Alt-Black Podcast

Join show hosts Samantha and Eric as we explore all facets of the Alternative Black spectrum. Topics include everything from MMA to DragCon, Veganism to Anime. No subject is too niche or taboo to be out of our scope. So come live, laugh, and learn with the fam.

Melananime 08/27/2019

Melananime With the release of Cannon Busters on Netflix, we turn our focus to black characters in anime. We go over our obvious faves, the characters who are black in always but coloring, where our brown brethren fit in, and more, ...and moose knuckles. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/11013623

Culture Sculptures (Feat. Murjoni Merriweather) 08/06/2019

Culture Sculptures (Feat. Murjoni Merriweather) This week we host a delightful & talented local sculpture artist. We discuss creating art that reflects what YOU know, the process for creating sculpture art, and why you should let your mama follow you on Insta. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/10793357

Cemetery Workers' Comp 07/30/2019

Cemetery Workers' Comp We on that creepy sh*t this week as we take a look at Maryland/Baltimore's long turbulent history with the paranormal and serial killers. Demons got Eric shook. Sam is a little too excited by murder... I advise not eating while listening. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/10708496

Zines, Scenes & Things 07/23/2019

Zines, Scenes & Things You've got skills, your friends have skills.. why not bring those skills together to achieve your goals? That's what we're discussing this week, as we dive into the world of art collectives. Plus, listen to us geek over these MCU moves! /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/10623287

B.U.F.U 07/16/2019

B.U.F.U This year Juneteenth seems to be a bigger deal than it has in previous years. We look into why it's more popular in some areas, some dope ways it's celebrated, the controversy over when to recognize it, and of course... whyt ppl, whyt ppl'in. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/10540547

Hot Bucko Summer 07/09/2019

Hot Bucko Summer This week on Alt-Black we are refereeing Hot Girls vs Gone Girls. On Hot Girls side we have the new rap femmes, mermaids, soccer champs, and more.. vs local mayors, ice cream criminals, and the recently deceased. No hate mail please. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/10462226

Hatin' Outside The Garden 06/25/2019

Hatin' Outside The Garden This week on Alt-Black a farming brother comes on to talk to us about urban agriculture. We discuss the spiritual connection between us and the land, how to get started, and why farmers are the boss b****s of the apocalypse. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/10284554

Spiritual Gangstas 06/18/2019

Spiritual Gangstas In recognition of our podcast anniversary, we revisit our birth charts from our 'Ultra Personal' episode, and dive more into Astrology. We get some questions answered, get some bomb advice, and even have a mini tarot session. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/10193753

Sexual Reality 06/12/2019

Sexual Reality With this month being all about our friends on various ends of the sexuality spectrum we decided to look more into what that actually means. Is the Kinsey scale still relevant? The difference between Bi & Pan? How does virtual play tie in? Let's chat. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/10132185

The Iron Ramp 05/23/2019

The Iron Ramp And with that, it's a wrap... /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/9896684

Happy Mothers Assemble! 05/14/2019

Happy Mothers Assemble! Now that the MCU has officially wrapped the Avengers, we recap the highs, the lows, the blows and take on the hard-hitting questions like who's the Beyonce stan of the group, and who gets kinky with their superpowers ;) /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/9783737

KFC Christmas 05/09/2019

KFC Christmas This week we take another look at the roots of our ridiculous holidays. What's actually pagan? Why do we show breasts for worthless beads? What shrine should you take your bachelorette party to? Listen & Learn Sum'n! /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/9714878

Blerd Jokes 04/23/2019

Blerd Jokes We love Black nerds over here at Alt-Black, and this week we have a super funny nerd on to talk to us about the intersection of stand-up, D&D, LARPing and more... Plus, catch our blerdy cypher that even Sam hops in on. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/9498698

Beating Up Michael Myers 04/17/2019

Beating Up Michael Myers So after taking a podcast field trip to see Us, we recap some of the trends in the horror industry, some ideas for black horror films, and how different sub-genres have affected our young and adult lives. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/9430622

Throne, Bone, or Stone 04/09/2019

Throne, Bone, or Stone The time has finally come to see who, or what, will be sitting on the throne after all this grief. It's GoT week on Alt-Black as we discuss everything from top looks, to best schemes, to the male Pisces of Westeros... And an obligatory FMK. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/9328454

Beards and Titties 04/04/2019

Beards and Titties Mr. & Ms. steal your girl comes through to tell us about performing as a Drag King! We learn some of the differences between the Queens and Kings, how to craft a beard, and the struggle of bald caps for POC. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/9267560

Sexy Nigga Moving Company 03/28/2019

Sexy Nigga Moving Company So glad the stars aligned to finally have on our guest! We talk about how to be an independent adult film star, taxes, how many is too many, and much more! Plus, Eric puts us on to a very interesting book. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/9175625

Stuntin' Through History 03/19/2019

Stuntin' Through History Lupita got it on lock. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/9063893

Tuxedo Gowns 03/07/2019

Tuxedo Gowns Sam's back ya'll!! /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/8913689

Heartless Nobodies 02/20/2019

Heartless Nobodies Sam is still away in baby mama mode, but we are joined by former guests to cover the hottest game of the season! We discuss 1&2, the wild plot, the break, and then roll up our sleeves to dive into KH3. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/8715182

Kissin' Negroes 02/05/2019

Kissin' Negroes Sam had her baby ya'll! And as such is taking a little time to get situated with motherhood. In her absence we will have prior guests on for new topics. This week, we get an update on the gay community in bmore: the mens, the apps & more. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/8528339

Thotty Goddys 01/29/2019

Thotty Goddys Beasts, cheeks, and freaks. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/8437829

Keys, Strings & Valves 01/22/2019

Keys, Strings & Valves This week we have a musician of all trades come through and tell us about the independent musician scene. From go-go, to gospel, to HBCU marching bands! Plus, we put on our A&R hats to make our own band. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/8350754

Short Femmes 01/15/2019

Short Femmes This week we're talking women, film, and festivals. We discuss how women are finally getting director credits on larger projects, some film tropes we aren't carrying with us in 2019, and some 'dangerous' short films. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/8269736

Tears On The Tomatoes 01/08/2019

Tears On The Tomatoes After a brief hiatus for some family time, we're back at ya with our Fall recap. From our goodbyes to Tumblr, to the lettuce panic, to Soulja boy consoles. Plus, Eric tells us about his wild day during the riots. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/8177447

Consensual Pompoir 12/18/2018

Consensual Pompoir Time for part 2 of our 'special play' series! We dive into the second half of the Periodic Table of Kink (courtesy of UberKinky), and go over more items, fluids, and exercises. So take notes, and get real naughty this Holiday Season ;) /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/7963445

Consensual Suplexes 12/11/2018

Consensual Suplexes This week we have part one of our 'special' play series covering the Periodic Table of Kink (courtesy of UberKinky). Starting from vanilla on we see where we land on the spectrum, and question Sam on her relationship 'privileges'... /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/7877762

Teachable Moments 12/04/2018

Teachable Moments This week we look at an organization that is utilizing performance art to heal the community. We learn valuable lessons on how to change an institution and the importance of expression. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/7795187

Capes or Gowns 11/27/2018

Capes or Gowns Looks, personality, and cashhh! What does this get you? Drag, baby. This week we talk performances, drag culture, dating, and the tightrope of playing stereotypes. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/7702349

Uterus Valkyrie 11/20/2018

Uterus Valkyrie On this uber informative episode, we chat with a local Doula about the ins and outs of what that means, why emotional support is so critical, and birthing trends for black women. /episode/index/show/altblackpodcast/id/7628900

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