Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Capitalism, Beef and Jay-Z, Usher Praises Diddy, Plus a ’Beauty in Black’ Conversation
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Mar 27, 2026 Crystle Stewart, actress and former beauty queen who stars as Mallory. Taylor Polidore Williams, actress and filmmaker who plays Kimmy. They discuss Netflix’s Beauty in Black, handling fame and explicit scenes, race and representation, and how the show connects with audiences. The conversation also touches on online criticism and hopes for future seasons.
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Drewski Evolved Into Bold Cultural Satirist
- Drewski's sketches evolved from benign relationship bits to pointed political and cultural satire that now targets groups across the spectrum.
- His reach and willingness to provoke make him an influential and polarizing cultural commentator.
LaRussell Misstep Can Become A Deeper Connection
- Van recounts LaRussell's controversy as a teachable moment about using missteps to deepen audience connection.
- He contrasts doubling down with taking responsibility and says genuine follow-up can convert an L into a W.
Jay-Z Frames Capitalism As Practical Escape
- Jay-Z defends being a capitalist as a realistic path he used to escape his circumstances rather than an ethical indictment.
- Van and Rachel unpack the tension: personal success vs systemic failures and inequality.