Podcast
Reid This Reid That
Hosted by Joy Ann Reid and Jacque Reid · EN
Reid This/Reid That is a podcast hosted by two play cousins who happen to be professional journalists that you may have heard of... or not. Anywho, we cover pop culture, politics and black girl magic all while having fun.
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Then They Came For Me...
Apr 20, 202501:33:28Tap to summarizeThe Play Cousins are back and digging into some urgent matters that all of us need to be aware of. Also attorney and activist Sherrilyn Ifill joins the ladies to shed light on ongoing illegal and unconstitutional kidnappings by the US government. Please subscribe to our Substack for free for show notes. https://reidthisreidthat.substack.com/publish/settings#website
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The AARP Episode
Apr 20, 202501:12:02Tap to summarizeIn the first of many live episode, the Play Cousins discuss the very real possibility that they will be doing this show forever. They also examine the alarming deportation crisis happening in the US; celebrate President Obama and VP Harris for finally weigh in on the current administration; and they talk about whether Jonathan Majors deserves to be canceled or supported by the Black people. Please subscribe to our Substack for free to get show notes: https://reidthisreidthat.substack.com/
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They Are Trying To Erase Us
Apr 10, 202500:34:22Tap to summarizeIn this special episode, the Play Cousins welcome Dr. Vedet Coleman-Robinson to discuss federal efforts to whitewash the Black experience from American history. Trump recently announced plans to lessen the independence of the Smithsonian museums, singling out the National African American Museum of History and Culture, also known as the Blacksonian. Trump reportedly wants to remove the entire slavery section from the museum and says that it operates 'under the influence of a division, race-centered ideology.In this conversation the ladies discuss the urgency of this moment and what we can all do to help. Dr. Coleman-Robinson is the president and CEO of the Association of African American Museums which supports cultural organizations, historical societies, and museums that collect, preserve, and exhibit objects valuable to art, history, and science involving African American communities.Please follow our Substack for more show notes https://reidthisreidthat.substack.com/
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Are They Good Ghosts, Bad Ghosts, or Demons?
Apr 3, 202501:42:07Tap to summarizeThe Play Cousins continue to dive in to the haunting of Joy-Ann's NYC condo & what she plans to do about it. Jacque shares what you should be watching and her wellness project. The ladies also deep dive into Sh*t You Need To Know about recent elections, government abductions, and being part of the opposition. And the cousins weigh in on Amber Ruffin being fired from The White House Correspondent's gig, and how overall the news media is failing when it comes to covering Trump.
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Is Actor Omar 'Hollywood' Dorsey White Famous?
Mar 27, 202501:32:29Tap to summarizeThe Play Cousins welcome 'Bookie' and 'Queen Sugar' actor Omar Dorsey back to discuss the gift of having versatility and good roles in Hollywood, why the shows we love keep getting cancelled, and how he and his bride are adjusting to their new bundle of joy. Jacque and Joy-Ann also hilariously Wine Down and update you on the political Sh*t You Need To Know.
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The Fun-employment Chronicles
Mar 23, 202501:56:50Tap to summarizeThe Play Cousins are back with another fun and informative episode. This week the ladies dive into why Senator Chuck Schumer needs to be held accountable, share their thoughts of leaving the Democratic Party, and weigh in on recent news of ex En Vogue member Dawn Robinson's decision to live in her car. And the longest serving Black White House Correspondent in history, April Ryan, joins us to discuss the challenges of covering the Trump administration this time
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Sh*t You Need To Know
Mar 13, 202501:52:40Tap to summarizeThe Play Cousins discuss Joy-Ann's 'pivot' on the wellness plan, and Jacque shares a troubling moment at a recent concert. The ladies also break down the political headlines you need to know, take on Meghan Markle haters, and defend The Wiz movie against all who dare say it was not a great movie. And the ladies sit down with The Truth Bringer in Chief herself, Angela Rye.
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Best In The MF World
Mar 6, 202501:21:02Tap to summarizeCousin Joy-Ann goes Hollywood and discusses her last time on The Reid Out Cousin Jacque puts her 'Boots on The Ground' and tries to get Joy-Ann to slow down. And the great Lalah Hathaway stops by to talk about her European tour, her memories of Angie Stone & Roberta Flack, and shares who she truly wishes would celebrate her music.
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And Still We Rise
Feb 25, 202501:24:41Tap to summarizeCousin Joy-Ann shares her perspective about the end of a significant chapter in her life. The Play Cousins also discuss the controversy over the high cost of Beyonce concert tickets. And Grammy winning music icon, Cheryl 'Salt' James joins the ladies to talk about her life with Salt N' Pepa, being a mental health advocate, and her recent move to LA.
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Kendrick, Samuel, SZA, Serena & Mustaaaaaaaarrrrrrd
Feb 20, 202501:18:43Tap to summarizeThe Play Cousins delightfully recap Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance and share their take on what it all means. The ladies also show some love for Jalen Hurts and dig into colorism within Black televison and film.**Apologies for tech issues impacting camera quality for Jacque.
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