Grits and Eggs Podcast - Episode 92: "You're Welcome, For Everything"
Host: Deante’ Kyle
Guest Co-host: Big Cat
Release Date: October 14, 2025
Episode Overview
In a lively, unapologetic solo episode, Deante’ Kyle and his co-host Big Cat serve up sharp reflections on Black culture, politics, media narratives, community responsibility, and the pitfalls of ignoring your roots. Bridging personal stories, timely hot takes, and unfiltered listener advice, the episode celebrates Black innovation and history, confronts the dangers of anti-Blackness, and takes aim at societal distractions and failures.
Key Segments & Discussion Points
[00:00–03:15] Opening, Housekeeping & Community Shout Outs
- Deante’ celebrates another day, shares gratitude, and jumps straight into his signature blend of humor and gritty storytelling.
- Shout-outs to sponsors, tour announcements, and a plug for Eastside Dental Group:
- “You walk in, the docs got locks… The assistants is Black. The receptionist is Black. The wall art is Black. The doctors is Black. Blacked out.”
- Discusses the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses and experiencing community spaces where you feel “comfortable walking in.”
[03:15–10:45] Music, Live Shows & Reflections on Black Artistry
- Recounts recent concert experiences with Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist, praising authentic artistry and performance stamina.
- On Freddie Gibbs:
- “I was going bar for bar with the gang. I was so turned up in there.” – Deante’, [05:30]
- Shout-out to Mavi, an upcoming guest celebrated for his cerebral, “gotta read, baby”-style lyricism.
- Insightful analysis of the origins of American entertainment:
- “[Entertainment] is all like circus... the origin of American entertainment is the circus or the minstrel show... Then we got the sports aspect, the gladiator aspect.” – Deante’, paraphrasing Mavi [07:40]
[10:45–18:30] Weekend Recap: Black Men’s Forum and Community Engagement
- Shares about participating in the Tap In show (Water and Ho Media) alongside leaders like Phil Agnew and Mandela Barnes, focusing on:
- Men’s mental health
- Mentorship and intergenerational dialogue
- Raw, honest perspectives on current admin and policy
- Anticipation for future episode drops and reflections on media responsibilities.
[18:30–23:00] Big Announcements: New Music Monday & Podcast Expansion
- Details new format: “Grizzly Eggs Radio Presents New Music Monday,” with monthly playlists blending mainstream and underground artists.
- “It’s gonna be our taste... you get them four or five ice cups, you might get thrown in that mix.” – Deante’ [20:55]
- Announcement of more artist interviews, dedicated studio, and evolving the show’s presence.
[23:00–28:30] Pop Culture Reactions & Black Public Discourse
- Celebratory shout-outs for team growth, industry recognition, and connections with bigger podcast networks (WME, Joe Budden).
- Commentary on Black MAGA groups attempting to “debate” on HBCU campuses:
- “There ain’t no winning when it comes to that. Some people are sent there to be purposely obtuse…” – Deante’ [25:37]
- Advises listeners: “Ignoring them would be ten times more powerful… that’s embarrassing. You let any white folks send you out here to your own folk.”
[28:30–40:20] Media Critique, Political Realities & Black Criticism in Politics
- Deep-dive on the toxic binary of US electoral politics and expectations for Black political loyalty:
- Criticizes demands for uncritical support: “You want niggas to blindly follow somebody and not criticize them. So y’all… let’s do what MAGA does, which is destroying the country.” [32:20]
- Reflections on Kamala Harris criticism and the weaponization of “leftist purity”:
- “You want people to blindly follow leadership because that’s what MAGA does. That’s not smart. I’m not going to blindly follow anybody.” [34:15]
- “If you call one president a war criminal, you gotta call 'em all.”
[40:20–46:30] Media & Propaganda: A Historical Lens
- Historicizes US media’s anti-Black propaganda, from "Birth of a Nation" to modern day, and the necessity for media literacy.
- “Most of these media outlets utilize anti-Blackness propaganda as a way to drive their point home.” [42:40]
- Skepticism toward cancel culture and manufactured accountability in mainstream media.
[46:30–56:00] Tech, AI, and Resource Scarcity
- Impassioned critique of AI and data centers' environmental cost, especially regarding water scarcity:
- “You using up our drinking water to put Tupac courtside at the Warrior game… is it worth it?”
- Skeptical of society’s obsession with using technology for trivial amusements while basic survival (clean water) is endangered.
- “This shit is eroding critical thought… you’re losing the recipes to basic instructions, like basic skills.” [49:40]
- “Water gonna be $100 a bottle… while it's still free.” [52:15]
- Predicts social chaos and violence as water becomes scarce, especially in cities underserved or exploited by tech infrastructure.
[56:00–63:00] Innovation, Black Genius & Societal Survival
- Praises inventors like Moses West (atmospheric water generator) and Julian Brown (plastic-to-fuel) as illustrations of Black problem-solving.
- Frustration at society’s lack of support for Black ingenuity.
- “Moses West should be a billionaire because we literally live in water… the planet is water.”
- Denounces shortcut creativity via AI, pushing instead for true invention and community focus.
[63:00–73:30] On Anti-Blackness, American Amnesia & Black Contributions
- Core theme: Anti-Blackness as the “most American thing you can do,” despite Black people being the reason for American rights and modernity.
- Memorable Monologue – “You're Welcome, For Everything":
- [68:10] Deante’ rattles off scores of Black inventions:
- “Airplane propelling, biscuit cutting, folding bed, coin changer, rotary engine… peanut butter, paints and stains, lotions and soaps, automatic fishing reel, ice cream mold… traffic signal, hairbrush, electric lamp, refrigerator, GPS system… Chess, Alphabet, medicine, civilization.”
- “Black people are the reason you have an America in the first place. The reason. The reason. The reason.”
- [68:10] Deante’ rattles off scores of Black inventions:
- Impassioned critique of non-Black minorities who benefit from, but turn against, Black advancement.
- “When you go against us, you go against yourself. And we ain’t never did shit to nobody but just be better than.”
[73:30–77:00] Listener Letters & Phone Advice
- Agriculture as a Key for Black Independence ([74:10]):
- “A nation that can’t feed itself is doomed to starve. And we let these crackers control everything we eat, everything we drink.” (Caller Quote, “Caleb from South Carolina”)
- Advocates land purchase, practical skills, and community farming.
- Practical career advice for young adults juggling work, education, and independence.
[77:00–86:30] Parenting, Kids & Cultural Healing (Listener Q&A)
- Humorous, tough-love advice for parents dealing with kids influenced by toxic online masculinity (Andrew Tate).
- “First, we’re going to start with an ass whooping. Right up top!” [79:30]
- Jokes about summer “boot camp” for misbehaving kids: “Send that little over here... all we need is a week; mowing grass and push ups.”
- Encourages restriction of internet access, mentorship, and building real community ties—the “village.”
[86:30–93:00] Navigating Family & Legacy Betrayal
- Heavy letter from listener dealing with a father who defaulted on student loans, blamed her for his relapse into alcoholism, and emotionally abused her:
- “This ain’t your fault. You was a kid, okay? Utilize that degree. Get you some money. Take care of your baby. That grown man gonna figure it out.” [89:10]
- Stresses boundaries, self-preservation, and focusing on the next generation’s welfare.
[93:00–99:50] Wrap-up: Community Support, Black Ownership & Pod Plugs
- Reminders to support Black business (Eastside Dental), tune into all the Grits and Eggs properties, and continue building mutual aid.
- “The business is growing. We expanding now. It’s growing.”
- Ends with a poetic freestyle about wisdom, labor, and legacy:
- “They say without the proper labor, faith don’t stand a chance. I put my faith in faith and stand on fertile land. I planted seeds that'll indeed turn into trees, before rest in peace tees get printed of me…” – Deante’, [98:30]
Memorable Quotes
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On Black Innovation:
“Everything that makes your life, life here in America is because of us, nigga. Black people.” [67:45] -
On Societal Ignorance:
“Never attribute to malice what can be adequately explained by stupidity.” [72:20] -
On Politics & Criticism:
“Black people overwhelmingly voted for the interest of the entire country. And we can still be critical of the candidates… The idea that you want us to blindly follow people is just… That’s some American shit you own.” [35:50] -
On AI & Water Scarcity:
“Is it worth it to generate pictures of young niggas going back and arming the slaves? …You’re using up our drinking water to put Tupac courtside at the Warrior game.” [52:00/55:00] -
On Anti-Blackness and Solidarity:
“Anti-blackness is the most American thing you can do, while being dismissive of the contributions that made the rights you get to enjoy and benefit from possible. And black people are the reason you have an America in the first place.” [74:15] -
On Mentorship and Community:
“This is what community is about… all people be needing is a plan. If you got a plan, you got action.” [76:45]
Timestamps for Key Segments
- [03:15] Eastside Dental & Black-owned business shout-out
- [07:40] On the circus & minstrel roots of US entertainment
- [25:37] Handling Black MAGA disrupters
- [35:50] Political critique and Black loyalty
- [42:40] American media’s anti-Black founding
- [52:00] AI wasting water on trivialities
- [68:10] Inventions monologue (“You’re Welcome, For Everything”)
- [74:10] Agriculture and acquiring land
- [79:30] Humorous, hard truth for problem kids
- [89:10] Handling family and legacy trauma
- [98:30] Closing poetic freestyle
Tone & Style
The episode is deeply personal and direct, balancing comedy with a sharp, often biting critique of society’s failings. Deante’s delivery is raw, irreverent, and deeply loyal to his community, favoring authenticity over politesse. Banter with Big Cat alternates between light-hearted roasting and serious, actionable guidance.
For New Listeners
You’ll walk away from this episode with a renewed respect for Black resilience and ingenuity, a harsher eye for American hypocrisy, and a few real-life solutions to personal and community hardships—plus a good laugh along the way. It’s unapologetically pro-Black, anti-performative, and rooted in a radical belief in progress through truth and mutual care.
Listen to the full episode on all major podcast platforms. And for advice, music submissions, or merch, check out the links mentioned in the episode.