Best Devall Podcasts (2025)

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That’s My Woman FT. Devale & Khadeen Ellis 2:07:21

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This week on Pour Minds, it’s a couple’s couch takeover with Devale and Khadeen Ellis—real-life partners, actors, authors, and co-hosts of the "Ellis Ever After" Podcast. We talk about what it really takes to build a relationship that lasts. Khadeen shares how she made the first move at a scholarship banquet (gown and all), and Devale breaks down w…

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Checking In w/ Devale and Khadeen Ellis 37:33

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In this episode, Michelle sits down with the first guests of the season - Devale and Khadeen Ellis! They discuss their journey to the success they have today and the importance of showing up for each other in their partnership. Check in to gain an understanding of what true partnership looks like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information…

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Protecting Pride: Deval Patrick on the Fight for LGBTQI+ Rights 47:20

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On today’s episode of Justice Matters co-host Diego Garcia Blum speaks with former Governor of Massachusetts Deval Patrick about his work as Governor fighting for LGBTQI+ rights, as well as the current state of those rights in the country. Patrick began his career as a staff attorney at the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, then went on to serve as Assista…

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I Don’t Wanna Leave 2:03:26

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This week on Pour Minds, we’re talking ambition, fake love, and why chasing success will have you smiling in rooms you lowkey can’t stand. Lex and Drea are back on the couch asking the real questions: how far are you willing to go to level up, and is it really fake… or just good business? We got into working with people you don’t like, out-hustling…

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"I Ended Up in Jail Behind Love" — Roscoe Dash Gets Raw About Growth, God & Raising Girls | xoMAN 1:12:03

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Roscoe Dash was once everywhere—radio hits, viral hooks, and club anthems. But what happens after the fame fades? On this episode of xoMAN, Roscoe Dash opens up to Kiara “Kiki Said So” Walker about the personal journey that followed his meteoric rise in music. From navigating fatherhood, ego death, and bad relationships to literally landing in jail…

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Checking In w/ Tara Jenkins 38:55

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In this episode, Michelle and Dr. Tara Jenkins have a heartfelt conversation about identity, divine interruptions, and the lifelong journey to believing that you are truly enough. Dr. Tara also offers practical tools for silencing doubt, embracing your God-given identity, and becoming the list you expect from others. Check In to this episode if you…

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Digital Rights Across Borders: EU vs. US on Consumer Data Protection 29:28

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On today’s episode of Justice Matters co-host Mathias Risse speaks with Lex Zard, Technology and Human Rights Fellow at the Carr-Ryan Center, about recent developments concerning the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in the Europe Union in regulating consumer data protection, how that compares to US regulatory models, and what this means for human rights i…

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Midwest Mayhem ft. Crash Dummies 1:46:32

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This week on Pour Minds, we got the homies from Crash Dummies on the couch—and it got real. From arguing about whether men and women can really be “just friends,” to who’s actually the prize in a relationship, this one got heated. Lex and Drea were not letting up, and Pat and Mike brought that wild Midwest energy. We talked dating rules, emotional …

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"Love Will Check You First" Featuring Adrian Marcel 1:30:26

12d ago1:30:26

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This week on the xoMAN Podcast, host Kiara “Kiki Said So” Walker sits down with singer, songwriter, husband and father Adrian Marcel, to talk about the personal evolution behind the music. Known for his smooth vocals and Bay Area flavor, Adrian gets candid about love, fatherhood, and the identity shifts that come with both. He opens up about meetin…

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Checking In w/ the Power of Presence 31:07

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In this solo episode, Michelle discusses the importance of showing up for your people, despite what you have going on. She also shares her travel chronicles for the week and makes an honest and raw confession. Check in to this episode if you're struggling to balance being present with yourself and others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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I'm Just Being Honest 1:11:20

16d ago1:11:20

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This week on Pour Minds, it’s a solo couch takeover with your girls Lex and Drea—and we’re just being honest. Lex kicks things off with a very bold claim: Fetty Wap is the greatest balladeer of our generation. Yes, she said that with her chest. From there, the chaos unfolds. We debate if Future’s “Honest” counts as a slow jam (Lex thinks it belongs…

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I Got My Own Trench Coat FT. Kiki Said So 1:53:02

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This week on Pour Minds, we’re joined by the legendary Kiki Said So—OG podcaster and content queen. We talk about the early days of Cocktails, how podcasting has changed (and gotten a little too polished), and what it really means to let a man be a man when you’ve always done it all yourself. Kiki opens up about unlearning hyper-independence, the f…

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Velle's World FT. Lavelle Dontae 1:57:11

17d ago1:57:11

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This week on Pour Minds, we’re joined by Lavelle Dontae—a rising comedic star and viral social media sensation. He’s funny, unfiltered, and got a story to tell. We talk about how he got his start in comedy, how his time in the military added to the mix, and of course… his role in the bedroom 👀 Subscribe to our Patreon: / pourminds SHOP POUR MINDS: …

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Make A Scene FT. The OMG Girlz 1:40:54

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This week on Pour Minds, we’re joined by Zonnique, Bahja, and Bre of the OMG Girlz. From teenage fame to grown woman moves, the group reflects on what it really took to grow up in the spotlight — and still show up for each other all these years later. We talk about navigating the industry as young Black girls, maintaining friendship through fame, a…

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How to lose your acting agent... 59:54

18d ago59:54

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Today it was Snejina and Jen talking about that awkward stage when you feel like you're getting nowhere with bookings. Feel familiar? What to look out for that your agent is doing everything they can. When to jump ship, how long to commit and do you actually love it enough to do something completely for free. Do you want to be famous or do you want…

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“A Slave to Another Man’s Belief”: Skyh Black on Breaking Free from Toxic Masculinity 1:34:25

19d ago1:34:25

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“You’re a slave to another man’s belief if you can’t cry.” Actor Skyh Black joins the xoMAN Podcast to explore how Hollywood, masculinity, and his own upbringing shaped — and almost broke — his identity. In this raw and inspiring conversation, he opens up about becoming a professional ballet dancer, navigating fame while staying true to his roots, …

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Educating Women in Afghanistan Today 27:27

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On today’s episode of Justice Matters co-host Maggie Gates speaks with Lucy Ferris about the all volunteer network of professors from around the world educating women in Afghanistan. Professor Ferris is the co-founder and president of the board of Afghan Female Student Outreach (AFSO), a volunteer non-profit organization committed to helping return…

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Checking In w/ Dr. RaQuel Hopkins 56:31

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In this episode, Michelle and Dr. RaQuel Hopkins (aka the Capacity Expert) dive into what it's like to manage her own capacity for things. They also discuss the incorrect usage of the term "narcissist". CHECK IN to this episode to avoid misdiagnosing yourself and others! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Manosphere Is Full of Broken Men with Laterras R. Whitfield of Dear Future Wifey Podcast 1:18:11

26d ago1:18:11

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In this episode of the xoMAN Podcast, Kiara Walker sits down with storyteller, father, and Dear Future Wifey host Laterras R. Whitfield for an unfiltered, soul-stirring conversation about manhood, healing, and the emotional scars too many men carry in silence. From a failed marriage and parenting as a single Black man to adopting children and break…

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Checking In w/ Your Why 33:51

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In this episode, Michelle talks about what she experienced last summer. What she thought was depression, turned out to be something completely different. She also addresses the backlash that GloRilla and Kirk Franklin received after winning the Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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"You Asked Her to Marry You, You Better Be Able to Pay for Everything" Featuring Devale Ellis 1:10:31

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In this premiere episode of the xoMAN Podcast, host Kiara Walker sits down with actor, content creator, husband, and father Devale Ellis (@iamdevale) for a raw, real, and revealing conversation about accountability, fatherhood, and what it really takes to be a partner. Devale shares the lessons that reshaped how he shows up in marriage, the unlearn…

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Bringing Orban’s Playbook to America? 31:58

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On today’s episode of Justice Matters co-host Mathias Risse speaks with John Shattuck about the Trump administration’s attacks on Harvard University and the parallels to Victor Orban’s attacks on the Central European University (CEU) in Hungary. Shattuck is an international legal scholar, diplomat, human rights leader and former university presiden…

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Introducing the xoMAN Podcast with Kiara "KikiSaidSo" Walker 0:53

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Introducing xoMAN Podcast, where host Kiara Walker peels back the layers of masculinity with candid conversations that challenge stereotypes and celebrate vulnerability. Through intimate interviews with Black men from all walks of life, xoMAN explores the unfiltered thoughts and stories of Black men as they navigate love, ambition, and self-discove…

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Checking In w/ The Tony Awards 33:29

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In this episode, Michelle recaps her experience at the 2025 Tony Awards. She digs into behind-the-scenes info on what it's like to be a presenter, what this experience is inspiring her to do and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts

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We're back? 46:04

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In Actor and Agent podcast, we talk about the industry from both sides as well as being in two different countries. We discuss stories, talk to guests and give tips from our experience. This week after years of not recording an episode... we are BACK.... AGAIN! We talk about how we've changed these last few years, being mums/moms (depending on wher…

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Checking In w/ What I Deserve 29:31

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And we're back! We know you've missed Michelle, but baby she was focused! In this highly anticipated Season 4 premiere, Michelle opens up about where she's been, her role in the Broadway musical - Death Becomes Her - and the Tony award nominations. We know y'all are upset.. but check in to see how Michelle feels! See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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Global Pride: Foreign Policy and LGBTQI+ Rights 39:47

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On today’s episode of Justice Matters, co-host Diego Garcia Blum speaks with Wendy Sherman about her experience speaking to global leaders about LGBTQI+ rights while serving as Under Secretary of State from 2021-2023. In addition to her work at the State Department, she is a Professor of the Practice of Public Leadership and Director of the Center …

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U Dont Know Me 1:53:46

2M ago1:53:46

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Heyy y’all!!! 🎉✨ We’re back with a very unhinged and dysfunctional solo episode that’s giving chaos, truth, and a whole lotta laughs! In this episode, we dive into whether being passive-aggressive is always a bad thing in relationships, debate why Twitter might be one of the most toxic apps out, and explore why some people just can’t handle folks w…

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Good Nutts FT. Marco Summers 2:15:01

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Heyy y’all!!! 🎉✨ We got a very unhinged, unpredictable, and unapologetically nutty guest episode for y’all today — Funny Marco is back on the couch with ya gurls, and you already know it’s about to be chaotic in the best way! 😂🔥In this episode, we break down what really makes for good “nutt”, debate whether you can laugh your way into a woman’s hea…

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Columbus, the Caribbean, and the Origins of the Climate Crisis 37:18

2M ago37:18

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Today on Justice Matters co-host Maggie Gates speaks with Dr. Tao Leigh Goffe, associate professor of literary theory and cultural history with a focus on climate, race, and digital technologies. She teaches in the Department of Africana, Puerto Rican and Latino Studies at Hunter College in New York after over a decade of research and teaching on B…

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This Is My Moment 1:49:10

2M ago1:49:10

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Heyy y’all!!! 🎉✨ We’re back with an unhinged solo episode packed with hot takes, wild convos, and real talk! In this episode, we ask the controversial question: Is Eminem overrated? 🎤 Then we dive into a debate on whether making kids pay bills actually teaches valuable life lessons, explore how sexual health can deeply impact your mental health 🧠💞 …

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Blame It On Brenda FT. Queen Naija 1:58:06

3M ago1:58:06

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Heyy y’all!!! 🎉✨ We’ve got a very special guest in the building today — the gorgeous and melodious Queen Naija! 🎤👑 In this heartfelt and honest episode, we dive into healing in public vs. private, how to navigate depression and prioritize mental health, and debate whether women can be soft and still taken seriously in the entertainment industry. We…