The Juxtaposition Podcast.

The Juxtaposition Podcast is hosted by 5 Educated Black Male Millennials, who have been friends for 15 years and who are located in 5 different locations in the United States. We tackle and explore topics of Culture, Finances, Marriage and a dash of Current Events, with our comedic spin. Each week, we'll share stories of failure, triumphs and teachable moments, while providing actionable items that we've learned along the way. We're here to defy stereotypes and to Amplify the Voice of the Modern Black Man.

4 Girl Dads & A Possible

This Episode Is For Any Expecting Father & Current Girl Dad. The Love We Have For Our Baby Girls Are Endless 💕 - We’ve Been Gone, But Bring Great News & More: Updates - What Have We Been Up To?Cleveland’s EARLY BlessingVar’s Great NewsThis Is Our Last Episode For A While - Girls Are Being Born & Girl Dads Are Being (Re) Created. Toast To Our New Milestones As Men ByListening To This Episode - BUT - We’ll Be Back - Before You Know It! Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you liste...

08-12
55:26

You Talk Too Much

This episode, we dissect folks who OVERshare. We specifically talk about thus in the relationship context and when to have the "sexual history" conversation. More generally, we talk about the folks that provide too much information - too soon, as well as the folks who feel like you should share earlier than you're ready. Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on instagram: @Juxtaposition.Pod

06-03
01:14:01

You’re An ASKhole!

Do you know someone who asks you questions - time and time again & continue NOT to take your advice? Do you know someone who asks your advice because you've already been through that scenario and they ignore it and take the advice of someone who HASN'T been through it? If so, you've been speaking to "Askholes." We discuss what it's like to deal w/ Askholes and how you should deal with them. Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on...

05-27
01:06:37

We’re Not Forgiving Terrorists

We're tired. We're frustrated. You see the title. That's it. Enjoy the episode. Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on instagram: @Juxtaposition.Pod

05-20
57:57

Did You Watch This Without Me?!

You know we watch that show together -- did you really watch this without me?? This week, we discussed some "unwritten" rules of relationships: Is she really entitled to your food, even though you asked her what she wanted in advance? Can our friends just pull up to the house or do you need advance notice -- also, who is the one to let the friends know it's time to go? We discuss all of this and more! Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you th...

05-13
01:09:03

How To Keep Her Attention

This episode, the guys discuss how to know that your partner is still as attracted to you today - as they were when you met them. How are you working to keep yourself desirable? Are you making sure to keep that spark? What happens when your partner isn't putting in all the effort needed to keep your attention? We dive into all of that and more on this episode! Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on instagram: @Juxtaposition.Pod

05-06
01:05:27

She Need Love Too

How do you feel about Strippers? Is there a difference between "Video Vixen" & "Video Model" ? How much $$ is enough $$ to throw in a strip club? If you've asked yourself any of these hard hitting questions, this episode is for you. Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on instagram: @Juxtaposition.Pod

04-29
01:01:48

That's Not Funny

This week, we talk comedy - in all facets! What's it like to "lose the crowd" right after a good joke. Do you press on when you joke doesn't hit? Do you repeat it? Also, we dive into knowing when to let go - when is it time to call it quits w/ a goal or a dream you have. This is a fun one! Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on instagram: @Juxtaposition.Pod

04-15
01:07:52

Does Black Love Matter?

This week, we discuss the NY Post Article (I know, I know - the NY Post is problematic, but walk w/ us), entitled "Why more black women should consider marrying white men." - the title of the article isn't the story, but the author is a Black Man - married to a successful Black Woman, which we dissect and analyze. Is it the responsibility of Black Women (who are statistically more successful than Black Men) to help uplevel Black Men - or is it on Black Men to step it up and hold their weight?...

04-08
01:23:10

Fixing Insecurity & Brokenness

In this episode, we get personal and unpack all the necessary "pre relationship trauma" that you need to handle before embarking on the journey to long term companionship. Is your "house clean?" Have you dealt with your "bad" or "toxic" habits? How did you recognize them, then address them? We cover this and more! Time Stamps: 4:00 "Week In Review" 13:07 Main Top: "Fixing Insecurity & Brokenness" 30:00 "Would You Consider Yourself a Momma's boy?" 37:16 "Does The Support and Love Help You...

04-01
01:01:46

Jux Reacts: Chris Rock & Will Smith @ The Oscars

We are here with a quick bonus episode, as we could wait until Friday to talk about this very strange, but very interesting topic - so lets unpack! I’m sure by now we’ve all seen the “smack heard around the world” and the incident between Will Smith and Chris Rock. We’re not here to place blame, but we’re here to discuss the happenings around the incident. We want to humanize this experience, as some people think that this is just fun and games. We’ve personally covered the “entanglement” si...

03-29
29:00

None Of Your Friend's Business

Happy to welcome James aka MoneyBagg Yo back to the pod! This episode, we'll be talking about House Business! How much is too much for you to share outside of your relationship. What's off limits? Sex Life? Finances? Insecurities? We get into all that and more this week! Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on instagram: @Juxtaposition.Pod

03-25
01:29:10

Single Ladies (Ask Jux)

In our first #AskJux episode, we get the chance to talk to Oshaira (@oshaira) & Joanne (@_ayojo), friends of the show, to discuss dating - more specifically, what's it like to date in this landscape as a successful woman. We get into their worse date stories, habitual taker-backers and Male Fraud, no typo. This is a conversation that everyone can learn from, so enjoy! Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on instagram: @Juxtapositi...

03-18
01:37:26

Lost Ones

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Bro. Maurice "Trillz" Johnson - a beloved member of ΚΑΨ - & our brother. With that in mind, the first half of this episode, we dive into how to deal with loss - how to succumb to grief and how to grow through it. At 32:55, The second half of the episode, we discuss the viral clip of men mentioning how a woman "makes herself eligible" by being an independent, high salary earner -- you can guess what our perspective with be on that. Check it out! ...

03-11
01:10:18

Submit To Your Lady?

Fellas, can you submit to your lady? What does that mean? Is your ego in the way? We discuss all of that this episode! We also unpack if it's appropriate to 'correct' your partner in public. Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on instagram: @Juxtaposition.Pod

03-04
01:00:18

There’s A Lot To Celebrate

We’re BACK for Season 4 with a ton of updates! New Jobs, New Locations, Family Expansions & More. We also dive into what constitutes an intelligent risk and why is it important to take them. Jux Pod Merch Available Here! After you listen and follow us & let us know what you think on instagram: @Juxtaposition.Pod

02-25
01:01:42

Was Cita's World The Metaverse?

*SEASON 3 FINALE* We dig deep into our "technology" bag this week - talking about the Metaverse and what that means for Black folks - how can we make sure we're apart of the conversation. Additionally, we spoke about the ever expanding digital space, including Crypto and NFTs to name a few, and how we can take advantage and be on the "ground floor" of these endeavors. We also talk about "Holiday-isms" - the universal Black experiences across America and how we deal with each as they approach....

11-26
01:18:38

Therapy Session (Vulnerability Pt. 2)

"Sustainable Success Comes w/ Constant Challenges" - This episode, we get deep. The pod's foundation is built on transparency, dating back to our first episode "Vulnerability," this episode serves as a follow up. The last couple of weeks have been tough personally, so we do what we do best: Talk About It. Var opens us about the recent realizations he's made and the unresolved trauma he may be carrying around. Cleveland affirms the group and lets the team know that "Help is OK," while Kev and ...

11-19
54:36

(Red) Flag On The Play

On this episode, we talk about what's a red flag in a relationship? When do we know FOR SURE she isn't for you. Was it her excitement to be around you? Was it the fact that she moved on from an ex too quick OR did she ask for you to share your location wayy too soon? Let's discuss! Time Stamps: 4:07 - "a Very Quick Week In Review" 4:30 - "Var's Question of the Week: Is 100k A lot of Money? " 21:20 - "Main Topic: (Red) Flags on the Play" 21:35 - "Main Questions: What are some Red Flags That...

11-05
01:17:08

When a (Black) Man Says He’s Tired, Pay Attention

This episode, we discuss if it's possible for Black Men to really and adequately take the break they need -- With the societal pressures to provide and protect - is there a space for Black Men to re-charge, if tired? We also discuss utilizing the “Power Of No” & our ability to scale back on things that may create more work for us - and avoid the “I Have To” mantra. Time Stamps: 4:50 "Week In Review" 19:30 "Main Topic: When a (Black) Man Says He’s Tired, Pay Attention" 31:38 "Quest...

10-29
01:30:36

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