Keepin' It a Bean

By Marquise Davon

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"Keepin' It a Bean" hosted by Marquise Davon is a podcast that brings together storytelling, an honest dialogue, and cultural commentary over a cup of coffee, tea... or whatever I decide to put into the mug. Marquise is an educator, activist, and content created based out of Philly who believes that community and humanity still has hope. He has a strong background in Social Emotional Learning, Theatre, Education, Black Masculinity, Social Justice, and Pop Culture.

Episode Date
The Drama - "Shoutout to Sally!" (ft. Ray Love, Jr)
Apr 07, 2026
Hustle & Honor: Black Women Building Legacy
Mar 12, 2026
Queer Black Identity, Visibility & Art in the Digital Age (ft. Steven Underwood)
Jan 29, 2026
Creatives Must Become World Builders
Dec 16, 2025
The Truth About Black Founders and Venture Capital (ft. Jordan Bradley)
Dec 01, 2025
Zohran Mamdani's Win and Unpacking the Political Shift (ft. Salaah Muhammad)
Nov 30, 2025
Should Creators Niche Down? (ft. Timmo Russ)
Nov 24, 2025
Can We Sustain Black Men in Education? (ft. Sterling Grimes)
Oct 31, 2025
[LIVE SHOW] Social Entrepreneurship in Philly (ft. Tamir, Deb, and DJ Mal)
Aug 01, 2025
Elections Have Consequences, the Parker Administration, & Stop Attending Protests? (ft. Salaah)
Jul 01, 2025
Drunk Black History (ft. Brandon Collins)
Jun 09, 2025
The Problem with the Smart Black Boy in Pop Culture
May 28, 2025
Shedeur Sanders and Earned Confidence
May 21, 2025
We All Have Problematic Faves (ft. Marc Vincent)
May 05, 2025
STEM So(ul)cial (ft. Camille Smith)
Apr 30, 2025
LIVE SHOW: The Media Crisis
Apr 23, 2025
Commodifying the Creative (ft. Dante Lorenzo)
Apr 06, 2025
Navigating Burnout (ft. Tynecia Wilson)
Apr 01, 2025
Networking Across (ft. Esh Your Heart Out)
Mar 27, 2025
Black Women Rediscover Themselves After 30 (ft. Ellyse Grant)
Mar 19, 2025
Let's Get Intimate (ft. Candace Johnson)
Mar 12, 2025
Finding His Voice In Comedy (ft. Anthony Moore)
Mar 03, 2025
[Live Show] The Need for Third Spaces
Mar 02, 2025
After the 76ers Decision and How Church Impacted Politics (ft. Councilman Nicolas O'Rourke)
Feb 05, 2025
Somebody's Gotta Do It (ft. Youssouph Ndiaye)
Jan 21, 2025
[Live Show] Leroy's, Legacy, and Community (ft. Garry Johnson III)
Jan 14, 2025
Men Should Embrace Accountability (ft. Joshua Meekins)
Nov 25, 2024
Lessons From Our Grandparents (ft. Andres Santana)
Oct 30, 2024
Be Clear About What You Want (ft. Kyle "KP" Price)
Sep 26, 2024
Honor Your Legacy (ft. TYE)
Sep 09, 2024
Can We Maintain Black Joy During This Election Cycle? (ft. Elijah Rhea)
Aug 29, 2024
The Midnight Snack: Create the Music That You Want (ft. Kam Dela)
Aug 26, 2024
Kamala Harris is a Political Necessity (ft. Salaah Muhammad)
Aug 22, 2024
Processing Grief Through Manga (ft. James "Enoch" Church)
Aug 19, 2024
Embrace the Algorithm (ft. Chris Coleman)
Aug 16, 2024
Who Cares For Black Men? (ft. Isaiah Gaymon)
Aug 05, 2024
Will Black Men Support Kamala Harris? (ft. Sterling Grimes)
Jul 29, 2024
Transitioning to College & Young Adulthood (ft. Suhayb Rice)
Jul 22, 2024
Create For Yourself (ft. Hassiem the Dream)
Jul 18, 2024
The Responsibility of Influence (ft. Ryan Harris & Micah Wilson)
Jun 27, 2024
Do Nothing Without Intention (ft. DJ Mal & Elijah Rhea)
Jun 18, 2024
Hearts & Harmonies (ft. DeMel & Balmour)
Jun 13, 2024
Overcoming Self-Doubt (ft. Juice)
May 28, 2024
Learn to Love The Process (ft. Shjango)
May 21, 2024
#WhopperGate (ft. Balmour, Cody & Elijah)
May 13, 2024
Release Control. Be Present. (ft. Kyree Kyng)
May 06, 2024
Make Space for Joy (ft. Esh Your Heart Out)
Apr 29, 2024
The Power of the Personal Story (ft. Andre D. Carroll)
Apr 23, 2024
Your Crown Is Meant For You (ft. Marcus Moore)
Apr 22, 2024
Fashion as an Outlet For Rediscovery (ft. Ameen)
Apr 15, 2024
Psychedelic Therapy and "We Are the Medicine" (ft. Victor Cabral)
Apr 08, 2024
A Business Model for Cooperative Economics (ft. Black Soul Summer)
Apr 01, 2024
"We Got Action" and The Role of Comedy (ft. Alan Massenburg)
Mar 25, 2024
Young Adulthood, Gen Z, and Bed Rotting (ft. Jada Nicole)
Mar 18, 2024
Smell The Pineapple Butt (ft. Balmour and Cody)
Mar 11, 2024
Black Excellence Is a Scam (ft. Elijah Rhea)
Mar 04, 2024
What Does It Mean To Be a Good Mentor (ft. Suhayb Rice)
Feb 28, 2024
How to Cultivate Your Passion (ft. Pastor Jul)
Feb 12, 2024
What Kind of Student Were You? (ft. Elijah, Cody, and Balmour)
Feb 05, 2024
Chosen Family (ft. Sean Eric)
Jan 31, 2024
How Family and Faith Brewed Success (ft. Yaseen) `
Jan 22, 2024
Yasiin Bey vs Drake, Lil Nas X/Katt Williams, and Republicans Hate Kids
Jan 18, 2024
The Unintended Results of a Large Platform (ft. Eric Cole)
Jan 15, 2024
Appreciate the Grind (ft. Captain Brick)
Jan 08, 2024
Nurturing Black Male Friendships, Choosing Joy, and Embracing Change (ft. Cody and Balmour)
Dec 16, 2023
What Does Community Require? (ft. Zachary Di'Ante)
Dec 13, 2023
Dwight Howard and the Queer Spectacle
Dec 05, 2023
Let Black Men Be Sassy (ft. HealingWhileBlack)
Sep 18, 2023
Montgomery Brawl & Roda Bashe: A Disparity in Protection
Sep 12, 2023
Zora Neale Hurston and Richard Wright Beefed Over Representation
Aug 29, 2023
How Do You Define Your Worth (ft. Nomz)
Aug 21, 2023
Advice On Curating Community, Culture, and Experiences
Aug 14, 2023
Embracing a Professional and Personal Pivot
Aug 07, 2023
Black People Should Be Invested in Prison Abolition
Jun 20, 2023
Why Are Black Men Leaving the Classroom
Jun 13, 2023
"By Any Means Necessary" | How I Honor Malcolm X's Legacy
May 19, 2023
We Need To Slow Down on the A.I.
May 14, 2023
American Has a (Gun) Problem
May 08, 2023
What Kind of Man Do You Want to Be? (ft. Josh Odam)
Apr 24, 2023
Art Reflects Culture and Politics
Apr 18, 2023
Media Literacy In the Age of Disinformation
Apr 03, 2023
Brunch Blacks: A Modern Talented Tenth Aesthetic
Feb 22, 2023
The GRAMMYs and College Board Are the Problem
Feb 08, 2023
A Case Study on Celebrity, Community, and Activism (ft. @JaceInPlace)
Jan 06, 2023
A Cautionary Tale: The Chicken Salad and Your Voice
Dec 06, 2022
Release That Job or Reimagine That Workplace
Nov 23, 2022
Kanye, Kyrie, and OJ Simpson: Should Black Men Be Held Accountable in Public?
Nov 15, 2022
Jay-Z and the Co-Opting of Black Radical Language in Leadership
Oct 26, 2022
Will Smith Did Not Need To Apologize to Everyone
Oct 18, 2022
Beyoncé's "Renaissance" is an Ode to Queerness and Joy
Aug 09, 2022
Black Men Get Candid About Masculinity
Aug 07, 2022
Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar Explore Restorative Justice
Jul 22, 2022
Are Black Men Lonely? Big Teak is a Cautionary Tale
Jul 14, 2022
Kevin Samuels Lied To Black Men
Jul 03, 2022
BLK ODYSSY: Creating Something Bigger Than Yourself
Sep 08, 2021