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Browntown
Hosted by Madeleine French · EN
This is Browntown where we discuss politics, pop culture, and poppin bottles. Join Ishmam, Chet, and Anika as we cheers to Riz Ahmed and drink to forget Dinesh D'Souza.
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10 - No, Let's Talk about Victoria Justice
Dec 6, 201800:57:17Tap to summarizeThe Browntown boos are back from their hiatus to discuss the christian missionary killed on North Sentinel Island, Denmark’s sequestering of refugees, and Amazon’s move to NY. Ishmam, Anika, and Chet then give a nuanced critique of Ariana Grande’s “thank u, next” video and an unsolicited update on what Frankie Muniz has been up to.
Transcribe →9 - Welcome to the Hills Bitch
Oct 5, 201801:02:13Tap to summarizeTrigger Warning - This episode will contain discussion of sexual assault and rape. Join Browntown this week as we do a special women’s take-over segment with producers Maddy and Caroline to chat about our feelings on the Kavanaugh hearings. Next, Chet, Anika, and Ishmam break down male allyship during national events such as this and how to avoid only supporting your female friends when it’s the trendy thing to do. The crew then takes a breather from the hard stuff to dive into some rapid fire pop culture topics. Pop Pop! Music Featured: Heartburn - Jarami Remix by Wafia Tints (feat. Kendrick Lamar) by Anderson .Paak
Transcribe →8 - Only the Second Baby I've Held
Sep 25, 201801:02:02Tap to summarizeAnika, Ishmam, and Chet are back from their summer hiatus to discuss Christine Blasey Ford's decision to testify at the Brett Kavanaugh Supreme Court confirmation hearing and to weigh in on the U.S. Open Women's Final. They later dive in to Louie C.K.'s return to comedy and dish on their favorite celebrity feuds.
Transcribe →7 - The Tokyo Drift of Home Alone 3
Aug 24, 201800:50:10Tap to summarizeBrowntown comes back from summer break to talk the VMAs, Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra's engagement party, and the Brenda Song of it all in an ode to Who Weekly
Transcribe →6 - Neeks and Geeks
Jun 27, 201800:55:06Tap to summarizeIshmam, Chet, and Anika take a break from the news to tell their most embarrassing middle school stories. They’re joined by a surprise guest who has some saucy high school bathroom tales to share. Featuring “The Parking Lot” by Anderson Paak.
Transcribe →5 - If Zombies Existed
May 21, 201800:59:03Tap to summarizeJoin Ishmam, Anika, and Chet as they break down the assault allegations against the former NY State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, a Kent State Student's relish for rifles, recent updates from the Gaza protests, and Pakistan's progressive Transgender rights law. These Non-Brits then pour themselves a cuppa of Royal Wedding tea.
Transcribe →4 - Can't We just Play Pokemon Cards
May 2, 201801:16:40Tap to summarizeJoin Ishmam, Anika, and Chet as they discuss the not so funny side of Apu from The Simpsons, Priyanka Chopra's aversion to the term "women of color," and ethical consumerism. The crew then dives in to Kanye's latest song and Coachella, along with a few of their other problematic faves.
Transcribe →3 - More Tea, Less Tears
Apr 12, 201800:57:55Tap to summarizeJoin Ishmam, Chet, and Anika as they run through the news of the week including the Gaza Protests and M.IA.'s documentary on the Genocide in Sri Lanka. The Brown Babies then dive into Zayn's current emo phase, Kendall Jenner's appearance in Chris Brown's latest music video, and Anika's depth of knowledge on the Jonas Brothers. Songs on this Episode: Playground by Abir No Matter What by BoA, Beenzino
Transcribe →2 - Minnellials
Mar 21, 201801:00:33Tap to summarizeJoin Browntown this week as they discuss Theranos founder, Elizabeth Holmes’ questionable collection of black turtlenecks, High School Students’ and Pawpatrol’s observance of National School Walkout Day, and the first ever female CIA Director Gina Haspel. The cousins give Kim Petras a reluctant listen and recognize the unflinching power of Rihanna over the financial markets.
Transcribe →1 - Titillating
Mar 13, 201800:47:16Tap to summarizeJoin Browntown as they lament over the loss of Frida Kahlo’s unibrow, tear up over Chloe Kim, and breakdown Florida’s latest gun bill.
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