Brooklyn Free Speech Radio

Host Kim Singleton discusses the 1991 classic film 'Boyz N The Hood' with entertainment/film executive Erika Conner. The movie centers around three boys growing up in South Central Los Angeles. The film stars Cuba Gooding, Jr., Morris Chestnut and Ice Cube. tinyurl.com/CIBPodcast

We discuss Black artists. We compare their work with their success. The topic stirs up so many questions: What is success in a subjective industry? What is the standard? Who gets a seat at the table? Who makes the table?

Swiss-born pianist/composer in commentary and excerpts from four performances at Roulette: A trio with percussionist Kenny Wolleson and bassist Drew Gress (2016, 2020), Amalthea (aka Poppy Seeds) (2024) with Patricia Brennan, vibes; Thomas Morgan, bass, Dan Weiss, drums, and Chimaera (2022) with Christian Fennesz, electronics; Nate Wooley, trumpet; plus Wolleson (vibes) and Gress. Photo: Sylvie+by...

Episode 7: Join Assemblywoman Latrice M. Walker and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman, the pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Brooklyn, as they explore how religion and politics shape our everyday lives. Tune in every Thursday for thought-provoking discussions on the separation of Church and State, among other important topics! In today's episode, Assemblywoman Latrice Walker and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman...

The episodes discuss social and political issues and play and discuss great jazz musicians and their music. 

There are many great tv shows out there but they are not all created equal! Some are just better than others. If the show was a hit, there is one thing that will always set them apart from the rest... A theme song!! Today we explore the television theme songs we can't live without! This is a "never skip the intro" kind of moment! OKAY!

The episodes discuss social and political issues and play and discuss great jazz musicians and their music

Episode 6: Join Assemblywoman Latrice M. Walker and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman, the pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Brooklyn, as they explore how religion and politics shape our everyday lives. Tune in every Thursday for thought-provoking discussions on the separation of Church and State, among other important topics! In today's episode, Assemblywoman Latrice Walker and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman...

Remember when your family used to do the spring cleaning. If you grew up like us you also remember the music that filled your home during that time. We are talking about the music we have heard and will listen to during spring cleaning traditions. *HEY! don't forget to text us what you're picks.

Episode 4: Join Assemblywoman Latrice M. Walker and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman, the pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Brooklyn, as they explore how religion and politics shape our everyday lives. Tune in every Thursday for thought-provoking discussions on the separation of Church and State, among other important topics! In today's episode, Assemblywoman Latrice Walker and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman...

Episode 5: Join Assemblywoman Latrice M. Walker and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman, the pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Brooklyn, as they explore how religion and politics shape our everyday lives. Tune in every Thursday for hought-provoking discussions on the separation of Church and State, among other important topics! In today's episode, Assemblywoman Latrice Walker and Rev. Dr. Robert Waterman s...

The episodes discuss social and political issues and play and discuss great jazz musicians and their music

Did you think that thing they did in that one movie was weird? Well...so did we! We are coming for some of the most popular films and discuss why we think they are so problematic.

The episodes discuss social and political issues and play and discuss great jazz musicians and their music

This episode takes a look at the media circus surrounding Sean Puffy Combs and NYC Mayor Eric Adams. Both fellow members of the 50's club, we have watched the rise and fall of two of New York City's most talked about citizens. As a New Yorker, KC Sonshine has a LOT to say about these two so get ready for a good laugh!

Just like your favorite side at the church potluck, not all cooking shows are created equally. We discuss the background of tv programming centered around food and cooking. Then we give you our picks for good viewing and good eatin'! Bon Appetite

The episodes discuss social and political issues and play and discuss great jazz musicians and their music

"Allow Me to Reintroduce Myself" – Meet KC Sonshine, the host of the hottest podcast for those 50+ that are living la vida Golden, or WANT to. Bringing real talk, authenticity, and a mix of Southern charm and Brooklyn hustle to the mic KC was born in the South but bred in the heart of Brooklyn. Her unique blend of comedy, wisdom, grit, and perspective give a no-holds barred look at the joys, aches...

The music of Bobby Previte and ensembles recorded between 1987 and 2018 at the Roulette performance spaces in New York. Admired as a drummer, composer, and bandleader, Previte is also one the great raconteurs of the downtown experimental music scene. We'll hear the 1987 band with Marty Ehrlich (reeds),Tom Varner (horn), Wayne Horvitz (keys), Dave Hofstra (bass); a trio from 1994 with Horvitz (pian...

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...