Black People Love Boy Meets World ft. Adell Coleman & Anna DeShawn
Black People Love Paramore
Sequoia Holmes
5 • 2.8K Ratings
🗓️ 23 November 2023
⏱️ 62 minutes
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Summary
We're in for a nostalgia trip as we welcome Adell Coleman and Anna Deshawn, creators of the "The Head Nod: Black Life at a PWI" podcast. Our spirited conversation kicks off with a lively exchange of unpopular food opinions, where Adell surprises us with her distaste for Chicago's iconic deep-dish pizza. As we reminisce about our shared love for the classic TV show Boy Meets World, we discuss everything from our favorite characters to the show's lack of diversity, highlighting how the character of Angela, the show's only Black character, was handled.
Venturing further down memory lane, we highlight the iconic '90s TV shows that aired on ABC's TGIF block, sparking an engaging conversation on their wholesome characters and plots. From Full House to Boy Meets World, we discuss how these shows have shaped our TV preferences. We also dissect the evolution of characters in Boy Meets World, with Adell and Anna revealing their least favorite characters, instigating a stimulating debate on character development in the series.
As we wrap up our conversation, we critique the portrayal of societal norms and diverse representation in Boy Meets World. From Cory and Topanga's early marriage to Angela's tokenism, we make a call for better representation and plot choices in the media. Join us for this stimulating discussion, which culminates in a lively chat about Adell and Anna's podcast.
Highlights
–Racism Allegations in Boy Meets World
–Mario Lopez's Mexican Identity
–Nostalgia for 90s TV Shows
–Topanga and Cory's Relationship
–Recurring Neighbor Theme in 90s TV
–Black Actors and Hair Care on Set
–Danielle Fishel's Maxim Magazine Shoot
–Chance the Rapper's "I Might Need Security"
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