Episodes

  • Reflections of Malcom X - Now More than Ever... Torrence Brannon-Reese

    Reflections of Malcom X - Now More than Ever... Torrence Brannon-Reese
    May 12 2025
    May 19 marks the 100th Birthday of Malcolm X. In this episode, we are reflecting with arts and culture icon Torrence Brannon-Reese as he shares perspectives of thought founded on the history of Malcolm, and celebrate his long standing vision of designating a sretch of Crenshaw Blvd in Los Angeles as the Malcom X Corridor. Profound discussion!!
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    1 hr
  • Stand with South Africa: Pastor Kelvin Sauls & Paul Turner

    Stand with South Africa: Pastor Kelvin Sauls & Paul Turner
    Apr 11 2025
    South Africa has been in the crosshairs of the Trump Administration. Clearly South Arican born Elon Musk has a great deal of influence in these decisions. Listen as we encourage the people to support South Africa. What are the issues there? What should we as Black Americans Be aware of? What is Land Expropriation? Listen and contemplate… Pastor Kelvin Sauls is a South African born faith leader and community activist centered on issues of global social justice. Paul Turner is an Economic Development Professional with extensive experience working on the continent of Africa as a leader in faith-based aid organizations
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    1 hr
  • Contemplations of USAID, The Congo - Paul Turner, International Economic Development Professional

    Contemplations of USAID, The Congo - Paul Turner, International Economic Development Professional
    Mar 13 2025
    In the whirlwind of executive orders and conflagrations of federal government administration, we see this all is happening in the midst of conflict in the Congo, and the concellation of the work being done by USAID.. These actions affect relief and community development work in Africa. Paul Turner has worked on the continent for years providing expertise in economic development and aducation. He brings a knowledgable and sobering perspective on the situation and encourages us to stay tuned to news coming from the Continent. Global Perspectives. Be informed.
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    42 mins
  • Conversation with Nasty Nes Rodriguez - Rest in Peace

    Conversation with Nasty Nes Rodriguez - Rest in Peace
    Feb 21 2025
    Recently, the Hip-Hop industry lost a legend. Nasty Nes was essential in claiming Seattle's place in the rap matrix through the massive success of Sir Mix A Lot, NastyMix Records was a dynamic imprint that illuminated an obscure geographic region in terms of rap music. We recorded this broadcast in 2024 and did not publish it because we had a really bad technical day. And so now today as we mourn the passing of Nasty Nes Rodriguez, we dug into our archives, retrieved the interview, carefully edited best we could and published this conversation in honor of his life and legacy. Great memories, great perspectives. Even Nes' dog has a prominent part in this recording lol!!

    But yes, Nasty Nes Rodriguez was a great man and a good friend we met in our days of being in the radio, music and marketing industries. Listen, Like, share.
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    31 mins
  • City of Long Beach votes to raise Pan African Flag during Black History Month

    City of Long Beach votes to raise Pan African Flag during Black History Month
    Feb 13 2025
    Following a motion forwarded by Long Beach City Councilmember Tunua Thrash-Ntuk, and seconded by Councilmember Dr. Jodi Ricks-Oddie, the Long Beach City Council unanimously approved the raising of the Pan African Flag. The motion requested that annually, the flag will fly alongside the Stars and Stripes, The State of California Flag and the City of Long Beach flag on the plaza of the Long Beach Civic Center as an acknowledgement of Black History Month.

    For this episode, Greg J. contemplates the move and the significance of the flag in this space - a energetic topic in a city that is so diverse and touts its position as a progressive and diverse municipality. We contemplate the essence of the Red, the black and the green flying over City Hall.

    I know one thing... Sistas standing on culture in City Hall and that's what's up.
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    5 mins
  • Liberia to the USA - Gwen AUstin: Businesswoman, Author, Philanthropist

    Liberia to the USA - Gwen AUstin: Businesswoman, Author, Philanthropist
    Feb 7 2025
    We are honored to speak with Gwen Austin - a prominent businesswoman, author and philanthropist. She is a Liberian-born American residing in the LA area. She shares her story of immigration to this country and reflects on the changes she has seen in the US and the changes we are seeing on the Continent.
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    46 mins
  • Serving Altadena Community thru the Devastating Eaton Fire - Dr. Belinda Allen, West Angeles Community Development Corporation

    Serving Altadena Community thru the Devastating Eaton Fire - Dr. Belinda Allen, West Angeles Community Development Corporation
    Jan 29 2025
    The fires raging across the Los Angeles area have been devastating. Entire neighborhoods have been wiped out. In Altadena the devastation is apocalyptic as thousands are left with nothing after thier homes have completely burned down. Generations of African Americans left homeless and in despair. And yet, the West Angeles Community Development Corporation once again steps into its more than 30 year old reputation of being a solid and reputable source of help in time of trouble in the community.

    Dr. Belinda Allen serves as the Executive Director for this awesome non-profit organization and today, she shares how the CDC is helping fire victims and other avenues of support the CDC provides in the community.
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    20 mins
  • Civic Engagement & Cultural Celebrations

    Civic Engagement & Cultural Celebrations
    Jan 29 2025
    Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day has been a centerpiece in cities all over the Southland. In recent years, it would appear that black centered cultural celbrations have been muted.So what are the cultural and civic nuances in presenting cultural celebrations? Is there an air of anti blackness? In Long Beach, CA activists believe city government has minimized black reppresentation in the MLK celebrations. How do community and civic entities link and sync? Open conversation for thought and critical analysis.... #preservearts #culture #relevance
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    21 mins