Get The Goods presented by The Southern Movement Committee

Episode 51 is here and after a return to start, bench, cut we may have overdid it a bit (Mike specifically), so we start off with some retractions and acknowledgement to the complexity of the human experience. Then we get into it  - from genocidal tweets from the president and Lebron vs Memphis, to books we're currently reading and quick review of the film BLKNWS. This episode also made us th...

We have a special episode from our Mountaintop Co-Governance Democracy Building Summit. Guest Speakers include:  Denzel Caldwell - Black Nashville Assembly Co-Founder Dr. Michalyn Easter-Thomas - Councilwoman for Memphis City Council District 7 Natt Offiah - Lead Organizer at People’s Advocacy Institute Stephanie Guilloud - Project South Senior Strategist in Movement Organizing  Britney Whaley - S...

We have a special episode from our Mountaintop Co-Governance Democracy Building Summit.  Guest Speakers include:  Erica Perry - SMC Executive Director Mike Floss - SMC Arts & Culture Director Lonnell Matthews, Jr.- Davidson County Juvenile Court Clerk Delishia Porterfield - Metro Nashville Council At-Large Dr. Phylis Hildreth - Office of Youth Safety Director  Paige Hodge - Facilitator, SMC Yo...

It's episode 50 yal! It took us some time but we made it! In this episode, we bring back Start, Bench, Cut where we get conversation about Jesse Jackson's complexities, Jamal Bryant and the Target boycott and Al Sharpton. We talk about the book Motown and the Making of Working-Class Revolutionaries, our Mountaintop: Co-Governance and Democracy Building Summit and the Buchanan street over...

We back for 2026! In Episode 48 we talk about living through a moment that feels heavy on every front. Globally and locally, the world is in a dark place and that makes organizing, community, and imagination more important than ever. We dig into the world we’re trying to be free from and the world we’re trying to build, a full report back from the MLK Day Youth Workshop, treating tithes and offeri...

This episode of Get the Goods we wrap up a BUSY year and reflect on the work of the Southern Movement Committee, talk honestly about timelines around engagement and relationships, some talk about football and whether or not we support it, and break down organizing strategies looking ahead to 2026. From movement work to culture and real-life questions, thanks for riding with us this year. We'r...

Episode 46 spans a wide range of conversations touching politics, culture, and everyday life. Mike and Erica talk through thoughts on the upcoming 2026 elections and what it means to stay aware and engaged moving forward. A brief discussion of Mali’s decision to remove the teaching of French history for 9th graders and what that signals about decolonization and control over historical narratives....

In this episode, Erica and Mike switch it up and interview each other — digging into how we define love, how we each found our way into organizing work, and the art of shooting your shot. We also break down what we can learn from Zohran Mamdani’s campaign and why building real relationships is at the heart of our community organizing strategy. As organizers, we know nothing moves without trust. So...

In this Halloween edition of Get the Goods , we dig into what it really means to organize in times like these. With SNAP benefits facing cuts this November, we know the real-life impact on families and why building community support structures is more crucial than ever. We also know we aren't alone in this fight, and we talk about people doing the work worldwide for inspiration and that remin...

We back with another episode! This time we honor the birthday of Fannie Lou Hamer and reflect on the revolutionary life of Assata Shakur — two Black women who taught us how to fight! We dig into the new film One Battle After Another. *spoiler alert* We also dig into legacy and the images that called us toward the movement. Tune in! Visit oursmc.org for more info!

In Episode 42 of Get The Goods, we give Wale his flowers, while also breaking down some heavy topics shaping the world around us. We talk about the Supreme Court’s support of racial profiling and why it matters, discuss Charlie Kirk, and we dig into bridging the gap between social media and real-world connection. We also highlight the historic and ongoing organizing work of the AME Church and our...

This week we going from reflection to laughter, all in one ride. We unpack how our Black August went, dive into rebellions and pivotal moments in Black history, sprinkle in some little-known historical gems, and because life gets messy fast, we talk about the disaster of getting a credit card with your ex lol. We a little late on the upload this week yal, we getting better everyday. Pray for us an...

In this episode, we talk about Wicked (yes… unfortunately again), dig into Sinners and the inspiration of singing as a part of movement work, and reflect on the powerful transformation happening in our men’s circle. Then we stretch out into a longer, thoughtful conversation: do people even want to have kids anymore in these times? We’ve got comedy, culture, news, and a few big questions on our ret...

Get the Goods – Episode 39: "Matchmakers & Movements" In this episode, we get into Erica’s surprising new ambition to become a matchmaker and dive deep into the history and meaning of Juneteenth. We celebrate another major win for the Southern Movement Committee—one that marks a victory not just for us, but for movement work across the country. Plus, we reflect on Virgil Abloh’s lega...

In this episode, we go deep—from the heartbreak to the breakthroughs. We talk about why fighting for our people, like Adriana Smith, is non-negotiable. We unpack male fragility and what it means to raise the bar for each other and ourselves. Erica finally saw Sinners , and we get into it. Weddings, politics, and David Banner's self-declared role as the Governor of Black America—we cover it al...

In this episode, we cover a lot of ground—from the recent prison escape in Baton Rouge to the legacy and lessons of Malcolm X. We dig into the fight for reproductive justice and bodily autonomy, unpack the realities of immigration, and somehow end up debating 100 gorillas vs. Erica. It’s all connected through the lens of movement building, resistance, and imagination. Tap in. oursmc.org Visit ours...

We got a bonus episode yal! Check out our interview from NC5+ Urban Outlook. In this compelling episode of Urban Outlook , host April Eaton engages with Erica Perry, Executive Director, and Jamel Campbell-Gooch, Organizing Director of the Southern Movement Committee (SMC), to discuss their proactive efforts in addressing youth violence and advocating for systemic change in Nashville. Prompted by t...

In this episode of Get the Goods , we get into the power of Southern hip hop as a voice for the working class and dive into the film Sinners , a story rooted in resilience. We also lift up a major victory: the hiring of the first Director of Nashville’s Office of Youth Safety — a huge step toward a safer, stronger future for our young people. Plus, we reflect on past organizing wins, personal tran...

Get the Goods Podcast– Presented by the Southern Movement Committee This week on Get the Goods , we’re running the full court press on history, politics, and culture. We kick things off with Senator Cory Booker’s dramatic filibuster moment, what the people saying and what we think about it. Then we dive deep into Black history: Billie Holiday’s Strange Fruit, the real Malcolm X, and a lesser-known...

In this episode, we dive into the delicate balance between personal boundaries and collective care in our communities. We talk about the weight of loneliness—how it creeps into our lives, —and what it means to truly feel connected. We give some updates on the Varsity Spending Plan, try to figure out if wrestling is real and do some reminiscing about the moments that used to bring us all together....

We 32 episodes in, y’all! This week, we dive into Erica’s deep (and slightly concerning) obsession with Wicked, the art of finding more patience in life, and the Black church’s unshakable love for mimes. Plus, plenty more laughs, insights, and good vibes along the way. Tap in, tell ya homies, and keep rocking with Get The Good’s Podcast! Visit oursmc.org for more info!

We back to get 2025 off to a start!  this year has already been a lot, but we got make it! We cover some recent political topics, dating struggles, and some updates about the organization. Our hearts are broken by the tragic school shooting in Antioch. We've gotta work together to end gun violence and as always we invite you to  join us in that very important work.  We've got The State o...

30 Episodes in!!!! The Get The Goods podcast is here to stay. Today we get into some TSU news (Big Blue all day!!! Not UT) and we talk about our journeys with therapy, what it means to take care of yourself doing this organizing work, and if we feel like adults or not. tap in wit us! oursmc.org Visit oursmc.org for more info!

We open with a speech from Kwame Ture about capitalism. And we changing the name again yal. This is now the Get The Goods podcast. Feels a little more on brand. We'll see if this one sticks. We talk about getting some wins...any kind of win. Then we dive into some political news, how we want to be remembered when we're gone, and some new conspiracy theories. (Mike is talking about aliens...

In this episode we share our election thoughts. Erica didn't like the way Floss ended the episode but we made it through. Join us for a little debrief, what's giving us hope, and what we can do next.  Visit oursmc.org for more info!