Sober Soldiers, today we’re going from Katlehong to DAKAR, as the legendary Kwesta joins us in studio to talk legacy, bars, and what it means to be built different. We also delved heavily into his brand new album, the pen that never dulls, and staying rooted while evolving. Tap in
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This week, the girls are back with Part 2 of our powerful conversation: What does it mean to be seen and still be silenced?
From Cassie’s leaked abuse footage and the industry’s shameful silence, to Halle Bailey being harassed just for being a mother, to Megan Thee Stallion still having to prove she’s worthy of protection—this episode digs deep into the emotional toll of being a visible Black woman in a world that claims to celebrate us but refuses to protect us.
Main Topic:
• The double bind of visibility: hyper-visible but still vulnerable
• DEI may be fading, but anti-Black woman bias is thriving
• The emotional and creative toll of constantly having to “be strong”
• How to build your CareFree Survival Kit: joy rituals, real boundaries, and radical softness
HOT or NOT: Culture + Media Edition
• Forever Netflix: Black girl/boyhood nostalgia and literary gems
• Is public support for Black women real or just performance?
• “Dandy” style: celebration or cultural erasure?
Who Said Dat? – Black Fashion & Culture Remix
Guess who dropped these iconic quotes about fashion, power, and presence. Was it Solange? Pharrell? Naomi? We’re testing the crew and giving flowers.
Get Free Segment:
We’re done shrinking. From money to love to how we show up online—we’re claiming our full selves.
I’m no longer shrinking myself when…” — and neither should you.
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On this episode of Behind the Mic, I’m joined by Mokgethwa, aka Big Warra and a whole bunch of other akas, co-host of The Sobering Podcast, one of South Africa’s most respected Hip-Hop podcasts. We dig into the pod’s 10-year journey, what it took to build from scratch, and how Big Warra’s curiosity growing up in Limpopo shaped his love for music, media, and storytelling.
B-Sides Track of the Week:Big Warra picks I Bore by Onipa, a continental groove that’s become his go-to track on socials and in life.
Rapid-Fire Game:In a word association round, Warra drops 90s gems, cipher shoutouts, and unexpected picks in honor of Black Music Month.
Featured Quote:”AKA was a star before he was a star. He always carried himself like one.”
Chapters:
00:27 – Guest Introduction: Big Warra
01:01 – The Sobering Podcast Journey
02:37 – Music Talk: B-Sides Track of the Week
03:47 – Behind the Mic: Big Warra’s Background
06:28 – The Birth of The Sobering Podcast
10:25 – Remembering AKA
Follow Big Warra on Instagram and X: @Big_WarraFollow The Sobering Podcast: @TheSoberingPod
Credits:Hosted by Wize Grazette. Produced by The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios. Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network.
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We’re switching things up this week with a special update from Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network.
As Season One winds down, I’m sharing what’s next: Behind the Mic is taking a break starting at the end of June, but we’re not disappearing. Starting in July, tune in for our new summer series: Behind the Mic Bytes. Each week, we’ll revisit standout moments from past episodes, with a monthly focus on themes like Disability Pride, Back to School, Wellness, and Fashion & Culture.
🔊 To give you a taste of what’s coming, I pulled a few of my favorite clips:
— NeAndre Broussard on showing up with light and purpose
— Lynae Vanee on finding clarity at Spelman and redefining Black history
— Freddie on how HBCUs shaped her confidence and career
— And a throwback from our “Attitude Era” with Krista B talking wrestling and growing up in Bed-Stuy
Let’s close this season strong, June is both Black Music Month and Pride Month, so trust me, we’re going big with these final guests. Then catch me all summer with a few bonus drop-ins and updates. Hit subscribe, leave a review, and share your favorite Behind the Mic moments with us.
Chapters
00:28 Special Episode Announcement
00:50 Upcoming Content Overview
01:28 Personal Reflections and Inspirations
02:15 HBCU Experiences and Impact
04:44 Career and Personal Growth
05:45 Wrestling Memories
06:35 Season Recap and Future Plans
🎧 Host: Wize Grazette
🎙 Powered by: REVOLT Podcast Network
🎛 Produced by: The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios
Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, wherever you get your fix.
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Sober soldiers, we’re going on a parade today, a championship parade. We got the iconic Larry O’Brien Trophy and special guest Norman Nhlapo in the studio. We delve into the essence of championship glory, from the NBA Playoffs to the upcoming BAL Finals. But before that, we touch on some music, events, and sneakers. It’s a pseudo-parlay, but on a championship level. Enjoy!
Check out @nbafinalstrophy @nbaafricaofficial for more info.
#NBAPlayoffs #NBAAfrica
In this special 2.0 edition, we dive deep with digital griot and cultural truth-teller Lynae Vanee. From viral “Parking Lot Pimpin’ monologues to her upcoming show on Revolt TV, Lynae continues to challenge minds and shift narratives. We discuss her creative journey, academic roots, and what it means to keep it “Black, but brief.” And because this is a CFGB 2.0… it’s games, gems, and good vibes all around.
Hey y’all, welcome back to the CareFreeBlackGirl podcast—where Black girls are carefree on purpose! It’s your host Dr. Phoenix and we’re coming at you with a 2.0 episode that’s giving intention and hot girl intellect! Today we’re celebrating a voice that’s redefining cultural commentary with poetry, power, and purpose. Welcome, Lynae Vanee!”
Topics + Questions:
“Let’s talk about the lot…”What inspired you to start Parking Lot Pimpin’? Did you ever expect it to go viral the way it did?
Academic Meets ActivistYou have degrees from Spelman and BU. How do your academic roots influence your storytelling and activism?
Revolt TV’s ‘The People’s Brief’Congratulations on your new show! What can we expect from The People’s Brief on Revolt?How does this new format allow you to dig deeper into culture, politics, and pop culture?
Production ModeWhat’s it been like creating your own production company, From the Lot?Do you feel like the industry is finally ready for conscious content creators like you?
Self-Care + BalanceYou pour so much into your audience—what are the ways you pour into yourself?
On this episode of Behind the Mic, I sit down with poet, educator, and storyteller Lynae Vanee—whose voice hits like a sermon and a cipher at once. You’ve seen her on Parking Lot Pimpin’, but now she’s stepping into a new lane with her REVOLT show The People’s Brief, premiering May 20th.
B-Sides Track of the Week:
Lynae shares a slept-on gem from Cameo’s Word Up album “You Can Have the World.” It’s her daily reminder that dreaming big is never too much.
From there, we talk about the woman who changed everything for her, Coach Ray and how Spelman sharpened not just her skills, but her sense of self. She opens up about what HBCUs really teach you and why her EARTHGANG feature was both unexpected and unforgettable.
“We shouldn’t be teaching Black kids how to plug into the real world—we should be teaching them how to disrupt it.” – Lynae Vanee
Chapters
00:44 – Introducing Today’s Guest: Lynae Vanee
00:59 – Lynae Vanee’s New Show on REVOLT
02:18 – Lynae’s Inspirational Playlist Pick
03:43 – Coach Ray: A Key Influence in Lynae’s Journey
05:38 – Choosing Spelman and the HBCU Experience
09:37 – EARTHGANG Collaboration: A Poetic Journey
11:38 – Rapid Fire Round of Rank It
If you’re feeling the episode, subscribe, rate us five stars, and watch The People’s Brief on REVOLT.
📱 Follow Lynae Vanee: @LynaeVanee
🎧 Tap into the B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on Spotify.
🎙️ Behind the Mic is hosted by Wize Grazette.
🎛️ Produced and edited by The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios
In this episode of Behind the Mic, Wize sits down with Krista B, co-host of Those Wrestling Girls to talk about growing up in Brooklyn, discovering wrestling through her brother, and how the women’s revolution pulled her back into the ring.
From Catholic school DX chants to full-on WWE journalism, Krista shares how wrestling shaped her world and her voice.
Featured Quote:
“Attitude Era was the era to grow up in.”
B-Sides Track of the Week:
Krista loves Reggae and Soca so she added two to the playlist for the culture! “Issa Snack (Remix)” by Nessa Preppy ft. Machel Montano and HoodCelebrityy, and “Wet Me” by Krosfyah. Both are now on our B-Sides playlist on Spotify.
Listen to the B-Sides Track of the week playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2EysXGOWrzoQ3Zmp34VWLx
Stick around for a rapid-fire round of WWE Word Association—because her take on Monday Night Raw might just surprise you.
Chapters:
00:56 – Welcoming Krista B
01:51 – Krista B’s Background and Career
02:41 – Music and Energizing Playlists
05:07 – Krista B’s Wrestling Journey
08:41 – The Women’s Evolution in Wrestling
13:01 – Rapid Fire Round: WWE Word Association
Subscribe to Behind the Mic wherever you listen to podcasts. Watch the full episode on YouTube and help us hit 14,000 subscribers.
Watch all of Season 1 of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOCTSuUwMT0fyOeExh2Sm6xhTdIhHZzSj
Follow Krista B:
Instagram & Twitter: @ms_kristab
Podcast: Those Wrestling Girls on YouTube
TikTok, IG, FB, and Twitter: @ThoseWrestlingGirls
Hosted by Wize Grazette
Produced by The Indie Creative Network & Storytime Studios
Sober Soldiers, you know the parlay way. No guest, just us back in the booth. We’re catching up on the chaos: events we pulled up to, sneakers we’re rotating heavy, and the music that’s been loud in our headphones. Tap in, it’s one of those episodes.
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Welcome back to the CareFreeBlackGirl podcast, where Black women and femmes are the center of every conversation. This week, we’re blooming into May with real talk about money, music, and cultural moments that matter.
CareFreeBlackGirl of the Week: Black Women in Wrestling
This week we celebrate the Black women breaking barriers in professional wrestling.
* Bianca Belair – The EST of WWE, known for her strength, speed, and style. A former champion representing Black excellence with every match.
* Jade Cargill – From AEW to WWE, Jade is delivering power and presence while changing the landscape for Black women in the ring.
* Trinity Fatu (formerly Naomi) – The original “Feel the Glow” icon is back and thriving in TNA, showing resilience and evolution in real time.
These athletes continue to inspire and push boundaries in a space that hasn’t always made room for them.
Gurl…We’re talking about AI influencers taking over brand deals while real Black creators struggle to be seen. What does it mean when digital models are prioritized over real voices? A must-have convo for anyone navigating influence and identity online.
Get Free: Money Talks, Sis – April Edition (with Leslie)April is Financial Literacy Month, and we’re centering the conversation around Black women and wealth.
Topics include:
* Money Trauma in the Black Community
* Generational scarcity mindsets
* Financial boundaries within families and friendships
* Unlearning inherited habits
* Black Women & Wealth Building
* Starting from scratch with no blueprint
* Beginner investing tips
* Strategies for building generational wealth
* Budget Like a Baddie
* Living soft on a budget
* Helpful budgeting apps and hacks
* Creating a luxury mindset with realistic numbers
Hot or Not: The R&B Resurgence
R&B is in a new renaissance led by soulful, independent Black women artists.
* Ari Lennox steps fully into her soft girl era.
* Coco Jones delivers flavor and depth with her new single, “Taste.”
* Ravyn Lenae goes viral with “Love Me Not” and “Sticky” after over a decade in the game. She recently charted on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time.
These women are redefining what modern R&B sounds like and expanding what it can be.
Girls to Watch: YK Niece and Pluto
YK Niece made waves with her viral verse on “Whim Wham.” While the track gained popularity, she’s spoken out about not receiving proper credit or compensation, sparking an important conversation around recognition, value, and voice in music. She’s one to watch with talent, drive, and a story worth listening to.
Biz to Watch: Olamide Olowe – TopicalsFounder of the skincare brand Topicals, Olamide Olowe is disrupting the beauty industry by putting real skin stories and community care at the forefront. Recently featured on Forbes 30 Under 30, her work bridges innovation, wellness, and Black girl excellence.
Closing Thoughts: From wrestling rings to viral singles, and from money trauma to beauty breakthroughs, this episode honors Black girls who are blooming — despite every obstacle. April showers may have poured, but May is full of flowers.
Listen now wherever you stream your podcasts, and follow @carefreeblackgirl_inc for updates and community highlights.
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