Whatever We Want with Jay & Kay Jamal Sterling & Khalilah Elliott

On this episode of Whatever We Want, co-hosts Jay and Kay again address the pressing issue of gun violence in America, discussing recent shootings and the need for responsible gun ownership and stricter regulations.

The pair also shed light on the Black maternal health crisis in the US, racial bias in the medical community and the recent case of a Texas baby girl taken from her parents by CPS in what is being described as a "state sanctioned kidnapping."

The news of Dominion Voting Systems settling with Fox News for more than $787 million ending a two-year legal battle over defamation also leads this week along with  Cardi B's recent controversies, a discussion about public nudity and naked dinner parties,  plus traveling to Mississippi without warning.

Key Takeaways:

[00:01:29] Shootings in America

[00:14:09] Black maternal health crisis

[00:17:36] Racial bias in healthcare

[00:20:58] Fox News, misinformation & Dominion settlement

[00:21:25] Facebook owes you money!

[00:25:23] Cardi B vs Tasha Kay

[00:27:13] Cardi B accused of being a predator

[00:32:52] Public nudity & naked vegan dinner parties

[00:37:59] Driving through Mississippi

[00:47:11] For the Culture: Dionne Warwick & jazz legend Ahmad Jamal

Check out these For the Culture Shout Outs:
Hulu's Our America: Trouble on Tap

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The Rise of AI
Marie Kondo is no longer Kondo'ing 
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Join Jay and Kay in this sidesplitting episode as they dismantle Billboard's Greatest Rappers ever list while delving into the comical side of aging and navigating parenting later in life.

Get in line as they conjure up alibis for '90s Freaknik-goers, just in time to dodge any fallout from Hulu's upcoming documentary on the legendary cultural event. Plus, the pair take a deep dive into Marvel's response to the dramatic allegations swirling around Jonathan Majors.

As a cherry on top, these jesters of justice serve up a thought-provoking look at environmental equity, as they discuss the need for communities of color to enjoy the same standard of water and air quality as others.

So, grab your earbuds and listen to your favorite podcast!

[00:00:05] - Jamal's B-day weekend recap

[00:00:56] - Top 50 Rappers: Billboard List

[00:14:29] - Andre 3000 reflects on aging in hip hop

[00:21:14] - Hoda Kotb is mom-shamed for adopting after 50

[00:21:54] - Raising children later in life

[00:28:02] - Marvel considers replacing Jonathan Majors as Kang the Conqueror

[00:29:07] - Ezra Miller, Jonathan Majors & White Privilege

[00:37:00] - Professional Black women suing Hulu over Freaknik film

[00:44:30] - For the Culture

[00:44:50] - Hulu's Our America: Trouble on Tap

[00:45:09] - Toxic Water in Minority Communities

Check out these For the Culture Shout Outs:
Hulu's Our America: Trouble on Tap

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Taraji P. Henson Brings Mental Health support to HBCUs
Scam alerts!! ATMs & Charging Station 
Thieves Steal Cooking Oil from Restaurants 
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Welcome to the Easter Sunday glow up edition of Whatever We Want with Jay & Kay as our co-hosts discuss Trump's recent arraignment (and the undisputable tale of two American criminal justice systems), the expulsion of Tennessee legislators, Clarence Thomas' ongoing exploits and acceptance of gifts from billionaire Republican donor Harlan Crow, a fentanyl pushing grandmother and more.

Plus the pair hand out unsolicited advice on repaying debts in time for tax season!

[00:02:10] Trump is arraigned in NYC

[00:04:45] Tale of two justice systems

[00:08:44] Tennessee Republicans expel Democrats

[00:20:00] Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' ethics in question

[00:24:36] YouTube prank gone wrong

[00:28:55] Don Lemon accused of problematic behavior

[00:33:53] John Leguizamo and the Super Mario Bros. movie controversy

[00:41:29] Tax refunds and paying people what you owe them

[00:44:27] Beyonce tickets 

[00:49:19] Hulu's show Un-prisoned

[00:52:41] Hulu's Rye Lane movie

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Hulu's Un-Prisoned
Hulu's Rye Lane
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Co-hosts Jamal and Khalilah return for the second half of Season 3 of Whatever We Want with Jay & Kay  just in time to bring in spring (and a ton of seasonal allergies)...

The pals catch up on what they've been up to since the beginning of 2023, including Jamal's artistic journey and newly adopted daughter (and Kay's time spent spoiling said daughter). The pair also dive right back into the latest happenings in the world of politics and pop culture discussing their experiences and perspectives on everything from how Donald Trump's indictment,  America's values, anti-trans rhetoric taking precedence over sensible gun control, the Jonathan Majors' scandal, and the dynamics of race and power in that situation.

Key Takeaways:

[00:01:38] - A new year and a new baby

[00:09:26] Trump faces felony charges in NY

[00:14:18] Anti-trans rhetoric after Nashville shooting

[00:18:21] America's priorities and values

[00:24:17] Gun control in America

[00:27:07] Jonathan Majors' assault case

[[00:34:54] Interracial dating complexities

[00:38:39] Women not being believed

[00:42:23] Bill Cosby Back on tour

[00:47:25] Judging people's music choices

[00:49:25] Dominique Fishback's talent

[00:53:06] 50th anniversary of hip hop

[00:56:42] De La Soul and Hip Hop

Check out these For the Culture Shout Outs:
Amazon Prime Series SWARM
The 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop
De La Soul Appears on The Tonight Show


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It's a brand new year (we think) and co-hosts Jamal Sterling & Khalilah Elliott are back with an all-new episode of Whatever We Want with Jay & Kay  to kick off 2023.

The pair dive right in reflecting on the hilarious political theater that was Kevin McCarthy's recent bid for Speaker of the House and the historical appointment of Brooklyn's own son Hakeem Jeffries to Minority House Leader. 

Kay also makes a shocking declaration that proves that the hip hop generation continues to evolve all while the co-hosts reflect on social media challenges that go too far, the problem with the "these kids today" mentality, and the recent confrontation between a 6-year old student and a teacher that ended in gunfire. 

The pair also highlight a recent lawsuit brought by a Seattle school district against tech giants that alleges that social media is causing a mental health crisis among young people and the danger of assuming we have more time to value those we love.


Key Takeaways:
[00:00:02] - Happy New Year!??
[00:04:44] - Speaker of the House shenanigans 
[00:11:07] - The great Hip Hop debate 
[00:17:00] - Best of lists suck
[00:19:19] - Angela Bassett & Courtney B. Vance is every Black parent

[00:21:30] - Social media challenges gone wrong
 
[00:23:09] - The problem with "these kids today!" 

[00:25:25] - Shocking shootings by young children

[00:28:24] - Is social media the cause of a decline in mental health for young people?

[00:33:53] - Learning to be present in the moment + relishing our relationships

[00:38:45] - De La Soul's music will soon be available on streaming services

[00:40:45] - Black Sheep sues Universal Music for $750M over unpaid royalties 
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Peacock's The Best Man: The Final Chapters
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Cute Babies > Ugly Germs
Everyone's having a bad season...except maybe the Detroit Lions
No New / New Year Resolutions
Watching Obscure Black Films in 2023
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It's the final episode of Whatever We Want with Jay & Kay  for 2022 and our co-hosts are wrapping up the year with the most interesting stories of the last few weeks. 

This fun episode is the perfect way to end the year as it covers everything from the fall of crypto, Deion Sanders, viral dances, and even Black men and mental health.  

Plus! Check out Jay & Kay's picks for best movies, music, tv, etc. for 2022!


Key Takeaways:

[02:00] - Kay finally caught the 'vid

[03:55] - Cancelled Christmas songs

[05:00] - Deion "Primetime" Sanders is leaving JSU + folks have a lot to say!

[17:35] - HBCU Alumni Giving Rates

[21:21] - Crypto is a Ponzi Scheme

[25:48] - Brittney Griner is home!

[29:35] - Democracy survived the midterms...but it's still on life support

[34:40] - Why does anyone care who Pete Davidson is dating?

[36:40] - How does one escape the matrix of dance memes & videos?

[39:39] - Avatar is visually stunning...is it any good?

[41:41] - The 110th Street / Harlem entrance to Central Park will be renamed in
                      honor of  the "Exonerated Five" who were falsely convicted for the rape of
                       the Central Park jogger in 1989

[45:00] - Dallas Maverick player Tyrell Terry steps away from game to care for
                     his mental health

[ 45:57 ] -  **SENSITIVE CONTENT WARNING**
                            Stephen "Twitch" Boss dies from suicide

[48:00] - Black men & mental health

[50:00] - Jay & Kay's Best of 2022

Check out these references & resources mentioned:
Suicide Prevention Info - Dial 988
Bastards of Soul

Check out these For the Culture Shout Outs:
NYT 1619 Project
NYT 1619 Podcast
Hulu's 1619 Docuseries

PLUS!! Catch the Bonus Content on YouTube @ChiefDisruptorProductions
Awkward performances of Motown standards
Resolutions for 2023
The reality of entrepreneurship & freelancing
Young people are a reflection of the adults who raised them


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