CUNY TV's Let It Rip

Let It Rip examines the first 100 days of the Biden's administration and his handling of the economy, Covid, and vaccine distributions. We also take a hard look into the Derek Chauvin's murder verdict, and what this conviction does or does not signal regarding police brutality moving forward.

Let It Rip examines the recent $5 billion in aid relief by the Biden Administration to combat decades of discriminatory practices towards Black Farmers, along with the new Child Tax Credit which the White House hopes will slash child poverty by 50%.

Let It Rip examines the role student debt contributes to the racial wealth gap and the striking racial disparities in the covid-19 vaccine distribution.

Let It Rip explores the historic inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, along with an in-depth look into the US Capitol riot on January 6. Guest include Baruch’s associate Dean, Patria de Lancer Julnes; York College Professor, Michael Sharpe; Mayoral Candidate, Thelma Watkins; Former NYPD Detective, Marq Claxton; and CUNY Professor, Celinet Duran.

Let It Rip explores the dire housing crisis millions of renters, homeowners, and landlords face due to the coronavirus pandemic; and the legal fight by activist and attorneys to stop evictions and foreclosures. Let It Rip also sits down with two registered nurses to discuss the recent COVID-19 vaccines and it’s importance in stopping this deadly virus.

Let It Rip examines Joe Biden’s victory over Donald Trump, the importance of the Black Vote, and Trump’s defiant efforts to contest the election results in court.

Let It Rip examines the presidential election results with former Bronx Borough President, Adolfo Carrión Jr.; former NY Assemblyman, Adam Clayton Powell iIV; CUNY political science professor, Charles Tien; and Senior Legislative Policy Analyst for the NYC Council, Kalima Johnson.

Let It Rip, joined by former NY Governor, David Paterson; Attorney, Norman Siegel; and CUNY professor, Deepak Bhargava; examines the Presidential election. As well as an update on the Breonna Taylor case with Attorneys, Ron Kuby, Malaika Jabali, and Kiiru Gichuru.

Let It Rip examines how the world of sports is dealing with the current social unrest as athletes intensify their protest against police brutality. Guest includes Super Bowl Champion, Chris Canty; Sport commentator, Bill Daughtry; and retired Sgt. Cheryl Dorsey. Let It Rip also takes a look into Kamala Harris’s historic Vice President nomination, with Brooklyn president of the NAACP, L. Joy Willia...

In this special encore addition of Let It Rip, Mike Gilliam takes a look back on all of the extremely potent issues and topics Let It Rip has tackled. From police reform, reproductive rights, Covid-19, cyber misuse, Donald Trump's racist tweets, to Hate & Guns in America; Let It Rip highlights the unique analysis it has brought to issues by going beyond the headlines.

Let It Rip highlights young activist on the frontline advocating for police reform and an increase in healthcare access to combat the devastation of COVID-19 in the African-American community. Guest includes: Sakia Fletcher, President of the Student Association for Medgar Evers College (CUNY); Tim Smith, organizer for F.Y.C, ATL; Andrene Nicole,Editor In Chief of the Caribbean Elite Magazine and O...

Mike Gilliam examines the role police enforcement has been used to conduct New York State social distancing guidelines, along with the economic impact small businesses have endured during the coronavirus pandemic. Joined by NYS Assemblymember, Charles Barron; Retired NYPD Lieutenant, Darrin Porcher, Legal Aid Society Fellow, Molly Griffard; Owner of 3 Suns Barbershop, Rahkeem Taylor; and Owner of...

As the world continues to grapple with the devastation of the coronavirus, Let It Rip, sits down with prison reform advocate, Talib Shakur; Community Organizer for Release Aging People in Prison/RAPP, Mark Shervington; and the wife of a Rikers Island inmate, Crystal Lowe to discuss the impact the virus has had on the prison system.

From the home studio, Mike Gilliam sits down with NY State Senator, John Liu, State Committeewoman, Olanike Alabi, SUNY Downstate Doctor, Ramon Gist, and COVID-19 home quarantine patient, Joyce Brayboy; to share their perspective on the Coronavirus pandemic.

Mike Gilliam, joined by CUNY doctoral student, Tanzeem Ajmiri, Newsday Editorial board member, Mark Chiusano, and Brooklyn Community Organizer, Keron Alleyne sit down to discuss the short entrance of former NYC Mayor, Mike Bloomberg, into the democratic elections and the impact big money will have on the 2020 elections.

For Black History month, Mike Gilliam, examines the current state of Black media. Joined by the publisher of the Black Star News, CUNY John Jay Professor, Milton Allimadi; the CEO of MEFeater, Gabrielle Amani, and the Vice-President of A&R of NWYE, Tony Thompson, they share their perspectives on the Byron Allen v. Comcast lawsuit, and it's possible impact on the already shrinking Black voices in m...

With a few more days left in 2019, Mike Gilliam, breaks-down the current state of the U.S. economy. Discussing everything from the rising of the minimum wage, to Trump’s Trade War with China, and how it will affect the cost of goods. Mike Gilliam is joined by CUNY’s Distinguished Lecturer at the Craig Newmark Graduate School Of Journalism, Greg David, and the Project Director of the South Bronx Mi...

Mike Gilliam sits down with retired NYPD Lieutenant, Darrin Porcher, and Victor Dempsey, the brother of Delrawn Small, a 37 year-old man who was shot three times after approaching the car of an off-duty officer in an alleged road rage incident. In this passion filled conversation, they share their perspectives on the current climate of police and community engagement, along with tangible steps in...

Mike Gilliam, joined by former executive director of the New York Civil Liberties Union, Norman Siegel; CUNY Constitutional law professor, Ruthann Robson; and Community organizer, Omowale Clay, break down the specificities of the U.S. impeachment process, as well as examine the congressional impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump and what may be it's political ramifications.

Mike Gilliam sits down with Human-Rights Attorney, Roger Wareham, and Adjunct CUNY Professor and co-author of "Addressing The Myths Of Terrorism In America", Celinet Duran, for a provocative discussion around Hate Crimes, White Nationalism, and Guns in America.

Mike Gilliam sits down with the Bronx Borough President, Rubén Díaz Jr., and the former Co-chair of The Women's March, Linda Sarsour, to discuss the recent divisive and racist remarks made by President Trump. During the show they examine Trump's attack on four congresswomen of color, along with a broader analysis on how race, immigration and voter turnout will impact the 2020 presidential election...

Mike Gilliam examines the recent abortion restrictions and growing national debate around reproductive rights and the impact it will have on the 2020 presidential race. Mike Gilliam is joined by Christina Chang from Planned Parenthood NYC ( plannedparenthood.org ) and Brittany Brathwaite from Girls For Gender Equity ( ggenyc.org ).

Examining the impact big tech companies like Facebook, Google, and social media platforms have on mental health, algorithmic biases, and competitive enterprises.

A multi-layered discussion on the way race, wealth, and influence exerts itself in education, against the backdrop of the recent celebrity college admissions scandal.

A critical analysis of the growing cannabis industry, as local initiatives and big corporations seek to facilitate medicinal or recreational use, even after decades of failed policies and hyper incarceration around this plant.