41 episodes

BFFs, pop culture enthusiasts, and scholars Portia & LaRhonda know one thing for sure: A Different World is the most important sitcom ever! And each week, they’ll prove it as they review every episode of A Different World. So join us -- Class is in session!

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    • TV & Film
    • 4.7 • 7 Ratings

BFFs, pop culture enthusiasts, and scholars Portia & LaRhonda know one thing for sure: A Different World is the most important sitcom ever! And each week, they’ll prove it as they review every episode of A Different World. So join us -- Class is in session!

    Ep 039 - Got Dem Mean Churren Blues

    Ep 039 - Got Dem Mean Churren Blues

    It’s the end of the school year, which means it’s time for transition.  We’re moving off campus, making summer plans, reevaluating old relationships, and letting off some steam.  Grab a piano, a casserole, and meet us at La Grenade!

    Episodes Discussed: S2E22 - There's No Place Like Home

    This season, we are highlighting and donating to a variety of HBCUs, which have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Now, more than ever, these institutions need our support.  This week, we are supporting the University of the Virgin Islands.  Go to www.uvi.edu to donate.

    Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website.

    Like this show? Please leave us a review here. And post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!

    Original music produced by Deyquan Bowens.  For more info, visit www.deyquanbowens.com.

    • 1 hr 42 min
    Ep 038 - He IS Somebody!

    Ep 038 - He IS Somebody!

    We are joined by our guest policy and politics expert, Talisha Searcy to discuss a groundbreaking episode where Dwayne campaigns for student government president and  Rev Jesse Jackson visits the campus.

    Episodes Discussed: S2E21 - Citizen Wayne



    Episode Resources:

    •   Follow: Talisha Searcy (Twitter: @talisha_searcy; Facebook: @Talisha Searcy)

    •   Visit: talishasearcy.com

    •   Watch: Jesse Jackson presidential campaign commercial featuring Bill Cosby (1988)

    •   Watch: Jesse Jackson’s “David and Goliath” speech (1984)



    This season, we are highlighting and donating to a variety of HBCUs, which have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Now, more than ever, these institutions need our support.  This week, we are supporting Wilberforce University.  Go to www.wilberforce.edu to donate.

    Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website.

    Like this show? Please leave us a review here. And post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!

    Original music produced by Deyquan Bowens.  For more info, visit www.deyquanbowens.com.

    • 2 hr 17 min
    Ep 037 - "Thank you for being my friend..."

    Ep 037 - "Thank you for being my friend..."

    Freddie’s first kiss turns into a nightmare. We are joined by our guest, award-winning actress, director, producer, and activist Cynthia Dorsey. (Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault)

    Episodes Discussed: S2E20 - No Means No

    Episode Resources:

    •   Follow: Cynthia Dorsey (Twitter: @crmdelafemmecnt; Instagram: @soulactorcyn; Facebook: @soulactor)

    •   Visit: RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)

    This season, we are highlighting and donating to a variety of HBCUs, which have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Now, more than ever, these institutions need our support.  This week, we are supporting Wilberforce University.  Go to www.wilberforce.edu to donate.

    Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website.

    Like this show? Please leave us a review here. And post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!

    Original music produced by Deyquan Bowens.  For more info, visit www.deyquanbowens.com.

    • 2 hr 16 min
    Ep 036 - No Money, More Problems

    Ep 036 - No Money, More Problems

    Whitley takes a job at The Pit, and Ron tries to recover from a botched haircut.

    Episodes Discussed: S2E19 - Take This Job and Love It

    This season, we are highlighting and donating to a variety of HBCUs, which have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Now, more than ever, these institutions need our support.  This week, we are supporting Delaware State University.  Go to www.desu.edu to donate.

    Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website.

    Like this show? Please leave us a review here. And post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!

    Original music produced by Deyquan Bowens.  For more info, visit www.deyquanbowens.com.

    • 1 hr 34 min
    Ep 035 - Mental Health is Mental Wealth

    Ep 035 - Mental Health is Mental Wealth

    Kim takes on too many responsibilities; and Mr. Gaines moves in with Col. Taylor. We are joined by our amazing guest, entrepreneur, wellness curator, and social worker Quinn Flowers, LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C.

    Episode Discussed: S2E18 - High Anxiety

    Episode Resources:

    •   Follow: Quinn Flowers (LinkedIn: @QuinnFlowers; Instagram: @quinnflowers.licsw.rpt)

    •   Visit: The Healing Garden

    •   Shop: Healing Garden Company

    This season, we are highlighting and donating to a variety of HBCUs, which have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Now, more than ever, these institutions need our support.  This week, we are supporting Delaware State University.  Go to www.desu.edu to donate.

    Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website.

    Like this show? Please leave us a review here. And post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!

    Original music produced by Deyquan Bowens.  For more info, visit www.deyquanbowens.com.

    • 1 hr 49 min
    Ep 034 - Walter and Jaleesa and Lamar

    Ep 034 - Walter and Jaleesa and Lamar

    Someone wants that ol’ thang back and he traveled all the way to Hillman to get it!

    Episode Discussed: S2E17 - The Thing About Women

    Episode Resources:

    •   Listen: Ledisi - Add To Me (Official Video)

    This season, we are highlighting and donating to a variety of HBCUs, which have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Now, more than ever, these institutions need our support.  This week, we are supporting Claflin University.  Go to www.claflin.edu to donate.

    Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit our website.

    Like this show? Please leave us a review here. And post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally!

    Original music produced by Deyquan Bowens.  For more info, visit www.deyquanbowens.com.

    • 1 hr 39 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
7 Ratings

7 Ratings

MAngieMcD ,

Nostalgia

Stumbled upon this show and it was fun to listen to! Anything 90’s is nostalgic but A Different World hits a little different lol 🙌🏾 It was fun to explore the show in a different way. Also checked out their FB and I love that they brought awareness/donated to organizations supporting Black communities and people ✊🏾 thank you ladies!! ✨✨✨

Over it 👎👎👎👎 ,

Genius podcast

For those growing up in the 90s sitcom‘s were everything to us it was our social media it was our outlet it was our way to learn what was going on in the world. In this particular sitcom “A Different World” was exactly that. Everyone... not just Black people but everyone sat down to watch on a weekly basis for years! These two women have definitely done their homework. Wonderful work!!! Can’t wait for more episodes!

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