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People are buzzing over NBA Star Kyle Korver’s article on racism, while black and brown folks are dying in silence. Can allies put an end to white supremacy? On this episode of “Let Your Voice Be Heard!,” Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen discussed the role that white progressives, like Kyle Korver, play in the fight for social justice and equality and what it really means to be an ally. (Starts at the 23:45 mark) Read Kyle Korver's piece, "Privileged," here: https://www.theplayerstribune.com/en-us/articles/kyle-korver-utah-jazz-nba?fbclid=IwAR3envE4kSR0rco8D9aUGSgUS4UDAgmj5hNVgpBTNGu0TqNUnbaBYt7-XiQ Want to know what Rep Ilhan Omar said to catch the wrath of racist Republicans? Click here: https://twitter.com/krassenstein/status/1117046831840669696?fbclid=IwAR3d-ftpNLatN9Bk9s4w1gUQtBXai-4crcRAKQyXvlKP3X65SnmA4OmAWKA Stanley Fritz wrote about Dwyane Wade and his unconditional love for his son. Check it out here- http://www.letsnotbetrash.com/2019/04/10/i-think-dwayne-wade-is-my-new-favorite-basket-ball-player/ Want to watch the live show? Check out our Facebook Fan Page www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHe…XC2PPihvLQdQckxc Want to take your support a step further? Become a monthly subscriber on Patreon: www.patreon.com/beheardradio Tune in every Sunday morning at 11 am est. via Facebook Live by clicking here: www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHeard/

The world’s oldest profession is up for debate. The battle for sex workers rights is heating up. Where do you stand on the issue? On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Jaqi Cohen discussed the pros and cons of decriminalizing sex work. Want to Learn More? https://www.decrimny.org/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2019/03/02/kamala-harris-brought-sex-work-into-spotlight-heres-what-she-should-do-next/?utm_term=.fd3f80fee791 https://www.npr.org/2019/03/22/705354179/should-sex-work-be-decriminalized-some-activists-say-its-time Tune in every Sunday morning at 11 am EST via Facebook Live by clicking here: www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHeard/ Want to take your support a step further? Become a monthly subscriber on Patreon: www.patreon.com/beheardradio

Reparations are on the table, but Bernie’s not biting. Is this the path to racial equality? On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen talked about how Democratic candidates running for president, like Bernie Sanders, feel about reparations. They also discussed the economic feasibility to fund and distribute reparations to descendants of African slaves in comparison to other marginalized groups who received reparations throughout history. Want to watch the live show? Tune in every Sunday morning at 11 am EST via Facebook Live by clicking here: www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHeard/ Want to take your support a step further? Become a monthly subscriber on Patreon: www.patreon.com/beheardradio

Kamala Harris launched her bid for the White House and she`s under fire. Racism, sexism, and her record may all be playing a role. Is America ready for a black woman president? On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen discussed the criticism that Kamala Harris is getting from both the left and the right. They also questioned whether or not she can win the black vote due to her problematic record as California's Attorney General. Want to watch the live show? Check out our Facebook Fan Page www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHe…XC2PPihvLQdQckxc Want to take your support a step further? Become a monthly subscriber on Patreon: www.patreon.com/beheardradio Tune in every Sunday morning at 11 am est. via Facebook Live by clicking here: https://www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHeard/ In the latest think piece from www.LetsNotBeTrash.com, Stanley asked men to really answer if they think their pipe game is that good. www.letsnotbetrash.com/2019/01/07/sp…ght-be-trash/ www.letsnotbetrash.com/2019/01/06/bl…than-r-kelly/

The government is shut down. The wall may be going up. How will it all end? In this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen talked about the effects of the Trump shutdown. They also discussed the #SurvivingRKelly saga and new criticisms from Democrats against Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. In the latest think piece from Lets Not Be Trash, Stanley ask men to really answer if they think their pipe game is that good. http://www.letsnotbetrash.com/2019/01/07/spoiler-alert-your-pipe-game-might-be-trash/ www.letsnotbetrash.com/2019/01/06/bl…than-r-kelly/ Want to see the live show? Check out our Facebook Fan Page www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHe…XC2PPihvLQdQckxc Want to take your support a step further? Become a monthly subscriber on Patreon. www.patreon.com/beheardradio

Russia's digital finesse continues. Facebook is selling our data. Is our privacy in jeopardy? On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Jaqi Cohen, and special guest correspondent Joshua Clennon talked about the two new government reports that revealed Russian trolls used Facebook to suppress the black vote in the 2016 election, the Democrat Party's failure to incite voters of color, and Facebook's latest data sharing controversy. Take a listen.

Everyone is offended and your fave is problematic as hell. Has outrage culture gone too far? On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen discussed the controversy over Kevin Hart's past tweets, the lyrics of "Baby, It's Cold Outside," and other people/things that recently received backlash online. They also questioned if comedy, art, and music are being overpoliced or if this is what it means to be woke in 2018. Enjoyed the show? Check out our quickie on the latest Obamacare shakeup! https://www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHeard/videos/797792133907419/ Love our show? Become a monthly supporter on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/Beheardradio

The Feds booked Tekashi and Meek Mill is on top of the world. A tale of two artists, from the street life to the limelight. On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen discussed the current state of hip hop in light of Meek Mill's first post-prison album, "Championships," and the arrest of Tekashi69 on racketeering charges. They also questioned if hip hop is street an expression of the streets or a business that has been co-opted by white-owned corporations.

The Straphangers Campaign is a New York City-based transit interest group that advocates on behalf of riders of public transport. Jaqi Cohen discusses the present crisis with NYC subways.

While Kanye West made a fool of himself at the White House, the world learned that we are headed towards a climate disaster. Is it too late to save ourselves? On this episode of Let Your Voice Be Heard!, Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen talked about Kanye's bizarre meeting with Donald Trump at the White House and a stark new report that shows that climate change will likely trigger catastrophic changes in our lifetimes. Take a listen.

The Kavanaugh confirmation hearings have launched a nationwide discussion on sexual assault and how our country values women. Have we really progressed since Anita Hill? On this episode of Let Your Voice Be Heard!, Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen talked about Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation to the Supreme Court and what steps progressives need to take to preserve and protect our rights moving forward. The team also discussed bail reform, the conviction of the white cop who killed LaQuan McDonald, Melania Trump’s controversial colonial outfit, and other recent news stories during “The News Round Up.”

2,000 migrant kids have been separated from their families. Trump's Executive Order is trash. And Melania doesn't really care, do you? In May 2018, the Trump Administration announced a tough new crackdown called the "zero tolerance" policy, which mandates that every adult that illegally crosses the border is prosecuted and that every accompany child is placed in a government agency. As a result, more than 2,000 kids have been separated from their families and placed in detention centers and shelters. On this episode of Let Your Voice Be Heard!, Selena Hill, Jaqi Cohen, and special guest correspondent Tousif Ahsan, the Civic Engagement Fellowship Coordinator at NYPIRG and a Bengali immigrant, discussed the pandemonium that Trump has caused at the border. They also spoke with Juan Manuel Guzman, the advocacy and policy manager at United We Dream, the largest immigrant youth-led community in the country.

Corporate greed is at an all-time high while everyday people are suffering. Here's why the system is rigged now more than ever before. On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Jaqi Cohen talked about Beyonce and Jay-Z's first joint album, "Everything is Love," questioned if the #MeToo movement has gone too far, and discussed how big corporations are impacting local politics and policies.

On the day the Trump administration opened up the new U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem, Israeli forces killed 60 Palestinians and claimed it was self-defense, forcing the world to take a deeper look into what is happening to the people of Palestine. On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen spoke with special guest Linda Sarsour, an American Muslim activist, about the fight to free Palestine. Want to see more of the show? Check us out on Facebook Live! https://www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHeard/videos/1982025468537563/?hc_location=ufi You can also follow us on Twitter-https://www.patreon.com/Beheardradio If you want to help us grow, become a subscriber on Patreon- www.patreon.com/beheardradio

Black people aren't safe at the Waffle House. Ben Carson's raising rents on the poor. And Kanye's joined team MAGA. On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Jaqi Cohen talked about Kanye West’s support for Donald Trump and how Ye ended up in the sunken place. They also discussed the intersectionality of pop culture and politics and debated over whether or not Ye is worth saving. Consider supporting us by becoming a monthly subscriber at Patreon. www.patreon.com/Beheardradio Follow us on Twitter: @Beheard_Radio Like our Fan Page and Watch Episodes Live here: www.facebook.com/LetYourVoiceBeHeard/ Check out Stanley's latest write-up, "Kim Kardashian Didn't Break Kanye, Kanye Broke Kanye," https://thedefiantones.org/kim-kardashian-didnt-break-kanye-kanye-broke-kanye-c53ebfa153d

Unequal Pay. Sexual Harassment. Glass Ceilings. When will women win? On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen addressed gender inequality and the pay gap, along with other hurdles that women face in the workplace, like sexual harassment and the glass ceiling. They also discussed solutions to fix these issues. http://www.blackenterprise.com/black-women-equal-pay/ https://www.emilyslist.org/ During "The News Round Up," they talked about the two black men arrested while sitting in Starbucks, the U.S. military strike in Syria, and the latest scandals in the Trump White House. https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2018/04/14/602556973/starbucks-police-and-mayor-weigh-in-on-controversial-arrest-of-2-black-men-in-ph https://nypost.com/2018/04/12/comey-trump-asked-me-to-investigate-pee-tape-to-reassure-melania/

High school students in Florida are leading the fight against the NRA and have inspired action among people across the country. Will this youth movement finally lead to gun reform or will elected officials continue to prioritize the interests of the gun lobby over human lives? On this episode of Let Your Voice Be Heard!, Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen talked about the push for gun control as well as the long-neglected fight to stop gun violence in communities of color.

It’s 2018, people are still poor, and income inequality is at its highest level ever. Here is how we’re resisting. On this episode of Let Your Voice Be Heard!, Selena Hill, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen spoke to Barbara Smith, an author, scholar, and pioneer of the black feminist movement, about her activism with the Poor Peoples Campaign.

Aziz Ansari is under fire. Feminists are outraged and millennials are confused about consent and sexual assault. On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard!," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Jaqi Cohen spoke with Cynthia Friedman, a sex educator and the founder of Sex on the Table, about consent, sexual education and empowerment, and healthy relationships in the millennial age.

Trump decried black and brown immigrants. Republicans proposed a trash fire immigration bill. They’re still fighting to build a wall and we’ve had enough with the dog whistling about immigration. On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen discuss their reaction to Donald Trump's "s--thole" remark and how xenophobia is manifesting in the Republican Party and mainstream politics. Special thanks to Dana for her contribution to our show! If you would like to support Let Your Voice Be Heard, become a paid subscriber at Patreon.com/beheardradio

This week on "Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen gave out awards for the best, worst, and pettiest moments and people of 2017. What was the biggest political upset of the year? Which resistor made the greatest impact? Who deserved to get trashed the most? See who won by listening to this podcast.

On this week’s episode of Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Selena Hill, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen discussed the outrage over President Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and how this will impact the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Later, the team reflected on the 76th anniversary of Pearl Harbor and compared it to the rise of nationalism during the 1940’s to today. Lastly, during “The Quickie,” Ilyssa explained an upcoming Supreme Court case that may destroy public unions.

This week on Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen discussed the latest revelations and allegations of sexual assault charged against politicians and celebrities. Later the team dissected the Republican tax reform proposal and how it will impact average Americans. Lastly, during “The Quickie,” Ilyssa explained how President Trump and Republicans are attempting to pack federal courts with unqualified right-wing judges.

This week on Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen looked back at the one year anniversary of Trump's election and the impact its had on our country. Later, the team dissected the Democratic Party's big wins on Election Day and what it means for the midterms in 2018. Finally, during the "Dreamer and Doer" segment, author and educator Lisa King returned to talk about her journey into entrepreneurship and her youth empowerment program, Audacious Leaders.

This week on Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen unpacked President Trump’s Twitter tirade against the freedom of the press and free speech. ​During “The News Round Up,” the team discussed the controversy surrounding the allegations of sexual assault against one of the most powerful producers in Hollywood, Harvey Weinstein. ​ Later, they addressed the epidemic of prison labor and questioned whether this is a new form of slavery. Lastly, during the “Dreamer and Doer Series,” Selena spoke to Diamond Craig, an educational consultant, aspiring physician, and entrepreneur about how she is empowering young girls through her foundation, PurposefullyPretty Inc​.​

This week on Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen unpack the Las Vegas shooting and discuss whether or not this was an act of terror and how we can finally take down the gun lobby. The team will also question it's time to stop celebrating Columbus Day due to the holiday's problematic history. And lastly, during "The Quickie," Ilyssa will breaks down the SCOTUS case on gerrymandering, which could determine how districts maps are drawn around the country.

This week on Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Stanley Fritz, Jaqi Cohen and special guest Dariana Colon-Bibb discuss Ta-Nehisi Coates latest piece, "America's First White President,” and the prevalence of racism in politics. Later, they unpack President Trump’s comments about Colin Kaepernick and football players that kneel during the star spangled banner. And finally, during “The Quickie,” Stanley breaks down the GOP’s latest effort to repeal and replace Obamacare with a “deathcare” bill.

This week on "Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Jaqi Cohen discussed the detriment caused by Pres. Trump’s attack on DACA recipients, featuring special guests Marcela Barrientos and DREAMER Angie Kim. Later the team talked about the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, how this is tied to climate change, and the federal government’s response. Lastly, Stanley ranted about the injustice done to a Bronx teenager named Pedro Hernandez.

On this episode of "Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, Esq., and Jaqi Cohen unpacked the racially charged protest in Charlottesville, VA, from their personal perspectives as black, Jewish, and queer millennials. In part one, they addressed President Donald Trump's response to the rally and questioned whether activists on the left are trying to silence the voices of those on the right. In part two, the team discussed the rise of the white nationalist movement along with the roots and prevalence of racism in America.

On this episode of Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Stanley Fritz and Jaqi Cohen discussed the violence and prejudice against the trans community in wake of the call to boycott "The Breakfast Club" after comedian Lil Duval made transphobic comments during his appearance on the nationally-syndicated radio show. Special guests Aaryn Lang, a trans-woman and activist, and Evan Gray, the Arraignment Team Administrator at the Neighborhood Defender Service of Harlem, shared their perspectives about the controversy as members of the LGBTQ community. They also talked about their own identities. https://verysmartbrothas.theroot.com/men-who-claim-to-get-fooled-by-trans-women-just-dont-1797614192 Later on in the show, they debated the legitimacy of Donald Trump’s attack on affirmative action. And finally, during "The Quickie," Stanley explained why Donald Trump’s immigration plan is trash.

This week on Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen discussed Donald Trump’s war on trans troop. Later, the team talked about microaggressions and asked “was that racist?” Finally, during the “Dreamer and Doer Series,” Selena talked to Joshua Walker, the Founder/CEO of Avenue Music Group (AMG), a non-profit dedicated to encouraging entrepreneurship to inner-city youth.

This week on "Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio," the team critiqued JAY-Z’s new album, 4:44, its message, and the resurgence of socially conscious hip hop. Later in the show, they addressed the challenges that the LGBTQ community is currently facing in the Trump era. And lastly, during “The Quickie,” Ilyssa Fuchs, Esq. explained why the recent SCOTUS ruling on Trump's Muslim Ban is not as cut-and-dry as you might think. ****************************************************************************** "Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio" is an award-winning radio show and podcast committed to informing, educating and empowering Millennials on political and social issues. It broadcasts live every Sunday from 11 am - 1 pm ET on WHCR 90.3FM in New York City and via live stream at www.LYVBH.com. The team consists of Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen.

On this episode of Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Selena Hill, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen talked about how scientists and science lovers used the March for Science to fight back against President Trump’s war on science. Later in the segment, the National Coordinator of the People's Climate March, called in to talk about how the fight for science will continue on April 29 at the People's Climate March in Washington, DC.

During The News Round Up, Selena Hill, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen discussed several hot-button news stories, including Bernie Sanders' support of Heath Mello, a pro-life Democratic candidate running for mayor in Omaha. The team questioned whether or not progressives should continue to support Sanders, even if they only disagree with him on one issue.

On this episode of Let Your Voice Be Heard! Radio, Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Ilyssa Fuchs, and Jaqi Cohen talked about the Trump's administration recent military strike in Syria. They also discussed the potential impact this will have and whether or not it will lead to war, with special guest Steven Pampinella, an assistant professor of political science and international relations at SUNY New Paltz who studies American foreign policy, state building, and counterinsurgency. During the News Round Up, the team talked about Pepsi's controversial ad, the latest on Colin Kaepernick, and other interesting news stories. Later on in the show, the hosts held a roundtable discussion with Fox New Channel legal and political correspondent Eboni K. Williams about the current state of U.S. politics. And lastly, during “The Quickie,” Ilyssa Fuchs, Esq. gave a breakdown of the confirmation of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court and the implications of the GOP going nuclear.

Has hate been emboldened in Trump’s America? The country has seen a disturbing trend of White Nationalism, anti-Semitism, and xenophobia following President Donald Trump's populist campaign and election into office. Despite this concern among many Americans, Trump waited weeks before denouncing anti-Semitic attacks across the country in 2017. In addition, many people in the immigrant community are living in fear in response to Trump's anti-immigrant sentiment and recent ICE raids. Lastly, members of the LGBT community are speaking out against the Trump administration's plan to roll back protections for trans student implemented under the Obama administration. In this episode, Selena Hill, Ilyssa Fuchs, Esq., and Jaqi Cohen addressed these issues and how anti-Semitism, xenophobia, and homophobia is plaguing our country.

Beyonce’s new hit single, “Formation,” and recent Super Bowl performance has sparked a ton of controversy. Fans love that the singer has incorporated a message of Black empowerment into her new music and paid tribute to the Black Panther Party at the Super Bowl. However, critics like former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani argue that the song is divisive and that her “anti-cop” performance was inappropriate for the Super Bowl. On Sunday, Selena Hill, Ilyssa Fuchs, Jaqi Cohen and Stanley Fritz held a live round table discussion on the public's reaction to Formation and the intersectionality of capitalism and social justice.