Brian's World

In this episode of Brian’s World, RIELLE steps into the Village with a story grounded in gratitude, discipline, and purpose.  Fresh off the release of her single  “Crush,”  she opens up about the journey behind her sound, the experiences that shaped her writing, and the faith that carried her through the pressure of school, life, and becoming an artist. This conversation unpacks what it really loo...

I am a believer in Tyrese Haliburton! The man's got ice in is veins! I was wrong!

Happy Monday! Hope you and your family are doing well. We had another busy weekend in our world. Big shoutout to CMI for another great performance in Washington, DC this weekend (also, congratulations to my lovely bride, Ashley!). Shout out to Stir Crazy RVA for the hospitality this weekend too. Very busy weekend on Earth. Thinking of the Biden family as we learned about his prostate cancer diagno...

Welcome to episode 187! Sorry I missed you last week. We were in Chicago celebrating the wedding and I got stuck doing station work when we got back. No excuses though. Hope you've been well! What a busy Monday in our little world. We cover the Newark Airport fiasco , China Trade War , and Trump's latest immigration tactics . Then, let's get ready for this Diddy trial . We've got s...

A busy weekend was anchored by the NFL draft storylines. Most of them were centered around Shedeur Sanders. Will he be a starter in the NFL? Was all the chatter about him (and his family) valid? I think so. Also, we've got a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine. Sounds like a new Pope will be selected soon, too. Let's chat!

We will look back on this SINNERS film release as one of the greatest in film history. Ryan Coogler proved his genius once again. Also, Deion retired those kids' jerseys too early, man.

It's election season and yes, it's "unprecedented". This is the first time we've had a candidate enter the race as late as Kamala Harris. We've also never had a candidate as polarizing as Donald Trump. This pivotal election is dowsed in commentary from media pundits and personalities. Their bias leads their conversation, even when they don't realize it. The idea of "traditional" non-partisan media...

Last week, I replied to a post on X that ruffled some feathers. It was about sex appeal. Now I'm wondering if we've lost the art of sex appeal? Have we forgotten about the science of attraction? As Dr. Wendy L. Patrick wrote in Psychology Today , "many people are intrigued by the proverbial mysterious stranger." Even the headline is titled How Intrigue Sparks Attraction . After receiving backlash...

It's true - about 26% of users on Twitter are black . That's a heavy portion of the popular social media app's user base. Research shows that it's one of the most diverse platforms available. "Black Twitter" has become a thing. It was bound to happen. With such a heavy concentration of black-culture activity on the app, surely a community was going to be formed. It's filled with all sorts of conve...

CTZNS Culture-Chief, Jay Julien believes the key to developing impactful brands begins with attunement-based leadership and community development. His vision asks leaders and their teams to take a look inside themselves to discover what would really bring them together; asking the why and the who before the what . During an interview earlier this year, Julien shared, “Attunement is the process of...

Sean "Diddy" Combs was arrested on federal charges, Monday, September 16. The shamed music-mogul is alleged to have orchestrated a sex trafficking operation, acts of non-consensual sexual violence, racketeering, and prostitution . Federal raids also uncovered drugs and weapons at his property. It's unclear as to when the Feds began investigating Diddy. From our perspective, it all began when his e...

Happy fall, family. Excited to try some new things with Brian's World. It's been a journey! One that I've enjoyed. I want to serve.

Hip hop legend Beanie Sigel stopped by the show on the way to AFRAM in Baltimore. The Philly-native is well-versed in what the culture needs at this pivotal time in society. He shared about what him and his team are cooking up to create impactful change in the community and how service is the true power of the music and entertainment industry.

The WNBA is having a historic year. The Sports Business Journal reports that the league is experiencing a tremendous surge in viewership, up an average around 200% across ESPN broadcasted games. They've also seen a 146% rise in League Pass purchases. Clearly, the league has exploded in 2024. Many call it the 'Caitlin Clark Effect'. I don't think that's an incorrect assessment....

The interview heard (and seen) all around the world: Hip-hop star and media personality, Cam'ron was a guest on CNN's News Night with Abby Phillip. He was invited to discuss the shocking footage of Diddy physically abusing his ex-girlfriend and singer, Cassie. Cam'ron's interview was pure chaos. It provided unforgettable soundbites and has sparked a convoluted debate about who was...

We are down to the final four teams of the 2023-24 NBA season. The postseason competition has been electric as we get clearer views of tomorrow’s stars and their superpowers. There’s also a lot of chatter in the bleachers concerning quite a few NBA story-lines that are unfolding. One of the heaviest: LeBron’ s legacy, his retirement, and his near-future.  We’re joined today by Amber Wright-Burnett...

Last Tuesday, Baltimore witnessed an unthinkable tragedy as the Key Bridge collapsed following a collision with a cargo ship. Built in 1977, the landmark was considered to be in 'fair' condition at the time of its collapse. Many experts argue that no bridge could withstand the force of such a massive ship collision, while others contend that the lack of key preventative measures, like &#39...

Risky business can be taxing on the mind. The science confirms how much pressure we feel when forced to make sacrifices and tough decisions on the road to achievement. It reminds me of a story that I re-tell myself weekly. The story of the first $87 that started my radio career. I believe it's a story that can help you as well.  Our conversation today is based on the decision-making areas of our b...

We are what we eat! It's one of those cliché' statements that are both overused and true. That's why a recent study by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences caught so much attention across American media. It's a study that explored the correlation between fried foods and common mental health illnesses, like anxiety and depression. The study found that people who consu...

We're a long way from the sandbox. Smiling takes a little effort from this distance. We were born into innocence without the slightest clue of race or class. We probably stared at ourselves in a mirror (as babies - maybe we were carried into the bathroom and mum was washing her hands with us in her arms) and didn't even recognize ourselves. Those days are long gone. Now, not only are we cr...

Buffalo Bills S Damar Hamlin's collapse from cardiac arrest is a sports moment that we'll never forget. The National Institute of Health says, "cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops pumping. If this happens, blood stops flowing to the brain and other vital organs. Cardiac arrests are caused by certain types of arrhythmias that prevent the heart from pumping blood." L...

I'm not quite sure who is remotely interested in purchasing one, but the reports of a deadly VR headset being made are true. It's a (genius) piece of technology designed by the founder of Oculus , Palmer Luckey . He sold the company to Facebook for $2 Billion in 2014 and they now use his designs and virtual reality research as the base of its ' Metaverse '.  His announcement of his latest wor...

Who would ever think that 'rumors' would have such a well-documented history? Well, I guess that actually does makes sense. The spreading of these weightless truths seem to be a natural extension of communication itself. There's a science behind everything and today we'll dive into the science of rumors.  Merriam-Webster defines rumor as "talk or opinion widely disseminated with no discernibl...

I enjoy moments like these. They remind me of finding a gem buried in the sand. Or, reaching into your pocket and being surprised with 20 bucks. It's an exciting time when you get the call that a superstar is on the way for an interview. Even better when they're as open and warm as Ne-Yo.  His talent is just the beginning of what makes him great. His glowing spirit introduced himself before he eve...

Our timelines were rocked by the news of the richest man in the world, Elon Musk, striking a deal to purchase Twitter for $54.20 a share — valuing the firm at roughly $44 billion, according to CNBC. In a statement to announce the deal, Musk called Twitter “the digital town square where matters vital to the future of humanity are debated” and shared that he looks forward to unwrapping the company’s...