Black Folx

<p>“Black Folx” is a weekly conversational podcast where actor, writer, activist Brandon Kyle Goodman has one-on-one conversations with different Black folx of various identities about their life experiences and how being Black has shaped them.</p>

Know Who You are and Whose You Are ft. Amber Hikes

Host Brandon Kyle Goodman has social justice advocate, community organizer, and unapologetic queer black person, Amber Hikes on the show. Hikes is the first Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer for the American Civil Liberties Union also known as the ACLU. They talked about their favorite black girl group and the moment when Amber knew they could directly affect and change systematic oppression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-10
01:02:41

Policing Someones Dating Life is Problematic ft. Bob The Drag Queen

This week on Black Folx, Actor and Comedian Caldwell Tidicue also known as “Bob The Drag Queen,” the winner of season 8 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, talks to host Brandon Kyle Goodman. They discuss what they prepare thier plate from the barbeque and our experiences in interacial relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

03-03
01:03:59

Stay True to Your Shape ft. Gloria Atanmo

This week, on the show, online educator, content creator in the travel space and an entrepreneur Gloria Atanmo joins host Brandon Kyle Goodman on Black Folx. They discuss thier experiences being catapulted into the forefront of anti-racism education on instagram and what it means to travel while Black. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02-24
01:08:09

Twice as Good for Half as Much Ft. Clark Moore

This week, Brandon Kyle Goodman welcomes actor and writer Clark Moore. They answer the time old question, how do you combat ashiness? Oils vs Lotion. They also talk about the most influential black men in thier lives and how often times, older generations of black folx passed down respectability politics as a way to protect the next generation from racism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02-17
01:29:26

You Can Only Honor What You Know ft. Pervis Taylor

This week, award winning life coach, inspirational speaker, mentor and author Pervis Taylor joins host Brandon Kyle Goodman on Black Folx. They imagine who they would want their celebrity Aunties and Uncles to be and discuss if their blackness ever affected their mental health. They also muse about how to honor our past, present and future selves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02-10
01:15:51

I'm Taking Care of Black Feelings ft. Griffin Matthews

This week, host Brandon Kyle Goodman welcomes writer, director, activist, and actor, Griffin Matthews to the show. They discuss their favorite Black plays, the moment they stopped taking care of white feelings, and the work Black people must do in the fight against racial injustice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

02-03
01:07:39

My Artistry Means More to Me than Faking It ft. Zeke Thomas

This week on Black Folx, host Brandon Kyle Goodman talks to DJ, Host, Show Creator, and Activist Zeke Thomas. They talked about their go to haircut styles and the moment when they started valuing the intersectionality between queerness and blackness. They also give advice to young black and POC queer kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

01-27
59:59

Feeling the Glass Ceiling ft. Jimmy Akingbola

This week, Brandon Kyle Goodman welcomes British actor Jimmy Akingbola to the show. They discussed the historic tensions between Black American and Black UK Actors in the entertainment industry and they muse about the best ways to mitigate that divide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

01-20
01:05:51

I Lived My Whole Life Ignoring Myself ft. RILEY(Amber Riley)

This week, host Brandon Kyle Goodman sat down with award-winning Actress and Singer Riley, also known as Amber Riley. They discuss her journey in creating her new EP, entitled RILEY, their mental health journeys and how we can encourage Black folx to take mental health more seriously. Also, Riley SANG for us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

01-13
01:05:18

Education is Elevation ft. George Lee

This week, speaker, facilitator and a self proclaimed 'Edutainer,' George Lee joins Brandon Kyle Goodman on the show. They discuss their favorite black authors, the impact of black male educators in the classroom and the nuances of cancel culture. Plus, George’s adorable son can be heard in the background and blesses us with the cutest cameo ever.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

01-06
01:06:06

Ask Me Anything ft. Brandon Kyle Goodman

This week, it's host Brandon Kyle Goodman and you! That's right, in the last week of 2020, Brandon answers questions from the listeners in the "Ask Me Anything" episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12-30
44:49

Everybody is Not a Threat ft. Kalen Allen

This week, host Brandon Kyle Goodman speaks to award-nominated actor, producer, and television personality Kalen Allen. They discuss all the black things bringing them joy and the danger of comparing oneself to others. Kalen also discuss his visual Christmas album “For Christmas Sake” that you can find on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12-23
01:10:25

It's the Contradictions For Me ft. Sydnee Washington

This week, Comedian and Actress Sydnee Washington joins Brandon Kyle Goodman on Black Folx. They talk about which sitcom house they wanted to grow up in, the queer people that have and continue to impact their lives, and what it means to live with two intersecting identities; queerness and blackness. Check out Sydnee's hilarious weekly IG TV series Syd Can Cook on her instagram page (@justsydbw). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12-16
57:57

Enjoy the Moment ft. Justin Sylvester

Justin Sylvester, Producer and Host of “Daily Pop,” on E! joins Brandon Kyle Goodman this week! They talk about their favorite black talk show hosts, the best advice they got from their mothers/mother figures, and what it means to pretend for survival when you know you're not accepted.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12-09
01:01:31

Even when I do right, I'm Wrong ft Jonica T. Gibbs

This week, Brandon Kyle Goodman welcomes Actress and Comedian Jonica T Gibbs. They talk about their favorite pair of sneakers growing up, the first time they experienced racism in the workplace, and how they've both seen how classicism affected the racism they experienced. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12-02
01:08:31

Where are you in the why? ft. Ashlee Marie Preston

Activist Ashlee Marie Preston joins Brandon Kyle Goodman to discuss how we interrogate our learned history in order to find the truth. Ashlee also discusses the deep divide between Black people and the trans-Black community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11-25
01:02:56

I Can't Imagine Not Accepting That Part of Myself ft. Devin Wesley

This week, fine artist Devin Welsey joins Brandon Kyle Goodman on Black Folx. They talked about the black characters that influenced them the most, the moment they valued their blackness, and the important role community and comradery play in helping people embrace their authentic selves.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11-18
01:01:47

Part 2 - Anti-Blackness is Global ft. Ismael Cruz Córdova

On Part Two of Brandon Kyle Goodman's conversation with Ismael Cruz Córdova, they explore how anti-Blackness is expressed and amplified across the world, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11-11
51:31

Part 1 - Policing Vs Harassment ft. Ismael Cruz Córdova

This week on Black Folx, Brandon Kyle Goodman catches up with Actor Ismael Cruz Córdova to discuss the personal, societal, and global ramifications of policing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

11-04
56:56

I'm Tryin' to Live, Now! ft. Janelle James

Comedian, Actress and Writer Janelle James joins Brandon Kyle Goodman on Black Folx this week. They imagine who thier dream black celebrity parents would be, the first time they experienced being called the N - word, and how this new generation of kids are not having it with racism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

10-28
58:32

louise Wilding

🥰 thanks for helping me gain some new perspectives. loving this

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