Brooklyn Free Speech Radio

Wow a brand new podcast! On our first stop along my journey to interview every cool person in New York City, I chat with fashion designer, social media star, and friend Alejandro Fortunes aka dyebones. While his 1.5 million TikTok followers know him for his zany storytimes, Alejandro is also a full-time clothing designer through his brand Good Fortunes Project. In this episode, we discuss the orig...

Bassist, composer, and improviser Brandon Lopez in solo, duo, and ensemble works recorded at Roulette alongside the artist's commentary on technique, process, influences, and the unexpected. With appearances by collaborators Steve Baczkowski (sax), gabby fluke-mogul and Marina Kifferstein (violins), Nate Wooley (trumpet), Michael Foster (sax), Ben Bennett, (percussion), Gerald Cleaver (drums), and...

Introduction by founder of Power in the Pen founder Cathie Wright-Lewis. We will talk about the Creation of Power in the Pen workshop in its ninth year of existence and enjoy two powerful readings. This is a unique, cathartic, safe space for writers of poetry and prose to share their stories, hone their writing and oratory skills and receive guidance from published author, poet and certified, spir...

The composer Ches Smith in a collection of excerpts from performances at Roulette featuring Smith on drums, percussion, vibraphone, drum machine, and electronics. The artist provides background on his wide-ranging band projects including a Haitian ceremonial project with drummer Daniel Brevil plus ensembles with Bill Frisell, guitar; Craig Taborn, piano; Matt Maneri, viola; Mary Halvorson, guitar;...

 Host Kim Singleton discusses the annual conference and the programs of the International Association of Blacks in Dance with co-executive directors Omar Ingram and Dr. Natasha Moreland Spears. 

Host Kim Singleton discusses the Amazon Prime movie "The UnderDoggs" starring Snoop Dogg.

Vocalist, composer, and electronic musician Charmaine Lee with commentary on and excerpts from four performances at the Roulette concert hall in Brooklyn from 2017-2021 with bits of the works Ceremony and Papillae, an appearance at the Resonant Bodies Festival, plus solos and collaborations with violist Joanna Mattrey, cellist Lester St. Louis, trumpeter Nate Wooley, and electronics with Conrad Ta...

 So just who is Ebone' Bishop? Learn more about her new show UNLEASHING HUMANITY as she explores conversations with people you know, and those you need to know. An attorney and cultural strategist, Ebone' has something to say, about almost everything and everyone! 

 Consider It Blacklit host Kim Singleton gives some of her recommendations on 2023 films to stream and watch: A THOUSAND AND ONE Starring Teyana Taylor  CHEVALIER Starring Kelvin Harrison Jr  SURROUNDED Starring Letitia Wright  H/JACK Starring Idris Elba 

Composer, pianist, educator Angelica Sanchez in commentary alongside excerpts from performances with bassist Michael Formanek, drummers Billy Hart and Hamid Drake, composer/percussionist Susie Ibarra with violinist Jennifer Choi, and a solo at the tribute to jaimie branch. Sanchez returns to Roulette in a new trio with guitarist Brandon Ross and drummer Chad Taylor on 16 January 2024.  https://rou...

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Composer and multi-instrumentalist John King (viola, guitar, electronics) in excerpts and commentary from six appearances at Roulette where his solo, small and large ensemble, and "politically tinged" works have appeared since the mid-1980s. This program features performances by collaborators including vocalist Gelsey Bell, bassist William Parker, violist Joanna Mattrey, Crucible String Quartet, T...

"Hot Topics!" is a video and audio podcast where we talk real talk about things that are happening in education, employment, mental health, social services, or anything else steamy. Link: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast Homeschooling (Part 4): Host Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Diana Kluwin about her homeschooling journey and its impact on her family and budget.

Consider It Blacklit host Kim Singleton sits down with Monica Ellis, founding member of the wind quintet Imani Winds. Ellis discusses the performances and accomplishments of the group, as well as the representation of people of color in classical music.

"Hot Topics!" is a video and audio podcast where we talk real talk about things that are happening in education, employment, mental health, social services, or anything else steamy. Link: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast Homeschooling a Child with Special Needs: Host Gabrielle Crichlow talks to Dr. Rochelle Matthews-Somerville about the rules, regulations, and the know-h...

Host Kim Singleton sits down with Founder/CEO of Anew Network, Lynne McDaniel. They discuss the exciting programming of the streaming network and the challenges of running her media company. https://www.instagram.com/consider_it_blacklit/

"Hot Topics!" is a video and audio podcast where we talk real talk about things that are happening in education, employment, mental health, social services, or anything else steamy. Link: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast How is Homeschooling Legal? (Part 2): Host Gabrielle Crichlow talks to returning guest Darren Jones about the legalities of homeschooling (again!) and t...

"Hot Topics!" is a video and audio podcast where we talk real talk about things that are happening in education, employment, mental health, social services, or anything else steamy. Link: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast Homeschooling (Part 3): Host Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Dominique Gates about her homeschooling journey and the lessons she learned along the way...

"Hot Topics!" is a video and audio podcast where we talk real talk about things that are happening in education, employment, mental health, social services, or anything else steamy. Link: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast Homeschooling (Part 2): Host Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Camelia Janelle about her homeschooling journey and the ways that it made her a stronger...

The cross-genre and multidisciplinary Czech composer/performer (accordion, hichiriki, synthesizer, harmonica, voice, dance) walks us through three performances commissioned through Roulette: Opera, a multimedia piece; a solo performance, Spectacle; and the installation/performance, Pieces from Darkness. Vítková returns to Roulette 16 Nov 2023 to revisit their Opera concept. https://roulette.org/

"Hot Topics!" is a video and audio podcast where we talk real talk about things that are happening in education, employment, mental health, social services, or anything else steamy. Link: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast Reading Strategies: Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Sandra Williams about the best reading strategies for teachers, parents, and tutors to use with el...

Host Kim Singleton sits down with Janol "Mecca" Holmes. He is the President & COO of Supernatural, Inc, a 21st century, multi-media company that creates films, music, fashion and technology. www.tinyurl.com/CIBPodcast

"Hot Topics!" is a video and audio podcast where we talk real talk about things that are happening in education, employment, mental health, social services, or anything else steamy. Link: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast A Career in Writing: Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Claudine Land about the role models who influenced her love for writing, the ways in which she de...

"Hot Topics!" is a video and audio podcast where we talk real talk about things that are happening in education, employment, mental health, social services, or anything else steamy. Link: https://www.astepaheadtutoringservices.com/hottopicspodcast Should I Become An Actor: Host Gabrielle Crichlow talks to guest Debra Pralle about the pros and cons of the acting industry, the steps to enter the ind...