Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop Culture

Shine Bright: Danyel Smith Apr 06, 2022

Back for a bonus episode! Join me as I talk with Danyel Smith, author, writer, and host of the Black Girl Songbook podcast about her brand new book, Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop!
We discuss the impactful careers of three of the many women highlighted in the book- Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, and Stephanie Mills. Later, we talk about Danyel's connection to these three women, and get up close and personal with her about the music she loves!
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Film Review Finale: Black Girlhood In Southern Gothic Films Mar 23, 2022

On this season's film review finale episode, we talk about Southern Black Gothic movies centered around black girlhood- specifically Beloved and Eve's Bayou. We're back with a BRAND NEW SEASON on 5.11.22! ⁠
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Black Beauty Pageants Part Two: Miss Black USA Mar 16, 2022

Today's episode is the second and final part of a two-part series on the history of black beauty pageants! This one talks about Miss Black USA, the uniqueness of the pageant's mission, and controversy over the years.
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Black Beauty Pageants Part One: Miss Black America Mar 09, 2022

Today's episode is the first part of a two-part series on the history of black beauty pageants! Today, we talk about the inception of Miss Black America pageant and how it progressed over the years.
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Fashion's Hidden Figure: Zelda Wynn Valdes Mar 02, 2022

On this week's episode, we talk about the life and career of Zelda Wynn Valdes, her black starlet clientele, and the innovative moves she made to propel the fashion world forward.
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Crime Crossover: Sadia Morrison Feb 23, 2022

Sadia Morrison was a promising, determined, young stylist and image consultant with a very bright future. Then, she was found behind the Highbridge Projects in the Bronx. What happened to Sadia? Trigger Warning: in this episode, we discuss the topics of suicide and murder.
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Black Betty Boop: Baby Esther Feb 16, 2022

Today's episode talks about the short (or was it?) life of Esther 'Baby Esther' Jones, the young black singer, dancer, and entertainer who was the inspiration behind the iconic Betty Boop character.
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BONUS: Let's Talk About Black Girl Luxury... Feb 09, 2022

This week we've got a bonus episode centered around the Black Girl Luxury phenomenon currently taking the Internet by storm. Where did it come from? What defines 'luxury'? Is the popularity of this 'movement' helpful or harmful (or a mix of both) for black girls?
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Foxy Lady: Lithofayne Pridgon Feb 02, 2022

Today's episode is all about artist and muse Lithofayne Pridgon, also known as 'Fayne' or 'Faye.' We talk her childhood in Dirty Spoon, GA, moving to the big city, and her relationships with Willie John, Sam Cooke, and of course, Jimi Hendrix.
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Miss Freek-A-Leek: Esther Baxter Jan 26, 2022

Today we're talking Esther Baxter- one of the most recognizable and successful video vixens to ever do it! Let's talk about her early life, how she got into urban modeling, her acting career, and what she's up to now.
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Model Behavior: Alek Wek Jan 19, 2022

Today's episode follows the life of Sudanese supermodel Alek Wek. We discuss her life in Wau, Sudan, being discovered in a market, and her ongoing career as a supermodel, muse, and humanitarian.
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Pronounced Jah-Nay: Zhané Jan 12, 2022

SEASON 5! Let's talk about short-lived 90's girl group duo, Zhane, their rise to fame, their breakup, and the success both members had outside of the group.
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BONUS: The Tragic Story Of Ruthie Mae McCoy And The Murder That Inspired Candyman Oct 30, 2021

Halloween edition bonus episode, focusing on the real events that inspired the urban legend cult classic film, Candyman. Ruthie Mae McCoy was a poor, black woman living with schizophrenia in the Abbott Homes on the west side of Chicago when she was brutally murdered. What happened?
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Film Review Finale: Black Girl Group Movies Sep 15, 2021

THE SEASON 4 FINALE IS HERE! This film review episode focuses on movies about black girl singing groups, specifically Dreamgirls and Sparkle! We will talk about the original Dreamgirls musical and movie remake, then get into the original Sparkle film and the 2012 remake, ending with the Instagram Story poll answers from y'all! I'll be BACK for SEASON FIVE (STILL can't believe it!) on 12.1.21 , but look out for bonus episodes until then!
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Hip Hop Havens: The Tunnel Nightclub (Bonus Episode) Sep 08, 2021

Taking a break from the usual Vixen content for a bonus episode! This is all about the history of the legendary NYC hip-hop hotspot The Tunnel, the mega-club responsible for breaking many records, artists, and bottles. Meet me here next Wednesday for the finale!

Connie Girl: Connie Fleming Sep 01, 2021

Today's episode is all about Connie Fleming AKA Connie Girl- artist, supermodel, legendary figure of the downtown NYC scene, the most well-known nightclub door girl, and so much more!
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Black Women, Blaxploitation Films: Brenda Sykes & Vonetta McGee Aug 25, 2021

Back to blaxploitation! Today we discuss the lives and careers of 'blacktresses' and queens of the film genre, Brenda Sykes and Vonetta McGee.
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Nollywood Diva: Genevieve Nnaji Aug 18, 2021

Let's get into Nollywood's highest paid actress, Genevieve Nnaji! Called "Nigeria's Julia Roberts" by Oprah, Genevieve is also an activist, producer, singer, director, a true doll.
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Strength Of A Woman: Phyllis Hyman Aug 11, 2021

The story of the late, great Phyllis Hyman, a legend gone way too soon. We talk about her upbringing in Pittsburgh, how she worked the jazz circuit in Miami & ⁠NYC, getting signed, and more about her career and personal life. TW: this episode discusses drug ab*se, mental ab*se, depression, bipolar disorder, and suic*de. Please feel free to skip this episode if you feel you should.
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Anniversary: Happy Birthday, Vixen! Aug 04, 2021

In the very first anniversary episode, I share some unreleased stories on Azizi Johari- former Playmate, model, and actress, as well as Marie Bryant, legendary professional dancer. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, VIXEN!!!!
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Pop Princess: Samantha Mumba Jul 28, 2021

Irish pop princess Samantha Mumba is the focus of today's episode- let's talk about her meteoric rise to fame, the transition to acting that might have hurt her, her juicy love life, and what she's up to now!
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Crime Crossover: Thelma Wright Jul 21, 2021

Thelma Wright was pretty, popular, and a promising athlete. After her beloved husband, drug kingpin Jackie Wright was murdered, Thelma was left behind to pick up the pieces, becoming quite the queenpin in her own right.
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Poe Little Rich Girl: Jacki O Jul 14, 2021

This episode focuses in on Jacki-O, Miami-born hardcore femme rapper turned minister. We discuss her fast rise to stardom, beef with another rap star, label troubles, and how she found religion.
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The #Zola Effect: The Greatest Digital Story Ever's Impact *AD FREE!* Jul 07, 2021

I'm baaaack! Let's kick off Season 4 by reflecting on the lasting impact of the greatest Twitter story ever told, #TheStory by A'Ziah King! We cover how the story sent the Internet into a frenzy, set the trend for digital storytelling as we know it, and ushered in a new wave of black girls being open, honest, and candid on the timeline.
Vixen is ecstatic to partner with A24 on the release of the Zola movie, inspired by the series of tweets discussed in today's episode. Go see Zola in theaters NOW and let me know what you think!

Film Review Finale: Sex Positive Black Girls In Film May 12, 2021

It's that time again- this time, we discuss the following movies; Girl 6, Just Another Girl On The IRT, and She's Gotta Have It! We talk about the importance of films and shows focused on black girlhood, comparable movies and shows from recent times, results from a poll on all three films, and a Q&A at the end. It's the finale episode yet again- the show is BACK 7/7/21!!!!
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The Instagram Baddie Effect: Bonus May 05, 2021

Back with a bonus! This episode touches on the Insta-Surgeon, the racist aspect behind the ‘Instagram face’, Instagram subcultures that are currently targeting black women, and the NERVE of that family of sisters.
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Crime Crossover: Beverly 'Shamecca' Ash Apr 28, 2021

Today's episode covers the short life and tragic murder of Beverly 'Shamecca' Ash, the fashionable fly girl from Harlem at the center of a love triangle alongside two very famous drug dealers.
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Supermodel Status: Beverly Johnson Apr 21, 2021

In this week's episode, we discuss the life and times of supermodel Beverly Johnson, from her legendary Vogue covers, consistently speaking out on issues faced by black models, her time as the top model in the world, relationships with her peers, and her struggles with drug use, depression, and more.
Memoir: "The Face That Changed It All: A Memoir" by Beverly Johnson
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The Instagram Baddie Effect: Part Two Apr 14, 2021

This is the final episode of the two part series! This one covers how black Instagram models monetized the app, the businesses launched from their promotions, the exploitation of black models from the brands they put on, and includes the results from the Instagram Story poll and Q&A we did a few weeks back. ***LONG EPISODE ALERT AGAIN LOL***
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The Instagram Baddie Effect: Part One Apr 07, 2021

This episode focuses on the rise of the Instagram app, includes a discussion of the black women that made it what is is, how they helped create the influencer marketing industry, the pitfalls of Instagram culture, and how it is affecting young black women. Part two next week! ⁠***LONG EPISODE ALERT (did a lot of ranting lol)!***
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Sex Tape Scandals: Mel B Mar 31, 2021

In honor of our "Black Women And Sex Tape Scandals" IG live tonight, it was only right to do another sex tape scandal episode. This week we cover Mel B's sex tape nightmare fueled by her estranged husband, and have a quick conversation on the effects of revenge porn.

Dancehall Diva: Patra Mar 24, 2021

Patra helped bring dancehall to American mainstream pop culture, influenced black women to embrace their queendom, featured on top tracks, was close with the most beloved rap artists, and got arrested all in a few short years.
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Media Maven: Downtown Julie Brown Mar 17, 2021

Another episode on black women in media! Let's get into black media doll Miss Downtown Julie Brown! We talk about her pre-MTV music gigs, her move from London to NY to LA, and the wild times on the Club MTV Tour.
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Star Trek Starlet: Nichelle Nichols Mar 10, 2021

Let's discuss the interesting life of Nichelle Nichols, the first black woman to play a lead role on Star Trek. My main source for this episode was Nichelle's memoir, "Beyond Uhura: Star Trek and Other Memories", check it out!!!
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Pop Princesses: Blaque Mar 01, 2021

WE'RE BACK, WITH A EARLY EPISODE! Kicking off season three with the story of pop girl group Blaque. One day they're on top of the world, and the next it's shelved albums, bad deals, and multiple tragedies. What went wrong?
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Film Review Finale: Black Sisterhood In Sitcoms Jan 20, 2021

The ultimate Living Single and Girlfriends face off, complete with an analyzation of the friendships between both groups of women, comparable shows from recent times, and results from a poll and Q&A with the listeners. It's the finale episode, we'll be back 3/3/21- in the meantime, join the book club and follow on Instagram!
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Greatest Sepia Piano Player: Gladys Bentley Jan 13, 2021

Gladys Bentley was a blues singer, pianist, and drag king during the Harlem Renaissance and the McCarthy Era, and a LGBTQ icon.
"I'm A Woman Again" from Ebony Magazine (By Gladys Bentley): https://www.queermusicheritage.com/bentley6.html
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Tip Drill: The Uncut Video Effect Jan 06, 2021

Let's talk about controversy behind Nelly's Tip Drill video, a brief history of BET Uncut, and the impact the video had on the students at Spelman.
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Best Of 2020: Round Up Episode Dec 23, 2020

Closing out 2020 with a round up of some of my top moments from my favorite episodes! We discuss the jezebel stereotype, illicit eroticism, sexuality shaming, the complications of the mother/daughter relationship, and more.
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Black Burlesque Babes: Jean Idelle & Toni Elling Dec 16, 2020

In the first episode of the Vixen series about black women in burlesque, we discuss the origins of black women participating in the dance form, as well as two of the industry's trailblazers.
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The Vixen That Told It All: Karrine Steffans Part Two Dec 09, 2020

The second and final episode on Karrine Steffans! We close it out the backlash from Confessions of a Video Vixen, more high-profile relationships, more book deals, and the wave of hip-hop tell-alls post- Confessions.
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The Vixen That Told It All: Karrine Steffans Part One Dec 02, 2020

The most requested episode yet....Part One of Karrine Steffans, the infamous hip-hop socialite who spilled all the tea. We discuss her early life, stint as a 'stripper to the stars', her transformation into hip-hop socialite, as well as her relationships with multiple high-profile celebrities.
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Vintage Playmate: Darine Stern Nov 25, 2020

Another iconic black woman of Playboy! We had to talk about Darine Stern, the subject of the most iconic cover of Playboy to date, and her career Post-Playmate.
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The Original Foxy Brown: Pam Grier Nov 18, 2020

"She's brown sugar & spice..but if you don't treat her nice, she'll put you on ice!" Let's talk about Pam Grier's iconic roles, high-profile relationships, and how she changed the narrative for women in blaxploitation films.
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Female Rapper Fallouts: Foxy Brown & Lil' Kim Nov 11, 2020

Missed us? WE'RE BACK! Kicking off Season 2 with a timeline and analysis of the beef between mega superstars, fashion icons, and rap princesses, Foxy Brown and Lil' Kim.
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Film Review Finale: The Video Vixen Oct 07, 2020

EPISODE TEN, THE FINALE! The podcast returns 11/11/20. You all loved the video vixen episodes from this season, so it was only right to end with more content! We discuss films/documentaries that cover the ins and outs of the hip hop model industry, do a little podcast Q&A, and give more info on the short hiatus, as well as the new content that will be on our Instagram. This is bittersweet but we're back in just a few short weeks!
Films Mentioned: VIDEO GIRL, BET: VIXEN, VH1 NEWS PRESENTS: HIP HOP VIDEOS: SEXPLOITATION ON THE SET, KISS AND TAIL: HOLLYWOOD JUMP OFF
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Baywatch Babe: Traci Bingham Sep 30, 2020

In the episode before the season finale, we discuss Traci Bingham, Baywatch, Playboy, and the rise of black bimbo culture on Instagram.
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Dark Skinned Icon: Buffie The Body Sep 23, 2020

EPISODE EIGHT! Video vixen and dark skinned icon Buffie The Body is the subject. We cover Buffie's rise, colorism in the hip hop model industry, her "beef" with a certain fellow video vixen, and what she's up to now.
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Black Bond Girls: Gloria Hendry & Trina Parks Sep 16, 2020

Black women in 007 films! We talk about how Gloria & Trina were casted, their careers post-Bond, and The Bond Girl Curse.
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Video Vixen Blueprint: Melyssa Ford Sep 09, 2020

Today's episode focuses on Melyssa Ford, the highest paid video vixen! We talk about her being the one to make the video vixen game profitable, her career post-videos, the downfall of the video vixen industry, and her impact on today's Instagram model.
P.S: Melyssa did NOT drive a Honda Accord!
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Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos
Vixen Resistin': Redefining Black Womanhood in Hip-Hop Music Videos: https://www.jstor.org/stable/25704091
How to Succeed in Videos Without Really Dancing: https://www.nytimes.com/2004/05/02/style/how-to-succeed-in-videos-without-really-dancing.html

Supermodel Status: Donyale Luna Sep 02, 2020

Donyale Luna, the first black model to appear on the cover of Vogue, is the subject for Episode 5! We talk about her rise to supermodel stardom, being a muse to Andy Warhol and Salvador Dali, and her struggle with drug addiction.
Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS
Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM
Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos

Media Maven: Ananda Lewis Aug 26, 2020

Let's talk about the reigning black it girl of the 2000's, Ananda Lewis! We discuss how Prince was an Ananda stan, her extensive resume, and why she disappeared from the limelight.

Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS
Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM
Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos

Sex Tape Scandals: Nicole Narain Aug 19, 2020

This week's episode follows video vixen and former Playmate Nicole Narain, her relationship with actor Colin Farrell, and her involvement in one of the biggest sex tape scandals of the early 2000's. We discuss the concept of illicit eroticism, using beauty for upward mobility, and how sex tapes affect black women versus their counterparts.

Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS
Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM
Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos

World's Most Famous Showgirl: Lola Falana Aug 11, 2020

This week we discuss the the most famous showgirl in the world, spaghetti western films, and the king of bad bitches Sammy Davis Jr.
P.S: This episode is on the short side- next week's will be a lot longer!
Follow Vixen on Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS
Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM
Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos

Pioneer Playboy Bunny: Jennifer Jackson Aug 02, 2020

The first episode! Today, we discuss the life and career of Jennifer Jackson, former Playboy Bunny and the first black woman to grace the magazine's pages, as well as a brief history of the brand and their clubs.

Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS
Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM
Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos
Gloria Steinem's "A Bunny's Tale": http://dlib.nyu.edu/undercover/bunnys-tale-gloria-steinem-show-magazine

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