You Had Me at Black

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Date at the Museum (10th Birthday Countdown) May 20, 2026

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Carl takes a shot of love.

This ends our birthday countdown! Carl also joins us to reflect on his story and what it means to him all these years later.

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Acing Lessons on Sexual Liberation (10th Birthday Countdown) May 13, 2026

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A carefree date goes awry, and sets Paula on a journey through deceit, loss, healing, and liberation.

We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10! Paula also joins us to reflect on what this story means to her all these years later.

Join the Patron's Circleand claim your place in You Had Me at Black's next era.

Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Joy Trafficking (10th Birthday Countdown) May 06, 2026

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Kelly connects the dots of what her parents do for a living when, one afternoon, the police show up at her family's home.

We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10! Kelly also joins us to reflect on what this story means to her all these years later.

Join the Patron's Circleand claim your place in You Had Me at Black's next era.

Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

It's Time to Talk About What Comes Next Apr 24, 2026

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You Had Me at Black turns 10 this May.

In this audio letter, Martina shares what the last few years have looked like behind the scenes, and what it will take to build the next chapter.

If this space has ever meant something to you, this is your invitation to be part of what comes next.

Join us at the People’s Assembly on April 28 at 8pm ET:youhadmeatblack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

The Floor is on Fire (10th Birthday Countdown) Apr 22, 2026

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For Deborah, "by any means necessary" becomes "never again."

We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10! Deborah also joins us to reflect on what her story means to him all these years later.

RSVP to the Peoles Assembly on April 28 and learn more about how you can be part of our next chapter.

Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more (like photos and videos from this kickback).

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

The Problem with Precaution (10th Birthday Countdown) Apr 15, 2026

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Kevin learns the hard way to be careful what you plan for.

We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10! Kevin also joins us to reflect on what this story means to him all these years later.

RSVP to the Peoles Assembly on April 28 and learn more about how you can be part of our next chapter.

Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more (like photos and videos from this kickback).

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Theo's Mixtape (10th Birthday Countdown) Apr 08, 2026

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Childhood Theo finds himself in a pinch the afternoon of a big audition, and adult Theo joins to reflect on what this story means to him all these years later.

We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10!

RSVP to the Peoles Assembly on April 28 and learn more about how you can be part of our next chapter.

Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more (like photos and videos from this kickback).

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Zoo What You Gotta Zoo (10th Birthday Countdown) Apr 01, 2026

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Jessica's Dad has an unconventional plan for getting into the zoo.

Counting down to our 10th birthday, we're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us. Jessica also joins to reflect on what this story means to her all these years later, and Martina closes with an invitation to our upcoming People's Assembly onApril 28.

RSVP to the Peoles Assembly and learn more about You Had Me at Black's next chapter, including the Patron's Circle and other upcoming programs.

Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more (like the album cover art that sparked this story).

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

The Medicine of the Mind (10th Birthday Countdown) Mar 25, 2026

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Mark takes a trip in Peru.

Counting down to our 10th birthday, we're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us. Mark also joins to reflect on what this story means to him all these years later, and Martina closes with an update on what's next for You Had Me at Black.

Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more.

Learn more about You Had Me at Black's next chapter, including the Patron's Circle and other upcoming programs.

Help shape the Patron's Circle by booking a listening call with Martina.

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Before the Truce (10th Birthday Countdown) Mar 18, 2026

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A case of mistaken identity puts Damon's family in the center of events that led to the historic 1992 truce between LA gangs.

Counting down to our 10th birthday, we're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us. Damon also joins to reflect on what this story means to him all these years later, and Martina closes with an update on what's next for You Had Me at Black.

Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more.

Learn more about You Had Me at Black's next chapter, including the Patron's Circle and other upcoming programs.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

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