Synopsis
The Fan Bros Show are the Multicultural Maestros. Fan Bros discusses the week in pop culture and geek, while keeping an ear to the street for the topics and controversies that affect the world of fandom--all from the perspective of people of color. Show hosts DJ BenHaMeen and Tatiana King Jones serve as the cultural guides for this unique show, along with a revolving cast of guests that run the gamut of industries--from music and politics, to comics, movies, television and tech.FanBros is a member of the LoudSpeakers Network (https://soundcloud.com/loudspeakersnetwork) and is published every week on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Google Play Music, and iHeartRadio. Visit http://fanbros.com for more greatness. Email us at: contact at fanbros dot com
Episodes
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The Scream Squad - La Petite Mort
14/03/2017 Duration: 42minOn this week's episode, Jamie and Chico dive into sex and death in horror movies, specifically looking at how sexually transmitted diseases and infections come into play. Starting with It Follows, we discuss chain emails, social disconnection and HIV/AIDS. Next up, Cronenberg! The master of body horror's first film, Shivers, looks at a parasite that causes residents of a high-rise to turn into sex monsters. Finally, Contracted updated the zombie myth with its own twisted, although problematic, take on sex. Plus, what these films tell us about society's view of women and sex.
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Slambros: WWE Logic - Don't Think About It
10/03/2017 Duration: 59minWe are three week away from WrestleMania and WWE logic is on pull display. While Vince and crew honestly believe they are making some engaging choices to keep people excited for the grandest wrestling show of the year, they are anything but. The Slambros, Boman12L and Illa YC, return for the 20th episode and try to maintain their sanity in the face of baffling WWE logic.Before then, The Slambros go digging in the Dirt! This week, the dirt sheets are filled with hostage situations and wrestling signings. America’s other large promotions are making moves to talents like the Broken Hardy Family, Alberto El Patron, Bully Ray and others to their bands. No one knows what’s going on with Shaq vs The Big Show for WrestleMania. The first match announced for the show may not happen. Does “New Look” Big Show have Shaq shook or has Diesel not been taking this “Dream Match” seriously?Fastlane was another middling WWE PPV. While the show did clear the road for the storylines heading toward Mania, it did so in the most bo
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Make Iron Fist Asian Again Featuring Lewis Tan
09/03/2017 Duration: 01h19minMake Iron Fist Asian Again. Yeah we said it. We've got the one and only Lewis Tan, star of the upcoming Iron Fist series in the spaceship! If you think people were ready to delete Twitter before then you better prepare yourself as we have Zhou Cheng himself breaking down what exactly went down in the audition process, what it's like to star in one of the biggest series of all time, and how does it feel to be a walking thirst trap? Only the important questions on FanBrosShow, For All Nerds as always.
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Oscars So Disrespectful
02/03/2017 Duration: 01h16minAnother one. The spaceship returns with the official breakdown of the triumphs and tragedy of Moonlight and the rest of the Oscar presentation. We also get all the way in to GET OUT, so expect things to get a little spoilery for a second. Plus Benhameen has something to say about a little thing called Race Vs Class. Oh yeah bring the fire men through it's a four alarm blaze in the spaceship tonight. Spoilerish review for GET OUT from 20:40 to 29:00
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Outlaw Barz: Tall, Dark, and Ho Hum
01/03/2017 Duration: 54minYou've seen him before in anime. He's tall, dark, handsome...and utterly useless. He can't fight. He's easily captured. Long-term memory is optional. In this episode of Outlaw Barz, Tall, Dark and Ho Hum, we examine the phenomenon of gents in distress. From nobility in Victorian England to inept fighters in the Holy Grail War, there are no shortage of men needing rescuing--or women ready to save their men (and everyone else).MusicIntro - @musicality-beatsOutro - @TrackGonEat
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Scream Squad - Beyond Blacula
28/02/2017 Duration: 42minSquad Up! We're closing out February with a nod to Black History Month and Women in Horror Month by looking at some badass Black women in Blaxploitation horror films. We go beyond Blacula and first up is Sugar Hill which uses the power of voodoo and Baron Samedi's zombies to exact revenge on the men who murdered her boyfriend. Next up, Abby is a woman possessed by Eshu, an orisha of chaos in this possession flick that Jamie and Chico find more interesting than The Exorcist. Finally, we dig into the gorgeous Ganja & Hess, a vampire film that might be the genre's finest achievement.
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Slambros: Respect and Cause
24/02/2017 Duration: 01h01minRespect, ladies and gentlemen, this is an easy concept, you better put it on Samoa Joe’s name. The Slambros Boman12l and Illa YC return for the 19th episode and hopefully do not anger “The Destroyer”.This week we dig in the dirt with heavy hearts, as we report and reflect on the passings of Chavo Guerrero Sr, Nicole Bass, Ivan Koloff and George “The Animal” Steele. Unfortunately the sad news does not end there, as Naomi had to relinquish her Smackdown’s Women’s Title. On the positive side, Finn Balor and Seth Rollins should be cleared to return soon. Perhaps best of all, Lucha Underground is coming to Netflix!With the help of a temporal device, Boman and YC jump back and forth through time to recap the last two weeks of wrestling. The hellscape that is RAW is even bleaker after Kevin Owens destroyed Friendship. The Slambros, like everyone else, are living in a “post-friendship” world. Kevin Owens turned on and beat down his best friend and “Brother” Chris Jericho and the latter has not been seen since. Sami
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Monstress Incorporated Featuring Marjorie Liu
23/02/2017 Duration: 01h45minOn the latest and greatest FanBrosShow we are joined by Marjorie Liu, the author of the hit Eisner Award Nominated series Monstress. If you don't know who Ms. Liu is get ready for this instant classic as Marjorie breaks down how it feels to leave the safe world of being an attorney to follow your passion, what it means to write for yourself vs for the money, and why self care is most important in this crazy world.Plus all the regular segments you know and love in this brand new hot off the internets episode of FanBrosShow. Subscribe now on Itunes and Soundcloud and follow us on all social media @FanBrosShow
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Blackness Everdeen & The Hotep Rabbit Hole
16/02/2017 Duration: 01h19minBlackness Everdeen? Well the meaning of the title will become apparent once you press play on this episode as Tatiana & Benhameen return with another one. This time out the spaceship gets a little hot & heated as Benhameen recalls his second most salacious celebrity encounter ever, plus the crew makes time to honor the coming Black Panther movie and we speak on what makes a character Black or any race for that matter.Much more to come in this episode so go ahead and kick back with the crew that you know and love, and make sure you hit that subscribe button up top.
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Scream Squad - Monstrous Moms
14/02/2017 Duration: 35minWhen Monstrous Moms Attack! On this episode of The Scream Squad, Jamie and Chico kick off Women in Horror Month by looking at single mothers in horror. Why are single moms painted as villains while single dads get to be heroes? Do single moms "losing it" mentally, reinforce stereotypes about women being overly emotional? How does the idea of childbearing and the subsequent nurturing of a child (or lack thereof) used as a trope throughout horror? We look at THE BABADOOK, THE EXORCIST, FRIDAY THE 13th and more to understand why moms have it harder than anyone else in the genre. Tune in and don't miss more Women in Horror coverage on our Patreon! --> https://www.patreon.com/TheScreamSquad
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SlamBros: WrestleMania, Not For The Fans
10/02/2017 Duration: 53minLadies and gentlemen, we are officially on the road to WrestleMania. In the weeks leading up to the Rumble we had no idea what Vince was planning for Orlando, but these latest rumors make it appear WrestleMania is not for the Fans. The Slambros, Boman12l and Illa YC, return for the 22th/18th episode to try to make sense of these rumors. Not even a day after the Royal Rumble, rumors of a supposed WrestleMania card set the internet a flutter. Excitement for the big show once again turned to apathy, After a year of signing some of best talent the wrestling world had to offer, rumors report many of top signings in mid card matches or having no current plans at all? Roman Reign is once again getting top billing, with Vince convinced a “Dream Match” with a Legendary Superstar is all Roman needs to get people behind him. What’s in store for the best friends Kevin Owens and Chris Jericho? Will we finally see a break up or will their friendship last all of eternity? Is WWE crazy enough to go with John Cena vs. Randy O
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We Need Samurai Jesus Featuring Ta-Nehisi Coates
09/02/2017 Duration: 02h04minOnce again it's on as the legend Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to the spaceship for this snowed in episode of FanBrosShow. We know last week was a banger so we had to hit you over the head with another one as Ta-Nehisi breaks down what's it like to go from chilling with Obama to writing the mega hit Black Panther series. Much more of course we could call this one a conversation with Ta-Nehisi but we need Samurai Jesus after catching the Samurai Jack trailer, Tatiana with the Tech, Benhameen on Comics I Copped and a Geekquently Asked Questions segment that asks will Marvel ever catch DC? In animation people don't get it twisted.
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My Punisher Is Black Featuring Lexi Alexander
02/02/2017 Duration: 01h39minMy Punisher is Black or he damn well should be, and our special guest Lexi Alexander is here to let you know the real. If you're unfamiliar with Lexi then head over to Twitter and hit that follow on @LexiAlex. You're welcome and now back to the business at hand. Lexi joins us to discuss the state of Hollywood, the world, women in film, how it feels to be thrust headfirst into the geek culture, and so much more on one of our most powerful episodes yet. Please believe it, this is one for the ages.
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Outlaw Barz - The Anime Struggle Is Real
01/02/2017 Duration: 40minHonesty hour Outlawz! Take a look at your anime queue. How many series did you start that you know you will never finish? Don't worry. This is a safe space; we won't judge you. There are a myriad of reasons that a series gets abandoned. Sometimes, the main characters are too abrasive or the plot takes too long to progress. Sometimes, a show simply does not live up to the hype. In this episode of Outlaw Barz, The Anime Struggle is Real, we take a look at those series that should have hooked us, but missed the mark.List of Anime Mentioned in this Episode:One PieceJojo’s Bizarre AdventureMob Psycho 100SuzukaBobobo-bo Bo-boboKill La KillKnights of SidoniaNarutoInuyashaSword Art Online S2Hunter x HunterFairy TailFreezingPsycho Pass S291 DaysMusic Intro: RaisiM1222Music Outro: Monster Vibes
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SlamBros: Royal Rumble 2017
27/01/2017 Duration: 41minWe give credit when it's due--somehow the WWE has managed to make Royal Rumble 2017 one of the most unpredictable Rumbles in years. Goldberg, Brock Lensar and The Undertaker, besides those big names headlining the entrants, the WWE has an insanely deep roaster of talent right now joining the Rumble like Sami Zayn, Cesaro, Randy Orton and The Miz! Boman12l and Illa YC hold down the 16th episode of the Slambros show for all your Royal Rumble needs!
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Punch A Nazi Save The World
26/01/2017 Duration: 01h10minPunch A Nazi, Save The World? If only it could all be so simple right? The FanBros return to discuss what would Captain America do in this crazed time we are living in, plus what are the implications of The Last Jedi? Is it over for Luke & company? More from the crew of course as we answer the Geekquently Asked Questions, Tech News with Tatiana, and Comics I Copped with Benhameen.
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Scream Squad - Vampire Roulette
24/01/2017 Duration: 42minOn this week's episode of The Scream Squad, we close our January with a bite, diving into three films that explore characters who believe they are vampires. First up, Nicolas Cage's whacked out performance in Vampire's Kiss dives into mental illness, yuppie culture and male entitlement. Then, George Romero's personal favorite, Martin, explores isolation and the decline of American Industry with a strange boy who believe he is a vampire in a dying Pittsburgh. Finally, a cult classic, Let's Scare Jessica to Death, which takes a look at vampires and mental illness from a female perspective. Plus, if given the chance, would Jamie and Chico become immortal? Listen and find out!
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SlamBros: Even Michael Cole Can Be Good
20/01/2017 Duration: 58minGiven enough time, even Michael Cole can be good. 2017 is going to be a strange year, friends. The Slambros Boman12L and Illa YC return for the 16th episode! As always, the dirt sheets are packed with rumors and news from both in and out the ring. We say goodbye to Jimmy Superfly Snuka. After ten years, the WWE has found Kurt Angle and will be inducting him in their Hall of Fame WrestleMania weekend. While the WWE UK Tournament showed us Michael Cole can be good on commentary, Illa YC wants to know “what happens next?” The UK belts is by far one of the best designed belts in years, but will Tyler Bate be defending that title anytime soon?RAW, like Michael Cole, showed it too can be good if a little effort is made. When WWE is not too busy editing video clips to make it appear people care for the life and times of Roman F. Reigns, they can put on a fairly decent wrestling show. Lucha Underground is on break, but rumors say it could be heading soon to Netflix. Smackdown Live continues its strong run with cage m
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The Scream Squad: Girl You'll Be A Werewolf Soon
04/10/2016 Duration: 41minIt's that time of the month, ScreamBros. This week, Jamie and Chico tackle how women come-of-age in horror films (hint: lots of blood) and the connections between puberty and the on-set of special powers. Is female puberty really terrifying or are these films simply showcasing the power women possess because they can create new life? Plus, we dig into the strange beauty behind Valerie and Her Week of Wonders, a surreal Czech masterpiece with vampires, lusty priests and some not-so-subtle hints of incest. You don't want to miss this episode so plug it up, Carrie and have a listen!
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Agent Carter And The Token Marvel Negro (Special Delivery)
01/02/2016 Duration: 43minChico Leo welcomes Illa YC this week as they discuss the week in television for the following programs:Agent CarterArrowStar Wars: RebelsSupergirlLegends Of TomorrowThe Shannara ChroniclesThe ExpanseColonyThe FlashPerson of InterestThe X-FilesDon't Forget to subscribe to the Fanbros Show on itunes, soundcloud and stitcher. Rate, Review and leave a comment! We wanna know how YOU feel about us. Should we take it to the next level? Or just keep it casual? ;)