The Jigsaw

Josh Rodgers and Bryan Haire

Josh Rodgers and Bryan Haire are ultra-black, busy millennials trying their best to figure out this thing called life. Join us each week in the Living Room as we take a deep dive into various topics that help us grow, unlearn things that no longer serve us, laugh ourselves into a frenzy, and get closer to solving life’s craziest puzzle piece.

  1. 2025. 07. 03.

    Culture Code Is Culturing

    This week on The Jigsaw, Josh and Bryan unpack Megan Thee Stallion’s powerful response to ongoing harassment after the Tory Lanez shooting, key updates from Day 11 of Diddy’s trial, and Jamal Roberts’ inspiring American Idol win. Plus, WNBA tensions rise with Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, TikTok’s “Gingers Are Black” trend sparks real talk, the 2025 Met Gala celebrates Black fashion—and the Casanegros drop an announcement you don’t want to miss.   Bless Up:     Jordan and Ayana Bell - Soul Grind Coffee Co   Check them out online at soulgrindcoffee.co or on IG @soulgrindcoffee   Song of the Week: Promises - Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers     Tap in with your favorite Casanegros by writing them or following them on social media:   Email: askthejigsaw@gmail.com   Instagram: @thejigsawpodcast | @iamjoshrodgers | @iambryanhaire

    2시간 23분

  2. 2025. 06. 02.

    Clout Chasing And Lies In The Making

    In the age of social media, authenticity is optional, and performance is the norm. This week, we examine how platforms like TikTok and Instagram have turned everyday people into curated characters, where even “real life” feels staged. Using Ashton Hall’s viral “day in the life” video as a jumping-off point, we explore the fine line between influence and illusion. Are folks living, or are they just content? Join us as we dissect the performance of online existence and the social currency of faking it.   Bless Up:     Neighborly Paper - Robin Beck and Carmelle Kendall   Check them out online at neighborlypaper.com or on IG @neighborlypaper   Song of the Week: Girl - The Internet, Girl - Destiny’s Child      Tap in with your favorite Casanegros by writing them or following them on social media:   Email: askthejigsaw@gmail.com   Instagram: @thejigsawpodcast | @iamjoshrodgers | @iambryanhaire

    1시간 47분

  3. 2025. 05. 12.

    Don't Let Them In

    This week on The Jigsaw, Bryan breaks down his experience at the GNX Tour, while he and Josh mourn the Grizzlies and Lakers getting bounced from the playoffs. But the real heat is in the Living Room, where the guys dive into Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s newest film starring Michael B. Jordan. With vampires as culture vultures, Black trauma as currency, and faith caught in the middle, the movie opens up a powerful conversation on cultural appropriation, the danger of being too welcoming, and the spiritual labor Black women carry.   From the blues to the church, from gatekeeping to discernment — this one is layered. Tap in, laugh hard, think deep, and as always, find the pieces and figure it out.   Bless Up:     Brwn Stock - Erica Chisolm   Check them out online at brwnstock.com or on IG @brwnstock   Song of the Week: Girl - The Internet, Girl - Destiny’s Child      Tap in with your favorite Casanegros by writing them or following them on social media:   Email: askthejigsaw@gmail.com   Instagram: @thejigsawpodcast | @iamjoshrodgers | @iambryanhaire

    2시간 39분

  4. 2025. 04. 29.

    Target! You In Danger, Girl.

    This week, we’re talking everything from Resurrection Weekend reflections to the realities of grocery shopping in today’s economy. We’re diving into the cultural richness of soul food and Mexican cuisine, the evolution of iconic Black mothers on TV, and the ways authentic storytelling has shaped how we see ourselves on screen. We’re also dreaming about trips to Japan, spotlighting Black entrepreneurship abroad, and celebrating Black excellence worldwide. Plus, we’re unpacking the recent Target boycott—what it says about accountability, the power of collective action, and why we’re choosing to be more intentional with where we spend our dollars. It’s a full plate, and trust us—you’ll want a seat at this table.   Bless Up Report: Deuce Ludus Griggs – Subterra Cocktail Bar | @subterra_osaka​Instagram   Song of the Week - Good Mornin' - Flwr Chyld   Tap in with your favorite Casanegros: Email: askthejigsaw@gmail.com Instagram: @thejigsawpodcast | @iamjoshrodgers | @iambryanhaire

    1시간 46분

  5. 2025. 04. 18.

    Cooning For The Gospel?

    This week, we’re unpacking how harmful anti-Black theology and respectability politics have shaped the ways we see ourselves—and how others expect us to perform faith. We’re digging into the ways the church has sometimes been complicit in upholding oppressive systems, and how Jesus’ own life was marked by civil disobedience, resistance, and liberation. From flipping tables to breaking rules for the sake of the marginalized, Christ showed us that kingdom work often looks like disruption. Let’s talk about it. But also, it’s Holy Week so the Casanegros are gonna be churchy.   Bless Up: The Folklore – Founded by Amira Rasool Explore global Black-owned fashion and lifestyle brands at thefolklore.com or on IG @thefolklore   Song of the Week: Oh Holy Lamb – Youthful Praise feat. Jason Nelson     Tap in with your favorite Casanegros: Email: askthejigsaw@gmail.com Instagram: @thejigsawpodcast | @iamjoshrodgers | @iambryanhaire

    2시간 13분

  6. 2025. 03. 22.

    Put That Woman First

    Black women been that and continue to be that. This week on The Jigsaw, Josh and Bryan take a moment to honor the brilliance, resilience, and cultural power of Black women. From boardrooms to pulpits, politics to pop culture, the fellas give flowers to the women who shape our lives, lead our movements, and hold it all together. Tap in as we celebrate their impact, uplift their stories, and remind the world that Black women don’t just carry the culture—they are the culture.   Bless Up: Tiffany James - Modern Blk Girl Check them out online at modernblkgirl.com or on IG @modernblkgirl   Song of the Week: You Brought The Sunshine - The Clark Sisters   Tap in with your favorite Casanegros by writing them or following them on social media: Email: askthejigsaw@gmail.com Instagram: @thejigsawpodcast | @iamjoshrodgers | @iambryanhaire

    2시간 13분

  7. 2025. 03. 14.

    Keep Bronny's Name Out Your Mouth

    Some conflicts call for calm conversations, while others demand you stand ten toes down. This week on The Jigsaw, Josh and Bryan break down the Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James exchange to unpack the fine line between keeping the peace and applying pressure. When should we go to bat for our loved ones? When is silence the best strategy? And how do we handle sensitive matters without burning bridges? Tap in as we explore the wisdom of knowing when to talk it out and when it’s time to say knuck if you buck!   Bless Up:  Niamb - Thrilling   Check them out online at shopthrilling.com or on IG @shopthrilling   Song of the Week: Put Your Records On - Corinne Bailey Rae   Tap in with your favorite Casanegros by writing them or following them on social media:     Email: askthejigsaw@gmail.com   Instagram: @thejigsawpodcast | @iamjoshrodgers | @iambryanhaire

    1시간 40분

  8. 2025. 03. 03.

    Black in the 90s

    The 90s weren’t just a decade—they were a whole movement. Black culture in the 90s shaped music, TV, fashion, business, and even the church in ways that still hit today. From Martin and Living Single to Tupac, TLC, and Kirk Franklin, the 90s gave us legends, game-changers, and cultural blueprints that remain undefeated.   In this episode of The Jigsaw, we’re taking a deep dive into the Black 90s experience—celebrating the shows that represented us, the music that moved us, and the icons who built legacies. We’re talking style, ownership, and the influence of the Black church. And of course, we’re debating the biggest questions: What was the best 90s show? Which song still slaps like it just dropped? Who had the most iconic style?   If you grew up in the 90s—or just appreciate its greatness—this one’s for you.  Tap in and let’s talk about the decade that made us.         Bless Up:   Niambi Cacchioli - Pholk Beauty  Check them out online at pholkbeauty.com or on IG @pholkbeauty   Song of the Week:  Mariah Carey - One Sweet Day     Tap in with your favorite Casanegros by writing them or following them on social media:   Email: askthejigsaw@gmail.com   Instagram: @thejigsawpodcast | @iamjoshrodgers | @iambryanhaire

    2시간 17분
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Josh Rodgers and Bryan Haire are ultra-black, busy millennials trying their best to figure out this thing called life. Join us each week in the Living Room as we take a deep dive into various topics that help us grow, unlearn things that no longer serve us, laugh ourselves into a frenzy, and get closer to solving life’s craziest puzzle piece.

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    Josh Rodgers and Bryan Haire
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    2020년 - 2025년
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