RoundTable Consult

Host, Dr. Mark Williams, is joined by his nephew and firearms enthusiast/educator, Colin Williams.  They discuss the importance and challenges of gun regulation in the context of education, scripted societal influence and primacy of our American rights. 

Our host discuss the too familiar recent school shooting in Ulvalde, TX. When will we demand more of our legislators than "thoughts and prayers?"

All you need to know about the congressional investigation of the January 6th riots at the US Capitol. Our hosts discuss the new information revealed during the first public hearing. 

The hosts discuss what seems to be a ubiquitous aversion to giving and receiving criticism.  Does the fear of "judging" or being judged impede necessary and often helpful critique?

Co-host, Attorney Sony Madison, returns to the seat after a short hiatus and is ready for her "rant" on the recent leak of the SCOTUS draft to repeat Roe v. Wade.  Our hosts discuss the implications of appointed and elected leaders that do not represent the will of the people.  They also discuss the impact of economy on these decisions and the eventual impact of nationalistic selfishness...

Our hosts discuss the recent decision by Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida legislator to revoke Disney's special status with the status as a retaliation for its speaking out against the newly passed "Don't Say Gay" bill.  Does this act of blatant retaliation foretell a pending transition to (or a desire to transition to) an authoritarian government?  

In this Easter weekend episode, our hosts explore the spiritual, philosophical, political and practical implications of Jesus' resurrection from the dead. The resurrection brings not only hope for eternal salvation but strength for enduring in the mortal. 

Host Dr. Mark Williams expounds on how what you don't know can actually hurt you and can be used as a mechanism for exploitation.  It occurs in business and is broadly destructive when it is used by the media to advance sociopolitical agendas. 

Guest, Eric Madej, joins Dr. Mark Williams in a spirited discussion about the implications of a potential overturn of Roe v Wade by the Supreme Court of the United States. 

Our hosts discuss the sensitive topic of Black hair and the expectations of Black men and society at large. 

Guest, Gwendolyn Knight, joins the conversation centered around the recent verdict of RaDonda Vaught, a Vanderbilt nurse found guilty of negligent homicide after administering the wrong drug to a patient. Should nurses and other healthcare workers be held criminally culpable for medication errors.? What precedent does this verdict set? 

Our hosts discuss the significance of Judge Brown-Jackson's nomination and the backlash of opposition. 

Our hosts discuss the atrocities and impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. 

Guest, Latreece Roby joins the conversation discussing the concept of harm reduction as it relates to various situations from drug addiction, infectious disease and gender identity. The Biden administration's plan to reduce disease transmission in communities of high Crack cochise use (e.g., Black communities) is criticized & evaluated for potential harmful, "unintended" consequences. 

Our hosts discuss the notion of immigrant intolerance. 

Our hosts discuss the evolution of Black influence in various aspects of life.  Are diverging experiences within the Back community diluting the influence?

Our hosts discuss the notion that all politics are identity politics.  In a representative democracy, is it necessary to identify the demographics and priorities of your constituents and develop a platform accordingly? Is pandering truly a negative if the politician delivers on a promise?

Discussing the necessity of Black entrepreneurship with pastor, business owner, recording artist and Kentucky Colonel, Bishop Frederick Barr.

In honor of Black History Month, our hosts starts a series entitled, Actively Black, with a discussion about what is the responsibility of the Black community to ensure its own prosperity. The lawsuit filed by Brian Flores, fired head coach of the Miami Dolphins, against the NFL serves as a backdrop of the discussion. 

Hosts delve deep into the topic of why a Black woman is so feared or offensive to majority populations. The discussion centers around President Biden's commitment to appoint a Black woman to the Supreme Court of the United States.

After a brief commentary about recent alterations in CDC quarantine recommendations and the anniversary of the January 6th insurrection, our hosts explore various social rules that Black people impose against White people and themselves.  Are these justified or do they mask & cultivate our own insecurities?

Our hosts discuss contemporary rap artists who lobby against the lyrical content of their artistic product being introduced as evidence in related legal proceedings.  The broader context of responsible exercise of free speech is explored.

Join the conversation as our hosts discuss the insatiable drive to get more. Does a pursuit for more denote insufficient gratitude?  The discussion heats up when discussing the example of the Adam's versus Eve's compulsion for more. 

Jumoke Ifetayo jobs or hosts to discuss the necessity of reparations and the efforts of his organization to advocate for policies that fairly & reasonably promote efforts supportive of reparations.

Host, Dr. Mark Williams flies solo on thus New Year's Day special episode. Reflecting on controversial topics from 2021, he encourages a new year resolution to move beyond self-serving motives to altruism as an ideal worthy of aspiration.