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Black Girl Nerds

Black Girl Nerds

Black Girl Nerds is the intersection of geek culture and Black feminism. If you love comic books, movies, tech, gaming then the BGN Podcast is right up your alley! Black Girl Nerds features interviews from the best of the best in entertainment, so if you"re a fan of pop culture and love nerdy things check out what BGN has in store for you!

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204: Comedian Calise Hawkins and a Deep Dive into...

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/09/14

In this 2-part episode, BGN interviews comedian Calise Hawkins who released her first full length comedy album Calise is 40 AF. Calise has appeared on Oxygen, Disney, Adult Swim, Comedy Central, and MTV. Hosted by Jeandra. In our second segment, Ryanne takes a deep dive into the character of Shuri from the Marvel comics and cinematic universe. Hosted by Ryanne. Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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203: Filmmaker Trey Haley and Actor Bethany Antonia

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/09/07

BGN presents a 2-part episode featuring indie filmmaker Trey Haley and actor Bethany Antonia. Trey Haley is a director with 25+ film and television titles across multiple genres and is currently in season 2 of his hit crime drama 'The Family Business' premiered July 2 on BET+. Bethany Antonia is a scene-stealer as Margot Rivers in Netflix’s new thriller series 'Get Even' adapted from the popular book series “Don’t Get Mad” by Gretchen McNeil. Host: Ryanne Edited by: Jamie

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202: Tawny Newsome and Mya Harrison

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/08/31

This 2-part episode features actors Tawny Newsome and Mya Harrison. Tawny appears in the new CBS All Access series 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' which made its premiere this summer. Mya Harrison notably known for her stunning singer career, is also an actor, and chats about her return in season 2 of the Urban Movie Channel series '5th Ward'. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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67:02

201: Emmy Nominees: Writer Tanya Barfield and...

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/08/24

BGN welcomes a 2-part episode featuring Emmy nominees. Tanya Barfield wrote Episode 3 of the Hulu series Mrs. America. Barfield is an acclaimed playwright and WGA Award winner also known for her writing on The Americans. She has also written on Ray Donovan. Amanda Jones received her first Emmy nomination this year for her score on Apple TV’s documentary series Home. This nomination gives her the unique distinction of being the first African American woman nominated in the score category. Host:

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23:52

200: Rapper Dai Burger

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/08/17

BGN welcomes rapper Dai Burger to the podcast. Queens, NY rapper Dai Burger's ferocious style and unfettered lyrical confidence make clear that she is not to be messed with. Dai got her start as a back-up dancer for Lil Mama before launching her career with 2010's independently-released MyMixxxytape. Three mixtapes, an EP, and an LP later, Dai's sharpened her fiery flows into a pop-trap style that never loses its edge. Interviewer: Jeandra Editor: Jamie Broadnax

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199: 'Animal Crackers' Directors Scott Sava and Tony...

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/08/10

The directors behind the animated film 'Animal Crackers' sit down with BGN to talk about the film and how they put the star-studded cast together. Scott Sava (based on his graphic novel of the same name) and Tony Bancroft ('Mulan') discuss the origin story of how this film was brought to Netflix. 'Animal Crackers' is about a family who must use a magical box of Animal Crackers to save a run-down circus from being taken over by their evil uncle Horatio P. Huntington. Host: Ryanne Music by:

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64:04

198: Black Motherhood

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/08/03

Angelica and Jordan share their personal experiences being single moms and raising their kids. As well as what it is like to raise their children in a racially charged climate. For all of the moms to be out there or mothers out there that want to hear stories similar to yours this is a show you do not want to miss. Host: Angelica Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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197: Floral Designer Maurice Harris

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/07/27

Maurice Harris is a Los Angeles-based artist who is best known as the visionary behind Bloom & Plume, a floral design studio located in Echo Park. Hosted by acclaimed artist, Maurice Harris, 'Centerpiece' explores the nature of creativity with celebrity guests as they go deep into what drives their passion, creativity, and spirit to create mind-blowing floral art installations. Guests include: Rashida Jones, Maya Rudolph, Tessa Thompson, and more. 'Centerpiece' is now available on

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58:03

196: Actor Kylie Bunbury and Entrepreneur Jessica...

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/07/20

This week the BGN Podcast releases a 2-part episode featuring actress Kylie Bunbury (Pitch, Brave New World) and entrepreneur Jessica Sinclair. In our first segment, Jessica Sinclair who also refers to herself as a nursepreneur talks about her first book "Network Like You Mean It: A Nurse's Journey to Entrepreneurship & Purpose" and her journey of highlighting the power of networking. In our second segment, you know actress Kylie Bunbury best from the Fox TV series 'Pitch'. She's

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61:25

195: 'Stargirl's' Anjelika Washington and 'Warrior...

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/07/13

We present to you in this amazing 2-part episode of the BGN Podcast 2 Black female superheroines who are heroines to us both on and off the screen! The first segment features Anjelika Washington who discusses her new role on CW's "Stargirl" as Beth Chapel. The second segment features actor Toya Turner who plays Shotgun Mary in the Netflix series "Warrior Nun" one of the most talked-about characters in the series! Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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194: Miriam A. Hyman on 'The Chi', Hip Hop, and More!

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/07/06

Miriam A. Hyman can be seen starring on season three of Showtime’s critically acclaimed series The Chi. She joins the cast this year and shines as Dre, a high school guidance counselor who affects the lives of her students in a major way. Miriam is also a songwriter and hip-hop lyricist and records under the moniker Robyn Hood. Her latest EP Truth Teller (February 2020) is her fourth independent project to date. You listen to her music here:

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55:24

193: Sil Lai Abrams Speaks 'On The Record'

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/06/29

Sil Lai Abrams, a domestic violence awareness activist, and writer is featured in the stunning documentary On The Record. The film presents the powerful and haunting story featuring survivors accusing media mogul Russell Simmons of sexual assault. Sil Lai has an in-depth discussion about media representation and race, the Simmons case, her work with Truth In Reality, and her current pursuits in academia. **Trigger Warning for victims of Sexual Assault** Host: Angelica and Jamie Edited

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68:51

192: Orlando Jones Returns!

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/06/22

In this captivating episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, actor Orlando Jones returns to discuss his opinions on the state of our culture with the current protest uprisings and response to police brutality in this country against African Americans. He also will address the recent local controversy over UNCW professor Mike Adams and share insight about his latest character in the new Showtime series 'Good Lord Bird' airing in August. Host: Ryanne and Jamie Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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22:25

191: Getting Into America with Trymaine Lee

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/06/15

In this episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we speak with MSNBC's Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award-winning journalist, Trymaine Lee, to speak on behalf of his highly acclaimed and powerful new podcast, "Into America". Trymaine has truly amplified the voices of African-Americans throughout the COVID-19 pandemic with his unique style of storytelling and the topics featured on the show – from covering Cancer Alley to a close-up look at the effects of the coronavirus behind bars to his one-on-one

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17:58

190: Building Our Legacy with Shaunte Mears-Watkins &...

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/06/08

In this episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, Pine-Sol executives Shaunte Mears-Watkins and Cassandra Lewis discuss their latest efforts to help Black women entrepreneurs build and fund their businesses with a $200,000 grant being offered through the Build Your Legacy campaign. You can vote for who can win the grant and learn more here. In a time where women are seeking ways to become more independent in business and work for themselves, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Host:

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70:14

BGN #189 I Our Nation is Burning

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/06/01

In this episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we reflect in the recent events of this past week that have stirred up around the tragic death of George Floyd. The nation is burning now, both literally and metaphorically and everyone is trying to push through the pain of state-sanctioned police violence that continues to take away our Black brothers and sisters. Hosted by: Jamie and Ryanne Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus

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29:31

BGN #188 I Recording Artist TeaMarrr

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/05/25

BGN sits down with recording artist TeaMarrr featured on season 4 of HBO's Insecure soundtrack. Shaking up pop, hip-hop, R&B, and more with a sharp sense of humor — and even sharper mic skills — TeaMarrr emerged in 2016 and quickly earned more than 4 million worldwide streams and high profile media attention spanning Flaunt and NPR to Ones To Watch and Consequence of Sound, to name but a few. The Boston-born and Los Angeles-based Haitian-American songstress truly broke through in 2018 with

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22:36

BGN #187 I Actor Stephan James

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/05/18

Actor Stephan James reprises his role as Walter Cruz in season 2 of the critically acclaimed podcast-turned-TV series 'Homecoming'. In this season, James co-stars with Janelle Monáe. Walter who is trying to build a new life following the traumas of war and the Homecoming Initiative, begins to realize that there’s an even more insidious version of the program underway – if only he can remember. Hosts: Ryanne and Jamie Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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32:43

BGN #186 I Comic Book Superheroine: Monet St. Croix

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/05/11

This week's episode of the BGNPodcast, Ryanne brings to you another comic book superheroine highlighting Monet St. Croix. If you're new to this character or want to take a trip down memory lane to hear about your fave then tune into this geeky comic book episode! Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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66:09

BGN #185 I Let's Recap HBO's 'Insecure'!

Black Girl Nerds ·

2020/05/04

In this week's episode of the BGNPodcast, we recap episodes 1-3 of the hit HBO series 'Insecure' starring Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, Jay Ellis, Natasha Rothwell and more! We're excited to breakdown (in our own style of course) each episode, and how season 4 is pacing out so far. Music by Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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