The Inner Cities Podcast

Tochi and Zell talk about talking! This week, they give you a brief, scary look into the new Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson. Then they discuss people being punished for talking about Palestine. And finally, they get into the joy and torment they get from the recent generation of fighting games. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell share tips on how to find quality sources in this one.  They discuss the poor reporting in corporate media, how to find better sources, and what A24's announced pivot to more commercial projects might mean for lovers of great film and TV. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell are back after a looonngg break for hot strike summer. In this ep, they discuss the reaction in the media to the attacks in Israel and Gaza, and Zell's time as a WGA Captain and the gains writers won during the strike. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Andra and Zell talk with writer and single mom, Joelle Garfinkel. After creating the hit web series, Cam Girl, hear how it took Joelle 20+ jobs to break into Hollywood writing for shows like NBC's Ordinary Joe and Apple TV+'s Foundation.Pre-Interview Topics:#BadApple Day: The WGA picketing Apple the day they launched a $3500 headset.Andra and Zell's thoughts on the DGA's contracts agreement and SAG-AFTRA's strike authorization.Violence and harassment faced by WGA Picketers. Got a question for Andra & Zell? Message them on Insta:@whipsical@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell wrap the season with the fighting spirit!Topics:Dems caving on the debt ceiling.The first month of the #WGAStrike.Tochi & Zell's plans for the summer.On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell lament yet another debt ceiling "stand off." =-On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell go "Super Saiyan" Black in this ep!!!Topics: - Dianne Fienstein Being Used to Stop CA's progressive, female candidates.- Ron DeSantis' "Will He/Won't He" build up to DEFINITELY losing the presidency. - Zell's Week 3 strike report and the bizarre TV Upfronts. On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell talk about the second week of the WGA Writers' Strike.bit.ly/41nv27ROn Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell get their Norma Rae on!!!On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell  say "bye, bitch," to a corporate media hatemonger and also Don Lemon, then they look at what white people don't understand about "black joy."On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell lament that America won't stop  being the only place on Earth where these tragedies happen.Topics:The shooting of Ralph YarlThe shooting of cheerleaders in Elgin, TXThe killing of Kaylin GillisShould Diane Feinstein retire?On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi & Zell return fresh from their spring break with their rage in full bloom!Topics:Tennessee's expulsion and reappointment of Justin Pearson and Justin Jones.Conflicting rulings on the abortion pill.Clarence Thomas back on his SCOTUS corruption bullshit.On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell spend a bit of time on a lot of news.Topics:- The school shooting in Nashville.- Congress' TikTok Hearings.- Protest against the far-right in Israel.- Protest against pension reform in France.- The election of Humza Yousaf.On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell wonder when the revolution will come, dammit!Topics: - The wave of Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills in America- Macron signing a bill to force the French to work 2 more years.- The continued fallout in the banking sector.On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell welcome newly-baptized socialist, Mark Cuban, to the revolution!Topic:- The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and the government providing socialism for the rich. - Peace talk between Iran, Saudi Arabia, and ...China?- Oscar Recap and the impact of #OscarsSoWhite.On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell take a look at the motherland then come back to the States to talk labor.Topics:- The Nigerian Presidential Election and revolt- America's Upcoming Bills and possible recession- What the Writers' Guild negotiations mean for film and TV lovers like you!On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell wish old heads would just stop.Topics:The Far-Right shift of the Israeli government and recent violence in the West Bank.Student Loan case before SCOTUS.The 1-year anniversary of Elden Ring and Tochi's continued joy from it.On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell mark a year of war and try to save the babies from the future Upton Sinclair warned us about.Topic:- The one year anniversary of the war in Ukraine- State's weakening laws around child labor in meatpacking plants. - US Nationalization: How and Why.On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell look at past leaders and terrifying possible future leaders.Topics: - Nicola Sturgeon's resignation and the future of Scotland.- Terrifying slate of GOP presidential nominees.- The toxic chemical spill in Ohio. On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell are concerned that the state of our union is "in denial."Topics: It all about the State of the Union address. The people of Turkey and Syria need the world's help recovering time devastating earthquakes. Please give to The White Helmets at https://www.whitehelmets.org/en/. You can also find other recovery groups in this piece by Time.On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell start Black History Month confused by why America can't learn from black history!Topics:- The murder of Tyre Nichols and what mayors didn't learn.- The Moderate PAC and why Dems won't stop fighting progressives.- Movies about "eating the rich" are having a great moment!On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

America's back on it's bullsh*#. This week, Tochi and Zell discuss the rash of shootings throughout California and just why the only way the US fights inflation is by hurting the poor. Check out The Intercept's article from the show: bit.ly/3XYaVvn On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell refuse to let their culture be silenced in this one!Topics: - DeSantis' attempt to ban AP African American History classes in Florida- Strikes around the global and labor's awakening- IP in TV: Spoiler for The Last of Us and changes that are coming to the film and TV industries.Also, catch Zell on The Unofficial Official Podcast: spoti.fi/3W8cw0sOn Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi makes sure Zell doesn't drown in this one. Topics: Protests and insurrections in Peru & Brazil, ridiculous non-news about gas stoves and stuff in Biden's garage, the flooding in CA, LAPD starting 2023 by killing 3 people, and Katie Porter running for Senate. Watch the episode of Climate Town Zell mentioned, it's a great channel: bit.ly/3ZBAcNHAlso, catch Zell on The Unofficial Official Podcast: spoti.fi/3W8cw0sOn Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell start 2023 unsurprised we haven't learned out lesson. This week, Zell shares his Dry January update then they get into the Biden administration's immgration restriction, Kevin McCarthy taking ALL the L's, and what dystopian future was previewed at the return of CES!Look out for Tochi's run of Captain America: Symbol of Truth for Marvel at your local comic book shop.Watch AMC's Interview with the Vampire, where Zell is currently writing season two. On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell focus on the best of the best! This week, they ignore the news to talk about the TV shows, movies, books, and video games of the year.Look out for Tochi's run of Captain America: Symbol of Truth for Marvel at your local comic book shop.Watch AMC's Interview with the Vampire, where Zell is currently writing season two. On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWillOn Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell fight through the bad news to get to the good! This episode, they discuss the growing power of gangs in Haiti, the upcoming nurses, ambulance drivers, and rail road strikes in the UK, and the return of Brittney Griner to the US. Please forgive the technical difficulties on Zell's mic; it's been fixed for next week.Look out for Tochi's run of Captain America: Symbol of Truth for Marvel at your local comic book shop.Watch AMC's Interview with the Vampire, where Zell is currently writing season two. On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWillOn Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell celebrate the holiday spirit of protest! This week, they discuss the ongoing uprising in China, the Georgia Senate runoff this Tuesday, the Biden's attempt to force railroad works to take what he says to take. Look out for Tochi's run of Captain America: Symbol of Truth for Marvel at your local comic book shop.Watch AMC's Interview with the Vampire, where Zell is currently writing season two. On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWillOn Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell do some grave dancing, even if prematurily. This week, they discuss the rapid collapsing of Elon Musk's new toy, Twitter, and the early results of the midterm elections. Heads up; they recorded this episode on 11/12 in the morning BEFORE it was announced that the Dems would keep the Senate.Look for Phase to of Tochi's run of Captain America: Symbol of Truth.Watch AMC's Interview with the Vampire, where Zell is currently writing the next season. On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell try their damnedest to find some joy in the news. They don't find it in the Paul Pelosi attack or the return of Bibi Netanyahu, but will the election of Lula in Brazil save the show??? Listen and find out!Subscribe to AMC+ and watch Interview with the Vampire. Zell's currently working on season two: https://www.amcplus.com/pages/anne-rice-collection?utm_medium=sem&utm_source=google-performance-max&utm_campaign=iwtv&utm_keyword=&utm_content=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnvOaBhDTARIsAJf8eVOUg0ACp8bMaS-LRMdV8l9Fdxoyb2_z3lsRFtkg3WH7pFPiqvMprlsaAtWOEALw_wcBOn Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell wonder if we'll get out act together in this one. They discuss the UN report on climate change and if we'll ever actually change to stop it, then the upcoming midterm elections. Catch Tochi this weekend at the Boston Book Festival: https://bostonbookfest.org/2022-headliners-presenters/Subscribe to AMC+ and watch Interview with the Vampire. Zell's currently working on season two: https://www.amcplus.com/pages/anne-rice-collection?utm_medium=sem&utm_source=google-performance-max&utm_campaign=iwtv&utm_keyword=&utm_content=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnvOaBhDTARIsAJf8eVOUg0ACp8bMaS-LRMdV8l9Fdxoyb2_z3lsRFtkg3WH7pFPiqvMprlsaAtWOEALw_wcBOn Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell celebrate fall and the changing of the leaders. They discuss the crisis in Haiti and how others can help and not take over, the US switching up their stance on Venezuela, and the downfall of UK PM Liz Truss.On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWillOn Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Zell and Tochi both find themselves angry on the East Coast in this one! They talk the LA City Council leak and anti-blackness in "liberal" cities, the US' sanctions against Chinese semiconductor manufacturing and why it could spark... even more problems... and an update on Iranian protest.Head's up: Zell's audio is ROUGH due to a tech issue. Maybe turn it down a few notches.Listen to the full leaked audio from the LA City Council: https://www.latimes.com/california/jabfj4ghp28-123On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi helps Zell reacclimate to life in the States as they discuss the flooding in Florida, Puerto Rico, and how climate change will continue to smack the sh*t out of us. Then they'll talk about the protest in Iran over the killing of Mahsa Amini and the state's "morality police." Last, they give tips on how to talk artist you love without insulting them. Be sure to catch Tochi IN-PERSON at New York City ComiCon! 10/6-9 : https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us/explore/panels/panels-and-screenings.html?search=TochiFollow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

The angry, black males have gone international! They kick off season 7 with Zell in Paris while he and Tochi discuss DeSantis' brutal trick on migrants, Hurricane Fiona's devistating impacts on Puerto Rico, then Zell give his take on why he wants to relocate to Lille in the north of France and what America has to do to keep from a horrific 21st Century downfall. Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell had to drop another surprise ep as the Biden administration does slightly more than the least they could do to help student barrowers. The new season of The Inner Cities Podcast start Monday, 9/26! Tell your friends!

Tochi and Zell meet up IRL! Catch up on what they've been up to, how the terrible SCOTUS ruling will impact America's future, Boris Johnson being out, and the French nationalizing their electricity sector. We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell end  the season, sadly, by talking about a mass shooting for the 2nd time in a row. They discuss the killing of kids and teachers in Uvalde, TX, and what the poor police response says about America. Then they end on what they have planned for the summer; for work and for play. We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell get another reason to move out of the country. They discuss the mass shooting of black people in Buffalo and the ridiculousness of Replacement Theory, the GOP losses in this week's spring primaries, the the NBA Finals; the games and the memes!We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi's back in tour mode! He joins Zell like from the Pen International Conference in NYC as they discuss the killing of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, democrats symbol vote for abortion rights, the effectiveness of civil disobedence in 2022, and the cryptocurrency crash. Plus, they answer a listener question emailed to innercitizens@gmail.com. Want them to answer your? Send it in for a chance to have it addressed. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell rage over the bullshit leaked SCOTUS  ruling. That's the whole damn show because little is more important to freedom and the future of this country.We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell discuss the most popular topic of the season; student loan forgiveness. Also what Macron's victory in France means for Europe and the GOP cleaning house of their most *cough* visible members...We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell watch the government throw up their hands.   They discuss the poor ruling to end mask mandates, SCOTUS ruling that the US doesn't have to give Puerto Rican's social security, the French presidential election, and more. We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell celebrate the religious trifecta. They discuss Israel's unprovoked attack on the Al-Aqsa mosque on Ramadan, the UK's plan to send brown refugees to Rwanda while accepting the white one, and whether there should be age limits on elected officials. We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell can't decide what to talk about, so they talk about everything. We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell address that thing from last week. They discuss Russia leaving Kyiv, the GOP's abundance of crazy people, why The Slap doesn't need attention, but this amazing story from the New York Times does.We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi & Zell recorded this one right after Biden "misspoke." They discuss the War in Ukraine and Biden's statement that Putin, "cannot remain in power." Then they talk Judge Jackson's confirmation hearing, Virginia Thomas' treason, and Clarence Thomas' disrespect for the law. Then end with talk of France's upcoming presidential election. We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell question the power of the Almighty... dollar. They discuss President Zelenskyy's address to the US Congress and the UKMP and the West response to his direct request for aid. Then they discuss the SCOTUS nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown-Jackson, her impressive career, and the hurdles she may face in her Senate hearing.

Tochi and Zell discuss the continued war in Ukraine and the rash of anti-LGTB and anti-trans bills sweeping the shittier parts of this country. We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell return for find the world on fire... again. They discuss the west reaction to the war in Ukraine, the effectiveness of sanctions, racism faced by fleeing black refugees, and why the memeifacation of this invasion can only end badly.We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill

Tochi and Zell wonder if we'll be in war when this ep drops! This week, they discuss the possibility of a war in Ukraine against Russia (the episode was recorded when we WEREN'T in war, btw) and way the Democratic Party can get someone to vote for them in the fall.ALSO, we'll be off next week and back with a new show on Monday, March 7th. We want to hear from you! Let us know if you agree, disagree, or have question for Tochi or Zell. InnerCitizens@gmail.com. Thanks for subscribing, downloading, and listening! Text the show to your friends and tell them to check it out.Follow Tochi & Zell:On Twitter and Twitch:@TochiTrueStory@AZellWillOn Insta:@Treize64@AZellWill