Black Information Network Interviews

Mike Moore recently sat down with Black Georgia gubernatorial candidate Michael Thurmond. The former DeKalb County CEO is among several candidates who have qualified to run for the state’s top office. During the interview, Thurmond addressed a range of issues impacting residents across Georgia. Listen now!

This week on The Black Perspective , Vanessa Tyler honors the life and legacy of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson , bringing reflections from those who knew him best. Doug Davis sits down with Black meteorologist and entrepreneur Jason Frazer to discuss his unique journey — from forecasting the weather to building a brand and inspiring the next generation of scientists and innovators. Mike Moo...

Georgia's Attorney General continues to campaign to become the state's governor. With the November election just months away, he continues to campaign across the state. The Black Information Network's Alexandria Ikomoni sat down with Chris Carr. Follow The Black Information Network as we continue to cover major races across the country ahead of this year's elections. Listen now! 

This week on The Black Perspective , we celebrate the life and enduring legacy of civil rights activist and minister Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr. , featuring a powerful tribute segment from Andrea Coleman .  Alexandria Ikamoni sits down with Georgia Attorney General and Republican gubernatorial candidate Chris Carr as we begin hearing from key candidates in battleground states ahead of the 2026 elect...

This week on The Black Perspective , we’re celebrating love, legacy, leadership, and Black liberation. Andrea Coleman talks Black love with married couple Shannon and Shirley Austin , who share their journey, commitment, and the power of partnership. Vanessa Tyler sits down with Anthony Bean , founder of the Ethiopian Theater in New Orleans, to discuss the importance of creating cultural spaces th...

This week on The Black Perspective , Esther Dillard sits down with a descendant of Harriet Tubman to discuss her enduring legacy and rightful place in Black history. Morgyn Wood dives into the official sound of the DMV — Go-Go music — in conversation with activist Ron Moten , Head of the Don’t Mute DC Movement, and owner of the Go-Go Museum & Café. Andrea Coleman spotlights a powerful new book...

This week on The Black Perspective , Esther Dillard sits down with legendary artist Melba Moore to discuss her new memoir, Melba: The Voice of a Legend , reflecting on her groundbreaking career and lasting impact on music and culture. Morgyn Wood discusses the American Federation of Teachers’ lawsuit, which signals growing momentum in the fight to protect diversity, equity, and inclusion through t...

This week on The Black Perspective, Esther Dillard chats with Saeeda Dunston , CEO of Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities, about the devastating impact of drug overdoses in Black communities and the alarming public health trends driving the crisis.  Morgyn Wood discusses the recent legal action led by the American Federation of Teachers, signaling that efforts to challenge attacks on diversity, eq...

This week on The Black Perspective , Esther Dillard chats with Nathaniel Fields of the Urban Resource Institute about how his organization is making a meaningful impact on domestic violence prevention during this critical time of year. Morgyn Wood discusses Baltimore’s recent declining crime statistics and how community partnerships and prevention strategies are making a difference.  Andrea Colema...

This week on The Black Perspective , Esther Dillard sits down with lawyer, scholar, and author Bernadette Atuahene , whose research reveals how housing and tax policies have systematically fueled racial inequality without ever explicitly naming race. Morgyn Wood discusses how prevention strategies and strong community partnerships are contributing to declining crime statistics in Baltimore. Misty...

This week on The Black Perspective , Esther Dillard sits down with Isaac Hayes III to discuss how he’s using social media and technology to empower the Black community and build generational wealth in the digital age.  Vanessa Tyler explores  Colin Kaepernick' s latest work, including how artificial intelligence is being leveraged to support and expand opportunities for high school students. Alexa...

This week on The Black Perspective , we close out the year with a special replay of some of our most powerful and memorable interviews from 2025. Esther Dillard sits down with A’Lelia Bundles , the great-great-granddaughter of legendary entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, to reflect on legacy, history, and Black excellence.  Vanessa Tyler speaks with living legend Melba Moore about her groundbreaking...

This week on The Black Perspective , Esther Dillard talks with civil rights attorney Alphonso David about legal challenges facing the Black community going into 2026.  Morgyn Wood sits down with Senita M. Hill , founder of Peace on Patuxent, a respite retreat for women diagnosed with life-leveling cancers. Vanessa Tyler speaks with Booker T. Washington , founder of Techie Homes, about pathways to...

Civil rights attorney Alphonso David joins BIN News anchor Esther Dillard to discuss concerns around proposed changes to fair lending laws and how they could weaken protections against discrimination and limit future housing opportunities for Black Americans if enacted. Listen now! 

This week on The Black Perspective , Esther Dillard sits down with LaTosha Brown to discuss the We Ain’t Buyin’ It campaign — a movement focused not just on boycotts, but on economic empowerment that uplifts Black businesses and communities. Vanessa Tyler explores what former NFL player Colin Kaepernick is doing with AI to support schools in Prince George’s County, Maryland. BIN’s Morgyn Wood talk...

"Roots and Reach: Black Women Leading Local and Global Change” celebrates the transformative leadership of Black women who are spearheading movements, reshaping communities, and igniting global progress. Through Obama Foundation programs like Leaders Africa, Leaders USA, and the Girls Opportunity Alliance, these visionaries are forging pathways to equity and mobilizing change across continents. Fe...

This week on The Black Perspective , Katie Gray returns with part two of her conversation with former NBA star Terry Cummings , exploring his second act — leading people through faith and purpose. Morgyn Wood discusses health, equity, and the future of public policy for Black men and boys with Dr. Okey K. Enyia . A new social-media app designed for the Black community is launching in Atlanta — Ale...

BIN News anchor Esther Dillard speaks with author Bernadette Atuanene about her new book, Plundered: How Racist Policies Undermine Black Homeownership in America . Listen now! 

This week on The Black Perspective , we're bringing you some of our most powerful conversations from the year.   Andrea Coleman revisits her interview with Massachusetts Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley.   BIN’s Esther Dillard returns with the 2025 Gracie Award–winning special Daughters Beyond Incarceration , standing strong on issues of family, justice, and resilience.   We replay Misty Jordan’s can...

This week on The Black Perspective , we bring you a powerful lineup of conversations and insights. Katie Gray talks with former NBA All-Star Terry Cummings about his second act — leading people through his faith and purpose after basketball. BIN's Esther Dillard sits down with representatives from SPARK NJ, the nonprofit providing seed funding to grassroots organizations doing life-changing commun...

Former Detroit City Council member and newly elected Mayor Mary Sheffield talks exclusively with BIN News anchor Misty Jordan about her political career, her plans for the city of Detroit, and what it's like to be the first Black female Mayor of America's Motor City. Listen now!

Tony Award-winning actress, activist, and singer Melba Moore talks with BIN News anchor Esther Dillard about her decades-long career and her newly released memoir, Marvelous and Getting Better. Listen now! 

BIN News anchor Esther Dillard talks with actress, author, and entrepreneur Tia Mowry about the launch of her new online health series, "Changing the Odds Against Cancer with Tia Mowry." Listen now! 

This week on The Black Perspective , Andrea Coleman sits down with acclaimed ABC journalist Deborah Roberts to discuss her deeply personal new book, Sisters Loved and Treasured: Stories of Unbreakable Bonds , which explores the complexity, joy, and resilience of sisterhood.  BIN's Esther Dillard speaks with James D. White and Krista White , co-authors of  Culture Design: How to Build a High-Perfor...

On this week’s Hope Has An Address , we spoke with Dr. Adren O. Wilson , Vice President of Youth Opportunity Programs and Executive Director for My Brother’s Keeper Alliance at the Obama Foundation, about how MBK is creating real change for boys and young men of color. We explored his journey into this work, the impact of MBK Model Communities, and the strategies that make this initiative so effec...