Best Black Girl Film Club Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 109: She's the Man (2006) 1:41:55

1d ago1:41:55

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We're taking it back to English class with a Shakespearean High School!AU: She's The Man (2006), a popular adaption of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. In this episode, we praise our childhood fave Amanda Bynes, reminisce about Old Navy fashions, and look at gender identity and politics of the early 2000s.If podcasts be the food of love, then play on! …

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189: The Battle of Algiers (1966, International Month) 48:32

2h ago48:32

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Emily and Kristen move from Germany to Algeria by way of the 1966 Italian/Algerian co-production: The Battle of Algiers. We talk about Italian neo-realism, untested actors, and how war, sadly, never ages. We promise things will be peppier next episode! This episode was created thanks to our Patrons: Ali Moore Amy Hart Danny David Floyd Donna Hill G…

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Bushwick bookstore, Mil Mundos, is bridging culture and community 20:37

4h ago20:37

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Bushwick’s Mil Mundos, founded in 2018, is one of the only bookstores east of Myrtle Avenue offering books in English and Spanish. But it’s more than a bookstore, it’s a community hub that aims to counter the effects of gentrification. Volunteers, like Becca Ramos, help manage the store and assist customers Today, we sit down with Becca, who’s now …

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Hidden juice bar at GW Bridge is tropical escape for smoothies, sandwiches and smiles 17:03

3d ago17:03

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Read our full story: https://epicenter-nyc.com/hidden-juice-bar-at-the-george-washington-bridge-is-your-tropical-escape-for-smoothies-sandwiches-and-smiles/ GWB Juice Bar is a hidden gem at the George Washington Bridge Bus Station. Owned by Luis Perez, it serves Caribbean drinks like soursop smoothies and the Dominican classic morir soñando, along …

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#188: Pandora's Box (1929, International Month) 54:19

10d ago54:19

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For a second year we're taking a vacation via classic film with International Month and we're starting in Germany! Looking for a silent German pre-Code? We've got you covered with a look at Louise Brooks in Pandora's Box. Hear how Lulu shook up cinema, both domestically and abroad. We also talk about the film's frank depiction of sex work and other…

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Discover the heritage-infused tacos revolutionizing Queens’ food scene 19:55

11d ago19:55

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Fernando Ruiz spent his childhood summers in Veracruz, Mexico, where he fell in love with fresh tacos … and which inspired him to start Nixtamal, a tortilla business using the traditional nixtamalization process, in 2008 in Corona, Queens. Despite initial success, expansion challenges and the pandemic caused setbacks. But Fernando persisted, securi…

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Episode 108: The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994) 1:48:10

16d ago1:48:10

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G'day friends! We take a trip down under and discover show girl drag in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994) 🪩👠In this episode, we continue to praise the art of drag and discuss the portrayal of trans women in movies, cis women upholding the patriarchy, stan behavior, and whether or not we would eat a kangaroo.Our recommendations…

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#187: Old Hollywood Pride (with Alonso Duralde) 41:57

17d ago41:57

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Ticklish Business celebrates the release of Alonso Duralde's new book Hollywood Pride by discussing classic filmdom and those were LGBTQIA, including William Haines and the stories about Cary Grant. Buy Hollywood Pride! This episode was created thanks to our Patrons: Ali Moore Amy Hart Danny David Floyd Donna Hill Gates Jacob Haller Jonathan Watkin…

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How NYC language workers are resisting AI 15:04

22d ago15:04

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Language workers across New York City, and across the globe, are resisting the rise of AI in their field by emphasizing the irreplaceable value of human interpreters and translators. Julie Tay, the director of Hunter College’s Master of Arts in Translation and Interpreting program, highlights the need to integrate technology in ways that enhance hu…

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Episode 107: To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995) 1:38:08

25d ago1:38:08

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Happy Pride, everybody! We're finally reviewing a 90s drag classic, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar (1995), directed by Beeban Kidron.In this episode, we go into the use of drag on film, the cultural impact of RuPaul's Drag Race, and Britney picks out her drag name.Our recommendations: Some Like It Hot (1959) and The Queen (1968) S…

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The club helping Black and Latina girls design their own sneakers 15:33

24d ago15:33

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The Sneaker Girls Club started at a school in Bushwick and expanded into a brand with a mission: to help designers and sneaker store owners who are women gain the recognition they deserve — and to help Black and Latina girls and women gain the confidence to design their own shoes. In this episode we talk to Sneaker Girls Club founder Lauren Rawles’…

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#186: Chinatown (1974 with Richard Roeper) 1:02:09

1M ago1:02:09

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It's the 50th anniversary of Chinatown and we're celebrating with a discussion about it as well as our favorite LA noirs. And to help us discuss all things Los Angeles we have....Chicago Sun Times critic Richard Roeper! Richard, Kristen and Emily discuss the film's use of LA, why Faye Dunaway is magic, and some of the other movies that make us love…

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Weeksville: Rediscovering Black history in Brooklyn’s hidden gem 21:38

1M ago21:38

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Earlier this year, Epicenter NYC and the Weeksville Heritage Center teamed up to offer our members a special tour of what remains of the historic community. Epicenter’s editorial director Femi Redwood joined the tour. In today’s episode she explains how this once-forgotten community continues to impact our lives today. Read our full story: https://…

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Esthetician who went from doing beauty services on her front stoop to running a business 17:54

1M ago17:54

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Read our full story: https://epicenter-nyc.com/meet-the-esthetician-who-went-from-doing-beauty-services-on-her-front-stoop-to-running-her-own-business/ Growing up, Shondrea Harrod was always fascinated with skincare and beauty. This passion led her to pursue a formal education in esthetics. Now, Shondrea is a licensed esthetician, a talented makeup…

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Episode 106: Charlie's Angels (2000) 1:56:03

1M ago1:56:03

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Flip. Your goddamn. Hair.We revisited classic early 2000s girl power, music video aesthetics, and racism in Charlie's Angels (2000). Other topics: baby feminism, noted scab Drew Barrymore, and went wrong with that reboot.Our recommendations: Spice World (1997), Death Proof (2007)Support the show with a Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/blackgirlfilmclubCheck out th…

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What’s really going on with NYC crime 20:20

2M ago20:20

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Despite statistics suggesting that New York remains one of the safest large cities in the U.S., the lived experience for many of us tells a different story. So why is there such a disconnect between the numbers and our feelings of safety? In this episode S. Mitra Kalita, co-founder and publisher of Epicenter NYC, talks to reporter Felipe De La Hoz,…

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#185: Clara Bow Celebration (with David Stenn) 46:07

2M ago46:07

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What happens when the It Girl of the 2020s name checks the It girl of the 1920s in her new song? You get this episode. Inspired by Taylor Swift's song, Emily and Kristen sit down with Clara Bow biographer David Stenn to talk about why Bow remains such an icon. We talk about the feminism of the 1920s, debunk some rumors, and grouse about why Babylon…

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Inside the New York Indian Film Festival with Aseem Chhabra 18:32

2M ago18:32

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Once again, Epicenter NYC is teaming up with the New York Indian Festival as its community media sponsor. The festival will take place from Friday, May 31st to Sunday, June 2nd at the Village East by Angelika. The New York Indian Film Festival is the oldest film festival of its kind – screening premieres of films made from, of, and about India. The…

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Rough Cut 22: Challengers (2024) 1:56:02

2M ago1:56:02

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Throuples everywhere: rejoice! We had some thoughts and feelings on Challengers (2024), Zendaya the Brand™, racism in tennis, and what makes the perfect love triangle. Spoilers everywhere!!Our recommendations: Y tu mamá también (2001), Three Ways (2022), 7 Days in Hell (2015)Support the show with a Ko-fi! ko-fi.com/blackgirlfilmclubCheck out the re…

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#184: Pam Grier and 'Foxy Brown' (with Black Girl Film Club, 1974) 53:35

2M ago53:35

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Britney and Ashley of the podcast Black Girl Film Club join Kristen and Emily this episode to celebrate the anniversary of Foxy Brown. The group celebrates all things Pam Grier, from her being a role model to young Black women, to being an overall badass. Listen to Black Girl Film Club on all podcast apps. This episode was created thanks to our Pat…

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Cherie Conliffe's CherVitality and the Power of Moringa 22:17

2M ago22:17

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Cherie Conliffe grew up in Brownsville, where corner stores were filled with junk food and her family’s traditional West Indian foods were hard to find. Living in a food desert, she quickly realized the gaps in nutrition education. This became the jump-off point to a career in wellness. During the pandemic Cherie started CherVitality, and is now br…

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Episode 105: The Brady Bunch Movie (1995) 1:41:27

2M ago1:41:27

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We've been sucked into a tv time warp, speeding back in time 1990s but also the 1970s with The Brady Bunch Movie (1995)! In this episode, we reminiscence about classic sitcoms, and the blissful oblivion of one of tv's most iconic families.Our recommendations this week: The Beverly Hillbillies (1993), The Addams Family Values (1993)Support the show …

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How a Jackson Heights art shop became a community haven 12:56

2M ago12:56

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On the corner of 85th Street in Jackson Heights, A.R.T. (short for Art Retail Therapy), has more than just brushes and colored pencils. It’s a space that invites artists and non-artists alike to share their art and life stories – or to simply get lost among the well-stocked shelves. Francisco Segarra opened A.R.T. in 202. Today, the Queer and Latin…

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#183: TCM Classic Film Festival 2024 Audio 1:04:15

3M ago1:04:15

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This year's TCM Classic Film Festival has come and gone but we're bringing it back to you whether you were there or there in spirit. Introductions from North By Northwest, Gidget and Them! are included. Head over to our Patreon to hear more festival audio, including Samuel L. Jackson and John Travolta talking Pulp Fiction, Jodie Foster and Steven S…

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Earnest Flowers on Building a Healthier Community 15:41

3M ago15:41

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In February of 2021, Earnest Flowers opened a natural and organic grocery store in the heart of Southeast Queens called Earnest Foods. Since then, the store has become a vital source for residents – offering sugarless, gluten-free, and organic products in an area where options like these are scarce. And while at first, there was a trickle of custom…

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Agamems Beauty, a natural skincare line born from a 911 operator’s battle with stress 17:58

3M ago17:58

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Danielle Copper suffered from severe eczema in her teens and early twenties. And despite numerous consultations with dermatologists and treatments like antibiotics, creams, and cortisone shots, her condition didn’t improve. So she decided create her own skincare products – starting with a face soap. She saw an immediate improvement in her skin and …

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TCM Film Festival 2024 Must-Sees (with Lara Gabrielle and Lora Stocker) 1:10:16

3M ago1:10:16

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It's TCM Classic Film Festival time once again and we're back with a special bonus episode highlighting all our picks. Author Lara Gabrielle joins us as does Ava Gardner expert Lora Stocker to break down the questions we have about this year's festival (what does "corporate daddy" Warner Bros. Discovery have in store?) and the movies we aren't gonn…

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American Museum of Natural History’s Paul Sweet on Birding in NYC 20:33

3M ago20:33

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Not too long ago I was heading home after a trek through Forest Park and saw a swarm of black-colored birds — hundreds of them — in the sky, trees and power lines, on rooftops and lawns and on sidewalks across the street. Fascinated by the super-flock, I consulted a couple bird experts, sharing pictures and a video. Paul Sweet, a collection manager…

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#182: A Hard Day's Night (1964) 48:13

3M ago48:13

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It was a hard day's night getting this episode together after our guest backed out last minute. Thankfully, Emily is back and we're celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Beatles' cinematic debut in A Hard Day's Night. We talk about the Fab Four turned actors, the way this movie tried to sell a soundtrack, and far too many connections to Spice Wor…

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Resilience on the menu at authentic Dominican restaurant, Puerto Viejo 16:24

3M ago16:24

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On weekend nights, Puerto Viejo in Prospect Heights is packed with New Yorkers and visitors alike. Many stay for hours, sipping morir soñando and eating sancocho while chatting with friends or longtime restaurant staff. In this episode we sit down with Maritza Abreu, the daughter of founders Cristina and Eduardo Abreu. Maritza is now in charge of m…

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In the Studio With: Nowhere (1997) feat. Lauren @ Fashion Grunge 1:57:36

3M ago1:57:36

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On this episode of Black Girl Film Club, we welcome blogger and fellow podcaster Lauren from Fashion Grunge! We get lost in L.A. and dodge Valley Girls, the Atari Gang, and some creepy alien while chatting about 90s culture, movies, and fashion in Gregg Araki's Nowhere (1997), starring James Duval and Rachel True.Our recommendations: The Doom Gener…

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The truth behind the “Asian gambler” stereotype 22:26

3M ago22:26

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As Mets owner Steve Cohen’s proposal to build a casino and entertainment complex at Citi Field is in limbo, some community advocates are questioning whether the harms outweigh the benefits. And during the February casino town hall, several residents, some of whom are of East Asian descent, questioned the casino’s proximity to Flushing’s Asian Ameri…

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#181: A Streetcar Named Desire (1951 with Foster Hirsch) 57:17

4M ago57:17

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We're celebrating the dueling centennials of Marlon Brando and Tennessee Williams with a look at their most enduring collaboration: 1951's A Streetcar Named Desire. Historian and author Foster Hirsch joins us to break down the film's complicated subject matter, Marlon Brando's Method acting, the gender and class politics and everyone's old friend, …

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A Jamaican mother-daughter duo fills fashion’s empty niche 16:42

4M ago16:42

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When Lolita Malone was growing up with three younger sisters and their baby brother in rural Jamaica, she and her siblings shared clothes, shoes, and pretty much everything. They had a tiny allowance but big fashion dreams, so they would hit up thrift shops and cut and upcycle clothes. Now, decades later, Lolita and her daughter, Maui, have launche…

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Introducing: World Gone Wrong: a fictional chat show about friendship at the end of the world 25:38

4M ago25:38

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This week we are proud to present the first episode of show we think you're going to love, World Gone Wrong: a fictional chat show about friendship at the end of the world. Malik and Jamie were roommates when the world ended. Now separated by half the country, literal acid rain, werewolves, aliens, and more, they start a chat podcast to stay in tou…

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Why reggaeton stars are ditching their music for God 29:00

4M ago29:00

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In December, reggaeton legend Daddy Yankee announced his plan to dedicate himself to Christianity. He dropped the bombshell on a farewell tour while a drone depicted a giant cross and the message “Christ is coming.” Daddy Yankee’s move follows other icons like Farruko, Julio Voltio, El General. But that’s not the only thing they have in common. So …

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#180: Some Like It Hot (1959 with Elisa Jordan) 46:50

4M ago46:50

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Marilyn Monroe writer Elisa Jordan joins Kristen to celebrate the 65th anniversary of Some Like It Hot. The pair discuss Marilyn Monroe's career during this film, whether Jack Lemmon and Tony Curtis could pass as women, and how the movie's connections with the LGBTQ community. This episode was created thanks to our Patrons:Ali MooreAmy HartDannyDav…

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A Taste of Argentina in NYC with Mendulcina's Mirta Rinaldi 16:31

4M ago16:31

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Mirta Rinaldi was 61 years old when she launched her food business, Mendulcina. But her journey with food began long before. Growing up in Mendoza, Argentina, she spent a lot of time in the kitchen, surrounded by family. Cooking was their love language. Then, in 1975 Mirta moved to New York City, and after working a variety of jobs she decided to f…

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NYC's Fight Against Predatory Home Flipping 15:45

5M ago15:45

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Neighborhoods like Cypress Hills and East New York are currently witnessing an alarming trend where house flippers aggressively target homes. They often prey on the vulnerabilities of low-income, Black, and Brown homeowners. Luckily, community groups like the Coalition for Community Advancement are fighting back with initiatives such as the propose…

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Rough Cut 21: Oscars 2024 1:53:57

4M ago1:53:57

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On this special edition of the Rough Cut, we're back to talk about this year's Oscars! In this very loose episode, we list a few of our predictions, chat about the Razzie's, a dissect the online uproar over the Barbie nominations. No recommendations this week! Slide us your recommendations or tell us your your nomination predictions at our email:💌 …

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#179: The Heiress (1949 with Lara Gabrielle) 46:53

5M ago46:53

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Love Month comes to a close with Marion Davies biographer and Olivia de Havilland expert Lara Gabrielle joining us once again to talk about 1949's The Heiress. We discuss its adaptation origins, why Livvie de Havilland was not feeling this movie, and why Montgomery Clift is so damn hot. This episode was created thanks to our Patrons:Ali MooreAmy Ha…

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The Evolution of Brooklyn Film Camera with Kyle Depew 18:30

5M ago18:30

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Kyle Depew’s journey into the heart of film photography began long before he opened “Brooklyn Film Camera” in 2015. With a background working for the Impossible Project, which famously acquired the last Polaroid factory, Kyle leveraged his experience and passion to create a space dedicated to the preservation and celebration of film photography. Fr…

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Episode 104: Earth Mama (2023) 2:05:37

5M ago2:05:37

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This week, we close out Black History Month with the 2024 BAFTA winning Earth Mama (2023), directed by Savanah Leaf and starring Tia Nomore, Erika Alexander, and Doechii.In this episode, we continue our discussion on Black womanhood, this time with an expanded conversation on adoption, the struggles of being a young mother looking for a support sys…

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Behind the Scenes of 'Public Obscenities' with Shayok Misha Chowdhury 18:04

5M ago18:04

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“Public Obscenities” explores the pleasures and pitfalls of living in translation as it follows a queer studies PhD student returning to his family home in India with his Black American boyfriend. The bilingual play boldly navigates the complexities of identity, belonging, and expression. In this episode Playwright Shayok Misha Chowdhury talks to E…

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#178: The Long Hot Summer (1958 with Shawn Levy) 51:44

5M ago51:44

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Paul Newman biographer Shawn Levy is here to help us celebrate the month of love with a look at the 1958 film The Long Hot Summer. Levy explains the enduring love story of Paul and Joanne Woodward, why this movie isn't better known, and why we should all ready Shelley Winters' autobiography. Buy Shawn's books here. This episode was created thanks t…

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How The NYC Audubon Society is Moving Past a Racist Legacy 11:47

5M ago11:47

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Last March, the New York City chapter of the Audubon Society voted to take flight from its past, shedding the name of John James Audubon – a figure intertwined with naturalist art and a legacy of white supremacy. In an effort to embrace inclusivity and reflect the diverse communities across the city, the organization is now looking for a new name. …

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S5 EP8. SOME GIRLS HATE DRESSES | Dr. SOMINA ‘MENA’ FOMBO 46:58

5M ago46:58

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‘Being black and gay, wasn't easy’ For this episode I was lucky to speak with filmmaker Dr Somina ‘Mena’ Fombo to discuss her latest short film ‘ SOME GIRLS HATE DRESSES’. An executive coach, experienced mentor and Diversity and Inclusion consultant delivering to clients across the USA, Europe and Asia. Winner of the first Iris Prize Documentary Fi…

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Episode 103: Just Another Girl on the IRT (1992) 1:37:46

5M ago1:37:46

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Happy Black History Month and happy 6 years of Black Girl Film Club! ✊🏾🎞️✊🏾We’re taking the train to Brooklyn with a discussion on Just Another Girl on the IRT (1992), directed by Leslie Harris and starring Ariyan A. Johnson, Ebony Jericho, and Kevin Thigpen. In this episode, we have a very important question: where are all the Black girl coming of…

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Jon Pichaya Ferry and the Making of NYC's First Bone Museum 12:03

6M ago12:03

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In this episode we dive into the world of osteology with Jon Pichaya Ferry, the founder of New York City’s first and only Bone Museum. From the origins of human bone trade to the ethical implications of sourcing and displaying these remains, Jon shares his journey from a curious teenager to a pioneering museum curator. https://epicenter-nyc.com/bri…

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