Podcasts about black oxygen

In this episode of the Black Oxygen podcast, host Angela Russell reconnects with Dr. Sagashus Levingston to discuss the importance of amplifying Black women's voices, the historical context of their political engagement, and the complexities of Black womanhood. They explore personal journeys, the impact of the 2024 presidential election, and the parallels between historical events and current societal issues, emphasizing the need for reclamation and authenticity in the face of systemic challenges. In this conversation, the speakers explore the themes of softness, self-love, and the complexities of being a Black woman in today's society. They discuss the importance of creating emotional safety, the contrast between hard and soft lives, and the necessity of self-acceptance and body positivity. The conversation also touches on the power of storytelling and the impact of personal narratives on community and legacy. Infamous Mothers Pre-order the book A Pot to Piss In

Release Date: April 11, 2025 Duration: 1h 8m Hosts: Stephanie Díaz de León, Rob Chappell, Nicholas Garton, Omar Waheed

Graihagh Jackson and her regular panel answer your questions on all things climate change.If you've got a head-scratcher, email us at theclimatequestion@bbc.com or leave a Whatsapp message on +44 8000 321 721Panel Justin Rowlatt, BBC Climate Editor Akshat Rathi, Senior Climate Reporter, Bloomberg News and Host of Bloomberg's "Zero" podcast Caroline Steel, Presenter of Crowdscience, BBC World ServiceProducer: Osman Iqbal Sound mix: Gareth Jones and Tom Brignell Editor: Simon Watts

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Jamie and Molly talk with Angela Russell, a Madison Community leader and host of the podcast Black Oxygen. Angela shares her favorite books, her controversial way of organizing her bookshelves, hilarious anecdotes about motherhood, and her experience and recent diagnosis with ADHD. Don't miss this hilarious conversation!What the ladies are reading this week: Angela: Leslie F*cking Jones by Leslie Jones How to Live Free in a Dangerous World: A Decolonial Memoir byShayla Lawson How to ADHD:An Insider's Guide to Working with Your Brain (Not Against It) byJessica McCabe Jamie: The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl Molly: Parable of the Sower by Octavia E Butler Angelas favorite reads: Seven Days in June by Tia WilliamsEmergent Strategy: Shaping Change, Changing Worlds byAdrienne Maree BrownWhat Fresh Hell Is This? Perimenopause, Menopause, Other Indignities, and You byHeather CorinnaRadical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha by Tara BrachThick: And Other Essays byTressie McMillan CottomLet Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation byParker J PalmerSee No Stranger: A Memoir and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love byValarie KaurTomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle ZevinShe Begat This: 20 Years of The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill byJoan MorganHave you joined in on the read along? Molly and Jamie want to hear from you! What do you think of Emily Henry's Funny Story so far?Join the conversation!! Don't forget to email us at bookpoppodcast@gmail.com!

Step behind the curtain with Kyle McMahon, as we illuminate the trials and triumphs of some of Tinseltown's finest. Caleb Landry Jones and Jojo T Gibbs kick off the star-studded lineup, revealing the intensity of their performances in Luc Besson's "Dogman" — a film that promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats with its flashback-driven storytelling. Meanwhile, the unstoppable Lyle brothers of Black Oxygen share their journey from battling bands to making a barbecue sauce that's as fiery as their music chart success.The melody of perseverance sings loud in the tale of Black Oxygen's David and Nick Lyle, who've turned their brotherly bond into a business empire that dances between hit tracks and a successful venture into fashion and culinary delights like Black Oxygen Bangin' BBQ Sauce. Their strategic approach to the music business is a masterclass in entrepreneurial creativity, and their chat unfolds into a blueprint for making a mark in the industry. It's all about the hustle, the music, and the unique narrative that takes a life of its own—one that's as dynamic as the roles they will soon embody in their silver screen debut.As the final act, we peel back the layers of what it takes to transition from the recording studio to the movie set, exploring the strategic release of Black Oxygen's summer-vibed album, carefully planned alongside their film debut and tour dates. So tighten your laces, or slip on your Crocs if you're feeling adventurous, and prepare for a podcast episode that dances between the lines of music, film, and the relentless pursuit of dreams.Kyle McMahon's Death, Grief & Other Sh*t We Don't Discuss is now streaming: https://www.deathandgrief.show/Chapter-One-The-Diagnosis-AKA-WTF/---------------Get all the Pop Culture Weekly podcast info you could want including extra content, uncut interviews, photos, videos & transcripts at: https://podcast.popcultureweekly.comWatch celebrity interviews at: https://www.facebook.com/realkylemcmahon/videosor Pop Culture Weekly YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@popcultureweeklyRead the latest at http://www.PopCultureWeekly.comFollow Kyle on:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/kmacmusicFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/realkylemcmahonInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/kmacmusicYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/officialkylemcmahonWebsite: http://www.kylemcmahon.mePop Culture Weekly twitter: http://www.twitter.com/popculturepodca

Poet and Green Bay community leader Miriam Brabham came to Wisconsin for love … but stayed because of community. On this episode of Black Oxygen, Miriam, who lives in Green Bay, discusses being biracial, how moving and living in Wisconsin helped her better understand her biracial identity, and the roll of community on her life.  In addition, we discussed The Bridge Poem by Kate Rushin - and want it means to be the bridge across communities.   #BlackOxygenPodcast #MiriamBrabham #Madison365 #BlackInWisconsin #BlackInGreenBay #DopeBlackPodcasts #TheBiracialEffect #BeingBiracial #GreenBayWisconsin #GreenBay #GreenBayWi  Resources:  Miriam Brabham, Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-brabham/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-brabham/) Wisconsin Life, Traumatized curls - https://wisconsinlife.org/story/traumatized-curls-green-bays-miriam-brabham-for-home-is-here/ (https://wisconsinlife.org/story/traumatized-curls-green-bays-miriam-brabham-for-home-is-here/) The Biracial Effect Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/0cyEi0RRZeOrKuQdSmBdPC The Bridge Poem by Kate Rushin -  https://www.historyisaweapon.com/defcon1/thebridgepoem.html 

Kayla Conklin, President of Urban League of Greater Madison Young Professionals, Kayla Conklin wants to make Madison a model city for equity. Originally from Illinois, Kayla came to Wisconsin to attend and cheer for UW Madison. After graduating, Kayla stayed here and Madison has become her home.  In this episode of Black Oxygen we discuss Kayla's undergrad experience at UW, her relationship with her father, her career journey and some of the challenges of being a young Black professional in Madison. She gives a special call to action for to learn more about the Urban League of Greater Madison's Young Professionals group. She's a leader on the rise - and we should all listen to hear thoughts on what would make Madison a better place for all.  #BlackOxygenPodcast  #BlackOxygen #Madison365 #BlackInWisconsin #BlackInMadison #DopeBlackPodcasts #ULGMYP #BlackYoungProfessionals #BlackYoungProfessionalsMadison 

In the Fall of 2023, local Madison leader Ali Muldrow took a new job as the first Executive Director of the Wisconsin Abortion Fund.  The Wisconsin Abortion Fund is one of the oldest abortion funds in the nation and works to eliminate the financial and resource burden of abortion as health care. In this epsidoe of Black Oxygen, Ali discusses her story around abortion and reproductive health care, the meaning of reproductice health care for Black women,  how folks can connect with the Wisconsin abortion fund and much more.  #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackOxygen #Madison365 #BlackInWisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #ReproductiveHealthCare #ReproductiveJustice #WisconsinAbortionFund #CollectiveCare #CollectiveLiberation #AbortionFund #AbortionAccess #AbortionRights #ProChoice  Wisconsin Abortion Fund - https://wiabortionfund.org/ Books referenced on this episdoe: We Live for the We, Dani McClain - https://www.akpress.org/weliveforthewe.html The Source of Self-Regard, Toni Morrison - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/566846/the-source-of-self-regard-by-toni-morrison/

Born in Orange County, California and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Travis Beckum wants his life to be about making a positive impact. Travis is incredibly driven and passionate - and he has all the receipts to back it up.  He is a Super Bowl Champion, a DJ, a UW-Madison Hall of Fame inductee, and serves of the board of directors for the W Club and the Madison Areas Sports Commission. On this episode of Black Oxygen we discuss Travis' journey to the NFL, playing in the Super Bowl with the NY Giants, his love of all things Badgers, the impact that he wants to have, and much more.  Near the end of our conversation he says, “I wake up everyday and I want to be great.” #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInMadison #BlackBadger #WisconsinBadgers #BadgersFootball #Wisconsin #WisconsinFootball #DopeBlackPodcasts #TravisBeckum #CollegeFootball #Badgers #Badger #UWMadison #UWBadgers #WIHallofFame #DJFour7

Kiba is a spray paint muralist based in Stevens Point. Carisa is a singer-songwriter based in Madison. They met this past Spring via Black Oxygen. On this episode, you'll learn how these two Wisconsin based artists met, how they inspire each other's creativity and how art making helps them process the unknown. This conversation also covers topics including Juneteenth and the increasing Black community in Stevens Point, mosquitos in Wisconsin, the desire to create a collective space for artists of color in Wisconsin, and much more.  #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInMadison #Madison365 #MadisonWisconsin #BlackInStevensPoint #StevensPoint #BlackArtists #BlackArtistsinWisconsin #SingerSongwriter #Muralist #SprayPaintMural #KibaFreeman #Kiba #Carisa 

This episode of Black Oxygen features Nichelle Nichols, the President of the MMSD school board and System Leader in Residence for the National Equity Project. Although born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin, for many years she thought that her life and profession would taking her to places much larger than Madison. Today, you'll learn how Nichelle began in education as a profession, what type of educational experience she wants for all children in the Madison area, and how she now fully accepts Madison as here home. Our conversation covers many topics including, her initial dreams of being an artist, motherhood, achieving equity within education and much more.  #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInMadison #Madison365 #MadisonWisconsin #NationalEquityAtlas #NichelleNichols #EducationalEquity #EquityInEducation #MadisonSchools #MMSDEquity #MadisonEducation

On September 20th, Letesha Nelson, the Executive Director of the Goodman Community Center, is hosting a community conversation on the evolving role of donors featuring Vu Le.  Vu is the author of the book Unicorns Unite: How nonprofits and foundations can build EPIC Partnerships and this the creator and author of the website Nonprofit AF. In this episode of Black Oxygen, Letesha, Vu and I talk about the sometimes challenging dynamic between non-profit and philanthropy, what it means to leave justice as a legacy, the role of AI and the impact it will have on the non-project sector, and so much more. Regarding AI Vu says, “AI is life fire, it can be used to either warm people or burn people.”  Letesha and Vu caused me to think a lot during this conversation - and this conversation is just a warm up session for what you'll hear and experience at the Goodman Community Center event this coming Wednesday.  #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInMadison #Madison365 #MadisonWisconsin #WisconsinPodcasts #GoodmanCommunityCenter #ChangingPhilanthropy #VuLe #MadisonEvents #NonprofitAF #UnicornsUnite  Resources:  Event info: The evolving role of donors: An evening with Vu Le - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-evolving-role-of-donors-an-evening-with-vu-le-tickets-692019618307?aff=oddtdtcreator (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-evolving-role-of-donors-an-evening-with-vu-le-tickets-692019618307?aff=oddtdtcreator)   Goodman Community Center -  https://www.goodmancenter.org/ (https://www.goodmancenter.org/) NonprofitAF -  https://nonprofitaf.com/ (https://nonprofitaf.com/)

On September 24th, Alex Booker and Charisse Daniels-Johnson are hosting Soulful Sunday Brunch at the Badger Rock Neighborhood Center.  The soulful brunch is a fundraiser to help send Black farmers from the Madison area to the Black Urban Growers Conference.  On this episode of Black Oxygen, we discuss the role of farming and healing, becoming an elder, making your own tea and so much more.  They both offer so much wisdom and Charisse states, “when we heal ourselves, we heal our timeline - past, present and future.”  I hope that you find some inspiration and joy during this conversation.   #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInMadison #SoulfulSundayBrunch #SundayBrunch #BookerBontanicals #Madison365 #MadisonWisconsin #WisconsinPodcasts #WisconsinFoodie #UrbanGrowers #BlackUrbanGrowers #BlackFolksFarming #BlackFarmers #BlackFarmersWisconsin #RuralBlackFolks #Farm2Table #Placemaking  Resources: Farm 2 Table Soulful Sunday Brunch - https://m.facebook.com/events/690374839679991/ (https://m.facebook.com/events/690374839679991/) Booker Botanicals Bridges Culture & Agriculture - https://ediblemadison.com/stories/local-upstarts-booker-botanicals-bridges-culture-agriculture (https://ediblemadison.com/stories/local-upstarts-booker-botanicals-bridges-culture-agriculture) Booker Botanicals -  https://www.facebook.com/BookerBotanicals/ (https://www.facebook.com/BookerBotanicals/)

The UW Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention is getting a new leader, new artwork at Wingra school honors indigenous heritage, and Black Oxygen returns today. It's Metcalfe's Monday! Today's episode is brought to you by Metcalfe's Markets, as well as Steinhafels and Log2Lose.

The UW Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention is getting a new leader, new artwork at Wingra school honors indigenous heritage, and Black Oxygen returns today. It's Metcalfe's Monday! Today's episode is brought to you by Metcalfe's Markets, as well as Steinhafels and Log2Lose.

On this week's episode of Black Oxygen, the tables are turned.  Regular Black Oxygen guest Ali Muldrow interviews Angela Russell.  The friendship vibes are on thick on this episode as they discuss when Angela first started noticing beauty, her relationship with beauty, and travel the 5 senses of beauty.  #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInMadison #BlackInWisconsin #Friends #DopeBlackPodcasts #BeautyAllAround #Madison #MadisonWI #Madison365

This week's episode of Black Oxygen is a special call to action featuring Tracy Anderson, Community Outreach and Volunteer Manager of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County. Big Brothers Big Sisters empowers children to reach their full potential by creating and supporting strong and enduring one-on-one mentor relationships throughout Madison and Dane County.  There are currently nearly 200 children ages 6 to 13 years old in Dane County waiting for a mentor.  In this episode of Black Oxygen, Tracy discusses her journey in Wisconsin, the importance of mentorship for children, the current mentor needs, and how to get involved in volunteering for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County.  #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #BBBS #BBBSDaneCounty #Mentorship #DopeBlackPodcasts #Madison #Mentorship #Volunteer #VolunteerOpportunity  Links and Resources:  https://www.bbbsmadison.org/ (https://www.bbbsmadison.org/)

Drawn by our access to nature and overall cost of living, singer-songwriter Carisa moved to Madison from New York City two years ago. In this episode of Black Oxygen, Carisa discusses her love of nature, what she finds beautiful and the importance of slowing down.  We also discuss our mutual love of musicians Ahmad Jamal and Donny Hathaway.  Carisa will be performing throughout the city this summer - to learn more about Carisa and her performances connect with her on her Facebook page or her IG page (@CarisaCat).  Her music is streaming on all music platforms.   Links and resources: https://www.instagram.com/carisa.cat/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/carisa.cat/?hl=en) https://carisa.bandcamp.com/album/the-soul-is-deep-water (https://carisa.bandcamp.com/album/the-soul-is-deep-water) https://isthmus.com/events/carisa-cider-farm/ (https://isthmus.com/events/carisa-cider-farm/)

Born and raised in Racine, Wi, Alicia Hazen is a Madison-based blogger, model and influencer covering the Midwest lifestyle, fashion and motherhood.  She is also on the Assistant Dean and Director of Career Services at UW-Madison's School of Human Ecology.  In this episode of Black Oxygen, Alicia discusses her journey into parenthood, the grief and shame one experiences after experiencing miscarriages, describes the Midwest lifestyle (which of course includes cheese curds), and offers advice on moving through career changes. Alicia reminds us that, “we are a part of something bigger.”  #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #MadtownMomma #DopeBlackPodcasts #Madison #BlackInHigherEducation #AliciaHazen #MidwestLifestyle #BlackFashion #Fashion #BlackFoodieFaves #BlackBloggers #BlackFoodies #MiscarriageGrief #Miscarriage #Grief #MadtownMondays #MadisonBloggers #WisconsinBloggers #FashionStyle #MadisonWI #BlackInMadison #MadisonMoms #MomsInMadison #BadgerMoms  Links & Resources:  Here's why we might be one and done - https://madisonmom.com/heres-might-one-done/ (https://madisonmom.com/heres-might-one-done/) Fabulous People: Alicia Hazen - https://fabulouswisconsin.com/fabulous-people/fabulous-people-alicia-hazen/ (https://fabulouswisconsin.com/fabulous-people/fabulous-people-alicia-hazen/) Madison Momma -  https://www.instagram.com/madisonmoms/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/madisonmoms/?hl=en)

Cleveland James, a retired higher education professional, was one of the key architects of the UW-Madison PEOPLE program.  Originally from Charlotte North Carolina, Mr. James came to Wisconsin for graduate school and eventually ended up with a career in college and university admissions.  In this episode of Black Oxygen he discusses the history of the PEOPLE program, things for high school students and family members to consider in prepping to apply for college, HBCU marching bands and much more. He reminds us that, “you have to know who you are.”  #BlackOxygenPodcast  #BlackInWisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #Madison365 #CollegeAdmissions #UWPEOPLEProgram #BlackInCollege #BlackInHigherEducation

Danielle Bly is the Vice President of Supplier Diversity for WEC Energy Group and is the creator of The Blylife Style blog.  On this episode of Black Oxygen, Danielle provides a 101 on the what and importance of supplier diversity, finding beauty in corporate life, and how her mother shaped her relationship with beauty. Of beauty she says, “beauty is more than just the outside … it's how things make you feel.” #BlackOxygenPodcast  #BlackInWisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #Madison365 #BlackFashion #BlackLove #414 #Milwaukee #Fashion #TheBlylifeStyle #BlylifeStyle #BlackTravel #SupplierDiversity #BlackLove #BlackParenting  Links & Resources: The Bly Lifestyle - https://theblylifestyle.com/

Chassitti Clark was recently named to the InBusiness 2023 class of 40 under 40, is the founder and curator of the social media account The Black Diner, is a Yelp Elite, is the Vice President of the Urban League of Greater Madison's Young Professional Group, and works for the Public Service Commission.  On this episode of Black Oxygen, we discuss Black hair and the crown act, the purpose of and vision of Urban League of Greater Madison's Young Professional Group, and the creation of The Black Diner. Of Madison she says, “there's always something to do … you just have to look for it.”  #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackFoodies #BlackInWisconsin #TheBlackDiner #DopeBlackPodcasts #Madison365 #MadisonFoodies #BlackFoodieFaves #WisconsinFoodies #MidwestFoodies #BlackFoodiesInWisconsin #BlackLove #BlackFoodiesNetwork #BlackFoodBlogger Links & Resources:  https://www.ibmadison.com/40under40class2023/ @theblackdiner

In the Fall of 2022, Noelle and Ade Adedoyin created Friendly Black Foodies - a social media account that profiles their journey through the local Dane County food scene. On this episode of Black Oxygen, Noelle and Ade discuss their journey to Madison, how they met on Hinge, some of their favorite restaurants in the area and share what more they'd like to see in this community. At the end of the episode they invite us all to come and eat with them.  #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackFoodies #BlackInWisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #Madison365 #MadisonFoodies #BlackFoodieFaves #WisconsinFoodies #MidwestFoodies #BlackFoodiesInWisconsin #BlackLove #BlackFoodiesNetwork #BlackFoodBlogger

Rob and Steph are still on vacation, so today we're bringing you a special episode of Black Oxygen, featuring Angela's mother and grandfather. Brenda Moten moved to Wisconsin several years ago to be closer  to her family.  Her journey of living in the Midwest began when she moved from Shrevport, LA to Peoria, IL.  She recently visited her 96 year old father back in Shrevport.  This episode features a conversation with Brenda and her father Esther Monroe. They discuss their life journeys, progress on race relations in the United States, and offers wisdom on having a life well lived.   #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #WisconsinLife #Madison365 #ElderWisdom #BlackInMadison #BeautifulWisconsin #WisconsinIsBeautiful #RaceRelations

Rob and Steph are off today, so we're bringing you a special episode from the Black Oxygen Feed.  Oby Nwabuzor: Real estate, health and social equity In 2019, Oby Nwabuzor created and founded Envision Growth, a Milwaukee-based real estate development firm focused on creating a positive community impact through urban regeneration. In addition to running Envision Growth, she is currently pursuing her DrPH with a focus on the intersection of economic inclusion, real estate and health & social equity, AND she's the Director of DEI at Landmark Credit Union.  In this episode of Black Oxygen, Oby discusses her Wisconsin journey, how purpose keeps her in Wisconsin, and how her life as an entrepreneur started with a candy shop in her locker in middle school.  Because this season is all about beauty, she also discusses the role of complexion and beauty standards.  She reminds us that, “black beauty is more than just physical … it's our culture.”  #BlackHomeownership #BlackOxygenPodcast  #SocialDeterminantsofHealth #Milwaukee #SDOH #BlackInWisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #Madison365 #BlackRealEstateDevelopers #Entrepreneur #WhereYouLiveMatters Links & Resources https://www.envisionthegrowth.com https://www.mcw.edu/education/graduate-school/people/oby-nwabuzor https://www.carvdnstone.com/cns-news/positive-news-oby-nwabuzor-keeps-community-in-mind-with-recent-appointment-to-wisconsin-public-health-council https://linktr.ee/envisionself

In 2019, Oby Nwabuzor created and founded Envision Growth, a Milwaukee-based real estate development firm focused on creating a positive community impact through urban regeneration. In addition to running Envision Growth, she is currently pursuing her DrPH with a focus on the intersection of economic inclusion, real estate and health & social equity, AND she's the Director of DEI at Landmark Credit Union.  In this episode of Black Oxygen, Oby discusses her Wisconsin journey, how purpose keeps her in Wisconsin, and how her life as an entrepreneur started with a candy shop in her locker in middle school.  Because this season is all about beauty, she also discusses the role of complexion and beauty standards.  She reminds us that, “black beauty is more than just physical … it's our culture.”  #BlackHomeownership #BlackOxygenPodcast  #SocialDeterminantsofHealth #Milwaukee #SDOH #BlackInWisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #Madison365 #BlackRealEstateDevelopers #Entrepreneur #WhereYouLiveMatters Links & Resources https://www.envisionthegrowth.com https://www.mcw.edu/education/graduate-school/people/oby-nwabuzor https://www.carvdnstone.com/cns-news/positive-news-oby-nwabuzor-keeps-community-in-mind-with-recent-appointment-to-wisconsin-public-health-council https://linktr.ee/envisionself  

Tomorrow's Hits Today! Not one, but TWO amazing guests join us! First, David and Nick Lyle from the Kansas City-based BLACK OXYGEN join us and spill the beans on who the real person their hot new song "Laceyville" is really about! These multi-talented multi-instrumentalists talk about their music production process and their many business ventures, including award-winning BBQ SAUCE???:). We talk a little NFL Football about their experiences with the World Champion Kansas City Chiefs plus performing the National Anthem at a Chief's game! Be sure to check out their new album NEW HEIGHTS! Then Mitch Micoley guitarist and founder of our old friends MOON FEVER drops by from an A-frame log cabin in Washington state to rock our faces off with their new track "Nothing Left To Lose"! Mitch tells us about their new musical direction and fan response to the new lead singer, Triston Bracht! We talk tour dates and future music releases! As always, Danny, Bob, and Ilan pick 7 new hot tracks to fit your club's party needs.   Hosted by Danny Meyers, Ilan Fong & Bob Chiappardi.   Track List: Ratata (CK Intro) Skrillex, Missy Elliott & Mr. Oizo Gangsta Boo (Funkymix by Stacy Mier) Ice Spice & Lil Tjay Black Oxygen Interview Laceyville Black Oxygen Soul On Fire Godsmack Sugar Riton Rock Star Black Oxygen Moon Fever Interview Nothing Left To Lose Moon Fever Fuck It Up Dope A Milli Lil Wayne, SIDEPIECE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to 2022 report on home ownership by the nonpartisan Wisconsin Policy Forum, only 15% of Black households own their home in Madison,  compared to over 50% of White households. Nationwide, 42% of Black households own their homes, compared to 72% of white households. This episode of Black Oxygen features a conversation with Tiffany Malone a Realtor in Madison and the co-founder of Own It: Building Black Wealth. In this episode, Tiffany discusses her journey to Wisconsin, the purpose and key successes of Own It, and provides advice on purchasing your first home. #OwnIt #BlackHomeownership #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInMadison #HomeownershipDisparities #Homeownership #MadisonWisconsin #BlackInWisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #Madison365 #BlackRealtors #BlackRealtors #BIPOCRealtors #HouseDownpayment Links and Resources: Own It: Building Black Wealth https://ownitbbw.com Tiffany Malone  https://thealvaradogroup.com/our-team/tiffany-malone/ PBS' Why Race Matters: Homeownership https://www.pbs.org/video/home-ownership-6dj1rj/ Racial Disparities in Homeownership Extend Beyond Milwaukee https://wispolicyforum.org/research/racial-disparities-in-homeownership-extend-beyond-milwaukee/ Black Families Fall Further Behind on Homeownership https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/blogs/stateline/2022/10/13/black-families-fall-further-behind-on-homeownership

Today, we're turning the tables on our host, Bianca Martin. We're putting her on the other side of the mic. She was interviewed by Angela Russell, the host of the Black Oxygen podcast, about how she came to host City Cast Madison. We're airing an excerpt of their conversation.  You can find the full interview on the Black Oxygen podcast.  Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Twitter and Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Sign up for the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Willie Jude II, Vice Chancellor of Advancement at UW-Parkside, was recently named as one of the most influential Black leaders in Wisconsin by Madison365. A native of Milwaukee, Willie returned back to Wisconsin in 2021 to join UW-Parkside. In this Black Oxygen episode, Willie discusses his journey into higher ed administration, the growth that can happen when you are outside of your comfort zone, and the beauty of fatherhood. Towards the end of this conversation, Willie reminds us that, “you are loved.” Links & Resources: https://www.uwp.edu/explore/news/uwp-appoints-willie-jude-ii-as-new-vice-chancellor-for-advancement.cfm https://madison365.com/its-only-10-minutes-december-22-2022/

Deirdra “Dee” Kendrix is an Intuitive Coach & Executive Strategist, who also happens to be a recovering corporate executive. Dee's personal mission is to create authentic spaces of Grace and Transformational Growth. Dee is also the CEO and Chief Strategist of DC Global Group; a boutique firm with a niche expertise in organizational (culture) behavior and leadership advisory & development. In this episode of Black Oxygen, Dee discusses moving from the east coast to Wisconsin, her journey of discovering her inherent beauty, the connection between grace and beauty, the difference between being pretty and being beautiful and so much more. She says, “beauty is anything or anyone that creates marvel, wonder, joy, healing and curiosity.” Links & Resources: DC Global Group - https://dcglobalgroup.com Koffee & Grace - https://koffeeandgrace.com Black is Beautiful: Deidre Kendrix - https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/black-is-beautiful-deirdra-kendrix

Ali Muldrow says, “beauty is about reclaiming all the good in your life.” In this episode of Black Oxygen, Ali discuss the conflation of beauty with perfection, her trip to a cabin in rural Wisconsin, developing and maintaining friendships as adults, when she first understood the depth of her own beauty and much and much more. #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #BlackWomenInWisconsin #BlackWomenDroppingGems #BlackWomen #Madison365 #DopeBlackPodcasts #AliMuldrow #BlackLeadership #BlackLeadershipInWisconsin #BeautifulWisconsin #WisconsinIsBeautiful #Doula

A message from Black Oxygen host Angela Russell about next season, which will be all about beauty. New episodes drop starting January 9th.

Originally from Kansas City, MO, Dr. Amy Lewis recently moved to Wisconsin to join UW-Madison as research associate as an Anna Julia Cooper Fellow in the Mead Witter School of Music. Granddaughter of Grammy nominated jazz pianist Jay McShann, Dr. Lewis grew up surrounded by music - but she didn't think she'd go into music education. In this episode of Black Oxygen, Dr. Lewis discusses her family's history in music, her research on systemic oppression and racism within music education, and the role of experiencing joy as a part of liberation. She says, “if we can't create spaces that bring us joy it will be hard to get to liberation.” Links: https://music.wisc.edu/2022/09/29/school-of-music-welcomes-new-faculty/ https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/206173/freedom-dreams-by-robin-dg-kelley/ https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/622408/we-want-to-do-more-than-survive-by-bettina-love/

Madison-based writer Deshawn McKinney's book of poetry called “forgive me father” is riveting.  The poems explore the themes of masculinity, alcohol addiction, and the potential for forgiveness. In this episode of Black Oxygen, Deshawn discusses vulnerability, forgiveness, family,  the need to create spaces where people can feel like they belong and so much more. Born and raised in Milwaukee, now living in Madison, DeShawn encourages us to see beyond our bubbles and says that good public discourse can help shatter our bubbles. #BlackOxygenPodcast #Madison365 #DeshwanMcKinneyn #onforgiveness #fogivemefather #MilwaukeeBorn #MilwaukeeRaised #414 #Wisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #BlackPodcasts #BlackPoets #CivilDiscourse #BlackInWisconsin #BlackInWisconsin #BlackWriters #FirstWave Links: https://deshawnmckinney.com https://deshawnmckinney.com/about/ https://wisconsinlife.org/story/forgiveness-explored-in-milwaukee-writer-deshawn-mckinneys-new-poetry-book/

Bianca Martin returned to Wisconsin during the pandemic and is now embarking on a new adventure here in Madison. This month, tomorrow actually, Bianca will be the host of a new daily Madison based podcast called City Cast Madison. The goal of City Cast Madison is to help folks deepen their relationship to the city and to bring folks together. On this episode of Black Oxygen, Bianca shares her Wisconsin journey, speaks honestly and openly about the anxiety of starting and hosting a podcast, her vision for a juicy Madison and so much more. City Cast Madison starts this Tuesday, November 29th - be sure to check it out.   #BlackOxygenPodcast #Madison365 #BiancaMartin #BlackInWisconsin #CityCastMadison #CityCast #MadisonPodcasts #WisconsinPodcasts #Podcasts #BlackInBaraboo #Wisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #BlackPodcasts #BlackHosts Links: https://madison365.com/its-going-to-be-meaningful-bianca-martin-to-host-daily-local-podcast-beginning-next-month/ https://madison.citycast.fm

TR Williams, born and raised in Milwaukee, WI, knows that Wisconsin has the possibility to be a great state for everyone. In this episode of Black Oxygen, TR discusses her family's migration to Wisconsin, her journey back, and being a Black leader here. In this conversation, Williams reminds us that the US is in a pivotal moment in history and that we all have a role to play. #BlackOxygenPodcast #Madison365 #DopeBlackPodcasts #BlackInWisconsin #BlackLawyers #BlackWomenLeaders #MilwaukeeLeaders #Milwaukee #414 #Wisconsin #BlackCulture #BlackWomen #WisconsinWomensPolicyInstitute #BlackWomenInWisconsin

To actor Candace Thomas, Wisconsin feels like a second home.  Candace is currently part of the Forward Theater production Feeding Beatrice which runs through November 20, 2022 in Madison, WI.  In this episode of Black Oxygen, Candace discusses her connection to Wisconsin, her journey into acting, and the role of theater in teaching folks about empathy.  We also discuss her role in Feeding Beatrice and what she's learned about herself in this production. #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackActors #MadisonWisconsin #Madison365 #DopeBlackPodcasts #FeedingBeatrice #BlackInTheater #ForwardTheater #CandaceThomas #Wisconsin #BlackInWisconsin #HorrorTheater Links: https://forwardtheater.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dcrWY_UuZo https://madison.com/entertainment/arts-and-theatre/feeding-beatrice-is-a-good-scare-that-will-also-make-you-think/article_edebcf90-c4bb-5dde-8532-e6c84eaabe46.html

Born and raised in Madison, WI, Jessi Evans Kendall is a bedside nurse and a diversity and cultural congruence resource nurse at UW Health. Earlier this year, Jessi was named as one of Madison's top nurses and received the Top Nurses 2022 Leadership Award from Madison Magazine. Of her path towards nursing she says, “I didn't originally think of myself as someone who could help others … I thought of myself as someone who needed help.” In this episode of Black Oxygen, Jessi talks about growing up in Madison, her experiences with depression, and the importance of Black nurses for patients and the health care system. #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #BlackNurses #BlackNursesMatter #BlackInHealthCare #NursesRock #Depression #MentalHealth #BlackInMadison #MadisonWisconsin #Madison365 #DopeBlackPodcasts #BlackNursesRock Article: https://www.channel3000.com/top-nurses-2022-jessi-kendall-helps-dismantle-racism-and-health-disparities/

Ja'Malik says, “I don't remember dance ever not being a part of my life.” From being inspired by Michael Jackson's Thriller to being moved by Ulysses Dove's Urban Folk Dance performed by the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater, Ja'Malik knew as a child that he wanted to become a dancer and choreographer. As the new Artistic Director of the Madison Ballet he is one of three Black people in the US that runs a ballet company not founded a Black person.  In this episode of Black Oxygen, Ja'Malik discusses his journey to Wisconsin, honesty and truth in dance and in the US, and the role of dance in resilience and joy. #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackinWisconsin #BlackBallet #BlackBalletDancers #JaMalik #Madison365 #DopeBlackPodcasts #MadisonBallet #BalletInWisconsin #UrbanFolkDance #BalletBoyProductions #BlackBoysDanceToo #Ballet #ArtisticDirector #BlackArtisticDirector #Dance #BlacksInBallet #BlackDanceStories #Choreography #JaMalikChoreography #MadisonContemporaryArt Resources and Articles: https://www.madisonballet.org/about/staff/ja-malik https://www.balletboyproductions.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVTPMwSMwsg https://www.dancemagazine.com/ja-malik-choreographer/ https://madison365.com/madison-ballet-names-ja-malik-artistic-director/ https://pointemagazine.com/racism-in-ballet/

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As a child growing up in a rural village in Togo, Hezouwe Walada saw the impact of malaria on his community. In seeing the death of many close to him, Hezouwe decided to become a doctor.  In this episode of Black Oxygen, Hezouwe describes his journey from Togo to Madison and the path towards becoming a physician. He describes how he's the first in his village to attend school, go to college and to go abroad.  Hezouwe talks about moving from experiencing homelessness when he first arrived in Madison to how Madison College and UW-Madison's Odyssey program help him not give up his dreams of becoming a physician. He is currently a senior at UW-Madison majoring in biochemistry and getting a certificate in global health studies. Of his journey he says, “I don't just want to be a doctor, I want to be someone that my community looks up to.” #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #BlackDoctors #AfricanDoctors #AfricansInHealthcare #Madison365 #DopeBlackPodcasts #TogoToMadison #BlackScientist #BlackInHealthCare #NeverGiveUp #UWMadison #AlwaysABadger #MadisonWisconsin #BlackInMadison #MadisonCollege #Wisconsin #PreMed #PreMedMotivation #FutureDoctor #Inspirational #BlackPhysicians Articles: https://odyssey.wisc.edu/blog/from-bleeding-feet-to-doctor-to-be/ https://continuingstudies.wisc.edu/blog/students-remarkable-journey-to-starting-his-undergraduate-degree-at-age-28-living-his-dream/

Dr. Takiyah Ball is a Food Safety Microbiologist at Sargento Foods based in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. On this episode of Black Oxygen, Dr. Ball discusses so much including her journey to Wisconsin, the beginning of her interest in a science career, how eColi outbreaks related to lettuce occur, and SO much more. Towards the end of the episodes she encourage folks - particularly young folks - to start exploring science careers while in high school and places emphasis on the importance of internships. #BlackOxygePodcast #BlackInWisconsin #BlackWomanScientist #BlackInMicrobiology #BlackInFoodSafety #Madison365 #DopeBlackPodcasts #ScienceDEI #BlackScientist

Jeff Patterson is the creator and founder of JP Hair Design, a barbershop and community hub on Madison's westside. Patterson, originally from Illinois, come to Wisconsin to study at UW-Whitewater. Always knowing that he wanted to become a barber, after graduating, he made his way to Madison to study barbering. In this episode of Black Oxygen we discuss Patterson's journey to barbering, the creation of JP Hair Design, the transition to being a business tenant to property owner, his work with American Player's Theater and much more. #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #BlackBarber #BlackBarberInWisconsin #FadedBlack #BlackBarbership #WisconsinBarbershop #MadisonBarberShop #JPHairDesign Website: https://www.jphairdesign.com/our-team/

“I've been an artist as long as I can remember,” says Kiba. Originally from Chicago, IL, artist Stephon Kiba Freeman came to Wisconsin to study art at UW-Stevens Point. He is a spray paint artist and says, “spray painting is like trying to control chaos … I don't try to control everything that that includes the outcome.” In this episode of Black Oxygen, Kiba discusses being an artist, being a father and making Wisconsin his home. #BlackOxygePodcast #BlackinWisconsin #BlackArtistsinWisconsin #BlackArtists #Madison365 #BlackInCentralWisconsin #KibaFreeman #SprayPaintArt #BlackInStevensPoint #StevensPoint #DopeBlackPodcasts #DopeBlackArt #Wisconsin #KibaFreemanArt Links and resources https://www.kibafreemanart.com https://www.stevenspointarea.com/blog/post/meet-the-artist-stephon-kiba-freeman/ https://www.stevenspointjournal.com/story/news/2021/07/12/stevens-point-spray-paint-artist-stephon-kiba-freeman-creates-worzalla-publishing-mural/7777982002/

“Wisconsin is now positioned to save America,” says Ali Muldrow. In this episode of Black Oxygen, Angela Lang and Ali discuss the upcoming elections of Mandela Barnes for US Senate and Everett Mitchell for Wisconsin Supreme Court. We cover a wide range of topics including, being a Black candidate for a statewide race in Wisconsin, the role of Black women in elections, and how electability is often used as a gatekeeper term for Black candidates. #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #BlackWomenInWisconsin #BlackWomenDroppingGems #BlackWomen #Madison365 #DopeBlackPodcats #AngelaLang #BLOC #BlackLeadersOrganizingCommunities #AliMuldrow #EverettMitchell #MandelaBarnes #BlackLeadership #BlackLeadershipInWisconsin #HopeOverHate

This episode of Black Oxygen features a conversation with the founder and CEO of Madison365, Henry Sanders.   In this episode Henry talks about key lessons he learned while leading Madison365 during a pandemic, the changing dynamics of leadership in the Madison community and parenthood - he specifically opens up about being a parent of a child with Down syndrome.  Towards the end of this episode Henry highlights the upcoming Wisconsin Leadership Summit. #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #WILeadershipSummit #Madison365 #BlackCulture #DopeBlackPodcasts #BlackInMadison #LeadershipInMadison #BlackLeadershipWisconsin #BlackLeadership Links: It's time for a family reunion and you're invited - https://madison365.com/its-time-for-a-family-reunion-and-youre-invited/ Wisconsin Leadership Summit - https://www.wileadershipsummit.com/home/wi-leadership-summit Disability Visibility Project - https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com/

The theme of the 2022 YWCA Madison Racial Justice Summit is Weaving Our Pasts, Present and Emergent Futures for Racial Justice and Co-Liberation. The summit, being held September 28-30, 2022, will host a number of nationally known racial justice and civil rights activists. This episode of Black Oxygen features a conversation between Rudy Bankston and Linda Sarsour - two of the speakers who will be at the summit this year. A wide range of topics were discussed in this conversation including Rudy and Linda's journey toward activism, tending the wounds of oppression, and how white supremacy culture shows up in racial justice movement work. Madison365 is a media sponsor of the YWCA Racial Justice Summit. #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInWisconsin #DopeBlackPodcasts #YWCAMadison #Wisconsin #Madison365 #RacialJusticeSummit #RacialJustice YWCA Racial Justice Summit https://www.ywcamadison.org/what-were-doing/race-gender-equity/racial-justice-summit/

“Black men often suffer in silence,” says Geraud Blanks. Geraud Blanks, Chief Innovation Officer of Milwaukee Film, is this week's featured guest on Black Oxygen. This week's nuanced and complex conversation covers a wide range of topics including public mourning and the civil rights movement, masculinity, grief and emotional health, Black identify and grief, and so much more. Geraud also discusses the tenderness of his relationship with his uncle and the regret that he experienced when his uncle passed away. In this conversation, Geraud challenges us all to broaden our identity of Blackness to one beyond pain, suffering and trauma - to one that includes laughter, joy, beauty and creativity. Towards the end of our conversation Geraud shares his experience with depression and anxiety and reminds folks, particularly Black men, to not suffer in silence. Links & Resources: Milwaukee Film - https://mkefilm.org/ National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 800-273-8255 - https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org