Politics and Black Families with Rafielle

Black Republicans are here to stay, not as a moment, not as a protest vote, but as a permanent part of American politics. Especially in Atlanta, where Black people build businesses, buy property, run media, and raise families in one of the most competitive cities in the country. When you live in Atlanta, you feel taxes, zoning, schools, crime, and opportunity in real time. Ideology becomes practic...

Rafielle Kirkland shares why Black Americans and Africans trading with each other isn’t nostalgia or symbolism. It’s strategy. One side has capital access, global market fluency, branding power, and distribution networks. The other has population growth, raw materials, manufacturing upside, and cultural exports the world already consumes. Together, that closes a loop history broke. Right now value...

Education hasn’t failed Black Americans because of ability or effort. It’s failed because incentives, governance, and culture drifted out of alignment. Systems reward attendance over mastery, bureaucracy over outcomes, and politics over parents. School choice gets blocked, unions protect adults before children, and standards quietly drop while slogans get louder. Meanwhile, families are told the s...

Muslim representation in America is growing, but navigating this space remains both crucial and delicate. In this episode we sit down with Imam Eman Yusuf Ramadan to discuss the challenges and triumphs of being a voice for Muslim Americans in today’s climate. Join us for an insightful conversation on faith, identity, and leadership.

Islamic fashion stylist and political advocate Iman Ramadan joins Politics and Black Families for a powerful discussion on the current state of America. From culture and identity to policy and power, we break down the issues shaping our communities today. Don’t miss this insightful conversation! Subscribe Follow us on social media: @ikeepitclassic📧 Contact us: info@ikeepitclassic.com

In this episode of Politics and Black Families, I sat down with the incomparable Nina Turner, a powerhouse in progressive politics and an unwavering advocate for working people. From the jump, she brought her signature energy and truth-telling, cutting through political jargon to focus on what really matters—economic justice, Black political power, and the fight for policies that truly uplift fami...

Two Black Perspectives, One Honest Debate – A episode where two Black Americans, one Democrat and one Republican, tackle the issues that matter to our community. From politics to culture, we have real, unfiltered conversations about what divides us and what brings us together. Different views, same goal: moving our people forward.”

Meet Amelia Siamomua: A Leader Ready to Make a Difference Amelia Siamomua is a dedicated community leader and development economist with a passion for helping others. She’s an international consultant and advocate who has spent her life working to improve opportunities for people. Amelia graduated from the University of the South Pacific in Fiji, where she studied economics and politics, and conti...

He's a retired urological surgeon who dedicated his career to relieving pain and suffering, always driven by a deep mission to make the world a better place, one patient at a time. Since graduating from medical school in 1983, Dr. Zisholtz, or 'Dr. Z' as he's known, has been a pillar of the medical community, practicing mostly in Riverdale and East Point, Georgia. But Dr. Z’s story...

Likisha "Kiche" Griffin is a Creative Producer and Consultant specializing in brand development for art professionals and independent filmmakers. Griffin has worked with award-winning visual producer Sheila Pree Bright on branding strategies for #1960Now digital campaigns. She is Co-Producer of Bright’s art film #1960Now: Art + Intersections and an essay contributor to #1960Now, the book...

On this episode of Politics and Black Families, we welcome The Brown Family—a dynamic household of current and future political leaders. We dive into Atlanta’s political landscape, including Sheriff Brown’s run for office and the challenges facing Fulton County Jail. We also celebrate Mrs. Brown’s incredible journey to earning her PhD from Harvard and explore the impact of the conflict in Darfur....

Excited to welcome Rashaun Kemp, a powerhouse in education and community leadership, to our show! Join us as we discuss the impact of Black and Brown charter school leaders and the importance of community involvement. Hosted by Rafielle Kirkland, this episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about politics and Black families. Points Economy For All: I will fight for a fair wage, rent control,...

Gabriel Sanchez's focuses on advocating for affordable housing, healthcare for all, and worker's rights, striving to create a better Georgia for everyday people. Raised in Cobb County, Gabriel draws from his personal experiences in an immigrant family, emphasizing the importance of community. He rejects corporate PAC money and supports policies that put people over profits, aiming to uplif...

We spoke with Duvwon Robinson about his journey growing up in Atlanta, Georgia, and how he overcame the challenges of the crack epidemic. Now, he's channeling his resilience into a run for public office. Duvwon was raised on the northwest side of Atlanta in Bowen Homes, a public housing project that was once a symbol of the city's struggle. He knows firsthand the impact of limited access t...

We discuss how she became a nuclear engineer and why she's running for office in Georgia. Dr. Biegalski has a Ph. D. as well as a professional engineering license in nuclear engineering. She has work experience in classified government-sponsored work, academic research, and in the educational field. Dr. Biegalski is passionate about education, and has decades of experience teaching students of...