Drunk Black History – Details, episodes & analysis

Check out our upcoming tour dates in February at https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/upcoming-shows! We'll be hosting shows in Philly, LA, Boston, Austin, Brooklyn, and more!   

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at officialdrunkblackhistory!

Host Brandon (@frodo_blackins) is joined by Hippin Hops Brewpub and Oyster Bar owner, LaMont Russell to discuss the career and legacy of comedian/actor Bernie Mac. They talk about LaMont's experience as a business owner, LaMont growing up in Chicago, and why Bernie Mac is considered one of the best comedians to ever do it. 

DBH Links:

- https://www.instagram.com/officialdrunkblackhistory

- https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/

- https://www.youtube.com/@drunkblackhistory

- https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/16706941-dbh-logo

Guest:
LaMont Russell

Hosts:

Brandon Collins

The King of Comedy Cocktail Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 oz rye whiskey (or bonded bourbon if you want it rounder)
• ½ oz Averna or other amaro (for depth and hard-earned wisdom)
• ¼ oz honey syrup (1:1 honey + warm water)
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• 1 dash orange bitters
• Orange peel (expressed)

Instructions
1. Add whiskey, amaro, honey syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice.
2. Stir until well chilled and properly diluted (about 20–25 seconds).
3. Strain into a rocks glass over a large cube.
4. Express an orange peel over the drink, rim the glass, and discard or drop in.

Sponsors:

NuNorm
HereSay.Live

"Drunk Black History" is a production of Casa de Collins LLC.

Check out our upcoming tour dates in February at https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/upcoming-shows! We'll be hosting shows in Philly, LA, Boston, Austin, Brooklyn, and more!   

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at officialdrunkblackhistory!

On the first episode of 2026, host Brandon (@frodo_blackins) is joined by Afros and Audio Podcast Festival founder and creative strategist Talib Jasir. They discuss Talib's founding of the podcast festival, why he has decided to step away, and the career and lasting legacy of musician and poet, Sun Ra. 

DBH Links:

- https://www.instagram.com/officialdrunkblackhistory

- https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/

- https://www.youtube.com/@drunkblackhistory

- https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/16706941-dbh-logo

Guest:
Talib Jasir

Hosts:

Brandon Collins

The Saturn Broadcast Recipe:
Ingredients

• 1.5 oz Anteel Gin or Du Nord Fitzgerald
  
  
• 0.5 oz Amaro Nonino
  
  
• 0.75 oz Pineapple juice 
  
  
• 0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice
  
  
• 0.25 oz Honey–ginger syrup 
  
  
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients (except optional float) to a shaker with ice.
   
   
2. Shake hard—like you’re trying to wake the ancestors.
   
   
3. Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass over a large cube.
   
   
4. If using charcoal or butterfly pea tea, gently float or swirl for a galaxy effect.

Garnish

• Dehydrated pineapple wheel or lemon twist

"Drunk Black History" is a production of Casa de Collins LLC.

Tickets are available for our upcoming dates in Brooklyn and Detroit at https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/upcoming-shows! Hope to see ya'll on the road! 

On this month's episode, Brandon is joined by podcaster and historian Andre White Jr. of the Redacted History podcast. They discuss the origin behind his podcast, the incredible legacy and bravery of Robert Small's commandeering of a Confederate ship, and why Black history stories would make great cinema! 

DBH Links:

- https://www.instagram.com/officialdrunkblackhistory

- https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/

- https://www.youtube.com/@drunkblackhistory

- https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/16706941-dbh-logo

Guest:

Dr. Andre White Jr.
The Redacted History Podcast

Hosts:

Brandon Collins

Sponsors:
How I Crushed It Podcast

"Drunk Black History" is a production of Casa de Collins LLC. 

Tickets for our upcoming "Drunk Black History" shows in Boston, Detroit, and Brooklyn are available at https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/upcoming-shows

Comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) is joined by special guest co-host Charles McBee for this Brooklyn show!

Host(s):
Brandon Collins -   https://www.instagram.com/frodoblackins
Charles McBee -  https://www.instagram.com/charlesmcbee
Tatiana Albandos - https://www.instagram.com/boricuacollins

Guests:
Sarah Cooper - https://www.instagram.com/sarahcpr/
Brittany Carney - https://www.instagram.com/brittany.goblin.carney/
Bomani Jones - https://www.instagram.com/bomani_jones/
Ben Ha Meen - https://www.instagram.com/djbenhameen/
Nore Davis - https://www.instagram.com/noredavis/

Sponsors:
Spirit of '76 - https://shop.76fireworks.com/
Lyre's Non-Alcoholic Spirits - https://www.instagram.com/lyresspiritco/

Tickets are available for our upcoming dates in Boston, Detroit, and Brooklyn at www.drunkblackhistory.com! Hope to see ya'll on the road! 

On this month's episode, Brandon is joined by comedian and Black Woman in Comedy Laff-Fest Joanna M. Briley to discuss her work elevating the voice of Black women in comedy and the legacy of prominent author and educator, Anna Julia Haywood Cooper!

DBH Links:

- https://www.instagram.com/officialdrunkblackhistory

- https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/

- https://www.youtube.com/@drunkblackhistory

- https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/16706941-dbh-logo

Guest:

Joanna M. Briley
The Black Women in Comedy Laff-Fest

Hosts:

Brandon Collins

Sponsors:
Salt River Therapy

"Drunk Black History" was recorded at The Daily Press in Brooklyn, NY. Shout-out to their staff for the amazing service and vibes!

"Drunk Black History" is a production of Casa de Collins LLC. 

Get tickets for the upcoming LIVE "Drunk Black History" shows in Boston (5/23), Brooklyn (6/19), and Detroit (6/20) at www.drunkblackhistory.com!

Comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) is joined by special guest co-host Rell Battle for this special Los Angeles show!

Host(s):
Brandon Collins - https://www.instagram.com/frodo_blackins
Rell Battle - https://www.instagram.com/rellbattle
Tatiana Albandos - https://www.instagram.com/boricuacollins

Guests:
April Reign - https://www.instagram.com/reignofapril
James III - https://www.instagram.com/james3rdcomedy
James Davis - https://www.instagram.com/theejamesdavis

If you enjoy our content, please subscribe to our podcast, YouTube page, and/or send a donation via PayPal at DrunkBlackHistoryNYC@gmail.com!

Get tickets for the upcoming "Drunk Black History" shows in Austin (3/6), Boston, Detroit, and more at www.drunkblackhistory.com!

On this month's episode, Brandon is joined by "Comedy in Harlem" comedy club owner Jamie Roberts to discuss the life and legacy of Malcolm X, owning a business meant to give back to the community, and staying ready so you don't have to get ready. 

Guest Links:

- https://www.comedyinharlem.com/

- https://www.instagram.com/comedianjamie/

- https://www.instagram.com/comedyinharlem/

DBH Links:

- https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/

- https://www.instagram.com/officialdrunkblackhistory

- https://www.youtube.com/@drunkblackhistory

- https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/16706941-dbh-logo

Host:

Brandon Collins

Special thanks to Feedspot for including Drunk Black History on their Top 20 Black History Podcasts list! 

"Drunk Black History" is a production of Casa de Collins LLC. 

Get tickets for the upcoming "Drunk Black History" shows in LA (2/21), NYC (2/25 and 2/28), Austin (3/6) and more at www.drunkblackhistory.com! Livestream tickets are available for the LA show!

On this month's episode, Brandon is joined by "State Property" director, producer, and AAFCA member Abdul Malik Abbott to discuss the legacy of the John Singleton, the first African American to be nominated for Best Director at the Oscars.

Guest Links:

- https://www.abdulmalikabbott.com/

- https://www.instagram.com/djabbyab/

- B.O.S.S Music 

DBH Links:

- https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/

- https://www.instagram.com/officialdrunkblackhistory

- https://www.youtube.com/@drunkblackhistory

- https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/16706941-dbh-logo

Host:

Brandon Collins

Special thanks to Feedspot for including Drunk Black History on their Top 20 Black History Podcasts list! 

"Drunk Black History" is a production of Casa de Collins LLC. 

Get tickets for the upcoming Black History Month LIVE "Drunk Black History" shows in LA (2/21), NYC (2/28), and Austin (3/6) at www.drunkblackhistory.com! Livestream tickets are available for the LA show!

Comedian Brandon Collins (SXSW) is joined by special guest co-host Rell Battle for this special New York Comedy Festival event!

Host(s):
Brandon Collins - https://www.instagram.com/frodo_blackins
Rell Battle - https://www.instagram.com/rellbattle
Tatiana Albandos - https://www.instagram.com/boricuacollins

Guests:
Eva Evans - https://www.instagram.com/evaevanscomedy
Byron Bowers - https://www.instagram.com/byronbowers
Anthony Moore - https://www.instagram.com/allthatandmoore

Podcast Sponsor:
CBDX.com (use code DBH for 15% off first order)

Live Event Sponsors:
Sorel Liqueur
Lyre's Non-Alcoholic Classic Spirits
McBride Sisters

If you enjoy our content, please subscribe to our podcast, YouTube page, and/or send a donation via PayPal at DrunkBlackHistoryNYC@gmail.com!

Get tickets for the upcoming Black History Month LIVE "Drunk Black History" shows in LA (2/21) and NYC (2/28) at www.drunkblackhistory.com! Livestream tickets are available for the LA show!

On this month's episode, Brandon is joined by podcasters Jazzmin and Kathleen from the "Girl, That's Scary" podcast to discuss the short career of groundbreaking actor, Duane Jones.

Guest Links: 

- https://www.girlthatsscary.com/

- https://www.instagram.com/girlthatsscary/

- https://x.com/GirlThatsScary

DBH Links:

- https://www.instagram.com/officialdrunkblackhistory

- https://www.drunkblackhistory.com/

- https://www.youtube.com/@drunkblackhistory

- https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/16706941-dbh-logo

Host:

Brandon Collins

"Drunk Black History" is a production of Casa de Collins LLC.