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We'reeeeeeee baaaaaaaaaaack! Kaya and Aaron catch up on his thoughts on some of the recent Black Bravo shows including Real Housewives of Potomac, Married to Medicine and some interesting news out of Atlanta. Sit back and enjoy the laughs as we just released our thoughtd on the first few episodes of Traitors too.Check it out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kaya-and-aaron-take-the-traitors-usa-season-4-premiere/id1522055902?i=1000744760662FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM HERESUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON HEREOH YEAH WE ON THREADS HEREWHAT? YOU WANT OUR FACEBOOK? I GOT YOU RIGHT HERE
Heal the silent conversation between your mind and your body in just 10 minutes.In this episode of Calming Anxiety, we journey inward to explore the "Gut-Brain Revolution"—a soothing session designed to relax the Vagus Nerve and plant seeds of calmness in your inner garden. We often treat our minds and bodies as separate, but they are constantly communicating. This guided meditation gently unties the knots of worry in your stomach and helps you digest life with ease.In this session, you will experience:Vagus Nerve Activation: Deep belly breathing to signal safety to your brainstem and lower heart rate.Somatic Release: A guided visualization to melt tension from the solar plexus and "second brain".Inner Garden Visualization: Restore your microbiome and inner world with healing imagery of nature and symbiosis.Gut-Health Affirmations: Powerful statements to harmonize your digestion and intuition, such as "I trust my gut to guide me" and "As I heal my body, I calm my mind".Whether you are struggling with anxiety, digestive stress, or simply the rush of the world, this is your safe space to rest and digest.Support the Podcast: If you found peace in this session, please consider sharing it with a friend or colleague who needs a little calm today. Leaving a review helps others find this safe space.
Sponsor Links:This episode of Space Nuts is brought to you with the support of Antigravity A1. Experience the future of flight with the world's first all-in-one 8K 360 drone. With intuitive controls and immersive goggles, the Antigravity A1 redefines what it means to fly. Check it out at AntigravityA1.This episode of Space Nuts is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. Protect your online privacy with the fastest, most secure VPN. Enjoy exclusive deals and stay safe while browsing the cosmos at Nordvpn.com/spacenuts.Q&A Edition: Black Holes, Cosmic Expansion, and the Fate of the SunIn this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a series of thought-provoking questions from listeners. From the implications of a black hole's mass to the mysteries of cosmic expansion, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and cosmic curiosities.Episode Highlights:- Black Hole Mass and Star Density: Justin from Melbourne wonders about the radius in light years of a sphere containing the nearest 4 million stars, comparing it to the mass of Sagittarius A, the supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy. Andrew and Fred discuss star density and the methods to calculate it.- The Universe's Future: Charles from Brooklyn asks whether the universe's potential retraction would shorten its lifespan from trillions of years to just a few billion. The hosts delve into the complexities of dark energy and the various theories surrounding the fate of the universe.- What If the Sun Disappeared? Dean from Queensland poses a thought experiment about the consequences of the sun's sudden disappearance. Andrew and Fred explain how gravity and light travel at the same speed, leading to an eight-minute delay before Earth feels the effects of the sun's absence.- Voyager Plaque Mysteries: Patrick brings an intriguing question about the Voyager spacecraft and the accuracy of the plaques they carry. The hosts clarify the misconception and explore the significance of the messages sent into space.For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, Tumblr, Instagram, and TikTok. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favorite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/about.Stay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.
Cheats from the Black Baseball Mixtape and Felina from & They All Went to the Ballpark discuss the three-part HBO Original documentary Alex vs. A-Rod. This is the documentary that Alex Rodrigueaz wants you to see in the hopes that you will leave with a better understanding of the man and the player. Cheats and Felina discuss key points of the documentary and answer the critical question: Did it work? Do they leave this documentary feeling different about Alex, A-Rod, or both? Cheats is the founder of the Black Baseball Mixtape (https://blackbaseballmixtape.substack.com/)Felina is the founder of & They All Went to the Ballpark (https://felina510.substack.com/)
Today I am delighted to talk with Roderick Ferguson about his provocative and much-needed intervention, “An Interruption in Our Cowardice.” Initially driven by his deep disappointment in some Black intellectuals' compliance and even assistance with reactionary forces, this essay opens onto profound issues of institutionalization, professionalization, and the deadening and repressive mental, social, and intellectual habits being “accepted” create. In our conversation we spend some time talking about alternative, and very real counterexamples to cowardice, such as the fearless examples of the encampments of the Student Intifada. We note that such alternative sites have always been there historically, and that it is crucial to turn our eyes to those spaces, if we are going to preserve the promise of liberatory education.Roderick A. Ferguson is the William Robertson Coe Professor of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and American Studies at Yale University. He is also faculty in the Yale Prison Education Initiative as well as the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute/Yale National Initiative. He is the author of One-Dimensional Queer (Polity, 2019), We Demand: The University and Student Protests (University of California, 2017), The Reorder of Things: The University and Its Pedagogies of Minority Difference (University of Minnesota, 2012), and Aberrations in Black: Toward a Queer of Color Critique(University of Minnesota, 2004). He is the co-editor with Grace Hong of the anthology Strange Affinities: The Gender and Sexual Politics of Comparative Racialization (Duke University, 2011). He is also co-editor with Erica Edwards and Jeffrey Ogbar of Keywords of African American Studies (NYU, 2018). He is the 2020 recipient of the Kessler Award from the Center for LGBTQ Studies (CLAGS). His book In View of the Tradition: Black Art and Radical Thought will be released Fall 2026.
A CONTINUATION OF A WEEKLY WRAP-UP SO MASSIVE, WE SPLIT IT IN TWO! NOW... it's time to talk about THE TRAITORS! Season 4 of the Traitors is here, and we get everyone from Porsha Williams to Candiace Dillard to Stephen Colletti to Monet X Change! We got secret twists, EARLY banishments, and cliff hangers! DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TODAY! DON'T FORGET: This is part two of two, so head on over to part one to hear us discuss the Cult of the Real Housewife and the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City FINALE! Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Apple Podcasts! Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Spotify! Follow Emily on Instagram! Subscribe to Emily's YouTube channel, where we go live every single Sunday! *** HEY! Some of you have asked how you can show your appreciation for all the content provided by your mama's favorite Black geek. How about you buy me a beer/coffee? CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT! *** New episodes of “I Ken Not with Kendrick Tucker” are released weekly! DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW! I LOVE 5 STARS! EMAIL ME AT IKENNOTPODCAST@GMAIL.COM! FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM! FOLLOW ME ON THREADS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A WEEKLY WRAP-UP SO MASSIVE, WE SPLIT IT IN TWO! Apparently, in 2026… Emily and I have a LOT to say, mmkay?! IN THIS PART OF THE WEEKLY WRAP-UP, we discuss the Cult of the Real Housewife documentary and Mary's rebrand (Emily has now watched and has some major thoughts… and I think you know I do too), followed by the amazing season 6 finale of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City! Meredith is EXHAUSTED, Bronwyn is ANGRY, and the theater kids are WINNING! DOWNLOAD AND LISTEN TODAY! DON'T FORGET: This is part one of two, so head on over to part two to hear us discuss the first 3 episodes of season 4 of… THE TRAITORS! Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Apple Podcasts! Listen to “She's Speaking with Emily Hanks” podcast on Spotify! Follow Emily on Instagram! Subscribe to Emily's YouTube channel, where we go live every single Sunday! *** HEY! Some of you have asked how you can show your appreciation for all the content provided by your mama's favorite Black geek. How about you buy me a beer/coffee? CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT! *** New episodes of “I Ken Not with Kendrick Tucker” are released weekly! DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE, AND REVIEW! I LOVE 5 STARS! EMAIL ME AT IKENNOTPODCAST@GMAIL.COM! FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM! FOLLOW ME ON THREADS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you ready to power down? You've managed your light exposure, timed your caffeine, and optimized your environment. Now, the calculation phase ends, and the surrender begins.In this episode of Calming Anxiety, we move beyond standard relaxation into Sleep Maxxing—a guided protocol designed to manually switch your operating system from sympathetic (fight or flight) to parasympathetic (rest and digest).In this 10-minute deep recovery session, you will:Activate the Vagus Nerve: Utilize a specific 4-6 nasal breathing cadence to increase Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and seal energy leaks.Trigger the Glymphatic Flush: Visualize the brain's "nightly rinse cycle" clearing out metabolic waste and adenosine buildup.Optimize Thermoregulation: Signal the hypothalamus to initiate hibernation by visualizing a core body temperature drop.Overcome Orthosomnia: Learn to let go of sleep tracker anxiety (Oura/Whoop scores) and trust your body's ancient biological wisdom.Access Delta Waves: Drift toward the slow, high-amplitude waves where growth hormone is released and tissue repair occurs.This is not just sleep; this is high-efficiency biological recovery. Whether you are a biohacker or just someone looking to quiet a busy mind, this session is your off-switch."If this session helped you find that quiet place where rest finally feels possible, please remember: you are worthy of this peace every single night. If you know someone who is carrying too much weight on their shoulders, share this episode with them—sometimes the greatest gift we can give is the permission to rest. Sweet dreams, and take care of yourself."
The playoffs are finally here, and the Steelers will suit up to play a very nasty Texans defense on Monday Night Football. The entire season comes down to this fated night. Will the black and gold persevere, ending their playoff win drought? Will the Monday Night home wins record continue, or will it all come crashing down? Join host Philly G as we break down all of this and more on today's episode of "Black and Bold". This podcast is a part of the Steel Curtain Network, a proud member of the Fans First Sports Network. Check out our exclusive 20% off deals with Hyper Natural, Big Fork Brands, and Strong Coffee Company HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I mentioned the astroturfed protest for Maduro, but I guarantee you that the protests celebrating his removal are far larger, and not one dollar spent on them. They were truly organic.No pre-printed signs, just the Venezuelan flag flying proudly.And what was missing? A huge military presence after the US frees a country. The celebration of Maduro's removal in Venezuela was one of the largest I've seen, and they are happening anywhere you have a large concentration of Venezuelan expats.The media won't dare interview real Venezuelans on this.I'd like to deliver some good news as we expose Democrats, a group who is about to have the worst year, since losing the Civil War. In what I promise you will happen again, and again…For the first time in RECORDED HISTORY, North Carolina now has more registered Republicans than Democrats.I saw a meme that read: I'm done defending Somali fraudsters. This week I'm defending Nicolas Maduro.How many limbs can you lose in Trump's bear traps before you finally give up?Venezuelans are doing the Trump dance. Frankly, I would love to visit Venezuela in a year or so. The dollar will be strong. The people will LOVE Americans, actually most already do.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Long before MAGA hats became a neurological trigger for progressives, Trump's brand was welcomed straight into the heart of Leftism: Hollyweird. He was the brash billionaire builder, the embodiment of American excess wrapped in confidence and spectacle. He turned construction cranes and skyline silhouettes into cultural currency.That acceptance didn't plateau. It accelerated.The Apprentice wasn't a novelty hit. It was a juggernaut. NBC didn't air it reluctantly; they structured prime-time around it. When Celebrity Apprentice followed, Trump crossed from wealthy curiosity to full-scale cultural authority. Careers rose and fell based on his approval. He wasn't just famous anymore. He was consequential.Trump had become a star-maker.Anyone pretending otherwise is lying, and the archives are merciless. There are hundreds of clips, interviews, and quotes of Left-wing figures praising Trump openly. Joy Behar herself once declared she “loved Donald Trump,” a statement that now survives as an artifact she wishes would disappear:See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Harry "Bucky" Lew leapt over pro basketball's color wall in 1902 and continued to integrate every single role in the game over the next 25 years. He was the first Black player, coach, manager, referee, and franchise owner in otherwise white leagues. His accomplishments were well documented in the newspapers of his day, but he has largely been forgotten, despite his assist to the Dodgers in finding a home for their first Black players in the United States and the full integration of all major league sports that soon followed. Covering Lew's entire sporting career and major league legacy, this biography shows how he persevered and triumphed over adversity to provide a shining example for those seeking full participation across the sports spectrum. Paul Knepper covered the New York Knicks for Bleacher Report. His first book was The Knicks of the Nineties: Ewing, Oakley, Starks and the Brawlers That Almost Won It All. His next book, Moses Malone: The Life of a Basketball Prophet, is now available. You can reach Paul at paulknepper@gmail.com and follow him on Twitter @paulieknep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies
On this episode of the pregnantish podcast, we sit down with U.S. sprinter, Olympic 2024 Bronze Medalist and Athlos Champion, Brittany Brown, for an honest conversation about what it means to go the distance when your body is both your instrument and your battleground.Brittany shares her unconventional path to the Olympic podium—and how that journey led her to speak openly about the realities women, especially Black women, face in medicine and in sport.At the heart of this episode is Brittany's experience living with endometriosis: years of debilitating pelvic pain, medical dismissal, and the long road to diagnosis. She opens up about realizing something wasn't normal, the dead ends she hit searching for answers, and the alarming medical advice she received before finally being diagnosed in 2023 through the USOPC network. She also reflects on the emotional journey that followed- the relief at being validated, paired with difficult questions about fertility, egg freezing, timing, and access, even as an elite athlete in the middle of a competitive season.Perhaps most powerful is Brittany's honesty about the risk of telling the truth publicly. In a world where contracts, sponsorships, and perception matter, she shares the very real fear of disclosure and the unexpected reward: connection, community, and a flood of women and athletes also navigating infertility diagnoses. Presented by Tru Niagen, the episode also features a special mid-roll conversation with Dr. Yasmeen Nkrumah-Elie, Global Director of External Research at Niagen Bioscience, exploring mitochondrial health, NAD+, inflammation, and why cellular energy matters for both athletic performance and reproductive health. Use code EGGS20 for 20% off at TruNiagen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode of In Godfrey We Trust, Godfrey dives into everything from Black-owned businesses and pop culture to music, comedy history, and the state of hip-hop.Peter Gunz joins the conversation to talk about his new single “Run”, his upcoming album The Diary of Billy White, working with DJ Quik, and why artists need to take creative risks. The crew debates why today's artists don't study the greats, how consistency beats talent online, and why “bombs are getting bags.”Sharay "Punisher" Hayes is also on the show this week and the convo spirals into raw, unfiltered stories about fame, performance anxiety, aging, relationships, myths, wild medical facts, and the psychology behind confidence.Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer, random videos Godfrey found on the internet and so much more! We're not reinventing the wheel, we're just talking 'ish twice a week... with GODFREY on In Godfrey We Trust.Original Air Date: 01/06/2026----------------------------------------------
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Do you apologize when someone else bumps into you? Do you scan the room to ensure everyone else is happy, leaving yourself exhausted and invisible?This isn't just "being nice"—it is a biological survival strategy known as the Fawn Response.In the final episode of our Nervous System Reset mini-series, we tackle the hidden trauma response of People Pleasing. We move beyond the mindset of "just say no" and use Somatic Healing to teach your body that it is safe to take up space.In this guided session, you will learn:The Science of Fawning: Why your nervous system chooses to "merge" with others to avoid conflict.Somatic Grounding: Using the "Dinosaur Tail" and "Golden Thread" techniques to find your physical center.The "Bubble of Authority": A powerful physical exercise to define your personal boundaries and stop energy leaks.Boundary Affirmations: Rewiring the brain to understand that "My 'No' is a complete sentence".Key Affirmation from this episode: "I do not need to earn love by being useful. It is safe for me to disappoint others to protect myself." Complete the Series:Ep 2: Escaping Functional Freeze (The "Shutdown" Response)Ep 3: Calming the Racing Mind (The "Fight or Flight" Response)Share the Healing: If this series helped you understand your own nervous system, please Share this episode with a friend who needs a reset. You can text them the link right now—it might be the permission they need to set a boundary today.
Trump and Vance disparage the Minnesota woman who was fatally shot by an ICE agent. Musk's Grok AI continues to generate thousands of undressed images per hour on X. FL school board member goes on racist rant about Black people. Host: Ben Gleib (@bengleib) Co-Host: Tehran Von Ghasri (@IAmTehran) *** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE ☞ https://www.youtube.com/IndisputableTYT FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK ☞ https://www.facebook.com/IndisputableTYT TWITTER ☞ https://www.twitter.com/IndisputableTYT INSTAGRAM ☞ https://www.instagram.com/IndisputableTYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pharice Brown is a literary activist, book publisher, and founder of Pain to Prosperity Publishing, a platform dedicated to amplifying powerful Black and Brown voices too often overlooked in mainstream publishing. Leveraging her background in corporate strategy and her passion for professional and personal storytelling, Pharice has created a company focused on legacy, impact, and authentic representation. She helps future authors overcome doubt, discover their stories, and navigate the publishing process to create works that resonate and inspire. In this episode of Marketer of the Day, Robert Plank sits down with Pharice Brown to discuss the journey from corporate boardrooms to literary entrepreneurship. Pharice shares how everyone has a story worth telling, why personal experiences and professional expertise both deserve an audience, and the importance of visibility and marketing in the publishing journey. They dig deep into the biggest challenges authors face, especially getting started, being open to feedback, and embracing creativity and fun through marketing. You'll hear about overcoming imposter syndrome, strategies for finishing and launching a book, the differences between self-publishing and working with a publisher, and real-world success stories of new authors. Pharice offers practical advice, motivational support, and free 15-minute strategy calls to help aspiring writers take the first step. Quotes: “Everyone has a book inside them. The real question is how you choose to spend it and whether you'll let it be read.” “Your core idea doesn't need to change, but your information might. Growth comes from being open enough to refine the message so it's truly worth reading.” “Write the book. Show up consistently. Have fun. Be creative and let the world decide its value.” Resources: Connect with Pharice Brown on LinkedIn Explore Pain2ProsperityPublishing
Audible Bleeding Editor and vascular surgery fellow Richa Kalsi (@KalsiMD) is joined by 4th year general surgery resident Sasank Kalipatnapu (@ksasank), JVS editor Dr. Audra Duncan (@ADuncanVasc), and JVS-VL editor Dr. Ruth Bush (@RuthLBush) to discuss two great articles in the JVS family of journals. Today's episode hosts Dr. Lowenkamp, Dr. Sridharan (@domenickna1), and Dr. Lin. Articles: Part 1:Female patients at increased risk for adverse outcomes after acute limb ischemia (Dr. Lowenkamp & Dr. Sridharan) Part 2: Evaluation of factors underlying differences in venous thromboembolism rates between Black and White patients (Dr. Lin) Show Guests Dr. Mikayla Lowenkamp - PGY4 Integrated Vascular Surgery Resident at the University of Pittsburgh Dr. Natalie Sridharan - Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Dr. Mary Lin - PGY3 General surgery resident at the University of Maryland School of Medicine applying into vascular surgery Follow us @audiblebleeding Learn more about us at https://www.audiblebleeding.com/about-1/ and provide us with your feedback with our listener survey.
Trump's Deposition of Maduro: A Strategic Pivot for the Western HemisphereOn January 3, 2026, U.S. forces conducted a military operation in Venezuela, resulting in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and the effective end of his regime. energypolicy.columbia.eduThis action, directed by President Donald Trump, marks a significant escalation in U.S. foreign policy toward Latin America. Beyond immediate regime change, the move addresses longstanding concerns about foreign influence in the region, while promising humanitarian, security, and economic benefits. By removing Maduro, the U.S. aims to neutralize Russian and Chinese footholds close to its borders, alleviate a massive refugee crisis, enhance national security, and foster a prosperous trading partner in Venezuela. This fits into a broader Trump administration strategy to reassert U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere, as evidenced by actions in Panama and alliances with leaders like El Salvador's Nayib Bukele.Countering Undeniable Russian and Chinese InfluenceRussia and China have maintained substantial presences in Venezuela for years, using economic and military ties to expand their influence in the Western Hemisphere. Russia provided Venezuela with loans exceeding $17 billion, often repaid in oil, and supplied advanced weaponry, including air defense systems. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Trump's on a dictator demolition derby – Maduro's in the can, so naturally the crosshairs swing stateside. Walz gets "retired" first (indictment incoming, mark my words), Newsom's sweating his California castle crumbling next. And Ilhan Omar? She's gotta be the most panicked person in Congress right now – passport ready, eyeing that flight back to Somalia before expulsion or worse hits.Trump's making tyrants – foreign and domestic – dismantle themselves one epic fail at a time. Here is how Fox News reported it.[X] SB – Fox News on Tim Walz not seeking re-electionFall from grace. Several progressive ideas. Obama's attention. Twitter. Kamala Harris. Running mate.Introduced at the convention, called himself a knucklehead. Billions stolen. No 3rd term. Walz hit Trump.Colder meaner place. Poison. Attacking our neighbors.98% of arrestees were Somalis. Drag on the party nationally…What's next? Will Walz resign? The problems is that nothing will change, as they will only replace Walz with another stoogeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode of The Dirt Podcast, Coach Loretta and Coach Lindsay are joined by special guest Dr. Tonya Olson, DPT — physical therapist and co-author of Fix Your Feet — for a deep dive into the most overlooked (and abused) part of the ultra runner's body. We're talking all things feet, including: Plantar fasciitis Achilles issues Black toenails & blisters How the brain and nervous system influence foot pain and performance. And yes… you may have been smudged! Whether you're brand new to running or a seasoned ultra runner with battle-tested feet, this episode will help you understand why foot issues happen — and what actually helps. If your feet hurt, have hurt, or you're trying to keep them healthy for the long haul… this one's for you.
The Great Migration saw more than six million African Americans leave the US South between 1910 and 1970. Though the experiences of migrant laborers are well-known, countless African Americans also left the South to pursue entrepreneurial opportunities and viewed business as key to Black liberation. Detroit's status as a mecca for Black entrepreneurship illuminates this overlooked aspect of the Great Migration story. In Freedom Enterprise, Kendra D. Boyd uses "migrant entrepreneurship" as a lens through which to understand the entwined histories of Black-owned business, racial capitalism, and urban space. Freedom Enterprise follows Black Southerners' journeys to Detroit during the initial wave of migration in the 1910s and 1920s, through their efforts to build a prosperous Black business community in the 1930s and 1940s, to the destruction of that community through urban renewal projects and freeway construction in the 1950s and 1960s. Combining business and social history methods to analyze an eclectic archive, Boyd chronicles migrant entrepreneurs' experiences, highlighting tales of racial and economic violence, Black women's business organizing, illegal business, communist entrepreneurs, and cooperative economics. Boyd uses the framework of racial capitalism to examine migrant entrepreneurs' experiences in twentieth-century America. In the Jim Crow South, African Americans worried about white mobs taking away their property, wealth, and lives. Though they sought refuge in Detroit, migrant entrepreneurs subsequently faced the loss of their livelihoods and the businesses they had spent decades building to the bulldozers of state-sponsored urban redevelopment initiatives. Southern migrants' "freedom enterprise"--their undertaking of attaining freedom through business--was curtailed by the reality of operating within the confines of US racial capitalism. In tracing Black entrepreneurs across the Great Migration, Freedom Enterprise provides important insights into African Americans' activism for racial and economic justice and continued racialized wealth disparities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies
There are countless movies about dragons, unicorns, leprechauns, and sasquatches. But none of them can hold a candle to these five mythical West African creatures that deserve their own fantasy movies. Original Air Date: September 2023 — 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. We exist to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode moved you, share it with your people! Thanks for supporting the work. The production team for this podcast includes Cydney Smith, Len Webb, and Lilly Workneh. Our editors are Lance John and Avery Phillips from Gifted Sounds Network. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
One of the most famous doctors of his time could not step foot in a hospital to treat his own patients, even if they were about to die! What did he do to deserve such treatment from the medical community? — 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. We exist to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode moved you, share it with your people! Thanks for supporting the work. The production team for this podcast includes Cydney Smith, Len Webb, and Lilly Workneh. Our editors are Lance John and Avery Phillips from Gifted Sounds Network. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this special episode of Straight White American Jesus, Brad Onishi is joined by the Reverend Angela Denker to discuss the killing of Renee Nicole Good by ICE in Minneapolis on January 7th. As video footage circulates and national leaders offer sharply conflicting accounts—from Minnesota officials describing an unjustified killing to figures like JD Vance and Kristi Noem framing it as lawful self-defense—the episode centers on the human cost of gaslighting and state-sanctioned violence. Denker, a Minneapolis resident who lives near the site of the shooting, offers an on-the-ground account of the aftermath: canceled schools, traumatized children, vigils and protests, and a city once again forced to grieve amid gaslighting and cruelty from those in power. Drawing on her experience as a Lutheran pastor, journalist, and leading critic of Christian nationalism, Denker reflects on courage, solidarity, and the widening scope of state-sanctioned violence. Together, she and Onishi explore why this killing—of a white American woman—has jolted public consciousness, even as similar violence has long been inflicted on Black, Indigenous, and immigrant communities. The conversation situates Minneapolis's response within its history of resistance, faith-based organizing, and collective care, while naming the lie that white supremacy protects anyone. This episode is a raw, urgent meditation on grief, truth-telling, and the moral stakes of this political moment—and a call to remember Renee Nicole Goode not only in death, but in the fullness of her life and humanity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman
Lady! This week Terri and Dr. Dom welcome powerhouse visionary Ashley McGirt-Adair to Cultivating H.E.R. Space to broaden your awareness to additional tools and resources available to you as you travel along your healing path. Ashley is a dynamic trailblazer who listened to her inner wisdom and allowed that internal voice to guide her as she built a thriving clinical practice and foundation geared towards helping Black women afford the mental health care we so often need. Ashley is the founder of the Therapy Fund Foundation, a nonprofit focused on eliminating barriers to mental health care in Black and historically excluded communities. She is also the author of the forthcoming book, The Cost of Healing in Silence: Navigating Racial Trauma and the Call for Culturally Responsive Care. Ashley keeps it real about the barriers that keep Black women from tending to themselves and how she found the courage to step out on faith and build the phenomenal service she’s offering to the world. Since slavery Black Americans have experienced a litany of traumatic events and have somehow managed to survive to this present day. The issue is that until we, collectively, address those numerous traumas and all of their manifestations we will continue to just do that – survive. Ashley and her team want us to thrive and they are committed to connecting Black women with culturally attuned and responsive providers who are equipped to navigate the complex and layered issues that we face. Lady, there are many forces in this world that are designed to weigh you down and discourage you from reaching your full potential. But, like the sea turtles making their pilgrimage to the water you, too, can make the arduous trek from being broken and in pieces to being in your power. Tune in to today’s episode for actionable steps and resources you can access right now! Don’t forget you can also book a consultation with Dr. Dom so that you can establish your team of providers ready to help you breakthrough to your next level. We love you for real, lady! Quote of the Day: "We need access, equity, and action that ensures healing isn’t a privilege, it’s a right." – Ashley McGirt-Adair Goal Mapping Starter Guide Cultivating H.E.R. Space Sanctuary Where to find Ashley McGirt-Adair: Website: Therapy Fund Foundation Instagram: @therpayfundfoundation Facebook: Therapy Fund Foundation Website: Ashley McGirt Book: The Cost of Healing in Silence: Navigating Racial Trauma and the Call for Culturally Responsive Care LinkedIn: Ashley McGirt Instagram: @therapywithash Facebook: Ashley McGirt Counseling Services LLC Twitter (X): @TherapywithAsh YouTube: Ashley McGirt Resources: Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice Get That Pitch Workshop: Turn your story and expertise into speaking gigs, media features, and collaborations, without a publicist. Visit GetThatPitch.com and Use code HERSPACE for a special listener discount. Branding with Terri Melanin and Mental Health Therapy for Black Girls Psychology Today Therapy for QPOC Therapy Fund Foundation Where to find us: Twitter: @HERspacepodcast Instagram: @herspacepodcast Facebook: @herspacepodcast Website: cultivatingherspace.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2024 dark comedy drama, "On Becoming a Guinea Fowl." The film follows Shula, who on an empty road in the middle of the night, stumbles across the body of her uncle. As funeral proceedings begin around them, she and her cousins bring to light the buried secrets of their middle-class Zambian family.
Is your heart pounding, your mind racing, and your body filled with an urgent need to run? You aren't losing your mind—you are stuck in a "Fight or Flight" loop.If you are experiencing a panic attack, high-functioning anxiety, or the feeling of being overwhelmed, this episode is your emergency brake. In Part 3 of our Nervous System Reset mini-series, we move from the "Freeze" response into regulating the "Sympathetic Storm."In this guided session, you will learn how to:Stop a Panic Attack Instantly: Use the neuroscience-backed "Physiological Sigh" to mechanically lower your heart rate in seconds.Hack Your Amygdala: Use Panoramic Vision to signal safety to your primal brain and turn off tunnel vision.Quiet Racing Thoughts: Shift from "Protection Mode" back to "Connection Mode" using somatic grounding techniques.Reclaim Your Safety: Powerful affirmations to convince your nervous system that the emergency is over.You cannot think your way out of a panic spiral; you have to breathe your way out. Press play to turn off the internal alarm bell and return to calm.Listen to the previous episode: Stuck on the Sofa? Breaking Functional Freeze (Ep 2)Support the Podcast: If this episode helped you find your breath again, please Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts. Your 5-star ratings help other anxious hearts find these tools.
In the ninety-third episode, Roy and Rob recap the victory for the AFC North crown against the Baltimore Ravens and then give their thoughts to the coaching changes around the AFC North. After the break the guys get you ready for the Wild Card weekend matchup against the Houston Texans, including their predictions! Follow Roy on X @PreacherBoyRoy or on Instagram @bigcountryscoutingllc Follow Robert Robinson on X @RobRobGraphics New Centerville Church of God Service link. Information about The Heyward House Go check out my work, as well as Jim Wexell and all the great staff at Steel City Insider on 247sports.com Order Jim Wexell's latest book, If These Walls Could Talk: Stories from the Sideline, Locker Room, and Press Box, that features the late Craig Wolfley. Stay Humble, and Be A Blessing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Trump and Vance disparage the Minnesota woman who was fatally shot by an ICE agent. Musk's Grok AI continues to generate thousands of undressed images per hour on X. FL school board member goes on racist rant about Black people. Host: Dr. Rashad Richey (@IndisputableTYT) Co-Host: Elliott Morgan (@ElliottcMorgan) *** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE ☞ https://www.youtube.com/IndisputableTYT FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK ☞ https://www.facebook.com/IndisputableTYT TWITTER ☞ https://www.twitter.com/IndisputableTYT INSTAGRAM ☞ https://www.instagram.com/IndisputableTYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's 2026 which means a brand new year of Magic set releases for Serge, Nelson, and Wheeler to look at with their razor sharp wit, and masterful knowledge of Canadian Highlander. This week on the show the guys take a look at what's on offer from Lorwyn Eclipsed. Specifically White, Blue, Black, and Red. This podcast is sponsored by Card Kingdom. Ordering from Card Kingdom? Tell them “LRR sent me, button please!” for a one inch button with a Magic goof on it. http://cardkingdom.com/LRR Serge Yager — https://bsky.app/profile/sergeyager.bsky.social Benjamin Wheeler — https://bsky.app/profile/wheeler.bsky.social Nelson Salahub — https://bsky.app/profile/coachnelly.bsky.social What is Canadian Highlander? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLo76slMBAQ Canadian Highlander Points List: https://www.canadianhighlander.ca/points-list/ Canadian Highlander Website: https://www.canadianhighlander.ca Canadian Highlander YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbdfxCOi0vvWXFqSHfrywvw Support LRR: http://patreon.com/loadingreadyrun Merch: https://store.loadingreadyrun.com Discord: https://discord.gg/lrr Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/loadingreadyrun Check out our other channels! Video Games: http://youtube.com/LRRVG Tabletop: http://youtube.com/LRRTT Magic the Gathering: http://youtube.com/LRRMTG Comedy: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyRun Streams: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyLive #Magic #Highlander #lrrmtg
Max Bretos pulls back the curtain each week with expert analysis of the Black & Gold on the "Inside LAFC" podcast. Join in LIVE and submit your questions.
LAFC+ Podcast Episode #86, “Welcome To 2026!” kicks off the new year as Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz define what success should look like for LAFC in 2026. Fresh off Mario's trip of a lifetime to Europe, he turns the tables and asks Dave to dream up his ultimate LAFC matchday experience. The guys also break down how new Black & Gold midfielder Jacob Shaffelburg could fit into the system and impact the squad. Plus, plenty of reaction to all the latest signings and moves happening around MLS as the season approaches.
It's 2026 which means a brand new year of Magic set releases for Serge, Nelson, and Wheeler to look at with their razor sharp wit, and masterful knowledge of Canadian Highlander. This week on the show the guys take a look at what's on offer from Lorwyn Eclipsed. Specifically White, Blue, Black, and Red. This podcast is sponsored by Card Kingdom. Ordering from Card Kingdom? Tell them “LRR sent me, button please!” for a one inch button with a Magic goof on it. http://cardkingdom.com/LRR Serge Yager — https://bsky.app/profile/sergeyager.bsky.social Benjamin Wheeler — https://bsky.app/profile/wheeler.bsky.social Nelson Salahub — https://bsky.app/profile/coachnelly.bsky.social What is Canadian Highlander? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLo76slMBAQ Canadian Highlander Points List: https://www.canadianhighlander.ca/points-list/ Canadian Highlander Website: https://www.canadianhighlander.ca Canadian Highlander YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbdfxCOi0vvWXFqSHfrywvw Support LRR: http://patreon.com/loadingreadyrun Merch: https://store.loadingreadyrun.com Discord: https://discord.gg/lrr Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/loadingreadyrun Check out our other channels! Video Games: http://youtube.com/LRRVG Tabletop: http://youtube.com/LRRTT Magic the Gathering: http://youtube.com/LRRMTG Comedy: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyRun Streams: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyLive #Magic #Highlander #lrrmtg
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SpaceTime with Stuart Gary Gary - Series 29 Episode 4In this episode of SpaceTime, we explore the latest revelations about supermassive black holes, the enigmatic interstellar comet 3I Atlas, and NASA's innovative tests on lunar surface interactions.Do All Galaxies Host Supermassive Black Holes?A groundbreaking study utilizing NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory challenges the long-held belief that all galaxies harbor supermassive black holes at their centers. Analyzing data from over 1,600 galaxies, researchers discovered that only about 30% of dwarf galaxies contain these cosmic giants. The findings, published in the Astrophysical Journal, provide crucial insights into the formation of supermassive black holes and suggest that smaller galaxies may have significantly fewer black holes than their massive counterparts.No Evidence of Alien Intelligence from Comet 3I AtlasDespite sensational claims, a thorough investigation into the interstellar comet 3I Atlas has yielded no signs of extraterrestrial technology. Observations from the Green Bank Radio Telescope during the comet's closest approach revealed only radio frequency interference, dismissing earlier speculations of alien signals. The analysis reinforces the understanding that the comet's behavior aligns with natural phenomena, rather than advanced civilizations.NASA's Rocket Plume Studies on Lunar RegolithNASA is conducting new experiments to understand how rocket plumes interact with the lunar surface, crucial for future lunar landings. Using a sophisticated camera system, scientists are simulating rocket engine behavior in a vacuum chamber to analyze the impact of exhaust on lunar dust and rocks. The data collected will inform the design of landing systems for the Artemis missions and future Mars explorations, ensuring crew safety and mission success.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesAstrophysical JournalNASA ReportsJournal of Molecular and Cellular BiochemistryBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.(00:00:00) This is Space Time Series 29, Episode 4 for broadcast on 9 January 2026(00:00:47) Study reveals fewer supermassive black holes in smaller galaxies(00:12:30) No signs of alien technology from comet 3I Atlas(00:20:10) NASA's lunar regolith plume interaction tests(00:25:00) Science report: Microplastics and neurodegenerative diseases, dog ownership and community ties
Welcome, history bestie, to the season 12 premiere!! I'm TK, your tour guide to the past, and today we're starting this season off strong with the longest "Women History Owes an Apology Too" episode I've ever done. From pre-history to the Sumerians, all across Europe and beyond, women have been the brewers of beer and the keepers of the keg. That was until the fellas found out that they could make some serious cash in a Post Black Plague Europe. In this episode, we'll learn about
Welcome, history bestie, to the season 12 premiere!! I'm TK, your tour guide to the past, and today we're starting this season off strong with the longest "Women History Owes an Apology Too" episode I've ever done. From pre-history to the Sumerians, all across Europe and beyond, women have been the brewers of beer and the keepers of the keg. That was until the fellas found out that they could make some serious cash in a Post Black Plague Europe. In this episode, we'll learn about
This will be our first full week of the new year. And what's funny is all the news that is Now the world knows how Democrats play the game. And we know the game is rigged.Forget draining the swamp, when all you needed to do was close the border. That was the first domino to fall in the exposure—and ultimate destruction-- of the Democratic Party.[X] SB – Woman explains how Trump crackdown on illegalsMinnesota is the boilerplate for how Democrats have tried to destroy America. Remember Agenda 21? Well, we are seeing it unfold. Bring in millions of illegals under the guise of asylum. Encourage them to live in enclaves and not assimilate. They build a massive voting bloc, then you assign leadership. Once leadership is assigned, you fund their grifts and ensure that money comes back to the Democratic Party to rinse and repeat. In the case of Minnesota, it's easy to spot how the game has unfolded.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We have so many things brewing today. ALL good news for Conservatives. We are winning now without even training. If you've ever done anything well, you know what it feels like to be in the zone. We are in the zone.Welcome…Stock market surging. It will hit 50,000 soon, especially if SCOTUS upholds tariffs; they should. CNN Enten on no rift in the Republican partySupport. Do you need the words, “this issue”?I should have spoken more about J6, on that day but honestly we missed it. My entire team. Days later, and we are finally noticing the Democrats' Kabuki Theater… the candlelight vigil Democrats staged.For Ashli Babbitt? I heard her murderer has been perpetrating a fraud similar to the Somalis. Is there a Leftist who isn't stealing from taxpayers?As for J6, the President issued a statement calling J6 what it is…a Leftist-created ruse. I will make you a bet that next year, there will be no J6 vigil, because it will be fully exposed.This is an hour of amazing news. I see no daylight for Democrats.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Summer 1936: Rainey Bethea, a young Black man, is tried for the rape and murder of an elderly white woman. The all-white, all-male jury takes just four and a half minutes to find him guilty. Bethea is hanged near the banks of the Ohio River in Owensboro, Kentucky, with more than twenty thousand white people in attendance. The crowd turns the violent spectacle of Bethea's hanging—the last documented public execution in the United States—into a brutal carnival. Bethea's story came to author Sonya Lea through her family, and it is through her family that she reckons with its truths. At her grandmother's funeral, Lea received an oral history recorded by a neighbor. In its pages, Lea, who is descended from white Kentuckians on both sides, discovered that two of the spectators at Bethea's execution were her grandparents, teenage newlyweds Sherrel and Frances Ralph. Lea's research would also divulge that she was related to the prosecuting attorney for the Commonwealth, the man considered most responsible for Bethea's hanging. American Bloodlines: Reckoning with Lynch Culture (University Press of Kentucky, 2025) combines memoir with reportage and cultural criticism to interrogate and complicate the traditional narrative about how lynch culture is created in families, communities, and institutions. The essays in this collection grapple with our complicity in these atrocities—including the agreement in our silences—and demonstrate how we, as descendants, might take responsibility and bring new scrutiny to ancestral and communal crimes. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies
Growing up Black and queer in the South, a man finds an identity for himself through the arts and establishes a wonderful marriage with children, until one day, when his husband is late coming home, there's a ring at the door and his entire life unravels. Today's storyteller chose to remain Anonymous. Producers: Whit Missildine, Sara Marinelli Content/Trigger Warnings: use of a derogatory racial slur, use of a derogatory homophobic slur, mention of gun violence, mention of suicide, mental illness, drug use, drug overdose, explicit language Social Media:Instagram: @actuallyhappeningTwitter: @TIAHPodcast Website: thisisactuallyhappening.com Website for Andrew Waits: andrdewwaits.comWebsite for Sara Marinelli: saramarinelli.com Support the Show: Support The Show on Patreon: patreon.com/happening Wondery Plus: All episodes of the show prior to episode #130 are now part of the Wondery Plus premium service. To access the full catalog of episodes, and get all episodes ad free, sign up for Wondery Plus at wondery.com/plus Shop at the Store: The This Is Actually Happening online store is now officially open. Follow this link: thisisactuallyhappening.com/shop to access branded t-shirts, posters, stickers and more from the shop. Transcripts: Full transcripts of each episode are now available on the website, thisisactuallyhappening.com Intro Music: “Sleep Paralysis” - Scott VelasquezMusic Bed: Ambient Themes by Nigel Coutinho ServicesIf you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources: National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Text or Call 988 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On today's episode, we welcome comedian Greg Proops to the show to chat with us about celebrity golf tournaments, California mastodons, being a part of the Star Wars Universe, and much more.*Check out Greg's new album "Free State of California."*Find dates and grab tickets to Whose Live Anyway? with Greg Proops, Ryan Stiles, Joel Murray, Jeff B Davis, currently touring nationally.*Follow Greg Proops on Instagram. * Celebrate 25 years of Bullseye!* Order Jordan's new Predator comic: Black, White & Blood!* Order Jordan's new Venom comic!* Donate to Al Otro Lado.* Purchase signed copies of *Youth Group* and *Bubble* from Mission: Comics And Art!~ NEW JJGo MERCH ~Get Bronto Dino-Merch!Get our ‘Ack Tuah' shirt in the Max Fun store.Grab an ‘Ack Tuah' mug!The Maximum Fun Bookshop!Follow the podcast on Instagram and send us your dank memes!Check out Jesse's thrifted clothing store, Put This On.Follow producer, Jordan Kauwling, on Instagram.
James Clyburn is one of the most influential Democrats in Congress. His new book “The First Eight" is about the Black South Carolina Congressmen who preceded and inspired him. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: www.wbur.org/giveonpoint
Tired of “get rich quick” hype? In this video, Anthony O'Neal breaks down the real, repeatable steps to build wealth in 2026—starting with just $100. No trust fund, no viral moment, no overnight success. Just proven strategies that work for Black families and everyday Americans. Learn how to use high yield savings, affiliate marketing, digital products, real estate, and AI skills to create real wealth for your family and your future. Let's build together!
Hundreds of years ago, a loophole in the 13th Amendment was plotted to keep enslaving Black people after slavery was abolished. But did you know another loophole was created to haunt us - and it's affecting 97% of this group TODAY? — 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. We exist to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode moved you, share it with your people! Thanks for supporting the work. The production team for this podcast includes Cydney Smith, Len Webb, and Lilly Workneh. Our editors are Lance John and Avery Phillips from Gifted Sounds Network. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Justin M. Lee. Purpose of the Interview To showcase Dr. Lee’s journey from a young real estate agent to a multi-industry entrepreneur. To inspire listeners with strategies for wealth-building through real estate, construction, and logistics. To encourage financial literacy, ownership, and collaboration within underserved communities. To issue a call to action for minorities to explore opportunities like Amazon DSP and real estate investment. Key Takeaways Early Career & Education Started young in real estate, embraced discomfort in rooms dominated by older professionals. Leveraged millennial tech skills (social media marketing) to help veteran brokers grow. Earned a doctorate degree and became a licensed real estate broker. Social Media as a Business Tool Built a strong presence on TikTok (90K followers) and other platforms. Helped older real estate firms thrive by creating digital visibility. Emphasized that “business must look as good online as in person.” Financial Literacy & Homeownership African-American communities often lack foundational financial knowledge. Key barriers: misunderstanding credit, fear of debt, and lack of exposure to ownership benefits. Advocates teaching the difference between good debt (real estate) and bad debt (consumer credit). Real Estate Process Initial onboarding: credit score, income, tax filing. Connect clients with lenders, secure pre-approval, then negotiate and close within 30–45 days. Uses property tours as motivation even for those not yet approved. Pooling Resources for Wealth Industry dominated by white men and foreign investors who use syndication. Dr. Lee created a private family fund with fraternity brothers and friends. Acquired 150+ apartment units and commercial properties by pooling resources and forming LLCs. Amazon DSP Opportunity Owns an Amazon Delivery Service Partner business (42 trucks, 200 employees). Offers minorities a chance to apply for DSP with $10K grant. Taught him true CEO skills: HR, payroll, compliance, and scaling operations. Construction Business Entered construction after experiencing exploitation in fix-and-flip projects. Learned the business side (permits, change orders) and got licensed. Built major projects like a 10,000 sq. ft. restaurant in Atlanta. Advocates for Black representation in construction, an industry dominated by whites and Hispanics. Personal Background Raised in New Orleans during Katrina by a single mother and grandparents. Mother invested FEMA checks into real estate, teaching him property management and renovation skills early. Believes knowledge is power and emphasizes planning and consistency. Notable Quotes On embracing discomfort:“I learned to embrace the uncomfort and make it one of my biggest strengths.” On social media:“You have to make your business look the same way online as in person.” On financial literacy:“Real estate is always going to be good debt. Bad debt is the Macy’s card.” On collaboration:“Pooling resources shows how far we can go and how fast we can go—but together.” On planning:“If you don’t plan, you plan to fail. All you have to do is stick to the plan.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Afro is one of the most iconic hairstyles of the last century. And one of its main ingredients was a hair product – Afro Sheen. But Afro Sheen did so much more than make Black afros shine. It was the money behind the television show Soul Train, it helped fuel the civil rights movement – all because of an entrepreneur named George Johnson. For decades, Joan and George Johnson owned and ran Johnson Products Company, a Black hair care company out of Chicago. Their intimate understanding of what Black people wanted and needed – for their hair and for their lives – helped grow the Black middle class and became an engine for Black culture and power. They helped turn the Black haircare industry into what is now a multi-billion-dollar industry. But although they helped create this industry, they no longer have a part in it. Today on the show – the story of the rise and fall of Johnson Products. We're gonna tell you this story in three hairstyles. The conk, the afro… and the jheri curl. Related episodes:This Ad's For You'Soul Train' and the business of Black joyFashion Fair's makeoverPre-order the Planet Money book and get a free gift. / Subscribe to Planet Money+Listen free: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the NPR app or anywhere you get podcasts.Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / Our weekly Newsletter.This episode of Planet Money was hosted by Sonari Glinton and Erika Beras. It was produced by James Sneed, edited by Marianne McCune, fact-checked by Sierra Juarez, and engineered by Jimmy Keeley. Alex Goldmark is Planet Money's executive producer.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Sam Harris speaks with John McWhorter about language, ideology, and moral certainty. They discuss the rise and persistence of "wokeness" and DEI, the legacy of George Floyd's death, the role of social media in amplifying moral panic, how identity shapes perceptions of Israel-Palestine, the linguistics of Donald Trump, the rise of casual speech, conspiracy thinking, positions McWhorter has reconsidered, and other topics. If the Making Sense podcast logo in your player is BLACK, you can SUBSCRIBE to gain access to all full-length episodes at samharris.org/subscribe.