With the release of Cannon Busters on Netflix, we turn our focus to black characters in anime. We go over our obvious faves, the characters who are black in always but coloring, where our brown brethren fit in, and black character tropes. Plus, Disney is definitely getting this coin... & moose knuckles. InstaBae: Raychill Smith | @raychillster Loca…

This week on Alt-Black we have on a wonderfully delightful local sculpture artist. We talk about creating art that reflects what YOU know, the process for creating sculpture art, and why you should let your mama follow you on Instagram. Plus, hear why Eric got twitter banned for nothing at all.... Guest: Murjoni Merriweather | @mvrjoni InstaBae: Th…

We on that creepy sh*t this week as we take a look at Maryland/Baltimore's long turbulent history with the paranormal and serial killers. Demons got Eric shook. Sam is a little too excited by murder... I advise not eating while listening. InstaBae: Medianoche | @_medianoche_ Local Business: Field of Screams Maryland | screams.org Takeaway Question:…

You've got skills, your friends have skills.. why not bring those skills together to achieve your goals?? That's what we're discussing this week, as we dive into the world of art collectives. Plus, listen to us geek over these MCU moves!! Ahhh!! Guest: Liss | @tort.gurl InstaBae: Sachi | @chibith0t Local Business: Fully Grown | @fullygrownbmore Tak…

Get your freedman dance on! This year Juneteenth seems to be a bigger deal than it has in previous years. We look into why it's more popular in some areas, some dope ways it's celebrated, the controversy over when to recognize it, and of course... whyt people whyt people'in. InstaBae: Tabria Majors | @tabriamajors Local Business: Bengies Drive-In I…

This week on Alt-Black we are refereeing Hot Girls vs Gone Girls. On Hot Girls side we have the new rap femmes, mermaids, soccer champs, and more.. vs local mayors, ice cream criminals, and the recently deceased. No hate mail please. InstaBae: Shannon Sharpe | @shannonsharpe84 Local Business: Everyman Theatre | @everymantheatre Takeaway Question: -…

This week on Alt-Black we are taking it back to the roots! A farming brother comes on to talk to us about urban farming, and how agriculture should be a bigger part of our communities. We discuss the spiritual connection between us, our food, and the land, how to get started, and why farmers are the boss b***s of the apocalypse. Plus, we get to the…

Happy Birthday to US! In recognition of our podcast anniversary, we revisit our birth charts from our 'Ultra Personal' episode and have on the lovely guest who did them for us. We get some questions answered, get some bomb advice, and even have a mini tarot session. Guest: Ash | @supaultraviolet InstaBae: Jay Ford | FB - @givemhellj Local Business:…

Tell your homeboy to grab the sticks... 🌈 Happy Pride!! With this month being all about our friends on various ends of the sexuality spectrum we decided to look more into what that actually means. Is the Kinsey scale still relevant? What's the difference between Bi & Pan? Would you smash your bestie (virtually)? Listen & find out. InstaBae: Durand …

And with that, it's a wrap... Tune is as we have another GoT aficionado on to recap the final season. We discuss our favorite moments, some plot holes and what George R. R. Martin and HBO have in the works. Guest: John InstaBae: Frankie Fictitious| @frankiefictitious Local Business: Charm City Meadworks | @charmcitymead Takeaway Question: - Who wou…

Ya'll had more than enough time. This week on Alt-Black we cover the highly anticipated wrap to the MCU Avengers; the highs, the lows, the blows etc. Plus, we get into the hard-hitting questions like who's the Beyonce stan of the group, and who does kink with their superpowers ;) Guest: Earnest InstaBae: Lucky Luna | @_lucky.luna Local Business: Ul…

Soul Sister my ass... After some drunken Cinco de Mayo plans, we decided to take another look at the roots of our ridiculous holidays. What's actually pagan? Why do we show breasts for worthless beads? What shrine should you take your bachelorette party to? Tune in & find out. InstaBae: Alli S. | @empressak Local Business: Artistic Costumes & Dance…

The funnels of nerdom... We love Black nerds over here at Alt-Black, and this week we have a super funny nerd on to talk to us about the intersection of stand-up, D&D, LARPing and much more... Plus, catch our blerdy cypher that even Sam hops in on. Guest: Dorian/Violet Gray | @chaoticviolet InstaBae: Annie Hawkins | @anniecans Local Business: Mercu…

So after taking a podcast field trip to see Us, we recap some of the trends in the horror industry, some ideas for black horror films, and how different sub-genres have affected our young and adult lives. InstaBae: Harper Watters | @theharperwatters Local Business: Next Act Cinema | nextactcinema.com Takeaway Challenge: - Let us know what you think…

I hope you hoes is ready for Sunday. The time has finally come to see who, or what, will be sitting on the throne after all this grief. It's GoT week on Alt-Black as we discuss everything from top looks, to best schemes, to the male Pisces of Westeros... And of course a very fun round of FMK. Guest: Mason | @mason_eli_neal InstaBae: Raven White | @…

Bi-folk, you need to think like a man! This week we have Mr. & Ms. steal your girl on tell us about performing as a Drag King, and that lovely, artsy world. We learn some of the differences between the Queens and the Kings, how to make a beard, and a very cute acceptance story. Guest: Majic Dyke | @majicdyke Instabae: Bretman Rock | @bretmanrock Lo…

The wait is over! We've been wanting to have this guest on for a while, so glad the stars aligned for this link up. We talk about how to be an independent adult film star, how many is too many, and much more! Plus, Eric puts us on to a very interesting book. Guest: Marley Moore | msmarleytwerks.xxx InstaBae: Simone Mariposa | Insta - @simonemaripos…

Lupita got it on lock. Black History Month got a little overshadowed by mess, but aye, it's Women History Month now, so we are giving our Black Qweens their credit... From our historic icons, to our present day honorable mentions, ery'body getting their roses. InstaBae: Bilphena Yahwon | Insta - @goldwomyn Takeaway Question: - Who do you consider a…

Sam's back ya'll!! We're coming with our winter recap a little early, cause why not? We cover the crazy highs and lows of black history month (we're looking at you Oscars, and Jussie), who we've been listening to, our choice video games, and these crazy TV specials. InstaBae: Zelia Rose | Insta - @zeliarose Local Business: Greg's Haberdashery | Ins…

Ya'll gon' leave Donald alone!! Sam is still away in baby mama mode, but this week we are joined by former guests to cover the hottest game of the season. We talk about our favorite and iconic parts of 1 & 2, and then roll up our sleeves to dive into KH3. *Spoiler Alert* obvi. Guest Hosts: Andrew & Leslie | Insta - @kimonojones InstaBae: Violet | I…

Sam had her baby ya'll!! And as such is taking a little time to recoup and get situated with motherhood. But in her absence, we will be having some guest hosts from former episodes to discuss new topics. This week, we go over the gay community in Baltimore: the scene, the apps, the mens, and much more! Guest Hosts: Earnest & Chris Reed | Insta - @b…

Beasts, cheeks, and freaks. What's the wildest story you've ever been told? Now heighten that by 100, and you still wouldn't have anything as bizarre as Greek Mythology. This week we revisit the lore of old, and are quickly reminded how terrible and gross the Greek Gods truly are. InstaBae: Palais Apiim | Insta - @reignglobal Local Business: Nation…

This week we have a musician of all trades come through and tell us about his experiences, and the independent musician scene. From go-go, to gospel, to HBCU marching bands! Plus, find out about our ideal fictional bands, the name, the members, and why we'd break up. InstaBae: Brielle | Insta - @flutebae Local Business: The Verandah | Insta - @842t…

We're keeping it short this week... Lies. We have a full episode for you guys this week and we're talking women, film, and festivals. We discuss how women are finally getting director credits on larger projects, some film tropes we aren't carrying with us in 2019, and some 'dangerous' short films ;) InstaBae: Tomoe | Insta - @tomoe.homoe Local Busi…

We're Back!! After a brief hiatus for some family time, we're back at ya with our Fall recap. From our goodbyes to Tumblr and some creative legends, to the Romaine lettuce panic, to Soulja boy consoles. Plus, Eric tells us about his wild day during the riots. InstaBae: Phillicia Deanell | Insta - @heirofglee Local Business: Terra Cafe | terracafebm…

Pump, pump-pump it up! Time for part 2 of our 'special play' series! This week we dive into the second half of the Periodic Table of Kink (courtesy of UberKinky), and go over more items, fluids, and exercises. So take some notes, and prepare to get real naughty this Holiday Season ;) InstaBae: DJ Haram | Insta - @djharamLocal Business: Flourish Bal…

I'm down, maybe-probably, or hell naw? This week we have part one of our 'special' play series. In this series we cover the Periodic Table of Kink (courtesy of UberKinky), and tell a bit too much of our business. Starting from vanilla on we see where we land on the spectrum, and question Sam on her relationship 'privileges'... InstaBae: Sydni Dever…

Values, truth, and understanding. This week we look at an organization that is utilizing performance art to heal and self reflect on the community. We learn some valuable lessons on how to change an institution, how kids can be more knowledgeable than adults, and the importance of expression. InstaBae: Jaz | Insta - @blakmatilda Local Business: Pan…

Don't touch if you ain't got money. Looks, personality, and cashhhh! What does this get you? Drag, baby. This week we talk performances, drag culture, dating, and the tightrope of playing stereotypes. Also, we all want drag moms now. InstaBae: Melissa Alcantara | Insta - @fitgurlmel Local Business: Plato's Closet | platosclosetbaltimore.com Guest: …

Got your nana doing yoga. On this uber informative episode, we chat with a local Doula who tells us the ins and outs of what that really means, why emotional support is so critical, and birthing trends for black women. InstaBae: Ducky Dynamo | Insta - @duckydynamo Local Business: R. J. S Printing | Insta - @r.j.s_printing Guest: Anna Temple | Insta…

Grab your dancing shoes! This week, Sam & Eric sit down with a local dance choreographer and go over our favorite dancers, how to get started dancing in heels, and problematic preferences. On a side note, Eric breaks glasses. You gotta watch him. InstaBae: Ms. Briqhouse | Insta - @ms.briqhouse Local Business: Eubie Blake Cultural Center | eubieblak…

Leave Clucky alone! This week's guest came through giving witch realness. AKA not the pop culture interpretation. We got some great info about sticking to your faith, witch feminism, and pre-Coachella AfroPunk. InstaBae: Kari Faux | Insta - @karifaux Local Business: Ottobar | theottobar.com Guest: Black Witch | thisblackwitch.com Takeaway Question:…

Sam wants to film reality shows. Eric wants to film 'home movies'. Our guest this week records all sorts of things from club events to documentaries. We learn a lot about the process, juggling your creativity with the client's vision, and the odd hilarity of combination Halloween costumes. InstaBae: Kay Bear | Insta - @kayyybear Local Business: Bri…

We want all the flavor! A local chef and rapper stops by the studio to talk Filipino cuisine with us. We talk about our relationship to culture through food, why Filipino food may not be as popular as some other Asian cuisines, and how to manage art and hustle. InstaBae: Vanessa Davis | Insta - @the_wigs_and_makeup_manager Local Business: Mama Rosa…

"Ava DuVernay stole my life" This week we sit with an hilarious improviser of the troupe Casually Dope to talk Improv, POC theatre, and the one rap career that got away. InstaBae: Barbara Simi Muhumuza | Insta - @simimoonlight Local Business: Diablo Doughnuts | Insta - @diablo_doughnuts Guest: Blue Cavell-Allette | Insta - @bluecavell & @casually_d…

A cartoon for everybody. Weird, funny, geeky, sexual, complex, and all the other adjectives. What are we talking about? Anime of course! This week we talk our favs, the genres, and much more. InstaBae: Greighwolfe | Insta - @thegreighwolfe Local Business: Collectors Corner | Insta - @collectorscornermd Takeaway Question: - Did you wear any anime at…

Do you know who you're voting for? A local delegate stops by to school us on the importance of local government, mid-term elections, and working with those across the aisle. InstaBae: Makeda Lewis | Twitter - @themakeda Local Business: Live Baltimore | livebaltimore.com Guest: Jazz Lewis | jazzlewis.com Takeaway Challenge: - Find and follow 2 local…

Work Stress? Kid Stress? Bae Stress? We got you. This week we sit down with a local LMSW to get the real on what social work actually entails, and how it's for everybody. InstaBae: Selasie Amewusika Acolatse | URL - shop.amewusika.com Local Business: Allure Bound | Insta - @allurebound Guest: Octavia Sykes Takeaway Question: - Any suggestions on ho…

Clean your old tweets while you can... This week we take a look back and catch up on some summer topics that didn't make it into earlier episodes. InstaBae: Zoie Fenty | Insta - @iamzoie Local Business: Connie's Chicken and Waffles | URL - connieschickenandwaffles.com Takeaway Question: - Who got canceled for you this summer? * Follow us: @altblack…

The Vamp King is here... This week we learn about the world of Smackdowns and Promotions. Plus, Sam & Eric have the promos of the season! InstaBae: Vanity | Twitter & Insta - @wrestlebae Local Business: Club Orpheus | Insta - @cluborpheus Guest: Kindred Kymari | Insta - @kindredkymari.v.k Takeaway Question: - What would be the song your wrestling c…

Much debate over who should play Aretha.. It's all drag or be dragged this week, as we sit down with a knowledge expert on all the looks and reads our Queens have to offer. InstaBae: Nerissa Nefeteri | Insta - @nerissanefeteri | nenefemhealth.com Local Business: BMORE LICKS | URL - bmorelicks.com Guest: Jasmine Takeaway Question: - What would your …

Man, Bunny had the Vegas trip of a lifetime.. This week we talk about the intersection of nudity, comedy, nerdom and performance; pasties, style! InstaBae: Joy Postell | Insta - @joypostell Local Business: Papermoon Diner | URL - papermoondiner24.com Guest: Bunny Vicious | Insta - @bunny.vicious Takeaway Question: - What song from a musical makes y…

How soon is too soon? We join with a special guest to go over some creative outlets for our fav toons.. and maybe also migos? Plus, who don't love a con? InstaBae: Cola Nash | Insta - @_sun_gypsy_ Local Business: Charles Theatre | URL - thecharles.com Takeaway Question: - What should we cosplay as at the next Blerdcon? * Follow us: @altblackpod * E…

Hoeing or Racking Points? You decide.... This week we discuss some of our online endeavors. What's happening, our experiences, and a checklist to make sure you don't get called out. InstaBae: Dustin Ross | Insta & Twitter - @lookatdustin Local Business: O'ard Clothing | URL - localcultureapparel.com/oard Takeaway Question: - What's your birthright?…

We'll call it live action anime... Celebrity appearances? Check... Lovable character tropes? Check... Wild stories & scripts? Triple Check! InstaBae: Josephine Oceane | Insta - @josephineoceane Local Business: Iron Age | 6506 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD | URL - ironagekoreansteakhouse.com Takeaway Questions: - What stereotypical K-Dram…

Whoopi got some explaining to do... From childhood craze to adult on the GO madness. We discuss one of our favorite childhood shows that is still relevant to this day. InstaBae: Quinzel | Insta - @cin_von_quinzel Local Business: Gorilla King Comics | 1171 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD | Insta - @gorillakingcomics | URL - gorillakingcomics.com Guest: …

Let's hope Eric never gets super powers... This week, friend & listener of the show sits with us to go over your childhood heroes and how they're tearing up the silver screen. InstaBae: Miss Elise | Insta - @MissElise84 | Twitch - @MissElise84 Local Business: Ekiben | 1622 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD | Insta - @ekibenbaltimore | URL - ekibenbaltimor…

If you want color, gon'n get it!! This week we have a delightful guest come by to talk to us about ink, art, and intimacy. InstaBae: Alternative Black Models | Insta - @alternativeblackmodels Local Business: Tightfisted Fashion | 2114 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD | Insta - @tightfistedfashion Guest: Raye | Insta - @i.joanz | Twitter - @joanzdotjpeg …

Sweet dreams need air too! Embrace and remember your inner Guitar Hero as we talk about some of our influences during those oh so angsty teenage years. InstaBae: Anjelika Jelly Joseph | Insta - @mustbejellycuz | Twitter - @anjelikajoseph Local Business: Bill's Music | 743 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD | billsmusic.com Takeaway Questions- Top 3 favo…

It's going down with ya DM... This week we dive into the realm of fantasy and learn a WHOLE lot about a new way to play, and the woes of character death. InstaBae: Janelle Monae| Insta - @JanelleMonae| Twitter - @JanelleMonae Local Business: Metro Gallery | 1700 N Charles Street, Baltimore, MD | Insta - @metrogallery Guest: Greg Takeaway Questions-…