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The ONME NetworkPart 1: Listen to Oct. 16 Central Valley Community Election Forum featuring local candidates, key voting information, and vote deadlinesThe Wednesday, October 16, 2024, Central Valley Community Election Forum was hosted by ONME News, in collaboration with community organizations, Black Women Organized for Political Action, Fresno, San Joaquin Valley Chapter, also known as BWOPA) Black American Political Association of California, Fresno Chapter, also known as Bay PACK; The NAACP #1038, Fresno Chapter; and the African American Clergy Caucus.ONME News executive producer and publisher Julia Ann Dudley Najieb was the moderator.Part 1 of the October 16 Central Valley Election Community Forum features California State Assembly District 31 candidates Dr. Joaquin Arambula (incumbent) against opponent Solomon V...
2024-10-211h 38
The ONME NetworkPart 2: Listen to Oct. 16 Central Valley Community Election Forum featuring local candidates, key voting information, and vote deadlinesThe Wednesday, October 16, 2024, Central Valley Community Election Forum was hosted by ONME News, in collaboration with community organizations, Black Women Organized for Political Action, Fresno, San Joaquin Valley Chapter, also known as BWOPA) Black American Political Association of California, Fresno Chapter, also known as Bay PACK; The NAACP #1038, Fresno Chapter; and the African American Clergy Caucus.ONME News executive producer and publisher Julia Ann Dudley Najieb was the moderator.A representative for the city of Kerman mayoral candidate, Maria Pacheco, who is the incumbent, talked about Pacheco's dedication to helping the city to build a...
2024-10-161h 51
The ONME NetworkPart 2: Listen to Oct. 9 Central Valley Community Election Forum featuring local candidates, key voting information, and vote deadlinesThe Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Central Valley Community Election Forum hosted by ONME News, in collaboration with community organizations, Black Women Organized for Political Action, Fresno, San Joaquin Valley Chapter, also known as BWOPA) Black American Political Association of California, Fresno Chapter, also known as Bay PACK; The NAACP #1038, Fresno Chapter; and the African American Clergy Caucus features the following Central Valley candidates; Fresno City Council Area 6 candidate, Nick Richardson; State Assembly District 8 candidate, David Tangipa; State Center Community College Area 2 incumbent candidate, Nasreen Johnson; Madera City Council District 4 incumbent candidate; Madera City Council District 4 candidate Derrick Robinson; State Assembly District 27 incumbent c...
2024-10-131h 57
The ONME NetworkPart 1: Listen to Oct. 9 Central Valley Community Election Forum featuring local candidates, key voting information, and vote deadlinesThe Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Central Valley Community Election Forum hosted by ONME News, in collaboration with community organizations, Black Women Organized for Political Action, Fresno, San Joaquin Valley Chapter, also known as BWOPA) Black American Political Association of California, Fresno Chapter, also known as Bay PACK; The NAACP #1038, Fresno Chapter; and the African American Clergy Caucus featured the following Central Valley candidates; Fresno City Council Area 6 candidate, Nick Richardson; State Assembly District 8 candidate, David Tangipa; State Center Community College Area 2 incumbent candidate, Nasreen Johnson; Madera City Council District 4 incumbent candidate; Madera City Council District 4 candidate Derrick Robinson; State Assembly District 27 incumbent can...
2024-10-121h 25
The ONME NetworkWatch California Politics Now DNC Day 3 Highlights, 8-21-24; vice-presidential nominee, Tim Walz, is introducedWatch past live footage highlights of Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) with ONME News show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb who recaps on the latest election news in California, with light news commentary between DNC speakers.Dudley Najieb explains more about the U.S. house of representative seat and a summary of the seven contentious races that will affect the make-up of the House in Congress. She intends to go in depth about the seven U.S. house of representative contentious seats in day four of the DNC.Thereafter, Dudley Najieb talks with San Francisco a...
2024-08-283h 48
The ONME NetworkWatch California Politics Now DNC Day 2 Highlights, 8-20-24--Emhoff and The Obamas take the stageWatch past live footage highlights of Day 2of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) with news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb who recaps on the latest election news in California, with light news commentary between DNC speakers.Dudley Najieb reviews and explains the open California's U.S. Senate race vacated by the late Senator Dianne Feinstein. This seat has been under the control of Democratic leadership in California since 1992.In Californian election news, since there are 10 state ballot measures this upcoming November 5 election, Dudley Najieb reviewed the process of how measures and propositions make th...
2024-08-283h 36
The ONME NetworkCalifornia Politics Now DNC Day 1 Highlights, 8-19-24Watch past live footage highlights of Day 1 the Democratic National Convention (DNC) with news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb who recaps on the latest election news in California, with light new commentary between DNC speakers. Dudley Najieb also talks with San Francisco affiliate news partner from KPOO 89.5 FM, who is on the ground in Chicago, Harrison Chastang who gives a detailed recap, from the live protests to the Black Caucus meeting results.Thereafter, watch a lively roundtable discussion with hall of famer and award-winning news publisher, Cheryl Smith, popular social media influencer, Ashley Ann and B...
2024-08-233h 50
The ONME NetworkCA Politics Now: Project 2025 Part II--Project 2025 appeals to the select few--that is, only the conservativesIn this segment of California Politics Now, news host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb reveals the intricate details of 23 videos released, amounting to 14 hours, released by Documented and ProPublica, non-partisan news organizations.In this next segment of California Politics Now, news host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb discusses how Project 2025 directly affects California, especially when it comes to the drastically, changing climate in the state.In the next segment of California Politics Now, news host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb discusses how Project 2025 directly affects California and the rest of the nation regarding popular initiatives and policies: social security b...
2024-08-1255 min
The ONME NetworkListen to CA Politics NOW: 'About Project 2025,' an introduction to how it will harm CaliforniaNews host Julia Ann Dudley Najieb reviews the intricate details regarding Project 2025 and its conservative beginningsCA Politics Now Part 1: Julia explains how the Heritage Foundation funded Project 2025 with $22 millionIn this segment of California Politics Now, "About Project 2025," Julia Ann Dudley Najieb explains in detail the key project of the Heritage Foundation: Project 2025. Although the director has recently stepped down, Paul Dans, the project would have a significant impact on California as a whole if it continues to push forward through the Trump-Vance Administration if they win the Nov. 5 2024 election.
2024-08-0553 min
The ONME NetworkONME PARTNER CORNER: In Part 3, Greg Lawson discusses with news host Julia what's needed to apply to the EDD services.In part 3 discussion of the California Employment Development Department (EDD) news host, Julia A. Dudley Najieb talks to Greg Lawson, Chief of Media and Creative Services for the California EDD about how people can apply to the benefits and services and what is needed to apply online, by phone or via mail.
2024-07-2609 min
The ONME NetworkONME PARTNER CORNER: What's new and what are the changes at the CA EDD? Listen to Part 2 with Greg LawsonIn part 2 of the ONME Partner Corner, Chief of Media and Creative Services for the California Employment Development Department Greg Lawson talks with news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb about the major changes at CA EDD to help applicants and to expedite the processing of the applications.Dudley Najieb reviews the past dismal experiences some people had with the CA EDD and the major changes because of it.https://edd.ca.gov
2024-07-2306 min
The ONME NetworkONME PARTNER CORNER: What is the California Employment Development Department all about?Listen to Part 1 with Greg LawsonIn part 2 of the ONME Partner Corner, Chief of Media and Creative Services for the California Employment Development Department Greg Lawson talks with news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb about the major changes at CA EDD to help applicants and to expedite the processing of the applications.Dudley Najieb review the past dismal experiences some people had with the CA EDD and the major changes because of it.https://edd.ca.gov
2024-07-2308 min
Black Headline NewsBHN Talk Radio Show (6-18-24): Listen to Juneteenth Special with Julia, Brigitte and CherylIn this episode, Cheryl Smith, Brigitte Jones and Julia Ann Dudley Najieb recap on the breaking news concerning former president, Donald Trump in Detroit, followed by the U.S. Military covert operation concerning an anti-VAX social media campaign in the Philippines.Thereafter the news hosts will talk about Juneteenth and several related stories: White Juneteenth scholarship recipients in Texas draw outrage '40 Acres and a Lie' details a broken promise of reparations-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------With news publishers, Cheryl Smith, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb and Brigitte Jones, get...
2024-06-191h 59
The ONME Network(6-14-24) News Too Real: California beaches sewage contamination is getting worse; conserving water is the new way of life for residents whoIn this episode of News Too Real, news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, reviews the latest mass sewage contamination of Southern California beaches, Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica, having a 54 % bacteria rate; San Luis Creek Mouth in San Luis Obispo having a 35% bacteria rate and Imperial Beach in San Diego, having a 100% bacteria contamination rate.The City of Imperial Beach is in San Diego County shares the Mexico-California border, specifically Tijuana; in just five years, over 100 billion gallons of untreated sewage, industrial waste, and urban runoff have spilled across the U.S.-Mexico b...
2024-06-181h 07
The ONME Network(6-7-24) News Too Real --Watch this weeks news headlines and feature, 'Is California out of its water scare?ONME News Headlines June 7, 2024:FRESNO: Upcoming Black Music Month event this weekend will honor three Fresno community and local leaders EPA finalizes order with California Department of Corrections Regarding San Luis Obispo Treatment Plant What Biden’s border order means for California California’s highest court rejects ‘people as pollution’ argument for UC Berkeley housingIs California out of its water scare? California residents are wondering if the drought is over; the numerous atmospheric rains and unseasonal snowfalls have Californians feeling more relaxed about the water situa...
2024-06-0828 min
The ONME NetworkNews Tool Real (5-3-24): California's budget woes may have only one unpopular solutionIn this episode of News Too Real with news host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, the latest California headlines include: New bill SB 478 to take effect this July bans restaurants' hidden 'junk fees'; PG& E's prominent rate hikes are due to excessive wildfires happening throughout California; State law enforcement makes 500+ arrests, removes nearly 700 pounds of fentanyl as part of San Francisco Operation.Feature: Dudley Najieb reviewed the state of California's budget deficit and what it will take to get the state budget balanced. California has depended on the the volatile, one-percent wage earners in tech jobs in California--the demise tha...
2024-05-0456 min
Black Headline NewsListen to the 2024 Black Headline News Super Bowl LVIII Pre-Game Show with Julia Ann Dudley NajiebIn this BHN Super Bowl 58 special, show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb reviews the football game basics, unique facts about the Super Bowl and the two teams playing--the 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs, and what to expect in each team's line-up based on the player's depth charts.The Super Bowl is happening on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 3:30 PM PST/6:30 PM EST.
2024-02-0856 min
The ONME NetworkCalifornia Politics Now: Here's a wrap-up of the CA's U.S. Senate seat debateIn this California Politics Now segment, news producer, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb gives commentary regarding the Monday night's CA U.S. Senate seat debate at the Bovard Auditorium on the University Park Campus.According to Politico.com and other news agencies, candidate Adam Schiff who has out-fundraised the field of candidates still remains in a strong position after this debate, although it was candidate Katie Porter who was the standout lead. Candidate Barbara Lee interjected as many points as possible to reiterate her experience and empathy for the average California voter. The only Republican at the...
2024-01-2514 min
The ONME NetworkCA Politics Now: (01-10-24) PART 1 - How does the U.S. House of Representatives work & key racesIn part 1 of this episode of "California Politics Now," news producer, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb went over how the U.S. House of Reps. work and reviewed the elected officials currently serving in those positions.
2024-01-1123 min
The ONME Network(01-03-24) Who are California’s US Senate Candidates? Part 2In this episode of California Politics Now, "Who are California’s US Senate Candidates? Part 2," news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, continues with the issues regarding the contentious California U.S. senate seat that is said to be a battleground election in almost 32 years. Democratic Reps. Barbara Lee, Katie Porter and Adam B. Schiff are all running in the regular March 5 primary for a full six-year term.It is uncertain that two Democrats will finish 1-2 in March because Republican Steve Garvey, a former star baseball player for the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Pa...
2024-01-0413 min
The ONME Network(01-03-24) Who are California’s US Senate Candidates? Part 1In this episode of California Politics Now with Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, part one of: "Who are California’s US Senate Candidates?" reviews the California U.S. senate seat in general: voters in California will elect one member to the U.S. Senate in the general election on November 5, 2024. The primary is March 5, 2024. The filing deadline was December 8, 2023. The election will fill the Class I Senate seat held by Sen. Laphonza Butler (D). Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) appointed Butler after former Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D) died on September 29, 2023. The 2024 election is only the second California Senate ra...
2024-01-0417 min
The ONME NetworkCPN: Learn more about the Electoral College process and a review of the top 20 fundraisers among the 2024 presidential candidatesIn this segment of California Politics Now, news host, Julia Dudley Najieb defines what an Electoral College is and the process: The Electoral College -- It's a process, not a place ...The Electoral College is how we refer to the process by which the United States elects the President, even though that term does not appear in the U.S. Constitution. In this process, the States (which includes the District of Columbia just for this process) elect the President and Vice President. Choosing each State's electors is a two-part process.First, the political parties...
2023-12-1921 min
The ONME NetworkCalifornia Politics Now: (Part 5) A review of 'The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate'In this segment of the California Politics Now: (Part 5) A review of "The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate," news producer, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews California's crime states from 2021 through 2023.According to nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank The Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC), California's crime is increasing.California’s violent crime rate increased by 5.7%, from 468 crimes per 100,000 residents in 2021 to 495 in 2022. While the rates for robbery (theft with force) and aggravated assault increased by 9.9% and 5.2%, respectively, homicides reversed a two-year upward trend, dropping by 6.1%, and rapes remained essentially the same (0.1% de...
2023-12-0816 min
The ONME NetworkCalifornia Politics Now: (Part 4) A review of 'The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate'Part 4 of California Politics Now: A review of "The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate," news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb breaks down the common argument between both Republicans and Democrats campaign comments regarding, "Are crime rates the highest in red states rather than the blue states? Such a question becomes complicated ...According to the Pew Research Center, during the 2022 mid-term elections last year, their research found that Black voters are particularly likely to say violent crime is a very important midterm issue.Black Americans have consistently been more likely than...
2023-12-0710 min
The ONME NetworkCalifornia Politics Now: (Part 3) A review of 'The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate'In this part 3 of California Politics Now: A review of "The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate," news show host, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb reviews the two counties in Florida who banned Toni Morrison books in school districts, according to Governor Gavin Newsom's claim of African-American authored-books banned out of Florida schools due to Governor Ron DeSantis imposing laws.The facts of the matter may keep a person puzzled according to the data Dudley Najieb presents in this excerpt.
2023-12-0706 min
The ONME NetworkCalifornia Politics Now: (Part 1) A review of 'The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate'In this part 1 segment of California Politics Now, 'The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate' with Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, viewers first get an in-depth review of the backgrounds of both governors, Gavin Newsom of California and Ron DeSantis of Florida.According to CalMatters, DeSantis accepted Newsom’s debate challenge in August, pitting him against someone who is not even in the presidential race. But lacking opportunities to face off directly against Trump, who has refused to participate in the GOP primary debates, DeSantis aimed to show Republican voters that he is best-equipped to take on Democratic Pr...
2023-12-0717 min
The ONME NetworkListen to part two of the '2023 Summer Review California Headlines' featuring top newsCheck out the latest California news headlines with news producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, who reviews the top stories from June 21, 2023 to September 22, 2023: from the Bitwise Industries corporate scandal and Antioch & Pittsburgh police officers' scandals to the illegal infectious disease lab found in Reedley, Dudley Najieb goes into details on key stories that made it nationwide and worldwide.Here are the stories in part 2:Will new Racial Equity Commission help reveal the realities of the damages of Proposition 209?California prisons have a drug problem. A strip search policy...
2023-11-0257 min
The ONME NetworkListen to part one of the '2023 Summer Review California Headlines' featuring top newsCheck out the latest California news headlines with news producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, who reviews the top stories from June 21, 2023 to September 22, 2023: from the Bitwise Industries corporate scandal and Antioch & Pittsburgh police officers' scandals to the illegal infectious disease lab found in Reedley, Dudley Najieb goes into details on key stories that made it nationwide and worldwide.Here are the stories in part 1:Bitwise Industries files Chapter 7 while former employees remain broken from CEOs' theft of wagesCA: The business community and governor respond to Supreme...
2023-10-3059 min
Intrinsic RadioEpisode 4 WN&YC: Discover the heavy toll of plastic and the solution innovators helping to subside the problemGlobally, 1 million plastic drinking bottles are purchased every minute while up to 5 trillion single-use plastic bags are used annually.In this fourth episode of What's Now & Yet to Come," show host, Julia Ann Dudley N. reiterates the plastic problem: If historic growth trends continue, global production of primary plastic is forecasted to reach 1,100 million tonnes by 2050, according to the UN Environment Programme. Dudley Najieb then reviews some of the solutions people and businesses are using with plastic waste.From the 1950s to the 1970s, only a small amount of plastic was produced, and as...
2023-05-1930 min
The ONME NetworkONME Quick News Bits 3-31-23: News briefing with Newsom reviews homeless housing, San Quentin prison transformation, and insulinShow host Julia Dudley Najieb closes out Herstory Month reviewing notable greats honored by the California legislature,followed by an overview report from a call with over 60 ethnic media and Gov. Gavin Newsom. Dudley Najieb will do a longer follow-up in longer show next week, News Too Real , Friday, April 7, 2023.
2023-04-0120 min
The ONME NetworkSilicon Valley Bank closes: did it fail due to 'diversity' or being too 'woke,' or is this common?The federal government closed Signature Bank this past Sunday; regional banks have the most to lose right now if the panic runs continue--Black banks should be consideredIn this episode of News Too Real, show host & producer, Julia Dudley Najieb explores the in-depth reasons as to why banks fail; on the contrary, Black banks have had key discriminatory factors contributing to their losses and failures. Dudley Najieb reveals those historical challenges, as well as comforting news on 21 thriving, mostly FDIC insured, Black-owned banks nationwide.
2023-03-141h 00
The ONME NetworkBrewing Within Episode 5: a parent and teacher share their experiences of the transition aftermathFresno parents and teachers were struggling to help their children and themselves deal with loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemicIn "Brewing Within" episode 5, ONME News, Julia Dudley Najieb talks to a parent who resides in Fresno County where her son was transitioning from eighth grade to the ninth grade -- in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. She found some workable solutions, as well as roadblocks that were challenging.Thereafter, Dudley Najieb talks with renowned teacher and coach Chris Finley, who felt pulled in different directions as a parent, teacher and coach...
2023-01-2043 min
The ONME Network"Brewing Within” Episode 2: 'There’s an approaching student mandate deadline' in CaliforniaIn the almost 40-minute episode 2 of the "Brewing Within" series (funded by NABJ Black Press Grant) ONME News publisher, Julia Dudley Najieb, narrates and navigates through the student vaccine mandate that was happening/did happen/or is still happening? Of course this issue continues to be a debate to this date, but Dudley Najieb navigates through the legalize and political stances.Thereafter, Dudley Najieb features key expert, Dr. Naomi Bardach, who was part of a team that was behind the scene of the impact of COVID-19 on California schools, and how to...
2022-12-2239 min
The ONME NetworkAttorney General Bonta, law enforcement statewide and DA Smittcamp tackle fentanyl crisis head onIn this News Too Real special feature on the fentanyl crisis in California, show host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews how law enforcement is stepping up to tackle the crisis, full force. Attorney General Rob Bonta has seized almost 1,000 pounds of fentanyl powder since April 2021. Dudley Najieb reviews the horrific stats of the formidable increase of fentanyl-related deaths throughout California, and the many seizures at the boarder of Mexico and California and Texas and Mexico. Next Dudley Najieb reviews the Fresno county District Attorney's Office press conference, lead by DA Lisa Smittcamp; Fresno County is pressing charges for its...
2022-10-251h 05
The ONME Network(10-4-22) Watch News Too Real Election Edition, episode 5 now, featuring the Calif. state assembly candidatesIn this episode five of News too Real News Too Real Election Edition, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the California state assembly candidates running for office; 12 of those races include Black candidates and incumbents. Dudley Najieb also reviewed the Voter's Choice locations in southern and northern California.
2022-10-0559 min
The ONME NetworkAlthough Calif. has a homelessness epidemic, there is some better news of hope out of Kern CountyIn this episode of News Too Real: Sucess Stories in California homelessness epidemic, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the appalling statistics that are also dismissal nationwide concerning the rate of homelessness in California. As the crisis reveals that over 60,000 people in California do not have homes to go to at night, there is a sliver of good news coming out of Kern County city, Bakersfield, CA, who has achieved a rate of "functional zero" homelessness in its city; this information was revealed during an Ethnic Media Service (EMS) news briefing last week. During this News Too...
2022-07-2754 min
The ONME NetworkPart 2: ONME's 2022 CA Juneteenth: Physical Health & Criminal JusticeIn this part 2 of The ONME Network's 2022 California Juneteenth: An In-Depth Review of Reparations in California with show host Julia Dudley Najieb, the 2.5-hour broadcast begins with with excerpts of Juneteenth celebrations in Santa Clara County, Tulare County, and Fresno County. The 2.5 hour broadcast continues with the review of the California Reparations Task Force's key testimonies. Show host and executive producer, Julia Dudley Najieb, expresses brief, personal commentary as she delves into the two topics of physical health related to racism, and flaws in California's criminal justice system.
2022-06-252h 32
The ONME Network'News Too Real' June 8, 2022: Listen to review California Primary Election update with state offices and moreIn this special episode of News Too Real, podcast show host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest California state-office elections and congressional races: governor, US senator, lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, state controller, insurance commissioner, board of equalization and superintendent of schools, as well as US representatives. Dudley Najieb also discussed key regional and municipal races in the news nationwide.
2022-06-081h 00
The ONME NetworkCentral Valley Elections: News Too Real Special reviews state and regional candidates for June 7In this episode of News Too Real: 2022 Primary Elections; Let's review US senator candidates, Central Valley US reps and state candidates, show host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the US Senate candidates, Central Valley US representative candidates, California state senators and state assembly candidates for Tuesday's June 7, 2022 Primary Elections. Dudley Najieb also addresses the issue of the US Senate candidates being printed on the ballot twice--this is not a mistake ... it was to avoid a "constitutional snag," according to CalMatters, who said the the state Assembly passed a bill last year that calls for an election whenever a...
2022-06-0242 min
The ONME NetworkBREAKING: San Francisco residents accuse members of Redistricting Task Force for gerrymanderingProducer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the news headlines regarding the controversial San Francisco gerrymandering accusation against three task force membersNews Too Real April 8, 2022: In episode 9 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reflects on the breaking news concerning the highly controversial redistricting process happening in San Francisco, CA where residents are in an uproar with the recent set of maps released by the Redistricting Task Force; some people hold three members of the task force at fault. Some leaders are speaking out against the possible gerrymandering tactics being performed on behalf of the Republican...
2022-04-1036 min
The ONME NetworkNews Too Real: There were more fentanyl drug overdoses and deaths during the COVID-19 pandemicNews Too Real April 4, 2022: In episode 5 of season 4, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the Tuesday, May 3, 2022 Special Elections in Livermore along with discussing the crucial headline concerning the fentanyl epidemic in California. In part 2, Dudley Najieb will review the statistics concerning the increase of fentanyl use and overdoses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2022-04-0530 min
The ONME NetworkWatch the start of 'News Too Real' Season 4, now a daily podcast; CA rental assistance ends tomorrowProducer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews revised, 30-min-ish, daily show format with ONME viewers and listeners, followed by the latest news headlines. In analyzing the launching of the revised format of News Too Real, Julia Dudley Najieb saw the hiatus as an opportunity to reconstruct the video podcast to a live, daily, compacted broadcast, covering the different regions throughout California. The revised show format allows for more continuation broadcasts, such as what often happens during election time while covering different regions of California. Dudley Najieb intends on covering four regions in California: Silicon Valley, Bay Area, Southern...
2022-03-3039 min
The ONME NetworkPART 2 News Too Real: An in-depth review of newly released, 6-part, dramedy series to Netflix, "Colin in Black and White "Since the release of "Colin in Black and White," is mainstream media causing people to miss the importance messaging on racial bias in the other episodes?Since the release of "Colin in Black and White," is mainstream media causing people to miss the importance messaging on racial bias in the other episodes? In this episode of News Too Real - PART 2: An in-depth review of newly released, 6-part, dramedy series to Netflix, "Colin in Black and White ", producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews each episode's theme and story line. Dudley Najieb gives brief cinematic...
2021-11-031h 00
The ONME NetworkPARY 1 News Too Real: An in-depth review of newly released, 6-part, dramedy series to Netflix, "Colin in Black and White "Despite the misleading mainstream headlines, Kaepernick's youth encompasses racially biased incidents, structural racism and an introduction to white privilege at a very young age. In this episode of News Too Real: An in-depth review of newly released, 6-part, dramedy series to Netflix, "Colin in Black and White ", producer host Julia Dudley Najieb gives specific details of Colin Kaepernick's upbringing in the Central Valley city of Turlock, CA, located in Stanislaus County relative to her own experiences growing up in the Almaden Valley. She reiterates the bouts of racism, racial bias and white privilege he had to navigate...
2021-11-031h 00
The ONME NetworkNews Too Real: Pt 2 -AB 3121 Task Force expert presenters discuss discrimination in education, lifeIn this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the fourth meeting of the AB 3121 Reparations Task Force who met October 12 and 13. Dudley Najieb reviews day one, part 2, in this four-part series, highlighting excerpts of the panelist speakers' presented research, identified as "testimony" by the AB 3121 Task Force. Panel topics included: Housing & Education Segregation; Environmental Racism.AB 3121 charges the Reparations Task Force with studying the institution of slavery and its lingering negative effects on living African Americans, including descendants of persons enslaved in the United States and on society. Additionally, the Task Force will...
2021-10-151h 02
The ONME NetworkNews Too Real - Part 1 AB 3121 Task Force Meeting October 12In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews the fourth meeting of the AB 3121 Reparations Task Force who met October 12 and 13. Dudley Najieb reviews day one in this three-part series, highlighting excerpts of the panelist speakers' presented research, identified as "testimony" by the AB 3121 Task Force. Panel topics included: Housing & Education Segregation; Environmental Racism.AB 3121 charges the Reparations Task Force with studying the institution of slavery and its lingering negative effects on living African Americans, including descendants of persons enslaved in the United States and on society. Additionally, the Task Force will recommend...
2021-10-141h 00
The ONME NetworkNews Too Real show analyzes Calif recall vote precinct data and fact-checks Elder's slavery commentIn this News Too Real episode, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest results from the 2021 California Gubernatorial Recall Election, which Governor Gavin Newsom defeated with over 60% of voters saying "no" to the recall action. Newsom is the second California governor to face a recall election. Dudley Najieb first analyzes the turnout data per county, followed by a discussion of the polling communication errors the mainstream media saturated without clarifying the misinformation. As some social media followers took to Black Twitter to express their disappointment in the statements from candidate Larry Elder about slaveholders deserving reparations...
2021-09-161h 00
The ONME NetworkNews Too Real 9-6-21 - A talk with Tony Thurmond and Pamela Haynes about education and COVID-19 reveals challenges for Black studentsIn this episode of News Too Real, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews EMS media briefing with Tony Thurmond and then a one-on-one interview with California Community College Board President Pamela Haynes about students getting back to class during the COVID-19 pandemic. They talk about the changes made in education to help students overall. Dudley Najieb also reviews California Community College webinar exploring the disproportionate enrollment of Black students.
2021-09-072h 05
The ONME NetworkNews too Real 7-29-21 Part 1B: Calif. Dept. of Public Health reinstates mask mandates for indoorsIn this ONME News Review's, News Too Real episode, Part 1B: CDC Gives Update of COVID-19 Pandemic Concerning Delta Variant, producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest California COVID-19 headlines and the California Department of Public Health's reinstated mask mandate for not only schools, but all public indoor settings. Dudley Najieb also reviews the last part of the Ethnic Media Services media briefing with Centers for Disease Control (CDC) officials Dr. Lauri Hicks and Dr. Jose Montero, who talked one-on-one with the ethnic media about the delta variant, mask recommendations, and other COVID-19 related issues.
2021-07-291h 00
The ONME NetworkCalifornia Ethnic Media Award - Julia Dudley Najieb's Acceptance SpeechCentral Valley-based media publisher Julia Dudley Najieb receives award for her 3 part series on the 2020 Elections. Here are the three media pieces: (1) Watch recap of ONME News' election coverage; it's not over yet, according to election officials - https://www.onmenews.com/post/watch-recap-of-onme-news-election-coverage-it-s-not-over-yet-according-to-election-officials (2) Election 2020: ONR recaps on CA and Central Valley Black candidate wins and losses this election - https://www.onmenews.com/post/election-2020-update-all-california-black-caucus-members-hold-strong-leads-in-races (3) ONR 12-15-20: Check out the Northern California Black election winners serving, starting in 2021 - https://www.onmenews.com/post/onr-12-15-20-check-out-the-northern-california-black-election-winners-starting-in-2021.
2021-06-0601 min
The ONME NetworkNews Too Real - Hear about Mental Health Tips and Can Communities Truly Heal Post-Pandemic?In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb begins with a review of the late April press briefing with group, The Big City Mayors (BCM) , a coalition of mayors across California’s 13 largest cities.For Mental Awareness Month, Dudley Najieb reviews 15 tips to help decompress the mind.The featured story of this podcast, "Can Communities Truly Heal Post-Pandemic?" recaps on Ethnic Media Services (EMS) media briefing addressing the concerns of Black and Brown peoples suffering due to equity issues in access to funding and assistance.
2021-05-131h 31
The ONME NetworkNews Too Real: Watch Black Lives Matter fire-recap and alternative solutions for donorsIn this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb does a brief recap of news headline scandal surrounding Black Lives Matter; she offers solutions for donors looking for other alternatives in philanthropy. In the beginning of this podcast, Dudley Najieb reviews Mental Health Awareness Month followed by a 9-min. video featuring Dr. Shaun Fletcher and his personal story regarding mental health. Dr. Fletcher reviews the barriers African-Americans have when it comes to getting help with mental illness.
2021-05-051h 29
The ONME NetworkNews Too Real: Breaking News, Chauvin found guilty in George Floyd murder; hear response from an African-American perspectiveIn this episode of News Too Real: Where Are we With Police Relations and Our Black Males in California, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb with Lennice Najieb review the responses and online Tweets after Minneapolis ex-police officer, Derek Chauvin was found guilty for the murder of George Floyd last spring.Chauvin, was convicted Tuesday, April 20, 2021 for the murder and manslaughter of George Floyd, a Black man, whom he pinned to the pavement with his knee on the back of Floyd's neck for 9 minutes and 29 seconds.Chauvin was found guilty on all charges: second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree...
2021-04-211h 48
The ONME NetworkNews Too Real: Host reviews extended deadline for filing taxes and new revisions due to COVID-19Struggling to meet the April 15 tax filing deadline? Then take note of the IRS's new tax filing deadline of May 17 for individuals, the self-employed and for those who do not owe the IRS for past due tax payments.In this episode of News Too Real, producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb addresses the recent changes for those filing their 2020 taxes; not only has the tax-deadline been extended, but the American Rescue Plan has instilled new provisions regarding the Earned Income Tax Credit where people can take out advanced payments for 2021 tax filing of Earned Income Tax Credit. ...
2021-04-072h 00
The ONME NetworkONR 2-1-21: Learn about the Father of Black History Month, Dr. Woodson; COVID-19 vaccine update proves to be controversialProducer host Julia Dudley Najieb breaks down the COVID-19 horror stories of what's true and what's false concerning reports of side effects and deaths from taking the vaccine. Dudley Najieb also features experts Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris and Dr. Elaine Batchlor who help clarify the current vaccines, Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech.
2021-02-021h 07
The ONME NetworkONR 1-14-21: Watch review of upcoming MLK events and the challenges of vaccine distributionONR producer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed the latest MLK events happening throughout California. Thereafter Dudley Najieb reviewed the challenges of vaccine distribution with two experts Dr. Robert M. Wachter and Dr. William Schaffner.
2021-01-152h 58
The ONME NetworkONR 1-13-21: A hero in the midst ...What next, America, Mr. Trump?ONR producer host Julia Dudley Najieb acknowledges the heroic effort of Capitol police officer, Eugene Goodman; California Endowment sends powerful message for the future after a tumultuous 2020 dealing with racism; expert Hilda Kennedy talks about the California Relief Grant due today.Does President Donald Trump's two speeches show duplicity? Dudley Najieb reviews BBC news clip to let the viewers decide.
2021-01-141h 17
The ONME NetworkONR 1-12-21: American Democracy and the Vote Part 2 - How safe is your right to vote?ONR producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb interviews small business expert, Salena Pryor, who is urging people to fill out the California Relief Grant due Jan 13. Then Dudley Najieb recaps on part 2 of "How Safe Is Youe Right to Vote?", featuring three attorney experts who explain the letigations cases and voter suppression: Judith A. Browne Dianis, Dr. Gabriela D. Lemus and Myrna Perez, Director.
2021-01-131h 28
The ONME NetworkAmerican Democracy and the Vote Part 1- How safe is your right to vote?ONR producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb, comments and reviews on the latest insurrection at the nation's capitol in Washington, D.C. Dudley Najieb looks at the history of other elections in our U.S. history compared to the 2020 Presidential Election; more similarities than differences are surprisingly revealed.Finally Dudley Najieb reviews the three experts who break down the safety or lack their of concerning the right to vote: Judith A. Browne Dianis, Dr. Gabriela D. Lemus and Myrna Perez, Director. In this episode, featured expert, Browne Dianis, a civil rights attorney and co-director of the Advancement...
2021-01-091h 28
The ONME NetworkONR: Enjoy a 2020 Holiday Review wiht producer host, Julia Dudley NajiebEnjoy learning the history of Hanukah, Kwanzaa, the Winter Solstice and Xmas as producer host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviews some interesting facts and shares informative video. Then enjoy a 30 minute excerpt from the 2020 California Holiday Special.
2020-12-2548 min
The ONME NetworkONR: 12-21-20 - Watch review of the COVID1-9 pandemic and how it is affecting LA County housingProducer host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the state of California COVID-19 crisis in southern San Joaquin Valley counties neighboring Los Angeles County.Dudley Najieb reviewed excerpts from an EMS briefing centralizing on rent services for tenants and landlords affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020-12-221h 53
The ONME NetworkONR: 12-15-20 Here are the Northern California Black election winners starting in 2021ONME News Review Producer and Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed the "Keep the Seat" perspective regarding Senator Kamala Harris's seat. Dudley Najieb reviewed the 2021 election winners in Northern California.
2020-12-161h 44
The ONME NetworkONR: Domestic Violence up due to COVID-19 - Pt. 2Producer and host Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed Ethnic Media Briefing concerning the uptick in domestic violence in California; experts addressed the factors leading to the increasing rates of this type of violence.
2020-12-112h 42
The ONME NetworkONR - How LA County is Meeting Health Care and Food Security Needs in the COVID-19 PandemicONME News Review Podcast Show Producer Julia Dudley Najieb reviews LA County's COVID-19 update along with the services available for all residents, whether they are U.S. citizens or not.
2020-12-051h 36
The ONME NetworkONR: Thanksiving podcast reviews holiday's and Sat., Nov. 21 California Democratic Party Black Caucus media briefing (11-26-20)ONR producer and host Julia Dudley Najieb discussed topic, "Thanksgiving It’s meaning to different cultures in America" at the beginning of the podcast. Dudley Najieb continued on to review and recap excerpts from Sat., Nov. 21 California Democratic Party Black Caucus media briefing; the podcast recapped on news story "Women Leaders on Sen. Harris Replacement: 'One is not enough, zero is unacceptable.'"
2020-11-261h 28
The ONME NetworkONR: Reviewing Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and 25-Year Racism StudyONR Podcast Show Producer Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the 16 symptoms regarding pancreatic cancer; a 25-year study shows the health damages of racism and a Caucasian neighbor behaving badly toward Black neighbors is caught on video.
2020-11-211h 28
The ONME NetworkONR: COVID-19 CRISIS UPDATE 11-13-20 with Ethnic Media ServicesONR host, Julia Dudley Najieb, reviews today's emergency COVID-19 crisis media briefing with Ethnic Media Services featuring medical doctors: Dr. Ashish Jha, Dr. Nirav Shah, Dr. William Schaffner and Dr. Tung Nguyen.
2020-11-142h 23
The ONME NetworkONR recaps on CA and Central Valley Black candidate wins and losses this electionONME News Review "2020 Election Aftermath Part 1," podcast show host, Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed the state-level wins by African-American candidates, as well as local Central Valley--from Kern County to San Joaquin County--losses and unofficial wins from election races involving Black candidates, (watch whole podcast above.) Najieb will also do a briefer summary of Northern CA and Southern, CA candidates as more races are called.
2020-11-091h 38
The ONME NetworkONME News Live Special - 2020 Presidential ElectionsThe ONME Network provided a ONME News Live Special on the 2020 Presidential Elections: Hosts include ONME News Review, Julia Dudley Najieb; co-host, Ken McCoy from the Ken McCoy Entertainment Report and guest host, Michael Tucker from 10 Minutes for Democracy. Special guests included Tara Lynn Gray, Regina Brown Wilson, and The Honorable Cynthia Sterling.
2020-11-043h 38
The ONME NetworkONR-2020 Presidential Elections: Part 8 - Voting Center Locations and Elections News StoriesHost Julia Dudley Najieb recaps on the latest ONME 2020 Election related news stories and an excerpt from the LA Times about Black people giving a message to the president. Najieb also reviews where people can find voting centers.
2020-11-021h 09
The ONME NetworkCalifornia 2020 Presidential Elections Part 7Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the California voting laws; watch excerpts of Michael Tucker with his views on candidates Trump - VS- Biden and his views on Amy Coney Barret.
2020-10-2941 min
The ONME NetworkONR-2020 Presidential Elections: Part 6 - Election News and an in-depth look at Prop 22Host Julia Dudley Najieb has an in-depth discussion with expert political guest host Michael Tucker about Proposition 22. Najieb also discussed Tucker's tips on picking judges during this election cycle,the process of becoming president, what is an electoral college, and the drawbacks of an outdated system.
2020-10-221h 30
The ONME NetworkONR-2020 Presidential Elections: Part 5 - Election News and an in-depth look at Prop 21Host Julia Dudley Najieb has an in-depth discussion with expert political guest host Michael Tucker about Proposition 21. Najieb also discussed the latest election news concerning misinformation and burning ballot boxes.
2020-10-201h 06
The ONME NetworkONR-2020 Presidential Elections: Part 4 - Ice Cube TruthHost Julia Dudley Najieb clarifies comments made by Ice Cube through video clip on Roland Martin's show, "Roland Martin Unfiltered." Najieb also talks about the agendas for Black America from each presidential candidate's perspective.
2020-10-171h 05
The ONME NetworkONR-2020 Presidential Elections: Part 3 - Reviewing Prop 16Host Julia Dudley Najieb takes a special look at proposition 16 to reappeal prop 209 featuring experts Thomas Saenz,Vincent Pan and Attorney Eva Paterson..
2020-10-132h 59
The ONME NetworkONR-2020 Presidential Elections: California Propositions Part 2Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest propositions that will be on the ballot of the 2020 Presidential Elections.
2020-10-122h 03
The ONME NetworkONR-2020 Presidential Elections: California Propositions Part 1Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the latest propositions that will be on the ballot of the upcoming 2020 Presidential Election. Najieb also reviewed questions from audience members: Did President Barack Obama leave judicial appointments for President Donald Trump? Is Pres. Trump considered "the" racist president?
2020-10-102h 59
The ONME NetworkONR: CA Secretary of State talks 'Voting Access and Safety (9-11-20)Host Julia Dudley Najieb talks with CA Secretary of State Alex Padilla about voting process, laws and updates during COVID-19.
2020-09-141h 34
The ONME NetworkONR: News too Real - Voting Concerns in the COVID-19 Era 8-28-20Host Julia Dudley Najieb features national and California-wide experts who have researched key concerns in the upcoming voting changes for Nov. 3, 2020. Hear more information about what's happening to the people of colors' vote: Nathaniel Persily, Healthy Elections Project, Stanford UniversityKarthick Radakrishnan, Founder and Director, AAPI DataAndrea Miller, Founder, Reclaim Our VoteTerry Ao Minnis, Senior Director of Census and Voting Programs, Asian Americans Advancing Justice (AAJC.)
2020-08-311h 29
The ONME NetworkONR: News too Real - COVID-19 Update Pt. 2 - August 24, 2020Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews EMS briefings featuring experts and medical doctors giving the facts, research and latest on vaccinations for the COVID-19.
2020-08-2559 min
The ONME NetworkONR: News too Real - COVID-19 Update Pt. 1 - August 21, 2020Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews EMS briefings featuring experts and medical doctors giving the facts, research and latest on vaccinations for the COVID-19.
2020-08-221h 28
The ONME NetworkONR: News Too Real: Emergency Preparedness in Vulnerable CommunitiesHost Julia Dudley Najieb reviews emergency preparedness tips as experts speak about CA robust plan to prepare residents for any emergency using listosca.org and calalerts.org
2020-08-201h 26
The ONME NetworkONR - News too Real - California COVID-19 Crisis in Education Part 3Host Julia Dudley Najieb finalized the "California COVID-19 Crisis in Education Part 3" with comments from Pedro Noguera, Dean, USC Rossier School of Education; Shaun R. Harper, Executive Director of the USC Race and Equity Center; and Eddie Valero, Supervisor for District 4, Tulare County Board of Supervisors.
2020-08-1556 min
The ONME NetworkNews too Real- The Eviction Crisis in California-July 28, 2020Host Julia Dudley Najieb talks in depth about the eviction crisis pre and post COVID-19; heavy newly added homeless population in Black and Brown communities.
2020-07-291h 29
The ONME NetworkONR: July 21, 2020 - A Tribute to John Robert LewisHosts Ken McCoy and Julia Dudley Najieb give a tribute to Civil Rights Movement catalyst, Congressman John Robert Lewis.l
2020-07-232h 58
The ONME NetworkONME News too Real: Ijeoma Oluo - July 16, 2020Host Julia Dudley Najieb highlights Ijeoma Oluo's book: "So You Want to Talk About Race."
2020-07-1759 min
The ONME NetworkONME News Special Report: COVID-19 July 14, 2020Host Julia Dudley Najieb gives a special report on COVID-19 from experts featured in past media briefings. As the numbers rise in California, Dudley Najieb accentuates on the expert advice and information.
2020-07-152h 04
The ONME NetworkONME Nrews Review - July 10, 2020Host Julia Dudley Najieb recaps on the latest news for July.
2020-07-111h 08
The ONME NetworkONMENews Too Real 7-9-20 - Masks and Bad BehaviorHost Julia Dudley Najieb talks about COVID-19 by the numbers; people behaving badly without masks; white supremacists taking things to another level; VauhXX Booker news and issue he has with Indiana authorities.
2020-07-1046 min
The ONME NetworkONME News Review - June 2020 Recap (July 8, 2020)Join host Julia Dudley Najieb as she recaps on the latest June 2020 news stories from ONME News.
2020-07-092h 04
The ONME NetworkONME News Review COVID-19 Part 7 (4-15-20) African-American small businesses left out of stimulus package.Host Julia Dudley Najieb talks about how African-American small businesses are suffering from being overlooked for funding during COVID-19 era.
2020-04-161h 30
The ONME NetworkONME News Review COVID-19 Part 6 (4-14-20)Hosts Julia Dudley Najieb, Chris Finley and Lennice Najieb recap on the latest numbers in regards to COVID-19 and talk with experts Dr. Stacie Walton and other experts.
2020-04-152h 01
The ONME NetworkONME News Review COVID-19 Part 5 (4-1-20) - What bleach products to use and not mixNews host Julia Dudley Najieb reviewed the disinfectants that DO NOT mix; in the COVID-19 era, people are not sure how much bleach to mix or not mix. Also Najieb reviews popular "rona memes."
2020-04-021h 28
The ONME NetworkONME News Review COVID-19 Part 4 (3-31-20) - FMBCC, Dawn Golik and Congressman Jim CostaHost Julia Dudley Najieb reviews Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce webinar options presented to small businesses, featuring Dawn Golik from the SBA and Congressman Jim Costa --COIVD-19 Stimulus
2020-04-011h 04
The ONME NetworkONME News Review COVID-19 Part 3 (3-30-20)Host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews excerpts from doctors and specialist in the medical profession discussing their concerns about COVID-19. They also address what to do about it now to stay safe.
2020-03-311h 03
The ONME NetworkONME Breaking News COVID-19 Part 2: with hosts Chris Finley, Ken McCoy, and the Najiebs; Breaking down the numbersHost Chris Finley, Ken McCoy, Julia Dudley Najieb and Lennice Najieb break down the numbers and realities of the coronavirus pandemic in the most logical way .
2020-03-171h 04
The ONME NetworkONME News Breaking News - COVID-19 Outbreak and Update for CaliforniaHost Julia Dudley N and Lennice Najieb review a special report on COVID-19 affecting residents in California, nationwide and internationally. Host reviewed the myths, misinformation and other developing updates surrounding the virus.
2020-03-171h 34
The ONME NetworkONME News Review: Bread & Circus, Voter's Choice Act & the City of Fresno Mayoral CandidatesHost Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the new Voter's Choice Act being implemented and the contentious city of Fresno mayoral race coming this election primary March 3, 2020.
2020-02-111h 38
The ONME NetworkONME News Review - December 9, 2019 (60 min.)News host Julia Dudley Najieb reviews the news of the day: Buttigieg and the black voters, Bloomberg's haunting stop & frisk law, and illegal evictions in San Bernardino County.
2019-12-1059 min
The ONME NetworkONME News Review Special: Court judge discovers doctored court papers in ongoing eviction case against ONME publishersPublisher Julia Dudley Najieb performs read mixed with impromptu commentary
2019-09-2640 min