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The Culture Garden

Kieron Richardson, Isaiah Jackson, Rachel Proctor

This podcast was created with a focus to celebrate the works and contributions of Black filmmakers, actresses and actors. We’ll be breaking down a lot of the movies that shaped the culture, as well as highlighting the careers of your favorite film and television stars. We want to make sure people get their flowers while they can smell them, so we built the Culture Garden

tv & film film history

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01:01:27

Bonus Episode: Denzel vs Will Role Swap

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2026/10/02

Welcome to a bonus episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! Skool and Rich revisit a conversation originally recorded for Skool’s podcast, imagining what some of Denzel Washington and Will Smith’s most iconic roles might have looked like if they had swapped characters.It’s a fun “what if?” conversation, and now we want to hear from you! Which role swap would you have wanted to see?Be sure to subscribe, comment, like, and share. Y’all be cool how y’all be cool!#CultureGarden #DenzelWashington

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01:22:00

Remember the Titans (2000)

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2026/09/24

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! After a summer break, the crew is back for a milestone Episode 150—and with it comes some exciting updates as The Culture Garden begins its transition from a podcast into a media group.To celebrate the return, the crew revisits the 2000 classic Remember the Titans just in time for football season. They dive into the film’s memorable characters, themes, performances, cultural impact, and why this story continues to resonate more than 25 years later.We

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01:20:55

Go Black to Africa ft. Kindra Parker & Rashid Mausi

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2026/09/16

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast!Kieron and Rachel are joined by Kindra Parker and Rashid Mausi to discuss their upcoming docuseries, Go Black to Africa.The conversation explores Kindra’s journey from Detroit to becoming a citizen of Ghana, what inspired her to reconnect with the Continent, and how the series aims to give audiences a deeper look at the food, culture, music, people, and everyday experiences of life across Ghana, Botswana, and South Africa.Rashid also joins the conversation

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01:31:07

Marshall (2017)

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2026/05/28

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, Rich and Rachel dive into the 2017 film, Marshall. They discuss why films like this still carry so much importance in 2026, the incredible performance delivered by Chadwick Boseman, why courtroom dramas remain one of the most underrated genres in film, and much more.We appreciate you for tuning in! Please remember to subscribe, comment, like, and share. Y’all be cool how y’all be cool!Instagram: @theculturegardenpodcast

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00:53:51

7th Annual Light Reel Film Festival w/ Tim Gordon

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2026/05/21

Welcome back to a special episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week the crew is joined by Executive Director of the Light Reel Film Festival, Tim Gordon, to discuss the upcoming 7th annual event. Tim reflects on seeing the vision for the festival years ago and gives credit to the people who showed him it was possible. He also opens up about what truly separates Light Reel from other festivals, and the impact he hopes the event continues to have on filmmakers and the community alike.The

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01:35:20

Soul Food (1997)

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2026/05/15

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! This week the crew revisits the 1997 classic Soul Food. In this episode, they’ll recall their thoughts from episode 12 to see if any perspectives have changed over time, discuss where Soul Food ranks among the legendary films released in 1997, and break down why this movie still holds up nearly 30 years later.We appreciate you for tuning in. Please be sure to subscribe, comment, like, and share. Y’all be cool how y’all be cool!Instagram:

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01:54:22

The Devil Wears Prada (2006)

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2026/05/01

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! With the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada arriving this weekend, the crew revisits the original that helped define a generation of fashion and workplace drama.They break down key differences between the novel and the film, revisit how Anne Hathaway landed the role despite being the 9th choice, and examine why this film draws people in, whether they have an interest in fashion or not. We appreciate you for tuning in. Be sure to subscribe, comment, like, and

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01:28:46

Out of Time (2003)

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2026/04/23

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast This week, the crew dives into the 2003 thriller Out of Time starring Denzel Washington—and the conversation covers a range of topics. Where does this film really rank in Denzel’s catalog? Is it an underrated gem or a forgettable entry in an elite filmography?Expect a split room, honest takes, and a broader discussion about how the public remembers (or overlooks) certain films over time. This one might have you rethinking where Out of Time belongs.Tap in,

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01:38:35

She Hate Me (2004)

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2026/04/16

Welcome to a brand new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, the crew kicks things off with a major announcement you won’t want to miss before Rich and Rachel dive into the 2004 Spike Lee joint She Hate Me.They break down the film’s layered messaging, question whether its many themes ultimately help or hurt its direction, and ask the real question—was Spike Lee trolling with this one? Expect thoughtful analysis, a few laughs, and an honest conversation about one of his more polarizing

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01:36:27

Superfly (2018)

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2026/04/10

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! The break is officially over, and Rich and Skool are back in the garden to talk about the 2018 film Superfly.With this being their first time watching, they share their initial reactions, highlight what stood out most, and examine how the film holds up on its own. They also pay homage to the original Super Fly, comparing its cultural impact and questioning where the 2018 version fits in terms of legacy.Tap in for a conversation filled with perspective,

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01:32:25

Who TF Asked You: Top 5 Cartoons of All Time

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2026/04/07

What’s the word, good people?! The Culture Garden Podcast is back later this week, but in the meantime, we’ve got a bonus drop for you. We’re highlighting Skool’s podcast, Who TF Asked You, with an episode from this past December featuring Mo from Childish Grownups.The crew dives into a nostalgic conversation breaking down their Top 5 Cartoons of All Time—this one is strictly for the stoop kids. From classics to personal favorites, expect strong opinions, real debate, and a lot of laughs along the

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01:29:04

We Got Y'all: Paradise S2E7

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2026/03/27

Culture Garden is on Spring Break and will be back on April 9th. In the meantime, check out an episode of We Got Y'all discussing Paradise. If you like it, please be sure to subscribe!:Welcome back to the We Got Y’all television podcast! We’ve reached the penultimate episode of Paradise Season 2, and Rachel and Rich are back to break it all down. This week, they dive into the growing theories surrounding Alex, attempt to untangle the complicated Samantha/Link timeline, and explore fan

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01:38:23

Entergalactic (2022)

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2026/02/26

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! 🌹🎙️Rachel and Kieron are wrapping up the 4th Annual Romance Month with a review of their first animated film, Entergalactic! In this episode, Rachel shares her thoughts after watching the film for the very first time, and the two dive into whether this story would work as a live-action adaptation.They also explore the film’s connection to classic Black romantic movies, the themes of timing and vulnerability in relationships, and how animation adds a

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01:21:59

Hav Plenty (1997)

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2026/02/20

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast!Rachel and Kieron continue Romance Month with a deep dive into the 1997 indie classic Hav Plenty. They explore the origins of the film and how timing, opportunity, and belief helped turn a $65,000 passion project into a theatrical release.The conversation also unpacks the complexity of romantic relationships—how love isn’t just about chemistry, but about alignment. Where you are in life, emotionally and professionally, can ultimately determine whether you

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01:23:40

26th Annual Black Reel Awards

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2026/02/18

Welcome back to the Culture Garden Podcast! The trio is back and honored to highlight the winners of the 26th annual Black Reel Awards. They’ll break down the winners in each category, share who they voted for, and dive into some engaging and thought-provoking discourse about the films and performances that made 2025 such a special year in cinema.We truly appreciate you for listening, and we want to give a special shoutout to the Black Reel Awards for continuing to create space for the culture. Be

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01:02:34

Relationship Goals (2026)

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2026/02/12

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! Rich and Rachel return for the 4th Annual Romance Month, kicking things off with a conversation about the newly released Relationship Goals. The two dive into their surprise at learning the film is based on Pastor Michael Todd’s book and whether that revelation shifted their expectations going in. They also share their overall thoughts on the film and have a larger conversation about what happened to the Rom-Com genre over the last decade.We appreciate you

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01:54:26

In Too Deep (1999)

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2026/01/30

Welcome back to a brand-new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast!In Episode 140, the trio revisits the 1999 crime drama In Too Deep. The conversation hits close to home as Rich and Skool reflect on their personal connections to the film, especially with parts of it being filmed right in Cincinnati.They also dive into a fun debate: who belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of rappers turned actors, and ultimately tackle the big question — does In Too Deep deserve classic status?As always, we appreciate you

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01:03:31

Dope (2015)

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2026/01/23

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast In Episode 139, Kieron and Skool break down the 2015 coming-of-age film Dope. The conversation connects the dots between the continuing universe that began with Rick Famuyiwa’s The Wood, explores the film’s central theme of refusing to let anyone define you or put you in a box, and gives flowers to an incredible cast that brought this story to life. They also talk about why Los Angeles might be one of the best cities ever captured on screen and how the

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01:33:22

Bad Boys II

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2026/01/15

Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! 🌱We’re kicking off 2026 with a classic as the crew dives into the 2003 sequel Bad Boys II.In this episode, we discuss where Bad Boys II ranks within the franchise, what it was really like being outside when this movie dropped, and the film’s lasting cultural impact. Of course, we also tackle the big debate: is Mike Lowery the coolest movie character of all time? Plus plenty more laughs, memories, and real-time reflections.We appreciate you for listening

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01:17:06

Top 10 Films of 2025

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2026/01/09

Happy New Year from The Culture Garden Podcast!This week, Kieron and Skool take a moment to reflect on all the movies they watched throughout 2025 and narrow it down to their Top 10 Films of the Year.Before locking in the list, the conversation kicks off with some fun reflection—highlighting the most surprising films, the most disappointing releases, and a few honorable mentions that just missed the cut. From unexpected gems to films that didn’t live up to the hype, it’s a thoughtful and

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