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The former Minneapolis police officer has finally been sentenced for killing George Floyd. But has justice really been served? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and Shavar Jeffries unpack Derek Chauvin's sentencing and next steps to transform the institution of policing in honor of George Floyd's legacy. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Michelle Hope discuss Brittany Spears' attempt to end her conservatorship, the new abuse allegations against Chris Brown, and the debate surrounding the name of Michael B. Jordan's new Rum.

“In the Heights” has reignited long-standing conversations around colorism in the Latinx community. But this isn't just an issue in Hollywood. How can we stop the erasure of Afro-Latinx people in society? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Karina Cabreja, and Stanley Fritz unpack the recent controversy surrounding the lack of Afro-Latinx representation in “In the Heights.” In addition, the team discusses the return of “Bennifer,” the New York City mayoral race, and whether or not Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday is an act of performative justice.

It's the Black Independence Day, but the fight for freedom continues. On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” SelenaHill speaks to Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D., a professor and social justice researcher at UNC-Chapel Hill and co-founder of RISER, about the history of Juneteenth and the ongoing struggle for liberation. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Damond Stubbs join Selena to discuss VP Kamala Harris' controversial message to immigrants, Kim Kardashian's Photoshop fail, and new guidelines that give employers legal rights to mandate their employees receive COVID vaccinations.

It's June. We have pride, but not freedom. The fight for equality continues. On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and filmmaker Amber J. Phillips discuss the release of her documentary, “Abundance,” which touches on the intersection of race, sexuality, and body image. In addition, Evan Mastrondari and Michelle Hope unpack the rise in transgender hate crimes, Facebook's continued promotion of conversion therapy content, and the latest news of the U.S. Capitol insurrection.

George Floyd’s murder sparked global outrage. But the fight for reform is far from over. How can we dismantle the systems of injustice in honor of George Floyd? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, TV host Erica Cobb, and special featured guest Mike Muse, the co-founder of LawChamps, unpack the impact that George Floyd has had on policing, prisons, and calls for reform a year after his murder. In addition, Evan Mastronardi joins Selena to discuss the anniversary of the Tulsa Massacre, BLM’s support of Palestine, and the DA’s decision to not press charges against the cops who murdered Andrew Brown Jr.

Dozens of Palestinians have been killed in Israeli airstrikes. Protests for Palestine have erupted worldwide. Will there ever be peace in the Middle East? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill speaks to Taher Herzallah, the grassroots organizing director of American Muslims for Palestine, and Nerdeen Kiswani, the founder and chair of Within Our Lifetime - United for Palestine, about the recent escalation of violence in Palestine, the history behind the Israeli occupation in Palestine, and how allies can stand in solidarity with Palestine. Evan Mastronardi and Michelle Hope also join Selena to unpack the latest Derek Chauvin murder case, Chrissy Teigan's past cyberbullying attacks against a teenager, and the ouster of Rep. Liz Cheney from House Republican leadership for refusing to support Trump's election lies.

Black women are four times as likely to die in pregnancy and childbirth. COVID has only exacerbated the racial disparities in Black birth outcomes. How can we save Black mothers’ lives? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and special featured guests Dana Sherrod and Dr. Rachel Bond unpack the factors driving Black maternal mortality and what needs to be done to provide better healthcare for Black women. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Damond Stubbs discuss the indictment of the 4 officers who murdered George Floyd, Bill and Melinda Gates’ divorce, and Jake Paul taking Floyd Mayweather's hat.

Black voters showed up for Joe. Now is he showing up for us? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Nkwa Asonye, Evan Mastrondari, and special featured guest Diallo Brooks, a Civil Rights Leader and Senior Director of Outreach at People for the American Way, evaluate President Joe Biden’s first 100 days in office and how he’s handled key issues like police reform, the pandemic, and the economy.

Daunte, Ma’Khia, Andrew, Anthony. The list keeps growing. Is it time to abolish the police? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Evan Mastrondari, and special guest activist and author Brea Baker discuss the call to abolish the police. In addition, the team unpacks the police shooting of Ma’Khia Bryant, Levar Burton guest-hosting “Jeopardy!," and the impact of the Derek Chauvin guilty verdict.

The police have killed again. This time his name is Daunte Wright. What needs to be done to implement real police reform? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk" Selena Hill, Paige Ingram, Karina Maria Cabreja, and Evan Mastronardi unpacked the murder of Daunte Wright and the next steps in the fight to defund and abolish the police. In addition, the team discussed the shooting of 13-year-old Adam Toledo, the assault and battery charges against Sgt. Jonathan Pentland, and the Usher Bucks scandal.

The world watched George Floyd’s lynching. Now his killer is on trial. Will Derek Chauvin serve time? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk with Selena Hill,” Selena spoke with Shavar Jeffries, a civil rights attorney and president of Education Reform Now, about the Derek Chauvin trial and what this means for the #FightForJustice​. Kai Acevedo and Evan Mastrondari also joined Selena to discuss the legacy of late rap icon DMX as well as the effects of marijuana legalization on communities of color.

Derrick Jaxn is under fire. The Christain relationship expert has been exposed as an ashy-elbowed narcissist and serial cheater. Was he preying on Black women for profit? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and special guests unpack Derrick Jaxn’s cheating scandal and explore toxic masculinity in the Black church. The team also discusses Georgia's new voter suppression law and the controversy over Justin Bieber sampling two Martin Luther King Jr. speeches for his new album.

BLM is under fire. Samaria Rice, mother of police victim Tamir Rice, is calling out the movement. Are her arguments valid? On this episode of Be Heard Talk, Selena Hill, Stan Fritz, and special guest host Karina Maria Cabreja, the morning show host at Hot 93.3 in Dallas, unpacked allegations that prominent #BlackLivesMatter leaders like Tamika Mallory are exploiting the murders of Black bodies for clout. The team also discussed the Asian salon killing spree, Sharon Osbourne's meltdown on "The Talk," "The Bachelor" finale, and more.

The House passed an expansive policing overhaul bill in honor of George Floyd. Will this protect communities of color? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Candace Hollingsworth, the National Co-Chair of Our Black Party, addressed this new legislation, the upcoming murder trial of Derek Chauvin, and the push for a Black agenda under the Biden administration.

Violence against Asian Americans has spiked in the pandemic. But xenophobia is not new. How can we stand in solidarity? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” New York State Assemblymember Ron Kim joined Selena Hill, Evan Mastrondari, and Michelle Hope to discuss the recent rise in anti-Asian attacks around the country.

Breonna was murdered a year ago. But justice has still not been served. On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Jamil Crews unpacked the murder and impact of Breonna Taylor, along with the fight to #ProtectBlackWomen​. In addition, they discussed the movement to impeach Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Meghan Markle’s explosive interview, and more!

The rise of Robinhood revolutionized the art of investing, giving the masses the ability to buy stocks on a whim. However, the app has become the center of controversy after restricting trades on highly volatile stocks for retail investors, giving hedge funds and other elite investors an unfair advantage.

45 is gone. A new administration has been ushered in. Is this the start of a new America or more of the same? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tiffany Brown, and special guest Angelo Pinto, the co-founder of Until Freedom, discuss the return to “normalcy” (a.k.a. regular racism) and how to pass a Black agenda under the Biden Administration.

We’ll debate the impact of the Trump years and the lasting effects of Trumpism on our nation.

On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Linda Sarsour, an award-winning racial justice and civil rights activist, seasoned community organizer, and the co-founder of Until Freedom, shares her thoughts about the violence that unfolded on Capitol Hill on Jan. 6 and the ongoing the threat of white domestic terrorism. She and the "Be Heard Talk" team also address how people of color can protect and empower their communities in the post-Trump era.

We debated the best, worst, pettiest, and most bizarre moments and people of 2020 -- from the biggest clown of the year to the biggest L's of 2020 to the folks that showed the most resistance. On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tammie David, and Evan Mastronardi commemorated the most memorable people and moments of the year.

Chad Brown, an advisory board member of A.D.O.S. Los Angeles joins Be Heard Talk to address the growth of A.D.O.S. (American Descendants of Slavery), its push for nationwide reparations based on lineage, not race, and criticism about the movement.

Black women can’t twerk in restaurants and are told they’re “gonna die alone.” We chant “protect Black women,” but do we mean it?

: Biden has a plan to tackle the $1.6 trillion student loan debt crisis. But does it go far enough? And what would it mean for you?

On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tammie David, and special guest Until Freedom co-founder Angelo Pinto discuss what it will take to pass a left-leaning agenda that centers BIPOC under the Biden administration.

Nantasha Williams, a NYC Council Candidate and “Community Mobilizer,” joined Be Heard Talk to unpack the 2020 election results, why the race came down to the wire, and what this ultimately says about our nation.

We're wrapping up the 2020 election. But the fight for freedom is far from over. How can we organize our communities beyond Election Day? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Mysonne Linen, the co-founder of Until Freedom, talked about the need to mobilize communities of color and push a Black agenda no matter who wins the White House. During "The News Round Up," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Tammie David talked about Lil Wayne's endorsement of Donald Trump, the final stretch of the Election madness, and Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation on the Supreme Court. *This episode was sponsored by Black Enterprise, our official media partner during the 2020 election season.*

The election is weeks away. We’re in a movement moment. What will it take for Black lives to finally matter? On this episode, Alicia Garza, one of the architects of the #BlackLivesMatter movement, talked about the hashtag, heard around the world, the 2020 election, and her new book, “The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart.

Trump is projected to win 18% of the Black male vote. Why are so many brothers down with MAGA? Political commentator and entrepreneur Kwame Jackson discusses the importance of Black men in the 2020 election and the news that Ice Cube advised the Trump administration on "The Platinum Plan” to help Black Americans. This episode was sponsored by Black Enterprise, our official media partner during the 2020 election.

Police reform is on the ballot. Black Lives Matter is leading the call for an overhaul. Will this be the election that brings real change? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Rodney‌ ‌W.‌ ‌Jacobs,‌ ‌Jr.,‌ ‌the‌ ‌Asst.‌ ‌Dir.‌ ‌for‌ ‌the‌ ‌City‌ ‌of‌ ‌Miami‌ ‌Civilian‌ ‌Investigative‌ ‌Panel,‌ joins us to talk about‌ ‌the‌ ‌state‌ ‌of‌ ‌police‌ ‌reform‌ ‌in‌ ‌America‌, ‌the‌ ‌2020‌ ‌election‌, and more!

The Black vote ain't free. But what do we want in exchange? Now’s the time to create and advance a real black agenda. On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," the national co-chairs of Our Black Party, Candace Hollingsworth and Dr. Wes Bellamy, talked about empowering Black voters and pushing a Black agenda through their new coalition. During "The News Round Up," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and guest correspondent Evan Mastrondi talked about Megan Thee Stallion's SNL performance, the spread of COVID amongst Trump camp, and the Breonna Taylor case. This episode was sponsored by Black Enterprise, our official media partner during the 2020 election season.​

The election is less than 50 days away. But progressives are not sold on Biden, the Democrats, or voting. Can the establishment reach the far Left by November? Former Ohio State Senator and Bernie2020 National Co-Chair Nina Turner talks about Joe Biden's attempt to court the Left with Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and special guest correspondent Nayda Stevens, the New York State Director of the 2016 Bernie Sanders campaign. This episode was sponsored by Black Enterprise, our official media partner during the 2020 election season.​

This election is crucial. Our lives are on the line. But the Black vote should not be taken for granted. CNN political analyst and best-selling author Bakari Sellers joins Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Tammie David to discuss the impact that Joe Biden’s policies and politics would have on people of color.

This election is crucial. Our lives are on the line. But the black vote is under attack. Be Heard Talk teamed up with Black Enterprise as our official media partner as we unpack the 2020 election, its impact on our community, and voter suppression. On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Tammie David spoke with LaTosha Brown, the co-founder of Black Voters Matter, about the power of the Black vote.

Black Lives Matter, and just for entertainment. Sports leagues are shutting down for Jacob Blake. Are athletes the next wave of revolutionaries?

The election is less than 100 days away. But progressives are ditching the Dems. Why is the establishment failing to reach the far Left? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill questioned why Stanley Fritz, Tammie David, and special guest journalist Edwian Stokes left the Democratic Party. They also debated over the best strategies to win political power.

It’s official. Kamala Harris is Joe Biden’s running mate. What does this mean for the Black community and the Democratic Party? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," we unpacked what Kamala Harris brings to the Democratic presidential ticket and the party and questioned whether she will help or hurt Black voter turnout. We also debate if President Trump is racist. In this episode: Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tammie David, and special guests Damond Stubbs, the founder and organizer of Conscious in Pentecost, and Justin Landon, the youngest elected official and first Republican elected to a local city council in Northeast Florida at just 18 years old.

Beyonce is paying homage to Africa and showing the world that Black is glorious. Has Queen Bey changed our views of the Motherland? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Tammie David unpacked Beyonce's "Black is King" visual album, the celebration of African art and West African religions, and why some critics accuse the queen of exploiting the Motherland.

Joe Biden will announce his running mate any day now. Does he owe us one? Or does it even matter? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tammie David, and special guest Nadya Stevens, a New York lobbyist and the New York State Director for the Bernie Sanders Presidential Primary of 2016, discussed the contenders being considered as Joe Biden's running mate. The team talked about the significance of the VP pick and questioned whether the role should go to a Black woman. Warning: We had some issues with audio this week. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Unpacking the black community’s complicated relationship with the infamous movement.

Nick Cannon was fired for anti-Semitic tropes. Some Black folks are confused. How can we bridge the gap between Blacks and Jews? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Tammie David discussed Nick Cannon's anti-Semitic remarks with Rabbi Abraham Cooper, the associate dean and director of Global Social Action Agenda for the Simon Wiesenthal Center and the Jewish leader that counseled Cannon before he apologized. They also talked about the intersectionality between Antisemitism and racism.

Black women are under attack. From being deemed as angry to unattractive. When will the misogynoir stop? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tiffany Brown, and Naledi Monroe talked about 50 Cent's remarks about "angry black women" and his preference for "exotic" women. The team also discussed the history behind sexist stereotypes against black women.

The Black Panthers set the blueprint. Now we’re elevating the movement. The fight for black liberation continues. On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tiffany Brown, and special guest Nicholas Powers, an author and SUNY Old Westbury professor, discussed the history of the Black Power Movement of the 60's and 70's and how it relates to Black Lives Matter. They also talked about the next steps in the fight for liberation.

July 4th is canceled. Juneteenth is the wave. Let’s turn up for our ancestors. On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tammie David, and Tiffany Brown discussed the history of Juneteenth and the fight to make it a national holiday.

Protesters are flooding the streets. The call for justice won’t be silenced. How can we all mobilize to create real change? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tammie David, and Ilyssa Fuchs discussed how the call to defund police departments, white accountability, and other actions can help create a just and equal society.

Another black man was killed and righteous outrage has taken over the nation. What will it take for us to breathe? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tammie David, and Tiffany Brown discussed the death of George Floyd, police violence, and the riots taking place across America.

We’re all coping with COVID. Anxiety is at an all-time high. How can black mental health survive in 2020? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tammie David, Tiffany Brown, and special guest Luis Tejada, a multi-systemic family therapist, unpacked the stress, triggers, and anxiety that people of color are dealing with amid the pandemic in light of Mental Health Awareness Month. They also talked about Joe Biden's "you ain't black" gaffe and why Doja Cat and Lana Del Rey are canceled.

There’s trauma in police terror. The violence won’t stop. How can we protect our communities? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Tammie David unpacked the recent murders of unarmed black men and women by white cops and vigilantes. They also discussed the NYPD's overly aggressive approach to policing communities of color during the pandemic.

#MeToo is hitting the block and industry influencers are under fire, from D’USSE Palooza ‘s Chris Stylezz to Global Grind’s Blogxilla. On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Evan Mastronardi, and Tiffany Brown talked about toxic masculinity and hip hop culture in light of recent accusations that Chris Stylezz, the former host of D’ussé Palooza, was sexually coercive toward several women and that Global Grind writer Blogxilla sexually harassed his coworkers.

We’re all shut in and OnlyFans subscriptions are going up. Is this the new era of sex work? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," sexologist Michelle Hope joins Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Tammie David for a candid conversation about the growing popularity of OnlyFans and how the social media subscription site is impacting the sex work industry.

COVID is making a comeback in China as is anti-blackness in Asian culture. On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Tammie David talked about why Africans are being evicted, mistreated, and targeted in China as the country tries to prevent a resurgence of COVID-19. They also spoke with Nina Arden, a senior consultant with the United Nations who grew up in Guangzhou, China, and Kyung Ji Chyun, a Korean social justice activist, about what needs to be done to combat anti-black racism in Asian cultures. During "The News Round Up," the team unpacked the Teddy Riley vs. Babyface beat battle debacle and the 2020 election.