Welcome to the Impactful Unpacking podcast, the podcast for the deep ones. Artists, K'la Higgenbottom and Michael Lindsey, discuss what's going down in the culture. Here, we take four political or entertainment events and unpack how we see them relate to what is going on in broader society from our young, gifted, and black perspective. Please enjoy and rate our podcast.
Today, we discuss the spiritual meaning of "greatness". What is it? How can we achieve it? Where does it come from? Can it be obtained without being recognized for it?
6 Feb 2021
S2 E1: Renew, Refresh, and Restore
This year, Impactful Unpacking is switching things up. Each week we will be unpacking a different theme. This week, the terms "refresh, restore, and renew" are the topics at hand. We discuss how these terms can be applied to the our new presidency, the environment, and our own lives.
25 Nov 2020
Episode 16: Tiny Washing Machines, Philosophical Skateboarding, and the Fate of Independent Art
On this episode, K'la and Michael breakdown the Democrats losing seats in the 2020 congressional elections. Then, skateboarding and tiny washing machines are what gives us life this week! Finally, we go deep on franchises and reboots.
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3 Nov 2020
Episode 15: It's Election Day Already!? and How To Cope With Feeling Unmotivated
Today, on the podcast where we unpack everything that impacts the culture, we discuss how the election has snuck up on us. Also, we vent about people not taking CoVid-19 seriously. Finally, in our segment "Go Deep" we discuss how we overcome discouragement and lacking motivation.
25 Oct 2020
Episode 14: Iranian-American Election Interference, Billie Eilish's Virtual Concert, and Do We Really Need to Be Productive During CoVid?
This week, on the podcast where we unpack what impacts the culture, Michael and K'la discuss what's really going on with other countries trying to hack the election. Billie Eilish and Cinematographer Kira Kelly are giving us life with their achievements in art this week. And maybe we can cure your FOMO in this week's Go Deep segment.
13 Oct 2020
Episode 13: The Superspreader-in-Chief, the presidential debate recap, and why we love "Girlfriends"!
This week, on the podcast where we unpack everything that impacts the culture, we discuss the ramifications of President Trump's Covid-19 diagnosis and treatment. We also tackle the presidential debates so you don't have to. Lastly, "Girlfriends" was recently released, in full, on Netflix, so you know we gotta talk about that, honey!
29 Sept 2020
Episode 12: Covid Aftermath and How To Date Someone In Your Industry
This week, on the podcast where we unpack everything that impacts the culture, we discuss Trump's nomination of Amy Coney Barrett as a supreme court judge, the after effects of having Covid-19. We also go deep about the pros and cons of us being in a relationship with each other while being in the same industry.
20 Sept 2020
Episode 11: How to Downplay a Pandemic and The Shifting Culture of 2020
Today on the podcast where we unpack everything from music to politics, K'la and Michael discuss Trump being caught on tape admitting COVID-19 was deadlier than the flu when he was saying to the public it was a myth. We also talk about what have been the biggest shifts in culture of 2020.
8 Sept 2020
Episode 10: Is Adele Jamaican?
Today on the podcast where we go deep about everything you actually care about, we discuss the rising tension in America and how we see it play out in daily life. We also decide how close Russia is to taking over the world and lastly, can Adele pull off bantu knots?
2 Sept 2020
Episode 9: Me Too is a Men's Issue and the RNC vs. the DNC
Today, on the podcast where we unpack everything in the culture, we discuss the success of the Democratic National Convention's viewership over the Republican National Convention. We also breakdown "On the Record", HBO's documentary about Drew Dixon's claims that Russell Simmons sexually assaulted her and how rape is really a men's issue. We still have some fun moments though!
27 Aug 2020
Episode 8: Do We Really Have to Vote?
Today, on the podcast where we unpack everything in the culture, we discuss Kamala Harris's nomination to vice presidential candidate and the why we should vote even when we don't like the candidates.
20 Aug 2020
Episode 7: Emmy Noms, Logic Quits Rap, and One of Us Quits Media!
Today, on the podcast where we unpack everything and anything, we discuss do Black people need the Emmy's. We also talk about, rapper, Logic choosing another lane and what it means for the media landscape. And, co-host, Michael discusses what he learned from his break from all forms of media. Follow us at: @kla_klay and @michaellindseyfilms or @spikelindsey on instagram.
12 Aug 2020
Episode 6: Trump wants to be president forever? And how bad is Social Media Really?
On today's episode, Michael and K'la discuss the danger of Trump's refusal to step down as president even if he loses the election. We also go deep on the often overlooked benefits of social media, inspired by a story where a woman was warned of her cancer through Instagram.
19 Jul 2020
Episode 5: Can I Get Shot For Wearing a Mask?
On this episode, Michael and K'la discuss why people are so mad about wearing a mask and how or if we can reopen schools safely. Join us, again, on the podcast where everything is deep.
6 Jul 2020
Episode 4: To believe a celebrity?, J. Cole vs. Noname, and the sexualization of Black Women
K'la and Michael return this episode to discuss if celebrities have a responsibility to be "woke". Also, how hard it is to know what is real or fake online and how that effects are daily lives. Lastly, we go deep on how black women are portrayed in the media, especially music. Let's unpack this!
22 Jun 2020
Episode 3: Reddit, LGBTQ Rights, Lana Del Rey and Going Crazy!
On this episode we talk about Reddit making space for a black board member, Lana Del Rey's cancellation, and the problems with mental healthcare in the United States. Don't worry, we still kept it fun!
13 Jun 2020
Episode 2
Welcome to the Impactful Unpacking podcast, the podcast for the deep ones. Actor, K'la Higgenbottom and, Director/Music Artist, Michael Lindsey, discuss the next steps for ending police brutality, running for political office, and the recent uptick in Covid-19 cases.
7 Jun 2020
Episode 1
Welcome to the Impactful Unpacking podcast, the podcast for the deep ones. Artists, K'la Higgenbottom and Michael Lindsey, discuss what's going down in the culture. Today, of course, we discuss the recent civil unrest and George Floyd's murder. We also cover the problems with cancel culture starting with Doja Cat.
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