Brooklyn Free Speech Radio

We take a look at the history of Super Bowl halftime shows and the Black cultural influences that have developed and informed this American pastime.

Consider It Blacklit highlights films, television shows and stage plays featuring African Americans up front and behind the scenes. This episode is a discussion of the classic 1961 film, A Raisin in the Sun, starring Sidney Poitier, Claudia McNeil, Ruby Dee and Diana Sands. Host Kim Singleton discusses the film with author/filmmaker Bridgett Davis. www.tinyurl.com/CIBPodcast

We examine the Oscars, the show, the nominees and the winners. And we are left with one question: Was any of this worth our time?

Welcome to "50ish and Fab: The Hot Flash Report", the podcast where 50+ means living your best life with humor, style, and zero filter! We're talking about everything—from church to sex, health to wealth, and parenting to grandparenting—because life doesn't slow down just because you hit the big 5-0. In this episode meet the host of the hottest podcast for those 50+ that are living la vida Golden,...

Assemblywoman Latrice Walker, who represents New York State's 55th District, and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman, the pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Brooklyn, go head-to-head over the role of God in the White House and the halls of mgovernment in New York. This is the third episode of our podcast.

The Palestinian-born US resident singer Nibal Malshi in excerpts and commentary on selections from the 20th-century classical Arab repertoire of the Levantine – Egyptian region, highlighting songs performed by female singers from Syria, Egypt, and Lebanon. In 2021 Malshi performed with an ensemble led by master qanun (zither) player Firas Zreik with Zafer Tawil on oud (lute), John Murchison on bas...

This is the second episode of Church & State, a podcast featuring Assemblywoman Latrice M. Walker of New York State's 55th Assembly District and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman, pastor of Antioch Baptist Church. This is episode #2, which focuses on the presidential election of 2024. https://www.youtube.com/@ChurchandState400

The Church & State podcast features Assemblywoman Latrice Walker and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman, the pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Brooklyn. Waterman and Walker had spoken for years about doing a podcast together. Each has very strong opinions -- about everything. Some people don't talk about religion and politics at the dinner table. Some don't talk about religion and politics at the barb...

Jazz episodes play and discuss classic jazz compositions and artists. Discussion on contemporary social issues topics. 

Brunchers! We all love are go to shows. The shows we have seen a bunch of times. However, every time we watch there's something about it that makes us cringe. That's we call a Problematic Fave!

The music of composer Shamar Watt (aka BongoWattZ), whose work incorporates everything from techno to gospel, with excerpts from the artist's archive alongside commentary on his Jamaican heritage, spirituality, technology, and noise. Watt performs at Roulette on March 1, 2025 as part of the annual Mixology Festival. https://roulette.org/

Jazz episodes play and discuss classic jazz compositions and artists. Discussion on contemporary social issues topics.

Host Kim Singleton talks with the cast of the hit Broadway musical, A WONDERFUL WORLD: The Louis Armstrong Musical. James Monroe Iglehart, Darlesia Cearcy, Kim Exum and Jennie Harney-Fleming discuss the play and the colorful life of Louis Armstrong. tinyurl.com/CIBPodcast

We are knee deep into awards season, so we are discussing Grammy predictions and measuring expectations.

Jazz episodes play and discuss classic jazz compositions and artists. Discussion on contemporary social issues topics. 

Publisher Pusher Podcast Ep-5 In this week's episode, Lee Forrester shares her book "Kippers and Capes, A Young Nurses Plight, Picture Memoire." This is a fun book where she shares pictures with thoughts from her early years as a nurse in the United Kingdom. She is focused on helping people, especially women, find their purpose and focus on caring for their bodies better.

Hey Brunchers! This episode is brought to you by the letter Y. Why is the future of Sesame Street (The OG of children's TV) so precarious?

Jazz episodes play and discuss classic jazz compositions and artists. Discussion on contemporary social issues topics. 

Publisher Pusher Podcast EP -4 In today's episode, I'm blessed to chat with Andrea Moreno. This is my second interview with her. She is committed to sharing Biblical truth and encouraging people to change their ways. That sin is everywhere, but we can live a life on purpose beyond it. Her book shares insights for all, and reminders' for some that can lead us on a path of freedom in Jesus.

EP - 5: On Let's Talk: Passion & Purpose, host Nicole Thomas welcomes the dynamic and accomplished Laura Canty-Samuel, a four-time Emmy-nominated TV writer, award-winning comedian, and Co-Artistic Director of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater (UCB) in NYC. This inspiring conversation dives into Laura's creative journey, her passion for storytelling, and how she balances a thriving career in...

People love to receive accolades for their time, their talent, and their impact. In every industry, those accolades or awards can skyrocket a career. We see it in sports, music And...television and film. But are most awards seeking to properly acknowledge everyone? We are beginning to suspect that some of these awards are ill-gotten gains. So Brunchers let's talk about awards. Starting with the un...

If you know who Rochelle Zimmerman, Calypso, or Marie Laveau is (without any prompting) then you will thoroughly enjoy our discussions about Black Witches in media. A discussion prompted by the overwhelmingly positive response of the new movie Wicked. A portrayal that showed us more than just the Witch of the West, but also our good sis Elphaba with the micro-braids.

Jazz episodes play and discuss classic jazz compositions and artists. Discussion on contemporary social issues topics.

Publisher Pusher Podcast EP-3 In today's episode, the chat is with Dr. Victoria Sheffield. This woman is moving and shaking as a serial entrepreneur. Today, she shares her perspective on her life experiences, varied businesses, and the book "Nell Jackson's Designs." This book, dear to her heart, shares her mother's life, a fashion designer with impeccable style, with far reach to the rich and famo...

EP- 4: Courtney Minor is a multidisciplinary artist based in Jersey City, NJ, specializing in collage, photography/film, assemblage, and product design. Her work draws deeply from personal emotions, psychology and mental health, cherished memories, global travels, and a passion for science fiction. Courtney's unique style blends contemporary abstract art with elements of street art and surrealism,...