In The Black Podcast

In this special segment of The Black Light we're joined by Jennifer Lopez, Executive Director of the Friends Association, who talks to us about #homelessness , the #housingcrisis and #housingpandemic , and its affects on the community during the #pandemic . In The Black Podcast Social Media Twitter: https://tinyurl.com/yatwasjx​ Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/y98mh9s3​ Facebook: https://tinyurl.co...

We discuss the Black church and its future in the era of BLM and George Floyd.  Does activism stop once you sit in the pews?  And we discuss can you affectively raise adopted Black children if you're not Black? That and much more.  We are joined tonight by Rev. Terrance L. Thomas from the AME Bethel Church in Champaign IL.   Twitter: https://tinyurl.com/yatwasjx    In...

Judas And The Black Messiah, the film depicting the betrayal of Fred Hampton and the infiltration of the Black Panthers debuts on HBO Max. We take a look at why artist NoName, and others aren't really pleased with the film. And with Valentine's Day around the corner we ask is there still more to learn about your partner even after you've been with them 5 or more years? And we discuss why dating af...

The Film One Night In Miami has become a smash hit with viewers and critics alike.  We give our thoughts on the Amazon breakout sensation.  Also, the Biden administration has announced it will be reviving efforts to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 dollar bill.  Is this a great idea, or just pandering?  We discuss.   We're joined by Tunde and Jon (@taut_7 and @jonbuie ) of th...

Eric Bieniemy still hasn't been hired as an NFL head coach, and we can't understand why? And even after tweaks to the "Rooney Rule", why are there only 4 minority head coaches in the league. And one of the last things that Trump administration did was to commission the 1776 Report. A broad effort to restore "patriotic education in schools". We'll explain why it doesn't make sense. Twitter: https:/...

The House with both Democratic and Republican support vote to impeach Donald Trump.  Making him the only president in U.S. history to be impeached twice.  We discuss what happens between now and the inauguration.  We're also joined by entrepreneur Jay Scott who talks to us about what it takes to start and run a business during a pandemic.

Pro-Trump extremists storm the U.S. Capitol, what new details are emerging?  Officials announce that no charges will be brought against any of the officers involved in the shooting of Jacob Blake.  Why?  And Danai Gurira (Black Panther and The Walking Dead) will be taking on the role of the iconic Shirley Chisholm.   Twitter:  https://tinyurl.com/yatwasjx Instagram:  ...

In this episode the fellas discuss what it would take for them to start an Only-Fans Page.  They discuss why the pandemic is forcing some men to re-evaluate forming deeper friendships.  And congress has passed a $900 Billion Dollar stimulus package.  We take a look at what that means for Americans.  All that and much more. Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black.

In this episode we are joined by our family from the “Does It Still Knock Podcast” ( @doesitstillknock )  They help us to discuss The Roy Jones Jr. vs. Mike Tyson fight.  Did it live up to our expectations?  We talk about life and getting older.  And we talk music.  What are some of the reliable bangers that we can count on to get us through the day.  All that and muc...

Dr. Jared Ball (Morgan State University) joins us for "The Conversation”. He helps us to discuss his 10 year pursuit to unravel "The Myth And Propaganda of Black Buying Power". And to try and answer the question "what the current state of Black economic power currently looks like?" All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black. Twitter: https://tinyurl.com/yatwasjx Instagram: https:/...

Jamaal Bowman, newly elected United States Congressman (NY-16) joins the ITBP fellas for "The Conversation". He helps us to discuss his journey to United States Congress, as well as what can be done to progress the agenda of working class Black people, and other communities of color. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black Twitter: https://tinyurl.com/yatwasjx Instagram: https:...

Dr. Christina M. Greer (MSNBC / Fordham University) joins us to help make sense of the Trump post election foolishness, and how Black people can better affect policy.  We also discuss why the "Defund The Police" movement seems to be such toxic issue for SOME dems.  All that and much more.    Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black Podcast.

Kimberly Jones (Author And Activist) joins us once again to discuss the 2020 election results.  Did things turn out how we expected?  And now that the election is over... what next?  What are the tangible action items that we can use to capitalize on "The Year of Protest".  All that and much more. Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black Podcast

In this episode we're joined by Nyaze Vincent and Al Billups, hosts of the We Come From Bad News podcast.  They help us to discuss the season finale of HBO's hit new tv series "Lovecraft Country".  With election 5 days away, we talk about how voting is simply step 1 in the picture to form Black policy.  And we ask; why didn't T.I.P. want to do a Verzuz against Busta Rhymes?  Al...

In this episode we discuss how feds thwarted an alleged plot to kidnap Gretchen Whitmer, Governor of Michigan, in an attempt to start a civil war.  We talk to economist Dr. Kristi Scott and ask why Black economists are unicorns in the field.  And for our conversation this week we are joined entrepreneur attorney Jasmin A. Robinson ESQ as she explains why only 5% of attorneys in America a...

In this episode we discuss the decision in the Breonna Taylor case to charge former Louisville police officer Brett Hankinson with 3 counts of wanton endangerment.  We also discuss UFC fighter Covington, and what appears to be the UFC's decision to push racism.  All that and much more. Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black.

In this episode we discuss the recent landmark civil suite settlement between the estate of Breonna Taylor and the city of Louisville. We tackle the recent decision by president Trump to ban "white privilege' diversity training. And we talk about Dak Prescott's recent interview where he opens up about his mental health struggle. All that and much move. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black

In this episode of the ITBP we discuss if the Academy Awards' recent diversity requirements really makes sense.  We talk about how the RZA is continuing to show just how lucrative the Wu-Tang Clans' catalog truly is.  And we tackle recent allegations about Brown's wide receiver, Odell Beckham Jr., and his love of "brown" on and off the field.  All that and much more. Informed. &nbsp...

Welcome back to another INCREDIBLE episode of the ITBP and it's SEASON FIVE!!  In this episode we discuss the recent protests in Kenosha Wisconsin over the officer involved shooting of Jacob Blake, and how do we discuss these issues with our children.  We talk about the NBA players boycott, and the results that came from it.  And we remember the life of actor Chadwick Boseman, star...

In this episode we are joined by culture and politics write Pastor Rashad Grove. He joins the fellas to discuss how Kamala Harris is making history as the first Black woman Vice Presidential selection of a major party. Pastor Grove dives into the pitfalls of what pastoring and church look like during the age of COVID-19. And with 56 days in since the murder of George Floyd, we ask what is fueling...

Mayor Candace Hollingsworth, one of the national co-chairs of "Our Black Party" (@ourblackparty) joins us for this special episode of the Black Light. Our Black Party is a political platform designed to harness Black political power, and advocate policy initiatives that benefit Black people.  We discuss what power and policy look like in the Black community, and how they intend to make a chan...

In these weeks episode we are joined by Don Teasyman of the Baked Beans And Rice Podcast.  He helps us to discuss what it's like raising children to be prepared for White supremacy.  The NBA has approved 29 social just statements that players can wear on their jerseys.  We ask, is this progress or fluff.  And the Trump Administration is pushing to send Children and Teachers bac...

In this episode of the Black Light we are joined Eddie Glaude Jr. to discuss his latest book, Begin Again: James Baldwin's America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own.  Prof. Glaude helps us to get a better understanding on why Begin Again is not only an ode to Baldwin but also a reflection of our current state in America.  And we also  get his current thoughts on the Trump era, the...

In this episode we discuss how a large group of investors is pushing for corporations to sever their ties with the Washington Redskins, in an effort to get Daniel Snyder to change the teams name We tackle why Bill Simmons has an issue with diversity, and why he seems averse to hiring people of color. And we tackle the recent move by NETFLIX to invest over $100 Million dollars into Black banks, and...

In this edition of the In The Black Podcast's "Black Light" segment we are joined by activist and author Kimberly Jones.  Her recent viral video titled " How Can We Win " has over 2 million views, and has thrust her into the mainstream of the current Black Lives Matter movement.  We sit down and discuss her video, her book " I'm Not Dying With You Tonight ", and what this new movement fo...