Black & White With You & Me

This week, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini discuss Sandra Bland’s arrest and incarceration, which led to her unfortunate death in her jail cell. We include this story as one of our recurring segments called, “COPS GONE WILD,” this week it’s all about Texas. Also in the news, a 22-year-old white male decided to counter protest and long standing protest of a Confederate Statue by a 60-year-old black man, who has been protesting the statue since 2000, with a semiautomatic AR-15. And, a recent MSNBC poll has Donald Trump at 60% of Americans polled believe he’s a strong candidate for President. FEATURED ARTICLE Texas man confronts Confederate monument protester with loaded AR15 FEATURED MUSIC 1. What U Lookin' 4 by Redman 2. Lil' Ghetto Boy by Dr. Dre SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedropower Twitter: @blackwhiteyoume, @mikecasentini, @pedroisfunny

This week, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano discuss some of today’s newsworthy items, including a video Pedro found about 2 individuals who currently support the KKK and the Neo-Nazi movement. We also discuss MTV’s new show, premiering on July 22nd called “WHITE PEOPLE,” which leads into a conversation regarding white guilt. Also, we talk about Washington state’s Mayor of Airway Heights who has been asked to step down after racist Facebook posts were discovered relating to President Obama and The First Lady. We close the show with some more Trump talk. This week, he might have just sold the farm with his comments about McCain and his service to this country. FEATURED MUSIC 1. V.S.O.P. by K. Michelle SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedropower Twitter: @blackwhiteyoume, @mikecasentini, @pedroisfunny

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with actor Joel Steingold can be seen on IFC’s show called, “MARON” as well as “CSI: CYBER,” “SILVER BELLS,” and “DRAGNET” to say a few. In today’s episode, we discuss an array of topics including the Twitter feud between Kylie Jenner and Amandla Stenberg as it pertains to cultural appropriations. We also talk about Trump’s promo had a Nazi photo accidentally super imposed into the circulated promo. We close the show with a little talk regarding Iran and its Nuclear Program. GUEST CONNECTIONS Joel Steingold Website: http://www.joelsteingold.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joel.steingold Twitter: https://twitter.com/joelsteingold Instagram: https://instagram.com/joelsteingold IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1813689/ F EATURED MUSIC 1. Da Art of Storytellin', Pt. 1 by Outkast 2. Who Shot Ya? by Biggie SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedropower Twitter: @bla

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with actress and comedian, Kimrie Lewis-Davis. She’s been seen on such television and movies as "PEEPLES," "CHASING LIFE," "SCANDAL," and "STATE OF PLAY," just to name a few. In this episode, we get to know Kimrie a little bit and then we discuss the Confederate Flag coming down in South Carolina. We also discuss using the flag for personal and entertainment use as it pertains to merchandise and more specifically, Kid Rock’s use of the flag. We talk about Nikki Haley signing the legislation that brought the flag down as well as the FBI failure to stop Dylann Roof from acquiring a legal gun. We close the show with a little more Donald Trump talk. GUEST CONNECTIONS Kimrie Lewis-Davis Website: http://kimrie.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iAmKimrie Twitter: https://twitter.com/iamkimrie Instagram: https://instagram.com/iamkimrie FEATURED MUSIC 1. Strictly for my Jeeps by Action Bronson 2. Bag Lady by Erykah Badu SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetwor

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with Skinny, Eric and Brian from the comedy game show competition called, “ComedyCircuits.” The competition pops off this Sunday, July 12th at 10pm and the world famous Hollywood Improv. In this episode, we discuss the continuous fall from grace of comedian Bill Cosby. We also discuss the Texas public school system removing slavery from the curriculum. And, we close the show with a little NBA talk. GUEST CONNECTIONS ComedyCircuits Website: http://comedycircuits.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comedycircuits Twitter: https://twitter.com/comedycircuits Instagram: https://instagram.com/comedycircuits YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzU0vmdz1YDcm5es-HOZUmg FEATURED MUSIC 1. Off That (Feat. Drake) by Jay-Z 2. The R.O.C. by Jay-Z SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedropower Twitter: @blackwhiteyoume, @mikecasentini, @pedroisfunny

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Alan Cunningham to discuss the topics of the day. Alan is a comedian, actor, writer and producer. His current film, “THE SOUL AGENCY,” can be seen on YouTube. Click here, to watch it now. Be sure to hit the subscribe button. In this episode, we discuss our personal experiences for this 4th of July. Pedro enlightens us with a video he found, where a man interviews individuals on the street to find out their knowledge relating to Independents Day. We then focus on a recent “Cops Gone Wild” caught on video, where a Harlem man gets in an altercation with 2 plain clothed police officers. Alan and Pedro explain some of their own personal experiences with cops. GUEST CONNECTIONS Alan Cunningham Website: http://turnupthatac.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jokesbyAC Twitter: https://twitter.com/acthecomedian Instagram: https://instagram.com/acthecomedian YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUyoGxRw76sJvA5QdotA7cw Google+: https://plus.googl

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Pete Giovine to discuss the topics of the day. Pete currently opens for Nick Swardson on the comedy scene and is the host of Beacher’s Madhouse. He’s also the host of a popular Podcast called, “You’re On The List with Pete Giovine and Bret Ernst on The Network Studios. Today, we discuss un-friending someone on Facebook because they support marriage equality. We also discuss Donald Trumps recent statements, church burning in the south; an ISIS cake and the confederacy and Cuba. It’s a good show. GUEST CONNECTIONS Pete Giovine Website: http://petegiovine.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/petegiovine Twitter: https://twitter.com/petegiovine Instagram: https://instagram.com/petegiovine F EATURED MUSIC 1. Don’t Be a Follower - Black & White Soundtrack 2. Brick City Mashin’ by Redman SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedropower Twitter: @blackwhite

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Chris "Jonesy" Jones to discuss the topics of the day. Today, we discuss the Supreme Court ruling that upheld "Same Sex Marriage" and "Affordable Healthcare Act." We also discuss the current Republican candidates and Obama singing in church. GUEST CONNECTIONS Chris Jonesy Jones Website: http://jonesy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/funnyjones Twitter: https://twitter.com/funnyjones Instagram: https://instagram.com/funnyjones/ Google+: https://plus.google.com/105966887148697293673 FEATURED MUSIC 1. Believe by Cher2. Get Back Part II by Hi-Tek SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedropower Twitter: @blackwhiteyoume, @mikecasentini, @pedroisfunny

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Kevin Shea to discuss the topics of the day. We learn a very interesting perspective from a comedian, who happens to be of Korean descent, but who was adopted and raised by two white parents in Pennsylvania. We also talk about Obama’s recent visit to one of our fellow comedians and very very successful Podcast brothers, WTF with Marc Maron, where the President down the n-word. That takes use into another discussion about the use of the n-word. We wrap everything up with a little conversation about the Confederate Flag. GUEST CONNECTIONS Kevin Shea Website: http://www.kevinshea.tv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kevin-Shea-FanPage/237099858988 Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevinsheacomedy Instagram: @kevinsheacomedy FEATURED MUSIC 1. Right Above It (Feat. Lil Wayne) by Drake2. Let The Monkey Out by Redman SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedrop

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini do things a little different than normal. Due to the recent events in Charleston, South Carolina at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, where 9 black church going members were murdered by 21 year-old Dylann Roof, we decided to focus the show on the racism issue in America. We open the show with a 5 minute audio clip from Dixin White, a self-admitted reformed racist, who calls it like it is and explains that white people need to change their way of thinking. We continue the conversation, discussing Dylann Roof and his so-called friends as well as discuss the Confederate Flag. FEATURED MUSIC 1. Sweet Thing by Rufus & Chaka Khan SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedropower Twitter: @blackwhiteyoume, @mikecasentini, @pedroisfunny

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Willis turner to discuss the topics of the day. Pedro is back from his trip to Miami and we find out how went. With the NBA Finals coming to an end on Tuesday with the Golden State Warriors winning the championship, we congratulate Pedro for winning the office pool. Donald Trump announced that he will be running for President in 2016 and gives a 45 minute speech that was one for the record books. Our show wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Rachel Dolezal, which is just the beginning of a longer conversation. Racial Reassignment Surgery. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Pedro is back from Miami. 2. NBA Finals, Golden State Warriors win, Pedro wins the office pool. 3. Republican candidates, Donald Trump is running for President. 4. Rachel Dolezal GUEST CONNECTIONS Willis Turner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/willis.turner.9?fref=ts Twitter: https://twitter.com/willisturner1 Instagram: @makimlaff FEATURED MUSIC 1. I Wanna Be Your Lover by Prince 2. Le

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini pre-recorded this episode, because Pedro is off to Miami for a bachelor party for one of his good friends. So, we take a sidestep from the normal routine and instead break down some of today’s music including Snoop Doggs new album “Bush.” Because, we try to be a newsworthy show, we close this episode with the “Prison Break” story from New York. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Pedro is going to Miami for a bachelor party. We take a little time to talk about what they might embark on while in Florida. 2. We spend the majority of the show, listening to music, and focusing on Snoop Dogg and his new album “Bush.” This is outside our normal focus, but we had a lot of fun doing it. 3. We then do a little iTunes Music Library surfing through Mike’s catalog. 4. Prison Break in New York. FEATURED MUSIC 1. All Day by Kanye West 2. Be Real by Kid Ink 3. California Roll by Snoop Dogg 4.This City by Snoop Dogg 5. R U A Freak by Snoop Dogg 6. Awake by Snoop Dogg 7. So Many Pros by Snoop Dogg 8

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini and Aaron Burleson sit down with comedian and Cleveland native, Jason Lawhead. Currently, Jason can be seen on the road opening for BIll Burr and Sebastian Maniscalco. He’s also been seen on AXS “Live At Gotham,” and “The Artie Lange Show.” He has his own Podcast called “Lawhead’s Court” started at “The Network Studios” but now on the “All Things Comedy” network and a new sports commentary VODcast on YouTube called “From 3” Today, we discuss the NBA Finals as well as a recap on C.G.W. McKinney Texas. Pedro informs us about an F.B.I. report that discovered the KKK infiltration into local police forces. Finally, we close the show with a response from Bob Costas relating to the ESPY’s awarding Caitlyn Jenner with this year’s Courage Award. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. NBA Finals, Cleveland up 2 games to 1 against the Golden State Warriors. 2. Meeting Dad for the first time 3. Cops Gone Wild: Recap: McKinney, Texas. Officer Casebolt Retires 4. F.B.I. investigation discovers the K

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Tony Baker to discuss the topics of the day. In this episode, we bring back one of our recurring segments called, “COPS GONE WILD,” this week featuring a McKinney, Texas Police Officer who decided to pull a gun on black teenagers who were engaging non-violently at a pool party in a Dallas suburb. We also focus on Serena Williams (Tennis Pro) recent Grand Slam win at the French Open.Mike brings up his feelings related to recent news stories and the news agencies decision to create the narrative in America, and not in what Mike believes is a positive one. No episode would be complete without bashing Chet Haze aka Chester Hanks, Tom Hanks son. Finally, we close with a big announcement. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. COPS GONE WILD: McKinney, Texas. Police officer pulls gun on teens while on a call for a summertime pool party. 2. Serena Williams speaks French at the French Open. Rosetta Stone really works. 3. News Outlets are aggressively setting the narrativ

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian and sketch performer, Francesca Lavezzo. Also sitting in is our good friend and show intern Aaron Burleson. Today, we discuss the newly released movie called “Aloha” as well as the response from those who watched it. We do a recap on a recent “Cops Gone Wild” regarding the Barstow police who arrested a pregnant black woman. We give our predictions on the NBA finals. Finally, we had to talk about, we close the show discussing Caitlyn Jenner. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Aloha (Movie) response to the release of the movie. 2. Recap of Cops Gone Wild, Barstow California 3. NBA Finals Predictions 4. Caitlyn Jenner FEATURED MUSIC 1. Whoa! by Black Rob 2. The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly) by Missy Elliott SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedropower Twitter: @blackwhiteyoume, @mikecasentini, @pedroisfunny

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian/actor, Courtney Black. You find out Courtney by visiting her website, courtneyblackcomedy.com as well as her web series, “Conversations with Courtney.” this Wednesday, she will be appearing at the Venice Townhouse. Accompanying her in the studio are her cousins from out of town, Dyymond and Ashlyn. Today’s show is packed with news, topics and a bunch of opinion. Ashlyn is a Baltimore native who jumps on the microphone for a minute to give her insight to the overall feeling of the people in her home town. Pedro lets us in on a story he found relating to a black retired 19 year veteran of the police force and all the racist incidences he encountered during his tenure. Once again, “Cops Gone Wild,” this time it’s in Barstow California. We also discuss the Kanye West vs. Michelle Obama situation, the Patriot Act expiring and B.B. King death, is it murder? That and much more. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Ashlyn, a Baltimore native give her insight to events

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss the news of the day. In studio with them is voiceover talent and engineer, Rena-Marie Villano and producer, Aaron Burleson. Today, they discuss the upcoming feature films, Aloha (Sony) directed by Cameron Crowe, and the reboot of the Fantastic 4 with Michael B. Jordan as “The Human Torch.” We also discuss the recent flooding in Texas, which leads us to discover what our personal choices are of the worst types of natural disasters. We conclude the episode with the topic of homelessness and how Utah is handling the problem. Oh yeah, and one of our biggest fans, good ol’ Tom, has chimed in once again. You gotta hear this. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Social Sites 2. Fan Mail: Tom 3. Aloha (2015) SONY, directed by Cameron Crowe, starring Bradley Cooper and Rachel McAdams. We discuss the supposed discrimination and lack of use of local natives on the film sets in Hawaii. 4. Michael B. Jordan (Actor) to play The Human Torch for the reboot of the Fantastic Four.

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with two wonderful guests to discuss some news items of the day. One of the guests is Mike’s good friend, comedian, actor and Podcaster, Lawrence Thomas. The other is a special surprise, all the way from Detroit, author and mother to Black Pedro, Lolita Hernandez. One of the stories we discuss is very disturbing. A woman was found pushing her dead baby on a swing, which leads us into a discussion about parks in general. We also bring up Ben Carson again, which leads us to a discussion on public education. Currently, HBO is featuring a documentary called “Southern Rites,” which focuses on a small area of Georgia, that up until a few years ago was still having segregated Proms. We discuss the documentary, which leads us to mentioning a book called “Strange History of Jim Crow.” Finally, Mike explains how he deals with local Crack Kats. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Mother found pushing dead baby on the swings in a local park. Mike describes his experience with swings an

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss some news items of the day. This week, we welcome a new member of the BWYM family, aspiring comedian, actor, writer, activist, rapper, producer, Aaron Burleson. Aaron is coming on board to help us with our shows production including show content and segment development, social engagement and fact checking. His role is a much needed addition to our show as our show is growing in support. In this episode, we discuss the recent Biker Gang related incident in Texas and why aren’t we calling them “thugs.” Also, Aaron Hernandez makes news doing some thuggery while locked up in jail. Recently, brought to our attention was the “White house” Google Maps search result for “Nigga House.” We asks what’s up with that. CNN is all over the David Letterman finale, but what about the rest of the news? Finally, Los Angeles is looking to raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour. We give our 2 cents on that issue. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. We welcome Aaron Burleson to the BW

This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss some news items of the day. This week, we welcome Rena-Marie Villano, Podcast engineer and professional voice over talent as well as Mike's girlfriend onto the show. We finally get her on mic to hear her perspective. We also discuss David Letterman and Mad Men, it's an end of an era. Also, Janet Jackson celebrates a birthday and announces a new album is on the way. Pedro bring to our attention the photographer and artist, Tyler Shields and some of his controversial work. And, finally, we end the show with Loretta Sanchez, congresswoman of California, who put her foot in her mouth and Louis C.K. controversial comedy on SNL. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. We welcome our Podcast engineer, Rena-Marie Villano 2. David Letterman’s Final Show 3. Mad Men Finale 4. Janet Jackson New Album Announcement 5. Photographer, Tyler Shields 6. Congresswoman, Loretta Sanchez 7. Louis C.K. on SNL Finale FEATURED MUSIC 1. Definition by Black Star 2. The Choice Is Yours by Black