The Ryles Report

In this episode of The Ryles Report, hosted by Richard Ryles, we take a powerful and honest look at the phrase “we are not our ancestors” and why it misunderstands the strength, courage, and sacrifice of those who came before us. Attorney Dedrick Straughn joins the conversation to unpack the true history behind our civil rights icons, the fears they lived with daily, and the resilience that fueled...

In this special episode of The Ryles Report , recorded live at the Black Book Bash in Jacksonville, Richard sits down with Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey, author of Kamala, the Motherland, and Me . They discuss his journey with Vice President Kamala Harris to Ghana, Tanzania, and Zambia — and explore powerful themes of identity, heritage, and belonging.

Richard brings Dedrick back for a full report on current events — from rising authoritarianism to the power of community action. Together, they unpack what’s happening in our schools, our politics, and our neighborhoods — and why showing up still makes all the difference. This episode dives deep into the challenges facing Black communities today, the cost of silence, and the urgency of staying inf...

In this captivating episode, Richard Ryles sits down with his new found cousin Bertha French, a genealogist, public health expert, and co-founder of the Descendants of Enslaved Communities of Virginia to uncover how family history can rewrite our understanding of freedom and legacy. From uncovering lost ancestral ties to preserving the stories of the enslaved who built the University of Virginia,...

Former NFL Players Association Executive Director DeMaurice Smith joins The Ryles Report to expose the truth behind pro football — a system built on nepotism, power, privilege, and exploitation. From the 2011 lockout to Colin Kaepernick’s exile, Smith reveals how race and control shape everything inside the NFL 🎙️ Listen to “Truth Behind Pro Football: Race, Power, and the Fight for Players’ Rights...

This episode of The Ryles Report was inspired by Spike Lee’s powerful documentary Come Hell or High Water. After watching it, I knew the conversation around New Orleans and gentrification had to continue. Joining me is Urban Planner, Designer, and Artist Amy Stelly , a proud native of the historic Tremé neighborhood. Together, we unpack the realities of gentrification, urban planning, and the figh...

In this special episode of The Ryles Report , we flew out to California to sit down with my lifelong mentor — Dusty Baker , World Series–winning manager, three-time Manager of the Year, All-Star outfielder, and future Hall of Famer. Dusty takes us through his remarkable journey in baseball: from playing alongside Hank Aaron and other legends, to navigating life as a Black MLB player in the Jim Cro...

His father invited Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to Memphis in April 1968. Dwain Kyles reflects on Dr. King’s final 31 hours, how that moment shaped his family, and the lasting impact on our community.

On this episode of The Ryles Report, Richard sits down with Attorney Dedrick Straughn to uncover who Charlie Kirk really was, the true intent behind the Second Amendment, and the dangers of passive leadership within the Black community. Together, they add historical context to today’s civil rights struggles and expose how Jim Crow continues to echo in modern America.