Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay The Ringer
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- Society & Culture
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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay dissect the biggest topics in Black culture, politics, and sports. Two times per week, they will wade into the most important and timely conversations, frequently inviting guests on the podcast and occasionally debating each other.
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Daily Wire’s Diversity Hire, Rap Beef, and Freaking Out Over Freaknik
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode with a playbook update (09:49) and discuss Candace Owens and her online presence (11:37). Then, Justin Sylvester comes by to give insight on interracial relationships within the Black and LGBTQ communities (). They are then joined by P. Frank Williams to talk about his documentary ‘Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told’ and the internet’s reactions to revelations of the project (57:55) before they end the show with a talk about rap’s “newest” beef (1:46:03).
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Guests: P. Frank Williams and Justin Sylvester
Producer: Ashleigh Smith
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Biden’s Budget, Pretty Privilege, and the Horrors of ‘Quiet on Set’
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show off with some "gender wars" banter (02:21) and a quick shout-out (04:37) before diving into Biden's proposed budget (18:42). Then, they talk about the Nickelodeon atrocities highlighted by the documentary ‘Quiet on Set’ (50:13) and the internet’s reaction to Beyoncé’s latest drop (1:22:07).
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producer: Ashleigh Smith
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Reckless “Behavior,” Mental Health, and the Kate Middleton Conspiracy
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay recap and give their impressions on the Kate Middleton conspiracy (06:07) before discussing former president Donald Trump’s comments on the possibility of losing the upcoming election (18:18). Then, they talk about mental health and Bill Maher’s segment discussing mental health in America (43:36). Lastly, they talk about the latest ruling in Texas that made sites like Pornhub react with a ban (1:11:02 ).
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producer: Ashleigh Smith
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Banning TikTok, Actively Black, and Controversial Feet Pics
Today, Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay are joined by Ashley Gold, a tech and policy reporter at Axios, to talk about the TikTok ban (05:26). Then, the two bring back the “Is Van Wrong?” segment (25:03) and discuss the internet’s response to Karrueche Tran’s OnlyFans announcement on Instagram (49:09). Later, they are joined by the CEO of the fashion sports brand Actively Black, Lanny Smith, to talk about the creation of the brand and his recent apology video (47:49).
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Guests: Ashley Gold and Lanny Smith
Producer: Ashleigh Smith
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Oprah’s Ozempic Special, the Oscars, and Draya’s Pregnancy
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode off with their reactions to the 96th Academy Awards (00:13) before giving their opinions on the reactions to Draya Mitchell and Jalen Green’s relationship (21:55). Then, they discuss the State of the Union address (45:34), Oprah’s special 'Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution' (01:19:36), and their take on Jerrod Carmichael’s reality show trailer (01:32:59).
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Ashleigh Smith
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Lieutenant Nasty, Charlamagne’s Apology, and the Supreme Court Trump Decision
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay give their opinions on the latest Supreme Court ruling (27:37) and reparation comments from the lieutenant governor of North Carolina, Mark Robinson (45:52), before rating the apology from Charlamagne tha God to viral TikTok creator Ressa Tessa (1:07:53).
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Ashleigh Smith
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Customer Reviews
A must listen Podcast!
Have loved listening to this Podcast. Thoroughly enjoyed every one and I have learned a lot. Much love to Rachel. Xoxo
Insightful and engaging podcast
Such a sharp, nuanced and enjoyable discussion of current issues in the US. The chemistry and banter between Rachel and Van is perfect, and I am constantly laughing out loud. Rachel is an absolute star and has the brightest future ahead of her ♥️
informative and engaging
If you’re looking for a podcast that is not just great listening but also informative on issues that matter this is it. Rachel Lindsay is articulate and upbeat making for great listening