Minoritea Report

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! 👉 Subscribe for weekly Black queer commentary 👉 Like & share with your chosen family 👉 Comment: What would your 2016 self think of you now? Tea Stamps: 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

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! Tea Stamps: 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

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! Tea Stamps: 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

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. Tea Stamps: 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

Celebrate the Best of 2025 with Yo Aunteas! We're recapping a year of high-tea, heavy-hitting guests, and the representation that matters most to the Black & Brown Queer experience. Episode Summary: It's been a year of slight changes and massive growth for the Minoritea Report. In this special "Best of Guests" episode, Auntea Kerel, Dawon, and Jerrell shout out the names of everyone who helped keep the ball rolling this year. We dive back into the highlights of our favorite interviews, including Peppermint, Mayhem Miller, Blossom C. Brown, and DaShawn Usher. We also discuss why we're protecting our peace before the "heavy load" of the 2026 voting year begins. Whether it's discussing the intersection of AI and Black communities or catching up with the creators of Natives: The Series, this episode is a love letter to the Communitea. Featured in this Episode: DaShawn Usher: On activism and his new role at GLAAD. Zé & Chino: From OG listeners to guest hosts. Ronald & Darnell: The visionaries behind Natives: The Series. Don't forget to follow the show and leave a 5-star review to help more people find the Communitea! Tea Stamps: 00:00 Intro 00:34 Capricorn Season 03:06 Celebrating Guests and Contributions 11:35 Future Guest Aspirations 17:08 The Impact of Deshaun Usher 33:32 Our Boos: Chino & Ze 59:37 Support Natives The Series 01:12:44 Guests over the years 01:14:49 Benediction