Sophisticated Ignorance

Who runs the world? Vixon J. and Rovie are joined by Shanté (of Flash Zine) and Phylicia to discuss their recent collaboration and women in the music industry. They lists their favorite artists, if female artists are truly respected, positions behind the scenes and how more women in creative roles should be highlighted. Follow Shante: @shazthephotog & @flashzine Follow Phylicia: @chvrmd (Episode Art: @naiikasings) *NYC listeners* RSVP to the "Women In Music" event on 6/12 here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flash-chvrmd-present-women-in-music-tickets-158143311903 Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Safety first! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss creating safe spaces on a professional and personal level, especially in digital and physical spaces. They share recent incidents of victims being violated in their workspaces and go over what goes into creating safe spaces for a diversity of people. They finally answer if a teenager is being neglected by their parent or not.

Express yourself! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss Black expressionism in the forms of visual arts and fashion in culture. They discuss how Black artistry has been viewed and treated throughout the years, as well as fashion and its influence on how it’s received and consumed. They also answer if a person is an asshole for ignoring their roommate in need.

Questions that need answers! Vixon J. and Rovie take the time to answer some personal questions, like the saddest moments in their lives, who they miss the most, childhood habits they still have and more.

We all go together. Vixon J. and Rovie discuss polyamorous, polyandrous and other multi-partnered relationships, their definitions and its misconceptions with infidelity. They also answer if someone is an asshole for blackballing a relative for a position at their job.

Can we live? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss how they’re coping as it relates to the polarizing events of the Derek Chauvin verdict and the murder of Ma’Khia Bryant. They discuss the adultification of Black youth, breaking down a partner’s worth via their text interaction and answer if a person’s friend may be colorist.

Getting things off our chests! Vixon J. and Rovie get into what’s been on their minds, such as reflecting on the latest police brutality and fatality moments that have happened in this past few weeks, including Duante White Jr., friendship dates and toxic friendships and if a guy is an asshole for not caring about his brother’s kids.

Access granted or denied? Vixon J. and Rovie are joined by Jade to discuss the different forms of access that we allow others in our lives. From digital to physical, they discuss what it means to be an “open book,” code switching, social media personalities and if one should regain access once it’s taken away.

It’s us versus them! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the saturation of Black trauma in media and how it relates to the reality that we see everyday. They share a recent bill that passed in Georgia, which will effect voter capabilities for Black constituents and answer what would make someone they’re attracted to unattractive.

Cheaters gonna cheat. Vixon J. and Rovie go over the latest relationship scandals that have hit social media recently between Derrick Jaxn and his wife, as well as Quavo and Saweetie. They discuss cheating, the roles of partners in their relationships, accountability of actions and how to be better. They also answer what makes people stay toxic. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Girl Code where? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss male rejection and how it leads to harassment or violence against women. They also break down a situation between a girlfriend, her man, a retailer and an unwritten girl code. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Do you know what today is? Vixon J. and Rovie commemorate our one year anniversary of the pandemic by recalling their growth throughout the year, how to manage pandemic grief, share some vaccine information and they have fun with some P words. We made it this far, so let’s keep strong and safe. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Adulting is hard. Vixon J. is joined by friend Jess to discuss adulting and what it looks like in today’s generation. They discuss how academia has affected development, our preparation into adulthood, how our parents have affected our adult lives and more. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Jess: @listenupwithmissjess (IG) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Let’s talk size. Vixon J. and Rovie are joined by fellow blogger/writer Ari Bines as they discuss the misconceptions that are placed on the plus-sized community, from defining what is “healthy,” owning body image, body positivity, colorism in the community and more. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow Ari B: @ms.bines (IG) | @aribines (TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Put it on the list. Vixon J. and Rovie discuss some recent comments made by B Simone about matching the requirements we list of our desired partners and why the standards between men and women differ. They also discuss Lori Harvey, “simping,” and answer if it’s okay to give up on someone in your life. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Validate us! Vixon J. and Rovie explore the many facets of external and internal validation in our society, from social media, our own homes, as Black women, in relationships and members of different communities. They also answer if a person is a sociopath for not caring about their sick relative. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

I need a vacation! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss how to decolonize tourism by defining what it means, how countries and islands are affected, revisiting Kristen Gray’s Bali situation and a woman naming their child after their ex. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Set the table! Vixon J. and Rovie explore the nature of relationship building through the analogy of men and women setting a table together. They discuss if fathers are the better parents and should men be used if they decide to use women for sex. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

I’m coming home again! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss their definition of “home,” homesickness and how they build their own home aesthetic and style, as well as reveal what thrill-seeking activity they would try and answer if a father’s refusal to marry his daughter twice makes him an asshole. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Are they really goals though? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the downsides of aspiring to #RelationshipGoals by sharing the type of relationships they look up to, what they expect from their own relationships and the relationships that have shaped them, as well as breaking down the story of a guy's journey to love and what scares them on the daily. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com