Four Layered Takes

On this week’s episode we open with our thoughts on the state of society and the heavy weight it has on our spirit. We dive into Episode 8 (Lowkey Happy) and the good emotions and distraction it provided us at this critical time. Lastly, we end the podcast with candid thoughts from the great Killer Mike. Enjoy! Please visit us at @4layeredtakes on Instagram & Facebook and don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us iTunes, Google Play and Spotify!

On this week’s episode we discuss the fallout from Molly and Andrew's vacation and Molly's further isolation of herself. We also get everyone's thoughts on the 'ass-play' situation and how the episode played out overall. Enjoy!Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify

On this week’s episode we discuss “Cultural Curator” Issa Dee’s Struggle Self-Care Sunday. The importance of space and time apart in relationships. Marcus also revisits his eternal question, “Can women really be friends?” Lol. And finally, do relationships need space i.e. "separate wings", to survive?Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify

On this week’s episode, we welcome friend of the podcast Jamin Butler from the Black Coffee Company. He discusses the company and its mission of black entrepreneurship. He also joins us in dissecting a WHIRLWIND of a block party — including Nathan reemerging, Issa thriving, Molly being toxic af and "Countess Kelli" falling back into "Kelli from the block" when the drama unfolds.   To get more information about the Black Coffee Company products, apparel and their mission, visit www.theblackcoffeecompany.com AND on social media at @blkcoffeeco on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify

On this week's episode, we discuss Season 4 Episode 4 of "Insecure". The growth of Molly and Andrew's (Asian Bae) relationship and the potential end of Molly and Issa's friendship. The karma of being a fuck-boy and having to pay for it when you have a daughter. Lastly, Marcus aka makes an apology if behalf of Lawrence Hive. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify

On this week's episode we discuss Season 4 Episode 3 of "Insecure". We dive into the status of Lawrence's relationships with both Issa and Condola. The continued deterioration of Issa and Molly's friendship (Molly gotta be a Gemini). Also, spending time with your family during holidays. Lastly, the importance of NOT blocking your exes on social media so that you can stunt on 'em. (Sponsored by mint-flavored Clorox chewables “Sanitize yo’ insides as much as yo’ hands — but no DO NOT do this for real”). Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify

Today, we discuss episode 2 of Season 4 of "Insecure". We wanted WAY more of Kelly in the B.A.P.S costume. We look at how Lawrence showed his emo Drake side (Is this your king?!); dive into a little segment we call "tales of lost condoms" and safe sex in the age of tha 'Rona; and how Molly needs friends. Also, find out what Marcus is talking about when he called a show "The White Queen & Slim", Chadwick Boseman, Black AF and more. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify    

Today, we discuss episode 1 of Season 4 of "Insecure". We're excited to have Issa and crew back in our lives again! We LOVE TSA Bae, wonder if Molly will ever grow up, ponder the true dynamics of their friendship and female friendships in general and the merits of men lotioning up before sex. We also have a special guest (Tracey, who never officially announces herself, lol) jump in and out to give the essential worker take. :)  Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify!

Today, we vent and laugh (to keep from crying) at times over these ’Rona Chronicles. Our main review is Netflix’s “Uncorked”. We discuss how BBQ is king in Memphis, onscreen chemistry of Courtney Vance and Niecy Nash, and how Drake is actually the Moscato of wines. We also venture into other things we’re watching including how “Tiger King” is all the Ws: “Who, What, Where, Why, Wypipo and WTF”. Also, what actually were the best episodes of “The Office”?We’re still trying to get it together during this Zoom "telepodcast" coronavirus edition. Full review of Uncorked starts at minute 13:40. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify!

Today, we conclude our review of "Queen & Slim". We still have questions about the choices these two make, how timelines line up and why anyone wouldn't question the motives of anyone with straight-back cornrows. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify!  

Today, we take a look at Lena Waithe's "Queen & Slim" in part 1 of a 2 episode review of the film (there was a lot to say y'all). We dub someone the new Jon Snow, try to get a grasp on how hunger pains and fleeing the police work, we save Marcus' life after he makes a bold claim about black women's hair, and also dive into the love and affection between Queen and Slim. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify!  

Today, we wrap up our review of HBO's "Euphoria" by talking with a social professional and her thoughts on mental health and teenagers today. She gives us some great info and hotline numbers you can reach out to for help. United Way hotline - 211Her organization's hotline - 1-800-273-8255 (press 1 if you’re a veteran) Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify!      

Today, we welcome the "Bedazzled" return of our moderator Mel as we discuss the final episodes of "Euphoria" season 1. Nate is Ted Bundy and the Sponge Bob “Ima Head Out” meme embodied. We wondered where's SimpliSafe when you need it. Lexi is the hero you didn't know you needed and MiMi and Mel get honest about how anxiety and depression have affected their lives.Our dessert today is from Sweet Cheats in Cabbagetown, Atlanta, GA. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify!  

FIRST, please forgive our sound being a bit off this episode. We had to work from the backup recording this week, but we made it through. Mel was off this episode as we dive into the first four episodes of HBO's "Euphoria".   We talk our enjoyment of the initial episodes, favorite characters, how we relate to them, how we fear for the youth and the overall great storytelling of the show. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify!  

We're back from a little summer hiatus and had a LOT of catching up to do!  We break down what we've been doing over the break and help Mel understand what a "Hot Girl Summer" is. We briefly talk new music; dabble in this Popeye's chicken sandwich debate; shout out "The Six" and our friends north of the border in general; and MiMi confuses a health trend for Flinstones lingerie (just go with it). Most importantly, we touch on what everyone's been watching; “Black Lady Sketch Show”, “The Boys”, “Stranger Things Season 3”, “Mindhunter”, “Euphoria” (Give Zendaya ALL HER THINGS), "Big Little Lies Season 3", "Years and Years", “Queen Sugar” (the show we all should be watching but aren’t), and what strain of virgin blood Angela Bassett, Bianca Lawson and Paul Rudd are bathing in to keep their youthful looks.We also do a couple 90s throwback show references that solidifies our place in "middle-age-dom". Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now

This week, we have a REALLY quick bonus episode for you before we take a couple of weeks off and get ready for "Stranger Things" Season 3! But today, we give our takes on the movie "Us" which we didn't get a chance to review previously. Emotions ranged from initially hating it to loving it to adoring Jordan Peele to feeling gross about ourselves after watching it. Also, Mel confesses to loving Peele's other film "Keanu" and watching nearly every day. Bless her heart lol. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes, Google Play and now Spotify! 

In today's episode, we give our takes on Black Mirror, Season 5. Overall, good per usual, but episode 1, "Striking Vipers" was the standout. It had the whole crew in their thoughts about what it expressed on sexuality, black masculinity, gender, attraction and relationships. The season had us wondering if you can catch a virtual reality STD; discussing our addictions to social media; and Mel telling us about that one time when she kicked that untrustworthy chick “Alexa” out her house. Mel and MiMi prove once more you never get too old to be immature about "peen" and Marcus wants to make a correction from last week. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes and Google Play! 

In today's episode, we discuss the movie "Ma" and the Netflix series "When They See Us". "Ma" ended up being "Carrie" but WITHOUT the logic, great narrative and with tons of plotholes (but "crazy" Octavia was fun to watch). Also, Ava DuVernay's "When They See Us" is brilliant with superb acting all around even though it is a story that is hard to watch. And, the irony that Felicity Huffman plays Linda Fairstein. No desserts today, but want to shout out Raymond Santana's clothing line @parkmadisonNYC Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes and Google Play! 

In today's episode, we discuss the 2-hour HBO documentary on Game of Thrones that just aired; how the actor who played the Night King was "clout chasing"; and how the documentary was about 1.5 hours longer than it should've been. We also discuss the overall social implications of how the story ended; how it compares to other more critically acclaimed shows; and how it was a cultural event that brought many people together. We also think George R.R. Martin should drop his final books like Beyonce albums. Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes and Google Play! 

In today's episode, we talk the final episode EVER of Game of Thrones :(. The discussion was lively. We talked about things we liked and ALL the things we didn't. Sweet Robin's Glow up was amazing. Yara vs. Arya was the fight we all deserved instead of Jamie/Euron. Jon Snow could learn from George W. Bush and what Brienne ACTUALLY wrote on Jamie's King's Guard page. Today's dessert is from CamiCakes! Please visit us at @4layeredtakes and don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review us on iTunes and Google Play!