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By Melissa Camacho
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Unapologetic host talks race with lots of cursing.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 15+?
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Tha God's Honest Truth With Charlamagne Tha God
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?
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?
TV Details
- Premiere date : September 17, 2021
- Cast : Lenard
- Network : Comedy Central
- Genre : Variety Show
- Topics : Activism
- Character Strengths : Communication
- TV rating :
- Last updated : September 30, 2025
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