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Ratchet & Respectable

Demetria L. Lucas
Diddy
Usher
Cassie
Ghana
Kamala Harris
Sean Combs
RICO
Sexual Assault
Donald Trump
Sex Trafficking
Denzel Washington
Tyler Perry
Beyoncé
Cassie Ventura
South Africa
Jonathan Majors
Domestic Violence
Shannon Sharpe
Essence Festival
Kendrick Lamar

It's a kiki for the culture!!! Journalist and author Demetria L. Lucas brings the group chat to life on her weekly podcast where she-- and the occasional guest-- muses on pop culture shenanigans, global galavanting, political insanity, and whatever else has captivated the zeitgeist AND her inner circle. Ratchet & Respectable is published twice weekly, every Tuesday, every Friday. Listen wherever p... more

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A Demi update; The Met Gala fashion; Stefon Diggs is not guilty, (and has more hours in a day than most people); Dr. Cheyenne Bryant is in yet another controversy; a lengthy recap of that Brandy book.

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Demi vs United Airlines; YT People Bidness (Steven McBee goes batsh— on his (now ex) girlfriend; Megan Pete and Cheating *ss Klay Thompson are over; musings on Tina Campbell and Teddy divorcing; Don Lemon upsets The People

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Nominations for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame; You, Me & Tuscany debuts; Nia Long does Playboy; The Testaments on HULU; Tia & Tamera have separate dramas; Gucci was kidnapped (by idiots) in January; That TLC tour is still happening; Usher on tour with... more

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Recent Guests

Jamal Bryant
Pastor and public figure involved in a publicized boycott-related controversy
Episode: The Oscars, Jamal Bryant & Beyonce’s Bitter Daddy
Ashley Cobb
Author of Pleasure, Please: The Black Woman's Guide to Unapologetic Pleasure and Confidence
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Episode: Where is Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Obama of the South Side?
Monet X Change
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Episode: Crash Out: The Sherrone Moore Story
Kevin Fredericks
NAACP Image Award-winning comedian and two-time New York Times bestselling author
KevOnStage Studios
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: RHOP Star Arrested, KevOnStage on Failing Forward
Kim Foxx
Former Cook County State's Attorney and legal expert
Episode: Act Your Wage
LeToya Luckett
Actress and singer known for her role in Divorce Sisters
Divorce Sisters
Episode: Divorced Sistas (feat. LeToya Luckett)
Malcolm D. Lee
Filmmaker and director of The Best Man franchise
Episode: The Best Man: Unfinished Business (ie, The Book) **NO SPOILERS**
Jayne Allen
Author known for the Black Girl trilogy
Episode: The Best Man: Unfinished Business (ie, The Book) **NO SPOILERS**
Michael Barclay
Chief Events Officer for the Essence Festival of Culture
Essence Festival
Episode: ESSENCE Fest: Sorting thru the Rumors, Allegations and Straight Up Lies! (Oh, and taking accountability too.)

Host

Demetria L. Lucas
Host of Ratchet & Respectable; self-described journalist and author; primary speaker.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.3k ratings
  • Easy to follow

    Easy bc she’s good at telling the story. She keeps it going quickly and smoothly and she occasionally makes me laugh when she adds her one line opinion/exclamation. I saw the Diddy Netflix doc series and she did a really good job recounting it. I will check out other eps:)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    meliknox
    United States6 months ago
  • Simply the best… and about R Kelly

    This is my absolute favorite. Must listen to podcast every week. Demi is not just a friend in my head, but she’s kinda like my younger sister in my head, which means a lot because I’m an only child and I like that. Anyway, if you’re not listening to this show, I don’t know what you’re doing with your life. You’re getting the wrong information and no laughs at all. Now… About R. Kelly… Cousin Symone, the attorney said that we need to continue streaming R. Kelly because that’s the only way the vic... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vee Dubya
    United States7 months ago
  • Tired of the Taylor Swift Hate

    I normally love Demetria. But this last episode was hypocritical. Demetria says Taylor Swift needs to hold her fans accountable, but does not have that same energy for Beyonce and The Hive! They went on a witch hunt looking for Becky with The Good Haut. And Kayla not innocent! There are Black Swifties out there and Im one of them! I listened to the whole album and Taylor said nothing about that girl.

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    1
    7LadiBugs
    United States7 months ago
  • Ok Ms Girl!

    That Gilded Age recap?!?! I felt like you were sitting in front of me talking to me about it😂best recap/commentary I have heard on any show!!!! This was my first listen and I can’t wait to hear more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nola girl 89
    United States9 months ago
  • Like chatting with your homegirl

    I love this podcast. I listen and talk back like she can hear me. Lol!! It’s smart and entertaining and REAL. It really feel Like Sis is letting us into her life. I agree with another listener who said some solo host podcast seem dry and unfocused. This doesn’t. I have nothing but good things and recommendations for others to listen regularly. Demi is like my big sis in my head. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
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    LovelyWineLady
    United States10 months ago

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Fans describe the host as witty, relatable, and uncensored, valuing honesty and sharp takes on culture.
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Listeners praise the show for feeling like chatting with a friend who keeps it real and informed.

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BONUS EPISODE: RHOP Star Arrested, KevOnStage on Failing Forward
Q: What are you working on next?
I'm partnering with a company to release a new comedic show that viewers can watch for free, which is important during tough economic times.
BONUS EPISODE: RHOP Star Arrested, KevOnStage on Failing Forward
Q: Why does it feel weird?
Being recognized as a two-time New York Times bestselling author feels surreal because it's a milestone many do not expect to achieve, and it challenges previous assumptions about my success.
Divorced Sistas (feat. LeToya Luckett)
Q: What's the secret to moving on?
Doing your work through therapy and making sure you're fully healed before starting a new relationship.
Divorced Sistas (feat. LeToya Luckett)
Q: What are your signs when you know it's time to go?
Trusting yourself and recognizing red flags are key to knowing when it's time to end a relationship.
The Best Man: Unfinished Business (ie, The Book) **NO SPOILERS**
Q: What does the book aim to achieve with its themes around Black womanhood?
Allen mentioned that the book gives a voice to complexities of Black women, showing vulnerability and the societal pressures they face.

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