official preview of "Chaos and Magic."
Ep 108: I wanted to be Resourceful
I wanted to use the resources at my disposal to do some housekeeping while reflecting on the contentious plant that so many love.
Ep. 107: I wanted to be Relieved
Ep. 106: I wanted to be Rooted
Ep. 105: I wanted to be Radical
Many people like to quote Malcolm X when talking about the issues the Black woman faces in America, but this is disingenuous to a certain degree, since there are many Black women who have said the same. In this episode, host Jay. Tha Poet centers the voice of two Black women as she and her guest dialogue about believing Black women.
Ep. 104: I wanted to be Receptive (Pt. 2)
Take a trip inside Dr. Beatrice Akala's African home. After returning from South Africa, I wanted to snapshot my trip, so I use a moment from the last day of my trip to talk about gender (in)equity in South Africa and some other highlights from my visit to the Rainbow Nation!