The Famous Duanus Podcast

Candid conversations about controversy, current events, and culture. Brought to you by a know nothing know it all asking some questions to gain understanding.

Woke vs Happy (Can You Have Both?)

Is being woke worth your peace? Me, Ajaya & Neka W discuss the concept of being woke, being happy and if there’s a way to have both.

02-08
01:03:00

A Talk About Trauma Bonding

Me & my wife sit down with Hope, SJ, Malcolm & April to discuss the intricacies of trauma bonding; how the concept is vastly misunderstood & how many are unaware of the trauma bonds they participate in.    https://linktr.ee/Divinebeautynstyle  Manifestsofhope.com  https://shanjorco.com  Youtube.com/CounturCulture

01-19
01:41:01

Big Brother & The Surveillance State

Tanei, SJ, Ajaya Divine & myself talk about Big Brother, & the current state of surveillance that has been going on for decades. We also talk about current events in how everything ties back to the mining of manipulation of your data. Get your tin foil durags ready, we're going in.    Mentioned Links:   ajayadivine.com  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPovL_97r-lDIXyx2dvq3_g mylife.com

12-17
01:38:51

The Cult of Veganism

I sit down with Rook and Ajaya Divine to discuss the concept of Veganism, the good, the bad, and the cult like behavior.  projectrook.com ajayadivine.com 

12-04
01:21:42

What REAL Solutions Look Like For The Black Community

I join forces with Braxton and Wordsmiff to discuss what actual solutions look like for the black community.  https://www.instagram.com/houseofbraxton/ https://www.instagram.com/wordsmiffmusic/

11-25
01:12:05

So....Now What? Projections & Perceptions

I chat with Hope and Ajaya Divine to discuss the Presidential election, the public response, and the plot twist that awaits. 

11-09
50:26

Mask On......F**k It Mask Off

I sit down with Project Rook and Dr. Tanei Ricks to take a deeper look at the pandemic, the politics around it, and how it all ties together in the grand scheme of things.    projectrook.com

11-07
01:23:42

The Chat of Extraordinary Gentlemen

I sit down with the good brothers Braxton, and the Hip Hop Professor to discuss black masculinity, manhood, the role of men in society and how we can improve upon said role.

10-26
01:45:25

Men & Marriage

I sit down with old friends from college to discuss marriage; candidly, objectively and as men.

10-16
01:16:58

Relationship Goals

Me & my wife sit down with some couples and a few singles to discuss the concept of relationship goals, how it can be a facade and how to determine your own relationship goals.

10-01
01:26:18

Mignonnes: Did Cuties Go Too Far?

After a brief hiatus I'm back with my two unofficial cohosts Hope and Ajaya to discuss the controversial film "Cuties" that debuted on Netflix. We discuss the director's angle on making the film, if it went too far to make a point, and the discussion we need to have with our young girls. 

09-17
01:12:49

A Black August Interview

I interview Hip Hop Extraordinaire Braxton to discuss his new project "Black August." We break down the inspiration behind the project, do a deep dive on some tracks and discuss what the future holds for the young emcee.    https://mobile.datpiff.com/mixtape/987741?

08-23
46:44

Situationships & Entanglements (Part 1)

I have a very honest conversation with my fiancée (Nicole), a married couple (April & Malcolm of Poignant Bars) a married man (Darian M) and a bachelor (The Hip Hop Professor.) We discuss the concepts of Situationships and Entanglements and a whole bunch tangents in between. Tune In   https://www.youtube.com/user/CounturCulture/videos  https://anchor.fm/nofauxgiven

08-21
02:16:58

A Candid Look At Home Schooling

I team up with Hope & Ajaya Divine to discuss the public school system how it has failed our children, and creating alternative education via teaching our children at home. We also go over resources and techniques to help meet children where they are & how to provide them with the best tools to navigate in society.    https://www.raisingfreepeople.com  www.ajayadivine.com/education

08-13
01:17:51

If You Know You Know (Knowing When To Wake People Up & When To Give Up)

Me & Ajaya Divine discuss being in the know and when to concert our efforts to enlighten others; and when to let them figure it out on their own. ajayadivine.com

07-31
49:43

A Conversation About Hoe Culture

I have a candid conversation with Mykia and Ajaya Divine about Hoe Culture & its effects on present day Society. We touch on the origins of the word "Ho," break down "slut shaming" and how being a ho isn't exclusive to gender or sex for that matter.    ajayadivine.com  maiyasnaturals.com  https://medium.com/@etherealkia/hoe-culture-98d366dc36f3

07-17
01:16:49

Let's Talk Hip Hop

I sit down with Zeeq, Braxton, Malcolm & Scribe to discuss the impact of hip hop on black culture, how hip hop has influenced us, and the responsibility of artists and the music they put out.    https://zeeq.bandcamp.com  https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/braxton1/power-of-shalem  open.spotify.com/album/6FLSDQymVHEQnO0XbOEmoP

07-15
02:08:50

What Is A Child Worth?: An Honest Conversation About Child Trafficking & Pedophilia

Hope, Ajaya Divine & myself have a very candid conversation about pedophilia, child trafficking, & how it's financed. by the porn industry.

07-10
02:01:51

What Does It Really Mean To Be Pro-Black?

I am joined by Lord, Christian, Kevin, & Kavohn to have a round table discussion on what it means to be Pro-black, how it's become a fad, and how it looks in the long term. 

07-09
01:55:57

A Realistic Look At Reparations and What To Do If We Don't Get It

I sit down with Ezra J, Darian & Ajaya Divine to take a look at what reparations look like, and what it really entails. We also discuss plans of action in case we aren't granted said reparations.

07-08
01:42:31

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