In The Black Podcast

In this week’s episode we discuss the recent announcement of possible indictment against former US President, Donald J. Trump. Manhattan, New York District Attorney Alvin Bragg did confirm that he has plans on indicting the former president for falsifying business documents. If this were to happen, it would be the first time that a former president of the US could be arrested and charged for a cri...

On this week’s episode, we continue our conversation about Ja Morant. After spending a week in a rehab center, and with plans on returning to NBA play this week, many are asking if mental health was the real reason he left. And why it seems as though he was rushed back to play? Also on the show, the San Francisco branch of the NAACP decided to reject the proposed offer of reparations the city had...

In this week’s episode we discuss the recent release of “Creed III”.  How did Michael B. Jordan’s extension of the “Rocky’verse” become an ode to Black men and their relationships?  Also, Memphis Grizzlies’ superstar, Ja Morant, has been suspended for at least 2 games after video surfaced of him brandishing a firearm in a strip club on IG Live.  How did he get here, and what is he d...

In this weeks episode we discuss whether or not the bible has it right when it comes to marriage.  Is the bible just a tool to promote submission, or is it an instruction manual to promote love?  And Colorado University football coach, Deion Sanders, made headlines this week when he described what he was looking for in his college athletes.  Was there validity to his comments? &nbsp...

In this week's episode the fellas have a conversation about whether being invited to “Girl’s Night” is all it’s cracked up to be.  And is it possible to remove sex from love, and still have a healthy monogamous relationship?  Also, we ask the questions; "what does generational wealth look like, and are we doing enough to lay the foundation for it?".  And European experts say that U....

In this week's episode we tackle the growing phenomenon of "Passport Bros".  Why are a growing number of Black men deciding to travel abroad to meet women and "find love"?  Also, after recorded video surfaced from the UK showing a mother leading her 4 daughters to attack a Black schoolmate, we as are we properly teaching our children how to do deal with confrontation and other forms of c...

In this week's episode, the fellas have an open conversation about monogamy and open relationships.  How do they work?  What are the benefits?  And is this the next best option for those that have given up on marriage?  Also, with the recent release of the Tyre Nichols traffic stop video, we discuss why the punishment has been so swift.  As well as the insidious nature of...

In this week’s episode the fellas tackle the recent decision from the Florida Department of Education, and  Governor Ron DeSantis to reject the framework for an AP African American studies course for High Schools.  The Administration in their rejection stated that the course “As presented, the content of this course is inexplicably contrary to Florida law and significantly lacks educatio...

ITBP THROWBACK - In this weeks episode Dr. Christina M. Greer (MSNBC / Fordham University) joins us to discuss her latest book, Black Ethnics: Race, Immigration, and the Pursuit of the American Dream , and whether or not the ADOS movement is dividing Black America.  We also discuss why the "Defund The Police" movement seems to be such toxic issue for SOME dems.  All that and much more. I...

ITBP THROWBACK - In this week’s episode, our “Black Light” segment returns for another powerful conversation. We are joined by motivational speaker and author of “ The Sun Is Always Shining: A Story of Adversity Turned To Triumph ,” DeAntwann Johnson . He discusses his childhood experiences as a product of the foster care system, and how those experiences helped him fulfill his life’s purpose by b...

In this, the last ITBP episode of the 2022, we go full throttle.  We discuss how President Biden, Amtrak Joe, is stepping in to keep American railway workers from striking.  Why would a known friend of the Unions like Biden jump in to stop workers from fighting for their desired benefits?  Also, LeBron James calls out the media for their unbalanced coverage of a recent photo of a 15...

in this week’s episode we’re joined by marketing and communications strategist, Vernon Blanson (@iopine11) and Al Billups (@algernonsoctober), contributing writer at Plastiq Magazine (@plastiqmag)  We discuss how Deion Sander (@DeionSanders) has brought swagger and and sense of pride back to the SWAC, and HBCU football.   But with rumors of his departure ramping up we ask; is now to...

In this weeks episode the fellas talk about balancing raising children “world ready” children all while not making them jaded.  How do we properly give them the tools to street wise members of society?  Also, 8 Milwaukee police officers are under investigation for sexually assaulting 74 Black men while in custody.  How did this happen and no one is speaking about it?  And an Ar...

In This weeks episode, the fellas talk about the allegations that Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams funneled millions in campaign dollars to her campaign chair’s law firm.  We ask; how this is possible, and why isn’t this getting much coverage?  And then we tackle the recent report that the Black community is suffering from a Black sperm donor crisis.   Why is this...

In this weeks the ITBP is joined by former police office and former sheriff, Abiyah Israel.  He explains why he hung up the badge and left law enforcement, and has since created We The People University, a program dedicated to police accountability, and ensuring that citizens know their rights during any police encounters.  What were his biggest challenges making this switch?  What...

In this week’s episode we discuss the rent decision from JP Morgan Chase to cut ties with Kanye West and his Yeezy clothing brand.  This loss comes on the heels of controversial statements made by West that got him banned from several social media platforms.  Is this a mental health issue, or is this an attention grab?  We also tackle the Alabama state wide prison worker strike. &nb...

In this week’s episode Big O is joined by Carmen Gray (@cdgray89) of The Reigning Opinions Podcast, as well as producer and artist DJ Techjitsu (@techjitsu).  They discuss how the recent injury to Tua Tagovailoa (Quarterback Miami Dolphins) shows that the NFL still has a lot to get right about concussions and concussion protocol.  Who should have the final say when it comes to player hea...

In this week's episode we once again return to the "Black Light" as we're joined by Father, Husband, Activist, Civil Rights Attorney, and now Author; William "Will" Jawando. We discuss his new book "My Seven Black Fathers: A Young Activist's Memoir Of Race, Family, And The Mentors Who Made Him Whole". Will explains the challenges of growing up as the biracial child of a White mother from Kansas an...

In this week’s episode we talk about our walks in faith.  How does the Black Church uplift or discourage spiritual growth, when it comes to questioning God.  Are Black churches doing enough to foster open, and transparent dialogue when it comes to religion?  Also, we talk about the young Iowa teen, Pieper Lewis, who was sex trafficked and sexually assaulted, and mandated to pay $150...

In this week's episode we tackle the Mississippi welfare fraud scandal surrounding Brett Favre.  As news reports flood in indicating that Favre was paid $1.1M dollars, funded by TANF monies to provide speeches that the never gave.  As well as recently unearthed text messages where Favre allegedly conspires to get $6M dollars to give to a new stadium.  All at a time where Jackson Mis...

In this week’s episode we are joined by world renown economist Dr. Kristi Scott.  She helps us to answer some of the basics about the economy.  What is the cause of the current inflation that we’re seeing?  What our  community should understand about a recession.  And what impact politicians and policy decisions have on our wallets.  You won’t want to miss this one. &...

In this week's episode we discuss the Biden administration's decision to forgive up to $20 thousand dollars in student loan debt.  Is this a sign that the democratic party is moving further to the left?  Was this the right move by the administration?  Who is opposing it?  And how will this impact the upcoming mid-term elections?  We discuss all that, and much more. Informe...

In this week’s episode we discuss how Attorney General Merrick Garland has announced charges against 4 officers involved in the killing of Breonna Taylor. The DOJ alleges that the Louisville Metropolitan Police Department engaged in knowingly falsifying documentation, and secret meetings to plan a cover up. We also discuss how more deaths across the country in county jail are going up. Why are mor...

In this week’s episode we get a Black Box Letter where the listener wants to know what should be expected of your partner if you were both ever faced with a dangerous situation?  Should you expect your partner escape to safety, or remain with you?  Is there a right or wrong answer?  We’ll discuss.  Also, after 121 summers, the infamous Parchman prison is finally getting air con...

The fellas are back, and in this week’s episode they get a Black Box Letter asking what do you do when you’re dating a single parent, forged a bond with the child, but the relationship ends?  Also, researchers in a recent study concluded that the leading cause of homelessness isn’t drug addiction or mental illness, but an overwhelming lack of affordable housing .  How can something that...