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While You Were Scrolling...

By Tamiyah, Esther, Ta'Lissa, Ariana, Shakima

Conversations from five Black women that run the gamut of books, films, tv show recaps, pop culture events and everything in between. Come for the witty takes and reviews but leave with an appreciation of what makes Black friendship beautiful.
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While You Were Scrolling...Apr 17, 2021

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We Were Reading...Heir of Fire

We Were Reading...Heir of Fire

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas - Recap & Review

May 08, 202401:12:42
We Were Talking...Best Disney Animation Musical

We Were Talking...Best Disney Animation Musical

In our "Last One Standing" segment, we enjoyed another random tournament round, voting on which Disney Animation Musical is the best. Listen In!

May 03, 202443:38
We Were Watching...Roxanne Roxanne

We Were Watching...Roxanne Roxanne

Roxanne Roxanne was a hard story depicting a hard life. As co-hosts, we watched, we interpreted, we disagreed. And much like the Roxanne Roxanne dis track, this debate is one you won't want to miss. Listen in!

May 01, 202401:12:23
We Were Talking...Ebin Scandal and the Exploitation of the Black Dollar

We Were Talking...Ebin Scandal and the Exploitation of the Black Dollar

In this bonus episode, the Ebin scandal ignited a conversation of the black dollar, black businesses and black history. Listen In.

Apr 26, 202434:51
We Were Watching...Shirley

We Were Watching...Shirley

This POCcorn segment reviews the film Shirley. Regina King's latest project, and America's necessary (but overdue) History Lesson. Listen In@

Apr 24, 202401:08:49
We Were Reading...This Could Be Us

We Were Reading...This Could Be Us

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: This Could Be Us by Kennedy Ryan - Recap & Review

Apr 19, 202401:49:23
We Were Talking...30-year-old Dos and 20-year-old Don'ts

We Were Talking...30-year-old Dos and 20-year-old Don'ts

After realizing she had officially crossed into her "Croc" phase, Esther realized there is stuff she would buy as a 30-something-year-old that she would have never considered buying in her 20's. Thus this conversation. Listen In!

Apr 12, 202451:34
We Were Watching...Living Single - Season 3

We Were Watching...Living Single - Season 3

Listen in as we review Season 3 - The Season of Exes. We cover Regine as an ex-roommate with new doppelganger friends, Scooter as a now permanent ex-fiancée to Khadijah, and Kyle deciding to become Max's ex partner. Yet, with all the breakups and makeups, this season was the best one yet. Listen In!

Apr 10, 202401:18:03
We Were Reading...Crown of Midnight

We Were Reading...Crown of Midnight

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: Crown of Midnight by Sarah J. Maas - Recap & Review

Mar 30, 202455:29
We Were Reading...Assassin's Blade

We Were Reading...Assassin's Blade

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Maas - Recap & Review

Mar 27, 202428:36
We Were Watching...Waiting to Exhale

We Were Watching...Waiting to Exhale

For this POCcorn segment, we reviewed Waiting to Exhale. A classic in black cinema as well as in female-led films, Waiting to Exhale was a tale of growth and sisterhood.

Mar 22, 202401:09:44
We Were Watching...Atlantics

We Were Watching...Atlantics

For this POCcorn segment, we reviewed Atlantics. This film was a supernatural love story taking place in all too common corrupt environment.

Mar 20, 202455:44
We Were Talking...Women Icons

We Were Talking...Women Icons

For Women's Month, we decided to highlight women that we admire and/or stand in solidarity with.

Mar 16, 202414:47
We Were Talking...If Kidnapped, How Would You Signal SOS?

We Were Talking...If Kidnapped, How Would You Signal SOS?

This episode is a collection of Social Media questions, including what message we would send to alert our loved ones that we were kidnapped and need to be saved.

Mar 13, 202441:19
We Were Watching...A Soweto Love Story

We Were Watching...A Soweto Love Story

With our POCcorn segment still going strong, we decided to review our first African film, and it was so worth it. A Soweto Love Story is a refreshing take on the beauty and variety of South African culture. The humor, the characters and the story arch remind us to not take our entertainment so seriously, and are honestly just icing on the cake.

Mar 06, 202449:03
We Were Talking...Who TF Did I Marry?!

We Were Talking...Who TF Did I Marry?!

Yeah, ReesaTeesa done got us too. Listen In!

Feb 23, 202401:01:26
We Were Watching...The Perfect Find

We Were Watching...The Perfect Find

To start off our year, and celebrate Black History Month, we watched The Perfect Find. Outside of the history that was alluded to, and the good looking cast and scenery, all I have to say is "Beautiful Gowns, Beautiful Gowns."

Feb 23, 202401:06:03
We Were Talking...About Our Blackness

We Were Talking...About Our Blackness

For Black History Month, we did a Q&A on our own blackness. From black experiences, to black sayings, to black culture, we touched on it all. Proudly proclaiming how we are honored to be black women today.

Feb 21, 202451:10
We Were Voting...Country Beyoncé

We Were Voting...Country Beyoncé

Given Mrs. Carter's recent drop of new country music, we decided to add our voices to the sea of reviews. Listen In! And, we love you Beyoncé!

Feb 16, 202416:39
We Were Talking...Loving On Ourselves

We Were Talking...Loving On Ourselves

For this Valentine's Day, we decided to talk about how we plan to love on ourselves, our goals and our health this year. Listen In!

Feb 14, 202452:01
We Were Talking....WYWS Award Winners

We Were Talking....WYWS Award Winners

After our mini-ish episode on "Award Season Gone Wrong," we decided to create our own Awards Show, where we get to pick the most deserving films, shows and performers. Completely biased. Entirely imaginary. But nonetheless, congratulations to all the winners! Listen In!

Feb 07, 202401:10:46
We Were Voting....Black Women Inventions

We Were Voting....Black Women Inventions

First off, Happy Black History Month! In this mini episode, we highlighted 4 black women inventors, their inventions, and then voted for the ONE we can't live without. Listen In!

Feb 02, 202421:58
We Were Talking....Comfort Over Cute, and Old Bitty Super Powers

We Were Talking....Comfort Over Cute, and Old Bitty Super Powers

In this episode, we discussed the acceptance of Comfort Over Cute, the male version of "Letting Yourself Go," and the Super Powers we chose to rewind the clock on our reality of becoming Old Bitties. Listen In!

Jan 31, 202442:36
We Were Talking....Awards Season Gone Wrong

We Were Talking....Awards Season Gone Wrong

After Oscar Nominees have been announced, and Emmy Awards given out, we've realized how much weight we SHOULDN'T put on artists winning awards - especially when it's as rigged as our Politics.

Jan 26, 202441:07
We Were Watching...POCcorn Movies 2023

We Were Watching...POCcorn Movies 2023

This episode is a review of all the wonderful films we've watched over 2023. We discuss the films in entirely new ways, and rate the overall experience of committing to a year of diverse cinema.

Jan 24, 202401:04:15
We Were Too....What Shouldn't Be Embarrassing, But Is.

We Were Too....What Shouldn't Be Embarrassing, But Is.

After a little scrolling ourselves, we stumbled upon a Twitter (or "X") Trend of admitting something that's embarrassing to you but technically shouldn't be. Please...laugh at our expense.

Jan 19, 202442:42
We Were Talking....Sister Wives, Season 18

We Were Talking....Sister Wives, Season 18

While You Were Scrolling, we were Watching: Sister Wives S18 - Recap & Review

Jan 17, 202401:52:29
We Were Talking....Katt Williams

We Were Talking....Katt Williams

Hell Hath No Fury, like a Katt Williams scorned. After Katt's viral interview on the Club Shay Shay podcast, we share our views on the comedy giant's claims.

Jan 12, 202401:16:27
We Were Reading...Throne of Glass

We Were Reading...Throne of Glass

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas - Recap & Review

Jan 10, 202401:23:50
We Were Watching...Living Single - Season 2

We Were Watching...Living Single - Season 2

Listen in as we talk about all the Season 2 shenanigans from Khadijah and Scooter's breakup, to Max and Kyle's hookup. Synclaire and Overton taking the next step and Regine stepping out on the apartment altogether. It was a TIME!

And stick around for our mini Christmas-themed tidbit at the end.

Jan 03, 202401:16:44
We Were Watching...Candy Cane Lane

We Were Watching...Candy Cane Lane

Filled with Christmas Spirit, we chose to review Candy Cane Lane and had a merry good time (I had to). It was cute, corny, Christmas fun. And inspired by the movie and a guest host, Ta'Lissa, we created a whole new segment for the show! Listen In!

Dec 27, 202301:25:28
We Were Talking....HollyWeird

We Were Talking....HollyWeird

With the many, many, many allegations and straight up crimes happening in the world of Hollywood, we took some time to debate and discuss. Listen In!

Dec 22, 202341:47
We Were Talking...Ultimate Sleepovers & Taste Testing Old-School Favorites

We Were Talking...Ultimate Sleepovers & Taste Testing Old-School Favorites

This episode was somewhat of a Part 2 to our "cheap foods" episodes, where we bought and tasted the foods we used to enjoy as children. Vienna Sausage, Sardines, Cheap American Cheese, and Salisbury Steak TV Dinner were the selections of the day, and hopefully our audible reactions are satisfying as our visual ones. Listen In!

Dec 20, 202301:01:33
We Were Watching...Madea Homecoming

We Were Watching...Madea Homecoming

In the mood for some light content, this week we reviewed Tyler Perry's A Madea Homecoming. Discussing the significance of Tyler Perry to the black community, his work from theatrical stages to movie theaters, and his uncomplicated storytelling; one thing ran true throughout his portfolio. Tyler, and subsequently, Madea movies are made for an audience that might not be your or me; but there all the same. Like Celie say: "I'm here!" And we appreciate his attention to dismissed fanbases around the globe. Listen In!

Dec 13, 202301:02:22
We Were Talking....Nelly, Ashanti & Celebrity Couples Ups & Downs

We Were Talking....Nelly, Ashanti & Celebrity Couples Ups & Downs

As the internets swoon over Nelly and Ashanti's recent announcement, we used their news to discuss other Celebrity Couples history. Whew child! Listen In!

Dec 08, 202327:57
We Were Reading...Iron Flame

We Were Reading...Iron Flame

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros - Recap & Review

Dec 06, 202301:30:26
We Were Watching...Sorry to Bother You

We Were Watching...Sorry to Bother You

This week we watched Sorry to Bother You and the heaviness of the film left us lecturing, stressing and completely reeling as a review. The film itself was an exposure of some facts we could only wish were fiction, and the impact was "much." Listen In!

Nov 29, 202301:11:19
We Were Talking....Sexiest Man Alive

We Were Talking....Sexiest Man Alive

We took some time to fawn over, step over and fight over People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive choices. The conversation went left, but we had a good time all around. Listen In!

Nov 24, 202301:08:44
We Were Talking...Cheap Clothes, Cheap Food, and Which of the Five Senses We THINK We Can Do Without

We Were Talking...Cheap Clothes, Cheap Food, and Which of the Five Senses We THINK We Can Do Without

Running on a theme of have-nots, we discuss what clothing stores we used to frequent and what foods we used to tolerate ALL to stretch a dollar. But we begin the episode pondering which of our Senses we think we could do without. Listen In!

Nov 20, 202350:29
We Were Watching...Someone Great

We Were Watching...Someone Great

We reviewed the Netflix original Someone Great as a light refresher film and it did not disappoint. Though deemed a romantic comedy, the relationship between the three friends supporting each other through break up, big moves, new revelations is what carried this story home. Listen In!

Nov 13, 202330:59
We Were Talking....MAFS or Love Is Blind

We Were Talking....MAFS or Love Is Blind

If you had a choice between the two reality shows, which one would you pick? Married at First Sight? OR Love Is Blind? We each decided which one we'd be willing to let decide our fate. Listen In!

Nov 11, 202323:23
We Were Reading...A Court of Silver Flames - Part 2

We Were Reading...A Court of Silver Flames - Part 2

Part 2 - While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: A Court of Silver Flames. Recap & Review

Nov 08, 202339:37
We Were Reading...A Court of Silver Flames

We Were Reading...A Court of Silver Flames

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: A Court of Silver Flames. Recap & Review

Nov 03, 202301:35:45
We Were Talking...First Dates & Favorite Restaurants

We Were Talking...First Dates & Favorite Restaurants

Inspired by the viral Cheesecake Factory video, and the long list following, we talk about our own first date experiences and where we love treat ourselves today. Listen in!

Oct 30, 202342:35
We Were Too...Britney Did it Again.

We Were Too...Britney Did it Again.

Now that Britney Spears has come out with a new memoir, we decided to comment on the "hot topics" that news headlines are made of. Listen In!

Oct 27, 202341:19
We Were Talking...Embarrassing Moments

We Were Talking...Embarrassing Moments

Now that the internet is convinced Jada Pinkett-Smith has embarrassed Will Smith yet again; we thought we'd share our own embarrassing moments in life. Listen In!

Oct 13, 202301:05:37
We Were Reading...A Court of Frost and Starlight

We Were Reading...A Court of Frost and Starlight

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: A Court of Frost and Starlight. Recap & Review

Sep 27, 202301:20:55
We Were Too...How Far Would You Go for Your Kiddo?

We Were Too...How Far Would You Go for Your Kiddo?

Inspired by the Sam Bankman-Fried case, and the involvement of his parents in his illegal shenanigans, we took some time to share how far we'd go to protect or support our own children. Listen In!

Sep 25, 202335:32
We Were Talking...Adulting Expenses

We Were Talking...Adulting Expenses

What's something you didn't realize was expensive until you grew up? We have our list of items; but basically the answer is LIFE. Listen In!

Sep 18, 202346:33
We Were Watching...Coco

We Were Watching...Coco

We reviewed the film Coco in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. And it was the best non-musical musical ever. The levels of storytelling in Coco were enough to impress moviegoers around the globe. And the details in this film gives credence to the fact that animators are the true G.O.A.T.s of cinema. Listen In!

Sep 13, 202301:02:54