From the Block to the Boardroom

The fellas analyze and discuss some of the latest stories which meet at the intersection of Race & Sports.  - NCAA Name Image & Likeness ruling  - Sha'carri Richardson, Should Marijuana still be a banned substance in athletics? - Soul Cap under review for Olympic Swimming & Diving - England's Black Players and the disgusting behavior White fans displayed after loss.  - Black Coaches in the NBA #nameimagelikeness #shacarririchardson #marijuana #soccer #nba

Dr. J and Trev and catch up while reflecting on the history of the Tulsa Race Massacre which destroyed "Black Wall Street" the Greenwood Neighborhood of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Our hosts also put some thought into the future and Black America's socio-economic trajectory.

- Mental Health Check In - Square acquires Tidal - Trev and Dr. Jay share their respective thought process as to why they each decided to get vaccinated - America's Rescue Plan - Black Fatherhood - Snowfall on FX - Nas wins his first Grammy - Hood Scripture: Thanksgiving by Benny The Butcher

The fellas do their first video episode which is available on YouTube. - Reflections on 1 year anniversary and past episodes - Testimonials and motivation from listeners - Mental Health Check In - Perspectives on Bobby Shmurda, social economic culture of particular Brooklyn neighborhoods, street politics, and accountability. - Dr. Jay informs us about the National Institutes of Health: All of Us Research Program. - Thasunda Brown Duckett new CEO of TIAA - Bay Mills Diversity Fund - Hood Scripture: What It Feels Like (Jay-Z Verse)

Guest: Kwaku Brown Bonsoprah- Bonsu Founder of MiDaayke Foundation (@midaayke on Instagram) - Mental Health Check In - Loss of power across Texas and the effects - Brown discusses MiDaayke and his Ghanian Roots - The importance of giving back, investing in the social infrastructure of our people - Diaspora Talk: The fellas analyze history, culture, identity, and being Black Men in America from the perspectives of a Ghanian, a Jamaican, and an African American. - Hood Scripture comes from the song "Distant Relatives" by Nas & Damian Marley

- Mental Health Check in - Black History Month - Movies & Shows - Malcolm & Marie - Judas and the Black Messiah

Overview: Special Guest Jesse Martin (@jsmartinlive on IG) Mental health check-in A year since Kobe passed. Reflecting on a legacy Johnson & Johnson vaccine update: What do the numbers mean Clubhouse worth $1 Billion Insight in to the Venture Capital World and the Black Community's role in it The GameStop Play: Hedge Funds shorting failing business stocks and the common retail investors deciding to rally together to "squeeze" the shorts Is Robinhood true to its name? Camp Sight Studios Super Bowl Preview

Intro Mental Health check in The Black Currency A Black Woman takes center stage: VP Kamala Harris The Black dollar: Broken down by The Black Currency (@theblackcurrency on IG) “White people pass down wealth, Black people from the hood pass down welfare & financial trauma” General Knowledge to Generational Wealth to Generational Impact American Skin: Oscar worthy! Verzuz: Ashanti vs Keyshia Cole NFL: What does a Black man have to do to get hired as a head coach... Hank Aaron: RIP to the legend Hood Scripture: "Lullaby" by Belly

Mental Health check-in: One night in Miami movie (Regina Hall Director debut) Stacey Abrahams Inauguration day approaching Business: investing Marijuana being legalized for recreational use James Harden "hating on the Black man" Kyrie Irving: Finding balance in doing things at once when one becomes overwhelming Heaux Tales: Jazmin Sullivan & Lori Harvey reclaiming their time

The fellas are finally back at it to wrap up 2020. Introductions 1:40 - Mental Health check-in (Trev) 9:05 - Mental Health Check-in (Dr. Jay) 11:30 - Resolutions and why they fail/succeed 14:30 - Post elections effects 16:00 - The effect of the Black Vote 20:50 - Covid-19 and the vaccine 43:44 = Rap album of the year: debating B dot's list 57:10 - Rowdy Rebel's release from prison and the anticipation

On this episode the fellas get right to business. The mental health check in starts with Trev reflecting on the fellas fraternal fishing trip. The conversation moves into "How do people experience you" which is triggered by the untimely passing of Sajjad Bacchus (RIP King) while Trev reflects on how Sajjad was always willing to go over the top for people he didn't know. The brothers move in talking about the political trail and debate over the federal crime bill, our communities' role in it and how we should view those who played a role in it outside of our communities. "I'm speaking": The brothers talk about society mandating Black people always having to be professional and dressed to impress. The conversation then swings into Ice Cube's contract with Black America being taunted by Trump. In closing, the fellas talk about Lebron's legacy and end with the music recap.

Where have you been???? On this episode of From The Block To The Boardroom the fellas catch up and discuss what they have been getting into during the break away from podcasting. The conversation starts with reflection and moves into the mental health check in. The fellas touch on voting, the presidential election, and the manipulation of the political system. The fellas discuss Breonna Taylor's case and lack of charges against the police officers involved. The fellas then move into the effect of covid-19 on the school systems and struggles teachers, students, parents, and administrators face educating our youth during a pandemic. The fellas eventually move into lighter topics like sports and bubbles vs non bubbles. Shoutout to the Miami Hurricanes!!! They debate the effect of the NBA using it's platform to further social justice issues. Finally the brothers discuss shows they've been watching (P-Valley, Love Craft Country, Power Book 2). Lastly the fellas discuss what they've been listening to recently and finish up with a hood scripture from the gues of the inaugural episode: Reflection by Sae. Welcome back fellas

On this episode of From the Block to the Boardroom the fellas catch up with each other on what's been going on during quarantine. This week's mental check-in gives the fellas a chance to deep dive into things that have been weighing on their minds and hearts. Dr. Jae leads the way on health care during covid-19 and the fellas break down how its disproportionately affecting the Black community in NY and throughout the United States. Trev analyzes the economic effects of covid-19 and how it trickles down throughout our communities. The music portion of the podcast touches on new projects by Tory Lanez, Griselda (West side Gunn), and 22gz. The fellas also talk about Complex's article on Brooklyn Drill music and debates whether or not Bobby Shmurda is a Drill artist. The fellas end with a discussion on "The Last Dance" documentary talking about MJ and the Bulls last championship run. This week's hood scripture comes from the great Tupac "Keep your head up".  Please make sure you all tune in on Tuesday night 9pm for our Live episode via zoom. The link is in our IG profile. 

This week's mental health check-in touches on how the fellas are managing in quarantine and discussing how people can capitalize on "being still". Dr. Jae gives us an update on how nurses and other health care workers are managing in the  covid-19 pandemic and address's the shortage of personal protective equipment. He goes on a rant on how nurses are being treated by the health care system. The Fellas also touch on the economy and how it's being affected by Covid. Trev talks  401k's and stocks for the people. The second half of the podcast touches on the producer/songwriter battles that artists have been having including Swizz vs Timbaland, and the fellas give a history on the origin of  DJ sound clashing and "dubplates". The fellas' touch on sports and how athletes have been keeping busy and the possibility of canceling the NFL and NCAA football seasons. To end the Podcast the fellas answer some questions from listeners before Dr. Jae gives us the hood scripture provide by Detroit's own "Big Sean".  Happy Early Birthday Trev Stargon !!!

The fellas are back from The A. On this week's mental check in the fellas discuss the impact of COVID (corona virus diseases). Dr. Jae reflects on last week's trip back Atlanta and his family coming full circle from College Park. The fellas discuss social distancing hobbies they've picked up which leads them into the music industry. They discuss Jay Electronica's album and his back and forth with Joe Budden. They discuss the need to be hustlers and not just employees. The fellas hit free agency in the NFL and discuss Bill O'Brien's borderline offensive topics. "When do we forgive", a prelude to a deeper darker future conversation is touched upon before Trev gives up the good word for the Hood scripture off of Shinny Suit theory.  

In this episode the Trev and Dr. Jay starts with addressing the "Trev's low voice" conspiracy on episode 002. The brothers are joined by a special guest "James J Johnson" who Dr. J adopts as a long lost cousin. On this week's mental check in the brothers updates everyone on Dr. J's Mental crowding .  A lot happened this week and the brothers waste no time debating everything including a young Brooklyn man being attacked by Brooklyn detectives from the 69th precinct, a 15 year old girl being jumped by a group of boys, Black Lives Matter LA movement playing drums outside of the DA's house at 5:40am, and Black twitter's response to Honeypot critics demanding for the removal of the products. The group discusses Spike Lee and James Dolan incident.... will Trev give us his lifelong fandom. Music wise the fellas debate Meg thee Stallion contract dispute along with her new project and Jadakiss new project. This week Hood scripture comes from Rev Jermaine Cole.

On this episode the fellas give thanks to their listeners, supporters, and their village. The mental health check-in elaborates on mental clutter/crowdiness. The fellas recap their weeks and begin the podcast with a tribute to Katherine Johnson (seen in Hidden Figures) and then get into the political landscape following the South Carolina Primary. They discuss the extent candidates are going to in order to secure the Black Vote. Dr. Jae gives an update on the Corona Virus with health tips to prevent the spread while Trev discusses the impact the virus has had on the stock market this past week. The second half of the conversation kicks off with the duo debating the arrest of 6 year old Kaia Rolle in Orlando, Florida followed by touching on the 70% spike in NYC school children homelessness. The sports section discusses another Black Quarterback, Jalen Hurts, being asked about switching positions in the NFL. The music section touches on G Herbo artwork for his album and the group previews some of Lil Baby's album for their listeners and ends with an engaging conversation on Drake's new visuals for When to Say when/Chicago Freestyle. The fellas close with a hood scripture from legend DJ Premier/Gangstarr feat J Cole

Welcome to the first episode hosted by Dr. J and Trev. On this episode the fellas do mental health check in's. They discuss Pop Smoke, gaslighting and the medias responsibility, Rihanna's NAACP award acceptance speech, 2020 Presidential Debate and RIP Kobe and Gigi Bryant.  This week's hood scripture came from the book of Jay-HOVA.