Podcasts about blackout tuesday

In this episode of The Feminist Bar, Tinatswe Mhaka and Sandra Mpanyira discuss the transformation of activism in the digital age. They explore how social media has enabled rapid mobilization and amplified marginalized voices, citing movements like the #BlackLivesMatter, and the Zimbabwe protests in 2018. However, they also address the pitfalls of performative activism, including superficial engagement and the spread of misinformation, as seen with #BlackoutTuesday and COVID-19 conspiracy theories. The conversation shifts to influencer culture, highlighting the positive role influencers play in raising awareness while acknowledging the risks of oversimplifying complex issues. Tinatswe and Sandra also discuss how to foster nuanced, in-depth conversations online and the importance of balancing speed with substance. Finally, they offer strategies for leveraging social media for effective activism, stressing the need for leaders on the ground and turning online energy into offline action. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own social media activism and engage intentionally. Stay connected through Twitter at @thefeministbar, Instagram at @thefeministbarpodcast, and support the podcast on Patreon at The Feminist Bar Podcast. Thanks for tuning in!

On Tuesday, June 2, 2020, also known as #blackouttuesday, did you post a black square on social media as a symbol of solidarity with the remembrance of George Floyd? If so, you got psyopped! Tune in to find out why you got psyopped, as media maven Maryam Henein talks about her incendiary new book, “George Floyd: A Multi-Layered Psyop Examined” and the accompanying documentary, “The Real Timeline.”Find Maryam at the following links:https://maryamhenein.substack.com/ https://maryamhenein.com/product/george-floyd-book/ https://twitter.com/maryamheneinhttps://www.mymoviesplus.com/products/the-real-timelinehttps://www.givesendgo.com/MaryamHenein

At Material Girls, we've been thinking a lot about the idea of using social media for social change and what those calls imply about the role of social media in our collective imaginations. And so, in the spirit of always historicizing, we recorded this episode to look back on the Black Lives Matter protests of 2020 and, specifically, to an online event known as Blackout Tuesday.If you were one of the people who posted a black square on your Instagram account — or someone who thought about it but didn't — this episode is for you! Hannah offers some really helpful insight pulling on Jia Tolentino's essay, "The I in Internet," the work of sociologist Irving Goffman, Montreal-based scholar Kelsey Blair and Canadian author and activist Naomi Klein. Together, Hannah and Marcelle dig into what it means that our social media tools, regardless of how they are used, are corporately-owned.To learn more about Hannah's research for this episode and to read Witch, Please Productions' statement on Israel and Palestine, head to https://ohwitchplease.substack.com/.And, if you like our show, please share it with family and friends! Word-of-mouth is the primary way we reach new listeners who are interested in feminist materialist critique, pop culture and laughing at and from within *the discourse.****Material Girls is a new show that aims to make sense of the zeitgeist through materialist critique* and critical theory! Each episode looks at a unique object of study (something popular now or from back in the day) and over the course of three distinct segments, Hannah and Marcelle apply their academic expertise to the topic at hand.We'll be back in two weeks for another episode, but until then, be sure to check out all the bonus content we have on our Patreon at Patreon.com/ohwitchplease. You can learn more about the show at ohwitchplease.ca and on our instagram at instagram.com/ohwitchplease! Want more from us? Check out our website ohwitchplease.ca.*Materialist Critique is, at its simplest possible level, a form of cultural critique – that is, scholarly engagement with a cultural text of some kind – that is interested in modes of production, moments of reception, and the historical and ideological contexts for both. Materialist critique is really interested in the question of why a particular cultural work or practice emerged at a particular moment. Music Credits:“Shopping Mall”: by Jay Arner and Jessica Delisle ©2020Used by permission. All rights reserved. As recorded by Auto Syndicate on the album “Bongo Dance”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At Material Girls, we've been thinking a lot about the idea of using social media for social change and what those calls imply about the role of social media in our collective imaginations. And so, in the spirit of always historicizing, we recorded this episode to look back on the Black Lives Matter protests of 2020 and, specifically, to an online event known as Blackout Tuesday.If you were one of the people who posted a black square on your Instagram account — or someone who thought about it but didn't — this episode is for you! Hannah offers some really helpful insight pulling on Jia Tolentino's essay, "The I in Internet," the work of sociologist Irving Goffman, Montreal-based scholar Kelsey Blair and Canadian author and activist Naomi Klein. Together, Hannah and Marcelle dig into what it means that our social media tools, regardless of how they are used, are corporately-owned.To learn more about Hannah's research for this episode and to read Witch, Please Productions' statement on Israel and Palestine, head to https://ohwitchplease.substack.com/.And, if you like our show, please share it with family and friends! Word-of-mouth is the primary way we reach new listeners who are interested in feminist materialist critique, pop culture and laughing at and from within *the discourse.****Material Girls is a new show that aims to make sense of the zeitgeist through materialist critique* and critical theory! Each episode looks at a unique object of study (something popular now or from back in the day) and over the course of three distinct segments, Hannah and Marcelle apply their academic expertise to the topic at hand.We'll be back in two weeks for another episode, but until then, be sure to check out all the bonus content we have on our Patreon at Patreon.com/ohwitchplease. You can learn more about the show at ohwitchplease.ca and on our instagram at instagram.com/ohwitchplease! Want more from us? Check out our website ohwitchplease.ca.*Materialist Critique is, at its simplest possible level, a form of cultural critique – that is, scholarly engagement with a cultural text of some kind – that is interested in modes of production, moments of reception, and the historical and ideological contexts for both. Materialist critique is really interested in the question of why a particular cultural work or practice emerged at a particular moment. Music Credits:“Shopping Mall”: by Jay Arner and Jessica Delisle ©2020Used by permission. All rights reserved. As recorded by Auto Syndicate on the album “Bongo Dance”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Black Lives in Music (BLiM) began as after Blackout Tuesday in 2020 to combat issues of systemic racism in the UK music industry. After learning there was no available data on the topic, the organization commissioned a survey of 2,000+ artists & industry professionals about issues & perception of racism in the region. In our latest podcast, we speak with BLiM CEO, Charisse Beaumont on what's changed since the first report was released, and what hurdles the UK industry still has to overcome.

TW: the murder of George Floyd, suicide   This week your hosts have a dream conversation with a dream guest who offers advice, wisdom, and vulnerability in a jam-packed hour. Emmanuel Acho, former linebacker and star of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, is well versed in the race space and offers insight into his public journey over the past few years. He accomplished something on Taylor's bucket list — hosting an episode of The Bachelor! Offering exclusive behind the scenes details, Emmanuel reveals that it was actually the hardest thing he's ever done on camera because of all the nuances. He then shares what led to him starting Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man and his thoughts on Blackout Tuesday. He speaks about allyship, his book Illogical, and what he learned from losing one of his friends to suicide. This conversation is full of useful advice, and your hosts found it to be ultimately invaluable — we hope you agree.  Follow Emmanuel @emmanuelacho and be sure to get your copy of Illogical: Saying Yes to a Life Without Limits    Thanks to our awesome sponsors for making this episode possible:   Jenni Kayne — Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code THESQUEEZE at jennikayne.com/THESQUEEZE! #jennikaynepartner  BetterHelp — This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/thesqueeze for 10% off your first month and get on your way to being your best self  To email us your questions or share your story, you can reach out to lautner.thesqueezepodcast@gmail.com.  Be sure to rate, review, and follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode! Plus, follow us on Instagram, @thesqueeze and personally @taylautner and @taylorlautner. To learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow @lemonsbytay on Instagram and visit lemonsbytay.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

About Cans for Change "Cans for Change is an independent organization run by one man, Bob Giulietti. Bob is a retired teacher who began posting on Instagram about his interest in local craft beer. He was aware of the social and political events surrounding racial divide and racism that was close to home. After the murder of George Floyd in the United States and the #BlackOutTuesday movement of silent activism, Bob decided to start making an impact. Inspired by “Cans for Kids” in his hometown of Hamilton, he began looking for organizations in his community that would make a change for black youth within his new community of Oshawa." All Beer Inside is a podcast by and for craft beer lovers. We travel near and far to sample the best brews and meet fellow aficionados. Drink craft, not crap! Please like, share, comment, subscribe and hit that notification bell! Beers tasted:- Manantler Craft Brewing Co. - The Dark Prince Dark IPA- Brew Revolution - Talkin' About A Revolution - Vanilla Earl Grey Black IPA Find Bob! on Instagram Get involved with Cans for Change!Instagram, Website All Beer Inside:Website, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Untappd: @allbeerinside The video portion of this interview can be found here Search for All Beer Inside in all your favorite apps. #CraftBeer #DrinkCraftNotCrap #oshawabeerguy #CansForChange

Cashapp/$officialbozcastI don't want nobody effin with me in these streets, cause ain't nobody got time fa dat ahaha….In the mists of an apparent revolution, we still have people trying to divide. We need to actively fight against that. We talk about ways to keep the conversation consistent.We break down the apparent leveling off of the corona virus and what it means. We go over “Black Out Tuesday” and what it means. Why did it divide us instead of unite us? (24:14)“We're at a point where if you don't like black people, you're on the wrong side, for the first time.” That is the biggest epiphany of the week! Black people haven't felt loved, it it's starting to feel like that is changes. (49:17)Join the conversation!#BeOfficial@OfficialBozcast@BozzieC@Ima1ReeseCup Songs of the Week:“At Your Best (You Are Love)” - Aaliyah“Oh! (Feat. Ludacris)” - Ciara

Your company or a brand you support posted a black square for #racialjustice on Blackout Tuesday 2020. Now what? What does it really mean to show up for racial justice in a way that builds trust? We unpacked this topic with Lynn Johnson, Founder and CEO of Hella Social Impact. Lynn is focused on helping businesses show up for racial justice authentically and impactfully. She believes her main job is to help today's leaders access the courage and imagination needed to reshape our economy for the good of all people. If you're looking for practical ways to align your organizational culture, operations, and communication with your external commitments to racial justice and social impact, you'll want to give this episode of In Trust a listen. Show Notes: Hella Social Impact's website The Hella Intensive 2021 Edelman Trust Barometer Oakland Freedom Theatre Hella Social Impact on Instragram Hella Social Impact on LinkedIn LISTEN NOW! In Trust is produced by: Spotlight Trust. Learn more about building, earning, extending, and repairing trust and download all our free resources at spotlighttrust.com. You can also pick up our new book, The Future is Trust, at thefutureistrust.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/in-trust/message

On June 2, 2020, #BlackoutTuesday began in protest of the numerous police killings of unarmed Black people, and what resulted was one of the most pervasive forms of social media advocacy...but did it actually further the cause for Black lives? We sit down with Dom Davis and the climbing community at large to discuss performative allyship—its efficacy, purpose, and whether authenticity matters in the fight for progress.

Welcome Hip Healthy Chick (Tasha Edwards) to the show!We went to a local coffee shop here in Huntsville, AL called The Green Room to record the podcast. The audio may be a little echo-ish because we were in a small space with a heater blowing in the background. I want to send out a huge thank you to Tasha for meeting me and discussing very personal things that she has been through as a strong, black female in the fitness industry. This woman has always been such an inspiration to me. It is hard to even articulate all the things she has accomplished despite the adversity that she has had to go through. Tasha and I catch up on life in this episode where we talk about things that have both affected us in some way or another. This episode dives deep into the fitness industry, body shaming, and racism in America. Stick around after the podcast is finished to listen to a clip from Tasha's IG TV that she posted on Black Out Tuesday in 2020 that we reference multiple times throughout the podcast. As always, like, rate, review, share, and subscribe to the podcast so that you can hear more from me in the future. Find Tasha on IG  @hiphealthychick (https://www.instagram.com/hiphealthychick/)Check out her Blog here: https://www.hiphealthychick.comFind me on instagram @ babbles_nonsense  (https://www.instagram.com/babbles_nonsense/)

Making money from your side hustle is a great feeling. But growing the side hustle into a full business can be a bit harder.  Regardless of the path you chose to entrepreneurship, there is one thing you must do. You must believe and bet on yourself! Today on the podcast I'm joined with photography expert and influencer Tash Haynes. We sat down to talk about making the transition into full-time entrepreneurship, learning how to work and negotiate with brands, and how to find your groove with content creation. Listen in if you're thinking about transitioning your side hustle into a full business, want to learn how to create content that connects with your audience and you want to learn how to work with brands.  Points Worth Listening To:  “I bet on myself. I said I was going to quit my job and see where we can take the business. And that was 11 years ago.” (6:55)  How to know if it's time to go full time in your side hustle. (9:59)  Tips on how to repurpose content. (24:53)  Thoughts on being a black influencer and the aftermath Black Out Tuesday 2020. (27:15)  Learning how to recognize your value with brand deals. (39:12)  “Every deal, every collaboration, every partnership is like, a course, it's a lesson.” (45:13)  “It's just so important to value yourself. Know what your own goals are and what you hope to get.” (50:17)  Guest Info:  www.wisdomandcourage.com Follow Tash on Instagram - @itstashhaynes  Photography Instagram page - @ikeandtash Links mentioned in this episode: Mattie James  Photo Me Ike  Final Thoughts:  Don't forget to like, review, and subscribe to the podcast.  Follow MJ on Instagram @lifebymj  Follow the podcast on Instagram @alifebyyou Join the Life By You Facebook Community       

People of Color have been demanding racial justice well before 2020. Why did it take the murder of George Floyd for companies and CEOs to publicly take a stance on anti racism? And on the other side, why are some companies afraid to even speak out? People of color have also experienced racism and discrimination within the workplace, so now that their companies are making statements, how are they being held accountable? This week we discuss “Performative Activism” that has been observed within the fly fishing industry that began around June 2nd, also known as Blackout Tuesday, and we'll discuss the impact we see today in the angling community. This is a conversation between a Black woman and an Indigenous woman and we share our personal perspective and observations as avid anglers in this space. Performative activism is a pejorative term referring to activism done to increase one's social capital rather than because of one's devotion to a cause. As we move into a new year, I would like to call in the outdoor industry to consider responding vs reacting and doing it authentically. https://www.instagram.com/tv/CA8I4D2FVxt/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link https://www.gofundme.com/f/brown-girl-outdoor-word-gear-library?utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/DemieshaDennis https://browngirloutdoorworld.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Performative_activism#:~:text=Performative%20activism%20is%20a%20pejorative,activism%2C%20referred%20to%20as%20slacktivism. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erica-nelson2/support

BLM (aka Black Lives Matter), one of the most talked about topic this year. As part of this movement, a huge campaign called Blackout Tuesday was created on Tuesday 02 June where 28 million people across the world posted a black square ⬛️ within 48 hours to support the BLM movement. And to talk about this topic, I bring my friend Wendy (thanks babe) onto my show to talk about her point of view as a black woman, born and raised in Paris and now living in London with her partner Aky (hi Aky).We hear from Wendy on her views on whether Blackout Tuesday created an impact - or was it just a trend? So if you're one of the 28 million (or more) who posted a black square in June, this one's for you!Wendy and I also discuss our lives growing up as a minority and some of the allyship between blacks and asians. How Yellow Peril came about in the US and how it was repurposed to support the Black Panther Group in the 60's. Also, in the UK, I discuss the Grunwick Strike (a company that owned Tripleprint, Doubleprint and Bonusprint (blast from the past) where 80% of the workforce were Asian and getting paid 60% less than the UK average and working in poor conditions.Do you have any feedback on this episode? You can find me on insta https://www.instagram.com/chinesechippygirl/ or email me chinesechippygirl@gmail.com. And feel free to send Wendy some love https://www.instagram.com/wen_dydylyns/. We'd love to hear from you.

Three key city leaders - Human Rights Director Dr. Love Jones, City Manager David Parrish and Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer Maria Hicks-Few - share community-wide efforts to achieve racial and social justice. Niketa Greene, the Chamber's vice president for leadership, diversity and inclusion, hosts. Thanks for joining us! This episode is sponsored by Truliant Federal Credit Union Visit Truliant here --------------------- Today's host is Niketa Greene, the Chamber's VP of Leadership, Diversity, and Inclusion. --------------------- 00:57 - Niketa kicks off the episode with a warm welcome and introduction of her guests from the City of Greensboro! Today's guests are Dr. Love Jones, the City's Human Rights Director; Maria Hicks-Few, Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer; and David Parrish, the City Manager.    3:00 - This year has been a time of challenges, especially within the world of racial justice and inequity. Niketa asks her guests about their thoughts as the City of Greensboro reckoned with social and racial issues at the start of this summer. As parents, community members, and leaders, each shares their experiences and how they viewed the positives and concerns that came from the protests.   8:25 - Niketa asks what the first steps were in addressing these huge social issues, especially as each guest is a key City Government leader. Maria shares that internally, the City staff held a moment of silence, a Blackout Tuesday event, and marched in solidarity of Black Lives Matter. There were also internal conversations that addressed the hurt and confusion of the events, before branching out into the Employee Resource Groups to understand the full impact across the organization and implement action towards change.   11:00 - Dr. Jones shares about the Thrive GSO initiative, housed in the Human Rights Department, to address race and income disparity. The goal of Thrive GSO is to address the challenges that populations re-entering society post-incarceration face when trying to build a successful life. Their four-pronged approach addresses barriers in accessing housing, education, employment, and voting rights.   12:53 - David speaks to how the Greensboro Public Library has helped the community by removing access barriers like overdue book fees in order to prevent access issues for vulnerable populations who need library services and resources. These fines were unintentionally impacting lower income communities and people of color at a higher rate, so removing this barrier allows these populations to continue to access needed public resources.   15:45 - Niketa asks about the complex issue of police reform in Greensboro. David details some initiatives taken on by the new police chief, including changes to use-of-force policy in reaction to the George Floyd murder, as well as how suspects are publicly portrayed in the community.   18:08 - Dr. Jones explains what the RACE GSO initiative is and does for Greensboro. RACE stands for Recognizing And Considering the Experiences of Others, and encapsulates what the City is doing to tackle difficult social and racial issues, spread awareness of the City's efforts, ensure the City staff feel valued and heard through difficult conversations, and give tools to department leaders to facilitate open, healthy, and healing discussion.   25:30 - Niketa asks David how these changes have been received by City staff and the community at large. He emphasizes on communication first, understanding where people are and what is needed, and building changes from there. But, change will always create discomfort for some while addressing the discomfort for others. Overall, the vast majority supports the direction that the City is moving in and the initiatives that the organization is employing.   31:35 - How can people learn more about the social and racial initiatives that the City is employing? Dr. Jones emphasizes active participation from the community on social media and invites community members to serve on or attend meetings for the three Human Rights Commissions. Maria directs listeners to the Office of Equity and Inclusion website to find out more information about the work they're doing, to find the Heritage Calendar, and to watch the One Greensboro show. David encourages people to sign up for City communications and follow their social media for updates and information.  --------------------- Learn more about the RACE GSO initiative at https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/human-rights/race-gso. Learn more about the Greensboro Office of Equity and Inclusion at https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/executive/office-of-equity-and-inclusion. --------------------- Remember to subscribe for new episode notifications each week. Make sure to follow impact. The Boro on social media! Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: @gsochamber Visit the Chamber website at greensboro.org.

Sharon Chuter was born in Nigeria, where she was credited with bringing Revlon to the country, as a teenager (yes, you read that right). She relocated to Perth, Australia, where she honed her skills at some of the world's leading companies, including L'Oreal, Pepsi, GlaxoSmithKline, and as an executive at the LVMH-owned Benefit Cosmetics.   Sharon grew frustrated with the lack of real inclusivity in the beauty industry, and set out to launch her own beauty brand, UOMA Beauty -- with the widest array of foundations (6 “Skin Kins” or skin color groups). UOMA Beauty has won industry awards since making its debut in April 2019, and Sharon has earned recognition as one of beauty's brightest. But it's her boldness that is truly making waves.    Sharon launched “Pull Up For Change” on June 3, the day after “Black Out Tuesday” and as a response to the murder of George Floyd this summer. With the call to action for brands to #PullUpOrShutUp, Sharon called on beauty brands to offer transparency about the diversity of their employees and outline concrete goals for doing better in the future.   With UOMA Beauty, Sharon inspires everyone to show up every day as their raw self, a tribute to the misfits, “the weirdos,” the people who have been left out. And with Pull Up For Change, she is reminding us to see color, to see the beauty in our differences, and to get uncomfortable.    I loved chatting with Sharon about her vision for UOMA Beauty, why diversity should be the status quo, and why the call for change she is demanding is so critical for the world.    Website: https://uomabeauty.com UOMA Beauty IG: https://www.instagram.com/uomabeauty Pull Up For Change IG: https://www.instagram.com/pullupforchange #pulluporshutup Sharon Chuter IG: https://www.instagram.com/heysharonc   Produced by Dear Media. 

She has acted in on Family Matters, Sister Sister, & Life. Venus talks upbringing, acting, gives advice. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today we're joined by in-studio guest Alexis Wilkins - a Baltimore blogger, body positivity advocate, and entrepreneur also known as Living Alexis - to talk about race. Alexis shares her experiences from microaggressions in her sorority days, her thoughts on casting Matt James as the first Black Bachelor, and her feelings on #blackouttuesday and social media's role in the #blacklivesmatter movement. We're also joined by one of The Enough Podcast's interns, Camille, who is living in Maryland for the summer to make her debut on the show!*This episode was recorded on Juneteenth.To keep up with Alexis on social, follow her Instagram accounts:@living_alexis@sippingonselflove@alexiswilkinseventsThis podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. For 10% off your first month of online counseling, visit trybetterhelp.com/enough.

As we continue our mini series addressing the current events surrounding racism, we wanted to bring on a fellow friend and BIPOC influencer- Carla. Carla is a home stylist also here in Jacksonville and moved from Puerto Rico ten years ago. We talk about how brands are addressing racism and how they plan to move forward, how to navigate brand deals, our thoughts on Black Out Tuesday plus much more. We hope that you enjoy this interview style episode!

This week, I am joined by Maddie from the Voluntary Vixens and a giant in the liberty world, Eric July. We talk about his band, Backwordz, and their new song, "The Great Equalizer," Blackout Tuesday, the creativity in the liberty world, and how he would fight Tom Morello in a communist v. capitalist cage match.

Nabil Ayers is the U.S. General Manager for the record label 4AD. He's also a musician and a writer, and recently in the New York Times, Ayers published an interview with Ed Eckstine, who was the first Black person to be appointed head of a major label in the U.S. In this episode, Jay Gabler asks Ayers about that New York Times article and about the conversations happening in the music industry around Blackout Tuesday.

In the wake of Blackout Tuesday, will real change come to the music world? The Grammys are changing their use of the word 'urban' and the band formerly known as Lady Antebellum are now 'Lady A,' while BMG is looking at its historic contracts to root out inequities.

This week at the table the guys discuss: Nationwide protesting and curfews, Looting, "Blackout Tuesday", Celebrity fails, Another Insecure Update, Listener questions, Sex within relationships," Would you date someone who is Vegan?", and much more! As always, follow us on Instagram and Twitter @thebltpod. Email us at theblteu@gmail.com Thanks for the support. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theblt/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theblt/support

To start the podcast, I share a few brief thoughts on the Black Lives Matter movement and also share a passage from previous podcast guest, Anthony Farrell of Austin-based band, The Greyhounds. This episode was originally supposed to air on June 4, but we decided to push it back one airing date to June 11 to join with our brothers and sisters in the music industry in support of Black Out Tuesday. #theshowmustbestopped My conversation this week was with Portland recording artist, Isabeau Waia'u Walker. Walker grew up in Hawaii and as a young adult made her way to Portland to pursue a career as a high school teacher and eventually a musician. In our interview, Isabeau talks about her teaching career, what drove her to play music full time, touring as a member of Y La Bamba, and growing up in a mixed-race family. Just a few weeks ago she put out her debut EP, Better Metric, which is absolutely wonderful and can be found anywhere you buy or stream music. At the end of the episode, we get to hear the EP's title track. If you enjoy the podcast, please let others know, subscribe or write a review. 5 star ratings and reviews on Apple Music as well as subscribing to our YouTube Channel help us out the most!! PLUS.. we now have a Middle Class Rock Star Podcast Spotify Playlist. Be sure to follow and listen. https://www.youtube.com/andysydow https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/middle-class-rock-star/id1422550117 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6W2VPo2VelVVMJof8BHeHJ?si=9p41cB6mTMqy0mnEBWYShg Black Lives Matter Compiled Information: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Jb3VgTWKA313qJNrU4oUQeVG8Kk2D6_BSWNE7QukawM/edit?fbclid=IwAR3XpNvyOyAjqG44QTW_pHkjTihOKiD0OKamvLw4HYHtZVTQI2sSuxJbe-s#gid=856003772 Episode Music: Theme: "Secret Rodeo" by Andy Sydow Interview Intro/Outro Music: "Who I Want To Be" by Andy Sydow Show Outro Music: "Better Metric" by Isabeau Waia'u Walker Guest Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/34IeX9oov4lkjQF5ug72D9?si=uyMtZgoxQcSNOLikcYNXfA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beaubaeubarina Sponsors: A huge thanks to our sponsors, PQ Mastering and Narrator RF. For any sponsorship inquiries, shoot me an email at middleclassrockstar@gmail.com http://pqmastering.com https://narratorrf.com

This week continues our analysis of the public response to George Floyd's killing and opposition by military leaders to President Donald Trump's desire to deploy the military in curbing violence during protests. "Things will get worse before they get better," or so the saying goes. This week, as historic unrest continues in the wake of George Floyd's killing, news of protestors being interrogated by FBI and NYPD have raised concerns, and point to U.S. intelligence interest in possible "hijacking" of protests by various groups. Meanwhile, military leaders past, and present, have opposed President Donald Trump's recent aims to use military forces to curb violence during protests, and Minneapolis has proposed defunding and disbanding its police force. We wade into the fray with our analysis on this edition of Middle Theory. Coronavirus Charities: If you are able, please consider supporting the following charities that are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic: CDC Foundation Coronavirus Relief No Kid Hungry Responds to Coronavirus Direct Relief: Coronavirus Pandemic American Red Cross: Give Blood Feeding America Meals on Wheels Homeless Shelter Directory DOLLARS FOR DONUTS A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week: Bethany Trottier   Connie Fletcher  Robert Westfall  John Lipartito   If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:   We also offer SUBSCRIPTION accounts for those who would like to make recurring monthly payments to Middle Theory. If you would prefer to SUBSCRIBE to the program, click here to visit our DONATES page, and scroll down below the primary DONATE button.  SHOW NOTES BAD WATER: Asheville Police destroy medic station, call water bottles “projectiles” ROWDY RUDY: Rudy Giuliani has lost the plot ELECTION UPDATE: Inside the room: Trump's top aides plot new theme BLACKOUT BUST: As responses to George Floyd's death go, #BlackOutTuesday was embarrassing (Fatima Bhutto) FBI DON'T KNOW: FBI ‘has no intelligence' indicating antifa was linked to weekend violence in the George Floyd protests, despite Trump and Republicans' claims INTERROGATION ENSUES: Brooklyn Man Was Arrested For Curfew Violation. The FBI Interrogated Him About His Political Beliefs. RESIGNATION: James Bennet resigns from New York Times after Cotton op-ed backlash MILITARY SPEAKS: Generals win battle w/ Trump as 82nd Airborne are removed from D.C. Pentagon Order Was Behind National Guard Helicopters Buzzing DC Protesters DC mayor says federal response to protests led to larger groups participating peacefully THE ROCK SPEAKS: Dwayne Johnson has a message for Trump DISMANTLED: Minneapolis City Council members intend to defund and dismantle the city's police department POLICE VIOLENCE: Poll: Americans are more concerned about police violence than violence at protests Author Alex S. Vitale Talks 'The End Of Policing' After Floyd Death JOIN US: REACH OUT TO MIDDLE THEORY To send us feedback, you can email us here. Also, follow Middle Theory on Twitter too... this is highly recommended, and may even be vital for some of you. Finally, as mentioned earlier, some may be further compelled to donate to the program, which helps keep ads for survival gear, water filters, male enhancement supplements, and do-it-yourself earthworm farming kits off the program.

This episode is all about the current climate and enlightenment our country is going thru in terms of racial injustice. As I sat back and literally watched my country go thru so much turmoil in a matter of two weeks, I needed a means to talk thru my emotions as a black person. I'm thankful that I was able to call on my peers of The Orange Collab - who are all black female entrepreneurs and influencers.  In this episode you will find we speak very candidly about our state of minds as black women specifically: How social media has effected this moment Our honest feelings towards the #BlackOutTuesday movement and why a black square isn't quite enough Suggestions of how brands and non-black influencers should navigate this topic and moment What we feel is needed to move forward for our nation and the entire world as a whole to combat racial injustice. For my fellow black listeners, I hope this shows you are not alone in this space at this time. And for my non-black listeners, welcome! Just to advise, we do not hold back in this discussion and you are really getting an intimate view into our mindsets and feelings. Please listen with an open mind, open heart, and feel free to ask any questions or continue the discussion on social media on A Life by You's Instagram or Facebook page.   The Orangle Collab: https://www.instagram.com/theorangecollab/ Amber Calhoun: https://www.instagram.com/curly_corner/ JayJay: https://www.instagram.com/theventgaljay/ Brittany: https://www.instagram.com/eventsbykirk/ Tyler: https://www.instagram.com/thriftsandtangles/ Kendra: https://www.instagram.com/kendrajayy/ Amber W: https://www.instagram.com/pepperedbarn/

In the past two weeks, there has been only one topic on the agenda, and one important question on my mind: Racism - and how can we - as white people - listen, learn, and do better? In this episode, I explain why I chose not to take part in #BlackoutTuesday and why I have not been silent on what some may see as a difficult or divisive issue. Not because I'm trying to "show" how anti-racist I am. That's performative and unhelpful. But because I truly believe in the power of meditation as a tool to offer insight into our lives and minds, even when it's hard, or uncomfortable. I truly believe that meditation has a serious role to play in helping us all to get quiet, to get still, to listen, to learn, and to sit with the discomfort that many of us (white people) are feeling this week, about our role and accidental complicity in what is still an inherently racist society. Meditation is, at its core, a practice in getting still, getting quiet, in recognising our own biases and prejudices, our flaws and weaknesses - as well as our strengths and using our compassion, yes - and using that practice to retrain and rewire the brain, so we can identify those unhelpful mental patterns, and choose a better, more helpful, happier, compassionate path. This is exactly what we, as white people, need to do now. That's why, in this episode, I also share some of the best resources I have found to start doing the work, listening, and learning. I also share my Anti-Racism Values and how I am committing to continue to doing this work long after the news cycle has moved on. ------------ Resources + Show Notes Me and White Supremacy by Layla F. Saad Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge Sebene Selassie, meditation teacher and author, @sebeneselassie JoAnna Hardy, meditation teacher, @JoAnnaHardy65 Light Watkins, meditation teacher and writer, @lightwatkins Osheta Moore, anti-racism encourager, @oshetamoore on Instagram Rachel Rodgers, business coach, @rachrodgersesq ------------ “In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist. We must be anti-racist.” - Angela Davis ------------ Enjoying this podcast? The best way to support us is to leave a good rating + review wherever you're listening, and share it on Instagram. Take a screenshot of your listening, or share your favourite takeaway and DM and tag me at @breathelikeabadass . Sharing + reviewing helps even more like-minded people to discover the show - which is awesome, because this stuff always feels easier when you know others who get it too. Can't wait to see you there! Thanks for listening, Hannah x

This week we honor #BlackoutTuesday with another live episode dedicated to #BlackLivesMatter, and to raising awareness for everyone.Donnie, Dan and Tid talk about what has happened in the world since our last episode, and we review the feedback to last week's powerful episode.The boys welcome in our news anchor TVGurl to address some of the misinformation that is being spread, and to talk about how she has been impacted personally and professionally by the recent events. We also try to unpack some of the anti BLM sentiment that has started to rise from select members of the indigenous community, and we try to wrap our heads around it, and offer some of our own advice.Our featured guest is Canadian Football League wide receiver, Shamawd Chambers – who has also lost a family member due to senseless violence. His story his heartbreaking, and his strength is inspirational.Join us this week, and keep fighting the good fight.

In this week's episode, Fresh and Confucius discuss the varying celebrity responses to the protests following the killing of George Floyd. They also touch on the controversy around Blackout Tuesday and their thoughts on Rush Limbaugh's appearance on The Breakfast Club.

Peloton supports Black Lives Matter movement and makes a donation to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund.Peloton canceled live classes on June 2 in support of "Blackout Tuesday."Robin Arzon has tips on how to be an ally.Tunde hosted a special "Speak Out" ride. Chelsea Jackson Roberts hosted a special meditation.The OPP has been set to moderated posts only.Alex Toussaint had a heartfelt IGTV post.A look back at the ESPN All-Star ride.Bloomberg.com talks about Peloton's impressive stock performance.All this plus our interview with Joanie Young!InvesterObserver.com has their reasons why the stock is doing so well.The Atlantic writes about how fitness might work in the future.Peloton customer service has been having some struggles.Peloton is on Apple TV.CBS Sunday Morning talks about the success of Peloton.Matty Maggiacomo is featured on Rhode Island television.The Quest Badge is complete.There's a flash challenge on the Tread.The new Pride collection is here.Tunde hosted a classic rock ride in November that had a Monkees song. (Tome still won't take it.)Our Best Fiends battle continues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amid the situation our country is currently facing, Lee Carl provides his take on racial awareness. He analyzes Black Out Tuesday, systemic racism and the importance of changing the Mississippi state flag. Visit the link below if you want a new Mississippi state flag. https://sign.moveon.org/petitions/remove-the-confederate-4Support the show

Apologies straight away for the poor audio quality in this podcast. Bali and London internet were not cooperating, but Leah & Michelle felt strongly that this message needed to get out into the world. So you get it as is! In this episode, Leah & Michelle (two multiracial women) discuss the global racial unrest. The Tuesday Blackout is discussed as well as the "your silence is deafening" movement. Leah and Michelle weigh in on the protesting, riots and agent provocateurs, how you can ACTUALLY make a difference and why you should STOP sharing the George Floyd video. Get the All Class SUPER Pass for $2,222 HERE: https://theleahsteele.kartra.com/page/2022ALLCLASSSUPERPASS-PODCAST Where to find Michelle: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theearthoracle/ Website:https://www.themichellepatrick.com/?r_done=1 Join Leah and Michelle's FREE Facebook Group - THE ELEMENT FACTOR: https://www.facebook.com/groups/647786632725484 CLICK HERE TO JOIN LEAH & MICHELLE'S TELEGRAM CHANNEL: THE HIVE MIND - https://t.me/thehivemindchannel Want to know how to get further connected to all of the things in Leahland? Keep reading! Find Leah on Social Media:  Instagram: www.instagram.com/theleahsteele Facebook:www.facebook.com/theleahsteele Twitter: www.twitter.com/theleahsteele LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/theleahsteele YouTube:www.youtube.com/leahsteele Join Leah's FREE Facebook group WEALTH ALCHEMY for Monthly Wealth Forecasts and all things Wealth Alchemy at www.facebook.com/groups/realwealthalchemy Get your daily dose of Leah - REAL, RAW & UNCENSORED - by joining her FREE Telegram Channel here: https://t.me/thewealthwitch For more information on Leah and her current offerings, visit her website:  www.theleahsteele.com Opt-in to Leah's email list and receive a FREE excerpt from her new book Wealth Alchemy HERE: https://theleahsteele.kartra.com/page/WealthAlchemyBook Have questions or want to hear a certain topic on the podcast?! Email media@theleahsteele for inquiries!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TikTok's censorship and its new competition, #BlackOutTuesday backfiring, and why Juneteenth is even more significant this year.   | Free Culture Translator newsletter: axis.org/ct | Free webinar series: axis.org/webinar-series | Talking with Your Children About Protests and Racism: cnn.it/3cClMmG | A Collection of Resources for Teaching Social Justice: bit.ly/2XB06TY | How White Parents Can Talk to Their Kids About Race: n.pr/2XYZruk | Racism and Violence: How to Help Kids Handle the News: bit.ly/3dA9UDb | It's Never Too Early to Talk About Race: bit.ly/3gXoOVW

During this episode, we have friend of the show Porsalin call in as we resume the necessary conversation about racism and privilege today. They discuss Blackout Tuesday, the patience and persistence of black people, media's coverage of the protests, who are the “allies”, and much more. Be sure to check out Porsalin's website: iamporsalin.com, where the Breaking the Barrier Podcast is featured! Like what you hear? Give us that 5-star rating on Apple! 
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The world is a very different place to where we left you more than eight months ago! And we're catching up on what we've learned in this new “normal”. Following the killing of George Floyd, and protests in both America and Australia on racial injustice, the music industry this week responded with a blackout. But the confused messaging on social media has people wondering if these conversation will continue beyond the news cycle. And in this bin fire of a year, rest assured, Myf has found some farshun news to lift your spirits. Strawberry crocs anyone? Show Notes: Blackout Tuesday: https://www.vulture.com/2020/06/blackout-tuesday-guide.html Baker Boy's powerful statement: https://www.instagram.com/p/CA7Hc6tB5iu/ Kira Puru's anti-racism resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BRlF2_zhNe86SGgHa6-VlBO-QgirITwCTugSfKie5Fs/mobilebasic Docplay 10 docos to educate yourself: https://www.docplay.com/articles/10-documentaries-to-watch-about-race-instead-of-asking-a-person-of-colour-to-explain-things-for-you/ Gucci goes seasonless: https://metro.co.uk/2020/05/27/gucci-goes-seasonless-declares-clothes-should-have-longer-life-12763897/ Crocdown: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/fashion/style/crocs-having-lockdown-fashion-moment-surely-can-never-chic/ The Beach: https://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/program/the-beach Trevor Noah analysis: https://www.facebook.com/thedailyshow/videos/271504123969416 Isabella Higgins analysis: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-06-02/us-riots-indigenous-deaths-in-custody/12309010 Practical ways you can support Aboriginal Lives Matter: https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/hack/practical-ways-you-can-support-aboriginal-lives-matter/12308386 10 positive ways to engage: https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/hack/here-are-10-positive-ways-to-engage-with-indigenous-issues/10885222 Email us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past, present, and emerging. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

After yesterday's Blackout Tuesday, we open up about how it affected us and what we took away from it. We also live streamed this podcast on Facebook and took real time questions about Black Lives Matter vs All Lives Matter.

On this episode Orlando and Julian felt compelled to continue the conversation with the senseless murder of George Floyd and the events that have happened all over the country as a result. They also share good news stories that are also emerging from the chaos. Opinions are shared, arguments are made and not every statement was in agreement but common ground was reached and a conversation was had. Orlando and Julian also note that there have been positives to come from this tragedy and that in many places law enforcement and the local communities have begun to come together in solidarity. Please take a moment to see the stories on the links provided… On this follow up episode, Orlando and Julian also expressed the need to be socially responsible and share their views on steps that can be taken to solve this sociopolitical problem of racism, police brutality, and the loss of confidence in our law enforcement agencies. They also challenge individuals to not just look at the headline before making assumptions or statements without getting all the facts first. What is Blackout Tuesday? Explaining the movement and controversy Two autopsies both find George Floyd died by homicide, but differ on some key details https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/01/technology/george-floyd-misinformation-online.html Seattle security guard helps disarm George Floyd rioters with AR-15s stolen from smashed police cruiser Blackout Tuesday posts are drowning out vital information shared under the BLM hashtag George Floyd protests live updates: Police shot in St. Louis, Las Vegas, NYPD officer hit by car - The Some police officers support George Floyd protesters by taking a knee, marching Florida sheriff, police chief take a knee, pray with protesters JR Smith Beats The Hell Out of Alleged Car Vandalizer During LA Protests A List of Every Celebrity Who Has Stepped Out To Protest The Death of George Floyd So Far --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/invincibly-broken/message

It's been a minute since Scam Safely (@scamsafely, @scvmsafely) dropped a new episode, so we decided to provide a fresh perspective on current events . On this episode DaSai & Kris (@_k2times, @gramsandscvms) give you the latest on what's happening locally and nationally: from the most recent police brutality and racism events to Detroit Villians getting exposed throughout these trying times. The video about Jewell Jones we bring up can be found on @pardonmewithp Instagram page in his Instagram Tv section. Support and shop business. RIP GEORGE FLOYD! www.scamsafely.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scvmsafely/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scvmsafely/support

This week, The Role Less Taken is taking a pause to recognize the clusterfuck that is our justice system and our country. If you have the means, and feel so moved, consider supporting the following organizations:  George Floyd Memorial Fund,  Minnesota Freedom Fund,  Black Visions Collective,  Reclaim the Block,  Unicorn Riot,  Campaign Zero,  National Bail Funds,  ACLU,  NAACP Legal Defense Fund,  Fair Fight,  and your own communities for similar organizations.  We will see you next week.

The Boston Bruins made a strong statement following the "abhorrent murder of George Floyd" while some players took part in #BlackoutTuesday. Plus, host Ian McLaren reads "Meet Willie O'Ree" to one of his kids and shares some powerful statements from other prominent NHL players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You questions about #BlackoutTuesday answered, and participation encouraged.

Wes Goldberg opens the show by sharing his thoughts on the recent protests resulting from the death of George Floyd. Then he answers a few listener questions about the Warriors' closing lineup and backup point guard for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hello katemes! Ya escucho que hoy es, "Blackout Tuesday",? Yo lo vi hoy temprano en redes sociales pero la mera neta no entendi muy bien y por eso aqui lo platicamos el dia de hoy. Taen, platicamos con mi amor imposible la Abogada de Inmigracion Nancy Guarderas de La Liga Defensora...mucho informacion ahora que empesaran abrir las cortes de inmigracion en los proximos dias. Y, por ultimo, taen nos vamos a divertir! jiji No se pierda nuestra Encuesta Piratona para que escuche la carrilla! Recuerde que el chow completo lo encuentra en la APP de Don Cheto al Aire y en el canal de YouTube taen como Don Cheto al Aire. Gracias por escucharnos y recuerde que los Amoooooooooo!

This is a short bonus episode to address the current state of racism and police brutality being experienced by Black people in America. Below, you will find information regarding resources and avenues of support that are mentioned in the episode. Please donate to the following funds and/or others that you may be aware of: 1. George Floyd Memorial Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd 2. Minnesota Freedom Fund: https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/ 3. Black Visions Collective: https://www.blackvisionsmn.org/ 4. Campaign Zero: https://www.joincampaignzero.org/ 5. Black Lives Matter: https://www.Blacklivesmatter.com 6. Minneapolis NAACP Branch: https://www.paypal.me/mplsnaacp4050B To sign a petition to demand justice of George Floyd, text “Floyd” to 55156. You can also sign-up at Color of Change: https://colorofchange.org/ to be notified of more opportunities to take action. If you are participating in Black Out Tuesday (6.2.2020), it is extremely important that you not use the #blacklivesmatter or #BLM on your blackout post, as it is burying vital information that those of us, all of us who need it to stay informed and educated. Instead, use hashtag #blackouttuesday. #podcastersforjustice #WoCPodcasters #BlackLivesMatter To follow and connect with Black Girl Mentor, you can visit blackgirlmentor.com, or find us on Facebook (Facebook.com/blackgirlmentort), and on IG and Twitter (@blackgirlmentor). Contact Tiffany using Tiffany@blackgirlmentor.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlmentor/message

This week Laura addresses #blackouttuesday and we hear from Bobby, a Drag Queen, who decided going to a small college was the best decision to have performing opportunity. He would also learn that the opinions of others can eat away at you and ultimately steal away your JOY. A large man with a loud voice, an amazing talent, and how he found JOY again doing what he loves. He used the negative voices to drive him forward instead of holding him back and years later learned forgiveness, for others and himself.

#TheShowMustBePaused #BlackLivesMatter Today we proudly take part in "Black Out Tuesday". A day the music industry is taking a united stand in response to George Floyd's death. We stand in solidarity with the black community, the people that work on our show, colleagues, listeners and community leaders in fighting racial injustice and inequality. This will be a day of action committed to change in our communities. Change that needs to happen both now and in the future! Here's how you can help globally and locally: https://bit.ly/36QntM9 Also on the show today: Tradie VS Lady First Calls - Powerful message from an Aussie cop in the USA Birthday Wheel O News 2 Questions for $10K Normal or Not: enjoying 'private time' with photos of yourself Black out Tuesday O News Simon Cowell Beat The Bomb Only lying O News Last Calls - Jackie says what she REALLY thinks of Kyle in a 60 Minutes deleted scene Follow us @kyleandjackieo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#TheShowMustBePaused #BlackLivesMatterToday we proudly take part in "Black Out Tuesday". A day the music industry is taking a united stand in response to George Floyd's death. We stand in solidarity with the black community, the people that work on our show, colleagues, listeners and community leaders in fighting racial injustice and inequality. This will be a day of action committed to change in our communities. Change that needs to happen both now and in the future! Here's how you can help globally and locally: https://bit.ly/36QntM9Also on the show today: Tradie VS Lady First Calls - Powerful message from an Aussie cop in the USA Birthday Wheel O News 2 Questions for $10K Normal or Not: enjoying 'private time' with photos of yourself Black out Tuesday O News Simon Cowell Beat The Bomb Only lying O News Last Calls - Jackie says what she REALLY thinks of Kyle in a 60 Minutes deleted scene Follow us @kyleandjackieo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friends, I encourage you to participate in #blackouttuesday --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/vanika-lewis/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vanika-lewis/support

Today we proudly take part in "Black Out Tuesday". A day the music industry is taking a united stand in response to George Floyd's death. We stand in solidarity with the black community, the people that work on our show, colleagues, listeners and community leaders in fighting racial injustice and inequality.  This will be a day of action committed to change in our communities. Change that needs to happen both now and in the future!   Let's use this pause as a moment to think about what we can do to put action towards change. Here's how you can help globally and locally: https://bit.ly/36QntM9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we proudly take part in "Black Out Tuesday". A day the music industry is taking a united stand in response to George Floyd's death.  We stand in solidarity with the black community, the people that work on our show, colleagues, listeners and community leaders in fighting racial injustice and inequality.    This will be a day of action committed to change in our communities. Change that needs to happen both now and in the future!     Let's use this pause as a moment to think about what we can do to put action towards change.  Here's how you can help globally and locally: https://bit.ly/36QntM9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices