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Shut Up! Podcast

This is a safe space for my thoughts—Black, unfiltered, unapologetic. A Black Canadian voice from Ottawa (Red Black) shaped by the Red, the Black, and the Green and the Red Blue (Rouge et Bleu). I don’t know exactly where this podcast is headed, but that’s the point. Like me, this podcast is a work in progress. It grows, shifts, and evolves as I do. Maybe it becomes a community, maybe it stays just me and this one mic. Either way, I’m here, and I’ve got something to say—so Shut Up!

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00:57:38

226: Why Didn’t I Take The Blue Pill?

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2024/12/05

After sharing some memorable quotes and a dose of randomness, I reflect on a thought-provoking moment inspired by Assata: An Autobiography. It led me to draw a connection to the iconic scene in The Matrix where Cypher wonders, "Why, oh, why didn't I take the blue pill?" Quotes “I arrived the same day Fred Hampton died” What you lose as a result of expressing your most authentic self "We are our choices." - Jean-Paul Sartre Randomness I think I’m gonna go on a cruise for my

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00:58:47

225: Ma Colère Envers Les Hommes

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2024/12/02

After sharing some quotes and randomness, I open up about my frustration with masculinity and reflect on a story about a man who could only turn to his female friends—not his male friends—for support with his physically abusive wife and share how I connected with his experience. Quotes Your #boundaries are not making you #lose #friends or people who #love and #respect you. “It takes more courage to reveal insecurities than to hide them, more strength to relate to people than to

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00:58:28

224: Biting My Tongue

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2024/11/28

In this episode, I reflect on a revealing dream I had, give my take on Drake's ongoing lawsuit, share a quick impression of Assata Shakur’s autobiography, and discuss my art of biting my tongue—figuratively, of course. Quotes “Your mental health is more important than your career....” In My Let Them Era “Few men think, yet all have opinions” ~George Berkeley “If I said it I meant it/Bite My Tongue for no one” ~Biggie Randomness I had a dream last night that had me thinking

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00:58:28

224: Biting My Tongue

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2024/11/28

In this episode, I reflect on a revealing dream I had, give my take on Drake's ongoing lawsuit, share a quick impression of Assata Shakur’s autobiography, and discuss my art of biting my tongue—figuratively, of course. Quotes “Your mental health is more important than your career....” In My Let Them Era “Few men think, yet all have opinions” ~George Berkeley “If I said it I meant it/Bite My Tongue for no one” ~Biggie Randomness I had a dream last night that had me thinking

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01:14:03

223: Malcolm and Kendrick

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2024/11/25

In this episode, I talk about Kendrick Lamar's latest album, GNX and share my thoughts after rereading The Autobiography of Malcolm X. Quotes A quote about unlearning Malcolm, Garvey, Huey, Bunchy, Bobby, Pac 'n Tookie/Sitting by the door, so you can say I'm acting spooky “A man who stands for nothing will fall for anything.” ~Malcolm X “Don't let no white comedian talk about no Black woman, that's law” ~Kendrick Lamar Randomness The Lioness TV series sucks Kendrick's new

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01:03:55

222: How Are You Taking Care of Yourself?

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2024/11/21

In this episode, I talk about a video that brought back memories of my virginity, something insightful TikToker Dasia Sade said, and recent headlines about Morning Joe and TikToker Ladyinthebathroom. I end the episode by sharing how I’ve been taking care of myself since the election. Quotes "You can't pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first." - Norm Kelly “Pour aller de l'avant, il faut prendre du recul Car prendre du recul, c'est prendre de l'élan.” MC

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00:49:55

221: So Sensitive

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2024/11/18

In this episode, I dig into Ice Cube’s latest song, So Sensitive, and how it struck a nerve—making me reflect on growth, identity, and what it means to align with or stray from the ideals of someone you once admired. This one’s part critique, part confession, and me figuring it all out as I go, straight-up raw. Quotes "You deserve to take up space in this world as much as anyone else." “Forgive yourself for loving the wrong people” ~Kriti G. Sometimes personal growth means

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01:01:56

220: We Don’t Have To Be Friends

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2024/11/14

In this episode, I share why I wasn’t fully in the right mindset to enjoy Sammy Obeid’s comedy show and explore the odd satisfaction I’ve felt watching MAGA supporters lose friends and family over their morality. Quotes "Love and disrespect should never occupy the same space. “Toxic people don’t like it when others see through them, so they’ll do all they can to make everyone else look like a monster.” - Nitya Prakash Know your worth, even if it gets lonely "Toxic people

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01:01:56

220: We Don’t Have To Be Friends

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2024/11/14

In this episode, I share why I wasn’t fully in the right mindset to enjoy Sammy Obeid’s comedy show and explore the odd satisfaction I’ve felt watching MAGA supporters lose friends and family over their morality. Quotes "Love and disrespect should never occupy the same space. “Toxic people don’t like it when others see through them, so they’ll do all they can to make everyone else look like a monster.” - Nitya Prakash Know your worth, even if it gets lonely "Toxic people

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00:45:28

219: An Intelligent Enemy vs Stupid Friends

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2024/11/11

Topic In this episode, I share my disappointment with those who didn’t vote and allowed themselves to be outsmarted by a racist, touching on the frustration shared by many Black folks over the turnout for Kamala. Quotes "If you can convince the lowest white man he's better than the best colored man, he won't notice you're picking his pocket. Hell, give him somebody to look down on, and he'll empty his pockets for you." ~Lyndon B. Johnson “I'd rather have an intelligent enemy

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00:50:37

218: The Day After

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2024/11/06

In this episode, like always, I dive into my feelings—this time about the letdown of the US election results and the white people who didn’t show up to vote. This episode is rated R.A.W. (ie no make up). Let people have their hopelessness today I share his sentiment On this day, November 5, in 1968, Shirley Chisholm became first black woman elected to the United States Congress

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01:18:36

217: We Brought Our Drums

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2024/11/04

Topics After sharing quotes, news and random thoughts, I discuss the lyrics of a song that, in my public life, I would not admit I liked. Intro "Dear Artists, It takes more energy to avoid your destiny than to fulfill it." “Girls are socialised in ways that are harmful to their sense of self - to reduce themselves, to cater to the egos of men, to think of their bodies as repositories of shame.” ~Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie “Calling a show a 'guilty pleasure' is like saying 'I'm

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01:15:41

216: So I've Made Up My Mind

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2024/11/01

Topics After sharing some quotes, I pick up from the last episode and continue to talk about US election fatigue (politics) and why I stopped going to church (religion). Intro The brain is an organ We cannot shames ourselves into change “...but when we come out here, we have a fight that’s common to all of us against a [sic] enemy who is common to all of us.” Malcolm X News and Random Thoughts US Election fatigue part 2 Someone said something racist at a Trump rally We are

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01:15:41

216: So I've Made Up My Mind

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2024/11/01

Topics After sharing some quotes, I pick up from the last episode and continue to talk about US election fatigue (politics) and why I stopped going to church (religion). Intro The brain is an organ We cannot shames ourselves into change “...but when we come out here, we have a fight that’s common to all of us against a [sic] enemy who is common to all of us.” Malcolm X News and Random Thoughts US Election fatigue part 2 Someone said something racist at a Trump rally We are

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01:13:16

215: What’s A God To A Non-Believer

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2024/10/28

Topics After sharing quotes, news and random thoughts, I answer the question, “Why I stop going to church”. Intro The most common form of despair "Know the difference between a person that's not worth it and a person that's not perfect." “I've felt religious euphoria many times before...” ~Jason Steiner (From the Ex-tian archives) News and Random Thoughts US Election fatigue Something Michelle Obama said Bad and Bitchy Podcast: Canada's Modern Slavery Elle Orlando doesn’t

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00:50:06

214: Corridors With Olympic Torches

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2024/10/24

Topics After sharing quotes, news and random thoughts, I discuss Benny The Butcher x 38 Spech's latest album and my failed childhood dream of being a drug dealer. Intro The key to peace: Be a stranger to toxic people “Do not take life too seriously. You will never get out of it alive.” ― Elbert Hubbard “It’s only entertainment” ~Jay -Z News and Random Thoughts Benjamin Lay, quaker icon About the content creator The gift of discernment Final Thought What’s up with the

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01:07:19

213: Thinking Of A Master Plan

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2024/10/21

Topics After sharing quotes, news and random thoughts, I force myself to acknowledge the fact that something worked out. Intro Some people come into your life “Emotional abuse is designed to undermine another's sense of self. It is deliberate humiliation, with the intent to seize control of how others feel about themselves.” ― Lorraine Nilon “Life moves so fast. You gotta document the good times, man.” ~Big Boi News and Random Thoughts I hate shopping for clothes. HOES

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01:03:27

212: An Hour, Plus A Pen & A Pad

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2024/10/18

Topics After sharing quotes, news, and random thoughts, I take a deep dive into my journey of discovering the concept of self-validation and how I learned to apply it to myself. Intro Sensitivity and creativity If you are ever tempted to look for outside approval... Standing up for yourself doesn’t make you argumentative News and Random Thoughts Just shut up! by Elle Deran What if I told you... Kamala Harris's 2021 Columbus Day Empathy fatigue After Signing A $125-Million

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01:05:43

211: Peeped You Frontin’

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2024/10/15

Topics Intro You stop explaining yourself Shame dies If they consistently leave you confused more than comforted, it's best to reassess their access to you. News and Random Thoughts Happy Indigenous People’s Day Watching podcasts on Youtube Simu Liu criticizes Canadian boba tea company over concerns of cultural appropriation. Doing something more constructive with their time than bids Highly Sensitive Person The hurricane machine Final Thought What’s up with the

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01:16:59

210: Sixty Christians Against Me

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2024/10/10

Topics After sharing quotes, news and random thoughts, I dive into a personal revelation: how my personality was influenced by people I was never meant to emulate. Intro Self-care mantras for your end of week Satire is meant to ridicule power Nikki Banas - Stand Out News and Random Thoughts Price gouging airlines Adult signifier flaming.adhd - Congratulations, you have ADHD Shelaborating Not everyone is entitled to have you in their life Final Thought It’s sink or

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