Shows
DARK WOKEEp 101 - TikTok Ban, Gaza & Looter LandlordsWait, did I just read that Musk was looking to buy TikTok? China certainly had something to say about that. Get the latest on the ban, and where Gen Z intends to go should it actually go into effect on the 19th, the latest on Gaza and what we can expect re a ceasefire, and exposing the real looters in LA. Not to be missed, jump in with Janaya Future Khan.SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFKTip w/ a One Time Donation - https://buymeacoffee.c...2025-01-1438 min
DARK WOKEEp 100 - THE LAND BARON$ THAT LET L.A BURNWith the Palisades and Eaton fires still burning, and thousands of homes and businesses destroyed, we've been inundated with childish finger pointing that allows shadow forces in our societies to wreak havoc undisturbed. Just like the billionaire Resnick's theft of California's public water supply, there are land barons that intentionally cut corners and killed warnings just so they could line their already fat pockets. Buckle up, this one pulls no punches. Jump in w/ Janaya Future Khan.SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFKTip w/ a O...2025-01-1339 min
DARK WOKEEp 99 - THE BILLIONAIRES WHO STOLE LA'S WATER SUPPLYThere is a reason all of Los Angeles is burning, and it's deeper than we know. Find out who is responsible for the water shortages that allow California to burn. Jump in w/ Janaya Future Khan. SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFKTip w/ a One Time Donation - https://buymeacoffee.com/janayafkSUBSCRIBE + FOLLOW IG - www.instagram.com/jfktodayshow/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@JanayaFKTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@janayafk2025-01-0927 min
DARK WOKEEp 98 - LA On Fire, Zuck Sucks, Trump Eats WorldMore than 30,000 people are under evacuation orders as fires, exacerbated by wind and drought, continue to rage across LA County without containment, Zuckerberg kills fact-checking on Facebook and IG for a very ugly, specific reason, and Trump yaps about taking over Greenland, Panama Canal and Canada like the absolute dork he is...this one's a ride. Jump in w/ Janaya Future Khan. SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFKTip w/ a One Time Donation - https://buymeacoffee.com/janayafkSUBSCRIBE + FOLLOW IG...2025-01-0839 min
DARK WOKEEp 97 - Trudeau, IG vs #lgbtq, + Musk's U.K HijackThis one's a banger. We cover Trudeau's resignation and what we can expect for Canada, IG's weird censorship of lgbtq content, a phenomenal (self described) rant on the danger and potential of A.I, and last but not least, what the f is Musk up to in the U.K? He's pissed off Starmer, Farage and all the other 'our' spellers (it's more glamourous if you ask me), so what's he after? Let's unpack the actions of the world's largest meddler and peddler of lies. Jump in w/ Janaya Future Khan. SUPPORT THE SHOW 2025-01-0740 min
DARK WOKEEp 96 - Musk Meltdown, Golden Globes + Internet SlopOMG did I miss you. We're back, and more unhinged than ever before. Get in for the rundown of internet slop that marked the entirety of my holiday. Catch up on the beef b/w Musk and the red pilled weenies he empowered re h1b visas, the winners of losers from the '25 Golden Globes, and a couple of recaps and rants that cover everything from a marmot shower to peak whiteness. Jump in w/ Janaya Future Khan.SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFKTip w...2025-01-0637 min
DARK WOKEEp 95 - Trump vs Press, Musk vs CongressAhhhh, this is the last episode before the new year. It's gonna be one hell of a 4 years, and the hooligans are already hooliganing. Trump seems to believe in free speech only if it doesn't include the press and those he doesn't like, and Musk is going to use DOGE to hike up costs for everyday people while proclaiming the opposite. That, and some cool updates on what to expect from the show in 2025. We got this, and I got you. Jump in w/ Janaya Future Khan.SUPPORT THE SHOW 2024-12-1933 min
DARK WOKEEp 94 - Gaza, Strikes + MangioneCeasefire talks in Gaza are back on the table, Amazon workers are gearing up for a strike, and AOC may have lost her bid on a vital ethics Oversight Committee, but there's more going on than meets the eye. Lastly, there's much to unpack when it comes to the charges leveled against Luigi Mangione, and how political action is punished in the land of the free. Jump in with Janaya Future Khan.SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFKTip w/ a One Time Donation - https://b...2024-12-1835 min
DARK WOKEEp 93 - The Privatization Era, Wisconsin + Tru - don't.CNN's epic error, Canada or whatevs, CEO hotline bling, a school shooting in Madison, WI., and one hell of a rant. Hey Trump, keep your hands off of USPS - I know our public services needs to improve but letting the billionaire class destroy it just ain't it. If you touch my NPR or PBS I will declare Martial Law and egg all their houses, prices be damned. Jump in with Janaya Future Khan. SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFKTip w/ a One Time Donation...2024-12-1744 min
DARK WOKEEp 92 - CEO Woes (lol), Payouts & Drones GaloreOk, so the CEOs are supposedly nervous and it's like, why be nervous if you're not doing anything wrong you guys...don't be weird. Listen to learn how state resources and politicians are bending over backwards to ensure our beloved CEOs feel safe. That, and guess who gets stolen from more than just about anyone else out there, with a highlight on a notable win in a large payout for min wage workers. Lastly, is it a bird, or a plane...nope, it's a drone, it's real --- and most American's can't tell the difference. Jump in with ur...2024-12-1641 min
DARK WOKEEp 91 - Mangione Mania, Crack Cops, & AutismA new character has entered the Mangione mania, and he will play a vital role in saving our sexy Italian, bisexual, assassin, allegedly. Also, though I cringe at the thought, crack cops is the most apt way to describe what was going down in Broward County then and now, and lastly, I took a trip down the internets autism lane, get the goods with the goodest boy, Janaya Future Khan. ps, the test is on raadtest.com. SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFK2024-12-1239 min
DARK WOKEEp 90 - More Mangione, Lina MF'N Khan, Nikki GiovanniThere are updates on the sexy, Italian-American, tech bro bisexual who committed the crime of not stealing our hearts sooner, and a couple other tings, allegedly. More Mangione. We start there, and take off with a breakdown of the FTC and the run of W's banked by the Chair Lina Khan, whose been a thorn in the side of billionaires over the past several years. Lastly, we pay homage to Nikki Giovanni, the revolutionary poet and scholar mighty enough to render James Baldwin momentarily speechless. Jump in with Janaya Future Khan.SUPPORT THE SHOW 2024-12-1137 min
DARK WOKEEp 89 - Luigi Mangione Lore & a Whole Lot MoreWhen it comes to the alleged UHC shooter, Luigi Mangione, it's about the lore people. It's about the mf'n lore. Get the rundown on everything you need to know about the man on the run, from his political journey to the best takes on the internet. Somewhere along the way, we talk Murdoch, the LA Times, and all the other things that matter. Get down to clown with ya boy, Janaya Future Khan.SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFKTip w/ a One Time Donation - h...2024-12-1040 min
DARK WOKEEp. 88 - Syria, AOC, The Ppl vs ProvidersAOC made an important announcement right before the weekend that we def need to pay attention to, and remember that Anthem insurance scandal? The one where they were gonna charge more for anesthesia if the surgery went on too long but then we stopped it? Well, there was something vital we missed about that whole exchange, and if we're going to fight for our healthcare rights, we're gonna need to know. Lastly, some huge and shocking things happened in Syria over the weekend, and the impact will be one of global proportions. Jump in w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-12-0939 min
DARK WOKEEp 87 - CEO Death, Andrew Schultz vs Kendrick LamarThe assassination of healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, the mysterious shooter on the lam, and the Department of Justice scandal that is connected to it all. Then we get into Andrew Schultz's response to the Kendrick Lamar bar from GNX that was most definitely directed about him. Not one to miss, jump in with Janaya Future Khan. SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/JanayaFKTip w/ a One Time Donation - https://buymeacoffee.com/janayafkSUBSCRIBE + FOLLOW IG - www.instagram.com/jfktodayshow/...2024-12-0539 min
DARK WOKEWTF Happened in South Korea? + Trans on TrialOk, so South Korea had one of the most spectacular 24 hrs you could possibly imagine, followed by a spectacular failure of President Yoon. The breakdown is not one to be missed. That, and the trans ruling by the Supreme Court that not only has implications on the lives of trans peep[e, but the future of sex discrimination in healthcare. Lastly, what's all that about being voluntarily missing? Jump in with Janaya Future Khan.2024-12-0439 min
DARK WOKEFonda vs Maher, Free Hunter, Green Discharge (?)Ok, im standing on business for this one: Joe Biden did the right thing by doing the wrong thing in pardoning Hunter Biden, and I've got a solid defense for why...that, and see how Jane Fonda mollywopped Bill Maher by simply reflecting him to himself, and lastly...well, it was a weird news day so we're definitely headed to a weird place on this one. F it, a weird place is exactly where we need to be. Jump in w/ Janaya Future Khan.SUPPORT THE SHOW Patreon - https://www.patreon.c...2024-12-0338 min
DARK WOKEHunter v Witchhunt, Pesky Patel, RomaniaDon't worry, I'll get us through the post-holiday slump, Trump, dump. We talk sex worker rights, Joe's decision to pardon Hunter Biden, that pesky weenie Kash Patel, and the very good news coming out of Romania. Jump in with ya boy, Janaya Future Khan. 2024-12-0231 min
DARK WOKETariffs, Ceasefires, & Judges (oh my)Ok, as much as the title sounds like a snoozer, this is not an episode to miss. We cover what the hell Trump is on about with these tariff threats, the ultimate clapback from Sheinbaum, what the Hezbollah/Israel ceasefire means (esp for Gaza), and the origin story on this whole transgirls in sport red herring. Get in it with Janaya Future Khan.2024-11-2742 min
DARK WOKERFK, DEI Death, Last Trans StandingSo Drake is taking Kendrick to court for a conspiracy charge? Pls be serious. Add the complicated nature of RFK, good change, and the dangers of pseudo-science, the rolling back of DEI (while the literal DEIs make up the Trump Cabinet), and our wrap up of the great Trans Debate. Not new to this but true to this, jump in with Janaya Future Khan. 2024-11-2641 min
DARK WOKETrans 2.0, Pam Bondi, Secret MoneyThe fun never stops at the circus, or as we call it, American politics. Find out who the latest addition to the Trump campaign is (Pam Bondi) and what we need to know about her (it's not great), the Secret Money shaping this whole transition thing (not trans related), and see if my trans position holds up under scrutiny (def trans), with ya boy, Janaya Future Khan.2024-11-2541 min
DARK WOKEMigrant Moula, Trans Rights 2.0, GazaThe incoming Trump Cabinet promises to be gruesome to migrants, but there's one population in particular that stands to benefit immensely from the suffering of others, get in to find out who, right along with an important update from the U.S Senate hearing on halting weapons sales to Israel.. Lastly, the path to victory when it comes to Trans rights, and how McBride responded to the bullying, w/ Janaya Future Khan. 2024-11-2143 min
DARK WOKENew Noms, Sarah McBride, Neo Nazi MarchIs it just me or are nominations starting to paint a picture? And Oprah...pls come finish what you started bc girl, wtf? Also, we unpack what the hell happened in Ohio, and how the Right intends to handle the first transwoman in Congress -- and what we need to hand them instead (hint, it's a two-piece combo). Get in, with Janaya Future Khan.2024-11-2040 min
DARK WOKEGaza, Mass Deportations, Fight Tapex2Hear how the Trump team is saying they plan to see through their ugly mass deportation plan, why getting aid into Gaza is getting harder and harder under Israel's monstrous agenda, and get into a couple breakdowns/thought experiments with yours truly, Janaya Future Khan. 2024-11-1944 min
DARK WOKEUFC309, Tyson vs Paul, + Twitch's AdpocalypseIm a huge fight fan, and this was one hell of a fight weekend, with Tyson vs Paul and Jon Jones vs Stipe, although tbh, the real standout of the weekend was Taylor vs Serrano. But something was really different about the whole thing. Rather than be all about the fights, politics were all over the place. So what does it all mean? and wth is happening with Twitch? Don't stress, let's look over the fight tape together. I got you covered, with Janaya Future Khan. 2024-11-1841 min
DARK WOKEDOGE, Dorks and ForksOk, so what the hell is the Department of Government Efficiency, and should we be worried or relieved? Also, pls tell me Trump was kidding with that Gaetz appointment, and he made that guy from Fox and Friends the WHAT? Lastly, we get into some of what the Left would need to do in order to win the culture back. Hot takes, no fakes, with Janaya Future Khan.Ps, re the title, yes by forks I meant 'forks' in the road2024-11-1442 min
DARK WOKETrump on Gaza,+ Fuentes vs Femmes (he lost)We've got the takes on the latest appointments in the Trump Admin, including Musk and Huckabee, and the rundown on how Nick Fuentes was run down by a gaggle of girls done with this shit. From there, we take on Trump's position on Gaza and what to expect (don't forget to stay informed on Palestine, y'all) and talk the tings dem on the culture, w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-11-1340 min
DARK WOKETrump 2.0, Populism, & What Now?Now that we're turning the corner from the election, where are we headed? We go over Trump's current appointments, what they intend to do, and what we need to do to win. But first, wtf is populism anyway, and is that the answer? w/ Janaya Future Khan2024-11-1240 min
DARK WOKESo, WTF Just Happened? Pt.IIStill trying to wrap your head around what the hell happened? You're not alone. It's Sotomayer vs Progressives, Pelosi vs the People. and courage vs civility. We move across Establishment Dems, dorks and courts. Get in with Janaya Future Khan. 2024-11-1134 min
DARK WOKESo, WTF JUST HAPPENED?I did not come for play play with this one. We get into the brass tax, the myths, the missteps, and the way forward after the Dems took a stunning defeat...having me out here second hand embarrassed type ish. Anyway, this is not one to be missed my gs. Get in with Janaya Future Khan.2024-11-0736 min
DARK WOKEThey Won - But This Is Our TimeNope, sorry. We aren't going out like that. The Dems didn't unify their base, oligarchs made themselves known, the manosphere mobilized. This was a punch in the gut, but they haven't felt our left hook yet. We're going to be ok. Jump in w/ Janaya Future Khan. 2024-11-0620 min
DARK WOKEOMFG IT'S ELECTION DAYI got key times in key states, the tea on Azealia Banks vs Elon Musk, and interrogate the idea that Maga is growing in power...also, like, the nail biting, ibs inducing stress of this damn election. It's the 5th. Don't be alone, and don't be boring. Get in with Janaya Future Khan.2024-11-0542 min
DARK WOKEThe Day Before Election DayThis is a nail biter. Nah, f it, I'm legit down to the nubs. This is a neck and neck race, with so much more on the line than ought to be. But worry not. We're in this together, and honestly, time is DEF on our side as far as the other side is concerned. Still, it's about winning now. So, let's get to it w/ Janaya Future Khan. 2024-11-0437 min
DARK WOKEElections, Abortion Bans, Supreme ShenanigansGet the latest information on the state of the election, and the neck and neck battle between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. We're under a week out, hear how Kamala is polling, how Trump is trolling, and how the Supreme Court is literally okaying voter suppression 5 days out from the 5th. Lastly, an important addition on the impact of abortion bans on women, and the story of how a miscarriage became manslaughter. Jump in with Janaya Future Khan. 2024-10-3134 min
DARK WOKEMythical Norms, Israel Kill Bills, MSG 2.0What Israel plans to do with the UNRWA, and what that means for Palestinians in Gaza, a follow up on Trump's final elections rally at Madison Square Gardens, and what a Black man in Minneapolis can tell us about Mythical Norms, with Janaya Future Khan.2024-10-3034 min
DARK WOKETrump @ MSG, the Chalamet Off, Billionaires vs Boards,Learn about Trump's final rally @ MSG, and the clowns that made it a weirdo carnival of evil. That, and how an army of Chalamet's took over NYC, and the fearlessness of billionaires meddling in our elections, our news, and every aspect of our lives, w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-10-2835 min
DARK WOKETrans-Spotting, Fascism, Teenage A.I-ngstDoes Trump know more stuff about niche trans experiences than I do? His IG ads definitely suggest that he does. And with swirl and hysteria surrounding A.I, what role will it play in the lives of teenagers? Lastly, what can we clean from this moment of American history, and what legacy will we leave behind? w/ Janaya Future Khan. 2024-10-2429 min
DARK WOKEGaza 2394, Ghouliani, + the E.R.AThere are two essential reports that came out the U.N on Monday and Tues, both pertaining to the future of Gaza. What would it take to rebuild Gaza's economy? How many years before education and hospital infrastructure can be developed? Gaza, 370 yrs from now, the ghoulish Guiliani, and what the E.R.A needs to be in 2024, with Janaya Future Khan. 2024-10-2335 min
DARK WOKEOligarchy, Jordan Neely, + "Parental Rights"What's this about the billionaire cabal that's trying to take over the American gov't? And don't forget about Jordan Neely. Lastly, wtf is the "parental rights" movement and how do we stop them? w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-10-2242 min
DARK WOKESinwar, Musk, Where Do We Go From Here?Trump in McDonald's, Musk's real motivation, and a close look at the legacy of Sinwar. That, and anti-immigration sentiment goes way deeper than Trump's Maga-ism, so where do we go from here? w/ Janaya Future Khan. 2024-10-2135 min
DARK WOKEShoplifters R Us - Noble Art or Menace?This is an episode all about shoplifting. The retail view, the security view, it's history, and a view from the Left. Truly, a blast. Need I say more? Talk shop with Janaya Future Khan2024-10-1734 min
DARK WOKEDorito Anti Christ, Tribal Colleges, GazaThe Biden Admin told Netanyahu that Israel had 30 days to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza or there will be "consequences," we go over what that means, and why this shift matters. That, and is there seriously a bunch of Catholics mad at Big Gretch for making a sexy Dorito anti Christ social media post?? Ha. Lastly, while we interrogate and denounce billions being sent to Israel's one sided war, are Indigenous people seeing federal funds promised by the Biden Admin to enhance their tribal colleges? Get into all of it with Janaya Future Khan.2024-10-1640 min
DARK WOKEBoba, Cultural Appropriation & MisinformationPhew. Here's a reminder to never take a Dayquil right before you record a show. We get into the great TikTok debate re boba tea and who gets to own it. What is cultural appropriation really, and is it worse or better than racism? For your enjoyment, I debate myself, as Dayquil will have one do. That, and are we entering a 'post reality' era like they said in The Atlantic? Sit down, let's chat.Unhinged and humorously yours, Janaya Future Khan2024-10-1545 min
DARK WOKEGaza in FocusWith the world focusing on the impacts of Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon and Iran, Israel continues its assault against the people of Gaza. In this episode, we talk about what is to become of Gaza, and where we go from here, with Janaya Future Khan. 2024-10-1029 min
DARK WOKE27 Days - The Ppl vs The Electoral CollegeRemember when Kamala promised to kill the filibuster? Well, as much as I hope she comes through on that, experts are saying that, in order for true democracy and change, we have to go deeper. Unpack the history of the Electoral College, and how the Constitution that protects it may itself be the source of much of our woes, so say the experts, not me! LOL. W/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-10-0934 min
DARK WOKEHurricanes, Call Kamala Daddy, ConspiraciesWait, why are dudes upset at something Kamala Harris said on Call Her Daddy? And what do we need to understand about Hurricane Helene and the dire situation in Asheville? We take damage, misinformation, conspiracy, and what climate justice could be, w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-10-0837 min
DARK WOKEOct 7th - Israel UnmaskedUnpack what's happened since the world became aware of the most sophisticated system of apartheid the world has ever seen, and how one fateful day stands to reshape the world as we know it, with Janaya Future Khan. 2024-10-0734 min
DARK WOKEDock Strike, VP Final, Gerrymandering -_-Will the dock worker strike impact you at the grocery stores? Is there any way to make gerrymander not sound ridiculous despite its seriousness? And what the hell is gerrymandering anyway? Throw in some final thoughts on the debate and you've got yourself a show, with Janaya Future Khan.2024-10-0326 min
DARK WOKEVP Debate ReCap!Who won the big bad VP war? Tune in for the highs, lows, and i guess sos from the Vance/ Walz showdown. Call it the Mid (West) Off, w/ Janaya Future Khan. 2024-10-0225 min
DARK WOKEHow To Debate Zionists, Rat Birth Control, & Other NewsI mean, this one is all in the title. I'll add that there are reflections on Ta-nehisi Coates on CBS' Good Morning, where they were adversarial as hell re his new book The Messenger for its reflections on Palestine. Come through and spend a good ol time with Janaya Future Khan.2024-10-0137 min
DARK WOKEEric Adams, Hezbollah, New World Order `New York prosecutors hit New York City Mayor Eric Adams with 5 counts of felony charges, but wait till you hear all about it. That, and Israel assassinated the leader of Hezbollah with little regard for civilian life. What does this mean for Iran and the rest of the Middle East? Lastly, we grapple with exactly why the United States is all in with a country determined to be at war. Get in for the goods w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-3034 min
DARK WOKEAirstrikes, Beirut 1958, Chappell RoanIsrael bombs Lebanon for the third day in a row with a focus on Beirut, indiscriminately killing civilians with little regard for life. The significance of Beirut goes back to 1958, when the U.S entered its shores for combat for the first time in history, becoming the origin of America's presence in the Middle East. Lastly, why's everybody mad at Chappell Roan? Get the tea, takes and stakes with ur fav, Janaya Future Khan. 2024-09-2633 min
DARK WOKEKill Fil (ibuster), Gaza, Marcellus WilliamsGet the latest on the poll, Israel's most recent airstrike attack against Lebanon, and unpack the monstrously unjust circumstances that led to the execution of Marcellus Khaliifah Williams, an innocent man. Finally, catch up with Kamala's latest cta on abolishing the filibuster, we'll go over what it is, how it's used, and why it's time to kill the fil, with Janaya Future Khan. 2024-09-2534 min
DARK WOKEBisexuals, Abortion Bans, LebanonWhat's there to say on the Bisexual Visibility Day that bisexuals haven't already insisted on saying to anyone and everyone who'll listen? Come find out. Elections update. Then we move to the real, very serious impact of abortion bans across the country in two essential stories from Georgia. Finally, devastation in Lebanon and Israel's reckless bid for WW3 w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-2437 min
DARK WOKE'Black Nazi' Guy, No Nuzzi No, Kamala x LaborCould the news be any hornier? Not only do we cover the Olivia Nuzzi and RFK Jr romance, but then, with extreme reluctance, we move on to the odious Mark Robinson and his contradictory pornography habits. Throw in a quick update on Hezbollah, Trump and a breakdown on Kamala and Labor and you've got a Monday morning episode with Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-2330 min
DARK WOKEAngela Davis on Kamala, Hate Hearing + Battle StatesI would love to tell you that the Senate Judiciary Hearing on Hate Crimes did not essentially facilitate some serious hate, but alas, America. Get the breakdown on that, then the rundown on just what Angela Davis, a lifelong revolutionary and Palestine supporter, thinks about Kamala and the fight ahead. An update on Lebanon, a quick dive into the battle states and a Pew politics typology quiz to close us out, w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-1935 min
DARK WOKEExploding Pagers, Kamala vs Nabj (8/10)1000 bottles of baby oil and denied bail for Diddles. Taiwanese-made, Israeli exploding pagers in Lebanon. An update on Ohio, some other cool stuff, Stein, and most importantly, one hell of a interview/debate b/w Kamala Harris and NABJ; journalism isnt't dead ! w/ Janaya Future Khan.ps, Melania has a memoir LOL. 2024-09-1841 min
DARK WOKEThe Emmy's, a Strike, & Murdoch vs. Fox News??The highs, lows and whoas of the Emmy's from the perspective of yours truly, a Boeing Strike, and the "potential" assassination attempt??? That, and what the hell is happening with the legal battle of Murdoch vs Murdoch and the future of Fox News? w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-1735 min
DARK WOKESpringfield, Swifties vs Trump, + Another Shooting?!Debt that follows you to the grave, a deeper look into Springfield and the racist dog whistles, a versus between Angela Rye and Jill Stein on the Breakfast Club and the Swifties. Through in a shooting near DT that may have been another attempt (I recorded the ep while news was still developing) but omg still amirite? w/ Janaya Future Khan. 2024-09-1635 min
DARK WOKERecapx2, Haitian Hate, + The "Undecideds"Wait, Trump said that illegal aliens were getting transgender operations? For free? In this economy? Get final thoughts on the debate, unpack the origin of Haitian hate and the focus on Springfield, and who the heck are these Undecideds that the Dems are so obsessed with?? w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-1235 min
DARK WOKEDebate Recap! King Kamala vs Some Guy or WhatevsHonestly, very little to say here. You just had to be there, and by there I mean here, in the episode. Matter fact, go ahead and jump in to get the rundown, lowdown and showdown bw King Kamala and that other guy, w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-1131 min
DARK WOKEThe (Debate) Playbook (lolol)What could be more interesting than joining the 50 million or so Americans who'll be tuning in to the debate tonight on ABC? Judging it beforehand with me, of course. Get the rundown on Kamala and the lowdown on the other guy. What will it take to win, and what's more dangerous; the communist K, or the centrist one? w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-1030 min
DARK WOKEThe West Bank, Debate Prep, ElectionsCome through for the latest: K Dot Superbowl, Kamala and Trump neck and neck in 7 swing states, the best presidential burns of all time and settler colonialism in the West Bank, with Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-0938 min
DARK WOKEGaza, Georgia, & NDP vs LibsTurns out, our tin foil hats were not for nothing; four far right losers with millions of followers were spreading propaganda in the U.S for Kremlin coin and are now in the crosshairs of the DOJ. Add the tragedy of a school shooting, an essential update on Gaza, and the full scoop on a surprising and important turn in Canadian politics, with Janaya Future Khan. 2024-09-0522 min
DARK WOKEComrade Kamala? Venezuelan Gangs? Wtf?Pull out the tin foil hat and pull the blinds because this one's a wild ride that addresses the Venezuelan Gangs in Colorado story, why Musk and Trump keep calling Kamala a Communist, and a weird story out of Tampa that includes Russian spies? That, and we're 61 days out from the election with Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-0439 min
DARK WOKENetanyahu, AOC vs Stein, + The WFPAstronauts hearing heartbeats in space, an update on Brazil, and what the U.K's changing position on Israel might signify as Netanyahu vows to continue his monstrous, one sided war. That, and jump into the much needed debate bw Stein and AOC, and what lessons the left can take from them, w/ Janaya Future Khan. 2024-09-0339 min
DARK WOKEHostages, Brazil vs Musk, & Strike!The Paralympic Games are for serious fans only, Brazil boots out Elon Musk, and we're finally getting in some data on what school admissions look like since the Supreme Court ended Affirmative Action. That, and the 6 Israeli hostages Bibi abandoned for his endless war. Jump in to get the week off right with ya boy, Janaya Future Khan.2024-09-0233 min
DARK WOKEKiller Cantaloupes, Robin DiAngelo & The Plagiarism PlayInfected applesauce, salmonella cantaloupes, listeria lunchmeat, what the hell is going on and why are food recalls suddenly so normal, and so deadly? Also, Robin DiAngelo's in hot water for plagiarizing work from people of color, shocking considering her entire body of work goes against that. Is DiAngelo a dud (yes), or iis there something larger going on? (also yes). This one is an absolute banger, jump in with Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-2934 min
DARK WOKESafety vs Privacy, Oasis, + Lonely? Ur Not AloneMeta CEO Mark Zuckerberg sent a letter to a guy on the Right that betrayed the Left to appeal to random guys on the Right. Or did he? Is there something we're missing, and how does this relate to the recent arrest of Telegram CEO in Paris? Jump in to find out. That, and Oasis is back + a new spin on an old problem: loneliness, w/ Janaya Future Khan. 2024-08-2835 min
DARK WOKETrump v Harris on Economy + 2 Truths, No Lies.Both Harris and Trump are rolling out their economic platforms, and they couldn't be more different. Get the breakdown on the latest shakedowns from the presidential candidates, and tap into how we use what we know to our advantage. In the words of Finn from Adventure Time, mathematical! (for those not in the know, this means cool, and does not include the face melting abstract science of number, quantity and space) with Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-2734 min
DARK WOKEThe DNC We Didn't See & The Cost of ElectionsYou know we had to close out the last two days of the DNC right quick, but more importantly, highlight the voices and actions of Palestinians and activists denied access to the biggest stage in politics yet continue undeterred; the struggle continues. That, and discover the unbelievable amount of cash paying for our elections cycle while many struggle to pay their rent w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-2634 min
DARK WOKEDNC II (omg so funny) + The Missing ProtestWhat happens when you put a Bernie, two 'Bama's, lil Jon and an Emhoff together? DNC Day 2 baby, that's what. Get the rundown on the winners, the losers, the whiners and the shiners while we break down what matters most. Also,remember how there was supposed to be a massive protest outside? Why didn't it happen, and what does it mean? w/Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-2234 min
DARK WOKEDNC Recap (v funny) + Roe 2.0Hilary Clintons bob, AOC's barn burner speech, Steve Kerr, chants of "lock him up," farewell Joe, the ever elusive ceasefire. Come through for the highs and lows, the annoying and random, and the absent and present as we deep dive into day one of the DNC. Oh, and don't forget Roe 2,0. Should we be fighting to restore the 1973 precedent, or something new entirely? w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-2135 min
DARK WOKEDNC = Do Not Clap (a lil one is ok)The Democratic National Convention kicks off, taking a completely different turn than the one imagined at the start of summer. Joe Biden says biiii, and so begins the reign of King Kamala, to be confirmed later this week. But with thousands of protestors in front of the arena, can Kamala get the job done? More importantly, can we? How to hold contradiction, curiosity, and compassion all at once, and something about Blake Lively, with Janaya Future Khan.ps, meant Justin* ifykyk2024-08-2032 min
DARK WOKEHow Kamala Could End Israel's WarYou ever hear the expression, people are who they are? Well, let's say that's true of Kamala Harris. And let's say that, even tho Kamala Harris may not be the radical lefty needed in these streets rn, there's a way forward that could end the funds being sent for Israel's one sided war on Gaza. Jump in to get the breakdown. That, and ok Black man! Never let them underestimate you as a voter base again w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-1938 min
DARK WOKEAIPAC x 2, It's Too Hot, Death by Disney+You know we had to cap this week with the bizarre, the necessary and the followup. We hit Minneapolis to check on the Ilhan Omar campaign as AIPAC's weird cousin tries to fund the opposition, a death at a Disney resort and the weird streaming terms of service agreement that covers it, and how climate change could collapse bridges across America w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-1534 min
DARK WOKETrans Ban Scam, Trump x Musk (Ew)Trump went on X (formerly Twitter) and lied about climate change to the guy, Elon Musk, who owns the platform and became the richest man on the planet, in part, as a climate champion. I watched the live break down what happens when two climate denying dummies come together in dangerous times. That, and we tackle the other reason people use to justify the popularization of transphobia, shutting down the argument once and for all, w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-1436 min
DARK WOKEIran, Group Think, + MaganomicsAn earthquake, Iran's promise of retaliatoin, and the dangers of group think...on both sides?! What happens when we start replicating the cultures corrosive to growth w/Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-1338 min
DARK WOKEK-Hive Roundup, Elections 4 Sale + Fight vs Flight?Get the best round up of elections and Olympics from over the weekend, pull back the curtain on unchecked elections spending that cuts the voices and votes everyday people out, and challenging the binary of fight or flight w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-1229 min
DARK WOKEAIPAC, Cori Bush, Elections RoundupTune in for the latest elections round up, get the story of the multi - million dollar effort to oust Rep. Cori Bush from Congress by AIPAC, and the dangers of weaponizing identity w/ Janaya Future Khan,*note* Most news outlets report that AIPAC spent $8 - 9 million to remove Bush, local organizers say it was closer to $20 million, I reference/source both in the episode but be mindful that only the former number is vetted.2024-08-0833 min
DARK WOKETim Walz - Everything U Need 2 KnoThis episode is about the everyman even the staunchest leftists applaud as choice for VP. Who is Tim Walz really, and what is his record as governor of Minnesota? Tune to learn Walz's stance on important matters like immigration, Gaza, abortion and guns, and what we can expect from a Harris/Walz ticket w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-08-0724 min
DARK WOKEBangladesh Bangs, UK Burns + US Recession?Sheikh Hasina resigned as PM of Bangladesh on Monday and fled the country following deadly state repression of student led uprisings. How did the widely celebrated Bangladeshi leader become dangerous to the very people she dedicated much of her life to? Startling racist and anti-immigrant violence reached a peak in the UK as hundreds of bigots targeted Muslims, Black people, and immigrants, learn just what the f is going on over there. That, and, are we in a damn recession on top of everything else we got going on? Get into all of the good, bad and ugly w...2024-08-0629 min
DARK WOKEImane Khelif, the Anti Trans Crusade + Israel Wants WarAlgerian boxer Imane Khelif was just living her regular life as an elite athlete competing at the Paris Olympics when the likes of Elon Musk, J.K Rowling, and Logan Paul attacked Khelif for being a man, pejorative for transwoman, for competing in the women's devision. Only, Khelif is a woman. She's been female her whole life. Listen as we get into just what the hell happened, the mythological crisis of transwomen in sports, and the strays women everywhere catch as a result. Oh, and Israel's deep investment in an endless war with the entire Middle East, possible on...2024-08-0529 min
DARK WOKESimone Biles, Venezuela, K-hive RoundupMany questioned whether or not Simone Biles would ever be the same when she stepped away from gymnastics 2 yrs ago to work on her mental health, yet her 2024 Olympic performance tells a story of true greatness. Venezuela's latest election is likely being stolen as you read this, learn about regime corruption and the U.S's role in it all, and a roundup of important election updates w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-07-3131 min
DARK WOKEWho Wins the Gender War?Most women vote Democrat, most men vote Republican, is it getting worse? In an already polarized America that has things like abortion and trans rights on the chopping block, gender has become a lightning rod issue that will likely worsen with a Democratic woman candidate vs a Republican man. According to polls, the divide between the two genders has only gotten worse. So are we in a gender war? That, and an important update on the Supreme Court w/ Janaya Future Khan2024-07-3052 min
DARK WOKEThe Coconut-pilled, the Cush Pusher + the OlympicsKamala and the Dems new play against Trump. If you're JD Vance, democracy dies between two couch cushions. Plus, a hot take on my love/hate relationship with the Olympics and what it says about us as people, from 1936 to now w/ Janaya Future Khan2024-07-2944 min
DARK WOKESonya Massey, Bibi in Congress36 year old Sonya Massey called the police for help only for them to shoot and killed her in her home. The circumstances surrounding her death, the disgusting person who ended her life, and her father's campaign for justice. And, Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a speech in Congress despite being an ICJ war criminal in violation of international law. His arrogance, lack of remorse, and intentions to draw out Israel's one sided war against Palestine for as long as possible was clear. Talk about it all w/ Janaya Future Khan2024-07-2544 min
DARK WOKEWhat Happens to Whisteblowers?I'm old enough to remember when two whistleblowers drew national attention when they told the world Boeing was knowingly flying faulty planes. Then they both died. So are you because it happened in the last few years. Learn about why Boeing always seems to be in the news, the bravery of whistleblowers, and how capitalism allows corporations to play with our lives, w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-07-2415 min
DARK WOKEKamala - Everything U Need 2 KnoSince Biden's endorsement, Kamala Harris seems the all but guaranteed Dem nominee, but who is she really? From her years as AG to her brief Senate run, here's everything you need to know on her record, why certain folks can't stand her, and where she stands on key issues like abortion, inflation, abortion and Gaza. Also, play Fantasy Veepstakes as we imagine her likely and not so likely VPs, w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-07-2331 min
DARK WOKEIt's Joe-ver - Dawn of the VeepI innocently woke up this morning, poured my Stōks, and sat down to Joe Biden officially stepping out of the presidential race. Is this good news? Bad news? Will Kamala Harris secure the nomination in time? And will any of this be enough to beat Trump? And what about AOC's warning? In this episode, we go over how we got here, where we're headed, and why it matters w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-07-2231 min
DARK WOKEFrat Trans Bans, RNC, MAGA Wants to Kill Weather AppThe RNC was exactly what you'd expect, so I thought I'd give you a recap with my own twist to make it far, faaarrrrr more interesting. That, and Alpha Phi Alpha, or as I'd like to call them, Alpha Phi Ashy, have decided to ban transgender members even though they themvselves (pun intended) exist because of historic and contemporary marginalization. Speaking of bans, MAGA intends to kill public access to the weather report. This has massive implications on all of our lives, from how many sweaters we need to pack to climate crises not being reported so billionaires can...2024-07-1720 min
DARK WOKEWho the Hell is J.D Vance?Trump announced his running mate J. D Vance, once a media darling and Appalachian zoo exhibit for progressives that wanted to see but not touch that white trash part of America. At 37, he stands to be the heir apparent to Trump's fascistic fever dream and the minions who serve it. But it wasn't alwasy so. There was once a time when Vance despised Donald Trump and everything he stood for, believing it was "demagogues" like him that exploited the pain of the poor white working class. So how did he go from that to Trump's first pick in the...2024-07-1625 min
DARK WOKEWannabe Dictator Grazed By BulletI couldn't resist using the headline we should have seen everywhere after presidential candidate Donald Trump had his ear nicked by a bullet during one of his MAGA rallies. Rather than hold him accountable for the violence he has normalized and so readily calls upon when things don't go his way, Dems got soft-kneed with slogans like, "there's no place in America for political violence." Firstly, that's news to me. Secondly, we're either facing a person seeking to dismantle American democracy by turning the country against itself or we're not. Would love to see some both/ands pls n...2024-07-1529 min
DARK WOKEHomes Not BombsWhen it comes to homelessness in LA, we've got the resources to keep everyone safe, so why hasn't Mayor Karen Bass, or any other mayor for that matter, addressed our homeless crisis in any meaningful way? Is it just trash politicians, private equity and real estate firms, and police, or are we missing something vital in these unprecedented times? In this episode we talk NIMBYISM, what we're all getting wrong about homelessness, and a personal story that almost made me poop my pants (I hate sharing personal stuff omg) w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-07-1031 min
DARK WOKEShitty Parents, Resilience + The Future of PalestineAs literary buff, a Canadian, and an English Major, I hit the nerdcore trifecta for consuming and appreciating the work of renowned writer Alice Munro. Imagine my shock and disgust when I learned that she betrayed her daughter in the most awful, devastating way possible.This, and after months of protests against Israel's endless bombing campaign on Palestinians, it's time we got into why America is still bankrolling this one sided attack, and how the media plays a roll in keeping it going.Ps, oxford comma 4 life, sincerely, Janaya Future Khan2024-07-0932 min
DARK WOKEI See London, I See France, I See America's UnderpantsAfter a disastrous debate performance, Biden and his supporters are scrambling to make a case for staying in the race, but should we even vote in this election knowing what we do? The Left is going through a painful identity crisis, one where our options feel unbelievably small and the threats unimaginably big. But what if the dilemma put before us isn't the full story? This episode is living in a rigged game, and what it means to still be on the board. Don't be anxious and alone, be anxious w/ Janaya Future Khan, who is most def anxious...2024-07-0826 min
DARK WOKEMarcron, Le Pen, Le Fin?Leader of French Far Right political party National Rally, Marine Le Pen has become Pres. Macron's biggest threat, and is part of the dangerous wave of Far Right extremism across the West. Why is the West going gay for fascism? Are things ever going to feel ok again? A story of hope from Thomasville, Alabama, talking elephants, and a quick note on Le Guin w/ Janaya Future Khan2024-06-1129 min
DARK WOKEProject 2025 vs. EverybodyProject 2025 is so Far Right and far reaching it sounds cartoonishly evil. Eliminate all access to abortion AND birth control? Destroy public education, go on a capital punishment murder spree, deport every immigrant and Muslim, ban all access to trans care and ppl? Etcetera. No way, right? But we thought the same of Trump. Now we understand the threat he represents, and billionaire extremists see the opportunity in it. UGH. Learn about Project 2025, be annoyed that we're here, and get the playbook we need to win w/ Janaya Future Khan.2024-06-1024 min
DARK WOKEStudent Protests, Asylum, & The Price of FreedomShould students be punished for protesting on school campus? Jk. We all know tuition fees and being alive in this timeline is punishment enough. Where did this idea of 'sealing the border' come from, and what does it mean for people who are stuck in limbo right now? This, and more, with Janaya Future Khan2024-06-0518 min
DARK WOKESheinbaum, the Border, & How We Got HereClaudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's next president and its first woman leader (very cool) in more than 200 years of independence, became a beacon of hope almost overnight, but will it hold up in the areas that need it most (maybe less cool)? Mexico and the US work side by side, how will this impact the Dems + the border? And here's to you, the originals, the Penguins, the Sunday Sermon homies, a shout out, and the story of how we got here - w/ Janaya Future Khan2024-06-0429 min