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Okay, Now Listen

Okay, Now Listen

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Okay, Now Listen is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Scottie Beam and Sylvia Obell. They share what’s on their minds, what they're binging and what’s blowing up their timelines. Brought to you by Netflix and Strong Black Lead. New episodes on Tuesdays.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Okay, Now Listen episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Okay, Now Listen for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Okay, Now Listen episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

On this episode, we've got a mama takeover! Our moms join us to check in about motherhood and the expectations they had for us growing up.

Then, we challenge our mamas to some trivia questions to see just how well they know their daughters. Plus, it's time to find out if Scottie's lack of knowledge of white people really does come from her mama, so we put Ms. Scott to the test!

Lastly, we wrap up the show by giving some words of appreciation and gratitude to our favorite ladies.

You can follow Sylvia's mom, Elizabeth Okwirry, @lifewithlizanne on Instagram and learn more about her life coaching at lifewithlizanne.com.

You can follow Scottie's mom, Shaila Scott, @shailakiss on Instagram and check out her organization Sisterly Kiss at sisterlykiss.com.

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Okay, Now Listen - Okay, Now We're Saying Goodbye
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07/07/22 • 3 min

Scottie and Sylvia share a goodbye message to the Okay Now Listen audience.
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Okay, Now Listen - Okay, Let's Netflix and Chill
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09/03/20 • 46 min

On this episode, we start off by checking in about Sylvia’s apartment-hunting adventures and Scottie’s itch to redecorate.

Then, we chat about a few Netflix shows that we can't stop watching including two of our favorites, Moesha and The Game. Josh Gwynn and Tracy Clayton, hosts of the brand new pop culture podcast, Back Issue, join the conversation to share their thoughts on revisiting those shows all these years later.

Finally, we know you still can't get enough of all things Brandy and Monica, so we wrap up the episode with deep cut recommendations by the two artists.

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Okay, Now Listen - Okay, Are You Protecting Black Women Or...
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10/01/20 • 44 min

On this episode, we check in with ourselves and fellow Black women about the weight of the world in light of the verdict of Breonna Taylor. Then, we define what coping looks like for us right now and some ways Black women can come together to collectively cope. We also chat about the healthy ways we can use social media to heal. Finally, we share some of our coping practices that we hope can help ease your heart, mind and spirit.
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Okay, Now Listen - Okay, Now We Live! (with Jazmine Sullivan)
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10/28/21 • 51 min

This week, we check in to see if Sylvia has gotten the online push she needed to tune in to 'Crooklyn.' Plus, Scottie shares her latest Netflix binge, Maid, while Sylvia talks Insecure Fest and the final season of the series. Then, we head to Soho House West Hollywood to chat with the one and only, Jazmine Sullivan. We talk about the makings of her latest project, Heaux Tales, as well as her thoughts on crafting the perfect breakup song.
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Okay, Now Listen - Okay, Cheers To Auntiechella and Mara Brock Akil
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09/17/20 • 79 min

On this episode, we start by giving praise to the glory that was Gladys Knight and Patti LaBelle's Verzuz battle. Then, we chat about Girlfriends and Being Mary Jane; two shows that made us feel represented on screen and gave us friendships to aspire to. Finally, we give flowers to the creator behind those two shows, Mara Brock Akil, and talk about her everlasting impact in television and what her future plans at Netflix include.
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Okay, Now Listen - Okay, Our Past Selves Have Something To Say
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03/18/21 • 61 min

On this episode, we check-in about Beyonce's record-setting night at the Grammys and Scottie's wig adventure. Then, we take a trip down memory lane and read some entries from our childhood diaries. We chat about how fearless our younger selves were and the potential rap careers we could've had. Finally, we end the show with some Netflix television recommendations that'll have you not trusting white women ever again.
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Okay, Now Listen - Okay, Our Mics Are On

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04/30/20 • 38 min

DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded before the gift that is Beyoncé on the Savage remix. Please still listen, y'all. Allow us to introduce ourselves! We're kicking off Okay, Now Listen, with an introduction on who we are and a little background on our friendship (this ain't no girl group manufactured in a lab). Then, we do a brief catch up session and share what's been helping us cope in the midst of quarantine craziness. Follow us on Twitter: @SylviaObell @ScottieBeam @StrongBlackLead
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Okay, Now Listen - Okay, Don't Hate The Player, Hate The Game
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10/15/20 • 48 min

On this episode, we start with Scottie discussing her arrival into the 30s club and what she has to look forward to. Then, we chat about the upcoming cuffing season and the play by play points on how to build your quarantine-friendly roster. Finally, we share some home decor and wellness recommendations that'll have your space and face looking right.
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Okay, Now Listen - Okay, Time For A Hot Take On Thanksgiving
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11/25/21 • 64 min

This week, we start off by giving praise to Aunjanue Ellis for her role in the new film, 'King Richard,' and we ask how the hell Adele gets her hands on our diaries every album. Then, we share our hot take about our true feelings for Thanksgiving. Remember this is a safe space, y'all. Finally, we give advice to a few listeners on their holiday season dilemmas.
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FAQ

How many episodes does Okay, Now Listen have?

Okay, Now Listen currently has 51 episodes available.

What topics does Okay, Now Listen cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Okay, Now Listen?

The episode title 'Okay, Meet Our Mamas (with Elizabeth Okwirry and Shaila Scott)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Okay, Now Listen?

The average episode length on Okay, Now Listen is 54 minutes.

How often are episodes of Okay, Now Listen released?

Episodes of Okay, Now Listen are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of Okay, Now Listen?

The first episode of Okay, Now Listen was released on Apr 27, 2020.

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