Ep. 25: Frightened Tales of The High Castle

Ep. 25: Frightened Tales of The High Castle

26th episode of the Kin & Kadence podcast is being swept by the month of horror that was May 2026. At least one of us has been.  Brandon decides to recap the horror films that has him feeling a bit obsessed and ended up stuck in the Backrooms.  To Zinzi’s dismay, she seeks to understand the genre has swept him and how visualising our fears on the silver screen can be so stimulating for others.  Once the horror movie smoke settles, Zinzi reviews and recaps on the best written series she has seen. And that series is The Man in the High Castle. She breaks down how the present and alternate reality have shaped the characters in the series. Also, critiques how the series ended and some of the rushed decisions/storylines wrapped up(THE BNCR) and how it possibly could’ve continued. With a weather report and recaps a few sporting events. This episode cover all paths and how they converge.

Ep 24 : Who gets to be Dramatic?

24th of edition of the Kin & Kadence podcast looks at attacking all things related to The Drama. Starting off with a retelling of story of a wedding gone wrong, Brandon tests Zinzi on who she thinks needed redemption in the recently released dark comedy. It then delves into how Emma’s honesty faired up against others characters(mainly Rachel) and how the perception of certain characters(Rachel!) allows for accountability to leave the room. After highlighting the disparity in judgment(RACHEL OH MY GOD), the duo discussed other very annoying and grating roles in movies and how they can become a dangerous double edged sword. Dramatic storytelling , accountability and thoughtcrimes. This episode is great with your early morning shot of coffee,.

Ep 23: Who is He (And What Is He to You)

Never fear, the 23rd edition of the Kin&Kadence pod is here! The duo separated by a generation back at your streaming stations to share their love for art that moves them and nations. This time, Brandon and Zinzi delve into the Quentin Tarantino directed movie Jackie Brown. And you can’t talk about Jackie Brown without gushing over every guy’s dream, Pam Grier. While we fawn over her beauty, the duo discuss how she seduced the rest of the cast as well as the unsuspecting viewers. They look at the different brand of seduction that both Jackie/Melanie as well as how it dictated their late. Then it opens up the floor to discuss the blaxploitation era and how recognisable that era was due to the events that were unfolding around it. This episode is just like the film, a smooth wine to savour after a long da

Ep 22. - To Love is to win, to win is to Love.

22nd edition of the Kin & Kadence podcast is hot off the press. Awards season is already in full swing. Our favourite, most objective musical institution has passed its judgement.  The Grammys was that institution of course! The duo talked and broke down everything Grammy related! The winners. The nominees. The Categories. The performances.  It’s all here for you guys to enjoy! Along with some quips on gratitude, love and the acceptance of Black art, Brandon and Zinzi decipher on how the number 1 institution views the music we hold so dear to our hearts.

Ep. 21 - One Year After Another

Episode 21 is here and is the first of the new year! One of our 2026 resolutions is also share our love of film & TV to the forefront and more frequently. And what better way to kick start it than to discuss one of the biggest winners of award season! One Battle After Another has drawn our attention. Brandon and Zinzi discuss their thoughts on the movie and the “interesting” choices of the first act and as well as Teyana Taylor’s golden globe win. From revolutionary tips to false claiming, join the duo as they unpack one of 2025’s biggest films in the humongous year of 26.