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The Carl Nelson Show

The Carl Nelson Show

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Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela’s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC’s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 6-10 am on WOL 1450am, WOLB Talk 1010am, WOLBBaltimore.com and WOLDCNews.com

2025 Urban One
Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Dr. Scott Whittaker, Pearl Walker, Delxino Wilson de Barrio & Edward Robinson on The Carl Nelson Show (11.19.25)
    Nov 25 2025

    Join us for an engaging and enlightening session with Naturopathic Doctor Scott Whittaker! He'll delve into the reasons behind Flu Season and share essential strategies to help you stay healthy and avoid the flu. Plus, Dr. Whittaker will shed light on the concerning rise in dementia cases in our community, providing insights you won't want to miss. Before Dr. Whittaker takes the mic, we have Memphis City Councilwoman Pearl Walker, who will discuss the significant decision by a Tennessee judge to temporarily block the deployment of the National Guard in her city. We’ll also hear from Delxino Wilson de Barrio of Garvey Nation, who will passionately encourage our community to support Black-owned businesses this holiday season. Additionally, Morgan State Professor Edward Robinson will lend his expertise to our discussion.

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    3 hrs and 6 mins
  • Dr. Gerald Horne, Professor Marion Orr & Edwin Avent on The Carl Nelson Show
    Nov 24 2025

    Join us for an enlightening session with Dr. Gerald Horne, an esteemed professor of African American and Africana Studies at the University of Houston. Dr. Horne will delve into critical issues, including the alarming U.S. threats to invade Nigeria and Venezuela, the implications of the Russia-Ukraine deal, insights from the recent G20 Summit in South Africa, the Mamdani-Trump meeting, and the pressing challenges facing the Sahel nations, Ethiopia, and Eritrea. Before Dr. Horne takes the spotlight, we’ll have the privilege of hearing from Professor Marion Orr, a distinguished political scientist and author, who will preview his compelling book about the late Detroit Congressman Charles Diggs. We are also excited to welcome Baltimore educator Edwin Avent to join this impactful conversation.

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    3 hrs and 6 mins
  • Professor James Small & The Mooney Twins on The Carl Nelson Show (11.20.25)
    Nov 24 2025

    Join us for an impactful session with Scholar and Griot Professor James Small, who will guide us in exploring the vital question of whether we need a Black Agenda leading up to 2026. Professor Small will navigate the intricate social, political, and religious dimensions of this topic, while also examining the financial strategies integral to its success. Before Professor Small takes the mic, prepare to be entertained and informed by The Conscious Comedians, the Mooney Twins, Paul’s adult sons. The Mooney Twins, known for their dynamic performances alongside comedy legends like their father and Dick Gregory, will share their insights on the evolving landscape of comedy in 2025 and shed light on the current volatility in the cryptocurrency market.

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    3 hrs and 8 mins
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