MinoriTea Report

Kerel, Dawon, Jerrell

MinoriTea Report is a weekly, socially conscious, Queer, People of Color podcast. Join friends, Kerel, Dawon, and Jerrell as they spill tea about the Black LGBTQ experience, relationships, politics, sports and pop culture. So, get your cups ready and see what’s brewing today!

  • 43 minutes 33 seconds
    Hey, Aveeno!, Sh!tty J!zz, One Gotta Go!

    This week Yo Aunteas are back with an unhinged episode of Minoritea Report, and the conversation goes from Anita Baker nostalgia to gay shower routines, lotion debates, more boners at the gym, and one of the most ridiculous "Would You Rather" questions the internet has ever created.

    Along the way they also tackle a brutal music debate:

    👉 One Gotta Go: Beyoncé, Prince, Michael Jackson, or Whitney Houston.

    Who are YOU eliminating?

    So, Get Your Cups Ready For Minoritea Report!

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    00:00 Intro

    00:48 Restarting with Anita Baker

    09:13 Lotion Application Rituals and Personal Grooming

    26:15 Curiositea: Sh!tty J!zz

    31:19 One Gotta Go!

    39:22 What about Mariah?

    42:56 MJ: We Logging Off!

    16 March 2026, 2:01 pm
  • 48 minutes 31 seconds
    Girl... I'm Stuck In Bali, Scary Movie 6, McDonald's Big Arch Product

    Auntea Dawon finds herself still "luxuriating" in an extended Bali stay after flights through Doha were canceled due to war. While she's figuring out her new villa, Yo Aunteas are diving deep into the news that has every Gen X and Millennial creaming: The Wayans are back for Scary Movie 6! We discuss the legendary history of the franchise and why we're buying out whole rows in the theater just to laugh in peace!

    We also get into the "Corporate Cringe" of the new McDonald's burger, whether Shia LaBeouf's latest arrest is a "Small Man Complex" moment, and our wild predictions for Blue Ivy's Met Gala debut .

    So, get them cups readyyyyy!!!

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    00:00 - Intro-Why Auntea Dawon is Stuck in Bali

    04:45 - Scary Movie 6: The Wayans Brothers' Grand Return

    14:32 - McDonald's Big Arch Burger: A Viral Marketing Fail?

    18:47 - Met Gala: Blue Ivy, Beyoncé, and Act III

    23:36 - Shia LaBeouf Arrest

    30:30 - "Clocking" the Trolls

    9 March 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Girl...I'm Stuck in PV!, AYA: Olympic Pride?, N*ggas at the BAFTAs (And it's Kerel's Bday)!

    "Girl, I'ma run. I love y'all, but I'm gonna run!" 🏃‍♂️💨

    This week, Minoritea Report goes international—and a little bit "survival mode." Auntea Jerrell joins us live from Puerto Vallarta to recount waking up to a city on fire and navigating a drug war while on an annual friend trip . Meanwhile, the East Coast Aunteas are buried under 40 inches of snow, proving that nowhere is safe from the drama of 2026 .

    Inside the Kettle:

    The PV Report: Jerrell's "hood meals," climbing hills for tequila, and the reality of vacationing during a crisis .

    BAFTAs & Black History Month: We're dissecting the "involuntary" slur used toward Michael B. Jordan and the BBC's 15-hour editing failure .

    Ask Yo Aunteas: The Olympics Complicated Order: Rooting for "everyone Black" while navigating national pride and transphobia in sports .

    Pisces Affirmations: We look at the 2026 stars for Auntea Kerel—will Uranus bring the financial abundance we're looking for? .

    It's a rough-and-tumble episode with technical glitches, global unrest, and a whole lot of heart. Put your kettle on; the Aunteas are back.

    So, Get Them Cups Ready!!!!

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    00:00 Intro

    01:59 Mexican Cartel has Henny Stuck in PV!

    18:16 Aunteas in LA for Queerties

    19:34 Blizzard

    25:39 Job Security and Layoffs in Today's Economy

    27:56 Kerel Birthday Reflections

    39:15 Negros at the BAFTAs

    46:51 Tea break

    47:43 Ask Yo Aunteas: Olympic Pride?

    59:49 Benediction & Extra Clip

    2 March 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    Welcome Back Frederick Smith, ANTM: Reality Check, Jill Scott: To Whom It May Concern

    This week on Minoritea Report, Auntea Kerel, Auntea Jerrell, and the "Other Jerell" welcome back author Frederick Smith to talk about his upcoming novel Love Is a Contact Sport — a Black, queer, second-chance romance set around a college reunion. Frederick drops gems on the discipline of writing, the importance of "claiming your man" in fiction, and why he's amping up the spice in his upcoming June 2026 release.

    The Aunteas also tackle the "selective rage" trending online regarding America's Next Top Model . Are we holding Tyra Banks to a 2026 standard for a 2003 world? Plus, the crew discusses the "Vocal Bible" (is Brandy the whole book or just a chapter?), Jill Scott's newest masterpiece "To Whom It May Conern", and the mathematical intentionality behind Beyoncé's release dates ... she thawing out so y'all better get them coins ready and get then cups ready for MINORITEA REPORT!!

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    00:00 Intro

    01:18 Frederick Smith: Love Is A Contact Sport

    07:20 The Creative Process and Inspirations

    12:41 Advice for Aspiring Writers

    17:06 The Joy of Reading: A Personal Journey

    19:25 The Role of Reading in Personal Growth

    21:36 Understanding Cheerleading: A Professional Insight

    24:21 Self-Censorship in Writing: Balancing Authenticity and Audience

    27:31 The Impact of Romance Novels on Relationships

    34:20 Impact of Heated Rivalry

    38:25 Supporting Black Queer Narratives: A Call to Action

    45:22 Beyoncé's Anticipated Return

    48:18 Jill Scott's New Album

    50:17 Brandy's National Anthem Performance

    53:35 The Vocal Bible Debate

    57:46 America's Next Top Model Reflections

    01:08:24 Reality TV and Accountability

    01:10:24 The Impact of Reality TV on Culture

    01:13:04 Benediction

    01:14:45 Celebrating Black History Month

    23 February 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    Bad Bunny Halftime Show, Olympic Penisgate, Ask Yo Aunteas: The Norway Cheater

    Yo Aunteas are back and the tea is piping hot! This week, we kick off with a powerful celebration of Black History Month, featuring a special look at the incredible career of Dr. Anthony Revis, a chemist, inventor, and pastor who holds a staggering 45 patents (and just happens to be Auntea Kerel's Dad)! Then, we're pivoting to the biggest stages in the world: Super Bowl LXI Recap: Was Bad Bunny's halftime show the vibe we needed? Plus, we shout out Maria Taylor for making Super Bowl history.

    2026 Winter Olympics: We break down "Penis Gate" (yes, it's a thing) and Ask Yo Aunteas: the cringeworthy moment a Norwegian medalist used his victory to confess to cheating... on his girlfriend. Stonewall Flag Controversy: A serious talk on the removal of the Pride flag from the national monument and what it means for our community in this election year.

    So, get them cups ready, subscribe, and leave us a review!

    Tea Stamps:

    00:00 Intro

    01:13 Celebrating Black History Month

    06:09 Highlighting Personal Achievements and Family Legacy

    13:08 Maria Taylor

    15:43 Celebrating The Seahawks Super Bowl

    16:51 Unity Through Sports

    17:57 The Culture of Hate

    20:14 Understanding Cultural Significance

    21:30 The Power of Love Over Hate

    23:20 Bad Bunny Halftime Show

    26:35 Super Bowl Commercials

    34:33 Winter Olympics

    38:37 What Sport Would We Do?

    41:16 Olympic Outfits and Penisgate

    48:01 Tea Break

    48:54 AYA: The Norway Cheater

    01:01:03 Stonewall National Monument

    01:02:52 Community Responsibility and Activism

    01:06:44 Devil Wears Prada 2

    01:09:09 Benediction

    01:09:58 Blooper

    16 February 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 57 minutes
    Australian Open '26 w/ Myles David, The Year of Bad Bunny, Sherri Shepherd... What Happened, Girl!?

    Yo Aunteas are back, joined by Myles David, from Tuned Into Tennis! the crew break down the biggest storylines coming out of the Australian Open, including legacy conversations, player behavior, media narratives, and why certain athletes are always scrutinized differently than others. From emotional reactions on the court to what greatness really looks like in real time, the discussion goes deeper than wins and losses.

    But of course, the tea doesn't stop there. Aunteas Do You Give a Damn is back with their reaction to Billy Porter's unfiltered take on Nicki Minaj, the "crunchy" arrangements of the Mariah Carey & brandy tributes, the Sherri Shepherd Show cancellation news, Don Lemon's arrest, and the 2026 Grammy Awards (The Year of Bad Bunny). Happy Black History Month and get them cups ready!

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    00:00 Introduction and Early Banter

    01:02:45 ADYGAD: Billy Porter's Tribute

    01:08:48 Brandy and Mariah Tribute Comparisons

    01:13:19 The Quality of Tribute Performances

    01:16:59 Final Thoughts on Performances

    01:21:08 Grammy Winners and Surprises

    01:23:41 Reflections on Hosting the Grammys

    01:25:05 The Future of Award Shows

    01:27:28 Cardi B

    01:28:22 Durand Bernarr

    01:32:02 Don Lemon's Arrest

    01:39:07 The Cancellation of Sherri Shepherd

    01:52:13 Olympics and Benediction

    9 February 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 15 minutes
    100 Years of Black History, Ask Yo Aunteas: I Don't F W/ You, America's Next Top Model Doc

    Can you believe we've spent a full year's worth of days together?! For our 365th episode, Yo Aunteas reflect on six years of culture, growth, and "Auntea energy."

    We're kicking off the 100th anniversary of Black History Month by honoring the ancestors who fought for us to be "someone's wildest dreams." From the radical joy of the "Black Dandy" at the Met to the protests in Minneapolis, we're discussing what it means to "apply pressure" and fight for our community in 2026.

    Inside this episode:

    • The Milestone: Only one Black sitcom has more episodes than this podcast. Can you guess which one?

    • Ask Yo Aunteas: Unpacking our "unpopular opinions" on Jill Scott, Lady Gaga, and Christina Aguilera!

    • The Flashback: Why we're excited for the America's Next Top Model documentary and why Tyra's wigs have gotten worse over the years.

    Join the Communitea. Wash your hands, your legs, and your ass and get them cups ready!

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    00:00 Intro

    01:21 Weather Talk & Bali Internet

    07:58 Celebrating 365 Episodes and Black History Month

    12:23 Black Sitcoms

    15:33 Milestones in Black Television History

    17:52 Celebrating Black Achievements in Media

    23:24 Black History Month: A Century of Commemoration

    28:04 Highlighting Contemporary Black Figures

    30:51 The Evolution of Black Activism

    35:37 Intersectionality in Black History

    41:06 Minnesota

    46:04 Playing Dirty for the Greater Good

    48:01 Tea Break

    48:53 Ask Yo Aunteas: I Don't F With You...Your Music

    01:01:05 Anticipation for America's Next Top Model Documentary

    01:13:57 Benediction

    2 February 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 4 minutes
    2016-2026 Challenge, Australian Open Fashion, Congrats Bad Queers & Here's Why, Kevin!

    Yo Aunteas Kerel, Dawon, and Jerrell dive deep into the 2016 vs. 2026 10-year challenge, reflecting on a decade of growth, friendships, breakups, and career shifts. Auntea Dawon is still live from Bali (with better internet) and shares his intensive wellness journey involving Bikram hot yoga and lean eating. Also, shoutout to Bad Queers Podcast, Hey Now, Kevin, and Wish You Were Queer on their Queerty nominations and Romeo for her Dr. Pepper, Baby Commercial! Plus, Australian Open fashion and the Marvel Doomsday trailers.

    So, get them cups ready!

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    00:00 Intro

    01:09 Personal Wellness

    08:11 Congrats Bad Queers & Why Not, Kevin!

    11:08 Jason Collins & Dr. Pepper Baby!

    14:10 The Owl Trend

    16:05 Looking Back at 2016

    24:08 Reflections on Friendship and Growth

    31:20 Personal Growth and Future Aspirations

    32:50 Reflecting on a Decade of Change

    35:49 Life's Unexpected Opportunities

    38:33 The Australian Open: Players and Predictions

    45:30 Tennis Fashion

    54:01 More Heated Rivalry

    56:31 Avengers: Doomsday

    01:03:15 Benediction

    26 January 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 18 minutes
    Matt Rogers, Keep Jasmine's Name Out Your Mouth!, Dawon Got That Bali Internet, Do You Argue or Disagree?

    Are you arguing or just disagreeing? Yo Aunteas Kerel, Dawon, and Jerrell dive into the nuances of relationship communication, triggers, and the "death by 1,000 paper cuts" that leads to a blowout... all while Dawon deal with his Bali Internet (sorry for the crunchiness)!

    In the News: Yo Aunteas don't hold back on the recent viral comments from Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang. They discuss the responsibility of large platforms when it comes to Black political candidates and why "bad phrasing" isn't a sufficient apology for devaluing a qualified resume.

    On the Carpet: The Golden Globes 2026 brought the fashion, but did it bring the joy? Yo Aunteas review the best and worst looks, including Teyana Taylor's winning Schiaparelli gown, Colman Domingo's sophisticated restraint, and J.Lo being, well, J.Lo.

    Communitea Matters: Yo Aunteas close with a critical conversation on the recent ICE raids and the importance of knowing your rights and standing with your neighbors in 2026.

    Follow the Communitea: Instagram: @MinoriteaReport YouTube: @MinoriteaReport Subscribe and leave a 5-star review to help the Aunteas grow!

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    00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties

    04:36 Celebrating MLK Day and Community Engagement

    11:22 Bali Experience and Cultural Insights

    13:19 Discussion on Relationships and Arguments

    21:14 Communication and Conflict Resolution

    24:33 Navigating Disagreements and Acceptance

    27:56 The Impact of Podcasting on Personal Growth

    30:50 Self-Awareness and Emotional Regulation

    32:16 Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang

    44:18 Community Vigilance during ICE

    52:55 Exposing the Agents of Oppression

    53:25 Fashion at the Golden Globes 2026

    01:18:22 Benediction

    19 January 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    Girl! Heated Rivalry!, New Year, Thirsty Me, NOT Nicki Minaj

    Are you ready for the "F Around and Find Out" era? 💅🏾

    It's the first 2026 episode of Minoritea Report! Your favorite Aunteas—Kerel, Dawon, and Jerrell—are officially back from the holiday break, and we aren't holding anything back. From Bali yoga retreats to Philly HVAC disasters, we're catching you up on our lives before diving into the absolute chaos that happened while we were gone.

    In this episode, we break down:

    The Fitness Journey: Why we're posting thirst traps, keeping each other accountable, and why there are no shortcuts to being snatched.

    Internet Accountability: The viral story of the woman who hunted down her hater—is 2026 the year of no more trolls?

    Heated Rivalry Pop Culture Phenomenon: N*tting in mouths and the straights are eating it up, too! Who woulda thought they'd want to come to the cottage, too!?

    Political Shifts: We're rooting for Jasmine Crockett's 2026 Senate run and why Texas needs her voice right now.

    The Tea: Our "Aunteas, Do You Give a Damn?" segment covers Nicki Minaj's latest headlines, the Danity Kane "reunion," and why everyone is obsessed with Heated Rivalry.

    So, Get Your Cups Ready Babyyyy, We're Back!

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    00:00 Intro

    01:14 We're Back!!

    02:30 Fitness Journey or Thirst Journey?

    08:21 The Reality of Fitness and Discipline

    10:23 Finding What Works for You

    13:32 Applying Fitness Principles to Life Goals

    16:19 Navigating Body Image and Fitness Culture

    18:13 How Were The Holidays?

    27:34 Aunteas, Do You Give A Damn- Online Accountability

    32:20 The Importance of Jasmine Crockett

    37:06 The Role of Social Media in Modern Politics

    39:46 Bye, Nicki Minaj

    42:01 The Return of Danity Kane

    47:41 Heated Rivalry: We're Coming To The Cottage

    55:59 Venezuela

    59:22 2026 Awards Season

    01:05:05 Benediction

    12 January 2026, 5:00 am
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    Best of 2025: Ask Yo Aunteas & Curiositea!

    Before Yo Aunteas step fully into 2026, they're serving up the Best of Ask Yo Aunteas & Curiositea from 2025 — the moments that made the Communitea laugh, gasp, rewind, and run to social media.

    In this episode, Yo Aunteas discuss their "non-resolution" goals for the year, including Jerrell's surrogacy journey, Dawon's milestone 50th birthday, and Kerel's commitment to peace and peak fitness. We also revisit some of the wildest Ask Yo Aunteas moments of the past year—from corporate Skybox scandals at Coldplay concerts to legendary drag stories involving Lady Gaga's trailer.

    It's time to "wash your hands, your legs, and your ass" and get into the tea!

    Got a question? Got a situation? Send your Ask Yo Aunteas submissions to [email protected] or call the Tea-Line at 844-832-5463.

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    00:00 Welcome to 2026: Reflections and Resolutions

    03:00 Embracing Change: Personal Growth and Aspirations

    06:06 Navigating Life's Challenges: Surrogacy and Family Planning

    09:05 Choosing Peace: Prioritizing Joy and Health

    12:04 Community Connection: Engaging with Listeners

    31:29 Jerrell's Fav Curiositea

    01:11:24 Kerel's Fav Curiositea

    5 January 2026, 5:00 am
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