Ice Cream Social

In this episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani talks with Ayah and Wes about their Palestenian cinema night to raise fund within the genocide occurring in Palestine. The trio discuss their event as well as the encampments occurring across America. As a Palestinian, Ayah discusses their opinion on these demonstrations and what they hope for the future of Palestinian resistance in America and worldwide. They also discuss survivors guilt and Ayah’s journey as a lawyer.

In this week's episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani and Imaan explore the synchronicities behind their name similarity, Pakistani culture in the context of being queer and some history of her heritage. The song of the week is, "Dharakta" by Safiyah Hernandez and the poem of the week is, "I Always Hated My Name," by host, Imani Warren. Keep up with Ice Cream Social on Instagram @IceCreemSocial. Follow Imani - @ImaniWarrenn. Follow Imaan - @HahImaan

In this week’s episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani and Alexis discuss tipping culture, student debt, making money under capitalism, monetary dating expectations and more. The song of the week is “Leave Her Alone”by Dess Dior and the poem of the week is, “I Don’t Know” by host, Imani Warren. Keep up with Ice Cream Social on Instagram - @IceCreemSocial Keep up with Imani - @ImaniWarrenn Keep up with Alexis - @AlexiisBrianna

On this week’s episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani and Yanna discuss African traditional religions, Baptism’s hidden Hoodoo roots, keeping these traditions alive while learning from those who come before you and ancestral veneration. The poem of the week is, “I Think That Just Maybe” by host, Imani Warren. The song of the week is, “LazyEaterBetsOnHerLikeness” by Liv.e. Keep up with Ice Cream Social on Instagram - @IceCreemSocial Keep up with Imani - @ImaniWarrenn Keep up with Yanna - @YannaStinks

In this week's episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani brings in guests Khadejah and Josh who explore their relationship through spirituality. The term and meaning behind being 'unequally yoked' is revealed and investigated in application to the two's relationship. The song of the week is "Only Girl" by Kali Uchis ft. Steve Lacy and the poem of the week is, "All I Feel Is Pain" by host, Imani Warren. Keep up with Ice Cream Social on Instagram @IceCreemSocial. Follow Imani - @ImaniWarren. Follow Khadejah - @KhadejahRose_Portfolio. Follow Josh - 9tr3y_Beats.

In this week's episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani visits St. Louis, Missouri to chat with Anita. The two speak about how they love, St. Louis' alternative scene, her TikTok and Instagram success and more. The song of the week is, "Anita" by Smino and the poem of the week is, "I'd Eat Your Heart" by host, Imani Warren. Keep up with Ice Cream Social on Instagram @IceCreemSocial. Follow Anita - @gtfoanita Follow Imani - @ImaniWarrenn Ice Cream Social loves imperfection! This episode was so difficult. I filmed in my mom's basement with everyone home. It took 3 days to be downloaded and on all platforms. After it downloaded, the visuals were distorted and bright! However, I prevail! I hope you love the episode and can bear through all the difficulties. Talk soon! <3

In this week’s episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani and Hanan discuss familiar devotion, being women in STEM, Somali cultural deep cuts and more! The song of the week is “Ne Me Quitte Pas” by Orion Sun and the poem of the week is, “A Manifesto” by host, Imani Warren.  Keep up with Ice Cream Social on Instagram @IceCreemSocial.  Follow Imani - @ImaniWarrenn.  “From Hanan: Discussing the topic of Somalia and Somaliland, I don’t want it to seem as if I am oversimplifying the complex sociopolitical history of conflict which has deep influences of colonialism and other factors. Though the Northern state of Somaliland (established in 1991) is not internationally recognized, there is a complex and distinct history here that deserves to be discussed and highlighted in much more depth than given.”

In this week’s episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani and Harmony discuss her future arranged marriage, Punjabi culture, being in love with potential, and the ethics of culture. Imani also gifts Harmony a valentine. The song of the week is “You’re The One” by Dondria and the poem of the week is, “I Crave Romance,” by host, Imani Warren.  Keep up with Ice Cream Social @IceCreemSocial. Follow Imani - @ImaniWarrenn Follow Harmony - @28Harmony

In this week’s episode of Ice Cream Social, Alexsa and Sam discuss with Imani about loving while Latina. Alexsa uses her lens as a Mexican woman in Chicago while Sam uses hers as a Venezuelan woman growing up in St. Louis. The three discuss gender roles, sister wives, cannibalistic love and more. The song of the week is, “Corazon Loco” by Antonio Machín and the poem of the week is, “Love Me Please” by host, Imani Warren. To keep up with Ice Cream Social, follow us on Instagram @IceCreemSocial. Imani - @imani.warren Alexsa - @AlxsaCastelan Sam - @SamAlvillar

In this week’s episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani joins special guests to discuss Palestinian liberation. Imani and Mimi revel on Mimi’s identity as a Black Jewish woman who supports liberation and decolonization. Special guest Alex, gives insight into the struggle that exists for Palestine due to the apartheid, inequality, and oppression at the hands of "Israel" and its' settlers. The juxtaposition of identity with similar points of views creates an environment for thoughtful discussion. This episode was recorded on september 4, more than a month before the war declared on Palestine on October 8. 

In this week’s episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani talks with Asani regarding their use of Grindr starting at the age of 10 into their present day use of the app. They discuss its benefits, downfalls, and caveats as well as Grindr’s potential connection to sex trafficking. The song of the week is Cody Freestyle by Steve Lacy and the poem of the week is “My Mom” by host Imani Warren. To keep up with Ice Cream Social, follow us on Instagram @IceCreemSocial. Imani - @imaniwarrenn Asani - @plxyboi 

In the season 3 premiere of Ice Cream Social, Imani and Jailon discuss intersecting identities within themselves, desirability politics, as well as what it means to be accepted and loved by your own community. The song of the week is "Paradiso" by Azealia Banks and the poem of the week is "No One Wants," by guest Jailon.  To keep up with Ice Cream Social, follow us on Instagram @IceCreemSocial.  Imani - @imaniwarrenn  Jailon - @jailonn

In this week's episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani and Sho discuss identity as well as Sho's journey as a Chicago house DJ with an Asani feature! The song's of the week are "namesake," by Noname and "You Ain't Gotta Lie," by Kendrick Lamar. To keep up with Ice Cream Social, follow us on Instagram @IceCreemSocial. Imani - @imaniwarrenn Sho - @zeetuslapetus

In this weeks episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani, Ori, and Jackie read poetry and discuss the roots behind their deepest emotions. The song of the week is “Floetic” by Floetry and the poem of the week is “Never Trust a Poet” by host, Imani Warren.

In this week's episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani and Dorien analyze the complexities behind interracial relationships while Black and having white partner's. The song of the week is, "Moody's Mood for Love" by Amy Winehouse and the poem of the week is, "My Girlfriend" by host, Imani Warrren

In this week's episode of Ice Cream Social, Keynon and Imani discuss confidence amongst men and lessons on confidence. The song's of the week are "Cant Satisfy Her" by I Wayne and "TRUST!" by JPEGMAFIA. The poem of the week is "I Can't Believe It" by host, Imani Warren.

In this week's episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani and Breslin discuss being a recording artist in Chicago and the intricacies of support. The song of the week is, "Diddy Bop" by Noname and the poem of the week is, "I Don't Wanna Write Sad Poetry" by host, Imani Warren

In this week's episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani, Relu, and Siya discuss marriage in their respective cultures while diving into the nuisance of present day arranged marriages. The song of the week is, “Me and My Husband” by Mitski and the poem of the week is, “I Want Him to Have my Children” by host, Imani Warren.

If you're white: listen up. In this week's week's episode of Ice Cream Social, Imani talks to partner's Douglas, Adrian, and Evangeline about Indigenous two-spirit persons, leadership in the Indigenous community and Indigenous youth progress under colonialism. The song of the week is, "Two-Spirit Anthem" by Bobby Sanchez, and the poem of the week is, "And the Native Way" by host, Imani Warren. 

In this week’s episode of Ice Cream Social, Jordan and Imani discuss feelings and the intricacy of revealing them in public. The song of the week is “You Keep Me Waiting” by Snoh Alaegra and the poem of the week is, “It’s Been A Week” by host, Imani Warren.