This Bahamian Gyal
Are you transphobic if you refuse to date a trans woman? Are white people racist if they refuse to live next door to black people? Did you have to hide the fact that you voted for Donald Trump from family and friends? When it comes to controversial conversations, nothing's off limits. These are just some of the topics you'll hear when you tune to the This Bahamian Gyal Podcast with host, Rogan Smith.
Join us every Monday and Wednesday where Rogan will dish up social commentary with a moderate viewpoint, sounding off on everything from politics to BBLs. She infuses humor, homespun wisdom and straight talk that appeals to listeners sick of being ostracized for their unconventional views.
On this podcast we call it as we see it, which means everyone can get it. Tune in now to hear those "private conversations in public."
Episodes
74 episodes
Kanye West Warned About This Years Ago
Years ago, Kanye West publicly pushed back against his daughter North West being on TikTok. He questioned the makeup, the lipstick, and how much freedom a young child should have on social media.Now, as North experiments with blue hair, ...
They Just Wanted Nice Eyebrows... | Eyebrow Horror Stories That Went VERY Wrong
They just wanted nice eyebrows. Instead, they got painful infections, shocking reactions, and beauty disasters they never saw coming.In this episode, we’re diving into some of the most disturbing eyebrow horror stories and beauty treatme...
And the Mother of the Year Award Goes To… A Mom, No Seatbelts & Internet Backlash
A mom lets her kids ride in a car without seatbelts, and when the internet calls her out, she has a lot to say about it.In this episode, we get into the decision that sparked the backlash, her reaction to the criticism, and the bigger co...
Why Does Everyone Want to Be Different . . . in Exactly the Same Way?
We live in an age obsessed with individuality. We want to stand out, express ourselves, and be different, but somehow, we keep ending up with the same clothes, the same cars, the same food, the same phrases, the same trends, and even the same i...
Black People: We're in Trouble
Black people: we're in trouble. In this episode, we discuss why accountability matters and examine behaviors that, in my view, are contributing to negative outcomes in parts of the Black community. We talk about the normalization of profanity a...
The Celebrity BBL Trend: Where Are the Honest Friends in Hollywood?
Celebrity BBL culture has completely reshaped beauty standards in Hollywood, to the point where I'm left wondering: where are the honest friends?In this episode, we're talking about the celebrity BBL trend, unrealistic beauty stan...
The Most Disturbing Part of This Viral Video Isn't the Kids
In this episode, I'm reacting to a viral clip of children arguing and using language far beyond what's appropriate for their age, all while the adults around them laugh, cheer them on, and treat it like entertainment.But the kids aren't ...
Can We Be Honest About Sagging Pants - A Controversial Fashion Trend
Why do people still sag their pants? In this episode, we break down one of the most controversial and confusing fashion trends still seen today, sagging pants. Some people hate it, some people defend it, but almost everyone has an opinion on it...
Fake Nails Have OFFICIALLY Gone Too Far
The fake nail trend is officially getting out of control. What started as cute acrylics has turned into a full-blown competition to see who can function the least, and TikTok keeps making it worse.In this episode, we’re diving into extre...
Why Everyone’s Calling Out SHEIN Right Now
TikTok can’t stop talking about SHEIN — and not in a good way. In this episode, we dive into the viral hauls exposing outfits that look completely different from what shoppers thought they ordered. From off fits and cheap materials to pieces th...
The Baby Hair Trend Has Gone Too Far
The baby hair trend has officially gone too far. I’m breaking down the viral laid edges trend, how edges stylingevolved, and why these looks are getting out of control. From soft swoops to full-on forehead architecture… we need to talk.W...
These Lashes Are NOT Human 😭 (Makeup Gone Too Far)
Ever seen a pair of false eyelashes so dramatic they don’t even look human anymore? Yeah… we need to talk. 😭In this episode, we’re diving into the world of ugly, over-the-top, completely unrealistic false lashes—the ones that ta...
The REAL reason spring break STDs spike every year
What really happens during spring break—and why do the same stories keep coming up every year? After viral conversations tied to Houston, a lot of people treated it like a shocking, one-time situation. But the reality is, this isn’t new. <...
I Asked for Unpopular Opinions… This Was a Mistake 😳
In today’s episode, I asked you all to share your most unpopular opinions… and wow, you did NOT hold back. From mildly controversial takes to opinions that honestly shocked me, I’m reading through them and giving my real, unfiltered reactions.&...
Why people SECRETLY love with influencers fail
Why do people seem fascinated when influencers mess up, get canceled, or suddenly fall from fame? In this episode, we explore the psychology behind why people secretly enjoy watching influencers fail. From schadenfreude to the pressure of socia...
Why Influencers Are Going Broke and Returning to Traditional Jobs
Your favorite influencers might look rich online — luxury trips, designer outfits, exotic cars — but behind the scenes, many are financially struggling. In this video, we break down the illusion of influencer wealth and expose how ...
Caught on Camera: Wendy’s Drive-Thru Erupts Into Chaos
In a shocking viral incident at a Wendy's drive-thru, chaos erupted when a group of customers began attacking employees by throwing food and drinks through the service window. The video, widely circulated across social media platfo...
He wants a 20-year-old. He's 54.
e’s 54… and somehow thinks women over 30 are “expired.” Watching this dating show clip from Kendra G Singles Live is like observing a masterclass in delusion. Is it confidence or delusion? In this reaction video, I break down the a...
TYRA BANKS said “Learn From This”. WE DID. | Netflix ANTM docuseries Fallout
We’re diving deep into the Netflix ANTM special and the fallout from America’s Next Top Model, featuring Tyra Banks. From controversial challenges to former contestants speaking out, this video breaks down the ANTM controversy, the...
Why many Black people DON'T TRUST non-Black communities
In this episode, I talk about why many Black people don’t trust non-Black communities and where that mistrust comes from. This isn’t about blaming individuals or speaking for everyone – it’s a conversational breakdown of history, lived experien...
If you're STILL defending TRUMP's racism, HEAR THIS - Obama video controversy
President Donald Trump is under fire after sharing a racist video that dehumanizes the Obama. family using tropes historically rooted in white supremacy. The video depicting Black people as apes is not a joke or a mistake; it's a deliberate rac...
When SILENCE Feels Like SURVIVAL: A Man Shares His Childhood Trauma
In this episode, we have a thoughtful and deeply important conversation with a male survivor of childhood trauma. Male survivors are often left out of public conversations about trauma, healing, and recovery — not because their experiences are ...
And Y’all STILL Go to Joel Osteen’s Church? Eviction, Pregnancy, No Help
A former member of Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church has gone public with a heartbreaking testimony: when he and his pregnant wife were facing eviction, he says the church he faithfully attended and volunteered at, refused to help. In ...
The most dangerous thing Trump has said this year
Donald Trump just crossed a line that should terrify anyone paying attention. In a stunning set of remarks, Trump openly floated the idea of annexing Greenland—framing it as a matter of “national security” and suggesting that only his own perso...
THIS should TERRIFY every country ON EARTH!
What happens when a global superpower treats international law as optional? In this episode, we examine the dangerous precedent set when the U.S. asserts the right to seize foreign leaders—and what that means for sovereignty, international law,...