In its 100th episode, Cher and James look back on where they started, and how they found their way into Gimlet Media, where the final episode was recorded. Things we mentioned during today's episode: Gimlet Media Open Ended First Episode Today's sponsor, Cards Against Humanity. Buy their cards Find us on the internet: Tweet the episode with the has…

In our penultimate episode, Cher and James do one last Hotep Corner, because they stay trying to teach these devils! Things we mentioned during today's episode: Tina Fey instructions how to cope with Trump The real history behind the Confederate statues Today's sponsor, Cards Against Humanity. Buy their cards Cher gives love to former intern's new …

This week, Cher and James discuss the short film by Alan Yang for Jay Z's track, "Moonlight" from his latest album, 4:44. In Open Call, Cher gives love to an children breakfast food, and James give his first "Anti-Open Call". Also, BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! Things we mentioned during today's episode: Jay-Z's "Moonlight" Alan Yang's music video for "Moonlig…

This week, Cher and James discuss black narratives driven by white artists, including Calvin Harris and the latest show development from David Benioff and D. B. Weiss of Game of Thrones. In Open Call, Cher talks about her love of a new summertime trend, and James talks about the latest from Tyler, the Creator. Things we mentioned during today's epi…

Cher and James talk about cultural appropriation at music festivals while Cher is at the annual Pitchfork Music Festival in Chicago. In Open Call, Cher tried a new menu item at Taco Bell, and James talks about his new podcast with Gimlet. Things we mentioned during today's episode: Wendy's has a braid bar, and it broke Cher's heart Jill Scott - A L…

Cher and James discuss problematic hip hop, in light of recent releases from 21 Savage and Jay-Z. In Open Call, Cher makes a redaction from a previous Open Call, and James talks up an upgrade to a childhood snack. Things we mentioned during today's episode: 21 Savage - Close My Eyes Jay Z - The Life of OJ R. Kelly - Ignition Remix Today's sponsor, …

Cher and James are opening up your Third Eye in their latest Hotep Corner. In Open Call, the theme is "digital comfort foods", with Cher giving some love for ABC's Ugly Betty, and James gets lost in the Matrix with the latest iOS beta update. Things we mentioned during today's episode: One Day We'll All Be Dead So None of This Matters, by Scaachi K…

Cher and James feel like someone is watching them... it's their technology! In Open Call, Cher talks about a new Netflix show, and James talks about healthcare, but not the way you might think. Things we mentioned during today's episode: Computer Brother from Undercover Brother James' tweet about his Alexa spying on him The British Voiced Siri, Che…

Cher talks to James about her recent podcast listening, and they both dissect the "comfort" of the white male voice, and how a new podcast woke Cher up from her pod nap. In Open Call, Cher talks about a recent live show, and James shows some love to Roxane Gay's latest book. Things we mentioned during today's episode: Crooked Media Podcasts, run by…

Cher and James talk about making new friends as adults, and well, it's kinda hard. In Open Call, Cher rediscovered a favorite rom-com, and got a surprise in the mail, while James talks about a radio event he attended in Brooklyn. Things we mentioned during today's episode: University of Illinois at Chicago, where Cher is going to grad school in the…

Cher and James visit the beach, in two separate cities. These are their stories. In Open Call, Cher gets active, and James sends love to a long-time supporter of Open Ended. Things we mentioned during today's episode: Coney Island, the BEST! James' Washed Out ripoff cover Jason Derulo's Wiggle, in all its cheesy glory Pratt Beach, in Roger Park, Ch…

Cher tells James about an unrequited love she never met on the subway. In Open Call, Cher revisits an old Showtime TV show and James discovers a young rap talent from Philly. Things we mentioned during today's episode: Lyons, IL - the town next to Brookfield Zoo Brookfield Zoo, really dope place The CTA Pink Line, the newest of the 8 'L train lines…

Cher and James discuss the #BowWowChallenge, it's inception, and how catering to your "audience" online isn't always the best way to live your life. In Open Call, Cher talks about a deep cut from the black culture, and James found a new hobby with help from an app! Things we mentioned during today's episode: Shad Moss aka Bow Wow aka Lil Bow Wow, i…

Cher and James discuss the generation gap between Lil Yachty and Joe Budden, and how they relate to youths. In Open Call, Cher shows her love for a British comedy, and James shares his joy on the return of his favorite podcast. Things we mentioned during today's episode: Lil Yachty and Joe Budden have an argument I Fuck Wit That Vision Soundcloud, …

Cher just got back from the Third Coast Audio Residency and has some stories to tell y’all. (eyes emoji) Plus! An Open Call about a radical artist making white folks uncomfortable (fantastic!), black woman sisterhood, and footwear made of cork. Things we mentioned during today's episode: The Third Coast Audio Residency, focused on bringing diverse …

Seriously, y'all.By Cher Vincent and James T. Green

This week, Cher and James take a deep dive into storytelling, its origins, and how the act "sharing your narrative" in mixed spaces has shifted the film Get Out, and the Best Picture Oscar win of Moonlight. Review us on iTunes and Google Play, and recommend us on Overcast! This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audi…

We take off our nipple clamps for a new segment, "Voicemails by Theresa," and Cher came to New York to watch milktoast sex on screen. Review us on iTunes and Google Play, and recommend us on Overcast! This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color, women, and queer-identified hosts. Learn more…

Cher has theories. Review us on iTunes and Google Play, and recommend us on Overcast! This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color, women, and queer-identified hosts. Learn more at postloudness.comBy Cher Vincent and James T. Green

James is finding ways to cope, Cher wants more intersectionality in her womanhood, and they both deconstruct the idea of the "white savior." Review us on iTunes and Google Play, and recommend us on Overcast! This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color, women, and queer-identified hosts. Lea…

James is settling into Brooklyn living, Cher camped out in dangerous temperatures for Obama, and they both are in their feels because they are now officially long distance besties. Review us on iTunes and Google Play, and recommend us on Overcast! This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color…

Designers Theresa Stewart and C'ne Rohlsen-Green join the crew for their year-in-review (recorded at the beginning of December 2016), and celebrating James and C'ne's last show in Chicago before moving to New York City. Lil' programming note: we'll be moving to a bi-weekly schedule starting January 2017.…

Derrick Tarrance of WakingOni joins the crew for their annual tech wish list, and James shares a mini-audio documentary he made on his sister's college graduation. Review us on iTunes and Google Play, and recommend us on Overcast! This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color, women, and quee…

James finally found a place in New York, Cher calms down his anxiety, and they both discuss the black excellence that is Moonlight and Chewing Gum. Show Notes Cher’s Bitmoji James is moving MTV’s The Stakes episode on Standing Rock Moonlight Chewing Gum Review us on iTunes and Google Play, and recommend us on Overcast! This has been a production of…

We're back, and we're sad about the election, but we have a live show to play for you that we performed for the Chicago Podcast Festival.By Cher Vincent and James T. Green

Let's pour one out for Vine. Plus an Open Call about cable news critics and black male sexuality. Buy tickets to our upcoming live show in Chicago. This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color, women, and queer-identified hosts. Learn more at postloudness.com.…

It's a bitter pill to swallow for a self-published, black abstractionist artist in a digital world. Luckily, Tiffany shows us the brighter side. Buy tickets to our upcoming live show in Chicago. This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color, women, and queer-identified hosts. Learn more at po…

In this episode, Cher and James discuss “doing the most” in one weekend, and the real feeling of FOMO, fear of missing out. (Original broadcast: July 25, 2015)By Cher Vincent and James T. Green

Cher experiences a new kind of FOMO during a social media vacation. Buy tickets to our upcoming live show in Chicago. This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color, women, and queer-identified hosts. Learn more at postloudness.com.By Cher Vincent and James T. Green

Cher learns the power of determination and kindness of strangers one night on 67th Street. Also an Open Call in an arcade and in your eardrums. Our sponsor: Field Notes: USA made memo books & other products, including seasonal limited-editions. Visit fieldnotesbrand.com or 400 North May in Chicago. This has been a production of Postloudness, a coll…

In the age of smartphones, we explore Glen's relationships through a 2011 LG flip phone. Also, an Open Call about weed and shitpics. Our sponsor: Cards Against Humanity: They asked us not to read an ad, so we recorded something special for you in the middle of the show. This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio s…

Recorded inside of an airstream trailer in beautiful Portland, Oregon at the XOXO Fest, Tyesha Snow sits down with Cher and James to talk XOXO, white feminism, and Beyonce. Our sponsors: Basecamp: When you use Basecamp to run projects, people know what to do, people know where things are, and you stay on top of everything all the time. Inventibles:…

The digital side of doing it. Featured interviews (in order of appearance): Jonathon Pernisek Elijah McKinnon Sharlene King, from episode 35 of Open Ended. Our sponsors: Second City: Love comedy and filmmaking? The Harold Ramis Film School’s year-long program at The Second City is for you! Visit RamisFilmSchool.com for more info. This has been a pr…

Three artists question what the 24-hour news cycle is doing to our attention, and what that has to do a television in a Pilsen cafe. Our sponsors: Busy Beaver: High quality, US-made custom buttons, based in Chicago. Cards Against Humanity: A party game for horrible people. Iron Galaxy: VIDEOBALL is a piece of electronic entertainment. VIDEOBALL is …

When does life imitate art, and why was Cher banned from a pumpkin patch? Open Ended investigates during a live show at Steppenwolf Theater Chicago for the “Sounds Like Chicago” Podcast Festival. This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color, women, and queer-identified hosts. Learn more at p…

What happens when we sound a little different than usual? Let's unlearn our expectations... Listen to UnLearned on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you find your audio shows. This has been a production of Postloudness, a collective of independent audio shows by people of color, women, and queer-identified hosts. Learn more at postloudness.com.…

Recorded live from Weapons of Mass Creation Fest in Cleveland, Ohio, James and Cher sit down with Cristina Vanko to discuss theft and copyright in art and design, burlesque dancers, and the pettiness of $6 guacamole. We were sponsored this week by: Warby Parker: For listeners of the Open Ended podcast, Warby Parker is offering a Free 5-Day Home Try…

Ahead of his 27th birthday, Cher and James sit down with Classandra Green, James' mother, to discuss the difficulties, trials, and tribulations of parenthood. We were sponsored this week by: Cards Against Humanity: Cards Against Humanity is bringing back Concert Against Humanity at Gen Con on August 5. The show will feature live performances from E…

This week we learn more about hosts Cher and James by delving into their phone contacts. Ahead of WMC Fest next weekend, the pair also chat with co-organizer, Bryan Garvin about the festival and conference diversity. We were sponsored this week by: Cards Against Humanity: Cards Against Humanity is bringing back Concert Against Humanity at Gen Con o…

After James takes a few days away from the web, Cher has to fill him in on all the celeb antics he missed, including Taylor Swift, Kanye West, and the elephant in the room, Pokemon Go! We were sponsored this week by: Second City: Love comedy and filmmaking? The Harold Ramis Film School’s year-long program at The Second City is for you! Visit RamisF…

Fresh off a live event in Chicago, Tunde Olaniran joined Cher and James to discuss “fatness” and masculinity, activism and advocacy, and his new album, Transgressor. Music featured in this weeks episode: From Tunde Olaniran (in order of appearance): “Transgressor” “24KT” “Paladin” “Brown Boy” “Namesake” We were sponsored this week by: Cards Against…

Smartphones and high speed connections keep us connected with the most important people in our lives, but how are those relationships maintained over long distances? We find out through contributed stories by Rachel Hyman, Taz Kelleher, Cher Vincent, and James T. Green. The stories in today’s episode: “Against the Glass”, produced by James T. Green…

To mark the 60th episode, this week is just Cher and James, The Original Two. Topics of conversation include internet culture, an addiction to data and how content online has become indistinguishable just to be relevant. We were sponsored this week by: ActiveCampaign: ActiveCampaign is a one stop, marketing & sales platform for businesses of all si…

While James is away, Cher meets up with Phillip-Michael Scales to discuss the music business in Los Angeles, being a black singer-songwriter in the age of Black Lives Matter, and a special musical great that influenced him. We were sponsored this week by: Warby Parker: For listeners of the Open Ended podcast, Warby Parker is offering a Free 5-Day H…

In this week’s episode, Cher and James nerd out about narrative storytelling with Maya Goldberg-Safir. Maya works for Third Coast International Audio Festival and this is her first time on a podcast. We were sponsored this week by: Warby Parker: For listeners of the Open Ended podcast, Warby Parker is offering a Free 5-Day Home Try-On to give you t…

In this week’s episode, Cher and James chat to Felton Kizer, founder and editor in chief of Off-Kilter Mag, an intimate movement of artists, designers, and seekers of individual truth. This week’s discussion surrounds diversity, photography and what it really means to be a starving artist. There is also talk of Beyonce and green beans. We were spon…

This week, Cher and James talk share a small dispatch on Google I/O, and where they fall on the "AI-acceptance" spectrum. We were sponsored this week by: Cards Against Humanity- They asked us not to read an ad. Enjoy the show! LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENTS: We are fleeing to the Cleve, to Weapons of Mass Creation in August! We are part of thew Sounds Lik…

This week, Cher and James talk with Kimberly Vincent, Cher's sister, on how the "youth" communicate with friends, foes, and the world. We were sponsored this week by: Iron Galaxy- Scream like a school kid with Capsule Force, an intergalactic-retro-anime multiplayer game now available on PS4 and Steam! capsuleforce.com References made during our con…

This week, Cher and James discuss triggers, how they find them, navigate them, and deal with the aftermath. We were sponsored this week by: Iron Galaxy: Scream like a school kid with Capsule Force, an intergalactic-retro-anime multiplayer game now available on PS4 and Steam! Visit capsuleforce.com References made during our conversation: Radiohead'…

This week, Cher and James discuss artist ownership in light of the recent releases of Beyonce and Radiohead, and the legacy of Prince. We were sponsored this week by: Cards Against Humanity: They asked us not to read an ad, but enjoy the show! References made during our conversation: Beyonce's Lemonade, her 6th studio album and film Radiohead's Bur…