The Blackest Questions with Dr. Christina Greer

NBA fashion takes center stage as Pulitzer Prize winner Mitchell Jackson discusses his book, "Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion," which celebrates the athletes who have catapulted style to the forefront of sports dialogue. Jackson also gets honest about the hardships that led him to write and shares his personal history while testing his knowledge of Black history with Dr. Christina Greer. Connect with theGrio Black Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Racism is killing Black people, and Emergency Room Physician Dr. Uché Blackstock is working tirelessly to course correct. Her New York Times best-selling book "Legacy" is meant to educate the masses about the systemic inequity affecting patients and those wishing to be healthcare providers. She joins The Blackest Questions as a history maker to discuss some of the forgotten Black heroes in medicine and encourage people to take control of their health and fight for better representation. The rising mortality rate for Black babies and their mothers is a standout in the conversation as Dr. Greer and Dr. Uché examine the issue's direct link to racism.  Connect with theGrio Black Podcast NetworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queer Black history makers are highlighted during Black History Month on The Blackest Questions. Dr. David J. Johns, Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition, takes us to church, celebrating trailblazers who deserve all the flowers. Some you may know, others maybe not, but just like in every episode with host Dr. Christina Greer, you'll walk away with a newfound respect for the champions who refused to back down and instead carved out their place in Black history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, actress, and host Leslie Jones kicks off a new year on The Blackest Questions with advice on being true to yourself. She gets candid about the racism and misogyny plaguing Hollywood and explains how she deals with the haters. She also talks about her memoir and shares personal stories about her early career as she discusses prominent Black history makers in the entertainment industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're ending 2023 with a bang! In this star-studded episode of The Blackest Questions, host Dr. Christina Greer is joined by some of our favorite guests, including Cedric the Entertainer, Anthony Anderson, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, Touré, Harry Lennix, Kem, Michelle Buteau, Egypt Sherrod, and Mike Jackson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've had a year filled with amazing conversations, lots of learning, and endless laughter. In this special episode of The Blackest Questions, we mash up some of our favorite guests, including Stephen A. Smith, Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins, Chef Jernard Wells, Gina Yashere, Baratunde Thurston, Cullen Jones, and Josh Johnson, to play an epic game of trivia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This entertaining and educational conversation with Emmy-nominated and New York Times Best-Selling author and comedian Baratunde Thurston was nominated for a Shorty Impact Award. The awards honor purpose-driven work that makes the world a better place. In this episode, Thurston shares laughs with longtime friend Dr. Christina Greer as they talk about Black history and their love for nature and travel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary historian and the first Black secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, Lonnie Bunch, joins The Blackest Questions for an intimate one-on-one discussion about some of the country's forgotten Black historical figures. Bunch talks about his heroes and gets candid about what needs to change in museum leadership across the board. He also describes the hurdles and setbacks of opening the National Museum of African American History and Culture. He explains what it was like to be an integral part of such a significant project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actress Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins joins The Blackest Questions to talk about her journey to help people heal with her powerful podcast "Trials to Triumphs." She also discusses the significant impact her HBCU experience had on her, what's next for her Hollywood career following the success of "Dear White People," and why Vanessa Williams is one of her biggest inspirations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With more than 25 years in the game, actor E. Roger Mitchell still gets the same excitement on the set of Tyler Perry's, A Jazzman's Blues as he did when showing up to his first acting job. The seasoned actor shares many laughs and stories with Dr. Christina Greer about his childhood in Miami and his passion for creating Black content with BET. The pair also discuss his love for HBCUs, stage acting, and the power of a good conch salad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

theGrio Black Podcast Network is proud to announce that two of our original podcasts, Being Black: The '80s and theGrio Daily, have received nominations from The Lovie Awards for their outstanding work. Click here to vote for Touré and here to vote for Michael Harriot and spread the word! Let's show the world we value Black storytelling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrity Chef Jernard Wells and host of Cleo TV's New Soul Kitchen, talks about some of his favorite meals and shares secrets about his southern cooking style. He also reflects on pivotal moments in his career that shaped his success, including cooking for Tyler Perry and curating a supper club at The Historic Hampton House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, actress, author, host, and producer Michelle Buteau stays booked and busy. The New Jersey native is more popular than ever following the launch of her book and adaptation for Netflix "Survival of the Thickest." Not much of a game player, the hilarious mom of twins joins The Blackest Questions hesitantly but ends the trivia game show on a high.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NFL star Tre Boston and his wife Cierra share their love for philanthropy with Dr. Christina Greer as they discuss their new show on The Weather Channel that helps families renovate their homes destroyed by natural disasters. The husband and wife, who are used to working together, will instead play each other to see who gets to take home The Blackest Questions bragging rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gina Yashere, the comedian, actress, showrunner, and co-creator of 'Bob Hearts Abishola,' shares some of her favorite comedic moments with The Blackest Questions host Dr. Christina Greer. The pair also dive into Yashere's Nigerian and British influences, her current comedy tour and her support of the actors and writers strike that has brought Hollywood to a standstill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley brings her confidence and smarts to The Blackest Questions. No stranger to breaking the mold, the Massachusetts representative shares her passion for women in politics and explains why Black representation should be a priority for all of us. She also discusses her childhood influences and what's next as she fights for equality and accountability in Washington, D.C.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July is comedy month at theGrio and The Blackest Questions welcomes comedian, actor, radio personality, and writer Roy Wood Jr. In recent years he's been a fixture on Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show' and his hosting gig at this year's White House Correspondents Dinner was a slam dunk. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Dr. Christina Greer will test Wood's knowledge of the city that was pivotal to the civil rights movement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedy Month at theGrio continues with a spotlight on the award-winning comedic writer, producer, and actor Diallo Riddle. Host Dr. Christina Greer is a massive fan of Riddle's HBO hit South Side and the pair chat about the show's successful run and its impact on culture. They also dive into Riddle's history with Black art and talk comedy OGs Marlon and Damon Wayans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

theGrio is highlighting the art of comedy all month long and The Blackest Questions welcomes the always funny, always honest actress, comedian, and artist Amanda Seales. She talks about the evolution of her career with Dr. Christina Greer and the two bond over their love for the movie 'Coming To America.'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They can act, and they can make us laugh, but can they ace The Blackest Questions history exam? Anthony Anderson and Cedric The Entertainer join Dr. Christina Greer to test their Black history knowledge and dish about their new A&E series Kings of BBQ. The pair have been friends for years and have now teamed up to share their friendship, and love of food, including a line of rubs and sauces with more items on the way as they grow their barbecue empire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An afternoon with the Central Park Karen in 2020 opened the world's eyes to the dangers of "birding while Black." Christian Cooper made it out of the situation safely but it forever changed his life and had an undeniable effect on the birding community as a whole. Cooper has now made it his life mission to introduce birding to minority communities and National Geographic is helping make that happen with his new show "Extraordinary Birder."  Dr. Christian Greer, a birder herself, is elated to welcome Cooper to The Blackest Questions. The pair fawn over their shared love for nature but also discuss the drastic overhauls that have to be completed to make the birding community a more inclusive space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we celebrate Pride Month, Dr. Christina Greer speaks with host, social media favorite, and Beyoncé super fan Kalen Allen who brings laughs and high energy to The Blackest Questions. He talks about his passion for academia, travel, and his hopes of creating a gender-nonconforming fashion line. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Hip Hop edition of the The Black Questions,  theGrio's own music journalist, author Being Black :The '80s podcast host, and self-proclaimed hip-hop head Touré joins The Blackest Questions for a special Black Music Month episode.  From Wu-Tang Clan and Nicki Minaj to The Geto Boys and Jay-Z,  Dr. Christina Greer tests Touré's music history knowledge and sends him spiraling with a Queen Latifah comment.  Touré also dishes on his infamous conversation with R. Kelly and his terrifying run-in with the disgraced former CEO of Death Row Records, Suge Knight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we honor and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community during Pride Month, Dr. Christina Greer gets to know Tony-nominated actress L Morgan Lee from Broadway's breakout hit 'A Strange Loop.' Lee talks about her commitment to supporting transgender youth and shares the story of a surprise Facebook message that changed her life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic gold medalist Cullen Jones is a history maker who dedicates his post-competition life to helping others. Not only is he passionate about teaching people water safety but he's also leading the charge to close the racial gap in competitive swimming. Jones joins The Blackest Questions to talk about his community work, test his Black history knowledge, and share some life-saving swimming advice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Still in his early 30's comedian Josh Johnson has worked with some of the biggest names in comedy. While testing his Black history knowledge with Dr. Christina Greer, Josh talks about his time touring with Trevor Noah, his work on The Daily Show, and how he came up with the unique concept of using his therapy sessions as material for his Peacock special, "Up Here Killing Myself."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emmy-nominated and New York Times Best-Selling author, comedian, and commentator Baratunde Thurston has some laughs with longtime friend Dr. Christina Greer as they talk Black history and their shared love for nature and travel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Paula Kahumbu is a champion for wildlife conservation and she hopes her new project with National Geographic will further her cause. As an expert on the African savanna elephant, it made perfect sense for her to take part in James Cameron's series "Secrets of the Elephants." Dr. Paula Kahumbu joins The Blackest Questions in a special Kenya themed episode as she shares personal stories about her homeland and her wildlife adventures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy-nominated R&B singer Kem has a lot to share as he talks about the ups and downs throughout this decades-long music career. His memoir 'Share My Life: A Journey of Love, Faith, and Redemption' is an inspiring read that will give fans a raw look at his life. Kem joins The Blackest Questions to give fans some backstory on the memoir and to test his Black history knowledge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony nominated actress L Morgan Lee from Broadway's breakout hit 'A Strange Loop' tells the story of a surprise Facebook message that changed her life. She also talks about her love for the stage, old movies and the goals she has set for her evolving career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dillard University President Walter Kimbrough joins The Blackest Questions to talk about the significance of HBCUs, Black leaders, and Black Greek life. The topic of cannabis and minority-owned startups is also a highlight of this thoughtful conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports Journalist and New York Times bestselling author Stephen A. Smith brings his high energy and iconic voice to The Blackest Questions as he shares intimate stories about life before fame and talks about his love for soap operas, Michael Jordan and Tom Ford suits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former student of Dr. Christina Greer joins The Blackest Questions to share some laughs and hardships with his mentor. While playing along with Black history trivia, Richard Brookshire also gets candid about his mental health struggles and explains why starting The Black Veterans Project was a defining moment in his life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor Harry Lennix joins The Blackest Questions to talk about some of his most memorable roles, his love for Chicago and his plans to  help future artists in his hometown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six-time Grammy Award-Winning trumpet player and composer Terence Blanchard is a legend in his field composing dozens of films, many of them for Spike Lee. Blanchard talks about his creative process and shares stories from his more than 40 years in the business while also playing along on The Blackest Questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seasoned actor Ernie Hudson talks about his love for writing, poetry, and how fate stepped in to align him with iconic photographer and film director Gordon Parks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Married couple Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson are no strangers to competition but when construction speed is swapped for Black history, who will come out on top? Lots of laughs, high energy, and tangible advice for first-time home buyers make for a great conversation with Dr. Christina Greer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've found us! The Blackest Questions is a Black history trivia show and an original podcast from theGrio's Black Podcast Network. Host, Dr. Christina Greer quizzes some of your favorite entertainers, history makers, and celebrities while engaging in conversations to learn more about important contributions in Black history and Black culture. The Blackest Questions entertains and informs audiences about little-known but essential Black history. Topics range from world history, news, sports, entertainment, pop culture, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pulitzer-Prize and Emmy Award-winning journalist, Trymaine Lee joins The Blackest Questions to talk about everything from his work with HBCU students who inspire him to his contribution to The 1619 Project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emmy-award winning sports journalist and host Bomani Jones has his Black history knowledge tested all while schooling Dr. Christina Greer on why Michael Jordan is the NBA goat. Jones' love for hip-hop music and season two of his HBO series "Game Theory with Bomani Jones" are also highlights of the conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning journalist, host, author, and educator Dr. Melissa Harris-Perry, has the tables turned on her on The Blackest Questions. She talks about her close and profound relationship with the late Maya Angelou and the roles of Black women throughout politics and history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Food editor Jamila Robinson is successful in a space that does not have a large Black presence but she's working to change that. As Food editor for The Philadelphia Inquirer and Regional Chair of The World's 50 Best Restaurants, Jamila is fighting to give Black restaurants the recognition and resources they deserve. Jamila joins The Blackest Questions to talk about her mission, the importance of food equality, and the role her family has played to close the gap.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we wrap up 2022 we're highlighting one of our favorite guests of the year. Shark Scientist Carlee is the founder of Minorities in Shark Sciences and she schooled us on so many things. We know this animal lover knows marine life but how will she do with Black history?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we wrap up 2022 we're highlighting one of our favorite guests of the year. Comedian, actor, radio personality and writer Roy Wood Jr. does a little bit of everything but in recent years has become a fixture on Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show with Trevor Noah.' Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Dr. Christina Greer will test Wood's knowledge of the city that was pivotal to the civil rights movement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we wind down the year, we're taking it back to the very first episode of The Blackest Questions with Philly native, author, activist, and TV personality Marc Lamont Hil.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BLKBOK is not your parent's classical music. The neo-classical piano prodigy from Detroit is using his talents to introduce the world of classical music to an entirely new generation of music lovers. BLKBOK joins Dr. Christina Greer to talk about his musical bloodline, his love for aviation & Nascar, and what's next for this rising star. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to entertainment, Diallo Riddle does it all. He's an award-winning writer, producer, actor, showrunner & DJ, but can he ace The Blackest Questions?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host & social media favorite Kalen Allen brings laughs and high energy to The Blackest Questions as he talks about his passion for academia, travel, and fashion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blackest Questions is on location speaking with Texas Southern University students on election night as they ask Dr. Christina Greer their top questions about the political process. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blackest Questions launches into the comicsphere for a high-energy conversation about everything from Black Panther to the history of politics & Black characters through the decades. Comic creator & consultant Evan Narcisse along with political analyst and avid comic fan Jason Johnson share insight that even the most faithful fan may not be familiar with. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Political analyst, author, and professor Jason Johnson is usually the one educating, so how will he do when it's his turn to answer The Blackest Questions?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.