Hearts and Minds: Northern Views
J.A Productions
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Two Afro-Caribbean women based in Toronto, Canada, share their northern views with humour and insight. Each week, Kimmie (The Heart) and Jeanette (The Mind) discuss culture, news, family, and life as Black millennial women, balancing emotional and logical perspectives.
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Jay-Z at Roots Picnic, Trump Booed, Knicks Win, & Verdicts 03.07.2026 1h 19minWe're back Hearts and Minds! From massive stadium energy to heavy community news, we’re covering it all this week. The World Cup is officially live in Canada and the US, bringing unexpected border logistics and historic referee assignments. Then, we dive into the pop culture timeline: the Scary Movie franchise backlash, the viral moment Donald Trump got booed at the Knicks game, and Jay-Z stealing the spotlight at the Roots Picnic. Wrap it up with our "Lawd ah Mercy" segment as we confront the deeply frustrating verdict out of South Carolina regarding the acquittal of store owner Rick Chow. Enjoy the show!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Drake Passes MJ + BET Award Nominations 13.06.2026 1h 29minHey hearts and minds, sit back and join us for a classic "shoot the shit" session! This week, Kimmy and Jeanette are limin’, vibin’, and catching up on the absolute biggest headlines dominating the culture, from historic music milestones to the latest celebrity shenanigans: The Kevin Hart Roastm, Sherri Shepherd show cancellation, Latto & 21 Savage baby birth, Drake Makes History (Again) and the BET Awards. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Missed Rings, Takes, & Missed Shots 05.06.2026 1h 31minFrom Megan Thee Stallion calling it quits with Klay Thompson to the massive online divide over the new Michael Jackson biopic, the culture is in chaos. This week, we examine the devastating murder charges facing singer d4vd, Mary J. Blige setting the record straight on her past brand deals, and the baffling details surrounding the return of Ashlee Jenae's belongings. Plus, we are tapping into the local energy with a deep dive into the Toronto Tempo and the Raptors' playoff push. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Love the Aesthetic, Hate the Architect 💅🏾 13.05.2026 1h 47minWe’re back with a packed episode! We start by honoring 10 years of International Black History Month before shifting to the desert: did Justin Trudeau really just go viral at Coachella with Katy Perry? 🌴 We also discuss the tension surrounding the Usher and Chris Brown tour news and the legal drama following Pooh Shiesty’s studio robbery. We examine the fragile ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. For our segments, we investigate the "don’t add up" stories of influencers Ashlee Jenae and Denisha Delancy, and call out why culture stays silent on Black Women’s History Month. Enjoy the show! 💜🧠🎙️
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Tragedies and Victories 15.04.2026 1h 28minSorry for the wait! The tragic Air Canada plane crash at LaGuardia, Cardi B’s Canadian Am I the Drama stops , and Latto’s pregnancy reveal. Plus, we celebrate Afroman’s legal win and Druski's controversial modern consertive women skit. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Run for Cover 27.03.2026 1h 50minWelcome back, Hearts and Minds. This week, Kimmy and Jeanette return to break downRihanna’s mansion shooting, Mathew Knowles walking out, and the Jackson family feud over the MJ biopic—we’re covering it all. 🎙️ Plus, a heavy Lawd ah Mercy segment on the Israel-Iran war plus a Call Out to lighten the mood. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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During Black History Month?! 12.03.2026 1h 25minWe’re kicking things off with a moment of reflection and celebration as we acknowledge the 30th anniversary of Black History Month in Canada. In this episode, we also dive into: The "Monkey" Post: We break down Trump’s recent (and deleted) AI-generated video depicting the Obamas as primates, BAFTA Outburst: The awkward and painful moment at the 2026 BAFTAs where a guest’s involuntary tic involved a racial slur while Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage. Whandling of the broadcast, and finally, Gene Simmons vs. Hip-Hop: KISS bassist Gene Simmons is back at it, claiming hip-hop doesn't belong in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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From Catherine O’Hara to the Grammys 27.02.2026 1h 41minWe're baaack after a 4-week silence and some technical issues from last recorded episode;( In this episode we covered Catherine O’Hara’s legacy to Nicki Minaj meeting Trump—we break down the headlines, Grammy predictions, and a deep dive into what was happening in Minneapolis (recorded Jan. 31st). Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Mega Wins, Mega Deals, Mega Shade 23.01.2026 1h 34minWe’re back to unpack Canada’s controversial “Lobster for EVs” deal with China. We also dive into the cultural conversation around Teyana Taylor’s Golden Globe win. Plus, we break down Cam Newton’s viral “nclecta” vocabulary lesson from Lady London, Druski’s hilarious Megachurch parody, and outcry on Las Culturistas's opinion on Jasmine Crockett vs. James Talarico Senate race. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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New Year, Same Chaos 16.01.2026 1h 46minWe’re back for 2026! This week, we unpack the high-stakes U.S. operation to capture Maduro in Venezuela and its impact on Canada. We’re also debating Nicki Minaj’s controversial appearance at AmericaFest and the tragic shooting of poet Renee Good by ICE.Plus, we break down the $9B fraud case in Minnesota and Cardi B’s defense of Stefon Diggs. Lastly, we tackle the conflicting narratives surrounding immigrant communities in Trump's regime. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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No Contact & Choosing Peace 26.12.2025 1h 38minThis week, we’re unpacking the bombshells from 50 Cent’s Netflix doc on Diddy. We’re also asking: Did Beyoncé really slight Brandy? Finally, for The Workout segment, we’re getting real about the Oprah special on family estrangement. Is "No Contact" a trend, or is it a last resort to choose peace. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Holiday Hustle: Balancing Joy and Chaos 16.12.2025 1h 20minIn this episode, we dive into the holiday season's hustle and bustle, sharing personal anecdotes and strategies for managing the festive chaos. We also also touches on recent celebrity news, including Pharrell Williams' controversial comments, Ray J, Offset and Lauryn Hill's Canadian tour. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Alienation of affection 22.11.2025 1h 23minWe're liming this week! We unpack the crazy new Epstein reveal. Then, we dive the latest headlines: Kanye West facing a potential arrest in Brazil; the backlash following Beyoncé’s appearance at a Kardashian party. Plus, the unbelievable story of the TikTok star being sued for $3.5 million in an 'alienation of affection' lawsuitFinally, in“The Call Out” segment, we put each other in the hot seat about memorable dishes and overrated TV shows and movies. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Music Produced by H7 Beats
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The Great Storm 15.11.2025 1h 44minWe're back and we begin with the devastating Hurricane Melisa and the destruction it has left behind in Jamaica. Then, we lighten the mood with a look at the wildest celebrity Halloween costumes of the year (shoutout to Heidi Klum's Medusa!) and celebrate a historic win for New York's new Muslim Mayor. Plus, we talk about Gucci Mane’s new book, Episodes, and his brave discussion on mental illness. In our Lawd ah Mercy segment: We break down the viral clip of Pastor Marvin Winans scolding a churchgoer over a donation amount. And finally, for the The Workout session, we discuss AI musician, Xania Monet. Plus, we talk about Gucci Mane’s new book, Episodes, and his brave discussion on mental illness. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Back on Track: Young Thug, MTV & Charlie Kirk 22.10.2025 2h 21minWe know, we know! 😩 Sorry for the late drop, but we couldn't skip this one! This is our look back at the week of September 14th, and it's a movie! We're talking TIFF celebrity sightings and the best of the MTV Awards fashion and highlights. Plus, we've got the realest conversation about the Young Thug prison calls and that highly debated news about the Jamaican high school ban on edges. For the Workout Session, we react to the death of Charlie Kirk . Thanks for your patience—we promise the next episode is coming not to long after this one. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Cardi B & Coffee Dates 11.09.2025 1h 53minThis week, we get into the Cardi B case, we'll also unpack Serena Williams's journey with GLP-1 drugs and the massive, billion-dollar industry behind them. Then, we weigh in on the latest North West fashion debate—is it creative expression or just too grown-up? Finally we discuss lil Nas X's arrest. In The Workout , we're tackling the online debate that has sparked strong opinions from Black women online: The Coffee Date. Is a coffee date a low-effort cop-out, or is it a fair way to test the waters? Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Music Produced by H7 Beats
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Let It Flow 21.08.2025 1h 30minThis week, we're diving into the biggest headlines off the dome. From Sha'Carri Richardson's airport altercation and the controversial Lil Yachty lyrics , to the suspension of the BET and Soul Train Awards Plus, we're breaking down the reaction to Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle ad, the latest on Dr. Umar's fundraising, and the rumors surrounding Love & Hip-Hop's Kirk & Rasheeda's children. And because we love a good distraction, we're taking a look at the global craze for the "Labubu" dolls. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Behind the Mic: 3-Year Anniversary Special 15.08.2025 1h 31minIt's our 3-year podcast anniversary! 🎉 To celebrate, we're flipping the script and putting ourselves in the hot seat to answer all your questions. Join us, Kim ("The Heart" 💜) and Jeanette ("The Mind" 🧠) as we share our story, from how we met to what keeps us motivated after all these years. From our top music artists to our favorite comedians 😂, we're giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the women behind the mic. Thank you for 3 years of listening—this one's for you! 🙏 Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Summertime Madness 07.08.2025 1h 45minThis week, we touch on the history of Caribana weekend in Toronto, Deion Sanders and Karrueche, and remembering the late Malcolm Jamal Warner, Ozzy, and Hulk Hogan. In the Lawd ah Mercy segment tackles a truly unsettling story from a body cam video about a traffic stop and missing dead children. In Wha Gwan Fah Real, we discuss the fallout from Shannon Sharpe's lawsuit settlement and his exit from ESPN. Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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Can't Make This Up: The Diddy Verdict & Beyond 24.07.2025 1h 57minThis week, we're going from Forbes Top Creators to Jeff Bezos's wild wedding and the drama at Rogers Stadium. Get ready for some headlines on the Texas floods and that Nelly x Ashanti clip. Plus, in the What A Gwan Fah Real? segment, we're getting into the Diddy verdict! Tune in for the laughs, the insights, and the culture. Clips' new album and more music news included! Enjoy!💜🧠🎙️Please remember to rate and review our show on Spotify & Apple podcasts [⭐⭐⭐⭐], we're trying let people know we got a good thing going over here;) Follow us at @heartsandmindspod on Instagram and @HeartsMindsPod1 on Twitter. Email Us at heartsandmindspod@gmail.comIntro & Outro Song Produced by H7 Beats
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