Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris

On today’s Black Book Thursday, Dr. Ken dives into The Spook Who Sat by the Door from the late 1960s. He goes over why this book was so controversial and the “real weapons” we can get and use from this book… Tap in for the last Black Book Thursday on 101.7 The Truth in the Afternoon.

Black Book Thursday continued and what could be the last top 5 @ 5 ever for Truth in the Afternoon so if it is, make sure you tap into Dr. Ken’s YouTube channel at youtube.com/@drkenstruth and watch him broadcast live weekdays, same start time, 4PM CST! Thanks for ALL of the memories Truth Nation. We wouldn’t have made it this far without y’all. See you on the flip side.

MPS is in shambles and in the next 10 years, we may not even hear the phrase MPS… Parents, this one is for you…

Top 5 @ 5, questions and stumpers for Truth Nation, and breaking news about a Milwaukee Judge

Are we succeeding or just surviving? Dr. Ken spends this first hour going over the things we SHOULD know to not only to survive, but also to be successful!

Continuing with the theme for the first hour, Dr. Ken has a couple more questions for Truth Nation… Questions about life-or-death situations, literally and figuratively.

Fellas, what is it something we can do better? Dr. Ken takes this hour to address his fellow men and talks about values, culture, and destiny.

Dr. Ken flies through the Top 5 at 5, getting back to his conversation towards men, about men, & takes calls from Truth Nation and checks the respective chats!

Dr. Ken Harris opens the hour with a powerful breakdown of how modern policing is evolving through drones, AI, and surveillance technology, using a real-time case out of Wauwatosa. While these tools can make policing safer and more efficient, he raises critical questions about privacy, oversight, and the risk of overreach—especially in historically over-policed communities. The conversation then s...

It’s the Top 5 at 5, covering the biggest stories of the day—from a proposed $1.8 billion tax relief and school funding bill to major local crime updates and ongoing debates around school resource officers in Milwaukee. Dr. Ken engages listeners directly, asking: should Wisconsin lawmakers pass the tax relief bill? The conversation continues with live talk-to-text reactions and YouTube chat engage...

What does real success actually require? Dr. Ken breaks down the difference between talking about goals and putting in the consistent effort needed to achieve monumental change. From building wealth to breaking generational cycles, this hour dives into why discipline—not motivation—is the real driver of success. Plus, the YouTube chat weighs in, and the conversation expands to community impact, me...

Get caught up on the biggest local stories shaping Milwaukee—from public safety to major city decisions—during the Top 5 @ 5. Then, the energy shifts as Truth Nation jumps into fun, thought-provoking rapid-fire questions, including a standout call from Steve that keeps things lively and engaging. A perfect mix of news, community voice, and real conversation to close out the show strong.

Dr. Ken Harris opens the hour with a powerful reflection on the life and legacy of Dr. William Finlayson, framing his passing as the loss of a vital witness to Black Milwaukee’s struggle and progress. The conversation centers on systemic barriers, institution-building, and the harsh reality that many of those institutions have since disappeared—raising urgent questions about how we preserve legacy...

The 5:00 hour kicks off with the Top 5 @ 5, highlighting major local and statewide headlines—from Milwaukee’s shift to bagged leaf collection and election mail concerns, to a massive bird migration, a north side shooting, and this week’s Wisconsin’s Most Wanted case. The conversation then turns to a thought-provoking poll: should race be included in news reporting, with strong listener opinions an...

The “Top 5 @ 5” covers key updates including financial events, market conversations, and local Milwaukee developments, followed by a quick-hit video on financial freedom. Dr. Ken then challenges listeners with practical money questions—from raising $1,000 in a week to handling a sudden $1M—while tying in broader debates like AOC’s comments on billionaires. The show closes by bringing it all togeth...

Dr. Ken opens with a powerful breakdown of financial advisors—who they help, who they hurt, and why discipline matters more than income when building real wealth in Milwaukee. Callers George, Sandra, and Al bring real community perspective, pushing the conversation deeper with honest back-and-forth. The hour wraps with audience engagement and live reactions, reinforcing one message: wealth isn’t a...

Today, Dr. Ken is joined by guests, and these gentlemen talk about everything you need and what you need to do to get to the next level!

We end the show on a lighter note, taking calls from Truth Nation, replying to YouTube chat as we try to figure out if taco trucks are really an issue downtown, and with an end of the show question about having a dinner with someone that just one conversation with could change everything for you.

Dr. Ken Harris opens the show with a powerful breakdown of the growing push for residents to register home security cameras with law enforcement. While acknowledging that surveillance footage is helping solve real crimes and deliver justice, he challenges listeners to think critically about the long-term implications of expanded surveillance—especially real-time access. As the conversation continu...

Dr. Ken Harris kicks off the 5 o’clock hour with the Top 5 @ 5, covering major headlines including Milwaukee honoring fallen officers, the passing of media pioneer Ted Turner, a cruise ship health scare, media hits and misses, and a major Medicaid fraud case in Milwaukee. The conversation then shifts to workplace culture with a lively discussion on what people should NOT do at work—sparking relata...

Dr. Ken opens the show with a powerful truth: your priorities aren’t what you say—they’re what your daily choices prove. Using a simple (but relatable) soda decision, he breaks down how small habits expose big truths about discipline, health, and growth. The conversation continues as listeners jump in via YouTube chat and talk-to-text, reflecting on their own real-life choices and contradictions....

The “Top 5 @ 5” delivers a mix of culture, community, and conversation starters—from Milwaukee’s Jazz in the Park lineup to a major Walgreens closure impacting the North Side. Listeners don’t hold back as callers and commenters weigh in on the Walgreens story, turning headlines into real-life impact. The discussion expands with Sandra and others chiming in on local concerns, including a potential...

Dr. Ken flips the Spirit Airlines story on its head—less about memes, more about what actually created the chaos. He breaks down how a business model built on ultra-low costs can unintentionally fuel high-stress behavior, and how social media turned moments into a movement. As the conversation unfolds, YouTube chat jumps in, reactions pour in, and the discussion pivots to a serious local story: Mi...

The Top 5 at 5 sets the tone with everything from storm chances to viral reactions about Spirit Airlines—and yes, the jokes keep coming. But it quickly turns deeper: policing, public safety, and a bizarre “Paranoia” incident involving a student that has people questioning judgment and accountability. The conversation shifts again as Dr. Ken and the YouTube chat dive into gerrymandering and politic...

Dr. Ken’s Truth leads the hour with a powerful monologue on why critical thinking is essential for progress in Milwaukee’s Black community. The conversation continues with a deeper dive into how emotional reactions—especially on social media—can replace analysis and keep cycles going. Listeners also explore how to evaluate the strength of an argument and what it really means to think independently...