Happy Hour: A Shot Of Conversation

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a cyber bar and have a hard time mixing a cocktail because the trending topics are “not hot”. This episode they discuss whether being called gay is still an insult; how Mizzou students’ activism is highlighting a larger issue regarding racism on US campuses; whether the NFL’s treatment of Greg Hardy highlights a hole in their domestic violence policy and whether giving your husband a hall pass is a recipe for disaster. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Is being called gay an insult Protests at Mizzou Greg Hardy & NFL Policy on Domestic Violence Toya Wright gives husband a "hall pass"

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a cyber bar and get a little ‘juiced’ discussing this week’s trending topics. This episode they debate whether there is life on Mars; whether the Black Church’s traditional stance on gay members is un-Christian; the legal and social next steps regarding the Assault at Spring Valley; and whether Halle Berry’s ex-husband David Justice was justified in airing her dirty laundry or was he overly emotional. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Mars, are we alone? Black and Gay in the Church Support Spring Valley Victim by Todd Rutherford – GoFundMe David Justice Denies Abusing Ex-Wife Halle Berry, Points Finger at Wesley Snipes and Issues a Warning to Olivier Martinez Referenced Videos Holler If You Hear Me: Black and Gay in the Church (Trailer) Spring Valley Parent Speech about police brutality

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian are thrilled to just let loose in honor of All Hallows’ Eve. This episode they pay tribute to Thriller; discuss their favorite Halloween costumes; share their role play fantasies; and deliberate on who should get “The Drawls,” Serge Ibaka or Odell Beckham Jr. If you consider yourself a Conversational Mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Michael Jackson’s Thriller Why do we dress up on Halloween Day of The Dead The Drawls - Serge Ibaka The Drawls - Odell Beckham Jr.

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a cyber bar and get delirious talking about this week’s trending. This episode they deliberate on why there may be a need for a Men’s Movement; how accurate 'Back To The Future II' predicted the future; why Star Wars VII has triggered a twitter war; and why we can’t stop talking about Drake’s ‘Hotline Bling’ video. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Men's Movement Back To The Future Day – 10.21.15 #BoycottStarWarsVII #CelebrateStarWarsVII Hotline Bling  

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian spit fire this week discussing current events. This episode they discuss the first national democratic debate of the 2016 Presidential campaign; why we’re all still talking about Raven-Symone’s statement that she wouldn’t hire a person with a ‘ghetto’ name; the social relevance of Rapper T.I. saying that women are too emotional to be President; and our initial reactions to Lamar Odom being found unconscious in a brothel. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Democratic Debate Raven-Symone won't hire people with 'ghetto' names Rapper T.I. says women are too emotional to be President Lamar Odom found Unconscious in brothel

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian are all tangled up in this week’s trending topics. This episode they deliberate on why a book publisher described African Slaves as “workers” and “immigrants”; the viral backlash after Cosmopolitan magazine called the Kardashian’s the ‘First Family’; the socio-political ramifications of NY inmates beating the Harvard debate team; and whether Victor Cruz’s fiancé’s “I caught you cheating” texts are justified or ratchet? If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. McGraw-Hill to rewrite textbook to correct referring to African Slaves as “workers” and “immigrants” Backlash after Cosmopolitan magazine called Kardashian’s the First Family NY Inmates Defeat Harvard’s Debate Team Victor Cruz’s fiance’ blasts him for cheating, via text to his “Side Chicks”

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian are taking as many shots as they can at this week’s trending topics. This episode they debate the cultural significance of the Zendaya Faux Locs Barbie; whether we should be concerned that Kim Davis met Pope Francis; whether NCAA athletes should be paid beyond the cost of attendance; and is ‘Plus Size’ equal?. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Zendaya Faux Locs Barbie Kim Davis meets Pope Francis NCAA Doesn’t Need to Pay Athletes Beyond Cost of Attendance, Court Rules Lane Bryant Plus Size Re-Branding Lane Bryant Responds to Critics

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian are giving this week’s hot topics an “Opportunity” to be the catalyst for a deeper conversation. This episode they discuss the historical and social significance of Viola Davis being the first African-American woman to win an Emmy for Lead Actress in a Drama Series; why Pope Francis’ visit to the US may mark the Catholic church’s conscious evolution; why Selfies are deadlier than sharks; and why everyone is in love with Taraji P. Henson, Cookie and Empire. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Viola Davis Emmy Acceptance Speech Pope Francis visit the US Sharks vs Selfies The "Empire" Effect and why we all love Cookie/Taraji

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian are giving this week’s hot topics a proverbial “Side-Eye”. This episode they debate why a Muslim teen was arrested for building a clock; whether they like or dislike Facebook's dislike button; why Matt Damon needs to take a diversity training class and who will win versus who should win an Emmy. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. FEATURED LINKS Muslim Teen Gets Arrested for Building a Clock – Has America’s Fear Gone Too Far Facebook Dislike Button “Matt-Splaining” – Matt Damon Knows More About Diversity Than The Diverse Emmy Predictions. Who will win

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian hope this week’s cocktail dismantles “Old Fashioned” ideologies. This episode they discuss whether sexting between minors should be a criminal offense, their views on Damon Wayans’ defending Bill Cosby; the implications of the $6.4 million Freddie Gray Settlement; and whether anyone should be surprised by Caitlyn Jenner’s views on gay marriage. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. NC Teen jailed for sexting with a minor Damon Wayans defends Bill Cosby Freddie Gray’s family awarded $6.4 Million settlement: Freddie Gray’s family awarded $6.4 Million settlement Caitlyn Jenner's views on gay marriage

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian are bewildered because sometimes "The Word is Not Enough," but it's all that they have. This episode they discuss the MTV VMA Shenanigans; whether the Bond Author's statement that Idris Elba is "too street" to play Bond is valid or racist; is the Freddie Gray the new test case for Black Lives Matter; and the legal and moral ramifications of a clerk denying a same sex couple a marriage license. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. MTV VMA recap James Bond Author Thinks Idris Elba is "Too Street" to play the role Idris' Response to being called "Too Street" Judge denies motions to dismiss charges, recuse Mosby in Freddie Gray case Clerk denies marriage license to same sex couple

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian are in a bit of a chaotic frenzy regarding this week’s cocktail. This episode they deliberate on why #LaughingWhileBlack is no laughing matter; how the media may be an accessory after-the-fact in public shootings; should we feel guilty for thinking the Ashley Madison leak is karma; and Trump vs. Univision. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Laughing While Black in Napa Valley Virginia Shoots Victims on Live TV Ashley Madison Leaked Info Donald Trump vs. Univision

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian serve everything Straight Up. This episode they debate the formula behind the box office success of ‘Straight Outta Compton’; the moral implications of Jared’s plea deal; whether children should receive participation trophies; and how Mike Epps wife caught him cheating on Twitter. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Straight Outta Compton Box Office Hit Subway's Jared Pleads Guilty Participation Trophies Mike Epps Cheats via Twitter

A lawyer, a host, and a comedian have a little too much of their own cocktail and playfully ease on down the road. This episode they talk about whether the NBC reboot of ‘The Wiz’ is genius or blasphemous; whether the 2016 presidential election is becoming a joke; why DNA can’t tell African-Americans specifically where in Africa they come from; and online dating, I do or I don’t. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Featured Link #1: The Wiz 2.0 (Stephanie Mills) Featured Link #2: The Wiz 2.0 Featured Link #3: 2016 Presidential Campaign Featured Link #4: Tracing the African roots of African-Americas: Online Dating Featured Link #5: Online Dating

A lawyer, a host and two comedians walk into a cyber-bar? What comes next is a whole lot of ‘Trouble Man.’ This episode they debate whether R&B Music is dead or are listeners zombies; Police terror state or paranoia; was Bobbi Kristina’s death an accident, murder or exploitation; and whether the use of the word B##ch has evolved into compliment? If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Featured Link #1: The popification of R&B (Tamar Braxton) Featured Link #2: The popification of R&B (Tyrese) Featured Link #3: Police Terror State or Paranoia Featured Link #4: Bobbi Kristina – Accident, Murder, Exploitation?: Bobbi Kristina — D.A. Gunning for Manslaughter Charge Against BF Featured Link #5: B**ch, Liberating or Offensive

A lawyer, a host and a comedian call a different play this week and make a drink that’s two parts politics, one part justice and one part football. This episode they discuss the significance of US President Barack Obama’s visit to Kenya; whether Ray Tensing’s murder indictment of a Samuel DuBose, a black unarmed motorist, is an outlier or the tipping point; whether the death of Cecil the Lion is a valid story or a distraction; and the NFL hires their first female coach? If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Featured Link #1: The significance of President Obama's visit to Kenya Featured Link #2: Cop indicted for murder of Sam DuBose Featured Link #3: Cecil the Lion killed – story or distraction? Featured Link #4: Jen Welter 1st Female NFL Coach

A lawyer, a filmmaker, a host and a comedian get serious this week realizing that sometimes the only remedy for life’s woes is to commune with one another and talk things out. This episode they discuss why Sandra Bland’s arrest and subsequent death still has the US divided; the voice of conservative America and their continued attack on the President; why All Lives Matter as a retort to Black Lives Matter is tone deaf and racist; whether ‘Ashley Madison’ Cheaters ever win? If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Featured Link #1: Sandra Bland…#IfIDieInPoliceCustody Featured Link #2: Conservative anchor goes on rant against the President Featured Link #3: OITNB and HTGAWM actor explains why people should stop saying "All Lives Matter" Featured Link #4: All #BlackLivesMatter. This is Not a Moment, but a Movement Featured Link #5: AshleyMadison.com gets hacked and hackers threaten to release cheaters information

A lawyer, a filmmaker, a host and a comedian devise their own game of "Duck, Duck, GOAT," where you lose if you don't have an opinion. This episode they dissect whether US President Barack Obama's commutation of 46 drug offenders will be the catalyst for a national conversation on a broken prison system; whether Serena Williams is the greatest athlete of this generation; is 50 cent broke or is he just using his financial common sense; can Andy Cohen's apology stop a 'cultural misappropriation' boycott of Bravo. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Featured Link #1: POTUS commutes 46 drug offenders: http://www.cnn.com/2015/07/13/politics/obama-commutes-sentences-drug-offenders/index.html Featured Link #2: Serena G.O.A.T. : http://www.complex.com/sports/2015/07/serena-williams-is-the-goat Featured Link #3: 50 cent broke?: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/50-cent-files-bankruptcy_55a3c578e4b0ecec71bc6918 Featured Link #4: Bravo Boycott: http://

A lawyer, a filmmaker, a host and a comedian serve up a cocktail that will unleash your inner Chatty Cathy/Charlie. This episode they discuss whether Russell Wilson and Ciara abstaining from sex is outdated or orgasmic; what we can learn from Cosby's own words; whether Florida State's dismissal of QB based on a video is precedential or premature; and has Black Twitter reached it's Tipping Point . If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Featured Link #1: Russell & Ciara New Spokecouple for Abstinence: https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/the-juice/6620153/ciara-russell-wilson-abstinence-not-having-sex Featured Link #2: Bill Cosby new sworn testimony: http://bigstory.ap.org/article/6d90b1f473f147ed9f0048f9e9ac2287/apnewsbreak-cosby-said-he-got-drugs-give-women-sex Featured Link #3: Florida State QB: http://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/ncaafb/florida-state-dismisses-deandre-johnson-after-video-shows-qb-punching-woman/ar-AAcDgas?ocid=iehp Featur

A lawyer, a filmmaker, a host and a comedian serve a cocktail made up of the basic ingredients: Fame, Marriage, Genetics and Hotties. This episode they discuss why everyone wants to be famous; has social media made marriage obsolete; where do we come from; and #MCM & #WCM flirtatious or foolhardy . If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Why does everyone want to be famous: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/donna-rockwell-psyd/mindfulness-in-everyday-l_2_b_4818606.html Is Marriage Obsolete: http://www.pbs.org/thisemotionallife/blogs/does-internet-promote-or-damage-marriage Where do we come from: http://www.pbs.org/thisemotionallife/blogs/does-internet-promote-or-damage-marriage Freedman's Beaureau records to be available online: http://www.vibe.com/2015/06/african-american-family-records-from-slavery-era-will-be-available-online-for-free/ #MCM & #WCW: http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=%23MCM & http://www.urbandictionary.com/de