Season 2 of Magic, Movies, and Melanin kicks off with a throwback to the golden era of Disney Channel — the 1998 classic Brink! Join us as we talk about the rollerblading drama that had every 90s kid yelling “Soul Skaters for life!” or “Skate Better!”

From the battle of passion versus profit to the characters’ journeys of self-discovery, this episode breaks down what made Brink! more than just a movie about skating. We unpack the socio-economic layers hidden beneath the spandex and grinds, explore Disney’s depiction of authenticity, and reflect on how characters like Gabriella and Boomer stood out in a sea of predominantly white casts.

0:29 - Welcome to Season 2!

4:49 - The *Brink!* Backstory You Didn’t Know

15:51 - Highlight Segment: Best and Worst Moments

21:10 - Boomer’s Hairline: A Critical Analysis

27:05 - 90s Sports Culture and Disney DCOMs

39:45 - Representation Check: Who Got Left Out?

42:04 - Where Are They Now? (*Spoiler: Soul Skaters Still Rule*)

51:18 - Who Would We Cast in a 2025 *Brink!* Reboot?

1:02:25 - Keith Lee Style Ratings: Is *Brink!* Still a 10/10?