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Trey’s Table Episode 390: Christiana The year is 1851. A new law says you HAVE to help slave catchers. A Quaker man named Castner Hanway refuses. A slave owner is killed in a standoff. The U.S. Government charges Hanway with... TREASON. You think you know the path to the Civil War? This story will stop you in your tracks. The Fugitive Slave Act made the North complicit. The Christiana Resistance s...

✨ NEW EPISODE — “Seeds of Justice” ✨ On the latest episode of Trey’s Table, we explore the powerful story of the FAMU College of Law — from its creation during segregation, its painful closure, and its triumphant rebirth thanks to the leadership of Dr. Frederick S. Humphries. And we spotlight one of its amazing graduates: Attorney Briana L. Lans, whose career is a shining example of excellence,...

Let’s talk about the racism that Black doctors experience.

•“The untold story of the Harlem Hellfighters — this Veterans Day on Trey’s Table.” •“They were America’s most decorated Black soldiers — and its most overlooked heroes.” •“How the Harlem Hellfighters brought jazz, pride, and courage to a world at war.” •“This Veterans Day, meet the soldiers who made history — and demanded America live up to its ideals.” https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/...

Let’s talk about the hidden history of Francis Scott Key.

It’s time to refute the lies about black men, marriage, and fatherhood.

Why do Black people love Cadillacs? Let’s talk about it.

Let’s meet the social media influencers who are advising the White House on how to encourage more white women to have babies.

You know the name Mellon. Synonymous with wealth, philanthropy, and power. But do you know the story of its patriarch, Judge Thomas Mellon? In the 1880s, he used his power to actively block a qualified Black man, George Vachon, from practicing law. He was a vocal white supremacist who believed racial equality was a "wild theory." On the latest Trey's Table, we uncover this forgotten story of preju...

Let’s take a trip down memory lane.

Trey’s Table Episode 380 The Big Lie About Reconstruction We've been taught a version of history that was designed to oppress. In Episode 380 of Trey's Table, we're dismantling the "Dunning School." For decades, this school of thought dominated history books, pushing the false narrative that Reconstruction was a tragic failure—a period of "corrupt" Black leadership and "Northern aggression." It wa...

Why was Sean Grayson even allowed to be a law enforcement officer? On Trey's Table #379, we're breaking down the trial of former Illinois sheriff's deputy Sean Grayson, who was recently convicted of second-degree murder for the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey. Massey, an unarmed Black woman, had called 911 for help. We discuss the bodycam footage, the jury's verdict, and what this case says about j...

Should we have an age limit for people who serve in Congress? Let’s talk about it.

Headline: Germany's Black Oasis: A Story You Haven't Heard You know the story of World War II. But do you know the story of the Black GIs who stayed? In the ashes of a Nazi regime that preached racial hierarchy, a remarkable community of Black Americans found something unexpected in post-war Germany: a complex form of freedom and opportunity that was often denied back home. Their presence didn't j...

Let’s talk about colonial Williamsburg and the slavery reenactments. Plus I give a review of the new Netflix movie A House of Dynamite.

Yes, the US highway system is racist. Let’s talk about it.

What impact will automation and robotics have on the black community? Let’s talk about it.

Gerrymandering alert. 🚨 The GOP is pushing through a new congressional map that deliberately targets a seat held by Black Democrat Don Davis. This isn't just politics—it's a direct attack on Black political power and fair representation. On the latest episode of Trey’s Table, I break down this inane move, what’s at stake, and why we all need to pay attention. Tap the link in my bio to listen now....

Let’s talk about the history of accusing black women of being witches.

What can a tattoo tell us about a person‘s views on race? Let’s talk about it.

Why do so many of our national leaders know so little about the Civil War? Let’s talk about it.

Let’s talk about the most brilliant academic of our generation.

🎧 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🎧 I'm thrilled to welcome the one and only Jordan Smith—the powerhouse MMA content creator—to Trey's Table! We're switching gears from the Octagon to the silver screen as Jordan breaks down one of his favorite movies of 2025 so far: “Him.” This is a conversation you don't want to miss! Link in bio to listen. #TreysTable #Podcast #NewEpisode #MMA #CultureCrossover #MovieRevie...

The leaked GOP racist group chat isn’t just an isolated scandal—it’s a window into the systemic barriers facing Black voters. On the latest episode of Trey’s Table, we break down this news and use it as a starting point to discuss the ongoing fight for Black voting rights. From historical context to modern-day suppression, we’re connecting the dots. Tap the link in our bio to listen. This is a con...

Trey’s Table Episode 366: An American Hero: Hugo Rodriguez This is one of our most powerful episodes yet. On Trey's Table, I sit down with Hugo Rodriguez—the FBI agent and attorney who sued the Bureau for civil rights. His book, "The FBI’s Unwanted: Spics, Spooks, and Broads," is a stunning account of his fight against systemic racism. Episode 366 is out now. I know you'll find it inspiring. Link...