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Run for Cover
Welcome back, Hearts and Minds. This week, Kimmy and Jeanette return to break downRihanna’s mansion shooting, Mathew Knowles walking out, and the Jackson family feud over the MJ biopic—we’re covering…
During Black History Month?!
We’re kicking things off with a moment of reflection and celebration as we acknowledge the 30th anniversary of Black History Month in Canada. In this episode, we also dive into: The "Monkey" Post: We…
From Catherine O’Hara to the Grammys
We're baaack after a 4-week silence and some technical issues from last recorded episode;( In this episode we covered Catherine O’Hara’s legacy to Nicki Minaj meeting Trump—we break down the…
Mega Wins, Mega Deals, Mega Shade
We’re back to unpack Canada’s controversial “Lobster for EVs” deal with China. We also dive into the cultural conversation around Teyana Taylor’s Golden Globe win. Plus, we break down Cam Newton’s…
New Year, Same Chaos
We’re back for 2026! This week, we unpack the high-stakes U.S. operation to capture Maduro in Venezuela and its impact on Canada. We’re also debating Nicki Minaj’s controversial appearance at…
No Contact & Choosing Peace
This week, we’re unpacking the bombshells from 50 Cent’s Netflix doc on Diddy. We’re also asking: Did Beyoncé really slight Brandy? Finally, for The Workout segment, we’re getting real about the…
Holiday Hustle: Balancing Joy and Chaos
In this episode, we dive into the holiday season's hustle and bustle, sharing personal anecdotes and strategies for managing the festive chaos. We also also touches on recent celebrity news,…
Alienation of affection
We're liming this week! We unpack the crazy new Epstein reveal. Then, we dive the latest headlines: Kanye West facing a potential arrest in Brazil; the backlash following Beyoncé’s appearance at a…
The Great Storm
We're back and we begin with the devastating Hurricane Melisa and the destruction it has left behind in Jamaica. Then, we lighten the mood with a look at the wildest celebrity Halloween costumes of…
Back on Track: Young Thug, MTV & Charlie Kirk
We know, we know! 😩 Sorry for the late drop, but we couldn't skip this one! This is our look back at the week of September 14th, and it's a movie! We're talking TIFF celebrity sightings and the best…
Cardi B & Coffee Dates
This week, we get into the Cardi B case, we'll also unpack Serena Williams's journey with GLP-1 drugs and the massive, billion-dollar industry behind them. Then, we weigh in on the latest North West…
Let It Flow
This week, we're diving into the biggest headlines off the dome. From Sha'Carri Richardson's airport altercation and the controversial Lil Yachty lyrics , to the suspension of the BET and Soul Train…
Behind the Mic: 3-Year Anniversary Special
It's our 3-year podcast anniversary! 🎉 To celebrate, we're flipping the script and putting ourselves in the hot seat to answer all your questions. Join us, Kim ("The Heart" 💜) and Jeanette ("The…
Summertime Madness
This week, we touch on the history of Caribana weekend in Toronto, Deion Sanders and Karrueche, and remembering the late Malcolm Jamal Warner, Ozzy, and Hulk Hogan. In the Lawd ah Mercy segment…
Can't Make This Up: The Diddy Verdict & Beyond
This week, we're going from Forbes Top Creators to Jeff Bezos's wild wedding and the drama at Rogers Stadium. Get ready for some headlines on the Texas floods and that Nelly x Ashanti clip. Plus, in…
Lawsuits, Parades, & Summer While Black in Toronto
Hearts and Minds, we're talking the whopping $260M lawsuit against Tyler Perry, the Fat Joe case, and a deep dive into the controversial Trump celebration. Plus, we've got an update on the missing…
BET Awards, RIP Ananda, & Air India Survivor
This week we remember Ananda Lewis and a look at the Air India crash, to the shockwaves of LA's ICE riots. We also dish on the BET Awards and the electric Kendrick & SZA Toronto concert. Then,…
Culture Clashes
This week, we talk the tragic news of Brian McKnight's son to Jess Hilarious's controversial uterus comment to the Trans community.Plus, updates on Amber Rose backing Tory Lanez, Smokey Robinson's…
Met Gala, Tory Lamez, Diddler, & Doo-Doo Garbage (DDG)
It's been a minute but we're back with a banger! This episode, break down our Met Gala favorites, callouts, and disappointments for the Dandy theme. Halle Bailey gets restraining order against DDG…
Gorilla Showdown & Coogler's Sinners Win
This week: Canada's new Prime Minister. We cover the latest on China, Target, & Amazon tariff updates. The funny "100 Men vs. Gorilla" debate gets dissected. Quick hit on the Beyonce tour…
