Podcasts about Black culture

In this episode, Donna and Sam ran down some of the hottest political topics across the city including some of the upcoming primary elections. They also sat down the Jessica Kwalli, the owner of Jessica Blair Beauty.Jessica Kwalli is no stranger to identifying and servicing the needs of others which is why she is the Founder & CEO of Black Diamond Beauty Supply Co. LLC. As a native Detroiter, she was always at the epicenter of beauty and fashion. Growing up in the inner city made her realize there was a lack of representation and ownership in the hair care industry reflecting its largest consumers––African Americans. After repeated incidents of poor customer service and a lack of knowledge in Black hair at local beauty supply businesses, Kwalli made it her mission to create a hair care disruptor by the people and for the people.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

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In this episode, Donna and Sam ran down some of the hottest political topics across the city including Mike Duggan's exit from the governor's race, Detroit's census case, UAW endorsements, money out of politics, and more!They also discuss Juneteenth and the importance of telling the story of Black people's freedom. The word "Juneteenth" bleeds "June" and "nineteenth," and the day is the oldest known celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. It became a federal holiday in 2021.Juneteenth marks the arrival of Union troops in Galveston, Texas. Many enslaved people already knew about the Emancipation Proclamation, issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863. What they lacked was the power to make freedom real. Union troops enforced emancipation and helped transform freedom from a proclamation into a reality. Freedom on paper and freedom in practice were not always the same thing. Juneteenth reminds us that freedom delayed is freedom denied — and freedom enforced changes lives.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:SHEFFIELD BACKS BENSON IN MICHIGAN GOVERNOR'S RACE Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Anika Robbins, Founder and CEO of the ANIKA Foundation, joins Chantel Sings to discuss Juneteenth Minnesota 2026: A Family Celebration, taking place June 19 at the Minnesota State Capitol. The free, family-friendly event commemorates the 160th anniversary of emancipation while celebrating Black history, culture, music, and community through live performances, educational resources, food, art, and entrepreneurship. Robbins highlights performances by Billboard-charting R&B artist Raheem DeVaughn, local musicians, and the event's recognition of community leaders through the Community Griot Awards. The conversation also explores the importance of Juneteenth, the impact of scholarship opportunities for students and adult learners, and how the celebration continues to unite generations through reflection, empowerment, and joy.

In this episode, Donna and Sam welcomed director and the founder of Plowshares Theatre Gary Anderson plus playwright Cándido Tirado to discuss the world premiere of “Roberto Clemente: A Diamond Within,” an original play written by Tirado.“Roberto Clemente: A Diamond Within” dramatizes the life of baseball great Roberto Clemente, one of the few Latin athletes who recognized his African ancestry. From his origins in Puerto Rico to his lengthy professional career with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Clemente advocated for the civil rights of Black and Latino individuals both in and outside of baseball.They also took some time to discuss data centers and their potential impact on the community following Governor Gretchen Whitmer's controversial appearance at OpenAI's data center groundbreaking in Saline and a proposed data center on Detroit's east side.To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:WOMEN ARE DYING AT MICHIGAN'S ONLY FEMALE PRISON, AND LAWMAKERS ARE DEMANDING CHANGES Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

 NDS Chronicles just got WILDER: Pineapple Kool-Aid jars, ghetto cornstarch chunks, Neuralink "shapeshifting" black guy with dead eyes, Raelian Planetary Disclosure Day, insane Messages From Mom, Vince falling asleep mid-AI wife stream, fat Black Carter prison time-travel dream, Florida orbs booming across the state, Brooklyn sewer Jews, Wailing Wall truth bombs & Zionist plot talk. David Lee Corbo & Top Lobsta go full unhinged in front of the live audience.This episode is pure chaos — viral Black food videos, AI demon refusals to say “Jesus is Lord,” crate challenge nostalgia, endless shrimp at Crab Island, and the most dangerous retard Bible study you've ever heard of. If you like raw conspiracy, race-real talk, alien disclosure, and zero-filter comedy, this is your episode.Patreon.com/NephilimDeathSquad — early access + ad-free + private community EmergencyTopLobsta.com — merch designed by Top Lobsta himselfLeft to America is recorded in front of a live studio audience. Viewer discretion is advised.Timestamps in pinned comment. Drop your favorite moment below — we read every comment.Guest Socials:No featured guest this episode (solo chaotic energy with David Lee Corbo & Top Lobsta).Follow the show:• Patreon: patreon.com/nephilimdeath squad• Merch/Website: toplobsta.com• X/Twitter: search “Nephilim Death Squad” (active in Sam Tripoli Mount Crushmore votes)0:00 - Intro: Black Audience Welcome, Patreon + EmergencyTopLobster Promo, EBT Chaos8:30 - Viral Pineapple Kool-Aid Jars & Hawaiian Punch Madness (pure gold)15:45 - Crate Challenge Nostalgia + More Insane Black Viral Clips23:10 - Ghetto Crunch Cornstarch Chunks + Roller Skate Pizza Horror30:20 - Neuralink "Shapeshifting" Black Guy with Dead Eyes (AI or demonic?)47:50 - Brazilian UFO Encounter + Men in Black Zombies Email53:40 - Raelian Planetary Disclosure Day & ET Embassy Month1:01:10 - More Pineapple Jars, Kool-Aid Butter, Rotisserie Chicken Lemonade1:08:30 - NDS Bible Study Shoutout (Dangerous Retards Discord)1:13:20 - Brutal Black Culture Essay Reading (Super Mutant Goyslop Analysis)1:28:45 - Crab Island Black Takeover + Endless Shrimp Stories1:34:10 - Sean Strickland Israel Visa Ban + Justin Gagey / Gojji Drama1:41:20 - 6/6/26 Prophecy, Jesus Scroll & Mary Magdalene Bloodline1:47:00 - Vince AI Wife Streams: Falling Asleep Mid-Show + NDS "Chickening Out"1:55:40 - Messages From Mom Begins: AI Refuses to Say "Jesus is Lord"2:01:30 - Woodworking ASMR, Mark Driscoll Pastor Warning, Donkey Cross2:05:10 - Albino Trump Buffalo Spared + Wailing Wall Roman Fortress Truth2:09:45 - Brooklyn Sewer Manholes (Jews in the Sewers Again) + Florida Orbs & Booms2:12:20 - David's Insane Fat Black Carter Prison Time-Travel Dream2:13:40 - Outro & Final ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad--6389018/support.☠️ Nephilim Death Squad — New episodes 5x/week.Join our Patreon for early access, bonus shows & the private Telegram hive.Subscribe on YouTube & Rumble, follow @NephilimDSquad on X/Instagram, grab merch at toplobsta.com. Questions/bookings: chroniclesnds@gmail.com — Stay dangerous.

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant tackles a difficult but necessary conversation about what some have called "Black Fatigue," the frustration and exhaustion that comes from repeatedly seeing destructive behaviors that hurt the Black community and reinforce negative stereotypes. Alex says he wishes we could have a players-only meeting and deal honestly with some of the issues holding black people back. Using clips from a variety of Black voices, leaders, commentators, and cultural influencers, he highlights those who have been sounding the alarm for years. But this episode isn't just about identifying problems. It's about finding solutions. Drawing from the words of Tupac Shakur, Alex argues that real change begins when we change the way we think, the way we live, and the way we treat each other. This is a candid conversation about responsibility, culture, and the path forward. #TWWSI, #BlackFatigue, #BlackCulture, #CommunityLeadership, #PersonalResponsibility, #CultureChange, #Tupac, #FaithAndCulture, #RealTalk, #PastorAlexBryant, #TheWayWeSeeIt, #LeadershipMatters, #ChangeStartsWithUs, #StrongerTogether #Tupac Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources:    Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP    More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org.  Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

In his debut novel, the civil rights attorney Ben Crump imagines a horrific crime that feels all too real. In Worse Than a Lie, a Black ex-police officer is shot 10 times by white officers in Chicago. The book's hero Attorney Beau Lee Cooper must find out what actually happened in order to seek justice. In today's episode, Crump joins NPR's Ayesha Rascoe for a conversation about writing a “legal thriller wrapped in Black culture.”To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedaySee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

In this episode, Donna and Sam welcomed the latest member of the Authentically Detroit Podcast Network, Kamaria Gray, to discuss her newly released podcast “Roots & Wonder.” Roots & Wonder Podcast is a storytime space where little ones are invited to slow down, listen closely, and remember.Each episode retells beloved African folktales carried across generations through voice, rhythm, and imagination.They also took some time to break down what's happening with the contaminated demolition dirt in the city, which some believe led to the conclusion of Mike Duggan's Gubenatorial campaign. To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:MONEY OUT OF POLITICS BALLOT INITIATIVE TURNS IN 561K SIGNATURES Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

This week your BFF's are hanging out with the creator of Club 1BD, DJ David and talking all things music. We discuss what it's like to see your dreams manifest, how music is holding us in this moment while asking the most important question, is R&B really dead? Don't forget to send us your spicy hot takes because we want to hear them. Email: BlackFatFemmePod@gmail.com. Also, don’t forget to watch and subscribe on YouTube! Buy DoctorJonPaul's book here! Follow the show on social: Threads | Instagram | BlueSky | Tik-Tok Follow DoctorJonPaul: Treads | BlueSky | Instagram | Website | Tik-Tok Follow DJ David: Instagram | Website | Buy tickets to the live show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailClick Here to Watch This Episode on YouTube!In this episode, historian and Hair Story co-author Lori L. Tharps joins Hair What I'm Saying to discuss Black hair history, cultural identity, beauty standards, and how generations of misinformation have shaped our relationship with our hair.Black hair gets called “too big” and “too wild” like that's an objective fact, but it's really a script and somebody profits from it. We sit down with historian and journalist Lori L. Tharps, co-author of *Hair Story: Untangling the Roots of Black Hair in America*, to pull that script apart and replace it with actual context. If you've ever second-guessed your texture, your style choices, or what “professional” is supposed to look like, this one is for you.We start with Lori's personal path and how a graduate school thesis on Black hair was dismissed as not “serious” scholarship, until the research proved otherwise. From workplace microaggressions to the quiet reality that many of us learned more about white hair than our own, we talk about how misinformation becomes internalized and why the language we use about our hair matters.Then we go deeper into Black hair history: pre-colonial African societies where hair worked like an identity system, carrying signals of community, status, and spirituality. We also get honest about cultural appropriation versus cultural appreciation, the natural hair movement's global ripple effects, and how the Black hair industry grew from pre-Civil War barbering and styling into a multi-billion-dollar economy that's often judged with a double standard.You'll leave with a cleaner frame: Black hair isn't “hard,” it's unique, delicate, and powerful, and it only becomes a problem inside systems that refuse to understand it. Subscribe to the podcast, share this with a friend, and leave a review if it shifts how you see your hair.Connect with Lori L. Tharps:Lori's WebsiteClick here to purchase the book, Hair Story written by Lori L. Tharps & Ayana D. ByrdSupport the showDo you have a story to share that's worth our listeners hearing, please fill out the Listener Letters Form and tell us your story! We would love to hear from you!Don't forget to follow Kinetra on Instagram @_hairwhatimsaying_ and check out her website Hair What I'm Saying for more.Please leave a review and rate the show. Let us know how we are doing!Support the Hair What I'm Saying Podcast

Code switching gets reduced to “changing how you talk,” but in this episode of The Heavyweight Collective, the conversation goes much deeper than that. This is a real discussion about what happens when adapting becomes part of survival.The episode explores how people shift their tone, behavior, appearance, and personality depending on where they are, who's around, and what's at stake. From workplaces to public spaces, the conversation breaks down the pressure to appear “safe,” “professional,” or “acceptable” in environments that can quickly judge or misunderstand you.But the deeper conversation is emotional. Life doesn't stop just because professionalism is expected. Grief, stress, pressure, and personal struggles don't disappear when it's time to perform confidence or composure. The discussion highlights how code switching can slowly become exhausting when it feels less like strategy and more like suppressing yourself to survive.The episode also tackles authenticity, leadership masks, and the cultural side of performance, especially when Black culture is borrowed for entertainment, credibility, or profit without genuine understanding behind it.Tap in With US! Thanks for tapping in with The Heavyweight Collective! Make sure you follow, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this convo. Catch us on all socials for clips, updates, and more behind the mic. https://linktr.ee/TheHeavyweightPodcast

Van and Rachel are back from the holiday break to react to Kevin Hart's response to problematic jokes at his roast, updates in the fight against redistricting, and Spencer Pratt's appeal to L.A. voters. Plus Jaxson Dart's MAGA moves, and Ray J gets KO'd. (0:00) Intro (15:54) Kevin Hart responds to roast critics (41:20) Iran conflict update (56:40) The redistricting battle (1:12:37) White wine spritzers (1:21:13) Spencer Pratt on homelessness (1:38:31) Jaxson Dart, Abdul Carter, and MAGA (1:49:03) Ray J's knockout Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Jade Whaley Social Producer: Bernard Moore Video Supervision: Chris Thomas and Jacob Cornett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailSauce Mackenzie delivers one of the rawest conversations yet on Black culture, violence, self-hate, social media addiction, gang mentality, maturity, relationships, community accountability, and why too many people are losing themselves chasing clout instead of peace. From street ethics to protecting women and children, from NBA talk to generational trauma, this episode of Concrete Genius Podcast is packed with truth, humor, pain, wisdom, and unfiltered conversation.This episode also dives into:• Black-on-black violence• Self-awareness & healing• Open carry culture• Social media & maturity• Why older generations must lead better• NBA Playoff breakdowns• Cade Cunningham trade scenarios• Julius Randle & Minnesota chemistry issues• SGA & OKC's championship mentality• Masculinity, femininity & community standards• Street codes & protecting civiliansTap in with Concrete Genius Media for daily podcasts, motivation, sports, culture, truth, and real conversations.

Send us Fan MailSauce Mackenzie delivers one of his rawest and most thought-provoking episodes yet.This conversation breaks down the collision between education, internet culture, gang aesthetics, leadership, and the loss of visible Black excellence in modern society. Sauce speaks on why so many educated people perform “street culture,” how social media changed public behavior, and why authentic leadership matters now more than ever.Additional topics include:• NBA playoff reactions• SGA & the Thunder• Knicks momentum & Mike Brown praise• Midwest vs West Coast culture• Mental discipline & emotional control• Vegas reflections, health, peace & healing• Why real gangsters usually seek peace later in lifeAuthentic. Funny. Deep. Unfiltered.Follow & support:

Hip hop, media manipulation, authenticity, and social change collide in this powerful conversation on culture, politics, truth, and community.

In this wild episode of Everyday Black Men, Riker, Sham, Reed, Whyte Collar Suge, Armstead, and the Black Libertarian bounce from Black Friday madness to debates about capitalism, poverty, and why people will abandon their families for a good deal. The crew jokes about military games, busted economic systems, and whether America's biggest companies have quietly become untouchable monopolies, while Reed and Riker clash over taxes, wealth, and what actually fixes society. Between serious conversations, the episode constantly swerves into chaos with Walmart jean deals, Armstead's legendary pants size, old-school shopping memories, and Whyte Collar Suge declaring that “two men on one horse is gay” for absolutely no reason. By the end, the guys somehow connect Nigerian tragedy, bargain shopping, and killing the Black Libertarian first into one perfectly unhinged conversation that only Everyday Black Men could pull off.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/everyday-black-men--2988631/support.

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Hey UN•THERAPIST,We need your help UN•THERAPIZING something, in your opinion, where's the line between representation and exploitation?We had a conversation surrounding the cartoon "Hey AJ" and one of the characters, Captain Durag, a superhero who wears a durag and flies around helping people.Now, for some people, it was funny. Nostalgic even. But for others, it was offensive.And what made the conversation even more interesting was that some of the same people who are upset about the character actively wear durags and bonnets themselves.Once people found out the show's creator was Black, some of the outrage softened.So now we had even more questions

In this special live episode, Donna and Sam sat down with the producer of Authentically Detroit, Sarah Johnson and Jerjuan Howard, the owner of the newly opened Howard Family Bookstore for a powerful evening rooted in storytelling, reflection, and community.The discussion surrounded the creation of Divining Freedom, a novel written by Donna. This multigenerational story explores the legacy of the Great Migration, the building of Black institutions, and the women who carry communities forward when systems failed them.They also spoke with JerJuan about his writing journey, and what it means to create and share Black literature within Black-owned spaces. The conversation serves as a reminder that storytelling is not only an art form, but a way of preserving memory, challenging systems, and imagining new possibilities for our communitiesTo purchase copies of Divining Freedom, click here.Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

The Conflation Conversation: C Comeback, Community Survival & Relationship Reality Talk | Born in Trouble Host John X returns to Born in Trouble with Grant Lancaster, They reflect on aging, being “elders,” and why lived, immersive experiences and community history matter more than today's phone-driven culture. The conversation critiques money as the central measure of “success,” compareing systems where needs were met without money, and warns that current politics and economic trends—including AI-driven job loss and rising foreclosures—threaten everyone while eroding community. They discuss race as an American construct tied to slavery, expressing a belief Black people have been the country's moral compass, and debate immigration's impact on community. They react to a viral clip about “scoring” an NFL/NBA boyfriend, emphasizing loyalty, service, and rejecting transactional relationships, then end calling for peace, reduced intra-community violence, and greater support for HBCUs amid Southern redistricting issues. 00:00 Welcome Back Update 01:33 Cancer Recovery Check In 03:23 Jordan LeBron Debate 04:41 Aging And Being Elders 08:36 From Immersion To Online 11:11 Money Over Everything 14:30 Systems And Reactions 16:59 Moral Compass And Politics 23:26 Not Becoming Oppressors 25:58 Conflation Congregation Explained 27:00 Housing AI And Foreclosures 31:58 Community And Immigration 37:30 Foreign Voices and Division 37:59 People Are More Alike 39:28 Switching to Relationship Drama 40:03 Clip Advice on Athletes 43:09 Serving Each Other in Love 45:05 Money Talk and Prostitution 49:58 High Value Men Reality 51:43 Beyond Transactional Love 54:20 Building Wealth Together 01:01:13 Peace Message and Unity 01:04:08 HBCU Push and Gerrymandering 01:06:47 Wrap Up and Personal Banter

Send us Fan MailCan a father be harsh and still produce disciplined children?In this episode, Sauce Mackenzie dives into the controversial conversation around Joe Jackson, strict parenting, Black fatherhood, discipline, accountability, and whether older generations had stronger structure and respect.Topics include:• strict parenting vs abuse• respect in Black communities• fatherhood and protection• discipline in schools and homes• masculinity and responsibility• modern youth culture• generational parenting differencesPLUS:

In this special live episode, Donna and Orlando reunite for a book talk at the Charles H. Wright Museum in collaboration with Next Chapter Books. This compelling book talk featured two exceptional Detroit authors: Aaron Robertson, author of The Black Utopians, and Michelle Adams, author of The Containment. Together, they explored the enduring relevance of Black Utopia, freedom, and justice in a timely conversation about history, place, and the futures we imagine.To purchase copies of The Black Utopians and/or The Containment, click here.Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

In this episode, Donna and Sam welcomed Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Empowerment Plan, Veronika Scott, plus Chief Executive Officer of COTS Detroit, Cheryl P. Johnson, to discuss their 16-year partnership - centering a shared mission of providing emergency help for people experiencing homelessness and providing pathways out of generational poverty.The Coalition On Temporary Shelter's (COTS) dedication to the needs of homeless men, women, and children grew out of a meeting in 1981 between a group of church leaders and human service providers in downtown Detroit. Officially formed in 1982, they have a mission to address Detroit's homelessness crisis by providing shelter and essential services that help participants achieve self-sufficiency.On March 17th, Empowerment Plan - a Detroit-based, workforce development organization that produces sleeping bag coats for people experiencing homelessness - distributed its milestone 100,000th coat to COTS Detroit, its longest-running partner. Started by Veronika Scott in 2015, The Empowerment Plan creates significant economic impact by serving as a stepping stone out of poverty into a state of stability. The core of their work stems from an intensive 2-year employment model focused on providing job readiness training and support services to their workforce. To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. THIS WEEK IN THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE:SUPREME COURT GUTTING OF VOTING RIGHTS ACT STRIPS BLACK POLITICAL POWER, EXPERTS SAYBERNIE SANDERS DRAWS HUNDREDS IN DETROIT AS PROGRESSIVES PICK BETWEEN EL-SAYED, MCMORROWSupport the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

We Talk Weekly News is a news and culture radio show delivering powerful analysis, real conversations, and unfiltered commentary on the biggest stories shaping our world today. On WPPM 106.5 FM Philadelphia every Saturday at 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., hosted by celebrity stylist & radio personality Charles Gregory, journalist and media personality Lauren "Sizzle" Settles and health correspondent "Classy Lady" Sparkle Howell. We feature expert guests, political and public figures, celebrities, and community leaders combined with legal and law enforcement analysis and commentary.Since 2013, we've been up close and personal with public figures such as: Actress Entrepreneur Vivica A. Fox, Rapper Doug E. Fresh, Yandy Smith, Rapper Chubb Rock, Les Twins, Celebrity Boxing CEO Damon Feldman, Mayor Cherelle Parker, Chrisean Rock, Actor Darrin D. Henson, Basketball Wives Jackie Christie, Senator Vincent Hughes, Rapper Roxanne Shaunte, Republican Councilmember David Oh, Reality Stars/Entrepreneurs Angela Simmons, Jo Jo Simmons, and Vanessa Simmons; Actress/Comedian Torrei Hart, Rapper Charlie Baltimore, Actor Robert Ri'chard, Activist Tamika Mallory, District Attorney Larry Krasner and the list goes on!We Talk Weekly News takes you beyond the headlines with breaking news, political analysis, entertainment updates, and trending cultural conversations all through a sharp, informed, and unapologetically urban lens. From U.S. politics and policy to global events, celebrity headlines, music, and the viral moments everyone's talking about — this is where news meets culture and perspective meets truth.In this segment, we break down some of the hot topics such as:Michigan Coach Sherrone Moore gets fired after his cheating stalking scandal breaks loose!Beyonce to co-chair Met Gala 2026 with Nicole Kidman, Venus Williams, and Anna Wintour.Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett's Senate RaceJoin us Live on Saturdays at 8pm and be a part of the conversation on our We Talk WeeklyFacebook Live or YouTube channel! We Talk Weekly LIVE!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-talk-weekly-news--2576999/support.Subscribe to We Talk Weekly News' YouTube channel for full podcast video show episodes:https://www.youtube.com/@WeTalkWeeklyTVFollow We Talk Weekly News across all social media platforms for exclusive content, breaking updates, and behind-the-scenes access:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wetalkweeklyTwitter (X): https://twitter.com/WeTalkWeeklyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wetalkweekly

You might have heard of the Green Book, a guidebook that was widely circulated from the 1930s through the 1960s to help Black travelers find welcoming places across the country to stay, eat, and fill up their cars. But did you know that many of those locations were in New England? Emily Sweeney, a Boston Globe reporter, has documented and mapped more than 350 spots in this part of the country. She joined host Ed Fitzpatrick in 2025 to talk about what she uncovered. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Donna and Sam introduce the latest segment on Authentically Detroit, What's Happening at ECN featuring Outreach Manager for the Housing & Economic Department at Eastside Community Network, Kevin Ashwood.Kevin leads resident engagement, community outreach, and program education efforts centered on housing stability, wealth building, and neighborhood empowerment across Detroit's Eastside.They also introduce the latest addition to the Authentically Detroit Podcast Network, 482Forward Education Organizer, Arlyssa Heard. Arlyssa is taking 482Forward's mission and turning it into a podcast! Have You Heard? Is a podcast dedicated to addressing school reform from all angles. Whether it be students, teachers, parents, or administrators - Arlyssa wants to talk to them all and get to the bottom of one question - how can we produce better outcomes for our students?To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here. Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Sauce Mackenzie dives into one of the most uncomfortable but necessary conversations in the Black community — how Black men speak about and treat Black women, especially in public spaces.Using recent reactions to Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson as a starting point, this episode explores deeper issues like resentment, rejection, masculinity, trauma, and the impact of social media on how we interact with each other.This isn't about blame — it's about growth.From leadership and accountability to community healing, this episode challenges men to look inward and step into a higher standard.If we want stronger relationships, stronger families, and a stronger culture… it starts with us.Support the show

This week on *ooohtheyfunny*, the crew taps into the unspoken culture and connection that comes with being Black—from those instinctive moments, shared humor, and silent understandings that don't need explanation, to how outsiders sometimes catch glimpses of it without fully being in on it. From there, the conversation shifts into real-life discipline versus temptation, breaking down those everyday battles with food and habits where you know better but still do what you want anyway. They also get into the little quirks that make each person who they are—those random “that's just my thing” behaviors that don't always make sense but somehow stick—and wrap it all up by diving into everyone's go-to moves, whether it's comfort food, coping mechanisms, or default reactions under pressure, questioning whether those habits are actually helping or just something we've gotten used to over time.

The Authentically Detroit Podcast Network Presents... Amplify Outside!Welcome to the Amplify Outside podcast, a show with a mission of amplifying nuanced approaches to Intersectional Environmentalism centered in no other than Detroit, Michigan. For our first episode we meet host Ian John Solomon and speak with the City of Detroit's Director of Sustainability Tepfirah Rushdan about what makes Detroit green.Follow along on Socials @AmplifyOutside!Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

In this episode, Donna and Sam recap some of the top headlines from the weekend's Michigan Democratic Party Convention! Many celebrated over the weekend as Michigan progressives scored key victories. Michigan Democrats say they are closer together ahead of the midterm elections, despite the existing divisions within the party over foreign wars and corporate power.Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and Washtenaw County prosecutor Eli Savit secured nominations for Secretary of State and Attorney General at the endorsement convention.However, U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and Jordan Acker were booed by party delegates on Sunday. The outbursts illustrated the major divide between Democrats as leaders attempt to unite ahead of the 2026 midterms. Acker was ultimately ousted by civil rights attorney Amir Makled as nominee for the University of Michigan Board of Regents while Stevens will face Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow and former Wayne County health director Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate Primary in August. To stay up to date on all things Authentically Detroit, click here.Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 

Black culture isn't just influential… it's profitable. From fashion to music to media, we set the trends, shape the narrative, and move the market. But here's the uncomfortable truth…

There are a lot of guys who played the background for years when it comes to the entertainment industry and never really had a chance to tell their stories in its totality. Some guys who played MAJOR parts in other's careers but because they weren't the "main character", they sometimes get overlooked in the grand scheme of things. This week's guest is someone like a Clarence Avant of sorts when it comes to Boston's landscape in this Hip-Hop space and videography; Joseph "Politics" Fergus, a true pioneer and community leader when it comes to Black culture! This week join Charlie MaSheen & Bellez as we host Joe Politics in a conversation about his early days working with Benzino, how he was a business owner in Boston since his early 20s, directing music videos for Aaron Carter & Trans Continental Records & more, how he was able to assist Smoke Bulga on his first record deal, having his barbershop raided by BPD back in the day, and SO MUCH MORE‼️ The amazing thing about this 3hr long podcast is that we didn't even get through HALF of his story, so the will DEFINITELY be more chapters to come in the near future! When you hear some of the stories Joe gave us some light on, you might not even believe them yourselves! If you care about Black Culture & Hip-Hop, THIS IS ONE YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS OUT ON‼️ PODCAST AUDIO OUT NOW! FULL PODCAST DROPS ON YOUTUBE WEDNESDAY 4/12 @ MIDNIGHT‼️ TAP INNNNN‼️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - follow on ig: @CWTFBradio @Charlie.MaSheen @BellezTheGreat @JoePolitics CHECK OUT ALL OF OUR CONTENT: www.CWTFB.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Way We See It, Pastor Alex Bryant breaks down a powerful conversation between Stephen A. Smith and Anton Daniels on politics and Black culture. Using clips from their full conversation, Alex weighs in on some of the toughest questions facing the Black community today. Why does it often feel like you can only be a Democrat? Why are Black Republicans so often attacked? And what role does the victim mindset play in holding people back? Anton Daniels makes the bold claim that 98% of the struggles in the Black community are self-inflicted wounds, and Stephen A. Smith pushes the conversation into deeper waters. Pastor Alex adds his own perspective on personal responsibility, political identity, and what it takes to move forward with truth and accountability. This is real talk on culture, politics, and the way we see it. #TWWSI, #BlackCulture, #PoliticsAndCulture, #StephenASmith, #AntonDaniels, #VictimMindset, #PersonalResponsibility, #FaithAndCulture, #PastorAlexBryant, #RealTalkLeadership Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources:    Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP    More about us Like, subscribe, and share. Partner with ABM to place resources in jails and the inner city for $19 a month at alexbryant.org.  Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

In the spotlight is Carla Kaplan and her biography of Jessica “Decca” Mitford, titled Troublemaker: The Fierce, Unruly Life of Jessica Mitford. Kaplan is an award-winning professor and writer who holds the Stanton and Elisabeth Davis Distinguished Professorship in American Literature at Northeastern University. She has also taught at the University of Southern California and at Yale. Kaplan is the author of The Erotics of Talk and Zora Neale Hurston: A Life in Letters.   A recipient of a Guggenheim and many other fellowships, Kaplan has been a fellow in residence at the Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers, the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and the W. E. B. Du Bois Institute, among other research centers.  Learn more about Carla Kaplan here: https://carlakaplan.com/  Novelist Spotlight is produced and hosted by Mike Consol. Check out his novels here: https://snip.ly/yz18no           Write to Mike Consol at novelistspotlight@gmail.com 

Of the 53 million Catholics in America, about 3 million are African American. The history of Black Catholics in the United States spans from colonization and enslavement to Black parishes founded by the church during the Jim Crow era. And throughout that history, Black Catholic communities have found ways to make the oldest form of Christianity their own. In honor of Easter, we examine Black Catholicism in Boston and beyond.*This segment originally aired in April 2025*

In this candid and chaotic episode of Everyday Black Men, Riker, Sham, Reed, Whyte Collar Suge, Armstead, and the Black Libertarian continue their deep dive with special guest Esther, unpacking relationships, self-worth, and the messy reality of modern dating. Esther opens up about her early experiences with older men, loneliness, and why learning to walk away from toxic situations has become a major focus in her growth journey. The crew challenges her with tough questions about expectations, accountability, and whether she's truly ready for a healthy relationship, sparking both tension and humor. Conversations bounce from “pine tree theory” to Caribbean family dynamics and unfiltered takes on attraction, drugs, and personal boundaries. By the end, the episode blends raw honesty with wild commentary, leaving listeners with a mix of laughs, lessons, and a clearer look at what it takes to grow through chaos.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/everyday-black-men--2988631/support.

Send us Fan MailThis episode gets real.From the use of the N-word by non-black people… to cultural ownership… to colorism in America… Sauce Mackenzie breaks down the uncomfortable truths nobody wants to say out loud.We dive into:Who really has the right to say the N-wordWhy non-black culture imitates but doesn't respect black cultureThe difference in how dark-skinned vs biracial black men are treatedDrake, J. Cole, and the softening of hip-hopWhy black culture is the most copied—but least protectedThis is raw, unfiltered, and necessary.If you've ever felt like black culture is being taken, reshaped, or misunderstood… this episode is for you.Tap in. Join the conversation.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Concrete Genius Podcast, Sauce Mackenzie delivers one of his most raw and honest conversations yet — breaking down accountability, relationships, and the realities of the Black community.From dating standards to social media narratives, Sauce challenges both men and women to look inward and ask the real questions.This episode covers:Double standards between men and womenDating pools vs perceptionAccountability in relationshipsInfluence of celebrity culture on real lifeSocial media narratives vs realityGrowth, discipline, and personal responsibilityThis is not about blaming — this is about truth, reflection, and elevation.If you're tired of surface-level conversations and ready for real dialogue, this episode is for you.

You'll recognize Camrus Johnson's face from his roles as Batwing on the Batwoman series or his new turn from hero to villain in season 2 of One Piece, where he plays Mr. 5. But you might not know that he's also a director – of both television and award winning animation shorts – and an accomplished musician. Camrus and Jordan talk about the power of seeing yourself in a superhero (both before and after getting to embody one!) as he brings 2000s TV superhero icon Static Shock to the Feeling Seen table. Then, Jordan has one quick thing (two quick things?) about a pair of badass action films that just came out in the states: Mexicali and The Forbidden City. Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production of Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

The latest in entertainment and current events presented by The Actual and Factual Kim Smith! The Oscar's winners and losers and much more.........Brandy and Monica headline essence fest 2500New music from Jill Scott and Chloe and Halle 2800Anderson Paak and Jeannie Mai 3700Rihanna LA house shot up 3500Iran war and Clinton testify on Epstein Files 4200Sports News 10100 Justin fields, simone biles, dak prescottMother gives up custody of kids after divorce 11700

Strength doesn't grow where truth is ignored. In this episode, C.L. challenges listeners to recognize how easily culture can normalize things that slowly weaken our convictions—and why men like Luke Kornet and Dee-1 refusing to stay silent might matter more than people think.Are we strong enough to stand when something feels “small,” or are we being conditioned not to notice at all? Ephesians 4:16#NonMicrowavedTruth #TruthMatters #FaithOverCulture #StandForTruth #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalTruth #SpiritualGrowth #StaySharp #KingdomMindset #ChristianContent #FaithTalk #TruthOverTrends #Ephesians416 #Strippers #BlackCulture #hipHopMusic

On this episode, Donna and Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs sat down for a live book talk at Wayne State University for their Black History Month program. Anna, a two-time New York Times best-selling author, whose work explores the intersection of history, sociology and gender, is best known for her book The Three Mothers, which examines the lives and influence of the mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X and James Baldwin.Together, they honor these three mothers and discuss how their ideas, labor, and love shaped American history. They also connect their work to Detroit's legacy, the erasure of women throughout history, and how Black women can reclaim their narratives in the present day.To learn more about Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs and her work, click here. Support the showFollow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

On this episode of CounterPunch Radio, Joshua Frank and Erik Wallenberg are joined by Brian Jones to discuss his new book, Black History Is for Everyone, out now with Haymarket Books. In Black History Is for Everyone, Brian Jones offers a meditation on the power of Black history, using his own experiences as a lifelong learner and classroom teacher to question everything—from the radicalism of the American Revolution to the meaning of “race” and “nation.” Brian Jones has taught many ages and grades in New York City's public schools and the City University of New York. He served as the inaugural director of the Center for Educators and Schools at the New York Public Library and was the associate director of education at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. He is also the author of The Tuskegee Student Uprising: A History. Catch Brian Jones on tour. Buy a copy of Black History Is for Everyone. The post Black History Is for Everyone w/ Brian Jones appeared first on CounterPunch.org.

In this episode, Godfrey and the crew (Dante Nero, Akeem Woods, and Vishnu Vaka) dig deep into culture, history, and hypocrisy. Who really built American music to why certain people lose their minds when the playing field feels even. They break down cultural appropriation vs. respect, the Super Bowl halftime outrage, political double standards, and the erased history of Black inventors who shaped everyday life. Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer, random videos Godfrey found on the internet and so much more! We're not reinventing the wheel, we're just talking 'ish twice a week...with GODFREY on In Godfrey We Trust.Original Air Date: 02/13/26----------------------------------------------

In this episode, Godfrey and the crew (Dante Nero, Akeem Woods, and Vishnu Vaka) dig deep into culture, history, and hypocrisy. Who really built American music to why certain people lose their minds when the playing field feels even. They break down cultural appropriation vs. respect, the Super Bowl halftime outrage, political double standards, and the erased history of Black inventors who shaped everyday life. Legendary Comedian Godfrey is LIVE from New York, and joins some of his best friends in stand up comedy, Hip-Hop and Hollywood to talk current events, pop culture, race issues, movies, music, TV and Kung Fu. We got endless impressions, a white producer, random videos Godfrey found on the internet and so much more! We're not reinventing the wheel, we're just talking 'ish twice a week...with GODFREY on In Godfrey We Trust. Original Air Date: 02/13/26 ----------------------------------------------