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We hope that you are enjoying your Labor Day weekend, folks!  Perhaps to further enjoy your respite, check out the latest episode of Afronerd Radio's Grindhouse broadcast airing every Sunday at 6 p.m. eastern on BTalk 100.  The issues to be discussed this time are listed as follows: the crew discuss their trials respective experiences as New Yorkers dealing with the torrential onslaught of Hurricane Ida  

Dburt actually went to a movie theater for the first time in over a year and it was Marvel's Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings that pulled him!  We will provide you with our impressions of the film which is projected to make 75-85 million at the box office this 3-day holiday weekend;   A Gamesradar.com piece posits that the vaunted DC vs. Marvel rivalry is officially over (OK....we didn't get that memo, but let's see);  popular podcaster/comedian, Joe Rogan recently disclosed that he contracted COVID-19 but was able to combat the virus with some fairly questionable drugs (as opposed to getting vaccinated); And what about that Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future franchise, Taxi) Rick and Morty Adult Swim promo?....Great Scott!

And then there's the upcoming Injustice VG to animated movie...hmm:

actor, Jaleel White's interview on the People's Party with Talib Kweli provides some interesting insight

into the early development of his iconic Steve Urkel character (and indirectly providing nascent blerd imagery):

And then there's this:

Tonight, an all Black male crew broadcasted the 10 p.m. newscast on NBC 33.

Everyone from the anchor, reporter, sports, weather & production are black males.

We work so hard, do amazing jobs & this moment is so humbling to us.

This is Black Excellence! #BlackBoyJoy pic.twitter.com/3GtvyOdbv6

— Jonah Gilmore (@JonahMGilmore) September 4, 2021

 And lastly, our thoughts about Facebook's apology for their A.I. labeling a video about Black men as "primates."  SO are we to assume that racial animus will be "baked in" to the algorithm?   

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By Brande Victorian ·September 6, 2021 Published · September 6, 2021 Updated

Michael K. Williams, who rose to fame for his portrayal of Omar on HBO’s The Wire, has died at the age of 54.

According to the NY Post, Williams was found dead in his Brooklyn apartment by his nephew Monday afternoon. Sources told the outlet drug paraphernalia was found in the penthouse on Kent Avenue, suggesting a possible overdose.

In March, Williams won a Critics Choice Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for his portrayal of Montrose Freeman in Lovecraft Country. He told us during the virtual press interviews following his win, “I made a decision very early on in my career that the two things I will go for when I’m asked to do a role is I will look for the truth and I will tell that truth with as much compassion and as much empathy as I can.”

Additional HBO projects for Williams included Boardwalk Empire and the biopic Bessie, for which he received a Primetime Emmy nomination. He also had supporting roles in a number of other TV series and films throughout his career, including Gone Baby Gone, 12 Years a Slave, When They See Us, and The Night Of.He received Primetime Emmy nomination for the latter two projects as well.

In June, Williams was a part of a tribute to DMX, who died of a drug overdose at the age of 50 on April 9, at the BET Awards.

Michael K. Williams Tribute to DMX. We have now lost both Michael & DMX in the same year. RIP. pic.twitter.com/zLGF1FZB2A

The actor was a native New Yorker, born November 22, 1966, in Flatbush, Brooklyn, to a mother from Nassau, Bahamas, and a father from South Carolina.

TOPICS:  Michael K. Williams

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If you’re about that BNP life, chances are you enjoy a good anime or cartoon. I mean, we are talmbout a world where Naruto, X-Men TAS, Demon Slayer, Scooby Doo, DBZ and Gargoyles exist. But even with the culture trending in the right direction after heavy cosigns from public figures like Nicki Minaj, Michael B Jordan, Kim K., and Meagan Thee Stallion, it’s rough out here in these nerdy streets, especially for the youth. Don’t worry youngins, because loving these shows and this medium also causes a defensive mechanism that manifests in the form of a mean clapback game. Attacks on your maturity can only be repaid in blood namean? Orrr we can take the high road and point out incredibly animated shows on tv and streaming services so others can realize the greatness they’re missing out on themselves (Craig of the Creek, Archer, and My Hero Academia to name a few).

Marvel’s newest show, What If…?, explores the countless realities that are floating out there in the folds of the Marvel universe. This show gives us a peek at another version of our favorite characters. Vastly different sides of these hero’s personalities are on display and it’s such a breath of fresh air! We’ve been blessed to see dozens of well portrayed heroes for the last decade+, but this show right here my G?! This show is straight flames in the nerdy streets!

T’Challa becoming Star Lord instead of Black Panther?? My brain and heart fought a hype battle while loving and hating this version of the King son of Wakanda. Comic book Twilight Zone with the flow! It was cool to see the eventual enslavement of man after the Avengers were removed from the picture, emphasizing how much Earth needs its mightiest heroes.

But it wasn’t until the latest episode that What If…? clearly separated itself from many well-done animated shows. There wasn’t a simple swap of personalities this time. We watch a version of Stephen Strange lose his heart, and it was crushing. Instead of his hands, the universe takes his love, his everything, and the resulting story tugged on every fiber in my body like Pain’s Almighty Push jutsu. Watching some hero a character descend into madness over the lost love of their life and resort to the dark arts is nothing new. What was wild and refreshing was the way this show “shot” Doctor Strange Supreme going full demonic Cell on the game!

Watching Strange devour those mythical creatures and absorb their features for a few seconds each was bananas and set a new bar for this show. What If…? Promised an authentic look at the multiverse, and they’re doing a fire job in the first 4 episodes. Each has been honest and realistic without a shred of remorse for these flawed characters. Can’t wait to see who is featured in the remaining episodes.

Cartoon and anime heads, rejoice. Animation fans in general, continue to be proud of your interests. Don’t let haters knock you down or drive you away from something you love. We’re out here in these nerdy internet streets. You have a home with us!

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As is our custom, the Afronerd Radio "steam engine" has a chock full of subject matter to unpack for this week's internet radio entry! Listen to the latest musings from your loyal AFROnerdist hosts for this week's Mid Week in Review-airing every Wednesday at 8 p.m. eastern on BTalk 100.  The topics to be bandied about are:  the recent announcement that Disney+  is working on a sequel to the 1991 cult classic superhero/comic book film, The Rocketeer, produced and starring noted actor, David Oyelowo (Selma, A Wrinkle in Time);  anti-black racism being a global phenomenon is nothing new but it still stings nevertheless-a Russian restaurant chain apologized and removed an ad featuring a black man surrounded by a bevy of European models well.....because it offended a far-right group for some reason;   

Our impressions of the fourth episode of Disney+'s What If? series and if there are any clues or implications to be seen in a live-action Marvel iteration; we haven't spoken about the recent CinemaCon event (and we will) but word has that legendary actor/director, Sylvester Stallone still "has it" based on his The Samaritan superhero trailer which was shown at the convention to rave reviews;  Dburt weighs in on S2 of Paramount Plus' Evil series starring Mike Colter (Luke Cage); the FanDome Warner Media event returns this year with an all-star lineup;  the long-delayed James Bond trailer for No Time To Die just hit the cyberwebs:

Popular comedic actor and well-renowned geek, Patton Oswalt has recently been campaigning of sorts via social media for Marvel to consider crafting a Daughters of the Dragon series based on their Misty Knight and Colleen Wing characters last seen in the Marvel Netflix universe; And lastly, per time constraints, perhaps we can discuss football great, Cam Newton, and his COVID-19 ouster from the NE Patriots.    

One thing that Dburt is doing (finally) is investing in cryptocurrency, courtesy of Roundlyx. We would implore our followers to investigate, discern and then explore by using our referral code: afro-87A4BF

Call us LIVE at 508-645-0100. AFTER CLICKING ON THE HIGHLIGHTED LINK, GO DIRECTLY TO AFRONERD RADIO!!! 

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Also, Afronerd Radio's podcast format can be heard via BTalk 100 Pandora, Spotify and,  IHeartRadio....more formats to follow!