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LADYDIVA LIVE RADIOJazz Gospel Artist Thaddeus Juan Cradle talks about LOVE on new singleThaddeus Juan Cradle Sr. AKA Slideovathetop AKA Godonmyslide AKA Fireslide!!!!!Born and raised in the great state of Virginia city of Newport News.Had his first band at the age of 10, and that started the musical ball to rolling Where his musical journey took him from state to state performing from the East to west coast, after playing first chair in middle and high school the musical Ball sped up to organizing a group of young men called The Brother"s in Christ Gospel Jazz Horns from there the music ministry touched all the street co...
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Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 493Comic Reviews: DC DC Power: Rise of the Power Company 1 by Brandon Thomas, Charles Stewart III, Anthony Fowler Jr.; Zipporah Smith, Kelsey Ramsay, Francesco Segala; John Jennings, Caanan White, Atagun Ilhan, Andrew Dalhouse; Vita Ayala, Ray-Anthony Height, Chris Sotomayor DC’s Lex and the City 1 by Sina Grace, Nick Filardi; Maggie Tokuda-Hall, Leslie Hung, Rachael Cohen; Jonathan Rivera, Michael Avon Oeming, Nick Filardi; Charles Skaggs, Serg Acuna, Alex Guimaraes; Brendan Hay, Stephen Byrne; Sabrina Futch, M.L. Sanapo, Arif Prianto; Callie Miller, Lisa Sterle, Marissa Louise; Dave Wielgosz, Howard Porter, Hi-Fi Superman: Lex Luthor Special by Joshua Williamson, Ed...
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Authentic FiltersGive Yourself A ChanceWelcome to Season 7 of Authentic Filters! In this powerful kickoff episode, “Give Yourself A Chance,” the spotlight is on YOU and the dreams you’ve been waiting to pursue. It’s time to let go of fear, doubt, and hesitation—those barriers that often hold us back from stepping into our greatness. Whether it’s launching a business, embracing a new career path, or reigniting a forgotten passion, now is the moment to stop standing in your own way and give yourself the opportunity to succeed.This episode is a reminder that progress begins with a single step and eve...
2025-01-2019 minAuthentic FiltersGive Yourself The Grace to Try Something NewIt's been a minute, but thought I'd hop back on the airwaves. Today's message is about giving yourself grace to try something new. With an understanding that it may not be great the first go around but can certainly lead to something bigger and better. Tune out what other people may think and just allow yourself to create what YOU like. That's when you'll find your groove and those that like it too. We hope to be back with Season 6 sooner than later and as always, if you found this episode helpful, be sure to share, like, a...
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SPY IN THE HOUSE_radioSITH The reconstructed RAVE CLUB tape series No. 01_2022-10-24THIS RAVE CLUB COLOGNE (1988/89)"TRIBUTE" mixed by the former RAVE CLUB resident and Psycho Thrill Cologne founder Claus Bachor. Recorded live at Cologne's 674.fm studios on Monday, October 24th, 2022, with the original Black Gold from back in those dayz only.
Just featuring 67 all-vinyl tracks by Prince (Prince Rogers Nelson), Julian Jonah & Linda Muriel, Master C & J feat. Liz Torres, Claussel, Chaka Khan (remixed by Dancin' Danny Dee), Rachel, Phase II (remixed by Blaze), Coldcut feat. Lisa Stansfield (remixed by Mark Saunders), Voices In The Dark, Mark Imperial & Co., Desaraé Wild, Nebula, Jesus Loves You (remixed by Orbital), One On One C...
2023-07-232h 57Authentic FiltersReparations IIIt’s been over 400 years and African Americans still have not received reparations for the brutal dehumanization and injustice that was inflicted on our ancestors during the era of slavery. When President Lincoln signed the Proclamation of Emancipation into law, slaves were promised 40 acres and a Mule, but they never received anything when they were set free. Instead, the slave master was compensated $300 for every slave they had to set free. The reason why is because without the labor of slaves, the land would suffer, and they would lose money. Tha...
2023-05-1232 minAuthentic FiltersThe Value of the Dollar | Good While it LastedRussia and China appear to be on a Mission to devalue the U.S. Dollar. As the #1 global currency that holds the most weight, the Dollar has taken our country far and stood the test of time. Allowing us to take on more debt unlike any other country. Well, under a newer alliance known as BRICS, Russia and China (two of the largest in the group) are vying for the Chinese currency “Yuan” to start reigning supreme. What will the U.S do about this? Only time will tell…but one thing is for sure, America cannot allow for the U...
2023-05-0553 minAuthentic FiltersThe Wrong Doorbell | Tone Deaf LeadersWhat world do we live in when you can be shot at and almost killed for ringing the wrong doorbell? This is what happened to Ralph Yarl, a 16-year-old black teenager that went to the wrong house looking for his little brother. Andrew Lester, an 84-year-old white man, didn’t ask who he was looking for or say he was at the wrong house, instead, he went to the door with his gun and opened fire on the teenager. Ralph was shot at twice and could have lost his life, for showing up at the wrong house. This is...
2023-04-2834 minAuthentic FiltersAnother Day, Another ShootingNot that we’re trying to be overly dramatic here, but you literally can’t go anywhere without the fear that someone is going to open fire. And the fact that many Republicans in congress are still singing the same old tune of “needing more guns” is wild to us! There are currently more guns than there are people in the U.S., yet they’re NOT the problem…?From a Dunkin’ Doughnuts Drive Thru to a Sweet 16 Birthday Party and a Bank Employee, the gun violence has hit heavy these past weeks. It’s devastating to the families, th...
2023-04-2131 minAuthentic FiltersIn Trump News | The Tennessee ThreeFormer President Donald Trump faced the presiding judge over the criminal arraignment where he pleaded not guilty on 34 indictment charges. Trump showed up to the hearing by an escorted motorcade. He was not arrested nor handcuffed like most people would be. Instead he was given the “Presidential” treatment. And soon after, he flew back to Mar-a-Lago Club in Florida to talk poorly about the presiding judge over his hearing and the judge's family. Will Trump finally be held accountable? Only time will tell.The Tennessee Three (2 Black men and 1 White woman) was formed when 3 Democratic State...
2023-04-1430 minAuthentic FiltersDeja Vu: 15 Minutes of Terror in NashvilleIt’s Deja Vu all over again, but this time in a new city and new town. There’s no rhyme or reason why kids should have to fear going to school wondering if they’ll make it home. A school should be a safe space, for learning, growing, and escaping whatever stressors exist at home. On the morning of March 27 in Nashville, the person who police would later identify as Audrey Hale, 28, joined the growing list of mass shooters seeking to inflict pain, devastation, and evil into the lives of others. The same person who had at one...
2023-04-0733 minAuthentic FiltersTrump's World | Rasheem Carter’s Final MomentsIt was reported by several news outlets that Donald Trump would be arrested not for the role he played in the January 6th insurrection, but for the hush money he paid to Stormy Daniels. If he is charged and convicted, his attorney has told him that he could possibly face up to 1 to 4 years in prison. Donald Trump is still working and the arrest has not been made as of yet. As this story continues to unfold, we will see if he does any time for all the wrongs he has done. Only time will tell.
2023-03-3133 minAuthentic FiltersNot Too Big To Fail...What do you do, when the one place you’d expect your monies to be safe actually isn’t? Well, for customers and clients of Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank, and Silvergate Capital, their recent failing has brought that age old question back to the light.Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) was actually under Federal review for more than a year with notices that certain practices needed to be modified and actions taken to avoid such a risk. Unfortunately, those requests fell on deaf ears or at least those who weren’t quick enough to take action. As a resu...
2023-03-2433 minAuthentic FiltersGone too soon, Shanquella Robinson & Tyre Nichols…It’s sad that we live in a world where people that you call friends, might not be as loyal as they portray themselves to be. Shanquella Robinson, a 25-year-old entrepreneur, life was cut short when she took a trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico with 6 friends back in October 2022. Her friends plotted a heinous attack on her that left her with a spinal cord injury and later took her life. These no-good, so called friends tried to say that Shanquella suffered from alcohol poisoning. The autopsy and video recording told a different story. It’s disturbing when...
2023-03-1733 minAuthentic FiltersLead By Example | SBA PPP/EIDL FraudIt’s crazy to think about the number of people in managerial and leadership positions that abuse their power. From intimidating those under them, micro-managing to show seniority, and the most childish of all….choosing favorites. It’s as if they forgot the Golden Rule growing up: Treat others as you want to be treated. In the first segment, we’re discussing all things Leadership and what it means to be one.Since Season 1, we’ve been transparent on our EIDL & PPP journey that we experienced during the pandemic and the runaround that we got. Well, three years late...
2023-03-1041 minAuthentic FiltersWhat is Overemployment?The creation of the Lauren Paige Collection came into existence about 2 years ago. Through hard work and dedication, 13 amazing scents were created from scratch and have elevated the business to new heights. We are now featured in Made in KC stores in Kansas City and we have also partnered with Faire which will allow us to sell our products wholesale to small & large shops on a global scale. Additionally, we anticipate rolling out new product lines of body butter cremes, bath salts and homemade soaps March/April 2023. We encourage others to go for their dreams a...
2023-03-0347 minAuthentic FiltersBBHMM | Renaissance World TourWe’re officially back and on the big screen. Welcome to Season 5 of Authentic Filters where we’re bringing you our first official video podcast season. Check out the full video episode: HERE The month of February is not only great because of our Birthdays 😏, but because it’s the official month of Black History. A history that is so embedded in the very roots of America’s creation that containing it to just one month will never do it justice. That said, it’s never to look to educate yourself on African American History and immerse yourself in th...
2023-02-2428 minAuthentic FiltersAround the World Part IVWelcome to our bonus Episode this season on Authentic filters. We couldn’t leave you for several months without closing out the season with some last-minute updates. Today we are going to talk about Elon Musk and the chaos that he is causing within his new organization, Kanye West and the aftermath of what he is facing from his Antisemitic comments about Jewish people; Then we are going to pivot and chat about, Hershel Walker trying to fill the senate seat for the state of Georgia.First and foremost, Authentic filters would like to send our condolences to...
2022-11-1844 minAuthentic FiltersWake up Mr. WestHave you ever heard of the saying “When it rains it pours”? Well, Kayne has been in a monsoon because the waters are coming every which way. Talented but controversial, Ye has been in the spotlight for a lot of good, but also a lot of bad. It seems lately, now more than ever, he’s been on a downward spiral to rock bottom. In a matter of hours & days, Kanye went from being valued at over a Billion $’s to losing much of it when he went on a public rant on how he could say anything...
2022-11-0434 minAuthentic FiltersSomething is a BrewingWhen politicians put governance and cadence in place and don’t adhere to those rules and regulations, the people suffer the consequences from those actions.Brittney Griner, a WNBA professional basketball player for the Phoenix Mercury is currently being held in a Russia prison due to carrying, medical prescribed hash oil. She has been detained since February 2022. In Russia, cannabis is illegal. If you are caught with less than 6 grams of cannabis or 2 grams of hash, you can be fined or jailed up to 15 days. Anything more than that would be con...
2022-10-2836 minAuthentic FiltersThe Outlet Part IIIIf y’all thought Quiet Quitting was the in thing, think again. It turns out Over Employment is the next come up and that work from home schedule just might be the cover needed to make it happen. Working 2 & 3 jobs is nothing new, but when you’re working those jobs on someone else’s clock, it’s a hard act to keep up. And maybe, just maybe….they are connected.We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: ALWAYS BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS. Just recently a local Kansas City woman escaped what seemed to be the like...
2022-10-2136 minAuthentic FiltersRoe V. Wade | Ep 9 DraftWe live in a world where women are invisible and not heard. It’s an existence of feeling alone and at times considered an afterthought. Mid-term elections are quickly approaching next month, and Abortion is the number one topic of discussion.For the past fifty years, folks on both sides of the party, liberals and conservatives have been trying to turn back the hands of time by banning abortions around the world. On June 24, 2022, Abortion rights were overturned and kicked back to the States to decide if they want to make Abortions legal or not. As...
2022-10-1443 minAuthentic FiltersBusiness 101If you’ve ever thought about starting a business, then this is the podcast you should be listening to. This episode will provide you with a wealth of knowledge on how both Lisa & Anthony were able to pursue two business ventures that are generating profitable revenue streams. If you can find what you’re passionate about and if it can possibly make you money along the way, then the next step would be to turn your idea(s) into a business. There are several business ventures that require little start-up costs, like the candle making business, while other...
2022-10-0745 minAuthentic FiltersSmoke & MirrorsBrett Favre, legendary NFL quarterback and Hall of Famer has recently come under fire for damning allegations. In what was supposed to be a generous donation to his Alma Mater and School that his daughter attended, has turned out to be a shamble of all sorts. Through verified sources and leaked texts, it's been confirmed that Favre, who claimed to be donating funds for the new Southern Miss University Volleyball complex, was actually green lighting taking funds from the State’s Welfare pot in order to complete the project. We’re breaking it down and trying to wrap...
2022-09-3035 minAuthentic FiltersThe Outlet Part IICar burglaries are on the rise and not slowing down anytime soon. Thieves are snatching catalytic converters in less than 30 seconds and cashing in at junk yards as fast as they can. There is also an uptick in home robberies as well. Many of these crooks are casing high profile celebrities by tracking their whereabouts and breaking into their homes. People need to be vigilant and pay attention to their surroundings. From security cameras, to better lighting, there’s things you can do!It's been 2 ½ years since the pandemic happened and businesses are still str...
2022-09-2356 minAuthentic FiltersAn Iconic Exit | We are not along | Is Mars the new Earth?What a week WHAT A WEEK!!! Michael Bruner of current season Big Brother 24 and one of the greatest competitors to ever compete on the show, was finally evicted in the always chaotic Double Evection week. After the house unanimously decided to vote out Terrance, Julie Chen Moonves hit the remaining house guest with the DE twist. As a real threat, the house decided to make their move and get out Michael. But it wasn’t without a fight till the end and one of the most epic exits in Big Brother history that Michael left hi...
2022-09-1642 minAuthentic FiltersThe OutletToday’s episode will be filled with open discussion on many trending topics, along with droplets of nuggets to know.Issa Rae has done it again. She has elevated the Reality television game to the next level. The series, “The Sweet Life”, is about a group of smart, young entrepreneurs that are trying to find their way through life, by making a name for themselves. This series is fresh, real, humorous, and authentic. A truly must see.The next time you go out to eat, be sure to tip off the subtotal and not the total o...
2022-09-0953 minAuthentic FiltersNot Forgotten in Uvalde | Student Loan Relief | Fighting the RecessionIt’s been over 3 months since the horrific tragedy that took place in Uvalde, TX in which 19 children and 2 adults lost their lives from gun violence. There’s no way to truly measure the amount of hurt & pain the families and community feel, but there is a way to hold people responsible. And it appears, that’s exactly what is happening with the former School District Chief of police “Pete Arredondo”. The man who should’ve sent officers in to try and stop the crazed gunman much sooner than he did and has at least 21 innocent lives lost under his tenure. ...
2022-09-0243 minAuthentic FiltersA Kardashian Split | The Education CrisisKim Kardashian and Pete Davidson split after only 9 months of dating. Some knew the inevitable was bound to happen, while others were cheering for them from the sidelines. Did Kim lower her standards to try something different that she had hoped would work out for the long haul or was the age gap between them a problem to begin with? On another note, an important key element to building character and navigating your way through life is starting with having an education. Without it, making decisions might become challenging; however, with it, choices are abundant. Teachers are t...
2022-08-2646 minAuthentic FiltersA “Renaissance” Indeed | Monkey Pox Prevention? | Knock Knock At The Mar-O-LagoThat’s that Na-Na…said Queen Bey on her highly acclaimed Seventh Studio album “Renaissance”. Dedicated to her Late Uncle Jonny, it’s as vibrant as it is brilliant. With Cheeky lyrics & melodic beats, Beyoncé’s artistry shines brightly in music that is beautiful from beginning to end. Act I makes you dance, laugh, smile, and most certainly feel good. It’s hard enough to create one album where every song hits, but to do it again and again….baby you got to be an Alien Superstar. As if the COVID pandemic wasn’t enough, a visibly sinister l...
2022-08-1947 minAuthentic FiltersNetflix and…? | The War ContinuesNetflix has been incrementally increasing their fee’s over the years since they first started. What was once around $7, has now surpassed a whole $20. It’s to be expected that as a business continues to provide more and more offerings and at a greater level, cost increases will happen. From top talent to original produced shows, Netflix has a lot going. But with the increase in competition, just how much can they push the envelope on pricing and still retain a strong & consistent customer base?It’s been over 60 days since the War in Ukraine has started with R...
2022-04-2941 minAuthentic FiltersAround The World Part IIIAt local Northeast Middle School, a 14-year-old was stabbed multiple times by another student and later died from his injuries. Our condolences go out to the family for this sad, tragic loss. People need to be held accountable when they are measures in place that are not being followed by school officials. This school had resource officers, medal detectors, and the students were required to carry clear backpacks. The school administrators failed, other students failed and as a result of their careless actions, this promising young man is no longer with us.The War in Ukraine is no...
2022-04-2248 minAuthentic FiltersThe War continued: An update on Ukraine | Student loans: A lifetime of RepaymentIt’s clear that the war in Ukraine is not getting better. By definition, War is: A state of armed conflict between different nations or states or different groups within a nation or state. This particular conflict however seems very much one-sided in its level of escalation. The world has seen the destruction, the sorrow, and pain inflicted on thousands of innocent people. There are days it feels hopeless for those of us who are not presently there and don’t know exactly how to help. But there are many ways you can make an impact for the good and...
2022-04-1539 minAuthentic FiltersUkraine Update | The Slap Heard Around the World (Chris Rock & Will Smith)There are many issues going on in the world right now. As a nation, we must not lose sight to the senseless attack and war going on against Ukraine. Innocent civilians are being brutally murdered every day and millions have escaped with just the clothes on their back trying to seek asylum elsewhere. News outlets are reporting and displaying images of dead bodies along the dark, eerie streets. The atrocities that are going on in Ukraine are haunting to everyone in the world. Russia is committing war crimes against Ukraine and sanctions are not enough to end this war...
2022-04-0838 minAuthentic FiltersJudge Ketanji Brown Jackson | Confirmation HearingsThis week we are discussing the days long confirmation hearings for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. While there were plenty of disappointing moments in how she was treated by a # of Senators, there were more warming moments in how she was embraced. A woman with an amazing pedigree and background of accomplishments, it's a well deserved nomination and confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court. #SupportBlackBusinessesIf you love ART, check out this talented Young Queen: https://uzoart.com/If you love DOGS, order some yummy Dog Food Topper: https://www.thirstypaws.com/
2022-04-011h 00Authentic FiltersAround The World Part IIThere is so much going on in the world right now, that we wanted to dedicate another episode to giving short updates on many relevant topics from the War in Ukraine, Lost life of a Golf Team, to the close of tax season, ending Daylight savings time, a March Madness update and the firing of Chris Cuomo from CNN. The war in Ukraine is not getting better and the world is seeing no end in sight for either side. Putin recently held a rally for the people of Russia, declaring why he feels military action is needed. H...
2022-03-2546 minAuthentic FiltersAround the World with Authentic FiltersWelcome back to another fresh episode of Authentic Filters. We are halfway through Season 3 and on this episode, we’re talking about a number of topics around the world. Everything from Kim Kardashian West to Supply Chain Issues. Ukraine and Russia updates to Iraq and Iran.We’re firing on all cylinders in this near hr long segment and we hope that you enjoy.#SupportBlackBusinessesIf you love ART, check out this talented Young Queen: https://uzoart.com/If you love DOGS, order some yummy Dog Food Topper: https://www.thirstypaws.com/We...
2022-03-1851 minAuthentic FiltersThe State of the Union Address | Our ThoughtsPresident Joe Biden addresses the nation on March 1, 2022, during his State of the Union Address. Here are some of the key highlights from his powerful speech. President Biden began by acknowledging the war that is going on currently in Ukraine. He praised the Ukrainians for standing strong and fighting for democracy. President Biden made it clear that we as a nation stand with the Ukrainian people. He also sent a clear message to Russia, by stating that we will hold them accountable for their actions. The Russians are currently facing a freeze on their economy and the...
2022-03-1153 minAuthentic FiltersUkraine & NATO vs. RussiaThe Ukraine and Russian tension can be traced back decades to when Ukraine gained it’s independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. Things came to a head in February of 2014 when Russia invaded and annexed the Crimean Peninsula from Ukraine (which resulted in thousands of casualties). This event took place in the aftermath of the Revolution of Dignity and is part of the wider Russian-Ukrainian War.From 2021 to present, Russian President Vladimir Putin has sought to prevent Ukraine’s drift toward the United States and it’s Westernized allies. This would allow NATO countries to set up m...
2022-03-0440 minAuthentic FiltersThe Metaverse | Reality vs. VirtualAre you ready for the Metaverse? Defined as a network of 3D virtual worlds focused on social connections in futurism & science fiction, it is often described as a hypothetical iteration of the internet as a single universal virtual world that is facilitated using virtual and augmented reality headsets. Basically, it’s giving “Ready Player One”....but the creators are on to so much more.The Metaverse for some will feel like The Matrix, a world where you can go and be whatever or whoever you want to be. If you want to travel back in time, y...
2022-02-2546 minAuthentic FiltersMore Than One Month | Black HistorySince 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. It’s been a chance to highlight the many accomplishments of Black culture, the advancements made, and what’s to come. But to be 100 with you, Black History is American History, it’s World History, and is certainly worth more than a month. It’s a part of our lives and runs deep within many of our DNA. It’s why we are here today.We wanted to highlight 6 phenomenal individuals past and present who have not only inspired us but mil...
2022-02-1839 minAuthentic FiltersSBA’s PPP & EIDL Fraud AlertAt the top of the pandemic, many businesses were applying for the PPP and EIDL loans. However, it didn’t take long for individuals to figure out how to game the system and take advantage of the process. It was recently reported through Bizjournals.com that roughly 90 billion dollars have been paid out in fraudulent applications. Currently, there are District Attorneys (DA’s) throughout several states that are going through the applications that were approved in their state to determine which applications were approved in error. Upon discovery, many of these DA’s are seeing red flags and are...
2022-02-1137 minAuthentic FiltersREPARATIONSIt’s time we have a serious conversation about Reparations for African Americans. For over 32 years, the Slavery Reparation Bill has been introduced at every congressional session since 1989 and just this year, they decided to vote on the bill to move it into the Study and Development proposal phase. If we continue to sit back and do nothing, another 30 years will pass by and the wrong that was inflicted on our ancestors will never be repaired.The slave trade began in the 1400’s with the Britain’s going over to Africa to trade gold/silver for slaves and tr...
2021-12-1049 minAuthentic FiltersSmash and Grabs | Agencies ReloadedSmash and GrabsYou’ve probably seen the crazy videos of groups of people banning together to rob high-end luxury and electronic stores across the country. Most notably, in California and some surrounding areas. Happening in split seconds groups of 10+ people brazenly bum-rush these places and try to take as much as they can. Surely this isn’t what our society has come to. People doing what they want when they want and thinking there are no consequences behind it. We as a country are better than that; we as people are better than...
2021-12-0349 minAuthentic FiltersRittenhouse…Not Guilty | Justice for Ahmaud ArberyRittenhouse…Not GuiltyThis past week, the Jury decided the outcome of the fatal shootings by then 17 year old Kyle Rittenhouse. Not Guilty. A verdict that elated some but majorly disappointed others. Two men lost their lives and a third forever altered at the hands of Rittenhouse due to his careless actions of possessing a military style gun and choosing to go to the protest with that very weapon. Every action has a reaction whether good or bad and this simply put, was avoidable. At some point people must be held acc...
2021-11-2642 minAuthentic FiltersAffairs in Order | The Rittenhouse TrialAffairs in OrderNo one knows when their time on earth will expire. We don’t have a crystal ball nor can we predict what the future holds; but one thing is for sure, life on earth is temporary, so don’t procrastinate when it comes to making sure all your “Affairs are in Order”, before you depart from this world.One of the most selfless acts one can do is to invest in purchasing life insurance for their loved ones. It is important to have a life insurance policy in place to ensure t...
2021-11-1948 minAuthentic FiltersRebuilding America | Another Senseless KillingRebuilding AmericaLate Friday night on November 5th, the Democrats finally got an Infrastructure Bill passed. The initiative to Build Back Better is a huge undertaking, but one that the country as a whole needs. New highways, bridges, railroads; commitment to combating climate change and investing in services such as high speed internet for all and EV charging stations isn’t a “political” thing, it’s a “better future for all” thing. America has consistently been at the forefront of innovation in the world, which is why it’s one of the best places to live...
2021-11-1244 minAuthentic FiltersTrying To Undo a Wrong | It’s a hot Hot MarketTrying To Undo a WrongJust recently, it was reported by Fox News and The Wall Street Journal that the Biden Administration plans to pay illegal immigrant families $450k to $1 million dollars for the hardship that was inflicted upon them when they crossed the US border illegally and were separated from their loved ones during the Trump Administration.There are several agencies that are on board with this plan such as the Dept. of Justice, Homeland Security, and Health and Human Services that believe we should compensate these families that were treated inhuman...
2021-11-0544 minAuthentic FiltersThe Great Resignation | Cold GunThe Great ResignationWhat a time to be alive. What a time to have an awakening. What a time to disrupt an industry. A trio of three things that have aligned for many people since the hit of COVID-19. What was certainly a nightmare scenario, has since caused people around the country to question what they are really doing with their lives. In August 2021, the U.S. saw some of the highest resignation rates at over 4 million people. While a little over 1 million of that group was let go by the employer, it s...
2021-10-2942 minAuthentic FiltersWomen are Invisible | SBA Deja VuWomen are InvisibleAs the saying goes, If you see something wrong, do something about it. People today are not living by that motto. Just recently, a woman was riding the Septa train in Philadelphia when a man assaulted and raped her on the train in plain view of all the other riders. Many of the passengers on the train stood by and watched. This incident occurred around 8:00pm at night when there was a good number of traffic and the entire time this happened, no one stopped to intervene and help. However, s...
2021-10-2236 minAuthentic FiltersTrump 2024? | Neighbor NightmareTrump 2024?Bill Maher said it best when describing Trump as a “shark who simply has gone out to sea”...not away. Slowly eating people one by one and turning them into supporters to further push his agenda. If you remember, the Trump years were full of complete chaos. Every week seemed like a reality show: the intro, the drama, a climactic moment, and the need to stay tuned for next week’s episode. This went on for 4 years! And let’s not forget the insurrection that took place on Jan 6th even after Trump los...
2021-10-1646 minAuthentic Filters#FreeBritney | Supply Chain WoesIt’s time to officially Free BritneyImagine being one of the biggest stars in the world, at the height of your career with a pedigree that still hasn’t been topped till this day. Sold out global tours, iconic #1 albums, videos, and a fan base that has been down since day 1. Now imagine having your entire world turned upside down because of the stress and pressure society has put on you and being scrutinized day in and day out. From how you dress, to your personal life, and even how you raise your kids. Stal...
2021-10-0841 minAuthentic FiltersThe Haitian’s Journey | Mask MandatesThe Haitian’s Journey to a Better LifeAmerica is known as the land of opportunity, which is why so many from different countries decide to take a chance and come here. Just recently, over 15,000 Haitians left their native land with only the clothes on their backs. Many of them took the journey by foot, crossing through and around 11 countries while others traveled by plane or bus as they made their way to what many felt would be a new beginning. Through misinformation about their chances of asylum, many were blocked at the bor...
2021-10-0137 minAuthentic FiltersFinding Gabby Petito | Big Brother AKA the "IRS"We want to welcome you all back to Authentic Filters Season 2! Hopefully you’ve had a great Summer / Winter (depending on where in the world you're listening) and are feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the rest of this year. If there’s anything our break taught us, it’s to be in the moment, live in the moment, and most importantly appreciate the moment. It’s natural to always be in a rush or just trying to get to the next thing; but we’ve got to realize, that once the day has passed, we will never get...
2021-09-2438 minAuthentic FiltersSquatters | Gaming the SystemA Squatter is a person who unlawfully occupies an uninhabited building or unused land. In America, Squatting on one’s property is illegal; however, Squatters do have rights believe it or not. And in some ways, they can game the system. Squatting actually goes back to medieval England and it’s common law. The King’s court would routinely rule in favor of individuals who occupied a property without permission, providing that the owner did not take action against them within a certain statute of limitations. Present day, it’s been on the rise in states such as Califo...
2021-07-1626 minAuthentic FiltersAmerican Agencies | Writing Their Own RulesThere’s a few Governmental and Non-Governmental agencies that have been in the spotlight recently for issues they are having which in turn has affected and is affecting the American people. The SBA, Department of Labor, Credit Bureaus, and the IRS play a huge role in the American economy; and with the hit of the COVID-19 Pandemic, their presence was amplified even more so.From changing the rules and criteria that were laid out to them by the Government to old outdated processes that are no longer able to meet the capacity and demand of today’s soci...
2021-07-091h 07Authentic FiltersInjustice of Criminal Justice | MarijuanaThere was a time when selling or smoking marijuana was illegal across all states. If you got caught with the substance in your possession, it could lead up to prison time for some and maybe parole for others. Forbes.com ran an article that mentioned there is an estimated 40,000 Americans incarcerated for marijuana offenses while the cannabis business is booming. Cannabis is now legal in 34 states for either recreational purposes or medicinal use and more states continue to join in on the money-making phenomenon. Many Activists are asking, why are so many people still locked up if the state...
2021-07-0243 minAuthentic FiltersAmerica’s Minimum Wage | Not Enough to Get ByAmerica is one of the richest countries in the world, yet the current minimum wage of $7.25 is not enough to survive on. Let alone take care of others. Since the 1940’s, there have been clear gaps in the increase of this wage that have led to 5, 6 and 10+ year spans before any change was made.There are so many positive outcomes that can come from raising the minimum wage which ultimately allows for people to make a comfortable living. Being able to afford housing, not having to choose between which bills to pay and which on...
2021-06-2541 minAuthentic FiltersHomeless in America | How Can That Be?The United States is one of the richest countries in the world and yet there are many people in America that are homeless or on the brink of becoming homeless. Per Census.Gov, there are an estimated half a million people that are homeless in America on any given night. There are many reasons on how a person can fall on hard times, whether it is due to job loss, lack of employment options, making at or below minimum wage, and a number of other factors. However, the abundance of resources in this country is too prevalent for anyone...
2021-06-1839 minAuthentic FiltersGun Violence | Enough is EnoughDid you know there are currently over 393 million guns in the United States? That’s more guns than the country’s human population. And for some reason, the NRA thinks we need more of them circulating around than what there already is. So far this year as of June 2021, there have been over 230 “mass shootings”. This is defined as shooting 4 or more people in a setting. To put that into perspective, there are only 52 full weeks in a year; How many shootings does that average out to each week? We should be tire of the violence. We should be...
2021-06-1145 minAuthentic FiltersThe Rent & Mortgage Moratorium | A Crisis is LoomingAnother crisis is on the horizon and many of us are trying to figure out “How did we get here”. Why are so many people facing evictions and foreclosures around the country? Back in March 2020, The Cares Act bill set aside $25 billion dollars for both the Rent & Mortgage Moratorium programs. Under the Biden Administration the American Rescue Plan Act passed, and additional funds of $21.55 billion were added to the bucket to fund both programs as well. The funds were sent to each State’s Housing Authority to manage and distribute accordi...
2021-06-0446 minAuthentic FiltersPorch Pirates | Stop The MadnessSometimes you have to sit and wonder, what goes through one’s mind to be willing to risk it all for a package. A package that was not addressed to them, with items that were not bought by them, but for some reason they feel it’s okay to go on someone’s porch and take them. Just how serious is the Porch Pirate madness? Well, findings show thousands of packages are stolen each year and the valuation of the goods in those packages has well surpassed $1 Billion. With this being such a prevalent issue in the past ye...
2021-05-2836 minAuthentic FiltersMental Health | Break The StigmaMay is Mental Health Awareness Month. Cases are on the rise and many experts are pointing to the CoronaVirus Pandemic as it’s amplifier. According to ADAA.org (The Anxiety & Depression Association of America) there are nearly 450 million people worldwide currently living with a mental illness of some sort and only two-thirds of those individuals seeking out help for their condition. How can we break the stigma around mental health issues? Let’s start by letting people know it is okay to acknowledge them and to talk about them with others. We want you to know you are not alon...
2021-05-2132 minAuthentic FiltersSBA | The EIDL & PPP Loan DebacleOn March 27th, 2020 former President Donald Trump passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act. This was a $2.2 trillion stimulus bill in response to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. A portion of this aid was to go to small businesses that had been hit the most financially as a result of the crippling virus. The conduit…the Small Business Administration or as many may know them, the SBA. What should have been a well executed and clear-cut plan as guided by White House officials and...
2021-05-1448 minAuthentic FiltersCovid-19 | One Year LaterThe Corona Virus also known as Covid-19 was introduced to the world in 2020. Roughly a year later, we are still facing challenges with this Global Pandemic. Those who are classified as essential workers, had to push through and remain working on the front lines, each day despite the fears they may have faced.Many lives were lost due to the slow response with putting forth a plan to contain the virus. On a global scale, there have been 152 million people that contracted the virus, which has resulted in roughly 3.19 million deaths. In the U.S. there were...
2021-05-0723 minAuthentic FiltersGeorge Floyd | The TrialMay 25th, 2020 will forever be a day that many Americans and quite frankly most of the world will remember. It was a day of many emotions: shock, sadness, anger, and disbelief. It was a face to face meeting with evil itself and just what it can do to someone in broad daylight. George Floyd was born October 14th, 1973 in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He was like many of us while growing up in Houston, Texas. A man with dreams and ambition all while trying to overcome the obstacles that had been dealt to him in life. He wanted t...
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Total Movie RecallTMR 053 – The Devil's Advocate This week on Total Movie Recall, it’s Steve’s turn to not get it when Ryan forces him to snooze this way through the 1997 hambone, The Devil’s Advocate. This movie has it all -- a grand guignol of sex, violence, operatic depictions of Hell and Satan, Keanu swinging and missing, Pacino putting his blood pressure medication to the test -- and yet, somehow, it’s still boring! Please don’t waste Steve’s time with these faux-provocations. Show him something really controversial, like a basketball game. The Devil's Advocate (1997) d. Taylor Hackford
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