In The Black Podcast

In this week’s episode, we tackle a Black Box Letter where a listener asks; “what you should do when your partner has an issue with you disciplining their child”. Is that a red flag for your relationship? Also we discuss why would the mayor of New York city (Eric Adams) bring back “Stop And Frisk” and how even after 2 years of marches, protests, and petitions, there is no evidence of any police departments getting defunded. What happened? And finally, we ask; who is Jack Harlow and why is he so popular? Is his rise in hiphop just another example of White faces in Black spaces? All that and much more.

In this week’s episode, our Black Box Letter is tackles Will Smith slapping Chris Rock live on stage at the Oscars. We discuss what the punishment may be, as well as the varying standpoints about toxic masculinity and Blackness that have stemmed from the incident. We also take a look at the recently released text messages surrounding the January 6 riots between former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows and Virginia (Ginni) Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. There is a growing chorus of voices in the democratic party that are calling for his impeachment. How likely is that? And does it even matter at the end of the day? We discuss that and much more.

In this week’s episode we tackle a Black Box Letter from a listener that asks what she should do to motivate her loving boyfriend, who she feels isn’t progressing fast enough for her. Also, we take a look at the recent supreme court nomination hearing of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. With an unprecedented level of questioning, Brown Jackson has stayed poised and professional under pressure. However, has the spectacle of the hearings kept us from asking deeper questions about her record? And recently the Reverend Al Sharpton has re-shined a spot light on the NBA’s investigation of Suns majority owner Robert Sarver. With numerous allegations of racism, sexism, and a hostile work environment, why has the NBA been so silent?

In this week’s episode we an Indiana HS teacher (Mike Hosinkski of Jimtown HS) caught on security camera striking a student. We ask whether or not there should be any empathy for the teacher. Next we tackle a recent article from INSIDER that details how Black home buyers are being pushed out of the housing market faster than any other demographic. Is this a new phenomena or just redlining called by a different name? And later we talk about how Congress has recently passed an anti-lynching bill, 65 years after the death of Emmett Till. What does this new bill signify for civil rights? We discuss all that and much more. IN-formed. IN-telligent. In The Black.

In this week’s episode, our Black Box Letter asks; is there a limit to the amount of sacrifice that a spouse should be expected to make for their partner? We also discuss the recent invasion of the Russian military into the Ukraine. How did we get here, and does that mean that this is the start of WW3? And with local legislatures across the country voting on or implementing laws meant to stop critical race theory, many African Americans believe that the teaching of Black History in schools is under threat. Are they right? All that and much more. IN-formed. IN-telligent. In The Black.

In this week's episode we discuss what emotional and social growth looks like.  And as Black men of a certain age, how we can recognize it and appreciate it in the moment.  Also, Philadelphia Housing Activist; Asantewaa Nkrumah-Ture, goes to court after landlord threatens her life.  We discuss how it got that far.  And a recent OP-ED in "The Hill" explains why Black voters are no longer supporting the Biden administration.  We dive into it and debate its accuracy.  All that and much more.  

In this week's episode we discuss how Joe Rogan (UFC/The Joe Rogan Experience) is once again under fire.  This time for a montage of clips of the podcaster using the n-word.  Should Spotify remove him from the platform all together?  We discuss.  Also, the NBA trade deadline has come and gone and major last minute trades have shaken up the NBA landscape.  Who are the winners and losers in the trade?  All that and much more.

In this week's episode we are joined by professor Dylan Rodriguez as we discuss the recent class action lawsuit filed by former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores against the NFL for racial discrimination.  Does he have a case, and what does this lawsuit mean for the future of the NFL?  Also, what is being done about the recent rash of bomb threats that are plaguing HBCUs across the country?  And Whoopi Goldberg was recently suspended from "The View" by ABC for comments she made about the holocaust.  Did ABC overreact?  We discuss.  All that and much more.  

In this week's episode we discuss the recent suicide deaths of both Ian Alexander (son of Regina King) and local Maryland mayor, Kevin Ward.  Why are Black men committing suicide at a high rate than their counterparts?  And mogul Jay-Z, Meek Mill, and others are making a push for the state of New York not to be able to use rap lyrics as evidence in criminal cases.  Is this a good thing or a bad thing.  We discuss this and much much more.  

In this week's episode we take a look back at year one of the Biden Administration. Their agenda, and the plans they have going forward. And with no major legislations passed, what grade are we giving it, and why?  And Tulsa pastor Michael Todd is facing backlash for rubbing spit on the face of a church member during his sermon.  We discuss the history pastor Todd, and how this isn't out of character for him.  All that and much more.

In this week's episode, we discuss how the recent call for an increase and stiff regulations in college football's NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deal.  How do the lack of "regulations" impact smaller schools and smaller conferences?  And rapper/songstress Lauryn Hill is set to executive produce a documentary on the life and family of famed writer, poet, and activist Amiri Baraka.  Is Hill the right person to head this ship?  All that and much more.

In this week's episode we examine the passing of Maxine McNair, the last of parents from the 1963 Birmingham church bombing that claimed the lives of 4 little girls. We tackle the legacy being left behind by many civil rights icons as that generation passes on.  We also take a look at a recent research study that shows that protests really do work in preventing police shootings.  How accurate is the data?  We discuss.  All that and much more.

In this week's episode we talk about if it makes sense for Black men to intentionally go looking for love outside of the country.  Even amidst the objections of residents, Atlanta approves a $90 million dollar, 300 acre, police training and boarding facility.  We try to understand why.  And recent studies have shown even with a 6 figure salary it's becoming harder and harder for Americans to achieve "The American Dream.  All that and much more.  

In this week's episode we ask; is it possible to have long lasting and healthy marriage, all while you and your spouse live in 2 separate homes?  We discuss the recent interview Vice President Kamala Harris did with Charlamagne Tha God.  Why did it go off the rails, and who really has the power right now among democrats?  And Americans have possibly seen their last Child Tax Credit check, all because Senator Joe Machin of West Virginia believes it will be used on drugs?  We cover all that and much more.

In this week's episode we discuss how Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has unveiled the states "Stop Woke Act" which is an effort to stop the nonexistent teaching of Critical Race Theory in grades K-12, and would allow parents to sue teachers they believe that violate this order.  We tell you what you need to know.  And the FBI's Use-Of-Force data base is in jeopardy of being shut down for good because not enough police departs are providing the data necessary to keep it going.  We discuss what could be the cause.  All that and much more.

In this week's episode, we discuss how a local plumber found roughly $600 thousand in cash and checks behind a false wall in Joel Osteen's Mega church.  How did this happen?  A White high school teacher from Tennessee gets fired from his job for teaching about White Privilege.  We discuss what lead up to this?  And the House recently passes a bill to authorize $770 Billion to fund the Pentagon.  Where is all this money coming from?  All that and much more.  Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black

In this week's episode we discuss how recent polling shows that a large portion of American's don't want to have children.  We take a look at the possible causes.  Also, we talk about how Barbados has officially cut its ties with Queen Elizabeth and the UK, and why that's cause to celebrate.  And why is one of the co-founders of Spotify investing in military AI, and is a boycott really necessary?  All that and much more.   Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black.

In this week's episode, we discuss "ghosting" and how to pick up on the "red flags" in a relationship.  We also tackle how Democrats allowed Glenn Youngkin to win in the Virginia gubernatorial race, and who's to blame.  And former Las Vegas Raider's wide receiver Henry Ruggs III was involved in a tragic car crash while under the influence of alcohol, that took the life of a 23 year old woman.  Does the NFL bear any responsibility in this?  All that and much more.  Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black.

In this week's episode we discuss Dave Chappelle and his on going battle against "cancel culture" and the Trans-Community.  Is Chappelle being singled out, or is this all self-inflicted?  Also, recently the Philadelphia police department held a press conference providing details about a rape case.  Only to find out that the details were a lie.  We talk about how this could happen.  All that and much more.   Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black

We discuss the recent verdict in the R. Kelly trail.  Kelly was found guilty on all counts and could be facing life in prison. We discuss how we got to this point and what part society, and the culture played in this.  And with millions still out of work across the country, Alabama and Oklahoma are using millions of Covid relief funds to build and renovate new prisons.  How is this possible?  We take a look.  All that and much more.  Informed.  Intelligent.  In The Black