Lowkey Lost: Insecure Season Finale Review

Lowkey Lost: Insecure Season Finale Review

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It has been quite a roller coaster ride with Issa (Issa Rea) and friends, the season finale was no different. It left a lot to be desire as we are just left wanting more with a series of unanswered questions.

This episode starts with two bridges that I hope would be crossed by episodes end. The First bridge Lawrence (Jay Ellas) got the job in San Francisco so what does this mean for the rekindled flame between Issa and himself, will they try long-distance, break it off, or will Issa move to the Bay? The second bridge was with the unraveling of Molly (Yvonne Orji) and Andrew (Alexander Hodge), it been made apparently clear to all viewers that there was some friction in this relationship following the trip. Andrew on multiple times can be seen to hold his tongue whenever he tries to keep the peace but his patients have worn thin. It’s time for them to hash out what really going on.

Just before it hits the fan Molly answer a call from Kelli (Natasha Rothwell) and the episode go into its own rendition of “Looking for LaToya,” as the crew searches for Tiffany (Amanda Seales) this divergence from what was happening moments prior seemed to come out of nowhere but during a bus ride Issa and Molly were consoling Tiffany’s husband Derek (Wade Allain-Marcus) and for a second it was like the two were talking to one another.

Once Tiffany is found we come back to those two bridges, first Molloy and Andrew who look like they’re breaking up and then Issa and Lawrence (deep breath). So when Lawrence spoke with Condola (Christina Elmore) a few episodes ago it turns out she is pregnant, this was the bomb that no one saw coming unless you’ve seen it happen on a previous series Jay Elles acted on entitled “The Game,” to me, it’s a bit of a trope series use as a cliffhanger to get viewers to come back. This however puts the ball in Issa court will she continue to pursue a relationship with Lawrence or cut ties, I mean she does have Nathan (Kendrick Sampson) on the sidelines.

The final scene of the episode has Issa and Molly meeting in the same Ethiopian restaurant, Molly tried to “accidentally” bump into Issa. So will the finally become friends again or is this the conversation that puts an official end to their friendship?

I can say I’ve enjoyed this emotional season 4 of Insecure has put me on and next summer I’ll be right back on HBO at 7 pm PST to see what season 5 of “Insecure,” has in store. You can find the music from this latest episode with the help of the guys over at Tunefind. If you want to hear all the music played in season 4 the Spotify playlist is posted below:

Jun 15, 2020 No Comments
MTV Stands in Solidarity With The Black Live Matter Movement

MTV Stands in Solidarity With The Black Live Matter Movement

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MTV is just one of several companies that have chosen to stand on the right side of history. They have shown support in the fight against systemic racism and oppression of Black Americans. This week, MTV has cut tides with two of its reality show stars, Dee Nguyen ( MTV’s The Challenge) and Taylor Selfridge (Teen Mom OG).

Dee, recently made a joke on Twitter about the BLM Movements saying; “Idk why some of u think I’m anti BLM. I’ve been saying that since the day I lost my virginity.”

This tweet came in response after receiving criticism for continuing to post pictures of herself after posting a black square for #BlackoutTuesday and saying “people die every f––ing day.”

Two of her Black cast mates confronted her for these disturbing comments. She was also confronted for trying to create controversy/storyline to be invited to partake in the next season of the challenge. Her ploy has completely back fired.

In Taylor’s case, the reality star faced backlash over her history of racially insensitive tweets in 2012. These tweets have been addressed by Taylor in previous seasons of Teen Mom OG.

“At the time, because I was younger, I wasn’t thinking it was anything negative. I thought ‘Oh, this is funny’ or something like that, but it’s not,” she added “That’s my biggest mistake… I just had to grow up, honestly.”

Such an error in judgment has been forgiven or overlooked in the past, but in today’s climate this behavior can no longer be tolerated. MTV has a history of reality stars making racially charged comments, i.e. Camila Nakagawa calling Leroy a racist slur or when Emily Schromm decided to mock her African American ex-boyfriend Ty by dressing up in his clothes and covering her face in Nutella… aka blackface.

So, MTV is moving quickly to distance themselves from Dee and Taylor is an obvious decision to make from a PR standpoint, but will this continue to be the norm for anyone making incentive comments wether racial or homophobic? I hope MTV and all companies who’ve stated that “we strongly condemn systemic racism” keep that same energy in the future.

Jun 11, 2020 No Comments
Hoops Are Back: How the NBA’s Plan Works Logistically

Hoops Are Back: How the NBA’s Plan Works Logistically

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The plan to return basketball to its fans and crown a champion is in full swing. So will this be a success or a total flop, while I believe this plan works logistically and here’s how.

First what’s the plan? It includes 13 Western Conference teams and nine Eastern Conference teams, eight regular-season games, a possible play-in tournament for the eighth seed, and playoffs. This will all take place at ESPN Wide World Of Sports complex on the Disney campus near Orlando, Florida.

So why will this work, well just think about it like this, millions of eyes will be tuning in to watch a sport that they’ve been deprived of for several months due to this pandemic. So with viewership comes advertising dollars this in no way will makeup for the loss of tickets sales but there is a profit to be made.

Also the format of have 22-teams in the same venue is similar to the tournaments we loss in the madness March. So the NBA could have games back-to-back staring as early as 10 am-10pm, the lower seed teams could play the early and late games and the higher seeded team could play during prime time (5pm-9pm).

It seems as if all games would be televised by ESPN, but if they could work something out with other networks like TNT and NBA TV fans could be gifted some of the industries best in-game commentators, studio analyst, sideline reporters, pre/post game host. I could see it now Shaq, Kenny, Chuck, Jalen Rose, and Paul Pierce alternating shifts as studio analyst while Ernie Johnson tries to control the madness.

It is up in the air on how this plan will be excited but the fact that the NBA will conclude with a champion by Oct. 31 is a good enough reason to tune-in.

Jun 4, 2020 No Comments
Nike x Travis Scott Air Max 270 “Cactus Trails” Vintage Appeal

Nike x Travis Scott Air Max 270 “Cactus Trails” Vintage Appeal

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The relationship between Travis Scott and Nike has been a very lucrative one with a collection of Jordan’s, AF1’s, and Dunk’s the next Cactus Jack feature comes to us in the Air Max 270 React silhouette.

The Nike x Travis Scott Air Max 270 “Cactus Trails,” design has the attitude of the ‘90s in a trail tans and ACG color pops gives the shoe a well-worn look conveying vintage appeal. Connecting it to Scott’s own affinity for vintage apparel.

This offering of this 270 React includes an oxidation of the upper, midsole and Air unit, achieved through a tint Sulphur dye, a polar fleece collar, further relays an outdoor connection, celebrating the beauty of a well-loved object’s patina.

Additional details include a custom tongue-tab, lace-lock and an extra Swoosh on the toe. The preschool and toddler versions introduce a unique take on the design, complete with reverse Swoosh, just for kids, a first in Nike x Travis Scott collaborations.

With a back-from-the-future sensibility, this Air Max 270 allows for imaginative time travel. An apparel collection including a hoodie, sweatpants and T-shirt extend Scott’s interest in uniting sportswear comfort with utilitarian multi-pocket function.

Look for the Nike x Travis Scott Air Max 270 “Cactus Trails,”to release May 29 in a full size run at select retailers and Nike.com. The retail price tag is set at $170 USD.

May 22, 2020 No Comments
After The Party It’s The… Aftermath, Insecure Episode 6 Review

After The Party It’s The… Aftermath, Insecure Episode 6 Review

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Following the explosive argument between Issa (Issa Rae) and Molly (Yvonne Orji) during the block party, episode 6: Lowkey Done is the aftermath of what happens next in Molly and Issa’s relationship. Focused primarily on Issa dealing with the separation, the previews of next week’s episode seem to be about Molly.

This episode begins with an overhead shot of Issa in the bed replaying every word of the argument in her head. The appearances of Issa no longer being able to sleep she checks her phone first Facebook with tons of message speaking about the success of the block party put a smile on her face, then as she checks her voice messages from family and close friends telling her to not about the argument with Molly.

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This scene shows me who in their group of friends has Issa back and which ones agree with Molly. The ones to call Issa where her brother, Kelli (Natasha Rothwell), and she eventually got a call from Nathan (Kendrick Sampson). If my theory right next episode will show who called to check-in on Molly.

Those words still weighing heavily on Issa, its time to rap about the situation in the bathroom mirror. The reflection puts things into perspective noting she is the one to reach out, Molly plays a part in this to it’s finally time for Molly to be the one to own up and admit she wrong. But will she reach out but will she?

So what better way to put that situation in the rearview then to partaking in self-care Sunday, a little cleaning of her living space and mind. The cleaning of her apartment was metaphorical to me, it was like Issa was getting rid of things she no longer needs in her life.

Throughout this episode, we see Issa is trying to practice being a better person first attempting to buy the groceries of a pregnant woman at the supermarket, then offering a ride to an elderly man who missed his bus and finally trying to befriend some women she meets during her sip n’ paint activity.  Each situation highlighted how people can either take advantage of your kindness or just be flat out mean.

When attempting to pay for the pregnant woman groceries it made painfully obvious that she doesn’t have the money to pay for them. The store clerk made a rude comment following the second declined payment and the pregnant woman makes a sly remake about how Issa put things in perspective for her.

The elderly man named George (, who missed his bus complicated entire time as Issa drove him to his destination. It was about the AC was too cold to the heat was too hot, he even mad Issa pull over so he could use the bathroom. I mean……what if he was on the bus? What would he have done?

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Following the activity of sip n’ paint Issa is invited to lunch with the three ladies, Kinsey (Emana Rachelle), Rahel (Mykal Monroe), and Dina (Kyla Pratt) she sat with but after a trip to the bathroom we find out that they left Issa with the bill as part of Dina’s Bachelorette scavenger hunt. Issa did find the women and envisioned slam the painting on the top of Kinsey’s head.

After the day she had Issa visited her mother (Wendy Raquel Robinson) sensing something was wrong, she offers Issa a hug allowing Issa to just let everything go. The stress of the day and everything that’s going on between her and Molly. After a good cry, Issa sits down to have a talk with her mother “I just don’t know what I’m supposed to do next,” Issa stated ” Sounds to me like you’re entering into a new season of your life,” Her mother replied. Those words resonated with me because there have been plenty of times in life I feel lost with what’s next and made this is the shows way to establish more growth in Issa’s life by separating her from Molly because they’re on two different paths. Issa looking for her purpose in life and Molly who has an established career is looking for love. So up to this point, the journey of these two has been conflicting with one another.

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Those are just my thoughts and it is to be determined if my theory about next week’s episode is right so while we wait you can find the music from this latest episode with the help of the guys over at Tunefind. If you want to hear all the music played so far in season 4 the Spotify playlist is posted below:

May 18, 2020 No Comments