Strong Talk Circuit

After a hiatus of 8 months, this episode is intended to share how social influence impacts the way we operate. The choice for us to become who we are destined to be is within our reach, but we tend to do what others think is best for us. Welcome back to the Strong Talk Circuit! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

This episode, with its play on spelling, is intended to cover a variety of recent news from the past week: • Another firing of our national officials by 45. • The real reason Georgia flipped from Red to Blue in this presidential election. • The passing of a Masterchef Junior star. • An update in the murder case of 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery. • Highlighting two of our current African American lawmakers. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/support

This episode addresses what America looks like after the close of our General Election on November 3rd, 2020. Not just presidential, but congress and even stateside...what does that mean for each and every citizen for the next two to four years? Should we expect the climate within this nation to become better or worse than the past four years? Are we responsible for the type of engagement going back and forth between political and ethnic groups? What is the solution to satisfy all people without depriving some? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/support

This episode deals with mental health as it impacts different stages of life - adolescents, youth, young adults, adults and the elderly population. We’re going to talk about the shame and associated stigmas placed on those with mental challenges and how to actually help others who are struggling and need support. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/support

This episode takes a look into the Contract with Black America authored by filmmaker, music producer and rapper, Ice Cube, and the intentional use of his platform to push an agenda in benefit of African Americans across the nation. This episode also focuses on political affiliations and whether or not people really subscribe to party or person. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/support

This episode, with its play on spelling, is intended to cover a topic concerning our influence on others, as well as some news from the past week: The Los Angeles Lakers vs Miami Heat - NBA Finals New Black-owned Bank formed by three leaders in the Black community. Adult Living Standards Elections - Current Voter Suppression Tactics --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/support

Unlike driving the car, it's our responsibility to participate in one of the most important acts surrounding American democracy - voting.  This episode gets into the fundamentals of voting and takes a look into some of the details that impact the upcoming General Election on November 3rd. There's no such thing as your vote doesn't count, because it does.  It's our civic responsibility, one where we should take pride in participating in the process and vote for those who we believe will work on our behalf in various offices. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/support

Come grab a seat at the table as this episode takes a look into law enforcement and their place within the society.  Considering the current state of affairs, language like de-fund the police, systematic police reform, or reconstruction of training is often the main talking point within various settings.  This is due to the consistent trend of misconduct when engaged with people of color, primarily African Americans, for what often tends to be nothing more than prejudices and/or stereotypes.  This episode addresses the message of #BlackLivesMatter (not to be confused with the organization) and the alternate message of #BlueLivesMatter.  You'll also hear about the lack of standards maintained by officers, mainly when off duty, as well as the absence of justice on both the local and federal levels. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/support

The introduction of something good, something new. This show has been created for the purpose of speaking truth to power about historical and present-day American issues impacting the African American demographic from the sociological perspective of our host - Maurice Bowers. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkaboutitpod/support

On today’s episode, which is the second of a four-part block titled #STCBlackHistorySeries, we’re going to look at the nature of the United States prior to the enforcement of this important form of legislation and where we are in today’s society. What is the Emancipation Proclamation? Why was this form of legislation established? How has this legislation shaped relations between the majority and minority cultures? What is the significance of Juneteenth to Black culture? Why is Juneteenth not celebrated as a national holiday in America? Is the Juneteenth celebration just as important as Black History Month? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

Today's episode, which is the first of a four-part block titled #STCBlackHistorySeries, gets into why exactly African American or Black History is so important to celebrate within America and abroad. What does it mean to be a Black in America? How exactly have we made progress since our initial capture from Africa? Are the Emancipation Proclamation and Juneteenth important symbols in terms of living in America? How have the Civil Rights Acts and relative legislation benefited the African American way of life? Are Blacks still a long way from receiving the respect they rightfully deserve? This episode is also in honor of the former Los Angeles Lakers star, the late Kobe Bean Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna "GiGi," the Altobelli Family, the Chester family, and the Zobayan family. May they all rest with the angels as they have all transformed into one for their families. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

On today’s episode, we’re going to look at the changes surrounding the growth and identity of our children. Does the media (TV, internet, magazines, movies) have an agenda to establish when it comes to our children? How strong of an impact does media play into influencing our children and even our young adults? Do we overlook the messages that are displayed or have a sense of ignorance to the images? What happens when our children are exposed to certain content prematurely? Are we not worried about monitoring the use of tv, streaming services or the Internet in general? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

On today’s episode, we’re going to take a look at the history of civil rights and what it means to America. How did civil rights become a thing within our nation’s history? What were the major goals of the Civil Rights movement? What were some key events in the civil rights movement? What is the Civil Rights Act of 1964? How did everyday people help bring about change? How has the fight for civil rights changed the United States? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

Today’s episode is a recap of Episode #2 where we look at the longevity of the hip-hop culture and why it became important to have in the first place. Is this genre inclusive or exclusive to select people? Does this genre play into racial stereotypes? Is the genre misunderstood? How did hip-hop become an actual culture? What does hip-hop mean to the generations of people coming up? How has the fashion remained so popular over the past 40 years? All of these questions and more are discussed with this week's guest co-hosts, Bryant McCree and Keenan "KC" Carmichael. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

On today’s episode, we’re going to look closely at impeachment for what it really is and how it relates to our current state of affairs. What is the importance of impeaching a political official (vice-president/president)? Is there a lengthy history in terms of impeachment proceedings in America? Impeachment doesn’t equate to removal from office - why? Is the political official still considered impeached even if he/she doesn’t leave office? What does being impeached mean for that person? Is impeachment a question of law or politics? What’s a high crime or misdemeanor? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

This episode takes a look at resolutions, specifically ones we create for the new year. What do we hope to accomplish by setting a resolution? Are our resolutions set for short-term or long-term success? Why do we hype ourselves up so much for our resolutions during the beginning of a new year? What happens to those resolutions during the middle of the year? Are resolutions tangible changes or illusions we create with the hopes they manifest in our lives? We discuss this topic with our first guest co-host, Danielle McCree, and ask each other questions relating to our own experiences with resolutions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

Today's episode takes a look into whether standing or kneeling for the United States National Anthem is the proper way to show respect or patriotism for the country. What does it mean to kneel? Is there a proper way to show your patriotism? Was Colin Kaepernick disrespectful to the nation for kneeling? Did Kaepernick improperly use his platform to bring an awareness to race relations with law enforcement? How did kneeling become disrespectful to the country and the nation’s military? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

This episode breaks down the longevity of the hip-hop culture and why it became important to have in the first place.  How was this genre in terms of music formed?  Is this genre inclusive or exclusive to select people?  Does this genre play into racial stereotypes?  Is the genre misunderstood?  How did hip-hop become an actual culture?  What does hip-hop mean to the generations of people coming up? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

What does it mean to be a Christian?  Is it a country club environment for select people?  What roles do celebrities play into the faith?  Is it a radical group of perfect people?  Has Christianity lost its place within the social scheme of respect?  We're going to examine these aspects and provide solutions of creating a better American culture within our varying communities.  We also take a look at the phenomenon surrounding Kanye West and the release of his album "Jesus is King," along with the recent boycott of the Dove Awards, the Gospel Music Association and the Christian TV channel TBN (Trinity Broadcasting Network) by music artist Kirk Franklin. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support

This episode is a brief intro as it relates to who the host of this podcast is and what the format of the show will look like. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strongtalkcircuit/support