In The Black Podcast

In this week’s episode we discuss recent comments by Golden State Warrior’s superstar Draymond Green.  On his podcast, The Draymond Green Show , Green called former NBA player and current ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins a racial slur.  We discuss whether that word still has the weight it once did, Draymond’s apology, and how we believe situations like these should be addressed.  Earli...

In this week’s episode we discuss how former Mayor of Tallahassee, and one time gubernatorial candidate for Florida, Andrew Gillum has been indicted on 21 counts of conspiracy and fraud.  The former CNN political analyst was once a rising star in the Democratic party, but stepped out of the public eye after a he was found by police under the influence of drugs in a FL hotel with a male escort...

In this week’s episode, we tackle the recent reports that Herschel Walker, candidate for Georgia Senate , has 3 illegitimate children.  This reporting comes after Walker has made it part of his platform to criticize African-American fathers for being “absent” from the home, and leaving Black children as part of a broken family.  Also, the Biden administration has pledged $1 BILLION more...

In this week’s episode we are joined by suicide prevention solutionist, Na’kole Watson , as she helps us to discuss suicide and its appearance in the Black community.  What does forms and shapes does it take.  What role does mental health play in the suicide and suicide prevention ?  How can the Black Church change our approach to how suicide?  And ultimately what can be done t...

In this week’s episode we discuss the mass shooting that occurred in Buffalo at a Tops Friendly Market, where the gunman left 10 dead and 3 severely wounded.  The suspect, an 18-year-old White man identified as Payton S. Gendron, live streamed the entire incident via Twitch via a Discord was apprehended by police.  A 180 page manifesto has since been released by the gunman.  In it h...

In this week’s episode we take a look at the recent traffic stop by Liberty County sheriffs in Georgia, of a majority Black women’s lacrosse team.  While traveling from a tournament in GA back to Delaware, the Delaware State University Women’s lacrosse team were detained and had their possessions searched.  Seemly without any probable cause.  The team alleges that they were racially...

In this week’s episode we tackle the recent leak of a supreme court draft detailing its’ desire to overturn Roe v. Wade and essentially end abortion rights as we know it.  This news has both pro-life and pro-choice advocates standing their ground for an even deeper fight yet to come.  We are joined by the Rev. Kenyetta Chinwe ( @PhemSoulArts ) to help delve deeper into; how we got here,...

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 bridging the commu...

In this week’s episode, we tackle a Black Box Letter where a listener asks; “what you should do when your partner has an issue with you disciplining their child”.  Is that a red flag for your relationship?  Also we discuss why would the mayor of New York city (Eric Adams) bring back “Stop And Frisk” and how even after 2 years of marches, protests, and petitions, there is no evidence of a...

In this week’s episode, our Black Box Letter asks; “Should you care if your spouses parent likes you or not?”.  We also tackle the recent New York Magazine article detailing the questionable financial decisions of the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation.  How were they able to purchase a $6 Million dollar home, and what is it currently being used for?  And we take a look at...

In this week’s episode, our Black Box Letter is tackles Will Smith slapping Chris Rock live on stage at the Oscars.  We discuss what the punishment may be, as well as the varying standpoints about toxic masculinity and Blackness that have stemmed from the incident.  As well as what this may mean for Will Smith going forward?  Will the academy punish him?  We also take a look at...

In this week’s episode we tackle a Black Box Letter from a listener that asks what she should do to motivate her loving boyfriend, who  she feels isn’t progressing fast enough for her.  Also, we take a look at the recent supreme court nomination hearing of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.  With an unprecedented level of questioning, Brown Jackson has stayed poised and professional under...

In this week’s episode we an Indiana HS teacher (Mike Hosinkski of Jimtown HS) caught on security camera striking a student.  We ask whether or not there should be any empathy for the teacher.  Next we tackle a recent article from INSIDER that details how Black home buyers are being pushed out of the housing market faster than any other demographic.  Is this a new phenomena or just...

In this week’s episode, our Black Box Letter asks; is there a limit to the amount of sacrifice that a spouse should be expected to make for their partner?  We also discuss the recent invasion of the Russian military into the Ukraine.  How did we get here, and does that mean that this is the start of WW3?  And with local legislatures across the country voting on or implementing laws...

In this week's episode we discuss what emotional and social growth looks like.  And as Black men of a certain age, how we can recognize it and appreciate it in the moment.  Also, Philadelphia Housing Activist; Asantewaa Nkrumah-Ture, goes to court after landlord threatens her life.  We discuss how it got that far.  And a recent OP-ED in "The Hill" explains why Black voters are...

In this week's episode we discuss how Joe Rogan (UFC/The Joe Rogan Experience) is once again under fire.  This time for a montage of clips of the podcaster using the n-word.  Should Spotify remove him from the platform all together?  We discuss.  Also, the NBA trade deadline has come and gone and major last minute trades have shaken up the NBA landscape.  Who are the winne...

In this week's episode we are joined by professor Dylan Rodriguez, as we discuss the recent class action lawsuit filed by former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores against the NFL for racial discrimination.  Does he have a case, and what does this lawsuit mean for the future of the NFL?  Also, what is being done about the recent rash of bomb threats that are plaguing HBCUs across the...

In this week's episode we discuss the recent suicide deaths of both Ian Alexander (son of Regina King) and local Maryland mayor, Kevin Ward.  Why are Black men committing suicide at a high rate than their counterparts?  And mogul Jay-Z, Meek Mill, and others are making a push for the state of New York not to be able to use rap lyrics as evidence in criminal cases.  Is this a good th...

In this week's episode we take a look back at year one of the Biden Administration.  Their agenda, and the plans they have going forward.  And with no major legislations passed, what grade are we giving it, and why?  And Tulsa pastor Michael Todd is facing backlash for rubbing spit on the face of a church member during his sermon.  We discuss the history pastor Todd, and how th...

In this week's episode, we discuss how the recent call for an increase and stiff regulations in college sport’s NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deal.  How do the lack of "regulations" impact smaller schools and smaller conferences?  And rapper/songstress Lauryn Hill is set to executive produce a documentary on the life and family of famed writer, poet, and activist Amiri Baraka.  Is...

In this week's episode we examine the passing of Maxine McNair, the last of parents from the 1963 Birmingham church bombing that claimed the lives of 4 little girls. We tackle the legacy being left behind by many civil rights icons as that generation passes on.  We also take a look at a recent research study that shows that protests really do work in preventing police shootings.  How acc...

In this week's episode we talk about if it makes sense for Black men to intentionally go looking for love outside of the country.  Even amidst the objections of residents, Atlanta approves a $90 million dollar, 300 acre, police training and boarding facility.  We try to understand why.  And recent studies have shown even with a 6 figure salary it's becoming harder and harder for Ame...

In this week's episode we ask; is it possible to have long lasting and healthy marriage, all while you and your spouse live in 2 separate homes? We discuss the recent interview Vice President Kamala Harris did with Charlamagne Tha God. Why did it go off the rails, and who really has the power right now among democrats? And Americans have possibly seen their last Child Tax Credit check, all because...

In this week's episode we discuss how Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has unveiled the states "Stop Woke Act" which is an effort to stop the nonexistent teaching of Critical Race Theory in grades K-12, and would allow parents to sue teachers they believe that violate this order.  We tell you what you need to know.  And the FBI's Use-Of-Force data base is in jeopardy of being shut down for...

In this week's episode, we discuss how a local plumber found roughly $600 thousand in cash and checks behind a false wall in Joel Osteen's Mega church.  How did this happen?  A White high school teacher from Tennessee gets fired from his job for teaching about White Privilege.  We discuss what lead up to this?  And the House recently passes a bill to authorize $770 Billion to f...