This week, Cher and James discuss black narratives driven by white artists, including Calvin Harris and the latest show development from David Benioff and D. B. Weiss of Game of Thrones. In Open Call, Cher talks about her love of a new summertime trend, and James talks about the latest from Tyler, the Creator.

Things we mentioned during today's episode:

Calvin Harris' new album, Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1

Confederate, a re-imagined modern world, if the Confederacy was still alive and well. Whoops.

Today's sponsor, Cards Against Humanity. Buy their cards

#Roséwave is here to stay, and Cher is here for it.

Tyler, the Creator's new album

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C + J