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On this episode of the Rules of the Game podcast, the second installment of our eight-part series focusing on critical issues, we dive into the latest headlines shaping racial justice and immigrant rights. We'll explore how nonprofits can play a pivotal role in advocating for change through legislative, executive, and judicial channels. From raising awareness to securing funding for advocacy efforts, nonprofits across the nation are stepping up in the fight to protect our rights. This episode not only highlights their impactful work but also provides crucial insights into the rules and regulations that govern nonprofit advocacy in the ongoing struggle for racial justice and immigrant rights.   Attorneys for this episode  Monika Graham Brittany Hacker Quyen Tu    Current Events/EOs:     ·      Trump Administration Cuts Funding for Unaccompanied Immigrant Children, essentially terminating the UAC Program   o   UAC Program Responsibilities: §  Ensuring that the interests of the child are considered in decisions related to care and custody §  Ensuring, to the greatest extent practicable, that all unaccompanied alien children in custody have access to legal representation or counsel §  Releasing UAC to qualified sponsors and family members who are determined to be capable of providing for the child's physical and mental well-being o   The Fallout: §  Impacts the work of 100 plus legal service providers §  RAICES 199+ employees laid off §  Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston 101 employee layoffs §  Catholic Charities Tarrant County 169 employee layoffs §  Catholic Charities Houston/Dallas 180 employee layoffs §  Over 26, 000 children left without legal representation §  Immigration court backlog includes about 3.5 million cases ·      Attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion o   Trump's order to investigate around 350 philanthropic organizations holding combined assets of $900B due to their DEI programs. o    Funders' responses: Some have remained steadfast in their commitment, while others have backed down. o   Context to understand the broader tension: ·       A surge in commitment to racial equity following the murder of George Floyd by police in 2020. ·       SCOTUS ruling in June 2023: The Supreme Court deemed race-conscious admissions policies at Harvard and UNC unconstitutional in the Students for Fair Admissions case, effectively ending affirmative action in college admissions. ·       In response to SFFA, in August 2023, the American Alliance for Equal Rights sued Fearless Fund, alleging its grant program for Black female entrepreneurs was racially discriminatory. The 11th Circuit Court halted the program during litigation, and Fearless Fund settled in September 2024, ending the program. As a result, grants or contracts restricted to a specific race may now violate federal law. o   Government and private sector DEI offices and programs have shut down. o   Numerous lawsuits are pending, creating additional legal uncertainty. o   Chilling effect already unfolding, with widespread chaos and uncertainty.   ·      Executive Orders (10 in the first 7 days) o   Ended humanitarian parole for immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela, and Nicaragua, forcing those legally allowed into the U.S. to leave. o   Attempt to end birthright citizenship. o    Ramp-up of deportations, expanding the list of individuals prioritized for removal. o   Paused the refugee resettlement program, capping it at the lowest level in 40 years. o   Ongoing challenges: Many policies have been paused or are currently being contested in the courts. o   Impact on individuals: Deportations of student visa holders detained by masked individuals, and the arrest of Legal Permanent Residents (LPRs) based on their involvement in Free Palestine movements. o    Deportations to El Salvador without due process for immigrants alleged to be gang members—based solely on tattoos. o   Wrongful deportation: A Maryland man was deported to El Salvador despite a court order prohibiting his deportation. Authorities claim it was an administrative error, with no legitimate reason for his arrest, detention, or removal. Even DOJ lawyers have expressed confusion about why the administration isn't bringing him back, despite being ordered to return him by midnight tonight. o   Shocking incompetence: The lack of diligence and understanding of the human impact of these policies is alarming.         Advocacy ·      Executive Order Advocacy: o   501(c)(3) compliant, safe, nonpartisan, non-lobbying advocacy activity (keeping in mind that other federal, state, and local regulations may apply) o   Track and communicate EOs, assist immigrant communities in understanding their implications, and help prepare through targeted social media campaigns o   Develop a preparedness plan for potential ICE actions at your nonprofit, ensuring the safety and rights of those involved ·      Fund Advocacy: o   General support grants provide funding that is not earmarked for a particular purpose and can be used at the discretion of the recipient organization to advance their mission and cover operating costs.  o   Specific project grants: Private foundations must review the grantee's project budget and may award up to the non-lobbying portion. Funds must be used exclusively for the designated project. o   Note: Public foundations that have made the 501(h) election may follow the same general support and specific project grant rules that apply to private foundations, and these grants should not be considered a lobbying expenditure by the foundation, even if the recipient public charity spends the grant funds on lobbying ·      Public Awareness: o   Amplify the voices of unaccompanied children through powerful storytelling campaigns that humanize their experiences and bring attention to their plight. o   Conduct in-depth research on the impact of funding cuts, highlighting how these reductions are affecting the lives of vulnerable children, and share these findings publicly to increase awareness. o   Actively engage with your community by hosting events, discussions, or social media campaigns that educate the public on current issues surrounding unaccompanied immigrant children and provide actionable ways they can advocate for meaningful change. Lobbying  ·      Tax Code Lobbying 101: Public charities can engage in lobbying! Ensure you track and report all local, state, and federal lobbying activities while staying within legal limits. ·      Host a Lobbying Day: Organize a dedicated event, like AILA's National Day of Action, to mobilize supporters and advocate for critical issues. ·      Engage in Ballot Measure Work: Actively participate in ballot measures to influence public policy decisions at the local or state level. ·      Remember: o   State/local level lobbyist registration and reporting requirements may apply when engaging in legislative and executive branch advocacy. o   Ballot measure advocacy could implicate state/local campaign finance and election laws.        Resources ·      Race and Equity: The Advocacy Playbook for Racial Justice and Immigrant Rights  ·       The Impact of Government Funding Cuts on Unaccompanied Children and the Role of Nonprofits in Fighting Back ·      Public Charities Can Lobby ·      Practical Guidance: What Your Nonprofit Needs to Know About Lobbying in Your State ·      Investing in Change  

This week on Keep It Positive, Sweetie, I'm joined by the powerhouse herself — multi-hyphenate entrepreneur and co-founder of The Fearless Fund, Arian Simone. We dive into a candid, no-holds-barred conversation about Selling the Vision, her relentless fight for women entrepreneurs of color, and the landmark federal court case that thrust her into the national spotlight — igniting a much-needed conversation around the future of DEI in America. From sitting at the feet of legends like Coretta Scott King and Rosa Parks as a young girl, to being crowned a real-life Ivorian Queen, Arian's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Her story is bold, brilliant, and deeply inspiring. Grab your pen and paper — class is in session. You're about to be educated, empowered, and reminded of the power of purpose.

https://nycpublicschoolparents.blogspot.com/2024/11/interview-with-akil-bello-and-pearson.htmlCNN, Linda McMahon, Trump's Education pick, was sued for allegedly enabling sexual abuse of children https://www.cnn.com/2024/11/21/business/linda-mcmahon-abuse-wwe-trump-education/index.htmlAdvocates for Children, Student Homelessness in New York City, 2023–24. https://advocatesforchildren.org/policy-resource/student-homelessness-data-2024/Daily News, Push to digitize NYC entrance exam for specialized high schools reignites equity debate, https://www.nydailynews.com/2024/11/23/push-to-digitize-nyc-entrance-exam-for-specialized-high-schools-reignites-equity-debate/?share=tcoohytentooicndwciuDOE's proposed contract with Pearson for the SHSAT, https://www.schools.nyc.gov/docs/default-source/data/contracts-agendac5e42b19-b471-4be6-aac5-6985c414342d.pdf?sfvrsn=2cdf075e_1Akil Bello, SHSAT testimony for NYC Council https://akilbello.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/city-council-written-testimony-shsat-.pdfNational Academy of Science, High Stakes Testing for Tracking, Promotion, and Graduation, https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/6336/high-stakes-testing-for-tracking-promotion-and-graduationFairtest, NACAC Panels Emphasize the Benefits of Test Optional/Free Policies, https://fairtest.org/a-review-of-panels-at-the-nacac-conference-which-discussed-test-optional-policies/Chalkbeat, NYC specialized high school offers to Black and Latino students inch up but remain stubbornly low, https://www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2024/06/18/specialized-high-school-offers-to-black-and-latino-students-increase-but-remain-low/Hechinger Report, The problem with high-stakes testing and women in STEM, https://hechingerreport.org/the-problem-with-high-stakes-testing-and-women-in-stem/Jonathan Taylor, Fairness To Gifted Girls: Admissions To New York City's Elite Public High Schools, Journal of Women and Minorities in Science and Engineering, 25(1): 75–91 (2019).https://www.dl.begellhouse.com/journals/00551c876cc2f027,294b56436594090b,2e036b8a364ae7df.htmlCNN, State plan calls for dropping Regents requirement by 2028, https://ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/education/2024/11/04/state-plan-calls-for-dropping-regents-requirement-by-2028FairTest, Massachusetts & New York Reject Graduation Exam Requirements; Only Six States Maintain Mandatory Exit Tests For Diploma, https://fairtest.org/massachusetts-only-six-states-maintain-mandatory-exit-tests-for-diploma-voters-and-policy-makers-see-education-and-equity-benefits-from-multiple-measur/WBUR, Question 2 wins: Mass. voters end MCAS high school graduation requirement, https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/11/06/massachusetts-ballot-question-2-approved-mcas-test-measure-resultWBUR, Billionaire Mike Bloomberg funnels $2.5M toward opposing MCAS ballot measure, https://www.wbur.org/news/2024/10/28/bloomberg-massachusetts-election-mcasEdReform Now, Tracking the Impact of the SFFA Decision on College Admissions, https://edreformnow.org/2024/09/09/tracking-the-impact-of-the-sffa-decision-on-college-admissions/Yale Daily News, Applicants, admissions officers navigate first test-flexible application process, https://yaledailynews.com/blog/2024/11/18/applicants-admissions-officers-navigate-first-test-flexible-application-process/Akil Bello, The NY Times Doesn't Cover College, https://akilbello.com/2024/05/06/the-ny-times-doesnt-cover-college/Akil Bello, The Misguided War on Test Optional, https://www.insidehighered.com/opinion/views/2024/02/05/misguided-war-test-optional-opinionNY Times, He Worked for Years to Overturn Affirmative Action and Finally Won. He's Not Done. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/08/us/edward-blum-affirmative-action-race.htmlWashington Post, Fearless Fund settles with DEI foes, ends grant program for Black women, https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/09/11/fearless-fund-edward-blum-settlement/

Elections shape the future of our democracy, and their impact on our lives is undeniable. As a Black woman, lawyer, leader, and mother, I see it not just as part of my brand but as my duty to bring essential conversations forward, especially as we approach this pivotal Election Day.In this episode of Branding Room Only, I'm joined by Alphonso David, a trailblazing civil rights and economic justice leader, and the president and CEO of the Global Black Economic Forum. Alphonso's work and his powerful message resonate deeply at this crucial time. We explore his remarkable career advocating for Black and marginalized communities and discuss the significant issues at stake in this election.1:58 - Alphonso's definition of a personal brand, himself in a single sentence, two quotes he often goes back to, and his hype songs5:54 - How a devastating childhood experience in Liberia shaped Alphonso's brand and commitment to social justice10:44 - Alphonso's through line and career path leading up to becoming president of the Global Black Economic Forum17:37 - The Fearless Fund court case and how it exposes ongoing systemic inequity in the U.S.26:39 - The singular concept that should be at the forefront for Black or Black-adjacent people this election32:54 - How the Forum's work intercepts with priorities of greater equity and freedom for the Black community36:01 - Why it's important to think through the lens of community (and history) rather than through the lens of the self41:19 - All the things Alphonso does for fun, what he will never compromise on, and the unique experience that he provides for othersMentioned In Why This Election Matters: A Conversation with Alphonso DavidAlphonso David | LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | TwitterGlobal Black Economic ForumLambda LegalFearless FundSubscribe to The Branding Room Only on YouTubeSponsor for this episodeThis episode is brought to you by PGE Consulting Group LLC.PGE Consulting Group LLC is dedicated to providing a practical hybrid of professional development training and diversity solutions. From speaking to consulting to programming and more, all services and resources are carefully tailored for each partner. Paula Edgar's distinct expertise helps engage attendees and create lasting change for her clients.To learn more about Paula and her services, go to www.paulaedgar.com or contact her at info@paulaedgar.com, and follow Paula Edgar and the PGE Consulting Group LLC on LinkedIn.

On June 29, 2023, the conservative-led Supreme Court struck down race-based affirmative action in higher education. While the ruling was limited to higher education, litigants have used the ruling to attack DEI initiatives in the private sector. We have done a previous episode on the Fearless Fund lawsuit and a settlement was reached in September. Today we are joined by Venture Capitalist Shila Nieves Burney to discuss what this means for Black women's economic justice and the pathway forward for Venture capitalists of color.   We are ready to Clapback and Get the Facts. 

On June 29, 2023, the conservative-led Supreme Court struck down race-based affirmative action in higher education. While the ruling was limited to higher education, litigants have used the ruling to attack DEI initiatives in the private sector. We have done a previous episode on the Fearless Fund lawsuit and a settlement was reached in September. Today we are joined by Venture Capitalist Shila Nieves Burney to discuss what this means for Black women's economic justice and the pathway forward for Venture capitalists of color.   We are ready to Clapback and Get the Facts.

Welcome to Season 3!!!! Our theme this year is "FREEDOM" Quote/Light: "A man is rich in proportion to the number of things which he can afford to let alone" ~ Henry David Thoreau Positive Black Story of the week: The Fearless Fund (https://www.fearless.fund/) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Motivation / Inspiration for the week: Colorado OT win over Baylor Thank you for tuning in to another episode of the Quotes Light & Motivation Podcast with William H (@williamh412). All music produced by Mysterious (@mysteriouspgh) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quoteslightmotivation/support

DEI faced another setback last week, as the Fearless Fund announced it would drop its grant program for Black women founders—part of a settlement agreement with the American Alliance for Equal Rights (AAER), the conservative think tank spearheading anti-DEI legal efforts against several business and non-profit institutions. Alphonso David, co-lead counsel to the Fearless Fund and president and CEO for the Global Black Economic Forum sat down with Ali Jackson-Jolley to discuss what's next for the Fearless Fund and other race-based programs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A study exposes superfluous hiring of D.C. patrol officers, a grant program for Black women disbanded after right-wing pushback, and an overdue conversation about the depreciation of journalism.  NewsStudy Finds D.C. Doesn't Need More Police Officers Walking the Beat. Will Anyone Listen?Fearless Fund settles with DEI foes, ends grant program for Black womenKaty Perry Defends Collaboration With Dr. Luke On New Album: “I Understand It Started A Lot Of Conversations”James Earl Jones' Comments Dissing Black Women Resurfaced and Black Twitter is Outraged and Confused Follow @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram. 

SummaryIn this episode of Techish, hosts Michael and Abba discuss the recent political debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, exploring themes of bias, perception, and the current political climate. They delve into the implications of AI in business, particularly the trend of companies building in-house solutions to cut costs. The conversation shifts to the influence of social media on brand engagement and the value of different platforms. They also address the challenges of diversity in venture capital, using the Fearless Fund lawsuit as a case study, and conclude with reflections on maintaining positivity in a challenging tech landscape.Chapters00:00 Debate Dynamics: Kamala vs. Trump03:00 The Vibes Era: Politics and Perception07:05 AI in Business: The Shift to In-House Solutions11:55 Social Media Influence: Value and Engagement16:07 Diversity in Venture Capital: The Fearless Fund Case21:03 Navigating Negativity: Staying Positive in Tech————————————————————Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast episode represents the personal opinions and experiences of the presenters and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered professional advice. Neither host nor guests can be held responsible for any direct or incidental loss incurred by applying any of the information. Always do your own research or seek independent advice before making any decisions. ———————————————————— Use the hashtag #Techish on X/Twitter & IGWatch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/Support Techish at https://www.patreon.com/techishAdvertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2————————————————————Stay In Touch:https://www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_https://www.twitter.com/abadesihttps://www.twitter.com/hustlecrewlivehttps://twitter.com/techishpodEmail us at techishpod@gmail.com #techish

iOS 18 has been released and is now available. We cover a few of the new features and ponder if you should go ahead and update now, or, wait until 18.1 comes next month with Apple Intelligence.The Fearless Fund, which awarded $20,000 grants specifically to Black women-led businesses, shut its Striver's grant as part of a settlement in its appeals case.Oprah Winfrey did an ABC special on artificial intelligence, and OpenAI's Sam Altman seemed to remove some of her skepticism about AI.And Amazon orders all of its corporate employees back into the office 5 days per week starting in January.Link to Show Notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What could be more frightening than Friday the 13th? How about a realization that AI is in its awkward tween stage? At least, it was for the TC Equity pod crew, which this week included hosts Devin Coldewey and Kirsten Korosec along with TC reporters Tim de Chant and Dominic Madori Davis.AI is often a topic over here at Equity Pod; and this week was no different. It seems to be everywhere — and nowhere — all at once. Take Apple, for instance. As Coldewey noted on the show Apple has punted on AI. The tech giant is touting its AI capabilities, but for now, it's all promise for the future and not quite a fully mature product. (get the tween reference yet?)As Kirsten and Devin discussed, it's not all bad in AI land. Take the startup Someone Somewhere, a Mexico City-based startup that applies handcrafts on clothing and accessories and works with rural artisans in seven of Mexico's poorest states to create “quality, on-trend products.”  The startup used AI — specifically, Stable Diffusion's text to images model — to show companies how some of their most iconic items might look if they were made with artisans from different regions. Let's just say, the company got a lot of attention for the effort. See AI can be used for good? There were plenty of other non-AI deals and discussions to be had on Equity, including an eye-popping pivot from the venture-based autonomous vehicle delivery startup Nuro as well as Oura's recent acquisition of metabolic health startup Veri. For the second half of the show, De Chant joined to provide his insight and expertise on an interesting trend around climate tech startups — hint it's about hardware. Davis helped close out Equity with an important update on Fearless Fund and discussion of what the trickle down effect might be following a legal settlement and the shutdown of its contested Strivers Grant Program. Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts. You also can follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes over at Simplecast. Credits: Equity is produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. Bryce Durbin is our Illustrator. We'd also like to thank the audience development team and Henry Pickavet, who manages TechCrunch audio products.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was ruled out of Thursday night's game against the Buffalo Bills because of a concussion after a hit during the second half.60 Minutes reports on what's being called "the most dangerous conflict no one is talking about" as tensions rise between China and the Philippines over disputed waters in the South China Sea. Correspondent Cecilia Vega got a firsthand look at how dangerous the conflict could become.The FDA has approved a new feature for Apple's AirPods Pro that allows them to double as hearing aids. The self-fitting software aims to help users with mild to moderate hearing loss, providing a less expensive alternative to traditional aids.Secretary Lloyd Austin reveals the latest measures in his "Taking Care of Our People" initiative, aimed at enhancing the well-being of millions of service members and their families.In today's Kindness 101, the lesson is companionship. Steve Hartman shares the story of a woman who went above and beyond to help a goose in need of a friend.After a legal battle with the American Alliance for Equal Rights, the Fearless Fund has agreed to end its grant program for Black women. CEO Arian Simone shares the latest developments in her first interview since the settlement.Kelsey Grammer marks 40 years since he first portrayed Dr. Frasier Crane, winning four Emmys along the way. The iconic actor joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the return of "Frasier" for season two on Paramount+ and what fans can expect.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Third debate squashed by Trump; the race is neck and neck (00:00) NYPD chief resigns! Will Mayor Eric Adams be next? (10:05) Let's make a deal: Why a cease-fire between Hamas and Israel can't close (19:36) Another blow to DEI; ‘Fearless Fund' to help Black women is closed (30:09) Vance and Walz hit Wisconsin hard; this swing state is up for grabs (42:08) First Amendment crackdown on college campuses after chaotic spring protests (51:41) Say it ain't so!! How private equity is buying up America's pastime (01:03:03) Bomb threats?? How one conspiracy theory about pet-eating Haitian immigrants exploded (01:14:04) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LISTEN: On the Wednesday, Sept. 11 edition of Georgia Today: The mother of the alleged Apalachee High School shooter speaks out; Georgia voters react to last night's presidential debate; and the Fearless Fund agrees to close down a grant program for Black women entrepreneurs.

Your favorite Black-owned brand may quietly close this year — that's what Oui the People founder Karen Young shared with her followers a few weeks ago. In 2020, the beauty industry underwent a revolution of sorts. Black-owned brands became a much-needed albeit long overdue priority. Movements like Pull Up For Change encouraged brands to share what percentage of their business employed Black workers, and many brands whose focus specifically highlighted Black skin were launched, supported and celebrated.However, in the last year, we've seen a wave of hurdles coming for Black-owned businesses and DEI initiatives. We're seeing it in other industries as well: top Chief Diversity Officers at top entertainment companies were said to be “leaving their jobs” last year in a Wall Street Journal story titled “The Rise and Fall of the Chief Diversity Officer.” It was recently reported that thirteen lune, a retailer that highlights minority-owned brands, owed thousands of dollars to brands under its umbrella and their partner JC Penney was restructuring the partnership as a result. And the Fearless Fund, the Black women-owned venture capital firm backing early-stage businesses owned by women of color, including the beauty and wellness brands like Brown Girl Jane, Live Tinted, Bread Beauty Supply and more was indefinitely barred from deploying a program last year that doles out $20,000 grants to Black female entrepreneurs. Karen joins us to share what Black founders are up against and what we can do to help support some of our favorite brands.Shop this episodeWatch our episodes!GlossAngelesPod.comCALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Join our Slack to try new products before they launchJoin our FB GroupInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's MiniPod hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Tiffany Cross discuss what President Biden should do with the rest of his term.  He's laid out some of his priorities, like Supreme Court reform, but how can he actually get that done? And what other bold actions could he take now that he's a lame duck? The hosts dream BIG.    Sign our letter to the Biden administration to defend DEI initiatives and the Fearless Fund at blackandpolitical.com/dearpresidentbiden   We are 92 days away from the election. Welcome home, y'all!    —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast.    Instagram  X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com   Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:    Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Gabrielle Collins as executive producer; Loren Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks  to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.  Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week hosts Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross, and Andrew Gillum take on the LIES. There has been a cascade of falsehoods about Vice President Harris ever since she became the presumptive nominee for President. The hosts share Kamala's real record as DA, CA Attorney General, and senator—not that the liars care. But seriously, how do we intend to counter all the disinformation?? Do you want to get involved this election season? The hosts offer tips on how to get politically engaged in response to a listener's question. They also answer your questions about Trump's Agenda 47, white “control trauma,” and “voter festivals” to bring out the vote. If you'd like to submit a question send us a message and check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/   In other news, with the National Association of Black Journalists inviting Trump to speak at their conference, Andrew gives a firsthand perspective on why diversity and safe spaces within the press corps are mission critical.    A shoutout to the Tax Relief Bill working its way through the Senate this week. Contact your Senator and let them know the bill has your support!    And the hosts commemorate the first anniversary of what will surely go down as a most historical event—Augusteenth 2023! Tell your grandkids y'all, you were there for the memes.    Sign our letter to the Biden administration to defend DEI initiatives and the Fearless Fund at blackandpolitical.com/dearpresidentbiden   We are 96 days away from the election. Welcome home, y'all!    —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast.    Instagram  X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com   Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:    Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Gabrielle Collins as executive producer; Loren Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks  to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.  Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7.25.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: 2024 NUL Conference, Harris Drops Ad & Blasts Project 2025, Black Census Project Results LIVE from New Orleans at the National Urban League Conference. We'll talk with Melanie Campbell and the Fearless Fund's former chief operating officer, Ayana Parsons.  We'll show you Vice President Kamala's first presidential ad.  And we'll talk about her running mate options.  Harris blasted Trump and Project 2025 during her speech at the American Federation of Teachers' 88th National Convention in Houston, Texas.  You'll hear what she had to say to the first labor union to endorse Harris for president since announcing her campaign.  California Congressman Ro Khanna will stop by to discuss Vice President Harris's bid for the Oval Office. Black Futures Lab released the full results of its Black Census Project, the largest survey of Black people in American history.  The Principal of Black Futures Lab will be here to discuss the top issues of the  211,000 Black people they surveyed. #BlackStarNetwork partners:Fanbase

WHAT A WEEK y'all, we got lots to unpack.    Today hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Tiffany Cross have a candid conversation about the recent political violence at a Trump rally, the imminent threat of another Trump presidency, and debate what Democrats can do to turn the tide.    We know you watched the debate and we know you've heard all the facts about the assassination attempt. Now we're asking— how do we deal?? We are mentally, emotionally, and spiritually drained y'all— but we cannot give up!    Angela and Andrew debate the viability of Biden's candidacy with Tiffany moderating (because she finds herself somewhere in between) ended up m. Angela flexes her D.C. political knowledge and drops some gems on how to turn the tide for the Biden campaign. Tiffany brings us some important news you may have missed amongst all the noise. And all three grapple with the overwhelming emotions of this incredible political moment.    And as always, we'll hear from you, our #NLPFam listeners.    We are 110 days away from the election. Welcome home y'all!     Sign our letter to the Biden administration to defend DEI initiatives and the Fearless Fund at this link.   —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast.    Instagram  X/Twitter Facebook   Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:    Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Gabrielle Collins as executive producer; Loren Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks  to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.  Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this payday, Amber and Erika are examining America's third branch of government, the judiciary, and its often overlooked role in upholding the unjust systems at the base of this country. We examine three recent rulings - the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the Chevron Doctrine and expand presidential immunity and the Eleventh Circuit's ruling dismantling the Fearless Fund - that reveal how judges can wield their power to promote inequitable political agendas. Next, we discuss how nefarious politicians co-opted the playbook of the Civil Rights Movement to dismantle judicial equal protection and racial remediation. Tune in to learn why we all need to pay more attention to the judicial branch!

In this episode, the billion-dollar ripple effect caused by the Fearless Fund ruling and where we go from here.#morethanmoney #jacquettetimmons #fearlesfundruling #equityFor a one-on-one session with Jacquette Timmons, click here.If you would like to show your support for this podcast please go to: BuyMeaCoffee.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a disturbing recent trend, multiple promising legal efforts and programs that addressed longstanding systems of inequality have been shut down and challenged.   Last month, the U.S. Court of Appeals blocked Fearless Fund from awarding grants to historically underfunded women of color-led businesses. In Evanston, Illinois, the historic municipal reparations program is now being challenged in court. And the Oklahoma Supreme Court dismissed a suit filed by survivors of one of the worst incidents of racial violence in U.S. history, occurring in Tulsa in 1921.   On this week's MiniPod, hosts Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross, and Andrew Gillum discuss these alarming recent developments and strategize on the present and future of Black progress.   SIGN OUR LETTER to President Biden at blackandpolitical.com/dearpresidentbiden   Welcome home y'all!    —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast.    Instagram  X/Twitter Facebook   Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on Youtube. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:    Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Gabrielle Collins as executive producer; Loren Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks  to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.  Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary Ann, Haje and Kirsten are back on the mic for this week's episode, which was is jam-packed with deals, hot topics, and the latest dramaaaaaa in the tech world. For Deals of the Week, Haje wanted to chat about Formation Bio, an AI-focused drug development startup that just raised a whopping $372 million in Series D funding, led by Andreessen Horowitz. Next, Kirsten broke down the surprising partnership between Volkswagen Group and Rivian and how its initial $1 billion investment could grow up to $5 billion. To wrap up our deals, Mary-Ann highlighted Nubank's acquisition of Hyperplane, an AI-for-banks startup. Moving onto our themes, Haje took us on a deep dive into the fediverse, a decentralized network of social media platforms like Mastodon, Threads, and even Trump's Truth Social. The fediverse has seen a surge in popularity, especially after Elon Musk acquired Twitter (now X). Mastodon, for example, has just about tripled its user base since Musk took over. The appeal lies in its decentralized nature, offering users more control and niche communities. Whether you're a photographer, a journalism enthusiast, or just someone fed up with traditional social media, the fediverse has something for you.Last but not least, we discussed the ongoing debate around DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) in tech in a more controversial segment. Scale AI's founder Alexandr Wang recently sparked a debate by advocating for MEI (Merit, Excellence, Intelligence) over DEI. This has drawn support from big names like Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey but also significant criticism.The stats are troubling: new women recruit levels in the U.S. data industry have dropped dramatically, and DEI-related job listings are down.Equity will be back on Wednesday with a new interview episode, so stay tuned!Equity is TechCrunch's flagship podcast, produced by Theresa Loconsolo, and posts every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the casts. You also can follow Equity on X and Threads, at @EquityPod. For the full episode transcript, for those who prefer reading over listening, check out our full archive of episodes over at Simplecast. Credits: Equity is produced by Theresa Loconsolo with editing by Kell. Bryce Durbin is our Illustrator. We'd also like to thank the audience development team and Henry Pickavet, who manages TechCrunch audio products.

The Fearless Fund ran the “Strivers Grant Contest,” which awards $20,000 and other benefits “only to black females.” Last year, the American Alliance for Equal Rights sued Fearless, claiming its racially discriminatory contest violated 42 U.S.C. §1981, which prohibits private parties from discriminating on the basis of race when making or enforcing contracts. Fearless raised several arguments in reply—claiming, for instance, that the Alliance didn’t have standing and that the contest was a valid “affirmative action” program—but it also raised a First Amendment defense. According to Fearless, its discriminatory contest was really an act of “expressive association.” Although the Supreme Court rejected that argument when segregationists made it, Runyon v. McCrary (1976), Fearless won on it in the district court in Georgia. The Alliance sought an injunction pending appeal, which a split panel of the Eleventh Circuit granted. The court concluded that the Alliance had “clearly shown the existence of a contractual regime,” which brought the case “within the realm of §1981.” The Court then rejected Fearless’ First Amendment argument, emphasizing that the Constitution “does not give [Fearless] the right to exclude persons from a contractual regime based on their race.” On the merits, the Eleventh Circuit reversed the district court, with instructions to enter a preliminary injunction against the Fearless Fund, holding that (1) the Alliance has standing and (2) that preliminary injunctive relief is appropriate because Fearless’s contest is substantially likely to violate § 1981, is substantially unlikely to enjoy First Amendment protection, and inflicts irreparable injury. Joining us to discuss this litigation and ruling is the Manhattan Institute’s Ilya Shapiro, who filed an amicus brief alongside the American Civil Rights Project and Buckeye Institute in support of the Alliance. Featuring: Ilya Shapiro, Senior Fellow and Director of Constitutional Studies, Manhattan Institute

6.25.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Protecting Private HBCUs, White WVa Couple Uses Black Kids as Slaves, Fearless Fund Co-founder Resigns Two North Carolina HBCUs are struggling to survive, and some are trying to force a merger between Shaw and Saint Augustine's University to acquire their land. I'll talk to alums from both institutions about their mission to protect private HBCUs. A white West Virginia couple is accused of using their adopted black kids as slaves.  Two federal judges halted Biden's student loan debt relief program. We'll talk to one woman whose debt was forgiven and to the Senior Director of higher education policy at the Center for American Progress about what this ruling means for those growing in debt. #BlackStarNetwork partners:Fanbase

Lauren Chen joins the Bullpen to discuss the 11th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals' controversial ruling on the Fearless Fund's grant program for Black women. Host: Dr. Rashad Richey (@IndisputableTYT) Bullpen Guest: Lauren Chen *** SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE: ☞ https://www.youtube.com/IndisputableTYT FACEBOOK: ☞ https://www.facebook.com/IndisputableTYT TWITTER: ☞ https://www.twitter.com/IndisputableTYT INSTAGRAM: ☞ https://www.instagram.com/IndisputableTYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apple's new Tap to Cash feature that allows iPhone users to tap their phones to initiate an Apple Pay transfer makes paying someone really easy. The question is does it make it too easy?The US Surgeon General wants tobacco-like warning labels on social media.The proposed labels would regularly warn users that social media platforms have not been proven safe for their mental health.The Fearless Fund was dealt a blow in the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals in its effort to support women-owned Black businesses. Ancestry is using AI to help users discover the names and lives of their ancestors who were formerly enslaved.Link to Show Notes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is under attack in America. This month, the Supreme Court stopped the Fearless Fund from making grants to black-women entrepreneurs. Colleges are moving away from race based admissions and several states are banning DEI initiatives. While you may not have control of any of these issues – one thing you have complete control over is how you spend and invest your money. In this week's episode we will discuss ways in which you can put your money where your mouth (and heart) is.

This Week in Startups is brought to you by… Squarespace. Turn your idea into a new website! Go to http://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST for a free trial. When you're ready to launch, use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. LinkedIn Jobs. A business is only as strong as its people, and every hire matters. Go to https://www.linkedin.com/twist to post your first job for free. Terms and conditions apply. The Equinix Startup program offers a hybrid infrastructure solution for startups, including up to $100K in credits and personalized consultations and guidance from the Equinix team. Go to https://www.equinixstartups.com to apply today. * Timestamps: (0:00) Jason and Alex kick off the show (1:50) Jumping into the keynote from Apple and whether or not it impressed. (5:24) “Apple Intelligence” has landed! (8:32) Reactions to the new Siri. (10:00) Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at http://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST (12:42) The importance of Apple's addition of “on-screen awareness”. (16:30) Breakdown of Apple's use of data with their AI. (19:48) LinkedIn Jobs - Post your first job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/twist (23:53) ChatGPT's integration with Siri. (26:32) Unpacking the “free” use of ChatGPT with Apple products. (30:01) Equinix - Join the Equinix Startup Program for up to $100K in credits and much more at https://deploy.equinix.com/startups (31:07) Discussing the relationships between OpenAI and Microsoft and now Apple. (34:44) More “ooohs” and “ahhhs” from Apple's new Image Playground. (40:25) Jason breaks down other key announcements from WWDC 2024 including a password manager and Apple TV's new “Insights”. * Subscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcp * Links: Watch Apple's WWDC 2024 Keynote: https://developer.apple.com/videos/play/wwdc2024/101/ Article on Fearless Fund: https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-06-06/the-fearless-fund-should-keep-fighting-racism-in-venture-capital * Follow Alex: X: https://x.com/alex LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelm/ * Follow Jason: X: https://twitter.com/Jason LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis * Thank you to our partners: (10:00) Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at http://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST (19:48) LinkedIn Jobs - Post your first job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/twist (30:01) Equinix - Join the Equinix Startup Program for up to $100K in credits and much more at https://deploy.equinix.com/startups * Great 2023 interviews: Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarland * Check out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanis * Follow TWiST: Substack: https://twistartups.substack.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartups YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartups TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartups * Subscribe to the Founder University Podcast: https://www.founder.university/podcast

Brand new Techish! In this episode, host Michael Berhane is joined by TechCrunch reporter Dominic-Madori Davis to break down:• HBO's Movie, Pass Movie Crash (0:35) • Will Smith was never cancelled (7:05)• Edward Blum's anti-DEI lawsuit against Fearless Fund (10:50)———————————————————— Extra Reading & Resources • Fearless Fund: Appeals Court Rules Against Grants For Black Women [POCIT] • Conservative Activists Behind Supreme Court's Affirmative Action Decision Sues VC Fund For WOC [POCIT] •  Pre-Seed Round Investing For Black Founders. [Michael Berhane] Plus you can connect with Dom on social media (@dominicmadori) and subsubscribe to her newsletter, The Black Cat! ———————————————————— Use the hashtag #Techish on X/Twitter & IG Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@techishpod/ Support Techish at https://www.patreon.com/techish Advertise on Techish: https://goo.gl/forms/MY0F79gkRG6Jp8dJ2 ———————————————————— Stay In Touch: https://www.twitter.com/michaelberhane_ https://www.twitter.com/abadesi https://www.twitter.com/hustlecrewlive https://twitter.com/techishpod Email us at techishpod@gmail.com #techish How to Start a Podcast Guide: The Complete GuideLearn how to plan, record, and launch your podcast with this illustrated guide.

Shanti is back from break and full of revelations pertaining to fruit, the kind of relationship she wants, fried chicken, & her athleticism. Antoinette gives us an update on Blue being at away camp & thanks all of the guest hosts for holding her down the past several weeks. For Politics as Usual they discuss various topics including Roc Nation's partnership with Philadelphia to provide scholarships, Gaza, Biden's executive order on the border, Hunter Biden's trial, and the blocking of the Fearless Fund by Edward Blum. For Pop Culture, they chat about Rihanna's launch of Fenty Hair, which they could be loud and wrong now that new images have emerged, but they also may not be. Tricky....They then turn their energy toward conversation the return of Michael Richards, who made racist remarks in the past, and the lack of accountability and consequences he now faces. Join us. Contact Around the Way Curls:Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz6aYqKi7g-kZvFFWaxT2gQ Hotline: (215) 948-2780Discord: https://discord.gg/PjVjBBQuEmail: aroundthewaycurls@gmail.com Patreon: www.patreon.com/aroundthewaycurls for exclusive videos & bonus content00:00 Gratitude and Reflection: Celebrating Podcast Guests03:03 Revelations and Self-Reflection: Lessons from the Break29:45 Roc Nation's Partnership with Philadelphia42:01 Escalating Situation in Gaza45:41 Biden's Executive Order on the Border57:37 Hunter Biden's Trial and the Fearless Fund01:12:46 Double Standards and Public Figures01:15:17 Rihanna's Fenty Hair Announcement01:26:14 Accountability and Consequences/ The Return of Michael RichardsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the status of Trump's gag order after the guilty verdict, Judge Cannon's consideration of the constitutionality of the special counsel statute and other trial delays, the effect of continuing attacks on Fani Willis, and charges brought in Wisconsin for the fake elector scheme.  Then, the #Sisters examine the felony gun possession trial of Hunter Biden by outlining the legal strategies being used by both sides and weighing the impact of witness testimony.  They also cover the anti-DEI injunction targeting the Fearless Fund's support of black women business owners and explain why similar grants should be protected by the Constitution. Get your #SistersInLaw merchandise at politicon.com/merch WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Email: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcast Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon.  Please Support This Week's Sponsors: Factor: Get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next box, of delicious, premium quality, ready-to-eat meals with code SIL50 at factormeals.com/sil50 OneSkin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code: SISTERS at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Osea Malibu: Get 10% off your order of clean beauty products from OSEA Malibu, with free samples and free shipping on orders over $60, when you go to oseamalibu.com and use promo code: SISTERS Aura Frames: With Father's Day coming up, showcase your favorite memories and get $30 off on their best-selling digital frame at auraframes.com with the code: SISTERS Mentioned By The #Sisters: From Joyce on charges brought for the fake elector scheme in Wisconsin From Kim on diversity in venture capital CNN profile of Judge Cannon MSNBC on Republican calls to prosecute Democrats Myths about Trump's conviction Get Barb's New Book:  Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America Barb's Book Tour  Get More From #SistersInLaw Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC | Civil Discourse Substack Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | Unbound Newsletter Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show by talking about the NBA Finals and a tale about a recent urgent care visit (00:10). Then, Rachel gives an apology rating for Michael Richards's latest interview with 'The View' on his racist rant from nearly 20 years ago(11:57) before they talk about the possible outcomes from the Georgia appeals court's indefinite pause of the election subversion conspiracy case against Donald Trump (31:51). Later, Van breaks down a Twitter/X interaction and then asks Rachel an important question (52:09). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producer: Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kara and Scott discuss New York's plan to regulate social media for kids, X's new rules on adult content, and Shane Smith's latest venture at Vice. Then, federal regulators move forward with antitrust investigations in the AI sector, while Nvidia surges to a $3 trillion market cap, and gets ready for a stock split. Plus, a group of current and former OpenAI employees call for transparency and whistleblower protections. Finally, a listener question about the recent ruling that blocks Fearless Fund from issuing grants to Black female entrepreneurs. Follow us on Instagram and Threads at @pivotpodcastofficial. Follow us on TikTok at @pivotpodcast. Send us your questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or at nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the @supadupapod, we wish our own Ez McMahon a very Happy Birthday! We also talk about the Fearless Fund that helps black women entrepreneurs being called discriminatory, the Ashley Madison documentary on Netflix, and more!   Thanks for listening to the @supadupapod. Please make sure to share and leave a review!   Produced by : Ez McMahon Music By: @jkwest hp53productions.com Email: supadupapod@gmail.com IG: @supadupapod, @hp53productions     TikToK: @supadupapod

Rod and Karen banter about seafood boils, going down a short size, Karen feeling spoiled, sexual healing and publishing the Bible. Then they discuss LGBTQ News, Diddy divesting from Revolt, GA representative accused of lying, woman declared dead while still alive, heat deaths spiked in 2023, judges rule against Fearless Fund, SCOTUS upholds SC gerrymandering, Michael Eric Dyson defends Drake, Who News (Polo G), body part sellers busted, pervert contaminates kid's cupcakes, Mr. Monopoly goes to jail and sword ratchetness.  Go Premium: https://www.theblackguywhotips.com/premium/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Josh Gibson now considered the best baseball player that ever lived? On this week's episode of Black News, Kennelia discusses the Negro League stats added to MLB and the new rankings; and the Fearless Fund being shot down by the US Court of Appeals. Be sure to continue supporting Black News by liking & subscribing on all apps where podcasts can be heard.

Trey's Table Season 4: Episode 16: Using Civil Rights Law to Undermine Black People: The Fearless Fund Case. In this episode I discuss how racists are using the 1866 Civil Rights Act to Harm African Americans. The White Bonus FEARLESS FUNDhttps://media.ca11.uscourts.go...

A federal appeals court panel has suspended a competition to award grants to businesses that are majority-owned by Black women. The panel ruled the program, run by Atlanta-based venture capital firm Fearless Fund, is likely discriminatory. We’ll parse the details. Then, Shein is looking to go public in London rather than New York. Why is that? And the price of Forever stamps are about to go up yet again.

Republican lawmakers are plotting revenge after former President Donald Trump's hush money conviction.USA TODAY National Correspondent Elizabeth Weise breaks down Dr. Anthony Fauci's testimony on Capitol Hill over the COVID-19 pandemic response.The 11th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals blocked Fearless Fund from awarding grants to businesses owned by Black women.A San Francisco program gives homeless alcoholics booze.USA TODAY National Correspondent Deborah Barfield Berry talks about her experience as an election poll worker.You may get another chance to see the northern lights.Episode Transcript available hereAlso available at art19.com/shows/5-ThingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tuesday briefing: Hunter Biden jury; Anthony Fauci testimony; Fearless Fund ruling; GameStop stock price; and moreRead today's briefing.If you're not a subscriber, click here to start.

A federal appeals court panel has suspended a competition to award grants to businesses that are majority-owned by Black women. The panel ruled the program, run by Atlanta-based venture capital firm Fearless Fund, is likely discriminatory. We’ll parse the details. Then, Shein is looking to go public in London rather than New York. Why is that? And the price of Forever stamps are about to go up yet again.

6.3.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Murder Charges Dropped of Minn. Trooper, Fearless Fund Blocked, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Diagnosis A Minnesota district attorney says she can't prove a state trooper used unnecessary force when he killed a black motorist, so she dropped the murder charges.  We'll talk to the attorney representing Ricky Cobb's family about the DA's decision to let a murderer go free. Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee says she's being treated for pancreatic cancer.  The co-chairs of Harvard's Legacy of Slavery memorial project committee resigned, alleging that the administration was interfering with their work on the memorial. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit blocks a Black-owned venture capitalist firm from awarding grants exclusively to Black women entrepreneurs. We'll explain why Trump's election interference trial in Georgia will not happen before the November election.  Lying Tim Scott is telling his stories again.  And I'll show you what took place in Tulsa while I was there commemorating the 103rd anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre.  #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Fanbase

Grant program for Black women business owners is discriminatory, appeals court rules: https://www.npr.org/2024/06/03/g-s1-2649/fearless-fund-grant-program-appeal-ruling Fearless Fund is a Black woman-led venture capital firm that offers investment, financial support, and mentorship to Black women-owned businesses.  But they are under attack for providing support for traditionally marginalized entrepreneurs. Edward Blum, the professional hater at the heart of the Supreme Court's legal challenge of affirmative action, is suing them for what he says is racial discrimination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gubernatorial debate dates set. Fearless Fund blocked from giving grants only to Black women in victory for DEI critics. Schumer border bill was always a lie. ETrade Considers Removing GameStop. Not likely that Hunter will get convicted or go to jail. 11 NFL teams will not participate in pride month See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

City-County Council Approves 2nd Stadium Tax District For Mayor's MLS Proposal. Fauci faced fiery hearing with House GOP.  If Lara Trump were smart, she would have ignored this. Today on the Marketplace: Is this Viral? The verdicts In Manhattan trigger a campaign windfall for former President Trump. Indy CCC rubber stamps Hogsett MLS plan. You cannot trust a deal with the city of Indianapolis. Dollar General removes self-checkout due to "shrink." They mean theft. Fauci lockdowns did not save lives. Marjorie Taylor Greene screams that Fauci should be jailed for his ‘repulsive evil science' in wild Covid hearing. Dr Pepper just passed Pepsi as the second biggest soda brand. Chennedy Carter says she has 'no regrets' for foul on Caitlin Clark. Gubernatorial debate dates set. Fearless Fund blocked from giving grants only to Black women in victory for DEI critics. Schumer border bill was always a lie. ETrade Considers Removing GameStop. Not likely that Hunter will get convicted or go to jail. 11 NFL teams will not participate in pride month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Dalanie and Katie talk about The Fearless Fund. IN THIS EPISODE PURCHASE OUR MERCH!: https://www.classicallyblackpodcast.com/store JOIN US ON PATREON! https://patreon.com/ClassicallyBlackPodcast SIGN UP FOR OUR MAILING LIST! https://www.classicallyblackpodcast.com/newsletter-sign-up FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA! https://linktr.ee/classicallyblack Donate to ISBM! https://fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/international-society-of-black-musicians Check out our website: https://www.isblackmusicians.com American Composers Orchestra Announces New EarShot Publishing in Partnership with Boosey & Hawkes with Support from the Sphinx Organization https://www.americancomposers.org/earshot-composer-incubator/publishing Boulanger Initiative to Host Festival Celebrating Female Composers https://theviolinchannel.com/boulanger-initiative-announces-2024-woco-fest-to-be-held-in-april/ Gateways Music Festival Makes Debuts in D.C. & Chicago, Where Week of Events Concludes with Full Orchestral Concert Featuring Anthony Parnther & Take 6 https://www.gatewaysmusicfestival.org/202324-chicago Lee Koonce Wins League of American Orchestras' Gold Baton https://theviolinchannel.com/lee-koonce-wins-the-golden-baton-of-the-league-of-american-orchestras/ FROM LAST WEEK: Help get Jakalin to the International Timpani Intensive https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-get-jakalin-to-houston?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer Register for Notes Noire https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeN56JaI89cmwv5xDcLq889kE5eRvoBFsh_GRoBfAdkwbYM-A/viewform Help Emanuel attend Violin Making School https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-emanuel-attend-violin-making-school?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_location=FIRSTTIME&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer Black Excellence: Rachel Johnson https://memphisjazzworkshop.org/about/mjw-team-staff-teachers/ Piece of the Week: Concerto Grosso - Errolyn Wallen https://youtu.be/k0yazfvsziQ?si=a19UMi4V5UNh6Ols

Welcome home y'all!  This week, hosts Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross and Andrew Gillum cover the TikTok ban, which overwhelmingly passed the House and awaits Senate action—why is it happening? The ACLU says the legislation violates the first amendment, Donald Trump is wavering, even though he was actually the first high ranking official to propose a ban on TikTok. Joe Biden said he'd sign the bill into law. The hosts offer their takes.  In election politics, no surprises— Trump and Biden officially clinched the nomination. The hosts do a deep dive into what a Trump versus a Biden presidency would look like by examining each of their proposed budgets as President Biden just dropped his off to Congress on Tuesday!  There's also an update on Trump's racketeering case in Georgia. That case could be affected by an impending Supreme Court Case that will decide if Trump enjoys broad “presidential” immunity for crimes committed while he was president. More on that in this and a later episode…  Finally, the hosts will answer your questions, and give an update on the former State's Attorney, Marilyn Mosby. You can find her Go Fund Me page by clicking here, and we'll update this description with info on the March 23rd rally later this week. That's at the end of the episode, stick around.  —------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast.  Instagram  X/Twitter Facebook Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on Youtube.   Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:  Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Gabrielle Collins as executive producer; Loren Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. A special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lately there's been a surge of attacks on diversity - affirmative action was overturned by the Supreme Court, Harvard president Claudine Gay was forced out of her seat with people calling her “a diversity hire,” and anti-DEI bills are popping up all over the country. So this week, as we start Black History Month, we're talking about attacks on diversity programs. We got the chance to chat with Sophia Danner-Okotie, a small business owner in Atlanta, to talk about how difficult it is to get business loans as a Black woman. And now one of the firms that invested in her, The Fearless Fund, is under legal attack. Women of color already receive only 1% of venture capital funding, and extremists like Edward Blum are trying to take that tiny percentage away.Finally, Jasmine, Rachel, and Amanda raise a glass to Sojourner Truth and to women uplifting each other in this episode's “Toast to Joy.”We invite you to join us next Tuesday for a virtual Ask Me Anything event where we'll talk about the suburbs with a panel of Black moms. We'll dig into attacks on DEI and affirmative action, the glass cliff, and the 2024 elections. You can learn more and RSVP here.And don't forget to sign up for our Substack newsletter! It's free and we'd love to hear from you in the comments.For a transcript of this episode, please email theswppod@redwine.blue. You can learn more about us at www.redwine.blue or follow us on social media! Twitter: @TheSWPpod and @RedWineBlueUSA Instagram: @RedWineBlueUSA Facebook: @RedWineBlueUSA YouTube: @RedWineBlueUSA