Slauson Girl is a freelance journalist and writer from South Central Los Angeles. She provides world news with a South Central State of mind in her news & information podcast.
The Slauson Girl Speaks podcast is truly a gem for those seeking in-depth knowledge and understanding of the cultural nuances and local politics of the South Central LA region. As a non-Black person of color who grew up in this area, I have found this podcast to be incredibly informative and useful. Slauson Girl's coverage and her choice of guests never fail to provide valuable context to various issues, both on a local and national scale. What sets her apart as an excellent journalist is her fearlessness in "going there" - tackling difficult topics head-on, asking thoughtful and thought-provoking questions that uncover the nitty-gritty details of culture and politics.
The best aspect of The Slauson Girl Speaks podcast is undoubtedly its ability to provide a new lens through which to view modern-day issues in LA. Through her soothing voice, you can feel the genuine passion that she has for every word she speaks. This passion resonates with listeners, creating an engaging experience that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The depth of research and preparation that goes into each episode is evident, as the podcast consistently delivers insightful discussions that leave you with a deeper understanding of the topics at hand.
However, no review would be complete without acknowledging any downsides or weaknesses. While it may seem minor, one aspect that slightly detracts from the overall experience is Slauson Girl's frequent use of the phrase "Definitely, Definitely." Some might consider it a verbal tic that can become repetitive after a while. However, it must be noted that this is merely a small quibble in an otherwise exceptional podcast.
In conclusion, The Slauson Girl Speaks podcast is an exemplary source of information for anyone seeking to broaden their knowledge and gain a nuanced perspective on LA's cultural landscape and politics. Through her fearless approach, Slauson Girl proves herself to be an outstanding journalist who delves deep into pressing issues while remaining approachable and engaging. I am grateful to have discovered this podcast, as it has given me a different lens through which to view the world around me. Slauson Girl's soothing voice and passionate delivery make every episode a joy to listen to. Thank you for sharing your insight with us all.
In this episode, Slauson Girl Speaks with podcaster and Hebrew Israelite @GRLAHEBREW about the infatuation of Los Angeles gang politics especially in the Youtube space, Kendrick Lamar's recent halftime performance at the Super Bowl and his beef with Drake, Kanye West's crusade against the "powers that be," Kamala Harris losing the election, how to strengthen Black and Brown relations and more. Follow @GRLAHEBREW
In an exclusive interview, newly elected Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman shares his vision for the future of the city's legal landscape, while addressing the pressing issues of juvenile justice, crime policy, and continuing George Gascon's review of wrongly convicted individuals.
Slauson Girl Speaks with April Showers, the CEO and Founder of Afro Unicorn, a brand that celebrates the beauty and power of Black girl magic. April grew up in South Central, Los Angeles and shares her journey of building Afro Unicorn from the ground up, the challenges she's faced, and the importance of representation in business. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, creativity, and the magic of believing in yourself. @gotAprilShowers @Afrounicorn_official
In 2012, a shooting near USC left 4 people injured—but no one killed. Despite this, Brandon Spencer, a young man from Inglewood, was sentenced to 40 years in prison. What makes his case even more complicated? He has always maintained his innocence. Just two months earlier, two foreign exchange students were tragically killed at USC, and the pressure to solve that case was mounting. Brandon's journey behind bars has been anything but easy. Over the last decade, he has worked to go from a level 4 to a level 2 prison, and he's spent that time working relentlessly to prove his innocence. Now, he's teamed up with the Innocence Project, hoping to get his case re-examined. I had the chance to speak with Brandon from prison, where he shared his story.
In the wake of the recent and tragic deaths of two models, Maleesa Mooney and Nichole (Nikki) Coats, a disturbing pattern of apathy and lack of urgency has emerged within law enforcement, shedding light on broader issues affecting Black women and girls in the city. Sikivu Hutchinson, founder of the Women's Leadership Project (WLP), says a disturbing trend exists, where Los Angeles law enforcement displays disinterest in solving cases involving violence against African-American women. She also emphasized the lack of urgency among local representatives, including Mayor Karen Bass, in addressing violence against Black women and girls in Los Angeles. The WLP is a feminist mentoring and civic engagement program for Los Angeles students.
On this episode Slauson Girl Speaks With Akil West of Sole Folks about the historic purchase a multi-million dollar property in Leimert Park that houses several prominent Black L.A Businesses. We also touch on the future of the Crenshaw District/Leimert Park area and how Akil feels as a Black businessman in L.A who is set to benefit from the new developments in the area. Akil speaks on the importance of Black wealth building and how he has come to establish himself as a notable figure in L.A after being incarcerated for 15 years. West has shown committment to providing opportunities for Black people in his community as the CEO and co-founder of Leimert Park Village's @solefolks a nonprofit retail hub dedicated to cultivating Black entrepreneurship and creativity through innovative programming, mentorship, and financial support. Follow and support @SoleFolks Thank you to our Podcast Sponsor Los Angeles Realtor Agent Sunny Jones. Shot and Mixed By The Variety Group.
On this episode Slauson Girl Speaks with Kamilah Moore, Chair of The California Reparations Task Force, about her current role helping to study and develop a plan of reparations for African-Americans in the state of California. Kamilah Moore is a scholar and an attorney with a specialization in entertainment and intellectual property. As a law student, Moore contributed to human rights reports related to domestic and international human rights issues. While studying abroad at the University of Amsterdam, Moore wrote a master thesis exploring the intersections between international law and reparatory justice for the trans-Atlantic slave trade, chattel slavery, and their legacies. She earned a Juris Doctorate from Columbia Law School in New York City, a Master of Law degree in International Criminal Law from the University of Amsterdam, and a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). We discuss the current proposals by the task force, their process of holding public hearings, how it will be determined who receives reparations, if and how reparations will ever be allocated to African-Americans, the history of slavery in California and so much more. Thank you to our episode sponsor. If you are in Los Angeles and need a home, call @Agentsunnyjones Mixed and shot by @Thevarietygroup
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks I have the opportunity to interview two OG's from Compton and Los Angeles. Chico Brown and Melvin Farmer both grew up during the tumultuous times of the 70's and 80's and speak directly to the history and experiences of Black people in Compton and Los Angeles during these times. The conversation touches on the Blaxploitation era of films and the impact this had on the way the Black community viewed themselves. The conversation also delves into the CIA sponsored crack/cocaine epidemic and how Chico, the defendant of Freeway Rick Ross, realized he was involved in a drug operation that exceeded way to the steps of the White House. The plan, revealed in an explosive series by Journalist Gary Webb, was to funnel drugs into inner city communities including South Central and Compton, and use these proceeds to fund U.S backed counter rebels in Nicaragua. Thank you to our episode sponsors @edenscandyco and @cash4luv1s If you need a home in Los Angeles, contact @agentsunnyjones :)
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I have a very personal conversation with Freeway Rick Ross, who is a notorious South Central, L.A kingpin from the 80's/90's crack era. We talk about FX's hit series Snowfall, life in South Central, Los Angeles through the decades for African-Americans, his life growing up and what led him to becoming a drug dealer. Although he has done countless interviews on his life and court cases, this conversation is a little different. The former crack dealer speaks with a "crack baby" about the impacts of the crack era on the inner city community of South Central.
Eric Strong wants Alex Villanueva's role as Sheriff and he wants you to vote for him June 7. The Sheriff's Lieutenant sits down with me to discuss his career in law enforcement that spans almost 3 decades when Strong got his start working with (then) Compton Police Department in 1993. Some of the issues we touch on are the apathy that surrounds Black communities and our disconnect from local and national politics especially that of law enforcement. Strong speaks on issues he views as hindering to building community trust, his plans to address and eradicate gangs in the department, having a spouse who also works with the Sheriff's, and why he feels that he is the best to represent L.A County in one of the top positions in law enforcement.
@hellojasmyne is my guest for Women's History Month✨ Jasmyne Cannick is an award-winning journalist, writer, host, advocate and strategist who thrives at the intersection of race, politics and social issues. She is the main reason that serial predator and Democratic donor Ed Buck was finally arrested and charged due to her advocacy with the families of his Black male victims, who died from meth overdoses in his West Hollywood home. She recently returned from Jamaica, where she worked with the LGBTQ Magazine The Advocate to produce a podcast highlighting the dangers facing Jamaica's Black queer community. She also helped to produce the Documentary '41st and Central' on the Los Angeles Black Panther Party. RIP Gregory Everett! Follow her work online: https://iamjasmyne.com
On this episode Slauson Girl speaks with Asim Jamal Shakir, who is a filmmaker, writer and director from South Central, Los Angeles. In 2009, his father was sentenced to 24 life sentences and he grew up with both of his parents incarcerated, so Jamal is all too familiar with our country's criminal justice system. Jamal took a different route however, as a college graduate who played football. He wrote and directed 'Land of No Pity' an 8-part series based loosely on the book of the same, written by Jamal's stepmother about life in South Central. Jamal uses his camera to maintain control of his own narrative and to help those trapped in inner city turmoil, to understand the source of their pain and the dysfunction we have come to normalize. ]amal also owns a publishing and shipping company. Visit his shop in Los Angeles. 5066 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA @jamalshakir @goinpostalcandy
Lia Dias is a Beauty Mogul & Business Coach from Inglewood, California. As founder of The Girl Cave L.A, Lia currently helps guide over 6 Girl Cave franchise locations, in places including Inglewood, Anaheim and Texas. This mother of 3 is a serial entrepreneur with no plans of slowing down. In addition to The Girl Cave, Lia recently purchased Hype Hair Magazine which is one of the biggest Black hair publications. We discuss her journey navigating an Asian dominated hair care industry and how although Black people ARE the market--we don't own it. She shares her background and what inspired her to become an entrepreneur, as well as what keeps her grounded in her day-to-day business operations. Follow Her @LiaDias If you want to have a good time in the city, also check out the sports bar she owns in Inglewood @Champcitybar
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I have the opportunity of speaking to Lora King, who is the Daughter of Rodney King. She speaks on her life growing up, the impacts of the verdict on her father, as well as how his beating by police left a lasting impact on his emotional and mental health. Lora talks about why it is important to her, that she is doing the work of continuing her fathers legacy through the Rodney King Foundation. We also speak about her role trying to bridge racial gaps and honoring local fathers through the Rodney King Foundation. Follow Her: @Lora_kingrkf @officialrodneykingfoundation Www.Rodneyking.org
Corvain Cooper is no longer serving a life sentence for a non-violent marijuana conviction under the three strikes law. Corvain received clemency from Donald Trump in 2021, right before he left office. He served seven years of his sentence after his lawyer and thousands rallied behind his freedom. In 2020, his story landed on the front page of the Washington Post and he was featured in “Smoke” the BET documentary which shows how the war on drugs systematically targeted Black communities with the criminalization of marijuana. Ivanka Trump would eventually hear of Corvain's story and was touched not only by the hypocrisy of his sentence but also that he had two daughters that needed him. Although her father granted Corvain clemency and he was released from prison, since he did not receive a full pardon, he has to endure ten years of parole. Despite these barriers, he has still been able to have his own strain of marijuana packaged and sold in the popular Cookies marijuana dispensary. For now, Corvain is focused on community events anywhere in L.A County and beyond where he can lend his resources, voice and lived experiences with his social impact brand, 40 Tons. So far, along with 40 Tons founder Loriel Alegrete, Corvain has helped bring expungement clinics to South Central, as well as coding workshops for the youth. 40 Tons is a socially conscience cannabis brand that represents the voiceless as well stories of redemption. The brand is a vibrant reminder that many lives have been lost due to prison sentences and many of the folks behind prison walls, still long to be seen and heard. Lend them an ear and some support through their 40 Tons Merchandise. Follow Corvain on IG: @CorvainCooper Follow and Support 40 Tons Brand https://www.40tons.co
On this Episode of Slauson Girl Speaks I have the extreme pleasure of talking to Tanya Ward. Tanya is a South Central, L.A native and entrepreneur. She is also a Black trying to figure out the best way to bring a social enterprise for the Black community, to address some of our most prevalent issues--one of them being mass incarceration and re-entry. Tanya wants to help those most affected by gang violence, to understand the root causes of the trauma and turmoil that engulfs many lives. As much as Tanya is a resource to her community, she demands respect and attention--not only because of her mind, but because people know she is not one to play with and she uses this to her advantage. To get things done for the community and to bring peace and solace to her life. Follow Her: @Powerful.as_A_Muthafucka
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I talk with Nenia Samayoa on our experiences growing up in foster care in Los Angeles. We actually had the same social worker in high school, while young girls and students at Inglewood High. Nenia, who is a mother and entrepreneur with her own catering company, recently held an event to make sure foster youth in L.A know they are seen and loved. We talk about why events like this are important to her and why it is important to give back as a former foster youth. We also provide tips and information to current foster youth in Los Angeles, especially those who are single mothers. Follow her @Naecakesandcatering
The Crenshaw Entrepreneurial Academy is a charter school coming soon to the Crenshaw District. The aim of the Crenshaw Entrepreneurial Academy is to provide curriculum to youth in the community so they can become financially literate at a young age. On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I have a conversation with Dr. Mello and Tia Lopez on the vision behind the Crenshaw Entrepreneurial Academy. CEA is a Charter School concept in Los Angeles set to open in August but they need your help in the form of community support to be designated as a charter school.
You might know Randy Savvy as a familiar face and the founding member of Compton Cowboys but on this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I talk with Randy on his new EP as well as his interesting journey of trying to merge the sounds of Hip-Hop and Country music together. The conversation also touched on the history of his family and where his inspiration came from to establish the Compton Cowboys as a brand. In just a few short years, Compton Cowboys has been involved in some major corporate campaigns. Randy wants people to know him for the music and the fact that he has been working on developing his sound quietly for some time. Now, Randy is ready to let the world hear his sound, with his Dr. Dre produced 2020 single “Colorblind,” followed by his recently released EP, Late Night Ride which can be heard on all streaming platforms. Follow @Randysavvy @Comptoncowboys
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I have a conversation with Andre Spicer, who is currently running in Compton's 2021 elections. He hopes to land the City Council District 2 seat and shares why he feels he is the perfect candidate. Known in Compton as "Hub City Dre" founder of Hub City Radio, we talk owning and operating several businesses, as well his experience growing up in Compton. We touch on the Compton Sheriff's, Latino and Black relations in L.A County as well as ways to bridge paths of solidarity within both communities. Follow Andre Spicer @IamHubCityDre
On This episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I discuss Los Angeles Police Detectives closing the investigation into Mikeona Johnson's case. I also interview Mikeona Johnson's mother. Sikivu Hutchinson shares her insight on law enforcement's treatment of missing and murdered Black Women & Girls. ***** Earlier this week, the family of Mikeona Johnson held a press conference in front of the 77th Police Station in South Central, demanding police re-open the investigation into her case. The 23-year-old Black Mother/Student went missing Sep 9, 2020 and was found deceased in her own car a week later. Detectives have now told Mikeona’s family that they are closing the investigation into her case, although, her cause of death has not been established. Mikeona's family searched for her in Los Angeles, putting up missing persons fliers, as well as using social media in their search efforts. They canvassed the same area she was found and they say her car was not in that location when they searched for her. It was determined by detectives that Mikeona died the day she went missing but her cause of death is currently listed as "undetermined." 6 months later, her family has also not received her autopsy report. Her toxicology report showed no drugs or alcohol. No reward was offered for information leading to an arrest on behalf of the city of Los Angeles. Mikeona has 2 daughters. For More Information Visit @MikeonaJohnsonfoundation on Instagram.
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I have the opportunity to speak with General Jeff, who is a homeless rights advocate in the city of L.A from South Central. We talk about what he has coined the "homeless industrial complex" and why Black people represent over 42% the homeless in Los Angeles despite only being 8% of the population. Institutional racism, the crack epidemic and mismanagement of funds are only a few of the major issues not helping the homeless population in Los Angeles. We talk about the measures that have been passed and billions allocated for homeless services in Los Angeles despite the rise in homeless rates. We also discuss LAHSA's yearly homeless count that was stopped this year due to covid.
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks I have the opportunity to speak with Narissa, who is a Los Angeles native, artist and business owner. She owns the Lash Trap located on Slauson Ave and stays busy with her brand as well as recording music. We discuss her journey as an artist, business owner, college, the pandemic, as well as Narissa's new single and video she released this week, Boss Bae, which you can stream now. Check out Narissa's visuals on Youtube as well as follow her on social media @NarissaWorld.
Eric is a Black man with a public service announcement, so listen up! He is the owner and designer of the brand Public Statement Apparel and has a lot to say regarding the protest in Los Angeles. We discuss the importance of the Black dollar and Black entrepreneurs as well as what he hopes will come from the national unrest and protest regarding Black lives as a Black man in America. Follow him and support the brand: https://www.instagram.com/publicstatementapparel/
Slauson Girl Speaks With Jaaye Person-Lynn, a Black lawyer from Los Angeles who has been charged & convicted after being racially profiled at a San Bernardino Courthouse. The court clerk and deputies did not believe Jaaye was an attorney because he was dressed In Dashiki print clothing. Jaaye was tased, tackled and shackled in a San Bernardino Courtroom. Although he was convicted, he vows to appeal his conviction.
On this episode Slauson Girl Speaks with Grace Yoo. Grace Yoo is running for Los Angeles City Council and is currently in a contentious run off against L.A career politician Mark Ridley-Thomas for the District 10 City Council seat. We discuss her life and journey as a student of LAUSD as well as her life as an immigrant in L.A. We talk about her plans for Black Los Angeles and why Black people in District 10 should look beyond someone who represents their identity and give someone like Grace Yoo a chance. She has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with important Black grassroots organizations in District 10. Election is Nov 3. Find More Information in Grace Yoo https://www.graceyoocd10.com
On this episode Slauson Girl Speaks with Grace Yoo. Grace Yoo is running for Los Angeles City Council and is currently in a contentious run off against L.A career politician Mark Ridley-Thomas for the District 10 City Council seat. We discuss her life and journey as a student of LAUSD as well as her life as an immigrant in L.A. We talk about her plans for Black Los Angeles and why Black people in District 10 should look beyond someone who represents their identity and give someone like Grace Yoo a chance. She has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with important Black grassroots organizations in District 10. Election is Nov 3. Find More Information in Grace Yoo https://www.graceyoocd10.com
On this episode Slauson Girl Speaks with Dejon Paul who is the founder and CEO of the Hip-Hop Magazine a Day in L.A. We discuss the scene of radio hosts and DJ’s on air in Los Angeles Hip-Hop radio and the pushback he receives when bringing this topic up online. The conversation touches on representation in Hip-Hop, Black-ownership, culture vultures and so much more! Follow Dejon Paul at @ADLADEJON
On this episode Slauson Girl Speaks with one of the protestors who came to South Central to protest after Sheriff's killed Dijon Kizzee while he was riding his bike in South Central Aug. 31 2020. We have a discussion on allyship and the proper way non-black folks can assist Black communities. Tara Perry is also on the episode, she ran for L.A City Council this year against Marqueece Harris-Dawson for the District 8 seat.
On this episode Slauson Girl Speaks with Jewish Millennial's in Los Angeles on what it means to be Jewish especially in America. We talk Nick Cannon, Ethnicity and Religion, Fleeing Countries To Avoid Persecution, Whiteness being centered in Jewish identity as well as how to bring up the conflict in Palestine without being labeled "anti." Our conversation also touched on the label of "anti-semitism" as well as what they feel when they hear the term "fake jews." Los Angeles based publication L.A Taco also was a topic of conversation. This faux, problematic, white-owned platform uses the work of POC's to write articles while the owners reap most of the membership profits. After reaching out to me for a collaboration to legitimize L.A Taco in the eyes of Black Los Angeles, L.A Taco chose to release a libelous statement after a smear campaign was launched against me by local, corporate journalists. L.A Taco refuses to acknowledge or retract their libelous and defaming statement after myself and my diverse supporters called them out about it. Divest from white-owned publications that use the labor, stories and culture of others to profit and enrich themselves.
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I have a discussion with Black and Brown folks, on Black and Brown relationships in Los Angeles in 2020. We discuss historical tensions of the two groups, as well as the rise in attacks against Latino street vendors posted online by Black youth. The conversation also touched on the immigrant experience and what causes migration to the U.S, as well as many of the anti-Black attitudes in the Latino community. Jobs, white supremacy, colorism and what true solidarity looks like for both communities was also the topic of conversation--along with so much more! Guest: Danny Carter, co-founder of Buy Back The Block L..A, a financial and real estate literacy group based in Los Angeles, Memo Torres, Writer and photographer at L.A TACO, Abigail Lopez-Byrd, Founder and Executive Director of Color Compton.
Slauson Girl Speaks on this podcast episode about national protest that were sparked after the death of George Floyd by Minneapolis police, Black Lives Matter protests in Los Angeles and Hollywood, the role of rappers and Black entertainers, racism and white supremacy and life after college. Special guest Jazz prodigy and South Central native Terrace Martin. Co-host Sin @lightheartballoons Music: Terrace Martin show at Harun Coffee in Leimert Park two weeks before U.S coronavirus shutdowns.
On This episode, Slauson Girl Speaks with sports commentator and journalist Jay Ticker on the hypocrisy between coronavirus stimulus checks and the refusal of the U.S to give African-Americans reparations for the genocide and institutional racism, that has left Black people seemingly at the bottom of American society. We also discuss entrepreneurship, finance, everyday motivation and what's holding the Black community back from our perspective. Follow Jay Ticker @TheTickerReport
On this Episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I speak with Hot and Cool Cafe owner Anthony Jolly about the founding of the coffee and tea shop in Leimert Park and how it has quickly become a cultural hub for Black's in Los Angeles who continue to be pushed out the city in alarming rates. Tony details his journey through the coffee business and his plans for Crenshaw Coffee Company, named in honor of Nipsey Hussle. We also disccuss the affects that the coronavirus has had on local businesses forced to limit large gatherings to "flatten the curve." Visit Hot and Cool Cafe in Leimert Park and on Instagram.
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, I focus on having faith over fear in midst of the coronavirus pandemic from the perspective of a Black woman living in Los Angeles, with my co-host Shabetti Bashazzz, who is a poet and writer. We discuss the recent orders from Los Angeles to "stay at home" along with the closing of all "non-essential" businesses.
On this episode Slauson Girl speaks with Hoodrat Feminist. Feminism is a white woman's world and Hoodrat Feminist aims to represent that counter-narrative that is disregarded in academia. The East Orange New Jersey native recently moved to Los Angeles with her boyfriend as he attends USC's film program. We talk about her journey as a young, Black creative, Black Feminism, relationships, sex, body positivity and so much more.
Alex Alonso is a geographer, filmmaker, lecturer and creator of the widely popular Youtube Channel and website, Street Gangs. Alex offers a wealth of knowledge in this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, regarding the history of Black Los Angeles. We talk not only gangs in L.A, but important figures in Black L.A’s history; including the Los Angeles #BPP & #BunchyCarter. We touch on the role of the late journalist Gary Webb in understanding the history of Black L.A, as well as Alex’s journey through USC. We even talked about the push for South Central to be named SouthLA and how that change was initiated.
In this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, Slauson Girl sits down with Dyme Taylor, to discuss her journey of healing from childhood trauma and her recently released memoir, Dyamond in The Rough. This self published work of art is already helping so many women from the land of Los Angeles and around the world, landing in the hands of young women as far as New Zealand. We talk motherhood, dysfunctional parents, trauma and triumph. News recaps include Inglewood Native DSmoke winning Netflix's Rhythm and Flow, the National Association of Black Journalist Media Summit at USC, as well as the Fear of God x Marathon Clothing limited capsule release.
In this episode we talk all things Black Beverly Hills with CEO China Berry, about the historic Black wealth of Los Angeles . Local and world news recaps. Sponsors include Milk It Media, IVL_Photo, JerkAlertLA and the new, mobile juice service, Straight Up Fast Food.
Slauson Girl Speaks with South Central’s own Six.Sev to discuss his recent music project he dropped entitled “Sev Shaw.” Local news updates include march and rally for Ryan Twyman, Education is Key Campaign Scholarship Drive, South Central Love the movie premiere and more. Slauson Girl also discuss most recent news about Nipsey Hussle, including the fence now around his Marathon Clothing property on Slauson and Crenshaw.
Nash has been filming the deaths and police brutality of Blacks in inner city Los Angeles for over 20 years. As a stringer, he captures news footage on the streets, which he sells to news stations. A South Central Native, Nash talks with Slauson Girl on how he became involved with stringing, the importance of Independent Black media and what it will take for Black people to mobilize in inner city communities against the various attack’s they are currently facing.
On this Episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, Slauson Girl does a segment called "Hometown Homies" with her college friend Jesse, about growing social media platforms, owning your voice, post grad life and how not to lose sight of your passions while working within the capitalistic structure to survive.
On this episode of Slauson Girl Speaks, Slauson Girl takes legendary NY rapper ( and one of her favorite emcee's) Cormega on a trip down Slauson. They make several stops; Pepper's Jamaican food, The Marathon Clothing Store and the Black-owned restaurant and health food spot Simply Wholesome. Slauson Girl then sits down with Cormega to discuss vegan-ism, his latest projects and Nipsey Hussle's impact.
This episode of Slauson Girl Speaks was actually intended to be the first episode, recorded the week prior the the murder of Nipsey Hussle. On this episode Slauson Girl shares part of her interview with Jamal Shakir Jr., at Hot and Cool Cafe in Leimert Park. Shakir is a young film-maker from South Central, L.A who produced his own project, Land of No Pity. He recently wrapped up shooting the pilot and talks about his journey and background. During the Hip-Hop segment, Slauson Girl talks with her co-host from the music streaming platform TrapxLA about recent Hip-Hop happenings.
Nipsey Hussle, born Ermias Joseph Asghedom , was shot and killed outside his Marathon Clothing Store located on Slauson and Crenshaw last weekend March 31, 2019. Slauson Girl talks with one of her co-host, founder of the music marketing/streaming platform TrapxLA about Nipsey's death and what his legacy means to South Central. The Conversation also touches on the Bloods and Crips unity walk held in honor of Nipsey, as well as the importance of shifting the consciousness of Hip-Hop.