Black Hipster

Hipsters Forever

Episode 141: It's totally ok if you cry, throw things or lose your will to eat for the next few days cause the last episode of Black Hipster is here. This has been a ride filled with fun, excitement, frustration, anger and many other emotions. We have thoroughly enjoyed opening ourselves up nearly every week but we are also excited to move on. This episode we reminisce about our fave moments of 2021 and most importantly of Black Hipster. Your Forever Hipsters, Shalwah and Stanley.

What Are You Watching?

Episode 140: Let's talk TV ya'll. We discuss some shows on our radar such a the female lead newbie Harlem and the return of one of our old faves Sex and the City. Both are entertaining in their ways and bring up social issues around race, gender and sex. Jussie Smollett's verdict is another reminder that justice does not mean the same for our brothers and sisters as it does for others. 
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Once He Calls You a Side Chick...

Episode 139: We all have those friends that we get along just fine with but sometimes spending an extended amount of time with them can feel a little like a chore. The verdict for Kyle Rittenhouse was announced and are we surprised that "justice" continues to only work for some and not for all? DaBaby's recent remarks and antics were bad enough but his latest situation with the mother of his child took things to a new low. 
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Does America Have a Drunk Driving Problem?

Episode 138: The recent NY election had us voting for horrible vs catastrophic. Of course we picked the candidate who we felt would do us the LEAST harm. When are we going to get a candidate who is really for the people and isn't a crazy cat lady? Football star Henry Ruggs was involved in a fatal car crash and our hearts go out to his family but especially the family of the young victim who lost her life.
 
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InSecure

Episode 137: Would we really be Black Hipsters if Insecure was not one of our favorite shows?! As we enter into our final episodes we decided to dish on the first episodes of the show's final season. Cheers to the wardrobe, applause to our girl Kelli and a big standing O to our two of our fav besties Issa and Molly!
 
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Who Will Be Next To Get 15 Minutes Of Shame?

Episode 136: These hipsters learn that Omaha is not a state...and that non-celebrities can also be canceled. Can you say, whut oh? We discuss the documentary 15 Minutes of Shame , which explores the sinister side of the internet (social media in particular) where reputations get destroyed and lives are put in danger if not completely ruined. But how do these hipsters really feel about COVID hoarders?
 
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”You Stay On Your Knees--Please!”

Episode 135: Kid Kenn makes history as the first openly gay rapper to take part in the 2021 BET Hip Hop Awards Rap Cypher. And the boy's got bars! But is hip hop ready for the Kidd Kens and Lil Nas Xs to knock down the doors of homophobia in the rap industry? These hipsters have a message for all the gay rappers out there: Please continue to be flamboyant, unapologetic and gay as hell!
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Traveling During A Global Pandemic

Episode 134: International travel requires a fair amount of planning before you leave, but traveling during a pandemic demands you have your ducks in a row, tails groomed, ready to fly in sync. These hipsters recently went away to the lovely island of Curacao and experienced first hand how COVID has affected travel procedures. They discuss the important takeaways. Spoiler alert: They're simple -- don't be annoying and act like you know how to read.
 
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Everything Is Political!

Episode 133: Merck mic drops on the country with a new COVID-19 drug, which would be the first pill to treat the virus. Lebron James is the latest celebrity in the hot seat for recent comments about people (not) getting vaccinated, so these hipsters offer a free PR lesson for public figures who express opinions about the vaccines that are not based on any scientific evidence. Spoiler: Just don't!
 
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You Out Here A Whole Predator

Episode 132: Is there something in the water or just plain ol' toxic masculinity, because the other Cuomo has joined his brother in sexual assault allegations. And would someone's views make you rethink your relationship with them? Of course it would! These hipsters dig deeply into how the United States needs to take more accountability for the negative dogma we've all learned over the years.
 
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Who Is The Best Rapper Of All Time?

Episode 131: It's our music episode hipsters! We rate Champagne Papi and Yeezy' latest albums. Who cares if your favorite rapper/singer has a ghostwriter, teamwork makes the dreamwork ya'll. Who are your favorite and worst rappers of all time? 
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America: Land of Privilege and Abundance

Episode 130: Your favorite hipsters are back from their break! You would think we would use this episode to regale you about our tales out in the world but nope: Covid takes center stage! This girl will not give up and the continued ignorance and stupidity of those in our country help prolong her stay. We need to be better America!
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Global Warming...The Black Hipster Way

Episode 129: New Cuomogate update! Queen Bey's newest Ivy Park release has us thinking about the erasure of black cowboys from U.S. history. Applause to Rihanna on becoming a billionaire! That's some Black Girl Magic for real. We have to be honest, we're more  scared than ever about climate change situation!
*Please note, after the recording of this episode, Cuomo announced his resignation. 
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#SmashWithScott

Episode 128: The Delta Variant is out here acting a mess and trying to ruin the rest of this year's plans. We cannot say it enough: GET VACCINATED AND MASK UP! DaBaby's comments have left us tired, frustrated and more than a little curious about their oddly specific nature. 
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Would You Serve Fried Chicken and Watermelon For St. Patrick's Day?

Episode 127: Everyone loves fried chicken and everyone loves watermelon. But let's not get cute, when it's on the menu for a Juneteenth celebration thrown by a large (and Swedish) company, these hipsters can understand how someone could take offense. Plus, is it commendable for a bride to send her bridesmaids a contract spelling out their duties and expectations with an "opt-out" clause or is it just a new bag of crazy in what has become of the wedding industry?
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Smoking Weed Does Not Make You Faster

Episode 126: These hipsters had some technical difficulties last week, but better late than never, right? We're back this week talking about Bill Cosby's release from prison, Sha'Carri Richardson's one-month doping suspension from the Olympics and why cops across the country are quitting in record numbers. Is Blue flight a real thing?
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White Allies And Accomplices

Episode 125: A group at Seattle's Pride festivities decided to charge white attendees a reparations fee to attend various functions and not their black and brown counterparts. Do we even need to say that it caused some controversy? What type of post Covid party life is this when Rihanna can't even get into a local club here in the city?! Beyonce has released the newest Ivy Park collection and we will say it is more wearable than past introductions. 
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There's Already Wine On the Table

Episode 124: Americans have an interesting relationship to alcohol. The rates at which we drink and how much are at an all time high and alcohol related deaths are up. Yet, advertisements for the "devil's water" are everywhere and you can purchase it at grocery stores, zoos or anywhere else you go! We chat about how alcohol is tied to evolution and how it has and continues to play an integral role in many of our lives today. Listen, it can be dangerous and definitely isn't good for you but these two hipsters can't (and most likely won't) quit it.
 
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The Female Sperm Is Just Stronger

Episode 123: Yes, it is too early for us to say the pandemic is nearing an end but it can't stop us from thinking about what we miss and new things we are looking forward to. Designer babies are definitely not a new thing and before the science there were countless old wive's tales about how to predict and 'sway" the gender of your baby. We can't help but see the inequalities when it comes to the value placed on boys vs girls and how those dynamics continue to play out long after childhood. 
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Gang Up Against White Supremacy!

Episode 122: We applaud the courage it took for Billy Porter to publicly reveal his HIV positive status. Here's to shattering ceilings and breaking down the stigma of living with the diagnosis. Whether you are here for Andre Yang or not, a recent cartoon of the mayoral candidate has caused quite a stir after claims of racism.
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