Feb 23, 2026
This week on Minoritea Report, Auntea Kerel, Auntea Jerrell, and the "Other Jerell" welcome back author Frederick Smith to talk about his upcoming novel Love Is a Contact Sport — a Black, queer, second-chance romance set around a college reunion. Frederick drops gems on the discipline of writing, the importance of "claiming your man" in fiction, and why he’s amping up the spice in his upcoming June 2026 release.
The Aunteas also tackle the "selective rage" trending online regarding America’s Next Top Model . Are we holding Tyra Banks to a 2026 standard for a 2003 world? Plus, the crew discusses the "Vocal Bible" (is Brandy the whole book or just a chapter?), Jill Scott’s newest masterpiece "To Whom It May Conern", and the mathematical intentionality behind Beyoncé’s release dates ... she thawing out so y'all better get them coins ready and get then cups ready for MINORITEA REPORT!!
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00:00 Intro
01:18 Frederick Smith: Love Is A Contact Sport
07:20 The Creative Process and Inspirations
12:41 Advice for Aspiring Writers
17:06 The Joy of Reading: A Personal Journey
19:25 The Role of Reading in Personal Growth
21:36 Understanding Cheerleading: A Professional Insight
24:21 Self-Censorship in Writing: Balancing Authenticity and Audience
27:31 The Impact of Romance Novels on Relationships
34:20 Impact of Heated Rivalry
38:25 Supporting Black Queer Narratives: A Call to Action
45:22 Beyoncé's Anticipated Return
48:18 Jill Scott's New Album
50:17 Brandy's National Anthem Performance
53:35 The Vocal Bible Debate
57:46 America's Next Top Model Reflections
01:08:24 Reality TV and Accountability
01:10:24 The Impact of Reality TV on Culture
01:13:04 Benediction
01:14:45 Celebrating Black History Month