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Ask Yo Aunteas: Is a $60,000 price tag at Howard worth the "Black Excellence" experience, or is a $9,000 PWI scholarship the smarter move?  Yo Aunteas are diving deep into the ultimate college debate, reshoots for the Michael Jackson biopic, and why TLC is currently being roasted in their own comments. ☕️ PLUS we get into: The upcoming Michael Jackson movie 👀 Wild internet debates & viral moments TLC drama and fan reactions 😂 Black excellence in space 🚀 (yes, moisturizing in zero gravity!)   So, Get Them Cups Ready!   Tea Stamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:15 - Lil Mama vs. Bow Wow 05:11 - The Lil Mama/Jay-Z Stage Crash: 17 Years Later 08:48 - Celebrating 7 Years of Minoritea Report! 09:53 - Michael Jackson Biopic 14:15 - The "Thriller" Dance Secret Nobody Noticed 18:25 - TLC's Chili Drama 21:15 - En Vogue 23:14 - Black Excellence: Moisturizing in Space 29:10 - Ask Yo Aunteas: HBCU ($60k) vs. PWI ($9k) 43:40 - Would We Do College Differently?

THANK YOU COMMUNITEA!!! Can you believe it? The Minoritea Report is turning 7! 🎉 Join Aunteas Kerel, Dawon, and Jerrell for a high-energy live anniversary episode filled with wigs, Ask Yo Aunteas, the Communitea, and a controversial Beyoncé bracket. In this special live stream, we're debating Queen Bey's discography; does the 20-year legacy of B-Day outshine the cultural shift of Renaissance? Plus, the Aunteas get deep in a heavy "Ask Your Aunteas" segment, discussing the "Voltron" approach to finding community and living authentically in your 40s! So, if you missed it... get them cups ready!!!   Tea Stamps: 00:00 – 7 Years of Minoritea Report: The Wigs are Wiggling 15:30 – The Name That Almost Was 25:00 – THE BRACKET: Ranking every Beyoncé album! 48:00 – Ask Your Aunties: Overcoming the fear of being yourself 01:05:00 – Drag Race Recap & Coachella Thoughts

Join us for our 7th Anniversary Episode This Wednesday, April 15th, 8:30pm Eastern! We'll be back next Monday on our regular cadence. So, til Wednesday, wash yo hands, legs, and ass!

Is TLC's Chili really "chasing waterfalls" all the way to a MAGA rally? ☕️ Today Yo Aunteas are diving into the viral receipts, the "Catch a Print" gym trend, and a SHOCKING SCOTUS ruling with Aunteas: Do You Give A Damn? We're also breaking down the Druski vs. Erika Kirk drama, why E.J. Johnson is trending for his dating choices, and the nuances of the latest conversion therapy ruling from the Supreme Court. Plus, be sure to celebrate SEVEN YEARS of the Minoritea Report on APRIL 15th, LIVE EPISODE, 8:30 Eastern!  SO, get them cups readyyyy! Tea Stamps: 0:00 - Intro 5:30 - Competitiveness 27:02 - "Paradise" (Sterling K. Brown) 33:59 - 🎉 7TH ANNIVERSARY LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT 38:07 - "Catch a Print" Trend? 🍆 46:15 - Druski vs. Erika Kirk 50:24 - MAGA Chili is A Scrub 59:34 - E.J. Johnson 1:06:33 - SCOTUS Conversion Therapy Ruling 1:14:02 - Kristi Noem's Husband

It's been two years since Beyoncé took us to the rodeo with Cowboy Carter, and the Minoritea Report is celebrating with a high-stakes March Madness Song Bracket. Kerel, Dawon, and Jerrell go head-to-head ranking the tracks that defined an era. Does "Texas Hold 'Em" reign supreme, or does a deep cut take the crown? So, Get Them Cups Ready!   Tea Stamps: 00:00 - What's Brewing: Q1 2026 Recap & Manufactured Chaos 03:22 - Delta vs. Congress: Revoking VIP Perks 06:42 - 2026 Election: Why Your Voting Plan Starts NOW 08:15 - Cowboy Carter 2-Year Reflection: Has it Aged Well? 18:18 - THE BRACKET: Cowboy Carter March Madness Begins 55:02 - The Champion Crowned: Does the Community Agree? 1:01:13 - Minoritea Report 7th Anniversary Announcement!

Auntea Dawon is officially back stateside! After two months of "ghetto ponytails" and Bali internet struggles, Yo Aunteas are back with good WiFi! In this episode, we're taking you inside The 2026 Queerties. From "rubbing shoulders" with David Archuleta to the hilarious way Jerrell approached Scott Evans at the bar, we're sharing all the moments! Plus, we dive deep into the 2026 Oscars. Was Sinners snubbed and why Teyana Taylor the undisputed queen of the press run?  So, get them cups readyyyyy!!! Tea Stamps: 0:00 – Bali Internet vs. NYC Reality: Dawon's Return 06:30 – Flight Nightmares & Terminal 8 Struggles 13:30 – BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Our 7th Anniversary Live Show! 18:40 – Queerties Recap: Meeting Scott Evans & Valentina 33:40 – The Oscars: Black Excellence! 41:15 – Sip, Slurp, or Spit It Out: Oscar Fashion Breakdown

This week Yo Aunteas are back with an unhinged episode of Minoritea Report, and the conversation goes from Anita Baker nostalgia to gay shower routines, lotion debates, more boners at the gym, and one of the most ridiculous "Would You Rather" questions the internet has ever created. Along the way they also tackle a brutal music debate: 👉 One Gotta Go: Beyoncé, Prince, Michael Jackson, or Whitney Houston. Who are YOU eliminating?   So, Get Your Cups Ready For Minoritea Report!   Tea Stamps: 00:00 Intro 00:48 Restarting with Anita Baker 09:13 Lotion Application Rituals and Personal Grooming 26:15 Curiositea: Sh!tty J!zz 31:19 One Gotta Go! 39:22 What about Mariah? 42:56 MJ: We Logging Off!

Auntea Dawon finds herself still "luxuriating" in an extended Bali stay after flights through Doha were canceled due to war. While she's figuring out her new villa, Yo Aunteas are diving deep into the news that has every Gen X and Millennial creaming: The Wayans are back for Scary Movie 6! We discuss the legendary history of the franchise and why we're buying out whole rows in the theater just to laugh in peace! We also get into the "Corporate Cringe" of the new McDonald's burger, whether Shia LaBeouf's latest arrest is a "Small Man Complex" moment, and our wild predictions for Blue Ivy's Met Gala debut . So, get them cups readyyyyy!!!   Tea Stamps: 00:00 - Intro-Why Auntea Dawon is Stuck in Bali  04:45 - Scary Movie 6: The Wayans Brothers' Grand Return 14:32 - McDonald's Big Arch Burger: A Viral Marketing Fail? 18:47 - Met Gala: Blue Ivy, Beyoncé, and Act III 23:36 - Shia LaBeouf Arrest 30:30 - "Clocking" the Trolls

"Girl, I'ma run. I love y'all, but I'm gonna run!" 🏃‍♂️💨 This week, Minoritea Report goes international—and a little bit "survival mode." Auntea Jerrell joins us live from Puerto Vallarta to recount waking up to a city on fire and navigating a drug war while on an annual friend trip . Meanwhile, the East Coast Aunteas are buried under 40 inches of snow, proving that nowhere is safe from the drama of 2026 . Inside the Kettle: The PV Report: Jerrell's "hood meals," climbing hills for tequila, and the reality of vacationing during a crisis . BAFTAs & Black History Month: We're dissecting the "involuntary" slur used toward Michael B. Jordan and the BBC's 15-hour editing failure . Ask Yo Aunteas: The Olympics Complicated Order: Rooting for "everyone Black" while navigating national pride and transphobia in sports . Pisces Affirmations: We look at the 2026 stars for Auntea Kerel—will Uranus bring the financial abundance we're looking for? . It's a rough-and-tumble episode with technical glitches, global unrest, and a whole lot of heart. Put your kettle on; the Aunteas are back. So, Get Them Cups Ready!!!!   Tea Stamps: 00:00 Intro 01:59 Mexican Cartel has Henny Stuck in PV! 18:16 Aunteas in LA for Queerties 19:34 Blizzard 25:39 Job Security and Layoffs in Today's Economy 27:56 Kerel Birthday Reflections 39:15 Negros at the BAFTAs 46:51 Tea break 47:43 Ask Yo Aunteas: Olympic Pride? 59:49 Benediction & Extra Clip

This week on Minoritea Report, Auntea Kerel, Auntea Jerrell, and the "Other Jerell" welcome back author Frederick Smith to talk about his upcoming novel Love Is a Contact Sport — a Black, queer, second-chance romance set around a college reunion. Frederick drops gems on the discipline of writing, the importance of "claiming your man" in fiction, and why he's amping up the spice in his upcoming June 2026 release. The Aunteas also tackle the "selective rage" trending online regarding America's Next Top Model . Are we holding Tyra Banks to a 2026 standard for a 2003 world? Plus, the crew discusses the "Vocal Bible" (is Brandy the whole book or just a chapter?), Jill Scott's newest masterpiece "To Whom It May Conern", and the mathematical intentionality behind Beyoncé's release dates ... she thawing out so y'all better get them coins ready and get then cups ready for MINORITEA REPORT!! Tea Stamps: Tea Stamps: 00:00 Intro 01:18 Frederick Smith: Love Is A Contact Sport 07:20 The Creative Process and Inspirations 12:41 Advice for Aspiring Writers 17:06 The Joy of Reading: A Personal Journey 19:25 The Role of Reading in Personal Growth 21:36 Understanding Cheerleading: A Professional Insight 24:21 Self-Censorship in Writing: Balancing Authenticity and Audience 27:31 The Impact of Romance Novels on Relationships 34:20 Impact of Heated Rivalry 38:25 Supporting Black Queer Narratives: A Call to Action 45:22 Beyoncé's Anticipated Return 48:18 Jill Scott's New Album 50:17 Brandy's National Anthem Performance 53:35 The Vocal Bible Debate 57:46 America's Next Top Model Reflections 01:08:24 Reality TV and Accountability 01:10:24 The Impact of Reality TV on Culture 01:13:04 Benediction 01:14:45 Celebrating Black History Month

Yo Aunteas are back and the tea is piping hot! This week, we kick off with a powerful celebration of Black History Month, featuring a special look at the incredible career of Dr. Anthony Revis, a chemist, inventor, and pastor who holds a staggering 45 patents (and just happens to be Auntea Kerel's Dad)! Then, we're pivoting to the biggest stages in the world: Super Bowl LXI Recap: Was Bad Bunny's halftime show the vibe we needed? Plus, we shout out Maria Taylor for making Super Bowl history. 2026 Winter Olympics: We break down "Penis Gate" (yes, it's a thing) and Ask Yo Aunteas: the cringeworthy moment a Norwegian medalist used his victory to confess to cheating... on his girlfriend. Stonewall Flag Controversy: A serious talk on the removal of the Pride flag from the national monument and what it means for our community in this election year. So, get them cups ready, subscribe, and leave us a review! Tea Stamps: 00:00 Intro 01:13 Celebrating Black History Month 06:09 Highlighting Personal Achievements and Family Legacy 13:08 Maria Taylor 15:43 Celebrating The Seahawks Super Bowl 16:51 Unity Through Sports 17:57 The Culture of Hate 20:14 Understanding Cultural Significance 21:30 The Power of Love Over Hate 23:20 Bad Bunny Halftime Show 26:35 Super Bowl Commercials 34:33 Winter  Olympics 38:37 What Sport Would We Do? 41:16 Olympic Outfits and Penisgate 48:01 Tea Break 48:54 AYA: The Norway Cheater 01:01:03 Stonewall National Monument 01:02:52 Community Responsibility and Activism 01:06:44 Devil Wears Prada 2 01:09:09 Benediction 01:09:58 Blooper

Yo Aunteas are back, joined by Myles David, from Tuned Into Tennis! the crew break down the biggest storylines coming out of the Australian Open, including legacy conversations, player behavior, media narratives, and why certain athletes are always scrutinized differently than others. From emotional reactions on the court to what greatness really looks like in real time, the discussion goes deeper than wins and losses. But of course, the tea doesn't stop there. Aunteas Do You Give a Damn is back with their reaction to Billy Porter's unfiltered take on Nicki Minaj, the "crunchy" arrangements of the Mariah Carey & brandy tributes, the Sherri Shepherd Show cancellation news, Don Lemon's arrest, and the 2026 Grammy Awards (The Year of Bad Bunny).  Happy Black History Month and get them cups ready!   Tea Stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Early Banter 01:02:45 ADYGAD: Billy Porter's Tribute 01:08:48 Brandy and Mariah Tribute Comparisons 01:13:19 The Quality of Tribute Performances 01:16:59 Final Thoughts on Performances 01:21:08 Grammy Winners and Surprises 01:23:41 Reflections on Hosting the Grammys 01:25:05 The Future of Award Shows 01:27:28 Cardi B 01:28:22 Durand Bernarr 01:32:02 Don Lemon's Arrest 01:39:07 The Cancellation of Sherri Shepherd 01:52:13 Olympics and Benediction  

Can you believe we've spent a full year's worth of days together?! For our 365th episode, Yo Aunteas reflect on six years of culture, growth, and "Auntea energy." We're kicking off the 100th anniversary of Black History Month by honoring the ancestors who fought for us to be "someone's wildest dreams." From the radical joy of the "Black Dandy" at the Met to the protests in Minneapolis, we're discussing what it means to "apply pressure" and fight for our community in 2026. Inside this episode: The Milestone: Only one Black sitcom has more episodes than this podcast. Can you guess which one? Ask Yo Aunteas: Unpacking our "unpopular opinions" on Jill Scott, Lady Gaga, and Christina Aguilera! The Flashback: Why we're excited for the America's Next Top Model documentary and why Tyra's wigs have gotten worse over the years. Join the Communitea. Wash your hands, your legs, and your ass and get them cups ready!   Tea Stamps: 00:00 Intro 01:21 Weather Talk & Bali Internet 07:58 Celebrating 365 Episodes and Black History Month 12:23 Black Sitcoms 15:33 Milestones in Black Television History 17:52 Celebrating Black Achievements in Media 23:24 Black History Month: A Century of Commemoration 28:04 Highlighting Contemporary Black Figures 30:51 The Evolution of Black Activism 35:37 Intersectionality in Black History 41:06 Minnesota 46:04 Playing Dirty for the Greater Good 48:01 Tea Break 48:53 Ask Yo Aunteas: I Don't F With You...Your Music 01:01:05 Anticipation for America's Next Top Model Documentary 01:13:57 Benediction

Yo Aunteas Kerel, Dawon, and Jerrell dive deep into the 2016 vs. 2026 10-year challenge, reflecting on a decade of growth, friendships, breakups, and career shifts. Auntea Dawon is still live from Bali (with better internet) and shares his intensive wellness journey involving Bikram hot yoga and lean eating. Also, shoutout to Bad Queers Podcast, Hey Now, Kevin, and Wish You Were Queer on their Queerty nominations and Romeo for her Dr. Pepper, Baby Commercial! Plus, Australian Open fashion and the Marvel Doomsday trailers. So, get them cups ready!  👉 Subscribe for weekly Black queer commentary 👉 Like & share with your chosen family 👉 Comment: What would your 2016 self think of you now?   Tea Stamps: 00:00 Intro 01:09 Personal Wellness 08:11 Congrats Bad Queers & Why Not, Kevin! 11:08 Jason Collins & Dr. Pepper Baby! 14:10 The Owl Trend 16:05 Looking Back at 2016 24:08 Reflections on Friendship and Growth 31:20 Personal Growth and Future Aspirations 32:50 Reflecting on a Decade of Change 35:49 Life's Unexpected Opportunities 38:33 The Australian Open: Players and Predictions 45:30 Tennis Fashion 54:01 More Heated Rivalry 56:31 Avengers: Doomsday 01:03:15 Benediction

Are you arguing or just disagreeing? Yo Aunteas Kerel, Dawon, and Jerrell dive into the nuances of relationship communication, triggers, and the "death by 1,000 paper cuts" that leads to a blowout... all while Dawon deal with his Bali Internet (sorry for the crunchiness)! In the News: Yo Aunteas don't hold  back on the recent viral comments from Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang. They discuss the responsibility of large platforms when it comes to Black political candidates and why "bad phrasing" isn't a sufficient apology for devaluing a qualified resume. On the Carpet: The Golden Globes 2026 brought the fashion, but did it bring the joy? Yo Aunteas review the best and worst looks, including Teyana Taylor's winning Schiaparelli gown, Colman Domingo's sophisticated restraint, and J.Lo being, well, J.Lo. Communitea Matters: Yo Aunteas close with a critical conversation on the recent ICE raids and the importance of knowing your rights and standing with your neighbors in 2026. Follow the Communitea: Instagram: @MinoriteaReport YouTube: @MinoriteaReport Subscribe and leave a 5-star review to help the Aunteas grow! Tea Stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 04:36 Celebrating MLK Day and Community Engagement 11:22 Bali Experience and Cultural Insights 13:19 Discussion on Relationships and Arguments 21:14 Communication and Conflict Resolution 24:33 Navigating Disagreements and Acceptance 27:56 The Impact of Podcasting on Personal Growth 30:50 Self-Awareness and Emotional Regulation 32:16 Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang 44:18 Community Vigilance during ICE 52:55 Exposing the Agents of Oppression 53:25 Fashion at the Golden Globes 2026 01:18:22 Benediction