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Activist and author Sabrina Greenlee shares her inspirational story on overcoming domestic violence and how her S.M.O.O.T.H foundation advocates for survivors of  abuse through programs such as "Pretty Scars Into Stars" and "100 Shades of Purple". Sabrina's courageous life story is also being developed into a soon to be released feature film.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

In Part 2 of our exclusive interview with Texas Congressman Al Green, Host Ramses Ja discusses the MORE Act with Representative Green, and how this bill will favorably impact people in Black communities if it becomes law in the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first part of a 2 part episode, Host Ramses Ja talk with Portia Archer, the first COO of the NBA's G League. During this portion of the conversation , Portia shares insights on her journey to the NBA's corporate level and also touches upon the successful partnership between the NBA and its developmental league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Ramses Ja recaps the biggest news stories of the week covered on the Black Information with BIN News Anchors Mike Eiland and Mike Moore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Thema Bryant, President elect of the American Psychological Association, talks with Host Ramses Ja about combating racism and bias behavior in our daily lives and how her co-author work entitled "The Anti- Racism Handbook “ offers strategies to address these issues.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Ramses Ja talks with writer/author/reporter Ernie Suggs from the Atlanta Journal Constitution about his recent article covering the launch of the social media platform Fanbase, and the impact of Black social media content creators on TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, and other social media sites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Host Ramses Ja discusses the recent rash of racial discrimination cases that have become categorized as "Banking While Black" with former Banking Executive  and former Diversity and Inclusion officer Maggie Williams.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first of a 2 part episode, Host Ramses Ja talks with iconic Texas Congressman Al Green about the subject of critical race theory and also about two landmark pieces of legislation he is currently working within Congress to pass . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BIN News Anchors Nichole Deal and Morgyn Wood join host Ramses Ja to discuss this week's top headlines including news on President Biden's re-election plans, the latest on mask mandates, and insights on the death of Patrick Lyoya.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Ramses Ja talks with Ayana Morris, Director of "Why As We Americans" a documentary that details the political triumphs and struggles of Newark's legendary Baraka family, The film is currently in select theaters nationwide and scheduled for DVD release on April 26th.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thomas E. Mayfield Jr. is an educator at the JT Elementary School System in Fort Worth, Texas. As the son of a school principal , Mayfield has elevated the learning process by teaching math and other subjects through rap music. As a result, his students are excelling and Mayfield has gone viral on social media. Host Ramses Ja talks with Thomas Mayfield about his success in the classroom. See omnys...

Host Ramses ja is joined by Pulitzer Prize author Michael H. Cottman for a discussion on the life of David Harris, the 1st Black commercial airline pilot in the United States. David's journey towards breaking the color barrier in the commercial pilot industry is chronicled in Michael Cottman's latest book "Segregated Skies".    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From educator to entrepreneur, Dr. Lisa Williams ( @thedrlisa) (@theFreshdolls) has become a trailblazing figure in the Toy Industry. Today, she joins host Ramses Ja to talk about her career and the importance of creating dolls that reflect positive images for young black girls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BIN News anchors Esther Dillard and Doug Davis join host Ramses Ja for an in depth discussion and review of some of the top stories covered this week on the Black Information Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Host Ramses Ja takes a look at several trending headlines with KFI's iconic radio host Mo Kelley. Subjects include that latest on the Will Smith /Chris Rock feud, the Chris Wallace/ Nikole Hannah Jones interview, and the unusual lent sacrifice of a Chicago area church.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S House of Representatives recently voted 220-204 in favor of legalizing  marijuana under the MORE Act. The bill now heads to the Senate for confirmation. If the MORE Act is passed by the US Senate, marijuana will no longer be listed as a federally banned drug. On today's episode, Host Ramses Ja and Danielle Sanders, Managing Editor of the Chicago Defender and National News Director at...

Today marks the 54th anniversary of the 1968 Fair Housing Act. Signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson, the Fair Housing Act prohibited discrimination in the sale, rental and financing of housing based on race, religion, national origin or sex. To discuss the impact of this historic law and upcoming events tied to its anniversary, host Ramses Ja is joined by Muriel M. Nolen, Interim Executive...

The confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, changes to the Affordable Care Act, and marijuana reform are few of the big headlines from this week's news coverage on the Black Information Network. Anchors Teri McCready and Kevin Brown join host Ramses to discuss these stories and more . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week,  former President Barack Obama and the Biden Harris administration joined together to announce sweeping changes to the Affordable Health Care Act , affectionately known as Obamacare. Once enacted, these changes will significantly increase the opportunity for millions of American families to sign up for health coverage. Host Ramses Ja speaks with CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-La...

Its official - the vote to send Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination to the full US Senate for confirmation is moving forward. For an update on this historic moment, Host Ramses Ja checks in with BIN News Director Andrea Coleman for an update . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the 54th anniversary of his tragic death, Host Ramses Ja speaks with Dr. Camilla Westenberg about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the state of today's Civil Rights movement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BIN News anchors Vanessa Tyler and Mike Stevens join host Ramses Ja to breakdown the biggest news stories of the week and offer a preview of some of the hot news items on the radar for next week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Ramses Ja talks with US Senator Edward J. Markey about his plan to end the controversial use of qualified immunity - a legal precedent designed to protect law enforcement officers in cases involving police misconduct and violation of constitutional rights.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The feud between Will Smith and Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars has become one of the biggest stories of the year. Host Ramses Ja talks with Comedian Damon Williams (@damonwilliamscomedy) about the impact of this incident on the Black Community and the world of comedy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Ramses Ja and civil rights lawyer Jeffery Robinson finish their discussion on the documentary “ Who We Are - A Chronicle of Racism in America”. As writer and producer of the film, Robinson shares some of the main highlights and revelations viewers will discover about anti-Black racism in the United States. Sony is a product founding partner of the Black Information Network. ...