In The Black Podcast

Mayor Candace Hollingsworth, one of the national co-chairs of "Our Black Party" (@ourblackparty) joins us for this special episode of the Black Light. Our Black Party is a political platform designed to harness Black political power, and advocate policy initiatives that benefit Black people.  We discuss what power and policy look like in the Black community, and how they intend to make a change.  All that and much more. informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black.

In these weeks episode we are joined by Don Teasyman of the Baked Beans And Rice Podcast.  He helps us to discuss what it's like raising children to be prepared for White supremacy.  The NBA has approved 29 social just statements that players can wear on their jerseys.  We ask, is this progress or fluff.  And the Trump Administration is pushing to send Children and Teachers back to school, even with coronavirus cases spiking across the nation.  We talk about what you should be mindful.  All that and much more.   Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black

In this episode of the Black Light we are joined Eddie Glaude Jr. to discuss his latest book, Begin Again: James Baldwin's America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own.  Prof. Glaude helps us to get a better understanding on why Begin Again is not only an ode to Baldwin but also a reflection of our current state in America.  And we also  get his current thoughts on the Trump era, the up coming election, and the current movement for social and racial justice. Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black

In this episode we discuss how a large group of investors is pushing for corporations to sever their ties with the Washington Redskins, in an effort to get Daniel Snyder to change the teams name We tackle why Bill Simmons has an issue with diversity, and why he seems averse to hiring people of color. And we tackle the recent move by NETFLIX to invest over $100 Million dollars into Black banks, and whether or not that is enough. All that and much move. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black.

In this edition of the In The Black Podcast's "Black Light" segment we are joined by activist and author Kimberly Jones.  Her recent viral video titled "How Can We Win" has over 2 million views, and has thrust her into the mainstream of the current Black Lives Matter movement.  We sit down and discuss her video, her book "I'm Not Dying With You Tonight", and what this new movement for racial equality looks like.  All that and much more. Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black.

In this week’s episode we discuss the recent decision by HBO Max to remove the movie “classic” “Gone With The Wind” from their streaming libraries, as the company tries to create a disclaimer for future airings of the film. Some of our favorite White celebrities have joined together to release a PSA called #iTakeResponsibility (itakeresponsibility.org). How affective will this be? And we get a Black Box letter from a listener asking “What are you willing to sacrifice for racial and social change”. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black.

In this week’s episode we discuss New Orleans Saint’s QB, Drew Brees, recent comments about kneeling for the national anthem.  We talk about how the three remaining officers involved in the murder of George Floyd have been charged, as well as having “the talk” with your children about police interactions and anti-blackness.  And we are joined by defense attorney Michael Campbell who helps us understand things YOU MUST KNOW when dealing with the police.  All that and much more.  Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black.

In this week’s episode we discuss the officer involved murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis MN, and how this incident is affecting major cities around the nation. After video arose of a White woman (Amy Cooper) needlessly calling the police on a Black man (Christian Cooper) she has since been fired from her job, and has begun getting death threats. We ask does the punishment fit the crime. And we are joined by United States congressional aid and 1 half of the Hip Politics Podcast, Michael McQuerry, to ask when we can receive the next round of stimulus money, and what other plans congress is debating during COVID-19 season. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black Podcast.

In this week's episode we discuss how actress Lori Loughlin (Aunt Becky) and her husband plead guilty to bribery in the college admissions scandal.  We tackle how the largest county in Ohio has designated racism as a public health crisis.  And we discuss how the NFL's recent proposals to fix the "Rooney Rule" could be worse than the original problem.  All that and much more. Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black

In this week’s episode we ask should dating have its own budget in your expenses? We talk about rapper Lil Boosie getting prostitutes to have sex with his 13yo son, and how sexual encounters like this can lead to trauma in Black boys. And we are joined by actor, writer, and producer Richard Scott. He helps us to brake down what COVID-19 means for both Movies and TV, and what the landscape will look like after it’s all said and done. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black.

In this edition of the In The Black Podcast's Black Light we have a panel discussion about the events surrounding the murder of Ahmaud Arbery, a local Georgia man who was shot and killed after being followed by two armed White men (Gregory and Trevor McMichael). We also discuss how the system failed to arrest or bring these 2 men to justice for 3 months. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black Podcast. Our Website: www.intheblackpodcast.com Support The Show: https://www.intheblackpodcast.com/become-family Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intheblackpdcst/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/intheblackpdcst

In this week’s episode we are joined by the homie Vernon Blanson @iopine11, as we discuss the recent comments by Diddy. Why is he holding his vote hostage, and does it make sense? We talk about the health impacts that COVID-19 has had on the Black community, and what the conversation on getting us better should look like. And we discuss the new Netflix series #BlackAF by creator Kenya Barris. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black Podcast.

In this week's episode we get a letter from a listener that has been forced to reevaluate his life during quarantine. With many families home schooling during quarantine, we discuss how home schooling isn't for the weak. And we tackle why protestors have popped up across the country to fight against social distancing. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black Podcast.

In this episode the fellas tackle a letter from a listener who asks; "Why aren't churches social distancing during this pandemic?" We ask can the term "Karen" really be seen as a slur? And we take a look at the impact the coronavirus has had on the African American community and try to break down why Black communities are suffering the most. All that and much more Informed. Intelligent. In The Black.

In this week’s episode we respond to a listener message asking “How Are You Preparing For A Trump Reelection?”. We ask; are we that desperate for basketball that we’re willing to watch NBA players playing in a NBA 2k tournament? And we are joined later in the show by life coach and author of “Good White Racist”, Kerry Connelly. We discuss her recent tries to help us understand what a ‘good white racist” really is. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black.

In this week’s episode we discuss the rise of attacks on Asian Americans and how Letitia James, District Attorney of NY, is fighting for them to get justice. We talk about a recent FBI report that details how some White Supremacist groups are attempting to weaponize the Coronavirus against minorities. And a listener writes in saying that the quarantine from the coronavirus is putting a strain on their relationship with their family and how they need to escape. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black.

In this weeks episode we are joined by Dr. Tunde Akinyeke, as he helps us to tackle Andrew Gillum and his recent incident in a South Beach Hotel. We ask why is Linda Fairstein attempting to sue Netflix and Ava DuVernay, and can she win?  And we get doctor Akinyeke’s help in understanding what the Corona virus is (COVID-19) whether or not we should be scared, and what to possible expect going forward. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black!!!

In this weeks episode, Big O, El, and Krush are back to put an end to an interesting Black History Month. This week we get an interesting letter from a listener who has decided to give up sex for lent, but their partner has other plans.  We ask is this a good idea? We take a look at Royce da 5’9s latest work, The Allegory, and discuss where it measures up in his list of works. And things get a little personal, as we tackle the recent court decision to allow for a Safe Injection Center in South Philadelphia. What does it mean for drug addiction, and the community. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black

In this weeks episode we are joined by Dr. James Jones, professor of African American studies at Prairie View University. He helps to discuss why Black athletes feel compelled to separate themselves from their Blackness to be seen as marketable. We argue the benefits of discussing racism over dinner, and whether the whole experience is worth $2500. And with Mayor Mike Bloomberg making his debate stage debut in Nevada, we ask is all the money he’s given Black politicians working, and what is the current state of Black political leadership. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In the Black!

In this weeks episode we are joined by Bree Nachelle (@baronessbree) host of the Fabulous Fuckery podcast. She helps us to discuss Dwayne Wade, and his son’s transgender transition. We discuss the recently unearthed comments about Stop and Frisk from former Mayor of NYC Michael Bloomberg. And the Baroness tries to help us understand what life is like after divorce. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black!