Best Franchesca Ramsey Podcasts (2024)

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'Black History, for Real' With Franchesca Ramsey and Conscious Lee 29:44

11m ago29:44

29:44

Bakari is joined by Franchesca Ramsey and Conscious Lee, the hosts of the 'Black History, for Real' podcast. Franchesca and Conscious discuss their origins and how they ended up starting the podcast. The foundation of their podcast is to have Black history be explained in an accurate and non-sanitized way. They also discuss some of the historical e…

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Listener Letters: I Wanna Be Down 1:14:40

4h ago1:14:40

1:14:40

This week we're digging into our inbox and pulling out some of your feedback, love and suggestions and comments. You can WATCH this week's episode over on our Youtube channel https://youtu.be/JaUmTzcrqyA --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | http://instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | http://instag…

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Shaniqua McClendon on Political Media and Voting 32:59

1d ago32:59

32:59

Bakari is joined by Shaniqua McClendon, who is the vice president of politics for Crooked Media. She discusses her career arc, from interning at the White House to what she’s doing now with Crooked Media. Shaniqua discusses Vote Save America’s strategy for this upcoming election. She also discusses its strategy for Arab, Black male, and white women…

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23 | I’m Different | Fannie Lou Hamer’s Voting Revolution 42:36

4d ago42:36

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After getting arrested by racist police and being beaten to near death, Fannie puts her fight for voting rights into high gear. With the help of fellow activists, Fannie forms her own political party, the MFDP (Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party), and appears on live television - telling her story to millions of Americans. She wants to protect Bl…

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Lil Bow Wow: He's Flying Commercial "Like You" 49:04

7d ago49:04

49:04

Lil Bow Wow burst onto the music scene in 2000 at just 13 years old with his debut album “Beware of dog.” The album peaked at number 10 and was well received by audiences and critics. But despite putting out 7 albums (including a collab album with Omarion) and appearing in a number of movies and tv shows, for many the artist formerly known as lil B…

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Ceasefire Proposal in Gaza, Muslim and Arab American Voting, and the Impact of Protests With Akbar Shahid Ahmed 24:37

9d ago24:37

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Bakari Sellers is joined by senior diplomatic correspondent for HuffPost Akbar Shahid Ahmed. They start by discussing his career journey to the point where he is now. Then they discuss the ceasefire proposal between Gaza and Israel (6:08), what impact the protests have played in a push for a ceasefire (12:54), what 2025 looks like if Trump is elect…

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22 | Stand Up | Fannie Lou Hamer’s Voting Revolution 44:27

9d ago44:27

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Fannie Lou Hamer’s been a fighter her entire life. Growing up as a poor Black girl in Jim Crow Mississippi leaves her no other choice. Fannie’s not just fighting for herself, but for all Black people in the deep south. To her, the path to freedom lies at the ballot box, and the road she walks ain’t easy. Racists will do anything to stop her march f…

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Postdebate Special With Alex Thompson 15:57

12d ago15:57

15:57

Alex Thompson from Axios joined Bakari to discuss Thursday’s presidential debate. What went right and what went wrong for both candidates? How many lies did Trump riffle through during the debate? What do both Bakari and Alex make of President Joe Biden’s rather pale appearance? Did the American people get anything out of the debate? Host: Bakari S…

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A Conversation With Vice President Kamala Harris 34:44

13d ago34:44

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Bakari and Michael Ealy moderate an event with Vice President Kamala Harris in Charlotte, North Carolina, on June 12 as part of the vice president's nationwide Economic Opportunity Tour. Audio courtesy of the White House. Host: Bakari Sellers Guest: Vice President Kamala Harris Producer: Clifford Augustin Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt Learn m…

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Bad Boys Ride Or Die: Will Smith's Post Slap Triumph 1:06:18

14d ago1:06:18

1:06:18

This week we review the latest installment in the Bad Boys franchise and as usual pitch how we would fix it. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/TlFdBnOiHXU --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | http://instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | http://instagram.com/chescaleigh De'…

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Uncovering Family History With Lee Hawkins 28:58

16d ago28:58

28:58

Bakari is joined by journalist, musician, and author Lee Hawkins. Hawkins has a book that’s set to be released in 2025 titled 'I Am Nobody's Slave: How Uncovering My Family's History Set Me Free,' which examines what his family went through after enslavement. Tune in to Hawkins’s podcast, 'What Happened in Alabama?,' which serves as a precursor to …

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21 | Tend to Your Own Business | Motown Vs. Stax 41:01

16d ago41:01

41:01

Motown has finally found its groove. The Jackson Five add their bubblegum soul to the company’s more traditional sound. And albums from Motown artists rocket to the top of the Billboard charts. The record label is churning out hit record after hit record. Things at Stax Records ain’t too bad either. They’ve finally figured out how to capture some o…

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Reproductive Rights with Nourbese Flint 28:03

22d ago28:03

28:03

Bakaris is joined by Nourbese Flint who is an advocate for Black women's reproductive rights. Nourbese also discusses her career work in providing racial justice as well. Nourbese is President of All* Above All and All* Above All Action Fund, leading All* Above All’s work to achieve abortion justice and build the political power of voters of color.…

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Jumping The Shark: From Fonzie To Light Skinned Aunt Viv 54:48

21d ago54:48

54:48

This week we're reviewing the infamous Happy Days episode responsible for coining the phrase "jumping the shark" along with some of our favorite tv shows that went south, and then as usual we each pitch how we'd fix them. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | http://instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Rams…

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Black Country Music With Alice Randall 29:45

23d ago29:45

29:45

Bakari is joined by Alice Randall, an American author, songwriter, producer, and lecturer. Alice discusses her life being born in Motown Detroit, graduating Harvard University, and being the first African-American woman to write a number-one country hit. She also speaks about Black country music being on the rise and taken to new heights with Beyon…

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20 | What’s Going On? | Motown Vs. Stax 53:15

23d ago53:15

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The Civil Rights Movement is at its peak. Trouble’s brewing in the streets and inside Motown and Stax records. Stax artists watch in disbelief as Los Angeles burns during the Watts’ uprising. Things get worse when soulful singer Otis Redding is dealt a tragic hand by Lady Luck. Meanwhile, Motown is slapped with a lawsuit from Dr. Martin Luther King…

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Sam Goody: Counterfeit Tapes & Greedy Sons 44:26

28d ago44:26

44:26

Sam Goody was one of the biggest music retailers of the 20th century. Selling vinyls, 8-tracks, cassettes tapes, CDs, even the very first MP3 players but they also sold VHS tapes, DVDs, video games, comic books, and posters. This week we dig into how the company went from $60 million in sales during it's peak to closing it's doors in 2012. Then as …

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Sophia Cai on Covering Donald Trump’s Presidency 28:28

1M ago28:28

28:28

Bakari Sellers is joined by Axios national politics reporter Sophia Cai to discuss what it was like covering Donald Trump’s presidency straight out of college (01:00). They also discuss what to expect from the upcoming presidential debates (21:00). Host: Bakari Sellers Guest: Sophia Cai Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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19 | Knock on Wood | Motown Vs. Stax 45:18

1M ago45:18

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Motown and Stax are on the come up. Acts like Diana Ross and Isaac Hayes are helping redefine what it means to sing with soul, and their sound captures hearts in America and beyond. Even The Beatles want in on the action. The record labels' successes come with their own set of pitfalls. Money’s tight and artists and musicians are pushing back again…

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Detria Austin Everson on Community Activism and Outreach 22:57

1M ago22:57

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Bakari is joined by Detria Austin Everson, who is the chief executive officer of the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation. Detria dives into her career arc from her time at Spelman to continuing her activism in remembrance of John and Lillian Lewis. She also discusses what the foundation represents. Host: Bakari Sellers Guest: Detria Austin Ever…

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Ask A Songwriter With Rod Kim 1:00:04

1M ago1:00:04

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This week actor, song writer and content creator Rod Kim joins us for an insightful conversation about our favorite Y2k bops and Orientalism in hip hop. Check out Rod Kim's work below! http://rodkim.com https://www.tiktok.com/@rodkimrocks https://www.instagram.com/rodkimrocks --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on in…

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What to Make of Early Polling Numbers with Tom Bonier 25:49

1M ago25:49

25:49

Bakari Sellers is joined by TargetSmart senior adviser Tom Bonier. They discuss swing state polling, the importance of senior voters (6:05), what the public should understand about the polls being reported in the media (10:20), and much more. Host: Bakari Sellers Guest: Tom Bonier Producer: Isaiah Blakely Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt Learn m…

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18 | Square Biz | Motown Vs. Stax 1:04:45

1M ago1:04:45

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Before Michael Jackson became the King of Pop, or Otis Redding claimed his place as one of the greatest singer-songwriters in American popular music history, their talents had to be discovered and shared with the world. Enter the competing labels Motown and Stax Records. In the early 1960s, Berry Gordy’s Motown and Jim Stewart’s Stax pioneered the …

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Representative Barbara Lee on the Current Congress State 31:01

1M ago31:01

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Bakari is joined by U.S. Representative Barbara Lee, who has represented California's 12th Congressional District since 1998. Lee discusses her upbringing in El Paso, Texas, which led her to a life of public service (01:26). She touches on what gives her hope for the future of Congress and policy (10:12), what Congress has been like under Speaker M…

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Round Robin Games: Professional Shade & Endless Shrimp 58:38

1M ago58:38

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This week we've got another installment of the Round Robin games. So instead of devoting the episode to one topic, we each take turns sharing something on our hearts and then as usual, pitch how we'd fix it. --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefixitpod@gmail.com Follow us on instagram | http://instagram.com/fixitpod Franchesca Ramsey | http://in…

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17 | Picasso Baby | For Real, For Real 44:47

2M ago44:47

44:47

When it comes to works of art, “Picasso” is synonymous with brilliance and innovation. Spanish painter and sculptor Pablo Picasso is famously known for spearheading the Cubist movement during the 20th century art revolution. What most people don’t know is that Picasso was heavily inspired by Africans and the African diaspora. One of his most famous…

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Tiffany Cross On 2024 Election Coverage 28:22

2M ago28:22

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Tiffany Cross is an American television personality, political analyst, and author who joined Bakari to discuss what life has been like since The Cross Connection last aired and what direction cable news is going in. Also, which famous rapper would she like to see actually make a political run. Host: Bakari Sellers Guest: Tiffany Cross Producer: Cl…

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Challengers: Zendaya & Ménage à Churros with Amber Wallin 1:13:34

2M ago1:13:34

1:13:34

This week comedian, writer and content creator Amber Wallin joins us for an insightful and hilarious convo about content creation followed by a review of Zendaya's new film Challengers. Zendaya stars as Tashi Donaldson, a former tennis prodigy who now serves as her husband’s tennis coach. But in order to help him overcome his losing streak, he’ll n…

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Taylor Lorenz on Covering Internet Culture, the Upcoming TikTok Ban, and Creator Culture 24:28

2M ago24:28

24:28

Bakari Sellers is joined by Washington Post columnist Taylor Lorenz to discuss covering internet and tech culture. They also discuss how and why the TikTok ban is happening, how platforms can address racial and misogynistic content, and how public policy should shape creator culture (8:45). Host: Bakari Sellers Guest: Taylor Lorenz Producer: Isaiah…

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16 | America Has A Problem | For Real, For Real 33:50

2M ago33:50

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Black culture is a pivotal pillar of broader American culture. From fashion, to language, to being the sonic foundation to much of American music. In this special episode, our hosts do a deep dive into country music and how its roots are grounded in Black music. Using Beyoncé’s latest effort, Cowboy Carter, as a springboard, Conscious Lee and Franc…

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Black Men Vote With Joe Paul 25:16

2M ago25:16

25:16

Bakari Sellers is joined by Joe Paul of Black Men Vote to discuss what the Black Men Vote organization is about and what its goals are. Then they look ahead to the 2024 election and discuss what the support looks like for Biden and Trump from Black men, what Black men would like to see from candidates, and much more (9:00). Host: Bakari Sellers Gue…

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American Idol: It's A No For Me Dawg 1:12:54

2M ago1:12:54

1:12:54

When American Idol first premiered in the June 2002 it quickly became a surprise summer hit. That September, over 23 million people turned in to the season finale as Kelly Clarkson was crowned our first American Idol. But after 22 seasons, today's Idol's viewership pales by comparison. The most recent February 2024 premiere clocked in with just 4 m…

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‘She Has a Name’ With Tonya Mosley 24:31

2M ago24:31

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Bakari Sellers is joined by NPR’s Tonya Mosley and they start by discussing her thoughts on how journalists have covered the campus protests around the country. Then, they talk about her podcast, ‘She Has a Name’ (6:24). They talk about what inspired the name of the podcast, the themes, the takeaways she has from working on it, and much more. Host:…

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15 | I Got A Story To Tell | Black Wall Street 53:18

2M ago53:18

53:18

The Tulsa Race Massacre is by far one of the most horrific events in American history. Although it took place over 100 years ago, the effects still ripple through the country to this day. During this time, the Oklahoma media suppressed the truth of what really happened. However, one brave resident of Greenwood documents the reality. Mary E. Jones P…

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Elle Duncan’s Meteoric Rise in Sports Media 35:08

2M ago35:08

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Bakari is joined by ESPN’s Elle Duncan, who currently cohosts 'SportsCenter' and women’s college basketball coverage. Elle discusses her career arc from the University of West Georgia to working in radio stations to now hosting 'SportsCenter' (02:28). Elle also gives advice to young journalists who are trying to find a career path in sports media (…

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Sister Act 2: From Box Office Bomb To Certified Classic 1:07:10

2M ago1:07:10

1:07:10

This week we're reviewing one of the best movie sequels of all time, Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit. While today there’s no denying the film's cultural impact, when it first hit theaters THIRTY YEARS AGO in 1993, it was considered a flop?! So how did this masterpiece go from box office bomb to certified cult classic? This week we dig into the film…

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Prentice Penny on 'Black Twitter: A People's History' 23:49

2M ago23:49

23:49

Bakari Sellers is joined by producer Prentice Penny. They start by talking about his journey working on sitcoms like 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and 'Scrubs' (5:49). Then, they discuss his company and his upcoming docuseries, 'Black Twitter: A People’s History' (9:08). Host: Bakari Sellers Guest: Prentice Penny Producer: Isaiah Blakely Executive Producer:…

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14 | American Dreamin’ | Black Wall Street 39:57

2M ago39:57

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In the spring of 1921, a racially integrated group of moviegoers were enjoying a night out at the Black-owned Dreamland Theater. But when the movie is suddenly turned off and the lights are turned on, enjoyment turns to confusion.The cinema patrons are alerted to trouble brewing in town and are urged to make their way home with caution. But as news…

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‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ With Georgia Hunter 28:25

2M ago28:25

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Bakari is joined by the author of ‘We Were the Lucky Ones,’ Georgia Hunter. She goes through the writing process that went into this book, how difficult ancestral research can be (15:15), and how her book became a mini series on Hulu (20:48). Host: Bakari Sellers Guest: Georgia Hunter Producer: Isaiah Blakely Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt Lea…

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My Buddy And His Cousin Chucky 59:44

2M ago59:44

59:44

The My Buddy doll burst onto the scene in 1985 with overalls, a bowl cut and a banging jingle. But by the mid 1990's My Buddy was a distant memory. So what happened? And how did My Buddy become synonymous with the murderous Chucky doll from Child's Play? This week we dig into the history of the first "doll for boys" and then as usual pitch how we'd…

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13 | I Get Money | Black Wall Street 44:06

2M ago44:06

44:06

In 1906, entrepreneurs Ottawa Gurley and J.B. Stradford purchased parcels of government land in Tulsa, Oklahoma. They had dreams of building a thriving Black community, equipped with the same amenities and privileges available to whites. Dubbed Greenwood, it was promoted as a sanctuary where Black people could thrive without fear of racial discrimi…

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'Justice, USA' With Randy Ferrell and Marshall Goldberg 29:16

3M ago29:16

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Bakari Sellers is joined by showrunner Randy Ferrell and executive producer Marshall Goldberg of the docuseries 'Justice, USA.' They talk about how Randy and Marshall met and put together this series, why they chose to film in Nashville, who the audience is for this project, and much more. Host: Bakari Sellers Guests: Randy Ferrell and Marshall Gol…

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JNCOs: Size Matters 53:00

3M ago53:00

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This week we're reviewing ultra wide legs jeans that were all the rage in the 90's: JNCOs. Beloved by skaters, surfers and ravers, JNCOs were very wide, very cool and very much counter culture. And at the company's peak in 1998, they boasted a whopping $186.9 million in sales! But by 2001 their parent company was forced to close their massive LA fa…

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Terrance Woodbury on Black Voting 26:44

3M ago26:44

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Bakari is joined by the creator of HIT strategies Terrance Woodbury. HIT strategies is a public analysis and data firm that partners with candidates and organizations that share the mission of empowering underrepresented communities . What are black voters telling us about the election and are the campaigns listening (02:15)? Bakari and Terrance al…

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12 | Drive Slow | Mansa Musa and The Mali Empire 42:30

3M ago42:30

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After nearly two years, Mansa Musa finally completes his pilgrimage to Mecca. The trip is filled with tribulations, but the transformed king has prevailed. The spiritual journey may not erase the wrongdoings of his past, but it leads Musa to a peaceful self-acceptance. After his trip to the holy land, Musa must make his way home to his throne in Ma…

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Round Robin Games: The Restaurant Is Too Vibey 1:04:35

3M ago1:04:35

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This week we're doing another installment of the Round Robin Games! Instead of devoting the entire episode to one topic, instead we're taking turns sharing things on our heart and then as usual, pitching how we would fix them. Vote for us in the 2024 Webby Awards! Voting closes 4/18! https://wbby.co/40072N --- Let's stay in touch! Email us lemmefix…

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11 | The Marathon Continues | Mansa Musa and The Mali Empire 46:29

3M ago46:29

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Feeling immense shame and regret for killing his mother, Mansa Musa seeks counsel from his Imam. The religious leader advises the king to seek peace in the Muslim holy land of Mecca. Musa embarks on the pilgrimage with a caravan of 60,000 men, made up of soldiers, advisers, and slaves; and 100 camels, each carrying 300 pounds of gold. During the fi…

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Craig Gilbert on Wisconsin Politics 28:37

3M ago28:37

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Bakari is joined by Craig Gilbert, a prominently known political journalist who recently retired from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Craig discusses how his career got started and where he’s at now (01:52). Is the polling in Wisconsin accurate (03:48)? What are Black voters concerned about in Wisconsin (08:03)? What kinds of resources are being pu…

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Trials to Triumphs Special: Healing the Next Generation 36:50

3M ago36:50

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In this anthology episode, Trials to Triumphs host Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins revisits key insights from this season on generational healing. ABFJ looks back at how actress, comedian, and social justice advocate Amanda Seales learned to set healthy boundaries with her mother and what radical acceptance taught best-selling author Ashley C. For…

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Don Winslow’s Stellar Writing Career 24:08

3M ago24:08

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Bakari is joined by author Don Winslow, who is best known for his crime novels. Winslow talks about why he uses his voice in politics, specifically against Donald Trump (06:26). He also discusses his newest book, 'City in Ruins' (08:14). Winslow also goes in-depth about the parallels between his book 'Savages' and the movie, which was directed by O…

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