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The NeoLiberal RoundAnnouncing Backyard Stories and much More on The Neoliberal Round by Renaldo McKenzie PodcastListen to "Short Stories Feat "Lord" on The Neoliberal Round #Podcast — “What’s Your Story?” Part 20" on The NeoLiberal Round by Renaldo C. Mckenzie Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2bZOONcuZ3eIHXRYwkqWLM?si=4d883bfe94814ee3 via Spotify or any stream.Find your stream here: https://anchor.fm/theneoliberalDonate to us via Cash App $renaldomckenzieOr via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=USSJLFU2HRVAQA Production of The Neoliberal Corporationhttps://renaldocmckenzie2025-07-2302 minThe NeoLiberal RoundOp-ed published in the JamaicaGleaner "Jesus didn’t found Christianity — He undermined religious elitism"Audio Version of my Op-ed published in the Jamaica Gleaner "Jesus didn’t found Christianity — He undermined religious elitism" https://jamaica-gleaner.com/article/news/20250713/jesus-didnt-found-christianity-he-undermined-religious-elitismOp-ed written and submitted by Renaldo McKenzie, published in the Jamaica Gleaner Sunday July 12th, 2025. The Neoliberal Corporationhttps://theneoliberal.com Op-ed written and submitted by Renaldo McKenzie, published in the Jamaica Gleaner Sunday July 12th, 2025. Subscribe @RenaldoMckenzie The Neoliberal Corporationhttps://theneoliberal.com Rev. Renaldo McKenzie was ordained to the word and sacraments by the @United Church...2025-07-2028 minThe NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought: On Neoliberalism Globalization Income Inequality Poverty and Resistance by Renaldo McKenzieAuthor of Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance, Renaldo McKenzie discusses in this Lecture at Jamaica Theological Seminary in #caribbeanthought Cinema helps to reveal the injustices and trickery behind globalization. Subscribe on any stream: https://anchor.fm/theneoliberal Visit us at The Neoliberal Corporationhttps://theneoliberal.com 2025-06-2432 minThe NeoLiberal RoundThe Colonizer and The Colonized by Renaldo McKenzieThe colonizer: "I know what's best for you; do this or suffer!"The Colonized: "We will do what we want."The Colonizer: "You are terrorists and evil and will therefore destroy you."The Colonized: "Do what you must, but we will do what we can to become like you... powerful and threatening."Rev. Renaldo McKenzie is Author of Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance (Neoliberalism)The Neoliberal CorporationHttps://theneoliberal.comSubscribe for free on ay stream: https://anchor.fm/theneoliberalDonate...2025-06-2310 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Summer 2025 Series Lecture 5: Parts 1 and 2: Towards A Caribbean Thought ParadigmRev. Renaldo McKenzie continues with the Lectures in Caribbean Thought at The Neoliberal Corporation Philadelphia and Jamaica Theological Seminary Kingston Jamaica. Today's class is spit up in two segments. Part 1 will introduce the initial concepts of the book Neoliberalism and then provide an overview of the course this semester. Professor McKenzie discusses the symbiotic and close connections between the currents that has come to shape the Caribbean highlighting that the trajectory of Antigua is similar to that of Jamaica and other Caribbean Islands, as Stephanie Black was able to publish a film about how Jamaica was affected by globalization...2025-06-142h 44
The NeoLiberal RoundIs Crypto the Death of the US Dollar and US Economy? by Renaldo McKenzieIs cryptocurrency the future of finance—or the funeral dirge of the U.S. economy?In this explosive episode of The Neoliberal Round, Rev. Renaldo C. McKenzie delivers a fiery indictment of the growing crypto craze and the danger it poses to America’s most powerful asset: the U.S. dollar. From Donald Trump Jr.’s praise of crypto to the silent shift of BRIC nations away from the dollar, this episode exposes the slow unraveling of economic supremacy in the name of digital freedom.🔍 Topics include: Why crypto is not just innovation—it’s erosio...2025-06-1203 min
The NeoLiberal RoundThe LA Protests: Are the Protesters on the Right Side of History by Renaldo McKenzieQuestion: Is it rational and sensible for the Protesters in LA to be waving foreign nations Flag while demanding immigration rights to undocumented immigrants who are advocating for freedom from surveillance from #trump #ICE agents?On this episode of The Neoliberal Round Podcast, Renaldo McKenzie, Creator and Host and President of The Neoliberal with Donte Nelson Co-Host/Producer discuss the LA Protests. The two provided critical analysis and commentaries on the protestations in LA on immigration.The Episode is season 11 Ep 7 of the Podcast via any audio podcast stream https://anchor.fm/theneoliberal....2025-06-1112 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture Series, Summer 2025: Part 1In this première of the Caribbean Thought Lecture Series, Summer 2025: Part 1, Professor Renaldo McKenzie begins with a Prelude; "Setting the Stage to the Course: Understanding the Approach to Caribbean Thought: It's Concepts, Paradigm, Historical and Current Trends. The Lecture series is recorded before a class with over 50 students registered to the course from all over the world. Renaldo in this lecture begins to focus the students on the concepts with a general overview of the course lifting up some issues in the news and responding to them as a way to help the students to understand t...2025-05-171h 11
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Pulse Part 7 with Ricardo and Renaldo McKenzieThe Pulse with Ricardo and Renaldo McKenzie is back with part 7. The twins discuss politics, sports and the looseness of podcasts and social media over the seriousness and stiffness of mainstream media Coming up on The Neoliberal Round Podcast and YouTube Channel1. Trump, tariffs and immigration2. NBA Playoffs3. Tennis 4. Happy Mothers' DaySubscribe:https://anchor.fm/theneoliberalVisit us at: https://theneoliberal.com and https://renaldocmckenzie.comDonate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=USSJLFU2HRVAQEmail: info@theneoliberal.com or...2025-05-1256 min
The NeoLiberal RoundOn Donald Trump's First 100 DaysHost Renaldo McKenzie discusses Trump's first 100 days in a novel way; sharing a recent trip to Save-a-Lot where he went to purchase Turkey Bacon. Renaldo shares how the tariffs did not play a factor in his decisions as he went with the Canadian Turkey Bacon instead of the US one. Why? listen to the show and hear why plus some more interesting points exploring Trump's first 100 days. Renaldo is joined by Donte Nelson, co-producer in the background and taped before a live studio audience at The Neoliberal Corporation Studios via the Zoom platform. This is a presentation...2025-05-0212 min
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Neoliberal Round Week-End with Renaldo, Donte and MontelMontel joins the team at The Neoliberal to discuss: The Eagles picks Jihaad in the first round and Nabuku in the second-round of the NFL draft. Zelenskyy is embraced and No applause for Trump at Pope Francis FuneralMontel is a new Sport's Analyst at The Neoliberal Round and The Neoliberal Corporation who will appear on our week-end shows to discuss, fashion, entertainment and Sports.The Neoliberal celebrates 4-years on April 21 2025. Thank you for making The Neoliberal.The Neoliberal Round is a production of...2025-04-2711 min
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Penn Relays Begin at Penn: A Tradition Rooted in Speed, Culture, and Diaspora PrideThe Penn Relays have officially begun at the University of Pennsylvania—my alma mater—and once again, the historic Franklin Field is alive with the spirit of one of the oldest and most prestigious track and field events in the Americas. Hosted annually by Penn Athletics, the Relays are more than just a sporting event—they are a cultural moment, especially for the Caribbean diaspora.You simply cannot mention the Penn Relays without mentioning Jamaica in the same breath. Jamaicans have long been dominant and enthusiastic participants, from high school standouts to collegiate champions. The relays serve as a p...2025-04-2505 min
The NeoLiberal RoundFather Forgive Them. Easter Reflections With Rev. Renaldo McKenzie on The Neoliberal RoundJesus Said; "Father forgive them for they know not what they have done," (KJV, St. Luke 23:34). This Easter, we present a re-make of several videos we mashed together to present our Easter production. It is quite powerful and inspirational as we re-did a reflection by Rev. Renaldo McKenzie and included performances with him at Easter to present a dynamic show that will help to facilitate worship and reflection. May we remember the #sacrificeandlove #Christ demonstrated that has defined the #characterofGod; humility, sacrifice and compassion for all—especially for the poor and vulnerable that #God became low to lift them up...2025-04-1917 min
The NeoLiberal RoundEnding Homeless Without Using Federal funds Featuring Claudio Bono on The Neoliberal RoundRenaldo McKenzie (Host):Welcome back to The Neoliberal Round, where we unpack bold ideas, uncomfortable truths, and complex questions at the intersection of policy, politics, and people. Today’s topic? Ending homelessness. That’s right—ending it. Not reducing. Not managing. Ending.It’s a lofty goal in a neoliberal capitalist world where greed, inequality, and competition often leave the most vulnerable behind. But one city commissioner and hotelier is proposing an unconventional solution—and whether you agree or not, it’s an idea that’s making waves. Joining us today is Claudio Bono, Commissioner for the City of Cupert...2025-04-1355 min
The NeoLiberal RoundBreaking News Claudio Bono Bold Plans to End HomelessnessClaudio Bono has an innovative solution to end Homelessness. He briefly shares his plan and introduces himself to America and the World on a recent telephone conversation with Creator and Host Rev. Renaldo McKenzie. Claudio Bono is a Hotelier who also serves as a City Manager in Cupertino with over 11 years of experience working in non profits and coordinating homeless programs. Claudio will sit with Renaldo Mckenzie, joined by David Fair, who was a city of Philadelphia Manager and currently serves on the board of several social services non...2025-04-0922 minThe NeoLiberal RoundThe Pulse with Renaldo and Ricardo McKenzie on The Neoliberal Round Discussing US and world PoliticsTwin Brother's Ricardo and Renaldo McKenzie debated over whether President Trump should be impeached given his administration's overriding due process of the law and deporting illegal immigrants. The brothers discuss Eric Adams and whether the democrats got it right, promoting Cuomo over Adams, who no longer has his criminal case hanging over his head. The show is aired weekly on The Neoliberal Round YouTube and Podcast.Subscribe on any stream: find yours here: https://anchor.fm/theneoliberalVisit us: https://theneoliberal.com or https://renaldocmckenzie.com2025-04-071h 01
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought 2025 Lecture 8: Immigration, AFTA and St. LuciaWe continue with the Lectures in Caribbean Thought at Jamaica Theological Seminary via The Neoliberal Corporation and The Neoliberal Round delivered by Rev. Renaldo McKenzie, Professor and Author of Neoliberalism.In this class, Rev. Renaldo McKenzie discusses the challenges of the Caribbean stemming from the film Life and Debt, exploring globalization and its lasting effect on the Caribbean. The class shifts gears this week so that the students can present in their groups on their chosen island nation. After Rev. Renaldo discusses Marko Rubio's visit to Jamaica, where he had a Press Conference with the PM of...2025-04-021h 32
The NeoLiberal RoundExcerpts of Renaldo's Interview on G-Town Radio's "Neglected Stories, People, History, Movements"This is an edited excerpt of Renaldo McKenzie's interview about Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance on G-Town Radio's "Neglected Stories, People, History, Movements," hosted by Pedro Rodriguez.Pedro spoke with Renaldo about Neoliberalism and the current neoliberal globalist strategies that are re-taking root and explore resistance to neoliberal globalization.Renaldo was passionate on this interview with Pedro and so we had to provide a version of it on The Neoliberal Podcast, albeit an edited excerpt. When we get the full interview we will make it available for...2025-03-3030 min
The NeoLiberal RoundIs Obeah Evil? Postcolonialism and the Need for DecolonizationIn today's Lecture, Rev. Renaldo Mckenzie continues exploring currents that have shaped the position of the Caribbean today stemming from Colonization, but switch gears to Postcolonialism, and the lingering effects of Colonialism. The Lecture delves into the concept of postcolonialism and discusses how Caribbean people's disdain for African Traditions such as Obeah reflects the lingering effects of colonialism. The class spent several minutes debating whether #obeah is evil as many students challenged the professor's position on African traditions and the need to have open discussions without European ethnocentrism. The class was deeply intense and the students and Professor spoke...2025-03-222h 27
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Pulse with Twin Brothers Ricardo and Renaldo McKenzie Part 5 On The Neoliberal RoundIn this episode of The Pulse, twin brothers Ricardo and Renaldo opens the show talking about tennis the recent Premier tennis tournament at California, #indianwells. Ricardo fresh off his trip at the games stated that Indian Wells lacks diversity. Ricardo explains why and answers Renaldo's question, "why hasn't Venus Williams retired from professional tennis up to now? Renaldo also delves into a bombshell letter article entitled: Dear Editor, “Trump’s Leadership: Destruction Without Solutions” written by Ricardo and published in The Neoliberal Journals: https://theneoliberal.com/dear-editor-trumps-leadership-destruction-without-solutions/Renaldo and Ricardo also discussed #wendywilliams incarceration. Renaldo highlights how outrageous the system...2025-03-171h 34The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought 2025 Lecture 5: Postcolonialism as Strategic Control at Jamaica Theological SeminaryRev. Renaldo C. McKenzie continues the 2025 #caribbeanthought Lectures at Jamaica Theological Seminary @jtsintersection via the @georgetownuniversity Platform, beginning this week with #colonization as a Strategy to control. Rev. Renaldo discusses #postcolonialism as a new strategy marking the end of another kind of control strategy. The #caribbean today is faced with the threat of retaliation and instability within their region after years of stability within their geopolitical region. The discussions were electrifying and explosive as the lecture culminated in whether Jamaica, Barbados and Trinidad and Tobago should continue to do business with #china.Rev. #renaldomckenzie builds on the lectures from previous...2025-03-103h 25The NeoLiberal RoundCARIBBEAN THOUGHT LECTURE 4 2025: From Africa to Arawak to African SlavesRev. Renaldo McKenzie continues with the Caribbean Thought Lectures at The Jamaica Theological Seminary, concluding the discussions on The Afrocentric Paradigm and Centering Caribbean Studies and Caribbean Thought within a paradigm that begins with a position of victory rather than a position of victory. The Caribbean Reader asserts that the Caribbean is an invention.... But this is defeatist and based on a position of oppression than victory. Yet one may say this binary troupe is based on a philosophy of idealism than realism. Nevertheless, Renaldo explore the importance of a Caribbean history that must demystify...2025-03-033h 09
The NeoLiberal RoundTHE PULSE PART 3 WITH RICARDO AND RENALDO MCKENZIEShould Mayor Adams of NYC step down for engaging in a quid-pro-quo with Trump?Twin Brothers Renaldo and Ricardo Mckenzie debate Trump, Elon Musk and Mayor Adams plus much more. On this latest installment episode of the new series on The Neoliberal Round Podcast entitled: The Pulse with Ricardo Versus Renaldo McKenzie. Renaldo is the Author of #neoliberalism Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance, and Ricardo is a Business Consultant and a Human Resources Executive and Specialist. The twin brothers share their thoughts in this intense episode of The Pulse on The Neoliberal Round Podcast and YouTube Channel. 2025-02-1743 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 3 Class 4 by Renaldo McKenzieRev. Renaldo McKenzie continues to explore The Afrocentric Paradigm, towards Centering Caribbean Thought and Studies. This is Lecture 3 Class 4, and the students continue to share their reflections on the Afrocentric Paradigm and Caribbean Thought. The Professor shares several short videos during the Lecture including one with C.L.R. James and two other exploring the true history of Africa as a way to reimagine the beginnings of Africa and Africans, not as primitive but sophisticated and a position of victory. The Lecture is delivered for the course CARIBBEAN THOUGHT Jamaica Theological Seminary by Rev. Renaldo McKenzie, Author of Neoliberalism...2025-02-172h 52
The NeoLiberal RoundCaptain America: Brave New World - A Film Review by Renaldo McKenzie#renaldomckenzie: Last night, I watched #captainamerica: Brave New World, in 3D. I have mixed feelings about it. As a superhero action movie, I would rate it a 5/10—it leaned far more into drama than action, and when action sequences did appear, they often felt contrived, almost as if I were watching a simulation rather than an organic, high-stakes battle. The lack of thrilling, immersive action sequences left a lot to be desired, especially for those expecting the high-energy spectacle characteristic of Marvel films. As a drama, I would rate the movie 7/10... (See the full review entitled: "Captain America: Brave Ne...2025-02-1605 minThe NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought 2025 Lecture 2 at Jamaica Theological SeminaryIn today's Lecture, Rev. Renaldo McKenzie continues to conceptualize and contextualize the course by exploring a working definition of the Caribbean. Rev. Renaldo explains the importance of the assignment to read Ama Mazama's Afrocentric Paradigm as we delve into a critical study of the Caribbean. Rev. McKenzie presented a historical overview of the Caribbean and indicated that the Caribbean is an Invention, yet an invention beginning where it depends on how we approach Caribbean history; a paradigm may help begin with Kamit, a place of victory and not at colonialism or enslavement.
The students also share their understanding of...2025-02-032h 45The NeoLiberal RoundA tribute from a Son to a Mother: Excerpt of The Funeral service for Bernella MckenzieThis is an excerpt of the Funeral service for the late Rev. Bernella McKenzie. In this excerpt we share Rev. Renaldo McKenzie message, a tribute in memory of his mother Bernella Mckenzie entitled: Tribute From A son to a Mother
A. Mommy's Faith and Prayer Life
Mommy was a woman of deep prayer, unwavering faith, and extraordinary grace. She devoted countless hours to praying and interceding earnestly for her family, church, Jamaica, and the world. Her commitment to prayer was steadfast, as she believed in the biblical command to "pray without ceasing."
She kept a prayer journal, where she...2025-01-1307 minThe NeoLiberal RoundLife, Death and the Afterlife by Renaldo McKenzieThis essay by Renaldo McKenzie is a revised version of an originally Submitted paper to Prof. Ori Soltes at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies on Date: October 25, 2021 as part of a final essay presentation in the Doctor of Liberal Studies Foundations Program.
It was published in The Neoliberal Post by The Neoliberal in https://renaldocmckenzie.com in June 2023.
The Essay link: https://renaldocmckenzie.com/2023/06/plato/
Abstract: This essay is a reflection on Plato’s Phaedo, particularly regarding life, death, and the afterlife. In the Phaedo, one see’s Socrates in Plato’s eyes...2024-12-3052 minThe NeoLiberal RoundWhat's Your Story Part 17 Featuring Born Winner Fresh on The NeoLiberal Round Podcast"Born Winner Fresh" had an impromptu rap session with Renaldo Mckenzie of The Neoliberal Corporation, and the neoliberal round for What's Your Story Part 16th. Producer Donte Nelson of The Neoliberal set up this exciting meeting with #bornwinnerfresh, a #phillyrapper who is grassroots. He briefly shared some of his music, its inspiration, and his upcoming gigs and projects.
This is a short episode, and we will have a fuller episode in video with Born Winner Fresh.
Check out his music on @YouTube @bornwinnerfresh7487
This is a Production of The Neoliberal Corporation for programming on The Neoliberal Round Podcast and YouT...2024-11-1810 min
The NeoLiberal RoundStreet Vibes Pulse of the Street Season 2 Part 5: US Elections 2024We are on Temple University main college campus for this episode of The Neoliberal Round: Street Vibes Pulse of the Street Season Part 6. We interviewed two young men who are students about who they will vote for and why.
Renaldo also shares that he will vote for the first time: "Tomorrow, I will vote in a US Presidential Election for the first time in my life. And it's on a historical day. For the first time a multicultural woman who identifies as #African, #Indian and American will be on the ballot. It's historical as African Americans and even women...2024-11-0511 min
The NeoLiberal RoundStreet Vibes Pulse of the Street: Season 2: Part 3: Who Are You Voting For, Harris V Trump?"From one "Black Man" to another "Black man": who are you voting for?" Renaldo McKenzie, Creator and Host took to the streets to interview over 100 black men in Center City Philadelphia asking: Who are you supporting for President and Why, and what is the mood like in your family, neighborhood and workplace, what are they saying, who are they voting for and why?
This episode features the first twelve (12) conversations; and it promises to be powerful as African American men discuss why they will or will not vote for the first African American/South Asian Woman. In, fact, we...2024-10-2644 min
The NeoLiberal RoundRemembering Octavius Valentine Catto and Harriet Tubman with Prof. Anadolu-Okur by Rev. Renaldo McKenzieWho is Octavius Valentine Catto? #philadelphia's First Black Martyr who also worked with Frederick Douglass. Dr. Nilgun Anadolu-Okur joins the The Neoliberal Round Podcast and YouTube Channel to talk about two major figures in African American History struggle for freedom and economic prosperity; Octavius Valentine Catto and Harriet Tubman and two important events coming up to remember them: Saturday October 5th 2025 at 11:00 AM, commemorating and laying of the wreaths at the Octavius Valentine Catto Monument, and February 19th, 2025 the Underground Railroad Conference honoring Tubman. Dr. Anadolu talks about these influential black heroes and the events coming up. Dr. Okur...2024-09-2824 minThe NeoLiberal RoundHighlight 0:00 - 4:39 from The Neoliberal Round by Renaldo Mckenzie is live! in Germantown
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The NeoLiberal RoundHarris V Trump News Round-Up with Twin Brothers Renaldo and Ricardo McKenzie on The Neoliberal RoundWho won the Presidential Debate between Harris and Trump? twin brothers Ricardo and Renaldo McKenzie critique ABC News' recent Presidential debate between VP Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump. The Show begins with Ricardo, Senior Contributor and VP of Business Development of The Neoliberal Round and The Neoliberal Corporation, discussing what went wrong at the debate, which candidate he thought excelled, and ABC's inability to control Trump who spoke for several minutes more than Harris. Host and Producer at The Neoliberal #renaldomckenzie engages with a powerful and passionate reply about how politicians hide details to trick the voting...2024-09-1425 min
The NeoLiberal RoundAre Bail Reform Laws Causing Violent Crime to Go Up or Down? Feat Ken W. Good with Renaldo MckenzieDESCRIPTION: Attorney Ken W Good joins the show to discuss bail reform and its efficacy given the conflicting data surrounding Bail Reform and whether it is effective in minimizing recidivism and reducing crime. Some studies show that Bail Reform is effective while others suggest the opposite. Ken has been on several mainstream and independent news shows such as Fox, MSNBC, and several podcasts talking about bail reform and has his podcast exploring bail reform. Today we go toe-to-toe talking about bail reform and its efficacy. The Show was inspired by Elliott Chang of MediaVista Public Relations who helped to...2024-08-2543 minThe NeoLiberal RoundShort Stories Part 3 Darryl Plays Guitar in The City on The Neoliberal Round by Renaldo McKenzieWhile walking through Center Square in City Hall Philly, we heard a beautiful sound. As we approached the direction of the sound we saw a gentlemen playing on guitar. In this short story episode, we share a bit of his sound and get his name, Darryl, who said he plays weekly in city hall. People were catching the vibes and enjoying the music as he played. You can catch him in the city playing in the city hall yard of Philly.
This is part 3 of Short Stories. Check previous short stories where we showcase artists showcasing their...2024-08-1501 min
The NeoLiberal RoundTrailer Excerpt to The Renaldo McKenzie Interview by Wendy Aris of Berkshire Hall and Epping PressThis is an 8-minute trailer excerpt of a recent interview by Wendy Aris of the Dis A Fimi History Podcast who interviewed #theneoliberalround Creator and Host The Neoliberal Round Podcast Professor of Caribbean Thought at Jamaica Theological Seminary and Author of #Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance (Now available in any format and in audio via the Audible https://www.audible.com/pd/B099LFCD79/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-267926&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_267926_rh_us)
Renaldo talks about his #research "Exploring Attitudes Towards Afro-Caribbean Beliefs and Traditions": Read more via https://www.researchgate.net/publication/372364213_Exploring...2024-07-2008 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 11: The Paradox of Sovereignty by Prof Renaldo C, McKenzieWhat is the difference between Haiti and Cuba and the other Caribbean Islands such as Jamaica and Barbados?
In today's Lecture, we begin by asking the students to provide an answer from several options. The activity provided a vital introduction to the topic, exploring the paradox of sovereignty. The Lecture is part of a course at Jamaica Theological Seminary https://jts.edu.jm and a Lecture series by The Neoliberal Corporation , https://theneoliberal.com. The students in the class are taking the course via zoom from all over the world.
The Lecture is delivered by...2024-07-141h 08
The NeoLiberal RoundA Reading Of The Preface From Oppenheimer's Book: The Rise And Fall Of The Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee
Martin Oppenheimer has a new book out. It is entitled "The Rise And Fall Of The Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee," published in April 2024. The book is an expert analysis of SNCC's history from its inception to now. With a deep understanding of protest movements in America, and his work as a Sociologist and Professor at Rutgers, Penn, and Lincoln University over the years, and his research and works on the State of Modern Society, he was able to provide an erudite analysis, combining history with reality. Recently, there have been several student protests on university campuses against the Israel-Palestinian...2024-05-2414 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Final Lecture Semester 2 2024 by Rev. Renaldo McKenzieIn today's final Lecture at Jamaica Theological Seminary for the course "Caribbean Thought," Professor, Renaldo C. McKenzie presented the following:
1. Closing Thoughts - Learning is memorable when it is monumental....
2. Overview of Caribbean currents, trends, thinkers, and influences - From Arawaks to Africans to Frantz Fanon and Beyond.
3. Reviewing the Journey - Exploring the Caribbean Thought Exam.
4. Explored the Question: Should Theology Transcend Culture?" Essay by Professor, Renaldo McKenzie: The relationship between theology and culture is a complex and multifaceted one, with scholars and practitioners offering differing perspectives on whether theology...2024-05-063h 58
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Prey and the Predator: Understanding Human and Animal Responses to Conflict, by Renaldo McKenzieThe NeoLiberal - In the complex and fraught arena of conflict, the dynamics between predator and prey often mirror those seen in the natural world. When attacked and cornered, the instinctive responses of fright, flight,
or fight come to the fore. This fundamental survival mechanism, ingrained in both humans and animals, shapes the course of conflicts and wars.
On October 7th, 2023, the world witnessed a tragic
escalation of violence as Hamas launched a deadly attack on Israel, resulting in the loss of hundreds of Israeli lives. Hamas justified this action as resistance to occupation and years of...2024-05-0313 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 12 The Challenge of Development SA, Corruption and Blame Semester 2 2024This penultimate lecture by #renaldomckenzie for the course, Caribbean Thought Jamaica Theological Seminary last week's film, "Life and Debt" was reviewed and discussed briefly. The students discussed the film's impact on their analysis of the #caribbean's socioeconomic history with the Lecturer.
Note: #textbook: "Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance," will be
The class then break to watch a short interview about #trinibad which was premiering on The NeoLiberal Round YouTube channel. Prof. McKenzie discussed this new music genre in the Caribbean and commented on black Israelites.
In the final 20 minutes of the video, we discuss Corruption in the...2024-05-0258 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 10 (Full Session) at Jamaica Theological Seminary by Prof Renaldo McKenzie
The question may arise, as it relates to the course and what we are contending for, why are we focussed on Haiti? Every time I teach the course the focus is different, yet the conclusions are almost identical. This semester focuses on Haiti, as a case study when studying the Caribbean position in the world today and the currents that have led to its invention as we contend for a reinvented Caribbean in the 21st century.
The Lecture begins by analyzing the course and why we are focussing on Haiti by highlighting the idea behind the textbook which is...2024-04-163h 00
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Crisis Deepens in Haiti Featuring Fr. Hyvenson Josephs with Renaldo McKenzie Pt.1 (Full Episode)(Full Episode) Breaking News and Update on the Haitian Crisis: We interviewed Fr. Hyvenson Josephs, an Episcopalian Priest, Professor and Haitian American, on the situation in Haiti. The dialogue was quite revealing going deeper into the crisis and providing updates and clarification on the news surrounding the #prisonbreak and #arielhenry exile and some recent developments on the Gangs and the Police taking over the airports to prevent the Installed Prime Minister Dr. Ariel Henri returning to the island.
Moreover, Fr. Joseph corrected earlier reports that 80 % of prisoners had escaped; indicating that 98 % of the prisoners escaped from three of the...2024-03-081h 05
The NeoLiberal RoundHonoring Visionaries of the Year: Sheldon McKenzie's Fight Against Leukemia
In a world filled with challenges, it takes visionaries to step up and make a difference. Meet Sheldon McKenzie, a shining example of dedication and compassion, nominated as a candidate for the 2024 NYC Visionaries of the Year. Sheldon's journey is not just about personal achievement but about honoring the memory of his beloved grandmother and contributing to a cause close to his heart - the fight against leukemia.
The year 2022 marked a significant loss for Sheldon as he bid farewell to his grandmother, who succumbed to leukemia. This heartbreaking experience became a catalyst for Sheldon's deep involvement in raising...2024-02-2810 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 6: Caribbean as part of Black Americas History: Tracing our HistoryIn Lecture 6 at the Jamaica Theological Seminary, we continue to explore Caribbean History but as part of the American American experience and the Pan-African experience. We picked up from Lecture 5 sharing a voice-over lecture where Renaldo interact and narrates a material about Caribbean History and DNA. The Lecture then explored the comparative differences between the Caribbean islands and began to discuss the independence and freedoms of black peoples in the Caribbean and the diaspora as an experience that connects the post-colonial peoples in the new world. We utilized a video which features C.L.R James a West Indian...2024-02-203h 04
The NeoLiberal RoundExploring Attitudes Towards Afro-Caribbean Beliefs Part 2 by Prof. Renaldo McKenzie at Jamaica Theological SeminaryThis culminates the Lecture exploring the changing attitudes towards Afro-Caribbean Beliefs at Jamaica Theological Seminary on July 23, 2023. Renaldo provided a powerful climax to the lecture exploring Caribbean Theology and the need to value Caribbean traditions of any influence. The Lecture delivered via the Zoom platform was dynamic and is infused with African drums, reggae music, and classical music in the backgrounds with added images and videos in the background to enhance your listening/viewing experience.
Prof. McKenzie discusses with his class the importance and parameters of the study that is being conducted.
Abstract:
Research Plan: On Valuing African Identity...2024-02-181h 55
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought and Theology: Lecture Exploring Jamaican Afro-Caribbean Beliefs Part 1
This Lecture was delivered by Renaldo McKenzie at Jamaica Theological Seminary for the course Caribbean Theology on July 13, 2023. He provided an overview of Jamaican Afro-Caribbean Beliefs and introduced a study exploring the changing attitudes towards Afro-Caribbean Beliefs.
The research is also available in The NeoLiberal Journals at theneoliberal.com and in Renaldo McKenzie's Research Lab at Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/372364213_Exploring_Changing_Attitudes_towards_Afro-Caribbean_Beliefs_in_JamaicaCaribbean_A_Study_of_Socio-Political_Religious_and_Cultural_Influences
Rev. Renaldo McKenzie is author of Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance, and the upcoming book, Neoliberal Globalization Reconsidered...2024-02-171h 17
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 4 by Prof. Renaldo McKenzie at Jamaica Theological Seminary: Critical ThinkingWhat is Critical Thinking, and why is it essential to the reflection in Caribbean Thought? This week's lecture Topic: Conceptualizing the Course: Critical Thinking and its importance to studying the Caribbean.
Consider:
A. What Is the Caribbean, and What is the socio-economic context? The Caribbean is an invention of the 20th century? Dependency, Uncompetitive, Developing, Paradise, Poverty, Black and Brown, “Prenetratable”.
B. Where is the Caribbean, and are the Caribbean People American? Part of the “New World”
C. What is Critical Thinking and how is it important to studying Caribbean Thought? Caribbean as an Invention.
D. Do we have any Urba...2024-02-042h 36
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 3, 1.26.2024 by Prof. Renaldo McKenzie: The Course Outline and AssertionsIn today's Lecture, exploring the Course and its assertions, Professor Renaldo McKenzie asks a fundamental question that raises a vital observation briefly explored in this lecture. It begins to analyze the Caribbean post-independent experience and the black/brown position in the world today.
We begin by reviewing the course outline, highlighting that Caribbean Thought explores diverse currents that have come to define the Caribbean. We presented the main themes and began considering: The Paradox of Sovereignty: Cuba and Haiti's Struggle for Freedom and the Challenge of Development (Chapter Excerpt).
By Rev. Renaldo McKenzie, Author of NeoLiberal Globalization...2024-01-292h 59
The NeoLiberal RoundWhat's Your Story Part 3 Featuring The Hottest Cambodian A.K.A. ChinoChino is a dynamic Rapper with a fantastic sound and story. A first-generation Cambodian, he declares he is representing all Asians as the Hottest. He may seem ahead of himself with this declaration, but when you listen to his music, there is no denying it: he is the hottest Cambodian, one of the hottest young rappers I have heard, with a great sound.
At first, he appeared Latino, but then he said he was Cambodian, which sounded like an African country. I asked him if that was where Joel Embiid was from. He laughed...2024-01-1924 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCastro Declares Innocence to Federal Tax Charges on The Neoliberal Round"I did nothing wrong! We took corrective action. It's all a bunch of B.S.," John Anthony Castro, said via phone with Renaldo McKenzie, responding to his indictment and subsequent arrest on federal tax charges.
John A. Castro responded to his arrest and indictment on Federal tax Charges by the Internal Revenue Service. Castro spoke with Renaldo McKenzie of The NeoLiberal Round Podcast and The NeoLiberal Journals at #TheNeoLiberalCorporation, clarifying the issues surrounding the indictment and asserting that he may have been the target of those who want to discredit him given his Presidential bid and lawsuit against Donald...2024-01-1821 min
The NeoLiberal RoundWhat's Your Story? Part 2 Featuring Ray and Shauna JacksonRay and Shauna Jackson share how they are navigating challenges in life to set up a brighter future for themselves and their children. On this second installment of The NeoLiberal Round Podcast: "What's Your Story?" A couple discusses their hopes of becoming successful poets and Screenwriters for Kid movies and films with Renaldo McKenzie, Host of The NeoLiberal Round Podcast.
Renaldo also discusses his story to encourage the couple in their endeavors, as it has not been easy for Renaldo McKenzie and The NeoLiberal Corporation, a grassroots think tank, digital news and social media...2024-01-1517 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCastro V Trump Part 6 feat. John A Castro, PlaintiffJohn Anthony Castro predicts that the US Supreme Court will upheld the lower courts ruling in Colorado to bar Trump from running gin that State. Castro rejoins the The NeoLiberal Round Podcast for the 6th installment episode of the series. Castro V Trump, where he has several lawsuits since 2022 challenging Trump's eligibility to run as President on the basis that Trump violated section 3 of the 14th ammendment. On this episode, Castro provided updates on his Lawsuits in Florida, Arizona and New Hampshire, and made some insightful conclusions about the ruling in Colorado which Trump has appealed and is currently...2024-01-1056 min
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Ultimate Plan: For us to be Truly UnitedThis New Year, let us become truly united, and to do so we may at the example of Jesus Christ as told in the Christian Bible of the Ultimate Sacrifice to give up oneself for the other.
We begin 2024 with Easter, although Easter is weeks away, it is still appropriate to begin there given the crisis of humanity in the world today. There are wars and rumors of wars, hatred and disdain for each other. We cannot accept one another and have become inundated with selfish desires that give no credence to that which is external to us.
But...2024-01-0610 min
The NeoLiberal RoundWhat's Your Story? Part 1 Featuring Rapper "Cozier Cam"Podcast and Chill: Hip Hop Artiste Cameron Edward shares his music, passions, dreams, inspiration and the reason behind his move from San Diego to Philadelphia with Renaldo McKenzie on the first installment of The NeoLiberal Round Podcast's new Series entitled: "What's Your Story?" Cameron AKA "Cozier Cam: podcast and chill with Renaldo on the show which was quite interesting and cathartic. Cameron @coziercam1990 says San Diego is a Millennial city that he enjoys but had to leave as he became a father a year ago.
This episode starts with a response from Cozy in "Rap", after Renaldo as...2023-12-2923 min
The NeoLiberal RoundA Dynamic Reading of "Neoliberalism" by Author Renaldo McKenzieAuthor Renaldo McKenzie narrates and passionately discusses his book Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance, (Neoliberalism) published in 2021 by Palmetto Publishing and The NeoLiberal Corporation. With the aide of background music, interludes and enhanced graphics, Renaldo reads with intensity and dynamism using humor at times, current issues and stories to stitch together an intricately unique narration of a section chapter in the book, going off script at times to discuss current themes and events that supports his read.
Renaldo also discusses immigration, global justice GJM, BLM, Caribbean Economy US Politics and the issue of power, privilege, position and...2023-12-2818 min
The NeoLiberal RoundIs Violence a "Sin"?The NeoLiberal Blogs - Violence that seeks to do any type of physical harm towards hurt is a "sin". It's an attack against the highest ethic and command: The right to life/thou shalt not kill! Nowadays, we refer to this break from the will of God as unethical or immoral; in sacred terms, the actors are sinners or using the profanus, amoral.
Physical harm is a type of violence that threatens the -sanctity & rights to life. It's an attack against life and The Ultimate (God, Allah, Jehovah, Yahweh, I, The Divine, Essence of...2023-12-1925 min
The NeoLiberal RoundMeet The Author of "Neoliberalism," Renaldo C. McKenzieThis is a Re-Make of "Wrap and Interview Session About #Neoliberalism & the Author Renaldo McKenzie, G-Town Radio 92.9wggt-lp3 in Philly," with Host Thomas of the North East Check In Show. We updated remade the show adding background music, sound effects captions and improved video formatting, utilizing Clipchamp 4k-UHD video format.
The original video is available our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/CI7nPozF6X8?si=ONzFvXQay83-4xni published one year ago. Subscribe to The NeoLiberal Round by Renaldo McKenzie YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/@RenaldoMckenzie
Renaldo talks about his book published in 2021 which was reviewed as an erudite...2023-12-1726 min
The NeoLiberal RoundPreviewing The Family Podcast - Trailer to The McKenzie'sThis is the season for family, fun and fellowship. The NeoLiberal Round will honor this time by producing and sharing new content that promote this thrust. As such, we are previewing a new podcast series in short trailers entitled: The Family Podcast. The first episodes/trailers will feature the McKenzie Family, hosted by Renaldo McKenzie and cos-hosted by Ricardo McKenzie who engaged several family members highlighted on the podcast episode. This episode trailer was shot on location in Ft. Lauderdale Florida and Lauderhill Florida.
The Family Podcast Series is a production of The Neoliberal...2023-12-0803 min
The NeoLiberal RoundBonus: Meditation: Inspirational Music and Words of Encouragement"Open the eyes of my Heart, Lord" is a powerful song of inspiration that may help to heal, inspire or facilitate reflection and solitude. It has been a rough year for many. and it continues to be for many more. One gentlemen stopped for a chat while walking his dog this morning on my street, a next door neighbor. It was calm and peaceful morning with birds chirping. He was wearing a hoodie and had a small dog. I was out for a stroll and we greeted each other and then he lunged in with words that he could...2023-12-0507 min
The NeoLiberal RoundSunday Vibes: Thanksgiving and Inspiration with The McKenzie FamilyThis episode is unique and different in every kind of way. We are in Florida for several events which we produced into several short episodes. The occasion marked the appreciation for The Rev. Bishop Lipton McKenzie who was celebrating 35 years in ministry. We had a chance to have members of the NeoLiberal Family share a rendition in music by Lisa, Tiasia, Ricardo and Renaldo McKenzie, which we captured and included on this episode. I also met up with The Bishop, my uncle and a General Overseer of the National Church of God in Florida. He was also the President...2023-12-0305 min
The NeoLiberal RoundBonus: Will I Make it? A Prayer Song in BaritoneThe Prayer Song for Endurance "Will I make it?" Sung in BaritoneWritten and produced by Renaldo McKenzieDated: October 28, 0223, Revised and updated October 30th, 2023.Published by The NeoLiberal Round by Renaldo McKenzie Podcast and The NeoLiberal Corporation.anchor.fm/theneoliberaltheneoliberal.com andrenaldocmckenzie.com
Soundtrack Instrumental mix: Orchestra Sounds byRenaldo McKenzie
Lyrics by Renaldo McKenzie:
It's #alternativemusic mix with a raw and raunchy sound with orchestral sounds to enhance the dramatic yet inspirational atmosphere t...2023-10-3002 min
The NeoLiberal RoundEmbracing Diversity in Spiritual Interpretation on The NeoLiberal Round by Renaldo McKenzieIn this latest podcast, I present a recent article published in The NeoLiberal Journals entitled: Embracing Diversity in Spiritual Interpretation. The article is also part of my reflections from my Doctoral studies at Georgetown University looking at Power, Privilege, Position and Status, and the Foundations of Knowledge and Hegemony of Faith. Further, we are conducting a study on changing attitudes towards Afro-Caribbean beliefs. This is important to the discussions concerning diversity which must begin with interfaith unity and how we interpret divine revelation. In Western societies and especially in the Americas there has always been this penchant to promote...2023-09-1223 min
The NeoLiberal RoundInspirational Hymn Music: "Here I Am" by Renaldo McKenzie on The NeoLiberal Round Podcast
Here I am, Lord (instrumental with Vocal by Renaldo McKenzie)
Here I am, Lord, Instrumental included from @EmmausMusic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pT2N_BWVfSw.
Original Music by © 1981, Daniel L Schutte, New Dawn Music.
Lyrics:
Stanza 1:
I, the Lord of sea and sky,
I have heard my people cry.
All who dwell in dark and sin my hand will save.
I, who made the stars of night, I will make their darkness bright.
Who will bear my light to them? Whom shall I send?
Chorus
Here I am, Lord.
Is it I, Lord?
I have heard you cal...2023-08-2705 min
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Pitch with Donte Nelson As Host and Renaldo as Guest: The NeoLiberal is 2 Years Old, Support Us!The Neoliberal Corporation is celebrating two years and as such we are kicking off our Fund Raising and Capital Campaign Fund Raising Drive. We did a special presentation on the Podcast in audio and video available on all our podcast feeds and @YouTube channel to share our story, plans, projects, reach, challenges, goals and garner support to realize our vision to serve the world today to solve tomorrow’s challenges by making popular what was the monopoly. Donte Nelson hosts the show for the first time, interviewing Renaldo McKenzie, the President and Founder of the Corporation and host and crea...2023-08-091h 05
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lectures: Walter Rodney's Struggles in Guyana & Exploring Afro-Caribbean Beliefs
Prof. Renaldo McKenzie delivered a powerful final Lecture in Caribbean Thought that was climactic at Jamaica Theological Seminary, exploring Walter Rodney's Struggle for Democracy in Guyana exploring how this struggle for democracy and independence continues even today throughout postcolonial countries of the global south. Rev. McKenzie explained that Walter Rodney, a renowned historian and socialist from Guyana, was not only known for his academic work but also as a political leader. He was an active member of the Working People's Alliance (WPA) and a critic of the authoritarian Forbes Burnham dictatorship. Burnham, though claiming to be socialist, maintained a...2023-07-232h 28
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture Series on 7.10.2023: Unraveling the Complexities of Caribbean Nations: A Historical ExplorationThis video is a recording of a Lecture for the course Caribbean Thought at Jamaica Theological Seminary presented on July 10th, 2023, by Rev. Renaldo McKenzie, Adjunct Lecturer at Jamaica Theological Seminary and Doctoral Candidate at Georgetown University. The Lecture began with Relative Deprivation before the Lecturer shared a personal testimony, prayed for a student who was absent due to illness and undergoing an operation. The Lecture then continued with the playing of a video and discussing the issue of The Law is Not a Shackle a statement by former PM of Jamaica P.J. Patterson. Renaldo was elaborating on...2023-07-212h 47
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 7 ft. Brian Concannon on CARICOM and Haiti at Jamaica Theological SeminaryThis was a powerful Lecture session. Caribbean Thought Lecture 7: Independence and Democracy in The Caribbean: Haiti, A Case Study
Institution: Jamaica Theological Seminary
Professor: Renaldo McKenzie, Adjunct Lecturer
Seminary Guest Presenter: Brian Concannon, Human Rights Attorney and Executive Director of the Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti Date: 6.28.2023
Background on Context on Haiti’s situation and crisis and the need for Caribbean and international support to restore democracy:
Format for the Lecture:
1. Introduction and Welcome by Professor Renaldo McKenzie
2. Article Summaries: Providing background context on Haiti's situation and crisis
3. Presentation by Brian Concannon, Executive Director of th...2023-07-012h 20
The NeoLiberal RoundBreaking News on The NeoLiberal Round: Castro V Trump Part 4, Ft. John A. Castro, PlaintiffIn this episode of the series, Castro reports that Judge Aileen Cannon has dismissed the case ruling that he lacks "standing and therefore the court does not have jurisdiction." However, Castro reveals that this was one outcome that was expected as the plan was to appeal all the way to the US Supreme Court. In fact, he broke the news that he has already filed an appeal at the 11th circuit court this past Monday June 26th, 2023, and that he anticipates a ruling by the end of September 2023. Whatever the ruling, the case is sure to head to the...2023-06-2955 min
The NeoLiberal RoundBonus: "God Is Good" Remix Music by Renaldo McKenzie with Donte Nelson on IntroToday is Sunday and we provide a bonus musical performance, God Is Good, to inspire and encourage. Lyrics by Jonathan McReynolds, vocals and music by Renaldo McKenzie with Donte Nelson on intro.
Lyrics:
May your struggles keep you near the crossAnd may your troubles show that you need GodAnd may your battles end the way they shouldAnd may your bad days prove that God is goodAnd may your whole life prove that God is goodSee, may your struggles keep you near the crossAnd...2023-06-2502 minThe NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Summer Lecture 6: The Complexities of Cultural Identity and Global CitizenshipIntroduction: The concept of cultural identity and global citizenship raises important questions about individual and collective perceptions.
Renaldo Mckenzie explores the challenges faced by minority elites in post-colonial nations in defending their local cultures while seeking justice through multicultural citizenship.
Key Terms: Cultural Identity: Refers to the sense of belonging and identification with a particular culture or group.
Global Citizenship: Implies being an active member of the global community and recognizing the interconnectedness of the world.
Enlightenment: The philosophical movement emphasizing reason, rationality, and the pursuit of knowledge and progress.
Cosmopolitanism: Embracing a global perspective and recognizing the diversity...2023-06-232h 47
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Summer Semester Lecture 5: Urban Indian Heritage Society Revisits W.I. HeritageOn this Juneteenth, we reflect on and commemorate the Emancipation Proclamation in the United States. Reverend Renaldo McKenzie opened the lecture by acknowledging the significance of this day and shared a post emphasizing the importance of reflecting on the emancipation of slavery, which led to universal suffrage and human rights in the US, on this Juneteenth. He also drew attention to the ongoing struggle for these same rights in Haiti and urged the audience to sign the petition for Haiti, advocating for a Haitian-led solution against foreign interference.
The lecture commenced with a focus on the Urban Indian Heritage...2023-06-212h 33
The NeoLiberal RoundBreaking News: CYS CUAs Abandoned by Social Service Agencies over Impasse with DHS
Coming up Later on The Podcast: Breaking News: Social service organizations that operate the Community Umbrella Agencies (CUAs) are at an impasse with the Department of Human Services (DHS) in Philadelphia; the government's super agency that oversees and fund the CYS programs.
In fact, some social service organizations are abandoning their CUA programs over an insurance requirement which the CUA's can't meet given limited funding and recent legal claims that they must pay out.
One agency chief said: "we're giving up the CUAs as of August 2023...We can't afford the i...2023-06-1809 min
The NeoLiberal RoundLectures in Caribbean Thought Summer Semester Week 1: Conceptualizing the Course and Exploring Critical Thinking On June 7th, 2023, at Jamaica Theological Seminary: Critical thinking in Caribbean Thought: What Is the Caribbean and What is the socio-economic context? the Caribbean is an invention of the 20th century. Where is the Caribbean and are the Caribbean people Americans? What is Critical Thinking and how is it important to the study of Caribbean Thought? Do we have any Urban Indian Heritages in the Caribbean?
Important Themes/Topics/Contributors: Immigration Subaltern/History from Below Misclassified Urban Indians - Dependent Capitalism – Renaldo McKenzie, Democratic Socialism – Keith and Novella Nelson, Neoliberal Globalization/ Strategy. Franz Fanon/Homi Bhabha, Bob Marl...2023-06-123h 25
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Secrets to Unlocking Divine Intervention (Rough Draft)The Neoliberal Corporation May 23 - Title: Unlocking Divine Intervention: Unveiling the Secrets: Summary: In this episode of The Neoliberal Round with Renaldo McKenzie, we explore the concept of divine intervention and its practical applications in our lives. Renaldo shares personal stories and insights that shed light on the ways in which prayer and faith can unlock God's intervention. Drawing from his experiences as a former pastor and theologian, Renaldo emphasizes the importance of understanding God's plans and the greater purposes behind His interventions.
We begin with a powerful encounter Renaldo had while walking down Musgrave Street in...2023-06-1119 min
The NeoLiberal RoundThe NeoLiberal Round's CASTRO V TRUMP SERIES PART 3, Ft. John A. Castro, with Host, Renaldo McKenzie
#BreakingNews: ➤ John Anthony Castro is suing #donaldtrump over his role in the #january6insurrection. #StewartRhodes has been convicted of #seditiousconspiracy and sentenced to 18 years in prison by a Federal Judge #amitmehta for his role in the #January6insurrection or attack against the capital. While he didn't participate directly in the violence, he played a pivotal role in sparking it and encouraged others. This is no different from what #JohnAnthonyCastro, main plaintiff and US 2024 GOP Presidential Candidate is arguing and suing #DonaldTrump over in the #CastroVTrump Lawsuit. As such, this may provide some jurisdiction, precedence and a legal argument in hi...2023-05-2752 min
The NeoLiberal RoundMentoring: How to Invest Yourself in Others Presented by Rev. Renaldo McKenzieMentoring is a relational experience when one invests their talent and resources in another so as to empower others to reproduce in others what has been produced in them. It is part of succession planning for organizations but also families, cultures and life in general. While being mentored by Rev. Courtney Richards, head of RENEWED, a leadership, discipleship and international missions' movement, I was introduced to the concept and experience of mentoring. This was about 22 years ago while I was living and studying in Jamaica at The Jamaica Theological Seminary. Since then, evolved from RENEWED but continued to empower...2023-05-2252 min
The NeoLiberal Round"I Can't Do No More Funerals," Big Girl Diva on Philly, Gun Violence and The Mayor's RaceBig Girl Diva is willing to have the Military come in to deal with the rising Gun Violence in Philadelphia. Vetta has lost several family members in just three years to gun Violence. Just recently, she lost a niece who succumbed to 13-gun shots in North-East Philadelphia, and in 2021 she lost a 22-year-old nephew who was coming home from school and then his oldest sister was also killed, shot in the back coming from school. It's no wonder that Vetta suggested that the mayor's focus on curbing gun Violence. She even seemed resigned to frustration and is fed up...2023-05-0519 min
The NeoLiberal RoundAI Revolution: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Industries by Statista with Commentary by Renaldo McKenzieA blistering report by the team @Statista on #ai revolution: How artificial intelligence is transforming industries and reshaping the world and our futures. The webinar team organized this event, and we were able to part of it and decided to share it with permission of the team at Statista. Shout out to the team @ #statista for their cutting-edge research and data/reporting especially on this revolutionary issue.
This is a production of The Neoliberal Round by Renaldo McKenzie.
https://anchor.fm/theneoliberal.
We are serving the world today to solve tomorrow's challenges, by making popular what was the monopoly.
...2023-05-011h 14
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Kelvin Cochrane Interview on 4/20 with Renaldo McKenzieToday is 4/20 and we had a drive and wrap session with Rock n Roller Kelvin Cochrane. Who is Kelvin Cochrane? Kelvin is the creator of the Sand Castle Fun Company based in Philadelphia PA. He is an English-American (rock and roll) musician (Singer, songwriter and guitarist/percussionist etc.) He has been living the life of the itinerant/cardinal music artiste extraordinaire. I met up with him in Philadelphia and we wrap about his life on the Isle of White in England and learned about his greatest inspiration and music. He even ended by sharing a piece of his music...2023-04-2116 min
The NeoLiberal RoundEaster Reflections: Jesus said, "Father Forgive Them For they do not Know."As we reflect on Easter, I mashed together various short videos to provide this dynamic easter podcast production. As we serve the world today to solve tomorrow's challenges, making popular what was the monopoly, it is important that we provide programming that is part of the solution. As such we understand that conditioning the human conscience with content that considers inspirational matters by celebrating our faith experience may help to rescues humanity and the wonton secularism that pervades. Not that we are against liberalism and securalism, but we believe that the marriage is important to keep us from destroying...2023-04-0917 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCastro V Trump Series Part 2 Ft. John A. Castro, Plaintiff
There is an active and unprecedented case that is before the US District court involving Mr. John Anthony Castro, Plaintiff, and US 2024 Presidential Candidate who is suing Trump on the basis that Trump provided comfort to the January 6th insurrectionists which is a violation of section 3 of the 14th amendment. The case if successful will bar Mr. Trump from being running in the 2024 Presidential elections. In part 1 we provided background to the case and discussed Trump's motion to dismiss and Castro's efforts to recuse Judge Aileen Cannon who is the presiding Judge and is obstructing the suit and seem...2023-04-0529 min
The NeoLiberal RoundBonus: Gospel Music: Falling in Love With Jesus by Renaldo McKenzie and Nate BlackmonWe break from the usual news, politics and academia to provide music of inspiration in this Bonus Episode: Renaldo McKenzie and Nate Blackmon (on piano) sing gospel - Falling in Love with Jesus - in Newark at a benefit dinner in December 2009. This was previously published in my YouTube channel, The Neoliberal Round by Renaldo McKenzie in 2009 and was not available on Audio podcast until now. This is available in video and audio on Spotify and YouTube and now on all audio streams that provides The Neoliberal Round Podcast.
Visit us at https://anchor.fm/theneoliberal. Subscribe...2023-03-1603 minThe NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 7 Part B: American PoliticsDoes Section 13 number 1 of the US Constitution, the Amendment that abolishes slavery, provide a loophole for slavery to continue today? This is Part B of Caribbean Thought Lecture 7: American Politics, with a special presentation by John Anthony Castro, US 2024 Presidential Candidate, Attorney, Legal Scholar, President of AI Tax and Castro and Company, a First Generation American who has worked hard from nothing to now a multi-millionaire, and challenging Trump a former US President. Mr. Castro engaged the students on a range of topics regarding American Politics and policy, the Constitution, Globalization, American Penetration, Strategy, and his candidacy and position...2023-03-062h 30
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Interview with the Author of "Purpose Through the Pain," T. L. Jackson on The Neoliberal RoundAuthor T.L Jackson returns to the show to talk about her new book, "Purpose Through The Pain." In the studio was her uncle "Marvin," who joined in on the conversation, briefly, to talk about the book and how his uncle, T. L is his inspiration. He too has a powerful story that we will share on the show later. But T. L., talk about her inspiration for the book and how it differs from her first book, "I'm Not A Hypocrite, I'm Human." She begins this new book in 2021 talking about how she had to remove the masks...2023-02-2837 min
The NeoLiberal RoundBreaking News: Castro Challenges Trump's Suit to Dismiss Castro V. Trump, Citing PrecedenceUS 2024 Presidential Candidate John Anthony Castro rejoins The Neoliberal Round Podcast with Host, Renaldo McKenzie to provide some breaking news update on Castro V Trump, Mikki Haley's candidacy and why it seems as if the Media is snubbing him. John Castro provided some insightful comments on the following: 1. Why is the Media Snubbing you, are you running for President and are you Republican? 2. Why do you want Judge Eilleen Cannon to recuse herself from the CastroVTrump case? 3. Do you think Nikki Haley has any chance of securing the Republican nomination and becoming President? 4. Why was the suit against the F...2023-02-2543 min
The NeoLiberal RoundCaribbean Thought Lecture 6 Neoliberal Globalization and Nationalism: The Challenge of SA and Cinema: Life and DebtThis is the Full audio/Video Recording of Caribbean Thought Lecture 6 at The Jamaica Theological Seminary, Lectured by Rev. Renaldo C. McKenzie, Author of Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance. The Lecture is a continuation from Week 5 where we had asked: who determine this why revisit the past? This Lecture is entitled: Week 6: Neoliberal Globalization and Nationalism: The Challenge of Structural Adjustment in the Caribbean and Cinema as Resistance, looking at the film "Life and Debt" by Stephanie Black a film based on the book, A Small Place by Jamaica Kincaid about Antigua's struggles with structural adjustment after...2023-02-183h 18
The NeoLiberal RoundMy Drive With David an Old UPenn Alumni from GhanaI had a drive with David, who is originally from Ghana and attended the University of Pennsylvania in the early 2000s. He has been living in the US since 1973. He talked briefly about the experience of being the only black student in classes back then, and how he was seen as provocative as he challenged the material and his professors. He reminisced about the days when two dollars (US$2) per hour was enough. He reported that Ghana was progressing since their independence from the Brits and that many Jamaicans and African Americans currently reside and have businesses in Ghana...2023-02-0732 minThe NeoLiberal RoundBreaking News: Castro Vs. Trump, Castro Lawyers Delivered New Suit Against Trump At Mara-Lago Today Ft. John A. Castro#BreakingNews: Breaking News: Castro lawyers delivered suit to Donald J. Trump at his Mar-A-Lago residents today in Florida, which sets the stage for Castro V. Trump. Renaldo McKenzie of The Neoliberal Round, The Neoliberal Corporation, moments ago ended his interview with US 2024 Presidential Candidate, John Anthony Castro, and obtained this breaking news update concerning his Run for President and suit against #Trump. Castro lawyers delivered suit to #DonaldTrump at his Mar-A-Lago residents today in #Florida. The suit was filed in the US District Court, Palm Beach on January 6, 2023, which sets up Castro vs. Trump. Mr. Castro joins us today and...2023-01-2645 minThe NeoLiberal RoundReviewing Neoliberal Globalization Reconsidered by Renaldo McKenzie Ft. Prof. Dr. Martin OppenheimerWhat is the difference between Neoliberalism and Neo-Capitalism, if there's a difference? Secondly, is there any similarity between Neo-Capitalism and Psuedo-Communism? Thirdly, Is it fair to describe psuedo-communists as s a "cult of Marxism"? Fourthly, what's the difference between Russia and China? Which American President compares closely with Simon Bolivar? I sat down with Professor Emeritus Dr. Martin Oppenheimer to review and discuss my upcoming Book, on which he's a Contributor, Neoliberal Globalization Reconsidered, which is the second edition to Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance. This discussions here are academic and delve into global, geopolitical, social and social...2023-01-141h 10
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Interview with Donald "Ducky" Birts, and a Reading From his Book: The Risk Taker, Narrated by Renaldo McKenzie Part 2In the 1950s to the early 1960s many talented black basketball players never made it to the NBA or the ABA, where did they end up?
A. They played in independent leagues such as Rucker’s
B. They played in Independent Leagues such as Sonny Hill
C. They played in Independent Leagues such as Baker’s League
D. They played in Independent Leagues such as Future Leagues in Philly
E. All of the above
F. I do not know enough about that history to make a decision
Today, we continue the Podcast series sharing the sit down we had with Dona...2022-12-311h 25
The NeoLiberal RoundThe Prayer Station, YWAM Youths Share Faith, Prayer and Hot ChocolateThis is a Video and audio Podcast episode. The Video is only available on the Spotify platform or our YouTube channel. The audio is available on all platforms.
I met up with a group of young people in Center City Philadelphia, who had set up a prayer station in City Hall, offering prayers, sharing hot chocolate and their faith. In fact, I interviewed two of the young people present, Collin and Mckenna, who spent the time to talk with me about their own transformation experience, sharing their faith from a handbook. Importantly, we were reminded that Orthodox C...2022-12-0816 min
The NeoLiberal RoundBreaking News: Another Murder in Germantown Philadelphia, How Banks and Bookstores Perpetuate Poverty, COVID and Laziness at Work and HBO's House of the Dragon Ft. Ricardo McKenzie & Maurice SmithToday's episode comments on a Breaking News Story where assailants using an AK47 gunned down another black brother in Germantown Philadelphia. We explore the impact and causes of this and consider possible solutions to the rise in gun violence despite Biden's recent move to ban or limit AK-47s and the use of certain high powered weapons. But this killing seem to be a revenge shooting or one that involved a beef because of the way the shooting was done.
This episode is broken up into four main segments:
Segment 1: Breaking News: Another Murder in G...2022-09-1452 min
The NeoLiberal RoundI Could’ve Been A Usain Bolt Or A Serena Williams, But; Ft. Donté Nelson & My Twin Ricardo McKenzieQuestion: Do parenting & society’s use of problematic philosophy & bad theology prevent personal growth & perpetuate resentment/estrangement in kids as they grow up to be adults? Today’s episode is quite powerful, ethnographic and esoteric, entitled “I could’ve been a Usain Bolt or like a Serena Williams but….” The episode features my twin brother Ricardo Mckenzie and Co-Producer/host Donte Nelson and of course Renaldo McKenzie, Your host. We went deep looking at issues of success as it is affected by ineffective parenting and society; raising and exploring the question: how poverty/parenting/society’s institutions use of problematic philosophy and...2022-09-0733 minThe NeoLiberal RoundThe Sit Down With Renaldo McKenzie & Donte Nelson on Writing, Learning, Pragmatist Dilemmas & FaithLearning is a lifelong process. Studies show that students were successful when they utilized varied and more effective learning strategies in their learning. What is your learning strategy and why, and how would you incorporate more learning strategies in your learning? Secondly, What teaching strategy do you incorporate in your teaching to facilitate students uniqueness? This episode, inspired and co-produced by co-host, Donte Nelson, explores these questions and more in relation to college and learning success. The Episode is broken up in Four Segments: 1. The Introduction; 2. The Sit Down; 3. Learning Strategies for Learning Success written by D. Nelson, Edited and...2022-09-0749 min
The NeoLiberal RoundDoes Biden’s Student Loan Debt-Relief Go Far Enough? Are the GOP Pharisaical? Ft. Ricardo McKenziePresident Joe Biden announced Wednesday he will provide $20,000 in debt relief to Pell Grant recipients and $10,000 for many other borrowers.
Question: Does the student loan debt relief go far enough to relief a crippling middle class? And are the GOP hypocritical, as many have received MILLIONS IN PPP loans that were forgiven? My twin brother join me on this episode to explore this. Ricardo is a senior executive at Flatrate Moving an International logistics, transportation, storage and moving company based in NYC. Ricardo is also the Chairman of McKenzie and McKenzie and an executive board member of the Neoliberal Corporation who...2022-08-2736 minThe NeoLiberal RoundBonus: The Anniversary Video Episode Featuring Sheldon McKenzie with Renaldo McKenzieThis is the neoliberal round podcast! Today we are one year old, and to mark our anniversary, Sheldon McKenzie interviewed me about the podcast and the neoliberal corporation and explored what next with the podcast and the company. We published our first podcast on the anchor platform entitled: “prelude to the beginning,” on July 17th, 2021. We have since published 75 audio episodes with a few bonus video shows that’s available on the Spotify platform. We are a news commentary podcast that is all about making popular what was the monopoly which is the aim of communication as we seek to serve...2022-07-1744 min
The NeoLiberal RoundStreet Vibe-Pulse of The Street: Interview with J & I Share Tips on How To Ace An Exam.Today is street vibe, pulse of the street I did a podcast interview episode Street Vibe where I Interviewed a young man in Philadelphia I called J for anonymity On the Difficulties of Realizing Life’s Goals and I Share Tips on How To Ace An Exam. This is where we engaged the streets and strike up conversations with people in communities about their life, stories challenges or successes. It’s anthropological at best, deep and very revealing. We bring the local to the global.
This Street Vibe interview comes on the heels of an upcoming interview The Neoliberal Corporation will...2022-04-2722 minThe NeoLiberal RoundSeries on Privilege, Power, Position & Secrets To Unlocking Divine Intervention” By Renaldo McKenzieThis is the first in a series on “Privilege, Power, Position & Secrets To Unlocking Divine Intervention.” By Renaldo McKenzie, the title of a book project he’s working in. He begins this episode by playing a song “God is Good,” by Jonathan McReynolds. Then he begins by sharing a real life personal testimony. He then transitions into the topic by questioning his own interpretation of that experience but then highlight that any experience should not be objectified and universalized as it’s a perspective but a powerful one worth hearing and exploring as we live our own lives and contend with the rea...2022-04-2329 min