Sophisticated Ignorance

They’ve finally lost it! Vixon J. and Rovie talk through the siege witnessed around the world at the Capitol Building in Washington D.C. by the Trump supporting terrorist mob. They share their initial thoughts about the event, the most shocking moments, and its impact on the country moving forward. They also touch on the Democratic election wins that occurred in Georgia the same day and and its implications in politics. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Fake it ’til you make it! Vixon J. and Rovie bring in the New Year by discussing Imposter Syndrome and the different types that people experience. They also discuss the downside of calling women “strong” and its negative connotations, and other shenanigans on this first episode of 2021. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

New Year, Same Me! Vixon J., and guest co-host Rovie, end the year off with discussing 2021 and their relationship with future planning and independence. They also have an Ignorant Debate about the pros and cons of quitting your job during a pandemic, how often we change our opinions of the world and how to dismiss your feelings for someone you like (Thanks to all the guests on the show this year and you the listeners for your continuous support). Follow Rovie (IG/TW: @nrevor) Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

The ball is in your court now. Vixon J. brings in the holidays by discussing the most expensive gift he's ever given and received, learning to accept compliments and dismiss criticisms and being proactive with communication and resolving conflict amongst friends and loved ones. He also answers what his perfect life looks like and weighing in on a sister and brother who had a dispute at her wedding. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

I'm sick of y'all! Vixon J. talks about his bizarre sickness that he recently went though and the takeaways from that experience, recasting T'Challa in Black Panther, his Clubhouse review, plus sharing the hardest lesson that he's learned and if privacy is a privilege. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

You have to do the work! Vixon J. is joined by friend Ciru to discuss therapy and mental health. They share their first therapy experiences, how they found their own therapists, loved ones reacting to their journeys, the stigmas behind mental health and friends/loved ones vs. paid professionals when it comes to trust and coping. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

What happens now? Vixon J. shares his thoughts about post-election country, the concept of Choice Theory, men vs women standards, melanin & skin tone, the Holidays and Covid-19, as well as responding to an internet question. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

We’re in the endgame now! Vixon J. sits down with friend Paige to discuss politics, Election Day predictions and everything in between, as it relates to civic duties in the Black community. They also go over what would it be like if Black people had their own sovereign nation. Follow Paige (IG: @kingpaigexiii) Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

It's getting real spooky out here! Vixon J. is joined by Keonte, aka KC the Alchemist of the 3BC Podcast, to discuss some common fears one may face when entering a relationship. They recall their personal fears that they have experienced in their dating history as well as how one can overcome their fears in order to move forward in a healthy way. Follow Keonte (IG: @the_keonte_show) and 3BC Podcast (https://3blackchicks.kudzukiannetwork.com/) Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

This year’s writers’ room keeps getting wilder! Vixon J. discusses on this mini episode the latest news including the Presidential Debate 2020. He also introduces doom-swiping, what it means and its effects. Plus, another segment of Extra Ignorance has the squad discussing mistresses, one night stands and other topics. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Black men, stand up! Vixon J. sits down with long time friend Q to talk exploring and fostering joy and happiness. They discuss how to find joy, what's the source of it, the role our counterparts play and what does joy look like in this new age. Follow Q: @unkoo_nick Follow Therapy For Black Men: @therapyforblkmen AFFILIATE PARTNERS Urbn Impulse: urbnimpulse.com/shop Afrodite Candle Co.: afroditecandleco.com Jade @ McSpaceBurgerDotShop: etsy.com/shop/mcspaceburgerdotshop (Use "SIPOD10" to receive 10% off of your order at checkout. Valid until 9.30.20) Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

It's the 4 Year Anniversary Live ZOOM Show! Vixon J. recalls how the podcast got started, introduces the Ignorant Debates, as well as featuring some special guests and other surprises as fellow listeners come together to celebrate this huge milestone. Thanks to everyone in attendance. AFFILIATE PARTNERS Urbn Impulse: urbnimpulse.com/shop Afrodite Candle Co.: afroditecandleco.com Jade @ McSpaceBurgerDotShop: etsy.com/shop/mcspaceburgerdotshop (Use "SIPOD10" to receive 10% off of your order at checkout. Valid until 9.30.20) Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Vixon J. takes a brief moment in this mini episode to talk about the importance of legacy and what that means to him, his future and the podcast, as well. Tickets for the 4 Year LIVE show are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sophisticated-ignorance-4-year-anniversary-live-zoom-show-tickets-115647780625 Go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/mcspaceburgerdotshop and enter code “SIPOD10” at checkout to receive 10% off of your order. Go to urbnimpulse.com/shop and enter “SIPOD10” at checkout to receive 10% off of your order. Go to afroditecandleco.com and enter “SIPOD10” at checkout to receive 10% off of your order. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Sometimes, you have to let some things be. Vixon J. (@vixonj) and Keisha (@thebklyngem) are back to talk about letting go when it comes to opportunities, people and relationships, aspirations and feelings of uncertainty and fear. Tickets for the 4 Year LIVE show are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sophisticated-ignorance-4-year-anniversary-live-zoom-show-tickets-115647780625 Go to urbnimpulse.com/shop and enter “SIPOD10” at checkout to receive 10% off of your order. Go to afroditecandleco.com and enter “SIPOD10” at checkout to receive 10% off of your order. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Vixon J. throws it back to a segment created in 2018 called Extra Ignorance, where we talked about the events of the time between the gang and other friends of the show. This week is the conversation with Dani & TJ of Lovers’ Quarrel Podcast, discussing Tristan Thompson and his affair with a pregnant Khloe Kardashion, if an ex has to maintain his partner’s lifestyle after a divorce, and other topics. Follow Lovers’ Quarrel at @loversquarrelshow (IG) and @loversquarrel7 (TW)
 Tickets for the 4 Year LIVE show are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sophisticated-ignorance-4-year-anniversary-live-zoom-show-tickets-115647780625 Go to afroditecandleco.com and enter “SIPOD10” at checkout to receive 10% off of your order. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Not everything is jokes. Vixon J. sits down with Naana and Obie of Work Bae Podcast to talk how humor is used in the culture to either cope with or defile moments of trauma. They cover Meghan The Stallion and how her situation was treated by people in the industry, Breonna Taylor and her meme-ification, as well as how humor is used to deflect our own insecurities and the “humor” of the past, specifically in television, translates to today’s audience. We laugh to keep from crying, so enjoy this episode. Follow Work Bae Pod at @workbaepod (IG/TW) Tickets for the 4 Year LIVE show are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sophisticated-ignorance-4-year-anniversary-live-zoom-show-tickets-115647780625 Go to urbnimpulse.com/shop and enter “SIPOD10” at checkout to receive 10% off of your order. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

Things change everyday B! Vixon J. gives you a mini episode to share the recent changes that have occurred with the show and adjusting to change all around. Some dope stuff is coming up, so stay locked in. Follow on IG (@sipodcast) & Twitter (@si__podcast). Follow the show on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcasts (leave a review) or your preferred podcast platform. To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

You have to put in the work in order to see the results. Vixon J. talks with friend and photographer, Shanté Carlan about her current projects and what she been working on. They discuss what it's like to create and be productive under the current circumstances, as well as the pressures of staying active. They also discuss how creative trends affect their work and touch on the recent Vogue Challenge that took over the internet. If you a creator, this is the episode for you. IG: shazthephotog Ready Set Barter: https://bit.ly/readysetbarter_ To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

She's a lion, hear her roar! Today's episode, Vixon J. introduces pastry chef and owner of Drunk'n Shots, Daneshia Lynch. They discuss how she started her business, currently managing during quarantine, what motivates her and her next steps in elevating her brand, all while dropping some gems for others in her position. This episode gonna taste mad good, for real. Web: drunknshot.com IG: drunkn_shots For all inquiries, guest appearances, etc.: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

It’s okay not to be okay. Vixon J. is joined by Keisha (IG: thebklyngem) to discuss the state of their mental health, Vixon shares his protest experience, companies coming forward to support BLM, discussing ways to cope with what we consume in the world and how they managed throughout quarantine and life-after expectations. There is a lot going on, so make sure you focus on yourselves. For all inquiries, guest appearances, etc.: sophigpodcast@gmail.com