Brain Squeeze

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  Detroit Gives High School Students Up To $1,000 To Attend Class In Order to Curb Chronic Absenteeism 20.08.2026 26min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, Happy Belated 19th Birthday to Nolan Wells. It's a shame we still don't have answers or anyone arrested yet for his murder, but continued prayers for the family and to get justice! Then we get into the juice—Detroit's Public School Community District is expanding their "Perfect Attendance Pays" program to now include middle school students. The program gives high school students $100 a week for up to 10 weeks for having perfect attendance in school, and now middle schoolers have been added to the program and will get $50 a week. The goal is to boost attendance and combat chronic absenteeism, which the district has struggled with. But do you think incentivizing students to just ATTEND school is enough to curb their academic decline as well? Or is it just the first step in solving a larger issue? Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Gary Indiana is Going on Day 9 Without Power, and There Are More Food Recalls in the U.S. 19.08.2026 18min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, I'm asking how are we preparing ourselves if something were to go down? Gary, Indiana is going on day 9 of not having power after severe storms came through last week and left 300,000 people with no power. There are also more food recalls being made in the U.S. from eggs, granola, tomato soups, jalapeños, berries, chicken, outshine fruit bars, etc. So these devastating disasters seriously has me wondering, if something were to seriously go haywire in this country, would we be prepared to survive? How are we preparing just in case? Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Stephen A. Smith Responds to Receiving NABJ's 'Thumbs Down' Award AND Runs to Fox News... 18.08.2026 26min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, I give an update on my back/neck injury at the gym and why sleep is so important to recovery. Then we get into the juice—Stephen A. Smith took to his Straight Shooters podcast to respond to NABJ's President, Errin Haines, giving him the 'Thumbs Down' Award during the NABJ Conference this year. They claim Stephen A. Smith has "a recurring public pattern of disparaging commentary directed at prominent black women across politics, sports, and media." The story has gotten juicier because now SAS took his frustrations to Fox News and everyone is saying THIS is why he got the award in the first place. Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  State Fair Chaos, NABJ Gives Stephen A. Smith The 'Thumbs Down' Award 17.08.2026 20min

  In today's Brain squeeze episode, we talk about the fighting that always happens on the last night of the WI State Fair and what can we do to finally stop it? Then we get into the juice— During its annual Salute to Excellence Awards ceremony at the 2026 NABJ Convention and Career Fair in Atlanta, the group presented its “Thumbs Down” award to ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith and others. They gave him the award based on his commentary about Black women and the Black community. But this leads me to wonder, what does true accountability look like? Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  The Weekly Squeeze—Russell Westbrook Retires, Chick-Fil-A Adds Chicken & Waffles To Menu, Essence's 50 Greatest R&B Songs Debate, Surrogate Fighting Baby's Biological Parents For Custody 14.08.2026 38min

  Happy Friday! We made it to another end of the week, so we have to get into the Weekly Squeeze!In today's Brain Squeeze episode, Russell Westbrook announces his retirement from the NBA after 18 seasons, with a visual highlighting his years in the league narrated by Michael B. Jordan, Chick-Fil-A introduces a new Chicken & Waffles sandwich along with new drink items for their Fall menu, McKenna West, a surrogate who refused the biological parents' request to abort their baby due to a health defect, has given birth and now is fighting the couple for custody of the baby, lastly, Essence compiled a list of the 50 greatest R&B songs of all time, and it has everyone debating whether or not they got it right. Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Exclusive Interview with Milwaukee Artist Big P About His New EP "Moments Better Than Memories" 13.08.2026 1h 2min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, we're talking to Milwaukee artist Big P! We talk about his new EP, "Moments Better Than Memories," his nostalgic sound, navigating music as an independent artist, and why representing Milwaukee remains at the heart of everything he does. We also get into fatherhood, friendship, the story behind the collective TRP, what he wants to see change for Milwaukee creatives, and what’s next, including his upcoming Big P & Friends show on August 16th. Let's get into this juicy conversation!Make sure to follow Big P on all platforms: @BigP_________Take a listen to Big P's new EP "Moments Better Than Memories" on bodeganorth.comConnect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  David Crowley Wins Wisconsin Democratic Primary, Fans Feel A Way About Drake's 20 v. 1 Stream 12.08.2026 18min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, congratulations to David Crowley for winning the Wisconsin Democratic Primary! Crowley pulled off an upset over Francesca Hong in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for Governor, in a narrow 39.8% to 39.4%, and will face Republican Tom Tiffany in November. The win puts the state’s first Black Governor within reach, but the work has just begun! Then we get into the juice—Drake recently appeared on a Kick Stream and did a 20 v 1 dating show that has some fans questioning Drake and where he stands with the greats. But what if Drake is slowly starting to reveal to us who he truly is? Should this be a side of him we embrace? Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  YouTube is Making It Harder For Creators To Get Paid with Updated Watch Time Requirements 11.08.2026 27min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, its election day in Wisconsin, so make sure you go vote! Then we get into the juice—YouTube has announced their new partner program requirements in order for creators to get paid, and creators are not happy. Starting February 1st, 2027, creators who want to monetize their channel through YouTube’s Partner Program (YPP) will need at least 1,000 subscribers and either 8,000 qualified watch hours over the past year, or 20 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days. That’s double from YouTube’s current requirement of 1,000 subscribers with 4,000 watch hours in the past year, or 1,000 subscribers with 10 million Shorts views in the last 90 days. Is corporate greed the reason for the change? Or is YouTube doubling down on the idea that long-form content is king? Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Kehlani World Tour Concert Review 2026 10.08.2026 35min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, we're getting into my weekend recap! I attended Pat's live comedy show from Crash Dummies Podcast and I give y'all this new juicy idea I have for the future of live shows, and then I headed to the Kehlani concert in Milwaukee. That's where we get into the juice—because Spot Hero had me messed up trying to scam us out of our parking spot for the show. But I give my juicy review of Kehlani's concert and why I feel like I have high performance expectations from artists (blame Beyoncé lol). By the end of the episode, I give a letter grade for the show, my likes and dislikes, and a heads up for future concert goers to make sure they don't miss the brand new challenge. Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  The Weekly Squeeze—Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Claims First Two Lives, Chipotle & Qdoba Salmonella Outbreak, Claressa Shields Calls Out Radio Host & More 07.08.2026 32min

  Happy Friday! We made it to another end of the week, so you know we have to get into the Weekly Squeeze!In today's Brain Squeeze episode, we start off talking about people not being able to accept compliments well and the struggles of growing community, then we get into the juice—There's another update to the cyclospora parasite as two people out of Michigan have died from the outbreak, then there's a salmonella outbreak at Chipotle and Qdoba that's being investigated by health officials due to multiple hospitalizations linked to Mexican jalapeños. Then, we talk about KeKe Palmer booking a new gig as the host of a new rendition of The Voice: Celebrity, The Mississippi Board of Nursing opening and then closing a misconduct investigation into Nolan Wells' Mother, Christine Wonsley. Lastly, we briefly discuss the exchange between Claressa Shields and an Atlanta Radio Host after Claressa was asked about her and Papoose's relationship while he's still married. Let's get into these juicy thoughts!
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  Drake Gifts Women Money, Luxury Cars and Designer Bags at His Third Annual Strong Women, Stronger Drinks Event in Toronto 06.08.2026 18min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, I quickly clarify a few takeaways from yesterday's show, and then we get into the juice—Drake is going viral right now as clips are surfacing from his Third Annual Strong Women, Stronger Drinks event in Toronto. All women were gifted $1K as a welcome into the Casa Loma mansion for the event, and then Drake raffled off $50K, $100K, designer purses and a few women even received brand new luxury vehicles. Now that's how you appreciate women! Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Pour Minds on Club Shay Shay Discussing Unrealistic Dating Standards 05.08.2026 24min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, I give an update on my miracle knot saga and express my exhaustion going into my third day doing this hair! Then we get into the juice—Drea Nicole and Lex P of Pour Minds Podcast recently went on Club Shay Shay and had a range of discussions from their upbringing, how they met, how they grew Pour Minds and of course they talked about relationships. The Pour Minds duo talked about whether income should determine if someone is ready to date, how unrealistic standards develop online, and why financial independence changes relationship dynamics, and the conversation really changed my perspective on the topic. So let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Ariana Grande Plans to Step Back From Public Life, But The Reason Why Has Fans Concerned 04.08.2026 21min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, I'm about to start working on these miracle knots on myself, so wish me luck lol then we get into the juice—A rep from Ariana Grande's team announced that Ariana will be taking a step back from the public spotlight once her Eternal Sunshine Tour completes in September, amid ongoing scrutiny about her appearance. The announcement comes days after the release of her music video "Petals," which has sparked conversations online about Ariana's health and well-being. Do fans have a right to feel concerned? Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  MySpace Could Make A Comeback, Coco Jones and Donovan Mitchell Tie The Knot, WNBA Star Brittney Griner Files For Divorce From Wife 03.08.2026 22min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, I recap my weekend seeing The Odyssey and Spider Man: Brand New Day, which both starred Tom Holland and Zendaya! They are getting to the bag and a well-deserved break seems to be on the horizon for the newlyweds. Then we get into the juice—Over the weekend, Coco Jones and NBA star Donovan Mitchell got married, and their wedding was a reminder of how important your close friends circle should be! Then, we found out WNBA star Brittney Griner filed for divorce from her wife Cherelle after 8 years together and a son. If you recall, Cherelle was holding it down for Brittney trying to get her out of Russian prison in 2022 after she was arrested in Russia for having cannabis oil vape cartridges in her bag. Lastly, the owners of the OG social media platform, MySpace, claim they're waiting for the right time to relaunch the platform, but is it too late? Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  The Weekly Squeeze—COVID-19 Origins Update, Forbes Reveals Highest Paid Podcasters, Love Island Season 7 Couple Taylor and Clarke Breakup, Tyler Lepley Alleged Cheating Scandal 31.07.2026 37min

  Happy Friday! We made it to another end of the week, so you know that means we have to get into the Weekly Squeeze!In today's Brain Squeeze episode, I briefly give y'all an update on my eye mask saga...I can confirm, the eye mask is TEA! Then I give a quick breakdown on the latest information our government has revealed about where COVID-19 came from and why it's still important that people took the vaccine. Then we get into the Juice—Diddy's release date got moved up AGAIN, Ms. Rachel stands up for the Nolan Wells case, Love Island Season 7 couple Taylor and Clarke announced their breakup soon after Nic and Olandria recently announcing theirs, Forbes revealed the highest paid podcasters out right now and the list didn't include not one Black woman podcast. But are we surprised? Then, a woman is accusing recently married Tyler Lepley of cheating on his now wife Miracle Watts the entire time he was engaged! Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Exclusive Crash Dummies Podcast Interview with Pat and Mike! 30.07.2026 1h 25min

  On today’s Brain Squeeze episode, I’m joined by Pat and Mike, the hosts of Crash Dummies Podcast! Their show blends current events, relatable life dilemmas, hilarious “what if?” scenarios, and conversations that keep listeners coming back every week. We dive into their journey from launching the podcast in 2021 to building one of the Midwest’s biggest shows. They share the behind-the-scenes of the grind, how they’ve navigated the industry, the business side of podcasting, and what it’s taken to grow such a loyal audience while staying true to themselves. Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Follow Crash Dummies Podcast everywhere you listen to podcasts. New episodes drop every Wednesday!@CrashDummiesPodcast@PJohnsonJr_@Mike.EsiobuConnect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Oprah is Shutting Down Her South African Girls' Leadership Academy in 2027 30.07.2026 26min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, I'm putting y'all on to a new item I tried last night that helped me fall asleep faster, then we get into the juice—Oprah Winfrey is preparing to shut down the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa. The residential campus will close at the end of the 2027 academic year to transition into a broader scholarship program. The tuition-free Academy opened in 2007 and since then, more than 1,000 girls have graduated and a vast majority have since gone on to higher education and built careers as doctors, lawyers, engineers, artists, executives, and entrepreneurs. Within those 20 years, the school has faced rumors, conspiracies and scandals, but today, we're breaking down the myths and getting to the facts. Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Tuskegee University's New Student Dress Code Bans Bonnets, Durags and House Shoes 29.07.2026 16min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, the internet is in a debate right now after finding out about Tuskegee University's new updated dress code policy for the upcoming school year. The policy doesn't allow for revealing clothing, bonnets, durags or house slippers to be worn in the classroom, in the cafeteria or at official settings such as convocation. Also, students aren't allowed to use their cell phones while inside a classroom. This new policy update has created lots of conversation online in regards to respectability politics and policing blackness, so let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  Ryan Clark Gets Emotional About ESPN Firing, Girl Denies Usher On Stage During R&B Tour, Chris Brown Pleads Guilty to Affray in Connection to 2023 London Nightclub Fight 28.07.2026 34min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, some conversations from last week are spilling over into this week, so we have to get into the juice—Ryan Clark gets emotional on The Pivot Podcast and breaks his silence about his ESPN firing, a fan is taking advantage of her 15 minutes of fame after an awkward interaction on stage with Usher at his R&B concert. But she's not the only one getting removed from the stage because Chris Brown might be booted from the tour altogether, as he awaits his sentencing, after pleading guilty to affray in connection to a London nightclub fight when he smashed a glass bottle on music producer Abraham (Abe) Diaw's head. There's a lot going on, so let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_
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  WNBA All-Star Cheating Scandal, Black Hollywood Walk of Fame Honorees, Destiny's Child is Back, LeBron Goes to Philly 27.07.2026 25min

  In today's Brain Squeeze episode, we're recapping some of the juiciest moments from over the weekend! The WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago was successful, but of course it had to end with some cheating drama between former teammates Nalyssa Smith and DiJonai Carrington. Then, the Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2027 was announced featuring Charlamagne Tha God, KeKe Palmer, Raven-Symoné and more. Matthew Knowles announced a new Destiny's Child album, and potential tour, is in the works and Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle are all on board. Lastly, LeBron James has finally announced his new team and it's the Philadelphia 76ers! Let's get into these juicy thoughts!Connect with me on social media! @CarrieNoni_