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The Black Agenda
WR#14: $500 Wedding, Florida Fights With Disney, World Record Tongue, Easter Egg Condoms
Adrian and Devin are back with you to delivery news and funny moments. Sit back and listen well!1st Segment (00:50)Malcom Nance Fights in UkraineTennessee controversial billMichelle Obama's Brother Sues SchoolFlorida Fights DisneyProfessor Says Black and Asians Resent the WestBlack Educator Wins Teacher of the YearBreak: Jazz Mango2nd Segment (19:27)Quick UpdatesDwayne Haskins DeathMike Tyson FightWelfare Money UnspentMass ShootingsGentrified Weed Man82 year MarriageBreak: PermafrostQuick Hits (39:36)$500 WeddingPatient Inhales Drill BitWeed LasagnaWorld Record TongueEaster Egg CondomsHungry Son Bomb ThreatBreak: Noble DubEnding (57:28)Next Episode: 'How Instituions Promote Racism' (April 26, 20220DonateCharity of t...
2022-04-23
1h 07
The Black Agenda
S4E13: Why is BLM on Blast?
Adrian and Devin review the compliance issues of Black Lives Matter and how it might affect the cause. Sit back and listen well!1st Segment: Why is BLM on Blast? (0:57)Out of complianceWhat is a Form 990?BLM's can't raise moneyWatchdog group files IRS complaintQuestions surrounding majority of their moneyBreak: Permafrost by BAKERMAN2nd Segment: How Does This Impact the Cause? (15:15)Ammunition for the GOP and conservativesImpact on other social justice organizations What can be done to repair BLM's reputationMore transparency and organizational structureBreak: DriveEnding (35:48)Next WR: WR#14 (April 23, 2022)Next Episode: 'How I...
2022-04-19
42 min
The Black Agenda
WR#13: ’State of Black America’, Brooklyn Shooter Arrested, Multistate Golf Cart Theft, Dog-Leasing Lawsuit, and More
Adrian and Devin are back with you to delivery news and funny moments. Sit back and listen well!1st Segment (1:15)CA Reparations Task Force meetsNational Urban League's 'State of Black America'Biden on 'Ghost Guns'Lawsuit on protestingFinancial Family Reunion SummitBreak: O. Sky2nd Segment (22:27)Quick UpdatesBrooklyn subway shooter arrestedLawsuit alleges university targeted Black, female studentsTalk of race, sex in schools divides AmericansOrlando's new summer youth employment programBreak: BrooklinQuick Hits (43:53)TSA agents find sword inside oblivious traveler's caneProtester tries to glue herself to basketball courtFun way to get $2,400Company settles dog-leasing allegations for...
2022-04-16
1h 09
The Black Agenda
S4E12: Can Black Culture Harm Us?
Adrian and Devin are excited to be with you to discuss a topic that might make you do a double-take as you are scrolling. They certainly support all elements of Black culture but wanted to provide a counter-narrative that says structural racism does and does not exist. To help, they are joined by Ronda Racha Penrice. All music in this episode by Josh Johnson. Sit back and listen well!1st Segment: Recognizing Black Culture (1:53)Who or what shapes Black cultureMisunderstanding of the value and roots of Black cultureHow a bad image in the media affects our...
2022-04-12
1h 05
The Black Agenda
WR#12: Paula Patton’s Fried Chicken, Black Doll Hung in School, Firing Squad&Electric Chair, LA Might Ban Mugshots, and More!
Adrian and Devin are back again to bring you Weekly Round-up #12. This is their way to deliver news and commentary in an insight and comedic way. Sit back and listen well!1st Segment (0:49)Sherly Lee Ralph wasn't 'Black enough' for tv roleBlack doll hung in classroomImprovements in K-12 school buildingsStacey Abrams criticized for millionaire statusFire squad or electric chair executionThe TSA's funny social media accountBreak: Spring Mornings2nd Segment (16:35)Quick UpdatesUkraine-Russian UpdateDirector Lee Daniels apologizes to Mo'NiqueLouisiana might ban mugshotsHouston neighborhood papered with racist flyersRihanna Debut's on Forbes's Billionaires ListAfrican immigrant 'double standard'Break: Patience
2022-04-09
1h 01
The Black Agenda
S4E11: The Battle Over School Boards
Adrian and Devin bring you another double-hitter with two great guests, Nadia Combs (School Board Chair, Hillsborough County Schools, FL) and Bishop Althea Greene (School Board Vice Chair, Shelby County Schools, TN), to discuss how school boards have had to adjust to the pandemic and politics in their school districts. Sit back and listen well!1st Segment: Rise in Attention (2:42)How school board races have changedBalancing public concern and health needs of districtRefocusing the attentionMental toll on board members due to death threatsB: The Big City by Pecan Pie2nd Segment: How School Boards Influence t...
2022-04-05
1h 11
The Black Agenda
WR#11: Will Slaps Chris, Maxine Says ”Go Home”, Japanese Penis Festival, the Best April Fool’s Jokes, and More!!!
Adrian and Devin are back at it with news, commentary, and humor. Stick around for the Quick Hits at the end. Sit back and listen well!1st Segment (1:07)Student awarded $90K for being bullied by teacherWill Smith is not a stain on the Black communitySenate Dems explain the path to voting rights and student loan forgivenessWoman writes letter in support of her kidnapperB: Trendsetter by Mood Maze2nd Segment (17:38)Quick UpdatesBiden-Harris $5.8T budget proposalPrediabetes doubles in childrenMaxine Waters tells homeless to "Go Home"$14M to Denver protestersOne of MSU's first black football players diesB:B...
2022-04-02
59 min
The Black Agenda
S4E10: Paying Attention to SCOTUS
After watching the hearing of SCOTUS Nominee Judge Jackson, Adrian and Devin thought it would be a great time to talk about SCOTUS. We have two experts with us to discuss the matter: Sarah Turberville (POGO) and Zinelle October (ACS). Sit back and listen well!1st: How SCOTUS Affects Policy (2:05)Original purpose of the CourtPower of judicial reviewLiving constitution or originalism on the BenchLife appointments and democracyB: The Way You Are (Josh Johnson)2nd: Partisanship Issues (20:42)Using a nonpartisan committee to nominate judgesHow to address partisanship with the CourtFavorability of court decisions affects viewpointWhy the G...
2022-03-29
1h 21
The Black Agenda
WR#10: Doctors & Death Threats, Mental Health Hotline, Pusha T Disses McDonald’s, Woman Calls Cops on KFC, and More!
Adrian and Devin are glad to be back with you to discuss breaking and major news this week. Some things you may have heard about. Others you probably do not know. Make sure you stick with us until the end for our funny Quick Hits. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (0:38)Deion Sanders blasts missing NFL teamsU.S.'s plan to end racial bias in home appraisalsPolice ticket and tow checkpoints in Jackson, MSThreat to "tar and feather" BLM StreetDoctors receiving death threatsNew names for military basesB: Bitcoin2nd Segment (19:10)Quick UpdatesBiden warns a...
2022-03-26
1h 04
The Black Agenda
S4E9: Raising Wages for Women
March is Women's History Month and last Tuesday (Mar 15, 2022) was Equal Pay Day. Adrian and Devin are joined by intern Mori Johnson to discuss pay disparities for women and other factors that stem out of unequal pay. Sit back and listen well!1st: Why Brittany Went to Russia (1:05)Russia has been a popular spot for female athletesTop salary of WNBA vs NBARevenue sharing is extremely low in the WNBAPoor situations for women's payBreak: A to the O2nd: Disparities for Women (14:15)Pay disparities for womenThe wealth gap for womenWomen are in more debtWomen have l...
2022-03-22
1h 01
The Black Agenda
WR#9: Slave Auction at Public School, Wells Fargo Loan Discrimination, Mike Tyson Ear Gummies, Man Catfished by Dad, and More!
Adrian and Devin are happy to be with you again to deliver news, commentary and humor in this edition of their Weekly Round-Up. Sit back and listen well!1st Segment (0:47)Uber's new fuel feeKim K's advice to poor peopleTX ballot rejections skyrocket'Slave Auction' at a public schoolWells Fargo refinance loans discriminationPoor People's Campaign for povertyBreak: Easy Saturday2nd Segment (18:40)Quick UpdatesGriner's detention extendedBlack city in TN taken over by stateGA bill to pay exonerated inmatesBlack prosecutor to lead PPP loan fraud crackdownExpansion of tax creditsEntrepreneur gives $200k worth of free gasOther stories to check o...
2022-03-19
59 min
The Black Agenda
S4E8: Better Understanding Crime
Adrian and Devin are bring you an episode to educate you on the rise in violent crime that the U.S. has experienced since 2020. To help us make sense of it all, we are joined by Dr. John K. Roman, a senior fellow in the Economics, Justice and Society Group at NORC at the University of Chicago. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment: The Rise in Crime (2:11)Is it just murders that we should be alarmed aboutWhat role is the media and social media playingUnsupported theories for the spike in crimeShould we blame "Defund the Po...
2022-03-16
52 min
The Black Agenda
WR#8: Brittney Griner Detained, Gas Prices Sacrifice for Ukraine, Putin Loses Head, Company Masturbation Breaks, and More!
Adrian and Devin are glad to be back with you to deliver the news mixed in with our commentary and humor. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (0:31)Reviving NYC's tourismRacism at iHeartMediaHealth implications of racismFederal prosecutors are getting blackerBrittney Griner detained in RussiaFirst Black-owned networking appBreak: Soul Searching2nd Segment (17:49)Emmett Till Antilynching Act passesJussie Smollett sentenced to 150 days in jailGas prices an American sacrifice for UkraineTexan QB won't face criminal charges'Black Panther' director mistaken for bank robberConnecting incarcerated with their familiesBreak: Come Vibe with MeQuick Hits (36:49)Bat flying around d...
2022-03-12
1h 02
The Black Agenda
S4E7: African Refugees Face Racism in Ukraine
Adrian and Devin are bringing you a different kind of episode this week. One that catches you up on why the conflict between Russia and Ukraine is taking place and how African refugees have been discriminated against compared to non-white refugees. We are also joined by one of our interns, Aidan Gonzales. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: The Russian Ukraine War and Why (3:09)History between Russia and UkrainePutin's stance on Ukraine and NATOHow the media is covering the warRussia misinformationEffects to Russia's economyBreak: Bitcoin2nd Segment: Mistreatment of Africans (20:10)How African refugees a...
2022-03-08
48 min
The Black Agenda
WR#7: Racial Equity Board, African Mistreatment in Ukraine, Silly String Shooting, TikTok Star Busted, and More!
Adrian and Devin are excited to bring you commentary and humor while discussing breaking news of the week. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (1:02)State of the Union RecapOfficer who shot Breonna Taylor found not guiltyBlack woman forced to back of airplaneNew Treasury Advisory Committee for racial equityFormer homeless couple helping the homelessBreak: The Way You Are (Josh Johnson)2nd Segment (16:33)Africans being mistreated in UkraineHug-a-thug intervention programMayor Lightfoot defamation lawsuitGov DeSantis says, "Take it off"Tucker Carlson asking for SCOTUS nominee's LSAT scoresBreak: I Have a ReservationQuick Hits (33:33)TikTok...
2022-03-05
56 min
The Black Agenda
S4E6: Black Fraternities and Sororities
Adrian and Devin are glad to be with you for HBCU Awareness Month. This year, we wanted to discuss our Greek organizations at our HBCUs. We are joined by 3 panelists for a discussion. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: History of the Divine 9 (4:01)Alpha Phi AlphaAlpha Kappa AlphaKappa Alpha PsiOmega Psi PhiDelta Sigma ThetaPhi Beta SigmaZeta Phi BetaSigma Gamma RhoIota Phi ThetaBreak: Flight to Tunisia 2nd Segment: Panel Discussion (18:14)Jasmine Powell (Delta Sigma Theta, Brown University)Randy Hill (Kappa Alpha Psi, North Carolina A&T)Raymond Gee Jr., E...
2022-03-01
50 min
The Black Agenda
WR#6: Russia Invasion, Tooth in Nose, Amazon Suspends BLM, Autopsy Initiative, and More!
Adrian and Devin are excited to be back with you to deliver the news, commentary, and humor. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (0:49)Biden administration to significantly ease pandemic mask guidelinesProposed $450M bridge threatens historic Black community in FloridaAbolition newspaper revivedColin Kaepernick’s Autopsy InitiativeWhite supremacy power grid attacksAmazon suspends BLM from charity platformBreak: Born a Rockstar2nd Segment (18:52)Russian invasionThe Queen is dead (fake news)Biden SCOTUS pickBaltimore Sun apologizes for role in racismMaternal death rate for Black mothers 3x higher than white mothersMost Americans against banning booksBreak: The JamQuick Hit...
2022-02-26
58 min
The Black Agenda
S4E5: What Should Reparations Be?
Adrian and Devin are joined by Dr. Amara Enyia (Movement 4 Black Lives) to discuss why Reparations must be a part of restorative justice for Black Americans. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: Why We Need Reparations (2:40)How should we structure the conversation of reparationsHow do we convince naysayers?What do you say to people who feel reparations should go to everyone, not just blacksBreak: Da Funky Rapsta2nd Segment: Best Forms of Reparations to Heal Our Communities (16:45)Should it be cash or something moreIs the federal government just stalling with H.R. 40?Break...
2022-02-22
1h 03
The Black Agenda
WR#5: Black Gay Priest, Russian Conflict Heating Up, Fake Black History Facts, Cash for Pics, and More
Adrian and Devin are back again to deliver the news, along with great commentary and humor. Don't forget to listen through to the funny Quick Hits. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (0:37)U.S. unveils tool to direct green investment to disadvantaged communities Trump must testify in New York investigation, judge rulesCherokee Nation acknowledges role in slaveryBias in Beijing OlympicsBlack History Month NewsFounder of tech firms named top Black-owned app developer in the U.S.Break: Twisted Bandits All Around 2nd Segment (19:56)Biden is ‘convinced’ Putin has decided to invade UkraineNational Archives: Trump took cl...
2022-02-19
57 min
The Black Agenda
WR#4: BLM Swimsuit, New Madam Hair Products, Biden and Crack Pipes, Fake Snow Olympics, and More
Adrian and Devin bring you Weekly Round-Up #4 jam packed with news, commentary, and humor. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (1:18)White House hosts Black History Month roundtableBLM swimsuit almost cost swimmerBlack pastors overwhelmed with mental health careNew bodycam appBlack Americans less likely to have will to pass down wealthSenators call for gas tax suspensionMadam C.J. Walker’s descendant relaunches the matriarch’s haircare lineBreak: Take It Easy2nd Segment (18:24)Biden on Ukraine situationAccess to three US-Canada border crossings cut offBiden Administration and crack pipesCA sues Tesla for racially segregated workplace2022 Beijing fake snowT...
2022-02-12
58 min
The Black Agenda
S4E4: Black Relationship Management
Adrian and Devin speak with Angela N. Holton about the state of Black relationships and how we can build strong, lasting relationships. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: How Black Issues Affect Dating (2:17)Current state of Black datingHow Black issues affect our datingWhat is Black loveBreak: Twisted Bandits All Around Me2nd Segment: Gender Roles in Black Dating (15:44)Black Male FragilityAre gender roles relevant in today's cultureSupport equals listeningBreak: This is a Jazz Station3rd Segment: Strengthening Black Relationship (36:04)Choosing qualities for you and your partnerInstilling health, stable relationshipsBreak: Bit Coin
2022-02-08
55 min
The Black Agenda
WR#3: The Crown Act, Whoopi Suspended, Brian Flores Sues NFL, Rihanna Pregnancy, and More
Adrian and Devin bring you breaking news and major stories of the week. Mixed with some comedy, music, and commentary, you'll certainly enjoy. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (0:33)Crown Act for Black HairstylesCorporate America Failing to Deliver on PromisesHBCU Bomb ThreatsNicki Minaj and Motherhood ChangeWhoopi Goldberg Suspended for Holocaust CommentsParty Supplies for Black ChildrenBreak: Cooper Ave2nd Segment (18:36)Quick UpdatesNew Intel with RussiaGiuliani on "The Masked Singer"Brian Flores Sues NFLBlack Woman Gets 6 Years for Registering to VoteNYC Salary Ranges LawTaste the Diaspora Break: Flight to TunisiaQuick Hits (40:54)Baby D...
2022-02-05
1h 00
The Black Agenda
S4E3: Black Contributions to America’s Success
Happy Black History Month! Adrian and Devin are excited to be with you to discuss how our People have contributed to the success of America. We discuss several individuals you probably have not heard about but have done major things for our nation. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: Healthcare (0:45)Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett Mary Eliza MahoneyDr. Marilyn Hughes GastonDr. James McCune SmithBreak: Sour Apples2nd Segment: Business (10:50)George and Joan JohnsonAnnie Turnbo MaloneMary Van Brittan BrownBreak: Side Steppin3rd Segment: Technology (17:50)Otis BoykinRoy L Clay, Sr.Patricia BathDr. Mark DeanBreak: Mirror Mi...
2022-02-01
47 min
The Black Agenda
WR#2: SCOTUS Opening, Biden Cursing, ”Black”is Weird, School Cancels Civil Rights Seminar, and More
Adrian and Devin bring you news, commentary, and humor through breaking stories of the week. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (0:23)Supreme Court Retire Opens New Seat Florida School District Cancels Civil Rights Seminar Georgia Pastor, Wife Arrested After 8 Found Locked In BasementBlack Man’s Conviction Reversed in Nevada Due to ‘Racial Stereotypes’ U.S. Rep. Cori Bush’s Car Struck By Gunfire, No One InjuredSchool offers Full Tuition to 58 students After a Scholarship Award Message ErrorBlack Enrollment in Med School Jumps 21%Break: The Thought of You2nd Segment (17:58)Quick UpdatesMorehouse College Launches Institute T...
2022-01-29
59 min
The Black Agenda
S4E2: Is Virtual Learning Hurting Students?
Adrian and Devin sit down with Florida Education Association President Andrew Spar to discuss how virtual learning is impacting students and communities. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: Analyzing the Virtual Classroom Environment (2:17)The task that district leaders, administrators, teachers, staff and even parents dealt with going fully remoteHow can we work on attending to the other factors in student’s lives that affect their virtual learning experienceBreak: Straight Fuse2nd Segment: Effects of Race on Virtual Learning (11:46)What makes Black/Hispanic students more susceptible to learning loss during the pandemicHow does poverty fac...
2022-01-25
1h 03
The Black Agenda
S4WR1: White Discomfort Bill, Senate Candidate Lights Up, Pastor Todd Apologizes, MLK’s Niece vs Black Fathers
Adrian and Devin are excited to be back with you to bring you the first Weekly Round-Up of Season 4. We have plenty of news to cover, so Sit back and listen well!1st Segment (0:45)Passing of Delta Sigma Theta National PresidentVoting Rights Bill BlockedAt-Home COVID TestWhite Discomfort BillBan on Congress Trading StockMaya Angelou QuarterBreak: Bonfire2nd Segment (18:45)Ukraine Russia TensionsHistorical Black Churches Receive Major DonationInexperienced, Uncertified Teachers at Black and Latino SchoolsJay-Z's Team Roc vs Kansas City PoliceMLK's Niece and Myths about Black FathersWillie O'Ree Congressional Gold MedalBreak: Jazz MangoQuick Hits (32:15)...
2022-01-22
52 min
The Black Agenda
S4, E1:Biden’s First Year
Adrian and Devin are joined by Marc Morial (National Urban League President and CEO) to discuss the legacy of Dr. King and what we need to do currently to bring about social justice. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: The Black American Dream (2:30)How would you grade the Administration and Congress?What is on the Black Agenda for 2022Break: Staycation2nd Segment: Thankful of the Victories (14:12)What is the response from all these legislation?Is the media and critics confusing the public?What do you think it will take for congress to bypass...
2022-01-17
54 min
The Black Agenda
S3, E23: Can We Afford This Spending?
Adrian and Devin bring you the last episode for Season 3. They are joined by Amy Hanauer from ITEP to discuss all of the recent government spending. Happy Holidays. Be sure to join us in Jan 2022 for Season 4!!! Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (2:13)Government spending on critical areas like infrastructure, healthcare, internet, water, and others, to correct inefficienciesHow should we frame the conversation around government spendingUnderinvestment in various communities Break: Soul Searching2nd Segment (13:45) Benefits of BBBDisincentives to opportunity and wealthDisadvantages of increasing monopolizationBreak: Chef Brian3rd Segment (28:40)How do you thi...
2021-12-14
1h 01
The Black Agenda
WR#25: Jussie Smollett Found Guilty, Los Angeles Compared to ”The Purge”, Child Tax Credits in Jeopardy, Camel Beauty Contest, and More
Adrian and Devin bring you the last Weekly Round-Up of 2021. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment (0:40)Jussie Smollett found guilty in hate crime hoaxTN Teacher Matthew Hawn Fired for 'Forcing' White Privilege ViewsChris Cuomo fired from CNNLAPD Detective compares Los Angeles to 'The Purge' due to rise in crimeDictionary.com anoints allyship word of the year for 2021Amazon to launch accelerator program for real estate developers of colorBreak: X-Ray Vision2nd Segment (17:40)Black Community displaced for Uni of GAFBI may close police use-of-force database due to lack of officer participationLawsuit claims that Harvard ma...
2021-12-12
1h 00
The Black Agenda
S3,E22: The Era of Misinformation
Adrian and Devin speak with Mike Webb from the News Literacy Project about how fake news and misinformation have mislead people. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: The Rise in Misinformation (2:30)When did being loose with the truth and pushing conspiracy theories take hold in our politics?How do we protect freedom of speech while controlling the level of misinformation on the internet?7 Areas of a Credible News SourceBreak: Soul Searching2nd Segment: Separating Fact from Fiction (10:11)What tips can you give us to make sure we stick to the PEP method when...
2021-12-07
50 min
The Black Agenda
WR#24: SCOTUS Hearing Abortion, Africa Needs Vaccines, MI School Shooting, Dick Pound, and More
Adrian and Devin are back from their Thanksgiving Break to bring you another edition of news, commentary, and jokes. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment (0:50)Trevor Noah and VaccinesSCOTUS Hearing Abortion CaseMissing/Murdered Black Women Task ForceLow Vaccine Rates in AfricaKevin Strickland ExoneratedBreak: Mirror Mind2nd Segment (20:58)Quick UpdatesNetflix Using Black BanksRacism in LandlordsMichigan School ShootingFL Civilian Military Force2 Year Old GeniusBreak: Early ArvilQuick Hits (39:11)Will Smith Shows Grandma a Sex SceneReindeer BurglarPastor Preaches Approved Martial RapeWoman Breastfeeding Cat on PlaneRandom Bowls of Mashed PotatoesDick PoundBreak: BrooklinEnding (54:54)L...
2021-12-04
1h 01
The Black Agenda
S3,E21: Can Infrastructure Promote Inequality
Adrian and Devin speak with Nicole Ndumele from the Center for American Progress about how fixing our nation's infrastructure will improve inequality. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment: This is Not a New Issue (2:15)How to frame the conversation around raceDisplacement of Black families during interstate systemBreak: Nilly Willy2nd Segment: The Effects of Inequitable Infrastructure (12:47)Blight caused by poor infrastructureDangers of inequitable infrastructureWhat brought us to this crisisBreak: Cabellero3rd Segment: What’s Currently on the Table (22:37)How do Blacks and other groups ensure a seat at the tableMessage to Bide...
2021-11-30
46 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E20: The Black Diet and Intuitive Eating
Adrian and Devin speak with Chrystina Johnson about factors of the Black Diet that have affected our health along with tips for budgeting and meal prep. We even discuss a newer concept called Intuitive Eating. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: How Can Food Be Harmful (2:10)How food has impacted generational healthMoral values on certain foodsFood freedomBreak: Staycation2nd Segment: Teaching Our People about Healthy Eating (10:55)Building a healthy relationship with foodGetting legislative changesShopping in the organic sectionsTips for budgeting and meal prepBreak: Tubby3rd Segment: Healing our Bodies (26:53)People who a...
2021-11-23
51 min
The Black Agenda
WR#23: Rittenhouse Verdict, BBB Passes House, Peng Shuai Missing, Young Dolph Shooting
Adrian and Devin bring you breaking news of the week along with funny Quick Hits. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: (0:23)Rittenhouse verdict sets new legal precedent on White PrivilegeThe House passes a $2 trillion spending bill, but braces for changes in the SenateAll American adults now eligible for coronavirus booster shotsFeds to investigate Texas school district for civil rights violationsMississippi School Boards Association leaving national group after federal aid requestAmerican Psychological Association Apologizes for Role in Promoting, Perpetuating, and Failing to Challenge Racism in U.SSpelman Graduate Claudia Walker Is Teaching Kids About HBCUs In N...
2021-11-20
53 min
The Black Agenda
S3, E19: Taxing for a Better America
Adrian and Devin speak with Dr. William Gale, Co-Director of the Tax Policy Center about how tax policy creates inequality. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: How Tax Policy Leads to Inefficiency and Inequality (2:07)How do tax policies promote inequalityThe handling of local property taxesTrickle-Down EconomicsBreak: Tea Time2nd Segment: Current Tax Policy (14:19)Getting rid of loopholesRise in income inequality due to taxationHow should we tax the super wealthyBreak: Supreme3rd Segment: Reforming the System (30:50)Would a consumption tax helpShould governments use taxes to redistribute resourcesMaking the system for everyoneBreak: Chocolate C...
2021-11-16
59 min
The Black Agenda
WR#22: Travis Scott AstroWorld, Ben and Jerry‘s Police Abuse, Racial Bullying Suicide, Hunger Strike for Voting Rights
Adrian and Devin bring you some important stories in the community along with some updates. Make sure you stick around for our funny Quick Hits section. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (0:52)Travis Scott Astroworld TragedyBen & Jerry's co-founders: Police abuse of Black people is a 'white problem'Michigan $600 million—preventing it would have cost $80/day Family Wants Answers After Girl With Autism, 10, Commits Suicide After Racial Bullying At SchoolChicago Man Alleges Racism, Redlining In Federal Civil Lawsuit Against U.S. BankMaryland teacher Keishia Thorpe wins $1 million global educator prizeBreak: Whitefish Salad2nd Segment (18:46)Quick Upda...
2021-11-13
54 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E18: How You Broke the Supply Chain
Adrian and Devin speak with Professor Yossi Sheffi of MIT about the supply chain and what we can expect to see this Holiday Season. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment: How the Global Supply Chain Worked Before 2020 (2:52)How connected are we and how quickly can we recoverWhat were we ignoringBreak: Soul Searching2nd Segment: The Perfect Storm for a Supply Chain Shortage (16:24)Major factors attributing to the shortagesIs the labor shortage having an impactBreak: Take It Easy3rd Segment: What’s the Future of the Global Supply Chain (36:40)What will 2021 Holiday Shop...
2021-11-09
1h 05
The Black Agenda
WR#21: Infrastructure Bill Passed, Henry Ruggs Faces 46 Years, ”Floyd Got What He Deserved”, Cardi B ”You” Stalked
Adrian and Devin deliver the news and Quick Hits to get you going and keep you updated this weekend. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment (0:24)Ye calls Big Sean, John Legend 'sellouts' for being 'used by the Democrats'The House passed the infrastructureAlabama Judge Booted After Saying George Floyd ‘Got What He Deserved'Philadelphia To Prohibit Cops From Enforcing Minor Traffic Infractions To End DrivingWhile Black IncidentsGreg Abbott Joins Probe to Investigate Books About RacismBlack Inventor of Entrepreneurship Board Game to Be Featured on History Channel SpecialBreak: Cocktails2nd Segment (18:00)Quick UpdatesHenry Ruggs faces 46 years in p...
2021-11-06
54 min
The Black Agenda
City and State Elections Special
Adrian and Devin discuss some of the local and state elections happening in 2021. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: Races to Watch (0:20)Special Elections Governor RacesState Legislature RacesMayoral RacesCity Council RacesBreak: The Jam2nd Segment: Test of Trump’s Hold on Politics (14:30)1st Elections since Trump left and Biden took officeWhat do polls say about which party America trusts Who has the most riding on these electionsBreak: Jazz MangoEnding (23:00)"Weekly Round-Up #21" (Nov 6, 2021)"Pandemic Supply Chain Failure" featuring Pro. Yossi Sheffi of MIT (Nov 9, 2021)DonateCharity of the Month: American Diabetes AssociationLike, Follo...
2021-11-02
29 min
The Black Agenda
WR#20: $450K, but No Reparations, Can‘t Call People Victims, GOP Involvement in Jan 6th, Blackface Costume
Adrian and Devin bring you breaking news of the week along with funny Quick Hits. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment (0:32)Ohio school board president to resign after refusing to vote against anti-racism resolutionBiden administration could pay $450K per victim of Trump’s border separation...but no reparationsKyle Rittenhouse Trial: Lawyers Can’t Call 2 People Killed “Victims”New research about the Black community in Buffalo "55% of the population is spending 30% or more of their income on housing," 'We need a change' records show Black students suspended at higher rate in Polk County and around the countryGoog...
2021-10-30
55 min
The Black Agenda
How an Independent Redistricting Commission Reinforces Equality
Adrian and Devin speak with Commissioner Elaine Frazier of the New York Independent Redistricting Commission about all the talk around IRCs and redistricting. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: Why Do We Need IRCs? (1:40)The input from citizensBackground around redistrictingBreak: Life After Death2nd Segment: The Inner Workings of NY IRC (13:24)Identifying communities of interestTrade-off when public is not involvedShowing communities that redistricting is importantBreak: Body and Attitude3rd Segment: Are IRCs the better solution? (28:24)How to improve IRCsTakeaways from the Commission's bipartisanshipEnsuring diversity on CommissionsBreak: Chocolate Cookie JamEnding (49:17)
2021-10-28
55 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E17: Start Paying Attention to Redistricting
Adrian and Devin speak with Dan Vicuna of Common Cause about how political powers try to control redistricting. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: Why Redistricting is Important (1:49)The before and after the Baker RulingPoliticians picking their votersHave politicians always had the powerBreak: X-Ray Vision2nd Segment: The Harm of Gerrymandering (13:55)Fairness over party platformRole of the two party systemCould a 3rd or 4th party helpBreak: Feather Duster3rd Segment: Getting the Public to Take Notice (20:54)Freedom to Vote ActGerrymandering effects on Black and brown candidatesWork of Common CauseBreak: Cooper Ave
2021-10-26
41 min
The Black Agenda
WR#19: Colin Powell Passes Away, Don Lemon ”Weak Biden”, Jury Selection Ahmaud Arbery Case, Escobar‘s Hippos Legal Persons
Adrian and Devin bring you the breaking news of the week along with funny or odd Quick Hits. Sit back and listen well.1st SegmentBlack Senate candidates fundraising successesColin Powell passes awayBoard rules racism a public health crisis in New York CityOklahoma hit with ACLU lawsuit challenging its ban of critical race theoryDon Lemon unleashes on ‘weak’ Biden, Democrats not doing enough for Black votersKey points of the executive order for Black AmericaBreak: A Walk Through the Park2nd Segment10-Year-Old Black girl arrested and handcuffed at schoolJustice Department vs RedliningMayor Bottoms thoughtful jail...
2021-10-23
52 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E16: Black Civic Engagement
Adrian and Devin speak with Melanie Campbell of The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation about why everyone from Black, to women, to LGBTQ+, and whoever else should be engagement with our democracy. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment: Political Parties and Elections Engagement (2:08)Doing more than just voting during electionsDemocrat and Republican effect on engagementDid we stop after the Civil Rights legislationBreak: Staycation2nd Segment: Work of The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (16:35)The mission of NCBCPMobilizing the next generation of leadersEmpowering women in politics and engagementBreak: Heartbreak3rd Segment: D...
2021-10-19
53 min
The Black Agenda
WR #18: Cop Drags Disabled Driver, Jon Gruden Not Fired for Black Insults, Teaching Opposing Holocaust Views, Bath Birth Control
Adrian and Devin bring you breaking news of the week along with funny Quick Hits. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment (0:27)COVID leading cause of death in copsPolice drag paraplegic driver out of carBlack students suspended after planning protest for Confederate flagJon Gruden not fired for Black insultsTucker Carlson mocks Sec. Buttigieg for paternity leaveBreak: Twisted Bandits All Around Me2nd Segment (18:50)Bill to end animal testingFlint 2.0Teaching opposing Holocaust viewsStudent uprising at Howard UniversityUnvaccinated Kyrie Irving compared to HIV positive Magic JohnsonNew Sneaker Culture CommunityBreak: BenjiQuick Hits (36:42)New Zealand f...
2021-10-16
56 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E15: Why Is Dave Chappelle Being Cancelled
Adrian and Devin talk about Comedian Dave Chappelle's new Netflix special "The Closer" and bring back some comments from Comedian Josh Johnson. Music compliments of Josh Johnson. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: "The Closer" Review (0:20)Break: The Way You Are2nd Segment: "Cancel Comedy" with Josh Johnson (21:18)Break: Fast ForwardEnding (48:25)Upcoming Episodes:"Weekly Round-Up #18" (Oct 16, 2021)"Minority Civic Engagement" featuring Melanie Campbell (Oct 19, 2021)DonateCharity of the Month: Race ForwardLike, Follow, Share, SubscribeThanks and Farewell See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2021-10-12
53 min
The Black Agenda
WR #17: Chappelle Controversy, Facebook Whistleblower, No Charges in Blake Shooting, Tesla and Racial Slurs
Adrian and Devin bring you the news for the week. Plenty of commentary and discussion along with their funny Quick Hits. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment (0:45)NBA and Tests for WeedChappelle Stand-up ControversyNo Charges for Cop in Jacob Blake ShootingTexas Shooting and BullyingTesla Pays for Racial SlursBreak: River City2nd Segment (16:29)Recap SectionGlobal Corporate Minimum Tax Execution of a Man with Child's IQDelta Variant Worker ShortageFacebook WhistleblowerBlack Men's SummitBreak: Liquid TimeQuick Hits (33:20)CA Man Sues PsychicWoman Charged for Crying During SurgeryDollar Tree Ups PricesFacebook Pic Gets Meth Man BustedSquirrel St...
2021-10-10
50 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E14: Religion and Social Justice
Adrian and Devin speak with Dr. Joel Hunter about how our country should handle religious and social justice issues. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: Religion's Influence on Culture and Politics (1:33)Separation of Church and StateAre Church and State Truly SeparatedHow Religion Counsel Shapes PolicymakingBreak: Before I Go2nd Segment: Can Religion and Social Justice Co-Exist (11:11)Equal Treatment When It Compromises BeliefsConcern for the Collide of Religious and Political BeliefsBreak: Meeka3rd Segment: Prioritizing Faith and Fairness (29:04)Getting Our Society to Care About Their Fellow CitizensSocial Change Does Not Mean Rejection...
2021-10-05
57 min
The Black Agenda
WR#16: Rep. Cori Bush Reveals Abortion, AL Uses Virus Money for Prisons, Unreported Police Killings, Black Woman KKK Member, and More
Adrian and Devin bring you their news commentary over some of this week's major headlines. Stick around until the end for their funny Quick Hits. This week's music is compliments of Comedian Josh Johnson. Sit Back and Listen Well. 1st Segment (0:27)CA Beachfront Property Returned After 100 YearsRep. Cori Bush Reveals AbortionR. Kelly Found GuiltyCDC Will Study Guns in AmericaCall for Global Black UnityNick Cannon Pays for HBCU Students' DebtBreak: The Way You Are2nd Segment (17:08)Former Nazi Secretary to be ChargedNew COVID-19 PillAL Virus Money Funding PrisonsOver Half of Police Killings go UnreportedVote by Y...
2021-10-02
50 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E13: Shock in the Labor Market
Adrian and Devin speak with Valerie Wilson from the EPI about how the pandemic has affected the Labor Market for all parties involved. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment: Year of the Worker (1:51)Will this new wave be sustainable for workersWhat's driving the increase in resignationsWorking to live vs Living to workBreak: Poppin off the Rip2nd Segment: Employers React to Change (14:18)Getting employers to value people over profitsWhat should be done about raising wagesWhy "business as usual" won't work anymore for employersBreak: Trapped3rd Segment: Governmental Response (25:10)Getting government to...
2021-09-28
53 min
The Black Agenda
WR#15: TN Shooting, Special Envoy Resigns, Police Reform Collapses, Gorilla Oral Sex in Zoo
Adrian and Devin bring you news and commentary for the week along with some jokes and Quick Hits. Sit back and Listen Well.1st Segment (0:44)TN Deadly ShootingGoFundMe Shows Inefficiencies in SocietyUS Special Envoy to Haiti ResignsFree In-School Grocery StoreKanye and Donda AcademyBreak: Patience2nd Segment (21:41)Jan 6th Committee Issues SubpoenasMichael K Williams AutopsyAre Supreme Court Justices PoliticiansPolice Reform Negotiations CollapseElectoral Maps Show Prejudice and DiscriminationFlying Microchips for Population SurveillanceBreak: TubbyQuick Hits (40:06)Samuel Adams Illegal New BeerGorilla Oral Sex in ZooNASA's Big New TelescopeParty Bus Used for Field TripPet Detective on...
2021-09-26
1h 00
The Black Agenda
S3 Special: Learning From Marcus Bullock
Adrian speaks to Marcus Bullock about his time in prison and his work now as a social justice entrepreneur. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (1:43)Being sentenced to prisonMental health of incarceratedBreak: Sweet Tides2nd Segment (11:53)Mission of FlikshopFlikshop Angel ProgramAdvice to other social justice entrepreneursBreak: Noble Dub3rd Segment (23:11)Work at the Justice Policy InstituteFinal MessageBreak: How It BeganEnding (30:35)Upcoming Episodes:"Weekly Round-Up #15" (Sept 25, 2021)"Shock in the Labor Market" (Sept 28, 2021)DonateCharity of the Month: 100 Black Men of AmericaLike, Follow, Share, SubscribeThanks and Farewell See acast...
2021-09-23
33 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E12: Taxation Imbalance Crippling Communities
Adrian and Devin speak with Kyra Roby, Policy Analyst for OneVoice, about how taxation imbalance affects communities and causes injustices. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (1:49)Why is taxation reform importantWho is paying the most in taxes in MSIs race a big issueBreak: The Lone Woodlouse2nd Segment (12:21)The creation of sales taxSmall gaps, big effectsBreak: It'll Be Alright3rd Segment (23:08)Introducing reformsWork of OneVoice on taxation reformWill this scare businesses awayBreak: X-Ray VisionFinal Message (38:47)Break: Poppin Off the RipEnding (46:54)Upcoming Episodes:"Prison to Success...
2021-09-21
52 min
The Black Agenda
WR#14: Pizza Roll Pooper, Chicago Suing Gangs, Obama Killed RockNRoll, Nicki Minaj‘s Tweets
Adrian and Devin cover breaking news of the week along with some oddities here and there. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment (0:37)FL Gov and "Black Joy"Chicago Suing GangsHaitian Migrants in TXNY Changes ParoleObama Killed Rock n RollLargest Black Woman-Owned Beverage CompanyBreak: Come Vibe with Me2nd Segment (17:27)FDA on Booster Shoots for 16+Nicki Minaj's Vaccine TweetsLosing Youth to Phones and AppsGOP Gov Survives RecallTrump NewsBreak: Chef BrianQuick Hits (33:34)101 Year Old Lobster Hauling LadyWinnie the Pooh's BearbnbEl Chapo's Safehouse up for GrabsWorld's Whitest Pain Reflects Solar RadiationPizza Roll PooperLady B...
2021-09-18
51 min
The Black Agenda
S3 Special: Changing the Narrative on Marijuana Policy
Adrian speaks with Steve Hawkins, Executive Director of the Marijuana Policy Project and President/CEO of the U.S. Cannabis Council. 1st Segment: Current State and Federal Policy (1:42)What are the main obstaclesWorking on a more state levelOpposition from the GOPMarijuana testing for employmentBreak: Where To2nd Segment: Marijuana Taxation and Industry Opportunities (15:09)Taxation benefitsRooting out the black marketBreak: Body and Attitude3rd Segment: Lobbying for Change (24:20)Creating an equitable values driven industryEducation in investment opportunitiesGetting past the negative stigmasBreak: Twisted Bandits All Around MeFinal Message (38:20)Break: Road Trip
2021-09-16
47 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E11: The Bill Cosby Case Explained
Adrian and Devin speak with Damian Jackson about the Cosby Case and get to the real facts. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment: The Early Case (3:00)Allegations vs Bringing Charges/Criminal vs Civil CasesPurpose of statute of limitationsBreak: Side Steppin2nd Segment: The Later Case (16:17)How did a deal like this for Cosby come aboutAre deals like these unusualWhat changed between the 10 years that convicted CosbyBreak: Sunday Morning3rd Segment: Where Do We Go From Here (26:25)What flaws in the system does this exposeThe challenge of law during times of social j...
2021-09-14
50 min
The Black Agenda
WR#13: 9/11 Remembrance, Vaccine Mandates, FB A.I. Primate Incident, 3rd Political Party, 19 Tarantulas and a Python
Adrian and Devin bring you their commentary and jokes on some of the major headlines of the week along with some lighter Quick Hits. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment (0:25)9/11 RemembranceMedicated without ConsentVaccine MandatesRise in Suicide RatesManchin vs SandersNew Tax ProposalsBreak: Flight to Tsunia2nd Segment (17:40)DOJ Sues TX Over AbortionNew Memoir OutFB A.I. Primate IncidentMichael K William Dies at 543rd Political PartyExonerated 5 Member for OfficeBreak: One Last TimeQuick Hits (32:45)Strangest McDonald's LocationsBig Lottery Winner$1,300 for Watching Horror MoviesDigital Currency Mining SchemeLost Dog's Solo Bus Ride19 Tarantulas and a P...
2021-09-11
51 min
The Black Agenda
Labor Day Economic Special
Adrian and Devin discuss economic news and give financial tips. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (0:35)Disappointing Jobs ReportBuying a New CarNo Inheritance for YouIRS Warns of ScamsBreak: Walk through the Park2nd Segment (16:23)Pandemic UE Benefits EndingBudgeting Tip Using Different BanksFinding a Financial AdvisorBreak: LotteryEnding (31:47)Upcoming Episodes:"Weekly Round-Up #13" (Sept 11, 2021)"The Case Against Bill Cosby" (Sept 14, 2021)DonateCharity of the Month: 100 Black Men of AmericaLike, Follow, Share, SubscribeThanks and Farewell See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2021-09-07
37 min
The Black Agenda
WR#12: Abortion, Handguns, Unemployment, Child Sex Abuse, Drake, Demons, MJ‘s Underwear
Adrian and Devin deliver their commentary on breaking news, major headlines, and funny odd news. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment (0:20)Illinois Schools Allowing Students 5 Mental Health DaysTexas Abortion LawHurricane Ida NewsNo Permit Or Training Required To Carry HandgunNew Police, Cops Only "if necessary" Break: Scratch the Itch2nd Segment (17:38)Black Unemployment RisesHaitian-American Woman Named an African QueenCandace Owens Denied Service at COVID Test SiteBishop Sycamore Ohio SchoolApple Delaying Plan To Scan U.S. iPhones For Images Of Child Sex AbuseFirst Generation InvestorsBlack MothersBreak: A to the OQuick Hits (34:15)Woman ch...
2021-09-04
53 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E10: Prison Reform
Adrian and Devin speak with Khalil Cumberbatch from the Council on Criminal Justice on prison reform. 1st Segment: The Idea Behind The Modern Prison (2:49)Understanding the modern-day prison systemYouth wrapped in prisonBreak: Heart Break2nd Segment: The Era of Mass Incarceration (17:01)Private prisons vs public prisonsTurning a blind eye to prisonersPoliticians using racial rhetoric to promote fearBreak: Take It Easy 3rd Segment: Reforming The System (38:17)Ways to reform prisonsHow crime affects are take on prisonBreak: Oh FireFinal Message (54:45)Break: Sirius JazzEnding (64:45)Upcoming Episodes:"Weekly Round-Up #12" (Sept 4, 2021)"A...
2021-09-01
1h 10
The Black Agenda
WR#11: Bombing, Death Sentence, the N-word, Evictions, Jesse Jackson, Worming Meds
Adrian and Devin bring you their commentary on some major headlines along with other bits and pieces of news happening around us. Sit back and listen well. 1st Segment: (0:28)Afghan BombingHBCU Record EnrollmentSchool District Opt Out of Free LunchFired for Being GayHurricane IdaDylann Roof Death SentenceJohn Lewis Voting Rights ActBreak: Squadda Bambino Tumblr2nd Segment: (16:30)Fortnite and MLKOnlyFans UpdateBlack Officer Using N-WordCapitol Police sue TrumpSupreme Court Allows EvictionsBlack Girl MagicBreak: Bay Street Billionaires3rd Segment (31:18)Biden's Approval RatingsMasking and the HolocaustHerschel Walker for SenateGet Paid to be SoberUpdate on Rev Jesse JacksonWorming M...
2021-08-28
1h 01
The Black Agenda
S3,E9: The War on Drugs (Blacks)
Adrian and Devin speak with Amy Fettig, Executive Director of The Sentencing Project about the War on Drugs aka the War on Blacks. Sit back and listen well!1st Segment: The War on Drugs (2:30)Drug policy in the 70s, 80s, and 90sWar on BlacksThe 1994 Crime BillBreak: Disco Knights2nd Segment: Current Domestic and international Drug Policy (25:17)Do we need to be more like Germany and PortugalHow race played into response of opioid crisis vs crack epidemicBreak: Triforce3rd Segment: What Do We Do Now? (37:51)Teaching drug culture and usageWhat are our biggest...
2021-08-24
1h 04
The Black Agenda
WR#10: OnlyFans, Bomb Threat, Disney World Robots, New Black Wall Street, BLM Targeted
Adrian and Devin bring you their commentary on some of the major headlines of the week. Some funny, some serious, and some crazy. Sit back and listen well.1st Segment (0:44)US targeted Black Lives Matter MovementOnlyFans changing the rulesGeorgia 95% voter registrationDeath toll rises in HaitiFacebook vs the FTCHelp with black homeownershipBreak: Take It Easy2nd Segment (20:01)COVID spreading due to Black people?Booster shoots needed in 8 monthsAlabama runs out of ICU bedsBomb threat near the CapitolJim Crow culture with the Syracuse PoliceT-Mobile data breachNew Black Wall StreetHelp with childhood traumaBreak: SleepwalkerQuick Hits (40:59)
2021-08-21
59 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E8: The History of Weed in America
Adrian and Devin speak with John Hudak on his writings and research about weed in America.1st Segment: Early Perceptions and Uses of Marijuana (2:07)How attaching weed to blacks and minorities helped make and keep weed illegalAttitude of weed during the start of America through the 1900sRequirement to grow hempIgnoring the medical benefits of weedFounding Fathers grew hempBreak: Philly Crew2nd Segment: Marijuana Goes Mainstream and Public Perception Changes (16:17)The Anslinger CrusadeHow did politicians benefits from the crusade against weedShifting the conversation to a labor policy issueHow weed can create opportunities for minority communitiesBreak...
2021-08-17
1h 06
The Black Agenda
WR#9: Cuomo Resigns, Black Man Gunned Down, Census Numbers, Afghan War, Mask Fight, Hurled Axe, Friend Shooting
Adrian and Devin bring you their commentary over major headlines of the week...some serious and some funny. Enjoy!1st Segment (0:27)Cuomo ResignsJR Smith petitions to play golf after enrolling at North Carolina A&TBlack man gunned down by white security guard over loud music dispute in MemphisMeet the 1st Black Author to Create Phonics Workbooks That Drastically Improve reading skills in 30 Days or LessBlack Startup CompanyBlack Lives Matter Utah chapter president steps down after death threats for comments about US flagU.S. Census NumbersBreak: Scratch the Itch2nd Segment (20:23)Founder of Black Family-Owned...
2021-08-14
54 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E7: Athletes and Mental Health
Adrian and Devin speak with Doug Middleton, Carolina Panthers Safety and Founder of Dream the Impossible, about the Mental Health Movement in athletes today. 1st Segment: Who is Doug Middleton (2:17)Mental health in the NFLPressure on athletes when it comes to taking care of family and financesBeing able to impact the communityBreak: Take it Easy2nd Segment: Addressing Mental Health Today (15:56)The mental health movement todayWhat the NFL does for playersWhat can fans do for playersCriticizing athletesBreak: Chef Brian3rd Segment: Dream the Impossible (32:18)What DTI does in communitiesThe goal of DTI f...
2021-08-10
1h 10
The Black Agenda
WR#8: Lynched Man Charged, C-Murder Hunger Strike, Phoenix Police, Student Loans, "Jetpack Guy", Fake Vaccine Cards
Adrian and Devin bring you some of the major headlines of the week.1st Segment (0:47)Racial Profiling During Home TourLynched Man Charged by AttackersFrontier Passenger Charged for GropingGov. Andrew Cuomo Aide Files Criminal ChargesC-Murder on Hunger StrikeBreak: Soul Searching2nd Segment (19:17)US to Probe Phoenix PoliceNew Eviction BanFlorida’s New COVID HighUS to Require COVID-19 shots for Foreign TravelersStudent Loan ExtensionTarget Rolls Out Debt-Free College DegreesFAMU Forgives $16 Million in Student DebtAllyson Felix 10 Olympic MedalsBreak: Come Get ItQuick Hits (38:00)Rihanna Billionaire StatusFish with Human TeethFake Vaccination CardsVenomous Snake on the LooseFBI Investigating "Je...
2021-08-07
59 min
The Black Agenda
S3,E6: Policing After George Floyd
Adrian and Devin speak with Shaun D. Ferguson, Superintendent of Police for the city of New Orleans.1st Segment: The Morale and Mental Health of Officers (2:30)The ever growing list of responsibilitiesHow being villainized affects officersTelling the narrative of officersBreak: Mission to Mars by Audio Hertz2nd Segment: Hiring, Training, and Retention (14:13)Training officers to not be biasHow have protests affected hiring abilityMore funding for hiring and trainingEducational requirements and retentionBreak: Giant iPhone by RAGE3rd Segment: Community Policing (28:30)Getting people in the community to join the forceDo officers report other officersBreak...
2021-08-03
50 min
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up #7: Simone Biles, Obama&NBA Africa, Crump vs J&J, DaBaby, Surgeon Divorces Hooker
Adrian and Devin bring you some of this week's Breaking News along with their Quick Hits. 1st Segment (0:40)DOJ to Sue TexasJan 6 Select Committee UpdateSimone Biles WithdrawsNo Eviction Ban ExtensionObama and NBA AfricaBreak: Six Seasons2nd Segment (15:56)COVID UpdateBen Crump vs Johnson and JohnsonDepartment of Public Safety Replacing Police2020 Tokyo Olympics Medal Count for USBreak: Dulce ReggaetonQuick Hits (32:11)DaBaby Against HIV+ People3 Cousins Giving Birth to Twins SimultaneouslyJay-Z and Will Smith Invest in Landis$100 Million Sapphire ClusterSEC Invites OK and Texas for 2025NYC Surgeon Divorces Wife Due to Being a HookerBreak: L...
2021-07-31
55 min
The Black Agenda
S3, E5: Black Women and The Workplace
Adrian and Devin have a conversation with Jennifer R. Farmer about her new book, First and Only: A Black Woman's Guide to Thriving at Work and in Life.1st Segment (2:27)How do you feel about the current social and political climate for womenThen next generation of female black leadersBreak: Staycation2nd Segment (12:46)5 strategies to learnAnalyzing the conditioning placed on black women by societyBreak: One Last Time3rd Segment (23:44)Embracing vulnerabilityGetting the work done "at all cost"The Good-Bad BinaryBreak: Oh FireFinal Message (34:19)Break: BrooklinEnding (41:25)Upcoming Episodes...
2021-07-27
45 min
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up #6: Olympics, "House N****r", KKK, Free Money, Oust Pelosi, Big 12 Big News
Adrian and Devin wrap up the week with their news edition. 1st Segment (0:33)Tokyo Olympics begin with muted ceremony and empty stadium Mississippi wants Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. WadeCouncilman criticized for racial slur: 'Do we have a house n****r in here'Texas Senate passes bill that stops teaching requirement calling KKK 'morally wrong'Iowa racing announcer goes on racist rant about Black national anthem, kneelingBezos Gifts $100M to Van JonesCandace Parker to be first woman on cover of ‘NBA 2K’ gameBreak: Patience2nd Segment (22:09) US virus cases nearly triple in 2 weeks amid misinformationAlabama's governo...
2021-07-24
1h 00
The Black Agenda
S3, E4: Empower Self, Community, or Both?
Adrian and Devin speak with Warn Wilson Jr. about how he is not only advancing himself but also looking out for the community around him.1st Segment: Getting Started in the Community (2:15)When did you realize you wanted to give back How do you separate your problems and still help the communityBreak: Flight to Tunsani2nd Segment: Using Your Skills and Talents to Improve Others (13:16)Learning app development and using them to servePurpose of Brown Money and Brown Money 2Overcoming barriers and obstacles to start a businessBreak: Sunset n BeachzSegment 3: A Lifelong C...
2021-07-20
1h 07
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up #5: "Let Them Die", "Facebook is Killing People", College Rankings Rigged, Pence Feared Secret Service
Adrian and Devin deliver another episode of their news commentary. Break music compliments of Josh Johnson.1st Segment (0:46)Why HBCUs Rank Lower Than PWIsDecriminalizing Weed FederallyPence Feared the Secret ServiceUnemployment Benefits LawsuitsChild Tax Credit PaymentsBreak: The Way You Are2nd Segment (19:15)Facebook is "Killing People""Let Them Die"Black Caucus ArrestedDACA RulingHiker's 17-Day Survival StoryTexas Democrats Flee the StateCali Heatwave Killing SalmonInflation RisingMarketability and BaseballBreak: Why Don't You Return My LoveQuick Hits (40:15)Space Jams ReleasesNake California Lady StuckEmbarrassed RacoonDirector of Taco Relations $100K SalaryBowling Balls in FoundationMac n Cheese Ice CreamBreak...
2021-07-17
58 min
The Black Agenda
S3, E3: Cancel Comedy?
Adrian and Devin speak with Josh Johnson about Cancel CultureBreak Music and Outro Music courtesy of Josh's new Mixtape Elusive.1st Segment: Who is Josh Johnson? (0:18)How did you get into comedy? Other projects by Josh Message to those getting in the game of comedy Josh's Louisiana StoryBlack representation in governmentThe Game of PoliticsBreak: I Like You Too2nd Segment: Cancel Culture and Comedy ( 21:36)Are comedians in fear of being canceled?How cancel culture is misdirectedCancel culture hurts regular folks, not celebritiesKnow how to tell a joke and how to take a j...
2021-07-13
1h 18
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up#4: Gun Emergency, Death Toll Rising, 3rd Vaccine, Black Boogeyman, Man Arrested for Racial Slurs
Adrian and Devin give you their take on various news topics of the week.1st Segment (0:25)NY Declares Gun Violence EmergencyRemington Arms Co. Getting SuedDeath Toll Rising at Surfside, FLNew Jersey Man Arrested for Racial SlursUSADA Can't Change Weed Rules for OlympicsAfrican American Spelling Bee WinnerBreak: The Soup2nd Segment (17:22)COVID on the Rise3rd Vaccine Troops Out of AfghanistanThe Black BoogeymanHaiti in TurmoilBreak: TriforceQuick Hits (31:45)Self-ExonerationPython Escapes AquariumSatellite Mounted on Car HoodShirtless Man Sets Fire at ChurchDon't Swallow Your Weed BagWitch Bottle with Human Tooth and HairBreak: AquariusEnding
2021-07-10
49 min
The Black Agenda
S3: Economic Update
Adrian and Devin bring you a special conversation about the state of our economy as we continue to recover from the pandemic.1st Segment: Jobs Report (0:50)Break: Walk Through the Park2nd Segment: The Great Resignation (11:50)Break: TubbyEnding (27:58)Upcoming Episodes:Weekly Round-Up #4 (July 10th, 2021)Back to Our Regular Lineup (July 13th, 2021)DonateCharity of the Month: Color of ChangeLike, Follow, Share, SubscribeThanks and Farewell See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2021-07-06
32 min
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up #3: Cosby Released, Trump Tax Scheme, Delta Variant, $50Billion Accident
Adrian and Devin give their spin on some of the Breaking News Headlines of the week.1st Segment (0:55)Bill Cosby ReleasedSha'Carri Can't CompeteTrump Org and CFO Tax SchemeBreak: Sour Apples2nd Segment (18:00)College Athletes Making MoneyBack to the FlagRemoving Confederate Statues Reparations in MassachusettsBreak: GlueDelta Variant Interview with Dr. Jorge (26:06)Break: Jazz BeatsQuick Hits (41:33)Couple Receives $50Billion by AccidentWorld's Oldest Man: 112 yrs, 326 days oldHow Not to Restrain a Deer in Walmart$125,000 Balloon RideSex Depraved Correctional OfficerAlmost World's Tallest HotelEnding (54:28)Upcoming Episodes:"Economic Update" (July 6th, 2021)Weekly Round-Up #4 (July 10t...
2021-07-03
59 min
The Black Agenda
S3, E2: What Is Critical Race Theory?
Adrian and Devin talk to Janel George (Georgetown University) about CRT and get to the truth of what it actually teaches. 1st Segment: What is Critical Race TheoryA good overview (2:05)CRT as a "catch-all"Is CRT anti-democracticBreak: The Jam2nd Segment: The Heart of the Debate (16:35)Why so much attention nowIs this whitelashBreak: Late Truth3rd Segment: What Can Be Done Now (31:05)CRT is like Klansman Getting involved with CRTBreak: Scary IslandFinal Message (48:14)Break: Sirius JazzEnding (58:10)Upcoming Episodes:Weekly Round-Up #3 (July 3rd, 2021)"Policing After George Fl...
2021-06-29
1h 03
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up #2: GOP Defund the Military, FL Building Collapse, Nassib Comes Out, Rat Lady
Adrian and Devin bring you the Breaking News of the week. They are joined by Dr. Atorod Azizinamini and MyKull Ray.1st Segment (0:25)GOP call to "Defund the Military"Jan 6th Select Committee/FBI Convicts Oath KeeperBefore the Break: Derek Chauin SentencingBreak: Bonfire2nd Segment (16:38)"Florida Building Collapse" w/ Dr. Atorod AzizinaminiRudy's License Gets SuspendedBefore the Break: DOJ Sues GA Over Voting LawsBreak: Sunset n Beachz3rd Segment (39:54)"Carl Nassib Comes Out" w/ MyKull RayT.I. and Tiny Accused of Drugging & TraffickingBefore the Break: Bipartisan Infrastructure DealBreak: LifelongQuick Hits (61:33)...
2021-06-26
1h 18
The Black Agenda
S3,E1: Protecting Our Democracy
Adrian and Devin come back with a huge topic for 2021. They are joined by Porsha White, Vice President of Voting Rights and States Organizing for End Citizens United.1st Segment (2:16)Biden and partisanshipNew restraints on the PresidencyRole of governors Break: Six Seasons 2nd Segment (15:55)America is with the DemocratsOur failed two-party systemBreak: Dulce Reggaeton3rd Segment (26:54)The Judicial as a block to legislationDOJ's new position on voting rightsBreak: Nilly Willy Final Message (38:43)Break: Chocolate Cookie Jam Ending (46:27)Upcoming Episodes:Weekly Round-Up #2 (June 26, 2021)S3,E2: "What is Critical Race Theo...
2021-06-22
51 min
The Black Agenda
Juneteenth 2021 Weekly Round-Up Special
Adrian and Devin kick-off Season 3 with a special Juneteenth Weekly Round-Up. They are joined by Kevin Olasanoye, Organizing Director of The Collective PAC and by Former State Senator Floyd McKissick, Vice Chair of the NC Democratic Party. 1st Segment: Juneteenth Holiday StatusBreak: StaycationConversation with Kevin OlasanoyeBreak: Chef Brian2nd Segment:Juneteenth Virtual Events 2021Break: SaturdayConversation with State Senator Floyd McKissickBreak: Brooklin3rd Segment:Biden's 1st Foreign TripMore States Ban Critical Race TheoryPetition for Bezos to Eat the Mona Lisa"Jonah and the Whale"Ending:Upcoming Episode: "Protecting Our Dem...
2021-06-19
1h 23
The Black Agenda
S2, E23: Criminal Justice Reform
Adrian and Devin end Season 2 with a conversation on Criminal Justice Reform. They are joined by Cassandra Ramdath, a Project Director from the Urban Institute.1st Segment: Current Events (2:05)Chauvin trial and turning point for justice Thoughts on juvenile life sentences without paroleHow did we get here?Break: Take It Easy2nd Segment: Flaws in the System (15:30)Harsher sentencing for minoritiesSystem of justice-actorsBreak: Glue3rd Segment: What Does Justice Look Like (27:50)Harsher punishment does not prevent crimeWhat parents can do to help this causeEarly look into the First Step Act 2018Break: Saturday
2021-05-18
1h 00
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up #17: Gas Shortage, Policing Book, Biden Update, Voter Suppression Bills
Adrian and Devin bring you Breaking News of the week. Last Weekly Round-Up Season 2.1st SegmentGas ShortageMessed Up MSColin Kaepernick bookBreak: Heart Break2nd SegmentBiden UpdateCOVID UpdateCompanies incentivize workersBreak: Chef Brian3rd SegmentVoter Suppression BillsPossible GOP SplitMother's Day OriginBreak: Brooklin BridgeQuick Hits28 yr old High schooler25 yr old mother of 9 at oncePizza SnubChicago's rat solutionNFL Schedule100,000 Bees in CeilingEndingUpcoming Episode: Criminal Justice Reform, May 18th (SEASON CLOSE)DonateCharity of the Month: Campaign ZeroLike, Follow, Share, SubscribeThanks and Farewell See acast...
2021-05-16
1h 09
The Black Agenda
Improving the Workforce
Adrian has a conversation with Mitchell Campbell (The Marks Project) and Corey Mize (Base Camp Coding Academy) about ways to improve the workforce after the pandemic. 1st Segment: Addressing the Problem (1:40)Explain the situationHow migration affects the workforceBreak: Take it Easy2nd Segment: Your Organization and The Work Involved (12:33)Mission and Overview of each organizationWhat can we do to helpBreak: Benji3rd Segment: How Do We Get There (25:26)What reforms and changes do we needBreak: Soul SearchingFinal Messages (36:06)Break: StaycationEnding (43:49)Upcoming Episode: Criminal Justice Reform, May 18t...
2021-05-15
47 min
The Black Agenda
S2, E22: Campaign Finance Reform
Adrian and Devin speak with Chisun Lee, Deputy Director of Election Reform Program Democracy and Gregory Clark, research and program associate both from The Brennan Center for Justice.1st Segment: Investigating Money in Politics (1:50)Super PACS History of money and politicsRise of dark moneyBreak-The High Line 2st Segment: The Fight for Fairness and The Brennan Center for Justice (11:43)Overview of TBCJEngaging with the publicRelationship of money and policyBreak: Know Myself3rd Segment: There Must be a Better Way (22:50)Small donor matching systemBest case scenarioBreak: St...
2021-05-11
50 min
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up #16: Slavery Wasn't Bad, Defund the Police, Critical Race Theory, Mayor Bottoms
Adrian and Devin bring you Breaking News of the week.1st Segment (0:14)Slavery wasn't that badSan Fran and their policeBTB: GA bans "Defund the Police" effortsBreak: Road Tripzzz2nd Segment (18:18)Slow jobs recoveryBanning Critical Race TheoryBTB: Improving HBCUsBreak: Lifelong3rd Segment (40:10)Liz CheneyCOVID-15BTB: No re-election for Mayor BottomsBreak: Smokey Eye Quick Hits (54:16)SperminatorLucky lobsterPoop wallLego ventilator$2,600 popsicle orderSpace wineEnding (64:38)Upcoming Episode: Campaign Finance Reform, May 11thWeekly Round-Up #17, May 15th 1pm CSTDonateCharity of the Month: Campaign ZeroPerson of t...
2021-05-09
1h 09
The Black Agenda
Being an Escort
Adrian has a conversation with Isaac Parker (male escort) about being an escort here in California.1st Segment: The Isaac Parker Story (1:25)what got you into escortingeveryday activitiespandemic and workgoing to collegeBreak: Come Vibe with Me2nd Segment: The Life of an Escort (8:02)do you tell people what you dohow's the dating lifedealing with mental fatigueis it as glamourous as it seemsBreak: One Last Time3rd Segment: Career and Beyond (17:23)ultimate goal financial freedom through escortingother career passionssocietal shift for escortingBreak: TrazE...
2021-05-07
29 min
The Black Agenda
S2, E21: Is College Worth It?
Adrian and Devin speak with Anthony ONeal, #1 national bestselling author, speaker, financial expert and host of the popular YouTube series and podcast The Table with Anthony ONeal.1st Segment: Anthony's Take on CollegeBreak: Staycation2nd Segment: Anthony's Financial TipsBreak: Chef Brian3rd Segment: Adrian and Devin RecapBreak: BrooklinEndingUpcoming Episode: Campaign Finance Reform, May 11thWeekly Round-Up #16, May 8th 1pm CSTDonateCharity of the Month: Campaign ZeroPerson of the Week RequestsCommunity Calendar Events RequestsLike, Follow, Share, SubscribeThanks and Farewell See...
2021-05-05
42 min
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up #15: Biden's Big Plan, Tim Scott, Police Training, Jay-Z & Cancel Culture
Adrian and Devin bring you Breaking News of the week.1st Segment: State of Our NationTopic 1: President Biden UpdateTopic 2: Sen. Scott/VP Harris, "America Isn't Racist"Before the Break: Ice Age Bone Discovery Pool Delay2nd Segment: Changes Around the CountryTopic 1: Community Based PolicingTopic 2: US Census and Congressional SeatsBefore the Break: Police Brutality Anthem3rd Segment: News in the Hip-Hop WorldTopic 1: Jay-Z Calls Out Cancel CultureTopic 2: Master P and a Hip-Hop UnionBefore the Break: PromproposalQuick HitsGerman Bomb or Sex ToyLost Ring in LandfillFake COVID Protection...
2021-05-01
1h 16
The Black Agenda
S2, E20: Let The People Pick the President w/Jesse Wegman
Adrian and Devin speak with Jesse Wegman (NYT Editorial Board member) about his case for abolishing the Electoral College.1st Segment: Where the Electoral College Went WrongHow the Electoral College affects voter participation (1:57)Is this working like our Founders intended (5:40)A few side notes (13:25)Break: Disco Knights2nd Segment: Does the Electoral College WorkHow the Electoral College devalues most states (21:15)Does the Electoral College protect us in any way (29:15)Misinformed voter problem (35:25)Break: Road Trip3rd Segment: A Better AlternativeBarriers to reform (38:45)Some of the...
2021-04-27
1h 12
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-Up #14: Foster Care, Chauvin Convicted, Celebrities in Politics, Crystal Meth Burrito
Adrian and Devin discuss Breaking News happening around the world.1st SegmentTopic 1: State Foster Care Agencies Steal MoneyTopic 2: PPP Loans Haunt Some PeopleBefore the Break: Missing Submarine in Indonesia2nd SegmentTopic 1: Derek Chauvin ConvictedTopic 2: Prison for Life with No Parole for JuvenilesBefore the Break: NASA Rover Makes Oxygen on Mars3rd SegmentTopic 1: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blocking Voting ReformTopic 2: Celebrities Running for Political OfficeBefore the Break: Harriet Tubman's Cabin FoundQuick HitsCrystal Meth in Breakfast BurritoWedding without Owner's PermissionExplosive Washing MachineBumble Gets Capitol Rioter in...
2021-04-24
1h 14
The Black Agenda
S2, E19: Improving Black Home Ownership
Adrian and Devin speak with Ben Slayton (first Black realtor in America) who is the President of Legacy Home Loans (largest Black owned mortgage lender in America) about the ease of homeownership. 1st Segment: Homeownership as an AssetWhy is homeownership important (2:00)Is it better to rent or own (7:00)Break: Philly Crew2nd Segment: The Politics of HomeownershipAltering your home for higher appraisals (11:00)How has redlining and other practices affected our community (15:30)Break: Chef Brian3rd Segment: Buying a HomeBuying a home (22:35)Building equity in your h...
2021-04-21
45 min
The Black Agenda
Weekly Round-up #13: Daunte Wright, Chauvin Trial Update, J&J Vaccine, America First Caucus
Adrian and Devin bring you the Breaking News of the week.1st Segment (1:00)Topic 1: MN Cop Charged in ShootingTopic 2: Happenings of Chauvin TrialBefore the Break: ABC News New President2nd Segment (20:53)Topic 1: CDC and FDA on J&J VaccineTopic 2: Liberty Tax LadyBefore the Break: Increase in Rhinos in Nepal3rd Segment (38:00)Topic 1: America First CaucusTopic: 2: Civil Rights Group Try to Ban Facial RecognitionBefore the Break: Plan to Name Street after Cicely TysonQuick Hits and Ending (53:24)Teddy Bear WalkWrong Wedding VenueSnake Found in LettuceParent Wants to Marry Own ChildDog Beer...
2021-04-17
1h 09
The Black Agenda
All About OneUnited Bank
Adrian and Devin speak with Kevin Cohee, President and Chairman of OneUnited Bank, the largest black owned bank in the country.1st Segment: Banking ShortcomingsThe relationship between banking and the Black community (1:40)Why is having a relationship with a banker important (4:15)Break: Tea Time (8:17)2nd Segment: Improving Your Relationship with a Bank Does it matter who you bank with (9:15)What do we do with FinTech Companies (17:30)Break: Omission (23:32)3rd Segment: OneUnited Bank 2021 InitiativesOneTransaction CampaignSolidarity CardJuneteenth 2021 ConferenceBreak: Staycation (48:25)Final Message (49:13)Break: T...
2021-04-14
1h 00
The Black Agenda
The HistoryMakers with Julieanna Richardson
Adrian and Devin speak with Julieanna Richardson, Founder and Executive Director of The HistoryMakers. Intro: Dude1st Segment: The Value of this HistoryDo you have to convince people why you do what you do (1:40)The significance of The HistoryMakers partnering with the Library of Congress (6:00)Break: Take That Back (13:24)2nd Segment: How To Use this HistoryThe HistoryMakers' School Programs (14:15)Break: Supreme (20:01)3rd Segment: The Road AheadWhat do the next generations need to do with this history (20:42)Break: Flight to Tsunia (24:43)...
2021-04-07
36 min
The Black Agenda
The State of HBCUs with Dr. Thomas Hudson, President of Jackson State University
Adrian and Devin end their HBCU Awareness Series by bringing you an HBCU from their home state of MS...Jackson State University and its President, Dr. Thomas Hudson.1st Segment: History and ValueYour perception as a student (2:00)Getting the attention of high schoolers (3:55)Break: Soul Searching (9:20)2nd Segment: Societal Perception JSU's Strategic Plan (10:10)What's it like having Deion Sanders (12:45)Break: Chef Brian (18:11)3rd Segment: Awareness and DiversityJSU's new recruitment model (18:55)Partnerships and community development (22:00)Break: Sour Apples (24:56)Final Message (25:50)Break: Take I...
2021-03-31
37 min
The Black Agenda
The State of HBCUs with Dr. Reynold Verret, President Xavier University of Louisiana
Adrian and Devin continue their HBCU Awareness Series by featuring Xavier University of Louisiana and their President, Dr. Reynold Verret.Intro Music: Dude1st Segment: History and Value of HBCUsHow is Xavier's mission being carried out (2:37)Your perception on HBCUs as a student (5:55)Break: Brooklyn and the Bridge (9:00)2nd Segment: Societal Perception of HBCUsChanging the narrative of college rankings (9:49)How is Xavier countering the stereotypical narrative of HBCUs (19:50)Break: Come and Get It! (24:56)3rd Segment: Funding and Diversity of HBCUsWhat is Xavier doing...
2021-03-26
58 min
The Black Agenda
The State of HBCUs with Dr. George French, President of Clark Atlanta University
Adrian and Devin continue their HBCU Awareness Series by featuring Clark Atlanta University and their President, Dr. George French.1st Segment: History and Value of HBCUsYour perception of HBCUs coming up (3:00)The growth seen at CAU and the community (7:35)Break: Staycation by Corbyn Kites (11:40)2nd Segment: Societal Perception of HBCUsAccomplishments of CAU and the message throughout (12:30)CAU's Strategic Plan and sustainability in the Black community (17:50)Break: Benji by Dyalla (25:17)3rd Segment: HBCU Funding and DiversityHow civil rights affects HBCU funding (26:25)CAU's recruitment message (34:00)Break...
2021-03-24
58 min
The Black Agenda
The State of HBCUs with Dr. William Harvey, President of Hampton University
Adrian and Devin continue their HBCU Awareness series by bringing you Hampton University and President, Dr. William Harvey, where his motto is "Dream no small dream".1st Segment: History and Value of HBCUsDream no small dream (3:10)Perception of HBCUs coming up (8:15)Break: Large Smile Mood (14:19)2nd Segment: Societal Perception of HBCUsTrying to telling the positive stories of HBCUs (15:10)Having to be better as a minority and a minority institution (23:00)Break: Tubby by Steve Adams (28:07)3rd Segment: HBCU Funding and DiversityWhat can we learn about fundraising...
2021-03-19
58 min
The Black Agenda
The State of HBCUs with Dr. Dwaun Warmack, President of Claflin University
Adrian and Devin continue their HBCU Awareness Series by bringing you Claflin University and President Dwaun Warmack.1st Segment: History and ValueYour view of HBCUs as a student (2:20)Getting our community to be visionaries (5:15)Break: Heart Break by Vibe Tracks (8:48)2nd Segment: Societal PerceptionWhat is Claflin doing to excel (9:34)Establishing partnerships with PWIs and other institutions (14:55)Break: Earth Bound by Slynk (21:32)3rd Segment: Funding and Diversity Taking a stance in k-12 (22:40)Fundraising at a smaller school (28:20)Break: Intentions by Anno Domini Beats (34:11)Final M...
2021-03-17
50 min