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281: Nicole Byer and Carl Tart of NBC's 'Grand Crew' Jan 31, 2022

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We welcome actors Nicole Byer and Carl Tart on this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast!
'Grand Crew' is a new comedy that proves life is better with your crew. This group of young professionals are all trying to navigate the ups and downs of life and love in Los Angeles – and they always find time to gather at their favorite bar to “wine down” and unpack it all.
Nicole Byer is an actress, comedian, writer, author and podcaster, Byer is perhaps most well-known as the host of Netflix’s Emmy Award-nominated competition baking series “Nailed It!,” which has gained a cult following of viewers since its premiere on the streaming platform in 2018. In 2020, Byer made history by becoming the first Black woman ever to be nominated in the category of Outstanding Host for a Reality or Competition Program.
Carl Tart is a writer/performer with acting credits that include “Briarpatch,” “Robbie,” “The Good Place,” “Arrested Development,” “Transparent,” “Lethal Weapon” and “Comedy Bang Bang.”
Host: Stacey Yvonne
Music by: Sammus
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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280: Actor Nick Creegan of CW's 'Batwoman' Jan 24, 2022

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We welcome actor Nick Creegan to this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast.
Actor Nick Creegan is a rising talent, starring in season 3 of CW's 'Batwoman' as Marquis Jet who will be corrupted into a unique twist on DC Universe’s infamous Joker villain. Upon the season’s return on January 12, 2022, Creegan will be the first Black actor to portray the Joker character.
Host: Ryanne
Music by: Sammus
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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279: Actor Karen Pittman Jan 17, 2022

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In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we chat with actor Karen Pittman.
Pittman currently stars as “Dr. Nya Wallace” in the Sex And The City reboot entitled And Just Like That… and two soon-to-be released feature films - comedy Allies from director Barret O’Brien and Stephen Belber’s political drama What We Do Next, alongside Corey Stoll. She is best known for her role as “Mia Jordan” on Apple TV’s Emmy-winning, Golden Globe-nominated show The Morning Show.
Host: Ryanne
Music by: Sammus
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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278: Actor and Entertainer Laila Pruitt Jan 10, 2022

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In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we welcome actor Laila Pruitt.
Laila currently stars as Nicole, (sister to characters Meech and Terry) on the hit TV series “BMF” on Starz, recently renewed for their 2nd season.
Laila also co-starred in “Flight” alongside Denzel Washington and also joins the star-studded cast of Jerry Bruckheimer's family comedy, “Secret Headquarters” set to hit theaters in Aug 2022.
Host: Ryanne
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
Music by: Sammus

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277: Comedian Brian Simpson Jan 03, 2022

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In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we interview comedian Brian Simpson.
Brian burst onto the scene when audiences and critics fell in love with him on Comedy Central’s series Lights Out with David Spade: “The Wu-Tang Clan is the Greatest Clan”
Since then, he was named a New Face 2021 at the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival and Vulture included him in their highly anticipated annual list of Comedians You Should Know 2021. He tours the country brilliantly incorporating his rare combination of life experiences as a foster child and Marine Corps veteran into his refreshingly unique point of view.
Host: Ryanne
Music by: Sammus
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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276: RJ White, CEO of Vipers Pro Men's Basketball Dec 27, 2021

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In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we welcome the CEO of Vipers Pro Men's Basketball, RJ White. RJ White Vipers Pro Basketball has
exposure in 12 countries and has reached 3.1 million in analytics. RJ is the first Black woman to purchase a men's Division team in the UK. She is also most notably known for paying her team's salaries in Bitcoin.
Host: Jamie
Music by: Sammus
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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275: Our Favorite Christmas Movies Dec 20, 2021

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In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we chat about our favorite Christmas movies to watch this holiday season. We're wishing you all a Happy Holiday this season and we hope you enjoy this holiday-filled episode.
Host: Angelica, Ryanne, Jamie & Danielle
Music by: Sammus
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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274: 'Gossip Girl' Actor Jordan Alexander Dec 13, 2021

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In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds Podcast, we interview actor Jordan Alexander.
Beyond being on the global show, 'Gossip Girl', Jordan Alexander is incredibly passionate about representation specifically supporting the next generation of Black creatives, LGBTQ rights, and the environment.
Host: Stacey Yvonne
Music by: Sammus
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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273: Actor Mikayla Batholomew of 'King Richard' Dec 06, 2021

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On this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we invite actor Mikayla Batholomew to chat with us about her latest role as Tunde Price in the Warner Bros film 'King Richard'.
Mikayla LaShae Bartholomew stars as Tunde Price in 'King Richard', the eldest of five and well-loved sister to Venus and Serena Williams, the noted tennis legends centered in the film from Warner Brothers Pictures. A stage/film actor and activist based in NYC, Mikayla is among those in the Broadway Advocacy Coalition honored this year with a Special Tony Award for their work within and beyond the theatre industry.
Host: Ryanne
Music by: Sammus
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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272: Girl Chat on 'HBO's Insecure' and Netflix's 'Squid Game' Nov 29, 2021

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In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, the hosts chat about two very popular series that everyone is talking about. The BGN hosts first chat about the final season of HBO's Insecureand vent about their issues and praise the show's several accomplishments. The BGN hosts then move onto the Netflix phenomenon Squid Game that took the world by storm.

The discussion focuses on the metaphorical meanings behind the series, the corruption of capitalism, and how social media has reacted to the series.

Hosts: Ryanne, Danielle, and Jamie

Music by: Sammus

Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

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