Ward & Webster

In Need to Know, the life and career of Jimmy Carter is discussed, including his outstanding achievements on civil rights and race relations. In All the Feels, Isaiah notes that commercial and digital advertising is getting whiter, and explains why this is so problematic. In Gotta Do, Bianca announces the March W&W Better You Book Club selection, "I'm Not Yelling: A Black Woman's Guide to Navigating the Workplace" by Elizabeth Leiba.

In Need to Know, "Dream Dictionary" by Eric Ackroyd is reviewed as part of the W&W Better You Book Club. Bianca and Isaiah decode several of their own dreams, and as you might expect, foolishness ensues. In All the Feels, the podcast celebrates the beginning of its third season, as the co-hosts talk about favorite episodes and cringe-worthy moments from the first two years. In Gotta Do, Fit February concludes with a bang, as special guest Xanthia Johnson, licensed psychotherapist and creative arts therapist, discusses the services provided by Urban Playology, and gives Black folks permission to take up space and love themselves and their kids. 

In Need to Know, Isaiah explains how Pisces brings the Zodiac full-circle in the latest installment of Where is the Sun. In All the Feels, Bianca reviews Rhianna's Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show, and both co-hosts discuss the best Black halftime shows of all time; Bianca leans towards Michael Jackson, while Isaiah leans towards Prince. In Gotta Do, Fit February continues with a discussion of how random acts of kindness is actually good for your health. 

In Need to Know, Isaiah breaks down the State of the Union address, and explains why House Republicans may have overplayed their hand in their rude behavior towards President Joe Biden. In All the Feels, Bianca leads a discussion on sex positivity for Black folks, but Isaiah is convinced  that it's often used as a placeholder for people who simply want to have their cake and swallow it too! In Gotta Do, author and hypnotherapist Amari Ice returns to the show to discuss how BIPOC people can benefit from hypnotherapy and to explain why the practice is so often misunderstood. 

In Need to Know, Isaiah encourages listeners to avoiding spending money on the commercialization of Black History Month, and to utilize social media to commemorate the occasion. In All the Feels, the co-hosts discuss the history of Black TV spinoffs, and even ponder some missed opportunities for the genre. In Gotta Do, Fit February begins with an examination of anti-Blackness: Bianca and Isaiah look at how colorism and internalized racism impacts Black people. 

Also, the February Better You Book Club selection is revealed: "The Dream Dictionary" by Eric Ackroyd. Discussion and review coming February 25. 

In Need to Know, "Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto" by Tricia Hersey (founder of The Nap Ministry) is reviewed as part of the W&W Better You Book Club. In All the Feels, work spouses are discussed; Isaiah has two, but Bianca doesn't have any! In Gotta Do, Isaiah encourages listeners to document their dreams over the next month. Plus, the co-hosts reveal a new month-long series: Fit February! Throughout the month of February, each Gotta Do segment will focus on the personal, physical and cultural side of fitness. 

In Need to Know, author Osman Njai is the first guest for a new segment called Writers' Corner, designed to bring more attention to unpublished writers looking to share their work. In All the Feels, Dolly Parton gives Isaiah an Idea, and the co-hosts suddenly find themselves considering which celebrities have the best endorsement deals.  In Gotta Do, Self Love Month is celebrated with an infamous list, as the Wonders are encouraged to do something for themselves. 

To learn more about Osman Njai's work, visit his blog: osmannjai.blogspot.com

In Need to Know, Where is the Sun returns with a focus on Aquarius, but the stars were decidedly muted. In All the Feels, Bianca and Isaiah review the looks and standout moments from the Golden Globes, including Eddie Murphy's lifetime achievement award acceptance speech, and Angela Bassett turning back the hands of time. In Gotta Do, Bianca is annoyed  that Isaiah doesn't immediately namecheck what he is looking to learn in 2023, but his ultimate answer is heartwarming. 

In Need to Know, Isaiah shares stats from the show, revealing the top five episodes of all time and the top countries in the listenership -- Singapore makes a surprising entry on the list. In All the Feels, the co-hosts share their favorite personal, political and pop culture moments from the first 100 episodes. In Gotta Do, the co-hosts talk about producing the podcast and how others could easily start their own. 

In Need to Know, Bianca turns 40, and Isaiah wants to know her 40-ish approach to sex, career and life. In All the Feels, the winners of the 2022 Ward & Webster Awards (WWAs) are announced for Show of the Year; Guest of the Year; Book of the Year; and Best Segment, Series or Special. In Gotta Do, the co-hosts share their 2023 intentions, and announce the first selection in the 2023 W&W Better You Book Club: "Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto" by Tricia Hersey. 

In Need to Know, Bianca explains the history and richness of Kwanzaa, while Isaiah presses her on how non-Black people can celebrate the holiday, too. In All the Feels, the co-hosts profile the six most prominent Christmas traditions that are actually rooted in Pagan traditions. In Gotta Do, the annual holiday drinking list is revealed -- with options to get folks in the mood and in the holiday spirit. 

In Need to Know, Where is the Sun examines Capricorn, and Bianca is living her whole life! Isaiah explains how Saturn's natural tendencies influences all who are ruled by it. In All the Feels, the awards show season and the drama surrounding the Golden Globes is explained; is it time for Black Hollywood to ditch the traditional awards entirely? In Gotta Do, the co-hosts share a list of their favorite things for holiday gift-giving. 

In Need to Know, "Keeping Him Quiet" by Smokey Moment is reviewed as part of the Ward & Webster Beauty Shop Book Club. In All the Feels, Isaiah revisits his experience on Tinder and reveals a new beau; Bianca can hardly contain her excitement and peppers him with questions. In Gotta Do, the co-hosts reveal nominations for the 2022 Ward & Webster Awards (WWAs).

In Need to Know, the co-hosts look back at the top news and pop culture moments of 2022. Isaiah considers the life and career of Anthony Fauci as the story of 2022, while Bianca picks the ascension of Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson.  In All the Feels, Bianca leads a discussion of the best holiday films, and recommends several for the Wonders. In Gotta Do, Isaiah tries (unsuccessfully) to turn Bianca onto the tradition of holiday card sending. 

In Need to Know, Isaiah details the settled dust of the 2022 midterm election, and explains what to expect in politics for the next two years. In All the Feels, holiday party etiquette is discussed, and Isaiah shares ideas for alternative holiday parties. In Gotta Do, Bianca shares three of her favorite businesses as part of Small Business Saturday. 

In Need Know, Sagittarius is profiled as part of the recurring Where is the Sun segment; Isaiah reveals the number one priority when dating someone new. In All the Feels, Angel and Zoha, co-hosts of the Salt Pepper Ketchup podcast, join the show to discuss why they decided to start a show about healing. In Gotta Do, Angel and Zoha share tips about how to make it through the holiday season stress-free. 

In Need to Know, Isaiah stumbles onto "No Nut November," and harasses Bianca into a segment about it. In All the Feels, Bianca's cousin, Natasha, joins the show to discuss her career in the United States military -- from ROTC to antiwar activist. She explains the toll that military service took on her family, and reveals how she defines patriotism. She also shares resources on geopolitics and America's fascination with building up its Defense Department. In Gotta Do, the W&W Book Club selection for November/December is revealed: "Keeping Him Quiet" by Smokey Moment (2018). 

In Need to Know, Isaiah provides a midterm election preview, by walking listeners through the competitive races and explaining how to establish a voting plan. He also sets expectations for potential election outcomes, and warns about over-analyzing polls. In All the Feels, community superhero Mahelet Kebede joins the show to discuss why she decided to volunteer with East of the River Mutual Aid in Washington, D.C. In Gotta Do, Bianca meshes together food and fashion -- and encourages listeners to ease out of their comfort zone on both. 

In Need to Know, Zane's "The Sex Chronicles" is reviewed as part of the W&W Book Club. In All the Feels, Bianca ditches a planned segment on vaginal empowerment to discuss the most outrageous 90s sex scandals instead. Isaiah calls her out and explains why he feels as though a lot of "sex crimes" are actually entrapment. In Gotta Do, "Wonderisms" return as Bianca and Isaiah answer questions and comments from listeners. 

In Need to Know, the co-hosts discuss breast cancer awareness, and point out how it kills more Black women than all other cancers combined. Bianca offers four tips that every Black woman should do now. In All the Feels, leather and lace takes center stage as part of Orgasmic October; Bianca peppers Isaiah with tons of questions about his leather boy persona. In Gotta Do, Halloween is celebrated with a list of the scariest TV shows of all time, while Bianca plays it coy about her costume.