Conversation

My roomate wonders why I talk to the tv when I'm by myself lol

Media commentary is part of Black culture.

Its how my parents taught me how to recognize "white people/racist bullshit". This requires critical thinking skills and the ability to interpret a narrative and recognize symbolism. To teach us this, we had to talk while we watched the show/movie. Also its just too fun.

I ended up having "is this a silent watching or a live commentary hang out" check ins with all my friends once i figured this out.

Live commentary is way more fun, and less toxic than passively absorbing all that mess.