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Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood]

Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood]
Hollywood
Hollywood Diversity
Black Representation In Film
Netflix
Comedy
Rotten Tomatoes
Race In Hollywood
Denzel Washington
A24
Eddie Murphy
Sinners
Black History Month
Zendaya
Lakeith Stanfield
I Saw the TV Glow
The Woman In the Yard
Elio
Diversity In Hollywood
Oscars
White House Down

Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] is a comedic podcast that reviews films with leading actors of color and analyzes them in the context of race and Hollywood's diversity issues. Hosted by Jonathan Braylock, Jerah Milligan, and James III. BMCJ is an iTunes Editor's Choice podcast and has reached #2 on the iTunes Film/TV charts. BMCJ has also been covered by multiple websites including Huffington ... more

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Latest Episodes

This week, James, Jerah, and Jon are covering Shadow Force (2025), directed by Joe Carnahan, written by Leon Chills and Joe Carnahan, starring Kerry Washington, Omar Sy, Mark Strong, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and Cliff “Method Man” Smith. Together, they ... more

This week, James, Jerah, and Jon are covering Michael, directed by Antoine Fuqua, written by John Logan, starring Jaafar Jackson, Nia Long, Juliano Valdi, KeiLyn Durrel Jones, Laura Harrier, Jessica Sula, Mike Meyers, Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo... more

This week, James, Jerah, and Jon are covering Thrash, written and directed by Tommy Wirkola, starring Phoebe Dynevor, Whitney Peak, and Djimon Hounsou. Together, they discuss bull sharks, the film’s crisp runtime, why Thrash might've popped on Netfli... more

This week, James, Jerah, and Jon are joined Yazmin Monet Watkins (Grand Crew, “Who All Gon’ Be There?”) to cover You, Me & Tuscany, directed by Kat Coiro, screenplay by Ryan Engle, story by Ryan Engle and Kristin N. Engle, starring Halle Bailey, Regé... more

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Recent Guests

Yazmin Monet Watkins
Actress and comedian
Grand Crew, UCB LA
Episode: You, Me & Tuscany w/Yazmin Monet Watkins (Teaser)
Tim Barnes
Incredible comedian, writer, and creator of Judge Travis
Episode: Loving w/ Tim Barnes
Brandon Collins
Writer, producer, comedian, and fellow podcaster.
Hosts Drunk Black History and Medium Popcorn
Episode: Night Patrol w/ Brandon Collins (Teaser)
Ian Edwards
A hilarious comedian and the guest on this episode who has a new comedy special on YouTube.
YouTube
Episode: Being Eddie w/ Ian Edwards
Tessa Claire Hersh
Incredible actress, writer, and poet; wife of Jonathan Braylock
Episode: Wicked: For Good w/ Moni Odeyepo and Tessa Claire Hersh (Teaser)
Moni Odeyepo
Incredible actress, writer, and improviser, comedian
Episode: Wicked: For Good w/ Moni Odeyepo and Tessa Claire Hersh (Teaser)
Kobi Omenaka
A producer and podcaster known for his work on Flixwatcher and The Wire Stripped.
Flixwatcher, The Wire Stripped
Episode: War of the Worlds w/ Kobi Omenaka
Carl Tart
Caribbean writer and returning guest
Episode: 1992 w/ Carl Tart (Teaser)
Lucy Dolly Claires
An actor based in New York City, originally from Hawaii, and a model.
Episode: Lilo & Stitch w/ Lucy Dolly Claires (Teaser)

Hosts

Jonathan Braylock
Jonathan Braylock, co-host of Black Men Can't Jump In Hollywood, brings film analysis with a focus on representation and Black cinema.
Jerah Milligan
Jerah Milligan, co-host, contributes cultural critique and discussions around race, film, and industry dynamics.
James III
James III, co-host, analyzes storytelling, representation, and industry trends with humor.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Are you pro-ICE?

    You’re running ads to join ICE. So how about you fix that.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RedHairyGoat
    United States6 months ago
  • Great show!

    Love it! Feel like I’m not understanding your guys’ view of satire/black comedy if you think the latest PTA isn’t a comedy in any way? I feel like it is. Respectfully.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jr1372
    United States7 months ago
  • Review all movies

    I love the premise I wish I could hear all of your takes on other popular movies that don’t have POCs on RedCircle

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trabrater
    United States8 months ago
  • Great time!

    Very thoughtful and fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    holderch5
    United States9 months ago
  • Crash?

    I love this show, it’s great and if you haven’t tried it you should. But I have to be honest, I left a review now so I could say that I really kept thinking Jon must be doing a bit in the Crash episode. Crash??

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1-.:321
    United States9 months ago

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Guests and topics receive broad appreciation for diversity and insights.
Fans value the balance of humor and sharp film analysis.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and smart takes on representation.
Some listeners push back on paywalls and ads but still show strong loyalty.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#46
Poland/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#231
Hong Kong/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Loving w/ Tim Barnes
Q: So today we are talking about the film Loving.
This movie came out in 2016. It is about the couple that was at the center of the Supreme Court case that finally made it like, hey, interracial marriage is okay everywhere in the United States.
Loving w/ Tim Barnes
Q: Tim, we usually let our guests go first unless you don't want to. You could pass it.
I think I couldn't help but think about the timing. This was probably filmed during the Obama administration, and then it came out in 2016.
One Battle After Another
Q: What are your initial thoughts on the film?
The hosts expressed admiration for the film's direction and performances, particularly how it tackled political themes while maintaining engagement.
Lilies of the Field w/ Ben Arogundade (Teaser)
Q: How do we maintain the desire for fairness and compassion in the industry?
Arogundade suggests that societal change is often triggered by external events rather than lasting moral change, creating a need for continual advocacy for representation.
Lilies of the Field w/ Ben Arogundade (Teaser)
Q: Did you find yourself feeling empowered by writing this book or did it bring you down a little?
He views it as a pragmatic effort to illuminate the facts about racial disparities in Hollywood rather than getting discouraged by them.

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A sharp, humorous film-critique show that centers movies featuring leads of color and examines representation in Hollywood. Hosts mix witty banter with thoughtful analysis of casting, storytelling, and industry dynamics, often tying films to broader cultural conversations and real-world events. The format blends entertainment with candid discussions about race, diversity, and the business of cinema, offering insights for listeners who want smarter takes on pop culture and Black cinema. A standout trait is its consistent focus on representation without losing a playful, accessible delivery, making it appealing to both cinephiles and casual viewers seeking context for modern Hollywood.

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