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The UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoBernie Sanders is the latest to go MAGA-lite and it's really problematicSenator Bernie Sanders is the latest in the democratic party to move towards appealing the #maga base. I understand he is a registered independent, but obviously he rides with democrats. His comments on the @OfficialFlagrant podcast was discussing and he loses even more credibility in that space. The fact of the matter is that republicans build their entire platform on identity politics and while democrats have their own challenges, to equate them as a "threat to democracy" is extremely problematic and nonsensical. #berniesanders #adnrewschulz #upstander #flagrant #flagrantpodcast #hillaryclinton #kamalaharris #barackobama STAY CONNECTED:
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Website | http://www.omekongo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-04-2957 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoJoe Scarborough failed to challenge Tom HomanIt is frustrating to watch networks continue to platform #tomhoman as if what he and the #trump administration is doing is normal and legal. #joescarborough failed to adequately challenge Homan and did not let the other panelists ask questions. He also gave Homan several outs, which was problematic and threw in Homan working under Obama, which was misleading at best. Scarborough also failed to ask about student visa holders, who are absolutely here legally and didn't skip the line or disrespect the process. Stop platforming this man if you are not going to seriously challenge him! #mohsenmahdawi #trump #morningjoe...2025-04-2109 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoKamala Harris ain't President! Stop blaming her for EVERYTHING!It's amazing how people still are blaming #kamalaharris for what's happening now or letting people down, etc. but have minimal to no smoke for #trump right now who is actively destroying America. If half the energy used to critique Kamala, who is now a private citizen, was directed at the Trump and #elonmusk administration, we could get somewhere. #vpharris #kamalaharris #caa #creativeartsagency #palestine #gazaSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http...2025-02-2614 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDear John Legend, if you love Black women, do NOT perform in Kigali! Same for you Global Citizen!John Legend should not be used as a branding tool for Rwandan President Paul Kagame. Global Citizen should also not be organizing events in Kigali in support of someone called Africa's Hitler. The poem I shared her can be found on all of your platforms. It's called "Welcome to the Congo." I did it from memory since I haven't shared it recently. Here is the poem on Apple Music but you can get it wherever you get tyour music: https://music.apple.com/tz/album/welcome-to-the-congo/43635802?i=43635758 #rwanda #kigali #congo #m23 #oprahwinfrey #paulkagame #drc #globalcitizen #moveafrika #kinshasa #dibinga #kendricklamar2025-02-2117 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDear John Legend, if you love Black women, do NOT perform in Kigali! Same for you Global Citizen!John Legend should not be used as a branding tool for Rwandan President Paul Kagame. Global Citizen should also not be organizing events in Kigali in support of someone called Africa's Hitler. The poem I shared her can be found on all of your platforms. It's called "Welcome to the Congo." I did it from memory since I haven't shared it recently. Here is the poem on Apple Music but you can get it wherever you get tyour music: https://music.apple.com/tz/album/welcome-to-the-congo/43635802?i=43635758 #rwanda #kigali #congo #m23 #oprahwinfrey #paulkagame #drc #globalcitizen #moveafrika #kinshasa #dibinga #kendricklamar2025-02-1617 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoUSAID feeds White kids too...The way that USAID stories are being portrayed really only show what they do in African countries. This starving African or starving Black person narrative plays in more parts of society than you'd think. Would love your thoughts on this. #elonmusk #usaid #africa #trumpSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mis...2025-02-1406 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoY'all still mad at Kendrick Lamar and the Superbowl halftime show? Here's my take!Not surprised that people against diversity, equity, and inclusion are mad at the halftime show. Here's my take. @kendricklamar #superbowl #halftimeshow2025 #nfl @NFL #drake #serenawilliams #hiphop #doechii STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matt...2025-02-1309 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoSpeaking on Trump's DEI attack on DC News NowI appeared on the CW show "DC News Now" with Hayley Limon to talk about the real consequences of Trump's anti-DEI policies. #trump #dei #mei #hayleylimon #upstander #diversityequityinclusion #target #walmart #costco STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | / omekongo Twitter | / omekongo Facebook | / omekongo Website | http://www.omekongo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-2704 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoSpeaking on Trump's DEI attack on DC News NowI appeared on the CW show "DC News Now" with Hayley Limon to talk about the real consequences of Trump's anti-DEI policies. #trump #dei #mei #hayleylimon #upstander #diversityequityinclusion #target #walmart #costco STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | / omekongo Twitter | / omekongo Facebook | / omekongo Website | http://www.omekongo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-01-2704 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoAre Stephen A. Smith and Charlamagne right about Snoop, Rick Ross, Nelly, & Soulja Boy?The inaugural performances by @snoopdogg @SouljaBoy @rickross4913 and @nelly should provide all of us with an opportunity to reflect on rappers and what we have done to build them up. Furthermore, those like @stephenasmith @BreakfastClubPower1051FM and others who say these rappers are beyond reproach are absolutely wrong. #breakfastclub #stepehenasmith #snoopdogg #souljaboy #rickross STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com Learn more about y...2025-01-2612 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoBillionaires aren't SCARED of Trump. They're JOINING Trump!Elon Musk, Zuckerberg and others are not scared of Trump. They see him as an avatar in their quest for world domination in their industries. The sooner we realize that, the sooner we can rethink our strategy to continue the fight for everyday people to have a chance at justice and being to advance in society. They are not afraid. They are banning together and we who believe in humanity for all must do the same!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongo2025-01-2407 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoTrump was voted in for the color of his skin, not the content of his characterI saw Xavier Pope say this and it really resonated with me. This country must be honest about it's history of hate, racism, and misogyny. This country excused slavemasters and confederate soldiers. There is an always an excuse to not tell the full story and excuse away racist behavior. Part of speaking truth to power is being honest about this. #trump #inauguration #inauguration2025 #biden #pardon #marcusgarvey #marilynmosby #mlk #mlkday2025 STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com...2025-01-2011 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoThe hypocrisy of critiques of Biden's vs. Trump's pardonsIt is complete nonsense that people are saying President Biden's pardoning of his son gives Trump a permission structure on pardons, especially since he has already been doing it. Furthermore, Hunter Biden has no political aspirations, unlike Trump who puts those he pardons in office. Trump's entire brand is about nepotism politically as well as through his business. #trump #biden #hunterbiden #parrdon #doj #kamala #jaredkushner #kushner STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongo...2024-12-0407 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoSaying ONLY Black women did everything in the election and beyond is wrongAs a child, I learned that it was Black men like Dr. King who did everything to make sure Black people got civil rights. The real stories of Black women leaders of this time period were not shared with me. Coretta Scott King and other prominent women were not accurately portrayed to me. What I am seeing now is a story that is reversing the narrative and now saying that it's Black women who do and did everything and now they're tired of doing it for everyone and checking out. 1) That is not accurate and 2) you can't check out...2024-11-2515 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. Omekongo2024 election: are Black women not "normal" or "working class"?It is so disrepectful to hear politicians, news hosts, and so-called strategists talk about how democrats need to start talking to "normal" and "working class" people again as if Black women and Black people overall are not normal or working class. The fact that the group that voted 92% for democrats is now being thrown to the side will really cost democrats in the future. Clearly running away from the democratic base did not work. Running further away from that base would be catastrophic.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongo2024-11-2213 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoTo Maureen Dowd and others: stop saying WOKE if you can't define it!This is a response to Maureen Dowd's New York Times article entitled "Democrats and the Case of Mistaken Identity Politics." Her first sentence ends with "woke is broke." I am so tired of people dismissing our politics to a slang term and once again, it reflects a real disconnect with the social justice community. #maureendowd #newyorktimes #oped #woke #socialjustice #joescarborough #morningjoe #msnbc #msnbcnews STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | / omekongo Twitter | / omekongo Facebook | / omekongo Website | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the U...2024-11-1325 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoVote or Shut up the 2024 remix (official music track and video)It's time to vote or shut up! Let's go!Listen on iTunes: https://music.apple.com/us/album/vote-or-shut-up/1537698245?i=1537698788Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/3yiMcBYStGihznTDvjKbaI?si=249f4c98910f4bfe#hiphop #kamala #kamalaharris #trump #donaldtrump #jdvance #timwalz #election2024 #arnoldpalmer STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__2024-10-2103 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy Interview with bestselling author Zena Walker!It was an honor to have the great Zenda Walker. Zenda is a best-selling, award-winning author, licensed cosmetologist, and beauty marketing executive. Originally from the Bronx, New York, she enjoys traveling, spontaneous dance parties, exploring and developing beauty trends, and chocolate desserts. Zenda is a co-founder of Bounce Mobile Fitness Club, LLC. – a fitness business specializing in rebounding workouts. Zenda resides in New York with her daughter Zara Olivia.We discussed her bestselling book "Zara's Wash Day" and her work with Lupita Nyong'o, who wrote the foreword. We also discussed her up coming book "Zi...2024-07-2935 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoWill Kamala's VP pick be a DEI or affirmative action hire?There has been such disrespect towards VP Harris in calling her a DEI hire. If people want to play that route, will the pick for Vice President be called a "DEI hire" as well? The notion put out is that she has to pick a White, sis-gendered Christian male because America may not be ready for an all female ticket like Harris/Whitmer or a gay VP like Pete Buttigiege or a Jewish VP like Shapiro. I hope that America will be at a point where it can reject this because it is basically White male privilege rearing its...2024-07-2305 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoBiden out and endorses Kamala. Will Dr. King be right about White moderates and liberals?Dr. King said that White moderates (I'll add liberals) often tell Black people to wait for freedom; that they believe in freedom on an installment plan. This is how I see what has been happening with democratic politicians who said President Biden should drop out but wouldn't openly endorse Vice President Kamala Harris. It would be a tragic error if the Democratic Party did not fully embrace Harris. It would just be the latest example that King was right.#biden #vicepresidentkamalaharris #kamalaharris #harris #trump #election2024 #upstander #drking #martinlutherking STAY...2024-07-2309 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoSpeaking on Biden's AME church visit...and Mia Love on Roland Martin's showOn #rolandmartinunfiltered I shared my reaction to President Biden speaking at the AME church as well as former representative Mia Love's weird and unacceptable response to it.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no...2024-07-2105 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoBiden debate response: with democratic "friends" like these, who needs enemies?The response to Biden's performance and what should happen thereafter is absolutely ridiculous! These democrats and so-called defenders of democracy had a poorer performance than Biden and their lack of objectivity is astounding. And it was a mistake to even have Biden debate Trump but we can get into that another day. Trump supporters fall in line while democratic supporters are still waiting to fall in love! We have to do better!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http...2024-06-2815 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoJay-Z Philadelphia voucher program doesn't reflect his history of Black philanthropy but...Jay-Z has a strong history of philanthropy to the Black community nationally and internationally. My hope is that he will realize that this program is not inline with what he has traditionally invested in regarding the Black community. It is is also important that we do a better job of not pointing to one individual as ruining something without looking at all the role-players involved in front of and behind the scenes, similar to how Jay-Z has been blamed for every issue with diversity in the @NFL . We have to do better and lastly we still most hold individuals ac...2024-06-1209 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoHarrison Butker gave a MAGA speech. Do ALL Catholics really support it?Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker gave a MAGA speech. The media has handpicked certain lines but should do a better job of dissecting this Trumpian speech. I dissect it below. I also dismantle the idea that speech is always OK as long as it speaks to that audience. https://lnkd.in/eUnedGdh #harrisonbutker #dei #deib #diversityequityandinclusionSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__2024-05-2818 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoRest in Peace & Power Dr. Joe Madison!This is a tough time for those of us who knew and loved Dr. Joe Madison. I share my reflections here.#siriusxm #siriusxmurbanviewSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an inj...2024-02-0712 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoThe Problem w/the Breakfast Club Nikki Haley InterviewNikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy, and others don't respect Black intellect and historians. They see the Breakfast Club as a softball place where they won't really get pressed. I also propose some suggestions of what they can do to make their interviews stronger because ultimately, these interviews do their listeners a disservice. We need to demand that people who seek to lead us speak to our actual leaders but too many in America see Black entertainers as our leaders from Chris Rock to Steve Harvey, which I also speak about more in depth here.STAY...2024-02-0218 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoClaudine Gay, George Floyd, and DEI are NOT responsible for rising antisemitismDr. Claudine Gay's resignation is just the latest in the republican attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion. These so-called conservatives and republicans are also hypocrites because they are more connected to anti-semites and Neo-Nazis than any other group of people in the United States, starting with former President Donald Trump. They are using our attempts to create a more inclusive country that it is as good as its promise. The racism, sexism, and downright vitriol directed towards Dr. Gay should be a wake-up call for all of us who are fighting for equality in America and beyond. If you...2024-01-0308 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMalcolm Nance answers my question on if Israel is creating more terroristsOn Roland Martin's show, I asked military and security expert Malcolm Nance if the way in which Israel is retaliating against Hamas could have the reverse outcome that the Israeli government is looking for and actually create more terrorists than fewer. I prefaced my point by saying that I do not believe that you can bomb an idea away. You can watch the entire segment with Roland and my co-panelists here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGL3NsTU81A&t=4s @rolandsmartin #rolandmartin #rolandmartinunfiltered #malcolmnance @MalcolmNanceMedia #Israel #hamas #palestine #islam #upstanderSTAY...2023-11-0106 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoSpeaking on Fox News on Combatting BigotryI appeared on Fox32 Chicago to discuss bigotry, bias, and my new bestselling book "Lies About Black people." One thing we discussed from my book is "The Rule of 7." These are 7 questions you should ask yourself, your community, your school, or your company to see how truly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion you really are. #diversity #diversityequityinclusion #'''''''''''''' #deibj #antiracism #liesaboutblackpeople #foxSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www...2023-09-1204 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoJamie Foxx Apologized to Jewish People. Now What?Now that Jamie Foxx has apologized, who is going to work to have the courageous conversations? Who is going to speak about what the story of Jesus means to Black people vs. Jewish people so we can better understand each other? We live in a society where outrage is an industry. It's easier to destroy than it is to build. Who wants to build together?STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite...2023-08-0907 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoCan we Teach Henrietta Lacks in Schools Today?"Justice delayed is justice denied." It has taken too long for the family of Henrietta Lacks to get any form of justice. The settlement with Thermo Scientific brings her story to a new group of people who did not know her story but can her story be taught in some of our school systems like in Florida today under #desantis or in other states?STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http...2023-08-0207 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoPt. 2 My Affirmative Action & Supreme Court Debate on i24 NewsPlease share your comments on this important debate. Where do you stand on affirmative action? #affirmativeaction #upstander #jobob #joyannreid @jobob_ STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matter how small or la...2023-07-0609 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoPt. 1: My Affirmative Action & Supreme Court Debate on i24 NewsI joined Jobob of Turning Point USA and Dan Perry (formerly of the Associate Press for a debate on 124 News about the fallout from the Supreme Court decision. Be sure to watch pt. 2! #affirmativeaction #supremecourt #joyannreid #i24news #liesaboutblackpeople #liesaboutblackpeoplebook. #upstander @jobob_ STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to in...2023-07-0612 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoAffirmative Action Supreme Court Decision is a Challenge to America!No law can make a people committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. In this video I speak to the hypocrisy of both the #unc and #harvard decisions. In your company, school, religious institution, and your community overall, if you are committed to a world where everyone can be celebrated instead of tolerated and have equitable and equal opportunity, you should be energized by this treacherous decision to do more and fight more for an inclusive country! My book "Lies About Black People: how to combat racist stereotypes and why it matters" also speaks to to the affirmative action debate...2023-06-3011 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoA Preview Of My New Book "Lies About Black People"!Take a look at my new book! In this video I talk about "Lies About Black People: how to combat racist stereotypes and why it matters" (foreword by Dr. Michael Eric Dyson). Check out the chapter titles so you know what's inside. I also talk about the poetry in the book, the interviews with everyday people about their antiracist journey, as well as the activities I share with you at the end of chapters for you to process what you just read. I also speak about all the hot topics of the day from critical race theory and housing...2023-06-2707 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoPray The Anti-gay Away (a poem for Pride month and beyond)We gotta fight and pray the anti-gay awayYou can’t be gayYou can’t be queerSchools supposed to be a place for comfortBut for some students & staff, it’s all about fearHow can we keep our kids in schoolsThat wanna ban LGBTQ+ the fact that they were never really welcomeBut many of us have triedMany of us fought for equality while our friends and fam felt the government liedThey wanna ban th...2023-06-1602 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy take on White extremists on Roland Martin 1 year after Buffalo shootingsAs the Patriot Front showed us on Mother's Day weekend, White racist extremism is growing in society and we have to do more as a society to stop it. #danielpenny #jordanneely #rolandmartin #upstander #patriotchannel #liesaboutblackpeople #liesaboutblackpeoplebook #rolandmartinunfilteredSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the glo...2023-05-2003 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoJordan Neely and our dying humanityTalking here about Jordan Neely and our dying humanity. #Upstander #JordanNeely#danielpenny#danielperry#Trump#desantis STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matter how small or large. He is a motivational speaker, trilingual poet, TV talk sho...2023-05-2007 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoBye CNN...Thoughts on the Trump Disgraceful TownhallWhat you consume, you consent to. We can't consent to the misogynistic, hateful, and defamatory downhill conducted by CNN with former President Donald Trump. Your political affiliation should not prevent you from calling out ignorance and hate. I am sharing my thoughts on it in my commentary below. Would love your thoughts. #diversityequityinclusion #dei #deib #inclusion #trump #kaitlancollins #cnntownhallSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__2023-05-1207 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy Summer Challenge to College & High School Students!This needs to be a summer of action! Don't talk about it. BE about it! This would be a great time as we go into the summer to think about what YOU are going to focus on this summer and beyond. Change starts with YOU! Let's go UPstanders!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the U...2023-05-0307 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoSharing my thoughts on Ralph Yarl shooting on Roland Martin ShowI shared my thoughts on the Roland Martin #RolandMartinUnfiltered show about the senseless shooting of 16-year old #RalphYarl and how it connects to Dr. Kings concept of "thingification." #diversityequityinclusion #blacklivesmatter #upstander #liesaboutblackpeoplebook #dei #deib #tuesdayvibe STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to tak...2023-04-1803 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoThe implicit bias with Angel Reese, Justin Jones & Justin PearsonThere are similarities between the stories of Angel Reese, Justin Jones, Justin Pearson, Caitlin Clark, and Gloria Johnson that I unpack here. It all comes down to implicit & unconscious bias. Would love your thoughts! #angelreese#unconsiousbias #implicitbias #upstander #antiracism #liesaboutblackpeople #liesaboutblackpeoplebook #tennesseethree#tennesseetwo #justinjones #justinpearson #gloriajohnson #lsu #caitlinclark #deib #dei #antiracismSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His lif...2023-04-0707 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoIn Support of the Transgender Community...I'm sharing this video to express my support for the #trans community. We can have conversations about things like sports, etc. but the persecution and targeting of another set of human beings cannot be allowed on our watch. I ask all of you to do what you can to vocally and physically support the #transgender community. We need more partners, not allies. Allies go to the game and cheer on their favorite team and go home whether their team wins or loses. Partners are on the field fighting for the prize - humanity and human decency. If you come...2023-03-2906 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoTalking to Massy Arias about diet vs. lifestyleI asked fitness superstar Massy Arias her thoughts about dieting vs. a lifestyle focused on just eating right on Roland Martin #rolandmartinunfiltered. She shared some great points that we all should follow and that we should also use if we’re caring for elderly people in our lives that could help them get off of medication. Check it out! #massyarias #intermittentfasting #diet #exercise #thursdaythoughts #upstanderSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | ht...2023-03-1604 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDemocracy: if you don't use it, you lose it!This video is a call to action. I call it: "Democracy: if you don't use it, you lose it." I'm sharing my thoughts here because so many of us believe what the Washington Post says that democracy dies in darkness. In reality, as we are seeing in Florida with DeSantis, the ending of Roe v. Wade, attacks on voting rights and more. If we don't stand up, we lose. It's a call for more of us to be #upstanders and not bystanders. Lastly, it's a call for us all to use our platform to create communities where everyone can...2023-03-0707 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoRacism in swimming? My question to Howard University swim coachIn my upcoming book (July), "Lies About Black People: how to combat racist stereotypes and why it matters" I have a chapter focused on the racism Black people faced over just wanting to use local swimming pools. I spoke on "Roland Martin Unfiltered" with Howard University Swim Team coach Nicholas Askew about this issue. If you don't know, Howard is the only HBCU (Historically Black Colleges & Universities) that has a swim team. They made history as the first Black swim team to grace the cover of Sports Illustrated. His answer is powerful! #dei #deib #diversityequityinclusion #howarduniversity #liesaboutblackpeople #rolandmartin #rolandmartinunfiltered...2023-03-0103 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy Warning to White Parents who don't challenge DeSantisIn this segment on "Roland Martin Unfiltered", I warn White and other non-Black parents about the dangers of not getting involved in the fight to ensure that a complete history of America is taught. In Desantis' latest temper tantrum, he is threatening to remove ALL AP courses so now ALL parents are at risk of not getting AP courses counted. If these parents joined Black parents from the beginning in protest, this could have been prevented. The College Board also let us down too! #rolandmartinunfiltered #rolandmartin #upstander #liesaboutblackpeopleSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http...2023-02-2203 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoThe problem with Idris Elba's "Black Actor" commentsThis video is my response to Idris Elba. While I can understand some of what Idris Elba & John Boyega said about not identifying as a Black actor and questioning directors and typecasting, there was another statement that Elba made that was really problematic: "Racism is very real. But from my perspective, it’s only as powerful as you allow it to be.” #dei #deib #upstander #liesaboutblackpeople #diversityspeaker #blackhistorymonth #blackhistorymonth2023STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omek...2023-02-1507 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy Thoughts on Rihanna and other Black Hate at the Super BowlSharing my thoughts on the #Rihanna, the #superbowl, the National Anthem, Black quarterbacks and more on Roland Martin's show #rolandmartinunfiltered #lifteveryvoice #liesaboutblackpeopleSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matter how small or lar...2023-02-1404 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDebate on Tyre Nichols Murder on i24 NewsI sat down with i24 News in Israel for a debate on the implications of Tyre Nichol's murder. The rest of the panel included Newsweek Editor-in-Chief at Newsweek and retired detective & sargent Benjamin Salerno. We discussed everything from inherent racism in policing to whether it matters if his killers were Black officers. As Tyre's funeral ends today, let our activism never stop! #tyrenichols #blacklivesmatterSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com2023-02-0123 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDiscovering our common humanity in 2023!In this video, I'm sharing my thoughts on what we need to do in 2023 and beyond to discover our common humanity and work to find common ground in these uncommon times. In so many ways, it's now or never if we truly want to create Dr. King's beloved community where everyone can be celebrated and not tolerated! Let's GO! #upstander #diversity #equity #inclusion #liesaboutblackpeople #mlkday2023 #mlkSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongo...2023-01-1707 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoBrittney Griner's Haters & HypocritesSharing my thoughts on the hater of Brittney Griner's release and those talking about her not being worthy. Furthermore, I discuss how we need to paint a complete picture of Paul Whelan, who should also be home.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the glo...2022-12-1607 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDeion Sanders and "Black Savior" MentalityOn Roland Martin's show, "Roland Martin Unfiltered," I share my thoughts on Deion Sanders leaving Jackson State University.#deionsanders #jacksonstateuniversity #upstander #liesaboutblackpeopleSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no...2022-12-0803 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoKanye, Kyrie, & Amazon: hypocrisy & hopeI stand with everyone who is fighting anti-semitism and being an UPstander and not a bystander. We cannot condemn Kanye and Kyrie without also speaking to the industries and companies that have also promoted either anti-semitism and and anti-Blackness.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all acr...2022-11-0409 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoJane Elliott responds my question on The Little Mermaid controversyI asked legendary educator and antiracist activist Jane Elliott on the Roland Martin show about her thoughts on The Little Mermaid controversy. She drops some wisdom! #rolandmartin #RolandMartinUnfilteredSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an inj...2022-10-1103 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy Interview on Fox 5 News on Abortion, Inflation, and ImmigrationI appeared on Fox 5 with republican strategist Andrew King to discuss the midterm elections on "On the Hill" with host Tom Fitzgerald.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matter how small or lar...2022-09-2008 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoThe Hypocrisy of the Black Little Mermaid BacklashSharing my thoughts on the ignorance, hate, racism, and hypocrisy to "The Little Mermaid" being played by a black woman. It is truly an opportunity to reflect on white portrayals of nonwhite people in film historically as well as an opportunity to reflect on creating a society where everybody can be celebrated and not tolerated! Let's GO! #littlemermaid #hallebailey #disney #diversity #equity #diversityequityinclusion #upstander STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http...2022-09-1607 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoThe Stereotype Project Founders Join the Upstander's Podcast!I was honored to sit down with the founders of The Stereotype Project, Gian Franco and Liz Kim. The Stereotype Project seeks to deconstruct the way we learn about people and cultures while highlighting the gaps and illuminating limited and biased representations of social groups in the media. Learn more about them at https://www.thestereotypeproject.org.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__...2022-08-2340 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDiscussing the Future of Democracy with Farajii on "The Culture"I was so honored to sit down with Farajii on "The Culture" on Roland Martin's Black Star Network. Roland is really bringing great shows and content to the world and I was honored to be on this show. You can also catch me on Monday nights on #rolandmartinunfiltered. Let's GO!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. H...2022-08-1824 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoPt. 2: Heated Black Lives Matter debate on i24 News!Pt. 2! Sat down with former federal agent David Katz and former chairman for Fulton County Georgia Dr. John Eaves to discuss Black Lives Matter and police violence in America. This is part 1 of 2. Part 2 will be shared later this week!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all...2022-07-1510 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy Father's Day Interview on "The Special Report" with Areva MartinI sat down with Areva Martin on "The Special Report" with Areva Martin to talk about Father's Day. I believe that we don't celebrate fathers enough so I was happy to be part of this interview.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a sta...2022-06-1726 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy i24 News Interview on Critical Race Theory & Ron DeSantisIn this interview, I talk with i24NEWS about the battle over critical race theory. One of the things I stress in this interview is that we can't let Governor DeSantis and his followers frame the narrative. The fact is that critical race theory is NOT taught in K-12 schools. It is a field of study for law school students. The faux-CRT activism is simply the latest attempt to block the teaching of the story of non-white, heterosexual men. Nothing more, nothing less. #crt #criticalracetheory #diversity #diversityequityinclusion #desantis #disney #inclusion #blacklivesmatterSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http...2022-05-1706 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoRepublicans are winning because we got comfortableI believe that those republicans and ultra conservatives who are seeking to take away women's reproductive rights, voting rights, #lgbtqiaplus rights, and more are winning because we who consider ourselves to be "progressive" got too comfortable. I speak more about it in this video, which is ultimately a call to action to us all. #upstander #abortion #prolife #prochoice #vote2022 STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__2022-05-1109 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoBlack Fathers Documentary Interview: Steve DavisSteve Davis is a lifelong educator, diversity practioner, and athletic coach. During his 30 plus year career he has been an inspirational High School Principal, Diversity Director and Championship coach. Mr. Davis also played in the Cotton Bowl and Sugar Bowl Football Classics for Penn State University. He shares his thoughts on what it means to be a Black father today.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__D...2022-04-1228 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoWill Smith was wrong, Chris Rock should apologize, and Jada Pinkett-Smith is a victim tooThis video is entitled "Will Smith was wrong, Chris Rock should apologize, and Jada Pinkett-Smith is a victim in all of this." Would love your thoughts!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.comDr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matter how small or large. He is a mot...2022-03-3011 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoUkraine media coverage from a diversity & inclusion perspectiveIn this video, I talk about the coverage of Ukraine in the media from a diversity, equity, and inclusion perspective. How does Michael Jackson play into this coverage? What about rap music? Missing white women syndrome? #blacklivesmatter? Yemen? Take a listen and share your thoughts! let's GO! #ukraine #diversityequityinclusion #diversity #music #inclusionSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omék...2022-03-1810 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoPray the anti-gay away (a poem)We gotta fight and pray the anti-gay awayYou can’t be gayYou can’t be queerSchools supposed to be a place for comfortBut for some students & staff, it’s all about fearHow can we keep our kids in schoolsThat wanna ban LGBTQ+ the fact that they were never really welcomeBut many of us have triedMany of us fought for equality while our friends and fam felt the government liedThey wanna ban th...2022-02-2302 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoUnity For Our Beloved Community (a poem)You don’t know what you don’t knowYou can’t lead where you don’t goIf you don’t read you won’t GROWI knowIt can feel hard to work togetherIt can be hard to fight to make our lives betterBut it’s worth itWe have so many hidden commonalities but we can unearth itIf we choose to trust each other before suspicionIf we choose to take America’s promise and give it a new re...2022-02-1601 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoGet out of your way today!Just a reminder today to get out of your own way and live your best life starting today! Let’s GO! STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matter how small or large. He is...2022-01-1902 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoHAPPY NEW YOU 2022!What it do in 2022! Happy new year! Happy new YOU! Don't drag yourself into the new year! Don't just be here in 2022. Conquer it! You got this!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no...2022-01-0204 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoCritical Race Theory and the Virginia Governor's RaceMy thoughts on the Virginia governor's race and the Youngkin win, the fake critical race theory "debate", and how to fight the culture wars that seek to remove my story (and yours) from the American mosaic. STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to...2021-11-0309 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy i24 News Interview on Police Treatment of Paraplegic ManLike many, I was horrified to watch the treatment of Clifford Owensby by the Dayton police. I sat down with i24 News' "Global Eye" host Sarah Coates and news producer Amalia Roy to discuss this. #blacklivesmatterSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to...2021-10-1806 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy interview on ABC on overcoming a bad break upI sat down again with Julie Wright and Kidd of "Let's Talk Live!" to talk about the steps you need to take to overcome a bad breakup. Please share with anyone whom you think it will help!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a s...2021-10-1106 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoWhy companies experience diversity fatigue (panel discussion)I joined this amazing panel on Areva Martin's "The Special Report" to discuss how companies are dealing with diversity fatigue. Panelists included Mary-Frances Winters, Dr. Angel Jones and Dr. Frank Dobbins. Are you experiencing diversity fatigue in your company? Let's talk about it!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is...2021-09-1012 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoOn racism against Afghans coming to AmericaWe can’t let nativism win. We can’t let ignorance win. It is hypocritical to say we need to help the people of Afghanistan and in the same breath say those people can’t come here. Furthermore, using fearmongering techniques is what brought Trump to power and we can’t stand for it. We must be #upstanders for peace and not #bystanders to hate!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www...2021-08-2009 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoA Poem on Homelessness (for Cori Bush and up standers for the homeless)I wrote this poem to speak about the tragedy of homelessness in America. I applaud Representative Cori Bush and all activists working to change this. Congress needs to do better. The Senate needs to do better. President Biden needs to do better. We must ALL do better! This poem can be found on my CD entitled "Reality Show" available on all digital platforms.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com2021-08-0404 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoChange the American Flag?Macy Gray sparked a great debate about the need to change the American flag. It inspired me to write and record this poem:Red, white, and blue, red, white, and blueWhat about that red, white, and you?What about that red, white, and me too?Do you see me when you look at Old Glory?Do those 13 stripes fully tell Mystory or HIStory?Is there any room for HERstory?And of course I’m talking beyond Betsy RossLike Ko...2021-06-2802 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoAfter Juneteenth celebration, we need legislationLet's celebrate today and keep fighting for justice tomorrow. We represent the dream of our ancestors and this is what they want. They want us to fight and honor them and make the work better in ways they couldn't even imagine.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to ins...2021-06-1906 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoA Poem for White People on Black Wall StreetI've been so frustrated with the lack of coverage of the actual perpetrators of the massacre on Black Wall Street and all the Black Wall Streets in America. I was driving home and kept looping Rihanna's "Man Down" and as soon as I got home I just wrote all of this down that was on my mind. I literally just wrote it in the last hour. I didn't realize I had so much on my mind. It just came out. I hope it resonates with you. Peace.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www...2021-06-0103 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoThe Night Belongs To Us! (a poem for Take Back the Night)I wrote this poem in tribute to all the survivors and thrivers who are working every day to live their best lives after their worst day (or days). I share this poem to honor all who work as upstanders to end all forms of sexual abuse, assault, and overall violence. You will win. WE will win if we never give in!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__2021-04-3002 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDerek Chauvin Verdict: my interview on i24NEWSI spoke with i24NEWS about the Derek Chauvin trial, defunding the police, and the future of racial justice in America. I had to also make sure I gave praises to Darnella Frazier for recording the video that shook up the world. Rest in Peace and power #georgefloyd #darnellafrazier #police #justice #blacklivesmatter #humanrights #diversityequityinclusion #diversity #derekchauvintrial #derekchauvin STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibin...2021-04-2104 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoInterview with WNBA stars on wellness on your career path4 WNBA greats stepped into our Bikram Yoga Works & Cryotherapy studios to talk to me about the benefits of yoga and pilates in their lives. Alana Beard, Monique Currie, Crystal Langhorne, and Marissa Coleman share great life advice for all of us, athletes and non athletes alike!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mi...2021-04-0909 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy interview on reparations with i24NewsI spoke with i24News about the ongoing debate in America on reparations. I believe that reparations for black people in America need to be studied and implemented like the Illinois town we discuss in this interview. Would love your thoughts on it.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspi...2021-03-3003 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoA conversation on cultural appropriation with Areva Martin & Frederick JosephI was so honored to be a guest on "The Special Report" with Areva Martin. On this show I was on an awesome panel with New York Times Bestselling author Frederick Joseph, author of "The Black Friend: On Being a Better White Person" and Professor Susan Scafidi. Would love your thoughts on this important topic! What are your thoughts on cultural appropriation? Would love to hear them!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.om...2021-03-2540 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDr. Seuss & "Cancel Culture" a conversation with Don GiordanoI was a guest on 1210 WPHT radio with veteran radio host and former classroom teacher Don Giordano. He heard the radio and television interviews I did with Sean Hannity and wanted to have a deeper discussion. I really enjoyed being able to have a civil conversation about such a controversial issue! This is the recording of the interview from WPHT. Would love your thoughts on it!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www...2021-03-0916 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoThe N Word: A Powerful Panel DiscussionI was honored to be part of a great panel discussion with Areva Martin of "The Special Report" about the use of the term "nigga" or "nigger" in hip-hop and beyond. Guests included Aliah Luck, Mr. Midas, and Ian Bruce.Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matter how small or large. He is a motivational speaker, trilingual poet, TV talk show host, rapper, and professor of cross cultural communication at American University. His Urban Music Awa...2021-02-231h 06The UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoThe Rule of 7: Testing Your Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & InclusionIn this video I explain "Rule of 7" challenge to you on measuring how deep your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion has been. You can also read the article here: https://www.upstanderinternational.com/the-rule-of-7-testing-your-commitment-to-diversity-equity-inclusion/ #diversity #inclusion #diversityandinclusion #antiracisteducation #antiracist #blacklivesmatter #upstander #diversityequityinclusion #blackhistorymonthSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s m...2021-02-0206 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy i24NEWS Interview on the Inauguration and Race Relations in AmericaJust spoke with i24NEWS in Israel about the significance of the #inauguration from a race relations perspective. It's important to always remember that the world is watching us and the example we set on issues specifically related to race. The Nazi and apartheid regimes used our racist path to craft their own policies. We have to continually work to set a better example. #diversity #antiracisteducation #antiracist #blacklivesmatter #globaleye #antiracism STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.c...2021-01-2105 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoWelcome to the Congo (hip-hop track)I wrote this track to use hip-hop to raise awareness about the Congo. I remixed the track from Ludacris' "Welcome to Atlanta."STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matter how small or large. He is a m...2020-12-0804 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoBeyonce's "Black is King" - Black Americans CAN'T appropriate African culture!I do not believe that African Americans can appropriate African culture because African Americans are descendants of Africa. We can have a conversation about how African culture may be mocked or disrespected by African American artists and others, but you can’t appropriate what is naturally in your bloodline. Would love your thoughts! #beyonce #beyoncé #blackisking #blackisking👑 #blackiskingbeyoncé #disney #disneyplus #appropriation #culturalappropriation #culturalappreciationSTAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekong...2020-11-2016 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoFirst Black woman VP and the Racist president is gone!My kids live to see the first African American and Asian American female Vice President in Kamala Harris after seeing the first black president Obama AND the racist president Donald Trump got kicked out of office! To see this as young people is very inspirational for them and we're going to enjoy it before they just take it for granted! Lots of work to do but today is a GREAT day!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www...2020-11-0707 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. Omekongo"VOTE OR SHUT UP!" Hip-hop track from my new album!It's time to put up or shut up! Get out and vote! This is the lead single from my album "What our freedom sounds like" which is available on iTunes and all streaming platforms (link below). This instrumental was created by none other than Alisha "M'Jestie" Brooks, the writer of Rihanna's smash first hit "Pon de Replay." Recorded by Bomani Armah at Urban Intalek Studios. Let's go! Here is the song for streaming: https://music.apple.com/us/album/what...STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http...2020-11-0203 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy debate with Trump-supporting Liquid Lunch RadioI talk often about finding common ground. To that end, I had a great conversation about the #election with Liquid Lunch John Tobacco, a major Trump supporter. What I love about the talk is that it's proof we can disagree w/out being disagreeable.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspi...2020-10-2711 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMichigan government overthrow attempt (& Trump's encouraging of it) should have us all on noticeThe attempt by the Wolverine Watchmen to overthrow the Michigan government shows what happens when our so-called leaders at the top encourage violence as well as the intersections between politicians and law enforcement officials who either cozy up with these militia and white supremacists terrorist groups, but in some cases are members of these groups. We need to be UPstanders and never bystanders in the face of this hate and protect each other as we continue to work to find common ground in these uncommon times.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram...2020-10-0809 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoMy interview about Breonna Taylor on Israeli i24 NewsI spoke with Natasha Kirtchuk of Israeli i24news TV about the latest updates on the killing of Breonna Taylor by the Louisville police who to date have yet to be arrested and prosecuted.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a s...2020-09-2004 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoDECIPHERED! A spoken word series. ep. 3In this episode, I do an encore performance of "Signs of the Time," which is a poem I wrote shortly after 911 but is still extremely relevant today. The second poem is entitled "Rhyming with History" which speaks about the importance of learning the lessons from history.STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com__Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His l...2020-06-3032 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. Omekongo2020 Commencement SpeechI dedicate this speech to the class of 2020. I appreciate and respect your dedication and your focus from COVID to George Floyd and Breonna Taylor and so much more, you have persevered and pushed forward. We see you. We love you. We support you. You've worked hard. Your work is not done but know that we are working with you! Congratulations to you!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www...2020-06-0918 minThe UPstander's Podcast with Dr. OmekongoHow to survive the coronavirus crisisI wanted to give you some motivation to start your week off right! You got this fam! You can handle anything life throws your way, otherwise it wouldn’t have been thrown your way! We will get through this together! Let’s GO!STAY CONNECTED:Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongoTwitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongoFacebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongoWebsite | http://www.omekongo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-04-2006 min
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Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His life’s mission is to inspire all across the globe to take a stand when they witness an injustice, no matter how small or large. He is a motivational speaker, trilingual poet, TV talk show host, rapper, and professor of cross cultural communication at American University. His Urban Music Award winning work has best been described by Nikki Giovanni as “outstanding, exciting, and new while being very old.” His book, From the Limbs of My Poetree was described byEssence...2009-02-0930 min