The Spectrum Lounge

Grief and Trauma in Film Nov 23, 2022

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color changing the game in tv, film and pop culture. On this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon is joined by social worker and disability consultant Vilissa Thompson to discuss the themes of grief and trauma in Wakanda Forever and the horror-thriller Smile.

Wakanda Forever Review Nov 19, 2022

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color changing the game in tv, film and pop culture. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon is joined by Jerry L. Barrow, Head of Content of Hip Hop DX, as they review Marvel Studios' Wakanda Forever directed and co-written by Ryan Coogler

Hawkeye Episode 5 Review Dec 16, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they review episode 5 of the Disney+ original series "Hawkeye."

Hawkeye Episode 4 Review Dec 13, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge Podcast, where we discuss creatives of color changing the game in tv, film and pop culture. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon and guest Robert Young review episode 4 of the Disney+ original series, "Hawkeye"

Review - Hawkeye Episode 3 Dec 06, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. Robert Jones is back to discuss episode 3 of "Hawkeye" episode 3 with host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon.

Hawkeye Review Episodes 1 and 2 Nov 29, 2021

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes Robert Young as they review the first two episodes of the Disney+ original series "Hawkeye" starring Jeremy Renner and Hailee Steinfeld.

Review - "Love Life" Season 2 Nov 24, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast, where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Jerry L. Barrow as they review Season 2 of "Love Life" starring William Jackson Harper and Jessica Williams.

Review - "King Richard" Nov 23, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes Jerry L. Barrow and critic/entertainment journalist Kathia Woods as we review "King Richard" and the controversy surrounding the film.

Review - "The Harder They Fall" Nov 17, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon does a deep dive with guest Jerry L. Barrow on the Black Western film, "The Harder They Fall" co-written and directed by Jeymes Samuel (currently streaming on Netflix).

What If Episode 9 Review Oct 07, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon is joined by Robert Young as they review the season finale of the Disney animated series "What If...?"

What If Episodes 7 and 8 Review Sep 30, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color changing the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they do a deep dive into episodes 7 and 8 of the Disney animated series "What If...?"

"Titans" Star Damaris Lewis Sep 16, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes actress Damaris Lewis who plays Blackfire on the hit HBOMax original series "Titans."

What If Episode 6 Killmonger Review Sep 15, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color changing the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they do a deep dive into episode 6 of the Disney animated series "What If..." titled "What If Killmonger Saved Tony Stark?"

Really Love Director Angel Kristi Williams And Screenwriter Felicia Pride Sep 10, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes "Really Love" director Angel Kristi Williams and screenwriter Felicia Pride. In "Really Love" a rising young painter (Kofi SIriboe)tries to break into the competitive art world while balancing an unexpected romance with a brilliant law student (Yootha Wong-Loi-Sing). "Really Love" is currently streaming on Netflix.

What If Episode 5 Marvel Zombies Review Sep 09, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color changing the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they do a deep dive into episode 5 of the Disney animated series "What If..."

Aurin Squire, Co-Executive Producer "Evil" "The Good Fight" Sep 06, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color changing the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this week's episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes Aurin Squire, co-executive producer and writer on both "Evil" and "The Good Fight."

What If Episode 4 Doctor Strange Supreme Review Sep 01, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they review episode 4 of the Disney animated series "What If?" titled What If Doctor Strange Lost His Heart Instead Of His Hands?

What If Episode 3 World's Mightiest Heroes Aug 26, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they review episode 3 of the Marvel animated series "What If..." and our thoughts on the "Spider-Man: No Way Home" trailer.

Ma Belle My Beauty - Black Love and Relationships on Film Aug 23, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes a special guest, Craig, as they review the Marion Hill film "Ma Belle, My Beauty" and the depiction of Black romance and non-traditional relationships in film.

What If Episode 2 - TChalla As Star Lord Aug 18, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they review episode 2 of the Disney animated series "What If?" with T'Challa as Star Lord. We also discuss Chadwick Boseman's indelible impact on the MCU and his career legacy.

"What If" Captain Carter Episode 1 review Aug 11, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they review episode 1 of the Disney animated series "What If?" where Peggy Carter becomes the first Super Solider instead of Steve Rogers.

Review of Loki Season 1 And Black Widow Movie Jul 28, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they review Season 1 of Loki, and how the appearance of Nathaniel Richards (Jonathan Majors)affects Phase 4 of the MCU. Also, a review of "Black Widow" film starring Scarlett Johansson.

Loki Episode 2 Review Jun 18, 2021

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and podcast. In this episode we do a deep dive of Episode 2 of "Loki" w/ guest Robert Young.

Loki Episode 1 Review Jun 11, 2021

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young as they do a deep dive into series premiere of the Disney original series "Loki" starring Tom Hiddleston, Owen Wilson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Wunmi Mosaku.

Quintessa Swindell "In Treatment" Jun 04, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes actor Quintessa Swindell to discuss Season 4 of the HBO series "In Treatment." We also discuss Quintessa's experience as a Black non-binary artist in Hollywood and their upcoming role as Cyclone in the upcoming "Black Adam" film with The Rock and Aldis Hodge.

The Future of Marvel w/ Anthony Breznican May 05, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes Vanity Fair special correspondent Anthony Breznican as they discuss the Phase 4 rollout and future of the Marvel shared universe.

Falcon And The Winter Soldier Episode 6 Review Apr 23, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes Robert Young as they do a deep dive of episode 6 of "Falcon And The Winter Soldier."

Falcon And The Winter Soldier Episode 5 Review Apr 18, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes Robert Young as they do a deep dive of episode 5 of "Falcon And The Winter Soldier."

Falcon and The Winter Soldier - Episode 4 Review Apr 09, 2021

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young, as they discuss episode 4 of "Falcon And The Winter Soldier "The Whole World Is Watching." Please note there are major spoilers in this episode!

Actress Adepero Oduye "Falcon and The Winter Soldier" Apr 08, 2021

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this week's episode host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon chats with actress Adepero Oduye who plays Sarah Wilson in the hit Disney Plus series "Falcon and The Winter Soldier."

Falcon and The Winter Soldier Episode 3 Review Apr 02, 2021

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young, as they discuss episode 3 of "Falcon And The Winter Soldier "The Power Broker." Please note there are major spoilers in this episode!

"Falcon and The Winter Soldier" Episode 2 Review Mar 26, 2021

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back Robert Young, as they discuss episode 2 of "Falcon And The Winter Soldier "The Star Spangled Man." Please note there are major spoilers in this episode!

Falcon And The Winter Soldier Review Mar 19, 2021

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon is joined by Robert Young, as they discuss the new Disney+ series "Falcon And The Winter Soldier" and how the MCU plans to tackle race in Phase 4. Please note there are major spoilers in this episode!

Polyamory In TV and Film With Ashley Ray Feb 22, 2021

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color who are disrupting the game in tv, film and pop cultures. In this episode we are joined by Ashley Ray, critic and host of TV I Say podcast, as we review the HBOMAX documentary "There Is No I In Threesome." We also examine Hollywood's depictions of non-monogamy and polyamory in tv and film.

"Sylvie's Love" - Writer/Director Eugene Ashe Dec 23, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, writer/director Eugene Ashe discusses his new film "Sylvie's Love" - a lush and sweeping period romance drama. "Sylvie's Love" premieres on Amazon streaming December 23, 2020. **film synopsis******************** Sylvie (Tessa Thompson has a summer romance with a saxophonist (Nnamdi Asomugha) who takes a summer job at her father's record store in Harlem. When they reconnect years later, they discover that their feelings for each other have not faded with the years.

Screenwriter Courttia Newland - "Small Axe" Nov 18, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, we chat with screenwriter Courttia Newland about his work on the Amazon anthology series "Small Axe" by Oscar winning director Steve McQueen. Newland discusses the importance of bringing West Indian culture to life on screen and collaborating with Steve McQueen.

Actor Parker Sawyers - "P-Valley" and "Monsoon" Nov 02, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with actor Parker Sawyers who co-stars in the upcoming film "Monsoon." We also discuss his role as Andre Watkins in the STARZ series "P-Valley" and playing a young Barack Obama in the 2016 critically acclaimed film "Southside With You." Synopsis for "Monsoon": Kit (Henry Golding), a young British Vietnamese man, returns to his birth country for the first time in over 30 years. He was just six years old when he and his family escaped Saigon as 'boat refugees' after the Vietnam War. No longer familiar with this country and unable to speak his native language, Kit embarks on a personal journey from Saigon to Hanoi in search of a place to scatter his parents’ ashes. Along the way he reconnects with his childhood friend Lee (David Tran) and falls for Lewis (Parker Sawyers), an American whose father had fought in the war. During his travels, Kit finally starts to connect to the memories of his parents and his own roots.

Actor Peter Kim - "The Forty Year Old Version" Oct 19, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon chats with actor/producer Peter Kim who co-stars in the Netflix original film "The Forty Year Old Version" written, directed and starring Radha Blank.

Lovecraft Country - Season 1 Finale Review Oct 19, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color changing the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon reviews the season finale of HBO series "Lovecraft Country"

Angel Manuel Soto - director "Charm City Kings" Oct 09, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with "Charm City Kings" director Angel Manuel Soto. "Charm City Kings" is currently streaming on HBO Max. Film synopsis: In this gritty coming-of-age drama, fourteen-year-old Mouse (Jahi Di’Allo Winston) desperately wants to join the Midnight Clique, an infamous group of Baltimore dirt-bike riders who rule the summertime streets. His older brother, Stro, was their top rider before his tragic death—a loss that consumes Mouse as much as his passion for bikes. Mouse’s mom (Teyonah Parris) and his police mentor, Detective Rivers (William Catlett), work overtime to help the charismatic teen reach his full potential, but when the Midnight Clique’s leader, Blax (Meek Mill), takes the boy under his wing, the lure of revving his own dirt bike skids Mouse toward a road way past the straight and narrow.

Review -"The Forty Year Old Version" Oct 09, 2020

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode Jerry L. Barrow ("Fathers Who Bother" podcast) joins host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon as they review "The Forty Year Old Version" and themes of Black creative freedom and White gatekeepers. *film synopsis** Radha, a down-on-her-luck NY playwright, is desperate for a breakthrough before 40. But when she foils what seems like her last shot at success, she’s left with no choice but to reinvent herself as rapper RadhaMUSPrime. The Forty Year Old Version follows Radha as she vacillates between the worlds of Hip Hop and theater on a quest to find her true voice.

Lovecraft Country Episode 8 - Screenwriter Ihuoma Ofordire Oct 05, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with screenwriter Ihuoma Ofordire about episode 8 of the HBO series "Lovecraft Country."

"Lovecraft Country" Episode 7 - Screenwriter Shannon M. Houston Sep 28, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge, where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with screenwriter Shannon M. Houston on crafting Episode 7 of the acclaimed HBO series "Lovecraft Country."

Sujata Day - Writer/Director "Definition Please" Sep 16, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with Sujata Day - writer/director and star of her feature film debut "Definition Please." Day shares her journey of being an Asian-American filmmaker, exploring themes of mental health in her film and collaborating with Black creatives in Hollywood.

Ruby Uninterrupted: Black Female Rage in "Lovecraft Country" Sep 14, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon moderates a roundtable discussion with fellow tv critics, Shannon L. Miller, Joelle Monique and Clarkisha Kent as they deep dive into Episode 5 of the HBO series "Lovecraft Country." *WARNING - please note there are major spoilers and discussion of rape and sexual violence*****

"It's Family Business" -Generational Trauma in Lovecraft Country Aug 30, 2020

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color of disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, we discuss themes of generational trauma and abuse in the HBO series "Lovecraft Country" with guest Vilissa Thompson, LMSW. Thompson is a licensed social worker and creator of Ramp Your Voice, which advocates for the Black disabled community.

Justina Machado and Rhenzy Feliz - "All Together Now" Aug 28, 2020

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast, where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we speak with actors Justina Machado ("One Day At A Time") and Rhenzy Feliz (Marvel's "The Runaway") who star in the Netflix original film "All Together Now" which premieres Friday, August 28th.

The Spectrum Lounge - Staff Writer Aiyana White "Lucifer" Aug 26, 2020

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with Aiyana White, staff writer of the hit Netflix series "Lucifer."

Actress Lesley-Ann Brandt "Lucifer" Aug 21, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. On this episode, we chat with actress Lesley-Ann Brandt who play Mazikeen on the hit Netflix series "Lucifer.

Actor DB Woodside - "Lucifer" Aug 19, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode, host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon chats with actor D.B. Woodside, who plays the angel Amenadiel in the hit Netflix series, "Lucifer." DB shares scoop on Season 5 and how Black Lives Matter has impacted Hollywood.

Lovecraft Country Review with Kellee Terrell Aug 16, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. On this episode host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes writer and filmmaker Kellee Terrell as they do a deep dive into the season premiere of the highly anticipated horror series "Lovecraft Country."

DIrector Gina Prince-Bythewood "The Old Guard" Jul 28, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we welcome director Gina Prince-Bythewood to discuss her work on the Netflix original film "The Old Guard." We chat about Prince-Bythewood's making history as the first Black woman director to helm a major comic book film adaptation, queer representation on film and the challenge to depict more Black actresses in lead action roles.

The Spectrum Lounge - Actress MaameYaa Boafo Jun 19, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with actress MaameYaa Boafo from the Hulu critically acclaimed series "Ramy." We discuss the depiction of Black Muslims in Hollywood, working with Oscar winning actor Mahershala Ali and series creator Ramy Youssef. The Pakistani-born Ghanian actress also shares her acting journey and her optimism for the future of Black creatives in Hollywood.

Insecure Season 4 recap Final Mix Jun 17, 2020

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture! In this episode we welcome back Jerry L. Barrow as we do a deep dive critique of Season 4 of the HBO hit series "Insecure."

"Uncorked" Prentice Penny and Mamoudou Athie Jun 04, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we highlight creative of colors disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we speak with Prentice Penny who makes his directorial debut with "Uncorked" - a young man who is torn between his dream of becoming a master wine sommelier and running the family barbecue restaurant business. We also chat with actor Mamoudou Athie who plays the lead role of Elijah. "Uncorked" is currently streaming on Netflix.

Actor Kelvin Harrison Jr. "The High Note" May 25, 2020

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with actor Kelvin Harrison Jr. who stars in the musical romantic comedy "The High Note." We discuss working with Tracee Ellis Ross, tackling controversial roles that challenge the Black image in cinema and the importance of Black criticism.

Davita Scarlett - Writer/ Producer "The Good Fight" May 14, 2020

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with writer/producer Davita Scarlett about writing for the critically acclaimed CBS AllAccess series "The Good Fight" and her deal with Reese Witherspoon's production company "Hello Sunshine"

Actress/Comedian Kimrie Lewis "Single Parents" May 13, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with actress/comedian Kimrie Lewis who plays Poppy Banks on the ABC comedy series "Single Parents."

Actor Jake Choi "Single Parents" May 12, 2020

Welcome to The Spectrum Lounge where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with actor Jake Choi, who plays the sweet and lovable Miggy Park on the ABC family comedy "Single Parents." We explore the stereotypes and stigmas attached to depictions of polyamory/non-monogamy on the small and big screen, and what it's like to be an openly queer and pansexual actor in Hollywood.

Khalil Sullivan - Queer Harlem Renaissance Project May 11, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with producer Khalil Sullivan of Shoga films about the Queer Harlem Renaissance project which explores the unsung heroes of the LGBTQ+ artistic community.

Actor Nyambi Nyambi "The Good Fight" May 07, 2020

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge podcast where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we chat with actor Nyambi Nyambi who plays investigator Jay DiPersia on the critically acclaimed CBS All Access series "The Good Fight."

Joe Robert Cole - Writer/Director "All Day And A Night May 03, 2020

Welcome to a brand new episode of "The Spectrum Lounge" where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. In this episode we talk to Emmy nominated writer/director Joe Robert Cole ("Black Panther", "The People vs. OJ Simpson")about his Netflix directorial debut with the emotionally gripping drama "All Day And A Night." In the film, A young man embarks on a journey of self-discovery after landing in the same prison as his father.

"Little Fires Everywhere" Shannon M. Houston Apr 22, 2020

Welcome to Episode 16 of the Spectrum Lounge - where we discuss creatives of color disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. Our guest Shannon M. Houston is a writer/producer of the critically acclaimed Hulu series "Little Fires Everywhere" and chats with host ReBecca Theodore-Vachon on adapting Celeste Ng's best-selling novel to the small screen and the importance of having Black women in the writers' room and behind the camera.

The Spectrum Lounge - BlackAF Review and Insecure Season 4 recap Apr 20, 2020

In this episode host ReBecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes back BET.com Entertainment editor as we recap the Season 4 premiere of "Insecure" followed by an in-depth critique of the controversial new Netflix series "BlackAF" and the debate regarding Rashida Jones.

Episode 15 - Roundtable Discussion of "Us" Apr 02, 2019

On episode 15 of The Spectrum Lounge, JustLatasha and Erica Mann of AuroreTV, film critic Kyle A.B. and BET.com's Jerry L. Barrow break down the symbolism and themes of Jordan Peele's latest thriller, "Us."

Episode 14 - "Love, Death and Robots" Review Apr 02, 2019

On episode 14 of "The Spectrum Lounge" we welcome back Bet.com Entertainment Editor Jerry Barrow as we count down our favorite episodes of the new Netflix animated sci-fi anthology "Love, Death And Robots"

Episode 13 - 2019 Oscars Recap Mar 06, 2019

Welcome to Episode 13 of The Spectrum Lounge. Host ReBecca Theodore-Vachon is joined by film critic Candice Frederick, Clayton Davis of Awards Circuit and The Latino Entertainment Journalists Association, and Frederick Joseph, creator of the Black Panther Challenge and the Captain Marvel Challenge as they share their thoughts on up the trailer of the upcoming film "Best of Enemies" and Hollywood's continual problem with racial reconcilation films. Also, a recap of the 2019 Oscars, and the controversy surrounding Steven Spielberg and Netflix.

The Spectrum Lounge Ep 12 - director Barry Jenkins Dec 15, 2018

On episode 12 of The Spectrum Lounge we are honored to have Oscar winning director Barry Jenkins to chat about his latest release "If Beale Street Could Talk." Barry shares his experience in adapting James Baldwin's 1974 novel, the feminine gaze in cinema, colorism and the redemptive power of Black love.

The Spectrum Lounge Episode 11 - Reviews of "Jinn" and "Green Book" Nov 21, 2018

On episode 11 of "The Spectrum Lounge" we welcome back film critics Candice Frederick, Erica Mann and BET.com Entertainment Editor Jerry L. Barrow . We review the coming of age drama "Jinn" directed by Nijla Mu'Min which explores the Muslim experience in America. We also review "Green Book" and is it guilty of being another "White Savior" film .

The Spectrum Lounge Ep 10 - "WIDOWS" Review Nov 19, 2018

On episode 10 of "The Spectrum Lounge" - host ReBecca Theodore-Vachon is joined by film critics Candice Frederick, Erica Mann and BET.com Entertainment Editor Jerry L. Barrow as they do a deep dive into Steve McQueen's heist thriller "Widows"!

The Spectrum Lounge Episode 9 - "Insecure" star Alexander Hodge Sep 21, 2018

Actor Alexander Hodge chats with host ReBecca Theodore-Vachon about his new role as Andrew on the hit HBO series "Insecure", working with creator Issa Rae and co-star Yvonne Orji ("Molly").

The Spectrum Lounge Episode 8 - The Harriet Tubman casting controversy Sep 19, 2018

On episode 8 of The Spectrum Lounge host ReBecca Theodore-Vachon is joined by filmmaker Erica Mann, pop culture critic Clarkisha Kent and BET.com Entertainment Jerry L. Barrow as they tackle the debate over Cynthia Erivo, a Nigerian British actress cast to play the role of Harriet Tubman, an African-American Civil War hero. Should non-American Black actors be allowed to play real life Black American icons?

Spectrum Lounge Episode 7 - Cheo Hodari Coker, Part 2 Jul 02, 2018

Welcome to episode 7 of The Spectrum Lounge. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon speaks with creator, executive producer and showrunner Cheo Hodari Coker of the Netflix series, Luke Cage. Listen to this in-depth discussion about Season 2 where we continue our discussion on the use of the N-word, the importance of women directors and how Cheo ensures a safe working environment for women creatives in light of the Times Up and Me Too movements. Music by: NStens1117 on YouTube. Visit their channel - www.youtube.com/channel/UCR0rr17_gU-7JOBrOxQnarg

Spectrum Lounge Episode 6 - Cheo Hodari Coker, Part 1 Jun 25, 2018

Welcome to episode 6 of The Spectrum Lounge. Host Rebecca Theodore-Vachon speaks with creator, executive producer and showrunner Cheo Hodari Coker of the Netflix series, Luke Cage. Music by: NStens1117 on YouTube. Visit their channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR0rr17_gU-7JOBrOxQnarg **WARNING: this episode contains major spoilers, as well as frank discussions of sexual abuse**

The Spectrum Lounge Episode 5 - Dear White People Season 2 Jun 01, 2018

Welcome to Episode 5 of The Spectrum Lounge where we discuss creatives of color changing and disrupting the game in tv, film and pop culture. Host ReBecca Theodore-Vachon welcomes BET.com Entertainment Editor Jerry L. Barrow to review Season 2 of Dear White People.

The Spectrum Lounge Episode 4 - Lewis Tan May 11, 2018

Welcome to Episode 4 of The Spectrum Lounge! Our guest is actor and martial artist Lewis Tan, who is featured as freedom fighter Gaius Chau on the AMC hit "Into The Badlands" and in "Deadpool 2" as Shatterstar.

The Spectrum Lounge Episode 3 - Infinity War Review May 01, 2018

WARNING: This episode contants MAJOR SPOILERS In Episode 3 of The Spectrum Lounge, host ReBecca Theodore-Vachon reviews Marvel's epic superhero crossover "Infinity War" with guests, Jerry L. Barrow (BET.com), Fred T. Joseph (creator of The Black Panther Challenge) and Stephanie Williams (host of The Lemonade Show podcast and former co-host of Misty Knight's Uninformed Afro) Credits: Intro music courtesy of Dangerous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wD2DoGZNAcM&list=RDwD2DoGZNAcM&start_radio=1 Outro music courtesy Lonelez TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNpQKmKfe9o

Spectrum Lounge Episode 2 - Shannon Houston Apr 13, 2018

Welcome to the second episode of The Spectrum Lounge! Our guest is Shannon M. Houston. Shannon shares how she made the transition from tv/film criticism to writing for HULU's "The Looming Tower" and the upcoming supernatural series "Lovecraft Country" from producer Jordan Peele.

Spectrum Lounge Ep 1 - King Noire Apr 12, 2018

Welcome to the Spectrum Lounge where we chat with creatives of color changing and disrupting the game in Hollywood! In our first episode, host ReBecca Theodore-Vachon speaks with King Noire, co-creator of Royal Fetish Productions where people of color are centered in passionate and erotic films. We also discuss discrimination in the adult entertainment industry and how sexuality is depicted on tv and film. ***Please note: adult content on this podcast. NSFW****

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