Their Eyes Were Watching TV

Rothaniel: Cheating Grandpas - Who Amongst Us?

This week we're discussing Jerrod Carmichael's moving new stand-up special, "Rothaniel." In the special, which feels almost equal part group therapy session as it does comedy show, Jerrod shares family secrets and personal secrets with earnest vulnerability, and invites audience participation in a way we haven't seen before. He also touches on being named after his grandfathers, who both happened to be cheaters; to which we must ask- did ANY of us have a non-cheating grandpa?!
(Seriously, let us know if you did.)
"Rothaniel" is available to stream on HBOMax.

Master: Of None

This week we're discussing the horror-ish film, "Master." Regina Hall stars as college professor Gail Bishop, who becomes the first Black master at her elite ivy league university. She builds a bond with incoming Black freshman, Jasmine Moore, as they both begin facing racism of the [possibly] supernatural variety. But WHO...is targeting them??
"Master" is available to stream on Amazon Prime.

2022 Academy Awards: THE GIRLS ARE FIGHTINGGGG

The 94th annual Oscars ceremony took place Sunday night and...it was pretty boring. We really had to scrape for content because the show was so anticlimactic. 
Clearly kidding. So many firsts- from CODA winning best picture to Megan Thee Stallion's performance. Hilarious commentary and skits from this year's hosts, Wanda Sykes, Regina Hall and Amy Schumer. And, of course, what is sure to be one of the most talked about moments in Oscar history.  
Also, s/o to Questlove for winning Best Original Documentary for "Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)." Forgot to mention this during the episode but gotta give him his flowers!

RuPaul’s Drag Race: Worst...Snatch Game...Ever??

Yeah, maybe...don't bring back my girls?
This week we're discussing the lackluster Snatch Game episode of "RuPaul's Drag Race." Usually one of the most anticipated episodes each season, the season 14 queens just didn't have quite enough Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve and Talent, this time around. It's normal to have an off day but...it seems like all of theirs synced up somehow. 
"RuPaul's Drag Race" airs Fridays at 8pm on VH1.

Married at First Sight: Boston Got Beaches...?

This week we're discussing the current season of "Married at First Sight" set in Boston. 5 couples decided to tie the knot with a complete stranger and less than 3 weeks into the 8 week experiment, one couple has already decided to call it quits. With a few cute moments and a LOT of communication issues, MAFS Boston brings the same marital drama we've come to know and love from the series. 
"Married at First Sight" airs Wednesdays at 8/7c on Lifetime.

The Tinder Swindler: Certified Scammer Boy

This week, we're discussing the popular Netflix documentary "The Tinder Swindler." The doc tells the story of Simon Leviev (real name: Shimon Hayut), who lied about being the son of a diamond tycoon and embellished his lavish lifestyle online to attract women. Not only was Simon juggling multiple women relationship-wise, he was also juggling their finances to finance his own life. By love bombing these ladies for a few months to get them invested in the relationship, he was then able to begin asking them for financial help. And we're not talking a few hundred bucks, we are talking hundreds of thousands in some cases! ...The girls were down bad. But through the help of journalists, and some detective work of their own, a few of Simons exes are finally able to bring him down.
"The Tinder Swindler" is available to stream on Netflix. 

Bel-Air: A Fresh Prince Jawn

...did we use jawn right? :-| 
This week, we're discussing the first three episodes of "Bel-Air," the new dramatic re-telling of iconic 90s sitcom "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." All of our favorite characters are back but...can't say the same for all of their personalities. As in the original, Will is trying to navigate his new California life after leaving Philly because of a fight but unlike the original, new Will is faced with many obstacles and foes, including some from his own bloodline. 
"Bel-Air" is available to stream on Peacock. 

Claws: The Last Mani Pedi

Claws Up, y'all! Join us as we discuss the series finale of the TNT dramedy, "Claws." Nail salon owner, Desna Simms, and her crew of delinquent manicurist besties have have been consistently upping the ante on their illegal activities over the past three seasons. But this final go round - with a schism in the group, a risky new side hustle, new "friends," and an unexpected romance that isn't quite what it seems - they find themselves in a situation that may bring them down for good.