Don't @ Me with Justin Simien

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Join me, filmmaker and author Justin Simien, for unfiltered conversations with the film stars, artists and tv creators shaping black, queer and other emerging popular cultures. Be a fly on the wall as me and my guests use a common love language of "shade" to dive deeper than the knee-jerk reactions and the Twitter hot takes. If you're a fan of my film turned hit tv show "Dear White People," you already know I'll be going deep, with wide ranging conversations about race, pop culture, film, tv, political movements, religion, drugs and occasionally highly coded Hollywood gossip. Unless you're ready for all this tea, "Don't @ Me."We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com   Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/us/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy

Recent Episodes
  • Breaking Shame Cycles w/ Dahéli Hall
    Feb 1, 2021 – 01:00:41
  • Hollywood Outsiders w/ Sam Bailey
    Dec 21, 2020 – 01:04:24
  • Queer Divinity w/ Alex Newell
    Dec 14, 2020 – 01:00:05
  • The Not-So-Hidden Talents of Malcolm Barrett
    Dec 7, 2020 – 01:10:29
  • The Gospel of Karamo Brown
    Nov 23, 2020 – 01:09:25
  • Directing While Black w/ Tiffany Johnson
    Nov 16, 2020 – 01:03:54
  • Being Bold w/ Dime Davis
    Nov 2, 2020 – 01:14:41
  • Bad Hair w/ Jarrett Hill
    Oct 21, 2020 – 01:08:36
  • The 40 Year-Old Version w/ Radha Blank
    Oct 14, 2020 – 01:09:32
  • The Audacity of Punks w/ Patrik-Ian Polk
    Oct 7, 2020 – 01:09:57
  • Leading with Love w/ Laverne Cox
    Sep 30, 2020 – 01:05:51
  • Grinding During the Apocalypse with Issa Rae
    Sep 23, 2020 – 56:16
  • The Art of Acting w/ Chanté Adams
    Sep 17, 2020 – 55:49
  • Pure Creativity with Terence Nance
    Sep 9, 2020 – 01:01:23
  • Hollywood Demons w/ Janicza Bravo
    Sep 2, 2020 – 47:25
  • Interrogating Whiteness w/ Janicza Bravo
    Aug 26, 2020 – 45:46
  • Cinema As Therapy w/ Alma Har’el
    Aug 19, 2020 – 01:06:43
  • Sam Jay: Sam Jay Will Not Be Silent
    Aug 12, 2020 – 01:05:29
  • Sorry to Bother You
    Dec 18, 2018 – 49:36
  • The Unicorns
    Dec 11, 2018 – 43:54
  • Food on Film
    Dec 4, 2018 – 44:29
  • The Sisterhood
    Nov 27, 2018 – 51:36
  • The Collaborators with Peter Farrelly and Kris Bowers
    Nov 20, 2018 – 43:02
  • The Dream with Issa Rae
    Nov 13, 2018 – 36:50
  • Destiny's Children with Kelly Rowland and Elle Lorraine
    Nov 6, 2018 – 42:57
  • The Problem Solvers
    Oct 30, 2018 – 36:05
  • The ‘Moral Correctness’ Debate
    Oct 16, 2018 – 41:00
  • The Storyteller with Janet Mock
    Oct 9, 2018 – 44:42
  • The Binge with Netflix’s Ted Sarandos
    Oct 2, 2018 – 46:22
  • The Process with Lena Waithe (Live at LA Film Festival)
    Sep 25, 2018 – 01:01:08
  • Jeff Chang: The Afro-Asian Connection
    Sep 18, 2018 – 48:26
  • The White Boyfriend with Zazie Beetz, David Rysdahl & Rick Proctor
    Sep 11, 2018 – 46:52
  • The Black Cloud with Zazie Beetz
    Sep 4, 2018 – 36:42
  • The Rundown Breakdown with Robin Thede
    Aug 28, 2018 – 47:56
  • The one-and-only Ava
    Aug 21, 2018 – 36:40
  • The Trailblazer: Cheryl Dunye
    Aug 14, 2018 – 42:18
  • The Gatekeeper
    Aug 7, 2018 – 47:08
  • The Sexual (and Gender) Revolution with Kimberly Peirce
    Jul 31, 2018 – 58:26
  • The Dynamic Duo: Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casal
    Jul 24, 2018 – 42:16
  • The Auteur Barry Jenkins
    Jul 17, 2018 – 47:39
  • The Mirror
    Jul 10, 2018 – 56:56
  • The Black Female Director with Dime Davis and Tiffany Johnson
    Jul 3, 2018 – 45:25
  • The Cookout
    Jun 26, 2018 – 40:19
Recent Reviews
  • Editrix9
    My new favorite podcast
    I just discovered this podcast during quarantine and I LOVE it! Justin is so warm and funny, and I love his conversations with POCs in the entertainment community, which are insightful and just fun. He’s like the new Terry Gross (of Fresh Air)!
  • wallybeara
    Just so so good
    Yay!!! It’s back!!!!! Love the guest, love Justin’s interview style. I can guarantee that each episode I’m going to laugh, going to google someone/thing, and I’m going to be sad when it’s over. So glad that this show is back!!!!!!!!! And we need to see this durag empire sketch, just saying.
  • Protochicken
    Don’t @ Me is Back!!
    So glad this podcast is back! What a great surprise!
  • hisweetsweet
    Wish I found this sooner
    Such terrific guests and insightful, nourishing, honest conversations on race, gender, sex and culture. Fills me with hope. Fingers crossed for a second season!
  • imawilks
    ⋆ This podcast is appreciated⋆
    With all of the love I have for Dear White People, I became intrigued by the mind behind it. Justin Simien, thank you for being one of the contributions for continuing our narrative ⋆ by us ⋆. Don’t @ Me is fantastic, informative, fun and appreciated. If there’s more, I can’t wait!
  • Momomo87
    LOVE LOVE LOVE
    I LOVE this podcast. I'm learning, laughing, and loving these conversations!
  • RebelRamon
    Dope
    This Podcast is dope, that boy connected ain’t he? Lol
  • Ama the pharaoh
    More Black Female Producers!
    Loved hearing from Alana and Cameron, it’s hard navigating and figuring out where you fit (want to fit) and how to enter the industry. But hearing from women like these is so eye opening. Thank you Justin for all of these conversations.
  • zulu dar
    Don’t @me but I love this show
    Love this podcast. Justin humor is only surpassed by his wicked intellect. Oh and thank you bringing on Robin, I love her and went back and watched every episode of The Rundown!
  • sayoakao
    Unicorns Are Real
    I have been an avid listener of this podcast for the last few months and been impressed and comforted by so many of these conversations that Justin has brought us in on. I was drawn to write a review after listening to "The Unicorns" episode on my way to my white marketing agency in even whiter Phoenix, Arizona. The unfiltered approach to this episode and so many others allows me to be more honest with myself and be motivated by the fact that peple I respect and see breaking barriers have felt the same fears as me, gone through the same struggles as me and ultimately grew in ways that now feel possible for me too. This podcast is truly a gem and it's incredible to see black people in more mediums like this!
  • joyfullybea
    Pod for the (Internet) Culture
    Such necessary voices and thoroughly entertaining. Justin is such a smart person who I love hearing talk about art. It’s also produced by the same showrunner (Gina Delvac) of the great pod “Call Your Girlfriend”. If you want smart funny and fresh cultural conversation about what’s poppin NOW, get into this pod.
  • ricebowlhaircut
    Slightly Misogynistic
    I mostly enjoy this podcast, however there were a few interviews that made me cringe with the misogynistic language he used. I’m surprised the producing team allowed it. Backhanded language about women to describe anyone is lazy and unnecessary.
  • Fahbunique
    Reunited & It Feels SO GOOD 🎶 ✊🏾
    Justin and the team of artists on this show are in sync with a pulse that’s so current and necessary. My heart is articulated and my mind stimulated from the different points of view expressed in this show. It has renewed my affinity for podcasts.
  • VegetarianProfLA
    Super fun and interesting
    I thoroughly enjoy listening to this podcast during my sloooooow morning commute on the 405. It provides great insider access to the creative minds in Hollywood and great representation for voices we don't always hear. Today I learned about the streaming business from Netflix's Ted Sarandos and the story behind the show "Pose" from Janet Mock.
  • memarovich
    Amen for Recognizing Depression/Anxiety!
    This is a groundbreaking and exciting show with honest heartfelt episodes. Thank you for keeping it really real!
  • i eat boards for breakfast
    Necessary + Delicious BRAINFOOD
    I could not be happier to drop in on these conversations. Justin and his guest have wonderful journeys, careers, philosophies, and pathways for a better world. As a cis white woman I feel I need to hear more dialogs and conversations like those between Justin and his guests. This podcast makes me happy about the future of our industry.
  • @mrdelancy
    Justin’s My Peoples!!!
    He’s so intelligent, and I’ve come to learn a thing or two about the business of TV and how we’re really living in the Black Renaissance for storytellers right now... Also, Justin talks race, screenwriting, politics and it helps that he loves Moonlight and Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGriddles from McDonalds —the same way I do... so he wins and now I’m a big supporter<3
  • Skye Fly
    Great Conversations
    Some of the best conversations you will hear in a podcast. I love Justin and his energy!
  • Kristal J.
    Good stuff
    Hillman Grad Network sent me here. I really enjoy this podcast. It’s very refreshing and real. Justin is a great host and I like the broad spectrum he plucks his guests from to discuss different topics. My only suggestion is there should be more interviews with people in film/tv/ent who have taken a non-traditional path into the industry. The Ava interview was great but she was industry adjacent. I’d like to hear more from people who didn’t have any sort of connections/contacts in the industry, didn’t go to film school, had whole other careers, etc.
  • Mode Nicky
    KEEP’em Coming!
    I LOVE THIS PODCAST SO MUCH! It gives me insight on things I didn’t even know I needed insight on!
  • Freeleo...
    I Love This Podcast!
    I'm a longtime subsciber to KCRW. I love thier programming. Because of shows like Don't@Me, I'll be incresing my monthing contribution to the station. Keep up the great work!
  • G by T
    so into it!
    justin! 😍
  • John F. Estrada
    Props !!!
    Epic conversation for the soul and the mind. Enjoying Justin’s smooth delivery and insightful conversations. Bring it.
  • CBCinOC
    Inspired Enlightenment
    So Glad I listen and support KCRW- and learned about this podcast. Justin,your show gives us clarity, great DEEP and Tru talking points and wild guests. Culture is moving and morphing and you help shape that. The show helps us pay attention and stay awake. Thank you for your gifts.
  • Suzy Santa Monica
    Don't @ Me
    I LOVE this podcast. Justin Simien is a genius. He is thoughtful, passionate, articulate and an incredible marketer. Everyone should listen.
  • geushqisbdi
    My new fav.
    So good.
  • goodtimecharlie
    Get this podcast!!
    This guy gives a great interview and will definitely be a big Star sometime really soon.
  • JMDFREE3
    Guest Recommendation
    Get Janelle Monae
  • Jellen16
    A show where artists talk all things art...LOVE!
    Thank you, Justin for giving us more artistic life with this podcast. Enjoy listening to the words behind little known and famous artists. I know you get excited in your conversations, but please don’t interrupt your guests while they speak. I noticed it happening quite a bit with the episode featuring Kimberly Pierce. Keep up the inspiring work!
  • barriersnow
    So exciting, such a great show
    Wonderful discussions of film, film as craft and art, and also much needed pov’s from POCs in entertainment. Subscribe!
  • Incognegro65
    Thank You!
    I love this podcast. Urbane, Insightful and Candid. Bravo!
  • DirkD
    Don't @ Me is Where It's At
    Justin Simien's podcast voice hooked me from the get go. His conversations with each guest are witty, inspirational, inlightening, and hilarious. Also, the jazzy theme song is on point.
  • PJ Johnnie
    Informative
    His was so informative as an artist and as a black human in America! Thank you so much for this!
  • OliviaViolet
    Check this podcast out!
    Thank you for continuing to open our eyes to different points of view in a way that is engaging, thoughtful, entertaining and welcoming!
  • Kait Gilleran
    People lifting up people
    I’m not huge on interview podcasts, but this one stands apart. Simien is a thoughtful host who doesn’t waste half the podcast talking over his guests (as many interviewers do) and it’s clear that both he and his guests have so much respect for each other. An empowering, enlightening, and humorous podcast giving voice to a portion of the entertainment industry that hasn’t had as bright a spotlight on the inner workings in popular media today.
  • atwitty92
    I.LIVE.
    It’s fabulous! It was exactly what I was missing from my podcast queue! Love hearing black people discuss and have strong viewpoints and knowledge about film! I stan, I live, I listen!
  • Lena N ;)
    Love!!!
    As an aspiring filmmaker in high school, I appreciate hearing from Black creators just as focused on honing their craft as I am. The social commentary has opened my eyes to the ties of politics to art and how film bring them together harmoniously.
  • Ry Wise
    Wow
    Only two episodes and it’s my favorite podcast. As an aspiring black director (and mega fan of all things dear white people) it’s awesome to hear these discussions. A part of me wishes the show started years ago and I only now learned of it so I’d have a ton of episodes to go through.
  • Twomaese
    Priceless
    This is a fantastic balance between intelletual discourse, education and waltzing somewhere near the edge of provocation for the mainstream disposition. I learn, laugh and want to part take.
  • shopgirlkc
    The space of a breath
    Justin said this is a space to take a breath about controversial topics. Instead of going straight for vitriol and bumper sticker politics, he and his guests dig into the topics and speak about them in the space of that breath. This beautiful space he has created is reshaping my mind and worldview. So much better for my mental health. Thank you!
  • Chi_writer
    Dopeness
    Just what “The Culture” needed! #dopeness
  • MamaTV
    Excellence, indeed!
    Can't wait for more episodes. Ready for your TV talk show, Mr. Justin!
  • Elialicia
    Exactly what you expect
    This podcast is exactly what you would expect from Justin. He is just as witty and entertaining as his work has lead him out to be.
  • veronica_kab
    So excited that I found this podcast!
    Awesome conversations and important topics to consider - so happy I found this one!
  • kirbyalexismc
    Yess!
    Love the energy and the vibe of this podcast. Don’t @ me but this is the first review I’ve left on a podcast.
  • Pretty_brown
    Love what I’m hearing so far
    New to the Podcast, someone actually suggested that I listen, and I’m glad I listened to them, and I love what I’m hearing from you.. Keep up the good work!❤️🦋❤️
  • Leeizms
    This is fantastic!!!!!
    Love This!!! Insightful conversations!! Interesting takes on our culture!!! can’t wait for the next one!!!
  • JFo1234
    Yes!
    Love the conversation. It’s real.
  • raygerr
    Yessssssss
    Super refreshing to hear REAL TALK. I’m in.
  • nycrdg
    Excited!
    Grateful for this space to hear real stories and conversation that goes way beyond what’s PC. Thank you Justin and KCRW!
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