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President of the Institute of the Black World 21st Century and distinguished lecturer at York College City University of New York, tells us what he sees as the state of emergency without urgency in Black America. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Khaleef 'the reparationist" Alexander is a Philly native who worked on the campaign to make Juneteenth a national holiday. He is a member of Concerned Black America Citizens, Inc and is currently lobbying for a Philadelphia City Freedmen's Bureau.https://www.gofundme.com/f/NewHayti-FayettevilleCommunityOffice https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

Saharah Ali kicks off the hour with Mindful Monday centering the full moon/worm moon/lunar eclipse and the call to pick up our power and embrace divine wisdom. Later in the hour Dominique opens the phone lines and unboxes the deliciousness of the NAACP Awards as a palate cleanser after the BAFTA debacle and the impact of the Actor Awards choosing to honor Michael B. Jordan and Sinners alongside other national and international topics.https://saharahali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/

First Half: In the first half of the episode, we discuss the impact of the Raegan administration on Black Americans and explain the harms that are still being felt today.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=searchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ronald Reagan’s Impact on Black America / DEI Helped White Women More Than Other Groups- listen for more on today's podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sheryll Cashin, former law clerk to U.S. Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and professor of law, civil rights and social justice at Georgetown University, reviews key existential Supreme Court cases for Black America and the impact of the Roberts Court on democracy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

In this transformative episode, Inside the Vault with Ash Cash sits down with Imam Rashad Abdul, a scholar of Quranic Arabic, comparative religion, and Black liberation theology, to explore one of the most important conversations in the Black community today: the relationship between Christianity, Islam, identity, and economic empowerment.Imam Rashad breaks down:– Why 20–40% of enslaved West Africans were Muslim – The real link between Christianity, Islam, and Black liberation – What the Quran actually says about Jews and Christians – Why Jesus was never worshiped as God in early Christianity – How both faiths can unite to transform the Black community – The economic blueprint inside scripture — wealth, stewardship, and power – Why miseducation keeps Black people divided spiritually and financially – How Islam in America evolved from the Nation of Islam to modern Sunni practice – Identity, trauma, and the psychology of choosing faith – What new Muslims must know when embracing IslamThis episode isn't about debate. It's about truth, unity, and empowerment for a people who share the same history, the same struggle, and the same need for collective elevation.Follow Imam Rashad Abdul: @rashadabdul_ Follow Inside the Vault: @InsideTheVault Follow Ash Cash: @IAmAshCash⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — The statement that shook the room: “Jesus never said ‘I am God.'” 00:22 — Why 20–40% of enslaved Africans were Muslim 00:54 — Islam as a liberating message for Black America 01:21 — Judaism, Christianity & Islam: shared historical roots 01:55 — Religion, control & why faith became political 02:14 — Inside the Vault introduction 02:29 — Who is Imam Rashad Abdul? 03:04 — Why this conversation matters for Black unity 03:42 — Christianity, Islam & money: the foundation of America 04:07 — The first controversial question about Jesus' divinity 05:28 — Why Black Christians & Black Muslims share the same history 06:18 — Fatherhood, trauma & psychological patterns in our community 07:54 — Slavery's impact on Black religious identity 09:12 — Early Black Christian interpretations vs European Christianity 10:58 — Why many African Americans choose Islam today 12:48 — How West African Islamic culture shaped Black America 13:23 — How Islam entered America through the Nation of Islam 14:47 — Malcolm X, Elijah Muhammad & Black liberation theology 16:33 — Christianity used as psychological control during slavery 17:08 — “We are one people” — unity over division 18:04 — Why Muslims cannot disconnect from their community 19:08 — What the Quran actually says about Jews & Christians 21:10 — The Trinity vs the Quranic concept of God 22:56 — How Greek philosophy influenced the New Testament 24:50 — Cultural context & how theology evolved after Jesus 25:54 — Islam's teachings on money, wealth & stewardship 27:38 — Wealth as responsibility, not greed 29:20 — Adam's story & human potential 31:05 — Joseph & economic intelligence in scripture 33:22 — Zakat: purifying wealth and uplifting the poor 35:10 — Is wealth spiritually dangerous? 36:42 — Religion, poverty & controlling the masses 38:01 — How Prophet Muhammad modeled entrepreneurship 39:18 — Independence vs dependency in the Black community 40:51 — Why the Black Muslim economic model is powerful 42:31 — Cultural confusion vs true Islam 43:56 — Identity issues among Black Muslims 45:14 — The “Arabization” challenge in U.S. Islam 47:09 — Isolation of new Muslims & lack of mentorship 49:05 — The psychological legacy of “white Jesus” 50:18 — How Islam & Christianity overlap more than people realize 52:42 — Misunderstanding theology keeps us divided 54:56 — Why both faiths must unite economically 56:21 — The Jewish wealth blueprint & economic discipline 58:44 — Competing ideologies & ego in leadership 1:00:38 — Why Islamic growth threatens some leaders 1:02:45 — What the Black community is missing economically 1:04:11 — How Muslims & Christians can build together 1:05:43 — The future of Black religious leadership 1:08:22 — What new Muslims must know 1:10:04 — Taking shahada: what happens next 1:12:00 — Islam as a lifelong journey of growth 1:13:10 — Final wisdom from Imam Rashad 1:14:44 — Follow Imam Rashad & get his book 1:15:30 — Closing the VaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's Black History Month - so we're reminding listeners that might have gone to a school that buried and erased Black history that Elvis and Bill Haley did not, in fact, invent rock and roll music

The Rev. Jesse Jackson's story in Chicago begins in the 1960s when he moved to the city to study at the Chicago Theological Seminary. Not long after his move, he met Martin Luther King Jr. and asked him for a job at the Chicago chapter of Southern Christian Leadership Conference's Operation Breadbasket. Since then, Rev. Jesse Jackson became a symbol for the Civil Rights Movement, Black politics and Black America. Rev. Jackson died on Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the age of 84. In the Loop looks back at the life and impact of the Rev. Jesse Jackson on civil rights, politics, the nation and Chicago with Rev. Otis Moss III, senior pastor, Trinity United Church of Christ and Natalie Moore, senior lecturer, Northwestern Medill School and Chicago Sun-Times columnist. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

Over the course of Jeffrey Bowman's career, his work has impacted brands like Pepsi, P&G, Unilever, Dell Technologies, Verizon,  Wyndham, United, British Airways, Restaurant Associates,  Prudential, MetLife, Gap, Sears, IKEA, Whirlpool, Delta Faucet,  Behr Paint, Unilever, Planned Parenthood, Estee Lauder and  CoverGirl to name a few. Bowman is an industry thought leader, two-time award-winning Wiley published author,  Campaign US 40 Over 40, pocstock 2025 Top 50 Future of Black America and recipient of the David Ogilvy Beacon Award. Prior to starting Reframe Consulting Services in 2015, Bowman was a senior partner, managing director at Ogilvy, where he disrupted the $1T industry by starting the first cultural agency while pioneering a change operating system - The Total Market Approach that helped leaders accelerate growth that reflected the total addressable audience.

Leaders, it's time to articulate a vision for black Americans, here at the end of the Fourth Turning. ---Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!---Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Join us for a compelling conversation with award-winning journalist and bestselling writer Wil Haygood (author of The Butler) as he discusses his latest book, The War Within a War: The Black Struggle in Vietnam and at Home (out February 10, 2026). Haygood reframes the Vietnam War not simply as a foreign conflict, but as a crucible in which the fight for civil rights followed Black Americans from the streets of the United States into the jungles of Southeast Asia. Drawing on deep research and vivid personal stories, he traces the lives of Black soldiers, airmen, doctors, nurses, journalists, and activists who fought simultaneously against enemy forces abroad and systemic racism at home. In The War Within a War, readers encounter figures both famous and obscure: from an Air Force pilot POW and a frontline surgeon to Marvin Gaye and Martin Luther King, Jr. The goal is to illuminate how this dual struggle reshaped both the war and the American conscience. This book goes beyond military history to explore how race and war intersected in ways that still echo in American life. Haygood's narrative brings urgency and humanity to a chapter of the Vietnam era that reshapes our understanding of service, sacrifice, and the unfinished fight for equality. Join us to hear from one of America's most insightful chroniclers of Black experience and national history, and to engage with the stories that still reverberate a half-century later. We're grateful to UPMC for Life  for sponsoring this event!

In XYBM 150, we sit down with Governor Wes Moore, the 63rd Governor of Maryland and the state's first Black governor. Moore discusses a range of topics from his commitment to building stronger communities and reducing violent crime, to the vital need for supportive policies for Black men and boys. The conversation also delves into the importance of mental health, inherited trauma, and the misunderstood necessity of focusing on men's well-being. Moore reflects on how Maryland's initiatives are setting national benchmarks and highlights the importance of coalition-building and community involvement.    Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!  BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS:————————————Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company.Take the first step by filling out the form on our website: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-dealsHOW TO FIND A DOPE, BLACK THERAPIST: ————————————We are teaching a FREE webinar on how to find a dope, Black therapist – sign up for the next session here: https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/black-therapistAll webinar attendees will have the opportunity to be paired with a Black mental health professional in Safe Haven. We have had 5K+ people sign up for this webinar in the past. Don't miss out. Slots are limited. SAFE HAVEN:————————————Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don't have to heal alone.Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-haven SUPPORT THE PLATFORM: ————————————Safe Haven: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-havenMonthly Donation: https://buy.stripe.com/eVa5o0fhw1q3guYaEE Merchandise: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.com FOLLOW US:————————————TikTok: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.tiktok.com/@expressyourselfblackman) Instagram:Host: @expressyourselfblackman(https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfblackman)Guest: @GovWesMoore (https://www.instagram.com/govwesmoore)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpressYourselfBlackManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/expressyourselfblackman

Send us a textIn this powerful episode of the Concrete Genius Podcast, Sauce Mackenzie breaks down culture, credit, and respect—and why Black Americans must stop outsourcing their identity, voice, and leadership.From celebrity politics and cultural imitation to hip-hop, reparations, immigration, and the protection of Black women and children, this conversation challenges emotional thinking and calls for strategic unity. Sauce speaks honestly about lived Black American experience, why not all struggles are interchangeable, and why respect for our history, contributions, and trauma matters.The episode also dives into:• Who benefits from Black culture—and who gets erased• Why entertainers protect their interests, not the community• The loss of militancy in hip-hop and political voice• Reparations, voting power, and economic unity• Domestic violence, emotional manipulation, and protecting our youth• Masculinity, boundaries, and accountability in public spacesThis is not anti-immigrant. This is pro-Black American, pro-self-respect, and pro-future.

Where to find Vince:Youtube: @thevinceeverettellisonshow Website: https://www.vincespeakstruth.com Where to find April:Youtube: @UnshakableWithApril Website: https://www.unshakablewithapril.com ABOUT CROSSPOLITIC CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. Become a CrossPolitic Club MemberSupport the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share!Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Join Us at Our Next National ConferenceSign up for Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars and lock in Early Bird pricing. https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found.

Where to find Vince:Youtube: @thevinceeverettellisonshow Website: https://www.vincespeakstruth.com Where to find April:Youtube: @UnshakableWithApril Website: https://www.unshakablewithapril.com ABOUT CROSSPOLITIC CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. Become a CrossPolitic Club MemberSupport the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share!Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Join Us at Our Next National ConferenceSign up for Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars and lock in Early Bird pricing. https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found.

Where to find Vince:Youtube: @thevinceeverettellisonshow Website: https://www.vincespeakstruth.com Where to find April:Youtube: @UnshakableWithApril Website: https://www.unshakablewithapril.com ABOUT CROSSPOLITIC CrossPolitic exists to put Jesus over Politics and reclaim the public square through bold, joyful, biblically grounded media. We confront the chaos discipling America and build the next generation of Christian media infrastructure. Our mission is simple: all of Christ for all of media for all of America. Mainstream media is collapsing. Eighty-seven percent of journalists identify as progressive, and even many conservative outlets prioritize profit over principle. Meanwhile, billions of hours of digital content are discipling the world every day. CrossPolitic stands in that gap, producing courageous, entertaining, truth-filled media for households, churches, and leaders across the nation. Become a CrossPolitic Club MemberSupport the mission and unlock exclusive content, behind-the-scenes shows, and theology series. https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/menu/checkout Subscribe & Share!Every like, comment, and share helps push Christian media back into the algorithm where it belongs. Join Us at Our Next National ConferenceSign up for Fight Laugh Feast 2026: Holy Wars and lock in Early Bird pricing. https://tickets.flfnetwork.com/holy-wars-conference Follow CrossPolitic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROSSPOLITIC X: https://x.com/CrossPolitic Facebook: https://facebook.com/crosspolitic Instagram: https://instagram.com/crosspolitic Join our Email List: https://crosspolitic.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NRBTV, DirecTV, Dish, and everywhere podcasts are found.

They used to be the N.F.L.'s biggest stars, with paychecks to match. Now their salaries are near the bottom, and their careers are shorter than ever. In this updated episode from 2025, we speak with an analytics guru, an agent, an economist, and some former running backs to understand why. SOURCES:Brian Burke, sports data scientist at ESPN.Roland Fryer, professor of economics at Harvard University.LeSean McCoy, former running back in the N.F.L., co-host for Fox's daily studio show, "The Facility."Robert Smith, former running back for the Minnesota Vikings, N.F.L. analyst.Robert Turbin, former running back, N.F.L. analyst for CBS Sports HQ, college football announcer.Jeffery Whitney, founder and president at The Sports & Entertainment Group. RESOURCES:"The Economics of Running Backs," by Roland Fryer (Wall Street Journal, 2024).Confessions of a Hero-Worshiper, by Stephen Dubner (2007).The Rest of the Iceberg: An Insider's View on the World of Sports and Celebrity, by Robert Smith (2004). EXTRAS:"Roland Fryer Refuses to Lie to Black America," by Freakonomics Radio (2022)."Why Does the Most Monotonous Job in the World Pay $1 Million?" by Freakonomics Radio (2022). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chicago Black History Month You cannot tell the history of Chicago without telling the history of Black Chicago. And you cannot tell the history of the United States without the history of Black America.In our first episode back, we dive deep into the origins of Black History Month—long before it was officially recognized—and into the people who fought to ensure Black history was preserved, taught, and honored.Sourceshttps://asalh.org/carter-g-woodson-timeline/https://www.civilandhumanrights.org/the-history-of-black-history-month/https://www.jstor.org/journal/jnegrohistory https://www.wttw.com/playlist/2020/02/13/vivian-harshhttps://naacp.org/https://www.loc.gov/Send us a textSupport the showAlso, catch Dario on the new season of Netflix's "High On the Hog" here!!If you have anything you'd like us to talk about on the podcast, food or history, please email us at ⁠media@77flavorschi.com⁠ WATCH US ON YOUTUBE ⁠HERE⁠! Visit our website ⁠https://www.77flavorschi.com⁠ Follow us on IG: 77 Flavors of Chicago ⁠@77flavorschi⁠ Dario ⁠dariodurhamphoto Sara @sarafaddah

A recent report by the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies indicates that Black America is already facing a recession, characterized by significant job losses and declines in housing, broadband access, federal employment, and artificial intelligence policy. The 2025 economic downturn has had a disproportionate impact on Black Americans, underscoring systemic inequities. NNPA Senior National Correspondent Stacy Brown joins the Rhythm & News Podcast to share more on this study. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

KMOX Alum Charlie Brennan joins Chris and Amy in studio. He's signed-on to pen a new monthly column for the St Louis Business Journal. The group discusses Brennan's efforts to highlight the impact of Black Americans in St Louis. Charlie also shares his story of a visit to Japan where there are orange flags that people walking across the street can wave to alert drivers.

In almost every conversation about healthcare, we hear the term, “provider.” Typically, we assume a healthcare provider is a doctor. But, if you look at insurance company definitions of health care providers, the term includes almost every branch of medical care - therapists, podiatrists, imaging centers, home-health agencies, hospice, the list goes on. Ironically, the one person not on any official list of healthcare providers is “you.” A local wellness entrepreneur is changing that. Kwame Terra is Founder and CEO of bEHR Health Systems. The company’s principal product is an app directed specifically at Black Americans. The app doesn’t replace professional healthcare providers, but it aims to put the user front and center in directing their own health outcomes. The app store summary says, “At bEHR, we aspire to create a healthcare resource free from the shackles of racism that infect our current system and seamlessly integrate health into Black culture. This isn't just a health app for tracking and enhancing well-being; it signifies the initiation of our enduring commitment to stand as Black America’s health partner for life.” With roughly 14% of Americans – 48 million people - identifying as Black, and a 2024 Pew Research finding that 51% of Black Americans say they believe the U.S. health-care system was designed to “hold Black people back a great deal or a fair amount,” there would appear to be a ready market for this product. When it comes to the traditional provision of healthcare, the consistently best-regarded group and most trusted providers of medical care, are nurses. Patients and doctors alike typically regard nurses as critical to patient safety and care. There’s also a critical shortage of nurses. According to a recent report from the Louisiana Board of Regents, the state is projected to face a shortage of roughly 6,000 registered nurses by 2030. That’s about 40% short of the workforce needed, if nothing changes. One local institution that’s working to change that outcome is The University of Holy Cross, on the Westbank. Among its other courses, UHC has a dedicated Department of Nursing. RegisteredNursing.org – a nationwide organization of registered nurses – has rated UHC as the best nursing school in Louisiana. And UHC’s nursing department is one of the principal focuses of the school’s President, Dr. Stanton McNeely. If we did a simultaneous scan of every news-talk radio station and every TV news channel right now, it’s pretty likely we’re not the only people talking about healthcare. But it’s very likely we’re the only people talking about a Catholic-college-driven solution to the nursing shortage, and an African-American-focused entrepreneurial venture aimed at sidestepping healthcare racism. Even in something as ubiquitous as the healthcare debate, New Orleans manages to be, well, New Orleans. Out to Lunch was recorded live over lunch at Columns in Uptown New Orleans. You can find photos from this show by Jill Lafleur at itsneworleans.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's start with a sentence that makes Leftists reach for the smelling salts: there is widespread racism against White people in America, and it didn't stay neatly contained. Like a government program that started as a pilot and became permanent, that racism metastasized into ideology. And that ideology didn't just target Whites. It flattened Black ambition.That's the part the Left never wants to talk about.They sell this story as compassion. As justice. As historical repair. But what they actually built was a system that punished excellence, reframed merit as oppression, and taught Black Americans that striving was a betrayal.That wasn't accidental. That was strategic.When Black America Didn't Ask for PermissionThere was a time when Black Americans didn't ask for accommodation. We asked for a stopwatch.You told us we couldn't do something, and we treated it like a dare. You said only White men could dominate a field, and Black America replied, “Hold my Colt 45.”Jack Johnson didn't become heavyweight champion because someone checked a diversity box. He didn't win a title reserved for Black fighters. He became the heavyweight champion, full stop. He didn't climb a separate mountain. He climbed the only one that mattered and planted his flag right in the snow...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christopher Sebastian Parker, author, professor and founder of BlackInsight Research, and Terrance Woodbury, founder, partner and CEO of HIT Strategies, share their insights on Trump's first-year performance and the latest public opinion research on how Black America is faring under the polarizing administration. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Dr. King died for his commitment to radically transforming our country. With today's brazen piracy by the billionaires and Black America under permanent siege, King's goals have never been more timely. Cutting-edge truth-tellers Aaron Good and Bryce Greene join us to hash it out - and see what real reparations could look like.SHOW NOTESAaron Good and Bryce Green links:Aaron's book American Exception: Empire and the Deep StateAaron's American Exception podcastBryce's Substack newsletter"After The Uprising": podcast about mysterious deaths of Black Ferguson activistsMore from Martin Luther King:Dr. King Making The Case For ReparationsDr. King's Poor People's CampaignSelected quotes:“We are now faced with the fact that tomorrow is today. We are confronted with the fierce urgency of now. In this unfolding conundrum of life and history, there ‘is' such a thing as being too late. This is no time for apathy or complacency. This is a time for vigorous and positive action.”“As my sufferings mounted, I soon realized that there were two ways in which I could respond to my situation — either to react with bitterness or seek to transform the suffering into a creative force. I decided to follow the latter course.”“We must learn that passively to accept an unjust system is to cooperate with that system, and thereby to become a participant in its evil.”Books by William Pepper on the King assassination: Orders to Kill (1998)An Act of State (2003) The Plot To Kill King (2018)HIGHLIGHTS OF EPISODE[8:43] Significance of King assassination today[11:20] Connection between the assassination and case for reparations[16:28] Lawsuit by King Family finding government plot to kill King[22:52] King assassination as government subversion of democracy[31:25] Role of media in deep government crimes[42:51] Structural transformation needed for real reparationsContact Tony & AdamSubscribe

The promise of Reconstruction sparked a transformative era in American history as free and newly emancipated Black Americans sought to redefine their place in a nation still grappling with the legacy of slavery. Often remembered as a period of failed progressive change that gave way to Jim Crow and second-class citizenship, Reconstruction's tragic narrative has long overshadowed the resilience and agency of African Americans during this time.Requiem for Reconstruction (University of North Carolina Press, 2025) chronicles Reconstruction's legacy by focusing on key Black figures such as South Carolina congressman Robert Smalls, Judge William Whipper, writer Frances Rollin, and others who shaped postbellum Black America. Robert D. Bland traces the impact of the Reconstruction generation—Black Americans born between 1840 and 1870 who saw Reconstruction as a defining political movement and worked to preserve its legacy by establishing a new set of historical practices such as formulating new archives, shaping local community counternarratives, using the Black press to inform national audiences about Southern Republican politics, and developing a framework to interpret the recent past's connection to their present world. Set in South Carolina's Lowcountry—a hub of Black freedom, landownership, and activism—this book shows how late nineteenth-century Black leaders, educators, and journalists built a powerful countermemory of Reconstruction, defying the dominant white narrative that sought to erase their contributions. Find Professor Bland at his website, and on Threads, BlueSky, and X. Host Sullivan Summer is at her website, Instagram, and on Substack where she and Professor Bland continued their conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

The promise of Reconstruction sparked a transformative era in American history as free and newly emancipated Black Americans sought to redefine their place in a nation still grappling with the legacy of slavery. Often remembered as a period of failed progressive change that gave way to Jim Crow and second-class citizenship, Reconstruction's tragic narrative has long overshadowed the resilience and agency of African Americans during this time.Requiem for Reconstruction (University of North Carolina Press, 2025) chronicles Reconstruction's legacy by focusing on key Black figures such as South Carolina congressman Robert Smalls, Judge William Whipper, writer Frances Rollin, and others who shaped postbellum Black America. Robert D. Bland traces the impact of the Reconstruction generation—Black Americans born between 1840 and 1870 who saw Reconstruction as a defining political movement and worked to preserve its legacy by establishing a new set of historical practices such as formulating new archives, shaping local community counternarratives, using the Black press to inform national audiences about Southern Republican politics, and developing a framework to interpret the recent past's connection to their present world. Set in South Carolina's Lowcountry—a hub of Black freedom, landownership, and activism—this book shows how late nineteenth-century Black leaders, educators, and journalists built a powerful countermemory of Reconstruction, defying the dominant white narrative that sought to erase their contributions. Find Professor Bland at his website, and on Threads, BlueSky, and X. Host Sullivan Summer is at her website, Instagram, and on Substack where she and Professor Bland continued their conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

For the MiniPod this week, our hosts respond to one of your questions: what would America look like if Obama was never president? Policies aside–Obama was such a powerful symbol for Black America. His presidency also inspired a powerful backlash. Our hosts discuss the legacy of Obama and the symbolism of Obama as they ask: was it worth it? Join our hosts, Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Bakari Sellers. If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The promise of Reconstruction sparked a transformative era in American history as free and newly emancipated Black Americans sought to redefine their place in a nation still grappling with the legacy of slavery. Often remembered as a period of failed progressive change that gave way to Jim Crow and second-class citizenship, Reconstruction's tragic narrative has long overshadowed the resilience and agency of African Americans during this time.Requiem for Reconstruction (University of North Carolina Press, 2025) chronicles Reconstruction's legacy by focusing on key Black figures such as South Carolina congressman Robert Smalls, Judge William Whipper, writer Frances Rollin, and others who shaped postbellum Black America. Robert D. Bland traces the impact of the Reconstruction generation—Black Americans born between 1840 and 1870 who saw Reconstruction as a defining political movement and worked to preserve its legacy by establishing a new set of historical practices such as formulating new archives, shaping local community counternarratives, using the Black press to inform national audiences about Southern Republican politics, and developing a framework to interpret the recent past's connection to their present world. Set in South Carolina's Lowcountry—a hub of Black freedom, landownership, and activism—this book shows how late nineteenth-century Black leaders, educators, and journalists built a powerful countermemory of Reconstruction, defying the dominant white narrative that sought to erase their contributions. Find Professor Bland at his website, and on Threads, BlueSky, and X. Host Sullivan Summer is at her website, Instagram, and on Substack where she and Professor Bland continued their conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

The promise of Reconstruction sparked a transformative era in American history as free and newly emancipated Black Americans sought to redefine their place in a nation still grappling with the legacy of slavery. Often remembered as a period of failed progressive change that gave way to Jim Crow and second-class citizenship, Reconstruction's tragic narrative has long overshadowed the resilience and agency of African Americans during this time.Requiem for Reconstruction (University of North Carolina Press, 2025) chronicles Reconstruction's legacy by focusing on key Black figures such as South Carolina congressman Robert Smalls, Judge William Whipper, writer Frances Rollin, and others who shaped postbellum Black America. Robert D. Bland traces the impact of the Reconstruction generation—Black Americans born between 1840 and 1870 who saw Reconstruction as a defining political movement and worked to preserve its legacy by establishing a new set of historical practices such as formulating new archives, shaping local community counternarratives, using the Black press to inform national audiences about Southern Republican politics, and developing a framework to interpret the recent past's connection to their present world. Set in South Carolina's Lowcountry—a hub of Black freedom, landownership, and activism—this book shows how late nineteenth-century Black leaders, educators, and journalists built a powerful countermemory of Reconstruction, defying the dominant white narrative that sought to erase their contributions. Find Professor Bland at his website, and on Threads, BlueSky, and X. Host Sullivan Summer is at her website, Instagram, and on Substack where she and Professor Bland continued their conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

“Time for an Awakening” for Sunday 01/04/2026 at 6:00 PM (EST) guest was Activist, Agriculturalist, Calvin Daniels. From repatriating to Ghana from the U.S. over four years ago, to becoming a successful agriculturalist in the motherland, establishing SHAI HILLS SNAILS AND AGRICULTURE FARM LTD, our guest shared his journey with the listeners and how it has changed his life. In the second part of the program, “Open Forum Sunday Edition.”, is there any relationship between the Monroe Doctrine and Black America? Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, in open forum conversations on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

President Donald Trump's comeback brought sweeping policy changes that hit Black Americans especially hard — from student loan costs and health care cuts to immigration crackdowns and DEI rollbacks. This episode breaks down what changed, who was affected and what could come next. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of A Pod Named Kickback, No Brakes Nu and the squad dive into mental calibration — the connection between what you think, what you say, and what you do… and how aligning those three shapes who you're becoming. We break down real-life conversations around growth, discipline, and moving like your future self.We also talk Dave Chappelle and the outrage over his Saudi Arabia comments, separating facts from emotional overreactions. Jacq (J-A-C-Q — spell it right

The Bigger Picture Also -On this week's Not All Hood Weekly Drop, Candace Kelley sits down with Dr. Dabenga (American University), author of Lies About Black People, to unpack rising fears around dual citizenship, naturalization, and denaturalization. They discuss claims circulating about policies that could pressure dual citizens to “choose” a nationality, and what that would mean for millions of Black and Brown people, especially families with older relatives and inconsistent historical records. Dr. Dabenga argues this moment fits a broader pattern of escalating enforcement—moving from border messaging to interior targeting—raising concerns about ICE encounters, documentation demands, and “lawless” enforcement behavior. Candace and Dr. Dabenga also break down practical protection steps: don't go anywhere with unidentified agents, ask bystanders to record everything, understand what kinds of warrants are required, and build a family plan for emergencies. They also broaden the conversation to diaspora identity—why people pursue dual citizenship for safety, opportunity, and connection—and how media narratives can shape misunderstandings between African Americans and Africans. This is an urgent, real-world conversation about immigration enforcement, civil rights, due process, and community preparedness—with history, context, and tools you can actually use. Across Netflix, iHeartRadio, Warner Bros., and Paramount, the signal is clear: Media is consolidating quietly, not loudly. Partnerships are the new acquisitions, and acquisitions are increasingly about IP, audience, and infrastructure—not prestige. This week reinforces that the next wave of media power won't come from who makes the most content—but from who controls distribution, data, and direct audience relationships. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Not All Hood (NAH) podcast takes a look at the lived experiences and identities of Black people in America. Infused with pop culture, music, and headlining news, the show addresses the evolution, exhilaration, and triumphs of being rooted in a myriad of versions of Black America. Hosted by Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and Candace O.Kelley Executive Producer: Layne Fontes Producer & Creative Director: Troy W. Harris, Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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In this unforgettable episode of Not All Hood, educator and Atlanta Public School Board member Alfred Brooks joins Pam Warner and Candace Kelley for a deeply emotional conversation about Black male teachers, representation in education, grief, legacy, and healing. Brooks shares his journey from growing up around activism to becoming one of the nation's few Black male educators — and the first classroom teacher in 150 years to serve on the Atlanta School Board. He breaks down why Black men in education matter, how he teaches students to unlearn harmful beliefs, and why authentic representation transforms school culture. The episode turns profoundly intimate as Brooks recounts the tragic loss of his 16-year-old son, Bryce, who died saving three children from a riptide. In a rare and powerful exchange, Pam Warner reflects on losing her son, actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and the two parents discuss faith, acceptance, legacy-building, and navigating grief while still choosing purpose. This is a moving and insightful episode about: Black male educators & representation Parenting, loss, and emotional healing Legacy, purpose, and community Turning grief into advocacy and service #AlfredBrooks #PamWarner #CandaceKelley #NotAllHood #BlackMaleTeachers #BlackEducators #RepresentationMatters #BlackMenInEducation #EducationMatters #AtlantaPublicSchools ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Not All Hood (NAH) podcast takes a look at the lived experiences and identities of Black people in America. Infused with pop culture, music, and headlining news, the show addresses the evolution, exhilaration, and triumphs of being rooted in a myriad of versions of Black America. Hosted by Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and Candace O.Kelley Executive Producer: Layne Fontes Producer & Creative Director: Troy W. Harris, Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we discuss the impact of Rob Reiner's death on Black AmericaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Griot Baba Lumumba returns to our classroom this Tuesday morning. Baba Lumumba, based at Umoja House in Washington, D.C., consistently sparks engaging and thought-provoking discussions. This week, he will explore the ambivalence many of us feel about ourselves. Before Baba Lumumba, investigative reporter Jeff Gallop will share insights into some of his current stories. Dr. Brooks Robinson will also provide an analysis of Black America’s religious landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not All Hood: The Weekly DropIn this episode, Candace Kelley leads a timely conversation unpacking the headlines shaping culture, housing, and civic life. The show begins with a discussion on the elimination of the penny and how price rounding quietly impacts cash users, raising questions about equity and who bears the hidden cost of everyday policy decisions.The conversation then turns to the viral Washington, D.C. Airbnb squatter case, examining tenant rights, housing loopholes, and the role of community accountability. The panel explores how legal gray areas, short-term rentals, and rising housing insecurity intersect, and what this case reveals about broader challenges in urban housing across the United States.Historian and educator Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries joins the show to connect Black history to present-day civic engagement. He discusses systemic racism as a continuous structure rather than a repeating cycle, the importance and limitations of voting, and how protests, boycotts, and grassroots organizing have historically driven social change. Dr. Jeffries also reflects on the cultural responsibility of hip-hop, the impact of commercialization, and how public conversations around figures like Sean “Diddy” Combs fit into a larger reckoning around power, accountability, and influence.The episode also addresses the rise of misinformation online, including viral celebrity hoaxes and unverified claims, highlighting the importance of media literacy in an era driven by algorithms and outrage.Comedian Big Mama closes the episode with humor and sharp commentary on the week's most confusing and outrageous stories, offering levity while underscoring the absurdity and seriousness of the news cycle.This episode of Not All Hood: The Weekly Drop blends news analysis, historical insight, cultural critique, and humor to help listeners better understand today's headlines through context, clarity, and conversation.Topics CoveredThe end of the penny and price roundingHousing crisis and the Washington, D.C. Airbnb squatter caseTenant rights, housing loopholes, and community actionBlack history and civic engagementVoting, protest, boycotts, and grassroots organizingHip-hop, culture, and accountabilityMisinformation, viral hoaxes, and media literacyNews commentary and comedyFeatured GuestsDr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries – Historian and educatorBig Mama  Bad Ass – Comedian and cultural commentator -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Not All Hood (NAH) podcast takes a look at the lived experiences and identities of Black people in America. Infused with pop culture, music, and headlining news, the show addresses the evolution, exhilaration, and triumphs of being rooted in a myriad of versions of Black America.Hosted by Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and Candace O.KelleyExecutive Producer: Layne FontesProducer & Creative Director: Troy W. Harris, Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to NAH: The Weekly Drop — Our live weekly series breaking down the biggest stories in culture, community, entertainment, and the creator economy. Every Sunday at 7PM, we go live to unpack the conversations shaping our world with honesty, humor, and the signature NAH perspective. EP-1 This week, we're diving into two major moments shaping culture and creativity: THE BIG DROP: The Diddy Documentary — Power, Men & Accountability The new Diddy documentary has sparked intense debate around power, abuse, masculinity, accountability, and the systems that enable silence. Tonight we break down: What the documentary reveals beyond the headlines How men are processing this moment The cultural impact on community, relationships, and leadership Why accountability is shifting — and what that means for us With special guests joining to offer powerful insight and perspective. THE QUICK DROP: Netflix x Warner Bros — What This Means For Creators Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros is one of the biggest entertainment moves of the decade. We explore: How this merger reshapes the future of streaming What it means for Black storytellers and independent creators The risks and opportunities for the entire media landscape -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Not All Hood (NAH) podcast takes a look at the lived experiences and identities of Black people in America. Infused with pop culture, music, and headlining news, the show addresses the evolution, exhilaration, and triumphs of being rooted in a myriad of versions of Black America.Hosted by Malcolm-Jamal Warner, and Candace O.KelleyExecutive Producer: Layne FontesProducer & Creative Director: Troy W. Harris, Jr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“They told us to pray… but they never taught us how to multiply.”In this explosive episode of Inside the Vault with Ash Cash, Dr. Jamal Harrison Bryant drops one of the most important economic, spiritual, and cultural messages of our time. This is the conversation that billion-dollar corporations hope you never hear.Dr. Bryant exposes the hidden power of Black spending, the truth behind the Target boycott, and the real reason so many of our communities stay stuck. He breaks down how faith institutions must evolve from shouting and survival… to strategy, literacy, and economic leadership.This isn't an interview.This is a blueprint for liberation.Inside this episode, you'll discover: How Black Americans spend $12 million a day at Target — and why that number is a sleeping giant The five demands made to Target (and why none have been honored) Why Black, Christian, Muslim, and Jewish unity is the key to economic power How the church can move from emotion to economic strategy Dr. Bryant's 10–10–80 rule — the formula that changed his financial life Why AI will either create Wakanda… or the Flintstones The truth about returning citizens and why the church must evolve to support themIf you care about money, justice, community, faith, power, or the economic survival of Black America… don't skip this episode.This is your wake-up call.Your strategy session.Your invitation to shift the culture. Subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Inside the Vault with Ash Cash — the #1 money mindset show in the world.CHAPTERS00:00 – Cold Open: “Black people spend $12M a day at Target.”02:19 – Inside the Vault intro + Dr. Jamal Bryant arrives05:03 – The mission behind Dr. Bryant's ministry07:06 – Why the Black church lost influence — and the path back09:45 – The real story behind the Target boycott13:34 – The 5 demands and what they mean for Black America17:05 – Black economic power: the numbers exposed21:01 – Cross-faith unity as an engine for liberation23:53 – Money, faith & the 90% we never learned to multiply26:45 – Building empowered churches and communities32:27 – Rebuilding Black economics: homeownership, AI & the future37:07 – Leadership, entrepreneurship & the truth about failure42:05 – Returning citizens & the responsibility of the church46:03 – Final gems: “Your assignment is what irritates you.”47:26 – How to join the movement: TargetFast.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Listeners jump in with wake-up calls before Special K delivers more Man Law violations that have every guy checking himself. The front page covers immigration crackdowns, leftover warnings, and holiday fights turning police busy. Rock-T continues sports updates leading to a debate on Alabama, Georgia, and Ohio State. Da Brat closes the Hot Spot with Reginae Carter, Lil Wayne, and Toya talking co-parenting, plus Meg Thee Stallion winning over Klay Thompson’s family by cooking an entire Thanksgiving feast. Marc Morial wraps the hour with a State of Black America focused on the G20 Summit and global leadership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Explicit. Men Pay ALL The Taxes, Nick Fuentes goes NUCLEAR on black America, What Comes Next, Nobody Wants That. Mr. Reagan Men Pay ALL The Taxes? Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/E1LVlyd2qrE?si=n3JTPVnPGIgAk6Nv Mr Reagan 401K subscribers 4,257 views Nov 13, 2025 #Politics #News #Trending https://www.purgestore.com - Promocode [REAGAN] for 15% OFF! ----------------------------------------------- Who really pays for society? The shocking fiscal data suggests men foot the bill, while women, on average, cost the system. This controversial truth may just break the internet. In this jaw-dropping video, Mr. Reagan reveals data that flips the narrative about gender and economics. According to New Zealand's fiscal records, men are the sole net tax contributors, while women, on balance, draw more from the system than they give. This isn't just a slight difference. It's a seismic financial gap that goes unnoticed in today's conversations on equality. The average woman, by the end of her life, reportedly costs society $150,000 more than she contributes. Meanwhile, men not only work, build, and protect, but also bear the fiscal weight of an entire nation. Why is this never discussed? Because it challenges the mainstream ideology that promotes equal respect without equal sacrifice. Mr. Reagan doesn't argue against supporting women, but he demands honesty in what that support costs. From entitled mindsets to economic realities, this episode takes you deep into uncomfortable, politically incorrect, and absolutely essential territory. This isn't about shaming women, it's about unmasking truth, sparking real dialogue, and rebalancing respect where it's due. ----------------------------------------------- Subscribe to my NEW Channel, STRANGE TALES!    • The Great Emu War   Patreon:   / mrreagan   ----------------------------------------------- MR REAGAN MERCHANDISE https://teespring.com/stores/mr-reagan -------------------------------------------- FOLLOW MR REAGAN ON TWITTER!   / mrreaganusa   ----------------------------------------------- Music by The Passion HiFi www.thepassionhifi.com #Politics #News #Trending   Nick Fuentes goes NUCLEAR on black America