Black and Snerdy Podcast

Ode and Mo "Kid" Licorish
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What happens when pop culture, anime, and mental health awareness collide? You get the Black and Snerdy Podcast. Every Friday, NYC-based hosts Ode and Mo "Kid" Licorish spend an hour breaking down the latest in film, TV, and music through a cultural lens you won't find anywhere else. Whether we’re reviewing the latest blockbuster in "Watch Out Now," struggling through "Ode's Anime Breakdown," or catching up on our mental health journeys, we’re bringing you raw, funny, and essential conversations. Join the community! Where Snerds of a feather flock together! YouTube: youtube.com/@blackandsnerdy Socials: @BlackandSnerdy

  1. 22h ago

    Ep 192: This Nerd Don't Sport

    In this episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) dive straight into the Knicks’ wild Finals run against the Spurs, reacting to the twenty-nine-point comeback, the chaos around Madison Square Garden, Taylor Swift’s courtside cameo, and the larger conversation about who gets priced out of big sports moments. They turn that adrenaline into a bigger debate about fandom, New York pride, and celebrity culture. The episode then shifts into a heated breakdown of Time Magazine naming LeBron James Athlete of the Century, with other athletes entering the argument. What starts as a sports headline quickly becomes a larger conversation about legacy, impact, politics, motherhood, and what greatness is supposed to mean. The second half moves into Broadway and pop culture with a deep discussion on the 2026 Tony Awards, including Pink’s hosting gig, Megan Thee Stallion’s headline-stealing appearance, the response to her Moulin Rouge run, and the Patti LuPone backlash connected to Alicia Keys’ Hell’s Kitchen. They celebrate Queen Jean’s historic Tony win, Queen Latifah’s Chicago tribute with Alex Newell, and Mikel Suleiman’s milestone in sound design while also calling out the gatekeeping that still shapes Broadway. The tone sharpens again with a direct response to Boosie Badazz’s anti-trans pool party comments and a sobering conversation about Cyrus Carmack Belton and Karmelo Anthony.

    1h 2m

  2. 2d ago ·  Bonus

    Ep 191.5 Watch Out Now - Michael Jackson: The Verdict

    Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) examine Netflix’s three‑part documentary Michael Jackson: The Verdict and interrogate why the documentary arrived so close to the new Michael biopic, which the hosts cite as a major box‑office event. They name Leaving Neverland and Wade Robinson while contrasting contemporary documentary coverage with past court records from the 2005 trial, and they place the doc amid broader culture‑war threads including the Diddy and R. Kelly documentaries and the persistent Epstein files. The hosts debate whether The Verdict is illumination or a cynical rage bait / cash‑grab, weigh how Michael’s fame and race change public response, and describe the documentary’s effect on victims, family legacy, and music consumption. The segment closes with measured ratings from both hosts and an ethical note on recurring re‑examination of historical allegations in popular media.

    1 hr

  3. Jun 5

    Ep 191: Number 2 Pencils

    In this episode, Ode (⁠@thatsod.e⁠ / ⁠@thatsod_e⁠) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (⁠@licorishislegit⁠) discuss a surprise Jay-Z freestyle, play the clip, and break down the bars and implications for Beyoncé’s public posture. They examine the Diddy tape, voice concern for Daphne Joy while offering frank reactions that mix empathy with disbelief. The hosts interrogate the Lena the Plug and Adam22 divorce announcement, debating labels and reputation in influencer culture before pivoting to a sharp Peebo Bryson tribute that brings a warm, reflective moment.

    1h 2m

  4. Jun 3 ·  Bonus

    Bonus: Moments of Youth with Gregory Pellerito

    In this episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) speak with writer-director Gregory Pellerito about his movie Moments of Youth, a single-night coming-of-age film built around a scavenger-hunt structure and a major traumatic event that is explored two years later. Gregory describes the decision to keep the traumatic moment implicit while showing its long-term effects, details the emotional read-through that left the cast silent and crying, and explains editorial choices such as shooting the key scene in black-and-white and bringing color back when a character sings. The conversation connects the film’s tone to classic influences—John Hughes, Ferris Bueller, Breakfast Club—while positioning the movie between American Pie-style hijinks and deeper drama. The guest also discusses Perks of Being a Wallflower as a touchstone and distribution plans including a theatrical start and availability on Tubi, Amazon, and Plex. Show notes and links: LinkTree (https://linktr.ee/GregoryMPellerito) Gregory Instagram (@gregory_pellerito21) Gregory Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/gregory.pellerito/?checkpoint_src=any) Film Instagram (@momentsofyouth_movie) Film Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588343952471) Jackpot Pictures (https://jackpotpix.com/) Film TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@moymovie2026) Buffalo 8 (https://buffalo8.com/project/moments-of-youth/) Jackpot Pictures YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@jackpotpictures9308).

    1h 2m

  5. May 29

    Ep 190: Death By A Thousand Butts

    In this episode Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) react to viral moments and heavyweight confessions: Ray J’s knockout against Supa Hot Fire and the photos that followed spark questions about a possible rigged fight and a familiar publicity pattern, while Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical Magnifica Humanitas prompts discussion of AI and an unprecedented apology for the Catholic Church’s role in slavery. The hosts parse the pope’s Gandalf-quoting warning about AI exploitation and call out the real human labor—underpaid transcription and moderation work—that underpins supposedly automated systems.Ode and Mo also cover Stephen Colbert’s surprise appearance on Only in Monroe and CBS’s takedown-reversal, plus Gucci Mane’s memoir Episodes and his public disclosure of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia—Keisha Kaur’s Breakfast Club account of emergency interventions is examined as an example of family caregiving under strain. The episode closes with pop-topics energy (Tyrese/Club Shay Shay confusion, Eleven Labs’ Stan Lee voice controversy, Tiny Desk Black Music Month additions) and a pointed mix of humor and critique.

    1h 3m

  6. May 22

    Ep 189 Trader Joe's Of Albums

    In this episode, Ode (⁠@thatsod.e⁠ / ⁠@thatsod_e⁠) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (⁠@licorishislegit⁠) are talking about Drake’s surprise multi-album rollout, reviewing Maid of Honour and Habibti while referencing Iceman and how the new records fit into his catalog. They name specific standouts and lowlights—tracks like “Classic,” “Princess,” and the cha‑cha slide moment—call out features from Sexy Red and Iconic Savvy, and use a “Trader Joe’s” analogy to argue these albums feel like snackable club songs rather than substantive projects.The episode breaks down cultural comparisons to Beyoncé’s Renaissance and Cowboy Carter, raises artist‑growth questions by invoking Ja Rule and Fifty Cent-era debates, and critiques how algorithm‑friendly hooks and TikTok-ready moments shape modern releases. Ode and Mo score the album, debate Caribbean Drake and Nirvana/ballroom/house influences, and close Pop Topics with an Anime Breakdown and rapid-fire “mad/happy” rounds.

    59 min

  7. May 20

    Ep 188: Doesn't Even Fulfill Three-Fifths

    On this episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (⁠@thatsod.e⁠ / ⁠@thatsod_e⁠) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (⁠@licorishislegit⁠) break down the Netflix roast of Kevin Hart, diving into standout appearances from Usher, Pete Davidson, Chelsea Handler, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, while unpacking why the lineup of comedians—including Shane Gillis, Jeff Ross, and Tony Hinchcliffe—sparked deeper conversations about race, comedy, and who gets to say what on stage. They question the lack of Black stand-up representation compared to figures like Katt Williams and Sheryl Underwood, react to Michael Che’s viral take on how different communities approach roasting, and dissect why certain jokes—especially the George Floyd reference—landed as tone-deaf instead of funny. They then shift into a detailed review of Drake’s Iceman album, comparing it to his earlier work and debating whether the project shows growth or creative stagnation. The discussion touches on Kendrick Lamar’s lingering presence in Drake’s lyrics, critiques of repetitive songwriting, and the broader issue of bloated album releases, with comparisons to The Mandalorian’s decline and a “Temu album” critique that perfectly captures the project’s inconsistency. Along the way, they also analyze Drake’s use of Michael Jackson imagery in the album rollout and question whether the execution matches the ambition behind it.

    1h 13m

  8. May 15

    Ep 187: Darktor (Mother's Day Edition)

    On this episode of Black and Snerdy, Ode (@thatsod.e / @thatsod_e) and Mo "Kid" Licorish (@licorishislegit) celebrate Mother's Day with an all-new segment called "This or That: Mother's Day Edition," ranking and debating the greatest Black mothers in pop culture history. They kick things off with a spirited Claire Huxtable vs. Aunt Viv showdown — weighing Phylicia Rashad's groundbreaking prototype against Janet Hubert's cultural backbone — then move to Florida Evans vs. Rochelle Rock, breaking down Esther Rolle's improvised "damn, damn, damn" moment and Tichina Arnold's no-nonsense energy on Everybody Hates Chris. The matchups keep coming as they pit Cookie Lyon against Tasha St. Patrick, with Taraji P. Henson's scenery-chewing Empire reign earning unanimous love, and then tackle a real-life triple threat of Tina Knowles, Donda West, and Afeni Shakur, debating whose motherhood legacy — living or lost — left the deepest imprint on Black culture. The bonus mom round brings Sheryl Lee Ralph's Dee Mitchell from Moesha against Kellita Smith's Wanda from The Bernie Mac Show, sparking a heartfelt conversation about stepparenting and chosen family. Rapid-fire picks fly as they crown favorites between Dr. Lucy Carmichael and Dr. Trudy Proud, Queen Ramonda and Queen Aoleon, Bo Johnson and Miranda Bailey, Lisa Landry and Jay Kyle, and Sugar Mama and Madea — with Angela Bassett Oscar snub discourse, Tracee Ellis Ross appreciation, and a passionate takedown of Tyler Perry's portrayal of Black women all packed in. Before and after the matchups, they also roast Wicked for Good's questionable sequel choices, Michelle Yeoh's singing debut, and Colman Domingo's blink-and-you-miss-it Cowardly Lion, then close out with their Big Mad and Big Happy segments rounding out a stacked Mother's Day celebration.

    1h 4m
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What happens when pop culture, anime, and mental health awareness collide? You get the Black and Snerdy Podcast. Every Friday, NYC-based hosts Ode and Mo "Kid" Licorish spend an hour breaking down the latest in film, TV, and music through a cultural lens you won't find anywhere else. Whether we’re reviewing the latest blockbuster in "Watch Out Now," struggling through "Ode's Anime Breakdown," or catching up on our mental health journeys, we’re bringing you raw, funny, and essential conversations. Join the community! Where Snerds of a feather flock together! YouTube: youtube.com/@blackandsnerdy Socials: @BlackandSnerdy

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  • Creator
    Ode and Mo "Kid" Licorish
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    231
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ode and Mo "Kid" Licorish
  • Show Website
    Black and Snerdy Podcast