Outta Line Podcast is a conversation between two men to unearth the nuances of Blackness. Black Motives- a Haitian Bahamian American straight man from South Florida- and DéRecco- a Black gay man from West Virginia - introduce dynamic conversations that are both mainstream and "outta line". Our conversations center on personal, and pop culture topics. In this space, we and our occasional guests, converse authentically, learn, and laugh with our genuinely inclusive community. Our goal is to create space for Black people to converge transparently at our various identity intersections. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the Podcast.
Legacy Lines: Grace, Grit, and the Women Who Raised Us
Black Motives and Dr. Derecco share heartfelt reflections on the lasting impact of their grandmothers' legacies, humility, and grit on their drive for knowledge and commitment to justice.
14 Nov 2024
P.I.B.S
"To be a Negro in this country and to be relatively conscious is to be in a state of rage almost all of the time — and in one's work." — James Baldwin
In this raw and unapologetically Black episode titled PIBS, @black_motives is joined by @Frednotes and @snapbackmac. He shares how James Baldwin’s courage and use of literature to analyze and critique the African American experience in the U.S. inspired him to write and record PIBS. Until May 9, 2020, @black_motives had largely observed police brutality through media, though no stranger to conversations and the study of white pathology and the oppression of Black people. PIBS became a form of expression that helped him reconcile his thoughts. His support group reminds him of the African proverb "Ubuntu"—I am because you are.
To Bri and April, thank you for being present, thank you for being brave, and thank you for doing what Black women do daily to preserve Black life.
31 Oct 2024
Chit Chats With Granny
Before creating Outta Line Podcast, @dr.derecco hosted Chit Chats w/ Granny, a podcast with his beloved grandmother. Five months after recording, she passed away. Now, he’s sharing this special episode to introduce the world to his Granny and show why she was so deeply loved.
24 Oct 2024
Black and Dating: A 3D Perspective
Doug, host of Adult, Sleep, and Repeat and a proud married man, joins our hosts to explore what it means to date with the intent to marry in a society shaped by pervasive patriarchal norms.
2 Oct 2024
Let The Beat Drop
There is no doubt that Black people are responsible for most of the music we listen to today. With Black musicians shaping the art form and inventing genres ranging from rock and roll, hip hop, Jazz, and countless other genres, Sir De and Black Motives discuss their perspectives on music in the contemporary setting and analyze their views on Black music culture. The conversation kicks off with the host discussing their favorite artist and they discover the only similarity between the two artist is the B’ in Buju Banton and B ‘ in Beyoncé. This episode begs the question, what responsibility does black artists and musicians have to the larger community and culture of Black music.
19 Sept 2024
Retire The Strong Friend
On this episode our hosts gets real about what it’s like being the “strong friend”—the one who’s always there for everyone else but finds out the hard way that support doesn’t always come back around. Sir Dé talks about juggling his first year as an entrepreneur while battling grief and depression, and how tough it was to face those dark moments alone. Tune in as our hosts share the raw, unfiltered truth about what happens when life falls apart and you're left picking up the pieces.
10 Sept 2024
The Election 2024
The people are tired. Exhausted with all the politics in politics, this episodes is one of a three part series where we discuss all things political…because EVERYTHING is political! New to politics or true to politics, this episode is one you don’t want to miss.
5 Sept 2024
Black Motives Where You Been
He’s like Carmen Sandiego in this bih! Whether he’s in Africa, Amsterdam, or kicking back in Florida, one thing is certain—family and inner peace always come first. Tune in to catch up on what Black Motives has been up to this past year away from the mic, as he gives you a glimpse into a different side of his life.
29 Aug 2024
Sir Dé Where Have You Been
We’re kicking off Episode 11 by catching up with Sir Dé. It’s been a wild year—from launching new businesses and walking away from $200K to being force to be a nomad with no home and navigating another grief journey. But there have been big wins too. Tune in to get the full story with a special bonus at the end!
22 Aug 2024
Cancel All Podcast
Our hosts are returning back to the mic after a year hiatus and wrapping up the summer. They are back with a vengeance, a special guest and starting season 2 off with a bang.
27 Dec 2022
Liberated Living
Our hosts wrap up season 1... blocking out the noise on their pursuit to liberated living.
15 Jul 2022
“Land of the thief, home of the slave” Pt. 1
A discussion about navigating Blackness during a time when gas prices are high, emotions are high, politics are cray and Black people are tired.
19 May 2022
Navigating Grief
A conversation about navigating grief and finding a new normal after a traumatic death.
25 Apr 2022
Bonus: "Leave that right where it is"
Black masculinity in proximity to fatherhood and things learned in childhood to leave behind.
14 Apr 2022
Jumping off the Porch
Black masculinity and carrying ideals of what a Black man should be and where those ideals came from.
17 Mar 2022
Building That Plate
Recapping "Seasonal Friendships" and finding just the right mixture to nurture healthy friendships with different dynamics.
29 Jan 2022
Seasonal Friendships
The gangs still here but some friendship won’t be.
29 Jan 2022
Still Processing
The baby hairs are out. The gangs all here and ready to dig deep. Friends of the show join the host and the conversation gets a little “outta line”.
29 Jan 2022
Intro: New Kid on the Block
In a small town where everything closes at 9 o clock our host meet and clash. Then decide to evolve and challenge narratives together. Join them on this journey.
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