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Playblack is a podcast that explores the intersection between nerdom, culture, art and blackness. We’re a community and space curated by two artists that center joy and connection while also leaving space for the messy, the authentic and the profound.

Email us at playblackpodcast@gmail.com for promotion and questions. Follow us on Instagram and Tik Tok @playblackpodcast and DM us suggestions on what you want to hear!
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Miguel & J talk through the noblest of professions - TEACHING! Taking inspiration from Abbot Elementary finally coming back on the air, they take on all of the best educators in fiction and give THEM a grade. Please subscribe to our youtube channel⁠ to see our faces and let us know what kind of merch you would like to see in the comments. Hit up Playblack on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Tik-Tok⁠ @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date, share suggestions or collab! 
The Catch Up

The Catch Up

2024-02-0142:30

Playblack is back! Miguel and J catch y'all up on all of the nerdy things they have been up to and all of the wonderful changes to Playblack coming your way! 37:44 - Announcement of all of the new stuff we are doing! Please subscribe to our youtube channel to see our faces and let us know what kind of merch you would like to see in the comments. Hit up Playblack on Instagram and Tik-Tok @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date, share suggestions or collab! 
As special thanks for reaching 1,000 downloads, Miguel and J hosted a live recording of the podcast during an Instagram: A Double Live! This episode features A Breaking News Nerd Segment, What to expect for season 3 when it returns in the spring, as well as the winner of the 2022 P.B.A'S! (Playblack Awards).  Hit us up on Instagram and TikTok at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date with us, leave feedback, or suggest future episodes! 
Wakanda Forever

Wakanda Forever

2022-11-2901:31:36

Miguel and J are joined by former panelists Tiniqua Patrick and Adaeze Ogunedo to discuss the blockbuster film Wakanda Forever!  To support J's non-profit Dunamis Inc. like Tiniqua mentioned, feel free to give here!  Hit up Playblack on Instagram and Tik-Tok @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date, share suggestions or collab! 
Miguel, J, and Kira continue their spooky season conversation discussing the original Charmed, and which fictional serial killer would make the best lover. Kira narrates two more ghost stories right before everyone shares what you should be watching!  Hit up Playblack on Instagram and Tik-Tok @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date, share suggestions or collab! Check out Kira's website at www.kirasaraihelper.com and follow her on Instragram and Tik-Tok @kikisaraia  Happy Halloween!! 
Miguel and J talk spooky season with Actress, Singer, Model, Board-Certified Music Therapist and Queen of Spoopy-Season, Kira Helper. Part two of "Oh The Horror" will air on Halloween Day. Hit up Playblack on instagram and Tik-Tok @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date and share suggestions. Email Us to Collab!  Check out Kira's website at https://www.kirasaraihelper.com/ and follow her on instagram @kikisaraia Stay safe and Happy Halloween! 
The boys are back for some childhood nostalgia! They talk through their thoughts on the classic hit cartoon, Justice League Unlimited. Hit up Playblack on instagram and Tiktok @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date and share suggestions. Email us to collab.
The Trolls Are Big Mad

The Trolls Are Big Mad

2022-09-1501:02:26

The boys are back for the last half of season 2! They take in all of the summer news that and recap the crazy D23 line up then take in all of the new BIPOC representation in the fantasy tv ala House of the Dragon, Rings of Power and the Sandman. Hit up Playblack on instagram and Tiktok @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date and share suggestions. Email us to collab.
The boys give a quick take right after seeing Stranger Things Season 4 Part 2 and Miguel musically breaks down the amazing satirical song Chrissy Wake Up by the Gregory Bothers AKA Schmoyoho. Hit up Playblack on Instagram and Tik Tok at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date and share suggestions. Email us to collab
Play it or Skip it - Ep. 7

Play it or Skip it - Ep. 7

2022-06-2901:13:04

This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. The boys watch tv so you don't have to. Come see if you agree with what you should play, or skip! Hit up Playblack on Instagram and Tik Tok at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date and share suggestions. Email us to collab
The boys talk everything Stranger Things season 4 part 1 (spoiler free and spoiler sections) Hit up Playblack on Instagram and Tik Tok at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date and share suggestions. Email us to collab
The boys take in the MASSIVE Dr. Who Casting news, dig deeper into Dr. Strange and give some recommendations on "you should be watching". Hit up Playblack on Instagram and Tik Tok at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date and share suggestions. Email us to collab
The boys give a quick take right after seeing Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness in a random hotel lobby! Hit up Playblack on Instagram and Tik Tok at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date and share suggestions. Email us to collab
Miguel and J preview Doctor strange and the Multiverse of Madness, give some recommendations on what you should (and should not) be watching right now and plan out what Playblack studios would be producing if money was not a factor! Hit us up on instagram and TikTok at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date with us. Wee have some interesting things coming down the pipeline!
The boys take on the multiverse as they review the hit-film Everything, Everywhere, All At Once. Miguel and J also discuss their multiversal selves, and choose between universes in a fictional universe face off.  To avoid the spoiler-filled review after 51:38 skip ahead to 80:22 Hit up Playblack on Instagram and Tik Tok at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date and share suggestions. 
During the Playblack Miguel and J review The Batman and Jujutsu Kaisen 0! In the first breakdown of season 2 we talk through how the last 2 years have changed us and how we handle stress. Spoiler warning for a bunch of nerd properties you may or may not have seen in the last 15 years :b Hit us up on instagram at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date with us. Wee have some interesting things coming down the pipeline!
Miguel and J are back with Season 2 of Playblack! They dive into the latest nerd news, the state of the DCEU, Crunchyroll + Funimation merger, the Ryan Coogler situation and much more. We also give our thoughts on Demon Slayer season 2 - Hit us up on instagram at @playblackpodcast or via email at playblackpodcast@gmail.com to keep up to date with us. Wee have some interesting things coming down the pipeline!
Our 2021 Faves

Our 2021 Faves

2022-01-2612:49

In the season 1 finale of Playblack, Miguel and J look back at their favorite Anime, Films, Shows and Books from 2021. 
Miguel and J are closing out the year and getting some much needed rest for the holidays. Enjoy our seasons greetings, and stay tuned for our special New Year's Episode. Happy Holidays! Email us at playblackpodcast@gmail.com for promotion and questions. Follow us on Instagram @playblackpodcast and DM us suggestions on what you want to hear!
Miguel and J are joined once again by the illustrious panel of BIPOC artists, Daisy Ogunedo, Tiniqua Patrick, Paul Miranda and Kelly Hall. This week they probe millennial nostalgia again, but discuss formative obstacles to their nerdom: religion and culture. Email us at playblackpodcast@gmail.com for promotion and questions. Follow us on Instagram @playblackpodcast and DM us suggestions on what you want to hear! 
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