Where Are the Allies When It Counts?

Where Are the Allies When It Counts?

From Are We Canceled Yet? by Tamika & Jojo

March 6, 2026 · 39 min · Season 3 · Episode 36

About this episode

The episode discusses the lack of allyship in response to recent events, explores various cultural topics, and shares personal anecdotes.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode was previously recorded, so a few hot topics may now be lukewarm tea — but hey, who doesn’t love a little time travel with drama? Relive the past, enjoy the ride, and hush. We kick things off addressing the blatant disrespect at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards and asking the uncomfortable question—where are the self-proclaimed allies now? We’re beyond disappointed in both BAFTA and BBC… but sadly, not surprised by the lack of empathy surrounding the situation. On a lighter (and brighter!) note, we are officially hooked on Unexpected Company , the new vertical series by Tiffany Yvonne Cox—and yes, we’re obsessed. Meanwhile, Tamika finally got that MRI for her leg (progress!), and we recap our chaotic but therapeutic weekend at the holy trinity: Ross Stores, Marshalls, TJ Maxx, and sometimes Burlington. Budget fashion finds? Say less. We’re still feeling inspired after attending Five Film Fridays hosted by Create The Writers Room—a room full of talent, education, and community that left us energized. But with an upcoming trip on the calendar and expenses piling up, Tamika may be debuting her one-woman ballerina show (stage name…

People in this episode

Hosts: Tamika, Jojo

Topics covered

  • allies
  • BAFTA
  • BBC
  • retail therapy
  • superpowers vs magic
  • Robin Hood

Keywords

  • allies
  • BAFTA
  • BBC
  • Unexpected Company
  • retail therapy
  • superpowers
  • Robin Hood

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: British Academy of Film and Television Arts, BBC

Books & works: Unexpected Company, Robin Hood

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