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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

The Play Cousins deep dive into TLC's Chili and other Black Celebs links to MAGA/Trump. The ladies also effort to make sense of revelations that a high profile MAGA hubby is accused of having a giant boob and cross-dressing fetish. And actress/producer Charnel Brown joins to discuss what to expect with the 'A Different World' sequel.

The Play Cousins dig into the latest news from the DC & pop culture. Special guest and friend to the show, Toure, stops by to share his expertise and details on his current projects.

The Play Cousins kick of the new year putting 2025 to rest and finding reasons to be hopeful for 2026.

The Play Cousins weigh in on D'angelo's death, that racist Republican text chat, and the MAGA challenge to the Bad Bunny half time show. Also activist & author Tamika Mallory stops by to discuss her call on Black men to protect Black women by turning Stephen A off

The Play Cousins discuss how they are handling the fall of the US government; the Ayesha Curry controversy; the latest on the Sean 'Diddy' Combs sentencing/appeal; and the right way to watch The Fast & Furious and Alien franchises.

The Play Cousins get real about some folks' claim to cleanliness. And the ladies agree to disagree about Tabitha Brown's latest controversial statements

The Play Cousins reunite to talk new life goals, the latest MAGA shenanigans, and the ladies weigh in on the shocking news of music legend Gloria Gaynor's support for Trump & MAGA

The Play Cousins weigh in on that deadly Texas flood, the Diddy verdict, controversy at Essence Fest, and more.

The Play Cousins dig into Joy-Ann's perimenopause and Jacque's many cats. They also discuss how the heartbreaking loss of Malcolm Jamal Warner and why they'll continue to love The Cosby Show. And veteran journalist and founding mother of The 19th Errin Haines joins the ladies to discuss her candidacy for president of NABJ.

The Play Cousins take on a laundry list of topics including the Pope's death, Harvard taking a stand, and whether your outside clothes are making you sick.

The Play Cousins are back and digging into some urgent matters that all of us need to be aware of. Also attorney and activist Sherrilyn Ifill joins the ladies to shed light on ongoing illegal and unconstitutional kidnappings by the US government. Please subscribe to our Substack for free for show notes. https://reidthisreidthat.substack.com/publish/settings#website

In the first of many live episode, the Play Cousins discuss the very real possibility that they will be doing this show forever. They also examine the alarming deportation crisis happening in the US; celebrate President Obama and VP Harris for finally weigh in on the current administration; and they talk about whether Jonathan Majors deserves to be canceled or supported by the Black people. Please subscribe to our Substack for free to get show notes: https://reidthisreidthat.substack.com/

In this special episode, the Play Cousins welcome Dr. Vedet Coleman-Robinson to discuss federal efforts to whitewash the Black experience from American history. Trump recently announced plans to lessen the independence of the Smithsonian museums, singling out the National African American Museum of History and Culture, also known as the Blacksonian. Trump reportedly wants to remove the entire slavery section from the museum and says that it operates 'under the influence of a division, race-centered ideology. In this conversation the ladies discuss the urgency of this moment and what we can all do to help. Dr. Coleman-Robinson is the president and CEO of the Association of African American Museums which supports cultural organizations, historical societies, and museums that collect, preserve, and exhibit objects valuable to art, history, and science involving African American communities. Please follow our Substack for more show notes https://reidthisreidthat.substack.com/

The Play Cousins continue to dive in to the haunting of Joy-Ann's NYC condo & what she plans to do about it. Jacque shares what you should be watching and her wellness project. The ladies also deep dive into Sh*t You Need To Know about recent elections, government abductions, and being part of the opposition. And the cousins weigh in on Amber Ruffin being fired from The White House Correspondent's gig, and how overall the news media is failing when it comes to covering Trump.