Champagne Sharks

UNLOCKED AND NOW FREE: We've been doing book club night where we read the book and then do the subsequent discussion over at the Discord voice and chat server. If you are a patron but haven't figured out how to use the Discord server yet, you simply have to follow these instructions: https://www.patreon.com/posts/instructions-for-31613305. Participation in the movie and book club night discussions is available to all patrons. Book Club is on Sunday nights. This is the fourth installment of our Essay Night series. In between books, we have aninstallment of the Book Club where we read essays. This is the fourth installment of that essay series. This episode's essays are: - Pulp Affliction by Ray Carney https://thebaffler.com/salvos/pulp-affliction - Wake Up Geek Culture, Time to Die by Patton Oswalt https://www.wired.com/2010/12/ff-angrynerd-geekculture/ - Excerpt from Great Comic Book Heroes by Jules Feiffer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-EzsFn8vQkBi7ky-9jyeEbizzu10Yyk7/view?usp=sharing If you enjoy

In todays episode, Vida and Trevor chop it up and play a little bingo. Trying to understand why recent Black articles seem to always be about assimilation or authenticity anxiety, Trevor and Vida read through and analyze multiple articles looking for answers. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/62924645. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (www.piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

Today we have special guest Zakiya Sankara-Jabar. Zakiya is a Parent Organizer/Advocate and Director of Racial Justice NOW! which is a community-based organization led by Black parents organizing to lift up their voice and agency in the educational outcomes of their children. Through her advocacy at RJN! Zakiya trains and acts as an advocate on behalf of other parents at suspension and expulsion hearings and at IEP meetings. In addition, Zakiya does policy work at the local and state level pushing for systemic changes in school discipline codes of conduct and state law changes around “zero-tolerance”. Zakiya is also a member of the Dayton Public Schools Student Code of Conduct Committee, the Miami Valley Black Health Coalition, and the Kinship Care Coalition of Dayton Center for Healthy Communities. Zakiya is also on the steering committee for the Ohio Juvenile Justice Alliance. Nationally, Zakiya is a Co-Chair of the Dignity in Schools in Campaign which is a national coalition of youth, parents, educators, l

In today's episode, Vida and Ken sit down and chop it up like only they know how. It's tough times out there looking for a job that pays well, and to make matters tougher, it seems like some people would rather gloat on social media about denying people in the community jobs rather than helping people learn how to obtain quality gigs. Ken and Vida dive in deep on exactly why that is, and what we could do to be better neighbors, community members, and all-around better humans. WARNING: Due to mechanical errors during the recording process Vidas' audio has a distortion that was unable to be removed. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/62261358. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pi

Today Vida and Trevor kick it off talking yoga, meditation, and ladies loving 2Pac. Then, Ken joins in and the Sharks get into the real meat of the episode... the Talentless Tenth. The water is warm and the Sharks are hungry so jump in and join the feeding frenzy. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/61929398 Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (www.piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

!!!WARNING THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS FOR MULTIPLE TV SHOWS!!! Today Vida, Trevor, and Ken chop it up over the good things in life. Must-watch TV shows, top-rated cooking hacks, and newly discovered exercises, just to name a few. So put on your favorite slow jams and get that ultimate good-time vibe going as we dive into the positive waters. This is a free unlocked episode. To get early access to future episodes, become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and also get access to the whole archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (piercedearsmusic@gmail.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

Today we have Elana Levin and Emma Bowers on the show to talk with Trevor about the HBO Max show, Doom Patrol. Elana is a comics-centric critic and is the host of the podcasts Graphic Policy and Deep Space Dive. Emma is the Anime Correspondent on Struggle Session as well as a video essayist on the channel Hyenas and Gin. This is a preview for a full patreon only episode. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the full archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

!!!WARNING!!! This episode has extreme spoilers for the book "The Other Black Girl"!!!! Today we have Chris Jesu Lee of Plan A Magazine and Podcast as well as illustrator and painter Kamaria Kermah on the show to talk with Trevor about the book "The Other Black Girl". This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/60958482. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (www.piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

Today's episode is all about entertainment. Vida and Ken start things off with a conversation about what plagues the modern era of television. Then Mario drops in and things get even more into the depths of what is happening in today's world of entertainment and how it differs from that of the past. Comparing how old shows are viewed by new audiences with how they were viewed in their own respective time, alongside the sustainability of current television, the sharks have plenty to chew on. Articles mentioned in this episode: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2018/03/19/upshot/race-class-white-and-black-men.html?mtrref=undefined&gwh=D2008C3A7F286EAB83D553B19B6337F3&gwt=pay&assetType=PAYWALL https://nned.net/955/ https://opportunityinsights.org/paper/race/ This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/60730439. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-

Today we have Evie Blanco of The Blanco Division and syl.media. S.Y.L. MEDIA is a digital urban lifestyle internet-based media outlet covering culture, entertainment, fashion, and sports with one goal in mind; to uplift our communities in an honest and empowering way. Inside this episode, Evie keeps it 1000 with Ken and Vida talking about her experience in the hip-hop, digital media, and PR worlds. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/60144033. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (www.piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

!!!WARNING SPOILERS AHEAD!!! Today we have Mac of Macabre Storytelling. Together he and Trevor sit down to discuss the apple+ original, Ted Lasso. Ted Lasso is the story of a young British lad who finds himself on a meteoric rise in his career; from being the resident punching bag and ball boy for a fledgling football club to the premier coach of the UK's most elite squad. Why they didn't call the show "Nate" is anyone's guess. Get the popcorn and add extra butter, its time to dive in the water and swim with the sharks as they discuss the natey-greaty... nitty-gritty of Ted Lasso. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/59882921. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Rec

Mtume Gant and Michael R Jackson return to the show to do a deep dive with Trevor on the new Candyman movie. Mtume Gant is a Director, Actor, and film professor hailing from New York City. Michael R. Jackson holds a BFA and MFA in playwriting and Musical Theatre Writing from the NYU Tisch School of the Arts. As a songwriter, he has seen his work performed everywhere from Joe’s Pub to NAMT. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/59645170. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (www.piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

Rosie Perez and the LA dance scene of the 80s into 90s, Aging in Hip Hop, surviving the Pop-Hop movement and NPO Scamming all get chomped into in this West Coast Shark special. Ken, Vida and Mario go in on all this and more on today's episode. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/59295902. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (www.piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_

Today we have all-star guest Yasmin Nair back on the show to get her take on the Bad Art Friend, the cost of being an artist who wants to be successful as well as the issues that plague the literature world in general. Yasmin is a co-founder of the radical queer editorial collective Against Equality, and the Policy Director of the Chicago queer radical collective Gender JUST.  Her work has appeared in publications like The Baffler, In These Times, Vox, and Electronic Intifada as well as in several anthologies including Captive Genders: Trans Embodiment and the Prison Industrial Complex, False Choices: The Faux Feminism of Hillary Rodham Clinton, and Queer and Trans Migrations: Dynamics of Detention, Deportation, and Illegalization. You can find her website blog at http://yasminnair.com. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at [Patreon link to Part 2]. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive o

Today !TOP 5! guest Chris Jesu Lee of Plan A Magazine and Podcast sits back down with Trevor to talk about everybody's favorite new show, Squid Games. Subtitles, VIPs, and all the other things that make you love it or hate it are getting put on the chopping block and broken down. Coupled with comparisons to other Korean dramas and prestige TV shows circling around in the Netflixosphere, Trevor and Chris have plenty to feast on. This is a free unlocked episode. To get early access to future episodes, become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and also get access to the whole archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (piercedearsmusic@gmail.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

Today Vida and Ken sit down to talk about all things going on in the dome. From mothers that have to deal with their children being taken away and children not getting proper care in the education system. Hollywood stars and stand-up comedians. Rappers from the block and rappers who want to be from the block. We all need to remember to check our heads. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/58472396. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (www.piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

Today we have David Sirota on the show to talk to Trevor about his new podcast Meltdown soon to be available on Audible. The 2008 financial crisis - and the government’s botched, multibillion-dollar bailout - is the skeleton key that unlocks almost every big thing that’s gone wrong in America in the 21st Century, from climate change to the all-out assault on democracy, to the rise of white nationalism. In this thrilling, 8-part podcast, investigative journalist David Sirota explores why the financial crisis happened, how the bailout went so wrong, why politicians covered up Wall Street’s crimes, and what the lasting impact of the meltdown was on America’s political, social and economic fabric. This is a free unlocked episode.  To get early access to future episodes, become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and also get access to the whole archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our n

Today we have a special early release episode discussing, in-depth, the details around the article "Bad Art Friends" and the people involved. Joined by a guest who wishes to keep their anonymity but is known as @kidneygate on Twitter, Trevor and guest break down the information left out of the NYT article and the perspectives of others who had a role in its creation. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/57859414. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (www.piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

Today we have guest Lewis Parker on the show to talk about his article The Birth Of A Lie - 4chan’s role in Simu Liu’s ties to “Men’s Rights Activism” and Reddit’s incel community . Along with special guest hosts Teen and Chris of Escape From Plan A Podcast Trevor and the gang dive in deep on the wild and wacky world that revolves around this spectacle of a subject. This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at www.patreon.com/posts/57573378. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (www.piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

Today we have Jared Ball, Richard Purcell and Todd Steven Burroughs on the show to talk about the new Eyes On The Prize documentary as well as the original series that aired in the late 1980s. Jared Ball is a Professor of Communication Studies at Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD., and is the curator of the multimedia website imixwhatilike.org. Ball is also the author of The Myth and Propaganda of Black Buying Power (Palgrave 2020). Richard Purcell is a researcher, teaches and writes about film and media, black literature, poetry, music, and other forms of black performance and visual art. His first book Race, Ralph Ellison and American Cold War Intellectual Culture, explored how race, and particularly the debate over "the Negro Problem" in American literature, functioned generatively for US State anticommunist ideology and global hegemony yet also allowed for counter-hegemonic democratic ideas to emerge from black writers during the cultural Cold War. Todd Steven Burroughs is a journalist, historian a