What's In It For Us?

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What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Dr. Christina Greer Ph.D., welcomes special guest Educator, Teacher, Speaker and Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition, David Johns! This week on the show: We want that old thing back! The Verzuz series has been a much-needed celebration during the pandemic, but now some are criticizing and alleging that what once was a celebration of Black excellence has become nothing more than a platform for noted abusers. We weigh on the controversy! Plus, Georgia is still on the frontlines in the war against Black voter suppression and now the nation’s top lawyer says he plans to sue the state over its racist voting laws. Our guest David Johns breaks down the impact Georgia’s battles could have on the rest of the country and we take a look at the states that are trying to copy/paste Georgia’s harmful laws. Last but not least: an alarming new trend emerging from the pandemic. New research suggests that Black folks are among those suffering from pandemic-related overdoses. What we know about a new study from the CDC and what the findings could mean post-pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Dr. Christina Greer Ph.D., welcomes special guest Educator, Comedian and Founder of The Black Teacher Project, (www.blackteacherproject.org) Dr. Micia Mosely, Ph.D. This week on the show: It’s official! Juneteenth is now a federal holiday, but what are we actually celebrating? Dr. Greer and Dr. Mosely breakdown how the new holiday still misses the mark. Plus, as Pride Month continues we talk about the unique obstacles facing folks who Black and queer and what NFL Defensive End, Carl Nassib, coming out as gay says about the current discourse around queerness in our country. Lastly, a Hollywood hottie finds himself in hot water. We talk why Michael B. Jordan is getting called out for cultural appropriation and how the misstep might actually lead to an important discussion about how we connect across the diaspora. With so much going on, we have to stop and take a minute to ask: What’s In It for us?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Dr. Christina Greer Ph.D., welcomes special guest, Comedian and Writer, Pat Brown. It looks like Hot Girl Summer is about to get even hotter! Rapper Megan Thee Stallion made herself at home on everyone’s timeline last week after racking up more than six million views of her new single, “Thot Sh*t.” We unpack some of the larger messages in the racy new video. Plus, Darnella Frazier, the teenager who captured the murder of George Floyd on camera and launched a summer of global unrest is awarded with an honorary Pulitzer prize. We talk the impact of citizen journalism and the burden of bearing witness to brutality. Finally, all GPAs matter? Two Mississippi high schoolers are named valedictorian and salutatorian only to find out they have to share the honor with two white classmates after complaints from parents pile in. Dr. Greer and our guest, Pat Brown, breakdown how the controversy all went down. With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, “What’s In It For Us?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Dr. Christina Greer, PhD., welcomes special guest, Richard Brookshire, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Black Veterans Project. This week on the show: Pride Month and the Pentagon. The Biden Administration is keeping a Trump-era policy which bans the flying of unofficial flags including LGBTQ flags at U.S. military installations. Our guest, Richard Brookshire, says that while of queer representation is important, there is a larger battle to be had with what currently on display at military stations across the country. Plus, an uproar in Ohio as a U.S. veteran is literally silenced as he tries to share the true history of Memorial Day. We talk the erasure of Black American veterans and the impact of their service. Finally, we take a look at the Black veteran facing criminal charges and up to 25 years in prison for trying to cope with his PTSD. We break down how the U.S. military sometimes fails the very people who risk their lives to secure liberty and justice for all. With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, “What’s In It For Us?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Christina Greer, PhD., welcomes special guest, Boston Globe Associate Editor and Columnist, Renée Graham. This week: the steep price of protecting your peace. We talk tennis superstar Naomi Osaka and the $15,000 fine she was charged for not talking with the press at the French Open after citing the need to protect her mental health. We break down the ongoing uproar around her decision, and the pressure and expectations placed on Black athletes. Plus, who do you call if you can’t trust the police? The nation’s top lawyer, Merrick Garland, hopes to topple the staggering number of hate crimes by urging district attorney’s throughout the country to create coordinator positions to improve communication between local and state authorities. We unpack what the move could mean for the marginalized communities who tend to not report crimes committed against them to the police. Lastly, an interruption in the school-to-prison pipeline? Somerville recently became the second city in Massachusetts to remove policing from schools, but Dr. Greer and Ms. Graham say taking officers out of school is just one of many steps needed to see true, meaningful change. With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, “What’s In It For Us?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Christina Greer, PhD., welcomes special guest, Comedian, Actress and Host of the Friends Like Us Podcast, Marina Franklin. This week marks the one-year anniversary of the death of George Floyd. We reflect on how his death sparked global cries for justice, protests and unrest. Franklin talks about how she tackles Black trauma and inequality on the stage. Also, how do we laugh to keep from crying? Legendary Comedian Paul Mooney definitely showed us the way. The comic passed away recently from a heart attack. We talk his massive impact on comedy and the political power of radical and unyielding honesty and humor. With so much going on we have to stop and ask: What’s In It For Us?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Christina Greer, PhD., welcomes special guest Historian and Author, Leah Wright Rigueur, Ph.D. This week on the show: a troubling new connection between police-custody deaths and sickle cell anemia. A New York Times investigation uncovered the sickle cell trait in 47 cases of Black folks killed in police custody over the past 25 years. Dr. Rigueur and Dr. Greer unpack how this new finding could move us even further away from justice in police-related killings. Plus, is there a plan for solving racial injustice and inequity in America? Dr. Rigueur says history has already provided us with a blueprint and the path to forward is getting an update. And we take a look back on the life and legacy of Kobe Bryant who was just inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame—why Dr. Rigueur says so Black Americans have yet to be able properly mourn the tragic loss of the NBA legend. With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, “What’s In It For Us?” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Christina Greer, PhD., welcomes special guest, Journalist, Photographer and Founder of Black Women Photographers, Polly Irungu. This week, Georgia is on our mind as all eyes on the Peach state and an anti-voting rights bill that has made its way through the state’s legislature. Not to be outdone, Florida, Arizona and Texas have introduced bills which would effectively make it harder for folks to vote and it’s all being done under the guise of eliminating voter fraud. Deep sigh. Georgia’s also making headlines this week as Atlanta Mayor, Keshia Lance Bottoms announces she won’t be seeking reelection even after she raised more than $500,000 during a virtual fundraising event with President Biden back in March. Polly and Dr. Greer talk the grueling pressures that face the mayors of some of the nation's largest cities and what Mayor Bottoms’ announcement means for the politically embattled Georgia as well as the rest of the nation. And finally: bad lighting, where? Our guest, Polly Irungu, talks about her initiative to promote the work of Black women photographers around the globe with her Black Women Photo project. The project took off during the pandemic as a global community of photographers showed up to support the Black women changing how we see the world one image at a time. With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, “What’s In It For Us?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Christina Greer, PhD., welcomes special guest, Political Scientist and University of Washington Professor, Megan M. Francis. PhD. In today’s episode, Dr. Greer and Dr. Francis unpack President Biden’s first congressional speech since taking office in January. The speech also marked the first time in history that two women, Vice President Kamala Harris and Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi, sat behind the podium during a joint address. However, Dr. Francis says while the Biden Administration’s outlook is promising, true progress is made in the streets. Plus, GOP Senator Tim Scott delivered the rebuttal from the right, but it’s not the clapback Republicans hoped it would be. We break down what was missing and why the response fell short. And…Oscars who? Twitter was ablaze after beloved actor Chadwick Boseman was posthumously snubbed for his final performance in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, but should we even be checking for recognition from the institution? With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, “What’s In It For Us?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Christina Greer, PhD., welcomes special guest, Organizer, Scholar and President of Community Change, Dorian Warren. In today’s episode, Dr. Greer and Dorian Warren look back at the legacy and mourn the loss of hip-hop pioneer Shock G, and break down his cultural impact as well as the social and political implications of the alarming trend of Black men dying far too young. Plus, we’re just days away from one of the first major Biden Administration milestones—President Biden’s first 100 days in office. He’s laid out some pretty promising policy, including legislation that could slash child poverty in half, but what does implementing such big plans look like in action and not just on paper? Keeping it political, Caitlyn Jenner has announced plans to run for Governor of California, but given the history of the “Celebrity Candidate,” there’s skepticism of her qualifications and growing concerns around her hiring former members of the Trump team to lead her gubernatorial efforts. With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, “What’s In It For Us?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Christina Greer, PhD, welcomes special guest co-host Gerren Keith Gaynor, Managing Editor at theGrio.In today's episode, Dr. Greer speaks with Gerren about his exclusive interview with California Rep Maxine Waters where she dismissed suggestions that she was inciting violence. “I am nonviolent,” Waters said, adding that attempts to characterize her words and suggest otherwise are nothing more than a political tactic by the GOP. Dr. Greer also reflects on the narrative of media outlets stereotyping her and other Black women as angry and aggressive when advocating for the Black community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Christina Greer, PhD, welcomes special guest co-host and acclaimed Writer/Historian, Professor Tanisha Ford. In today's episode, both Dr. Greer and Dr. Ford celebrate the life of Hip-Hop icon Earl "DMX" Simmons and discuss his battle with substance abuse and the industry's perpetual exploitation of music artists' trauma. Speaking of trauma, 2nd Lt. Caron Nazario, who is Black and Latino, went viral for an unjust police stop ending with the Military Officer face down in a public gas station in tears after being maced. Dr. Greer explains the historic emotional rollercoaster of black army veterans and their treatment in America. Unfortunately, 20-year old Daunte Wright of Minnesota was not as lucky when being stopped by the police. Daunte Wright was killed by a police officer who alleges she was attempting to fire a taser but instead fired a single shot from her firearm. As a result, Wright, a father of a 2-year-old son, died and the city of Minnesota has been in outrage with protests. With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, "What's In It For Us?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s In It For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by Christina Greer, PhD, welcomes special guest co-host Roy Wood Jr. of The Daily Show. In today's episode, both Dr. Greer and Roy Wood Jr. discuss the insidious new election bill that was passed in Georgia that adds a variety of voting restrictions, making casting ballots harder, disproportionately affecting Black Georgians who tend to vote Democratic. As of March 24th, there have been over 104 mass shootings in America in 2021 alone, according to a database compiled by the Gun Violence Archive. The coronavirus lockdowns that transformed life in the U.S. in the months that followed did little to stop mass shootings—611 took place in 2020 overall, the highest number since the Gun Violence Archive started tracking them in 2014. What does this rise in mass shootings mean for American citizens? Why is it easier to get a gun than it is to vote in America today? The Derek Chauvin trial is underway and it has been emotionally triggering for many Americans. Last week, jurors heard from 19 people, including several of those who witnessed George Floyd's death in Minneapolis on May 25th, 2020. Many broke down in tears on the stand as they described their attempts to intervene on Floyd's behalf. Will justice be served or will Black people face disappointment yet again? With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, "What's In It For Us?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Women's History Month! To celebrate, What’s In It For Us Podcast is proud to feature all-women guest hosts for the entire month of March! Joining Dr. Christina Greer this week is the founder of the Been Down Project, Amber Crowder.In today's episode, we recognize the "traumaversery" of the Covid-19 Pandemic. While many of us were on lockdown in our home, Amber Crowder shares her story of how she was locked down in federal prison.Deb Haaland has been sworn in as Secretary of the Interior. With Haaland, the United States has its first Native American leading a cabinet-level agency in the history of this nation! Naturally, she will be the first Native American to look over native affairs."Stop Asian Hate" began trending on social media following a white gunman's bloody attack in a spa in Atlanta. There has been serious discrimination against Asian-Pacific Islanders, primarily due to false narratives and bigoted lies surrounding COVID-19. There are many Black people hesitant to support the "Stop Asian Hate" movement because of the lack of support from the Asian community during the Black Lives Matter protests.With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, "What's In It For Us?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Women's History Month! To celebrate, What’s In It For Us Podcast is proud to feature all-women guest hosts for the entire month of March! Joining Dr. Christina Greer this week is a former educator and recovering lobbyist turned media maven, Danielle Moodie-Mills.In today's episode, black excellence is in full display as both hosts congratulate Beyoncé for becoming the most decorated female Grammy recipient with a total of 28 Grammy Awards tying legendary music producer Quincy Jones. In not-so black excellent news, actress Stacy Dash decided she wanted to make a u-turn on her political and cultural stances. Do we forgive her?Thousands of residents in Jackson, Mississippi are still without running water since the winter storm paralyzed the city in February. Mississippi continues to suffer from a storm-related water crisis, which caused 80 water breaks throughout Jackson. Dr. Greer and Danielle Moodie dive into this environmental issue as well as the migrant crisis at the border. There are now more than 700 unaccompanied children who have been detained by Mexican soldiers or police before they could present themselves to U.S. immigration agents in Reynosa since December. These children are not being handled with care. What can be done about this humanitarian crisis?With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask, "What's In It For Us?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Women's History Month! To celebrate, What’s In It For Us Podcast is proud to feature all-women guest hosts for the entire month of March! Joining Dr. Christina Greer this week is Award-Winning Scholar, Accomplished Author, and Visionary Community Leader Dr. Khalilah L. Brown-Dean. The controversy and conversation around Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's interview with Oprah are taking over every media headline from the U.S to Great Britain. Tune in as Dr. Greer and Khalilah unpack the history of racism in the Royal Family and how colorism contributed to Meghan Markle's unfair treatment in the kingdom. The Derek Chauvin Trial is approaching but why is the media describing it as the George Floyd Trial? Chauvin is the officer who killed George Floyd by kneeling on his neck for 8 minutes and 45 seconds while being recorded by distraught Minneapolis citizens. The city of Minneapolis has been fortified and the national guard is on standby, but why weren't all these precautions in place before the insurrection on January 6th? Another topic to be tackled with urgency within the black community? Jury duty. It is important that black people are being fairly represented in the judicial system.This past Sunday marks the 56th anniversary of “Bloody Sunday,” where more than 500 demonstrators gathered on March 7, 1965 to demand the right to vote and cross Selma’s Edmund Pettus Bridge. They were met by dozens of state troopers and many were severely beaten. This will be the first time ever that this day will be remembered without the late Civil Rights leader John Lewis. With so much going on, we have to stop and take a moment to ask "What's In It For Us?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Women's History Month! To celebrate Women’s History Month, What’s In It For Us Podcast is proud to feature all-female guest hosts for the entire month of March! Joining Dr. Christina Greer this episode is the Executive Director of Community Voices Heard, Afua Atta-Mensah. March has now been designated as Black Women's History Month. To celebrate, the two hosts blazon the social impact of WNBA Athletes and pay tribute to legends such as Althea Gibson, who not only broke race barriers in tennis in the 1950s but also fought for integration in her community. Biden's new stimulus package has been announced. Over 1 Trillion dollars in COVID-relief funding. Is that enough? Will that funding actually trickle down to the communities that need it the most? These are the same communities who children have been out of in-person schooling for nearly a year. Neurologist and parent, Dr. Chad Domangue, says children need to go back to the classroom to fully foster a developing brain. So many children are struggling with virtual learning. Realistically, this burden falls hardest on black mothers. What's the solution? Johnson & Johnson announces their new one-shot COVID vaccine. Where does the black community stand on taking the vaccine? Many are still skeptical. March is indeed a celebration of the beautiful and hard-working black women, but there are still some issues that make us pose the question, "What's In It For Us?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Dear Culture Podcast is teaming up with the What's In It For Us Podcast to bring you our first annual Best & Blackest Award! Tune in to see how our lovely hosts, Dr. Christina Greer, Gerren Keith Gaynor, and Shana Pinnock review and react to last year's most memorable moments in Black history. Joined by Executive Producer and TheGrio Senior Writer, Blue Telusma, as moderator, trust...the fun is just beginning. Check out theGrio's website and social media for the 2020's Best & Blackest Winners Circle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The impeachment has finally concluded, and without surprise, the Republicans could not find a backbone to prosecute the twice impeached former President Donald J. Trump for his role in the riots at the Capitol in Washington, DC. However, there were some interesting names that did not vote in favor of the former president. One of those names? Senator Richard Barr. So many questions were left unanswered. Why were witnesses not called? Why not put Capitol Police Eugene Goodman on the stand? Goodman is the same man that was later awarded the highest congressional honor (Congressional Gold Medal) for leading rioters away from the Senate doors during the insurrection. Why not give him an opportunity to speak on the incidents that took place on January 6th, being that he was actually in the midst of chaos, face to face with the violent mob? Those questions will never be answered, but a positive that did emerge out of this hideous impeachment was Rep. Stacy Plaskett calling out Republicans for their blatant racism. It is still unbelievable that a riot sparked by Donald Trump-a rally for white supremacy-actually took place at the United States Capitol. What is not surprising is the mayhem happening in the St. Louis jail. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every stitch of this country including the correctional facilities. Prisoners throughout this unprecedented pandemic have experienced blatant human rights violations. The recent riot in St. Louis is a direct result of those violated rights. Speaking of COVID, are we dining inside restaurants with a new strain on the virus running loose? From the impeachment to healthy and safe eating venues, the real question is "What’s in it for Us?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Joe Biden just announced his new environmental platform, but the more important question is "How does that affect our community?" Join our hosts Dr. Christina Greer and special guest Ibrahim Abdul-Matin as they unearth environmental racism in America. To have environmental justice you must first recognize environmental racism, a term coined by the black church in North Carolina observing that most polluting facilities were located next to Black neighborhoods. With Biden's Green New Deal, professionals will now fill the seats that were made vacant by the Trump administration. This new environmental plan can potentially force big companies to clean up the waste that is directly impacting Black neighborhoods while also creating job opportunities in the future. Meanwhile, Trump's impeachment trial has everyone skeptical. Even though the house and senate are controlled by the Democrats. It seems very unlikely that 17 republicans will vote yes to prosecuting Donald Trump. With the senate appearing to be useless the fate of Donald Trump's impeachment is still unknown. While Biden is attempting to create a greener future, Trump's trial is resting in the hand of the senate. The most important question of it all is What’s in it for US” ?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Black history month, and this year we have so many historical moments for us happening right now. Join co-hosts Dr. Christina Greer and special guest co-host Dr. Niambi Carter from Howard University as they talk about the legacy of Black political leaders in the past who didn’t get enough shine, as well as the one's today who are making international history, hint, congratulations Stacey Abrams on her Noble Peace Prize nomination. As we bask in the glory of Black achievement, there are still some questions at hand like, when will Marjorie Taylor Green get removed or at least reprimanded for all her terrorizing ways; what's going on with the former president's impeachment; what will Mike Pence do now that he has nowhere to go and the biggest question if it all: “What's In It For Us?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Joe Biden has been the 46th US president for less than a week, and people are already saying he’s behind on his promises; critics and supporters alike are asking, “You already know your way around the building, don’t you, Joe?” Join our hosts Dr. Christina Greer and Dr. Jason Johnson as they breakdown the many reasons why black people shouldn’t be surprised when they receive harsher punishment for committing the same crimes as their white counterparts; this has proven to be true for government officials and black proud boys alike unless you are these Southern rappers. More on government and crimes, can we fire the leadership of the United States Postal Service for their involvement in the election already? And, while Biden finds his footing, Nancy Pelosi gets her second shot at impeaching Trump, and congress keeps forgetting the true harm of the Jan. 6th insurgency, we are all left trying to answer the important question “What’s In It For Us?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day is a holiday where we reflect on Dr. King's legacy and the positive impact on all of us, But there are a few groups who should just keep his name out of their mouth... and tweets for that matter. Join our hosts Dr. Christina Greer and Dr, Jason Johnson as they talk about COVID-19‘s effect on the legacy of Kobe Bryant, dig into an interesting compare and contrast between the Black Lives Matter protest from last Summer to the white supremacist's storm on the Capitol, the FBI's warning about the violence that could be coming to your state, the Covid vaccine rollout has been a logistical nightmare, it's being trashed after all. Meanwhile, Biden has a plan for the vaccine that takes us back to the drawing board, We hope his team understands that articulating the benefits are just as important as figuring out the how, when, and where they will disperse the vaccine. With the inauguration a few moments away we question if we are finally approaching a new era in America, we can certainly question, “What’s In It For Us”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While more than eight out of 10 Asian Americans indicated they would get a COVID-19 vaccine if one were available today, and just over six out of 10 white and Hispanic adults indicated they would get vaccinated, just over 4 out of 10 African Americans said they would get the vaccine. African Americans' skepticism towards a vaccine that is not yet approved by the FDA is well understood. But do we have time to wait and see how it goes? Join our hosts, Dr. Christina Greer and Dr. Jason Johnson, as they talk with special guest Florencia Greer Polite a Medical Doctor about why it was important to her to take the vaccine and why she feels like you should too. It’s time to separate fact from fiction about the cost-benefit of the vaccine. Of course, there is time to talk about the far left insurgency assault on the capitol and how America now knows what black people always have. With millions of lives at balance, it’s time to find out “What’s in it for US”?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By the hands of a black woman-- Stacey Abrams has delivered the final failure of Trump’s long list of faux pas, ushering in the first black Senator of Georgia Rev. Raphael Warnock . Abrams' efforts prove that when you give the people someone worth showing up for, they will do just that. With all that she's done, has it been enough to secure her the Georgia governorship she was cheated out of in 2018? Join our hosts Dr. Christina Greer and Dr. Jason Johnson as they chime in for this special edition episode to talk about the things that just can’t wait, like the unrighteous violent wrath of the rioters who attacked the Capitol, can’t blame Biden for this one. This last week has brought us news that range from inspirational to outright ludicrous, making us all wonder what’s next for democrats, the GOP, and President-elect Joe Biden? It's clear that there is a two-fold uprising happening in America right now, but let’s be honest, what we really want to know is “ What’s in it for US?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a year full of devastating loss, NYC’s beloved Mayor David Dinkins joins the list of African American patriots we will truly miss. But what’s up with mainstream media’s inability to eulogize historic Black people sans implicit racism? Join our hosts Dr. Christina Greer and Dr. Jason Johnson as they unpack the uncanny similarities between the current civil rights movement to that of the 1950’s and 60’s, the common thread between immigration, civil rights, voting rights acts, unprocessed trauma of being “Black in the Ivory,” the surprising things the COVID-19 pandemic exposed us all to, and more! Get your answers to what 2020 has meant politically and find out, “What’s in it for US?””See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a year full of devastating loss, NYC’s beloved Mayor David Dinkins joins the list of African American patriots we will truly miss. But what’s up with mainstream media’s inability to eulogize historic Black people sans implicit racism? Join our hosts Dr. Christina Greer and Dr. Jason Johnson as they unpack the uncanny similarities between the current civil rights movement to that of the 1950’s and 60’s, the common thread between immigration, civil rights, voting rights acts, unprocessed trauma of being “Black in the Ivory,” the surprising things the COVID-19 pandemic exposed us all to, and more! Get your answers to what 2020 has meant politically and find out, “What’s in it for US?””See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COVID-19 has been a waking nightmare, impacting 12 million black families; reports reveal that 1 in 800 confirmed cases result in death for black people, yet, many African Americans are still reluctant to get the vaccine largely because we have no faith in the goodwill of our own government. Can you say trust issues? Jump into the conversation between our hosts Dr. Christina Greer and Dr. Jason Johnson, as they caution against letting our guard down until the full expiration of Donald Trump's presidency paying special attention to his relationship with Russian leaders and his coup d'etat tactics. As we usher Biden and the people he is appointing to office, could it be that he is picking all the right people but placing them in the wrong positions? So many transitions, let's find out "What’s in it for US?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The electoral college has spoken, Joe Biden is officially the new president of the U.S. In response to the defeat, Donald J. Trump’s “stand by guys”, The Proud Boys are terrorizing the streets of DC without consequence, Are they actually the terrorist folks claimed Black Lives Matter to be? Thinking on consequences, can we decide to dismantle the electoral college? Rules made in 1787 may no longer apply. Jump into the conversation between hosts Dr. Christina Greer and Jason John as they go head to head over the new Covid-19 vaccine mutating into a black thing. With a nation in the hot seat this week, the most important question is, “What’s in it for US?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S needs radical change, but do you really think Joe Biden's cabinet selection can do the job? Join hosts Dr. Christina Greer and Jason John as they candidly chew over hot topics: The significance of a moderator's experience during the GA debate, How the Covid-19 pandemic and protests are making local mayors' job harder than the guy who sits in the oval office, and so much more. today's episode is thought-provoking, but the real question to be answered is, "what's in it for us?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Christina Greer & Jason John dig into Attorney General William Barr and his execution spree. Also, Donald Trump, who is an AVATAR of emasculated white men for refusing to concede . The duo also laid out exactly what is at stake with Biden's nominees for cabinet positions and who decides who's right or left.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Premiering What’s In it For Us, theGrio’s weekly political podcast hosted by PhD experts and comedic duo, Christina Greer & Jason Johnson. From breaking down political polices to figuring out where Kamala get her hair done in D.C. Tune every Wednesday, as we make sense of our political and cultural climate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.