
Brunch, Blaze & Babble
Hosts, Roger Turner and Alexus Bertrand are 2 friends who brunch (it's not just a noun), get high and talk about media trends past, present and future from a Black perspective. Let's get into it!
Episodes
29 episodes
Who Makes The Table?
We discuss Black artists. We compare their work with their success. The topic stirs up so many questions: What is success in a subjective industry? What is the standard? Who gets a seat at the table? Who makes the table?
•
Season 2
•
Episode 19
•
55:07

Cue The Theme Song!
There are many great tv shows out there but they are not all created equal! Some are just better than others. If the show was a hit, there is one thing that will always set them apart from the rest… A theme song!! Today we explore the televisio...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 18
•
44:19

Spring Cleaning Playlist
Remember when your family used to do the spring cleaning. If you grew up like us you also remember the music that filled your home during that time. We are talking about the music we have heard and will listen to during spring cleaning traditio...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 17
•
40:35

Problematic Faves: Movie Edition
Did you think that thing they did in that one movie was weird? Well...so did we!We are coming for some of the most popular films and discuss why we think they are so problematic.
•
Season 2
•
Episode 16
•
51:43

Who Made The Potato Salad??
Just like your favorite side at the church potluck, not all cooking shows are created equally. We discuss the background of tv programming centered around food and cooking. Then we give you our picks for good viewing and good eatin'! Bon Appeti...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 16
•
52:51

The Black and The Bowl
We take a look at the history of Super Bowl halftime shows and the Black cultural influences that have developed and informed this American pastime.
•
Season 2
•
Episode 15
•
1:07:55

Oscar Worthy???
We examine the Oscars, the show, the nominees and the winners. And we are left with one question: Was any of this worth our time?
•
Season 2
•
Episode 14
•
1:04:48

Black Ladies Laughing
We sit down to talk about all of our favorite Black Women in Comedy.
•
Season 2
•
Episode 13
•
32:13

Problematic Fave: TV Edition
Brunchers! We all love are go to shows. The shows we have seen a bunch of times. However, every time we watch there’s something about it that makes us cringe. That’s we call a Problematic Fave!
•
Season 2
•
Episode 11
•
57:23

The Grammy Games: Predictions, Perceptions and Reality
We are knee deep into awards season, so we are discussing Grammy predictions and measuring expectations.
•
Season 2
•
Episode 10
•
59:58

Sesame Street On The Street
Hey Brunchers! This episode is brought to you by the letter Y. Why is the future of Sesame Street (The OG of children’s TV) so precarious?
•
Season 2
•
Episode 9
•
1:02:34

Going In On The Golden Globes
People love to receive accolades for their time, their talent, and their impact. In every industry, those accolades or awards can skyrocket a career. We see it in sports, music And…television and film. But are most awards seeking to prope...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 8
•
1:10:49

The Best Content of 2024
This year has been ROUGH, hunny. But, in spite of the hot-mess times, we found some gems for you. Plucked from the emotional rollercoaster of 2024, we give our picks for the best content of the year. Enjoy our last episode until the New Year.&n...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 7
•
47:46

Black Magic It’s A Good Thing
If you know who Rochelle Zimmerman, Calypso, or Marie Laveau is (without any prompting) then you will thoroughly enjoy our discussions about Black women portraying Witches in media. A discussion prompted by the overwhelmingly positive response ...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 6
•
54:10

Women N HipHop
Hey Brunchers! Hip Hop is more than 50 years old. The music genre is still going strong thanks to the women that have, and continue to, push the culture forward. We took some time out to celebrate these women and their contributions. A...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 5
•
30:11

Amerikkka Y'all Gotta Problem!
Roger and Alexis examine the state of America culturally and politically, after the 2024 presidential election. The hosts offer up media picks that provide information and escapism to marginalized people. This is the start of The BBB Surviving ...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 4
•
44:17

Family Faves
Here over at Brunch, Blaze, and Babble, we believe that family is who you make it. We celebrate all family designs and take a dive into some good, good content perfect for the holiday season. We serve the perfect blend of love, heart, & ...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 3
•
24:44

No Skips Allowed
Alexus and Roger give you 10 albums you won't need to use that skip icon and 2 problematic faves they can live without.
•
Season 2
•
Episode 2
•
34:22

Tricks, Treats and Spooky Feats
It’s spooky time y’all!! In honor of the ghostly, witchcrafty, fabulous ghoul in us all, Roger & Alexus share their favorite Halloween-theme films & tv shows. Not all Halloween content has to be blood and guts, this holiday is just a...
•
Season 2
•
Episode 1
•
28:29

How High Are You?!?
Hey Brunchers!!! This is the last episode of our first season! YAAAAY! To mark the of occasion we have put together all our favorite high moments of the season. We hope you enjoy and we'll be back with all new episodes in a few weeks!!!
•
Season 1
•
Episode 8
•
18:16

Gurl Whatchu Watchin!?!?
It’s feeling bad out there. As we all do the best we can meet the challenges of the world, chile, most of us need a break. So on this episode, hosts Alexus Bertrand and Roger Turner, will talk about the stuff they are watching, looking fo...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 7
•
55:06

We're Rooting For Everyone Black!
The award season is off and running and the 76th Emmy Awards just passed and as usual the show is filled with cheers, some jeers, a few WTF moments, and healthy does of problematic sh*t. In the case of the Emmy’s, a major problem seems to&nb...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 6
•
49:39

You Wanna Franchise With That?!?
Y'all know hosts, Alexus Bertrand and Roger Turner love a good movie or a bunch of good movies, otherwise known as the Movie Franchise. Alexus and Roger look at the history of movie franchises, while discussing which ones they have loved, want ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 5
•
46:35
