Conversations With Ollie Mac

Ollie Mac discusses the inspiration behind the new book, "The Other Side of the Sun: The First Planetary War on Htrae," with new and upcoming sci-fi author Terrell Franklin. Follow Terrell Franklin on Instagram @f.t.tremar, Facebook @Terrell Franklin Author Page, and Twitter @Author Terrell Follow Ollie Mac on Instagram @convoswitholliemacofficial, Facebook @Conversations with Ollie Mac Contact us...

Change is a verb and a noun. In the verb tense, it is to make (someone or something) different; alter or modify. In this tense it also means to replace (something) with something else, especially something of the same kind that is newer or better; substitute one thing for another. In the noun tense, the act or instance of making or becoming different. In this revamped series, Ollie Mac has a conve...

Death is the cessation of life. We can blame this on the pandemic, but death has been occurring since the beginning of time. Ollie Mac discusses the death and how it stings, yet can be rewarding at the same time. Also, Ollie Mac dives into what's next for America, specifically the black community, post election. 

Ollie Mac and Wes Walker hook up once again to discuss issues that are facing the black community and to describe the different types of black folk that exist.  *Episode was prerecorded while Ollie Mac was living in Illinois.*

Ollie Mac continues the conversation that rarely occurs within the Black community in Colorism Part 2.  This episode include special guest Teshia Nesbitt and she discusses her experiences as Native American and Black and how those experiences have shaped her into the amazing woman she is today.

Ollie Mac discusses the hiring of Deion Sanders as head football coach of Jackson State University and the recent news regarding Breonna Taylor.

On this episode, Ollie Mac along with returning guest Ryan Murray discuss the nuances of being black and different.  Follow Ryan Murray on Instagram and YouTube @DistinctiveGentleman If you would like to be a contributor to Conversations with Ollie Mac to continue new, bold and relevant conversations, click the support tab on Anchor website or Cash App $OllieMac.

Ollie Mac embarks on a conversation that rarely occurs within the Black community. We're talking about the sensitive subject of Colorism.  In part 1, of a three part series, Ollie Mac along with special guests, sisters Ayanna Adamson and Vaughn Postema-Swain, discuss their experiences growing up biracial and how those experiences have shaped them into the amazing women they are and what we ne...

The RNC just concluded their convention that was hosted from multiple sites, a first since they've been having conventions. Ollie Mac talks about his thoughts on whether Don and Mike should stay and what that means for the Black community. Also, Ollie Mac reflects on the 57th Anniversary of the March on Washington, the recent death of actor Chadwick Boseman, and the anniversary of Emmett Till's de...

The 2020 Democratic National Convention just ended with the committee selecting Former Vice-President Joseph Robinette "Joe" Biden Jr. as their nominee for President and U.S. Senator Kamala Devi Harris as the nominee for Vice President. Ollie Mac along with returning guest Donte Best give their analysis on what the black community should focus on when the polls open in November.

Prior to COVID-19, the Black community faced levels of stress and anxiety that were insurmountable. Now that COVID-19 is here to stay, the Black community need to ask for help more than ever. Ollie Mac along with special guest Dr. Tonya Phillips discuss the importance of being healthy mentally and what the black community needs to do to break the stigma of seeking mental help. Follow Dr. Tonya Phi...

Season 2 of Conversations with Ollie Mac is here! Ollie Mac continues his trend of engaging in new and bold conversations! In the first episode of Season 2, Ollie Mac discusses a stereotype that dates back to the Jim Crow Era. It is known as "The Sapphire Caricature" but known to everyone else as "The Angry Black Woman" (ABW).  ABWs has been popularized in the cinema and on television and eve...

The killings of George Floyd, Armaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor has caused many Americans to reevaluate where they stand regarding race and the systemic systems in place that effect many blacks. In this final episode of Race, What Now 3, Ollie Mac along with special guest Ryan Murray discuss what can be done to fix this major issue that plagues America and what we as black folks want regarding cha...

The death of George Floyd sparked a national revolution of protests in cities large and small. People are demanding change in policing, professional sports and politics just to name a few. Ollie Mac continues the discussion with special guest and high school classmate Eric Lundy on what needs to happen now. Follow Ollie Mac on Facebook and Instagram @convoswitholliemac Follow Eric Lundy on SoundCl...

As protests start to decline in cities across the United States, Ollie Mac reflects on what should happen now and offers ideas on change he would like to see. Ollie Mac gives his take on the movie  "Da5Bloods" by Spike Lee as well.

Change is required for us as humans to become better. Often times, change is scary and we don't like it. However, we find ways to adapt and overcome. Ollie Mac along with special guest Donte' Best discuss change and how it has made his life better.  Follow Ollie Mac on social media. Facebook @conversationswitholliemac; Instagram @convoswitholliemac. For comments and suggestions, email Ollie M...

Ollie Mac along with returning guest Tommar Franklin discuss the recent events that has the attention of the nation and the entire world and offer solutions to combating these situations. *Episode recorded on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.* Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @convoswitholliemac Suggestions or Comments, please email to convoswitholliemac@aol.com

In light of the recent events, Ollie Mac shares a personal story from 2008 that he thought was locked away. Ollie Mac speaks from the heart with a little bit of rambling. However, Ollie Mac hopes this episode inspires people to do more.

Ollie Mac discusses the deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd and the frantic 911 call made by "Central Park Karen" Amy Cooper on Christian Cooper and the issues that black folks have longed talked about. 

The coronavirus has wreaked havoc globally and has caused many governments to do some interesting things. On this episode, Ollie Mac along with special guest Tommar Franklin discusses the impact the coronavirus has had on communities of color and how all levels of government responded. *Part 1 of this episode will be released at a later date due to technical difficulties.* Become a supporter...

Part 1 of a two part series that centers on manhood and masculinity. Is it under attack as our media says it is? Ollie Mac along with Michael Mays dives into deep conversations concerning this hot topic. (Recorded on April 25, 2020) Become a monthly supporter by visiting the link below. Your monthly donations will help sustain future episodes of new and bold conversations. go to https://anchor.fm/...

Is manhood being attacked? Ollie Mac continues the conversation with Lloyd Tanner as they look at manhood and masculinity from a biblical point of view..  Become a monthly supporter by visiting the link below. Your monthly donations will help sustain future episodes of new and bold conversations. go to https://anchor.fm/conversationswitholliemac/support and support!

Ollie Mac discusses the death of unarmed man Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia and why justice continues to evade black people.  Become a monthly supporter by visiting the link below. Your monthly donations will help sustain future episodes of new and bold conversations. go to https://anchor.fm/conversationswitholliemac/support and support!

Ollie Mac continues the conversation regarding Millennials and the Church with special guest Cameron Logan. 

Ollie Mac discusses the premiere of the much anticipated documentary "The Last Dance" and recent news of top prospects forgoing college and going directly to the G-League to start their professional careers. Is this the end of the NCAA as we know it?