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The New York Times Magazine's 1619 Project shattered common narratives about the founding of the United States and the profound history, impact and influence of slavery and race in America. Journalist and Howard University professor Nikole Hannah-Jones, the project's creator, is back two years later with a new book that's an expansion of the project. Brittany and Eric dissect the book, which features essays, poetry and photographs. And they chat with Nikole about how the book is both a reframing of narrative and a testament to the ancestors.

Netflix's new film, Passing, tells the story of Irene Redfield (Tessa Thompson), a light-skinned Black woman living in Harlem who reconnects with her childhood friend Clare Bellew (Ruth Negga), a light-skinned Black woman who "passes" for white. Brittany and Eric get into the dynamics between Irene and Clare, the history of passing in the Black community, and how conversations about passing were actually more common - and encouraged - than today. Read Brittany's piece in Vulture about the same topic, HERE 

We sit down with actor Jay Ellis, who plays the most divisive character on Insecure -- Lawrence. He told us all about his thoughts on Lawrence, what it’s meant to play such a controversial character, and what’s in store for the rest of Insecure’s fifth and final season.

Brittany and Eric bring you back to where it all began, and catch you up on where they've been the past 7 years, and what they have in store now that they're back.

After a long long long hiatus, your favorite cultural critics are back, peeling back the layers of Black culture. New episodes start Nov 16

B & E offer up the FIRST ever taste of The Nod. You can hear more on July 17th when The Nod launches with two episodes, everywhere you listen. Subscribe today! For more info visit: https://gimletmedia.com/the-nod or follow us on Twitter @thenodshow. Love you guys! See you over at The Nod!See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this special, bonus episode, Brittany & Eric talk through their emotions about the end of FCN and give a few shoutouts and thank yous, too. // Thanks for listening and keep up with us this whole time. We appreciate every little thing you guys have done to support us, encourage us, and inspire us with For Colored Nerds. Big hugs! <3 B + ESee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For their penultimate episode, Brittany & Eric share a few of their favorite moments from For Colored Nerds' run. Also included: the trailer for B & E's next project, The Nod.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brittany & Eric sit down with their final guest, writer Nichole Perkins aka @tnwhiskeywoman. Topics covered: paranormal sex scenes, the racial dynamics of Everything Everything, the importance of romance novels, and following your dreams.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join B & E for a live version of FCN featuring author Naomi Jackson, New York Times Magazine staff writer Jenna Wortham, and Glory Edim, founder of Well-Read Black Girl

This week, B & E are joined by Academy award nominee, Empire star, and author of This Is Just My Face: Try Not to Stare, Gabourey Sidibe. The trio discusses self-love, accepting their parents and suspect Instagram ads.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, B & E open up their mailbag and respond to listener letters. Advice is doled out, burning questions are answered, and troubling mysteries are solved. Bonus: lots of relationship and ~feelings~ abound!See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

B & E sit down with Buzzfeed senior culture writer, Bim Adewunmi to talk about the importance of fan fiction, Susie Wokoma's versatility, and her approach to writing about American culture.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

B & E sit down with Jason Parham, senior editor at The Fader, for a free-wheeling conversation on things like barbershops, pain, and DMX. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

B & E dissect the new hit horror film from Jordan Peele, Get Out. We’ll dive into the way the film explores white supremacy, plays with point of view in horror films, and highlights the Black body. Show Notes : https://tab.bz/o3rk9See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join B & E for an XXL Black History Month LIVE edition of the show. Brittany and Eric will share what BHM means to them, test your knowledge of black history, and share their unconventional picks for the BHM pantheon. Joining them are special guests Tracy Clayton of BuzzFeed’s Another Round podcast and Rembert Browne of New York magazine.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

B & E dedicate this episode to a slept-on G.O.A.T. - the legendary Donny Hathaway. Revisiting his raw talent, unforgettable balladry, and why we need him today. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

B & E reflect on eight years of President Obama. Where he was great and where he fell short. Show notes: https://tab.bz/dt2oh See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

B & E take a deep look at the first season of Donald Glover's new show, Atlanta. Along the way, they explore whether Donald achieved his goal to make a "Black Twin Peaks". See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's the very last episode of 2016, and B & E are commemorating it by sharing what they want to focus on in 2017. Sharing and feelings abound! Holiday shopping, or just want to support the show? Check out our merch here: http://shop.forcolorednerds.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.