The BLC Pod: After Dark Edition

Ep. 12: Where There’s Smoke

The episode begins with a little pre-show banter. (1:00) Nic blames his wife and daycare-attending son for being sick while trying to produce the final episode of Season 1. Nic is also sick of Kisha Chavis’s continual disrespect for her husband, Joe Smith. (2:30) SNM reflects on Tim Scott’s sudden departure from the presidential race. (3:30) J mentions the first black-owned sperm bank but tells Tim Scott his services won’t be needed. Following the intro, (6:50) the crew talks about their week including SNM attending a conference for women veterans, J trying to recover from disappointments in Houston, and Nic reminding black parents of the importance of advocating for their children. The group tackles the hot topics of the week beginning with (12:40) Andre 3000’s new ‘bar-less’ album, (16:59) Snoop and Meek Mill’s recent decision to quit smoking, (19:45) Chrisean Rock’s recent viral interactions with Tamar Braxton and Cam Newton. (25:30) Jada Pinkett-Smith says it’s important to have friends of the opposite , (36:10) Brother Bilal claims to have witnessed Will Smith and Duane Martin engaging in homosexual acts, and (47:10) Cassie files a salacious lawsuit against P. Diddy that quickly settles. (1:00:19) Pardi (Meg Thee Stallion’s Ex) drops a diss track to set the record straight, (1:13:14) Terrance Howard says Paramount owes him 20 years’ worth of residuals for his work on Hustle & Flow, and (1:22:08) the BINT (Blessings In No Time) founders facing charges for running a Ponzi scheme during the onset of the COVID pandemic. Rounding out the final moments of Season 1, (1:34:20) the crew reflects on the blessings and lessons gleaned from the first season as well as offers a few teasers on what viewers can expect to see in Season 2!!

Ep. 11: Believe it or not!

On the eleventh episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, SNM, and Just J start with pre-show banter about SNM's dismal record with mispronouncing people's names, a light-hearted conversation about a clip featuring a Blood gang member's inability to use the letter C ( the BLCPod crew has no gang affiliation), and the need to retire the word "pause". They ponder the need to add more to the disclaimer at the start of the show (4:22). Following Nic's suggestion, the crew watched the Milli Vanilli documentary and gave their thoughts on what they learned (5:04), as well as whether they would take $500,00 a year to be Milli Vanilli all over again (10:22). They start the show with a quick update from Ep. 10 regarding Joe Smith and new revelations, including Nic's take on Kisha Chavis’ interview with Cam'ron (16:55). They move on to provide quick takes on the Jeezy and Nia Long interview (22:29), and the possibility of Doja Cat getting cancelled due to her latest antics (27:55). After spending several moments adding to the disclaimer, the crew discuss their take on Congressman Tim Scott, his new “girlfriend”, and if she's a political beard (35:45), the breakup of Lori Harvey and Damson Idris (51:48), and recent allegations of abuse made by Keke Palmer against her child’s father (58:51). The group went on to discuss Dee1Music’s challenge to Rick Ross, Meek Mill and Jim Jones, and claims that they are harming the community (1:10:11), followed by Young Thug’s RICO case, and the ruling that the prosecution can use their lyrics at trial (1:32:44). They round out the conversation with DJ Khalid and how he is his own money manager and trusts no one (1:42:32), address the latest development in the Elijah McClain trial, including the acquittal of the third officer (1:50:52), and so much more. Tune in and enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment, and share.

Ep. 10: High Value Man?

On the tenth episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, SNM, and Just J discuss the new and improved disclaimer. Ironically, the new disclaimer was so long that the portion telling viewers and listeners to Like, Subscribe, and Follow (a throw-back to last week's pre-pod chatter) had to be cut. Meanwhile, the crew is still searching for their 'intro phrase'. They start the show (4:40) celebrating their 10th episode before recapping their week, which includes Just J's first time trying fully immersive VR, SNM picking up a side-gig as a book reviewer only to discover it was too time-consuming, Nic celebrating his birthday and reflecting on the blessing of having lived long enough to be considered old. For the first topic, they revisit a topic from Episode 2: Damaged Goods referring to Angela Simmons and Yo Gotti's extremely short-lived romance (14:16), followed by Joe Smith's reaction to discovering his wife, Keisha Chavis, has been running an OnlyFans account (24:11). Amid speculation that K. Chavis is just trying to raise her profile in an attempt to snag a role on a reality series, the crew discuss possible causes behind the break-up of Gordon & Mia Thornton - an age-gap couple from RHWOP (36:40). In keeping with the discussion on reality TV and age-gap couples, Nic asks for the crew's thoughts on news that Scottie Pippen's ex-wife, Larsen, will be marrying Michael Jordan's son, Marcus. (47:57). The group went on to discuss a couple of currently trending clips. The first clip features a discussion between a man who says real men provide 100% of the family's financial support and another man who said that sharing the responsibilities with his wife, or going 50/50, doesn't make him any less of a man. (1:03:50), while in the other video, a man tells his wife to get a job to support a baby that's not his (01:21:30). Rounding out the remainder of the show, the crew discuss the state of customer service in black-owned business - particularly the recent backlash to TikTok restaurant critic Keith Lee (1:44:02) and so much more. Tune in and enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, and share.#podcast #entertainment #conversation #dating #popculture #hottopics #relationships #love #community #divorce #breakup # #genderwar #marriage #socialmedia #AngelaSimmons #YoGotti #JoeSmith #onlyfans #KishaChavis #LarsenPippen #MarcusJordan #RHWOP #traditionalman #genderroles #customerservice #KeithLee #blackexcellence #blackownedbusiness #restaurants

Ep. 9: Pause

On the ninth episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, SNM, & Just J discuss the progress of gaining likes, subscribers, & followers before trying to figure out a better way to start the show. They start the show (03:04) recapping their week, which includes Just J's experience with shrooms, SNM cooking for her dog more than her husband, & Nic discussing the joys (& cost) of parenthood. For the first topic, they get into Cesar Pina's IG live video addressing his allegations, while trying to defend DJ Envy (12:43), followed by Tyrese responding to his ex, Samantha Lee, after she made comments about people being in her ear (21:45). Speaking of Tyrese, the crew discuss the announcement that TGT, the R&B group comprised of Tyrese, Ginuwine, & Tank, are getting back together (33:02), before bringing up an old clip of comments made by Tank, which SNM uses to ask Nic & J a question (40:32). The group went on to discuss recent revelations about Dwight Howard in light of recent court disclosures made during sexual assault allegations (48:50), Michael Irvin calling out his son as fake gangster rapper, which gets surprisingly heated (01:06:44), before SNM brings up Cam Newton's latest baby mother to be, Jazzy (01:30:46). Rounding out the remainder of the show, the crew discuss the now infamous list of places women don't want to go to on a first date (01:46:26), whether they'd take $500k or dinner with Jay-Z (01:55:40), followed by Tyler Perry feeling disrespected in his bid for BET (02:02:09) & so much more. Tune in & enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, & share.

Ep. 8: Like, Subscribe and Follow

On the eighth episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, S.N.M., and Just J admit to their shortcomings regarding likes, subscriptions and follows, but are still excited about the new disclaimer (w/ logo), before starting the show (03:41). They dive into the conversation starting with the conflict in the Middle East between Israel and Palestine, and US involvement (10:30), before reacting to Will Smith comments at Jada Pinkett Smith's Baltimore book store appearance (23:40). They react to Jeezy's recent public statement regarding his divorce from Jeannie Mai (36:00), before getting into Taye Diggs' ex-wife, Idina Menzel, and her comments about how race played a role in their separation (46:32), followed by Lupita's recent post regarding her separation from her boyfriend Salema Masekel (01:00:51). After that, they give their thoughts on DJ Envy and the recent arrest of former business partner, Cesar Pina (01:11:29), Kim K hiring a manny (01:24:17), Tyrese Gibson's ex, Samantha Lee's comment on what led to their divorce (01:41:07), and Brian McKnight's new name and album, but same ole drama (01:55:40). And last, but not least, they answer LaLa Anthony's question about whether you should post your spouse or significant other on social media (02:12:20). Tune in and enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, and share.

Ep. 7: For Entertainment Purposes Only

On the seventh episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, S.N.M., & Just J are excited about the new disclaimer, before starting the show (02:38). They dive into Hot Topics with comments from DJ Vlad & whether celebrities are obligated to speak out (11:43), followed by an update on Carlee Russell (19:37). After discussing the newly proposed Ebony alert in California (21:58), we get an update on Jeannie Mai dealing with her divorce (29:34), discuss Tia Mowry & her dating woes (33:48), & end with Jada Pinkett-Smith's recent press run & revelations (41:20).For the main conversation, the crew tackle whether women who act like Jada (or ____) are the reason some men are hesitant (or scared) of marriage (56:20). They also discuss what they mean by "women like", some of the characteristics, traits, or red flags men should look out for, & so much more. Tune in & enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to follow, share, subscribe, like & all that good stuff.

Ep. 6: It’s Giving Elitism

On the sixth episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, S.N.M., & Just J start with their weekly recap and lament the state of affairs in customer service (04:56). They dove into Hot Topics talking about Tamar Braxton's recent split (10:50) and whether Terrell Owens blames black women for why he dates white women (16:33). They also talked about Sexxy Red and her recently leaked tape as well as her comments about Trump (28.24). After talking about Drake's new album and his clapback at Joe's Budden's criticism (39:37), they reacted to the new AI-generated Tupac song dissing Keefe D (46:31), and gave their thoughts on the Waffle House strike (54:40). For the main conversation (01:09:47), in light of inflation and rising cost of living, the crew asked, "Should finance dictate romance and relationships? And if so, why?" They also talked about the impact that would have on our views of traditional values and roles in relationships, whether it was time for us to rethink those things & and establish new ones, and how important finances were to not only relationships, but everything we do. Tune in & enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to follow, share, subscribe, like & all that good stuff.

Ep. 5: It Takes A Village

On the fifth episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, S.N.M., & Just J start with how their week went & the joys of getting older. They kick off hot topics discussing the recent arrest in the Tupac Shakur murder case. Nic & J get into a heated discussion about Birttany Renner, body counts & whether 35 is a high number. They follow that conversation with Draya standing on her belief that a woman can delete their hoeness, Eboni K agreeing with Nic, & Usher performing at the SuperBowl. For the main conversation, the gang discusses why when it comes to dating & relationships conversations on social media, women seem to be the focus, & whether they should be. They also discuss areas that both men & women can improve, who's more likely to hear & receive criticism, & whether Eboni K was right regarding younger women seeking their MRS degrees, & so much more. After final thoughts, J discusses the story about the over 1,000 missing kids in Ohio with thoughts from Nic & S.N.M. Tune in & enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to follow, share, subscribe, like & all that good stuff.