Archive
Episode 80: Lightskindedness
Olive is the captain of the ship today and she has her political prowess in tow! In this episode, she leads a conversation on skin color politics, Malia Obama, and explains the term color struck to any viewers that are unfamiliar with it.
Next Live with U People: Prepare for a Future
Neo-jazz artist Valerie Troutt from the Bay Area visits the U People studios with a special performance. This performance will prepare us for our journey Memphis on Oct. 3rd. Watch it here or on http://thebigtoe.iloveupeople.com, Thursday, Oct.1 @9pm EST
Episode 79: MJ Tribute
Olive and Hanifah took some time to remember, the wonderful and magical, Michael Jackson. Hanifah rocks a new look in remembrance and the duo shares some of their favorite MJ music videos. Which Michael Jackson music videos are your favorites?
Episode 78: Memphis Pride Forum
Olive and Hanifah took a trip to Memphis, TN. While there, they were able to broadcast a Pride Forum that was held during their visit. In this episode, you will witness a moving and timely conversation that explores Black and gay politics in US southern states.
Episode 77: Brooklyn Pride Broadcast 2009
It is Pride Weekend in New York City! In this episode, Olive and Hanifah are broadcasting live from the 3 The Hard Way Party @ Littlefield. They have several guests including Gina Breedlove, Baron.Artist, and Shelley Nicole from BlaKbushe. Groove along to the party music. A good time will be had by all!
Episode 76: Love Through the Storm
Olive holds down the Live with U People fort while Hanifah is at an Audre Lorde Project fundraiser. In this episode, Olive embraces her political nature. She discusses Barack Obama’s relationships with Black and LGBT communities and the politics of family.
Episode 74: How Great It Is to Be Gay
Hanifah and Olive share more of their life lessons on manifestation. They also discuss many of the good things about being gay. Together, they prove that being gay is more than sad stories and institutionalized oppression. Tune in to see the silver lining.
Episode 73: Cookin’ with U People
Hanifah and Olive are joined by one of the Big Toe Members of the Month, DJ Rimarkable. While they enjoy the aroma of home-cooking, they discuss money, motherhood, and marriage. You can more about DJ Rimarkable on Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace.
Episode 72: Queer Black Cinema
In this episode, Hanifah and Olive are joined by Angel Brown, co-founder of Queer Black Cinema. They talk about the limits of the English language, high school reunions, and experiences with straight women.
Episode 71: Daddy Issues
In this episode, Olive and Hanifah are joined by Gina Mamone, founding president and CEO of Riot Grrrl, Ink. Listen in as they discuss fathers and the impact they make on their children’s lives.
