In this episode of Black Geek Energy, Jardo and D’Marcus dive into everything from anime binges to Atlanta film legends. Jardo has been tearing through One Piece—from Water 7 to Thriller Bark—while D’Marcus talks about landing a major capstone sponsorship and celebrating the mentorship that comes with it. The crew debates pacing in anime, flashback fatigue, and why One Piece still hits after hundreds of episodes.
From there, the conversation turns to Tyler Perry—his cultural influence, creative control, and impact on Atlanta’s booming film industry. The duo plays a Tyler Perry Movie Trivia game, breaks down his hits and misses, and imagines what it would look like if Perry directed superhero films, anime adaptations, or fantasy dramas. They also unpack Perry’s writing style, his evolving use of outside writers, and how his projects continue to shape Black storytelling.
The episode rounds out with talk of Next Gen Chef, 4Bats’ Still Shinin’, Cardi B’s new album, and a few wild pop-culture hot takes—from marriage advice to media scandals.
This episode proves that from anime arcs to Atlanta studios, Black creativity keeps rewriting the rules of the culture—so tune in, laugh with us, and join the conversation.
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