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Tha God's Honest Truth With Charlamagne Tha God

By Melissa Camacho, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 15+

Unapologetic host talks race with lots of cursing.

TV Comedy Central Variety Show 2021
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A Lot or a Little?

What you will—and won't—find in this TV show.

  • The God's Honest Truth TV Show: Charlemagne McKelvey
  • The God's Honest Truth TV Show: Quoting Chris Rock
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Based on 16 parent reviews

spower17
spower17 Adult
November 20, 2021
age 18+

Mainstream Racism

When Charlamagne states "I can't believe I'm getting away with this", he's not exaggerating. This show is pure racist propaganda. It's a vile stream of hatred that would be blasted as Nazi/KKK propaganda if this wasn't somehow the zeitgeist of the current moment. I wouldn't recommend anyone watch this unless they sadistically enjoy hating people based on the color of their skin.
DDay666
DDay666 Adult
November 12, 2021
age 18+

racist as shit!!!

this show is racist as shit!! but no one seems to care as long as it’s directed toward white people. this guy is a stupid asswipe capitalizing on the current wave sad ass loser. and, he’not funny at all. even when he’s not talking shit about white people. which is rare. and……… seems to be accepted without any recourse. wake up people!!
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What's the Story?

THA GOD'S HONEST TRUTH WITH CHARLAMAGNE THA GOD is a comedy talk starring radio and podcast personality Lenard "Charlemagne" McKelvy. With the help of comedy sketches, in-depth interviews, music videos, and by occasionally going undercover to conduct social experiments, the host explores a range of political issues and cultural topics from his perspective as a Black man.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say: (16 ):
Kids say: Not yet rated

The late-night variety talk show offers some straightforward commentary about issues and topics as they relate to race and racial awareness. Charlemagne McKelvey is unapologetically blunt as he shares his thoughts about relevant issues, while simultaneously using some irreverent humor to do it. But it's the comedy sketches, and the scenes of him going undercover to reveal some of the truths behind what he's saying, that are the most fun. Not everyone will be drawn to McKelvy's delivery style, and some may be uncomfortable with he points he is making. Nonetheless, Tha God's Honest Truth With Charlamagne Tha God presents arguments that are worth paying attention to.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about some of the topics and issues discussed on this TV show. Why is it important to talk about racism as we think about history, as well as the things that are happening in our world today? Why are people otten uncomfortable talking about it?

  • Late-night talk shows like Tha God's Honest Truth With Charlamagne Tha God discuss important or difficult topics, but do so with humor. Why does this formula appeal audiences? Is it appropriate for comedy shows be used as a platform to have these kinds of conversations? Why?

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