T.A.P. (The Authentic Podcast) I.N. (Intriguing Nerds)
By James Turner
Bringing intellectual and comedic views on relationships (love, friends, business, dating). Bringing a unique spin on certain aspects of life, love, entertainment and sports.
T.A.P. (The Authentic Podcast) I.N. (Intriguing Nerds)Apr 29, 2020
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Episode 41 - He's Not Your Friend, He Just Wants to Smash w/Koko Bolo
TAP IN gang bring in Koko Bolo as she gives her take on how men and women have a hard time being friends without being sexual. TAP IN with us!
May 26, 202101:21:51
Episode 40 - Respect, Honesty, & Lying to get the Cheeks w/Cojo (Imani Produced)
TAP IN gang bring in Imani's cousin as Imani's cousin, Cojo. Imani breaks down the maturation of JT from Season one before Fatherhood till now. JT talks about falling in love with your best friend. Imani brings on her cousin, Cojo who just came home after serving four years. He talks being in prison during quarantine. They both reminisce on Imani's Father who passed away last year. JT and Cojo schools Imani on why men are rarely honest with women. Also, they break down why honest men don't ever get the cheeks but he may get the love. TAP IN with us!
May 26, 202156:15
Ep 39 - Boss Women Talk w/Mikeal J, Tiffany Ramm, Tiffany Toney, Bobby Bandos and other Boss Queens
TAP IN brings in special guest host, K Lene to help bring her queen presence onto the pod. JT invited a few Boss Women to join the podcast for a grown woman conversation. Mikeal Jinae Lee, Tiffany Toney, Tiffany Ramm, Bebe Barrigan, Bobby Bandos, Diana Sabb, Jasi Badu, and Toya (ThickFitFitness) all join the podcast for a women intervention.
Timeline of Episode:
:30 - Intro of ladies 14:23 - Ladies get into their journey here in LA finding themselves, the proper friends and circle. 21:27 - JT gets the ladies to break down their journeys Dating as a Boss Woman and being independent. And do independent black women intimidate men. 35:21 - Toya (ThickFitFitness) asks for the ladies advice on Dating as a 17 year veteran that has her own fitness business without intimidating men. 40:32 - Diana Sabb breaks down Dating as a Wedding Planner whose experienced many marriages thrive and many crumble. 45:30 - The ladies give a refreshing take on their biggest issues when it comes to dating. 52:58 - JT breaks down how women don’t know how to let go of long term relationships because the time they put into it instead of the lack of growth holding both back. 54:25 - JT breaks down while many women unconsciously and consciously ignore the red flags and really love the toxicity he brings because she’s toxic. 55:20 - The ladies break down why women lack accountability in their dating choices and why women fall for men who carry a certain image. 1:00:00 - Bebe breaks down why women don’t even ask the right questions when it comes to meeting the right man. 1:01:23 - JT breaks down how women may respect honest men but sleep with the men who are dishonest faking the honesty part. 1:05:23 - Mikeal Jinae Lee breaks down her marriage and her process which started as friends. She breaks down her willing to grow, listen and communicate to make everything better. 1:18:20 - Bebe asks the guys what they look for when they meet or want to court a woman. 1:22:10 - The girls are convinced JT is the problem in his relationships and JT of course had to pop off back about how folks don’t believe a man can grow and changed from years ago till now. 1:26:28 - Being raised by both parents makes a huge difference. 1:31:45 - Jasi Badu joins late to give her take on the discussion. Jasi talks about what’s important in being with your partner. 1:35:00 - JT has a serious gripe with women who curve men in their prime years yet they try to give him a chance once she’s over the hill. And how certain women can be loved properly if she properly knows how to be loved.
youtu.be/5e4SjLp-QmQ Click this link for the YouTube episode to see these queens visually as they are all beautiful from different walks of life. TAP IN with us.
Timeline of Episode:
:30 - Intro of ladies 14:23 - Ladies get into their journey here in LA finding themselves, the proper friends and circle. 21:27 - JT gets the ladies to break down their journeys Dating as a Boss Woman and being independent. And do independent black women intimidate men. 35:21 - Toya (ThickFitFitness) asks for the ladies advice on Dating as a 17 year veteran that has her own fitness business without intimidating men. 40:32 - Diana Sabb breaks down Dating as a Wedding Planner whose experienced many marriages thrive and many crumble. 45:30 - The ladies give a refreshing take on their biggest issues when it comes to dating. 52:58 - JT breaks down how women don’t know how to let go of long term relationships because the time they put into it instead of the lack of growth holding both back. 54:25 - JT breaks down while many women unconsciously and consciously ignore the red flags and really love the toxicity he brings because she’s toxic. 55:20 - The ladies break down why women lack accountability in their dating choices and why women fall for men who carry a certain image. 1:00:00 - Bebe breaks down why women don’t even ask the right questions when it comes to meeting the right man. 1:01:23 - JT breaks down how women may respect honest men but sleep with the men who are dishonest faking the honesty part. 1:05:23 - Mikeal Jinae Lee breaks down her marriage and her process which started as friends. She breaks down her willing to grow, listen and communicate to make everything better. 1:18:20 - Bebe asks the guys what they look for when they meet or want to court a woman. 1:22:10 - The girls are convinced JT is the problem in his relationships and JT of course had to pop off back about how folks don’t believe a man can grow and changed from years ago till now. 1:26:28 - Being raised by both parents makes a huge difference. 1:31:45 - Jasi Badu joins late to give her take on the discussion. Jasi talks about what’s important in being with your partner. 1:35:00 - JT has a serious gripe with women who curve men in their prime years yet they try to give him a chance once she’s over the hill. And how certain women can be loved properly if she properly knows how to be loved.
youtu.be/5e4SjLp-QmQ Click this link for the YouTube episode to see these queens visually as they are all beautiful from different walks of life. TAP IN with us.
May 04, 202101:49:36
Episode 38 - Toxic Black Couple Role Models
Details coming up shortly.
Apr 20, 202101:15:51
Episode 37 - JT’s Birthday High School Reunion w/his son & Childhood/High School Friends
The Creator and Host, JT is celebrating his birthday with his Childhood and High School friends. He also brings his son on, Asher-JaMyi to celebrate his six months on Earth.
Timeline of Discussions:
:40 - Mindset Difference between now and before I was a dad.
2:10 - Charlotte and JT talk about their business and personal friendship.
4:43 - Introducing special guest host, Charlotte Plummer
6:50 - JT brings in his LA best friend, his son's Godfather, Tim Welch to join the show and talks his support of JT since day one moving to LA .
9:25 - JT's six-month-old son, Asher-JaMyi speaks for the first time.
9:53 - JT explains the stigma about him getting into it with folks and him and Tim talk about their competitive battles.
13:15 - Tim breaks down potentially getting married and having kids once he finished his Lawyer degree and JT threatens to crash Tim wedding if he’s not a Groomsmen.
16:34 - JT talks his favorite rap lines that’s kept him surviving LA over these past ten years and memories of JT acting a fool in front of celebrities in LA.
19:51 - Tim and Charlotte have no clue about what Clubhouse is.
22:03 - Tim brings up buying some Asher Blue shoes in reference to JT's son.
23:35 - Tim breaks down what he wants his legacy to be.
27:03 - Bringing on Bruce Daley, Keith Sneed and Hosni Ali.
34:31 - Keith Sneed talks nine surgeries on his back in less than three years including five in 2021 and the impact it has had in his life.
46:31 - Bruce Daley breaks down his inspiration for his poetry and his three daughters.
52:12 - Bruce brings up memories growing up with JT from his poverty struggles, football, inspiration to his writing.
56:21 - JT shoutouts his college professor, KenYatta Rogers bday which was same day as the podcast and the guy who inspired JT to get the confidence to move to LA.
1:02:56 - Brandon Conway enters the room and talks wrapping up his first podcast that day.
1:08:44 - Brandon talks Life after High School and meeting his wife and the journey it took to get to where he's at.
1:17:57 - Hosni and Keith break down things they thought how things would be after high school compare to what it is now.
1:22:35 - JT brings in his best friend/cousin, Edwin Campbell who also went to the same high school as the other guests.
1:30:30 - Charlotte asks the fellas about what would they tell their High School selves and what would they tell their children?
1:50:58 - Talk about What they learned about women from high school till now. Edwin and Brandon talk about their love for their wives. Keith talks what he has learned as well as Bruce.
2:09:10 - Final thoughts from the fellas on relationships, honesty and how to put yourself in proper position for you to love her.
2:18:01 - First Lady, Imani Fe joins late into the discussion.
2:34:15 - JT, Charlotte and Imani close out the show.
Thank you guys for the support. Like, Share, Subscribe, Comment. Thank you and continue to TAP IN with us!
Timeline of Discussions:
:40 - Mindset Difference between now and before I was a dad.
2:10 - Charlotte and JT talk about their business and personal friendship.
4:43 - Introducing special guest host, Charlotte Plummer
6:50 - JT brings in his LA best friend, his son's Godfather, Tim Welch to join the show and talks his support of JT since day one moving to LA .
9:25 - JT's six-month-old son, Asher-JaMyi speaks for the first time.
9:53 - JT explains the stigma about him getting into it with folks and him and Tim talk about their competitive battles.
13:15 - Tim breaks down potentially getting married and having kids once he finished his Lawyer degree and JT threatens to crash Tim wedding if he’s not a Groomsmen.
16:34 - JT talks his favorite rap lines that’s kept him surviving LA over these past ten years and memories of JT acting a fool in front of celebrities in LA.
19:51 - Tim and Charlotte have no clue about what Clubhouse is.
22:03 - Tim brings up buying some Asher Blue shoes in reference to JT's son.
23:35 - Tim breaks down what he wants his legacy to be.
27:03 - Bringing on Bruce Daley, Keith Sneed and Hosni Ali.
34:31 - Keith Sneed talks nine surgeries on his back in less than three years including five in 2021 and the impact it has had in his life.
46:31 - Bruce Daley breaks down his inspiration for his poetry and his three daughters.
52:12 - Bruce brings up memories growing up with JT from his poverty struggles, football, inspiration to his writing.
56:21 - JT shoutouts his college professor, KenYatta Rogers bday which was same day as the podcast and the guy who inspired JT to get the confidence to move to LA.
1:02:56 - Brandon Conway enters the room and talks wrapping up his first podcast that day.
1:08:44 - Brandon talks Life after High School and meeting his wife and the journey it took to get to where he's at.
1:17:57 - Hosni and Keith break down things they thought how things would be after high school compare to what it is now.
1:22:35 - JT brings in his best friend/cousin, Edwin Campbell who also went to the same high school as the other guests.
1:30:30 - Charlotte asks the fellas about what would they tell their High School selves and what would they tell their children?
1:50:58 - Talk about What they learned about women from high school till now. Edwin and Brandon talk about their love for their wives. Keith talks what he has learned as well as Bruce.
2:09:10 - Final thoughts from the fellas on relationships, honesty and how to put yourself in proper position for you to love her.
2:18:01 - First Lady, Imani Fe joins late into the discussion.
2:34:15 - JT, Charlotte and Imani close out the show.
Thank you guys for the support. Like, Share, Subscribe, Comment. Thank you and continue to TAP IN with us!
Apr 17, 202102:51:45
Episode 36 - Long Distance Love with Matt Malcuhy (Produced by Cairo)
Co-Host, Cairo Spencer produces this episode as he brings on his roommate, Matt Malcuhy to talk what it's like being in a long distance relationship and what it's like to live with Cairo as a roommate.
3:30 - Imani as a Blow Up Doll 7:20 - JT fears paying for a woman body and she leaves him after for another man. 11:10 - Cairo talks about his date with his potential boo thing. 13:22 - Why Imani will never been labeled a nerd because of her looks. 15:15 - The guys debate Kevin Samuels and Derrick Jaxn comparisons. 17:40 - Why accountability is a women kryptonite. 21:47 - Breaking down Kevin Samuels message 24:00 - Why Men don’t take many women with kids as serious. 27:20 - JT feels Kevin Samuels doesn’t give black women hope. Imani feels KS life doesn’t practice what he preaches. 30:23 - JT talks why he’s qualified give his relationship perspective and doesn’t need any validation because of his track record 32:57 - JT feels Derrick Jaxn is a false prophet. He doesn’t practice what he preach. You can’t give relationship advice yet you hiding a whole wife. 36:50 - DJ using his dark skin and his career as a come up and why he will never change. Only becoming more egotistical. 42:00 - Cairo brings on our first ever white guest, Matt whose also his roommate. 47:40 - Cairo and Matt talk about how it’s like living with Cairo and all his antics. Matt puts Cairo on blast. 55:00 - Matt laughs about Cairo’s dating antics. Cairo is an interesting character. 60:33 - Matt’s best memory with Cairo which includes Matt walking in on Cairo getting some head. 71:45 - Cairo is the ultimate sly devil. 73:00 - Matt talks his beautiful long distance relationship story and how it can work if you two put in the effort. TAP IN with us! Subscribe, Like, Comment, Share. We need our algorithms up. Thank you.
Apr 15, 202101:34:58
Episode 35 - Temptations of a Brother w/Juwan Haynes from Temptation Island season 3 on USA network.
SHOW LESSTimeline for Episode 35 1:45 - Cairo turning Up 5:45 - LA Opening Back Up 7:45 - JT smoke session with Comedy Legend, Miss Laura Hayes 10:40 - Generation C babies 14:10 - Prince Henry Megan Markle situation similar to Princess Diana. 19:43 - Celebration of Memory for Imani Fe cousin who lost her battle to Cancer at age 5 22:00 - Women trying to date you after they continuously curve you 28:18 - Experience on Temptation Island Season 3 with Juwan Haynes on USA Network and how it changed his perspective on life and relationships. 41:58- Men lack of vulnerability and chasing other women effects his ability to truly love a woman correctly. 46:30 - Temptations of a Black Man. Can he smash other chicks and still love his woman. 49:18 - Guys living a false persona to impress chicks they shouldn’t be entertaining and still never satisfied. 51:35 - Is there a woman good enough for a man to not actually cheat? 56:35 - Men think about his woman every time he cheats but his flesh and selfishness overweights his morals. 60:04 - Imani Fe asks Juwan her normal question to our guests of If a man once is a cheater always a cheater. He gives his college experience as a life changing moment. 63:22 - Men egos drive their cheating ways. JT breaks down why men can cheat and not dwell on it no matter how bad he may feel about it. 66:26 - New P***y drives men because it feeds our ego. Mature men who are not driven sexually may not succumb to the lust. Like, Comment, Share, Subscribe to us and keep TAP IN with us!
Mar 26, 202101:12:53
Episode 34 - From Incarceration to Inspiration & Women Shooting their Shot w/Jason Thomas
TAP IN with Jason Thomas. Former Lifer serving a 65 to life bid who made it out and has turned his life around in the community.
Mar 12, 202101:49:30
Episode 33 - Toxic Masculinity & The Power of a Phat Ass w/Tenn Stacks, Nikki St. John, Gabriel Nketiah
JT finally switches over to Iphone. 4:10 - Men comparing themselves to other men and vice versa on social media 5:20 - Early Toxic Masculinity signs. 13:04 - Emotionally unavailable Men 17:03 - Shoutout Imani Fe's Uncle Jermaine for the full support of the podcast. 20:00 - Introducing guests, Nikki St. John, Gabriel Nketiah and Tenn Stacks. 26:10 - Nikki St John's definition of Toxic Masculinity 27:41 - Overly Sexual Liberation. 33:26 - Fake Alpha Men 48:16 - Women Making the First Move on Men 50:06 - Toxic Masculinity in Women 62:30 - Women Savagely Fucking Men with No Emotions & Sleeping with your Friend's Boo 87:20 - The Power of a Phat Ass 90:30 - Women Expecting Men to Spend Money or He's Considered Broke in their Eyes
Mar 05, 202101:18:58
Sz 2 Ep 7 (Ep 32) - Love Languages, Booty Calls and Women Using their Male Friends w/K Lene
Timeline of topics: 1:15 - Black Men being Judged for their Taste in Music 6:20 - College Parties and HBCUs 16:18 - Valentine's Aftermath 23:30 - Proper Time to hit up a Booty Call 28:10 - Women Love Men that are Projects and Toxic 37:27 - The Importance of Love Languages 49:18 - Ladies Being Called the B Word 54:31 - Women Using their Male Friends as their Emotional Baggage. 66:10 - Men not Telling their Female Friends if Her Man is Cheating. TAP IN with us! We appreciate all the views. If you can like, subscribe, comment and/or share that will help us spread this page immensely. Thank you.
Intro Music by Mac Bezzie - Turnt Up
Intro Music by Mac Bezzie - Turnt Up
Feb 26, 202155:06
Sz 2 Ep 6 (Ep 31) - Were You his Only Valentine?
The gang is back for our Valentine's special. We dive in deep this episode. Timeline of episode: - 6:53 - Tessica the Gorilla Glue queen - 14:20 Black women need to appreciate their natural hair - 17:42 - Women being more approachable in sweats and men still gonna holla because of her body - 20:07 - Women hollering at you indirectly - 21:48 - Cairo being asked out. - 24:17 - JT taking girls out on dates after he sleeps with her as to before and respecting a woman who has sex on the first night. - 32:38 - Cairo needs help figuring out if he has a Valentine or not. - 41:20 - Chloe Bailey getting that good D which is inspiring her more sexier freakier side - 45:50 - Imani wants to know if there is a difference between being his dream girl to marry and his fantasy woman to sleep with. - 48:55 - Broken men can't handle rejection and why men always gotta have their cake and eat it. - 56:35 Signs you may not be his only Valentine. - 70:50 - Movies, shows to watch LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE TO US! Help us spread the comedic healing medicine to the world.
Feb 18, 202101:11:35
Sz 2 Ep 5 (Ep 30) - Super Bowl Treat
TAP IN gang work off the fly with our guest not able to make it. So the gang dive into their Goat Stand-Up comics (2:15) JT shares some good news (21:01) They give their Super Bowl predictions (31:12) Unrealistic expectations in their mates and shortage of good men (46:13) and JT breaks down his recent struggles co-parenting and much more. TAP IN WITH US!
Feb 10, 202101:13:04
Sz 2 Ep 4 (Ep 29) - Single Mother's Journey to Sustainable Love w/Dasharra Bridges
The TAP IN gang is back as JT, Cairo and First Lady of the pod, Imani Fe deep dive into a conversation about why women find certain men 'corny.' (3:15) They joke about the legacy of Imani Fe' Clappers and it's impact on the show's success. (20:33) They paid homage to the late Kobe Bryant as JT gives his story about working at Staples Center for the Grammy's when the news broke. Remembering Cicely Tyson as well. (25:50) JT admits not paying Cairo when Cairo and Imani were both actors of JT's play, Confessions of a H.O.E. (30:01) KT comes on later to brag about her dogs being groomed. (45:10) Our guest, DaSharra Bridges joins the show to talk her novel turned stageplay, Journey of a Single Mother. She talks about her inspiration behind the project years ago to turning it into feature film, written by JT. Now she just casted for the stageplay for it. (50:51) JT comes with a crazy theory about how SOME men see single mother's as fetishes and desperate. (57:41) What makes young single mother's so vulnerable? (62:03) Dasharra talks the biggest obstacles in single mother's finding true love and much more. TAP IN with us!
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Feb 07, 202152:26
Sz 2 Ep 3 (Ep 28) Be His First Lady or His Bad Bitch w/K Lene
TAP IN gang is back with our special guest, K Lene. They recap Ashanti Keyshia Cole Verzuz (8:30), how a Woman Body Count holds value (13:07). K Lene joins the podcast as she talks her career and her recent breakup (32:20), she talks Aaliyah impacting his pursuit of music, if she will ever get married and much more. TAP IN with us!
Jan 27, 202101:33:48
Sz 2 Ep 2 (Ep 27) - Co-Parenting While Succeeding and Dating w/ Celebrity Actor, Sheldon Bailey
Coronavirus Check In (6:00) Welcoming back Imani Fe (9:20) Keyshia Cole Ashanti Verzuz Battle (16:00) Bringing in guest, Sheldon Bailey. We talk being LeBron James body double, reoccurring role on Shameless, Nickelodeon's Gameshakers with Kel Mitchell. (27:30) Sheldon talks life as a Single Dad of 3 navigating through the industry (42:30) Dating around the world (50:00) when men are actually ready to settle down and if men are actually able to be faithful. Sheldon drops mad jewels in this interview. TAP IN with us. Intro song by Sheldon Bailey, "
Jan 19, 202101:23:37
Sz 2 Ep. 1 (Ep 26) - Image Love vs. Broken Love vs. True Love w/Comedian, Kristine Taylor
After a four-month hiatus, the TAP IN gang is back with a new host added on. They touch on Riots at Capital Hill (8:15) Cairo moving up the Tik Tok rankings (11:30), Coronavirus Impact (19:50), Imani Appreciation (27:20), 2020 Takeaways (30:10:), their Life Changes since Season 1 (45:15), JT talks life as a new Dad (47:10), Celebrity Relationships & Breakups (50:17) Image Love/Broken Love/True Love (65:00). We back baby! Intro song Benny the Butcher "Legend." Follow us on Instagram: @tapin.podcast
Jan 12, 202101:33:42
Episode 25 - 2020 Reflections (Season Finale)
TAP IN gang back at it with their Season Finale. In this last episode, JT, Imani, and Cairo reflect on 2020 and all it's mayhem. They also reflect on the success and impact this podcast has on their lives. They also debate If Black Women have too much Attitude or is that a man's Cop Out Excuse? JT has an interesting theory if God could be a Black Woman. They also talk future goals of the podcast and closing 2020 strong along with a lot more.
Sep 29, 202001:31:54
Episode 24 - The Friendzone Trap w/Tasha Loren
TAP IN gang brings in the lovely Tasha Loren. They discuss Friendzones as Tasha has a lot to get off her chest. We discuss black men not protecting women publicly. Also discussing how men will befriend women for years plotting to hit, men being envious of all the attention she gets, and stop forcing men to be a friend when that's not his purpose. Whose really a friend to you? Can men and women really be friends if they are attractive to one another? Do ladies appreciate men for genuine friends or just their emotional baggage? We TAP IN deep into how friendzones can help or hinder a relationship.
Sep 21, 202001:20:24
Episode 23 - Spiritual Soul Ties w/Sherman Holloway aka Veli
First Lady, Imani Fe produces this episode as we break down the Spiritual Soul Ties. With her guest and close friend, Sherman Holloway the TAP IN gang discussed the Spiritual Ties being broken. Veli talks his life as a full-time single father while maintaining his career, mistakes he's made and how his appreciates the single mothers and more. This was a very refreshing episode.
Sep 15, 202001:16:43
Episode 22 - JT's Baby Shower
TAP IN crew back together as they celebrate JT becoming a first time father. JT talks about the entire baby shower, the journey during this pregnancy, his failures in certain decisions that's caused him guilt all year as well as not having his family living in Cali to be here, his rocky relationship with his child's mother and their agreement to co-parent and how his life has changed over the past two weeks because of that decision. They also discussed how God will bring the right mate into your life when you're in the right space to receive it. This episode is JT's epic growth right before our very eyes. TAP IN to his craziness.
Sep 07, 202038:04
Episode 21 - Breaking Down the Stigmas of Black Mental Health with Therapist, Marcus Leaks
TAP IN gang is back as all three are back in full effect. Produced by Cairo we bring our Black Mental Health episode. They discuss Happy Wife, Happy Life (3 mins). Tory Lanez & Meg the Stallion (10 mins), JT talks about his photoshoot (18 mins). With our guest host, therapist, Marcus Leaks we discuss the effects of Mental Health on men (40 mins), Commonalities and Breaking the Cycle, impact of Black Mental Health on dating, and the impact of being a Black gay Therapist in today's world. Such a different episode for us but very thought provoking and engaging. TAP IN
Aug 25, 202001:32:01
Episode 20 - Jealous Ass 'Homegirls' & Cheaters Cheat w/Casey Dreux
Does every man cheat? JT is the lone guy this episode as him and First Lady, Imani Fe and their guest, Songstress, Casey Dreux dive deep into some things. Imani Fe talks about starting an OnlyFans profile. 😯 They also debate Does Every Man Cheat and the Signs that he is. They also discussed how women with voluptuous bodies are usually hated on by her own 'Homegirls' and how hard it is for them to have genuine friends because the way they are shaped. Both Imani and Casey share some deep moments as they both learned about how much they have in common. Watch these two ladies bring the heat to JT and you know he's bringing the foolishness right back. TAP IN with us! Our longest but most in depth episode of them all. Music by Casey Dreux "Maybe" Follow us at www.instagram.com/tapin.podcast
Aug 17, 202002:06:37
Episode 19 - Levels to this Love S**t (Different Codes of Love)
TAP IN gang dropping a mid week episode. We celebrate Cairo's Birthday. We address men being glorified for getting out of jail over graduating college. Does a man that cheats make him a bad person or just a man who allowed lust to takeover? JT breaks down the levels of love. Romantic vs. Compassionate Love, Triangular Theory of Love (Passion, Intimacy Commitment). And we break down how we all love but may love that person differently than they deserve to be loved. TAP IN!
Aug 13, 202001:18:38
Black Podcast Awards Submission Highlights
Some of our best moments during our first season as we submit our podcast into the Black Podcasts Awards. Support us and take a listen.
Aug 05, 202015:01
Episode 17 - The Lustful Matrix Effect w/JB Brown
Is the grass really greener on the other side? JT, Cairo, and Imani Fe are back with a special guest host, Comedian/Actor, JB Brown. He talks his positive Covid experience. TAP IN this episode as they all debate why the grass is rarely greener on the other side. They discuss healing from broken relationships before dating someone new, and JT comes up with an interesting theory call The Lustful Matrix. TAP IN with us as this is our shortest yet funniest and deepest episode of them all. Www.instagram.com/therealjbbrown
Jul 28, 202047:37
Episode 16 - Hidden Temptations w/Ashley G from Temptation Island season 2
TAP IN gang is back in full health as our First Lady, Imani Fe is back with us after missing a few weeks. She talks about the impact of recently losing her father. We also talk about coping with loss and importance of self-care. Also Imani talks about hidden temptations and the "hoe phase" being healthy to a woman. (30 min) We also bring on our guest, Ashley G, the "villain" from Season 2 of Temptation Island on USA network. She addresses her experiences as well as the "real tea" on that show. We address double standard in black women cheating as to black men. We also discuss the lost art of genuine connections and her dating since moving to LA . This is one of our best episodes. Real, Raw, Funny, Authentic Vibes. TAP IN. Www.instagram.com/agoldsun
Jul 20, 202001:10:30
Episode 15 - Dating for Clout & Sharing your Spouse w/Keke Nova
TAP IN crew brought in a guest host, Keke Nova to join the guys. They TAP IN on the Will, Jada, August debacle. Keke Nova opens up on how she can relate to all of it. They also discuss the folks who Date for Clout and Not for Love as well as open relationships & marriages. This one is juicy. TAP IN Www.instagram.com/iamkekenova
Jul 14, 202052:08
Episode 14 - Caribbean Love w/Betty Rox
TAP IN guys welcome Dancehall star, Betty Rox Ent. She talks her Caribbean Upbringing that led her to becoming a Professional Dancer, Overcoming a Tragic Car Accident last year to be Back Dancing again. The Stereotypes of Caribbean Women, Dating in the Dancehall World, and much more. Very powerful yet comical episode. Www.instagram.com/bettyrox
Jun 30, 202001:01:15
Episode 13 - Importance of Black Fatherhood w/Rashi & Travohn
TAP IN crew brings a special Father's Day episode with two of JT's closest friends. Rashi Scarborough and the returning Travohn Wolfe. They discuss the Importance of Fatherhood, Discussing Racism with their Kids, Accountability, Deadbeats, Leaving a Legacy, Marrying at the Right Time plus much more. TAP IN with us.
Jun 23, 202001:30:20
Episode 12 - Ladies Night w/Cassandra & Yaya (Imani Produced episode)
TAP IN crew's First Lady, Imani Fe produces her first episode. She brings two of her best friends onto the podcast. This episode the TAP IN gang touch on the origins of "Feminism," The Limits of Teaching Someone How to Love You and "Friends with Benefits" with your ex. Imani Fe guests, Cassandra and Yuhana spill the beans on various topics like Dating Men from LA, Men Bored After the Chase is Over, Men Feeling Pressure in Relationships They have their own sex talk as well. Does Size Matters, D***matism, Value of Fourplay and more. This has to be the most interesting episode so far. CLAPPERS!
Jun 16, 202001:44:19
Episode 11 - Dating through Racism w/Kendall Spencer
TAP IN crew has a special episode as its produced by co-host, Cairo Spencer. He brings in his older brother as our guest for the episode. The TAP IN crew debate various topics on racism, including Cairo's first protest, overfriendly white people, clout chasing protesters, Black Lives Matter founder a racist white man and much more. With Cairo's brother, Kendall Spencer we talk about him being both a Lawyer and his tryouts for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Old Flames reaching out through racism, Dating White Women whose parents are prejudiced, Black Men appreciation of Black Women holding us down and Growing up Cairo's older brother. TAP IN with us.
Jun 09, 202001:30:03
Episode 10 - The One that Got Away & Black Lives
TAP IN gang dive in as they discuss women being referred to as 'females', why we go back to toxic relationships, abstinence rings. Imani wants to know if sex on the first date is a dealbreaker. We also discussed the one love that got away as well as Transparency being a hit or miss. We also have Mary Cole-Smith giving her experience on marriage and things she wants the younger generation to know. We also talk the Armaud Arbery and the whole Black Lives Matter movement to bring change and ending racism. TAP IN!
Jun 02, 202001:09:02
Episode 9 - Birthday Clappers!!!! (co-host Imani Fe' Bday celebration)
TAP IN gang celebrates the birthday of their first lady of the podcast, Imani Fe'. They address last weeks episode on Colorism, the sexualization of black men, platonic relationships affecting the actual friendship, (40 mins) IMANI FE bday fun. Cairo sings to the first lady. They give Imani her flowers. Then, HEATED debate about big booty women being treated differently by men. (62 mins) They also discussed Imani Fe' bday activities, super messy men, best birthday moments, living together before marriage, abbreviated text/social messaging showing disinterest, and much more. TAP IN.
May 26, 202001:41:10
Ep. 7 & 8 - Colorism w/Tenn Stacks, Chris Rouse, Charlotte Plummer and Racquia West
TAP IN Podcast puts two episodes into one as they bring in four different guests for this episode. The gang TAP into the Ludacris vs. Nelly Verzuz, Society Accepting Men as Cheaters and Dating off apps. (27 mins) Actors, Chris Rouse and Charlotte Plummer join the podcast on their views on Colorism as dark skinned folks in the industry. (105 mins) Rapper, Tenn Stacks and Model Racquia West are our other two guests as they speak from a light skinned perspective. Many gems are dropped throughout this episode. Comedic Therapy for the soul.
May 19, 202001:52:12
Episode 6 - Why Men Cheat and Why They Come Back w/Actor Wade Wilson
TAP IN crew dive in as they talk about different things. JT reveals his encounter with his biological father for the first time ever. They also tackled women revenge cheating on their mate. (17:04) Actor Wade Wilson joins us to discuss why men cheat and why they come back and his experience with Dear White People on Netflix.
May 05, 202001:24:26
Episode 5 - The Bad Boy Appeal w/Lil Roc & Swisyzinna
The TAP IN gang dive in as all three gets intensed with the topics. They discuss Settling vs. Understanding, Bad Boy image, Men faking the funk just to get laid, and falling into the Illusions of what most think love is. Even both their guests, Lil Roc and Swisyzinna get into the debate with the gang and with each other. This is our most intense but fulfilling episode yet.
Apr 29, 202001:35:25
Episode 4 - The Journey of Finding Love as a Single Mother w/Dasharra Bridges
TAP IN gang dives in deep into themselves in this episode as JT, Cairo and our First Lady, Imani Fe open up about their childhood upbringings affecting their dating choices. They also embrace Imani's CLAPPERS, and JT shares an interesting story about his first crush. He also reveals a surprise that will shock many. (40 minutes) Dasharra Bridges joins the podcast to discuss the impact of her book, The Journey of a Single Mother, as well as her dating journey as a single moving to new city, do men value single mothers, and advice to women looking to overcome their trials and turn them into triumphs. This is truly Chicken Soup for the Single Mothers souls. The gang brought their best stuff as this is their breakthrough episode and a glimpse into the future of this podcast. Enjoy this treat.
Apr 20, 202001:39:11
Episode 3 - Dirty Mackin and Bro Code Violations w/Actor, Jamaal Lewis
TAP IN crew discuss various topics: - Timeless Music - Men Appreciating Women Nudes - Fake vs. Real Booties - Dirty Mackin - Women Sharing Same Men Unknowingly (42 min) Actor, Jamaal Lewis is our special guest. We will be discussing his role as Aaron Hernandez in the Netflix special, The Mind of Aaron Hernandez - Demonic Spirits in the Entertainment Industry - Dating as an Actor - Dirty Mackin and Playa Hating - Bromandments
Apr 14, 202001:33:13
Episode 2 - Toxic Relationships & Fatherhood w/Nikki St John & Travohn Wolfe
On the eve of the host, JT's 35th bday, The TAP IN gang drop their first official episode as they had their warm up episode last weekend. Lots of great feedback and constructive.
The trio topics in this episode include:.
- Masturbation Chronicles. - Imani Fe's hot topic on Situationships and Staying Friends with Exes.
(24:45) We also have special guest, Nikki St. John (Pole Dance Nation) to discuss topics like:
Her Pole Dance classes & being on tour with Kandi from Xscape.
Jhene Aiko queen of modern day R&B Toxic music.
Ciara & Russell Wilson impact on the black dating community.
Would she ever get married and does true love still exist.
(57:00) We end the show with our second guest, Out the Box CEO, LA native, Travohn Wolfe as we discuss topics on:
His Out the Box brand
The Value it Fatherhood.
Dating as a Single Dad.
Co-parenting and Making it Work.
Deadbeat Dads.
The Impact of Nipsey Hussle.
TUFF League and the Brotherhood that we built as a community.
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Apr 07, 202001:36:32
The Mock Episode -
As the world is in a pandemic, the TAP IN crew brings to you their mock pilot episode. Hosted by JT along with his Co-Hosts, Cairo and their first lady, Imani Fey. They will be discussing various dating topics. Today's mock episode the TAP IN crew will dive into topics like: - Variety of Hoes in Today's Society - Swag vs. Substance - Black Men Don't Cheat - Quarantine Baes & Old DMs - Is Cooking a Lost Cause in Relationships and etc. Also, we have a Coronavirus Skit. So enjoy our Mock episode as we prepared to launch our official first episode next Tuesday.
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