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Today, I learned that I don't really care about Beyoncé getting snubbed.

Plus, some thoughts on Frankie Beverly and my guilty pleasure.

In today’s episode of The Learning Kurve, I dive into the recent Country Music Awards (CMA) nominations and discuss why I’m not outraged by Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter being snubbed. Despite making history by reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart, becoming the first Black woman to top the Hot Country Albums chart, and spending four weeks at the top of Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, Cowboy Carter didn't receive a CMA nomination—and honestly, that’s okay.

I explore how Beyoncé’s experimental album transcends country music and why fans’ sense of entitlement for her to receive awards doesn’t match Beyoncé’s own attitude. There’s a fine line between righteous indignation and entitlement, and today, I’m breaking down why Beyoncé is bigger than any award show. Plus, a special tribute to the late Frankie Beverly and my thoughts on other Black artists nominated for CMAs.

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The Learning Kurve
The Learning Kurve is a podcast in which host Kimberly shares insights, lessons, and discoveries from her journey of continuous learning. Each episode explores new topics, from personal growth and pop culture to academic research and creative entrepreneurship, offering reflections on how these revelations shape her perspective. Tune in to hear candid takes on what she's learning and how it all connects to her life and work.