Synopsis
Happy Hour is a weekly podcast hosted by Sofia Stanley, Emile Ennis Jr. and Kennelia Stradwick, that serves listeners a taste of exactly what happens when a lawyer, a host and a comedian, walk into a cyber bar. Listen as they discuss, argue, dissect, analyze anything and everything including sex, religion and politricks. They rarely agree on anything, except that, sometimes the only thing that gets you through the week is, a shot of conversation. At Happy Hour you BYOB, but the tea is on us.
Episodes
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Ep126 - Black Excellence
16/11/2017 Duration: 34minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian mix a cocktail that proves that black excellence is best served straight up. This episode they discuss GQ Magazine’s 2017 Citizen of the Year Colin Kaepernick; Tiffany Haddish , the first black female stand-up comedian to host SNL; Ray J’s $30M Raycon electronics deal; Kendrick Lamar, Conscious Capitalist, Forbes 30 under 30 cover, Shemar Moore claps back at haters, Tyrese’s continues Instagram rants, and whether Blake Shelton People’s sexiest man alive distinction is a 45-ism. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep125 - Wind of Change
09/11/2017 Duration: 34minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian mix a cocktail that feels like change. This episode they discuss the 2017 Election results; Meek Mills probation violation sentence; and Cheaters. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep124 - See It
02/11/2017 Duration: 36minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian mix a cocktail that may make you see a little better. This episode they discuss the Me Too Effect and new sexual assault allegations about Hollywood A-listers; the first set of Russia indictments; Cardi B’s engagement ring and Wendy Williams on-air fainting spell. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep123 - Truth Salute
26/10/2017 Duration: 36minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian mix a cocktail that may make you stand up and salute the truth. This episode they discuss why brave voices such as Lupita Nyong’o are imperative in stopping Hollywood harassment; why 45’s lies about how he handled Sgt. La David Johnson’s condolence call is both racist and unpatriotic and why we’re saddened to hear that Tamar Braxton and Vince Herbert are divorcing. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep122 - Frozen Freedom
12/10/2017 Duration: 33minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian mix a cocktail that tastes like freedom. This episode they discuss how the Harvey Weinstein scandal will effect Hollywood; why the Cowboy’s statements about protesting are un-American; and whether they care about the Dove commercial controversy. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep121 - The Sky Is Falling
05/10/2017 Duration: 36minA host, a lawyer and a comedian walk into a cyber bar to discuss the tough issues of the week. This episode they discuss the mass shooting in Las Vegas and the current and the current situation in Puerto Rico. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep120 - Take A Knee
28/09/2017 Duration: 35minA host and a comedian walk into a cyber bar and "Take a Knee". This episode they discuss how the NFL responded to 45's comments about "Taking A Knee"; why we should be more concerned about the effects of Hurricane Maria on Puerto Rico; and are two Kardashians and a Jenner all pregnant . If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep119 - Black Elixir
21/09/2017 Duration: 34minA host, a lawyer and a comedian walk into a cyber bar to discuss all the latest that went down since last week. This episode they discuss Kevin Hart’s extortion scandal and all the drama surrounding that; Black excellence at the Emmy Awards; and Jay-Z declining to perform at the Super Bowl. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. KEVIN HART http://people.com/movies/woman-at-center-of-kevin-hart-scandal-press-conference/ https://www.instagram.com/p/BZHqi5_n_Vu/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/wp/2017/09/19/kevin-harts-alleged-cheating-and-extortion-scandal-explained/?utm_term=.382b646a99ee EMMY AWARDS http://people.com/chica/minorities-women-award-winners-emmy-2017/ https://www.nytimes.com/2017/09/19/arts/television/lena-waithe-emmys-master-of-none.html?mcubz=0 JAY-Z SUPERBOWL https://www.vibe.com/2017/09/jay-z-declines-super-bowl-halftime-2018-report/ https://www.si.com/nfl/2017/09/20/jay-z-super-bowl-halftime-show-turne
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Ep118 - Aftermath
14/09/2017 Duration: 33minA host, a lawyer and a comedian walk into a cyber bar to address the "Aftermath". This episode they discuss the ramifications of 45 and ESPN censuring Jemele Hill for saying that 45 is a bigot and a white supremacist; how we feel about new #WokeBae couple Common and Angela Rye; and why Insecure's Season 2 finale "Hella Perspective" was Hella Dope. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep117 - "Storm Front"
07/09/2017 Duration: 33minA host, a lawyer and a comedian walk into a cyber bar to address a "Storm Front". This episode they discuss "DACA" and the current administration's policy recommendations; this year’s hurricane season, specifically Irma & Harvey; and celebrity news, including Beyonce's birthday, Sanaa Lathan's "Big Chop" and Serena Williams, aka "The G.O.A.T." If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep116 - Openly Insecure
24/08/2017 Duration: 34minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a bar and decide to discuss one of their favorite shows. This episode they discuss HBO's Insecure, open relationships, cheating, and more. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep115 - Charlottesville
17/08/2017 Duration: 33minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a cyber bar for Charlottesville. This episode they discuss the Charlottesville protests; The aftermath/the state of the country; Donald Trump's statements; and how they are feeling overall. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/13/us/charlottesville-virginia-overview.html?mcubz=0 http://www.latimes.com/nation/la-na-charlottesville-witnesses-20170815-story.html http://thegrapevine.theroot.com/barack-obamas-charlottesville-tweet-breaks-twitter-reco-1797891584 https://www.theatlantic.com/national/archive/2017/08/why-charlottesville/536700/
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Ep114 - Nuke Cosmo
10/08/2017 Duration: 34minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a bar and break down the latest hot topics. This episode they discuss Donald Trump’s Threat to North Korea; Insecure; and the latest in the Usher scandal. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Topic Links Donald Trump/North Korea http://www.cnn.com/2017/08/08/politics/north-korea-missile-ready-nuclear-weapons/index.html http://www.cnn.com/2017/08/09/politics/north-korea-donald-trump/index.html http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/asia/north-korea-us-donald-trump-fire-fury-war-nuclear-world-three-3-kim-jong-un-a7884646.html Insecure http://www.theroot.com/issa-didn-t-cheat-on-lawrence-in-real-life-and-angela-1797576241 http://variety.com/2017/tv/news/insecure-ballers-renewed-hbo-1202519373/ Usher Scandal https://www.vibe.com/2017/08/usher-doesnt-have-herpes-plans-to-sue-accusers/ http://www.tmz.com/2017/08/09/usher-denies-sex-herpes-accuser/ http://www.tmz.com/2017/08/08/usher-accuser-quantasia-s
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Ep113 - "Bellini Backlash"
03/08/2017 Duration: 33minA host and a comedian walk into a cyber bar for a bubbly “Bellini Backlash”. This episode they discuss the backlash against Lil Duval & “The Breakfast Club” for Anti-Trans remarks; a new P&G ad that has one side calling for a boycott; a new series coming to Amazon’s streaming service from Will Packer & Aaron McGruder; and the Justice Department looking into discrimination cases against the majority. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep112 - Idiotic Idiosyncrasies
27/07/2017 Duration: 34minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a bar and break down the latest hot topics. This episode they discuss Donald Trump's Transgender Military Ban; Insecure; Usher's Scandal; and Lucky Whitehead being falsely accused and dropped from the Cowboys. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/26/us/politics/trump-transgender-military.html http://www.vulture.com/2017/07/insecure-hbo-season-2-glow-up.html https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2017/07/insecure-season-2-premiere/534648/ http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2017/07/usher-carpool-karaoke-james-corden-late-late-show http://thesource.com/2017/07/26/game-defends-usher-following-std-exposure-lawsuits/ http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/20164189/new-york-jets-claim-lucky-whitehead-waivers http://deadspin.com/the-cowboys-mightve-really-screwed-up-this-lucky-whiteh-1797258328
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Ep111 - Contradictory Concoction
20/07/2017 Duration: 32minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a bar and break down some of the hottest topics from the week. This episode they discuss the explosive BuzzFeed exposé on R. Kelly; A situation in Minnesota where a white woman was killed by a police officer; and Michael Vick’s response to Colin Kaepernick still being a free agent. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Topic Links R Kelly Accusations https://www.buzzfeed.com/jimderogatis/parents-told-police-r-kelly-is-keeping-women-in-a-cult?utm_term=.psLn1nJ9d#.ho5oaoR2O http://www.slate.com/articles/arts/culturebox/2017/07/jim_derogatis_on_his_r_kelly_story_for_buzzfeed.html https://www.buzzfeed.com/talalansari/joycelyn-savage-video?utm_term=.ay4K3K1R7#.csD0L0gPp http://jezebel.com/a-woman-in-r-kellys-inner-circle-describes-sexual-coer-1797003010 Police Shoots White Woman in Minnesota https://www.theatlantic.com/news/archive/2017/07/minneapolis-police-shoot-australian/533904/ http://www.cn
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Ep110 - Molotov Cocktail
13/07/2017 Duration: 33minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a bar and decide to expose some truth. This episode they discuss Donald Trump Jr.'s emails with Russian government officials; The latest in the Rob & Chyna drama; The NRA's controversial ad campaign; and Floyd Mayweather's tax issues. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off. Topic Links Rob & Chyna Drama http://elitedaily.com/entertainment/celebrity/blac-chyna-lisa-bloom-slut-shaming-rob-kardashian-custody/2014565/ http://people.com/celebrity/rob-kardashian-apologizes-blac-chyna-meltdown-admits-relationship-was-terrible-idea/ http://m.eonline.com/news/866431/blac-chyna-describes-her-ideal-partner-after-rob-kardashian-drama-i-want-a-confident-and-healthy-man-who-treats-me-right http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/rob-kardashian-is-embarrassed-about-his-blac-chyna-rant-w491736 NRA Ad http://www.theroot.com/oh-look-nra-spokeswoman-finally-had-something-to-say-1796820005 https://
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Ep109 - 'Exposed Elixir'
06/07/2017 Duration: 30minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a bar and decide to expose some truth. This episode they discuss whether Rob Kardashian exposed Blac Chyna on social media; Jay Z's 4:44 album; and Tupac's break-up letter to Madonna. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep108 - 'Accolade Ale'
29/06/2017 Duration: 30minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a bar and decide to pour out some accolades. This episode they discuss Ezekiel Elliot on the cover of thr ESPN body issue; Serena Williams Pregnant Vanity Fair cover; and the 2017 BET Awards. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.
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Ep107 - 'Plastic Punch'
22/06/2017 Duration: 35minA lawyer, a host, and a comedian walk into a bar and decide to mix a hard punch. This episode they discuss the Philando Castile verdict; the Bill Cosby mistrail, the Tupac Shukar biopic All Eyes On Me; and the new range of diverse Ken dolls. If you consider yourself a conversational mixologist, then hit play, until the bartender cuts you off.