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The Culture Garden

The Culture Garden

Kieron Richardson, Isaiah Jackson, Rachel Proctor 198 Episodes May 28, 2026

The Culture Garden is a podcast dedicated to celebrating the works and contributions of Black filmmakers, actresses, and actors. The hosts break down movies that have shaped culture and highlight the careers of favorite film and television stars. Their goal is to ensure artists receive recognition and appreciation while they can still enjoy it. The show offers insightful discussions and tributes to influential figures in Black cinema and television.

Episodes

Marshall (2017)
Marshall (2017) May 28, 2026 01:31:07 Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, Rich and Rachel dive into the 2017 film, Marshall. They discuss why films like this still carry so much importance in 2026, the incredible performance delivered by Chadwick Boseman, why courtroom dramas remain one of the most underrated genres in film, and much more.We appreciate you for tuning in! Please remember to subscribe, comment, like,
7th Annual Light Reel Film Festival w/ Tim Gordon
7th Annual Light Reel Film Festival w/ Tim Gordon May 21, 2026 00:53:51 Welcome back to a special episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week the crew is joined by Executive Director of the Light Reel Film Festival, Tim Gordon, to discuss the upcoming 7th annual event. Tim reflects on seeing the vision for the festival years ago and gives credit to the people who showed him it was possible. He also opens up about what truly separates Light Reel from other festiva
Soul Food (1997)
Soul Food (1997) May 15, 2026 01:35:20 Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! This week the crew revisits the 1997 classic Soul Food. In this episode, they’ll recall their thoughts from episode 12 to see if any perspectives have changed over time, discuss where Soul Food ranks among the legendary films released in 1997, and break down why this movie still holds up nearly 30 years later.We appreciate you for tuning in. Please be su
The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
The Devil Wears Prada (2006) May 1, 2026 01:54:22 Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! With the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada arriving this weekend, the crew revisits the original that helped define a generation of fashion and workplace drama.They break down key differences between the novel and the film, revisit how Anne Hathaway landed the role despite being the 9th choice, and examine why this film draws people in, whether they have a
Out of Time (2003)
Out of Time (2003) Apr 23, 2026 01:28:46 Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast This week, the crew dives into the 2003 thriller Out of Time starring Denzel Washington—and the conversation covers a range of topics. Where does this film really rank in Denzel’s catalog? Is it an underrated gem or a forgettable entry in an elite filmography?Expect a split room, honest takes, and a broader discussion about how the public remembers (or ov
She Hate Me (2004)
She Hate Me (2004) Apr 16, 2026 01:38:35 Welcome to a brand new episode of The Culture Garden Podcast! This week, the crew kicks things off with a major announcement you won’t want to miss before Rich and Rachel dive into the 2004 Spike Lee joint She Hate Me.They break down the film’s layered messaging, question whether its many themes ultimately help or hurt its direction, and ask the real question—was Spike Lee trolling with this one?
Superfly (2018)
Superfly (2018) Apr 10, 2026 01:36:27 Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! The break is officially over, and Rich and Skool are back in the garden to talk about the 2018 film Superfly.With this being their first time watching, they share their initial reactions, highlight what stood out most, and examine how the film holds up on its own. They also pay homage to the original Super Fly, comparing its cultural impact and questioni
Who TF Asked You: Top 5 Cartoons of All Time
Who TF Asked You: Top 5 Cartoons of All Time Apr 7, 2026 01:32:25 What’s the word, good people?! The Culture Garden Podcast is back later this week, but in the meantime, we’ve got a bonus drop for you. We’re highlighting Skool’s podcast, Who TF Asked You, with an episode from this past December featuring Mo from Childish Grownups.The crew dives into a nostalgic conversation breaking down their Top 5 Cartoons of All Time—this one is strictly for the stoop kids. F
We Got Y'all: Paradise S2E7
We Got Y'all: Paradise S2E7 Mar 27, 2026 01:29:04 Culture Garden is on Spring Break and will be back on April 9th. In the meantime, check out an episode of We Got Y'all discussing Paradise. If you like it, please be sure to subscribe!:Welcome back to the We Got Y’all television podcast! We’ve reached the penultimate episode of Paradise Season 2, and Rachel and Rich are back to break it all down. This week, they dive into the growing theories
Entergalactic (2022)
Entergalactic (2022) Feb 26, 2026 01:38:23 Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast! 🌹🎙️Rachel and Kieron are wrapping up the 4th Annual Romance Month with a review of their first animated film, Entergalactic! In this episode, Rachel shares her thoughts after watching the film for the very first time, and the two dive into whether this story would work as a live-action adaptation.They also explore the film’s connection to classic Black r
Hav Plenty (1997)
Hav Plenty (1997) Feb 20, 2026 01:21:59 Welcome back to The Culture Garden Podcast!Rachel and Kieron continue Romance Month with a deep dive into the 1997 indie classic Hav Plenty. They explore the origins of the film and how timing, opportunity, and belief helped turn a $65,000 passion project into a theatrical release.The conversation also unpacks the complexity of romantic relationships—how love isn’t just about chemistry, but about
26th Annual Black Reel Awards
26th Annual Black Reel Awards Feb 18, 2026 01:23:40 Welcome back to the Culture Garden Podcast! The trio is back and honored to highlight the winners of the 26th annual Black Reel Awards. They’ll break down the winners in each category, share who they voted for, and dive into some engaging and thought-provoking discourse about the films and performances that made 2025 such a special year in cinema.We truly appreciate you for listening, and we want

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