In this bonus episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B is joined by music journalist Jayson Rodriguez and cultural curator A-King for a deep, soulful dive into the world of R&B. [00:00] The conversation kicks off with a look at R&B’s cultural impact, tracing how the genre has served as both a mirror and a balm for generations of listeners.

[03:08] The trio explores the evolution of R&B within the music industry, from its gospel and soul roots to its intersections with pop and hip-hop. They reflect on [06:01] what truly defines R&B, arguing that the emotional depth, lived experience, and vulnerability in the music are what make it timeless.

[08:48] The discussion shifts to the role of media in shaping R&B’s visibility, and how the genre’s presence has changed on major platforms. From there, they break down [12:07] today’s R&B landscape, spotlighting emerging artists, and asking whether the genre is truly experiencing a renaissance—or if it’s still fighting for space.

[15:00] Hip-hop’s influence on R&B comes into focus, both as a source of collaboration and creative tension. [17:48] Nostalgia enters the chat as the group reminisces about classic sounds, beloved groups, and the feeling that something essential has been lost in the transition to modern trends.

[20:40] They dig into the evolution of vocal standards, noting how raw vocal ability has often taken a back seat to aesthetics and production polish. That leads into [23:53] a conversation about the challenges and opportunities shaping R&B’s future—from streaming culture to label support and artist independence.

The episode doesn’t shy away from nuance. [38:47] They unpack the shift from "thug love" to hyper-masculinity in male R&B, questioning what this means for intimacy and expression. [42:29] The aesthetic evolution of artists—from fashion to persona—gets its own spotlight, while [44:24] nostalgia and critiques of the genre’s supposed "decline" add further layers to the dialogue.

[50:20] The conversation turns to women in R&B, debating whether they're thriving or still being boxed in by industry expectations. As the energy rises, the group shares their dream lineups for [54:36] future R&B tours and collaborations, imagining what a curated revival could look like.

To wrap things up, they discuss [01:00:29] the legacy of R&B through the lens of underrated and overrated albums, and [01:09:26] share their predictions and hopes for the future of the genre—highlighting artists to watch, sonic shifts on the horizon, and the timeless power of R&B when done right.

This episode is a love letter, a critique, and a call to action for anyone who’s ever had their heart healed by a hook or a harmony. 

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In this bonus episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B is joined by music journalist Jayson Rodriguez and cultural curator A-King for a deep, soulful dive into the world of R&amp;B. [00:00] The conversation kicks off with a look at R&amp;B&rsquo;s cultural impact, tracing how the genre has served as both a mirror and a balm for generations of listeners.
[03:08] The trio explores the evolution of R&amp;B within the music industry, from its gospel and soul roots to its intersections with pop and hip-hop. They reflect on [06:01] what truly defines R&amp;B, arguing that the emotional depth, lived experience, and vulnerability in the music are what make it timeless.
[08:48] The discussion shifts to the role of media in shaping R&amp;B&rsquo;s visibility, and how the genre&rsquo;s presence has changed on major platforms. From there, they break down [12:07] today&rsquo;s R&amp;B landscape, spotlighting emerging artists, and asking whether the genre is truly experiencing a renaissance&mdash;or if it&rsquo;s still fighting for space.
[15:00] Hip-hop&rsquo;s influence on R&amp;B comes into focus, both as a source of collaboration and creative tension. [17:48] Nostalgia enters the chat as the group reminisces about classic sounds, beloved groups, and the feeling that something essential has been lost in the transition to modern trends.
[20:40] They dig into the evolution of vocal standards, noting how raw vocal ability has often taken a back seat to aesthetics and production polish. That leads into [23:53] a conversation about the challenges and opportunities shaping R&amp;B&rsquo;s future&mdash;from streaming culture to label support and artist independence.
The episode doesn&rsquo;t shy away from nuance. [38:47] They unpack the shift from "thug love" to hyper-masculinity in male R&amp;B, questioning what this means for intimacy and expression. [42:29] The aesthetic evolution of artists&mdash;from fashion to persona&mdash;gets its own spotlight, while [44:24] nostalgia and critiques of the genre&rsquo;s supposed "decline" add further layers to the dialogue.
[50:20] The conversation turns to women in R&amp;B, debating whether they're thriving or still being boxed in by industry expectations. As the energy rises, the group shares their dream lineups for [54:36] future R&amp;B tours and collaborations, imagining what a curated revival could look like.
To wrap things up, they discuss [01:00:29] the legacy of R&amp;B through the lens of underrated and overrated albums, and [01:09:26] share their predictions and hopes for the future of the genre&mdash;highlighting artists to watch, sonic shifts on the horizon, and the timeless power of R&amp;B when done right.
This episode is a love letter, a critique, and a call to action for anyone who&rsquo;s ever had their heart healed by a hook or a harmony.&nbsp;
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Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with comedic education and outlandish hot takes.

Each week, Mandii B engages guests from the worlds of media, comedy and entertainment, as well as cultural and topical experts, to tackle everything from current events to the latest scandals in order to confront biases, embrace the uncomfortable and embark on a journey that shakes the status quo.

Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with comedic education and outlandish hot takes. Each week, Mandii B engages guests from the worlds of media, comedy and entertainment, as well as cultural and topical experts, to tackle everything from current events to the latest scandals in order to confront biases, embrace the uncomfortable and embark on a journey that shakes the status quo.

Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with comedic education and outlandish...

Selective Ignorance with Mandii B

Selective Ignorance R&B Debates | Bonus Episode

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