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THE WIRE 98.5Election Coverage: US House Candidate Randolph Bracy with State House Candidate Lavon Bracy DavisElection Coverage: US House Candidate State Sen. Randolph Bracy with his sister State House Candidate Lavon Bracy Davis2022-08-0916 min
THE WIRE 98.5Russell Drakes talks Central Florida PoliticsFollow Russell Drake at https://www.facebook.com/LegendaryRussellDrake
Christian~Dad~ CEO @BuildBlackDaily Speaker~ Community Advocate~ FB Man~ HU ΩΨΦ #IwillNotStop#OneLove2022-08-0626 min
THE WIRE 98.5Vote 2022 Election Coverage! Judge Andrew Bain Joins the ConversationMore on his campaign at https://judgebain.com/
2022-08-0613 min
THE WIRE 98.5Election Coverage: Q & A with Sandra Fatmi-Hall for Orange County CommissionerMore information about her campaign at https://www.sandrafatmi.com/ 2022-08-0612 min
THE WIRE 98.5Charlie Crist tells us why he should be the one to face Governor DeSantis
As Florida’s 44th Governor from 2007 to 2011, Charlie Crist led Florida through the Great Recession and the Deepwater Horizon Gulf oil spill, always keeping his word to fight for the people. He helped lower the cost of doing business and living in Florida, increase transparency in government, strengthen Florida’s economy and ensure the safety and world-class education of Florida’s children.
He prevented massive teacher layoffs during the recession, working with the Obama Administration to use federal stimulus funding to save 20,000 teachers’ jobs.
He stopped radical attacks on women’s rights, vetoing laws to restrict a woman’s right to c...2022-07-2115 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our conversation with Orange County Commissioner District 6 Candidate Nikki Mims-McGeeNikki Mims-McGee is an native Orlandoan and has been a West Orange County resident for over four decades. Along with her deep roots in the community, Nikki has over a decade experience in community leadership with a focus on diversity and inclusion. As a candidate for Orange County Commissioner for District 6, Nikki’s primary goal is to build a community focused on progress and prosperity for all; a place we are all proud to call home.
Nikki is the daughter of the prominent owners of Mims Construction, ranked as one of the top ten concrete and masonry service pr...2022-07-1925 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our conversation with Orange County Commissioner District 6 Candidate Roberta Walton JohnsonABOUT
ROBERTA WALTON JOHNSON
Roberta Walton Johnson currently serves as the General Counsel for the Orange County Clerk of Circuit and County Courts. She received two degrees from Florida A&M University–her undergraduate degree in 1996 and subsequently her Juris Doctorate in 2005 as an inaugural member of the re-established College of Law. Immediately after graduation in 2005, she joined Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida to litigate and provide advocacy on behalf of low-income clients in the areas of housing and public benefits. Roberta has held various roles throughout her career, previously serving with Orange County Government and thereafter wi...2022-07-1912 min
THE WIRE 98.5No Alter Egos-Reversing RoeNo Alter Egos Reversing Roe2022-07-0559 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our conversation with Michelle MaiKisch, Chief of Staff for the Central Florida Expressway AuthorityFrom discussing Contract opportunities to Highway Safety. Check out our conversation with Michelle MaiKisch, Chief of Staff for the Central Florida Expressway Authority.2022-07-0118 minTHE WIRE 98.5No Alter Egos- Paul PorterNo Alter Egos- Paul Porter2022-06-2250 minTHE WIRE 98.5No Alter Egos-Vaughan MerrickNo Alter Egos-Vaughan Merrick2022-06-0757 minTHE WIRE 98.5No Alter Ego Episode 58-Why Young Thug, Gunna & YSL are probably innocent & the buffalo mass shootingWhy Young Thug, Gunna & YSL are probably innocent & the buffalo mass shooting2022-05-1656 min
THE WIRE 98.5Its all about CultureFest OrlandoOrianna, Sdotka & Jaquiel joins the conversation!2022-04-2813 min
THE WIRE 98.5No Alter Ego-Mental Health mismanagement & Elon Tries to buy twitterMental Health mismanagement & Elon Tries to buy Twitter2022-04-2558 minTHE WIRE 98.5No Alter Egos-RIP Dwayne Haskins, Call Her Justice Brown-Jackson & Will gets 10 years for five fingersRIP Dwayne Haskins, Call Her Justice Brown-Jackson & Will gets 10 years for five fingers2022-04-1259 min
THE WIRE 98.535th Annual Orlando Carnival - United Mas Band Costume ShowcaseGuenet Gittens Roberts speaks on the upcoming.
35th Annual Orlando Carnival - United Mas Band Costume Showcase on Sunday 10th April at Heritage Square - 65 E. Central Blvd, Orlando from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
This year they have partnered with 'Road Ready' productions and they will be filming their first episode of their reality show at Orlando Carnival Downtown.
They start filming on Sunday at the Band Launch and they will be back three weeks before Orlando Carnival to continue filming. They have selected 3 of their 8 contestants and will be looking for 2 contestants from the Orlando area to be part of th...2022-04-0908 min
THE WIRE 98.5No Alter Ego-Will Smith RESIGNS from The Academy, Amazon Labor Union scores its first HUGE victory & we've finally sequenced the entire human genomeWill Smith RESIGNS from The Academy, Amazon Labor Union scores its first HUGE victory & we've finally sequenced the entire human genome2022-04-0457 min
THE WIRE 98.5TTLM: A'Sonta Tae with Orlando Artist Naderson-Saint-PierreOrlando artist lives in Pine Hills and is taking his talents to a new level. His paintings are for sale all over New York and in Miami. Listen as he tells us about support from his mom, and how his behavior changed towards his sister.2022-04-0311 min
THE WIRE 98.5No Alter Ego-The slap felt round the world & This great little game we call capitalismNo Alter Ego-The slap felt round the world & This great little game we call capitalism2022-03-2956 min
THE WIRE 98.5No Alter Ego- Tom Brady's Back and The House Passes The Crown ActTom Brady's Back and The House Passes The Crown Act2022-03-2458 minTHE WIRE 98.5No Alter Egos: Calvin Ridley's Suspension & Learning to Value YourselfCalvin Ridley's Suspension & Learning to Value Yourself2022-03-1458 minTHE WIRE 98.5No Alter Egos: Putin's comical misestimation, No tears for billionaires, the case for racism as mass psychosis, & the case against war as an economic toolNo Alter Egos regarding Putin's comical misestimation, No tears for billionaires, the case for racism as mass psychosis, & the case against war as an economic tool2022-03-0857 min
THE WIRE 98.5Catching up with Movie Producer Marcus Small#MelaninCode
#Unsheltered2021-12-0918 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our conversation with the Young, Black & Conscious Conservative Charrise Lane (Part 2)The rising socially conscious conservative Charrise Lane shares her thoughts on issues impacting Black Americans
#BlackConservative
#BlackThoughtsMatter
#CharriseLane2021-12-0820 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our conversation with the Young, Black & Conscious Conservative Charrise Lane (Part 1)The rising socially conscious conservative Charrise Lane shares her thoughts on issues impacting Black Americans
#BlackConservative
#CharriseLane2021-12-0812 min
THE WIRE 98.5Author Ira Childress calls Giannis Antetokounmpo the Best player in the world, playing on the Best team in the WorldNo one can deny, that Giannis Antetokounmpo story is one that should be inspiring to young kids from Africa to America and beyond. Miami-based Author & Athletic Director Ira Childress shares his thoughts on Giannis amazing journey.2021-07-2214 min
THE WIRE 98.5Haitian-American County Commissioner Victoria Siplin expresses her disbelief at the assassination of President Jovenel MoiseHaitian-American County Commissioner Victoria Siplin expresses her disbelief at the assassination of President Jovenel Moise.
The Orange County Commissioner who represents District 6 an area with a major Haitian American Population, met President Jovenel Moise in 2017.
2021-07-0809 min
THE WIRE 98.5Black HIV Awareness Day with Joshua Myers & Adam Troy from The Hope & Help Network in Orlando, FlBlack HIV Awareness Day with Joshua Myers & Adam Troy from The Hope & Help Network in Orlando, Fl2021-02-2321 min
THE WIRE 98.5Interview with Val Demings regarding Capitol RiotInterview with Val Demings regarding Capitol Riot2021-02-2318 min
THE WIRE 98.5Interview with Doctoral candidate Grissel Lloyd, LMHC, BCBA regarding Racism and White Supremacy in Health CareInterview with Doctoral candidate Grissel Lloyd, LMHC, BCBA regarding Racism and White Supremacy in Health Care2021-02-2313 min
THE WIRE 98.5Feedback about Judas and the Black Messiah with Mayor of Benton Harbor Marcus Muhammad and Jon CovingtonFeedback about Judas and the Black Messiah with Mayor of Benton Harbor Marcus Muhammad and Jon Covington2021-02-2328 min
THE WIRE 98.5Interview with Artist SkotKa regarding his Black and Proud Music VideoInterview with Artist SkotKa regarding his Black and Proud Music Video2021-02-2320 min
THE WIRE 98.5Virtual Talkback with Chairman Fred Hampton Jr. son of Fred Hampton and narrated by Jon CovingtonVirtual Talkback with Chairman Fred Hampton Jr. son of Fred Hampton and narrated by Jon Covington2021-02-2323 min
THE WIRE 98.5Interview with Tahir RBG regarding the government making progress with the black conscious communityInterview with Tahir RBG regarding the government making progress with the black conscious community2021-02-2316 min
THE WIRE 98.5Interview with Artist Will Downing regarding his latest album The Song GardenInterview with Will Downing regarding his latest album The Song Garden2021-02-2337 min
THE WIRE 98.5Brando Wayne PresentsSexual Assault on College Campuses2020-08-2429 min
THE WIRE 98.5Radio Interview with 9th Circuit Judge Candidate Attorney Christy CollinsRadio Interview with 9th Circuit Judge Candidate Attorney Christy Collins2020-08-1932 min
THE WIRE 98.5Orange County Property Appraiser Rick Singh on 98.5 The WireOrange County Property Appraiser Rick Singh on 98.5 The Wire
Election information available at https://www.ocfelections.com/
2020-08-1439 min
THE WIRE 98.5Orange County Property Appraiser Candidate Mr. Khalid Mulneer on 98.5 The WireOrange County Property Appraiser Candidate Mr. Khalid Mulneer on 98.5 The Wire.
Election information available at https://www.ocfelections.com/
2020-08-1423 min
THE WIRE 98.5In depth Conversation with Orange County Sheriff Candidate Joe LopezIn depth Conversation with Orange County Sheriff Candidate Joe Lopez.
Election information available at https://www.ocfelections.com/
2020-08-1453 min
THE WIRE 98.5Orange County Sheriff Candidate Andrew Darling on 98.5 The WireOrange County Sheriff Candidate Andrew Darling
Election information available at https://www.ocfelections.com/
2020-08-1433 min
THE WIRE 98.5Orange County Judge Candidate Attorney Rhiannon ArnoldOrange County Judge Candidate Attorney Rhiannon Arnold
Election information available at https://www.ocfelections.com/
2020-08-1434 min
THE WIRE 98.5John Mina, Orange County Sheriff makes his pitch to Pine Hills and West OrlandoEarly Voting is going on now and Election is next Tuesday. #beinformed
Election information available at https://www.ocfelections.com/
2020-08-1429 min
THE WIRE 98.5Queen Taese updates us on the The 2020 9th Annual LIBERATED MINDS BLACK HOMESCHOOL & Education Virtual ExpoQueen Taese updates us on the The 2020 9th Annual LIBERATED MINDS BLACK HOMESCHOOL & Education Virtual Expo.
More information available at https://liberatedmindsexpo.com/
2020-06-2517 min
THE WIRE 98.5New Era Detroit, Protecting and Providing for Black Detroit
New Era Detroit, Protecting and Providing for Black Detroit. Our conversation with the leader of "New Era Detroit".
2020-06-0642 min
THE WIRE 98.5Real Criminal Justice Reform with Florida's State Attorney Aramis AyalaFlorida's First Black State Attorney Aramis Ayala has made more progress towards Criminal Justice Reform in 4 years than most Prosecutors have in a lifetime.
Our conversation with her focuses on those accomplishments. During these turbulent times Our country needs to look at what has worked. While she will acknowledge that more work needs to be done. Her Leadership has set the tone for change in Central Florida.
#CriminalJusticeReform
#AramisAyala
2020-06-0331 min
THE WIRE 98.5Hear the inspiring story of the Mom and Daughter Duo Dr. Cynthia Kudji and her Daughter Dr. Jasmine KudjiHear the inspiring story of the Mom and Daughter Duo who recently graduated from Medical School Together
And will work at the same Hospital in Louisiana.
Our exclusive interview with Dr. Cynthia Kudji and her Daughter Dr. Jasmine Kudji.
#BlkDocsRocks
#LSU
#MomDaughterDuo
#GhanaBornUSARaised
#AfricansinAmerica
#PositiveBlackNews2020-05-2237 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our Conversation with the Cast of the Documentary "Modern Day Slavery"Available now on Amazon, this documentary explores the racial disparity & corporate exploitation of African-American & Latino prisoners within the U.S. Justice System2020-05-1420 min
THE WIRE 98.5Ocoee Commissioner George Oliver discusses the upcoming COVID-19 Business Loans Town Hall MeetingThe First Black City Commissioner for the City of Ocoee George Oliver joined the conversation today on the Afternoon Jamz to discuss the upcoming COVID-19 Business Loans Town Hall Meeting being held on Thursday April 16.
2020-04-1612 min
THE WIRE 98.5Radio Veteran Emilian V White was in a Houston Hospital on a Ventilator fighting this COVID-19 Virus. The Doctor treated him with Hydroxychloroquine & now he is back at home.Radio Veteran Emilian V White was in a Houston Hospital on a Ventilator fighting this COVID-19 Virus. The Doctor treated him with Hydroxychloroquine & now he is back at home.
https://www.khou.com/video/news/health/coronavirus/man-gets-coronavirus-after-small-gathering-at-home/285-be52ed7e-b105-40ca-b509-313f38339e4c?fbclid=IwAR1dcRdoa78kaLXWzWW-8nopyMdC9VEMfbztB5A0LY3ChNUIEasl8BI9Gws
2020-04-0611 min
THE WIRE 98.5Actor Reese Antoinette shares her story of visiting Egypt for Christmas and Nigeria for NYE"This trip was symbolic is so many ways - and FUN. Learning and exploring Africa has been one of the greatest things I've ever done."
More about Reese Antoinette at http://www.reeseantoinette.com/
2020-01-2018 min
THE WIRE 98.5Dr. Lennox Forrest discusses the increase in Suicides among young Black AmericansDr. Forrest uses cognitive behavioral interventions to improve individual behaviors, enhance relationships, and engineer athletic performance.
He is a Jewish psychologist, incorporating Biblical principles for people seeking faith-based counsel in their lives.
Dr. Forrest is a former athlete with firsthand experience in how a positive mindset and mental conditioning enhance performance. He has participated in soccer, baseball, track and field, football and basketball, culminating in a professional tryout for the Canadian Football League.
Since beginning his sports psychology practice in Grand Rapids, he has been able to help improve performance of both professional and...2019-11-1217 min
THE WIRE 98.5Community Update with State Senator Randolph BracyRecently Senator Bracy stopped by the #AfternoonJamz to update the community on laws recently signed by the Governor. He also discussed issues he is currently working on in Tallahassee. The Senator even took several phone calls from the listener. The Democratic Senator currently seats on the following committees, where the Republican Party holds the majority.
Committee Assignments
Appropriations Subcommittee on Criminal and Civil Justice, Vice Chair
Criminal Justice
Finance and Tax
Innovation, Industry, and Technology
2019-10-2144 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our conversation with Orange County Corrections Recruiter Officer James MilesWhile attending Founders Day in Eatonville, Florida. The Former National Correction Officer of the Year talked to P.A. from the Afternoon Jamz about the job opportunities at the Orange County Corrections Department. With a starting pay around $17.50 and an average pay of $43,000 according to indeed.com. this could be a promising career for good candidates.
2019-08-2606 min
THE WIRE 98.5The Highly anticipated Black News Channel will be a game changer for African AmericansYes, its true The New Black News Channel will be launching this fall. Every since BET scraped its News Department, African Americans has been forced to watch news channels that could care less about whats really happening in the Black Communities around the United States.
According to the Emmy Award winning news Veteran Gary Wordlaw, thats changing in November when the Black News Channel officially launches.
Recently Mr. Wordlaw, Vice President of News & Programming talked to the Afternoon Jamz Crew about the Black News Channel which will have its headquarters in Tallahassee, Florida inside of a state of...2019-08-1516 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our conversation with Dr. Huberta Jackson-Lowman, The President of the Association of Black Psychologists.
Dr. Huberta Jackson-Lowman is the President of the Association of Black Psychologists and a Professor at Florida A&M.
She touched on a lot of issues in this interview including ADHD/ADD and the generational mental health impact of Slavery.
Dr. Jackson-Lowman and over 400 Psychologists are in Orlando for the Association of Black Psychologists convention taking place until Saturday.
The convention theme is "AFRIKAN PSYCHOLOGY & AFRIFUTURISM: PSYCHOLOGICAL LIBERATION & SPIRITUAL ILLUMINATION".
The convention is open to the public.
2019-07-2435 min
THE WIRE 98.5Tariq Nasheed discusses Hidden Colors 5 "The Art of Black Warfare"Tariq Nasheed discusses the impact of the Hidden Colors Series and the Upcoming Hidden Colors 5"The Art of Black Warfare" which he stated will be his last. More information on where and when you can see the new documentary is at hiddencolorsfilm.com
2019-07-2330 min
THE WIRE 98.5Cookies and Conversations with Author MW Harris at the Wells Built Museum in OrlandoGreat discussion with author MW Harris. Visit amazon and purchase “God’s Promise” children’s book. The book isn’t just a great way to start a conversation about adoption for children, it’s a great way to start the conversation for adults as well. (Wells Built Museum Facebook Page)
2019-07-221h 32
THE WIRE 98.5Kenny Lattimore discusses the New "Unsung" episode with the Afternoon Jamz CrewTV One’s award-winning documentary series “Unsung” aired the untold story of Grammy-nominated singer Kenny Lattimore on Sunday night. Two days later and he is still trending on the internet.2019-04-1722 min
THE WIRE 98.5Let the Truth Be Told with Miles Mulrain2019-02-1611 min
THE WIRE 98.5Fit4Life Radio (Black Nurses Rock) Edition2018-09-2857 min
THE WIRE 98.5The Entreprenuers Corner with Lena Morris and Demetria Hill Sloan on the #Fit4Life radio show"The Entreprenuers Corner" on the #Fit4Life radio show.
Fit4life Radio airs every Monday 10am to 11am and is a sponsored by The Frontline Outreach Center2018-09-1758 min
THE WIRE 98.5Fit4Life Radio Show - State of the Church EditionPastors Round Table with special panel Pastor Derrick L. McRae , Pastor Barry Stephens and Pastor Jerome Shaw #faith #religion #money #relevance #outreach #assumptions #reality
The Fit4Life Radio Show is sponsored by the Frontline Outreach Center2018-09-041h 16
THE WIRE 98.5Fit4life Radio with Chan Denise Budhoo & Tanika Bango Cooper2018-08-3057 min
THE WIRE 98.5Fit4Life Radio Show with Fit4Life studentsFit4life Students O'Brian Hawk, Esther Jean-Baptise, Byron Mundle & Alicia Black talks about the Fit4Life Program.2018-08-0556 min
THE WIRE 98.5Fit4Life: Lena Graham Morris & Laura Dorsey talks Entrepreneurship & Education2018-07-3056 min
THE WIRE 98.5David Porter : A Year Later The Family of Clarence "CJ" Lake III are still waiting on Answers from Sheriff DemingsDavid Porter : A Year Later The Family of Clarence "CJ" Lake III are still waiting on Answers from Sheriff Demings.2018-07-3012 min
THE WIRE 98.5Fit4Life Radio Show with Commissioner Samuel Ings & KBI Staffing SolutionsFit4life Radio Airs Every Monday at 10am2018-07-1759 min
THE WIRE 98.5Fit4Life Radio Show with Special Guest Iren RaineyFit4Life Radio airs Every Monday at 10am2018-07-101h 00
THE WIRE 98.5Fit4Life Radio Show (070218)2018-07-0658 min
THE WIRE 98.5Fit4Life Radio Show With Special Guest Dr. Mercedes Harris & Dr. Eudene HarryThe Fit4life Radio Show Every Monday 10am to 11am.2018-06-1251 min
THE WIRE 98.5Janavis Ling, a senior at Oakridge High School shares his admiration for Coretta Scott KingJanavis Ling, a senior at Oakridge High School, is Sarai's student spotlight this week. Tune in every Wednesday & Thursday at 4:30pm for Sarai Antoine's Student of the week.2018-04-0705 min
THE WIRE 98.5Student Highlight with Sarai Antone - Motivational speaker Fanzo Chery. .Student Highlight with Sarai Antone - Motivational speaker Fanzo Chery. He made an app honoring his late sister Alexandria Cherry.
Student Highlight air every Wednesday, Thursday & Friday at 4:30pm.2018-03-0407 min
THE WIRE 98.5The Fit 4 Life Radio ShowThe Fit 4 Life Radio airs Every Monday 10am-11am. Produced by Frontline Outreach2018-03-0459 min
THE WIRE 98.5The Student Highlight with Sarai Antone | ft. Emiah YoumanEach week, THE WIRE 98.5's Sarai Antone highlights students who are making a positive impact on their school, and community.
This week, Emiah Youman (Senior - JHS) creator of Custom Couture by Emiah speaks on what motivates her to excellence.
2018-02-0106 min
THE WIRE 98.5Porter On Air | Interview with Chardo RichardsonThe Morning Show that Roars: Mon-Sat, 6A-10AM EST
Paul Porter's conversation with Chardo Richardson. 2018-01-3008 min
THE WIRE 98.5ON LOCATION | Celebrity Super Slam ft. Adrian the Street Baller2018-01-3001 min
THE WIRE 98.5ON LOCATION | Celebrity Super Slam ft. Crystal of Baller Wives2018-01-3001 min
THE WIRE 98.5ON LOCATION | Pro Bowl Youth Media Day2018-01-3003 min
THE WIRE 98.5Dr. Kaba KameneRenowned Scholar of African Liberation and Culture - most notably featured in the Hidden Colors documentary series - Dr. Kaba Kamene joins the Conversation on the Afternoon Jamz with PA2017-09-2316 min
THE WIRE 98.5Tariq NasheedTariq Elite Nasheed joined the #AfternoonJamz Crew to discuss His latest project - 1804: The Hidden History of Haiti. #AfternoonJamz w/ P.A., Justin Jae Fortuné, Taetae Loudmouth & Tahir Arebeegee The Wire is changing the game in Orlando, by bringing you uncompromising guest and information that's relevant to the citizens of Pine Hills and Metro Orlando. Listen on your radio dial at 98.5 or online at thewire985.com.
Our app is available in all the major app stores.2017-07-0412 min
THE WIRE 98.5Exclusive: Haitian Activists Theova Milfort talks to the Wire on Flag DayMake no mistake about it. Theova Milfort is willing to die for what he believes in.
#HaitianFlagDay2017-06-2627 min
THE WIRE 98.5Minneapolis Top Radio Personality Freddie Bell discusses the latest video released in the Philando Casitle murder.Freddie Bell is the General Manager of KMOJ 89.9 in Minneapolis-St. Paul. Freddie is also the host of the Morning Show.
For more information about one of the nation's best community radio stations visit http://kmojfm.com.
On July 6, 2016, Philando Castile was fatally shot by Jeronimo Yanez, a St. Anthony, Minnesota, police officer, after being pulled over in Falcon Heights, a suburb of St. Paul. Castile was in a car with his girlfriend, Diamond Reynolds, and her four-year-old daughter when he was pulled over by Yanez and another officer.
On November 16, 2016, John Choi, the Ramsey County Attorney, announced...2017-06-2215 min
THE WIRE 98.5Rev. Ronald Myers of the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation discusses the push to make Juneteenth a National Holiday!The New York Times says, “There aren't many doctors like Ronald Myers, a jazz-playing, Baptist-preaching family practitioner whose dream has always been to practice medicine in the kind of place most other doctors wouldn't even stop for a tank of gas.”
http://nationaljuneteenth.com/2017-06-2011 min
THE WIRE 98.5Blackout: My 40 Years in the Music BusinessEnjoy this up close and personal interview with Paul Porter, the Author of the New Book "Blackout: My 40 Years in the Music Business"
Blackout is a ride through my whirlwind of media jobs, working for and with some of the music industry’s most colorful, well-known and scandalous players. Blackout is an explosive look at the corruption that is running rampant in the industry. And Blackout is an inside account of how corporations erased Black identity from Black radio and mainstream Black music — and why I chose to fight back.
https://blackoutthebook.com/products/blackout-my-40-years-in-the-music-business2017-05-2229 min
THE WIRE 98.598.5 The Wire Exclusive with State Attorney Ayala2017-04-1322 min
THE WIRE 98.5Beverly Burgess: Is State Attorney Ayala Failing the Voters ?2017-04-0808 min
THE WIRE 98.5Metacognition with Grayson Marshall2017-03-2111 min
THE WIRE 98.5Dr. Amy Galpin, Curator of the Cornell Fine Arts MuseumDr. Amy Galpin Curator of the Cornell Fine Arts Museum recently dropped by 98.5 The Wire to talk about the exhibits The Black Figure in the European Imaginary, AfroFantastic: Black Imagination and Agency in the American Experience & the upcoming performance by Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz.2017-03-1916 min
THE WIRE 98.5Paul Porter talks to Roz McCarthy the Founder of Minorities 4 Medical MarijuanaPaul Porter talks to Roz McCarthy the Founder of Minorities 4 Medical Marijuana2017-03-1411 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our conversation with Attorney Alexandria Gordon who was raised in the heart of the Pine Hills communityUpclose with Pine Hills very own Attorney Alexandria Gordon2017-03-0817 min
THE WIRE 98.5Congresswoman Val Demings "I wish President Trump would visit one of the Public Schools..."Congresswoman Val Demings talks to The Wire about President Trump visiting Pine Hills2017-03-0410 min
THE WIRE 98.5Duvalier Malone: We Demand Justice and an Apology for Emmett TillDuvalier Malone: We Demand Justice and an Apology for Emmett Till2017-02-2407 min
THE WIRE 98.5Our Conversation with Airicka Gordon-Taylor, Cousin of Emmett TillOur Conversation with Airicka Gordon-Taylor, Cousin of Emmett Till and Founding Director of the Mamie Til Mobley Foundation.
Photo Credit: Andrew Joseph Sr.2017-02-2118 min
THE WIRE 98.5Paul Porter interviews James Brown from CBSJames Brown congratulates Paul Porter!2017-02-2107 min
THE WIRE 98.5Bob Romanik The N-Word Hurler From KQQZ RadioBob Romanik The N-Word Hurler From KQQZ Radio2017-02-1012 min
THE WIRE 98.5Black History Spotlight: Our Conversation with Professor Griff of Public Enemy2017-02-0918 min
THE WIRE 98.5Joy-Ann Reid from MSNBC on air with Paul PorterJoy-Ann Reid from MSNBC talks to Paul Porter2017-02-0909 min
THE WIRE 98.5Paul Porter interviews Amadeus CEO of Platinum Boy Music2017-02-0912 min
THE WIRE 98.5The Legendary Donnie Simpson with Paul PorterOn October 28, 2016 The New Voice for Pine Hills/Orlando 98.5 The Wire went on air. The Station featured an All-Star line up of guest including the Legendary Donnie Simpson.2017-01-2406 min