I Know That's Right

<p>A weekly rundown of the latest in culture, entertainment and trending conversations. Pull up a chair as host Taryn Finley takes listeners on a ride to where mainstream news and the trenches of internet culture collide.</p><br><p>From the news that makes us say “I know that’s right” to the mess that we all know is dead wrong and down to the more debatable topics she’ll bring a friend in each episode to discuss, this podcast gets down to the nitty gritty.</p><br><p><br></p><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Taking A Break This Week!

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05-31
01:00

Jon Michael Hill Knows That's Right

This week Taryn welcomes A Man In Full star Jon Michael Hill to talk all about what he knows is right, including developing his character from page to screen, the differences between television and theater, and the stories he'd love to tell.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-24
47:15

Is The Viral Celebrity Block Worth It? (w/ Shenequa Golding)

Who deserves public shame for NOT speaking out who gets to decide that? Taryn welcomes author Shenequa Golding to talk through the things making them say "I know that's right", including minding your own business and healthy accountability, as well as a frank discussion of dead wrongs of the week with the public celebrity guillotine and social media's role in creating it.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-17
41:38

Summer House Is Heating Up (w/ Preston Mitchum)

This week Taryn welcomes Summer House: Martha's Vineyard star Preston Mitchum for a wide-ranging conversation covering the importance of representation on TV, his approach to the show and the boundaries he sets. And of course, they also delve into the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-10
01:05:50

MINISODE: Did Kendrick Lie Tho?

On a special mini-episode, Taryn talks through the I Know That's Right of the week in Kendrick's new diss track and the Dead Wrong of week in Eric Adams and his clowneryFollow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-03
11:21

What You Need To Know About The TikTok Ban (w/ Taiyler Mitchell)

Is TikTok about to Tok it's last Tik?? Taryn welcomes journalist Taiyler S. Mitchell to talk through the things making them say "I know that's right", including the demonstrations and student protests on campus, as well as a frank discussion of dead wrongs of the week with the impending potential TikTok ban.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-26
41:19

Where's The Beef, Drake? (w/ Jacques Morel)

Why is Drake CEO at the beef factory right now?? Taryn welcomes host and producer Jacques Morel to talk through the things making them say "I know that's right", including the forthcoming anti-trust lawsuit against Ticketmaster, as well as a frank discussion of dead wrongs of the week with Drake and his revival of the lost art of the beef.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-19
47:51

Race Play Isn't Funny, Jerrod Carmichael (w/ Daric L. Cottingham)

This week we're hooping! Taryn welcomes journalist Daric L. Cottingham to talk through the things making them say "I know that's right" in the world of women's basketball, as well as a frank discussion of the dead wrong of the week in the new Max series Jerrod Carmichael Reality ShowFollow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-12
54:34

Beyoncé Been Country (w/ Taylor Crumpton)

It's Beyoncé week! Taryn welcomes writer Taylor Crumpton to talk about all things Cowboy Carter. They talk through Beyoncé's new album, which songs are making them say "I know that's right" to the dead wrong of some bad faith reactions from the critics and hatersFollow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-05
54:25

Midwest Representation (w/ Diarra Kilpatrick)

Taryn welcomes Diarra Kilpatrick to talk about her new show Diarra From Detroit, representing black voices in the Midwest, and what it means to headline a show using your own name. But first, she brings us through the biggest headlines of the week -- from Beyonce's new album making us say "I know that's right" to the dead wrong of the latest season of The Real Housewives of Potomac.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-29
52:18

For The Culture (w/ Imani Ellis)

Taryn welcomes Imani Ellis to talk about her CultureCon, the Creative Collective, and what it means to get a dream job and then leave it. But first, she brings us through the biggest headlines of the week -- from The Color Purple finally getting recognized making us say "I know that's right" to the dead wrong of some recent shady TV cancellations.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-22
59:25

Capitalism Sucks (w/ Celeste O’Connor)

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03-15
55:42

What to Expect at the Oscars (w/ Candice Frederick)

Taryn welcomes film critic Candice Frederick to break down what to expect at this year's Oscars. But first, she brings us through the biggest headlines of the week -- from Michelle Williams making us say "I know that's right" to the dead wrong of Clay on Love Is Blind.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-08
47:00

What's Happening to Journalism (w/ Philip Lewis)

This week, Taryn welcomes Philip Lewis to discuss the alarming state of journalism and the rising misinformation that comes along with it. But first the headlines, to Phaedra Parks on The Traitors making us say "I know that's right", to the dead wrong of P. Diddy.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-01
49:01

Love Yourself More Than Internet Dating Advice (w/ Michael Arceneaux)

This week, Taryn welcomes cultural critic and writer Michael Arceneaux to talk about the ever-confusing dating discourse on social media. But first, she dives into the biggest cultural stories of the week, including Brooklyn White-Grier's Essence cover story about Beyoncé.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-23
50:21

Now Watching Love is Trifling (w/ Erin Evans)

Taryn welcomes HuffPost senior culture reporter Erin Evans to break down the first few episodes of the brand new season of Love Is Blind. But first, Taryn is going over the news that moved her, including the masterful announcement of Beyoncé's new album.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-16
01:02:37

Jay-Z Didn't Lie About The Grammys (w/ Nadirah Simmons)

Taryn is joined by author Nadirah Simmons to discuss Jay-Z's speech and the systemic problems with the Grammys. But first, she breaks down the headlines from this week, celebrating Victoria Monét's big Grammy wins and wondering if we all need a break from Taylor Swift.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-09
57:26

Nicki Minaj Lost The Plot (w/ Kiana Fitzgerald)

Taryn welcomes hip hop journalist and author Kiana Fitzgerald to get right into the beef between Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion, but first she breaks down the week's culture headlines, including Teyana Taylor portraying Dionne Warwick and Jon Stewart returning to the Daily Show.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-02
01:02:57

Why Our Shows Keep Getting Cancelled (w/ Shanelle Genai)

Taryn welcomes entertainment writer Shanelle Genai to discuss some recent cancellations of shows with Black casts and Black creators and what it means for the larger media landscape. But first, Taryn breaks down the biggest pop culture stories of the last week.Programming note: We're switching up our release day. Beginning next week, I Know That's Right will be releasing new episodes every Friday!Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-24
50:27

Funny Business (w/ Jameer Pond)

Taryn is joined by storyteller and creative producer Jameer Pond to talk about the state of comedy. But first, she breaks down the 2024 Emmys, from history-making award winners that made her say "I know that's right" to the questions around choosing Anthony Anderson to host.Follow Taryn: @_TARYNitUP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-17
55:46

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