Video Episodes

"Any Time, Any Place" Janet Jackson: The Queen of Slow Jams #SlowJamsCanHealUs
July 23, 202400:54:15

"Any Time, Any Place" Janet Jackson: The Queen of Slow Jams #SlowJamsCanHealUs

All this year, Queue Points is celebrating slow jams through our series Slow Jams Can Heal Us. In this episode of the Queue Points Podcast, hosts DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray delve deep into the cultural impact of Janet Jackson, particularly focusing on her mastery of slow jams. They reminisce about Ja...

Diana Ross, Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, and Remembering Angela Bofill: Divas of '83
July 17, 202401:06:52

Diana Ross, Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, and Remembering Angela Bofill: Divas of '83

In this episode of Queue Points podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray delve into the legendary careers of Diana Ross, Gladys Knight, and Patti LaBelle. The three legends turned 80 this year, and in this episode they are exploring their musical output in the year 1983. Reflecting on their albums 'Ross,'...

Summer Vacations and What Makes A Good Road Trip Song
July 09, 202400:44:51

Summer Vacations and What Makes A Good Road Trip Song

In this episode of Queue Points podcast, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray discuss the perfect road trip music, sharing their favorite road trip memories and personal stories. From classic mixtapes and evolving car technology to today's curated playlists on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, they explore t...

The Overweight Lover MC Heavy D: Hip Hop Pioneer and Bridge Builder
July 03, 202400:51:26

The Overweight Lover MC Heavy D: Hip Hop Pioneer and Bridge Builder

In this episode of Queue Points podcast, co-hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel delve into the legacy of Dwight Myers, better known as Heavy D. They discuss the many ways Heavy D influenced the hip-hop scene, from his groundbreaking music to his significant contributions behind the scenes. Reflecting on...

Beyond "Fool of Me": Celebrating Meshell Ndegeocello's Trailblazing Career
June 25, 202400:47:48

Beyond "Fool of Me": Celebrating Meshell Ndegeocello's Trailblazing Career

Many know Meshell Ndegeocello for her simmering “Fool of Me” or her hit with John Mellancamp, “Wild Night,” but there’s so much more. Join co-hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel in a deep dive into the legacy of the groundbreaking artist, Meshell Ndegeocello. From her early days with her impactful album...

"Optimistic" by The Sounds of Blackness: The New Black National Anthem?
June 18, 202400:46:58

"Optimistic" by The Sounds of Blackness: The New Black National Anthem?

In this episode, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray explore the timeless impact of 'Optimistic' by The Sounds of Blackness, a song that's been uplifting our spirits since 1991. They discuss the song's significance in Black music history, its continued relevance today, and why it could be considered a new Bla...

"Iesha," Kris Kross and the Child Icons of 90s Music
June 11, 202400:50:55

"Iesha," Kris Kross and the Child Icons of 90s Music

In this episode of Queue Points, DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray dive into the world of kid music stars who became icons. They discuss the impact and legacy of Tracie Spencer and groups such as The Boys, Another Bad Creation (ABC), Immature, and Kris Kross, noting how ABC's "Iesha" kicked off a new renai...

Debating 2024's Summer Anthems, Celebrating Soul II Soul's 'Back To Life', and the Hits of 1989
June 04, 202400:55:59

Debating 2024's Summer Anthems, Celebrating Soul II Soul's 'Back To Life', and the Hits of 1989

In this episode of Queue Points, co-hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel dive into the hottest tracks vying for the title of 'Song of the Summer 2024.' From Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' to Tinashe's 'Nasty' and beyond, they cover the latest chart-toppers, nostalgic hits from 1989, and the enduring appe...

Cringe Songs & Transformative Justice w/ Shannon Perez-Darby and Tashmica Torok of Popaganda Podcast
May 28, 202401:06:59

Cringe Songs & Transformative Justice w/ Shannon Perez-Darby and Tashmica Torok of Popaganda Podcast

In this episode of Queue Points, co-hosts Jay Ray and DJ Sir Daniel are joined by Tashmica Torok and Shannon Perez-Darby from the @ThePopagandaPodcast. They discuss the complexities of supporting some of our favorite pop culture moments, problematic faves, the importance of accountability, the impac...