Only One Mic Podcast

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, we break down Spike Lee’s latest film, uncover the racial allegories woven into Marvel’s X-Men, and expose how Trump’s militarization of Black communities ties into the systemic racism driving violence. 

Send us Fan Mail Gilbert Arenas, the former NBA star known as "Agent Zero," is making headlines for serious federal charges linked to an extravagant illegal gambling operation at his Encino, California, mansion. The indictment reveals that Arenas allegedly ran high-stakes poker games with armed security, valet service, private chefs, and young women hired to serve drinks and provide mass...

Send us Fan Mail Boxing champion Claressa Shields has sparked controversy with her unfiltered take on transgender athletes in women's boxing. Speaking candidly on the Effective Immediately show, Shields proposed that transgender boxers should compete against each other in their league rather than against "naturally born women." Her comments have ignited a fierce debate about identit...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered if there's a difference between where we live and how we live together? That's the question at the heart of this thought-provoking episode that challenges our understanding of community in modern life.

Send us Fan Mail Heartbreaking news has struck the entertainment world as we say farewell to Malcolm Jamal Warner, who tragically drowned while vacationing with family in Costa Rica at age 54. Most of us first welcomed him into our homes as Theo Huxtable, but Warner's legacy extends far beyond that beloved character. He masterfully evolved from child star to respected actor, director, musicia...

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when the refuge you seek turns out to be just as dangerous as the one you fled? Francine thought she had found safety in Moscow, confidently stating, "I feel safer in Russia than I ever did in the United States." However, her optimism was shattered when racist neighbors attacked her, leaving her bruised and bloodied. Instead of compassion, she faced mocker...

Send us Fan Mail The dark underbelly of artificial intelligence development comes to light in this eye-opening exploration of how our most sophisticated AI tools are made "safe" for public consumption. When OpenAI was training GPT-3, the predecessor to ChatGPT, they discovered their model regurgitated the worst parts of the internet—racism, violence, abuse, and more. Their solution? Outs...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when body cameras exist but the footage is kept from public view? The shooting death of 18-year-old Jabari Peoples in Homewood, Alabama, raises troubling questions about police transparency and accountability that go far beyond one case.

Send us Fan Mail When 4Xtra posted "Who wants to get blown up today?" while flashing fireworks on his social platforms, he likely never imagined he'd end up missing two fingers and temporarily blinded. Yet that's exactly what happened when his Fourth of July stunt went catastrophically wrong, leaving his family scrambling to create a GoFundMe for mounting medical bills. The int...

Send us Fan Mail A federal judge has just delivered a powerful blow to the Trump administration's plans to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 500,000 migrants, including tens of thousands of Haitians who've built lives in America. This ruling stands as a temporary victory in an ongoing battle that the White House has already vowed to appeal, claiming executive authority over i...

Send us Fan Mail Boxing fans were left stunned this week when Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, son of the legendary fighter, was detained by ICE authorities in Studio City, just days after stepping into the ring with Jake Paul in Anaheim. The timing has raised eyebrows across the sports world and sparked intense debate about immigration enforcement and the treatment of celebrities.

Send us Fan Mail The Department of Homeland Security has dropped a bombshell decision affecting over 500,000 Haitians living in the United States under Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and the implications are staggering. These half-million people—who have established careers, raised families, and contributed to their communities through work and taxes—now face possible deportation to a country e...

Send us Fan Mail The verdict is in, and it's sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Sean "Diddy" Combs has been found not guilty on the most serious charges of racketeering and conspiracy for sex trafficking - but don't call it a complete victory. The jury convicted him on two lesser counts of transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution, charges...

Send us Fan Mail BREAKING: Partial Verdict Reached in Sean "Diddy" Combs Trial | Federal Jury Deadlocked on RICO Charge Breaking news out of Manhattan: The federal jury has delivered a partial verdict in the high-profile trial of music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs. The jury decided on four major charges, including sex trafficking and transporting individuals for prostitution. Howev...

Send us Fan Mail The landscape of the Iran-Israel conflict has dramatically shifted as Trump announces a comprehensive ceasefire agreement. After days of intense military exchanges that had the world holding its breath, this unexpected diplomatic breakthrough offers hope for regional stability.

Send us Fan Mail The world stands on a precipice as President Trump orders strikes on The world stands on the brink of change as President Trump orders strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, a move that could reshape the geopolitical landscape overnight. Using advanced bunker buster bombs, U.S. forces targeted the fortified Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan sites. Trump hailed the operation as &qu...

Send us Fan Mail This episode investigates the shocking $260 million sexual harassment lawsuit against Tyler Perry, filed by "The Oval" actor Derek Dixon. He alleges unwanted advances, groping, and threats regarding his character, supported by contentious text messages. In a separate case, R. Kelly, serving a lengthy prison sentence, was hospitalized after an alleged overdose on prison m...

Send us Fan Mail A recent incident at a middle school in North Carolina resulted in multiple arrests and the suspension of the principal, underscoring urgent problems of accountability within the educational system. At the same time, Marvel Comics has made a groundbreaking move by introducing T'Challa's white son as the new Black Panther and king of Wakanda. This bold decision is sparkin...

Send us Fan Mail The audacity of modern crime is deeply disturbing, and the case of Marcus Ealy exemplifies this grim reality. Imagine: a gold necklace, a victim with hands raised in surrender, and an execution-style murder caught vividly on surveillance footage. Even more shocking, Ealy took selfies with the stolen jewelry and shared them online, highlighting the depths of depravity some will rea...

Send us Fan Mail A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood when 12-year-old Ethan Parker was shot and killed while filming a music video with teenage friends. What should have been a creative afternoon became yet another senseless loss in America's ongoing gun violence crisis. What steps will you take to address gun violence in your community? Please...

Send us Fan Mail Billionaire philanthropy is taking center stage as Bill Gates unveils his remarkable plan to donate nearly all his wealth by 2045. What compels one of the world's wealthiest individuals to make such a profound commitment and dismantle the Gates Foundation? 

Send us Fan Mail Fashion trends come and go, but the recent phenomenon of young men wearing ski masks in sweltering summer heat has dangerous implications that extend far beyond style choices. This episode delivers a heartfelt message to our youth and the parents who care for them about an increasingly common sight in neighborhoods across America.

Send us Fan Mail What does media that genuinely loves and cares for Black people look like? Diamond Hardiman and Courtney Morrison join us to introduce a powerful exhibition coming to Los Angeles on May 2nd. This exhibition, part of Media 2070's Black Future Newsstand initiative, features over 70 interviews with LA residents who experienced the 2020 uprisings following George Floyd's mur...

Send us Fan Mail A disturbing incident in Spotsylvania County, Virginia resulted in parents facing serious charges after their third-grade child brought a loaded handgun to school that accidentally discharged in the classroom. The episode also covers NBA star LeBron James, who made history as the first professional athlete to have a Ken doll created in his likeness.

Send us Fan Mail After public backlash and media attention, the National Park Service reversed its decision to remove Harriet Tubman's image and quote from its Underground Railroad webpage in February. Digital archiving tools revealed the changes, which historians condemned as "offensive and absurd" attempts to minimize Tubman's historical contributions.