Black Talk Radio Network

The Guys are back for our post election update the Lovely Raegan sitting in for Sweet T. Hot Jazz, R&B, Southern Soul and Big P's Jokes for the Week! Shout Outs www.rvasoul.com talkingsmackpodcast@gmail.com VM Hot Line 804 321 1010

Baba Wes “W.C.” Johnson, has worked the streets of New Orleans since the early 1980s, Organizing several organizations to fight police murder and brutality throughout the Black Communities of New Orleans. Baba Wes became a fixture in the landscape of Social Justice. Baba Wes founded and continues to chair the Community United for Change (CUC). In the early 1990s, Baba Wes developed OurStory Radio...

BTR News with Scotty Reid explores Dr. Norman Finkelstein's statement that "Democrats legitimized genocide" and examines how previous administrations have contributed to the expansion of executive power under Trump. The episode also critiques the U.S. Congress and Supreme Court for their complicity in eroding checks and balances, challenging the foundational theory of American governance. Your hel...

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard,  Sunday 11/17/2024 at 7:00 PM (EST) our guest was Author, XM Radio and Connecting the Dots Podcast Host, and Political Scientist, Dr. Wilmer Leon. The post-2024 election conversation with our guest Dr. Wilmer Leon, centered around alternatives to the direction of Black political leadership in the current Two-party system. As always, convers...

Baba Wes “W.C.” Johnson, has worked the streets of New Orleans since the early 1980s, Organizing several organizations to fight police murder and brutality throughout the Black Communities of New Orleans. Baba Wes became a fixture in the landscape of Social Justice. Baba Wes founded and continues to chair the Community United for Change (CUC). In the early 1990s, Baba Wes developed OurStory Radio...

Conversations that affect the Black Community from around the country, hosted by Benton Harbor Michigan activist Rev. Edward Pinkney

In this episode of BTR News w/ Scotty Reid, titled "We Should Have Never Fought For Freedom & Respect? What is she talking about?" host Scotty Reid addresses recent comments by a Black woman questioning whether Black Americans should have fought for integration. Scotty examines the historical realities of the Jim Crow period, emphasizing why the struggle for freedom, equality, and basic respect wa...

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 11/10/2024 at 7:00 PM (EST) “OPEN FORUM SUNDAY EDITION” The 2024 Elections. We also received an update on the Afro-descendant Nation plebiscite vote-a-thon by Bro. Jabbar.  In 2024, from the need to develop a new mindset in our communities, to our political and economic empowerment, the solution to these problems must come from us. L...

Conversations that affect the Black Community from around the country, hosted by Benton Harbor Michigan activist Rev. Edward Pinkney

In this episode of Black Talk Radio News w/ Scotty Reid, we’re taking a deep dive into Vice President Kamala Harris’ record on criminal justice reform and prison labor. As California’s Attorney General, Harris’ office defended the overcrowded prison conditions and argued against the early release of nonviolent offenders, citing concerns about losing cheap inmate labor for state programs like firef...

Today, we're diving into the psychology behind how certain individuals can justify or even support acts of ethnic cleansing, comparable in scale to some of the darkest moments since WWII. Join us for a deep analysis of the mindsets, biases, and societal influences that allow people to ignore or endorse such atrocities. Support Black Talk Media! Your help keeps us producing independent Black media....

Conversations that affect the Black Community from around the country, hosted by Benton Harbor Michigan activist Rev. Edward Pinkney

In this episode of Black Talk Radio News, we tackle the urgent question of reparations for African American descendants of American slavery, Jim Crow, and the ongoing systemic harm impacting Black communities. We explore how corporate giants who profited from slavery and Jim Crow-era convict leasing should contribute to a trillion-dollar fund for cash reparations. The discussion extends beyond fin...

The guys are back for our Pre-election blowout with Sweet T and the Lovely Raegan sitting in for Still Bill. We have our mix of Jazz ,Blues, Southern Soul and lively discussion of the election and campaign shenanigans! Shout Outs! (804) 321-1010 VM Hotline www.rvasoul.com  (comments) talkingsmackpodcast@gmail.com

In this thought-provoking episode of Black Talk Radio News, we delve into a lesser-known chapter of history, exploring the moment Black Americans stepped into the role of colonizers. From the complex realities of U.S. empire-building to the often-overlooked dynamics of Black participation in American expansionism, we analyze how political, social, and economic forces shaped these choices. Join us...

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 10/27/2024 at 7:00 PM (EST) OPEN FORUM SUNDAY EDITION. With the election looming, "The Black Family and The Failure of The Two-Party System" was part of the discussion in open forum. Always topics that effect Black people locally, nationally, internationally. Information, insights and dialogue from a Black Perspective.

Conversations that affect the Black Community from around the country, hosted by Benton Harbor Michigan activist Rev. Edward Pinkney

This episode dives into the high turnout of Republican voters at early voting polls—a significant shift from 2020's skepticism incited by Donald Trump. We'll analyze how this could shape upcoming elections and its implications for both parties. We’ll also examine Kamala Harris's stance on a weapons embargo against Israel, with over half of Americans supporting a halt on arms shipments amid Gaza at...

While the campaign has focused its attacks on Black male voters supporting Trump, they remain silent on the growing support for Trump among Arab and Jewish voters.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 10/20/2024 at 7:00 PM (EST) guests were Activists, Organizers, of the Black Radical Political Convention 2024. Founder of the New Afrikan Independence Party, Khalid Raheem, Dr. Joyce Maxwell, Jersey City Organizer, Co-founder of Ujima Peoples Progress Party, Nnamdi Lumumba, highlight the platform and purpose and alternative of the Na...

Conversations that affect the Black Community from around the country, hosted by Benton Harbor Michigan activist Rev. Edward Pinkney

In this episode of Black Talk Radio News w/ Scotty Reid, we dive into the early voter turnout for the 2024 election and ask voters: Who did you vote for and why? Featuring a candid discussion about the political futures of Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Jill Stein, and Cornel West, we explore how their foreign policies could shape America's involvement in global conflicts—from Ukraine and Israel to...

Black Talk Radio News with Scotty Reid takes a critical look at the Opportunity Agenda for Black men, breaking down its promises and revealing why it may not be as specific to Black men as it seems. In this episode, Scotty Reid examines the rehashing of Obama's mentorship program and questions the inclusion of marijuana legalization in a Black male-focused agenda, a move some find offensive. Join...

This segment is a stark reminder of the ongoing genocide and the global indifference towards it. It draws parallels with historical atrocities, urging viewers to confront uncomfortable truths. As Kamala Harris slips in the polls, could her new besties the Cheney's have anything to do with it?  #GenocideAwareness #GlobalIssues #HistoricalParallels

In this episode of Black Talk Radio News with Scotty T Reid, we unpack the critical issues shaping Black political consciousness today. Why aren't Democrats addressing the key issues that matter? How has the party pushed Black voters into supporting policies tied to genocide? From the struggles of being a Black journalist to the impact of U.S. foreign policy on immigration, we explore the intercon...