Podcast - GunnShots Str8 From The Hip

In this episode, I'll attempt to break down the election results as they stand of this this recording. I'll also look at the problems the Democrats will continue to have even in a Biden/Harris Administration. Why did Donald Trump get 30% of the Black Male vote? Why does White America continue to vote against its own self interests?

In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about early voting, absentee ballots, some of the voter suppression tactics being used by the GOP and I take a look at how Hip - Hop has affected voter turnout in past elections. I also feature some Edutainment from an artist named Yellow Pain and a rap battle of sorts about this election.

My tribute to one of the greatest guitarists of all time. Eddie Van Halen. In this episode, you'll hear from Sammy Hagar, Quincy Jones, Toto's Steve Lukather. You'll hear the story of how Eddie got involved in the recording of Micheal Jackson's "Beat It" and how the song almost didn't make it to "Thriller" because of Eddie. You'll also hear the Van Halen story in Eddie's own words.

In this episode, we take a look back at this week's Presidential Debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump with reaction late night TV hosts Trevor Noah, Steven Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, commentator Roland Martin, Biden's running mate, Senator Kamala Harris and a conversation with Senator Cory Booker. We're also looking for your feedback on our website. www.markgunnmedia.com/gunnshots . Check out pas...

On this episode of "GunnShots Str8 From The Hip", as my city of Louisville deals with the aftermath of Attorney General, Daniel Cameron's decision regarding the Breonna Taylor murder, it occurs to me that America simply doesn't learn from its mistakes when it comes to this issue of race. As a means of continuing education, I'll take you back 28 years to the Rodney King Uprising. I lived in Los Ang...

As a radio Morning Show Personality, you develop a very special relationship with the people on your team. In the industry, we liken it to being married. I've had 3 "Morning Show Wives" throughout my career. The last one being Kymberlye Stepp Curd (aka "Kim Zahn). In this very special tribute episode, I'll share the things that made her so special as an air talent and as a woman. We'll also give y...

***ONLINE NOW*** On the next episode of "GunnShots Str8 From The Hip", it's the "Mark Gunn Media Back To School Special. The Digital Divide & You". In this episode, I talk about your relationship with your Internet Service Provider and how you can change it for the better and I'll lay out some strategies that will help you deal with our new normal; an internet based work and school life. Online no...

In this episode, I'll explore the reasons why this question has never been answered in over 400 years. You'll also hear a spoken word piece from Truth B. Told. You can find out more about him at www.truthbtold.net , on Instagram @truthbtold and on Twitter @truthbtoldpoet. You can check out this and past episodes by going here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc62tXAv8yiDoWyZrhU1aemBjlAvt1zO...

As the fight for freedom, justice & equality continues across the country, I thought it was time to address one of the most divisive issues within the Black Community. In this episode, I'll break down the difference between Black Conservatives, Black Trump Supporters and a group of Black people I call "OpporCOONists". Please subscribe and leave a review. We always welcome feedback. You can check o...

In the era of Black Lives Matter, Black people are repeating some of the same mistakes of the past and this episode is our "Sunday Come To Jesus" meeting, featuring new music from Louisville artist, Divine C.U.T.S. - "I'm Still Here (We Will Win)" Written by J. Alexander, Rev. Keith Meriwether Jr. and Elvis Anderson. from the EP "Thoughts Out Loud". 2020 sonaBLAST! Records. (*I do have the artist'...

In this episode, we'll take a look at the history of Karens in America and why they're so dangerous to the lives of Black people and People Of Color. We'll also break down what makes a Karen in the first place.

In this episode, I sit in as a guest host on the local radio show, "Community Connections", which can be heard every Saturday at 6:30 pm Eastern on 104.7 FM, WLOU here in Louisville. Hosts Ameerah Palacios, Bruce Ray & I talk about the most recent Covid 19 cases here in Kentucky, how Black people can gain ground in the Digital Divide and the passing of Civil Rights icon, The Honorable Georgia Stat...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Alison Joyce Rogers, a Black business owner in the UK to get her perspective regarding the ongoing global protests against systemic racism and police brutality. We'll discuss Black life in England and how it compares to the Black experience in America. You can get more information about her business as www.toothbuckle.com .

In light of the ongoing protests against racism going on all over the world, more White people are asking how they can be a part of the solution and no longer part of the problem. In this episode, I talk with Lamont Collins, the owner and curator of the Roots 101: African American Museum in Louisville, Kentucky about where White people need to start. EDUCATION! Look for a special group of photos a...

This is my conversation about the Black Men's Black Lives Matter march I was a part of earlier in the day and some of the solutions some of us are coming up with regarding police reform.

In light of the murders of Ahmaud Avery of Georgia and Breonna Taylor of Louisville, I've seen lots of Whites speak out in protest on social media. Cool, but it's not enough. This is an encore episode in which I ask why don't more Whites speak out against racism and get answers from other White people.

This week, I take a look at how racial disparities in law enforcement and the health care system have a n adverse effect on Black & Brown people as it relates to Covid -19. You'll hear from Dr. Armen Henderson, Internal Medicine Physician & Asst Professor Of Medicine University Of Miami, who was arrested for "Volunteering While Black", Dr. Patrice Harris, President Of The American Medical Associat...

As a producer and musician, I really miss the creative energy of being in a recording studio. I've always found peace in creative chaos. There's nothing like working with a group of really talented players to bring an artist's vision to life. Speaking of which, you'll hear the story of how Michael Jackson's "Beat It" almost didn't make it to "Thriller", how a 5 year old little girl was the inspira...

Given Trump's history of lies and his poor handling of the Covid - 19 pandemic, I'm taking a look at how the media is partly responsible for the attacks it gets and how it strikes a balance between the lies and actual real information.

In this episode, I take a look at one of the unintended consequences of fighting the Covid - 19 Virus. The almost exponential increase in internet usage and family members who could get lost in the shuffle. I also take a look at how the Federal Government's response compared to that of individual states. Who's doing the better job?

What do Prince, Taylor Swift, TLC, The Rolling Stones & Megan The Stallion all have in common? In this episode, we'll take a look at the history of really bad record deals and how they effected the artists involved. If you're an artist starting out and want to get into the music business, we'll tell you how you can get the information you need for less than $5.00!

In this episode, we take a look at what went down this past Super Tuesday. What went right? What went wrong and what the candidates have to do to win going forward. We'll also play "What If" as I kick around a few scenarios for the eventual nominee and who his potential running mates could be. For past episodes, go to https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc62tXAv8yiDoWyZrhU1aemBjlAvt1zOM

With Democrat Bernie Sanders as the front runner for the presidential nomination, others in the party have gone into panic mode. We examine why this episode and as we get ready for Super Tuesday, you'll hear from some Black Voters in South Carolina ahead of next week's primary there.

In honor of Black History Month, I decided to dig into the Mark Gunn Media Inc. archives to bring you a conversation I had with the late, great Charlie Murphy. We talk about life, comedy, working with his brother Eddie and Dave Chappelle. We also talk about beer! Check it out. All comments welcomed.

When it comes to the Black vote, Democrats haven't lived up to their end of the bargain. In this episode, I discuss the problematic relationship and why, even though we're not going to the GOP, more and more Blacks are leaving the Democrats.