Mr. Z and 5th

A tribute to Kobe Bryant.

Today we talk about the movie Queen & Slim and the misrepresentation of black relationships in television and movies.

We respond to The Real's co-host Loni Love comments regarding infidelity in the black community.

First episode of 2020, we talk about current events and some 2019 moments.

We discuss the passing death of Chicago rapper Juice WRLD. Also we discuss the recent petition signed by NFL fans against Michael Vick for his dog fighting past.

George Zimmerman now in pursuit to sue Trayvon Martin's family for conspiracy. Also we discuss mental illness and the justice system.

Why Are Black Women The Last To Get Married?

Colin Kaepernick was invited to an NFL workout for the first time in years. Also where does the NFL stand regarding social issues that affect Black people in America.

We are talking about the role Hollywood plays when it comes to slave movies. And also other current event topics.

We give our opinion on the recent documentary about Michael Jackson called “Leaving Neverland”. Also we discuss the actions of R. Kelly after his recent interview with Gayle King. 

What's next for Jussie Smollett? R. Kelly now in police custody for new allegations of sexual assault. The 2019 Academy Awards, and also Boycott Burberry begins. 

Why did NYPD's commanding officer Emmanuel Gonzalez threaten 50 Cent's life? Also Colin Kaepernick wins in settlement case against the NFL.

 #BoycottGucci is our main topic for the day. Also we discuss the history of “Black Face” past and present. 

 We react to the NFL's 2019 Super Bowl Sunday in Atlanta, GA. Boycotting the NFL continues in 2019. Colin Kaepernick is still relevant years later. The memory of Rosa Parks lives on. The New York Knicks trade Kristaps Porzingis to the Dallas Mavericks. The Los Angeles Lakers want Anthony Davis. Also we discuss rapper 21 Savage possible deportation back to the UK.     

 We discuss prison reform, Meek Mill, Kamala Harris and politics. Also the end of the government shut down for now and what happens next.   

 The Government has been shutdown for a month so we give our opinion on how this effects the totality of the American people. Also we reflect on the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and the current state of Black America in 2019.    

The trending topic is R. Kelly's documentary leading the charge in the #MeTooMovement but we also discuss the entertainment industry as a whole.   

R&B singer Jacquees recently made a statement that he's the King of R&B of this generation. Who is the King of R&B really? We discuss the current state of R&B music and the future of this genre. Also does R&B need a King or a Queen? We answer these questions on this episode.

We discuss the recent controversy surrounding Kevin Hart's decision to step down from hosting the 2019 Oscar Awards.

This topic is about the influence and glorification of drug use that promoted in today's rap music.

We discuss the current situation of The Case of Tekashi 6ix9ine. Also another “good guy with a gun” gets killed by police, witnesses say they shot the wrong guy.

This episode is dedicated to life of Kim Porter and Jemel Roberson.

This episode is about what Veterans Day means for black people.

On the premiere of season 2, We discuss the recent mass shooting that took place at a Synagogue in Pittsburgh, PA. Also we discuss the history of attacks against places of worships and what to do next.

On the season finale of Mr. Z & 5th: Season 1, we discuss the NFL Super Bowl, NFL Boycott, Colin Kaepernick and Black History Month. Also we ask if Justin Timberlake is a culture vulture.