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Many Rivers To Cross (The Fellas Review "One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This" and "The Harder They Come"

In today's episode: Ian and Doug catch up after a few weeks of being "out here in these streets." Ian discusses the new urban planning projects that have been keeping him busy while Doug discusses how he's been getting back on stage over the past few weeks.  For this episode, Ian reviews the new book by Omar El Akkad titled: "One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This." It's a challenging book to read due to its unwavering realness but an important book to read, no less. Ian gives a brief overview and the fellas discuss. To lift the mood a bit, Doug reviews the 1972 Jamaican classic, "The Harder They Come," Starring the one and only Jimmy Cliff. This is a film that Ian grew up watching with his father. Doug breaks down the film and gives his perspective.  We conclude today's episode with another addition of everyone's favorite gameshow about whether-or-not something happened in Canada or America... "Which Side of the Border." Please let us know if there are any films you think we should watch or books you think we ought to read. Also, feel free to send along topics you'd like us to cover. Thanks for watching! #bookreview  #filmreview  #america  #canada  #haveitoldyoulately  #onedayeveryonewillhavealwaysbeenagainstthis #gaza  #jimmycliff  #thehardertheycome #standupcomedy  #comedy  #funnyperspective  #funnytake  #standup  #standupcomedian  #urbanplanning

Madea Goes To Asteroid City (We Review "Asteroid City" and "I'm Lying But I'm Telling The Truth")

Welcome back! Today's episode starts off with a little catch up between Ian and Doug and although this is not a political podcast, we couldn't help but get into it a little bit. The state of the world, especially American politics is wild at the moment and the fellas hadn't spoken in three weeks, almost all of Black History Month, so some catching up was needed.  Today's film review by Ian is on Wes Anderson's film "Asteroid City." To be fair, Doug recommended that Ian watch "The Royal Tennenbaums" but due to some crossed wires, Asteroid City made the cut. The idea was to expose Ian to Wes Anderson's film making, something he hadn't yet experienced. Doug loves the Royal Tennenbaums, but admittedly had some trouble making it all the way through Asteroid City for various reasons that he describes in this episode. Ian did make it through the film, with much effort and he lived to tell us all about this monotoned, symmetrical work of a film making.  Following the film review, Doug reviews a book titled "I'm Lying But I'm Telling The Truth" by Bassey Ikpi. Tune in to this episode to hear what this book is all about and to hear Doug's take on it. Here's a hint, it has something to do with mental health.  Finally, the fellas wrap up today's episode the way they always do, by playing everyone's favorite game show about the American and Canadian border: "Which Side of the Border." Make sure to subscribe to our channel and let us know what books and films you'd like to hear us review.  #imlyingbutimtellingthetruth #basseyikpi #wesandersonstyle  #wesanderson  #filmreview  #filmreviews  #bookreview  #bookreviews  #comediansreviewingbooks #bipolar  #bipolardisorder  #bipolardiscordertype2 #haveitoldyoulately  #friendshippodcast #mentalhealth  #mentalhealthawareness  #canada  #america

The Upward Mobile Home (Doug & Ian Review Hillbilly Elegy & Hollywood Shuffle)

Welcome back everyone! In this episode, Ian and Doug open with a brief story and short discussion about the importance of prioritizing personal time in order to better serve those around us. After the duo catches up they dive into this week's book and film reviews.  Ian reviews the book "Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance and shares his perspectives including a list of alternative titles for the book. Doug and Ian discuss many of the books themes and give their overall rating of the book. From there, we hear Doug's review of the film "Hollywood Shuffle" by Robert Townsend. This late-80's comedy about the struggles black actors face in Hollywood is a throw back to the days of the Wayans Brothers and In Living Color.  We end this episode with everyone's favorite game about whether something has happened in either Canada or America, "Which Side of the Border." Thanks for listening! Book reviewed this episode: "Hillbilly Elegy" by J.D. Vance Film reviewed this episode: "Hollywood Shuffle" a film by Robert Townsend Let us know your thoughts on this episode. Are there any books or films that you'd like Ian and Doug to review? Remember to subscribe to the channel and stay tuned for more episodes.  #hollywoodstatus  #hollywoodshuffle #blackactors  #americanactors  #professionalartists  #professionalactor #hillbillyelegy  #jdvance  #roberttownsend #keenanivorywayans #inlivingcolor  #1980s  #filmreview  #filmreviews  #bookreview  #bookreviews  #moviereview  #moviereviews  #whiteworkingclass #blackworkingclass

Snow White Trash (Ian & Doug Review a Book: "The Truth About White Lies" and a Movie: "Joe Dirt")

In this week's episode, the fellas discuss a book, suggested by Ian and a film, recommended by Doug. The idea is to expose one other to cultural ideas, insights, jokes and realities that may appear hidden when only viewing the world through the eyes we were given at birth. We hope that this method of podcasting will open up doors to understanding each other's worlds.  This week, Ian suggested a book called "The Truth About White Lies" by Olivia A. Cole. It's a story about the deep roots of racism in American society and the frustration brought on by our attempt to hide the reality of it all from ourselves. Ian wanted to hear Doug's thoughts on the concepts presented in this story and open up a conversation about them. Have you ready this book? What are your thoughts? Feel free to leave a comment below with your insight and please give us any book recommendations you'd like us to discuss.  Doug recommended that Ian watch the film "Joe Dirt" starring David Spade. While this suggestion isn't as serious as Ian's book recommendation, Doug was interested to hear what Ian had to say about it. The idea is to find books, films, music, etc that the other host hasn't been exposed to and this film is just that for Ian. What are some films that you'd like to hear us discuss? Leave your suggestion in the comments below. The guys end today's episode the way they always do, with another round of "Which Side Of The Boarder."  Thanks for listening! Please take a moment to subscribe to our channel. We hope you enjoyed the show. Doug & Ian #thetruthaboutwhitelies #oliviaacole #literature  #race  #raceinamerica  #filmreview  #bookreview  #davidspade  #joedirt  #america  #canada  #toughconversations  #friendship  The Truth About White Lies - by Olivia A. Cole:  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58066018-the-truth-about-white-lies Joe Dirt - Starring David Spade 2001 -  https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0245686/

The Rise Of Artificial Intimacy (The Fellas Discuss Friendship and Loneliness)

Ian considers being a Karen on the bus while Doug gets Karened in the park. Have you ever encountered a Karen or has your inner Karen ever come out at the wrong time? Have you broken a law only to be called out by someone? How did you react? Today’s main topic is Friendship and Loneliness. We listen to Esther Perel discuss modern loneliness and the lack of community support in modern society. She discusses “ambiguous loss” as unresolved mourning and how this plays itself out in our everyday lives. Tell us your thoughts on this topic.  The guys discus how working from home and our modern-day work lives remove us from community and connection in everyday life. Do you work from home? If so, how has “the rise of artificial intimacy” changed in your life due to a lack of immediate, daily community in your life? What expectations are you placing on your friendships? What are some ways that you stay in touch with friends that don’t live near you?  Doug did stand-up for the 1st time in 11 years and he lived to tell the tale. What are some things that you love that don’t quite fit into your life and how have you managed your relationship with this thing? We end today’s episode with everyone’s favorite game show: “Which Side of the Border?” Music to check out:   Glorious Game - Black Thought & El Michels Affair - https://open.spotify.com/album/73IZHjXw93CWjWoDpmQ6Vy?si=EwCq6g0VTwaspUNd1wi-QA Cheat Codes - Black Thought & Danger Mouse - https://open.spotify.com/album/4TPi1tGDVXCdQOjn4NSRaB?si=xHOg3cSyQpC4KQiT5BQgYw References / People To Check Out:  Esther Perel - https://www.estherperel.com/ Yolande Cornelia “Nikki” Giovanni Jr. - https://nikki-giovanni.com/ #friendship #loneliness  #socialmedia  #estherperrell #aloneness  #ambiguousloss #relationships  #karen  #dogparks  #artificialintimacy #modernloneliness  #love  #friendship  #standupcomedy  #gettingbackup