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Black News
Black News is a weekly podcast where comedian Kennelia Stradwick breaks down current events, hot topics and local stories....involving Black people.
Episodes
- Black News
Kyrie Pt. 2 & Hip Hop Subliminals
Were the Brooklyn Nets right to suspend Kyrie Irving? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Kyrie Irving's suspension and the additional…
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HoCo Recaps, Kyrie & Takeoff
Have we had enough of young rappers losing their lives? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses her Homecoming experience and why she wants to…
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HBCU Homecoming 101
Do you know the unofficial homecoming rules? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Homecoming and lays out some ground rules for those in…
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Prime Time Beef
Are you riding with Coach Deion Sanders? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the on the field/after the game beef between Deion Sanders…
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The Emancipation of Will Smith's Movies
Are you planning to support Will Smith's new movie? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the upcoming Will Smith movie "Emancipation" and…
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Bad Gal RiRi - Bad Guy Ime
Are you excited about Rihanna performing at the Super Bowl in 2023? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Ime Udoka being suspended for one…
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The Woman KANG
The Woman King was a good ass movie, wasn't it? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the Woman King and how much she loved it, the attempt…
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Halle, Lizzy & Black Emmy's
Did you catch Sheryl Lee Ralph's acceptance speech? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses this year's Black Emmy award winners, Black &…
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Stacey Dash, Serena at the Open & Old Sketches
Did you watch Serena's final match? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Stacey Dash not knowing DMX passed away, being exhausted watching…
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Aries, Student Loans, HBCUs & Chad
Are you claiming that $20K in student loan relief? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Aries Spears' comments about Lizzo, Student Loan…
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Is R&B Dead?
Is it a wrap for R&B? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Diddy's recent declaration that R&B music is dead, Dennis Rodman claiming he can…
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Yee, Mad Pastors and the Millennium Tour
Will I be seeing you at the Millennium tour this fall? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Angela Yee leaving the Breakfast Club for her…
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BG, Irv & Serena the GOAT
Are men just as messy as women? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia gives a Brittney Griner update, discusses Irv Gotti blasting Ashanti's business…
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Renaissance...and Will
Where would you rate "Renaissance"? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Beyonce's new album and her obsession with it so far, and Will…
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Ready For Wakanda
Are you ready for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the new Black Panther trailer and what we're looking…
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The Corner of Sesame Place & Bigotry Street
Do puppets need cultural sensitivity training, too? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the puppets at Sesame Place being racist towards…
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Presidential Medals, Sports Trailblazers & BG Updates
Are changes on the way in professional sports front offices? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the NFL & NHL hiring Black people for…
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Seems Like You're DEFINITELY Ready...For Jail
Are you surprised that R. Kelly got sentenced to 30 years in prison? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the sentencing of R. Kelly, the…
Black NewsRoe, Verzuz, Omarion & the BET Awards
Did the Mario vs Omarion Verzuz wear ya'll out? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Mario, Omarion, Bobby V, Ray J and more all at one…
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Caresha, Diddy & The Tony's
Did you watch the first episode of "Caresha Please"? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Young Miami's new show and her interview with…
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"We Don't Go Together No More"
Why are we all in other people's relationships? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Lori Harvey and Michael B. Jordan breaking up, LeBron…
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The Right To Bear Arms?
Is it too late for gun control? This week on Black News, we discuss the tragic shooting of the women and children in Uvalde, Texas and next steps regarding gun…
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Juneteenth Ice Cream
But why does the ice cream have to be Great Value brand, though? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Juneteenth being commercialized, the…
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Our Family In Buffalo
Are these crimes against Black people going to continue to be the norm? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discuss the tragic killing of our people…
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The Curious Case of (the late) Kevin
Did the news of Kevin Samuels' passing have you feeling a way? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the passing of Youtuber Kevin Samuels…
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Heavy Artillery
Did ya'll bring props into your prom pictures? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the topics she missed while being out on vacation; Mike…
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Me Verzuz The Shackles
Do you know your gospel music? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the Easter Sunday edition of Verzuz ft. Mary Mary and Bebe & Cece…
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Justice Brown Jackson
Did you cry like I did when Judge Jackson was voted onto the Supreme Court? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the 1st Black Woman…
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Nice Guys Finish First
Is Russell Wilson a square? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Mo'Nique & Lee Daniels reconciling, the people who think Russell Wilson is…
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"Keep My Wife's Name Out Your #%&@! Mouth"
Were you tuned in to Oscarsgate 2022? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia recaps this year's Oscars ceremony and particularly the slapping of Chris…
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Re: Quinta, Wendy, Jussie & Brittney
Who's down for an update? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia gives an update on the most recent developments regarding Wendy Williams, Jussie…
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Falsely Accused
Is Jussie innocent? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Ryan Coogler being arrested at a Bank of America & Jussie Smollett's 150 day…
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Free Brittney..Griner!
Did you know Brittney Griner was being held in Russia? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Brittney Griner being held in Russia for vape…
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Supreme Clientele
Are you excited about the first Black Woman Supreme Court Justice? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme…
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Grand Opening, Grand Closing
Are you sad to see the Wendy Williams show coming to an end? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discuss the legendary Wendy Williams show and the…
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SuperSoul Sunday
How would you rank this year's Super Bowl halftime show? On this episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the 2022 Super Bowl halftime show, led by Dr. Dre…
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"My Mama Said Ya'll Can't Spennanight"
Are ya'll letting your single friends spend the night? On this episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses married women having "no overnight guests" policies…
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If Ya Nasty
Were ya'll tuned in to the Janet Jackson documentary? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses her love for Janet Jackson and her documentary…
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Tough Losses
Have the most recent losses hit a little too close to home? This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses the loss of both Regina King's son Ian & the DST…
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Wipe Me Down
Who's mans is this?? This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses Pastor Mike Todd and his viral "spitting" moment & this year's MLK Day and what we've learned…
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Lip Service...Literally.
Are parents out here teaching their kids how to kiss? This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses Jim Jones and his Mother "teaching" him how to kiss, and a…
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Good or Nah?
Happy 2022, ya'll!! This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses being fed up with the Jay-Z slander, Antonio Brown's mid-game walk-off and the divorce of Devon…
Black NewsBN BONUS: Insecure Recap - The Finale
*Spoiler Alert!* IT'S THE FINALE! This week, Kennelia recaps the finale episode of HBO's Insecure. Join in on the conversation and share your thoughts as we…
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2021 & Beyond
Was 2021 your year? This week on Black News, Kennelia recaps 2021 and looks towards the new year with new goals and new perspectives. Be sure to continue…
Black NewsBN BONUS: Insecure Recap - S5 Ep8
*Spoiler Alert!* This week, Kennelia recaps episode 8 of the final season of Insecure. Make sure you're caught up so you can join in on the conversation.
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"Ya'll Ain't Finna Be Mockin' Me While I'm On Stage..."
Is Bizzy Bone ok? This week on Black News, Kennelia recaps her in-person Verzuz experience, the Will & Jada change.org petition and kids & kitchen sets. Be…
Black NewsBN BONUS: Insecure Recap - S5 Ep7
*Spoiler Alert!* This week, Kennelia recaps episode 7 of the final season of Insecure. Make sure you're caught up so you can join in on the conversation.
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Virgil & Ahmaud
Justice or nah? This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses the conviction of the three men responsible for Ahmaud Arbery's death and the sudden passing of…
Black NewsBN BONUS: Insecure Recap - S5 Ep6
*Spoiler Alert!* This week, Kennelia comes through for another Insecure recap for episode 6 of the final season. Be sure to catch up so you can join in on the…
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Give Thanks
It's officially the holiday season! Are you looking forward to Thanksgiving? This week on Black News, we discuss Thanksgiving plans, last week's Verzuz…
Black NewsBN BONUS: Insecure Recap - S5 Ep5
*Spoiler Alert!* This week, Kennelia delivers another Insecure recap for episode 5 of the final season. Make sure you're caught up so you can join in on the…
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"They Should've Cast So-And-So..."
How realistic should movie characters be? This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses the casting conversations around the movies "Passing" and "The Harder…
Black NewsBN BONUS: Insecure Recap - S5 Ep4
*Spoiler Alert!* This week, Kennelia checks in for another Insecure recap for episode 4 of season 5! Make sure you're caught up so you can join in on the…
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Concert Catastrophe
Who's really at fault? This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses the Astroworld tragedy & Jay-Z's Instagram false start. Be sure to continue supporting the…
Black NewsBN BONUS: Insecure Recap - S5 Ep3
*Spoiler Alert!* This week, Kennelia is back with an Insecure recap for episode 3 of season 5! Make sure you're caught up so you can join in on the…
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Red Table Turmoil
Have we romanticized Will Smith? This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses Jada Pinkett Smith's comments on "Red Table Talk" and the romanticizing of…
Black NewsBN BONUS: Insecure Recap - S5 Ep2
*Spoiler Alert!* This week, Kennelia delivers a quick Insecure recap for episode 2 of season 5! Make sure you're caught up so you can join in on the…
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Insecure AF
Will you be watching the final season of Insecure? This week on Black News, Kennelia recaps the 1st episode of Insecure's 5th season (spoiler alert) and the…
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Big Zaddy Battle
Old but just not old enough? This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses the Big Daddy Kane vs KRS-One Verzuz battle, checks-in with BN listeners and brings…
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Hollywood Woes
Is anyone cancel-proof? This week on Black News, Kennelia discusses Dave Chappelle's most recent comedy special and the backlash it's received and Issa Rae…