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Who Dropped The Ball With Jalen?, Bad Luck Potluck, A Slave Musical?!!, And A Singing Power Couple Oct 20, 2026

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Cousins, we have A LOT to get into this week! Did football come before Jalen Hurts' health? We're discussing the questions surrounding the Eagles QB's blood clots, plus Todrick Hall's controversial slaverymusical and the debate over artistic expression and accountability. Meanwhile, Jacque's Winedown takes us back to CAU Homecoming, where the outfits have us asking, "Who told y'all to wear that?!" And a workplace potluck that sent 19 Walmart employees to the hospital has us questioning whether we can trust our coworkers' cooking! Plus, The Baylor Project! The eight-time Grammy-nominated duo, Jean and Marcus Baylor, talk jazz, their latest project Good Life, creative independence, and life on tour. And BREAKING NEWS: Joy-Ann is hitting the road! Please support our sponsor!! Shopify: We didn't have it all figured out when we started the Book Club store—and you don't have to either. Everything you need to launch is already there. Start your free trial at shopify.com/RTRT. For Additional Shopify Content: https://www.youtube.com/@learnwithshopify

Cousins, What Say You? Oct 13, 2026

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We know our Cousins, and y'all always have something to say in the comment section, the good, the bad and yeah, sometimes it can get a bit ugly. From hilarious takes to unexpected opinions, they're revisiting some of their favorite comments from past episodes and giving you their unfiltered reactions.

What did the Cousins have to say? And which comments had Joy-Ann and Jacque saying, "Wait…

WHAT?!" Watch, laugh, and let us know what YOU think...of course, in the comments!

And while you're here, make sure you're subscribed and join the Cousin Nation on the road to 100K!

Sex, Crime & Cornell, The Da'Vinchi Diss, Having Kids & Living Single Oct 06, 2026

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Just when we thought we were done having the same conversation about what it means to be Black in America…Da'Vinchi said, not so fast! We're breaking down why his comments about Black culture have people talking, and why we have some questions.

Plus, the investigation into sexual misconduct and rape allegations continues at Cornell and another Division I school. Are mothers mourning in motherhood? And we know they didn't call out the cast of Living Single looking like THAT!

Then, Natalie Baszile stops by to introduce us to her new book, Friends and Family, and talk about the lessons, relationships and real-life questions at the heart of the story.

P.S. Friends and Family is our October Book Club pick! Head over to our store www.shop.reidthisreidthat.com. Come Reid with us!

Was Nolan On The Boat The Whole Time? New Love For A Different World & Friends, Flights & Low Funds Sep 29, 2026

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The Nolan Wells case raises new questions as investigators dive deeper into phone forensics. When did he become separated from his phone? The details surrounding the phone evidence are not revealing what we thought it would

Plus, HBCU Homecoming season is here! Felicia Pride, creator, executive producer and writer of A Different World, joins us to talk about the cultural classic, its lasting impact and the sequel that is currently #1 on Netflix.

And then… hugs and hope? Find out how your cousin Jacque ended up hugging her way through an unexpected moment.

Finally, to upgrade or not to upgrade? That's the question people are asking after Savannah James flew First Class while her best friend of 15 years and business partner flew Business Class. Is a first-class friendship supposed to come with a first-class seat?

Watch, weigh in and tell us what YOU think, Cousin Nation!

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This is Not Your Mother's Book Club Sep 22, 2026

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Cousin Nation, welcome inside "Book Babes," our exclusive book club for readers who want to go beyond the pages. And trust us, this is not your mother's book club. Book Babes brings readers together to read fiction books by Black women authors, dive into the stories and themes that move us, and take the conversation a step further with exclusive access to the authors themselves, special discounts and more.

In this episode, get a sneak peek at how Book Babes works, what we're reading, and what you can expect when you pull up to the conversation.

Join today and subscribe for exclusive Book Babes content, author conversations, special offers and more ways to experience the club.

Come and "Reid" with us!

Mitchy, Mistrials, Mississippi Hangings & Crockett's Controversy Sep 15, 2026

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In this episode, the Rula Jebreal controversy sparked a heated conversation about Blackness, belonging and who gets to speak from within the Black experience. Plus, Elizabeth Pryor joins Joy-Ann and Jacque to unpack the controversy and the complicated question of cultural proximity and her legendary father, Richard Pryor.

What Rula Jebreal Said...& How Close to Blackness is Close Enough? Sep 08, 2026

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Someone Help Gladys, Fake It Til You Make It? & Spreading Good Dirt Sep 01, 2026

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At 82, Gladys Knight is still taking the stage, but should she? Viral performance clips have sparked a bigger conversation about aging entertainers, cognitive ability, and who decides when it's time to retire.

Plus, New York Times bestselling author Charmaine Wilkerson talks Good Dirt and the significance behind her latest novel (and our September book club pick).

Then there's Daejon Love, the man who allegedly posed as a pro baller and just may be the scammer of the year after allegedly finessing women out of $1.3 million. Now the FBI is investigating. Let's just say he may have earned his spot in the National Finesse League!

Dolly's Departure, Bless The Food & The Multiverse? Aug 25, 2026

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We're back live in the studio with a packed episode!

We honor Dolly Parton's incredible legacy and impact on the culture, unpack the viral "spit in food" restaurant rumors, and welcome Comic Critic E-Man to talk Black Panther, Blade, Marvel theories and the state of Black superheroes in Hollywood.

Plus: Angie Nixon, Hakeem Jeffries, Gary, Indiana's power crisis, Target's latest costume controversy, and a personal hair update following recent biopsy results.

And don't forget: Head to SNL's Instagram, find the "Who Should Host?" post, and comment Joy-Ann Reid!

Buckle up, cousins. We're going there!

Real Talk About Romantic Relationships Aug 18, 2026

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We're diving into the chaos of modern relationships...your relationships, to be exact. You sent in your stories, and with clinical psychologist Dr. Adia Gooden, we're unpacking exes, red flags, self-worth, and even the bill-splitting debate. Honest, fun, and full of wisdom, this episode is here to help you navigate the wild world of dating.

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