How much of our identity is shaped by the secrets we keep? with Dr. Nicole

Author: Pink Lady
Published: Wed 21 May 2025
Episode Link: https://shows.acast.com/podcastingisthenewkink/episodes/how-much-of-our-identity-is-shaped-by-the-secrets-we-keep-wi

This is the last episode about Black Cake but this is definitely my favorite conversation! Today on Podcasting Is the New Kink!, Nicole and I discuss diversions from novel and reason why the producers of the series made the choices they did.

We delve into the themes of secrets and identity and we explore how secrets shape the characters' lives and relationships, particularly focusing on the question: how much of our identity is shaped by the secrets we keep?. The conversation highlights the impact of colonialism, the portrayal of women, and the significance of familial relationships, ultimately questioning how adaptations can simplify complex narratives.

We also dive into themes of family legacy, the impact of police brutality in media, character representation, and the cultural significance of the Nine Night ceremony. We emphasize the importance of identity and the connections to heritage, particularly in the context of Jamaican culture.

We talk:

08:46 - Diving into character diversions

22:01 - Byron's journey and character development

30:03 - Police brutality in media

39:05 - Casting choices and audience perception

46:28 - Cultural significance of the Nine Night Ceremony

Episode References:

Inside Out 2 (2024)

Marvel Cinematic Universe

Get Millie Black (TV Series 2024)

The Other Black Girl Trailer (Episode 58-64)

Steve Harris