Podcasts about Black Beat

For this episode we're joined all the way from Harlem in New York City by venerable hip hop writer Havelock Nelson. The first rap editor at industry bible Billboard talks about his early years in his birthplace Guyana and his love of marching bands in the country's capital Georgetown. From there we hear about his family's move to Brooklyn in 1973 and his early exposure to rap and breakbeat tapes in high school. Havelock recalls the pioneering hip hop fanzines Word Up! and Black Beat – plus the seminal rap writings of Greg Tate and Nelson George – before recounting his experiences as a columnist on Billboard. He also explains the genesis of Bring the Noise, the 1991 "guide to rap music and hip-hop culture" he co-authored with fellow RBP contributor Michael A. Gonzales. Mention of our guest's 1994 interview with the Notorious B.I.G. takes us into discussion of the synergy between hip hop's rising stars and rap media such as The Source magazine. Havelock also reflects on memorable interviews he did with the likes of KRS-One, Slick Rick, LL Cool J and Salt-N-Pepa. The latter duo takes us into audio clips from an audio interview with a Virginia-born artist who was profoundly influenced by them: the one and only Missy Elliott, speaking to Sara Scribner after the release of 1997's debut album Supa Dupa Fly... followed by the voices of her collaborators Timbaland and Magoo. The publication of Taschen's monumental new 75 Years of Atlantic Records prompts reflections on the legendary label co-founded by the late Ahmet Ertegun, plus our thoughts on the present-day roster that includes Charli XCX, Bruno Mars, Coldplay and Ed Sheeran. The episode concludes with quotes from newly-added library pieces about artists such as Wee Willie Harris, Jeff Barry & Ellie Greenwich, the Pharcyde and André 3000. Many thanks to special guest Havelock Nelson. Find his writing on Rock's Backpages and join his Going Way Back group on Facebook. Dr. Dre: The Chronic, B.I.G.: Rap's Next Big Thing, The Rap Column: Media's Rap On Rap Is Out Of Balance, Missy Elliott audio, The Age of Atlantic: Jerry Wexler, Rick Rubin: Def Jam's Man With The Plan, Ahmet Ertegun and The History of Atlantic Records, The Age of Atlantic: Making Tracks, Wee Willie Harris, Jeff Barry and Ellie Greenwich, The Pharcyde: New Rap Masters and André 3000: New Blue Sun.

Aquesta setmana al Males Vibracions ens trobem a Rubén i Òscar esperant a l’Andreu. Tenim novetats d’arreu del món. Tenim una agenda dedicada al Pro Weekend i part del que podreu trobar-vos allà. Conclourem amb selecció de temes diversos per acabar tancats a una habitació blanca. És el que té ser un pertorbat del rock’n’roll i que se’ns acabe la bateria.... Pro Weekend Low Battery List: Pet Mosquito - K; Lothario – Rodeo Clown; ¡MIAU! - La cruel inocentada; Class – Burnout City; The Mystery Lights – Cerebral Crack; TA GA DA – Franz; De Femm – Lost And Found; The Silver Lines – Roaches; The Black Beat – The Cream & The Jam; The Love Buzz – Harp; Dictator – Conquistador; Los Fabulosos Black Stones – Baila Boogaloo; Los Bohemios – Soy un tonto; Ivy Green - I’m Sure We’re Gonna Make it; The Von Zippers – Bad Generation; Duchess Says – I Repeat Myself; Tino Casal – Blanca Estancia (White Room).

Leslie Goodlow joined Portland Housing Bureau in the City of Portland as the Equity and Business Operations Manager in September of 2012. She manages Compliance, Human Resources, Finance & Accounting, Administration and Contracts. The housing bureau currently has a budget of over $300 million with 81 FTE. She is the Bureau lead on equity goals related to recruitment, hiring, training and contracts. Leslie is also the co-sponsor of the N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy, an effort by the city of Portland to provide opportunities for displaced residents to move back into NE Portland. Tune in to this episode of Black Beat Podcast with John Washington and Fawn Aberson who speak with Leslie Goodlow and Divisha Gordon about: Ongoing challenges in the housing market The history of displacement in Black neighborhoods How the Preference Policy will affect Black Families in Portland Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/ This video is produced by Flossin Media For more about us, visit our website www.flossinmedia.com Follow us on social media @flossin media for updates of our events, publications, podcast episodes, and more!

Author of the book, The Flourishing Community, Brad Ketch has had a successful 25-year career in the technology industry, including serving as CEO of a publicly traded semiconductor company. From facing troubles during the 2008 financial crisis, Brad made a career shift into poverty and justice work to address the challenges in his community. Tune in to this episode of Black Beat Podcast with John Washington and Fawn Aberson to learn about Ketch's career development, and building hope and resilience in the face of adversity. Here's a link to his book: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Flourishing-Community/Brad-Ketch/9781637631607#:~:text=Brad%20Ketch's%20The%20Flourishing%20Community,in%20the%20state%20of%20Oregon. Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

On this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, John Washington and Fawn Aberson speak with Fidel Ferrer, the founder and CEO of Project LEDO and the facilitator of the panel for the first-ever Silicon Forest Tech Summit with the focus on Diversity in the technology sector. This episode is a part of Flossin Magazine's issue “TechWOWlogy”.  The Black Beat crew talk about: Growing up in Cuba and how that shaped Ferrer's path How moving to a new country inspired the founding of Project LEDO The influence of working for companies like Apple and OHSU Creating a path of the BIPOC community to STEM Check out Project LEDO to learn more and donate here: ⁠https://www.projectledo.org/⁠ Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: ⁠https://www.flossinmedia.com⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/flossinmedia⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/⁠

On this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Dr. Charlene Williams joins John Washington to discuss the impact artificial intelligence is having on education. The Black Beat crew talk about: Kids using Chat GPT for their assignments Oregon was the first state given guidance on AI Using AI for tutoring and prompt engineering Breaking stereotypes about students to remove barriers The connection between education and mental health Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG:   / flossinmedia   Facebook:   / flossinmedia   Twitter:   / flossinmedia   YouTube:    / flossinmediatv   LinkedIn:   / flossin-media  

On this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Andrew Fitzpatrick and Matthew Thorup join John Washington and Fawn Aberson to talk about the Portland Downtown Business Incentive Credit Program, and the five year strategic growth plan for small businesses in Portland. The Black Beat crew talk about: Background info on the Business Credit Incentive and its goals  How the program will address needs from Black-owned businesses Success stories of people who have benefited from the program  Providing support for business owners with networking and economic empowerment How the community can contribute to the growth of Black-owned businesses Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

Black Beat host J In this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Karanja Crews, founder of Teaching with Purpose, steps into the studio to talk about the future of education and its significance on our youth with our host, John Washington. Black Beat Host, John Washington and Karanja Crews talk about: Recap from the Teaching with Purpose Conference Debrief the conversation between John and Dr. Angela Davis Why the teachers are striking in Portland Public Schools (PPS) Portland's economy and the cost of living How students are suffering from the teachers strike Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetica In this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Karanja Crews, founder of Teaching with Purpose, steps into the studio to talk about the future of education and its significance on our youth with our host, John Washington. Black Beat Host, John Washington and Karanja Crews talk about: Recap from the Teaching with Purpose Conference Debrief the conversation between John and Dr. Angela Davis Why the teachers are striking in Portland Public Schools (PPS) Portland's economy and the cost of living How students are suffering from the teachers strike Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant, and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: ly Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant, and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: ohn

One of Flossin Magazine's 5 organizations who are Building the Black community back and better than ever, is the World Stage Theatre led by Director, Shalanda Sims. Shalanda joins Black Beat to talk about leadership, philanthropy, managing Black people in the workforce, and her journey to success.

On this episode of Black Beat podcast, founding member of The Miracles Club in Portland, Oregon, Harrison Danley, joins John Washington for a compelling discussion around the multifaceted nature of drug culture in America.

In this episode of Black Beat, Mims Rouse takes the mic to discuss our education system and how it is affecting young Black men.

Kiyo Kubo, CEO and founder of the Kuto payment app, joins Black Beat hosts for an insightful and engaging conversation on how the innovative app saves businesses and customers money as well as giving back to the community.

David Lucas, philanthropist and founder of the Maurice Lucas Foundation, joins John Washington and the Black Beat crew to talk about: The importance of Fatherly engagement and affection Journey from the hood to the suburbs I am my brothers keeper: Lessons learned through decades of challenges and triumphs Strong upbringing leading to formation of Maurice Lucas Foundation and Academy The apple doesn't fall far from the tree: Teaching LIfe Lessons through Education and Sport The importance of giving back and leaving things better than the way you found it We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

Nutritional Health Coach Karen Nickerson joins John Washington, and the Black Beat crew to talk about: What's the most nutritional part of an animal? What's really in processed & packaged foods Low income = poor nutrition Can I change my poor eating habits? Whole vs blended, what's the difference? Free nutrition coaching at Natural Grocers! We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/ Time Stamps: History of Nutrition: (0:00) Nutritionist Coach: (26:17) Each episode of Black Beat, we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities.

This episode of Black Beat features a discussion on equal education access and the recent changes of higher education. Our featured guest is Dr. Roger Thompson, the Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management at the University of Oregon. Dr. Thompson's career background includes work towards equal educational access for the University of Indiana and University of Alabama. He's also earned the Robert Vance award, named in recognition of the leadership provided by federal judge Vance who was instrumental in enforcing desegregation in the South in the 1960s. What Black Beat Host, John Washington, Fawn Aberson, and Dr. Robert Thompson talk about: How he learn the power of influence through next level communication Higher education crisis: states divesting & burden shifting to students & families The Return on Investment of higher education Fighting for education access and quality for low-income & people of color Collaborating with change agents and Jet Magazine White robe phobia & tackling the mental health crisis U of O moves their footprint in Portland to NE with establishment of The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health & how it will benefit the Black community The challenges of being a young, collage age, person today We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

This episode of Black Beat features a discussion on the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project. Our featured guests are Dr. Steven Holt and DeAngelo Moaning. Dr. Holt is the principal of Try Excellence, LLC, providing equitable solutions to challenges in current policies and systems. DeAngelo Moaning is the Chief of Staff at Raimore Construction and the Community involvement Coordinator for Public Engagement efforts. Dr. Steven Holt and DeAngelo Moaning are long-time influencers for Portland's equity beat, both come with perspectives that are a breath of fresh air for a City striving to learn and grow from a past rife with racial inequity. Both now perform critical roles for the I5 RQ project as an advisor and partner for the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project. What Black Beat Host, John Washington, Dr. Steven Holt, and DeAngelo Moaning talk about: Changing the "Whitest City in America" Inside truth of growing up Black in Portland Roll up your sleeves! Be prepared for opportunity What's special about I-5 in Portland Tune into this, and each episode of Black Beat, where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

Tune into this, and each episode of Black Beat, where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

Before he graced the covers of Right On! and Black Beat, O'Bryan was a church kid with a stunning tenor tone informed by years of listening to Stevie Wonder, Donny Hattaway, Phyllis Hyman, and the Delphonics, among others.His vocal abilities impressed a string of influential people that guided him through his musical journey, from Philly Soul legend Ron Kersey to the mighty "Soul Train" creator Don Cornelius, who later became co-writer of his songs and executive producer for most of his output with Capitol RecordsFor his first single release with Capitol, O'Bryan choose a masterful blend of sounds that signaled a shift in musical trends in the early 1980s. It was the first in a series of tunes that elevated him as one of the top Rhythm and Blues heartthrobs of his generation, creating an unbroken relationship with his devoted audience.Show Tracklisting:I Want You Back (Jackson 5)Ben (Michael Jackson)Right From The Start (O'Bryan)Still Waters (Love) (O'Bryan)The Gigolo (O'Bryan)Soul Train's A Comin' (O'Bryan)Lovelite (O'Bryan)O'Bryan on social mediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/obryanmusic/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IAMOBRYANHost and Producer: Diego MartinezExecutive Producer: Nicholas "NickFresh" PuzoAudio Engineer: Adam FogelFollow us on social media: @choonspodSubscribe to our PATREON: patreon.com/choonspod

In this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Portland Community College's first permanent female President, Dr. Adriene Bennings, joins our host, John Washington, to discuss PCC's role in the community as part of the environmental justice and climate change awareness campaign, #EarthNeedsAllies. Dr. Adriene Bennings joined Portland Community College in the summer of 2022 as the college's eighth president, making her PCC's first permanent female president in its history. Before coming to Portland, she served as the president of Kellogg Community College and was also the president of the Kellogg Community College Foundation, helping to lead the foundation's strategic planning and fundraising activities, and advocating for equity, diversity, and inclusion. Locally, she is coming out the gate strong by collaborating with Flossin Media and the Soul District Business Association for the Soul District's 11th annual fundraising event, the MLK Dream Run. Thanks to the generosity of Dr. Bennings, this year's Run takes place on Saturday and Sunday September 17th and 18th on the beautiful PCC Cascade Campus in Portland. Join us in welcoming Earth Ally, Adriene Bennings to the Black Beat! What Black Beat Host, John Washington and Ms. Bennings talk about: Ms. Bennings background and the impact of environmental issues on her life and career Her journey to taking the role of first permanent female President of PCC in Portland How PCC is tackling education around workforce training and development in the Environmental Justice # Earth Needs Allies campaign PCC's environmental footprint and commitment to sustainable operations With PCC as the host site for this year's MLK Dream Run event, Dr. Bennings shares her background as a track star Her perceptions of the role of health and wellness in higher education and small business development Open Dialogue and Black Talk with John Washington Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

This is the first episode of Black Beat Podcast's special series on Environmental Justice #EarthNeedsAllies. A collaboration between Flossin Media and the Soul District Business Association to highlight the SDBA's annual fundraising event, the MLK Dream Run. This month long series highlights the people and organizations who are top notch Allies of the Earth through stewardship, education and service. With broad experience in environmental management, economics. In this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, environmental justice crusader and head of Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund, Sam Baraso, sits down with our host, John Washington, to discuss PCEF's role in a critical campaign we call #Earth NeedsAllies. finance and social equity, coupled with a keen interest in opportunities revolving around ecosystem services, energy efficiency/renewable energy, and low emissions development strategies, Mr. Baraso currently leads a team in charge of designing, developing and implementing Measure 26-20, a tax bill approved by 65% of Portland voters in 2018. The tax is connected to businesses in Portland that make more than a billion dollars in gross revenues nationally and $500,000 in Portland. Mr. Baraso's tireless efforts makes him a top notch Earth Ally, a valued member of our community and a highly esteemed guest on a not-to-be-missed episode of the Black Beat. What Black Beat Host, John Washington and Sam Baraso talk about: Mr. Baraso's background and journey to PCEF PCEF's involvement and commitment to Black Communities Response from the businesses being taxed with regards to the work being carried out The hardest issues to tackle within the Environmental Justice movement Who is doing the good work in the Black community What are the consequences of not doing this work How can the average citizen get involved Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

This episode of Black Beat features a discussion on the inclusiveness of Blacks within the technology culture. Our featured guest is Kamau Rogers the Founder of MK-DATA, LLC which is a cybersecurity startup designed to help educate and protect small companies from cyber risks. Rogers' core career background includes 4 decades within the Advance Systems engineering world working as a consultant for major companies in Silicon Valley and tech startup companies like PacTel Connections, Ungermann Bass and Tandem Computers. This work has taken him across the globe to France, England and Japan. In the last 12 years, he has focused on mentoring various technology start-up companies, working on all major processes of building and scaling these start-up businesses for success. What Black Beat Host, John Washington and Kamau Rogers talk about ● The culture of technology and who has been left behind ● No one at silicon valley is your friend ● Tech confidence within the Black community and knowing your worth ● Chrome Books weren't made for home schooling ● The growing digital divide and fighting for the chance to compete Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

A conversation with James Taylor the Founder of the Vanport Jazz Festival in Portland, Oregon Former banker and current civil servant and community organizer, James Taylor, brings a long and illustrious history and exciting plans for the Vanport Jazz Festival to this episode of Black Beat. After growing up in Mississippi and relocating to Portland, Mr. Taylor served on the Oregon State Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision, The Oregon Youth Authority and has worked for over 30 years as a banker in the Soul District, where he was instrumental in the foundation of Albina Bank. His latest crowning achievement is the upcoming Vanport Music Festival, a tribute to the history of the lost city of Vanport, Oregon. International jazz industry all-stars include Festival headliner and Queen of Percussion, Sheila E. who performed with the legendary Prince. What Black Beat Host, John Washington and James Taylor talk about: · Mr. Taylor's history growing up in Mississippi · His family background leading up to his involvement in criminal justice and the Oregon Youth Authority · His musical backgroung and how he became inspired to initiate the Vanport Jazz festival · Trials and tribulations he experienced along the way · Meaning and significance behind the Festival slogan: "Discover the Legacy Experience the Revival" · How the pandemic has affected festival operations · Lineup of artists that will be performing this year · Sponsors and vendors who will be present at the festival · Where and when it will be held and contact information for listeners to procure Festival tickets Thank you for being a part of our show where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

This episode of Black Beat welcomes Ekua Hackman, an attorney with a passion for serving as an advocate for an ever growing elderly population in America. She currently works providing unbundled and full service estate planning and probate services to residents of historic N/NE Portland in order to help them retain assets and property via the Homeownership Asset Preservation Program ("HAPP"), the African American Alliance for Homeownership ("AAAH") and the City of Portland Housing Bureau.

Join community luminaries, Johnny Huff and John Washington for an energizing episode of Black Beat. Founded in 2017, Everybody Eats PDX is a labor of love produced by Chef Johnny and his business partner, Chef Marcell Goss. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, both graduated culinary school locally and have built an eatery that has garnered a reputation for giving back to the community in ways big and small. From food locally sourced using the finest Oregon/Washington ingredients, to Huff and Goss' commitment to feeding activists and community members turning out in the streets for Black Lives, Everybody Eats PDX is a business worthy of support and a model worth replicating. What Black Beat Host, John Washington and Johnny Huff talk about: 1. The inspiration for Everybody Eats PDX 2. Huff's non-profit, Black and Blue PDX a novel approach to addressing the tension that often exists between Black youth and police officers 3. The impact of COVID-19 pandemic upon the business 4.Challenges and successes of being a Black Business and Non-Profit owner 5.Advice for other aspiring restauranteurs seeking to get into the industry 6.Links to support Everybody Eats PDX and the work of Black and Blue Thank for tuning in to Black Beat. We take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

Today's Black Beat is honored to introduce local celebrity and Pulitzer Prize nominated Writer and Speaker, Educator, Performer, and ”Creative Revolutionist”, Renee Mitchell. As an expert trainer in Youth Empowerment, Trauma-Informed Practices and Social Emotional Learning from a heART-centered, culturally relevant framework, Ms. Mitchell is also the visionary behind Spreading the Black Joy Virus and the I Am M.O.R.E. youth development program. According to her website profile at https://www.reneemitchellspeaks.com/aboutrenee, she is currently developing I Am M.O.R.E.'s theory of change, called Empowered Resilience™ , as a doctoral candidate at the University of Oregon (2021). Her work intends to create a national example of how to empower and build hope and resiliency in youth of color with profound love, culturally relevant social-emotional skill building, and youth voice-centered programming.

This episode of Black Beat features local artist, entrepreneur and Deputy Sheik of the Moorish Science Temple, Marquise Johnson-Bey. Born and raised in Portland, he got his start capturing basketball games with legendary Harlem Globetrotters, Les “Pee Wee” Harrison and Meadow “Meadowlark” Lemon. After years building a reputation as an unforgettable artist, photographer, videographer, textile designer and all around creative, Johnson-Bey started an online website platform for artists under his company's name, Abstract Visionz. As a deeply spiritual devotee of the Moorish Science path, Marquise serves in a position of leadership at the Moorish Science Temple.

Want to get current on the state of Cannabis Equity in Oregon? Don't miss this episode of Black Beat where we welcome Executive director for the NuLeaf Project, Jeanette Ward-Horton to the show. Under Horton's leadership, NuLeaf Project's work is specifically designed to address the three most common equity hurdles for all marginalized groups when starting a business or a professional career: capital, education/exposure, and connection. Horton describes the organization's work and funding sources for cannabis businesses in addition to skill-building and mentoring for entrepreneurs and professionals, and national and state equity policy development and advocacy.

Musical legend Michael Greene, aka Easy McCoy, joins Black Beat host, John Washington for an unforgettable glimpse into the 20+ year career of one of Portland's premier hip-hop artists. Raised on the mean streets of Seattle's Yesler Terrace neighborhood, Easy McCoy has spent over 2 decades writing, publishing, performing and producing his music. His new endeavor, Entity music group, is focused on helping young artists seeking to forge pathways in the music industry and gives them opportunities to sign with the label. He is also a fitness aficionado and a dedicated believer in the power of faith, consistency, and having an indomitable spirit that never gives up.

On this episode of Black Beat get your fill of some truly good news coming out of the Capitol. Representing District 22 in Portland, Oregon, Senator Lew Frederick discusses two bills he has recently introduced, SB 618 and SB 619, which propose a redress of one of histories most gruesome grievances: Slavery. "(Senate Bill) 618 really says there is a case to be made for reparations -- that's what 618 does," he said. "(Senate Bill) 619 says if there is a case to make, how that will be done." What Black Beat Host, John Washington and Senator Frederick Talk About ● The Senator's inspiration for choosing the role of public official ● The Senator's efforts to address police reform ● Successes and challenges he experienced in creating the Oregon CARES fund which provided financial relief to Black Oregonians and businesses suffering disproportionately not just from the pandemic but systemic racism and roadblocks to prosperity. ● What led to lawsuits lodged against the fund and current status of the case ● The historic reparations legislation that he introduced in the form of Senate bills 618 and 619 We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: 503-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

On this episode of Black Beat, our host, John Washington leads a spirited interview with our guest, Eric K. Ward. Mr. Ward is the current Executive Director of Western States Center, an organization known as a national hub for innovative responses to white nationalism, antisemitism, and structural inequality. Working nationwide to strengthen inclusive democracy so all people can live, love, worship and work free from fear, he also brings a uniquely innovative musical approach to fighting the good fight through punk-rock activism. Taking the stage as “Bulldog Shadow”, he describes his genre as one that “bends folk into a new punk framework and spits out a series of stories we wish we were the ones telling.” What Black Beat Host, John Washington and Mr. Ward talk about: ● His path to becoming a leader in the civil rights movement ● Some of the greatest threats posed by white supremacy ● His work in personally addressing violent neo-Nazis and convincing some to renounce racism and violence ● What makes the Pacific Northwest such a hotbed for white supremacy ● His punk-rock activism as Bulldog Shadow ● The focus and direction Western States intends to pursue moving forward ● How COVID -19 has affected him, his organization and work ● How can you get involved We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/flossinmedia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flossinmedia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/flossinmedia YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/flossinmediatv LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flossin-media/

J Spa Joins the Black Beat Podcast. Behind every business that has managed to keep its doors open through the pandemic, there is a story of resilience, fortitude and often purpose-driven commitment. J Spa in Eugene, Oregon is an exceptional example of a business which has managed to not just survive but find opportunities to thrive despite the hurdles and challenges inherent in operating a hands-on practice in the shadow of COVID-19. To learn more about Jaqueline Johnson and The J Spa business services visit https://thejspa.com/ 485 Alexander Loop #110, Eugene, OR 97401 (541) 423-7009

You most likely know OG journalist and media personality Jerry L. Barrow from his work with Scratch Magazine, BET, Interactive One or WatchLoud but in 2020 he’s embarked on a new and more meaningful journey. Barrow’s newest venture, "Fathers Who Bother,"  is a podcast that has featured some hilarious and insightful interviews with Phonte, Royce Da 5’9” and more. 2:00 - We start off with a round of respect as Branden gives props to Jerry for helping him out early in his career and Maurice chimes in with some props for Branden and the circle keeps going. After that we get into Jerry's history as a journalist from Black Beat magazine to The Source and beyond. 7:00 - Jerry was a writer and editor at The Source during their best days and their most chaotic times. Here he talks about what it was like working at the iconic magazine while the co-owner Benzino was openly beefing with Eminem. 12:30 - Jerry talks about making the transition to being an editor at SCRATCH and growing it from a tech heavy producer magazine to a more mainstream palatable outlet. He also shares some stories about some of the memorable covers he put together including the time Dilla passed away right after Questlove promised to deliver him an interview with him. 22:30 - Here the discussion turns to why Hip-Hop websites and blogs are not more prominent when Hip Hop is the dominant culture, globally. Each of us offer perspectives as to why. 31:30 - Jerry now hosts his own podcast, "Fathers Who Bother," where he talks with fellow fathers about their experiences raising children as well as their relationships with their fathers. He also talks about how after years of putting it off, he was finally inspired to commit to it after being laid off from BET due to COVID-19. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Executives from Instrument join the Black Beat Podcast to discuss operations during COVID-19. Led by Flossin Media's CEO & Editor in Chief John Washington, Black Beat takes his unapologetically Black approach to each discussion for a deep dive into the core issues that have historically divided us all. Our featured conversers will include local, regional and national Black news-makers representing views from the hood, to the boardroom and beyond in order to disrupt the traditional “white noise” and bougie rhetoric. Episodes will also feature other Flossin Media/ Magazine writers who are well stoked by the fire their leader has ignited. Always inspirational, educational and motivational, Black Beat will empower listeners to solution oriented action and reinforce the perceptions of capability, significance and influence that lives within us all and grows exponentially if nurtured. Follow the podcast at anchor.fm/blackbeat

John Washington is joined by Tony Jones, James Posey, Dr. Johnny Lake, and Cupid Alexander as they discuss the State of Black Men in America following the rise of COVID-19, the murder of George Floyd, and the decline of the American economy. Tony Jones- Business Owner at Rubitone Development Services and the President of the Coalition of Black Men. James Posey- a longtime Portland resident and co-founder of National Association of Minority Contractors of Oregon (NAMCO), former mayoral candidate and retail business owner Dr. Johnny Lake- international consultant, trainer and speaker Cupid Alexander- Director of Strategic Initiatives- Office of Mayor Ted Wheeler. Always inspirational, educational and motivational, Black Beat will empower listeners to solution oriented action and reinforce the perceptions of capability, significance and influence that lives within us all and grows exponentially if nurtured. Follow the podcast at anchor.fm/blackbeat Learn more at www.flossinmedia.com Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook

On this episode of Black Beat Podcast, we welcome our guest Dr. Natasha Bhuyan family physician and the Regional Director of West Coast Markets for One Medical, one of the largest primary care medical offices in the country. Our discussion looks at the way technology is shifting how we access our doctor, helping to lower medical cost and replacing sick care with health care. Additionally, we discuss their mobile testing facilities meant to relieve some pressure on hospital systems, the testing process itself and how despite the pandemic, what should we also be focusing on in terms of our health care. Always inspirational, educational and motivational, Black Beat will empower listeners to solution oriented action and reinforce the perceptions of capability, significance and influence that lives within us all and grows exponentially if nurtured. Follow the podcast at anchor.fm/blackbeat Learn more at www.flossinmedia.com Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook

Renate Ray Mayer ,Census Equity Manager for the Portland African American Leadership Forum (PAALF) joins us on this episode of Black Beat Podcast. One of Oregon's most vocal Black Activist groups for young Black adults, PAALF is assisting the We Count Oregon census campaign in order to engage folks from the hard to reach Black community on the importance of being counted in the 2020 Census. "Ray" also shares the focus of PAALF moving from 2020 to the future. You can find out more about PAALF and what they are doing to build Black Power in Oregon by visiting their website https://www.paalf.org/. . Also you can learn more about the #WeCountOregon campaign by going to https://wecountoregon.com/ Finally, if you haven't taken the Census yet you can do so now by going to the 2020 census at https://2020census.gov/ Always inspirational, educational and motivational, Black Beat will empower listeners to solution oriented action and reinforce the perceptions of capability, significance and influence that lives within us all and grows exponentially if nurtured. Follow the podcast at anchor.fm/blackbeat Learn more at www.flossinmedia.com Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook

On this episode of Black Beat we pay our respects to father and son entrepreneurs Paul Knauls Sr. and Paul Knauls Jr., the owners and operators of the iconic Geneva's Shear Perfection Barbershop and Salon located in the Soul of Portland. The conversation is one of reflection, shared gems of wisdom, and bits of laughter as they culminate up to their decision to close up shop after 30 years in business in the midst of the now Covid-19 reality. No need to shed tears for this duo however, their hearts are full from the life of service to the community they loved and who loved them right back. Welcome to Black Beat podcast where we will share the hard hitting conversations we have with Black and other news-makers of color. Apathy is a disease of the spirit, diminishing all manner of belief in one's self and ability. For too long it has run rampant in Black and other communities of color, fueled by the constant drip of inequitable distribution of wealth creation opportunities and the systemic invalidation of our presence. This has created serious fragmentation. It took a special set of circumstances to create this condition and it will take a special set of circumstances to remove this blight of spirit. Led by Flossin Media's CEO & Editor in Chief John Washington, Black Beat takes his unapologetically Black approach to each discussion for a deep dive into the core issues that have historically divided us all. Our featured conversers will include local, regional and national Black news-makers representing views from the hood, to the boardroom and beyond in order to disrupt the traditional “white noise” and bougie rhetoric. Episodes will also feature other Flossin Media/ Magazine writers who are well stoked by the fire their leader has ignited. Always inspirational, educational and motivational, Black Beat will empower listeners to solution oriented action and reinforce the perceptions of capability, significance and influence that lives within us all and grows exponentially if nurtured. Follow the podcast at anchor.fm/blackbeat Watch on Youtube. Learn more at www.flossinmedia.com Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook

Representative Akasha Lawrence Spence joins John Washington and Fawn Aberson for a conversation on the Black Beat Podcast. Oregon House Representative Akasha Lawrence Spence (D) of District #36 serves Portland's West Side. This includes the Downtown, SW Waterfront and Chinatown areas as well as parts of the NW & SW Hills and Multnomah Village. She was appointed by Multnomah County Commissioners to replace former state Rep. Jennifer Williamson, D-Portland, who resigned in December of 2019 to run for Oregon secretary of state in the 2020 election. Representative Lawrence Spence will hold this position until January of 2021, choosing not to run in the general election. In the Legislature, she strive to create a new level of transparency, engagement, and accountability in the public sphere, centering the voices of the underrepresented and marginalized, a platform she championed during her tenure on The City of Portland's Planning and Sustainability Commission. A transplant from Brooklyn, NY where she worked for Senator Chuck Schumer and a variety of other political campaigns, she became unfulfilled with bipartisan politics and decided to pursue architecture and design instead, and relocated to Portland, Oregon. She is the Founder & Principal Designer of Fifth Element and the founder and President of Melanated a women/femme of color (WFOC) organization, over 250 members strong, based on 3 pillars - civic engagement, financial empowerment, and community stewardship. Everything she focuses on is around economic justice, believing that you can't have environmental or social justice without it. She joins our host, John Washington, in a conversation that is intellectually empowering and, as always, unapologetically Black in nature. They cover subjects that range from the fear of Black males; the economics of Covid-19; why Black people need to own more buildings; and how politics is in EVERYTHING. Welcome to Black Beat podcast where we will share the hard hitting conversations we have with Black and other news-makers of color. Led by Flossin Media's CEO & Editor in Chief John Washington, Black Beat takes his unapologetically Black approach to each discussion for a deep dive into the core issues that have historically divided us all. Our featured conversers will include local, regional and national Black news-makers representing views from the hood, to the boardroom and beyond in order to disrupt the traditional “white noise” and bougie rhetoric. Episodes will also feature other Flossin Media/ Magazine writers who are well stoked by the fire their leader has ignited. Always inspirational, educational and motivational, Black Beat will empower listeners to solution oriented action and reinforce the perceptions of capability, significance and influence that lives within us all and grows exponentially if nurtured. Follow the podcast at anchor.fm/blackbeat Watch on YouTube. Learn more at www.flossinmedia.com Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook

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A conversation with John Washington and Community leaders. The conversation will be recorded as the first episode of the Black Beat. John is joined by Mims Rouse - Founder, African American-XY Program LLC- and E.D. Mondaine - President of the Portland NAACP Chapter. Welcome to Black Beat podcast where we will share the hard hitting conversations we have with Black and other news-makers of color. Apathy is a disease of the spirit, diminishing all manner of belief in one's self and ability. For too long it has run rampant in Black and other communities of color, fueled by the constant drip of inequitable distribution of wealth creation opportunities and the systemic invalidation of our presence. This has created serious fragmentation. It took a special set of circumstances to create this condition and it will take a special set of circumstances to remove this blight of spirit. Led by Flossin Media's CEO & Editor in Chief John Washington, Black Beat takes his unapologetically Black approach to each discussion for a deep dive into the core issues that have historically divided us all. Our featured conversers will include local, regional and national Black news-makers representing views from the hood, to the boardroom and beyond in order to disrupt the traditional “white noise” and bougie rhetoric. Episodes will also feature other Flossin Media/ Magazine writers who are well stoked by the fire their leader has ignited. Always inspirational, educational and motivational, Black Beat will empower listeners to solution oriented action and reinforce the perceptions of capability, significance and influence that lives within us all and grows exponentially if nurtured. Follow the podcast at anchor.fm/blackbeat Watch on Youtube. Learn more at www.flossinmedia.com Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook

A conversation with John Washington and Precious Edmonds from We Count Oregon. Welcome to Black Beat podcast where we will share the hard hitting conversations we have with Black and other news-makers of color. Apathy is a disease of the spirit, diminishing all manner of belief in one's self and ability. For too long it has run rampant in Black and other communities of color, fueled by the constant drip of inequitable distribution of wealth creation opportunities and the systemic invalidation of our presence. This has created serious fragmentation. It took a special set of circumstances to create this condition and it will take a special set of circumstances to remove this blight of spirit. Led by Flossin Media's CEO & Editor in Chief John Washington, Black Beat takes his unapologetically Black approach to each discussion for a deep dive into the core issues that have historically divided us all. Our featured conversers will include local, regional and national Black news-makers representing views from the hood, to the boardroom and beyond in order to disrupt the traditional “white noise” and bougie rhetoric. Episodes will also feature other Flossin Media/ Magazine writers who are well stoked by the fire their leader has ignited. Always inspirational, educational and motivational, Black Beat will empower listeners to solution oriented action and reinforce the perceptions of capability, significance and influence that lives within us all and grows exponentially if nurtured. Follow the podcast at anchor.fm/blackbeat Watch on YouTube. Learn more at www.flossinmedia.com Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook

 Jarrard Anthony – Ready to Live  To evolve, elevate, enrich, edify, encourage—these signifying words pepper singer/songwriter/producer and multi-instrumentalist Jarrard Anthony's conversation whenever he describes his goals as a seeker, teacher, student, husband, father and artist. Each time the doer presses the curve of a guitar against his body or sits behind an ivory row, he is digging to unearth the stories and melodies of a shared humanity and spiritual source. Jarrard Anthony wants to connect. He wants listeners to experience the exchange of mutual energy, the transfer of love, knowledge, intimacy, and appreciation through music —the lifeblood of Anthony's own healing brand of soul. His latest full-length project, Ready to Live, brings him closer to his goal of connection.  “Mr. Independent.” Over the next five years, Mr. Independent launched a label (JAP Music & Entertainment Group), landed distribution with Bungalo/Universal, appeared in numerous magazines (VIBE, Black Beat, Blues & Soul), and shared stages with Silk, Monica, Cam'ron, Amerie, The O'Jays, L.L. Cool J, Howard Hewitt, Lyfe Jennings, Anthony Hamilton, The Gap Band and Pieces of A Dream, among others—artists as varied in their genres and approach as Anthony was becoming in his own.