UnSiloed

In this episode, we discuss  the controversy surrounding the Los Angeles Dodgers and their handling of pride night. Then we explore the rise and subsequent demise of the Metaverse. Lastly, we analyzes Target's involvement in pride month and the challenges they faced with product displays and public perception, emphasizing the need for a distinction between corporate support and brand marketing. Through thought-provoking insights, Charlie navigates the complex intersection of business, culture, and social issues.Topics and Questions Covered:(03:07) - The Dodger's controversy with pride night.(09:38) - Why this is bad for business and Los Angeles.(13:20) - Unravelling the Metaverse, is it officially dead?(18:42) - The Target pride month exhibit controversy.(22:56) - The CEO and Management team's reaction.(25:13) - Brand alignment vs corporate support. Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

Join us today as we dive into Uber's controversial decision to allow unaccompanied rides for teens, Twitter's new CEO Linda Yaccarino and the challenges she faces, and Vice Media Group's bankruptcy filing. Explore these thought-provoking topics as we analyze their implications and invite you to share your own perspectives.Topics and Questions Covered:(01:25) - Introduction to the topics covered in this episode.(01:42) - New news from Uber allowing teens to ride solo in select U.S cities.(04:40) - What happens if there is a problem that occurs?(07:58) - What good can this do in the world?(09:39) - Twitter's new CEO, Linda Yaccarino, is this a good or bad move?(16:25) - The changing landscape and the future of Twitter.(21:39) - Vice Media Group filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.(23:03) - Why did this happen?(27:08) - What is going to happen to Vice now? Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

The ongoing Bud Light controversy dissected. Does Carlson and Lemon's departure from cable news signal an inflection moment for news media?  And finally, are successful content ecosystems the way forward for sports teams?Topics and Questions Covered:(0:39) - Introduction to the episode and the on going Bud Light controversy.(10:16) - Why did this single event get so much heat?(14:49) - Discussing Bud Light's audience and brand.(24:54) - What should of happened in retrospect?(30:01) - Change in the news landscape with Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon.(35:43) - The future of Don, Tucker, Fox News, and CNN(40:56) - The Wrexham soccer club story.(44:17) - Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney capitalizing on content and storytelling.(49:39) - Discussing storytelling and how MLS can take this approach to improve popularity. Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In this episode, we analyze the congressional hearing of TikTok's CEO Shou Zi Chew and its potential impacts. Additionally, we explore the recent laws passed by the Utah governor aimed at safeguarding children from social media dangers. Join us now to stay up-to-date with the latest news!Topics and Questions Covered:01:32 - The Apple Store, the new modern religion.05:21 - TikTok's CEO appears in front of Congress for a multi-hour hearing.09:22 - What is the purpose of these hearings?14:26 - Crazy questions and the inability to answer binary questions.19:32 - Is this a TikTok or China issue?23:32 - Should we ban all U.S companies that work with or in China?30:00 - The "American" solution to the TikTok issue.40:29 - Utah governor signs new laws to protect children from the harms of social media usage.46:33 - The arguments for and against these laws.51:00 - Courage or Cringe!Resources Mentioned:https://time.com/6265852/utah-social-media-law-children/ Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In this episode of UnSiloed, we cover a range of topics, including the recent acquisition of PornHub, the monetization of pornography, ways to better protect at-risk individuals, and the minimum wage map presented by Visual Capital. We also discuss the Silicon Valley Bank collapse and the government's response to the issue.Topics and Questions Covered: (00:28) - PornHub acquisition by Ethical Capital Partners.(03:41) - The monetization of pornography.(08:37) - Charlie's 3 reasons on why any advancement for PornHub is bad for the world.(12:18) - How do we better protect the most at risk people from being abused?(20:56) - Visual Capital's article on minimum wage around the world.(24:23) - How do you view the minimum wage being a solution for home ownership?(29:21) - Pros and Cons of government intervention on minimum wage.(34:02) - The Silicon Valley Bank collapse.(40:47) - The government's response to the collapse and the challenge of working with big banks.(45:25) - Courage or Cringe!Articles Mentioned:PornHub Sold to Private Equity FirmMinimum Wage Around the WorldSilicon Valley Bank Had No Official Chief Risk Officer Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In this episode, we delve into the "Owens Corning Op-Ed" piece, which sheds light on the significant contributions of Latinos in industries such as homeownership and roofing, as well as the impact of Elon Musk's announcement of the opening of an engineering headquarters for Tesla in California.We also discuss the Gonzalez vs. Google case in the Supreme Court, which challenges Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act for the internet and content creators.Don't miss our "Courage or Cringe!" segment this week, you won't believe what Ford is trying to do.Topics Covered:(00:47) - The role that latinos are playing in homeownership, the roofing industry, and the hispanic workforce.(04:30) - Diving into the "Owens Corning Op-Ed" piece by Black//Brown Collective(11:22) - Latino homeowners are financially leveraged but determined.(15:01) - Elon Musk announced the opening of an engineering headquarters for Tesla in California.(27:57 - Gonzalez vs. Google in the Supreme, the section 230 of the Communications Decency Act being challenged.(36:32) - Individual responsibility online, companies algorithms influencing content creators, and the growing grey area of what's right and wrong online.(43:10) - Courage or Cringe!Links and Resources Mentioned:Owens Corning Op-EdGonzalez v. Google LLC Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In this episode, Charlie and Jesus examine the issue of tech companies quietly defunding diversity initiatives and the societal impact of poor diversity strategies. We then explore the acquisitions of CVS and discuss the benefits and concerns of vertical integration and technology in improving access to healthcare for patients. Finally, we conclude with a fascinating exploration of the potential risks and implications of AI-based media on political discourse and society as a whole.Timestamps:01:00 - Tech companies quietly defunding diversity initiatives.08:00 - Why are they unwinding these pledges?16:08 - CVS Buys a primary care provider for 9.5 billion dollars, a good thing for people's health outcome?20:48 - Access to healthcare vs. quality of healthcare.24:16 - Discussing Regenerative AI and an entirely deep fake news network creating by AI32:08 - Using AI systems to hack A. Resources and Links Mentioned:https://graphika.com/ Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

 Join in the conversation as we take an in-depth look at the "He Gets Us" Campaign, and what it means for Christians in the modern world. We also discuss the controversy surrounding the new Apple Watch fitness badge and the devilish performance by Sam Smith and Kim Petra. Topics Covered:(01:31) - The Super Bowl, the biggest annual event that happens in the U.S.(04:12) - He Gets Us Campaign, explained and examined.(17:55) - A look at Christianity and Jesus in our modern time.(28:19) - Establishing your brand as Christians and businesses.(32:44) - Controversy around the new Apple watch new fitness badge for black history month.(39:39) - The Grammys 2023 takeaways and commentary.(50:08) - Sam Smith and Kim Petra's performance at the Grammys.(58:16) - Courage or Cringe! Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

Join us for this thought-provoking episode of UnSiloed where we dive into the world of ChatGPT and its impact on the future of work and technology. Our hosts Charlie and Jesus discuss their differing opinions on this groundbreaking technology.We explore the exciting possibilities of ChatGPT and its ability to change the way we work and search for information, as well as its potential to create stunning works of art using AI. However, we also discuss the limitations and potential ethical concerns surrounding ChatGPT, including the risk of it becoming "aware" and the potential for illegal use.In this episode, we also explore ways to validate the source of answers provided by ChatGPT, and delve into the question of whether artists and scientists should be worried about this new technology. Join us as we tackle these important questions and more!*This podcast summary was brought to you by ChatGPT.Topics Covered(01:06) - Why Charlie is excited forChatGPT.(03:55) - Why Jesus is bothered by ChatGPT(09:11) - Finding ways to validate the source of an answer.(14:03) - How ChatGPT is changing work and search.(16:40) - Creating art using AI.(20:43) - What are the biggest limitations of ChatGPT?(24:09) - A moment of singularity and ChatGPT becoming "aware".(25:35) - Should artists and scientists worry about this new technology?(31:23) - What are some possible illegal uses?(36:29) - Ethical use cases for this technology.(42:34) - Courage or Cringe!  Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

There was nearly a 50% decrease in young people applying to technical jobs in 2022... What are the implications to business, the country, and the future?Topis Discussed:(3:56) - UnSiloed in 2023 and Charlie's LinkedIn post.(7:27) - What's wrong with blue-collar work?  Is white-collar even more attractive than it has been?(11:25) - How should leadership respond to the new generation wanting the next-level gig right away?(17:01) - Education level vs. people skills vs. intellectual curiosity.(22:55) - Is blue-collar work more valuable/respected now since the pandemic?(28:50) - Supply and demand in blue-collar work today.(32:46) - Funding of educational programs.(35:26) - How should leadership view potential hires who didn't go to college but have blue-collar work experience?(43:11) - Courage or Cringe! Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In this episode, we catch up on the last several weeks of the cultural conversation. From proposition 31 passing in California, Twitter's future, the protest in China, to "communicating" to the dead using artificial intelligence. Topics Discussed3:55 - In California, Prop 31, preventing tobacco companies from selling flavored tobacco products, and messaging behind these propositions.17:00 - What is the economic impact on Tesla and Elon's businesses as he makes changes in Twitter.21:11 - Twitter's future and Elon's vision.26:16 - China's protest and uprising.29:06 - Kanye's interview on Alex Jone's show30:28 - Herschel Walker's campaign32:12 - Natural Language Processing, the future of artificial intelligence, copywriting, storytelling, and more.43:07 - Using AI to talk to the dead in a simulation49:52 - Courage or Cringe! Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In this episode, Steven Chuck, entrepreneur, operator, and polymath guest hosts as we dive into topics surrounding the 2022 midterms, the global population, and Dave Chappelle's monologue on Saturday Night Live.Topics Covered:0:43 - Thoughts and prayers, a hollow response?4:55 - A revisit to the discussion on inflation.9:41 - Should we see more debates and public appearances with candidates?21:55 - Why are we still counting votes a week after election day?31:22 - Is there a shift of African American and Hispanic voters moving to the right?40:40 - A look into abortion's role in politics and business.45:47 - The world's global population reaches 8 billion people...good or bad?59:20 - Countries that are not replacing their population with their low birth rate.1:02:30 - Poland suffering tragedies in the Ukraine and Russia war.1:09:51 - Dave Chappelle's appearance on Saturday Night Live.Episode Links:Dave Chappelle Stand-Up Monologue - SNL Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In this episode, special guest Steven Chuck joins us to discuss key storylines and insights that emerged from Super Tuesday's midterm results.Topics Covered:1:23 - Introduction to the major storylines that are developing.2:12 - Fox News's quote about this midterm not being a "red wave".11:18 - Did we see more vote splitting this time around?15:00 - DeSantis's crushing win in Florida and the republican's future.17:55 - Miami's red flip and Latino voters.23:06 - Beto O'Rourke, Stacy Abram's, and the democratic campaign strategy.27:01 - Fetterman wins the Senate seat in Pennsylvania and "celebrity" politicians.34:04 - What motivates politicians: power or policy?36:30 - Term limits on politicians and the Pope?41:30 - Big blue urban centers slowly becoming less blue?48:19 - Parting thoughts and assumptions for the future. Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

We tackle an assortment of topics from the last two weeks... rapid fire!Topics Discussed:0:51 - The "Chief Twit's" takeover of Twitter7:21 - Elon Musk's new board of directors and business model for Twitter14:00 - Is Twitter better off now?18:51 - Intruder invasion in the Pelosi residence32:26 - Kanye's interview with Lex Fridman41:33 - Adidas dropping Kanye and how do people feel about him now?45:38 - Kyrie Irving's tweet about a documentary on the black Hebrew Israelite group51:20 - A look into next week's news and future topics52:25 - Jesus's cringe of the week!54:34 - Charlie's cringe of the week! Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

The $500B Student Loan Forgiveness Plan just got a new app and marketing effort... Millions have already signed up.  But before the marketing victory lap begins there's a ton of very real issues to consider about what implications exist in forgiving a mountain of debt to thousands of people.Topics Discussed:1:50 - Announcement of the app and recap on Biden's loan forgiveness plan6:29 - How do you feel about loan forgiveness?8:10 - What got us here in the first place?12:40 - What's behind the motive to forgive these loans?18:16 - What about everyone who worked hard to pay off their loans?22:16 - What will the future of education look like?26: 12 - Are we actually relieving burden and debt or are we giving it to other people?34:07 - Is this an overreach on the Biden administration?39:18 - Moving forward and discussing solutions.42:28 - Courage or cringe!42:47 - Tua Tagovailoa's injuries and playing football.48:30 - Kanye West has agreed to purchase the platform Parlor.Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

The roller coaster saga of Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter has taken a number of recent turns, legal maneuvers and renegotiations that have left the deal in limbo with a looming deadline of 10/28 to close the contract or go to trial.  We have a look at the latest... plus other Twitter related issues arising from Kanye West's recent incendiary commentary on the platform. Topics Discussed:3:01 - Recapping Elon's acquisition of Twitter back in April 2022 compared to today's deal.5:39 - Elon doesn't want to buy because of bots or because of the purchasing price of Twitter?9:56 - Did he really know about all the bots?12:00 - Elon's texts revealed.14:31 - Will the original deal go through and what happens next with Twitter19:00 - The public square and content moderation on Twitter.24:58 - People finding their voices in mediums where they won't be censored or silenced.27:35 - Elon's App X plan and what happens if he acquires Twitter.30:46 - Kanye West on Twitter.34:35 - What are these platforms for, who should govern the conversations, and how should free speech be handled?47:07 - a deeper discussion on Kanye West.52:28 - Courage or Cringe!52:42 - LA City council president and other members were making racist comments.58:46 - Tulsi Gabbard leaves the democratic party.1:02:00 - Antonio Brown's tweet.Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

TikTok and the White House are moments away from a deal that would reportedly force the app to run data servers only in the U.S., submit to an algorithm audit, and create a security oversight board that reports directly to the U.S. government.Timestamps0:55 - Why we are covering TikTok, again!3:04 - Explanation of proposed deal terms for TikTok.4:32 - Our thoughts on these terms. 7:40 - Should we do business with China?11:02 - Three concerns on why people think using TikTok is a bad idea.13:48 - Using social media platforms to propaganda and espionage, 15:01 - Charlie's number one reason on why TikTok is not good for America.17:38 - The conundrum between using and removing TikTok.22:15 - Treating social platforms like tobacco companies.24:30 - A bold proposition on who should regulate social media platforms. 30:20 - How much do you want the government regulating your personal behavior and life choices?40:45 - Will this TikTok regulation be passed?44:06 - Courage or Cringe!!45:35 - Christian Walker's video about his father, Herschel Walker52:20 - Mark Zuckerberg attending a UFC fight privately with his friends. Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

In this episode, we discuss the Monarchy and its impact on the world, then take a look at the challenges of our own meritocracy and the phenomenon of "Quiet Quitting" (seemingly) sweeping the land.Topic Covered:1:00 - The Queen's passing, the monarchy, Michael Jackson, and colonization9:54 - Corporations vs. a monarchy15:26 - Quiet quitting...is it real or is it fake?32:43 - Stress levels, prioritizing life balance, and paying your dues36:30 - The act your wage trend39:30 - Remote work coming to an end and moving virtual work overseas49:22 - Courage or Cringe!49:50 - Chess world champion Magnus Carlsen accuses Hans Niemann of cheating54:04 - The white house urges Atlanta Braves to change their name Resources Mentioned:Quiet Quitting is REAL: https://www.gallup.com/workplace/398306/quiet-quitting-real.aspxQuiet Quitting is FAKE: https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2022-09-27/quiet-quitting-lying-flat-great-resignation-what-these-fake-work-trends-mean Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

The start of Hispanic Heritage Month saw the NFL embroiled in a mini controversy about it's "Por La Cultura" campaign, with many Twitter users calling out the league for their marketing efforts.  What really happened?  Javier Farfan, Cultural Strategist for the NFL joins us to discuss.Episode Linkshttps://www.nfl.com/causes/porlacultura/ Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

Since roughly the year 2000, according to survey data, Democrats have moved significantly to the left on most hot button social issues while Republicans have moved only slightly right. Moving to the left may help galvanize the progressive base, but if it's not done with empathy and tact it risks outrunning the vast middle part of the country, which progressive activists seem completely uninterested in talking to. Resources Mentioned:https://jabberwocking.com/if-you-hate-the-culture-wars-blame-liberals/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

Charlie and Jesus begin a new chapter as they introduce the new format and name for their show.

Charlie and Jesus are back in the studio for another episode of TDR

#88 | Tom Cruise, Guns & God, and Tesla Kills Work-At-HomeCourage or Cringe:Top Gun Maverick - $1B potential, what does this say about our culture's mood?https://variety.com/2022/film/box-office/top-gun-maverick-box-office-second-weekend-beat-expectations-1235285735/ Biden's Gun Plan.  Hitting the target or missing the mark?https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/tulsa-oklahoma-hospital-shooting-06-02-22/index.html Tesla new employee rules - Command & Control vs Dogs in sweatershttps://www.barrons.com/articles/tesla-return-to-office-work-from-home-51654096315 Moses Ingram faces backlash - racism or trolling?https://www.cnn.com/2022/05/31/entertainment/moses-ingram-obi-wan-kenobi-racism-cec/index.htmlSupport this Show!www.patreon.com/thediversityremix 

Charlie and Jesus reflect on the terrible tragedy in Texas.

Charlie and Jesus meet up remotely to talk about the issues in everyone's mind: the Buffalo shooting, Tucker Carlson, and Elon's cold feet.

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#84 | Disinformation board, BLM gets sued & Truth Social gets Trumped  Jesus returns to the studio to do a lightning round on all the important stuff we missed over the last couple weeks… like Twitter & Elon, the CNN+ demise, and Netflix's hemorrhaging of market share… and then on Courage or Cringe, we discuss - the Biden administration's newly created “Disinformation Board”… the lawsuit against BLM brought by Indiana's attorney general and finally former president Trump's returns to social media, on his own social platform… it's a fast and funny one this week… only on TDR! Courage or Cringe:  Homeland Security Sets Up Board to Tackle Disinformation  https://www.cnet.com/news/misinformation/homeland-security-sets-up-board-to-tackle-disinformation/  Indiana's attorney general sues Black Lives Matter over its use of donations https://www.yahoo.com/news/indiana-apos-attorney-general-sues-135908348.html  Trump Makes First Post on Truth Social Months After Launch https://www.pcmag.com/news/trump-makes-first-post-on-truth-social-months-after-launch  Support this Show! www.patreon.com/thediversityremix    

#83 | BEST OF TDR: Education or Indoctrination?  In today's Deep Dive we look at a number of issues impacting the conversation around education in the country, from critical race theory to parents' role in the curriculum.   And in Courage or Cringe:  Travis Scott Tragedy, State Farm Sticks with Aaron Rodgers, and MIT Alums blast their Alma Mater.   Should a Hip Hop star rightly face consequences for his role in the death of fans at his show OR is Cancel Culture taking an artist's livelihood over a tragic accident?   Is a major insurance company supporting their spokeperson's freedom of choice OR are they looking the other way on dishonesty to avoid upsetting conservative customers?  Did a pair of alumni from a prestigious university rightly slam the administration's 'wokeness' in a recent letter OR is their action evidence of the rise of a Counter Cancel-Culture Movement?    Ad Fontes!  Petition Calls for Travis Scott to Be Dropped from Coachella Festival Lineup https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/petition-calls-for-travis-scott-to-be-dropped-from-coachella-festival-lineup/2751488/?fbclid=IwAR0vdUDWlAfkNmvxgI8gDpvse_LPjHu4Y4lrg57NW1ruiIfxrf2nrvRiTFA  State Farm backs Aaron Rodgers' 'personal point of view,' encourages vaccinations after QB's controversy https://www.foxbusiness.com/sports/state-farm-backs-aaron-rodgers-point-of-view-qb-controversy  MIT alums slam university for caving to 'wokeness', condemn firing of priest for George Floyd letter https://www.yahoo.com/news/mit-alums-slam-university-caving-145355567.html  Support this Show!  Patreon.com/TheDiversityRemix   

#83 | Elon vs Twitter, Texas Transporting Illegal Immigrants & XFL Cease & Desist Elon Musk decides not to join Twitter board, retaining his freedom to invest, influence or take over.https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/11/elon-musk-decides-not-to-join-twitter-board-saysceo-parag-agrawal.htmlTexas Begins Transporting Illegal Immigrants from Border to D.C.https://www.yahoo.com/news/texas-begins-transporting-illegal-immigrants135254237.htmlXFL hit with cease-and-desist by media company founded by Sue Bird over similar logohttps://sports.yahoo.com/revived-xfl-cease-and-desist-media-company-founded-suebird-similar-logo-003302895.htmlOther Stuff we Mentioned on the Show:• Immigration Statso https://cis.org/Camarota/Immigrant-Population-Hits-Record-462-MillionNovember-2021• XFL Rebrand Video:o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSnpsznRQaASupport This Show:www.Patreon.com/thediversityremix

#82 | NFL Minority Mandate, AOC vs Clarence Thomas & Apple Employees Rebel! INTRO SCRIPHey TDR Fam, Jesus is back in the studio this week (finally!) and there's plenty to catch up on... the guys tackle the NFL's new mandate to ensure minority coaches are hired, then they cover the very visible  social media crusade by representative Ocasio-Cortez against Justice Clarence Thomas, and finally they weigh-in on Apple's newest headache as the company's rank & file rebel against new post-covid office policies... no stones are left unturned - this week on TDR!  Courage or Cringe:  NFL says all teams must add minority offensive coach, expands Rooney Rule to include women https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/33617341/nfl-says-all-teams-add-minority-offensive-coach-expands-rooney-rule-include-women  Ocasio-Cortez to Clarence Thomas: Resign or face impeachment https://thehill.com/homenews/house/600145-ocasio-cortez-to-clarence-thomas-resign-or-face-impeachment/  Some Apple employees are losing their minds over its return to office plan https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/apple-employees-losing-minds-over-135900499.html   

#81 | Guest Co-Host: Steven Chuck  Hey TDR Fam, with Jesus on the road again we invited digital media pioneer and industry thought-leader, Steven Chuck, to co-host this week!  Steven and Charlie offer their take on the Will Smith and Chris Rock “slap gate” controversy, Award Shows in general and the strange “performative layer” which seems to dominate our culture far beyond Hollywood...   And then in Courage or Cringe, the guys weigh in on:  -Donald Trump suing Hillary Clinton   https://news.yahoo.com/donald-trump-sues-hillary-clinton-173916750.html  -Nestle's move to stop selling products in Russia https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/nestle-suspend-brands-russia-including-kitkat-nesquik-2022-03-23/  And finally...  -Biden asking Hershel Walker and Dr. Oz to resign from a presidential council, or be fired...  https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/599506-biden-asks-herschel-walker-and-mehmet-oz-to-quit-council-or-be-ousted?rl=1  So, grab the headphones and settle in... it's equal parts funny and thoughtful this week with insights all over the place… Enjoy the show!    

#80 | Guest Co-Host: Wally Eltawashy Hey TDR Fam, with Jesus on the road and out of the studio we invited friend of the show and Executive Producer of HBO's O.G., Wally Eltawashy to co-host this week!  Wally and Charlie riff on a variety of subjects from the effects of technology on imagination, to the definition of art, to content creation in the age of AI.    And then in Courage or Cringe, the guys weigh in on:  -Dolly Parton's rejection of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame…   https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2022/03/17/dolly-parton-rock-hall-nomination/ -The NCAA division 1 domination by Transgender athlete Lia Thomas… https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/17/sport/lia-thomas-ncaa-swimming/index.html And finally...  -The Grammy Award's cancellation of Kanye West… https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/kanye-west-barred-performing-grammys-165645917.html  It's a really good one… Enjoy the show!  

#79 | Courage or Cringe feat. Chris Hahn  This week we welcome political pundit, nationally-syndicated radio personality and host of The Aggressive Progressive podcast, Chris Hahn. And on Courage or Cringe: Ft Lauderdale police chief fired for minority-first hiring practices https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/05/us/fort-lauderdale-police-chief/index.html  Pixar employees call out Disney for censoring same sex themes in animation https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/disney-censors-same-sex-affection-023755146.html  Kremlin opens criminal case on Meta (Facebook) for hate speech https://www.reuters.com/world/kremlin-says-meta-would-have-cease-work-russia-if-reuters-rep  Support this show: www.Patreon.com/thediversityrem    

#78 | Courage or Cringe feat. Bobby Spears Jr.   Bobby Spears Jr. is a writer, producer, actor and mental health activist. His latest book is Bedlam: The Life & Mind of Earl Sedgwick.  And on Courage or Cringe we look at: TikTok's mental health woes, NFL's Football IQ problem, and DeSantis vs High Schoolers.  TikTok faces investigation into its impact on young people's mental health https://www.theverge.com/2022/3/2/22958900/tiktok-state-ag-investigation-teens-kids-mental-physical-health  NFL Tests "Football IQ" a different way after backlash for biased methods https://www.insidehook.com/daily_brief/sports/want-try-flawed-wonderlic-test-nfl-just-quit-using-combine  DeSantis defends scolding students over masks — and fundraises off it https://www.politico.com/news/2022/03/03/desantis-defends-scolding-students-over-masks-fundraises-00013818  Get Bobby's Book: Bedlam: The Life & Mind of Earl Sedgwick. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/688060/bedlam-by-bobby-spears-jr/  Support this Show:   www.Patreon.com/TheDiversityRemix 

#77 | Gil Perez-Abraham from WB's THE BATMAN:   This week, we speak with the Venezuelan rising star, Gil Perez-Abraham from Warner Bros' new tentpole feature film, THE BATMAN. Plus, in Courage or Cringe: Congress Mask Mandate Reversal, Facebook Censors Babylon Bee, and Coinbase Superbowl Ad Controversy.  Courage or Cringe: Congress drops mask mandate just ahead of Biden's State of the Union address https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/congress-drops-mask-mandate-ahead-bidens-state-union/story?id=83161580  Facebook censors Babylon Bee post on trans-identified 'Jeopardy!' champion as 'hate speech' https://www.christianpost.com/news/facebook-babylon-bee-jeopardy-champion.html  Martin Agency's CEO Is Calling Out Coinbase Over Its QR Code Super Bowl Ad https://www-adweek-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.adweek.com/agencies/why-martin-agencys-ceo-is-calling-out-coinbase-over-its-qr-code-super-bowl-ad/amp/  Support this Show! www.Patreon.com/thediversityremix    

#76 | Michelle Tafoya's True Colors, Biden's Homelessness Czar, and Carl Icahn Saves the Pigs!   Did a recently retired sportscaster just display her true colors of racial insensitivity, or did we witness a personal plea from middle of the road mom speaking truth to power?  Is the Biden administration's new homelessness czar right about systemic racism as the root cause of homelessness, or is his ideology leading to a strategy that's misguided and focused on solving the wrong things?  And finally…. Did a multi-billionaire investor suddenly turn over a new leaf with his outspoken criticism of animal welfare in the food industry, or is his complaint simply a stratagem in a broader plan to make more money?   Courage or Cringe:  Michele Tafoya finally free to speak her ugly truths https://sports.yahoo.com/michele-tafoya-finally-free-to-speak-her-ugly-truths-184325551.html  Biden's homelessness czar will only worsen nation's crisis https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/biden-homelessness-czar-nation-crisis-jason-rantz  Billionaire Carl Icahn targets McDonald's over pig welfare https://www.cnn.com/2022/02/21/investing/carl-icahn-mcdonalds-pigs/index.html  SUPPORT THIS SHOW: www.Patreon.com/TheDiversityRemix  

#75 | Superbowl Reaction + Canadian Trucker Crowdfunding, Adidas' Bare Breast Controversy, and Drill Rap Censorship   Is a private American company protecting liberty by fighting to disburse funds to an international cause in need OR is a country protecting its citizenry and economy by fighting for its right to disable support for bad actors?  Did a major apparel brand use a bold approach to authentically cater to everyday women OR is their use of nudity an exploitative act that simply drives the most buzz and revenue?  And finally…. Is a high-power mayor seeking to equally apply social media deplatforming rules to violent rap in his city OR is he engaging in government-sanctioned censorship that violates the right of free expression and liberty?   Courage or Cringe:  Crowd fundraising site says they will defy Canadian court order to stop disbursing funds to convoy protesters https://www.cnn.com/2022/02/11/business/givesendgo-trucker-convoy-protest/index.html  An Adidas ad showed bare breasts. Is that liberating or exploitative? https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2022/02/10/adidas-bare-breast-ad/  Eric Adams, Who Just Learned What Drill Rap Is, Wants to Ban It From Social Media https://consequence.net/2022/02/eric-adams-ban-drill-rap-on-social-media/ https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/eric-adams-just-learned-drill-023812904.html  Support this Show! www.patreon.com/thediversityremix   

“BEST OF TDR” | Are Masks the New Scarlet Letter? Given the hot topic of national conversation around mask mandates, masks in school, and assorted mask-related topics, this week we're revisiting an earlier conversation where we touched on this broad-ranging topic and explored the various voices in the debate.    And in Courage or Cringe: Athletes sue the NFL over race-based algorithms, The Golden Globes and cancel culture and Marjorie Taylor Green names AOC as her bully.    Is accounting for social & economic disparity to determine compensation a healthy measure that drives equity or is it a selective tool used in economically advantageous cases but decried in others?  Is the push to cancel the golden globes a righteous reckoning for a history of disparity, or a dismal display of piling on the virtue bandwagon?  And finally… should Marjorie Taylor Green the firebrand congresswomen be heard and believed about being bullied by powerful members of congress, or are her recent run-ins with other lawmakers simply proof of reaping what she's sown?   Ad Fontes – To the Sources! Deep Dive: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/05/14/covid-dr-scott-gottlieb-agrees-with-new-cdc-mask-guidance.html https://www.newsweek.com/joe-biden-mask-tweet-riles-republican-lawmakers-1591480  Courage or Cringe: Black NFL players call for end of algorithm that assumes Black men have lower cognitive abilities. https://www.marketwatch.com/story/retired-black-nfl-players-and-their-families-call-for-race-norming-practice-to-end-01621018741?siteid=yhoof2  Golden Globes 2022 Canceled On NBC As HFPA Struggles To Reform To Hollywood's Stipulations https://deadline.com/2021/05/golden-globes-canceled-nbc-2022-hfpa-1234753314/  Marjorie Taylor Greene said that she's the victim of Democrat bullying when questioned about her hounding of AOC https://www.yahoo.com/news/marjorie-taylor-greene-said-shes-144045546.html https://www.businessinsider.com/ruben-gallego-mocks-marjorie-taylor-greene-coward-qanon-democrats-gop-2021-5     

#73 | Rogan vs the World, Michigan Same Sex Adoptions & Biden's Scotus Nominee  The biggest podcast host on earth has amassed a number of high-profile enemies... are we witnessing the world's largest slow-moving cancellation, or are we engaging in a needed conversation to balance freedom of expression with public health?  Is a state's recent ruling allowing Catholic adoption agencies to continue their policy against placing children in same-sex households an example of properly distancing church from state, or is it simply evidence of unsavory legal discrimination?  Did our president prematurely misfire when he committed to only nominating a black female to the highest court in the land, or is he simply keeping his word and executing on a noble campaign promise?   Courage or Cringe:  Joe Rogan Apologizes, Spotify Publishes Content Policy in Response to Neil Young Outcry Spotify publishes content policy, COVID-19 hub in response to Joe Rogan controversy — The Wall Street Journal https://www.instagram.com/tv/CZYQ_nDJi6G/?utm_medium=copy_link Michigan Cites SCOTUS Ruling for Allowing Some Adoption Agencies to Deny Same-Sex Couples https://www.newsweek.com/michigan-cites-scotus-ruling-allowing-some-adoption-agencies-deny-same-sex-couples-1673244  Biden commits to nominating nation's first Black female Supreme Court justice as he honors retiring Breyer https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/27/politics/biden-breyer-announcement/index.html   Support this show! www.patreon/thediversityremix  

#72 | Trans-Exclusionary apps, Crenshaw vs the Kid & Olympics CensorshipThis week on TDR…Trans-exclusionary apps, Crenshaw vs the Kid & Olympic athlete Censorship·      Is a new female-only mobile app simply creating a safe space for the fairer sex OR are we witnessing a new tech version of the ugly truths of segregation ?·      Did a popular congressman speak truth firmly and resolutely in responding to an unfair question about his faith, OR did he succumb to hypocrisy adding to the coarseness of the current dialogue between parties?·      And finally is the International Olympic Committee simply maintaining the spirit of the games by keeping politics out of sports OR are they enabling a serial human right abuser to continue their violations?This and more today on TDR…Courage or Cringe: A social media app just for 'females' intentionally excludes trans women — and some say its face-recognition AI discriminates against women of color, toohttps://www.yahoo.com/news/social-media-app-just-females-151736089.htmlRepublican Rep Dan Crenshaw loses his temper after being questioned by a girl at public event.https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/den-crenshaw-girl-pac-meeting-b1995718.html?ampChina warns foreign Olympic athletes against speaking out on politics at Winter Gameshttps://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/olympics/2022/01/19/china-winter-olympics-politics-speech/

 #71 | Biden a Divider, Quebec Tax for Unvax &Mexican Soccer bans gay slurs!   Among the reasons Joe Biden was elected president was to heal the country's toxic politics. Has he failed stupendously in his first year, or is he just getting started in what is a marathon of change rather than a sprint?  Is a canadian province's novel strategy to increasing vaccination rates an inventive and innocent effort to protect the health of their citizens, or is it a punitive measure enacted on a minority?  And finally… the mexican soccer federation has enacted its latest, and most dramatic sanctions against fans who chant a gay slur at opposing players… is this a prudent step to limit verbal violence or an overly idealized solution to a deep seeded reality in competitive sports?   This and more this week on TDR…   Courage or Cringe:  Joe Biden Was Elected to Be Less Divisive Than Trump and He's Failing Miserably at It https://www.thedailybeast.com/joe-biden-was-supposed-to-be-the-anti-trump-but-hes-just-as-divisive  Courage or Cringe: Québec's newly announced tax on unvaccinated residents is already working https://qz.com/2112288/quebec-newly-proposed-tax-on-its-unvaccinated-is-already-working/?utm_source=YPL  Courage or Cringe: Five-year bans for anti-gay chants in Mexico http://www.espnfc.com/mexico-mex/story/4572242/mexico-institutes-five-year-ban-for-anti-gay-chant  Support this show! www.patreon.com/thediversityremix  

This week on TDR: Ted Cruz Apologizes, Dave Ramsey Christian Lessons, and Novak Djokovic makes a mess Downunder:  Did Cable TV's biggest star, Correct the record to distinguish political protest from terrorism OR did he engage in a sad display of who really has the political power in the republican party?  Did a globally renown finance expert with Christian connections just prove that good capitalism doesn't make for good Christianity? Or did he simply point out market forces that are morally neutral?  Did a Failure of due process allow a star athlete to skirt the laws of a foreign nation OR did we witness another example of rules not applying to the rich and famous?  This and more this week on TDR! Ad Fontes:  Courage or Cringe: Ted Cruz apologizes to Tucker Carlson for calling the Capitol riot a 'violent terrorist attack' after the Fox News host criticized him https://www.businessinsider.com/ted-cruz-tucker-carlson-apology-clip-video-fox-news-jan6-2022-1 Courage or Cringe: Radio Host Dave Ramsey Insists if His Tenants Are Homeless Because He Raised Rent, It Doesn't Make Him ‘a Bad Christian' https://www.thewrap.com/dave-ramsey-homeless-tenants-not-bad-christian/ Courage or Cringe: Novak Djokovic allowed to stay in Australia, but could still be deported before Aussie Open https://sports.yahoo.com/novak-djokovic-allowed-to-stay-in-australia-but-could-still-be-deported-before-aussie-open-142522195.html   SUPPORT THIS SHOW!  Patreon.com/TheDiversityRemix 

Friend of the show, and Executive Producer, Marcos Cline-Marquez joins Charlie and Jesus for a wide-ranging conversation to close out the year!   Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! Check out Marcos Cline-Marquez work: www.AlteredLA.com 

#67 | Gun Culture vs Gun Control In our Deep Dive today, we'll address the issue of guns in light of last week's tragedy in Michigan... what are the real issues driving the use and misuse of guns and what solutions exist that anyone can agree upon?  And in Courage or Cringe:  Better.com's CEO gets blasted, AOC called a Smash and Grab denier, and Twitter's new controversial media policy ...   Did a unicorn ceo trim his workforce responsibly to drive accountability OR did an egotistic elite kill corporate culture in the name of efficiency?  Is a popular congresswoman calling for nuanced conversation over a complex issue OR is she tone deaf while refusing to face a growing problem?  And finally... was the poor roll out of new social media policy only a bump in the road to creating a safer online environment OR was it clear evidence that more censorship is never the solution?    Ad Fontes!  Gun Control vs Gun Culture https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-41488081 https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2021/09/13/key-facts-about-americans-and-guns/  Better.com CEO accused hundreds of the 900 people he laid off on Zoom of 'stealing' by working only 2 hours daily https://finance.yahoo.com/news/better-com-ceo-accused-hundreds-161831980.html  GOP, businesses slam AOC for doubting existence of smash-and-grab robberies: 'Tone-deaf and offensive' https://www.foxnews.com/politics/ocasio-cortez-smash-and-grabs-doubting-reactions   Right-wing activists are openly 'weaponizing' Twitter's new private media policy https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/03/tech/twitter-image-policy-abuse/index.html    Support this Show! www.Patreon.com/TheDiversityRemix