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Today I bring back Troy-Jeffrey Allen, because I know when he has a project he will pull something from directly from the culture and have my head spinning. Whether its been tackling Public Enemy, ODB, MF Doom, and even Josephine Baker, Troy takes signature obscure characters in Music and Black Culture and delivers an amazing homage. Deltron Eternal is a tribute to the Supergroup of Deltron 3030 consisting of (Del the Funky Homosapien, Dan the Automater, and Kid Koala). The story blends their lyrics of Sci-Fi and Consciousness into a vivid journey seen to define backpack rap and the Alternative Aesthetic of Hip Hop in the early 2000's.Written by Troy-Jeffrey AllenIllustrated by Ben PerkinsLettered by James Easterly
Send us Fan MailI rock with Patrick Mahomes—but not against my Raiders.Sauce MacKenzie returns with an unfiltered episode of Concrete Genius Media, moving from mental strength and managing stress to football loyalty, quarterback debates, and the latest sports and culture conversations.In this episode:• Raiders vs. Chiefs: why lifelong loyalty outweighs Sauce's love for Mahomes.• NFL quarterback double standards: his takes on Justin Herbert, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Jalen Hurts, and more.• Cam Ward: a coach's perspective on effort, body language, and handling criticism.• Gambling partnerships: personal choice, community responsibility, and who gets to police someone else's money.• Indiana Fever: Sauce's read on Caitlin Clark, Stephanie White, and basketball getting overshadowed by drama.• Rory, QueenzFlip, and the Joe Budden Podcast: respect, boundaries, and accountability in cultural spaces.Raw opinions, sharp humor, and a coach's perspective on sports and life.Connect with Sauce: https://JohnLouden.comMore from Concrete Genius Media: https://ConcreteGeniusMedia.comGet The Game Changer: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRYFBRPJExplicit language. Includes the host's opinions and speculation.Support the show
Hey ya'll hey! Thanks for tuning into Episode 111 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"What Are You Waiting For?” Lot's of people are in (or preparing to enter) what they're now calling the “winter arc.” As we begin to approach Q4 of 2026, it's time to think about all of the things we want to accomplish and the strategies that we will use to be successful (both individually and collectively). This episode encourages us to think more deeply about what it means as a community. Only those hiding under a rock have missed conversations around Nikole Hannah-Jones' article about the decisions she and her husband made related to her daughter's education. I wanted to share with you my thoughts both as someone who works in education and as someone who studies the history of Black education in the United States. Here's the secret, she's certainly not the first person to reach similar conclusions and we owe her the grace of understanding the historical context within which her decision was made. I'll use Ryan Clark's new Pivot sports show to discuss what I think many of us should be doing right now, and I'd love to hear your take on it. As a matter of fact, I'd love to hear what you think about all of these ideas. And, if you're really wanting to unpack the ideas around Black history, spirituality, or culture, please consider being a guest on the podcast. Send me an email at drtip@tellemtiptoldyou.com. After you tune in, let me know what you think of this episode by leaving me a 5-star review and if you're interested, here's the website for the Shine Program: www.shineprofessionaldevelopment.com.. Take care of each other so we can build together. #tellemtiptoldyou For more on Tellemtiptoldyou (the podcast on Black History, Black Spirituality, and Black Culture, be sure to follow Dr. Tip on Instagram (@tiffanydphd) and TikTok @tiffanydphd). And, if you're looking for professional development or educational consulting, consider sending me a message through my LinkedIn so that you never miss an update! My email address is drtip@tellemtiptoldyou.com. Hit me up for merch at https://tellemtiptoldyou.printify.me Hosted by: Dr. Tip Guests on this episode: none TAGS: #thoughtleader #BlackHistory #BlackEducation #BlackCulture #BlackArtsMovement #BlackArt #BlackLiteracy #LifeCoachforBlackWomen #tellemtiptoldyou #podcast
Caleb is joined by Author, Comedian, Filmaker and Show Host, Kevin Jackson. https://thekevinjacksonnetwork.com/Church and State is brought to you by, YOU! Visit us at: https://churchandstate.media where you can support us by donating directly and find links to shop with our affiliates.Get our merch at https://standupnowapparel.com/partner-church-and-state/ Support Church and State today by shopping at www.MyPillow.com using our coupon code: “CHURCHANDSTATE”.Our links are on link tree: https://linktr.ee/churchandstate Subscribe to our Locals Community (churchandstate1.locals.com) Follow us on Rumble (@ChurchandState1776) https://rumble.com/user/ChurchandState1776 X(twitter) (@1churchandstate) https://x.com/1churchandstatefacebook (churchandstate1776) https://www.facebook.com/ChurchandState1776 SubStack (churchandstate.substack.com) https://churchandstate.substack.com/ *Help fund our fight against tyranny: Buy from our affiliates and tell them Church and State sent you. *Tune in on NRBTV Tue-Fri 1:30 PM Pacific! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/prepper-broadcasting-network--3295097/support.Head to https://bepreparedsolutions.co/partner/pbn, or use code PBN20 when you sign up to get 20% off their incredible preparedness tools, custom plans, and LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. STOP THE ADS! Become a PBN Supporter for just $5 a month and get exclusive podcasts just for supporters. BECOME A SUPPORTER The Prepper's Medical Handbook Build Your Medical Cache – Welcome PBN FamilyJoin the Prepper Broadcasting Network for expert insights on #Survival, #Prepping, #SelfReliance, #OffGridLiving, #Homesteading, #SelfSufficiency, #Permaculture, #OffGrid solutions, and #SHTF preparedness. With diverse hosts and shows, get practical tips to thrive independently – subscribe now!Newsletter – Welcome PBN FamilyGet Your Free Copy of 50 MUST READ BOOKS TO SURVIVE DOOMSDAY
In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with Joseph Middlebrooks, the Economic Growth Manager at Eastside Community Network (ECN) to discuss the upcoming Sustainability Summit, where environmental wellness meets local entrepreneurship and community connection. From rooftop solar power and battery storage that supports real energy resilience to new public space improvements tied to the Angela Brown Wilson Gardens - they get into all of the exciting things taking place at ECN. They also discuss why shopping local is not a side note. It is economic sustainability, a circular economy, and a way to help Detroit small businesses turn ideas into stable growth through technical assistance, resources, and partnerships.Then they shift to the week's biggest civic conversation: the Renaissance Center redevelopment proposal, the $548 million public ask, and the community benefits ordinance process. Together, they break down how the Neighborhood Advisory Council works, why impact areas matter, what accountability could look like through clawbacks and public reporting, and why affordable housing targets tied to AMI can miss the realities of Detroit incomes.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:BEDROCK, GM WANT $548M FOR $2.2B RENAISSANCE CENTER REDEVELOPMENTSupport the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
In this episode we discuss Fat Joe, gatekeeping, and context. The African Diaspora is has been shaped by the outlays of transatlantic slave trade, formation of modern capitalism and wide range of distillation of culture as it shows up in communities. If you are the type to tell your kids Santa Claus is real, I advise you to mind the opening statements. As always, please take the best part for yourself. Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture https://www.nypl.org/locations/schomburg Bluffton Gullah Cultural Heritage Center https://blufftongullah.org/ Slave Voyages https://www.slavevoyages.org/PastHomePage Ask Your Oldhead is a creative project exploring modern manhood at the intersection of race, gender, culture, and class. We are specifically interested in capturing the stories of transition from child to young man to healthy adult. Please listen, rate, share, and subscribe. Peace Support this podcast by becoming a patron here. ← Click there. Instagram: @justicerajee Tiktok: @justicerajee https://www.facebook.com/oldhead.rajee/ www.askyouroldhead.com www.askyouroldhead.libsyn.com The Ask Your Oldhead Shop Leave a message: 971-206-4010 ©2026 Justice Rajee
This week we are catching up on schemes that Todd set up, Free speech vs the real cancel culture, AI being in everything, and more! Follow us on IG and tiktok @Tripledosepod and check us out on youtube.
In this episode, Donna and Sam discuss whether Black voters in Detroit are actually moving toward Republicans in the 2026 cycle, or if the story has been overstated by headlines and echo chambers. They also weigh in on what Abdul El-Sayed's candidacy reveals about coalition politics, media narratives, and the double standards candidates of color face. The conversation moves through the issues dividing voters right now: housing affordability, college debt, climate change, and the moral urgency many younger voters bring to Israel and Gaza.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS PAC ENDORSES EL-SAYED AS SOME DETROIT VOTERS HESITATESupport the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Send us Fan MailEverybody wants Black culture—but does everybody respect the people who created it?On this episode of the Concrete Genius Pod, Sauce Mackenzie examines the worldwide influence of Black American culture and asks a harder question: when does appreciation become exploitation?From the obsession with Chicago and hip-hop culture to the way Black music, slang, fashion, style and entertainment travel around the world, Sauce challenges people who consume Black culture every day while criticizing or disrespecting Black Americans.Every community has problems. So why does Black dysfunction so often become entertainment, while Black creativity becomes something everyone feels entitled to copy, critique and profit from?This is a conversation about culture, ownership, respect, influence and the difference between loving what Black America creates and respecting Black Americans themselves.
On this podcast we play a fun new game created by award-winning journalists and authors Tre'Vell Anderson and Jarrett Hill. Miles and Dominique go toe-to-toe, and we end with a caller round. In the second half of the hour, we put a progressive lens on the US Supreme Court decision on mail-in ballots and other trending topics.https://www.historicallyblackphrases.com/ https://www.trevellanderson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/diprimaradio/
Hey ya'll hey! Thanks for tuning into Episode 110 of Tellemtiptoldyou—"Stay in the Boat” In it, I share with you some of the struggles I've been facing and offer you some info on what I'm doing to get my life back in order! Here's a hint: Black people are in the future once we can see ourselves there. I'd love to hear what you think about these ideas. And, if you're really wanting to unpack the ideas around Black history, spirituality, or culture, please consider being a guest on the podcast. Send me an email at drtip@tellemtiptoldyou.com. I'm a life coach helping folks reach holistic success over here while being your FAVORITE HBCU Prof! After you tune in, let me know what you think of this episode by leaving me a 5-star review. Take care of each other so we can build together. #tellemtiptoldyou For more on Tellemtiptoldyou (the podcast on Black History, Black Spirituality, and Black Culture, be sure to follow Dr. Tip on Instagram (@tiffanydphd) and Facebook (@tellemtiptoldyou). Be sure to subscribe to our website, www.tellemtiptoldyou.com, so that you never miss an update! And, if you want to send us a message, our email address is drtip@tellemtiptoldyou.com Hosted by: Dr. Tip Guests on this episode: none TAGS: #thoughtleader #BlackHistory #BlackEducation #BlackCulture #BlackArtsMovement #BlackArt #BlackLiteracy #LifeCoachforBlackWomen #tellemtiptoldyou #podcast
Black culture influences music, fashion, entertainment and popular culture around the world—but has that visibility translated into actual power? Rashad Robinson joins Ashley2LOUD in Houston for a special Talking 2LOUD conversation surrounding his book From Presence to Power. They discuss the difference between cultural visibility and real power, our expectations of celebrities and politicians, why movements—not individual leaders—create lasting change, and what Black America should be paying closer attention to right now. Robinson also explains why identifying who profits from injustice may be one of the keys to changing it. Talking 2LOUD — Real people. Real conversations. A louder Houston. 2LOUDMAG.COM
Born Sept. 10, 1968, Big Daddy Kane became one of the most influential rappers of hip-hop's golden age. From "Ain't No Half-Steppin'" and "Raw" to "Smooth Operator," the Brooklyn native helped shape generations of MCs through his lyricism, style and showmanship. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
FFTC Gang! It's Round 2 of the 90's Series…and this go ‘round, Crowned ReRe and Mr. Al Pete are visiting the music side of the 90's! They both share a few of their favorite songs and the memories behind them. It was some Hip Hop and R&B talk in there, but it spilled over to a bit of Reggae, Pop, and Dance music!ReRe and Pete go through their segments: A Rose Is A Rose (a gang of music talk), Cactus (MORE Black journalists going back and forth, Angie Nixon slander, etc.), and Tyler Perry's current moves (new trailer and show coming out). Enjoy the show and share with your podcast lovers. Also, let us know what 90's songs and artists you were rocking with! Thank you ALWAYS for listening! Stay connected and keep the flowers blooming. Follow the podcast and hosts: https://www.mpn-llc.com/fftcpodcast @fftcpodcast on all socials. Follow Crowned ReRe and Mr. Al Pete on their websites and platforms to see what's next in their journeys! Crowned ReRe: https://crownones.com | Instagram: @crowned_re_re_becca Listen to The CrownTalk Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@crownedrere2451/podcasts Mr. Al Pete: https://mralpete.com | Instagram: @mralpete Recorded and produced by The MPN Network/Mr. Al Pete.
In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with Jamila Martin from the Movement Voter Project to discuss the political environment on the left - generational divides, growth of a multi-cultural coalition, and the widespread rejection of corporate politics. The Movement Voter Project funds local organizing and movement-building to shift culture, win power, and shape policy. MVP is like a “mutual fund” for political giving: they raise money from donors, then channel it toward the most impactful organizations and power-building work around the country.They do the research so you don't have to, streamlining your giving and maximizing your impact by investing in the most effective organizations and innovative strategies. They believe to build a progressive era, we need governing majorities, political will for bold policy change, and shifts in public opinion, worldviews, and culture.MVP is contributing to this plan in three key ways: mobilizing historic investment in organizing, providing wrap-around support to build groups' capacity, and catalyzing collaboration at all levels.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. WHAT WE'RE READING THIS WEEK:JUST BE A REAL PERSON FIRST. REPORTERS FORGET TO DO THAT.Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when two men who actually lived street life sit down decades later and look at the culture through grown-man eyes?John Louden and Rell G go back to being teenagers in Gary, Indiana—when violence was real, survival was part of the environment, being fresh mattered, and the streets came with consequences that couldn't be hidden behind an algorithm.They break down how environment shapes young men, how social media changed street culture, the rise of drill music, the glorification of violence, and why today's generation is exposed to death and trauma in a way previous generations weren't.The conversation also turns to Chicago, media narratives, culture vultures, masculinity, style, accountability, fatherhood, and the responsibility of men who survived that life to give the next generation knowledge they didn't have.This isn't outsiders analyzing the streets.It's two men who lived it, survived it, grew from it—and can finally see the damage differently.Concrete Genius Podcast with John Louden & Rell G.Support the show
Host John X opens with a tribute to Dolly Parton, praising her philanthropy and business decisions, and notes the recent deaths of other music figures including Clyde Davis. The panel then debates Anthony Mackie's quote, “We are lying to our kids. Success is given, it's not earned,” arguing that outcomes are often chosen through networking, nepotism, and gatekeeping, citing stats about hiring favoring personal connections. Economic decline, job loss, AI fears, and anger from white Americans as old advantages erode. Qualified immunity and political corruption, reform requires removing money from politics. 00:00 Show Intro and Cast 01:34 Remembering Dolly Parton 03:05 Dolly Legacy and Business 06:02 Online Takes and Community 09:06 Success Is Given Debate 12:17 Denzel Example and Integrity 15:44 Nepotism and Networking 21:27 Economy Policing and Targets 30:18 AI Fear and Real Skills 33:32 Opposite World and Division 36:37 Paid Dissension and Judas 37:52 Anger at Sellouts 39:35 Training Shapes Policing 40:35 Firefighters Versus Cops 42:14 Accountability And Lawsuits 43:45 Money In Politics 46:06 America And Global Power 50:20 Education And Economic Apathy 52:36 Culture Wars And Identity 54:15 Rage Online Versus Love 01:00:54 Coalitions Over Infighting 01:05:42 Black Girls Targeted 01:09:15 Community Love Call 01:12:07 Relationships And Adaptation 01:14:37 Final Wrap And Tributes
Host Clarence Boone spends the hour with Dr. Gloria Howell. She is one of the gleaming contributors here on Bring It On! She is the director of the Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center (NMBCC) at Indiana University Bloomington. She is also faculty coordinator for a first-year experience and introductory research course for freshman Hudson and Holland …
Send us Fan MailSauce MacKenzie gets unfiltered on BBL culture, body positivity, beauty standards, relationships, and whether people are truly happy being single after 35.What are cosmetic surgery and social media teaching young girls about their natural bodies? Are people changing themselves for confidence—or attention? And have we gone too far promoting the idea that men and women don't need each other?Plus, Sauce talks Black love, marriage, accountability, community, and why helping people shouldn't always require a camera.
In this episode of Everyday Black Men, Riker, Sham, Reed, and the Rider bounce from FIFA protests and family-sized lasagna to interview strategies, questionable lies, and whether Christmas really sneaks up on anybody. The crew debates pretty-boy genetics, Black Libertarian's fashion choices, Jake Paul, Deontay Wilder, the mysterious decline of Kohl's, and why Cornish hen wings might be the shrimp of the poultry world. Things get unexpectedly practical as they break down cooking at home, eating out smarter, saving money in 2026, and finding ways to enjoy life even when everything feels expensive. They close with a surprisingly reflective conversation about preparing for the next stage of life, understanding how the world works, and naturally, finding someone political to blame.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/everyday-black-men--2988631/support.
Send us Fan MailSauce Mackenzie is back with another unfiltered Concrete Genius Podcast.Angel Reese just put up 20 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists on perfect 9-for-9 shooting, and Sauce has a message for everybody who rushed to tear her down. From there, he breaks down why Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers could become the rivalry the WNBA needs, gives Kelsey Mitchell her flowers — and an apology — and explains why the Indiana Fever remain one of the biggest draws in women's basketball.But this episode goes deeper than hoops. Sauce talks about discipline, working while everybody else is partying, choosing a great partner over lust, protecting Black men and women from constant online negativity, the struggles facing Gary and Northwest Indiana, and why throwing sexual objects onto WNBA courts has crossed way beyond trolling.We everywhere like air.Follow the movement at JohnLouden.com and ConcreteGeniusMedia.com.Support the show
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Concrete Genius Podcast, Sauce MacKenzie talks about the situation in Gary and Northwest Indiana and why he refuses to turn his hometown's hardship into content. The bigger conversation is about aging infrastructure, relief for residents and why Northwest Indiana deserves better. Then we switch gears. Chris Brown and Usher are headed to Indianapolis on Halloween, and Sauce has some hilarious predictions about what Indy is going to look like that night — plus the possibility of a Concrete Genius ticket giveaway. Finally, the WNBA continues to command attention. Sauce discusses Angel Reese, Caitlin Clark, A'ja Wilson and why fans should appreciate the increased spotlight on women's basketball instead of allowing negativity to consume the product. Also: Tupac, podcast culture, fitness, Black solidarity, infrastructure, relationships and plenty of off-script Concrete Genius.ConcreteGeniusMediaGlobal.com | JohnLouden.com | @ConcreteGeniusPodSupport the show
How you livin'…WHAAAAATTTT…?!?!?! Hopefully, live and in living color. Get it?? Crowned ReRe and Mr. Al Pete are, and will be visiting the decade of the 1990's and celebrating a few people that made those years golden for them. Why not bring you all into the conversation and to reflect on the fashion, the cultural impact, and also the family that ran this time period…and are still running it. Legacy moves, for sure. The family we're speaking on: The Wayans Family! This group of siblings have been a JOY to us through TV shows, movies, guest appearances, and more. It all started with In Living Color. Keenan Ivory Wayans set presence for his family (Damon, Kim, Shawn, and Marlon), along with stunning and complimentary talents (Tommy Davidson, Jamie Foxx, etc.). Then everyone spread to develop their own lanes and strengthen their legacies. What a time!ReRe and Pete skate through their segments: A Rose Is A Rose (new animated TV shows, etc.), Cactus (Black journalists going back and forth, cops in Duval, etc.), and the spotting of Tyler Perry. Enjoy the show and share with your podcast lovers. Thank you ALWAYS for listening! Stay connected and keep the flowers blooming. Follow the podcast and hosts: https://www.mpn-llc.com/fftcpodcast @fftcpodcast on all socials. Follow Crowned ReRe and Mr. Al Pete on their websites and platforms to see what's next in their journeys! Crowned ReRe: https://crownones.com | Instagram: @crowned_re_re_becca Listen to The CrownTalk Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@crownedrere2451/podcasts Mr. Al Pete: https://mralpete.com | Instagram: @mralpete Recorded and produced by The MPN Network/Mr. Al Pete.
Send us Fan MailEverybody has a microphone now. Everybody has an opinion. But that doesn't mean everybody understands what they're talking about.On this episode of the Concrete Genius Podcast, Sauce MacKenzie goes from basketball to culture, relationships, manhood and family — with no shortage of opinions along the way.First up: Angel Reese. The criticism surrounding her missed layups has become bigger than basketball. Yes, she needs to improve her finishing, but reducing a player's entire impact to one weakness ignores rebounding, passing, defense, physicality and everything else that affects winning.Then the conversation turns to Stephen A. Smith and the NABJ. If protecting Black women is the standard, should that standard extend beyond political commentary and include how women are treated throughout sports, entertainment, business and media?From there, Sauce discusses Jay-Z and Charlamagne Tha God, protecting hip-hop's cultural icons, and why successful Black figures often become targets as their influence grows.Then we switch gears.Men: it's time to level up.Grooming. Fitness. Diet. Confidence. Relationships. Taking care of yourself. Appreciating a good woman. Removing negative people from your circle. Becoming somebody you barely recognize 12 months from now.The episode closes with a provocative conversation about fatherhood, absent fathers and whether children always receive the complete story about why their parents separated.Sports. Culture. Relationships. Manhood. Growth.This is Concrete Genius.
In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with Tiara Jones, founder of Black Beautiful and Brilliant to discuss how their brand is centering identity, legacy, resilience, and empowering our community.Black Beautiful & Brilliant was created with Black women at the center. It exists as inspiration — to affirm their worth, reflect their power, and remind them of who they are, even in seasons that try to break them. This brand speaks to the woman who shows up, who carries generations, who holds it together, and still chooses to rise.The brand was first imagined by Tiara's late husband, Brian, long before they met. He believed deeply in the brilliance of Black women — in their resilience, intelligence, and ability to create something meaningful even in the face of adversity. He believed Black women deserved to be celebrated boldly and unapologetically, not just for what they endure, but for who they are.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:CONYERS, BURTON, GILMER-HILL HIGHLIGHT NEW MEMBERS TO DETROIT'S LEGISLATIVE CAUCUSMICHIGAN DEMOCRATS RALLY FOR UNITY AFTER CONTENTIOUS PRIMARY Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
The Everyday Black Men crew is back in the studio, and the side-eyes are flying early! Riker, Sham, Reed, Whyte Collar Suge, and Armstead bring their unfiltered takes to everything from politics and community caricatures to the real question: does anyone actually listen to opposing viewpoints anymore?Things take a serious detour as the guys unpack the dark side of the entertainment industry, the complicated legacies of Bobby, Whitney, and Quincy Jones, and the massive gap between claiming Christianity and actually living it. Plus, a grounded debate on whether you really need life insurance for your kids.But then… it gets messy. Riker puts Armstead in the hot seat about a woman he met at the bar, introducing us to her infamous "four-day rule." What follows is a hilarious and heated debate on modern dating expectations that ends with Riker having a shocking realization about himself.Tap in for the laughs, the debates, and the real talk.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/everyday-black-men--2988631/support.
Born in Trouble we can't quit ya if we wanted!. Masculinity as compassion, responsibility, and family connection rather than “alpha/beta” posturing. Manosphere grifters and who are the “sigma males,”? Dating regret, and learning from relationships and dating people with children. Online identity politics and racial/ethnic infighting as distractions that don't benefit. Is war about commerce and contractors? 00:00 Cold Open and Roll Call 01:20 Mic Check Chaos 01:59 Family Scares and Heimlich Story 04:17 Beyond the Manosphere 06:41 Alpha Beta Sigma Debate 08:31 Dating Lessons and Regret 10:13 Respecting Kids and Co Parenting 20:16 Identity Politics and No Leaders 29:49 Assimilation Then vs Now 30:38 ICE and Assimilation 31:14 Power and Racism 32:19 Podcast Truth Talk 35:30 Prices and Identity Wars 37:23 Internet Critics Clapback 40:09 Media Control and Costly Racism 43:13 Elites Hoard Wealth 46:28 Allies Over Enemies 48:03 Resources and Data Centers 49:45 Reagan Era Divide 51:04 Middle East War Machine 55:02 Outliers and Indoctrination 57:31 Closing Banter and Farewell
Civil Rights attorney Barbara Arnwine, President & Founder of the Transformative Justice Coalition, shares powerful insights on the urgent fight to protect voting rights and empower our communities ahead of the fall elections. Hear firsthand about the obstacles her organization faces—and why your involvement matters now more than ever. CEMOTAP’s Dr. James McIntosh will energize the session with a preview of next week's must-hear program on the Black Beauty Tax, exposing the billions our community invests in changing appearances and what that means for our collective power. Visionary publisher, author, and entrepreneur Dr. Rosie Milligan will also inspire us, and we’ll unveil AISHA—the revolutionary new AI website created by Black news outlets, Black Creators, and Black Culture to amplify our stories. This is not just another show—it's your opportunity to engage, learn, and help drive progress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with the State Director of the Working Families Party to discuss the results of Michigan's 2026 primary election.Michigan's 2026 primary election gained significant national attention as Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens faced off in a race that some said would determine the future of the democratic party. The Working Families Party believes that future includes making our nation work for the many, not the few. State by state they're building a multiracial party of working class people to transform our country.This year, in Michigan's election, they endorsed several candidates including several who have either appeared on Authentically Detroit plus several other candidates running for office across the state.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:BATTLE FOR THE SOUL OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY: VOTERS SOUND OFFBLACK VOTERS SHAPED THE DISCOURSE IN MICHIGAN U.S. SENATE PRIMARY Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Black men are highly visible in American culture, but increasingly absent from the places where long-term economic security is built: college campuses, stable employment, homeownership, and wealth. Why is that happening, and what do we do about it? Dr. Wes Bellamy joins Angela to discuss the new report, The Economic State of Black Men and Boys in the United States, and what the data reveals about the economic path Black men are navigating from childhood into adulthood. This is a conversation about more than unemployment numbers. It is about education, work, wealth, opportunity, and whether the institutions responsible for supporting Black men are actually meeting the moment. READ THE REPORT: https://www.vsu.edu/sola/departments/political-science/political-science/economic-state-black-men-boys.php GUESTS Dr. Wes Bellamy | Executive Director of the John Mercer Langston Political Political Institute at Virginia State University Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. 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 Smith 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.
Ben Crump put Nolan Wells on a National Urban League stage in Nashville the same week Mississippi pressure flipped from cable noise to lawyers. Three open files. One racial screenplay. Zero murder charges. Jason Whitlock breaks down what the Urban League is actually for — jobs, housing, schools — and why a Gulf Coast drowning doesn't need a convention hall. Clarence Thomas and Thomas Sowell vs. grief as inventory. Receipts from the full presser inside. ➢ Show Outline 00:00 Ben Crump's Lawsuits and the Grievance Roadshow 02:06 What the National Urban League Is Supposed to Stand For 03:36 The Nolan Wells Case and Crump's Grief Circus 05:07 Racial Gaslighting: Comparing Everything to George Floyd 08:37 Crump Profits From Black Pain 10:18 The Tables Turn: Defamation Lawsuits Against Crump 12:59 The Alex Jones Parallel and Civil Court Accountability 14:29 The National Urban League Has Hijacked Its Mission 16:46 Virgil Walker: Crump Is Damaging Black Communities 21:38 Could Crump End Up on the Supreme Court? 23:01 Black Leadership Is Failing the Discernment Test 27:07 The Feminization of Black Culture and Emotional Reasoning ➢ Follow Our GUESTS https://x.com/VirgilWalker ➢ Subscribe to Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/JasonWhitlock?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockClips?sub_confirmation=1 ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media: https://x.com/JasonWhitlock https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to Talk My Credo Podcast EP217!This week, the crew tackles a difficult but necessary question:What is the difference between Black culture and “ghetto” culture—and have we made the mistake of treating them as the same thing?The conversation begins with each member defining what the word “ghetto” means to them before examining the traditions, values, creativity, history, and shared experiences that make up Black culture.Are destructive behaviors sometimes defended simply because they exist within parts of the Black community? Does criticizing those behaviors unfairly attack Black people—or can honest criticism help protect and strengthen the culture?The crew debates whether struggle has become confused with identity, whether stereotypes are being reinforced from within and outside the community, and how we can separate authentic Black culture from behaviors that should not define an entire people.After the main discussion, the crew returns with The Shenanigan Report, covering the LeBron James-to-Philadelphia conversation, a heated Panthers versus Cowboys debate, Donald Trump's latest antics, a review of Kevin Hart's 72 Hours, Dee's new tattoo, and plenty of classic Talk My Credo foolishness.In this episode:✊ Black culture versus “ghetto” culture
In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with Jai Smith, an official Influencer for Detroit Public Schools Community District to discuss a youth perspective on politics ahead of the 2026 Michigan Primary Election.If you're looking to learn more about candidates in each race check out our forum, held in partnership with SEIU Michigan, which took place on July 18th, ahead of the 2026 Michigan U.S. House, State House, and State Senate elections.At the forum, residents had the chance to learn where candidates stand on community priorities, local policy, and issues shaping Detroit's Eastside.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit and watch the forum replay, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:WAYNE COUNTY VOTERS WILL SHAPE THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY'S FUTUREWHITMER ENDORSES STEVENS IN U.S. SENATE RACESupport the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Lamar "Black Ice" Manson helped bring spoken-word poetry into the mainstream as the first poet signed to Def Jam Records and a standout performer on HBO's "Def Poetry Jam." The Philadelphia native died at 54, leaving an enduring impact on poetry, hip-hop and generations of artists he inspired. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Born in Trouble (July Ep. 1): Race Politics, DEI Myths, Social Media Brain Rot & the Future of Power Host John X reunites with Grant “City Wing King” Lancaster and Andrew Johnson (Men, Money and Marriage) for the first July episode of Born in Trouble, ranging from humor to a wide discussion on racism, Argentina's history and demographics, and how race narratives play out in the U.S. They debate backlash to casting Black actors in fictional and historical roles, argue that DEI is scapegoated while “white entitlement incompetence” is ignored, and share personal experiences with hiring and promotions. The conversation criticizes social media for amplifying poorly processed information, links declining literacy and screen-based schooling to reduced recall and conversation skills, and touches on voting challenges in rural Black communities in states like Mississippi amid demographic shifts. 00:00 July Episode Kickoff 01:39 Afro Banter Reunion 03:18 Argentina Race Talk 06:40 History Of Erasure 09:47 Casting Culture Wars 11:44 Jaylen Brown And Control 17:13 Umar And Interracial Fears 23:46 Social Media Brain Rot 27:20 DEI Myths And Reality 30:56 White Entitlement Incompetence 33:02 Degrees Aren't Intelligence 33:50 Illiteracy and Screen Learning 35:07 Phones and Keeping Kids Smart 36:31 Free Speech Shelf Life 37:34 Mississippi Justice and Racism 40:17 Demographics and Voting Power 44:25 Politics Bought and Sold 47:22 Jobs, AI, and K Economy 49:57 Near Death and No Patience 54:16 Youth Must Lead Change 56:58 Indoctrination and Culture Wars 01:01:21 Conversation and Closing Out 01:02:42 Stop Fearing Being Smart 01:05:06 Empathy as a Nation's Test
In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down to discuss what went down at the 2026 Eastside Candidate Forum. The Eastside Candidate Forum, held in partnership with SEIU Michigan, took place on July 18th, ahead of the 2026 Michigan U.S. House, State House, and State Senate elections.At the forum, residents had the chance to learn where candidates stand on community priorities, local policy, and issues shaping Detroit's Eastside.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit and watch the replay, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:NO SHRI FOR ME: MCKINNEY BRINGS PROGRESSIVE CONGRESSIONAL HOPEFULSSupport the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with Organizer and Labor Policy Expert, Jasmine Kaltenbach to discuss the upcoming 2026 Eastside Candidate Forum.The Eastside Candidate Forum , held in partnership with SEIU Michigan, takes place on July 18th, ahead of the 2026 Michigan U.S. House, State House, and State Senate elections.At the forum, residents will have the chance to learn where candidates stand on community priorities, local policy, and issues shaping Detroit's Eastside.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit and register for the forum, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:HOW THE OBAMAS ARE MOTIVATING BLACK VOTERS IN MICHIGAN'S U.S. SENATE RACESupport the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Twitter launched to the public 20 years ago and quickly transformed how people followed breaking news, politics and major events. Black users helped shape the platform's language, humor and cultural influence, creating what became known as Black Twitter. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with the City Council Person for District 4, Latisha Johnson Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Wayne State Dr. William Shuster, and Environmental Justice Director at Eastside Community Network, Dr. Marie Garcia to discuss what's happening with the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) and the canals in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:ABDUL EL-SAYED LAUNCHES NEW AD TARGETING BLACK VOTERS AFTER MALLORY MCMORROW DROPS BID FOR SENATE Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
In this episode, Donna and Sam sat down with Sheba Rogers, Liz Kennedy, Ali Lakhani and Valerie Kelly-Bonner to discuss a series of mental health roundtable discussions Detroit Justice, Henry Ford Health's Trauma Recovery Center, and Strategies to Overcome Obstacles and Avoid Recidivism (SOOAR) have hosted in the city.Trauma is often thought of as an injury resulting from a motor vehicle crash or gunshot wound. However, trauma can be any event resulting in physical, emotional, or life-threatening harm that has lasting adverse effects on an individual. The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) is working to promote resiliency and holistic recovery for survivors following a crime. Their mission is to maximize the recovery of traumatically injured patients, families and communities through support, mental health services, education and access to resources.Since its founding in 2005, SOOAR has been committed to enhancing the lives of those in need throughout the Metro Detroit area. They measure success not just through data, but through the stories, feedback, and visible improvements in community well-being. SOOAR uses a holistic approach—offering education, support, and engagement—to promote healthier behaviors, reduce harms, and build stronger, resilient communities.The Detroit Justice Center (DJC) is a non-profit law firm and advocacy organization working to create just cities where every life is valued and supported with dignity and care. They are a national organization rooted in Detroit—a city emblematic of both the harms of racial capitalism and the resilience of community-led solutions. They engage in legal, policy, and narrative work to inspire the work of building just cities across the nation.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:BENSON BRINGS GOVERNOR CAMPAIGN ACROSS MICHIGAN Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
In this episode, Donna and Sam ran down some of the hottest political topics across the city including some of the upcoming primary elections. They also sat down the Jessica Kwalli, the owner of Jessica Blair Beauty.Jessica Kwalli is no stranger to identifying and servicing the needs of others which is why she is the Founder & CEO of Black Diamond Beauty Supply Co. LLC. As a native Detroiter, she was always at the epicenter of beauty and fashion. Growing up in the inner city made her realize there was a lack of representation and ownership in the hair care industry reflecting its largest consumers––African Americans. After repeated incidents of poor customer service and a lack of knowledge in Black hair at local beauty supply businesses, Kwalli made it her mission to create a hair care disruptor by the people and for the people.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Judson prepares to celebrate Pride in Albany just as Brian returns from Pride in West Hollywood. Judson declares the season High-Signal Summer after his signature brand of overt homosexuality attracts a new friend from across two streets. Brian spars with his second grader's teachers when they won't approve the book he plans to read to her class for Pride, and he is called out by his fifth grader for having Grindr on his phone. Judson appears on the second season of the documentary series Finding Fire Island. The Hookup of the Week finds our listener reuniting at a bathhouse with a favorite hookup from years past who happens to be a Daddy Bear Pornstar. Brian and Judson are then joined by global superstar - and a Grand Marshal of the 2026 New York City Pride March - Peppermint! An actress, singer, and comedian who rose to international fame on Season 9 of RuPaul's Drag Race and has become one of the most prominent voices in the fight for trans inclusion everywhere, Peppermint talks about the current barriers keeping trans people from living happy and healthy lives, why fighting for civil rights is a core part of her being, why she chose to audition for RuPaul's Drag Race, why her season wasn't appreciated at the time, the divisive Drag Race queen she admits is one of her favorites to tour with, and the extreme expense of drag competitions. She also details how she was required to audition for the role based on - and named for - her on Netflix's Survival of the Thickest, how she finds confidence through gratitude, her relationship with dating, what dating is like for trans women, and so much more. To close, Peppermint joins Brian and Judson in responding to a Go Ask Your Dad question from a listener who joined a gay sports league in an effort to make friends, only to find his team unwelcoming and uninterested in camaraderie. He wants to know whether there is any hope of finding gay fellowship or whether he should prepare for a future full of impenetrable cliques. Find Peppermint on Instagram at https://instagram.com/peppermint247/ Email your Hookup of the Week, Go Ask Your Dad and Dr. Daddy submissions to dadsanddaddies@gmail.com Dads and Daddies on the Web: https://www.dadsanddaddies.com/ Dads and Daddies on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dadsanddaddiespod Dads and Daddies on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dadsanddaddiespod.bsky.social Your hosts, Dad Brian Rubin-Sowers - https://www.instagram.com/ditmasparkpapa and Daddy Judson Morrow - https://www.instagram.com/gunclejudson Edited by Toby Rubin-Sowers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In this episode, Donna and Sam ran down some of the hottest political topics across the city including Mike Duggan's exit from the governor's race, Detroit's census case, UAW endorsements, money out of politics, and more!They also discuss Juneteenth and the importance of telling the story of Black people's freedom. The word "Juneteenth" bleeds "June" and "nineteenth," and the day is the oldest known celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. It became a federal holiday in 2021.Juneteenth marks the arrival of Union troops in Galveston, Texas. Many enslaved people already knew about the Emancipation Proclamation, issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863. What they lacked was the power to make freedom real. Union troops enforced emancipation and helped transform freedom from a proclamation into a reality. Freedom on paper and freedom in practice were not always the same thing. Juneteenth reminds us that freedom delayed is freedom denied — and freedom enforced changes lives.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:SHEFFIELD BACKS BENSON IN MICHIGAN GOVERNOR'S RACE Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant tackles a difficult but necessary conversation about what some have called "Black Fatigue," the frustration and exhaustion that comes from repeatedly seeing destructive behaviors that hurt the Black community and reinforce negative stereotypes. Alex says he wishes we could have a players-only meeting and deal honestly with some of the issues holding black people back. Using clips from a variety of Black voices, leaders, commentators, and cultural influencers, he highlights those who have been sounding the alarm for years. But this episode isn't just about identifying problems. It's about finding solutions. Drawing from the words of Tupac Shakur, Alex argues that real change begins when we change the way we think, the way we live, and the way we treat each other. This is a candid conversation about responsibility, culture, and the path forward. #TWWSI, #BlackFatigue, #BlackCulture, #CommunityLeadership, #PersonalResponsibility, #CultureChange, #Tupac, #FaithAndCulture, #RealTalk, #PastorAlexBryant, #TheWayWeSeeIt, #LeadershipMatters, #ChangeStartsWithUs, #StrongerTogether #Tupac Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources: Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram
In his debut novel, the civil rights attorney Ben Crump imagines a horrific crime that feels all too real. In Worse Than a Lie, a Black ex-police officer is shot 10 times by white officers in Chicago. The book's hero Attorney Beau Lee Cooper must find out what actually happened in order to seek justice. In today's episode, Crump joins NPR's Ayesha Rascoe for a conversation about writing a “legal thriller wrapped in Black culture.”To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedaySee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
Van and Rachel are back from the holiday break to react to Kevin Hart's response to problematic jokes at his roast, updates in the fight against redistricting, and Spencer Pratt's appeal to L.A. voters. Plus Jaxson Dart's MAGA moves, and Ray J gets KO'd. (0:00) Intro (15:54) Kevin Hart responds to roast critics (41:20) Iran conflict update (56:40) The redistricting battle (1:12:37) White wine spritzers (1:21:13) Spencer Pratt on homelessness (1:38:31) Jaxson Dart, Abdul Carter, and MAGA (1:49:03) Ray J's knockout Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Jade Whaley Social Producer: Bernard Moore Video Supervision: Chris Thomas and Jacob Cornett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices