Podcasts about black rights

It's rare to hear someone call hope a “bad strategy” but Dr. Charisse Burden-Stelly doesn't sugarcoat the truth. In a conversation with Focus: Black Oklahoma's Anthony Cherry, the Wayne State University Black Studies, political economy scholar, and author of Black Scare/ Red Scare: Theorizing Capitalist Racism in the United States explores the long history of racism, resistance, and radical ideas in this country. From McCarthyism to economic injustice, she invites us to think differently about freedom— and reminds us that real change comes from action, not just hope.As hate and division escalate globally, Holocaust scholar Dr. Carol Rittner returns to Tulsa with a call to action: remember the past and protect each other now. Speaking at this year's Yom HaShoah Interfaith Commemoration, Dr. Rittner challenges us to reject silence and embrace moral courage. Cory Ross has details.In our last installment of Tribal Justice: The struggle for Black Rights on Native Land (full story can be found on Audible.com), we heard about Michael Hill, a Cherokee Freedmen who was arrested by the Okmulgee Police in the fall of 2020. He fought to have his case transferred to tribal court because he's an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation. After all, this was right after the McGirt decision, which returned criminal jurisdiction to tribal nations in Oklahoma when they involve Native people-like Michael. But, Michael's case was complicated-because of his status as a Black man with no blood quantum, his case did not qualify to be transferred. In this series, we've been exploring how centuries old laws have impacted people like Michael, and his brother Mikail, who was murdered in 2016. His case was transferred out of state court-even though like Michael, he is an enrolled Cherokee Freedmen. Listen as Allison Herrera and Adreanna Rodriguez give us the story.Throughout United States history, music has been the heartbeat of political movements, marches, and protests. For Black Americans especially, music has been a source of comfort and strength in the face of systemic injustices. For the first part of FBO's "Culture and Music" series, Tulsa musicians David B. Smith and Charlie Redd share how music has the power to heal, inspire, and fuel social change. FBO's Francia Allen is on the beat.Focus: Black Oklahoma is produced in partnership with KOSU Radio & Tri-City Collective. Additional support is provided by the Commemoration Fund & Press Forward. Our theme music is by Moffett Music. Focus: Black Oklahoma's executive producers are Quraysh Ali Lansana & Bracken Klar. Our associate producers are Smriti Iyengar, Jesse Ulrich, & Naomi Agnew. Our production intern is Alexander Evans.You can visit us online at KOSU.org or FocusBlackOklahoma.com & on YouTube @TriCityCollective. You can follow us on Instagram @FocusBlackOK & on Facebook at Facebook.com/FocusBlackOK. You can hear Focus: Black Oklahoma on demand at KOSU.org, the NPR app, NPR.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Fear is rising as politicians nationwide target immigrants with their Trump-inspired rhetoric and policies. KOSU's Lionel Ramos reports Oklahoma's Latino immigrant community has been stirred into a panic. Translations in this story were voiced by Sierra Pfeifer. To read more about this legal clinic and immigration enforcement in Oklahoma, visit KOSU.org.In Oklahoma, as in many places, addiction carries a heavy stigma, particularly within the Black community. But as Focus: Black Oklahoma's Cory Ross reports, the Oklahoma Harm Reduction Alliance is working to change that perception, offering resources and support to reduce the harms associated with drug use. In this story Allison Herrera, one of the creator's of Tribal Justice: The struggle for Black Rights on Native Land (The full story can be found on Audible) we hear about Michael Hill, a Cherokee Freedmen who was arrested by the Okmulgee Police. He fought to have his case transferred to tribal court because he's an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation. But, Michael's case was complicated-because of his status as a Black man with no blood quantum, his case did not qualify to be transferred. In this series. We've been exploring how centuries old laws have impacted people like Michael...and his brother Mikail-who was murdered in 2016. His case was transferred out of state court-even though like Michael, he is an enrolled Cherokee Freedmen. In an era of shifting political landscapes and renewed focus on cultural identity, the stories of three Kenyan-American women offer a compelling lens through which to examine the immigrant, and emigrant, experience. From the challenges of navigating a new political climate in the U.S. to the surprising benefits of life in Kenya, they share their unique perspectives on culture, connection, and tradition. Zaakirah Muhammad has details.Easter is a holiday steeped in tradition, often marked by new clothes and family gatherings. But for FBO correspondent Sondra Slade, the experience of shopping for the perfect Easter dress with her mother became a cherished memory that captures the spirit and anticipation of childhood. Focus: Black Oklahoma is produced in partnership with KOSU Radio & Tri-City Collective. Additional support is provided by the Commemoration Fund & Press Forward. Our theme music is by Moffett Music. Focus: Black Oklahoma's executive producers are Quraysh Ali Lansana & Bracken Klar. Our associate producers are Smriti Iyengar, Jesse Ulrich, & Naomi Agnew. Our production intern is Alexander Evans.You can visit us online at KOSU.org or FocusBlackOklahoma.com & on YouTube @TriCityCollective. You can follow us on Instagram @FocusBlackOK & on Facebook at Facebook.com/FocusBlackOK. You can hear Focus: Black Oklahoma on demand at KOSU.org, the NPR app, NPR.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.

In this episode, we talk with Indigenous Affairs journalist and author Allison Herrera. Allison's indigenous ties are from her Xolon Salinan tribal heritage. Her family's village is in the Toro Creek area of the Central California coast. She didn't take the traditional route into journalism with a degree. She just decided she wanted to do it and did it. Starting out at Minneapolis community station KFAI, she brought her talents and desire to report on indigenous stories to various media outlets. With Association for Independents in Radio (AIR), she had the opportunity to collaborate with an Oklahoma radio station that wanted to cover indigenous stories but didn't have the resources for a producer. Immediately, she fell in love with the area and now splits her time between Minneapolis and Oklahoma. She is a journalist with APM Reports and is the author of Tribal Justice: The Struggle for Black Rights on Native Land, produced as an audiobook in 2024.  Producer Hosts: Leah Lemm & Cole PremoEditors: Britt Aamodt and Chris Harwood

In the fall of 2020, Michael Hill, a Black citizen of the Cherokee Nation, woke up in the middle of the night to the sound of someone banging on the windows of his home. He called police for help, but the police arrested Michael in his own front yard. When trying to get his case heard in tribal court he was rejected because though he has tribal citizenship, he has no blood quantum and by federal law is not legally an Indian. His story is told in a newly released Audible Original documentary called Tribal Justice: The Struggle for Black Rights on Native Land, reported and written by two award-winning indigenous journalists, Allison Herrera and Adreanna Rodriguez. This is our fifth installment of the documentary.Affordable housing and community development took center stage in Enid during a recent town hall meeting addressing a rezoning proposal. While some viewed the proposal as an opportunity for revitalization and affordable living, others raised concerns about taxes and the potential impact on their land. Venson Fields has details.In the heart of Kinondo, Kwale County, the Al Walidayn Center stands as a beacon of hope, transforming lives through its free services amid a backdrop of high rates of sexual violence and teenage pregnancy. The center has dramatically reduced cases of gender-based violence offering young girls a sanctuary and a pathway to empowerment in a community once plagued by drug trafficking and exploitation. Zaakirah Muhammad reports from Kenya.In Tulsa, Oklahoma, a steep hill nicknamed "Big Bertha" has become more than just a physical challenge. It's the centerpiece of a grassroots fitness movement led by Isaac Bennett, a local health coach and community activist. Every Saturday morning, Tulsans of all ages gather to conquer this formidable incline, finding not just a workout, but a sense of community and personal growth. Anthony Cherry has the story.Whether it's your fly boots or your open-toes, apple bottom jeans or boots with the fur, some outfits are meant to turn heads, but this story from Sondra Slade about a winter wardrobe malfunction will leave you in stitches.Focus: Black Oklahoma is produced in partnership with KOSU Radio & Tri-City Collective. Additional support is provided by the Commemoration Fund & Press Forward. Our theme music is by Moffett Music. Focus: Black Oklahoma's executive producers are Quraysh Ali Lansana & Bracken Klar. Our associate producers are Smriti Iyengar, Jesse Ulrich, & Naomi Agnew. Our production intern is Alexander Evans.You can visit us online at KOSU.org or FocusBlackOklahoma.com & on YouTube @TriCityCollective. You can follow us on Instagram @FocusBlackOK & on Facebook at Facebook.com/FocusBlackOK. You can hear Focus: Black Oklahoma on demand at KOSU.org, the NPR app, NPR.org, or wherever you get your podcasts.

How the criminal legal system considers who is and isn't Native, and what that means for the Black people who are members of tribal nations. This reporting is part of an audio documentary from Audible called Tribal Justice: The Struggle for Black Rights on Native Land.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Recent studies have shown increasing suicide rates in the United States, particularly among Black youth. Experts in Oklahoma advocate for addressing cultural norms that prevent at risk youth and their families from seeking mental health treatment. Dawn Carter has details.In the fall of 2020, Michael Hill, a Black citizen of the Cherokee Nation, woke up in the middle of the night to the sound of someone banging on the windows of his home. He called police for help, but the police arrested Michael in his own front yard. When trying to get his case heard in tribal court he was rejected because though he has tribal citizenship, he has no blood quantum and by federal law is not legally an Indian. His story is told in a newly released Audible Original documentary called Tribal Justice: The Struggle for Black Rights on Native Land, reported and written by two award-winning indigenous journalists, Allison Herrera and Adreanna Rodriguez. The following excerpt is the fourth installment of FBOs broadcast of the documentary.We speak with Kristi Williams about Black History Saturdays and how she's working to close education gaps in the Sooner State.From runaway enslaved African to federal law enforcement officer, Bass Reeves lived a long and legendary life. In early January, Reeves was commemorated with a new bronze statue at the Three Rivers Museum in Muskogee. Carlos Moreno has the story.Getting your first real job is a rite of passage growing up. Sondra Slade's story about her children finding jobs and getting their first paychecks will have you laughing all the way to the bank.Y7QIDVAPNBKPHINGODYWDOOLJRKS4MC6LYLPYNYWFEYPU1ZS

In November, Monroe Nichols was elected Tulsa's first black mayor. On December 2nd, Nichols was sworn into office at the Cox Business Convention Center where he outlined his vision for the city over the next two years. Cory Ross has more. In the fall of 2020, Michael Hill, a Black citizen of the Cherokee Nation, woke up in the middle of the night to the sound of someone banging on the windows of his home. He called police for help, but the police arrested Michael in his own front yard. When trying to get his case heard in tribal court he was rejected because though he has tribal citizenship, he has no blood quantum and by federal law is not legally an Indian. His story is told in a newly released Audible Original documentary called Tribal Justice: The Struggle for Black Rights on Native Land, reported and written by two award-winning indigenous journalists, Allison Herrera and Adreanna Rodriguez. The following excerpt is the third installment of FBO's broadcast of the documentary.Medical gaslighting can impact patients with a range of conditions and some women experiencing menopause are vulnerable. Multiple factors contribute to accurate diagnosis and treatment for a process all women will go through. Francia Allen shares the details.FBO's Sondra Slade reminisces with her Aunts Mae Frances Stidham Stevenson, former queen of Oklahoma City's Eastside Roundup Club, and Lovenia Marie Stidham Moham about African American rodeo culture and its vibrant community, highlighting a rich legacy of horsemanship and family values. This series, as well as a photo exhibition featuring Black Rodeo photos by Jamie & Richard Glisson of ImpressOK Studio, is funded by a grant from Oklahoma Humanities. Please visit rodeo.kosu.org and sign up to receive further details on the February 1st, 2025 exhibition opening event.Focus: Black Oklahoma is produced in partnership with KOSU Radio and Tri-City Collective. Additional support is provided by the Commemoration Fund and Press Forward.Our theme music is by Moffett Music.Focus: Black Oklahoma's executive producers are Quraysh Ali Lansana and Bracken Klar. Our associate producers are Jesse Ulrich and Naomi Agnew.

On November 5th, Monroe Nichols was elected Tulsa's first Black mayor in the city's 129 year history. FBO's Jamie Glisson followed Nichols and his team for the day.In the fall of 2020, Michael Hill, a Black citizen of the Cherokee Nation, woke up in the middle of the night to the sound of someone banging on the windows of his home. He called police for help, but the police arrested Michael in his own front yard. When trying to get his case heard in tribal court he was rejected because though he has tribal citizenship, he has no blood quantum and by federal law is not legally an Indian. His story is told in a newly released Audible Original documentary called Tribal Justice: The Struggle for Black Rights on Native Land, reported and written by two award-winning indigenous journalists, Allison Herrera and Adreanna Rodriguez. The following excerpt is the second installment of FBOs broadcast of the documentary.Though the holiday season can be a time of joy and celebration, for some families it can be a time of struggle and stress. The Tulsa Dream Center works to address some of these disparities. Here's Danielle A. Melton with details.Bishop Silvester Scott Beaman, the 139th Elected and Consecrated Bishop of the AME Church, and chair of the White House's Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement and longtime spiritual advisor to President Biden, reflects on his role in fostering connections between African Americans and the broader African diaspora. Here's our recent interview at Tulsa's historic Vernon AME Church, where Beaman shared his vision for strengthening ties and addressing challenges facing Black communities both in the U.S. and across the African continent.Greenwood Rising: The Rise of Black Wall Street is a new full-length motion picture that was released October 11th on the Fawesome and Future Today streaming platforms. This movie centers on O.W. Gurley, a visionary and trailblazing businessman whose hard work laid the groundwork for Tulsa's Greenwood District and the prosperous Black Wall Street. The film's director, Aaron L. Williams, and lead actress Fatima Marie, who plays Emma Gurley, spoke with FBO's Cepeda Cheeks about the film.Medicine, fashion, and film converge as Dawn Carter brings us the second of a three part series on Oklahoma's Black Rodeo and Culture.This series, as well as a photo exhibition featuring Black Rodeo photos by Jamie & Richard Glisson of ImpressOK Studio, is funded by a grant from Oklahoma Humanities. Please visit rodeo dot kosu.org and sign up to receive further details on the February 1st, 2025 exhibition opening event.Focus: Black Oklahoma is produced in partnership with KOSU Radio and Tri-City Collective. Additional support is provided by the Commemoration Fund and Press Forward.Our theme music is by Moffett Music.Focus: Black Oklahoma's executive producers are Quraysh Ali Lansana and Bracken Klar. Our associate producer is Jesse Ulrich.

On October 8, an Oklahoma City man who was born in Afghanistan was charged in federal court for an alleged terror plot. 27-year-old Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi faces one count of conspiring to conduct a terrorist attack, according to an affidavit filed by the FBI. While the story has made international news and went viral on social media, few are examining the potentially negative impact it could have on Oklahoma Muslims, including over 1,000 Afghan refugees who resettled in Oklahoma after the Taliban seized power. Shonda Little spoke with representatives from the Council on American-Islamic Relations and the Catholic Charities for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City and Western Oklahoma about the positive impact this community brings to Oklahoma.In a state grappling with the boundaries of religion in public education, State Superintendent Ryan Walters' directive to incorporate Bible teaching in classrooms has sparked controversy and confusion. As schools reopen, the implementation of this mandate remains unclear, with educators, students, and religious leaders voicing diverse opinions on its appropriateness and constitutionality. Venson Fields has the story.⁦Tuesday, November 5 as people across the country head to the polls to vote for President, and in other federal and local elections, history will be on the ballot in Tulsa. Monroe Nichols is running for mayor. FBO was at Nichols's election watch party as the results came in showing Nichols had won the most votes in the mayoral primary. If he wins the vote on the first Tuesday in November, he will be the first Black Mayor of Tulsa in the city's history. In the fall of 2020, Michael Hill, a Black citizen of the Cherokee Nation, woke up in the middle of the night to the sound of someone banging on the windows of his home. He called police for help, but the police arrested Michael in his own front yard. When trying to get his case heard in tribal court he was rejected because though he has tribal citizenship, he has no blood quantum and by federal law is not legally an Indian. His story is told in a newly released Audible Original documentary called Tribal Justice: The Struggle for Black Rights on Native Land, reported and written by two award-winning indigenous journalists, Allison Herrera and Adreanna Rodriguez. The following excerpt is the first installment of FBOs broadcast of the documentary.Ever been thrown from a horse? If you have, congratulations! You've just experienced the rodeo rite of passage: the ground's unwavering embrace. It's a lesson learned from Chaz Stephens' father, a retired cowboy with a knack for sage advice and questionable humor. But while rodeos might seem like a wild ride of bucking broncos they're also vibrant celebrations of Black culture, where community ties are as strong as calving ropes. Chaz Stephens brings us the first of a three part series on Oklahoma's Black Rodeos This series, as well as a photo exhibition featuring Black Rodeo photos by Jamie & Richard Glisson of ImpressOK Studio, is funded by a grant from Oklahoma Humanities. Please visit rodeo.kosu.org and sign up to receive further details on the February 1st, 2025 exhibition opening event.

Victoria Gaither returns to share her journey as a black skier, where she is breaking down stereotypes and changing the narrative. We talk about her own history, both as a professional journalist and avid skier, and how she's combining them to help others make a connection. And she's doing this not just by skiing but also through her writing about it in her local newspaper in Killington, Vermont. We also discuss why she prefers the cold over the warm in the winter and how ice hotels are still on both our bucket lists. Vic is one of our favorite good guests and we're thrilled to have her back to share more good with us. Need a good new read? Grab Steve's new cozy mystery: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk Want more GOOD? Check out our new Patreon site for more of this here World Gone Good: https://www.patreon.com/WorldGoneGood

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Host JannyShmanny talks about Black Rights and more with music tribute to lost soldier Independent Music Artist BC DUB --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecomfortlevelpodcast/message

Cam walks Ben and PY through the first half of the post-war civil rights movement in America. Part 2 is coming next week as we look at the turbulent 1960s!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MrMitchellHistory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cheryl L. Bedford is the driving force behind Women of Color Unite - WOCU - and there's something you need to know from the start: She is OK with being uncomfortable - in fact, she prefers it that way - because she believes that's where positive change happens. WOCU is the LA-based social action and non-profit organization focused on remedying the inequities that face Women of Color in today's entertainment and media industries. This group stands for hiring parity, fair treatment, and providing resources to Women of Color content creators industry-wide. As a collective of over 5000 women and growing, they work to create opportunities for engagement between hiring agents and their active membership of experienced women to address the indefensible precept: “I don't know any WOC that I can hire.” In this episode, Cheryl brings the conversation of race and inequality front and center, providing solutions that are action-oriented and achievable. This is one good - GREAT - conversation.

Many of us may know the broad outline of the civil rights movement of the 1960s. But for most of us, the details, the headline names, the level of malevolent violence and the horrific sacrifices were, at best, vague. But David Dennis, Jr., in his new book, The Movement Made Us: A Father, a Son, and the Legacy of a Freedom Ride, poignantly and vividly gives us an intimate portrait of the personal side of the civil rights movement. David wrote this book in collaboration with his father, David Dennis, Sr. His father had a pivotal role in the civil rights movement as an organizer and hero of the Freedom Rides, lunch counter sit-ins, and voter registration drives, as well as an official of the Congress of Racial Equity. Dennis, Sr.'s story exposes the risk, the relationships, and repercussions on families and lives that brings the movement to life for us. Dennis David, Jr. is an award -winning journalist and educator creates the stories of his father and the movement that has lingered in my mind and forced me to rethink today's movement for Black Rights and safety. DAVID J. DENNIS JR. is a senior writer at The Undefeated. His work has been featured in Atlanta magazine, The Atlantic, the Washington Post, and Huffington Post, among other publications. Dennis is the recipient of the 2021 American Mosaic Journalism Prize, is a National Association of Black Journalist Salute to Excellence award winner, and was named one of The Root's 100 Most Influential African Americans of 2020. He lives in Georgia with his wife and two children and is a graduate of Davidson College. Related Episodes: Claudia Rankine: The Reconciliation Won't Be Easy, But It's Necessary Work David Blight on the Prophet of Freedom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are dozens if not hundreds of cases involving prosecutors using rap lyrics that are about crimes as evidence of actual crimes, even when there was no other credible evidence. But finally, the recording industry and California lawmakers are pushing to put an end to the practice.Today, we talk about groundbreaking legislation that could limit how music is used as evidence in criminal court. Read the full transcript here.Host: Gustavo ArellanoGuests: L.A. Times columnist Erika D. SmithMore reading:Column: America loves rap, not Black people. Don't be fooled because this bill protects lyricsRapper ‘Tiny Doo' and college student arrested under controversial gang law get day in court against policeSan Diego council approves $1.5M payout to two men jailed under controversial gang law

The Black Lives Matter movement was propelled into the global spotlight as protests spread following the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer in 2020. Having started as a grassroots movement protesting racially motivated violence and police brutality in the United States, Black Lives Matter has now grown into an international social and political phenomenon, with activists organizing protests and social media campaigns worldwide. In this episode, we explore how this once US-based movement has triggered action against racism in places as far away as the Nordic countries: A region traditionally seen as being at the forefront in the fight against inequality and discrimination but which still has its battles to fight regarding these issues. We also ask what the struggle for black people's rights will look like in the future. Will it remain global? And what would that mean for black people? This podcast episode comes from a Nordic Talks live event organized by the Harbourfront Centre in Toronto, Canada. The talk is part of "Nordic Bridges 2022", a year-long initiative fostering cultural exchange between the Nordic Region and Canada.

I've talked about a lot of Las Vegas history on this podcast and I absolutely love doing it.  And, based on the reaction to the various Vegas history episodes I've released, it's pretty clear that you do too. This time around, I'm covering a part of Las Vegas history that doesn't get the attention it deserves and if I'm being honest, it's a part of Las Vegas history that I really had no idea existed - and as someone who considers themselves a bit of a Vegas fanatic, I'm a little embarrassed by that fact. Joining me on this episode is Claytee White, the Director of the Oral History Research Center at the University of Nevada - Las Vegas.  I asked Ms. White to come on the podcast to have a conversation about Black History and the African American Community in Las Vegas after hearing her appearance on the podcast, "Spectacle - Las Vegas". Ms. White shared her story of what brought her Las Vegas and got her interested in Black History, we discussed the situation in Las Vegas leading up to the founding of the Moulin Rouge, and what led to the integration of Las Vegas Strip. If you'd like to learn more about Black History, the African American Community in Las Vegas, and the Moulin Rouge, visit Documenting the African American Experience in Las Vegas, a project of the UNLV University Libraries.  You can also check out the books, The Moulin Rouge and Black Rights in Las Vegas by Earnest N. Bracey and Storming Caesars Palace by Annelise Orleck. __________________________________________________________________________ Jeff Does Vegas is an official Vegas.com affiliate!  Help support the podcast & get exclusive deals by booking your hotel stays, shows, attractions, tours, clubs and even complete vacation packages (including air & hotel) with our special link!

Do not accept injustices, work to change them. There is power in creating change in this world. So just remember, you are not alone in your struggle for a better, brighter world. We can also struggle together in the journey of creating change.Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected!Support me on Patreon!Twitter:  @elliottspeaksInstagram: @elliottspeaks

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I know this is a hard topic to discuss, but I think it's really important. I want you to reflect back on your life. Was there a time where you were close minded towards a group of people? How have you changed since that time and how do you think being open minded helps marginalized groups have a voice?Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected!Twitter:  @elliottspeaksInstagram: @elliottspeaks

When Will Smith slapped Chris Rock during the Oscars for a joke the latter made about the hairstyle of Smith's wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, it brought forth the politics of Black hair, especially the hair of Black women. Long maligned, it's getting more attention than ever, from the sisterlocks of prospective Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson to anti-discrimination bills passed on the state and local level.Today, we talk about the issue with two L.A. Times writers who bring their own personal history to the subject.Host: L.A. Times D.C. reporter Erin B. LoganGuests: L.A. Times columnist Erika D. SmithMore reading:Column: Will Smith's Oscars slap of Chris Rock settles it. We're done with Black hair jokesCalifornia becomes first state to ban discrimination based on one's natural hairThe world of Black hair magic, according to an icon of L.A.'s hair avant-garde

Two brothers near Sacramento are fighting for compensation for the land they say was taken from their formerly enslaved ancestors during the Gold Rush. Their story got pulled into an even bigger debate happening right now in California. A first-of-its-kind task force is trying to decide: Will the state pay reparations to Black people? And if so, who should get it?Guests: L.A. Times columnist Erika D. SmithMore reading:Column: They say California stole their ancestors' land. But do they qualify for reparations?Column: It's a guaranteed income program, but think of it as a test case for reparationsCalifornia created the nation's first state reparations task force. Now comes the hard part

#ThePureBlacknessPodcast #Podcast #BlackWomenWhoTravel #BlackGirlsWhoTravel #MelaninAbroad This week we vibin' round Grandmomma House with our new cousin Carmel! She is an educator, world traveler, and blogger who took her inspiration of her experiences around the globe to launch GoMelanin for the seasoned traveler and the newcomers looking for travel essentials. She has traveled to a multitude of locations including Barcelona, Ghana and a trip to Kemet with renowned Master Teacher Anthony Browder of The Browder Files! IIn addition to her travels, she is an educator who challenges the curriculum to teach true Black History and is a Revolutionary advocate for Black Rights & Culture! Check out this dope interview where we dive into her background and all of the amazing things she has on the way! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepureblacknesspodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thepureblacknesspodcast/support

Jewish Diaspora Report - Episode 8On this episode of the Jewish Diaspora Report, Host Mike Jordan explores the rich and long history of the Beta Israel (Ethiopian Jewish Community) in Africa, a community that has faced many challenges and dangers. In the 1980's and 90's, due to civil wars and coups in Ethiopia, the Israeli Government and many groups aimed to save this African Jewish minority group from targeted attacks, discrimination and possible destruction. Three daring rescue missions were planned to bring as many Beta Israel members to safety in Israel as they could. Many years later, the Beta Israel have found a home in Israeli Society and many have thrived. However, these new immigrants to Israel faced many challenges as a visible minority within Israeli society. Explore these challenging issues and join the Jewish Diaspora Report for future episodes on issues of Politics, Culture, Current Events and more! Check us out on Instagram @jdr.podcast

What qualities do you respect and value in a leader? Who are some of the leaders that you look up to in today's day and age? Take some time to reflect on the difference they have made in your life.Text me at 972-426-2640 so we can stay connected!Twitter:  @elliottspeaksInstagram: @elliottspeaks

ಲೇಖಕ ಚಿದಾನಂದ ರಾಜಘಟ್ಟ ಅಮೆರಿಕಾದ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ US VP ಕಮಲಾ ಹ್ಯಾರಿಸ್ ಅವರ ಪಯಣ, ಜೀವನಕಥೆ ಮತ್ತು ಆರೋಹಣದ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಮಾತನಾಡುತ್ತಾರೆ.Author and DC-based journalist Chidanand Rajghatta talks about the phenomenal rise of US Veep Kamala Harris and discusses his latest book on her journey.ಕಮಲಾ ಹ್ಯಾರಿಸ್ ಅವರು 2020ನಲ್ಲಿ ಜೋ ಬೈದೇನ್ ಅವರ ಉಮೇದುವಾರಿಕೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷ ಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಪ್ರಚಾರ ನಡಿಸಿ ಗೆದ್ದರು. ಜೊತೆಗೆ ಕಮಲಾ ರವರು ಭಾರತದಲ್ಲೂ ಪ್ರಸಿದ್ಧರಾದರು. ಕಮಲಾ ರವರನ್ನ ಭಾರತೀಯರು ಅಂದರೆ ಸರಿ ನ? ಅವರ ಜೀವನಕಥೆ ಏನು, ಮತ್ತು ರಾಜಕೀಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಗೆ ಮುಂದುಬಂದರು? ಅವರ ಉಪಾಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರ ಕಾಲ ಹೇಗಿದೆ? ಲೇಖಹ, ಸಂಪಾದಕ ಮತ್ತು ಪತ್ರಕರ್ತರಾದ ಚಿದಾನಂದ ರಾಜಘಟ್ಟ ರವರು ಪವನ್ ಶ್ರೀನಾಥ್ ರವರ ಜೊತೆ ತಲೆ-ಹರಟೆ ಪಾಡ್ಕಾಸ್ಟಿನ 117ನೇ ಕಂತಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಇದೆಲ್ಲರ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಮಾತನಾಡುತ್ತಾರೆ.ಚಿದಾನಂದ ರಾಜಘಟ್ಟ ರವರು ಟೈಮ್ಸ್ ಆಫ್ ಇಂಡಿಯಾ ನಲ್ಲಿ ವಿದೇಶಿ ಸಂಪಾದಕರು. ಅವರು 25 ವರ್ಷಗಳಿಂದ ವಾಷಿಂಗ್ಟನ್ ಡಿ.ಸಿ. ನಲ್ಲಿ ವಾಸವಿದ್ದರೂ ಅವರು ಮೂಲತಃ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನವರೇ ಆಗಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಅವರ ಮೂರನೇ ಪುಸ್ತಕ 'ಕಮಲಾ ಹ್ಯಾರಿಸ್: ಫೆನೊಮೆನಲ್ ವುಮನ್' 2021 ನವಂಬರಲ್ಲಿ ಇಂಗ್ಲಿಷ್‌ನಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಕಟಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ. (ಹಾರ್ಪರ್ ಕಾಲಿನ್ಸ್ ಪ್ರಕಾಶನ) ಪುಸ್ತಕದ ಲಿಂಕ್: https://amzn.to/3GJSQcM2020ನಲ್ಲಿ ತಲೆ-ಹರಟೆಯ 66ನೇ ಕಂತಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಚಿದಾನಂದವರು 'ಅಮೇರಿಕಾದ ಕನಸು' ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಮಾತನಾಡಿದ್ದರು.Kamala Harris became a household name in India after her nomination and victory as the Vice-President of the United States of America, alongside President Joe Biden. From WhatsApp messages to newspaper articles to TV programmes, Kamala was celebrated for her Indian heritage and ‘Indianness'. How should one truly think about Kamala Harris and her extraordinary achievements? How does the US Vice-President think about her own identity, and her politics?Author, foreign editor and journalist Chidanand Rajghatta returns to the Thale-Harate Kannada Podcast to talk about how Kamala Harris might be the most consequential and powerful US Veep till date. On Episode 117, Chidanand talks to host Pavan Srinath and shares the circumstances that shaped Kamala's formative years, talks about the pioneering woman that her mother Shyamala Gopalan was, and gives us various glimpses into one of the most important political figures of today. Chidanand also elaborates on Kamala's public rise in the era of Donald Trump, extensive bigotry, xenophobia, and white supremacy.Chidanand Rajghatta is the author of a new book, ‘Kamala Harris: Phenomenal Woman' (Harper Collins). Rajghatta is foreign editor and bureau chief of the Times of India, and is one of the longest serving foreign correspondents in Washington, DC. This is his third book, after ‘The Horse That Flew: How India's Silicon Gurus Spread their Wings', and ‘Illiberal India: Gauri Lankesh and the Age of Unreason'. You can buy his new book here: https://amzn.to/3GJSQcMChidanand was previously on Episode 66 of Thale-Harate, talking about the promise of ‘The American Dream' and what it has meant to Indians and Kannadigas over the years.Related Links:Chidanand Rajghatta on Twitter @chidu77. Chidanand Rajghatta's blogs and articles on Times of India.Excerpt of Kamala Harris: Phenomenal Woman in ThePrint.Suggested Listening:ಅಮೆರಿಕಾದ ಕನಸು. The American Dream.ಅಮೆರಿಕಾ! ಅಮೆರಿಕಾ!! Kannada in the USA with Ramaprasad KV.A Pandemic and American Politics [English episode with Chidanand]Chidanand discussing his new book on ThePrint [English video]ಫಾಲೋ ಮಾಡಿ. Follow the Thalé-Haraté Kannada Podcast @haratepod. Facebook: https://facebook.com/HaratePod/ , Twitter: https://twitter.com/HaratePod/ and Instagram: https://instagram.com/haratepod/ .ಈಮೇಲ್ ಕಳಿಸಿ, send us an email at haratepod@gmail.com or send a tweet and tell us what you think of the show!The Thale-Harate Kannada Podcast is made possible thanks to the support of The Takshashila Institution and IPSMF, the Independent Public-Spirited Media Foundation.You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcast App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios and check out our website at https://ivmpodcasts.com/ .You can also listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Gaana, Amazon Music Podcasts, JioSaavn, Castbox, or any other podcast app. We also have some video episodes up on YouTube! ಬನ್ನಿ ಕೇಳಿ!

This week we got to dive into a very underrepresented  area of the arts and its influence on political protest. Throughout history, dance has been used as a tool for political power and protest, even though it's also been laced with controversy and sometimes outlawed in countries and communities (even today). We talk about a myriad of cultures and societies that have been influenced by this political power of dance. From  Zimbabwe warriors, plantation slaves, 17th-century French Courtiers,  Soviet Communists,  LGBTQ+ activists,  to the counterculture scene of Sao Paulo, dance has been used as a way to express unity, power, and protest.  We also talk about the myriad of issues that have used dance as a catalyst for change including protests against the economy during The Great Depression, the refugee crisis, gender equality, human trafficking,  and most recently police brutality and the Black Lives Matter movement.  This episode will definitely make you rethink dance... and also the movie Footloose. Want to check out some of our favorite books? Check out our booklist Follow Us on Instagram @morethanamuse.podcast 

Today on the Podcast, Stauney introduces us to Josephine Baker. Often referred to as "The Black Venus" or "The Black Pearl" she was a Paris showgirl with a shocking routine that took the world by storm (often joined on stage by her pet cheetah Chiquita). She also was an accomplished actress (the first black woman to star in a major motion picture), a singer, and a American Civil Rights activist, speaking and marching alongside Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr. She also was well-known for her adopted children, a large crowd of 12+ kids from different countries and cultures across the world, called "The Rainbow Tribe." Add in a close personal relationship with Princess Grace Kelly and so much more, and she is truly a collective of a million accomplishments and abilities that surpass all expectations. Want to check out some of our favorite books? Check out our booklist Follow Us on Instagram @morethanamuse.podcast 

It's 50 years since one of the darkest periods in Queensland history, when police violently suppressed anti-apartheid protests against South Africa's touring rugby team. Students, unions and Black Rights activists were among the protestors. This is the first episode in a two-part series discussing the legacy of that tumultuous time.

It's 50 years since one of the darkest periods in Queensland history, when police violently suppressed anti-apartheid protests against South Africa's touring rugby team. Students, unions and Black Rights activists were among the protestors. This is the first episode in a two-part series discussing the legacy of that tumultuous time.

This week, the podcast gets heated... sort of. Both of us are enduring heat waves in our respective states, as is most of the country. While we'd both take the heat over the cold, there's new concerns about Texas's power grid holding up to the demand of such a heat wave... just a couple of months after it was proven to not be able to handle the cold. What's at risk if it all falls apart? What is the cause for the surge in demand, and why can't the supply keep up? And, what questionable tips are being given to stay cool and minimize your energy usage? We discuss, and give some tips of our own on this week's episode.Plus, Juneteenth is finally a federal holiday! The day commemorates the official ending of slavery in the United States, and not 156 years too soon by the way. Why did it take so long to pay tribute to such a big moment in our nation's history? Especially with our government honoring so many other things through holidays like President's Day, or the admittedly-questionable Columbus Day? And why now? We discuss, and share our thoughts on whether this addition was politically-charged, and why the push for racial equality should transcend politics.Then, Snapchat finally drops its popular "speed" filter! The feature would show the speed the user was traveling in real-time as the video was taken. The problem? One of the most common uses for this filter was while driving, leading to several deadly or violent crashes. Lawsuits followed, and Snapchat slowly made the feature more difficult to find... all while denying it had any role in those crashes. What we think about the subtle changes from a growing corporation, and much more. JOIN THE DISCUSSION!Follow us:FacebookInstagramYouTubeOfficial WebsiteEmail us: TheCatchupCast@Gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.nosignalrocks.com/the-catchup-podcast/)

We're very excited for the premiere of our newest show "What the Woke?!", aiming to foster a greater understanding of social & societal issues. In this first episode, we explore the concepts of "whiteness", "equality vs equity" and more. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬★ MEET OUR GUESTS ★▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Iona Italia is an Enlightenment scholar, tango dancer, copyeditor and translator and the author of the books Anxious Employment and Our Tango World. She will take over from Helen Pluckrose as editor-in-chief of Areo magazine from 4 May. She is also the host of the podcast Two for Tea.Twitter: https://twitter.com/IonaItalia​​▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Rod Graham is an Associate Professor of sociology and criminal justice at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. When he is not playfully provoking people on Twitter, he researches and teaches cybercrime. He also has a YouTube channel where he has conversations with folks about social issues.Website: http://roderickgraham.com​.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7yo...​Twitter: https://twitter.com/roderickgraham​▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Sulha Socials https://linktr.ee/theSulhaAdar's Socialshttps://linktr.ee/adarw▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Support the showPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=28922972PayPal: http://paypal.me/AdarWBTC: 3DBp9R2imyuiyXkFZfLG9KsjRUJQYdfTDRETH: 0x63B21a81b1122e22C074b83C7BfbF32a32620B16▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

The ACLU has existed for 100 years, fighting for and helping to preserve our democracy and freedoms.  This week's episode takes a look at their long and hard fighting history as told through a potential 6 hour series.  From their founding, an era of Nazis, Black Rights, LGBTQ Rights, and another Nazi era, we guide you through how this would've played out on TV.

In this series of episodes we are exploring Black Activism and the lucrative business model that appears to be forming. With the death of George Floyd Black Lives Matters received a financial windfall in donations like no other Black Rights organization before. In part 1 we layout the warnings of Malcolm X about financial backers and try to set a precedent on how previous leaders have used funds.Follow on FB and IG: @gentlemenshhProduced by Savvi Hue for POD'N.

DAY 380: THE PEOPLE VS THE STATE: DEFENDING BLACK RIGHTS IN GENERAL

Filibuster?  A little background  https://www.senate.gov/about/powers-procedures/filibusters-cloture/overview.htm Whether praised as the protector of political minorities from the tyranny of the majority, or attacked as a tool of partisan obstruction, the right of unlimited debate in the Senate, including the filibuster, has been a key component of the Senate's unique role in the American political system. Perspective The most significant impact of the Senate's supermajority rules.​ "THE FILIBUSTER" Made by History Perspective For 100 years, the filibuster has been used to deny Black rights The most significant impact of the Senate's supermajority rules. #HOWCEE Radio Host Freddie C. Howard offer his perspective on The most significant impact of the Senate's supermajority rules. For 100 years, the filibuster has been used to deny Black rights

DAY 316: PEOPLE VS THE STATE : DEFENDING BLACK RIGHTS IN GENERAL!

What an inspiring woman Sabrina Mahtani is - words cannot do her justice. Sabrina is a British/Zambian human rights lawyer specialising in women's rights and social justice.  She is so humble, courageous, uplifting and intelligent and is a truly inspiring female leader who's in it for the greater good.Sabrina's experience has involved working for the Rwandan war crimes tribunal, legal aid in Zambia and death row in Sierra Leone. Sabrina is particularly passionate about helping women who have been unjustly criminalised as the result of patriarchal and archaic systems. One way she helps these women is via AdvocAid, an NGO that she founded with 3 other women which helps girls and women within the legal system of Sierra Leone. Amongst many notable accomplishments, AdvocAid has helped free 6 women from death row. Even beyond Sabrina's day to day work, she is an admirable pioneer for female leadership and improved opportunities and access for black and ethnic minority people into the legal profession.This episode is for those truly curious about real life stories of injustice, trials and triumphs. Sit back with an open heart and get ready to be inspired!// Please note that Sabrina speaks entirely in a personal capacity in this episode and not on behalf of any organisation //EPISODE SUMMARY:-Sabrina's path into law, ignited upon witnesses her father's arrest.Experience within the Rwandan war crimes tribunal and domestic prisons in Sierra Leone including stories of women criminalised for poverty and abuse.The work that AdvocAid and the Elders Foundation do.AdvocAid's grassroots response to COVID-19.Sabrina's proudest success involving a death row case.Self care and dealing with the pressures of this work.What real female leadership involves.How access to justice can really be improved in the world.How the legal sector can improve access to legal careers in a real way for black and ethnic minority groupsTakeaway advice – what Sabrina would tell the younger version of herself wandering around a careers fair………CONTACT INFO + LINKSSabrina and the organisations she works with:-Connect with Sabrina via her twitter account @Sabrina_Mahtani.AdvocAid - find out more here, DONATE or APPLY for an intern / volunteer role.The Task Force on Justice Report referred to at 42 mins can be found here.The COVID Justice Fund can be found here.Legally Different:-Instagram: @legallydifferent Email: hello@legallydifferent.comThanksLauren

Gavriel Chichester is a proud black rights activist. He dedicates his time speaking out against injustices against the black community and recently organized a protest in front of the US consulate in Tel Aviv, Israel in solidarity with the protestors in the United States. Get in touch with GavrielInstagram: @_lotus.revlon Get in touch with me: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AdarWeinrebInsta: https://www.instagram.com/adarweinreb...FB: https://www.facebook.com/AdarWeinrebSupport more content: https://bit.ly/2N2Neje

On the first episode of VECTORMEN, Lee and Lawrence talk The Last of Us 2's Twitter debacle, EA Play Live*, Bioshock Infinite, Hyper Light Drifter, EVO2020's Netcode debacle and follow-up to our never-to-be-released Episode Zero. -- Hosted by Lee Brady (@leepaulbrady) and Lawrence (@BPR_Lawrence) “Vectormen Theme” by Lee Brady, created using Beepbox (beepbox.co) Listen to more episodes on Spotify and Anchor (anchor.fm/vectormen) -- Segments: 00:00:26 – Catch-Up for “Episode Zero” (Horse VR, Astartes, PS5 Talk) 00:11:22 – Lawrence talks The Last of Us 00:15:59 – Lawrence talks Hyper Light Drifter 00:21:00 – Lee talks Bioshock Infinite, Kotaku & the importance of not blindly following one gaming news source 00:43:28 – News: Neil Druckmann needs to shut up 00:53:19 – News: Cyberpunk 1066 delayed 00:55:10 – News: Crash Bashdicoot 4 00:58:47 – News: PC Lamer Show 01:04:06 – News: EA wants to merge our world with The Sims and we mustn't let them 01:22:05 – Skullgirls Gets Theirs (EVO 2020) -- Links for this episode: Humble Bundle Fight for Racial Justice: https://www.humblebundle.com/fight-for-racial-justice-bundle (ends 23/06/20) Lee's collection of Kotaku articles https://kotaku.com/yes-bioshock-infinites-cover-is-terrible-and-yes-tha-5964876 (bad) Owen Good https://kotaku.com/the-real-problem-with-bioshock-infinites-box-art-poor-5965290 (Good) Tina Amini https://kotaku.com/at-least-theres-a-good-reason-im-sick-of-hearing-about-5904494 (Good) Luke Plunkett https://kotaku.com/bioshock-infinite-is-insanely-ridiculously-violent-it-470524003 (bad) Kirk Hamilton https://kotaku.com/the-problem-with-bioshock-infinites-combat-468530143 (meh) Kirk Hamilton Giant Bomb article regarding the effusive praise of TLOU2, ala Lawrence's recount https://www.giantbomb.com/the-last-of-us-part-ii/3030-57216/forums/an-actor-compares-tlou2-to-schindlers-list-twitter-1882808/?page=1 Hard Drive article with actual funny headline https://thehardtimes.net/harddrive/punk-game-doesnt-show-up-on-time/ The famous Tony Hawk tweet: https://twitter.com/tonyhawk/status/5184156673?s=20 EVO line-up, as seen via Lawrence's Twitter: https://twitter.com/BPR_Lawrence/status/1256546193578098689?s=20 -- Send us your thoughts! Twitter: @VectormenPod E-mail: vectormenpodcast@gmail.com Twitch: twitch.com/VectormenLive -- Some Disclaimers: Audio was recorded over Discord via our favourite Bot, Craig. Unfortunately, this has led to quite a loss in fidelity. This will be ironed out next time. *Lee accidentally quoted EA's Andrew Wilson saying “Black Rights Matter” when he actually said “Black Lives Matter.” Slip of the tongue went unnoticed, obviously meant the latter. Wilson's thoughts on Black Rights still pending. I'm kidding. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/vectormen/message

Diving deep into what has FINALLY been perpetuated in the media. Here I am discussing: Why has it taken MONTHS for Breonna Taylor and Armaud Arbery stories to be heard? The role of mass media. Silent Leaders who take an oath NOT to care about the black community. And the masonic origins of law enforcement that govern modern day society and enable abuse of power. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rondail-lomax/support

State of The Black Family : Self Defense & Black Rights in General and recap of the Event in New Jersey USA.

They have Trumpageddon on the ropes… The grand jury that Mueller is putting together may be the undoing of this presidency. It is about time… but more than likely he will escape this like he escaped other lawful actions against him… He may be the true definition of mob ties, this guy is untouchable. Have you heard about a case of an African-American males being convicted of a sex act and will be put on the sexual residency because his white girlfriend who was one year younger than him sent him a sexual video and he replied with one back? This is just another example of Louisiana's justice regarding African-Americans… They have a very tilted lawful system. Have you seen the movie GIRLS TRIP? OD will be giving you the no spoilers review of what she deems to be a very good movie. Go see it! Colin Kaepernick gets no love while those that commiiting crimes of all kinds still get to play in the NFL, the NFL will not stand by a man calling out for justice for all... We will be exploring ot --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theurbanbreakdown/message