Mike Casentini - Podcast Details

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The Braver Angels PodcastTo Trump or Not to Trump | Chris Paul & Mike Casentini with John Wood, Jr.Stand-up comedian and entrepreneur Mike Casentini and Chris Paul, (host of Be Reasonable: with Your Moderator, Chris Paul), join John Wood, Jr. to have a real conversation about the 2020 election. Is President Trump corrupt? Can we trust the outcome of the vote? And can we get along regardless of the outcome? Mike and Chris trade fascinating personal stories in taking their stands for and against Trump and Biden in this episode of The Braver Angels Podcast. Join Braver Angels at www.braverangels.org Follow: Twitter: @braverangels @JohnRWoodJr Instagram: @imyourmoderator @braverangels @johnrwoodjr 2020-10-301h 06

The Braver Angels PodcastWhy Politics Sucks! with Mike CasentiniCiaran O’Connor and John Wood, Jr. are joined by stand up comedian and BA Podcast producer Mike Casentini to trade voice impersonations and to talk political tribalism, political hypocrisy, and why its so hard to have reasonable conversations in today’s political climate. Better Angels www.better-angels.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/BetterAngelsUSA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BetterAngelsUSA/ John Wood, Jr. Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnRWoodJr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TranscendingPolitics/ Ciaran O'Connor Twitter: https://twitter.com/ciaranjoconnor Music: Josh Lim www...2019-07-1239 min

Hollywood Late Night with RoccoEp34 - Hollywood Late Night is crashed by the owner of The Network Studios, Comedian Mike CasentiniIn this episode, the Late Night crew gets a surprise, when the owner of The Network Studios drops in to say hello. Comedian and entrepreneur, Mike Casentini, founder of the studio we record in crashes the show and brings a little funny in with him. Check out this lively and funny episode.2016-11-3033 min

Black & White With You & MeEp124 - CNN's Amanda Carpenter Blackballin' Trump Supporters, Michigan Governor Rick Snyder Takes It On The Hill, BlackLivesMatter Brings Change in Chicago & ClevelandToday, on #BWYM, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes a little story about CNN's Amanda Carpenter (a republican), for her article on Conservative Review: Blackballing Those Who Endorse Trump. Also, we discuss Michigan Governor Rick Snyder taking it on the Hill. And, congrats to #BlackLivesMatter who is helping to bring real change to Chicago & Cleveland. Out with the old.2016-03-181h 03

Black & White With You & MeEp113 - Primary Update, Taking a bite out of Apple, UBER goes deadly, Black Female Officer Fired Doing The Right ThingToday's episode of #BWYM, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-MArie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes an update on the Presidential election and a primary update. Also, we discuss the Federal government requiring Apple to help crack a iPhone and what it means to our personal privacy. Michigan continues to be in the news and this week it's all about an UBER driver that goes on a shooting spree. On "Cops Gone Wild," we found a story about a female black officer who got fired for actually doing the right thing and she was fired on top...2016-02-2249 min

Black & White With You & MeEp112 - Trump Cease and Desist Cruz for Advertisement, Mike Wants a Racism Test, Bank Breaking: Still Too Big To Fail?Today on #BWYM, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes Trump's recent cease and desist letter sent by his lawyers to Ted Cruz relating to an advertisement where Trump makes a statement support a woman's right to choose. Come on Trump, flip flopping is something the conservatives love to use. They've invented that shit. You should have known better. Also, Mike wants a test that can identify with racism. Finally, it's gets a little heated around the conversation regarding breaking up of big banks. Mike want to see a simulation. Is that...2016-02-181h 10

Black & White With You & MeEp111 - SCOTUS goes down a man: Scalia dead at 79, Beyonce's Superbowl performance, Kendrick Lamar's Grammy performanceToday on #BWYM, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes the death of Supreme Court Justice Scalia. Also, we discuss 2 recent live performances by Beyonce and Kendrick Lamar.2016-02-161h 01

Black & White With You & MeEp109 - Yesterday's Democratic Town Hall in New HampshireToday on #BWYM, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano attempt to get to the normal show format, but because of the current state of the democratic race, we ended up discussing the recent Democratic Town Hall in New Hampshire.2016-02-0441 min

Black & White With You & MeEp108 - Rand Paul Out, Intel Diversity, Darnell Early Exit, Lady Draft, Zika STD?Today on BWYM, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes the suspension of the Rand Paul's Presidential bid, and Intel Corporation trying to be intelligent about diversity. Plus, Darnell Earley is stepping down from Emergency Manager in Michigan. The Lady Draft: Marine Generals call for draft equality. Finally, Mutha Fucka Say What: Zika Virus Is An STD?2016-02-0358 min

Black & White With You & MeEp107 - Tight Caucus Fracas, Military Minute, The Flint Faucet Fix, Hush That Fuss, Everybody Move To The Back Of The BusToday, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes yesterday caucusing in Iowa, what were the results? Also, we have a new segment called, "The Military Minute," where we find the top headlines in our military news. Also, we found a news article describing an on campus racially motivated attack on three black college females. A mob of over 10 white men and women, verbally and physically attacked these three women on a community bus, all caught on camera. And, a follow up on the Flint Crisis as it pertains to...2016-02-0256 min

Black & White With You & MeEp104 - Updates On Oregon Stand-Off and Affluenza Teen, Michigan Governor Working On His Image, Trump Sitting This One Out, Sanders Gets Endorsement From Former Clinton AideWe pop off today's episode with a couple of updates. First, a little more detail about the events regarding the shoot-out in Oregon between authorities and protesters that left one protester dead and another wounded; then a quick update on the status of the recently captured Affluenza Teen. Want to hear something irritating? As if the situation in Michigan wasn't bad enough, Governor Rick Snyder seems to be focused on changing his image as much as (or more than) he is on fixing the water crisis he created. He's not using public funds...but who gives a sh!t about...2016-01-281h 07

Black & White With You & MeEp103 - Trump Says No to Fox Debate, Occupy Oregon Shots Fired, Joseph Finnes to play Michael Jackson, Birth of Nation Sundance, Marlon Brando Oscars, RIP Abe VigodaToday, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marjie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes Megan Kelly and Fox News has Trump on the run. What a big fat baby Donald Trump is, he can't take tough questions, so he has a temper tantrum. Occupy Oregon has its first fatality, couldn't see that coming...Not! This weeks, MFSW: Joseph Finnes Tapped As King Of Pop, Michael Jackson. The "Re-Birth Of A Nation," score a record deal at Sundance. Also, we found a great old clip of the Oscars in 1973, where Marlon Brando doesn't not accept his...2016-01-2745 min

Black & White With You & MeEp102 - Democratic Town Hall Recap, Ted Cruz World Domination, Plan Parenthood Cleared, White Girls T-Shirt Controversy, Richard Pryor at the OscarsToday, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes a recap of the democratic town hall on CNN as well as some recent footage from Ted Cruz's youth where he states jokingly (we hope) his aspiration for world domination. Also, Planned Parenthood cleared of the recent allegation, while the accusers and the creators of the propaganda video have been indited. Today's "Mutha Fucka Say What," some white girls use t-shirts to spell out the n-word for a snap-chat moment. Finally, we bring out a clip from Richard Pryor's appearance on 1977...2016-01-261h 03

Black & White With You & MeEp97 - MLK On "Boot Straps," POTUS Opens The "Floodgate" For Immigrants, Isis Salaries Are Down By Half, Cruz Getting Blasted Over Twitter, Eddie Murphy Criticizes OscarsToday on #BWYM, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes a speech from Martin Luther King Jr., relating to the statement "Boot Straps." Also, POTUS opens the "floodgate" for immigrants and the Supreme Court is in review. And, Isis salaries are down by half due to President Obama's continued effort in the Middle East to strategically cutting off what finances their efforts. The Princeton Effect: Ted Cruz is getting blasted over Twitter by is college roommate. Finally, Eddie Murphy criticizes Oscars...30 Years Ago!2016-01-191h 10

Black & White With You & MeEp94 - Another Grand Ol' Party Debate, Oscars So White, 3 Powerballers Identified, MFSW: David Bowie In The '70'sToday, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes a discussion relating to the next GOP debate tonight. Also, it almost Oscar season and this year black actors are not on the agenda. The Powerball has 3 winners to split the billion dollar jackpot and all we got was $4. Finally, our MFSW segment, David Bowie in the '70's.2016-01-141h 02

Black & White With You & MeEp93 - Barak Obama's Last State Of The Union, U.S. Sailors Detained by Iranians, Dad's Accidentally Shooting Their Own Children, WhereWhitePeopleMeet.com and the Rams are moving back to Los AngelesToday, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes President Obama's last State of the Union. Also, U.S. sailors were detained and released by the Iranian government within a 24-hour cycle, relations are looking much better than years past. As it relates to the gun control conversation, we found a few stories relating to a couple of dad's who feared for their lives so much in their own homes they decided to brandish and/or fire a weapon, which led to the death of their own children. Nice work America. Today's (MFSW...2016-01-131h 01

Black & White With You & MeEp92 - Hillary Feeling The Bern In Iowa and New Hampshire, A Call For Wasserman-Shultz To Resign, Thai Campaign Says White Skin Is The Right Skin, MFSW: Powerballin' Out Of ControlToday, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes some discussion about the political climate in the Democratic race. Hillary is feeling the Bern in Iowa and New Hampshire. There's a call for DNC's Debbie Wasserman-Shultz to resign and what does that mean for the party? Also, we found a clearly racist commercial campaign in Thailand, which says, "White Skin Is The Right Skin." Finally, another (MFSW) and this time it's all about Powerballin' out of control.2016-01-121h 01

Black & White With You & MeEp90 - Hating Obama, Gun Control Town Hall Recap, Natural Born Citizen Ted Cruz?, MFSW – Maine Governor Racist Herion StatementToday, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes a documentary Mike stumbled upon on television called Hating Obama, which is definitely not a good option for bedtime viewing, especially if you like Obama. We do a little response time for the recent town hall on CNN with President Obama relating to gun control. Is Ted Cruz a U.S. citizen? We put this one to bed once and for all. Finally, we close out the show with our segment, "Mutha Fucka Say What?" This time out, it's all about Maine's Governor, Paul...2016-01-081h 06

Black & White With You & MeEp88 - MFSW: Idiot gets 60 days for the N-Word, Everybody Loves Law Enforcement, Don't Cry for me Obama, N. Korea has an H-Bomb?, Flint Mayor Declares SOE, Camilla Cosby Won't Talk.Today, Mike Casentini, Black Pedro and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day. We've got another, "Mutha Fucka Say What (MFSW)" some idiot in court was being arraigned and while leaving yells out the N-word, then gets called right back into court to receive 60-days from the judge. Also, with President Obama's recent announcements relating to an his executive order on gun control, what we've been able to deduce is that all sides agree, we need more law enforcement to uphold the current laws we have in place. That said, it won't stop there. North Korea...2016-01-061h 02

Black & White With You & MeEp85 - Las Vegas Turns Deadly, Democratic Debates, Lindsey Graham Cracker Goes Stale, Miss Universe Puerto Rico, Steve Harvey What?Today, on Black & White With You & Me, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the year end episode as well as the topics of the day. It's the end of a very productive year. Next year is going to be even better. We thank everyone for sticking with us. In this episode, we talk about the recent horrible innocent in Las Vegas, where a women in her twenties with her 3 year-old kid, decided to cause terror on the strip. Also, we had another debate, this time it is with the democrats, and boy was it fun. New Flash, Lindsay's...2015-12-211h 08

Black & White With You & MeEp84 - Quicken Loans, Martin Shkreli Arrested, San Bernadino Accomplice Arrested, Affluenza Killer on the Lamb, Chris Christie Feckless, LAUSD ShutdownToday, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes Quicken Loans getting the boot from FHA? Also, that asshole Martin Shkreli who raised the price of a life saving medicine by over 700% was arrested recently for fraud. And, the San Bernadino accomplice was arrested for his contribution to the horrific event that killed 14 and injured many others. a hung jury in first of many trials relating to the Freddie Gray trail. The affluenza killer who while drunk driving in Texas killed 4 and injured others is now on the lamb. Chris...2015-12-181h 09

Black & White With You & MeEp83 - The Insecurity Debate: Republicans Double Down In Vegas, Class Dismissed: Liberty Students FREE To Carry Guns In Dorms with Rawle DeeToday, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with comedian and actor Rawle Dee to discuss the topics of the day. In this episode, we discuss last nights GOP debates on CNN. We also discuss a story Pedro found relating to Liberty College students now free to carry a gun in dorms.2015-12-161h 06

Black & White With You & MeEp81 - Threats Up Against Muslims, Rapist Cop Convicted, What The Hell Citadel, and Corporate Altruism to be continued...Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes increased threats against Muslims in America by other Americans... Wonder why? More than 0% of Republicans support a ban on Muslims, WTF? Cops Gone Wild: Rapist cop convicted brings a bunch of tears to his eyes. Mutha Fucka Say What: What the hell Citadel? It’s always a bad idea to photograph yourself wearing a KKK looking pillowcase over your hear with a couple of holes for your stupid little eyes. What the fuck America?2015-12-111h 05

Black & White With You & MeEp80 - Black-lash: Too Many White People Never Heard Of “The Wiz,” San Bernadino Shooters Radical Before Meeting Each Other, MFSW: “No More Muslims!” Says Trump, 6th Grade Girl Called “ISIS” and Punched by Boys - Police Do Nothing, Cutest Drug Dealer In The World.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes a discussion about a NBC’s recent televised live event called “The Wiz.” It turns out “white people” didn’t believe this show already existed. The San Bernadino shooters were radicalized before the ever met. Trump continues to be an asshole, now make statements about banning all muslims. A 6th grade muslim girl get beat up by a bunch of young boys, while being called ISIS and the cops do absolutely nothing about it. Finally, a little white privilege for a white girl d...2015-12-091h 03

Black & White With You & MeEp78 - Killer Couple Linked to ISIS, CGW: Sprinkle Some Crack on Em’, MFSW: Facebook Founder Donating 99% of his fortune...Or Is He?, Mike Asks Black Pedro if he’s ever seen the original “The Wiz?”Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes the most recent mass shooting in San Bernardino, California, just 30 miles east of our studio. This week’s “Cops Gone Wild,” features a story Pedro found regarding an Alabama county police force that was found placing drugs on innocent black men and thus imprisoning innocent black men all connected to a Neo-Nazi party. This week’s, “Motha Fucka Say What?” We discuss the recent announcement by Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg relating to his new LLC that he claims is his new charity comp...2015-12-041h 05

Black & White With You & MeEp77 - Happy Black Pedro Day Holland, The Cancelled Trump/Black Pastor Meeting Goes Down Without Anything Going Down, Rahm Drops A Bomb In Chi-raq with our guest, comedian Bret ErnstToday, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with comedian, actor, writer and Podcaster, Bret Ernst to discuss the topics of the day. Get ready to strap in because this episode gets heated. We start out with a little story from Holland about Black Peter and boy does it get racist. Also, we discuss the outcome from Trump’s recent meeting with some black pastors and how less than 30% would even consider voting for Donald Trump, but seriously, who skips a free lunch? Finally, we touch on the systemic problem in Chicago and how the Mayor Rahm Emanuel is...2015-12-021h 08

Black & White With You & MeEp74 - Who Invented Rock & Roll, 79-Year-Old Knocked Out By Racism, Woodrow No Goodrow for Princeton, Trump Endorses Violence...AgainToday, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes us asking the question, “who invented rock & roll?” We found an awful video of a 79-year-old getting punched in the face by a white man who personally recorded the attack to see if it would make the news if he posted it. Pedro speaks on what’s been happening at his alma mater Princeton as it relates to recent protests. Black students took over the President’s office to fight for the removal of Woodrow Wilson from the campus among other importan...2015-11-231h 16

Black & White With You & MeEp73 - French Declares War on ISIS, States Declare War on Refugees, Spain Makes Netanyahu a Fugitive, and Charlie Lost His Sheen.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day. Mike starts the show with a response for one of our listeners, who left an iTunes comment that claims Mike has been a little cringe worthy, which just might be the point. In this episode, we focus on the French who have declared war on ISIS, while the United States have declared war on Refugees. Spain has put out an arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu for not allowing aid to reach the Palestinian people. And, Charlie Sheen makes the announcement that he has...2015-11-191h 03

Black & White With You & MeEp71 - Mike Gets a New Car, Republican Debate 4, Trump Deportation Squad, Misery in Missouri, Murder For An 8-Year old, and Dear Black People.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes a story from Mike about his automobile and a busted transmission which leads to a new car. We discuss the 4th Republican Debates, which leads to a conversation about one of Trump’s statements about creating a “Deportation Squad.” More Misery in Missouri and murder was the case that they gave an 8-year old, but really it’s all about negligent parenting. Finally, we close with dear black people.2015-11-121h 01

Black & White With You & MeEp70 - Reviews of Trump on SNL, Democratic For-Ummm, Super-Pacs and Campaign Finance, Missouri Racism, MFSW-Ben Carson and Pyramids, Racism at Applebee’s, Child Sexting in Colorado.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes a review of Trump on SNL this past Saturday. We also discuss the recent Democratic Forum on MSNBC hosted by Rachel Maddow, which leads us into a heated conversation about Super-Pacs and campaign financing. The University of Missouri’s President resigns today due in large part to racism and discrimination. We reflect on Ben Carson’s comment relating to the Bible, Joseph and the Egyptian Pyramids. Never too late for a little racism at Applebee’s, where a woman smashes a beer m...2015-11-091h 05

Black & White With You & MeEp69 - Too Much Dis-lam in the UK, Guy Fawkes vs The KKK, Cops Gone Wilder plus Spring Valley High Revisited, Mutha Fucka Say What - Ayatollah “Death To America” slogan, Trump to Stump on SNLToday, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes the United Kingdom and other states in Europe getting a little radical about Muslims. Guy Fawkes is releasing a bunch of KKK members names in the next round of Anonymous. Our Cops Gone Wild segment just got Wilder, today we focus on a cop cover up which included a suicide. Also, we revisit the Spring Valley High School and another cop related story you might not have heard of and for good reason. Mutha Fucka Say What (MFSW): What does "Death...2015-11-0451 min

Black & White With You & MeEp68 - Halloween, Republican Debates on CNBC, Fred Thompson Passes, Duggan Demolishing Detroit, China White Privilege, CGW Cory Jones Update, Paul Ryan New Speaker, BLM Hillary vs. Civil Rights Movement.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes a little conversation about our Halloween. We discuss the 3rd Republican debate on CNBC and the backlash of not serving up questions the GOP likes to answer. In Detroit, Black Pedro’s home town, we discuss Mayor Duggan’s approach to demolishing building and the backdoor deals he his making to increase the government funding. White kid are hooked on the Heroin and their parents are working diligently to change the laws so their kids don’t go away for life. Where...2015-11-011h 08

Black & White With You & MeEp65 - "The Force Awakens" To Racism, No Rolex For Bucks Henson, Florida Drummer Shot By Plain-Clothed Cop, Bye Bye Biden, Bernie Banking On the Post OfficeToday, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with to discuss the topics of the day, which includes a segment of “Cops Gone Wild” that asks more questions than it lends answers. We discuss a young NBA player who discovers what time it is when he goes to buy a Rolex, while America mourns the loss of another Presidential candidate as Joe Biden drops out of a race that he never entered. Talk about a tough loss! And, would you do your banking at the post office? Bernie Sanders thinks you should, and has brain-washed Black Pedro into thin...2015-10-221h 00

Black & White With You & MeEp64 - Trump’s Dollars Do Lie-Just Like He Does, Mutha Fucka Say What: Mike Fuckabee Edition, Bernie Don’t Want Your Mernie, Voting White Ain’t Always Right.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with to discuss the topics of the day, which includes more stuff about Donald Trump. He said, he didn’t need other peoples money to run for president, well to that to his accountant. We rack this one up as Trumps original lie to the people, because he’s spending more of his supporters money than he’s spending his own. This weeks, “Mutha Fucka Say What,” is all about Mike Huckabee, or should we say Mike Fuckabee. His recent tweets have been a bit out of touch and some would argu...2015-10-191h 02

Black & White With You & MeEp63 - The 1st 2016 Dem Debate, Killing at the Comedy Store, Auto Making: The German Way, Cops Gone Wild, Mutha Fucka Say What?!, and LO OD's in BrothelToday, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, featuring a heated debate about the first 2016 Democratic debate, and the debate they had about gun control and socialism…what? Basically we talked about people talking until we couldn’t talk any more. Our conversation about mental health care and guns almost drove Mike crazy enough to shoot Black Pedro, but luckily, Rena-Marie was there to slap them both! Our weekly segment “Mutha Fucka Say What?” features a presidential candidate who gave the worst answer to a question…ever! And back after a bit of a h...2015-10-151h 10

Black & White With You & MeEp62 - Black Face Frat Party, Fifth Third Bank, MFSW: Rupert Murdoch Edition, Give Me Them Magic Bones.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day. UCLA fraternity has a party called “Kanye Western,” where it appears some might have shown in black face. Fifth Third Bank payouts over 18 million for rate hikes for minorities. Mutha Fucka Say What, what did Rupert Murdoch say about Ben Carson? Finally, we close the show out with a story we stumbled upon about an Albino girl who was attacked for her bones.2015-10-1256 min

Black & White With You & MeEp61 - Fantasy Football Becomes Reality, Ben Carson, "Shoot Me First!", Jerry Brown Passes Laws, MFSW: O'Reilly Edition, Texas Mom Blasts Textbooks, Corporate Off-Shore Money.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes the recent news relating to fantasy football online sites, Fan Dual and DraftKings. Turns out, someone won a lot of money on Fan Dual with some insider information and that someone worked at DraftKings. Ben Carson had some interesting comments relating to the recent shooting in Oregon. Jerry Brown is passing some awesome laws in California. Mutha Fucker Say What: Bill O’Reilly Edition. A Texas mom blasts the publisher of her son’s high school history textbook. Finally, we close the...2015-10-0758 min

Black & White With You & MeEp60 - Pedro vs. Cabo, Mike Ballin’ Ouch, Matrix Retraction, What’s Ben Carson Talking About?, Oregon Campus Shooting, Gun Control, The Bear Facts.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes Black Pedro’s trip to Cabo and Mike’s first time playing full court, 5 on 5, basketball in 8 years. We have a retraction to make relating to a story we ran with relating to the Matrix. What the “F” is Ben Carson saying? The horrible continuing campus shootings includes a Oregon community college campus. We talk a lot about gun control. We close the show with a survival story about a guy who was mauled by a bear.2015-10-071h 02

Black & White With You & MeEp59 - Planned Parenthood vs. Congress, George Zimmerman Reposts Photo of Trayvon, $15 dollars an hour in Seattle drops unemployment.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes Planned Parenthood verse the U.S. Congress in a witch hut to defund. Also, George Zimmerman retweets a photo of a dead Trayvon Martin on the anniversary of Trayvon’s death. George you are such a fucking asshole. Finally, Seattle began transitioning into an increase in the overall minimum wage to $15 dollars per hour and unemployment seems to be improving. Any correlation?2015-09-3045 min

Black & White With You & MeEp58 - The Pope’s Visit, Supplying Al Qaeda, No Muslims Refugees, Planned Parenthood, UCB Bigotry, Boehner Resigns.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes a very emotional conversation about the Pope’s visit. We also discuss the recent supplying of Al Qaeda to gain passage through parts of Syria. In South Carolina, town meeting have been springing up to discuss the potential that Muslim refugees may be coming to America, and they don’t sound very welcoming. We put the conservatives on blast related to the rhetoric relating to Planned Parenthood and the recent videos that have already been proven to be absolute fiction. Also, we f...2015-09-281h 13

Black & White With You & MeEp57 - Keep Pope Alive, Walker Takes A Hike, 8 To Make You hate Reagan, Fox Gets Dumped By Trump, Racism Is Trojan Horse at USC, Violins for Viola’s Victory, Wachowski’s Playing Matix.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes talking about the Pope’s arrival to the United States, Scott walker bowing out of the race for President, 8 reasons to hate Ronald Reagan, Trump dumps FOX, Racism at USC, Viola Wins an Emmy, and why would we be bringing up the Matrix?2015-09-241h 05

Black & White With You & MeEp56 - To Bernie or Not To Bernie, The Minimum Wage, Birther of a Nation with Travis CohenToday, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with comedian Travis Cohen. We discuss the topics of the day, starting with comparing Bernie Sanders to Hillary Clinton. That leads us to discussing whether or not we should increase the national minimum wage to $15 per hour, and boy, we have our opinions. That then takes us to a conversation about the recent comments made at a Trump rally relating to Muslims and the Birther movement.2015-09-211h 16

Black & White With You & MeEp55 - Facebook Dislike Button, Republican Debates 2, Ben Carson’s 7 Beliefs, Hell No Hebdo, Hungarian Camerawoman Trippin’, Matt Damon Diversity.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes talking about the heat and the tiny bit of rain we received the other day in Los Angeles. In the news, we talk about Facebook and the “Dislike” button, finally a button for every Donald Trump post. Round 2 of the Republican debates, we jump start the conversation. That leads us into a discussion about Ben Carson and his 7 Beliefs. Hebdo is back and making international news with its recent horrible cartoon depicting a Muslim child face down in the sand. Hell No H...2015-09-171h 04

Black & White With You & MeEp54 - Standing Up for Comedy, Jindal Thumps Trump, Fear, Cops Gone Wild: New York Edition with James Blake.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day, which includes this weekends night out on the town to perform comedy. Mike hosts a show that had a couple of hack wannabe comedians, one of which was a complete asshole and we talk about why. Also, Bobby Jindal makes news for the first time since running for President by calling Donald Trump out and we thank him for that. We talk about fear and the challenge of fighting back fear as a political strategy. This week’s “Cops Gone Wild” features the NYPD a...2015-09-1457 min

Black & White With You & MeEp53 - The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Trump vs. Iran, Kim Davis Is Released, Muslim Flight Attendant, Damon Wayans Said What?, Cops Gone Wild.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day which includes a conversations about the debut of the new CBS show, “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” We also discuss some of Trump’s recent comments relating to the hostages in Iran. Kim Davis was released from jail, so you know we had to talk about that, which ultimately led us to talking about the Muslim Flight Attendant who refuses to serve alcohol due to her religious beliefs. We also had to talk about Damon Wayans comments regarding Bill Cosby. We close the sh...2015-09-101h 05

Black & White With You & MeEp52 - Donald Trump, Kim Davis Jailed, Keep Your Religion To Yourself, Refugees in Austria, Officers Filling Quotas in New York or not?, Drone Zone.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which includes talking more about the Donald. We also talk about Kim Davis, the women that decided to not give out marriage licenses to the gay community because Jesus told her not to. We also discuss the the refugees making their way to Austria and Germany and the telecommunications billionaire that wants to buy the refugees an island so they can start their own country. We discuss a story about 12 NYPD police officers suing the city for quotas. Finally, we close the show with the drone...2015-09-071h 00

Black & White With You & MeEp51 - Massive manhunt after Illinois officer's death, Black Lives Matter is not a hate group, Stop protesting marriage equality, Religion?Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which include a massive manhunt for 3 suspects in Illinois officer’s death. This leads us to discuss the overall violence in America and the attempt to connect Black Lives Matter to the recent assault on the police. We also discuss the attempt to align the Black Lives Matter movement to that of a hate group. Later on we talk about the county clerk named Kim Davis, who won’t give out marriage license to the LGBT community because of her religious beliefs. Guess what, you get arre...2015-09-031h 06

Black & White With You & MeEp50 - Celebrating 50 Episodes with Alexander "Skinny" Assefa, Rena-Marie Villano, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with Alexander "Skinny" Assefa to celebrate 50 episodes of Black & White With You & Me. No news this week. In this episode, we discuss the future of our show. We will be making some format changes to hopefully strengthen the shows topics and entertainment value. We have a lot of fun in this episode with Mike’s music library. We hope your enjoy. Alexander “Skinny” Assefa Website: comedycircuits.com Twitter: @alexanderassefa Facebook: /alexanderskinnyassefa Instagram: @alexanderassefa SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume, /mikecomedy, /blackpedropower Twitter: @blackwhiteyoume, @mikecasentini, @pedroisfunny 2015-08-3057 min

Black & White With You & MeEp49 - Bryant Gumbel, Throw Sisters from Wine Train, WDBJ-7 Murders, How many shots does it take to get a mistrial?Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day. Today, we share a clip of Bryant Gumbel on Charlie Rose, where Bryant express a personal experience with his son and being black. Also, 2 black women get thrown off a Napa wine train for being too loud. We talk about today’s shooting tragedy where former disgruntled employee, Vester Lee Flanagan, took the lives of 2 journalist, Allison Parker and Adam Ward of CNN affiliate WDBJ7-TV, who were on a remote interview. How many shots does it take to get a mistrial? Jury de...2015-08-271h 03

Black & White With You & MeEp48 - White Males Selfie with Their Garbage, France Train Take-down, We Be Sisters, Trump’s 1st Response to Boston Beat-down, Anchor Baby.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down to discuss the topics of the day. Mike tells a lovely story about 5 white young adult males taking selfies with their garbage. We talk about the recent events in France, where 3 Americans who stopped an attempt to commit terrorism on a train. We play a clip of these 2 women stumping for Trump called, “We Be Sisters.com,” and discuss whether they are real or just an act. We also discuss Trump’s response to the recent beating of a homeless man by 2 Boston brothers, who claim they beating the man becaus...2015-08-231h 08

Black & White With You & MeEp47 - Uber Airport, Jared Fogle, Mike Huckabee, MLK, Hillary vs. Black Lives Matter, The Movement with Anyi Malik.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with comedian Anyi Malik to discuss the topics of the day. We apologize in advance, but we smoked a blunt before we recorded this episode. Pedro tells us about his experience trying to get a Uber at LAX. We spend a lot of time talking about Jared from Subway. Mike Huckabee says Martin Luther King would have been “appalled” at the Black Lives Matter movement, which we had to talk about. Hillary Clinton get 15 minutes with the Black Lives Matter movement. Finally, we close out with “life is better when you kn...2015-08-191h 09

Black & White With You & MeEp46 - JEB vs #BlackLivesMatter, Talib Kweli on Real Time, Huckabee and Rape, Trump Immigration Specifics, Straight Outta Compton, Passing of Julian Bond with Alexander “Skinny Assefa and Aaron Burleson.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with recurring guests, Aaron Burleson and Alexander “Skinny” Assefa to discuss the topics of the day. We talk about the recent JEB event and the attempt to take it over by the #BlackLivesMatter movement, but it wasn’t the same as how they took over Bernie Sanders. Mike mentions Talib Kweli’s recent comments on “Real Time with Bill Maher.” Pedro brings up Mike Huckabee’s recent comments relating to the life of a conceived but unborn child of rape. Mike brings up Donald Trumps recent immigration specifics. The NWA movie, “STRAIG...2015-08-171h 16

Black & White With You & MeEp45 - Donald Trump debates?, Give Bernie Sanders a break, The Lawrence Lessig Plan, Hillary Clinton Server-Gate, Mike Brown anniversary equals more violence in Ferguson.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano discuss the topics of the day, which include more Donald Trump talk specifically relating to the most recent Republican Debates and his first speech after the debates. We talk about the recent Bernie Sanders supporter numbers and Pedro pleas with #BlackLivesMatter activists to protest at Republican events. Pedro brings up another candidate for President, a Harvard Professor named Lawrence Lessig. Mike brings up Hillary’s email server. They close the show with discussing the recent events in Ferguson. FEATURED MUSIC 1. It’s All On Me (Feat. Justus and BJ The Chicago Kid) by D...2015-08-121h 13

Black & White With You & MeEp44 - Republican Debates on Fox, Trump vs. Megyn Kelly, Bernie Sanders vs. Protesters, Bye Jon Stewart, NFL Hall of Fame with Alexander Assefa and Aaron Burleson.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with returning friends of the show, Alexander “Skinny” Assefa and Aaron Burleson. In this episode, we discuss the recent republican debates on Fox and the Trump versus Megyn Kelly outrageous comments from the Donald. The debate conversation leads us into another conversation about the anniversary of Michael Brown and the #BlackLivesMatter movement. This includes talking about Bernie Sanders recent public appearances being taken over by protesters of the “Black Lives Matter” movement. Later on in the show we talked about Jon Stewart's final episode on The Daily Show and the future o...2015-08-101h 02

Black & White With You & MeEp43 - Recap Last Episode, More On Samuel DuBose, Thursday’s Republican Debates, The Bastards Motorcycle Club and Hillary, A Liar?Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano recap episode 42 due to some listener responses. We also hear about Pedro’s trip home to celebrate his 20th HS reunion. We spend just a little more time responding to some of the recent findings relating to Samuel DuBose. Pedro stumbles upon another video and this time it about a bunch of Bastards, a they’re the good guys. Also, we discuss Hillary Clinton and whether she is a liar or not. FEATURED MUSIC 1. Save The Night by John Legend 2. The Beginning by John Legend SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/blac...2015-08-061h 06

Black & White With You & MeEp42 - Tom Brady’s Deflate-gate and Cops Gone Wild: University Police Cincinnati with Ryan DaltonToday, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with comedian and actor, Ryan Dalton. He's been seen on AXS TV's "LIVE AT GOTHAM" and TBS's "SULLIVAN AND SONS," just to name a few. We recorded this episode on Wednesday of last week because Black Pedro was going home to Detroit to celebrate his 20th High School Reunion over the weekend. We’re releasing the episode late Monday, because Mike spent the weekend adding a Livestream Broadcast Video solution to the TNS studio! In this episode, we discuss a little football with the 4-game suspension for Tom Brady relating to...2015-08-021h 11

Black & White With You & MeEp41 - More Jail Footage of Sandra Bland, Blanket Judging, White Americans Biggest Terror Threat, Jail Talk, with Ibo Brewer and Alexander "Skinny" Assefa.Today, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano sit down with 2 comedians, Ibo Brewer and Alexander "Skinny" Assefa. We discuss a variety of news items, including the newly released video of Sandra Bland in jail debunking the mug shot controversy. We also discuss the recent announcement from "Anonymous" calling for a "Day of Rage." Pedro brings in an article stating "White Americans are the biggest terror threat in the United States." Then, at some point we start talking about jail stories. It's a good show. GUEST CONNECTIONS Ibo Brewer Twitter: https://twitter.com/ibocomedy Facebook: https://facebook.com/ibocomedy Instagram...2015-07-291h 03

Black & White With You & MeEp40 - Yoga, Uber & Candy, Sandra Bland Mug Shot Conspiracy, #BlackLivesMatter, Baltimore Police Fundraiser in Black Face.This week, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano discuss a variety of news items and personal stuff. It all starts with Pedro and Rena-Marie trying to talk Mike into doing Yoga. Pedro explains his recent experience using Uber, which then leads to talking about other Uber experiences and our thoughts about their business. Last episode we talked about Sandra Bland and spoke about her death as being suspicious. In this episode, we discuss the recent autopsy and statements from other inmates who had some contact with Sandra while in jail. We also bring up the “mug shot” controversy. This woul...2015-07-261h 06

Black & White With You & MeEp39 - Cops Gone Wild: Texas Edition, Sandra Bland, Protesting with your AR-15, Even More Donald Trump.This week, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini discuss Sandra Bland’s arrest and incarceration, which led to her unfortunate death in her jail cell. We include this story as one of our recurring segments called, “COPS GONE WILD,” this week it’s all about Texas. Also in the news, a 22-year-old white male decided to counter protest and long standing protest of a Confederate Statue by a 60-year-old black man, who has been protesting the statue since 2000, with a semiautomatic AR-15. And, a recent MSNBC poll has Donald Trump at 60% of Americans polled believe he’s a strong candidate for President. FEATURED A...2015-07-221h 05

Black & White With You & MeEp38 - KKK and Neo-Nazi, MTV’s White People, Feeling Guilt, Airway Heights Mayor, Trump vs. McCain.This week, Black Pedro, Mike Casentini and Rena-Marie Villano discuss some of today’s newsworthy items, including a video Pedro found about 2 individuals who currently support the KKK and the Neo-Nazi movement. We also discuss MTV’s new show, premiering on July 22nd called “WHITE PEOPLE,” which leads into a conversation regarding white guilt. Also, we talk about Washington state’s Mayor of Airway Heights who has been asked to step down after racist Facebook posts were discovered relating to President Obama and The First Lady. We close the show with some more Trump talk. This week, he might have just sold...2015-07-201h 05

Black & White With You & MeEp37 - Kylie Jenner versus Amandla Stenberg, Cultural Appropriation, Trump Nazi Promo, Iran Nuclear Program, Humanity with Joel Steinberg.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with actor Joel Steingold can be seen on IFC’s show called, “MARON” as well as “CSI: CYBER,” “SILVER BELLS,” and “DRAGNET” to say a few. In today’s episode, we discuss an array of topics including the Twitter feud between Kylie Jenner and Amandla Stenberg as it pertains to cultural appropriations. We also talk about Trump’s promo had a Nazi photo accidentally super imposed into the circulated promo. We close the show with a little talk regarding Iran and its Nuclear Program. GUEST CONNECTIONS Joel Steingold Website: http://www.joelsteingold.com/ Fac...2015-07-1659 min

Black & White With You & MeEp36 - Confederate Flag Comes Down, Kid Rock, Nikki Haley, FBI Failure, More Trump with Kimrie Lewis-Davis.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with actress and comedian, Kimrie Lewis-Davis. She’s been seen on such television and movies as "PEEPLES," "CHASING LIFE," "SCANDAL," and "STATE OF PLAY," just to name a few. In this episode, we get to know Kimrie a little bit and then we discuss the Confederate Flag coming down in South Carolina. We also discuss using the flag for personal and entertainment use as it pertains to merchandise and more specifically, Kid Rock’s use of the flag. We talk about Nikki Haley signing the legislation that brought the flag down as w...2015-07-131h 18

Black & White With You & MeEp35 - It’s Over Bill Cosby, What Happened to Slavery Texas Public Education System, and the NBA with the guys from ComedyCircuits.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with Skinny, Eric and Brian from the comedy game show competition called, “ComedyCircuits.” The competition pops off this Sunday, July 12th at 10pm and the world famous Hollywood Improv. In this episode, we discuss the continuous fall from grace of comedian Bill Cosby. We also discuss the Texas public school system removing slavery from the curriculum. And, we close the show with a little NBA talk. GUEST CONNECTIONS ComedyCircuits Website: http://comedycircuits.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/comedycircuits Twitter: https://twitter.com/comedycircuits Instagram: https://instagram.com/comedycircuits YouTube: https://www...2015-07-0959 min

Black & White With You & MeEp34 - How was your 4th of July?, Who knows their history?, Cops Gone Wild: Harlem Division with Alan Cunningham.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Alan Cunningham to discuss the topics of the day. Alan is a comedian, actor, writer and producer. His current film, “THE SOUL AGENCY,” can be seen on YouTube. Click here, to watch it now. Be sure to hit the subscribe button. In this episode, we discuss our personal experiences for this 4th of July. Pedro enlightens us with a video he found, where a man interviews individuals on the street to find out their knowledge relating to Independents Day. We then focus on a recent “Cops Gone Wild” caught on video...2015-07-061h 03

Black & White With You & MeEp33 - Un-Friend on Facebook, Same Sex Marriage, Donald Trump, ISIS Cake, Cuba with Pete Giovine.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Pete Giovine to discuss the topics of the day. Pete currently opens for Nick Swardson on the comedy scene and is the host of Beacher’s Madhouse. He’s also the host of a popular Podcast called, “You’re On The List with Pete Giovine and Bret Ernst on The Network Studios. Today, we discuss un-friending someone on Facebook because they support marriage equality. We also discuss Donald Trumps recent statements, church burning in the south; an ISIS cake and the confederacy and Cuba. It’s a good show. GUEST CONN...2015-07-021h 00

Black & White With You & MeEp32 - Same Sex Marriage, Affordable Healthcare Act, Scotus, Republican Candidates, Obama can't sing with Chris "Jonesy" Jones.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Chris "Jonesy" Jones to discuss the topics of the day. Today, we discuss the Supreme Court ruling that upheld "Same Sex Marriage" and "Affordable Healthcare Act." We also discuss the current Republican candidates and Obama singing in church. GUEST CONNECTIONS Chris Jonesy Jones Website: http://jonesy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/funnyjones Twitter: https://twitter.com/funnyjones Instagram: https://instagram.com/funnyjones/ Google+: https://plus.google.com/105966887148697293673 FEATURED MUSIC 1. Believe by Cher2. Get Back Part II by Hi-Tek SHOW CONNECTIONS Website: http://thenetworkstudios.com/podcast-shows/black-white/ Facebook: /blackwhiteyoume...2015-06-291h 08

Black & White With You & MeEp31 - Obama drops the n-word on WTF Podcast, Using the n-word, Confederate Flag with Kevin Shea.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Kevin Shea to discuss the topics of the day. We learn a very interesting perspective from a comedian, who happens to be of Korean descent, but who was adopted and raised by two white parents in Pennsylvania. We also talk about Obama’s recent visit to one of our fellow comedians and very very successful Podcast brothers, WTF with Marc Maron, where the President down the n-word. That takes use into another discussion about the use of the n-word. We wrap everything up with a little conversation about the Co...2015-06-2559 min

Black & White With You & MeEp30 - Racism is Real, Dylann Roof, Charleston Terrorism, Wake Up Whites.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini do things a little different than normal. Due to the recent events in Charleston, South Carolina at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, where 9 black church going members were murdered by 21 year-old Dylann Roof, we decided to focus the show on the racism issue in America. We open the show with a 5 minute audio clip from Dixin White, a self-admitted reformed racist, who calls it like it is and explains that white people need to change their way of thinking. We continue the conversation, discussing Dylann Roof and his so-called friends as well...2015-06-221h 06

Black & White With You & MeEp29 - Miami Pedro, Warriors Win, Donald Trump, Rachel Dolezal with Willis TurnerThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Willis turner to discuss the topics of the day. Pedro is back from his trip to Miami and we find out how went. With the NBA Finals coming to an end on Tuesday with the Golden State Warriors winning the championship, we congratulate Pedro for winning the office pool. Donald Trump announced that he will be running for President in 2016 and gives a 45 minute speech that was one for the record books. Our show wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Rachel Dolezal, which is just the beginning of a lo...2015-06-181h 07

Black & White With You & MeEp28 - Off To Miami, Music Monday, Snoop Dogg "Bush", 20 Songs, Prison Break New YorkThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini pre-recorded this episode, because Pedro is off to Miami for a bachelor party for one of his good friends. So, we take a sidestep from the normal routine and instead break down some of today’s music including Snoop Doggs new album “Bush.” Because, we try to be a newsworthy show, we close this episode with the “Prison Break” story from New York. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Pedro is going to Miami for a bachelor party. We take a little time to talk about what they might embark on while in Florida. 2. We spend the...2015-06-1558 min

Black & White With You & MeEp27 - NBA Finals, Meeting Dads, Cops Gone Wild (Recap McKinney Texas), KKK Infiltrates Police, Bob Costas Responds to Caitlyn Jenner ESPY Courage Award with Jason Lawhead and Aaron BurlesonThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini and Aaron Burleson sit down with comedian and Cleveland native, Jason Lawhead. Currently, Jason can be seen on the road opening for BIll Burr and Sebastian Maniscalco. He’s also been seen on AXS “Live At Gotham,” and “The Artie Lange Show.” He has his own Podcast called “Lawhead’s Court” started at “The Network Studios” but now on the “All Things Comedy” network and a new sports commentary VODcast on YouTube called “From 3” Today, we discuss the NBA Finals as well as a recap on C.G.W. McKinney Texas. Pedro informs us about an F.B.I. report th...2015-06-111h 13

Black & White With You & MeEp26 - Cops Gone Wild - Texas Pool Party, Serena Williams French Lessons, News Outlets Setting the Narrative, Chet Haze, Racial Reassignment Surgery with Tony BakerThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian Tony Baker to discuss the topics of the day. In this episode, we bring back one of our recurring segments called, “COPS GONE WILD,” this week featuring a McKinney, Texas Police Officer who decided to pull a gun on black teenagers who were engaging non-violently at a pool party in a Dallas suburb. We also focus on Serena Williams (Tennis Pro) recent Grand Slam win at the French Open.Mike brings up his feelings related to recent news stories and the news agencies decision to create the narrative in Amer...2015-06-081h 03

Black & White With You & MeEp25 - Aloha, Barstow Recap, NBA Finals Predictions, Caitlyn Jenner with Francesca Lavezzo and Aaron BurlesonThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian and sketch performer, Francesca Lavezzo. Also sitting in is our good friend and show intern Aaron Burleson. Today, we discuss the newly released movie called “Aloha” as well as the response from those who watched it. We do a recap on a recent “Cops Gone Wild” regarding the Barstow police who arrested a pregnant black woman. We give our predictions on the NBA finals. Finally, we had to talk about, we close the show discussing Caitlyn Jenner. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Aloha (Movie) response to the release of the movie. 2...2015-06-041h 16

Black & White With You & MeEp24 - Baltimore Native, Barstow Cops, Kanye West vs. Michelle Obama, Patriot Act, B.B. King Murdered, Spelling Bee, Byron Allen with Courtney BlackThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian/actor, Courtney Black. You find out Courtney by visiting her website, courtneyblackcomedy.com as well as her web series, “Conversations with Courtney.” this Wednesday, she will be appearing at the Venice Townhouse. Accompanying her in the studio are her cousins from out of town, Dyymond and Ashlyn. Today’s show is packed with news, topics and a bunch of opinion. Ashlyn is a Baltimore native who jumps on the microphone for a minute to give her insight to the overall feeling of the people in her home town. Pedro lets u...2015-06-011h 11

Black & White With You & MeEp23 - Social Sites, Fan Mail, Aloha, The Human Torch, Natural Disasters, Homeless, UtahThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss the news of the day. In studio with them is voiceover talent and engineer, Rena-Marie Villano and producer, Aaron Burleson. Today, they discuss the upcoming feature films, Aloha (Sony) directed by Cameron Crowe, and the reboot of the Fantastic 4 with Michael B. Jordan as “The Human Torch.” We also discuss the recent flooding in Texas, which leads us to discover what our personal choices are of the worst types of natural disasters. We conclude the episode with the topic of homelessness and how Utah is handling the problem. Oh yeah...2015-05-2854 min

Black & White With You & MeEp22 - Mom, Dead Baby, Swings, Ben Carson, Public Schools, Southern Rites Documentary, Segregated Proms, Jim Crow, Crack Kats with Lawrence Thomas and Lolita Hernandez.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with two wonderful guests to discuss some news items of the day. One of the guests is Mike’s good friend, comedian, actor and Podcaster, Lawrence Thomas. The other is a special surprise, all the way from Detroit, author and mother to Black Pedro, Lolita Hernandez. One of the stories we discuss is very disturbing. A woman was found pushing her dead baby on a swing, which leads us into a discussion about parks in general. We also bring up Ben Carson again, which leads us to a discussion on public ed...2015-05-251h 06

Black & White With You & MeEp21 - Biker Gangs, Thugs, Aaron Hernandez, Ni**a House, Letterman Finale, Increase Minimum Wage with Aaron Burleson.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss some news items of the day. This week, we welcome a new member of the BWYM family, aspiring comedian, actor, writer, activist, rapper, producer, Aaron Burleson. Aaron is coming on board to help us with our shows production including show content and segment development, social engagement and fact checking. His role is a much needed addition to our show as our show is growing in support. In this episode, we discuss the recent Biker Gang related incident in Texas and why aren’t we calling them “thugs.” Also, Aaron Hernan...2015-05-211h 08

Black & White With You & MeEp20 - Welcome Rena-Marie, David Letterman, Mad Men, Janet Jackson, Tyler Shields, Loretta Sanchez, Louis C.K.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss some news items of the day. This week, we welcome Rena-Marie Villano, Podcast engineer and professional voice over talent as well as Mike's girlfriend onto the show. We finally get her on mic to hear her perspective. We also discuss David Letterman and Mad Men, it's an end of an era. Also, Janet Jackson celebrates a birthday and announces a new album is on the way. Pedro bring to our attention the photographer and artist, Tyler Shields and some of his controversial work. And, finally, we end the show...2015-05-181h 10

Black & White With You & MeEp19 - Drake, Amtrak Philly, NBA Playoffs, Jason Kidd, Michael Jordan, Chiwetel Ejiofor vs. Denzel Washington as new Sidney PoitierThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss some news items of the day. We open the show this week with music from Drake, which leads to a conversation about Drake. Followed by some discussion about the recent tragedy in Philly regarding the Amtrak train derailment. Also, it’s NBA playoff time and boy are these match ups fun to watch. We do a little breakdown of our conference winning picks. Mike mentions his experience growing up with Jason Kidd in the neighborhood. Pedro explains why he grew up hating Michael Jordan. Finally, Mike tries to explain wh...2015-05-1453 min

Black & White With You & MeEp18 - Pedro Goes To Chicago, Mother’s Day, Fam-Graduation, Kanye West, Nepal Earthquake 2, Wisconsin Police.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss some news items of the day. We discuss Pedro’s recent trip to Chicago to celebrate his sister and brother-in-law’s individual graduations for their masters. While at his brother-in-law’s graduation, Kanye West received an honorary PHD and we discuss what that was like, which did not include Kim’s booty. We spent a little time discussing his time in Chicago. Finally, we respond to Nepal’s 2nd major earthquake in as many days as well as the 19 year-old unarmed black man name Tony Robinson Jr. was shot by police...2015-05-1159 min

Black & White With You & MeEp17 - Chickens to China, Cops Gone Wild, Cops Gone Good, Political Overview, and Entertainment.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss some news items of the day. We discuss the FDA’s approval of send chickens to china for processing and what that means for America. We bring back our popular segment “Cops Gone Wild” and add a new segment called “Cops Gone Good.” We give an overview of the political landscape as it pertains to the candidates on both sides of the aisle. Finally, we discuss what we are and aren’t watching on television. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. FDA approves chickens being sent to China for processing. 2. Cops Gone Wild: M...2015-05-071h 00

Black & White With You & MeEp16 - The Fight, Uncle Denzel, Baltimore, N. Korean Capture, Walking Dead, Texas, and Vapor Cigs.This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down to discuss some news items of the day. We discuss the so-called fight of the century between Manny Pacquaio and Floyd Mayweather, which includes a side conversation about Denzel Washington’s appearance. We do a short follow up on Baltimore, which includes some recent words from the Baltimore Police Commissioner, Anthony Batts. That, plus a whole lot more. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. We discuss the so-called fight of the century between Manny Pacquaio and Floyd Mayweather, which includes a side conversation about Denzel Washington’s appearance. 2. We do a short follow up o...2015-05-0447 min

Black & White With You & MeEp15 - Baltimore Riots, Freddie Gray, Ray Lewis, Wolf Blitzer, Erin Burnett, John Angelos, Thugs with Dwayne PerkinsThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini welcome into the studio, comedian and writer, Dwayne Perkins. Get his book, “Hot Chocolate for the Mind.” In this episode, we discuss the current situation in Baltimore. Due to the recent death of Baltimore native, Freddie Gray at the hands of the police, the city has been dealing with protests that have led to looting, rioting and the closure of local businesses. We spend the entire episode examining the effects of the Baltimore outrage. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Baltimore reacts to the death of Freddie Gray with protests that have led to rioting and...2015-04-301h 02

Black & White With You & MeEp14 - Volcanoes, Earthquakes, Avalanches, Bruce Jenner, Bear Mauling, WH Correspondents Dinner, Ancient Aliens with Teddy TutsonThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini welcome comedian Teddy Tutson. You can get his comedy album, “AIN’T GON’ BE NO PEACE,” online on iTunes. We open todays show discuss the state of the World. The World is angry with volcanoes erupting in Chile; the earthquake in Nepal; an avalanche on Everest, what is she trying to tell us? We also cover the Bruce Jenner interview and the conversation of transgender and sex reassignment. We also discuss a wild bear mauling; the White House Correspondents Dinner and those “Breaking News” on the scene camera guys. And, then, somehow we get on the t...2015-04-2759 min

Black & White With You & MeEp10 - NorCal Trip, Final Four, How to Make a Noose, Trevor Noah, Germanwings, and Religious FreedomThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini discuss Mike’s trip to Northern California to visit his family. Pedro discusses his picks for the Final Four. They discuss making a noose. Also, they give their two cents about Trevor Noah taking on the Daily Show. With the recent tragedy of Germanwings airline crash, they talk about pilotless air travel. Finally, they give insight to their opinion about religious freedom bills. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Pedro gives us his picks for the Final Four basketball, which leads us to the talking about the Duke University story about a noose being erected on...2015-04-021h 05

Black & White With You & MeEp9 - Sovereign Citizens, Bullets Over America, George Zimmerman, Ted CruzThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini discuss terrorism in America and that includes Americans as the number one threat. How many bullets does it take to kill a person? If you live in America, it takes all the bullets. George Zimmerman continues to be an asshole, with his most recent comments. And, Ted Cruz announces that he’s running for “wasting our time.” All that and more. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Vice Report: Sovereign Citizens seen as America’s top terrorist threat. 'The fact that you have people across America that believe that the federal government is an illegal entity...2015-03-261h 02

Black & White With You & MeEp7 - What’s gay about Star Wars, Blurred Lines Payout, Love of Soccer, Ferguson, SAE Fraternity Racist Chant, Gentrification with Ian EdwardsThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini invite into the studio, comedian, writer, actor, Ian Edwards. He’s written on shows, such as “Two Broke Girls” and “Blackish” and he is also the first comedian on Conan O’Brien’s comedy label called Team CoCo Records. They discuss a variety of topics including the news of the day. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Star Wars gets it first gay character, which left us asking, what was C-3PO then? The new character is a declared lesbian by the name of Moff Mors. Is this a joke? 2. Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams must payout 7...2015-03-121h 11

Black & White With You & MeEp6 - Hillary Email-Gate, Ben Carson’s Gay Choice, Ferguson Police Racist?...This week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini discuss the news of the day. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. Former NBA basketball player, Manute Bol has a 15 year old son in high school who already stands at 6’ 10” and is well on his way to the NBA. His name is Bol Bol. 2. Reports today of Hillary Clinton using a personal email server located in her home, while serving as Secretary of State, has got a lot of Republicans and political watchdogs all up in arms. They believe she violated the law. 3. Republican, Presidential hopeful, Ben Carson is being criticized today for his comments rega...2015-03-051h 00

Black & White With You & MeEp5 - Focus Movie, Rudy Giuliani, Why Jihadist, Listener Mail with Justin WadeThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with returning guest actor/comedian/musician, Justin Wade. Since our first episode aired on January 29th, we’ve produced a total of 4 episodes. Currently, we’re featured on the main page of iTunes Podcasts “New & Noteworthy.” This has led to a lot of exposure for our show. In this special episode, we discuss the topics of the day as well as our 1st listener email correspondence. TOPICS OF THE DAY 1. The Movie, “FOCUS” with Will Smith and Margot Robbie. The movie is getting a lot of attention for the on camera bi-racial rela...2015-02-261h 31

Black & White With You & MeEp4 - Black History Continued, Move to Mars, SNL 40thThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini do it alone without a guest and discuss the topics of the day, which includes the following: 1. Black History Month continued --> The DMV in Santa Monica is representing Black History Month to the fullest. 2. Any Black Presidential Hopefuls? Nope! Just Hillary verses Jeb. Presidential predictions. 3. People are applying to move to Mars. WTF! 4. SNL $0th Anniversary commentary --> It's all about Eddie Murphy --> In Living Color Reunion Needed. TODAY'S SEGMENTS Pedro Ponders (Black Pedro) --> Not everybody likes the Beattles Knock It Off Already (Mike Casentini) --> Knock off the big...2015-02-191h 02

Black & White With You & MeEp3 - Grammy's, Jon Stewart and Black History Month with Justin WadeThis week, Black Pedro and Mike Casentini sit down with comedian, actor, musician, Justin Wade to discuss the topics of the day, which includes the following: 1. The Grammy's, There goes Kanye again, and why is Lady Gaga always hanging with Tony Bennett and more... 2. Jon Stewart announces he will be leaving the Daily Show. What does this mean for news and liberal satire? 3. Black History Month. Why is it the shortest month of the year? What can we do to make the month more recognized. TODAY'S SEGMENTS Pedro Ponders (Black Pedro) --> Obama looks like he might continue the war...2015-02-121h 03

Black & White With You & MeEp2 - Celebrities, Super Bowl and Hip Hop with Alexander "Skinny" AssefaThis week, Mike Casentini and Black Pedro sit down with comedian, Alexander "Skinny" Assefa, to discuss the topics of the day, which include the following: 1. High Profile Celebrities, do things they shouldn't be...Talking about Warren Sapp getting arrested for picking up a prostitute in Phoenix after covering the Super Bowl for the NFL Network. Suge Knight getting arrested for Murder for a hit a run. Bobbi Kristina Brown for not staying away from bathtubs. 2. Super Bowl Commercials and the Halftime Show. What happened to having entertaining and funny commercials? Also, Missy Elliott stole the halftime show and her album...2015-02-0559 min

Black & White With You & MeEp1 - The Inaugural EpisodeThis is the inaugural episode of "Black & White with You & Me, hosted by comedians Mike Casentini and Pedro Hernandez (aka Black Pedro). The shows overall focus is on social issues, race, politics, entertainment, and anything else we feel like talking about. We get down to the black and white on every issue. Maybe we will agree and maybe we won't, you'll just have to listen and find out. We hope we can at least give you a perspective worth considering while at the same time entertaining. In this episode, the guys spend the hour focused on their feelings as it...2015-01-291h 02

The Stamie & Tracy ShowEp34 - Happy Thanksgiving with Mike CasentiniHappy Thanksgiving to all of our listeners! This week, Mike Casentini (owner of the Network Studios) joins us to talk about Turkey day prep, whether swearing makes you look dumb, his stand-up magic and how he keeps his relationship with Rena-Marie so strong.2014-11-2752 min

The Full Count PodcastEp32 - Mike CasentiniThis week on the Full Count Podcast, Shawn Halpin and Jon Huck are joined by Comedian, and Creator Mike Casentini. The guys discuss changing their birth certificates, and playing in the Little League Wold Series. New York Yankees slugger A-Rod and the "battle for his life". NASCAR drive Tony "Smoke" Stewart, and his "Need for Speed" that could keep him in a cast as well as the pits for the next few weeks. And Johnny "Football" Manziel, the Freshman Heisman Trophy winning QB from Texas A&M, who can't seem to stop making mistakes and money off the field. Thanks...2014-08-1100 min

Military MomentsEp7 - Mike Casentini & Willie VasquezThis week, Will talks to comedian Mike Casentini, and Army veteran Willie Vasquez about serving and almost serving in the military, for a bit the show turned into a bit of a "shit" show, taking one in certain places and comfort levels. A very interesting documentary by Marine veteran Logan Stark about PTSD, and as always different programs for vets and troops to know they are not alone, and can get help if they need it. Like Ride 2 Recovery. See the documentary at tinyurl.com/forthe25movie, and learn more about Ride 2 Recovery at www.ride2recovery.com. Be sure...2014-07-1700 min $Lawhead\'s Court$ Lawhead's CourtEp30 - You say it's my birthday w/Mike CasentiniLawhead's Court celebrates it's 30th episode on Halloween and Jason's birthday as The Network Studios founder & producer, comic and friend Mike Casentini joins the show. Lawhead & Casentini cover the craziness of the World Series, the best hitting pitchers in MLB history, shitty golf courses, ugly strippers and more.2013-10-3149 min $Lawhead\'s Court$ Lawhead's CourtEp30 - You say it's my birthday w/Mike CasentiniLawhead's Court celebrates it's 30th episode on Halloween and Jason's birthday as The Network Studios founder & producer, comic and friend Mike Casentini joins the show. Lawhead & Casentini cover the craziness of the World Series, the best hitting pitchers in MLB history, shitty golf courses, ugly strippers and more.2013-10-3100 min

The Jimmy Shubert ShowEp8 - Mike CasentiniJimmy opens the show with a rant about the government shut down and sits down with comedian and owner of The Network Studios, Mike Casentini to talk about the shut down as well as the affordable healthcare act and more. Be sure to rate and comment on iTunes.2013-10-0446 min $Straight Riffin\'$ Straight Riffin'006 : Mike Casentini Mike Casentini joins us on Straight Riffin’ as we talk about what Arnold Schwarzenegger has planned after his governance ends, why Predator might be a gay allegory, how taint size relates to fertility, what you can tell about a woman from her stride, and much much more.2011-04-1200 min