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We Tawk FUNNY PodcastEp 9: We Tawk Funny with Kevin WilsonJoin us for a festive and laughter-filled episode of the **We Tawk Funny** Podcast as we celebrate Christmas in style! Hosts Joe and Sharon bring you a special holiday edition packed with humor, heartfelt stories, and plenty of holiday cheer. This week, they welcome the charismatic Kevin Wilson, an actor with a remarkable journey, who shares his experiences and insights from the world of acting and personal triumph.As the trio dives into their favorite holiday traditions, including the Feast of the Seven Fishes, they reminisce about past Christmases and the joys of family gatherings. Kevin shares his inspiring...
2025-12-2457 minWe Tawk FUNNY PodcastEp 8: We Tawk funny with HULBERT WALDROUP🎙️ Welcome back to another hilarious episode of the **We Talk Funny Podcast**! Join your hosts, **Sharon Pfeiffer** and **Joe Rubbo**, as they delve into the wild world of dating, entertainment, and everything in between. This week, we hit a milestone with 400 subscribers on Instagram, and we want YOU to join the fun! Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more laughs. In this episode, we explore the ups and downs of dating in today's world, hear some outrageous dating horror stories, and discuss the unique challenges of findi...
2025-12-1750 min
Sofa Tawk PodcastEp. 9: Family Ain’t Family No MoreBlood is thicker than water, but what about when the waters get murky? In this episode, 'Family Ain't Family No More', Aster and SeVen navigate the complexities of family dynamics, where expectation meets reality and love meets pain. They'll explore how social media can both unite and divide, the rise of non-traditional families, and the difficult journey of forgiveness and reconciliation. Join them as they share real stories, honest conversations, and the unspoken truths about family — and discover that sometimes, the most unexpected relationships can be the ones that bring us closest to home.
2025-11-291h 20We Tawk FUNNY PodcastEp 4: We Tawk Funny with Laurence GartelJoin hosts Sharon Pfeiffer and Joe Rubbo in this vibrant episode of "We Talk Funny," featuring the legendary Lawrence Gartel, known as the father of digital art. As the festive season approaches, the trio dives into holiday traditions, from early Christmas decorations to delightful Thanksgiving recipes, including Joe's creative ravioli lasagna.Lawrence shares his artistic journey, discussing his groundbreaking contributions to digital art and his latest projects involving artificial intelligence and robotics. With humor and heartfelt stories, this episode captures the spirit of creativity, innovation, and the joy of the holiday season.
2025-11-1950 min
12 Talk Podcast - The UK Seahawkers Official podcast with Mitch and JoshSeahawks sweep the Cardinals - Week 10 Recap with special guest Walter Thurmond III (Hawk Tawk))Seahawks sweep the Cardinals! After a blowout 1st half they made hard work of it in the second.Join Mitch, Josh and our special guest, Super Bowl champion Walter Thurmond III as we talk about:🟢 Walt's experience in Seattle 🟢 His thoughts on this Seahawks Team🟢 His favourite plays🟢 His favourite current Seahawks players to watch🟢 And much moreYou can find Walt on Hawk Tawk on:YouTube:    / @hawktawk12  Instagram: @hawktalk12@kingwalt6You can help grow the 12 Talk Community by liking, subscribing, sharing and hitting the notification bell to stay up to date on new episodes and guest ap...
2025-11-101h 07We Tawk FUNNY PodcastWe Tawk FUNNY’s Premiere Episode: Hahaha’s, Halloween, and ChadWelcome to the inaugural episode of "We Talk Funny," the comedy podcast where hosts Sharon Pfeiffer and Joe Rubo bring you laughter and insight on all things entertainment, culture, and comedy. In this Halloween-themed episode, join Sharon and Joe as they dive into outrageous stories, celebrity encounters, and humorous anecdotes, all while dressed in their festive costumes. Meet their special guest, Chad Ridgely, a multifaceted talent with a background in acting, directing, and producing, who shares his unique experiences working with icons like Michael Jackson and Hugh Hefner. Expect laughter as they discuss everything from horror films to funny...
2025-10-3158 minWe Tawk FUNNY PodcastEp 1: We Tawk FUNNY’s Premiere Episode: Hahaha’s, Halloween, and ChadWelcome to the inaugural episode of "We Tawk Funny," the comedy podcast where hosts Sharon Pfeiffer and Joe Rubbo bring you laughter and insight on all things entertainment, culture, and comedy. In this Halloween-themed episode, join Sharon and Joe as they dive into outrageous stories, celebrity encounters, and humorous anecdotes, all while dressed in their festive costumes. Meet their special guest, Chad Ridgely, a multifaceted talent with a background in acting, directing, and producing, who shares his unique experiences working with icons like Michael Jackson and Hugh Hefner. Expect laughter as they discuss everything f...
2025-10-2851 minSofa Tawk PodcastEp. 8: Faces of AddictionOctober is Substance Abuse Awareness Month. Join Aster and SeVen as they explore the complexities of addiction and its impact on individuals, families, and communities. They will also discuss mental health, stigma, and recovery, and shine a light on the many faces of addiction.Call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or go to www.FindTreatment.gov to locate a licensed healthcare practitioner in your region for referrals to substance use and mental health treatment programs.
2025-10-251h 21We Tawk FUNNY PodcastWe Tawk FUNNY Podcast TrailerWelcome to We Tawk FUNNY Podcast - A Weekly, hour-long podcast hosted by Sharon Pfeiffer and Joe Rubbo. A show that's less about the WAY they talk and MORE about WHAT they talk about. W.T.F.... A show about ENTERTAINMENT, CELEBRITY, COMEDY, CULTURE and ART....
2025-10-1802 minSofa Tawk PodcastEp. 7: Hair Loss, Not Self-WorthSeptember is Alopecia Awareness Month! Join Aster and SeVen as they sit down with a renowned hair loss specialist to shed light on the complexities of Alopecia. From personal struggles to innovative solutions, we'll dive into the emotional, psychological, and social impacts of hair loss. Tune in for an empowering conversation that debunks myths, explores the latest treatments, and celebrates the beauty of self-acceptance. Our expert shares her journey, insights, and advice for those navigating the challenges of Alopecia, and she'll discuss the future of treatment, societal perspectives, and the importance of community support. Get ready to join the...
2025-09-281h 25Sofa Tawk PodcastEp. 6: Work, Work, WorkClocking In: The Real Tawk on Work and Careers. Join Aster and SeVen as they dive into the ups and downs of the 9-to-5, sharing personal stories, exploring the highs and lows, and tackling tough topics like job hopping, the Sunday scaries, and discrimination. From the struggles of having an ethnic-sounding name to the surprises of being an entrepreneur, they're discussing it all. Tune in for honest conversations, relatable experiences, and a healthy dose of humor. Because let's face it, work is a big part of our lives.
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 76: On the Ground with Brooklyn Jail SupportPer the title, this episode we are on the ground with Brooklyn Jail Support! We recorded live with them during their usual jail support time on Fridays - every Friday from 2pm - 2am near Brooklyn Central Bookings. We talk about their work, their evolution as a community, the NYC carceral system, care, and so much more. We had an impromptu guest who shares his experience with the carceral system, accountability, and the myth of BK JS. Such an incredible episode, a must watch, so tune in now!You can find Brooklyn Jail Support on ig @ bkjailsupport...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 75: I'm Really HimFrom the military occupation of DC and Trump’s threats to expand to Chicago, NYC, and Baltimore, to more Eric Adams corruption, there was a lot to cover! We get updates from Relly and Rudy on their lives and work, then get into federal agents on the ground in DC. We discuss the occupation in comparison with the current reality on the ground with the NYPD in NYC. We discuss online activists vs content creators vs activists on the ground. What is the line between doing the work and just trying to profit off of a reputation? We discuss th...
2025-09-031h 42Sofa Tawk PodcastEp. 5: What About Your Friends?In this episode, Aster and SeVen are sitting deep into the real meaning of friendship—what makes someone a true friend, and how those bonds evolve over time. From childhood connections that faded or lasted to choosing why people decide which friends get access to them during their highs and lows, they get personal. They also talk about the tricky stuff: bonding more with your best friend’s sibling or mutual friends, friendship jealousy, red flags, and why adult friendships are so hard to build. Plus, they unpack gender dynamics—girls' night vs. guys' night, how relationships shift friendships, whethe...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 74: I Want Everything For All My PeopleWe cover a range of current events involving police brutality, politics, Trump, and Eric Adams. We start off with personal updates and a discussion on balancing life with purpose, doing what fills you, and continuing the fight with the right community around you. From ending “woke AI” to banning houselessness, Trump is on a tear to cover up the Epstein file conversation and his naming coming up in the Diddy trial - even releasing new MLK files. Eric Adams new campaign strategy is to pander to Black people in NYC, including going around handing out money with influencers and not...
2025-08-131h 39Sofa Tawk PodcastEp. 4: Culture and Culture Vulture"Culture and Culture Vulture" is where Black, Brown, White and everything in between gets unpacked, celebrated, and challenged — because everyone’s an expert on culture until it’s time to respect it. Aster and SeVen break down the concept of culture, mentioning its highs and lows, who’s creating, who’s copying, and who’s cashing in (spoiler: it’s not them). They also question why people of certain cultures receive more backlash or are judged for wearing attire or hairstyles not typically part of other cultures. Race, identity, trends, theft — all the things people pretend not to notice. This episode is unfil...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 73: It's Not Your America with Carla Marie DavisWe’re back with an interview with Carla Marie Davis, New York City political content creator and organizer. Carla describes her journey from fashion into local politics, creating a practice of self-care amidst the capitalist system taking a toll on physical and mental health, and the role of social media in engaging the community.She tells us why she is drawn to get involved in local politics and why we can’t make politicians into celebrities and the importance and feasibility of holding them accountable. Dimez recounts their firsthand experience of a certain politician's appearance at pride marc...
2025-07-181h 00Sofa Tawk PodcastEp. 3: Men's Health MattersThis podcast episode focuses on the often overlooked issue of men's health. From physical wellbeing to mental health. Co-hosts Aster and SeVen address the importance of prioritizing men's health and breaking the stigma surrounding seeking help. With their approach, they highlight the unique challenges and experiences that men face in taking care of their health.Music by u_98o9hlkn7r via Pixabay
2025-06-281h 02Sofa Tawk PodcastEp. 2: Navigating Pride MonthIn this podcast episode, co-hosts Aster and SeVen delve into the complexities of Pride Month and discuss the importance of celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. They explore the positive aspects of Pride Month, as well as the challenges and controversies that can arise. Through their perspective, they offer unique insights and foster meaningful dialogue on this important topic.Music by u_98o9hlkn7r via Pixabay
2025-06-281h 10Sofa Tawk PodcastEp. 1: Breaking the Stigma Around Mental HealthIn this podcast episode, our co-hosts Aster and SeVen have an open and honest conversation about the importance of Mental Health Awareness Month. They discuss the challenges and misconceptions surrounding mental health, share personal stories, and provide resources for listeners who may be struggling with their own mental health. This episode aims to break down the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage listeners to prioritize their well-being.This originally aired on 5-31-2025.
2025-06-011h 44Sofa Tawk PodcastDebuting Sofa Tawk: Getting to know the co-hosts and the Sofa Tawk PodcastIn this debut, the co-hosts Aster and SeVen introduce themselves to the audience and share their personal backgrounds, interests, and motivations for starting the podcast. Listeners will get a glimpse into their lives, setting the stage for the dynamic conversations to come.This originally aired 5-31-2025.
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 72: Your Fight Isn't Big Enough For Us Right NowFirst off, RELLYS BIG CASE HAS BEEN DISMISSED! Hear the inside scoop as Relly tells us what’s next now that he has this case off of his back. Rudy brings up his current read, Days of Rage, which he picked up after reading about the Mississippi Freedom Movement - “We Will Shoot Back” (watch ep 70!). Rudy relates it to an American man caught in Israel trying to firebomb the Israeli Embassy - who posted it online. We look back on the tragic murder of George Floyd, the subsequent uprising, and the fall off of attention and activism relating to the...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 71: Photographing the MovementWe're baaaaack after a bit of a hiatus!First, Rudy fills us in on his speaking tour campuses and tech conferences across the country as Blacksky continues to explode and thrive. Then we welcome comrade, photographer and videographer Dan Mayers to the program! He explains what drew him to activism, documenting protest movements, his philosophy on what to capture, and more! This leads to a larger discussion on community building and organizing.Join Relly’s annual march for George Floyd Sunday May 25th at 3pm at Union SquareRegister fo...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 70: Black Resistance from 'Hands up Don't Shoot' To 'We Will Shoot Back'We start off hearing from Rudy about the book “We Will Shoot Back, Armed Resistance in the Mississippi Freedom Movement” by Akinyele Umoja, about the armed Black resistance fighting against oppression in the Mississippi Basin. Rudy draws parallels between fights past and present, how Black Lives Matter, Black Power, and the civil rights movements relate to the Mississippi Freedom Movement, the mindsets. “Hands up Don’t Shoot” and “We Will Shoot Back.” This brings us into a discussion about literature, anarchy, self-reliance, science fiction, and being targeted by the cops. Cue Relly, who runs down some of his history being targeted...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 64: Bringing Corruption Back, Baby!Corruption is back and better than ever! From Donald Trump in the White House and Eric Adams back from his “Covid” break, the news is full of executive orders, defunding, and mayhem. We discuss Eric Adams campaign, as well as a few of the other candidates that have caught our eye. Relly ties in his actions and marching against Eric Adams - we are spreading the word: WE REJECT ERIC ADAMS! Dimez brings up the harmful effects of Trumps policy edicts on Trans people and Trans rights, we discuss how this conservative ideology across the board is affecting everyday life...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 69: Rudy The Infiltrator & Mayoral MayhemRudy infiltrating, people revering political theatre about pulling yourself up by your bootstraps, Cu0m0 is back on the scene! We have a jam-packed episode today! With Trans Day of Visibility, Cory Booker doing the most to get nothing done, Rudy going on a nationwide tour, and further instances of corruption, injustice, facism, and repression everywhere we turn, we can't stop talking because stuff just keeps happening! Seriously though, talk to your people and keep each other safe. It's a lot of wickedness in the world so we must keep the home fires bright with community! Sorry this episode...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 68: The US Government Kidnaps ActivistsThis week we are back to basics with Relly Rudy and Dimez on the virtual studio mics! We have soooo much to catch up on with personal lives, world events, and all around chaos happening in society.We had to discuss the abduction of Mahmoud Khalil by unidentified state agents and his ongoing detention, along with further crackdowns on campus protesting and campus life by the trump admin as they push to proudly reveal the fascist backbone to every racist institution. Relly guides us into a conversation about the music industry and its effects on...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 67: This Is Really For The Kids ft. Shawn Young, Richard Cruz & Ant AmmonsOur episode this week is just the beginning of more conversations to come! After a few technical difficulties we got into the studio and had an incredible conversation! Our guests are Shawn Marcel of Untitled and Free (@untitledandfree on IG), Richard Cruz of the Ahimsa Collective (www.ahimsacollective.net and @theahimsacollective on IG), and Ant Ammons (@ant_ammons on IG) star of Q Ball: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IsFnFYfCJMgDrawing on their own experiences with the system and their work back outside, our guests bring us through a nuanced and deep discussion.
2025-03-1055 min
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 66: Meet The Activists Fighting to Close NYC's Penal Colony ft. Freedom Agenda NYThis week Relly and Rudy are joined by Freedom Agenda NY — a grassroots, member-led project dedicated to organizing people and communities directly impacted by incarceration to achieve decarceration and system transformation. Darren, co-founder and co-director, and Ashley, senior community organizer, take us into the Close Rikers movement, uplift community members we’ve lost on Rikers, and bust the NIMBY (not in my backyard) myths about the new borough-based jail system. Relly shares his experience on Rikers and the group goes into the ideas of decarceration and abolition. On March 7, join Freedom Agenda ahead of the City Council Crim...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 65: Let The Black Men Talk!We’ve got Rudy and Relly in the studio this week, another entertaining and illuminating episode of banter and discussion between this dynamic duo. Dimez had work and a fashion show, go Dimez!We dive right in on Kendrick Lamar and the halftime show - why is everybody else’s struggle more important than the struggles of Black people? Why did folks want Kendrick to speak on everything else, Palestine, Trump etc etc, and why did they not recognize the brilliance in his performance, and the importance of it being for Black people?We continue talk...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 63: Foster Boy on Rikers ft. Jose Angel PerezWe are humbled to have Jose Angel Perez aka Power the Poet on the show today to enlighten us with his life stories– growing up in the foster system, being sent to Rikers, being at Rikers at the same time as his Mom, and how he found poetry as an outlet through all of this. We dig deeper with Jose in a discussion about the different rehabilitation programs offered to incarcerated folks, and where the American carceral system is failing to deliver that rehabilitation. Jose then delivers a reading of one of his poems from his book “Till Ink Meet...
2025-01-271h 40
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 62: Two Felons Walk Into a Bar (at Mar a Lago)First and foremost, Happy Martin Luther King Day! We didn’t realize this episode was dropping on MLK day until like, yesterday. What a great way to honor Dr King, by educating and enlightening the people. Relly is marching today too right as this episode drops! Welcome back to another episode with Unapologetic Taaaaaawk! This week we have Rudy and Relly chopping it up in the studio. We talk about everything from Trump and the inauguration, his antics, and tiktok, to Eric Adams, his multiple Federal investigations, the NYPD, and his campaign being broke! The two of th...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 61: Does New York City Pass Their Audit? ft. GoodGuyActivism, DavidNewyorknynyc, and iamgodnyWelcome back to Unapologetic Tawk!!! New year, same fight!! Liberation!!!We start the year off with a fiery episode - @davidnewyorknynyc, @goodguyaudits, and @iamgodny - three New York-based first amendment auditors with enough stories to tell they could talk for months.They enlighten us on what it means to be an auditor, the importance of accountability for public officials, as well as bring us the story of New Years 2025, where they got into a situation with NYPD ending with David being sent to Rikers Island! SHAME on nypd. They tell us more of...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 60: On the Ground as a Black Journalist in Ukraine ft. Terrell J. StarrWe are excited to bring you an interview with Terrell J Starr in episode 60! Terrell talks to us about his life journey and career as a Black man, growing up in Detroit Michigan and how we ended up in Ukraine. He tells us journalism stories from the war front, and at the intersection of his identities as a Black Queer man. We get into some geopolitics too, discussing the relations and differences between Palestine and the Ukraine, Russias historical and current aggressions against Ukraine, and what it really means to abolish the US War Machine.We also...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 59: Mutual Aid Is In! ft. Mass Mutual AidThis week we have Relly and Dimez in the studio, bringing you an interview with Jonas and Shemily of Mass Mutual Aid! If you’ve been watching, you know that MASS (Mutual Aid through Scientific Socialism) is a new mutual aid group that started in Kensington Brooklyn a few months ago.We talk mutual aid with Shem and Jonas, and then our discussion shifts to their organizing in school for Palestine - the student occupation, the demands being made, the retaliation, and the ultimate reality of where we are and what happens next. Dimez Shemily an...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 58: Daniel Penny Trial Update & Astrology In The Revolution ft. KierstenToday we have an incredible conversation between our guest Kiersten and Relly! Kiersten introduces us to the astrology of revolution including recent and current astrological and political events. The two of them have an in depth conversation about Rellys birth chart and how different aspects show up in his life. This is an intimate conversation where we learn a lot about Relly, thankful to Kiersten for bringing this sweet energy to us! We also get into the updates on the trial of Daniel Penny aka The Subway Strangler for killing Jordan Neely - we were...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 58: Daniel Penny Trial Update & Astrology In The Revolution ft. KierstenToday we have an incredible conversation between our guest Kiersten and Relly! Kiersten introduces us to the astrology of revolution including recent and current astrological and political events. The two of them have an in depth conversation about Rellys birth chart and how different aspects show up in his life. This is an intimate conversation where we learn a lot about Relly, thankful to Kiersten for bringing this sweet energy to us! We also get into the updates on the trial of Daniel Penny aka The Subway Strangler for killing Jordan Neely - we were...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 57: Trump Wins, NYPD Fights at Marathon, Daniel Penny On TrialWe’re baaaaaack! After a couple weeks off, we are jumping right back into it with a huge news week. Obviously, we get started by discussing the election results, what another Donald Trump administration means, the failure of the Democratic Party, and emboldening white supremacy. We inject some levity into things talking about the public tussle between two top NYPD officials at the NYC Marathon last weekend over a group photo.We end giving updates from on the ground at the Daniel Penny Trial where Relly and other activists have been holding it down for Jo...
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2024-10-2517 min
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 56: The Lesser of Two EvilsWe have the dynamic duo of Relly and Dimez in studio this week with a variety of topics. First, they delve into an underreported story of a suspected lynching of a Black man in Alabama that is now being investigated by the FBI. Then we discuss an interview with Keke Palmer that leads into a larger discussion around the corruption of celebrity and systemic, societal abuse. As the election continues to draw nearer, we get into a few presidential race topics including Barack Obama’s condescending message to Black men on who they vote for and reacting to Kamala’s Fo...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 55: This NYPD Cop Is Singlehandedly Defunding The PoliceAnother episode, another week of turbulence for the Eric Adams administration and his NYPD top cops. Thomas Donlon we hardly knew ya! We discuss the freshly appointed NYPD commissioner already resigning after only a few weeks on the job and an FBI raid on his apartment. Then we dig into the NY Post story revealing Deputy Commissioner of Operations Kaz Daughtry pocketing almost $150k in overtime despite department rules barring management level positions from collecting it. We also discuss the predictable backlash Ta-Nehisi Coates continues to receive after the release of his book “The Message” and his subs...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 54: I See Why The FBI Is On YouI don’t think we will ever have an episode that isn’t jam-packed with big news ever again!!! This week we touch on more Eric Adams Corruption Circus Acts - including the Sheriff and the First Deputy Mayor in addition to Erica himself.While hurricane Eric wreaks havoc on NYC govt, Hurricane Helene devastated huge swaths of the south east and the USA govt is ignoring them to …. Checks notes …. Send more bombs to Israel.Speaking of, Israel is continuing to expand its reach of genocide and bombings.Just like Adams, D...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 53: They Disrupted the Mayor's Indictment Press Conference ft. Hawk & Chivona NewsomeWe have another loaded episode for you this week. We are joined by Hawk and Chivona Newsome of Black Opportunities and Black Lives Matter Greater New York to break down both the federal indictment of Eric Adams and the targeting of Relly by the NYPD after he was given a $10k bail and was sent to Rikers Island for protesting last week. Hawk and Chivona explain the reasoning for disrupting the corrupt mayor’s press conference the following day and give their analysis on why the state is trying so hard to suppress activism. Relly then describes his time on...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 52: Hiding In The CornersFirst off, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Dimez!!! We had so much to talk about this episode. The FBI has been getting busy in NYC with Diddy arrested and further raids and investigations in Eric Adams circles and within the FDNY.The NYPD 73rd precinct committed a mass shooting last week at the Sutter ave L station, and we break down the timeline of the shooting and the NYPD attempts to control the narrative. Relly threw a protest on Tuesday against the 73rd precinct and the NYPD responded with aggressive brutality. We discuss how it all went down and...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 51: Smokin' On That Eddie Caban Pack (& 1 Year of Unapologetic Tawk!)We start off the episode with a bang (i guess with a pop?) celebrating our one year, and THE RESIGNATION OF EDWARD CABAN. You know how much we’ve talked about the corrupt Adams administration and the facade is continuing to crumble.Doxxing is serious business, Rudy runs us through his experience and the steps we all can take to protect ourselves. Justin Robinson was murdered, and we had to bring his story up on the podcast as part of the call for justice. The night of the 9/11 debate, an autonomous action went down, so we talk ac...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 50: Rude Mechanical Orchestra & The Sick Times ft. Betsy & JsinThis week have two comrades from the movement, Betsy and Jsin, on the pod. Ever been out at a protest in NYC and heard that marching band music? Chances are it was them and Rude Mechanical Orchestra. They tell us about what it’s like providing music and energy for the movement. Betsy also co-founded The Sick Times, one of the most reliable news sources for Covid information nationwide and in the city. She gives us a rundown on all of the latest trends, and dispels common misconceptions and narratives surrounding Covid. We also get into some cu...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 49: Dreaming Of An AlternativeThis week we have everybody back in the studio!!! Let’s go!! We have a fire episode for you!Eric Adams tried again to be cool by …. burning four TONS of weed? We had to have our laughs about that to start off the episode. The arrest of Telegram’s Pavel Durov is another big story this week, leaving us asking what does that mean for social media and privacy online?We watch and break down a few clips from the recent news- first The Poor People’s Army, hearing from some of the less covered...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 48: Time to Keep It FunkyThis week Relly and Dimez are in the studio, but Rudy was unfortunately out sick :( hopefully we have everyone back next week! You know Relly and Dimez took care of business anyways though. We started off digging into Eric Adams being investigated even MORE by the FBI with a new wave of subpeonas.We talk about the latest hijinks at the DNC by the democrats and the suppression of Palestinian voices both speakers and protestors. Relly and Dimez recounted Relly’s action this week and the latest success there. Crystul Kizer is an example of th...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 47: "No One Wants to Fight Over Cucumbers In Prison" ft. Jule Hall & Demetrius JamesThis week Rudy hosts Jule Hall & Demetrius James from The Innocence Project and Bard Prison Initiative to talk about their respective post-incarceration journeys, how they perceive and pursue justice for those still behind bars–including both of their work in community farming– and how to provide stability for those reentering society after prison.We are also briefly joined by community member Remo 369 (@mac.shaman369) who joins in the conversation and talks about spirituality and how their connection to community and their ancestors grounds them.Please sign the petition to stop the execution of Marcellus Williams (sche...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 46: Say Their NamesWe got the dynamic duo of Relly and Dimez in the studio this week– we look forward to having Rudy back in the cut next episode! We touch on a bunch of topics including celebrating the one year anniversary of the Montgomery Boat Brawl, the UK Race Riots, Kamala trying to slay queen anti-genocide protesters at her rally in Detroit last week, corrupt NYPD cop Kaz Daughtry escaping accountability again, a report on how poor air quality in the NYC subway disproportionately affects Black and Brown communities, and a bigger discussion on climate change.We cl...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 45: There's Something in the Chicken SandwichWe are back after a little break last week. We start by discussing yet another murder of a Black woman, Sonya Massey, by a cop in the United States of America. Relly and Dimez discuss their respective actions that they organized in response to the murder, and the cyclical nature of this trauma. We also catch up on everything we missed in the Presidential race including Kamala Harris's presidential run and all the pandering that comes with that. We react to Trump's meltdown at the NABJ conference where he continued his history of racism by questioning Kamala Harris's Blackness.
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 44: Mutual Aid Networks in NYC ft. Crown Heights C.A.R.E. CollectiveThis week we welcome another mutual aid group from the city, Crown Heights C.A.R.E Collective to talk all things community organizing in NYC– the group's history, learnings from previous campaigns and movements, performative vs. effective protest, and how to resolve inter-community violence. We also delve into the topic everyone is talking about– the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, all the theories, and what it means for the election.Follow Crown Heights C.A.R.E. Collective @chcarecollective on Instagram and get involved with their different campaigns at linktr.ee/chcarecollectiveJoin their next...
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Unapologetic TawkEpisode 42: America Is Regretting Freedom of Speech ft. Bri LabossWe have comrade and returning guest Bri Laboss back in the cut this week to talk everything from the continuing conversation over Joe Biden’s ability to be a presidential candidate to our reactions to Kendrick dropping the “Not Like Us” music video and the recent list of terrible decisions from the Supreme Court. Using the weekend of White Parties to delve into a discussion over navigating the market as a Black creative, and the insidious nature of the entertainment industry being tied to white wealth. We wrap up by recapping our experience outside over the last week with Dimez...
2024-07-081h 51
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 41: A Con Man & A ZombieWe spend most of this week breaking down the sick joke that was the Presidential debate last week, and wondering how we got to the point where two geriatric villains are auditioning to be the most powerful men in the world. We touch on their general sundowning, their responses on Israel-Palestine questions, and more.Then, we talk about NYPD Commissioner Eddie Caban being exposed for systematizing police abuse coverups through administrative tactics. This leads to a larger discussion on the abuse of authority rampant in the upper ranks of the NYPD and city government. We...
2024-07-011h 21
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 40: Eric Adams Wants To Cancel Juneteenth ft. Black OpportunitiesWe start episode 40 off with Juneteenth, watching some videos of Kathy Hochul speaking to the holiday and breaking down why once again she is full of sh!t. We also discuss Juneteenth in the context of Eric Adams, just days after Adams shut down The Black Opts annual Juneteenth event in the Bronx with less than 24hrs notice!To give us more context on what happened and what’s next, Hawk and Chivona Newsome from Tyhe Black Opts join the episode! They tell us the wholeeeee scoop. We also hear from Mario Benabe from Black Opts, especially ab...
2024-06-252h 17
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 39: We Are The Global MajorityThis week’s episode is an exciting one! We are thrilled to have Winter on the podcast! Winter is an activist and comedian and you know that is right in the Unapologetic Tawk wheelhouse!We talk about Winter’s life, spending time living in Yemen, comedy career, introduction to activism, and so much more. Transitioning into Winter’s activism for Palestine, we touch on encountering Racism and Zionism in these spaces.We can’t talk about modern activism without talking about social media, celebrities, and celebrity activism, so our talk transitions through each of these lenses...
2024-06-171h 57
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 38: Biden's Got Their Back ft. CesarThis week we welcome our Comrade Cesar on the show for a wide ranging conversation. Cesar talks about his personal journey in discovering his queerness and how it intersects with his Blackness. He then tells his story on how he has been unfairly targeted by SUNY Purchase for his act of peaceful protest in support of the people of Palestine on campus.The crew then discusses some of the week’s news events including the various Pro-Palestinian protests at graduation ceremonies across the country, the reaction to the release of security video of Diddy assaulting Cassie, and mu...
2024-05-271h 57
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 37: The We The People EpisodeThis week we are incredibly excited to bring you the We The People episode! (part one of many)We have We The People cofounder Shea as a guest as well as our lovely comrade and WTP core member and Miss Patreon herself, Lauren!We dive into the history of We The People, what got each member started, and what keeps them going! After this wonderful and heartfelt dive into We The People, we shift into a slightly darker tone.On May 11th, two organizers at We The People’s we...
2024-05-212h 13
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 36: Tech for Democratic CommunitiesWe have something a little bit different for y’all this week! Rudy was on a panel in March as part of a book tour for Nathan Schneider’s Governable Spaces: Democratic Design for Online Life, where he discussed his community bank account project, Paper Tree, among a host of other NYC-based projects and how it factors into a larger discussion about organizing in online spaces. Really enlightening discussion about the possibilities available to us in such a hierarchical, hostile structure as the internet.You can purchase the book here:https://www.ucpress.edu...
2024-05-131h 24
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 35: How To Be a Professional AnarchistSo much to cover this episode, with historic student protests and historic police repression in response. We discuss the raids at Columbia and CCNY in New York against the Gaza Solidarity Encampments, the relationship between previous campus protests and current, and review some of the bodycam and press conference footage from those nights. It’s gripping and dismaying.We visit the story of Jeffrey Maddrey and his NYPD corruption scandal. We review the footage of Maddrey letting a retired cop walk out of the station after voiding his arrest. Relly and Dimez recount two weeks of...
2024-05-061h 49
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 34: SLAP and Bowling Beef ft. Bri LabossWe have one of Rudy’s good friends, comrades, and co-inspirator Bri on the podcast this week! We start off learning more about Bri, her activism mindset, and about Rudy and Bri’s history together. We also talk about what Bri has going on these days, including SLAP. We talk about Bris travels including to Africa and a childhood trip to their home country of Haiti.Dimez recently went on a trip to push for LGBTQ+ legislation at the New York State capitol in Albany. Dimez gives us an inside look at the lobbying process and their time...
2024-04-291h 51
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 33: NYPD Wants A Maybach ft. Brian Cummings & Shakeem HindsIn this episode we have guests Brian Cummings and Shakeem Hinds in the studio with Relly! Rolling in on good energy, we start off with an introduction to our guests, who they are and what they do. Then we get into the hot topic - NYPD harassing Brian and Shakeem last week while they were chilling out front of their nephews house in a nice car. The officers were known to them having harassed them before, and the incident ended in arrests.We dissect the video of the incident with our guests telling their side...
2024-04-221h 15
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 32: Stand-Up Comedy & Forcing Cops to Retire ft. Carl Ellis GrantThis week we are in the studio with Carl Ellis Grant, an actor, comedian, former NASA engineer, and much more. We start off interviewing Carl about his experience at NASA, his experiences in standup comedy and curating the Brooklyn Dreams comedy, his acting career, and the tech world. We then dive into the time the Unapologetic Tawk team first met Carl last year.Carl was assaulted by NYPD officer Emile Pratt, who also assaulted a 13 yr old on camera weeks later. Relly, Dimez and the protest community went out to hold the transit precinct accountable. ...
2024-04-152h 13
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 31: Will Eric Adams Adopt a Tough-On-Earthquake Policy?We got a packed episode this week! We started recording only about an hour after the earthquake hit NYC on Friday, so you know we had to dig into that. Then Dimez fills us in on Stonewall Was A Riot’s action taking a visit to the residence of the KKKaren, Christine Thierry, to demand further accountability for her racist attack.We then get into the viral dismantling of Eric Adams on the Breakfast Club last week, shout out to Olay. We give our own take on a few of the topics brought up during that interview– incl...
2024-04-082h 06
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 30: What Is Harm Reduction? ft. Al from Bluestockings NYCThis week we are joined by our comrade Al from Bluestockings NYC, New York’s only queer, trans & sex worker owned bookstore– located in the Lower East Side in Manhattan! We talk about Bluestockings’ important role in providing a safe community space for a variety of individuals and groups, and Al educates us on the ins and outs of harm reduction– how to spot an overdose, the origins of fentanyl and other new drugs on the scene, and larger structural critiques of drug policy. We also discuss their sex work and what it was like opening up to people about th...
2024-04-011h 39
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 29: We Crashed A City Council Hearing & Elon Gets Put In The Hot SeatThis week we begin the episode with Relly reacting to clips and recounting his experience at a NYC City Council hearing on the NYPD budget– including the laughably false statements made by top NYPD brass. We then get into reacting to the viral Elon Musk interview on The Don Lemon Show, and discuss his crusade on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs as well as his continued hypocritical statements and actions on issues of free speech.We finish the episode discussing a much more somber subject– the murder of Samyia Spain, a 19-year-old girl, who was stab...
2024-03-251h 17
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 28: Tea TimeTOPICS: Follow Up on Media Framing Relly's Action for Cop Injury, Stonewall Was A Riot DOE Action, NCYHA employees arrested on COVID fraud charges, Shooting on SubwayWe start the episode hot off the presses and full of bullsh*t, just like a recent article from the New York Post. Another round of copaganda covering Relly’s second “Messy Jesse” protest at dirty NYPD Chief Jesse Lance’s house was printed, outlining a new set of lies! Dimez runs down the latest Stonewall Was A Riot action where they followed up with the Departmen...
2024-03-181h 13
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 27: Militarized Transit Authority ft. Dianne & Gabby MoralesOur recording studio was graced by the presence of none other than Dianne Morales! As our guest for episode 27, Dianne anchored a conversation about principles, histories and stories, and revolution. Dianne touches upon her political and personal wisdom in the midst of discussing her life and background, her run for mayor of NYC in 2021, and the pathways she continues to carve towards liberation. Especially in Puerto Rico! Dianne describes having a drive for seeing better for her community since she was a child and we hear about how that shaped the person she is today, ho...
2024-03-111h 24
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 26: Catching the NYPD In Another Lie Ft. Chillian ThomasTOPICS: Open Collective Foundation closing, Dimez arrest and phone being held, NYPD story about injured officer debunked, Interview with Chillian Thomas, Props to Black women and Trans organizersWe start this episode discussing the closing of Open Collective and the impact of financial restrictions on mutual aid organizing. Dimez tells us about their recent arrest and subsequent attempt of NYPD to pin false charges on them. Relly breaks down the mystery of the two staples, the solution to how the NYPD officer busted his head has been found! Spoiler alert we were right! This discussion...
2024-03-041h 36
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 25: Marvin’s Room (I’m Just Saying D.O.C Could Do Better) ft. PinesWe are back in the studio this week for a wide ranging conversation with musician and comrade, Justin Pines. We talk about everything from his musical influences and the revolutionary capacity of hip hop, his organizing work to close Rikers Island, the costs of revolution, and what he sees as the keys to community building towards liberty.We then move into the topics of the week including a Black Texas high school student losing a legal dispute over the school district’s racist hairstyle policy, Another Shooting In the NYC Subway and the continuing inadequacies of the po...
2024-02-261h 42
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 24: Spotting Karens in the Wild and Two StaplesTOPICS: Stonewall Was A Riot Mutual Aid, Hate Crime Committed by NYC School Teacher, Violent Arrests at a Protest Outside Dirty Cop's Home, NYPD Dance Team Performance Goes ViralThe hosts bring you an episode full of hot recent events. First Dimez brings a final rundown on the Stonewall Was A Riot mutual aid actions at Tompkins Square Park. Then Dimez describes the hate crime committed against them en route to an action, and the subsequent SWAR actions to hold this TEACHER KKKaren accountable. You know SWAR gets it done!Next is a...
2024-02-221h 33
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 23: Right Wing Vigilantes Attack New Yorker on Live TelevisionTOPICS: Genocide Joe Biden Visits NYC, Guardian Angels Assault New Yorker On Live Television, NYCHA Bribery Charges, Killer Mike Arrested at the Grammy’s, Momentum & Power in the Revolutionary Movement.We’re in the studio this week choppin it up! As Joe Biden visited New York City last week and was greeted with protests against his greenlighting of the genocide in Gaza, we discuss the NYPD’s protest policing tactics and how the election year factors into their change in strategy. We then transition to discussing the ramping up of right-wing vigilantism in the city, namely Curtis Silwa...
2024-02-121h 20
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 22: NYC City Council Overrides How Many Stops Act Veto, Photography & Protest Safety with the Comrade SonyTOPICS: How Many Stops Act Veto Overridden, Senate Social Media Hearing, Stonewall Was A Riot, Migrants confront NYPD OfficersWe welcome on our comrade Sony (@sonysviews) to the show this week to discuss their work as a protest safety monitor, photographing protests, avoiding trauma porn.We then get into the week's topics which include the NYC City Council voting to override Eric Adams veto of the How Many Stops Act, some craziness at a Senate hearing on social media, this week's Stonewall Was A Riot March, and some migrants introducing some NYPD officers...
2024-02-051h 40
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 21: Civil War 2.0TOPICS: Slumlords and Real Estate in NYC, Migrant Crisis at Tompkins Square Park, Stonewall Was A Riot Updates, Patriot Front White Nationalist Militia Marches in NYC, Greg Abbott Challenging Biden Border PolicyMyles and Rudy are back this week as we get into a news-packed episode. We start out discussing how corrupt real estate actors create and perpetuate the housing crisis here in New York City and beyond. Then we discuss the mounting migrant crisis, the failure of the city and state to address it, and We The People’s launching a weekly distribution effort in the pa...
2024-01-291h 18
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 20: Revolutionary Strategy Meeting & Confronting Daniel PennyTOPICS: Revolutionary History, Dismissal in Daniel Penny Case Dismissed, Stonewall Was A Riot Updates, Eric Adams Vetoes Police Accountability and Solitary Confinement Ban BillsWe welcome two comrades, Blu (@authentic_duplicate) and Oasis (@oasisarumai) to the show this week! We start off by getting down to business with some revolutionary strategy talk, including how to avoid divide & conquer tactics of the ruling powers, how to operate within the confines of a patriarchal, capitalist society, and more. Then, we run through this week’s news topics, with Dimez providing updates on happenings with the Stonewall Was A Riot mo...
2024-01-221h 14
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 19: Make MLK Day Black Again with Guest Host Myles CarterTOPICS: MLK Day, US Bombs Yemen, Soulless Judges in the Court System, Katt Williams on Shannon Sharpe, 2024 Election Year CircusWe welcome on guest host and comrade Myles Carter to chop it up on this week’s episode! We start off talking MLK Day, the co-option of Martin Luther King’s image and message, and how it's important to go beyond viewing the holiday as simply a day off from work or school. We then discuss Joe Biden circumventing congressional authorization to bomb Yemen in retaliation for the Houthi rebels disrupting commercial shipping in the Red Sea. The...
2024-01-151h 44
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 18: Unapologetic Hawk feat. Hawk & Chivona NewsomeFor our first episode back from the new year, we welcome on Hawk & Chivona Newsome, the co-founders of Black Opportunities, based in the Bronx. In a wide ranging discussion, we tackle everything from Relly & Hawk recounting meeting on the frontlines of the George Floyd protests in 2020, Hawk & Chivonna’s legislative and community work in New York and beyond, their differences in opinion on intersectionality in organizing, and call out some familiar New York politicians. You don’t wanna miss this unapologetically fiery tawk.You can follow Hawk @hawk.newsome and Chivonna @newyorkvonni on Instagram.Check out...
2024-01-082h 15
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 17: Best of Unapologetic Tawk Part 2Please enjoy the second and final wrap-up episode for Unapologetic Tawk 2023! This compilation shows clips from current events discussions and guest interviews from the latter half of 2023 episodes. Let us know in the comments which episodes or discussions you found important, or how the podcast has affected you this year. Check out our website: www.unapologetictawk.com Subscribe & watch the episode on Youtube: youtube.com/@UnapologeticTawkPodcast?Follow the podcast on socials! Instagram & TikTok: @unapologetictawk Follow Relly: @rellyrebel Follow Dimez: @dimez_cartier ...
2024-01-011h 05
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 16: Best of Unapologetic Tawk 2023 Part 1In this episode we run it back and revisit some of the classic clips and conversations from our first 7 episodes. You'll see footage from current event updates and from each interview for a fun compilation episode (part 1!). The Unapologetic Tawk is beyond grateful for every single one of you. Your support makes this a podcast! Your views, likes, comments, shares, and subscriptions are the clicks that get our videos out to more people and help spread our messages. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!Check out our website: www.unapologetictawk.comSubscribe & watch...
2023-12-2556 min
Unapologetic TawkEpisode 15: 2023 In The Rear ViewTOPICS: IOF kills 3 Israeli hostages, temporary ceasefire in Congo, leaked video of Senate staffer having fun in Congressional hearing room.Short one this week as we head into the holidays! We kick it off talking about the Israeli Occupation Forces killing three Israeli hostages after they escaped their captivity. Then Rudy breaks down the news of a two week ceasefire in Congo, and delves deeper into a critical analysis of coverage of Congo and African nations in general. We then transition to a bit lighter of a topic, reacting to the leaked video of the Senate staffer...
2023-12-1850 min