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Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood]

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood]

Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] is a comedic podcast that reviews films with leading actors of color and analyzes them in the context of race and Hollywood's diversity issues. Hosted by Jonathan Braylock, Jerah Milligan, and James III. BMCJ is an iTunes Editor's Choice podcast and has reached #2 on the iTunes Film/TV charts. BMCJ has also been covered by multiple websites including Huffington Post, Splitsider, Salon, The Daily Dot, and more.

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96:58

2021 Academy Awards Predictions

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2021/04/19

James, Jerah, and Jonathan make their picks for what movies, actors, and filmmakers will take home Oscars. Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]: https://twitter.com/blackmenpodcast https://www.instagram.com/blackmenpodcast BUY BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD] MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/black-men-can-t-jump-in-hollywood SUPPORT BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN

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104:24

Minari ft. Ann Marie Yoo

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2021/04/12

This week, special guest Ann Marie Yoo (Gotham, Full Frontal w/Samantha Bee) joins Jon, James, and Jerah to review the Oscar-nominated film “Minari.” The film follows a Korean-American family as they move to rural Arkansas and work to make their dreams come true. The film stars Steven Yeun, Youn Yuh-jung, Alan S. Kim, and Han Ye-ri. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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72:10

Money Talks

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2021/04/05

This week, James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the 1997 film “Money Talks,” starring Chris Tucker and Charlie Sheen. The film follows a small-time hustler and a news reporter as they flee from police and criminals. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]: https://twitter.com/blackmenpodcast

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126:44

The Forty-Year-Old Version and McKinsey Report on...

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2021/03/29

First, James, Jerah, and Jon talk to Sheldon Lyn, who was part of McKinsey & Company’s report on Black representation in film and television. Then, special guest Shamarah Hernandez joins to review “The Forty-Year-Old Version,” which follows a New York City playwright as she turns 40 and reinvents herself as a rapper. The film is directed by, written by, and stars Radha Blank. Black Representation Report:

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88:09

Raya and the Last Dragon ft. Kat Lerner

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2021/03/22

This week special guest Kat Lerner joins James, Jerah, and Jonathan to review the Disney film “Raya and the Last Dragon.” The film follows Raya as she has to find the last dragon to unite her community and defeat the enemy for good, all by trusting. It is voiced by Kelly Marie Tran and Awkwafina and is directed by Don Hall and Carlos López Estrada. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on

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116:59

Coming 2 America

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2021/03/15

This week James, Jerah, and Jonathan review “Coming 2 America.” The film is a sequel to the 1988 film “Coming to America,” and follows Prince Akeem of Zamunda, who discovers he has a long-lost son and goes back to the United States to unite with this new heir. The film is directed by Craig Brewer, and stars Arsenio Hall, Jermaine Fowler, and Wesley Snipes alongside Eddie Murphy. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't

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98:45

Sylvie’s Love

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2021/03/01

This week special guest Yejide Collman joins Jonathan and James to review “Sylvie’s Love.” The film follows a woman who meets an aspiring saxophonist in her father’s record store in 1950’s Harlem, and the relationships that ensue. Directed by Eugene Ashe, the film stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugha. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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102:06

Malcolm & Marie

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2021/02/22

This week James, Jerah, and Jonathan review “Malcolm & Marie.” The film follows a film director and his girlfriend through the night of his film’s premiere as they have a series of arguments. Directed by Sam Levinson, “Malcolm & Marie” stars Zendaya and John David Washington. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN

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75:08

Judas and the Black Messiah ft. Mamoudou N'Diaye

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2021/02/15

This week James, Jerah, and Jonathan are joined by Mamoudou N'Diaye to discuss, “Judas and the Black Messiah.” The film is about real life events surrounding the death of black activist, Fred Hampton. When William O’Neil is offered a plea deal, he infiltrates the Black Panther party to gather intelligence. The film stars Daniel Kaluuya, Lakeith Stanfield, Jesse Plemons, and Dominique Fishmack Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black

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78:15

The Little Things

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2021/02/08

James, Jerah and Jonathan review John Lee Hancock’s crime thriller, “The Little Things.” The feature follows Deputy Sheriff Joe “Deke” Deacon and Sergeant Jim Baxter desperately hunting for a serial killer that’s been terrorizing Los Angeles. Disturbing secrets from Deacon’s past are revealed, including a deep obsession of finding the killer; which later rubs off on Baxter. Their desperation of finding the culprit leads them down a dangerous, reckless road, which benefits their egos more than the

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70:44

Outside the Wire

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2021/02/01

This week James, Jerah, and Jonathan review, “Outside the Wire.” The Netflix film is about an android office and a drone pilot who work together to stop an international nuclear attack. It stars Anthony Mackie and Damson Idris. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]:

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92:47

One Night In Miami

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2021/01/25

James, Jerah, and Jonathan discuss Regina King’s feature film directorial debut, “One Night In Miami.” The film follows a fictionalized meeting of Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, Jim Brown, and Sam Cooke after Ali’s title win in 1964. The film stars Kingsley Ben-Adir, Eli Goree, Aldis Hodge and Leslie Odom Jr. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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79:24

Soul

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2021/01/18

This week Jerah, James, and Jonathan are watching Pixar’s first film starring a black protagonist. 2020’s “Soul,” is about a high school music teacher who falls down a manhole after receiving news that he landed his dream job. His soul heads to the “Great Beyond,” and helps an unborn soul prepare for life on earth. It stars Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey, Phylicia Rashad, Questlove, and Angela Bassett Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men

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93:58

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom

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2021/01/11

James, Jerah, and Jonathan are reviewing George C. Wolfe’s 2020 film, “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,” based on August Wilson’s play. The movie follows, “The Mother of Blues.” While in a tense recording studio, she faces opposition from her ambition trumpet player and management company. It stars Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman, Glynn Turman, Colman Domingo, and Michael Potts. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In

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95:19

Tenet

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2021/01/04

Happy New Year!! This week James, Jerah, and Jonathan discuss the highly anticipated Christopher Nolan film, “Tenet.” The action thriller film stars John David Washington as a time traveling CIA agent who is tasked with preventing World War III. It also stars Robert Pattinson, Elizabeth Debicki, Dimple Kapadia, Michael Caine, and Kenneth Branagh. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on

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64:34

Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner ft. David Jonsson

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2020/12/21

James and Jerah are joined by David Jonsson to discuss the 1967 film, “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner.” Sidney Poitier, Spencer Tracy, and Katharine Hepburn star in this classic movie about a white woman who introduces her parents to her black fiance. Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]: https://twitter.com/blackmenpodcast https://www.instagram.com/blackmenpodcast BUY BLACK MEN

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96:20

Carbon Copy

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2020/12/14

James, Jerah and Jonathan review Denzel Washington’s feature film debut, “Carbon Copy.” The 1981 film is about a rich white man who loses everything after he finds out he has a black son. The movie also stars George Segal, Susan Saint James, and Jack Warden. Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]: https://twitter.com/blackmenpodcast https://www.instagram.com/blackmenpodcast BUY

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90:58

Over the Moon ft. Kimberly Truong

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2020/12/07

This week James, Jerah, and Jonathan are joined by Kimberly Truong to discuss the 2020 Netflix film, “Over the Moon.” The American-Chinese animated musical follows Fei Fei, a girl who builds a rocket in order to meet a goddess on the moon. It stars: Cathy Ang, Phillipa Soo, Ken Jeong, John Cho, Ruthie Ann Miles, Margaret Cho, and Sandra Oh. Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]:

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92:24

Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

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2020/11/30

It’s the Holiday Season! James, Jerah, and Jonathan are joined by Tessa Hersh to discuss David E. Talbert’s 2020 instant classic, “Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey.” The musical follows a toymaker who rediscovers that everything is possible, if you believe. It stars Forest Whitaker, Keegan-Michael Key, Hugh Bonneville, Anika Noni Rose, Madalen Mills, Phylicia Rashad, Lisa Davina Phillip, and Rick Martin. Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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92:08

Finding Forrester

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2020/11/23

This week James, Jerah, and Jonathan review “Finding Forrester.” The drama released in 2000 is the story of a black, gifted teenager who is invited to attend a prestigious high school and befriends a recluse who mentors him as a writer. It stars Rob Brown and Sean Connery. Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]: https://twitter.com/blackmenpodcast

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