We lost this show 3 times. THREE! Still, we persisted to bring you a conversation that is full of complexities and teeming with love. Ebony & Yonnas are joined by Blake Jackson @_blackson_ for a deep dive into their most recent Black film & community collaboration, "A Love Letter to Black Liberation." The March 2024 red carpet event showcased a night of black indie films, live performance by Yonnas, and the premier of the music video "A Dream Ebony." We discuss what we love, what we're fighting for, what we're avoiding, celebrating and reading on this journey toward liberation.

For more information on Yonnas & Blake's project and to watch the full video for "A Dream Ebony" visit: https://www.alovelettertoblackliberation.com/adreamebony

IG: @alovelettertoblackliberation

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction / Overview

10:57 The Coercion of Patriarchal Systems

39:42 Divesting from Capitalism for Black Liberation

56:38 Envisioning an Anti-racist Society

01:08 Speaking of Beyonce...

01:18 The Need for Ruthless Criticism of Existing Systems

01:45 The Pressure on Beyonce: Expectations and Criticisms

02:04 Navigating Complex Issues Nuanced Discussions and Understanding

02:16 Conclusions and Reflections

02:29 What Are You Reading?

Links: Ebony’s Website - https://www.ebonyisisbooth.com/

Ebony’s Instagram - @coachebonysaid

Yonnas’ Website - https://www.mynameisyonnas.com/

Yonnas’ Instagram - @mynameisyonnas

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