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For the first time, Ubiquitous Blacks crosses languages and goes to Brazil. TeaRon, sits down with rising Brazilian actor Victor Andrade for a special interview conducted in both **English and Brazilian Portuguese** connecting two experiences within the global Black diaspora. Victor is quickly making his mark as Geninho in HBO's City of God: The Fight Rages On, the continuation of the internationally acclaimed 2002 film City of God. But for Victor, this story is more than just another role, he has a personal connection to the world behind it. What does it mean to grow up in the real-life City of God favela and then find yourself portraying a character within one of Brazil's most iconic cinematic legacies? Victor opens up about his upbringing, the complicated realities of representation, and the journey that took him from working at a local burger spot to starring in one of Brazil's hottest new television series. With Season 2 on the horizon, TeaRon also gets Victor's thoughts on that pivotal cliffhanger and what audiences may be able to expect from Geninho's future. This is more than an interview about television. It's a conversation between two Black men from different parts of the diaspora; finding connection through arts, culture, language, storytelling, and shared experiences. ------ Pela primeira vez, o Ubiquitous Blacks rompe barreiras linguísticas e chega ao Brasil. TeaRon conversa com o ator brasileiro em ascensão Victor Andrade em uma entrevista especial realizada tanto em **inglês quanto em português**, conectando duas vivências distintas dentro da diáspora negra global. Victor tem ganhado destaque por seu papel como Geninho em Cidade de Deus: A Luta Não Para, série da HBO que dá continuidade à história do aclamado filme Cidade de Deus, de 2002. Para Victor, no entanto, essa narrativa vai além de um simples trabalho de atuação; ele compartilha uma conexão pessoal com o universo retratado na tela. O que significa crescer na favela Cidade de Deus na vida real e, mais tarde, interpretar um personagem em uma das obras mais icônicas do cinema brasileiro? Victor fala abertamente sobre sua trajetória pessoal, as complexidades da representatividade e o caminho que o levou de um emprego em uma hamburgueria local a um papel de destaque em uma das séries de televisão de maior sucesso no Brasil atualmente. Com uma segunda temporada à vista, TeaRon também discute com Victor aquele final surpreendente e explora o que o público pode esperar para o futuro de Geninho. Esta é muito mais do que uma simples entrevista sobre televisão. É um diálogo entre dois homens negros de diferentes partes da diáspora, que encontram pontos em comum por meio da arte, da cultura, do idioma, da narrativa e de experiências compartilhadas. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Our Guest: IG: @othecria –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS Podcast: Ubiquitous Blacks is an internationally focused podcast that explores similarities and differences of the Black/African diaspora experiences around the world. The goal is to shed light on the differences and similarities between us all, while learning to celebrate those very things. World News, Politics, Pop Culture and More are discussed by host TeaRon and an array of awesome guests. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

No... this is NOT a Tyler Perry movie. TeaRon dives into Strung, the psychological thriller from director Malcolm D. Lee starring Chloe Bailey, Lynn Whitfield, Anna Diop, and Lucien Laviscount. The film follows Laila, a gifted young musician whose dream opportunity quickly spirals into a web of seduction, manipulation, secrets, and murder. Hired as a live-in tutor for the daughter of a late rap icon, she soon realizes the luxurious mansion she's entered is hiding far more than musical talent. Strung is packed with stunning performances, beautiful cinematography, psychological twists, and enough red flags to make anyone turn around—but does it undermine itself by explaining too much instead of letting audiences piece the mystery together? TeaRon breaks down what worked, what didn't, and whether Strung delivers a satisfying psychological thriller or gets tangled in its own ambitious storytelling. Did Strung keep you guessing, or did it reveal too much before the credits rolled? –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld TT: @tearon__ FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

The King of Pop finally gets the biopic treatment… but does it live up to the legend? In this episode, TeaRon breaks down MICHAEL, the long-awaited film centered on the life of Michael Jackson. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and backed by the Jackson family, the film introduces Jaafar Jackson in a striking portrayal of his iconic uncle. With a stacked cast including Colman Domingo, Nia Long, and more, the film delivers stunning recreations of Michael’s most legendary performances from his early days in Gary, Indiana to the rise of the The Jackson 5 under Berry Gordy.  But while the visuals and nostalgia hit, the storytelling struggles. Rushed pacing, surface-level moments, and a noticeable lack of emotional depth leave the film feeling more like a highlight reel than a true character study. For a figure as complex and influential as Michael Jackson, the film plays it safe, avoiding the deeper layers many fans were hoping to finally see.  TeaRon dives into what works, what doesn’t, and whether this biopic truly captures the man behind the legend or just the myth. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

We are talking the recent NAACP Images Awards and the Season 2 premiere of Hulu Original Paradise.  TeaRon and BK break down NAACP Image Award Winners, red carpet looks, and Paradise's biggest moments, fan theories, and what might be coming next. What are your predictions for Season 2 of Paradise? One of the most talked-about series of 2025 is officially back! TeaRon and BK dive into the Season 2 premiere of Paradise on Hulu, breaking down the first three explosive episodes of the dystopian thriller starring Sterling K. Brown as Xavier Collins. Season 2 wastes no time expanding the world beyond the underground bunker. EPISODE 1 introduces Annie, a young woman whose connection to Elvis Presley’s Graceland takes a tragic turn and ultimately leads her into the chaos of the post-apocalyptic outside world. Meanwhile, EPISODE 2 follows Xavier after his daring escape from the Colorado bunker as he crash-lands in the dangerous wasteland of Arkansas. Injured and searching for answers about his missing wife, Xavier encounters a surprising group of survivors—and eventually crosses paths with Annie. EPISODE 3 pulls viewers back inside the bunker where political tension is brewing. Sinatra is revealed to still be alive, secrets about the origins of the underground city begin to surface, and a rebellious movement led by the former president’s son threatens the fragile order of Paradise. With new alliances forming and hidden motives emerging, the stakes have never been higher. From shocking twists to new characters and expanding mysteries, the Season 2 premiere raises more questions than answers. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

In honor of Black History Month, TeaRon and BK revisit the 2007 film The Great Debaters for a fresh BK’s Blacklist review. It’s BK’s first watch and TeaRon’s long-overdue revisit, and the two dive into the film’s powerful themes of racism, justice, and resilience. They break down the film’s fictionalized depiction of the Wiley College debate team, the standout performances from Jurnee Smollett, Denzel Whitaker, Denzel Washington, and Forest Whitaker, and the lingering “what could have been” of Nate Parker’s once-rising career. Why does a story set in the 1930s feel so relevant in 2026? And how does the film land differently for a millennial viewer vs. a Gen Z first-timer? –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

In Tyler Perry's Joe's College Road Trip, Perry takes one of his most unhinged characters, Joe, and pushes him even further. What was once just Madea’s oxygen-tank-toting, foul-mouthed brother becomes the leader of a cross-country “educational” journey as he attempts to teach his grandson B.J. what it really means to understand and appreciate African-American history. But Tyler Perry doesn’t just push boundaries… he blasts past them. The film opens with a content warning that still doesn’t prepare you for what’s coming. When Brian asks Joe and Madea for help after discovering how little B.J. knows about HBCUs and Black history, Joe and his grandson sets off on a chaotic, raunchy, and controversial road trip that takes us from Mississippi cotton fields to Tennessee blues clubs… and even a brothel scene that has the internet debating how far is too far for Tyler Perry these days? Is Perry mixing education and vulgar humor in a bold new way or is this a misfire that strays too far from his core audience?  TeaRon & BK break down the shock factor, the cultural conversations, and whether TP Studios should continue down this road. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

Tis the season of Love and we are talking RELATIONSHIP GOALS, a faith-infused romcom that starring Kelly Rowland and Method Man The movie follows Leah (Rowland) as she chases her dream of becoming the first Black female showrunner of a national news show, only to discover her biggest competition is her old college flame, Jarret (Method Man).  The two are forced to collaborate on landing an exclusive interview with viral pastor Mike Todd, the two find themselves navigating chaos, purpose, and the possibility of rediscovered love. Is the film’s spiritual framing a strength or a limitation? And does the undeniable chemistry between Rowland and Method Man carry the story to the finish line? –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

Terri Joe has officially jumped from TikTok to Tubi — and the chaos is glorious. In Terri Joe: Missionary in Miami, Kelon Campbell brings the iconic Southern church girl into a wild new world filled with hillbilly robbers, one-legged prophets, and a Miami adventure that goes off the rails fast. In this episode, TeaRon and BK break down whether Terri Joe’s unfiltered livestream comedy actually works as a full movie. From viral moments to unexpected laughs, they unpack the highs, the uh-oh’s, and the future of influencers stepping into filmmaking. Is Terri Joe Tubi’s next cult classic… or should she stick to the live streams? Let’s talk about it. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

We’re kicking off 2026 with something different. TeaRon and BK review the independent sci-fi film Underneath: Children of the Sun, a passion project years in the making that has already pulled in over 800K views on YouTube—a major win for indie cinema. Directed by David Kirman, the film is set in 1850s Missouri, where a man’s chance encounter with an alien survivor from a crashed spacecraft pulls him into a much larger intergalactic conflict. The result is an ambitious blend of Black history, cosmic politics, and generational legacy. TeaRon and BK break down the film’s impressive visuals, bold ideas, and its decision to weave a slavery storyline into a sci-fi epic—while questioning whether the story fully delivers on its massive promise. Is Underneath proof of what Black audiences are craving—and a glimpse into the future of independent filmmaking—or does its ambition outpace its execution? –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

BK’s Blacklist is back, and this time TeaRon and BK revisit one of the most provocative and unsettling films in Black cinema history: John Singleton’s Higher Learning. Released over 30 years ago, this controversial cult classic feels disturbingly more relevant today. Set on the fictional Columbus University campus, Higher Learning traps America’s most volatile social issues inside a pressure cooker—where race, masculinity, identity, white supremacy, patriarchy, and violence collide with devastating consequences. The film features early performances from future Black Hollywood heavyweights and cultural icons including Omar Epps, Ice Cube, Tyra Banks, Regina King, Laurence Fishburne, Busta Rhymes, alongside Kristy Swanson and Jennifer Connelly. Each character represents a different path through college life, exposing how ideology, insecurity, and power can radicalize young minds. TeaRon and BK unpack Singleton’s bold vision, debate whether the film still holds up, and confront the uncomfortable truth at its core: the more things change, the more they stay the same. Does Higher Learning still hit too close to home in today’s America—or was it always meant to be a warning we ignored? –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

It’s time for another Black ensemble Christmas movie — but this one is Unexpected. TeaRon and BK break down Unexpected Christmas, the holiday comedy starring Lil Rel Howery, Dominique Perry, Reagan Gomez-Preston, and the legendary Anna Maria Horsford. Before diving into the film, the hosts reflect on some of their favorite Black Christmas classics and what expectations come with them. In Unexpected Christmas, Marissa (Perry) is blindsided when her longtime boyfriend Richard (Howery) claims he can’t join her for Christmas — only for her to arrive at her family’s Texas home and find him there anyway… as the date of her estranged stepsister Kerry (Gomez-Preston). From fake boyfriends to messy revelations, chaos erupts as Marissa plots her holiday revenge. The question is: does this movie deliver festive fun, or does the drama overwhelm the cheer? TeaRon and BK unpack the twists, performances, and whether Unexpected Christmas earns a spot in the Black holiday movie rotation. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS Podcast: Ubiquitous Blacks is an internationally focused podcast that explores similarities and differences of the Black/African diaspora experiences around the world. The goal is to shed light on the differences and similarities between us all, while learning to celebrate those very things. World News, Politics, Pop Culture and More are discussed by host TeaRon and an array of awesome guests. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

We’re kicking off a brand-new segment on the show: BK’s Blacklist — where BK (our Gen-Z, suburban-raised co-host) takes on the classic Black films he somehow missed, and TeaRon (who grew up on all of them) guides him through a multigenerational deep dive into the movies that shaped Black culture. Together, they break down the nostalgia, the legacy, and the big question: do these classics still hold up today? For the first installment, we’re revisiting one of the most iconic bank-heist films of all time — Set It Off, starring legends Queen Latifah, Jada Pinkett Smith, Vivica A. Fox, and Kimberly Elise, directed by the incomparable F. Gary Gray. From unforgettable lines to culture-shifting moments, this film still sparks conversation decades later. TeaRon and BK unpack the performances, the impact, the emotional punches, and the scenes that still stick with us — all while debating BK’s final rating.  When did you first see Set It Off? And does it still hold up? –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Follow Us: IG: @tearonworld / @bkwitda4fa4 TT: @tearon__ / @bkgostupid FB: facebook.com/UbiquitousBlacks THRD: @ubiquitousblacks ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

TeaRon and BK jump headfirst into Season 2 of The Vince Staples Show — and this time, the chaos is turned ALL the way up. After a breakout first season, the series returns with fresh themes, genre-bending storytelling, and the kind of unpredictable moments ONLY Vince could dream up. This season delivers standout performances from Vanessa Bell Calloway and Nate’ Jones, while diving into the complexities of the Black experience — grief, family dysfunction, fame, and the absurdity of trying to survive it all. Blending Afro-surrealism with sharp social commentary, Season 2 keeps you laughing and questioning everything. Did Season 2 deliver for you — and are you ready for more Vince madness? ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

This week, TeaRon is joined by NEW Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews Co-Host Brandon Keaton (BK) as they break down Eddie’s influence, revisit his greatest (and not-so-great) films, and share the surprising revelations uncovered in the documentary. When it comes to Hollywood legends, nobody matches the rise, reach, and cultural impact of Eddie Murphy. From stand-up stages to blockbuster franchises, Eddie’s 40+ year career is unmatched — and Netflix’s new documentary Being Eddie attempts the impossible: capturing the genius, chaos, and brilliance of one of entertainment’s most iconic superstars. If you grew up admiring  Eddie... or enjoying about his best movies… this episode is for you. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads

This Halloween, TeaRon and Tiera Janee crack open Wes Craven’s The People Under the Stairs — a wild 90s cult classic starring Brandon Quintin Adams and Ving Rhames. What starts as a simple break-in turns into a horrifying night of secrets, screams, and the unforgettable discovery of the people under the stairs. TeaRon revisits this creepy favorite after years away, while Tiera watches it for the first time — bringing fresh laughs, jump scares, and pure nostalgic chaos. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– About UBIQUITOUS BLACKS REVIEWS: 'Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews' is an extension of the Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast where TeaRon (IG: @tearonworld) reviews the latest in Black Movies, TV Shows, and more. These hilariously entertaining reviews are directed at discussing media that appeals to Black/African people around the world in the diaspora. You can watch the episodes on the official YouTube channel, and you can also listen to the full unedited episodes wherever you listen to podcasts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Follow and Interact With Us:   Instagram,  Facebook,  YouTube,  Threads