Fake Black Businesses? Let's Talk About The Real Ones We Love.

On this episode, we're examining what it truly means to protect Black women as violence against women continues to impact communities across the country. Plus, we're getting into this month's biggest conversations, from the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, to whether BET should honor Clive Davis, and a topic every woman knows all too well: when Aunt Flo refuses to say goodbye. 

Hey Cousins! Thanks for tuning into the pre-recorded episodes for the last two weeks. Today we are back living and in living color, and baaaay-bee do we have a lot to talk about.    Here's a question that needs an answer: Should the Knicks go to the White House after their historic win? We will discuss.    We also get into the outrage and the calls to boycott Asian American businesses following the Chow verdict, reflect on the meaning of Juneteenth, and with the huge success of the latest Scary Movie franchise, we give the Wayans family their flowers.    Be sure to like, subscribe, follow and tell a friend to join the Cousin Community.    To get a special discount on Bask & Lather products go to baskandlatherco.com and use the code RTRT fir a 20 % discount. 

Hey Cousins! You know over here we're all about supporting everybody Black. This episode features Adrienne Randle, the editor-in-chief of Everyday Blk Magazine which is a FREE culture magazine giving you all the ins on Black events, businesses, stories and so much more. Take a listen and be sure to tell us your favorite Black businesses.  To get a special cousin discount on Bask and Lather products, go to www.baskandlatherco.com and put in the code RTRT for a 20% discount.

Run us our money! On this week's episode, we're getting into the repartations conversation and the controversy surrounding Trump's proposed $1.7 billion "Anti-Weaponization Fund", and who should really be held accountable.   We're also talking about Pope Leo acknowledging his Creole heritage.. but does he identify as Black? And Cheyenne Bryant is back in the headlines after a heated exchange resurfaced between her and our cousin Toure. And NYT best selling author Kennedy Ryan returns to talk about our June book pick for our RTRT Book Club! Not a member yet?  Head to our youtube and hit the 'join' button to sign up.  And be sure to visit our RTRT Shop to check out all of our book club authors.

In this episode, Dr. Raquel Martin joins the play cousins to wiegh in on the controversial debate about  the importance of proper credentials for mental health care professionals.  

Kevin Hart's latest viral roast has the internet asking: How far is too far in comedy? Comedian and honaray Cousin J. Anthony Brown weighs in on the moment, roast culture, and what happens when jokes spark bigger conversations online.  And speaking of bigger conversations... election season is heating up too.  From growing concerns around voter rights to the politcal tension shaping headlines, we're unpacking it all with bestselling author and political commentator Sophia Nelson.  She joins us to discuss her new book, Redefining Freedom: Thoughts on Bridging Divides and Renewing the American Promise at 250. All this as we approach "All Roads Lead to the South," an historic national day of action and protest. Buckle up... this one gets real.  Bask & Lather:  BaskandLatherco.com. Code:  RTRT for 20 % discount

Jacque and Joy-Ann dive into the latest attack on Black voting rights, The MET Gala fallout, and OB/GYN Dr. Kemi Doll joins to discuss her new book and has some great advice for Black women on womb health. 

The Play Cousins discuss bullet's flying at the White House Correspondent's dinner and all those theories about it being staged. Also, the May book club pick is here... the ladies talk to author Kennedy Ryan about her book "Reel" and the excitement of turning her book series into a tv show.  

There is so much to talk about this week. Are you ready for cousin conversations with Joy-Ann and Jacque? And dropping in to the Cousin Nation will be funny man J. Anthony Brown. Don't miss this episode. And if you haven't already, please subscribe to this channel and share the link.

The Play Cousins discuss recent sold out concerts by Kanye, Trick Daddy vs The AKAs, Brady call out Wanya, and more.   *AD Feature:   Go to:  Baskandlatherco.com.  code: RTRT for 20% off