Movin' On Up | Episode 14

Welcome back to Decoding40. We’ve got more laughs and more stimulating conversation for you. 
 
We kick it off with an homage to one of the greatest Black shows, The Jeffersons, in a way that only Vincent can manage to take it just a little too far. 
 
In this episode, find out what happens when L.O. mistakenly switched out actual alcohol for Heineken 0.0.
 
First, we actually discuss, for real this time, the opioid crisis versus the crack epidemic and the impact that the pharmaceutical companies have had on society. And, the new prosecution that the biggest drug pushers on the planet are now facing. 
 
Next, we discuss the next presidential cycle and if the democrats are about to repeat the same mistakes of 2016.
 
Then, we talk about hoarders and the interesting treasures that one might be surprised or disgusted to find.  Alaric tells us a creepy story about the time he rescued his elderly neighbor who lived in massive hoard collection in Brooklyn.  
 
Thanks for listening! Be sure to share us with a friend. 
 
Peace from Decoding40 crew!

Hello Google | Episode 13

Welcome back to Decoding40. This is lucky Episode 13 and it is seriously packed with a ton of laughter and opinions. 
 
We start off with one of the most popular tech arguments to date—Android versus Apple.  The crew gets into a heated discussion on which brand is better. Listen to see which brand wins. 
 
L.O. shares a bizarre story about a time when he met Jill Scott in her dressing room. 
 
The crew then trade stories on avoiding scams involving brand new cars, too good to be true apartments, and fake checks.  
 
Mack is getting married, so in the advice segment the crew shares its wealth of experience to the newest member of the ball and chain crew. 
 
Our public service announcement  this week is directed to all white people—not all Black and Brown people are out to get you.
 
Be sure to check out the libation segment and the start of the legend that is Random Rambling Burnett. 
 
As always, thanks for listening and we hope you tune in again next week. Peace.

Care Bears and Thug Deers | Episode 12

The episode begins with L.O. and Alaric sharing stories about customer service experiences at a clothing store and a popular taco in Miami.

We discuss the importance of personal space whether on the train, at a concert, or a bar. Mack then shares an uncomfortable encounter in San Francisco that gets a hilarious re-enactment.

Finally, we wrap up the show with a discussion on whether or not the Democrats should pursue impeachment or focus on the 2020 election.

We thank you for listening. Peace.

Stick Up Kids is Out to Tax | Episode 11

The crew dives into, how being judged in the public court of opinion can have you perceived as guilty in the court of law.  Also, is the media actually creating division in society?

Next, we take a trip down memory lane as we reminisce about our first cars and jobs. Peugeot’s, Celicas, an old school Caddy to cars with no Reverse. And, yes, minimum wage was once $3.50 hour. 

We wrap this episode up with some of our scariest personal moments. 

As always, thanks for listening and peace!

Racists Aint Sh*t But Hoes and Tricks | Episode 10

On this week’s episode we meet Jaysin with an I. A typical sweater hat wearing gentrifier with a beard from the Mid-West.

From police officers to voting, we explore the different facets of society and how America as a whole cares or doesn’t care. We then talk about internet models. Is it all about thirst trapping and fishing for likes?

In this week in racism we talk about the drunken white man who calls black patrons “The N-Word” and “monkeys” inside a restaurant. He is then very bad things happen.

Mack shares his experiences working for the Post Office, working the system and getting smacked by a supervisor. Finally, we all agree, the worse thing about getting old is not being able to bounce back from partying like we did in our 20’s and not being able to eat what we want. No more bread, cakes, ice cream and apparently ketchup.

Hope you guys enjoy this episode and don’t forget to listen to a new episode every Friday.. PEACE!

Machine Gun Funk – Miami Edition | Episode 9

In this special Miami Edition, we record from beautiful Miami, Florida. We’re here for Mack’s Bachelor’s Party and we’re having a ball! Don’t miss as we discuss the amazing and not so amazing food (pizza) we experienced.

Jussie Smollett walks! and we don’t care… We talk shooting machine guns and a 50 caliber rifle at Lock and Loaded Miami and why the headphones that they have should be mass marketed to married guys. Of course, we follow that up with IF should we own guns at all…

Then we hit Coyo Taco and we meet the drunk triple fisting Chocolate Rain guy with Falling Down glasses as he tries to start up a random conversation.

Somehow we touch on the Mennonites, selling encyclopedias and Kirby vacuum cleaners back in the day. The difference between a Pyramid scheme and a Sou-Sou and should Jordan Peele put white folks in his movies.

Lastly, we discuss dealing with the police over 40 versus dealing with police when we were younger.

Come laugh and hang out with the Decoding 40 crew.

When Good Hairlines Go Bad | Episode 8

In this week’s episode we explore dog park racism, we do a re-enactment of the Florida “hey hoe!” Arrest, we offer ways to call the police on white folks, the dangers of smacking Leon’s car and how we feel about NOT giving that “EXTRA” apology.

We also discuss jaywalking tickets, todays teachers going after young men of color and if AFFLUENZA is a real thing. Lastly, we go all the way in on hairlines, WHO needs to give up and go full baldie and we sing a song for Steven A. Smith’s Barber…

Don’t play yourself and miss this one!

Good Friday After Next | Episode 7

In this jam packed episode we talk Miss Cleo’s legacy, we explore a transgender Olympics, why Mack wore Uncle Phil’s Sweater, getting caught by your mom having sex, teacher’s who sexually abuse their young male students of color, and what would happen to the world if the church collapsed! Come hang out with us, let go and laugh…