Demi is un-sick; Colin Powell goes Up Yonder; HU is rat-infested; Kyrie Irving is… exhausting; “Eddie Winslow” goes viral. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: Go to masterclass.com/RATCHET for 15% off MasterClass. It’s never too early to start prepping for the holiday rush, so get a head start with ShipStation. Just go to shipstation.com, click on the microphone at the top, and enter in RESPECT to get a 60-day free trial! Check out omaze.com/ratchet. Enter TODAY for your chance to win the “Miami Dream House” or other life-changing prizes and experiences. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code ratchet20. Discover your inner-Tom Boy. And let me get you started with my special discount. Go to tomboyx.com and enter code RATCHET to get an extra 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ratchet & Respectable

It’s Always Something

Demi returns to LA; Grown Black Men are having the best week ever; Adele drops a new single, Wu Tang on HULU is tear-jerker TV; Demi has an encounter in Brooklyn. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: Design like a pro with Canva Pro! Right now, you can get a free 45-day extended trial when you use my promo code! Just go to canva.me/ratchet to get your FREE 45-day extended trial. Right now, ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to shesbirdie.com/RATCHET. Get unlimited access to every MasterClass, and as a listener, you get 15% off an annual membership! Go to masterclass.com/RATCHET. The Twenties After Show with B. Scott! Wednesdays at 10:30/9:30 central on BET. Vist BET.com for more. Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to Sakara.com/RATCHET or enter code RATCHET at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Divine Feminine

Demi’s in Mexico; Adele is back after a five year hiatus; Ratchet & Respectable merch is on the way; Kim K does SNL; Dave Chappelle is dead ass wrong for The Closer. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: Right now, Modern Fertility is offering our listeners $20 off the test when you go to modernfertility.com/ratchet.  Check out Chime today at chime.com/RATCHET. Design like a pro with Canva Pro! Right now, you can get a free 45-day extended trial when you use my promo code! Just go to canva.me/ratchet to get your FREE 45-day extended trial. Right now, ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to shesbirdie.com/RATCHET. Visit pendulumlife.com to find out more. And use promo code RATCHET for 20% off your first bottle of membership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Superheroes

Demi’s braces are finally off; a George Floyd statue is defaced, again; The Bruces get their beach back; Tesla  and the FDNY have a racism problem; What is going on with Wendy? Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: Take control of your glucose levels today. Try Pendulum Glucose Control for 90 days. If you’re not satisfied with your levels, you’ll get your money back. Visit pendulumlife.com to find out more. And use promo code RATCHET for 20% off your first bottle of membership. Check out CrowdHealth! For a limited time, my listeners get their first month free - AND, after you’ve been a member, CrowdHealth will include a Fitness Wearable. That’s 30 days to try risk free plus the Fitness Wearable. Just go to JoinCrowdHealth.com/fit and enter code RATCHET at sign up. It’s never too early to start prepping for the holiday rush, so get a head start with ShipStation. My listeners can use my offer code, RESPECT, to get a 60-day free trial, just in time for the holidays! Just go to ShipStation.com, click on the microphone at the top, and enter in RESPECT. Secure your online data TODAY by visiting expressVPN.com/ratchet and you can get an extra three months FREE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cut the Check

Demi’s back in LA; Damson Idris wants to be called “Daddy” (I think?); The Marjorie and The Cardi stunt on us from Paris; a review of The Wonder Years; Kierna Mayo has a new podcast; and The Dr. Joan Morgan chats about  pivoting, legacy-building; and living the dream. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: Check out CrowdHealth! My listeners get their first month free - AND, after you’ve been a member, CrowdHealth will include a Fitness Wearable. That’s 30 days to try risk free plus the Fitness Wearable. Just go to JoinCrowdHealth.com/fit and enter code RATCHET at sign up. If you’re looking for a new mattress, check out birchliving.com/ratchet and check it out. They have a 25 year warranty and you get to try it out for a hundred nights, risk free. They’ll pick it up for you if you don’t love it - but I know you will. Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to upstart.com/RATCHET. Go to curology.com/RATCHET for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/ratchet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Belle in Brooklyn; Bethann Hardison is writing a memoir; Tarana Burke is a 2x NYT bestseller; Tabitha Brown is on book tour; BMF has been renewed (already); Bridgerton has a bunch of Black girls; The Super Bowl halftime show is bonkers; Don the Lemon is being sued for some beyond wild sh— Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: Get started today at chime.com/RATCHET. Experience motivation like never before with the Peloton bike, now $400 less. Go to onepeloton.com to learn more. Trust me, Onyx and Rose will be your new favorite CBD brand I have an awesome deal to get you started: 20% OFF your first purchase! Just go to my special URL: onyxandrose.com/RATCHET and use promo code RATCHET Go to curology.com/RATCHET for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beautiful Gowns

Demi’s back in DC; "BMF" is friggin’ amazing; Black folks head to the opera; Kelly Price is lost and found; Simone Biles should have bailed on Tokyo; Will Smith spills tea to GQ. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: Get started today at chime.com/RATCHET. Experience motivation like never before with the Peloton bike, now $400 less. Go to onepeloton.com to learn more. Trust me, Onyx and Rose will be your new favorite CBD brand I have an awesome deal to get you started: 20% OFF your first purchase! Just go to my special URL: onyxandrose.com/RATCHET and use promo code RATCHET It’s never too early to start prepping for the holiday rush, so get a head start with ShipStation. My listeners can use my offer code, RESPECT, to get a 60-day free trial, just in time for the holidays! Just go to ShipStation.com, click on the microphone at the top, and enter in RESPECT. Follow True Love on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or listen early and ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery App. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cascade

Chris Cuomo is a groping groper who gropes; Jeannie Mai’s ex husband is salty; The Fugees are back; Method Man is The Prototype; the woman Nicki Minaj and her Husband have been harassing speaks out. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: Go to dailyharvest.com and enter code respectable to get twenty-five dollars off your first box!  Right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to sakara.com/RATCHET or enter code RATCHET at checkout. Trust me, Onyx and Rose will be your new favorite CBD brand. Just go to my special URL: onyxandrose.com/RATCHET and use promo code RATCHET to get 20% off. Design like a pro with Canva Pro! Right now, you can get a FREE 45-day extended trial when you use my promo code! Just go to canva.me/ratchet to get your FREE 45-day extended trial. Right now, ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to shesbirdie.com/RATCHET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Downward Spiral

LeVar Burton (finally) flips; Overall, the Emmys were awful (and white); Jeannie and Jeezy are preggers; Lori Harvey speaks in full sentences;  Tarana Burke is “Unbound”; Joyner of House Lucas (no relation) is patient and petty;  Confessions of criminality on Clubhouse; STFU is free. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: Trust me, Onyx and Rose will be your new favorite CBD brand. Just go to my special URL: onyxandrose.com/RATCHET and use promo code RATCHET to get 20% off. Follow True Love on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or listen early and ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery App. Go to gabi.com/RATCHET to start saving today! It’s totally free.  Design like a pro with Canva Pro! Right now, you can get a FREE 45-day extended trial when you use my promo code! Just go to canva.me/ratchet to get your FREE 45-day extended trial. Right now, ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to shesbirdie.com/RATCHET. I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/ratchet. Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

F*** Around & Find Out

Lil Nas X just wants to be loved, Cookie and Magic blow a bag on their 30th anniversary; The Time 100 List is here; The Emmys are coming; Gabrielle Union'S uncomfortable new memoir; Nelly goes full Oleta [Adams] at Verzuz; Nicki Minaj uses big balls to distract people from talking about her personal scandals. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: I love everything about Thrive Causemetics. You’re going to love them as much as I do. Visit thrivecausemetics.com/ratchet for 15% off your first order!  Design like a pro with Canva Pro! Right now, you can get a FREE 45-day extended trial when you use my promo code! Just go to canva.me/ratchet to get your FREE 45-day extended trial.  If you’ve never tried Amazon Music Unlimited now’s a great time! For a limited time, new customers can try Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for THREE months. No credit card required! Just go to amazon.com/RATCHETPOD.  With the Peloton Bike, there’s nothing like working out from home. Learn more at onepeloton.com. New members can try Peloton classes free for 30 days at onepeloton.com/app. Terms apply. Right now Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off your first three months. Visit ritual.com/RATCHET and turn healthy habits into a Ritual. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vexed

The Met Gala happened; So did the MTV Awards; America has been a fake Gucci belt, according to a 9/11 doc on GW Bush; and Afghanistan was destined to be a mess; Also, do you know what a Chai Boy is?  Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: I love everything about Thrive Causemetics. You’re going to love them as much as I do. Visit thrivecausemetics.com/ratchet for 15% off your first order!  Design like a pro with Canva Pro! Right now, you can get a FREE 45-day extended trial when you use my promo code! Just go to canva.me/ratchet to get your FREE 45-day extended trial.  If you’ve never tried Amazon Music Unlimited now’s a great time! For a limited time, new customers can try Amazon Music Unlimited FREE for THREE months. No credit card required! Just go to amazon.com/RATCHETPOD.  Right now, Modern Fertility is offering our listeners $20 off the test when you go to modernfertility.com/ratchet.  With the Peloton Bike, there’s nothing like working out from home. Learn more at onepeloton.com. New members can try Peloton classes free for 30 days at onepeloton.com/app. Terms apply. It’s time to say “goodbye” to hidden fees. Join the millions of Americans already loving Chime. Sign up takes only two minutes, and doesn’t affect your credit score! Get started today at chime.com/RATCHET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A to Z

Demi is Demi-ing; Damson Idris is in his draws, Chloe Bailey goes solo; Queen Sugar returns; #uncancelchrisette + more. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: I’ve really stepped up my wine game thanks to Vivino! Give them a try and I know you’re going to love it. Go to vivino.com/RATCHET and use code RATCHET at checkout to save 20% on your first order of up to $200. See site for details. Terms apply. Listen to Even the Rich on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app. Secure your online data today by visiting expressVPN.com/RATCHET. Check out ShipStation! Go to ShipStation.com and use my offer code, RESPECT, to get a 60-day free trial.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

65 More Summers

Demi does a block party; Why you should be watching Clickbait; reviews of Kanye and Drake albums; Andre 3000 might have imposter syndrome; Paul Pierce lives f—s free; RIP to Gregg Leakes and Michael K. Williams. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: I’ve really stepped up my wine game thanks to Vivino! Give them a try and I know you’re going to love it. Go to vivino.com/RATCHET and use code RATCHET at checkout to save 20% on your first order of up to $200. See site for details. Terms apply. Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to upstart.com/RATCHET. Listen to Even the Rich on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app. Go to hellofresh.com/ratchet14 and use code ratchet14 for up to 14 free meals, including free shipping! I want you to start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/ratchet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life of the Party

Demi is still in braces; New York is in crisis (again); Mama Tina clapsback; Only Fans is uncancelled; the Taliban takes Texas; Kanye- Tonex/BSlade- Bri Babineaux explained; Lil Nas X trolls again. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: I want you to make Onyx and Rose part of your daily routine – you’ll love it! I have an amazing deal to get you started: 20% OFF your first purchase! Just go to my special URL: onyxandrose.com/RATCHET and use promo code RATCHET. Right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to sakara.com/RATCHET or enter code RATCHET at checkout. Get more time back to *do you* and take care of yourself this summer! Go to dailyharvest.com and enter code respectable to get twenty-five dollars off your first box! All the Queen’s Men is now streaming —only on BET+. Expect lots of skin, lots of sin and plenty of plot twists all season long. Want BET+? It’s the premium streaming service that lets you stream Black culture anytime, anywhere, ad-free. Haven’t subscribed yet? Visit BET.plus to sign up and learn more. Right now, ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to shesbirdie.com/RATCHET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holy Trollers

Demi is a nervous wreck; Candyman wins at the Box Office; the rollout for “Donda” is a disaster— or is it?; Spike Lee has a new doc; the Jeopardy saga just will not end. Check out my website: http://www.demetrialucas.com/about/. Follow me:  IG:  demetriallucas. Twitter: demetriallucas. FB: demetriallucas. YouTube: demetriallucas. More about the Show:  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or using this link: http://bit.ly/RatchetRespectablePodcast. Thanks to our sponsors: I want you to make Onyx and Rose part of your daily routine – you’ll love it! I have an amazing deal to get you started: 20% OFF your first purchase! Just go to my special URL: onyxandrose.com/RATCHET and use promo code RATCHET. Secure your online data today by visiting expressvpn.com/RATCHET. Right now, ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase when you go to shesbirdie.com/RATCHET. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Demetria L. Lucas, cultural critic and author of A Belle in Brooklyn and Don't Waste Your Pretty, muses on pop culture shenanigans, dating and relationships, and everything worth watching on any size screen. #ratchetandrespectable

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