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The Latest Celebrity Breakups, Yo Gotti’s UCLA Business Class, & Is Saucy Santana Becoming An Actor? Dec 07, 2023

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In this lively Group Chat Thursday episode of The Amanda Seales Show, Amanda and the crew celebrate National Cotton Candy Day and acknowledge National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, urging a moment of silence for the lives lost. The Group Chat tackles the intricacies of post-breakup etiquette, examining celebrity breakups like Monica and C-Murder, Deion Sanders and Tracey Edmonds, and others.

They explore the do's and don'ts: Should friends bring up your ex? Can you still be friends? The show takes a comedic turn with comedian/actor Tony Baker joining in, discussing life pre and post-internet and social media. The Group Chat delves into the pros and cons of dating a younger man, inspired by Cher's perspective. Calls from listeners share experiences, adding a personal touch. The episode wraps up with Amanda's insightful segment, "I Be Knowin'," and a segment on headlines, including rapper Yo Gotti's business classes at UCLA and Saucy Santana's venture into acting.

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(2:14) - Monica recently put an end to comments surrounding her relationship with C-Murder in the comments of a photo with her and another man.

She said, talking about C-Murder, “OMGGGGG I haven’t said his name in 2 yrs. can yall follow my lead like yall did when I brought him up. One band one sound”

Other breakups: Deion Sanders & Tracey Edmonds, Teyana Taylor & Iman Shumpert, Jeannie Mai & Jeezy, Keke Palmer & Darius Jackson

WHAT IS YOUR POST BREAK UP ETIQUETTE:

SHOULD YOUR FRIENDS NO LONGER BRING UP YOUR EX?

DO YOU WANT TO TALK ABOUT THEM?

DO YOU WANT TO KNOW IF THEY’LL BE AT SAME EVENTS?

DO YOU DELETE ALL OF THE PICS FROM YOUR PHONE/SOCIAL?

DO YOU TELL EVERYBODY WHAT HAPPENED?

(5:53) - WHAT IS YOUR POST BREAK UP ETIQUETTE:

CAN YOU STILL BE FRIENDS?

CAN YOU STILL BE CORDIAL?

CAN THE FRIENDS YOU’VE GAINED IN THE RELATIONSHIP STILL BE FRIENDS?

DO YOU CUT OFF ALL CONTACT?

CAN YOU STILL COMMUNICATE?

(10:13) - WHAT IS YOUR POST BREAK UP ETIQUETTE:

DO YOU BLOCK YOUR EXES?

(15:34) – CELEBRITY CONFESSION #dababy

(20:00) - COMING UP THIS HOUR IN THE GROUP CHAT.

COMEDIAN TONY BAKER WILL JOIN US… AND WE’LL TALK ABOUT LIFE PRE AND POST INTERNET & SOCIAL MEDIA.

(21:50) – COMEDIAN/ACTOR TONY BAKER JOINS THE GROUP CHAT!

Life before and after social media.

(27:15) THE GROUP CHAT CONTINUES WITH TONY BAKER

What’s the key to going viral?

(34:08) – TONY BAKER IS WITH US IN THE GROUP CHAT.

What’s your life like before and after social media?

(38:13) – TONY BAKER TALKS ABOUT HIS LIFE BEFORE SOCIAL MEDIA.

(43:36) – WE’RE KICKING OFF THE GROUP CHAT TOPIC OF THE WEEK.

(45:08) – CHER SAY ALL WOMEN SHOULD DATE A YOUNGER MAN AT LEAST ONCE.

We’re taking your calls – 1 855 262 6328.

(48:55) THE GROUP CHAT TOPIC OF THE WEEK CONTINUES.

We’re taking your calls. Have you ever dated a younger man.

How young is young?

(53:20) – GROUP CHAT TOPIC OF THE WEEK!

Supreme shares his experience dating an older woman.

(56:47) - IT’S TIME TO LISTEN, LAUGH, AND LEARN WITH THE WORD OF THE DAY:

HIVE MIND

REFERS TO THE COLLECTIVE THOUGHTS, IDEAS, AND OPINIONS OF A GROUP OF PEOPLE (SUCH AS INTERNET USERS) REGARDED AS FUNCTIONING TOGETHER AS A SINGLE MIND.

In a sentence: Beyonce fans are unapologetically and aggressively hive-minded.

(59:10) – AMANDA’S I BE KNOWIN

Is it time for Amanda to date an average man?

(1:03:24) – WE’LL GO TO THE PHONE LINES.

Do you let your ex keep gifts?

(1:05:21) – 60 SECOND HEADLINES

On the day that Darryl George, a Junior at Barbers Hill High School in Texas returned from 30 day suspension at an off-site disciplinary program over his locs he was suspended again,. And it was over his hair.

Republican leaders say the House will likely vote to formalize their impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden next week.

: Rapper Yo Gotti is now taking in-person business classes at UCLA. His goal is to learn how to develop strategies for financial reports, IPOs, mergers, and acquisitions.

Ex-Congressman George Santos is vowing to take legal action against HBO for developing a new movie about his controversial political career. The movie is based off of the book titled, The Fabulist: The Lying, Hustling, Grifting, Stealing, and Very American Legend of George Santos" .

Saucy Santana is now adding “actor” to his resume with Secret Society 3: ’til DEATH. With Vivica A. Fox and Romeo Miller

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Who Did Cardi B Unfollow, Historian Lettie Gore Joins The Show, and Rita Brent Returns To Advocate For T.I. Dec 07, 2023

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Special guest Historian Lettie Gore joins for "Why You Bringing Up Old Ish," delving into the profound history of the Montgomery Bus Boycott that started on Dec. 5th, 1955. Amanda talks about everything from Cardi B's Instagram drama to surprising classroom segregation in Evanston, Illinois. Seales also covers the recent headlines covering Trump's plans for a second term, automatic voter registration for Michigan ex-prisoners, and Queen Latifah's Kennedy Center Honors.

The episode features Rita Brent's "That's Not My Ministry," insights on fake news in school curriculums, and the Big Up/Let Down segment, spotlighting Deion Sanders and the sudden activism of NFL players. Amanda's signature segments, including "Am I Trippin?" and "Pop Quiz," add humor and relatability to the mix. The episode concludes with the enlightening Word of the Day and a dose of politicians saying the darndest things.

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(2:07) - School leaders in Evanston, Illinois have been battling a sizable academic achievement gap between Black, Latino and white students for decades.

A few years ago, the school district decided to try classrooms voluntarily separated by race.⁠

(7:07) - Uh oh, ya’ll. Cardi B and Offset unfollowed each other on Instagram! Is that a bad sign? Hell yes, it is; I did the same thing during a recent friend breakup.

(11:16) – 60 Second Headlines

Trump is re-writing rules for Presidential power if elected for a 2nd term.. His plans include deportation raids, tariffs and mass firings.

People leaving Michigan prisons will be automatically registered to vote thanks to a new bill signed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer this week.

Congratulations to Queen Latifah, she was among the honorees at the 46th annual Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime achievements in arts and entertainment.

Over $980,000 has been raised for the recovery of one of the three college students of Palestinian descent who were shot in Vermont last month, which left him paralyzed from the chest down after a bullet was lodged in his spine.

Foxy Brown has declared that she is preparing for the greatest comeback in Hip Hop.

(13:45) - AND NOW IT’S TIME FOR WHY YOU BRINGING UP OLD ISH WITH MY SPECIAL GUEST, LETTIE GORE:

LETTIE IS A HISTORIAN, RACIAL EQUITY STRATEGIST, CONSULTANT, AND ADJUNCT HISTORY PROFESSOR.

AND SHE’S WITH US TODAY TO TALK ABOUT THE MONTGOMERY BUS BOYCOTT.

(19:19) - COMING UP THIS HOUR IN BLACKURATE NEWS:

FAKE NEWS HAS MADE IT TO SCHOOL CURRICULUMS. WE’LL GET INTO WHY.

THAT’S NOT MY MINISTRY WITH RITA BRENT.

PLUS, TODAY’S BIG UP/LET DOWN WHICH FEATURES THE WEDDING THAT NEVER HAPPENED AND SOME WACK ASS KNEES.

(22:08) - California schools are now required to teach students how to recognize "fake news" by incorporating media literacy into lessons in English, science, math, and history classes throughout every grade level.

(27:17) – That’s Not My Ministry with Rita Brent.

(31:17) – The Big Up/Let Down

BIG UP - Deion Sanders and Tracy Edmonds for not making people waste money on wedding gifts

Deion Sanders and Tracey Edmonds have ended their engagement.

They were in a relationship for 8 years before getting engaged in 2019.

Partial statement by Tracy: "To EVERYONE who has been there for us, supported us, and shown us love...We have mutually decided that it is best for us to move forward in life AS FRIENDS. Please keep us in your prayers as we go through this transition.”

LET DOWN - -to the players whose knees ALL OF A SUDDEN WORK for non-Black LIVES. Wack ass knees.

Images and videos of NFL players taking a knee in solidarity with Israel-ONLY made its rounds on Instagram this week.

Oh, so NOW y’all knees work? So now y’all care about lives lost in warfare because they aren’t BLACK.

Meanwhile Kaepernick was crucified and lost his livelihood for kneeling by the SAME principle, different race of people.

NFL = National Fraudulent League

(34:44) – And Another Thing.. Amanda has more on her mind. #Fakenews

(37:01) COMING UP THIS HOUR….

AM I TRIPPIN’

POP QUIZ A BLACK POP QUIZ

WHY YOU BRINGING UP OLD ISH… WITH MY SPECIAL GUEST, HISTORIAN, LETTIE GORE.

(38:30) – It’s time for Am I Trippin! Amanda will keep it real and give her advice.

Every day we all have those moments that make us double take, scratch our chins, and ask ourselves, am I trippin?

Well, when you do, send us a DM @SealesSaidIt and tell us about your dilemma, and I’ll weigh in on whether you’re tripping like Ella Mai or somebody playing in your face.

(14:28) – Am I Trippin’ Part 2

This is “Am I Trippin?” where I weigh in on the dilemmas that have you conflicted.

Last break I read a DM from, Aisha in Charlotte who wanted to know if she’s trippin for NOT wanting to move in with her boyfriend after a year even though everything is going good in their relationship.

(44:33) – It’s time for a Pop Quiz!

(48:49) - IT’S TIME TO LISTEN LAUGH AND LEARN WITH THE WORD FOR THE DAY.

#Smite

(50:42) – Politicians Say the Darndest Things.

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Houses On The Moon, Ashanti’s Pregnancy, Fat Joe Comes Clean, & 70-Year-Old Woman Births Twins Dec 05, 2023

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Today’s episode shines the light on House Resolution 888 and shares insights that might make you give a lil side-eye to what’s going on. The team explores NASA's ambitious plan to build houses on the Moon, sparking a humorous discussion about what essentials Black folks would need if they lived there. Confessions from Fat Joe, a segment on Voting & Venting, and a breakdown of headlines, including the political stance of Muslim American leaders and Ashanti's pregnancy news. The Big Up/Let Down segment highlights Michael B. Jordan's car incident and a remarkable story of a 70-year-old Ugandan woman giving birth to twins. Stay tuned for Small Doses on the side effects of political comedy, a fun exploration of "How Black Do You Feel Today?" and the enlightening Word of the Day.

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(2:27) - In a conversation with Gayle King about Young Thug and the use of rap lyrics in court, rapper Fat Joe admitted he has lied in 95% of his songs.

(8:30) – Voting & Venting: We’ll open the phone lines and let you get it off your chest.

(13:08) – 60 Second Headlines

Many Muslim American leaders in several pivotal states like Pennsylvania, Michigan, Florida, Arizona & Wisconsin have pledged to rally their communities against President Joe Biden’s bid for re-election due to his backing of Israel’s war in Gaza.

Democratic Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney announced Monday that he will run for Virginia governor in 2025. He served as the first Black Secretary of the Commonwealth and is now in his second term as mayor.

Executive producer Kelsey Grammer has plans to reboot the early 2000s hit TV show, Girlfriends, revealed that we’ll see the show rebooted in one way or another. But will probably be a different kind of show.

Ashanti is pregnant with her first child after rekindling her romance with Nelly earlier this year.

After 100 shows, Usher’s residency in Vegas came to an end this past weekend. One of the last serenades went to Jennifer Hudson, who was there with Common.

(15:14) – We’ll go to the phone line.

(16:26) - COMING UP THIS HOUR IN BLACKURATE NEWS:

I’M GOING TO TELL YOU ABOUT HOUSE RESOLUTION 888, AND WHY IT HAS ME SIDE-EYEING EVERYBODY.

PLUS, THE BIG UP/LET DOWN… STARRING MICHAEL B. JORDAN, A KIA, AND A NEW MOM IN UGANDA

AND WE’LL TAKE SOME OF YOUR CALLS.

(18:39) – Amanda breaks down House Resolution 888. And let’s you know why you need to know about it.

(24:27) – We’ll go to the phone lines. Loneliness during the holidays.

(27:37) – The Big Up/Let Down

BIG UP - to the owner of this parked KIA Niro SUV, who’s getting an unexpected car upgrade! CHRISTMAS CAME EARLY!

Creed 3 star, Michael B. Jordan, reportedly crashed his blue Ferrari into a parked Kia Niro SUV at the corner of Sunset Boulevard and North Beachwood Drive. (NOT INJURED)

LET DOWN - The letdown is that she chose this life at all!!

KAMPALA, Uganda | A 70-year-old woman in Uganda has given birth to twins after receiving fertility treatment, making her one of the world’s oldest new mothers.

(32:40) – And Another Thing – about the 70-year-old woman who just had twins.

(34:50) - COMING UP THIS HOUR….

NASA WANTS TO BUILD HOUSES ON THE MOON. IF YOU MOVED INTO A HOUSE ON THE MOON WHAT ARE SOME THINGS THAT YOU WOULD HAVE TO TAKE THERE WITH YOU?

PLUS, HOW BLACK DO YOU FEEL?

(36:36) - 6-year-old Austin, Texas company called Icon is partnering with NASA to construct 3D - printed buildings on the MOON!!!

NASA invested $57.2 million to ICON.

If you we’re going to live on the moon what are some things that we’re taking to our home on the moon?

(40:31) – Small Doses: Side Effects of Political Comedy.

(43:06) – How Black Do You Feel Today?

(47:13) - IT’S TIME TO LISTEN, LAUGH, and LEARN WITH THE WORD OF THE DAY… THE WORD OF THE DAY IS:

BIFURCATE (bi-far-kate) (verb) TO CAUSE TO DIVIDE INTO TWO BRANCHES OR PARTS. In a sentence: The Stream bifurcated into two narrow winding channels.

(50:00) – Politician’s Say the Smartest Things!

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The Philadelphia Ski Mask Ban, Lenny Kravitz On Black Media, and Is Cher Setting A New Trend For Dating? Dec 05, 2023

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As we enter the last month of 2023, the hosts dive into a mix of sweet and savory topics. Acknowledging National Cookie Day, they playfully urge listeners to check local cookie joints for potential freebies. From discussing the banning of ski masks in Philadelphia to exploring the controversial pros and cons of women dating younger men inspired by Cher's perspective, the show covers diverse and engaging subjects. With updates on New York state's requirement for cosmetology students to learn how to style textured hair and insights into Lenny Kravitz's views on Black media, the hosts deliver a dynamic blend of news, opinions, and Black joy. The episode also features a recap of weekend events, a poignant update on the Kenneth Herring case in Clayton, GA, and a light-hearted Word of The Day segment.

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03:09 - New York state now requires all cosmetology students to learn how to style textured hair.

Sen. Jamaal T. Bailey introduced Bill S6528A in April 2023 with the primary objective of broadening the curriculum of cosmetology schools so that all students, regardless of their race, have the ability to work with all hair textures.

09:24 - Lenny Kravitz is speaking out! He says his music and success are not celebrated by the folks who run Black publications and organizations.

14:34 – 60 Second Headlines

Story 1: The House voted this past Friday to expel Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) over his many lies on the 2022 campaign trail and his two federal indictments.

Story 2: The city of Fort Worth, Texas, will pay Zion Carr, who witnessed the fatal police shooting of his aunt, 28-year-old Atatiana Jefferson in 2019, a $3.5 million settlement.

Story 3: Red Lobster is reporting that the seafood chain took an unexpectedly large loss in the third quarter of the year because of its $20 all-you-can-eat shrimp deal.

Story 4: Billionaire Marc Cuban is selling his majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks. He bought the team back in 2000 for $283 million dollars. Reports now value the team in the range of $3.5 billion.

Story 5: Israel says it has hit more than 400 targets in Gaza since the end of the truce with Hamas.

18:13 – And Another Thing! Amanda has more to say. #GeorgeSantos

19:46 - COMING UP THIS HOUR IN BLACKURATE NEWS:

What article of clothing is being banned in Philadelphia? Nope, not pantyhose. Plus, I’ve got to tell you about my weekend. Plus, the Big Up, Let Down– Ari Lennox, a baseball helmet, and Stevie Wonder walk into a bar...

21:29 - Philadelphia City Council passed legislation to ban ski masks in some public spaces, a measure supporters say will increase public safety amid high violent crime. Councilman Anthony Phillips said - “We must send a message that masks are of no discernible public or private good when they just create fear and anxiety."

26:53 – Amanda recaps her weekend.

30:47 – The Big Up/Let Down

Big Up - Big up to the intern who found Ari Lennox a baseball helmet to wear on stage (after she was attacked in a previous performance.)

Let Down - Anybody trying to shade Stevie Wonder! When Jean-Pierre was asked if Stevie was meeting President Biden, the front row of correspondents in the White House press briefing room giggled, which some on social media called disrespectful to the significance of Wonder and the very serious social and political threats to Black Americans.

35:12 - Amanda’s Epiphany.

38:33 - I’VE GOT AN UPDATE ON THE KENNETH HERRING CASE IN CLAYTON, GA. IT’S BAD Y’ALL.

WE’LL KICK OFF THE GROUP CHAT TOPIC OF THE WEEK AND THIS WEEK WE’RE TALKING ABOUT THE PROS AND CONS OF DATING SOMEONE YOUNGER THAN YOU. SMALL DOSES SIDE EFFECTS OF POLITICAL COMEDY

42:15 - There’s currently a petition for justice in the case of the brutal murder of Kenneth Herring (62) in Clayton, GA on May 7th, 2019. Hannah Payne (21) racially profiled, followed, beat, and killed Kenneth Herring in cold blood after he left the scene of a car accident.

46:35 - GROUP CHAT: WHAT ARE THE PROS & CONS OF DATING SOMEONE YOUNGER THAN YOU?

Cher believes in life after love — and she has one little piece of advice for women everywhere… Date a younger man. Cher is 77 years old. And she says, “older men just do not like me."

50:17 – The Group Chat Topic of the week. Dating younger men.

53:35 – The Conversation continues... Dating younger men.

58:37 – Time to Listen Laugh and Learn with the Word of The Day.

FELICITOUS an adjective most often used in formal speech and writing to describe something that is very well expressed or suited for some purpose or situation. It can also be used as a synonym for pleasant or delightful.

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Simulated Trips To Mexico, Nas’s Paid In Full Foundation, And Janelle Monae Flips The Script On Usher Dec 01, 2023

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Amanda kicks off with a heartwarming "A Story of Black Joy" about a Cedar Hill, Texas, first-grade teacher, Sonja White, who took her students on a simulated trip to Mexico to broaden their horizons. The episode features the engaging "Word Game of the Week" and birthday celebrations for Janelle Monáe, Zoë Kravitz, Bette Midler, and a tribute to the late Richard Pryor.

In a segment titled "A Story of Black Joy," the focus shifts to Nas' 'Paid In Full' Foundation, highlighting its role in filling financial and healthcare gaps in hip-hop's legacy. This leads to "The People Versus Mariah the Scientist" and intriguing revelations in "Things I Learned This Week."

The significance of December 1st, Rosa Parks Day, is acknowledged, commemorating Parks' refusal to give up her seat, initiating the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Another "Story of Black Joy" follows, spotlighting Washington's first Black-owned birthing center, a milestone for minority-owned healthcare businesses. The episode includes "For the Record with Journalist Charles Blow," where Amanda poses questions and Charles responds with songs, providing a unique and entertaining twist. The segment "The Blackspin" celebrates 50 years of hip-hop, discussing going to the club and featuring a story of Black joy about Houston-based engineer Kara Branch inspiring Black girls in STEM.

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(1:48) – A Story of Black Joy:

When first-grade teacher Sonja White in Cedar Hill, Texas discovered that most of her students had never traveled by plane, she let her imagination take flight, and took her class on a simulated trip to Mexico.

(4:04) – The Word Game of the Week – Part 1

Amanda will test your knowledge of the Words of the Week!

(8:07) – Who’ll win the Word Game this Week!

(12:27) – We’ll Check the Voicemail.

(14:22) - HAPPY FRIYAY!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY:

Janelle Monáe ← DID Y’ALL SEE?! SHE FLIPPED THE SCRIPT ON USHER! YEH-YUH!

Zoë Kravitz

Bette Midler

To the late: Richard Pryo

(16:35) – A Story of Black Joy

Nas’ ‘Paid In Full’ Foundation is Filling the Financial and Healthcare Gaps in Hip-Hop’s Legacy

The song Paid In Full has gone from a classic hip hop record to a sampled backdrop of a diss track.. And now the term Paid in Full has evolved from a musical masterpiece to a vital institution dedicated to caring for hip-hop legends, literally paying dues.

(18:34) – The People Versus Mariah the Scientist #YSL

(20:47) – Things I Learned This Week!

(25:29) – We’ll Check the Voicemail.

(29:02) - TODAY IS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2023

IT’S ROSA PARKS DAY!

It was on this day in 1955 that Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. Initiating the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

(30:47) – A Story of Black Joy

WASHINGTON'S FIRST BLACK OWNED BIRTHING CENTER IS NOW OPEN

PAVING THE WAY FOR MINORITY OWNED HEALTHCARE BUSINESSES.

(32:58) – For the Record with Journalist Charles Blow. Amanda has the questions; Charles has the songs.

(47:42) – We’ll Check the Voicemail

(50:29) - COMING UP THIS HOUR: SHARING MORE BLACK JOY!

WE’RE CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF HIP HOP WITH THE BLACKSPIN - AND TODAY WE’RE TALKING ABOUT GOING TO THE CLUB.

(52:22) – A Story of Black Joy –

Houston based engineer Kara Branch is inspiring Black girls to learn more about STEM through her nonprofit organization - Black Girls Do Engineer.

The organization provides 60 girls each year from kindergarten to college aged members with mentorship, education, and resources to learn more about the STEM field. The Blackspin

(55:26) - The Blackspin – You can find me in the Club. Celebrating 50 years of Hip Hop.

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Celebrity Confessions From JT, Going To The Club Today vs The 90s & Early 2000s, and Charles Blow Joins The Show Nov 30, 2023

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Amanda Seales dives into today's clubbing experience and what millennials miss about going to the club back in the day. TikTok videos suggest that nightlife in 2023 doesn't align with the expectations shaped by music, TV, and movies. The conversation opens to callers sharing their perspectives on clubbing in the 90s and early 2000s.

Amanda is also joined by journalist and author Charles Blow to discuss reasons for relocating, the decision-making process, preparation, fears, and cultural differences.

The Group Chat then transitions to the topic of parental support, raising questions about where to draw the line. The squad discusses instances where parents go viral for extreme actions, like putting a pregnant daughter out of the house or discouraging a son's basketball dreams. The episode concludes with a Celebrity Confession from JT from City Girls.

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(2:30) - WELCOME OUR SPECIAL GUEST - CHARLES BLOW: South to Black Power, Along the way, he meets with politicians, historians, community activists, colleagues, friends, and family members to test his theory on Black Liberation, which involves a daring strategy for Black Americans to move to southern states to control legislatures and gain greater political power.

(6:35) - Our special guest Charles Blow joins us in the group chat. #SouthtoBlackPower

(11:50) - Group Chat Thursday continues with Charles Blow. We’re talking about the great migration. How Black people went from the south to the north.

(17:37) – We’re still in the Group Chat with our special guest, Journalist Charles Blow…

(22:04) – Coming up this hour: We’ve got the group chat topic of the week. What do you miss about going to the club back in the day.

(24:11) – Tik Tokers have gone viral videos saying nightlife in 2023 is not what they expected it to be. Many grew up listening to party-forward music and watching tv shows & movies where clubbing was depicted as a way of life for young adults. As they come of age in a post-pandemic, increasingly digital era, some are left underwhelmed with their nightlife experiences.

(27:45) – We’re taking your calls on your group chat topic of the week. Do you still go to the club, and what do you miss about going to the club in the 90’s and early 2000’s?

(31:45) – Going to the club and doing Tik Tok dances. The Group Chat continues. Phonelines are open – 1 855-262-6328.

(35:08) – You can find me in the club. The Group Chat continues.

(38:22) – It’s Group Chat Thursday! And coming up this hour, the squad is talking about parental support, and where do you draw the line?

(39:50) – The squad is chatting it up about parental support. A father goes viral for putting his 15 year old daughter out of the house because she got pregnant. Let’s talk about it.

(45:22) – A mom goes viral for telling her son who has dreams of being the next Lebron James that he won’t make it. Should parents support their children’s dreams?

(50:15) – The Group Chat continues. Should parents support their children’s professional dreams even if they don’t agree with them?

(55:10) – Celebrity Confessions – JT #Citygirl

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Diddy Steps Down From Revolt, Charles Barkley and Gayle King Collab, and What Happened With T.I. and Tiny’s Son King Nov 29, 2023

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Amanda kicks off by checking in on everyone's post-Thanksgiving food comas and highlights that it's National Lemon Cream Pie Day (lactose-intolerant folks beware!). The show delves into crucial topics, starting with a U.S. Court of Appeals decision impacting discrimination in state and local elections laws, potentially affecting voters of color nationwide. The trial of rapper Young Thug takes center stage, Tiffany Haddish's recent arrest, Charles Barkley and Gayle King's collaboration, and Sean 'Diddy' Combs stepping down from REVOLT.

Blackurate News brings global perspectives on leaders calling for a ceasefire, and Rita Brent's "That's Not My Ministry" warns against discussing a certain celebrity's daughter. The Big Up/Let Down segment applauds white co-conspirators and criticizes T.I. and Tiny's son King. Professor Supreme presents a Black Pop Quiz on current affairs. The episode wraps up with "And Another Thing" discussing George Santos' congressional fund spending on OnlyFans and Sephora, and Amanda's signature Word of the Day – "Disabuse."

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(2:26) - In its 2-1 decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit upheld a lower court’s ruling that private citizens and groups like the NAACP cannot bring lawsuits under a provision that forbids discrimination in state and local elections laws. This could affect voters of color nationwide and will probably be appealed to the Supreme Court.

Opening statements are underway in Atlanta in the trial of rapper Young Thug, who's accused of co-founding a violent criminal street gang and using his music to promote it.

(7:02) - Rapper Young Thug’s lawyer pointed to what he says is the faith-focused meaning of his client's stage name during the second day of the YSL RICO trial in Georgia. Let’s listen.

(11:50) – 60 Second Headlines

Tiffany Haddish is vowing to seek help after her recent arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Charles Barkley and Gayle King are joining forces for a new show titled “King Charles,” a live-discussion program that will air weekly on CNN and it premieres today.

Virginia State University is set to make history as the first HBCU to host a presidential debate, scheduled for October 1, 2024, at the state-of-the-art VSU Multipurpose Center.

The Rolling Stones are hitting the road next year on a tour sponsored by AARP. Pre-sale tickets go on sale today.

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has stepped down from his role as chairman for REVOLT in the wake of Diddy’s three sexual assault lawsuits.

(14:38) - COMING UP THIS HOUR IN BLACKURATE NEWS: OTHER COUNTRIES’ LEADERS ARE BREAKING THEIR SILENCE AND CALLING FOR A CEASEFIRE. I’LL TELL YOU WHICH ONES AND WHY IT’S CONTROVERSIAL TO SOME. THAT’S NOT MY MINISTRY WITH RITA BRENT. SHE WANTS Y’ALL TO KEEP A CERTAIN GLOBAL CELEBRITY’S DAUGHTER’S NAME OUT YOUR MOUTH! PLUS, TODAY’S BIG UP/LET DOWN!

(16:45) - Spain and Belgium's Prime Minister Call for a ceasefire.

(21:59) – That’s Not My Ministry with Rita Brent #BlueIvy #Criticism

(24:48) - BIG UP - White people who are co-conspirators vs allies. Cynthia Nixon (Miranda) from Sex In the City announced that she is going on a Hunger Strike in DC for Palestine. This will be effective because - White Lives Matter… If Black people went on a hunger strike the world would not care because thats just one more negro we don’t have to feed/take care of. If you are willing to put your appetite up then you are down for the cause.

LET DOWN - (T.I and Tiny’s son) King and his Veneers … they are louder than he is. You’ve probably seen King and his parents all over the internet this week because while at an Atlanta Falcons game on Sunday, King went live from their suite. While on live King claimed that he knew hardship while he was growing up and hadn’t grown up with a “silver spoon” in his mouth.

(29:20) - COMING UP THIS HOUR…. AM I TRIPPIN PROFESSOR SUPREME WILL JOIN US FOR A BLOP QUIZ. ISSA BLACK POP QUIZ WHAT IT IS.

(31:26) - Every day we all have those moments that make us double take, scratch our chins, and ask ourselves, am I trippin? Well, when you do, send us a DM @SealesSaidIt and tell us about your dilemma, and I’ll weigh in on whether you’re tripping like Ella Mai or somebody playing in your face. TODAY’S DILEMMA:

(33:14) – Am I Trippin – Part 2 Amanda will break it down.

(37:27) – Professor Supreme joins us with a Black Pop Quiz on current affairs.

(41:42) – And Another Thing about George Santos spending his congressional funds on OnlyFans and Sephora.

(43:36) – It’s time to listen, laugh, and learn with the Word of the Day. Disabuse To show or convince someone that their belief is incorrect.

(47:13) – Politicians Say the Darndest Things.

(50:20) – Thanks for listening to The Amanda Seales Show!

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Cardi B on Presidential Endorsements, Tyla’s Revelation, and Shannon Sharpe’s Recent Commentary Nov 29, 2023

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Cardi B on Presidential Endorsements, Tyla’s Revelation, and What Did Shannon Sharpe Say About Dogs and Women?

Amanda brings the energy for Giving Tuesday, urging listeners to give capitalism a break and donate to something meaningful. She navigates through Travel Tuesday, exploring travel deals and diving into the mind of podcaster and NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe. Sharpe's recent comments become a talking point, and Amanda vents about the side effects of hosting a podcast. The episode covers intriguing topics, including a hypothetical Republican offer, singer Tyla's revelation, and Cardi B.'s stance on endorsing presidential candidates. With segments like Voting and Venting, 60-Second Headlines, and the Big Up/Let Down featuring Aaron Hall, Amanda keeps the audience engaged with humor, insights, and thought-provoking discussions. Stay tuned for more in Blackurate News, How Black Do You Feel Today, and the Word of the Day, culminating in Politicians Say the Darndest Things. Don't miss this entertaining blend of commentary, news, and laughs on The Amanda Seales Show!

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(3:37) - Y’all. I’m tired. I know I have a podcast called “Small Doses,” and we talk about the side effects of important things. BUT maybe we need to talk about the side effects of hosting a podcast next, because the words coming out of some folks’ mouths! I can’t even! NFL Hall of Famer and podcaster, Shannon Sharpe had some acute thoughts about his DOGS and his WOMEN. Let’s listen.

(8:50) - IT’S TIME FOR – VOTING AND VENTING! THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY (AND MINE) TO VENT ABOUT ANYTHING RELATED TO VOTING.

(14:13) – 60 Second Headlines

(16:17) – Our Group Chat Topic of the Week is – What do you miss about going to the club back in the day?

(18:45) - COMING UP THIS HOUR IN BLACKURATE NEWS: A Black Democrat was offered 20 million dollars to run against a fellow Democrat. What would y’all have done? I know what I would’ve done. I’ll tell you what he did. Plus, the Big Up/Let Down

(20:22) - Actor, author, and Democrat candidate for the Michigan Senate– Hill Harper claims he was offered 20 million dollars to run for the House to try to unseat Rashida Tlaib.

(24:50) - I know y’all have heard this song before, “Make me sweat, make me hotter”. The young woman who sings it– Tyla recently caused a stir among some of her Western fans after they found out that she identifies as a South African “coloured” woman instead of Black.

(29:55) - IT’S TIME FOR!... THE BIG UP, LET DOWN. BIG UP - Big up to barbers worldwide, who (thanks to hair transplants) are getting business again! Timbaland recently showed off his new look after getting a hair transplant two months ago. The beatmaker revealed his rejuvenated hairline on social media. LET DOWN - All of us who listened to Aaron Hall’s songs in the 90s and didn’t pay attention to the lyrics! So, let's listen to them now.

(34:40) – And Another thing about song lyrics.

(36:30) - COMING UP THIS HOUR. Cardi B. says she’ll never endorse another presidential candidate again. Plus, How Black Do You Feel?

(38:30) - Cardi B. says she’ll never endorse another Presidential Candidate again.

(43:07) – How Black Do You Feel Today?

(47:18) – It’s Time to Listen, Laugh & Learn with the Word of the Day

(50:31) – Politicians Say the Darndest Things. #ChrisMurphy

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