In the first episode of season 3 of @theBLCPod, Nic Nice, SNM Jones, Just J and Mr. Finley delve into the recent controversy surrounding P. Diddy. The episode begins with an analysis of Diddy's public apology video, exploring the hosts' varied reactions to his attempt at addressing the situation. The conversation takes a turn as they focus on the shocking video of Cassie Ventura being beaten in a hotel, reflecting on the impact of such graphic evidence and the shift that occurred amongst Diddy's allies and the public in general. The hosts then transition into a broader discussion on colorism, past rumours associated with Diddy, star power, and briefly touch on the role of religion in providing a sense of absolution for some individuals or being used as a cover to regain public acceptance versus facing consequences. A particularly provocative segment examines the uncomfortable reality of women being complicit in abuse, whether through silence or direct involvement, and what it means for the broader fight against domestic violence. Finally, the hosts speculate on what lies ahead for P. Diddy, considering the potential fallout and long-term repercussions of these events on his career and legacy. Tune in for a different perspective and thought-provoking discussion that doesn't shy away from the tough questions to include the loyalty to celebrities such as R.Kelly, Trump and so much more. Be sure to Like, Subscribe, Follow and Engage!

The episode begins with a little pre-show banter. (1:00) Nic blames his wife and daycare-attending son for being sick while trying to produce the final episode of Season 1. Nic is also sick of Kisha Chavis’s continual disrespect for her husband, Joe Smith. (2:30) SNM reflects on Tim Scott’s sudden departure from the presidential race. (3:30) J mentions the first black-owned sperm bank but tells Tim Scott his services won’t be needed. Following the intro, (6:50) the crew talks about their week including SNM attending a conference for women veterans, J trying to recover from disappointments in Houston, and Nic reminding black parents of the importance of advocating for their children. The group tackles the hot topics of the week beginning with (12:40) Andre 3000’s new ‘bar-less’ album, (16:59) Snoop and Meek Mill’s recent decision to quit smoking, (19:45) Chrisean Rock’s recent viral interactions with Tamar Braxton and Cam Newton. (25:30) Jada Pinkett-Smith says it’s important to have friends of the opposite sex, (36:10) Brother Bilal claims to have witnessed Will Smith and Duane Martin engaging in homosexual acts, and (47:10) Cassie files a salacious lawsuit against P. Diddy that quickly settles. (1:00:19) Pardi (Meg Thee Stallion’s Ex) drops a diss track to set the record straight, (1:13:14) Terrance Howard says Paramount owes him 20 years’ worth of residuals for his work on Hustle & Flow, and (1:22:08) the BINT (Blessings In No Time) founders facing charges for running a Ponzi scheme during the onset of the COVID pandemic. Rounding out the final moments of Season 1, (1:34:20) the crew reflects on the blessings and lessons gleaned from the first season as well as offers a few teasers on what viewers can expect to see in Season 2!!

On the eleventh episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, SNM, and Just J start with pre-show banter about SNM's dismal record with mispronouncing people's names, a light-hearted conversation about a clip featuring a Blood gang member's inability to use the letter C ( the BLCPod crew has no gang affiliation), and the need to retire the word "pause". They ponder the need to add more to the disclaimer at the start of the show (4:22). Following Nic's suggestion, the crew watched the Milli Vanilli documentary and gave their thoughts on what they learned (5:04), as well as whether they would take $500,00 a year to be Milli Vanilli all over again (10:22). They start the show with a quick update from Ep. 10 regarding Joe Smith and new revelations, including Nic's take on Kisha Chavis’ interview with Cam'ron (16:55). They move on to provide quick takes on the Jeezy and Nia Long interview (22:29), and the possibility of Doja Cat getting cancelled due to her latest antics (27:55). After spending several moments adding to the disclaimer, the crew discuss their take on Congressman Tim Scott, his new “girlfriend”, and if she's a political beard (35:45), the breakup of Lori Harvey and Damson Idris (51:48), and recent allegations of abuse made by Keke Palmer against her child’s father (58:51). The group went on to discuss Dee1Music’s challenge to Rick Ross, Meek Mill and Jim Jones, and claims that they are harming the community (1:10:11), followed by Young Thug’s RICO case, and the ruling that the prosecution can use their lyrics at trial (1:32:44). They round out the conversation with DJ Khalid and how he is his own money manager and trusts no one (1:42:32), address the latest development in the Elijah McClain trial, including the acquittal of the third officer (1:50:52), and so much more. Tune in and enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment, and share.

On the season finale of @TheBLCPod: His and Hers Edition, Nic Nice shares how he’s teaching his son to fight back in daycare and SNM Jones comments on overextending herself (0:53). In Quick Takes, Nic discusses Clay’s reaction to the internet hate he received after the airing of the “Love is Blind” reunion (10:48), SNM reacts to Draya’s claims of depression after being shamed for getting pregnant by 22-year-old Jalen Green (12:45), Nic comments on Simon Guobadia’s post-divorce announcement behavior while SNM calls out Lil Scrappy’s spitefulness (14:13). Wrapping up Quick Takes, Nic explores the reasoning behind Dame’s willingness to sell his Roc-A-Fella shares to Cameron (18:25), before they dive into an update pertaining to Fani Willis (21:10), and their opinion of Candice Owens’ interview on the Joe Budden Podcast (25:05). Main Topics include Cardi B weighing in on the 50/50 convo (33:12), a stay-at-home wife’s secret escape fund (44:08), and Joie Chavis’ pregnancy announcement (59:19). They conclude the Main Topics with a discussion of the church’s impact on keeping Black women single (1:14:52). For Final Thoughts, the hosts reflect on @TheBLCPod's origin, social media's role in the gender war, and why the His and Hers edition made so much sense (1:30:28). Tune in, like, subscribe, follow, and share!

On the tenth episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, SNM, and Just J discuss the new and improved disclaimer. Ironically, the new disclaimer was so long that the portion telling viewers and listeners to Like, Subscribe, and Follow (a throw-back to last week's pre-pod chatter) had to be cut. Meanwhile, the crew is still searching for their 'intro phrase'. They start the show (4:40) celebrating their 10th episode before recapping their week, which includes Just J's first time trying fully immersive VR, SNM picking up a side-gig as a book reviewer only to discover it was too time-consuming, Nic celebrating his birthday and reflecting on the blessing of having lived long enough to be considered old. For the first topic, they revisit a topic from Episode 2: Damaged Goods referring to Angela Simmons and Yo Gotti's extremely short-lived romance (14:16), followed by Joe Smith's reaction to discovering his wife, Keisha Chavis, has been running an OnlyFans account (24:11). Amid speculation that K. Chavis is just trying to raise her profile in an attempt to snag a role on a reality series, the crew discuss possible causes behind the break-up of Gordon & Mia Thornton - an age-gap couple from RHWOP (36:40). In keeping with the discussion on reality TV and age-gap couples, Nic asks for the crew's thoughts on news that Scottie Pippen's ex-wife, Larsen, will be marrying Michael Jordan's son, Marcus. (47:57). The group went on to discuss a couple of currently trending clips. The first clip features a discussion between a man who says real men provide 100% of the family's financial support and another man who said that sharing the responsibilities with his wife, or going 50/50, doesn't make him any less of a man. (1:03:50), while in the other video, a man tells his wife to get a job to support a baby that's not his (01:21:30). Rounding out the remainder of the show, the crew discuss the state of customer service in black-owned business - particularly the recent backlash to TikTok restaurant critic Keith Lee (1:44:02) and so much more. Tune in and enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, and share.

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On this week’s episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic Nice and SNM Jones engage in banter pertaining to Tyler Perry’s movie, “Mea Culpa” featuring Kelly Rowland (0:52). In Quick Takes, they discuss a recent interview by Usher’s mom and rumors about Usher and Russell Simmons (12:57), Draya confirms that she’s pregnant by 22-year-old Jalen Green (17:50), Tia Mowry and Cory Hardrict’s awkward red-carpet moment (21:17), Christina Mackay and Rick Ross splitting up (23:39), and Natalie Nunn exposed for cheating on her husband (28:41). The hosts then delve into the Main Topics, starting with Mike Epps vowing to treat women better and his apology to his wife (31:57), Lupita Nyong’o and Joshua Jackson interracial relationship and reaction from Black women (43:17), before moving to a clip by Steve Harvey where he asserts that men and women can’t be friends (51:29). They conclude the main topics with a discussion on Clay saying “I don’t” to AD Smith at the altar on Love is Blind, the reason why, and red flags (1:03:32). They wrap up the episode with His and Hers Final Thoughts, which includes Nic reflecting on women's reluctance to acknowledge uncomfortable truths and how this reluctance is contributing to the gender war. Shifting gears, SNM highlights the upcoming release of the movie "The American Society of Magical Negros," which satirizes white discomfort through a lens of black appeasement (1:18:38). Tune in, like, subscribe, follow, and share!

On the ninth episode of @TheBLCPod, Nic, SNM, & Just J discuss the progress of gaining likes, subscribers, & followers before trying to figure out a better way to start the show. They start the show (03:04) recapping their week, which includes Just J's experience with shrooms, SNM cooking for her dog more than her husband, & Nic discussing the joys (& cost) of parenthood. For the first topic, they get into Cesar Pina's IG live video addressing his allegations, while trying to defend DJ Envy (12:43), followed by Tyrese responding to his ex, Samantha Lee, after she made comments about people being in her ear (21:45). Speaking of Tyrese, the crew discuss the announcement that TGT, the R&B group comprised of Tyrese, Ginuwine, & Tank, are getting back together (33:02), before bringing up an old clip of comments made by Tank, which SNM uses to ask Nic & J a question (40:32). The group went on to discuss recent revelations about Dwight Howard in light of recent court disclosures made during sexual assault allegations (48:50), Michael Irvin calling out his son as fake gangster rapper, which gets surprisingly heated (01:06:44), before SNM brings up Cam Newton's latest baby mother to be, Jazzy (01:30:46). Rounding out the remainder of the show, the crew discuss the now infamous list of places women don't want to go to on a first date (01:46:26), whether they'd take $500k or dinner with Jay-Z (01:55:40), followed by Tyler Perry feeling disrespected in his bid for BET (02:02:09) & so much more. Tune in & enjoy the conversation. Don't forget to like, subscribe, follow, & share.

On the 8th episode of @TheBLCPod: His & Hers Edition, Nic Nice and SNM Jones engage in lively banter from appearing manly while drinking through a straw to SNM self-reflection on Bantu Knots. They jokingly highlight a clip that indicates that only 2.7% of podcasts aren't toxic, positioning @TheBLCpod among this elite group (0:51). In Quick Takes, they revisit the drama surrounding Reesa Teesa's "Who TF Did I Marry" (8:40), Porsha Williams (RHOA) requesting the court enforce her prenup (11:16), Diddy accused of sexual assault by Lil Rod (13:54), Princess Love and Ray J’s divorce announcement (17:30), and Cameron Newton getting jumped at his own charity event (19:38). They wrap up “Quick Takes” by congratulating Stephen and Ayesha Curry on their pregnancy announcement (22:20). The hosts then delve into the Main Topics, beginning with Jada Pinkett Smith expressing her desire for her daughter to have a relationship like hers and Will Smith (22:34), followed by Russell Wilson’s interview on the “I am Athlete” podcast where he shares his thoughts on being a stepfather (34:54), before moving to the cultural expectations surrounding male vulnerability and Iyanla Vanzant's perspective that men often feel valued solely for their ability to provide (49:55). They conclude the main topics with their thoughts on whether social media is ruining relationships (1:10:36) and wrap up the episode with His & Hers Final Thoughts. SNM discusses a Call To Action for Jackson State University and other State funded schools in Mississippi. Nic wonders if credit score is a good indicator when it comes to relationships after hearing about a dating app that matches singles based on their credit scores (1:18:59). Tune in, like, subscribe, follow, and share!