Topic: The Real

3 chapters across the catalog

73: Justice 4 Juicy
1:57:14 - 1:59:43

73: Justice 4 Juicy

Amanda Seale, Noble Hoax Argument

Comedian Amanda Seale argues on "The Real" that even if the Smollett case was a hoax, it was "low-key noble" for bringing attention to racial issues. She invokes the name of Emmett Till to justify the use of taxpayer resources, a move the hosts criticize as a dangerous manipulation of historical trauma.

34: Big Momma Drama
1:11:46 - 1:14:26

34: Big Momma Drama

The Real, Health and Weight Debate

The hosts of the daytime talk show "The Real" criticized Jillian Michaels, arguing that health is not strictly determined by weight. They cited examples of marathon runners dying of heart attacks while some overweight individuals live long lives. The segment notes that television personalities like Loni Love and Star Jones have faced public scrutiny regarding their weight, which often serves as a key part of their relatable media personas.

21: You're the Father
2:41 - 5:35

21: You're the Father

Loni Love, The Real, and Black Relationship Dynamics

A discussion of comments made by Loni Love on the talk show *The Real* regarding the ability of black men to maintain loyal relationships. Love suggested that the legacy of slavery and broken family structures prevents black men from understanding how to have faithful families. The hosts analyze Love's recent interracial dating life and the lack of network pushback or apologies for her generalizations about black men.