This Is The G Podcast

The G Podcast is an Atlanta-Based Podcast with a WORLD perspective. Each week, Tommy B (host), Vi (The Inspirational "Country Commentator"), Tonya B (delivering PIPING HOT tea and celebrity news) and Talib Shabazz ("The Conscience One") cover news, politics, pop culture, and anything else from an "OG" perspective. We're four friends of a certain age delivering our perspectives. If you're a G...follow me every week at "This Is The G Podcast!" You'll be glad you stopped by!

This Is The G Podcast is a society podcast hosted by Tommy B, with 401 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Tommy B hosts This Is The G Podcast, a society show with 401 episodes published.

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  Episode #329

  FALCONS DOMINATE GREEN BAY

  Sep 26, 202655 min

  This Is the G Podcast 329: Falcons dominate Green Bay, our season pick'ems, and early NFL storylines The crew opens with the Falcons' surprise 35 to 14 win at Lambeau Field and uses it as the springboard for a broader conversation about quarterback health, coaching, and what early-season results really mean. They also walk through their 2026 season pick 'ems, comparing college football contenders and NFL title favorites.   (00:00) Episode three twenty nine kicks off and the 2026 pick'ems format is introduced (01:00) Falcons-Green Bay reaction and whether Penix's play changes the outlook (02:13) Why the coaching staff still feels like the bigger question in Atlanta (02:53) Falcons win 35 to 14 at Lambeau and Penix's stat line stands out (04:05) Penix catches fire in the second and third quarters and Atlanta dominates (05:16) Green Bay's run game collapses and Jordan Love struggles under pressure (06:48) LaFleur criticism, fan frustration, and why the Packers looked out of answers (07:50) The Falcons' own roster issues and how free agency could help (09:45) Green Bay gets only 63 rushing yards and Atlanta's defense gets credit (10:49) Time of possession flips the game and Penix's quick release is praised (12:01) AJ Terrell's injury explains the earlier defensive struggles (13:06) CJ Henderson steps up in Terrell's absence (14:01) Why Tua is not viewed as the answer at backup quarterback (15:07) Atlanta's cap space outlook and the idea of a major roster reset (17:44) Penix's health becomes the biggest concern moving forward (18:28) Quarterback injuries across the league and the "kids who didn't play outside" joke (19:37) How Penix's rookie deal shapes Atlanta's future decisions (20:43) Lamar Jackson discussion and whether Atlanta should ever chase him (23:14) The Falcons' roster could be close if quarterback is the only missing piece (25:21) Why Howard would build everything else before making a big QB move (28:21) The pressure shifts to the coaching staff and Steven Stefanski (29:49) Measured excitement, avoiding Super Bowl talk, and NFC South context (31:48) Transition to the season pick'ems and how the rankings were calculated (32:29) Tanya B's picks: Ole Miss and the Philadelphia Eagles (33:26) Howard's picks: Miami Hurricanes and Kansas City Chiefs (37:41) Country Commentator's picks: Georgia Bulldogs and Buffalo Bills (43:16) Tommy B's picks: Texas and Buffalo, with skepticism about Sark and Arch Manning (46:27) Week ahead matchups for Georgia and Texas (48:34) Final thoughts on Atlanta's ceiling, Buffalo's window, and the season ahead All This “This Is The G Podcast” At: www.Castropolis.net

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  Episode #326

  FIVE QUESTIONS EVERY BLACK VOTER MUST ASK BEFORE GIVING AWAY THEIR VOTE

  Sep 19, 20261h 7m

  EPISODE 328 This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast FIVE QUESTIONS EVERY BLACK VOTER MUST ASK BEFORE GIVING AWAY THEIR VOTE This episode opens with a sharp voting rights conversation centered on Georgia’s early voting window and the questions black voters should ask candidates before giving their support - with Harold Michael Harvey. From there, the panel moves into pop culture, debating accountability, celebrity forgiveness, and what public recognition means in black media and politics. FOLLOWING OPEN AND NEWS 00:00 - Episode intro and panel lineup 00:30 - Why early voting in Georgia makes this moment urgent 02:27 - Introducing Harold Michael Harvey and his voter questions 03:15 - Voting rights as the foundation of black political power 05:07 - Why candidate promises must include specifics about neighborhoods 06:15 - Data centers, black contractors, and real economic access 09:09 - Shared prosperity means wages, jobs, entrepreneurship, and procurement 10:38 - Public safety without sacrificing civil rights 13:22 - Accountability means more than a slogan 15:07 - Communication gaps between elected officials and the community 16:41 - Why the show trusts Harold Michael Harvey’s analysis 19:49 - Tea time begins with Jasmine Crockett and Chris Brown 20:28 - Debate over celebrity forgiveness and public standards 23:21 - Chris Brown’s audience, generational politics, and cultural base 27:00 - Talib Shabazz on subjective justice and Caribbean household dynamics 29:06 - Why the Chris Brown and Usher tour is a cultural and financial force 30:59 - Nia Long’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star and her body of work 33:43 - Cheryl Lee Ralph, Abbott Elementary, and the comedy category debate 39:19 - The Nolan Wells case and media defamation threats 42:14 - The broader crisis of unresolved black deaths and hangings 45:11 - Stevie Wonder’s tour pricing and concert affordability 48:31 - What makes a strong live performance and why amphitheaters matter 52:57 - Defund the politicians, reform the police 54:51 - Mitch McConnell, paid leave, and why term limits matter 56:57 - Don’t fall for campaign branding in Georgia 59:51 - Talib Shabazz’s Atlanta event update and closing remarks Listen & Connect with Harold Michael Harvey: www.haroldmichaelharvey.com Listen & Connect with This Is The G Podcast: www.castropolis.net

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  Ep 327 State of the Gates with @EdTalksTV

  Sep 13, 20261h 47m

  This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast Ep 327 State of the Gates with @EdTalksTV Tommy B and Ed of @EdTalksTV discuss the current state of CBS Soap Beyond the Gates, what is working, where the show is losing momentum, and how it could become stronger. Key topics Ed’s background in soap opera storytelling and television commentary. Beyond the Gates entering its “terrible twos” and experiencing growing pains. The show’s struggle to balance its Black-centered identity with a broader mainstream audience. Why Heather is receiving too much screen time. How Leslie’s early villain storyline lost momentum. The lack of bold, viral, heightened soap moments. Why the Duprees need more power, edge, and stronger consequences. The drawn-out “Kill Bill” storyline and its pacing problems. Vanessa’s consistently strong storytelling compared with Danny and Nicole. Respectability politics and possible network influence on the show. The lack of strong Black power couples. Why Vernon and Anita should play a more active role in protecting their family. How the Impaler storyline could have created greater stakes. Ed’s suggestions for improving the show’s characters and storylines. The impact of filming several months ahead of broadcast. Why viewers can support the show while still being critical of it. Ed’s final grade for the show: B minus GRADE . Main takeaway Beyond the Gates has a strong foundation, talented cast, and important representation. But to reach its full potential, the show needs sharper stakes, bolder storytelling, stronger villains, better pacing, and more meaningful consequences for the Dupree family. Listen & Connect with Ed @EdTalksTV on YouTube & TikTok Listen & Connect with Tommy B: www.castropolis.net

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  EPISODE 326 SINGER LUKAS SETTO

  Aug 30, 20261h 5m

  This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast Tommy B. & Tonya B. interview London singer-songwriter Lukas Setto. His new single, “Ghetto Kind Of Love” is featured on “The Byrdwire” Countdown and can also be heard on Velvet Frequency Radio. The conversation centers on Setto’s single “Ghetto Kinda Love,” his UK soul influences, and how independent artists can build careers without a label. In the interview, Lucas Setto talks about his creative roots and the classic R&B and soul artists that shaped his sound.     Tonya B’s “Tea” segment covers music, legacy, and entertainment headlines – which includes the death of Country Legend, Actress & Philanthropist Dolly Parton. Tonya B then expands the episode into a broader discussion of legacy artists, aging performers (Gladys Knight retires), and what it takes to stay relevant in music and entertainment. Listen & Connect with Lukas Setto: www.lukassetto.com Listen & Connect: www.castropolis.net

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  Episode #325

  Episode 325: Georgia Politics, Stephen A. Smith, and David Oyelowo in Hot Water

  Aug 23, 202658 min

  This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast Episode 325: Georgia Politics, Stephen A. Smith, and David Oyelowo in Hot Water This week’s episode covers a mix of Georgia politics, media controversy, and pop culture backlash, with Hitman Howie joining for a wide-ranging conversation. The discussion focuses on the Georgia gubernatorial race, the Democratic Party’s strategy, Stephen A. Smith’s criticism of Black women and the backlash from NABJ, and actor David Oyelowo’s comments about Southern accents. Timestamps 00:00 - Week in news opens with U.S. and Iran tensions, oil prices, and the Strait of Hormuz 00:29 - Gas prices, military exercises with South Korea, and pressure on the DNC 01:23 - Nolan Wells’ family keeps searching for answers after his death 02:10 - Hayden Panettiere’s death and career legacy 02:28 - Tupac Shakur murder trial details and graphic courtroom evidence 03:27 - U.S. national debt passes $40 trillion 00:17 - Tanya B’s birthday week and the setup for a shorter show 01:09 - Why Georgia’s gubernatorial race is at the top of Howie’s list 02:15 - Rick Jackson’s self-funding and the attack strategy against Keisha Lance Bottoms 03:35 - Black Belt counties and the coalition likely to support Keisha 04:47 - Whether statewide coalitions can be duplicated in Georgia politics 05:56 - John Ossoff, MAGA framing, and rural Georgia signs 06:50 - Criticism of DNC fundraising strategy and leadership 09:21 - Hakeem Jeffries clip and the debate over DSA messaging 11:54 - Why Howie thinks public messaging needs more discipline 15:01 - Why the hosts believe Democrats are too reactive 16:29 - The problem with “day one” promises without a real plan 18:02 - Why not expanding the Supreme Court in 2020 still frustrates the hosts 19:22 - Mitch McConnell, Senate obstruction, and Kentucky’s lack of representation 20:43 - Introduction to the NABJ criticism of Stephen A. Smith 21:10 - NABJ’s statement on Stephen A.’s pattern of comments about Black women 22:13 - Why Howie sees Stephen A.’s comments as part of a broader manosphere problem 23:51 - Stephen A.’s response and his claim that the NABJ decision was politicized 25:17 - Why the host says Stephen A. is an entertainer, not a journalist 26:46 - Why the NABJ issue could have been handled privately first 27:46 - Why Stephen A. going to Sean Hannity and Chris Cuomo says a lot 29:16 - The “cool kids” problem and Stephen A.’s public image 31:16 - ESPN, Stephen A.’s contract, and Pat McAfee as the possible next face 35:27 - David Oyelowo clip and the Southern accent controversy 37:41 - Why the slavery and subservience language crossed the line 38:26 - UK actors, Black roles, and the competition for limited opportunities 42:02 - The deeper issue is Black roles, pay, and who gets cast 44:41 - Why the industry still feels like “crabs in a barrel” 45:43 - Football season, the joy of fall, and the sports calendar 46:43 - Tua Tagovailoa’s future and whether he’s fully committed 49:17 - Why his comments about football being “part-time” hurt his standing 49:33 - Prayers for Gary, Indiana, and outrage over two weeks without power 51:20 - The comparison to Katrina and the call for more urgency Listen & Connect: www.castropolis.net

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