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Espresso Talk Today

Robin Lofton and Frederick Douglas Lofton

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We confront issues and their effects on Black people in the United States and around the world. From climate change to white supremacy, police violence to veganism, we face these highly charged topics with courage and curiosity. Our uncommon conversation is quick, engaging, and enlightening. Grab an espresso and join the convo!
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The Lobo Den Podcast features Chicago based comedian Jhovany Diaz talking to comedians and people from all walks of life about comedy, growing up, his deported father (the original Lobo) and occasionally some Miami stripper drinking stories. The place for Chicago comedy and crazy stories.
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The Reckoning traces the history and lasting impact of slavery in America by looking at how the institution unfolded in Kentucky. The state remained in the Union during the Civil War, but many white Kentuckians fought to hang onto slavery and the wealth the enslaved provided. In the years that followed, former Unionists and Confederates banded together to violently deny black citizens a seat at the table. As part of this story, we will meet members of two families, one white and one black, w ...
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A monthly reality-check on the issues Americans care about most. Host Warren Olney draws on his decades of experience to explore the people and issues shaping – and disrupting - our world. How did everything change so fast? Where are we headed? The conversations are informal, edgy and always informative. If Warren's asking, you want to know the answer.
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Hujambo, beautiful people! I’m Ama-Robin, host of Espresso Talk Today. In this episode, we're tackling the "C" word: complacency. Join me as we explore why complacency is a silent but powerful enemy in our fight for justice and equality. We'll discuss how complacency perpetuates injustice, creates a false sense of accomplishment, erodes empathy, an…
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Send us a Text Message. Kamala Harris selects her VP candidate, remembering the Montgomery brawl, Ricky Johnson experiencing extreme racism in Nevada, Louisiana can castrate sex offenders, Howard Bryant's take on the importance of the black athlete, Alien Facehugger promo stunt in NYC Support the Show.…
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Send us a Text Message. A call with white men for Kamala Harris nets 3 million in donations, should Trump debate her? China finds a cure for Type 2 diabetes, our level of patriotism with the Olympics going on, and Deadpool and Wolverine breaking records Support the Show.By Kane and ross
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In this powerful episode, Black empowerment educator and host Ama-Robin dives into the unpredictable and irrational chaos of living Black in predominantly white spaces. Ama-Robin shares a recent "banking while Black" experience, highlighting the physical, mental, and emotional toll that racism takes on Black people as individuals and communities. T…
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Send us a Text Message. We touch base on Kamala Harris getting the democratic nod, director of the Secret Service stepping down, Sonya Massey being executed by law enforcement, the cover up of the death of 8 year old Noah Bush in GA, Israel given a direct order to cease fire, Dubai Princess gets divorced online and LeBron James to the Olympic rescu…
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Send us a Text Message. Fellow Buffalo, NY native Shaun joins us to talk about the assassination attempt on Trump, it's implications, Racism his VP pic is enduring, Amber MAGA Rose, Tenacious D tour canceled, Ozempic trying to become the diet drug of choice, more Kendrick beef, Bronny James vs A'ja Wilson and plenty of Duke slander Support the Show…
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In this powerful and transformative episode, host Ama-Robin welcomes back Roxanne Warden, a board-certified life and mindfulness coach, for the second part of their series on the power of mindfulness. This episode dives into the critical role of mindfulness in Black empowerment and offers practical tools to help listeners manage the chaos of living…
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In this insightful episode, host Ama-Robin and special guest Roxanne Worden, a dedicated mindfulness coach, discuss how building a diverse support network can lead to personal growth and empowerment within the Black community. Ama-Robin highlights the importance of professionals like doctors, dentists, and mindfulness coaches, while Roxanne delves …
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In this powerful and defiant episode, host Ama-Robin confronts the painful contradictions of celebrating Independence Day as a Black American. Drawing inspiration from Frederick Douglass's iconic speech, "What to the Slave is Your Fourth of July?" Ama-Robin exposes the hypocrisies of a nation that celebrates freedom while denying it to millions. Th…
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Send us a Text Message. we're joined by friend of the show Ron 'Black Ace' Boone aa we discuss Uvalde officer's indictment related to the mass shooting, Oklahoma school being forced to teach the bible, a church selling plots in heaven, Gen Z revolution in Kenya, and a New Jersey man charged with attempted murder after an online gaming dispute Suppo…
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Join Ama-Robin on Espresso Talk Today as we celebrate Black spaces—vibrant havens of safety and empowerment that defy the chaos of predominantly white spaces. Discover the resilience and creativity flourishing in Black-owned restaurants, boutiques, and cultural centers. But Black spaces are so much more. Black spaces are Black history, Black art, B…
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In this powerful and radical episode, host Ama-Robin dives into the deeper significance of Juneteenth, the day that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth is not just a celebration—it's an ongoing movement for reparations and liberation. Ama-Robin explores the historical roots of Juneteenth, the enduring struggles faced by…
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Send us a Text Message. The House passes a new draft law (and slides some MORE money to the US military), warships off the coast pf Florida, hate crime committed against an 11 year old, Maryland pardons weed convictions, Thailand legalizes same sex marriage, Celtics win the chip, battle of nba super teams, and the legend of Batman and his 'Prep tim…
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In this electrifying episode of Espresso Talk Today, host Ama-Robin demands Black liberation and discusses dismantling the existing white supremacist structures that force us to "make a way out of no way." We explore the true cost of resilience and the necessity of envisioning a world where Black people thrive, not just survive. Drawing on the powe…
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Join host Ama-Robin as she dives deep into the relentless chaos of living Black in predominantly white spaces. In this episode, we explore the challenges faced by Black people, from microaggressions and tokenism to racial profiling and economic exploitation. We also confront the emotional labor of constantly educating others about racism and the to…
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Send us a Text Message. Special guest and friend of the show Gloria 'G-Money' joins us as we discuss The Dad Half's eternal optimism, the INCREASE in black deaths at the hands of police since George Floyd, TI providing affordable housing in ATL, Jemele Hill's take on Caitlin Clark, and a battle of all big men in NBA history Support the Show.…
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In this episode of Espresso Talk Today, host Ama-Robin dives into the often undiscussed aspect of "Making a Way out of No Way." While resilience, resourcefulness, and determination have driven the Black community to achieve remarkable successes, these traits have also taken a significant toll on our health. Ama-Robin explores the phenomenon of John…
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Send us a Text Message. Winner and ramifications of the Drake/Kendrick beef, Questlove's comments, which coast is better at lyrical combat, Frank Tyson killed by police in eerily similar fashion to George Floyd, Virginia reinstating confederate school names, is a Trump pt. 2 or Biden pt. 2 presidency more scary, and a dad and his brothers jump the …
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"Making a Way out of No Way." Join host Ama-Robin as she explores the resilience, resourcefulness, and determination in the Black community. From historical figures who defied the odds to contemporary history makers like Misty Copeland and Barack Obama, she dives deep into the theme of "Making a Way out of No Way." Get ready for inspiring stories, …
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Join Ama-Robin on a profound journey through America's most iconic museums and libraries. In this episode, we dive into what makes a pilgrimage more than just a trip as Ama-Robin retraces the steps of pivotal African American figures and explores key artifacts that shape the narrative of African American resilience and culture. From the hallowed ha…
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Join Ama-Robin and Mel on a powerful episode of Espresso Talk Today, where today's brew is rich with insight and empowerment. Diving deep into the Every Day Discrimination Scale (EDDS), this episode tackles the often-overlooked yet deeply impactful issue of workplace discrimination and harassment. Discover how subtle, daily acts of discrimination s…
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Send us a Text Message. Spiritualist and overall awesome black woman Adanna joins us as we discuss Stephen A. Smith trying to correlate Trump's pain to black pain, Black college students in Atlanta voting third party, what black excellence is NOT, Columbia University and USC giving the middle finger to the 1st amendment Support the Show.…
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Send us a Text Message. We dive into the Caitlin Clark hate and anticipation for the coming WNBA season, The beef between Kendrick, Cole, and Drake, The oddest list of diss tracks ever, William Brock shoots and kills an uber driver, and Walmart incorrectly charging for food. Support the Show.By Kane and ross
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Join us in a thought-provoking episode as we delve into the unique journey of identifying and living by core values as Black folks. Racism, a pervasive force, often acts as a formidable obstacle, diverting our focus and energy from our guiding principles. Through powerful anecdotes and insightful analysis, we explore how racism can disrupt our alig…
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At Espresso Talk Today, empowerment is at the heart of everything we do. In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of core values—the guiding principles that shape our decisions and actions. Knowing your core values is more than just an introspective exercise—it's a tool for empowerment. It empowers you to reduce stress, set meaningful…
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Send us a Text Message. California raises the minimum wage for restaurant workers, Israel bombs workers of World Central Kitchen, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott called a 'DEI Mayor', Tallahassee cops openly frame black motorist, Missouri trying to permanently suspended income tax for businesses, and NCAA and NBA hoops talk. Support the Show.…
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Join Ama-Robin and Mel as they interview Demiesha Dennis, founder of Brown Girl Outdoor World. Dive into Demiesha's inspiring journey from self-taught fly-fisher to advocate for Black women in nature. We discuss: 1. The challenges faced by women of color in outdoor spaces, from racial profiling to lack of representation. 2. How Black Girl Outdoor W…
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Today, we bravely dive into the topic of managing racial trauma. We are uniquely guided by Professor William A. Smith's framework of trauma-informed care: the 4Rs. By realizing, recognizing, responding, and resisting, we can navigate the complexities of racial trauma and foster healing within ourselves and our communities. Join us on our journey of…
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Racial stress is a fact of life for most Black Americans. We suffer its physical and mental effects daily at work, at school, in public spaces, anywhere or anytime. Headaches. Hypertension. Insomnia. Anxiety. Depression. These are a few of the symptoms of racial stress, or Racial Battle Fatigue. We have learned about Racial Battle Fatigue from its …
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Did you know that systemic racism can cause depression, anxiety, hypertension, insomnia, and other serious health conditions? Black Americans suffer high levels of stress from the daily experience of anti-Black racism. In this special episode, the Espresso Talk Today team is joined by Professor William Smith who has conducted extensive study on thi…
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Send us a Text Message. NYC suing social media companies for youth mental health, Allen Iverson says Kyrie has the best handles ever, The trailer for the movie adaptation of the video game Borderlands drops (and what video games turned movie were good), Carmelo Anthony's son says who his G.O.A.T. is (and it's not his dad!) Support the Show.…
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In this powerful final episode of Black History Month on Espresso Talk Today, we dive deep into the heart of what it means to be a history maker. Guided by the wisdom of the courageous and brilliant philosopher and activist, Angela Davis, we explore how every one of us, through our everyday actions, contributes to making history. From the stories o…
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Send us a Text Message. Russia making a cancer vaccine, reports showing side effects of covid vaccine, a texas man arrested for the overdose of his client, Idaho enacts a law of capital punishment for convicted sex offenders, Donald Trump unveils his sneaker line, and no defense being played in the NBA all-star game Support the Show.…
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Do you find Black history depressing? I did! Then I learned that this was my "miseducation" about the real history of Black people in America. In this episode, host Ama-Robin rejects the "inferiorized" Black history that we have been taught and discusses the empowered history of resilience, resistance, and joy that is the true experience of Black A…
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Send us a Text Message. Taylor Swift and the NFL, Superbowl halftime recap, issues persist in the Congo, shooting at Joel Osteen's church, and which Kobe was better; number 8 or number 24? Support the Show.By Kane and ross
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Black Joy is found in many places. One of my favorite "Black Joy" activities comes from storytelling and skilled storytellers. Storytellers have always held important roles in Black communities--from Africa to Detroit. Storytelling connects us with our roots in Africa where the oral tradition was used to remember family history, acknowledge special…
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Send us a Text Message. Killer Mike's odd disappearance from the Grammys, Jay-z gives the grammys a piece of his mind after Beyonce is subbed, our review of Netflix's 'Griselda', Russia ditches the US dollar, and who would win between the greatest players of coaches Doc Rivers, Greg popovich, and Eric Spoelstra? Support the Show.…
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Dive into a revolutionary journey with Espresso Talk Today's special episode for Black History Month. Host Ama-Robin takes you through an empowering exploration of learning Black history as an act of radical liberation. This episode highlights the pivotal roles of figures like W.E.B. Du Bois and Angela Davis in reshaping the narrative of Black empo…
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Racism is making us sick! A Black person dies every seven minutes because of systemic racism. What can we do? The first step is to use the Every Day Discrimination Scale--a test that measures the effect of racism in our lives. The second step is to practice self-care. I In this episode, Ama-Robin discusses different types of self-care, but she also…
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Join Ama-Robin and Mel for this uncommon conversation about how racism affects Black health. They also use and discuss the Every Day Discrimination Scale (EDDS) that was created by Psychologist David R. Williams. You can find the Every Day Discrimination Scale on the Espresso Talk Today website at www.espressotalktoday.com.…
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Meet the fearless visionary, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.--just in time for Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Explore the bold and unapologetic side of Dr. King that history often hides from us. From the challenges of making MLK Day a reality to the radical messages that resonate today, this show will empower and inspire to action. Get ready to roll up you…
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"The master's tools will never dismantle the master's house." Black feminist activist Audre Lorde spoke these words in 1979. She envisioned the dismantling of the global systems of oppression against Black and Brown people. As we enter 2024, Espresso Talk Today examines what has changed in the 45 years since Audre Lorde's poignant speech. We also e…
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Habari Gani! Let's celebrate Kwanzaa! Learn the basics about Kwanzaa from Master Storyteller Mama Edie. Learn why Kwanzaa was started, who started it, how to celebrate it, and how you can live the Kwanzaa principles. Great fun and wonderful traditions for the whole family, friends, or just you and the Espresso Talk Today team. At the end of the sho…
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