I hope y'all love this episode this was one of my favorite so far. My friends are amazing and they are great story tellers with thoughtful opinions. I'm telling yall these people I tell you about in my life are real! These stories are real. This is what I mean by finding amazing people in your life. Don't be afraid to listen to others perspective and stories. If y'all hear stories from people and you keep telling them it's not real, maybe look at your life and see how much you need to challenge yourself to go outside and Interact with people outside your circle. If you ain't got a story to tell, it's cause you havent explored yourself or experienced enough things to speak about shit. Go out there! Meet people like Amen and create the strong a fun group!

@zeryang85ify

5 жыл бұрын

Love this David. It wasn't too long ago that I had told my husband that someone on KZread needs to interview real life people who made in life. You have the best of friends and I cant wait to see who you talk to next.

@boopboop9356

5 жыл бұрын

You right david

@keiagrigsby852

5 жыл бұрын

I was one of my favorites

@dstfort

5 жыл бұрын

GeniusBrain my favorite episode so far!

@dannynguyen931

5 жыл бұрын

It’s important to have this type of discussion out there. Thank you so much David! Love it.

Yo we NEED another episode in the future with Amen, she truly is a gift from God. Love the positive energy this episode radiates. It was super refreshing to hear y'all talk about all these super touchy subjects with just straight up truth and respect. Looking forward to listening to more episodes in the future !

This is why I love about David when it comes to sensitive topics doesn't speak over her he lets her put her point across that he puts his point across because there will be some people that will be trying to talk over black women and black men and just disregard what they're saying peace love and coconut oil💕

@mysticstrikeforce5957

5 жыл бұрын

Or laugh about it to he only laughs when the person jokes about it. Useally it's hard to talk about things with people. But that just means you haven't found that good friend to talk to.

This was Absolutely amazing. I for real felt so connected to this one. Plus size, stereotypes, the work force, being a Christian, being a woman, etc. I felt so inspired after this podcast. I really started looking inward. I need to get myself back in the mind set of “I want to be a better me one step at a time.” Thank you all for that.

She is a breath of fresh air!

Love Amen! She's beautiful inside and out! David, you have the BEST friends!

Damn, David rocking that dashiki 🔥🔥🔥

0:23 introducing the guest~ 2:48 sex & masturbation in a church 4:27 story about amen’s ex 8:06 questiong everything in a relationship after being cheated on 9:30 david’s analogy about sex (pie lol) 12:00 hesitance about sex 14:13 pedastool & sex 14:54 david’s story about porn & sex standards 15:13 amen’s virginity + dating 17:14 amen’s tinder story 18:23 when it happens it happens *relationships wise 21:04 not compromising for sex 25:05 old church’s judgement about sins 26:32 guy’s view on masturbation 28:06 amen’s uncle (lol) 30:10 amen’s mom 34:00 immigrant mentality (also black vs african american) 37:40 how the world sees you: black american vs african 40:55 david’s story about saying the n word 44:30 amen’s view on saying the n word 48:25 using deragatory language from a culture 51:35 weight that comes w/ the n word + amen’s story about the n word 54:00 using the n word 57:40 being unable to understand the oppression that black ppls face 1:00:58 on being black and trendy 1:01:40 rachel dolaz 1:03:15 model’s pulling their eyes back (trend) 1:04:30 not feeling heard and seeing no change/progress 1:09:03 cultural ignorance 1:12:40 wig culture 1:14:50 preserving culture 1:19:10 amen’s cool mom 1:21:37 amen’s self love journey 1:25:58 david’s health story + amen’s own health journey

Amen was such a perfect guest for this topic, not because of her race, but she articulates each subject matter so well. her stories and examples don't trail off, meander or contain a ton of filler words. Nothing against your other guests, but the chemistry between you two has such a nice flow. I'm loving these podcasts David. Thanks for not giving up and continuing to change things to make this worth it for you to keep bringing that good-good. 😌

Her voice and the way she talks is so calm and relaxing lol.

The second she started speaking I picked up on an aura of positivity and power. We need more Amen!

You should bring your parents on and just talk about their experiences

1 minute in and I already knew I would love this episode

I AM LOVING THIS CONERSATION😍😍😍 I keep checking the time to make sure its not over👏👏👏

Amen really just inspired me to step up as a Christian so amen to THAT.

Man, david's got some dope ass friends, and dope ass guests. Mad props for this woman and sticking to her ideals, I hope she finds the love of her life who'll be worthy for ALL that!

Hey I’m a big fan of yours and enjoy your content. But I wanted to thank you for bringing up this topic on your channel and including someone who’s opinion carries weight in the topic. As a black girl in high school and hearing other nonblack students use the n word I’m never sure how to approach the situation. But watching you guys have this conversation openly and articulating it so well from multiple perspectives I now have an idea of how to approach the situation. Again love what you’re doing and I hope you can continue.❤️

This, by far, my favorite episode. You can see the respect and love between you and Amen. Both of ya'll listened to each other, spoke eloquently and authentically.

I talked about this topic in my psychology class and one black guy is from Nigeria and explained how he wasn’t accepted as black when he came to America. After discussion more my teacher said that it’s because African Americans had their culture taken from them, and the Nigerian guy didn’t. He had his culture and didn’t understand that African Americans had theirs taken. As I white person I reflected to myself feeling the same in that I don’t feel connected to a certain culture. My teacher told me that white Americans lost their culture too. White people are from Europe and we aren’t connected to our culture as Europeans. I believe all Americans in a way lost their connection to their culture because America isn’t a culture, it’s a place everyone wants to make it “their own” if that makes sense. Any thoughts anyone? I’d love to see others perspectives and start a conversation♥️

@cooperrush76

5 жыл бұрын

Being Nigerian and being American black are basically two different cultures. It's just the same as being white in the United states vs. Europe, we have different cultures, potential language, and much more.

I really like Amen, she really seems like such a cool ass person, you totally have to bring her on again one day. Thank you David for introducing me to another dope ass black female I can lookup to. The podcast is what I look forward to on Sunday's. Love you David, you make my life better❤️ also the dashiki looks dope on you.🤗

This conversation was so comforting to listen to. You both have amazing energies and hope Amen will be back for another episode!

Amen is definitely a breath of fresh air. Hope you bring her back! She's easily one of my fav guests here. God bless, David and Amen!

Thank you for this David. As a black woman, i really enjoyed this.

Has David always had that shirt? Lol Edit: I can relate so much to Amen from still being a virgin(I’m 27) and being the child of immigrants(Haitian)

@pattydukes2649

5 жыл бұрын

omg we are actually the same

@PINKRIOT

5 жыл бұрын

Pattydukes ayyyeee good to know I’m not alone😭😭😭

@pattydukes2649

5 жыл бұрын

Being 27 born to Haitian immigrants and a virgin plus being in NY,guys try those line all day every day like "what" get out of here.

@sbjo

5 жыл бұрын

Not Haitian but Indian and totally relate to what you said :D

@OutdoorAdventuresFun

5 жыл бұрын

Interesting! You make dolls?

I love her. Something about her voice and the vibes she gives is just so awesome and beautiful. Bring her on again!!!

I love how real this conversation was. Listening to this made me gain so much respect for Amen and David too. You guys are some beautiful ass intellectuals and I hope ya'll gain more success.

I am African and this whole video was soooo relatable!!! Love you David!

Hands down one of the best podcasts. I can relate to everything she has said

I felt this episode on such a deep level. She put into words literally every feeling I have about my identity, from being a black woman, to being voluntarily abstinent at 20 years old. David, I’m so glad you had her on the podcast!

Defo my favourite Genius Brain podcast to date. As a British nigerian I loved hearing Amen’s experiences, she should come back for another episode!

Finally somebody said it... as an immigrant east African- Canadian when I was child I felt I was forced to understand the black American experience because i looked like one and i had to understand a culture that was different from mine in so many ways. loved this podcast, thanks a bunch.

@Taromilktea1995

5 жыл бұрын

jerusalem Ge same I also had to learn the stereotypes of black people here which is very interesting

Amen the way David describes your mum sounds like she's full of the Holy Spirit fr😂🙏🏿

It’s actually quite amazing to see someone else’s perspective about keeping themselves - makes me feel less lonely 😂

i’m also a christian saving myself for marriage. i’ve been wearing a promise ring since i was 15 and always got made fun of lol. i’m now 18 and being in high school it has been really difficult. especially when boys know and make it a game to take your virginity. thank you amen for sharing! it’s nice to see other people are doing the same. ❤️

@jesskhan09

5 жыл бұрын

That’s sad that guys are making your virginity a game. Stay strong. I hope you find the right person.

@AzNightmare

5 жыл бұрын

*I met my gf at 22, dated until we were 29, never pressured her and held strong together. Then we got married. I have no idea how we didn't crack, but we made it.*

One of the best episodes yet, keep it up!

this is the first time I've seen a fellow Nigerian on one of my favorite KZreadr's channel

I can totally agree with David about the N word up in NorCal. You may say it with your homies that you grew up around with, but you can't say that everywhere else. I refrain myself from saying it outside of my circle. I am in the Military and the values that they have taught me is respect. Respect others, and earn it. Not saying earn the respect of saying the N word but respect it as a cultural thing. Its not my culture because I am Asian so I don't have a pass around the world. Point is: Don't even say it outside of your circle, if anything respect the word and don't say it at all.

Already listened on CastBox but had to come thru and give a like for Amen. Thank you for introducing me to her David!!!!!!

Amen, I don't know where you've been all my life! So many things you said I relate too. You are awesome! You did good, David!

I'd date her, cheating isnt my thing. African women 😍. I saved myself for years also, but honestly I regret not having sex sooner, yet I respect those who keep to themselves.

@Courtneylashawn

5 жыл бұрын

Why do you regret it?

@mysticstrikeforce5957

5 жыл бұрын

One thing I learned as I got older is sex doesnt really change you but only the ego that's in your brain. Cause you still can be a loser and have sex or when you dont have sex and save it and respect your women your a winner.

I listened to the episode on iTunes but came to KZread JUST to leave a comment because this episode is that good. Thank you so much for this enlightened podcast. It amazes me how you can be so open minded when it comes to other cultural perspectives and experiences. It seriously warms my heart as a black woman. I was legit walking across campus smiling like an idiot. The world needs more people like you. I’m not even religious but may God truly bless you man.

This gotta be one of the most interesting podcasts you have done David it was really good. I love Amen, you have to keep bringing her back💞

i love that conversation about self love and body positivity because its so important to your own mental health to know your worth and this whole episode in general is amazing

These podcasts are the only way i make it through work without realizing the time. Thank you David So and Friends

David you should do a video with your brother.

Going overtime is amazing, i like how you just let the conversation going for an hour and a half

I love hearing her speak, she's so intelligent and has so many insights, definitely bring her back!

your podcast episodes never fail to sweep me off my feet! i've had so many questions that's always ran through my mind but couldn't ever really find an answer myself. first off, i'm so thankful that you had a convo with amen! her insight and perspective on her virginity as well as your opinions mad me rethink having my first time with my so. i love him yet feel so hesitant to actually do it bc of religion, the probability of pregnancy, and the pain itself. considering your opinions it made me realize that hey! i don't have to feel obligated to do this and this, when i really really feel like i'm ready, then that day will come. my so has always been so kind, understanding, and patient so feeling as if i'm letting him down is just me getting in my own head. we've talked to each other about it multiple times before and believe we just need a real sitdown talk about it and it'll be okay. secondly, i've actually had multiple convos with ppl about the modernized n-word, and although we expressed our thoughts on it, it never felt clear. i think i know where i stand now and in fact it's become clear to me that yes it is wrong. no question about it. of course like you and amen had said yourselves, of course depending o the environment you had grown up with that's understandable if you use it in that setting but it doesn't give you a free pass for each new clique or part of the world you are in. there's a history to that word and it doesn't matter who you are. thirdly, "how can you love someone else when you cannot even love yourself first?" that's actually something i've said to my friends, family, and etc. yet no matter how many times i've said it, it always astounds me when i hear you (david) say it. i think after all these years from watching your vids, that's where that type of thinking actually originated from. thank you for including that and reminding me of that. no matter what age we are in, we're all on our own journey of self-love and yall are a testament that it's a constant journey no matter what age you are. all the love to you david

Love the message about loving yourself. For years ive always been insecure of my body but recently ive learned to have more confidence in myself and love myself more everyday

Ever since I saw a video on David’s channel a couple years back I have been hoping to see Amen back in the channel. She is so great and funny, another amazing episode of the podcast!

My brain needed this. My heart needed this. Thank you.

Wow I love her. I love her confidence and perspective on things! Please have her more on this podcast 🙏🏼

this was one of the absolute best podcast so far! i reallyyyyy loved this one!

This episode was amazing and I've loved all of guests so far. This just shows how genuine you are with all of the people that you invite

Amen is so dope, didn’t know how much I needed to see a Genius Brain with her, this podcast is poppin ✨

This was a fantastic episode!!!! Ngl I almost teared up at a couple parts. Thanks to the both of you for keeping it so raw and honest.

This was one of THE MOST engaging conversation I've heard. I wish it were longer. ❤

WOAH. Such an EYE OPENING conversation. Amen explains it so well about these oppression happening still in 2019. EVERYONE needs to listen to this conversation. Thanks David and Amen!

The conversation in this episode is so spot on. I just had to comment. Keep up the content.

Every single second was amazing. I could listen to you two all day talk about anything!!

Always looking forward to your podcasts for my monday morning commutes, always the best guests :)

David you've got on of the best podcast around. Love it ...keep doing yours thing brother.

My apologies David but can I get the full 10 hour uncut version? Because DAMN I need that. So much insight from the both of you and I LOVE IT. I recently talked with an African American friend about the differences of being "black" and being "african." And growing up in a country (Sweden) where basically no one knows the difference between the cultures that derives from the different heritages (or know anything about it at all,) it's refreshing to learn about Amen's story. Her charisma and the way she presents herself is wow. Looking forward to see her guest on the podcast again!

Yo I felt this whole episode and keep watching and listening to this over and over. We need another episode with amen !!! She is amazing woman! Much love to y’all .

Loved this one! And now I want Amen's mom on the podcast because she sounds like an amazing person who has lots of stories and knowledge to share

Man.... I related to this conversation on so many levels, especially growing up and wanting to distance myself from my culture and about compromise. I also learned alot. You're both great!

I love Amen. Such an insightful woman. We all need a friend like her. So glad you brought her on David. ☺️ A VERY wonderful and empowering talk. I feel like you guys hit a lot of points I’ve struggled with as well as touch on topics that I’m always interested in.

Another great podcast ! Amen really is such a ray of sunshine ☀️💛 thank you for keeping it real.

This was one of my favorite episodes! The topics were super relatable and I loved how you guys flowed from one topic to another so naturally.

I really loved this episode. Amen is amazing, a lot of the stuff she said made me tear up a bit because I related to it deeply.

This was by far my favorite episode!!!! You rocked the shit out of that dashiki. And I got hype asf when David started talking about hair!! OKAY DAVID, I see you.

Yo this was easily your best episode. Loved it

I respect Amen so much!!! Thank you David for this podcast - I discovered such a beautiful role model!

The guests really are all so great, every time I’m surprised and very interested in what stories they have to share

@DavidSoComedy

5 жыл бұрын

My close friends are amazing. I'm telling you... Blessed with people who mild and shape me as a human being on a daily basis. Glad y'all really can take away something from them!

This is my favorite one so far. I feel like I learned a lot!

I might just re-watch this because the conversation was just THAT good

Ooh you looking really good in that shirt. And love your podcasts, keep up the good work David

This has to be my one of my favorites from genius brain. Loved it!

I love listening to these podcasts! Just started today and went through 5-6 hours worth of episodes. Only sad thing is I don't get to see yalls beautiful faces when I'm listening so I have to come back to KZread XD

I Loved this conversation yall had, really shed some light on some things and I suddenly got inspired

Daym, I really needed this! Thank you, David and Amen

Have her back again. One of my favorite guest so far.

This was so cool to watch. It's so interesting to hear the conversation about the African/ African American stigma. Growing up I was never accepted by the African immigrant community. Not to say this was every African's perception but I've always been ostracized since I was a child because I was "a mutt" and "not a real African". It makes me think about perception because I'm not fully black and I'm mixed mostly with Asian but in the same way everyone only sees the skin color and not the heritage that you have.

@fiphthb289

5 жыл бұрын

Barika Reese I’m not drastically mixed with another race but I’m half black and half Nigerian and I can understand you when the cultural aspect comes into play it always feels like I’m left out or constantly having to act like I know what’s going on culturally it really sucks that you’re treated like that I pray it gets better.

@thatthingyouseeatthecorner5249

5 жыл бұрын

Barika Reese Why don’t you try to get your asian side to embrace you then?

This was such a great video. I really liked the dynamic you two have.

Loved this discussion! So many topics were delved into; thanks for sharing your friend with us!

This was so refreshing and wonderful to watch. Definitely subscribing and watching more, thank you!

Amen is sooo adorable! She's such an awesome guest. This was a really good episode. Can't wait to watch some more.

I'm so glad you started a podcast! Every single episode has been great, but this one was beyond exceptional (you have this way of creating such engaging, open, and insightful conversations). Also, I would love for Amen to come back for another episode (her opinions, point of view, and general vibe is amazing

you guys articulated SO many things for me that I just could not ever put my finger on. and a few things that I never even understood. so awesome!

This was truly a great Episode. She has such positive energy and a kind heart. Thank you genius brain for this wonderful podcast.

Amen was great! I hope you bring her back David. I feel like she's super compassionate and understanding. We need more people like her in the world!

Rewatching this again one of the best episodes.

Omg preach 👏🏼👏🏼 David and Amen speaking the truth!

Personally loving this new format! Slowly making my way through all the podcasts.

Best episode I've seen thank you David for the episode. Loving seeing you on this and JK.

amen is so vibrant and pretty 😭 now i got another person to stan

Amen is such a beautiful person, I'm starting on my weight loss journey once again and like everyone I hope this is the last diet of my life. Remember to seek help when needed and at the end of the day nobody knows you like you do.

I loved this episode, Amen was a wonderful addition. Y’all vibe of each other very well.

God is talking all the time and I truly feel he meant me to hear this, and this came so clear to me when you spoke on the subject of how can you expect to find love when you don't love yourself. Totally paraphrasing here, but that was the aha moment for me~love your podcasts!

This has got to be my favorite podcast❤️