Today, we talk about a set of twins (who are not Lynne and Leslie) who had to fight vampires and racists all of that as we talk the the brilliant "Sinners" with our brilliant guest: writer and actor Latisha Jones. This was such a good conversation that we looked at the clock and realized we weren't anywhere near done, and scheduled a second episode to finish (which you will here next week). There are so many layers to this movie, and we tried to dig into some of them. We hope you like it, and that you join us for next week.

Latisha Jones is a Writer, Actor and Educator. And host of “Interspectional”, a podcast where she discusses the sci-fi/fantasy media through a social justice lens. You can find her on Instagram.

Today, we discuss CBS' reality juggernaut, "Big Brother" with our guest, leadership expert John Poitevent! And you didn't have to uproot your life and live in a house with strangers for months: you just have to listen to this episode. Enjoy! This was a great conversation.

John has a passion for helping leaders and organizations achieve the fullness of their unique potential. For over 30 years he has worked in a variety of roles with non-profits and faith based organizations. Through The Vocari Group, he helps teams gain mission clarity, discover new possibilities and experience breakthroughs. His work has taken him to all fifty states and 15 countries, most recently facilitating a Small Business Bootcamp in Suubi, Uganda. In his free time John loves exploring and experiencing the great outdoors. On a long weekend you'll likely find him camping, biking, hiking, kayaking or fly fishing.

You can find out more about John and what he does at https://www.vocarigroup.com/.

We are so excited to be talking about 1986's outer space adventure about a fierce woman and her associates fighting with extraterrestrials, "Aliens" because our guest is 3-time Fine Beats and Cheeses guest, and our friend, cartoonist, graphic novelist, and reality TV legend, Judd Winick. This is a long one because we all like to talk, and then Sam had to leave early, so Leslie and Judd and Lynne kept going, and Sam has forgiven us. Right, Sam? But anyway, it's awesome and we adore Judd and we hope you love this episode!

Judd Winick is a screenwriter and an award-winning cartoonist. Judd has scripted issues of bestselling comic series, including Batman, Green Lantern, Green Arrow, Justice League, and Star Wars, and has also been head writer on the Hulu network’s animated series, The Awesomes. Judd also appeared as a cast member of MTV’s The Real World: San Francisco and is the author of the highly acclaimed graphic novel Pedro and Me, about his Real World roommate and friend, AIDS activist Pedro Zamora. He is also the author of kid graphic novels series, "Hilo". He lives in San Francisco with his wife, Pam Ling; their two kids; and their cats, Chaka and Sleestak.

You can find him on Instagram, Facebook, and here!

This week, it's all things Carrie Bradshaw and crew as we talk "And Just Like That", the continuation of HBO's classic series, "Sex and the City" with our guest (and friend from Lynne and Leslie's days in church teen choir), Dawn Davis. Note: we did an episode on SATC when AJLT was in its earlier days, but are revisiting that universe now! This was a really good talk about friendship, legacy, and returning to things you previously loved (and all that comes with that). Enjoy!

Dawn Davis grew up as both a corporate army brat and preacher’s kid, weaving her active imagination and colorful experiences into short stories while still in elementary school. In semi retirement she works as an assistant to a real estate broker. When she’s not writing, working, or wrangling life, she can be found by the water with a good book and a glass of champagne. Dawn lives in Annapolis with her husband, children, and dog. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram.

Something IS out there as we talk 2000s pretty teen alien TV drama, "Roswell", with our guest, Nichole Land. This was such a fun one and you will love it!

Nichole says:

My name is Nichole Land. I am a Rockville, Maryland Resident. I work at Montgomery College, a Community College in Montgomery County, MD where I was just recently promoted to the position of Executive Associate II of the Vice President of Workforce Development & Continuing Education. I have work at the College for 9 years. I was also a student at Montgomery College, later obtaining a bachelors degree from Maryland University and then a master's degree from Morgan State University. I began my career at a non-profit called Interfaith Works, specializing in wraparound homeless services in Montgomery County, before coming to Montgomery College. My passion is in Education and uplifting the community through faith, education, and a helping hand. Some of my hobbies include listening to music, attending concerts, plays, traveling and sitting by the Ocean. Oh, and eating a good meal! :)

Get your Shbop Shbop on today and gather around the street lamp with your friends as we explore the delightful tones of Doo Wop music with our friend, author and podcaster, Emily Edwards. Fun show!

Emily J. Edwards earned her degree in Writing, Literature, and Publishing from Emerson College and took the long road to becoming an author, working for over a decade as a wine and spirits journalist, radio producer, and co-host of the podcast, Ticklish Business. She currently resides in Los Angeles with her husband, and several quadrupeds. Pronouns: she/her/hers

You can find Emily on Facebook and Instagram!

Venture back to September 2023 where we talked to our friend Geraldine DeRuiter about the Piano Man himself, Billy Joel. This episode was joy.

We've wanted to do this episode for The Longest Time: we talk about Billy Joel!! WE LOVE HIM, and so does our guest, culture writer Geraldine DeRuiter. We talk about the relatability, joy, and thoughtfulness of his music, and why it holds up. Such fun.

Geraldine DeRuiter is the James Beard Award-winning food and culture writer behind Everywhereist.com and the author of All Over the Place: Adventures in Travel, True Love, and Petty Theft and If You Can't Take the Heat: Tales of Food, Feminism, and Fury (which Lynne listened to on Audible and was sad when it was over). Her writing has appeared in The Washington Post, The New Yorker’s “Daily Shouts,” Marie Claire, and Refinery 29, and a few other places.

You can find Geraldine at her website, The Everywherist, on Facebook, and Instagram.

Join us as we avenge Keanu Reeve's movie dog as we talk the first installment of the sensitive hitman movie series, "John Wick", with returning guest and friend of the show, Robin Peace. We talk revenge, the cutest dog in the world, grief, the awesomeness of the aforementioned Mr. Reeves, and more. Check it out.

Robin is the author and poet, R. R. Peace who published her debut fantasy novel, The Geldian Prophecy: Ascendence last August and published a book of poetry this July called Diary of a Black GenXer: 1990-1999. She currently lives in Maryland with her cat, Oreo, who would definitely go John Wick on anyone who tries to hurt him!

You can find Robin on Facebook, Instagram, and on her website!