Episodes
Chasing DNA and Family Roots - Part One
Send us a text This latest episode - Chasing DNA and Family Roots (Part One) - will kickoff a series of shows regarding taking DNA tests and using other methods to find one’s family roots. The first guest in this …
My Nigerian Husband Reviews the Bollywood/Nollywood Film "Namaste Wah…
Send us a text On this episode, my husband, Segun Abegunrin, is back reviewing "Namaste Wahala." (Last time, he reviewed "Bob Hearts Abishola,” which was well received. The sitcom airing on CBS, is set in Detroit and is about...
'Bob Hearts Abishola' Review from a Nigerian Perspective
Send us a text Desiréia Valteau , the host, writer, and producer of Underground Magnolia Podcast, has a lively discussion with her husband regarding the television show " Bob Hearts Abishola " Born and raised in Nigeria, Se...
Holiday Movies Abound With Diversity & Inclusion This Season
Send us a text It’s holiday time! Christmastime! And you know what that means – movies, movies, movies! With the pandemic and more stay-at-home orders in place, many of us will be at home roasting chestnuts, with popcorn and ...
Public Relations Boss La'Torria Lemon, The HollyShorts (Virtual) Film…
Send us a text Today’s podcast features my special guest La’Torria Lemon, a young publicist with her own Houston-Atlanta based Lemon Lime Light public relations firm. She represents celebrities (Beyonce’s BeyGood Foundation),...
Singer Alyson Williams Chats About New Music, Phyllis Hyman Tribute &…
Send us a text The latest episode features Alyson Williams discussing her illustrious recording career, upcoming projects, women rappers, and much more. In the late 80s, the Harlem singer became the first female R&B artist si...
On The Frontlines In Los Angeles With A Pediatric Emergency Medicine …
Send us a text The guest for this episode is Dr. Jeanine Hall, a board-certified pediatric emergency medicine doctor in Los Angeles, who discusses being on the frontlines during COVID-19. She received her undergraduate degree...
Review of Black British Comedy/Drama 'I May Destroy You' & Celebrity …
Send us a text On this podcast, "I May Destroy You" - a bold comedy/drama starring Black Brits by way of Ghana - is reviewed. The HBO Max series deals with the complex trauma of sexual consent, dating, and friendship. …
Make It Through The Pandemic & More With Dr. Alauna Curry, 'Trauma Ps…
Send us a text Known as the "trauma psychiatrist," Houston based board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Alauna Curry will join me on today's podcast. With Covid-19 affecting African American and Hispanic communities more than other...
Producer Cheryl L. Bedford's Women of Color Unite Has Answers for Hol…
Send us a text ***EXPLICIT LANGUAGE*** This podcast features Cheryl L. Bedford, whose name should be in the dictionary next to Hollywood Diversity and Inclusion. Bedford is a longtime outspoken Hollywood producer, who has alw...
Dr. Corey Hartman Part 2: Hair Loss in Black Women, Skin Cancer, Wig …
Send us a text In part 2 of my interview with Dr. Corey Hartman, a board-certified dermatologist practicing in Birmingham, Alabama, we discuss how derms address more than just skin issues. Derms can be seen for concerns about...
Love Your Skin With Black Derm Dr. Corey Hartman, Review of Andy Allo…
Send us a text In this episode, get ready for Part 1 of a two part episode with Dr. Corey Hartman. I used to babysit the now board certified dermatologist while he was a young boy living down the street …
Interview With Natural Hair Care Entrepreneur, Nia Long's 'Fatal Affa…
Send us a text This episode features an interview with Seattle-area's Daizha Brown, who has been donning natural hair for six years. To take care of her beautiful tresses, the 24-year-old created DaiByDai Hydrating Hair Butte...
All 'Insecure:' Black & Latino Millennials Break Down Season 4 (Part …
Send us a text This is Part 2 of Underground Magnolia's host Desiréia Valteau's millennial daughter (Simone) and friends decompressing "Insecure"-Season 4, the popular HBO series created by and starring Issa Rae. Simone (Afr...
Black & Latino Millennials Break Down 'Insecure'-Season 4 (Part 1)
Send us a text Underground Magnolia's host Desiréia Valteau's millennial daughter (Simone) and friends decompress "Insecure"-Season 4, the popular HBO series created by and starring Issa Rae. Simone (African American) along w...
'Gone With The Wind's' Quick Return, Celebrate Black Music Month With…
Send us a text Today’s episode is about "Gone With The Wind's" very quick return to HBO Max after a two-week removal and how they are putting it in context with companion content. June is Black Music Month - Happy …
'Gone With The Wind's' Temporary Removal from HBO Max, Meeting with R…
Send us a text We’ve got a few things to talk about - HBO Max’s decision to remove the film "Gone With the Wind" temporarily and who may have prompted that decision. It’s also Pride Month and hear about the …
Happy Juneteenth - Special Episode
It's Juneteenth! Celebrating freedom from slavery! Music: "Jazz Addict’s Intro" by Cosimo Fogg (https://soundcloud.com/cosimo-fogg) Underground Magnolia website ( http://undergroundmagnolia.com/) Send questions/comments and r...
Unsung Black Docs, Naomie Harris & Tyrese’ Cop Drama, Daphne Maxwell …
Send us a text In this episode, a continuation of serving up content to help with these trying times such as documentaries you should watch: · "Before the West Coast: A Sports Civil Rights Story" (released 2016) - abo...
Gabrielle Union VS AGT, Viola Davis' Time on HTGAWM & "Dark Girls 2"
Send us a text This episode talks about the investigation into Gabrielle Union’s claims against "America's Got Talent" (AGT). Also, find out about the upcoming "Dark Girls 2" documentary, a follow-up to the 2011 "Dark Girls" ...
Multilayered George Floyd Protests & Unrest (Rodney King Memory), Bla…
Send us a text This special podcast (Monday, June 1, 2020) looks at the protests and unrest over the past week in the United States. The actions stem from the death of George Floyd, a black man who was killed …
It's Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: A Look at Asians in Ameri…
This episode uses Asian Pacific American Heritage Month to discuss Asians in American film and TV. A Review of Awkwafina's new Comedy Central scripted show, and in the segment Interview With A Celebrity, a recollection of me...
Check Your Mental Health, High Fidelity (starring Zoë Kravitz) Review…
Send us a text Discussion on mental health resources during COVID-19 such as apps and how to find a therapist. Race specific resources listed for Native Americans, Asian Americans, Latin Americans, and African Americans (see ...
Entertainment Resources During Pandemic, Little Fires Everywhere Revi…
Send us a text This is the first episode of the revamped podcast. This first edition gives COVID-19 resources for those in front of and behind the scenes in film and television. Resources for music professionals also included...