This week Jamar and AK are joined by guest Ben Schwanke who is running for state house in disctirct 40A. Jamar, AK, and Dennis discuss the news that CNN released a new poll showing that 75% of Democrats don't want President Biden to run for re-election. To learn more about Ben visit: https://schwankeforhouse.com https://facebook.com/schwankeforhouse
Jul 29, 2022•1 hr 3 min
This week Jamar and AK are joined by guest Todd Axtell. Todd recently retired as the city of St. Paul's Chief of Police. We talk all things law enforcement. Jamar and AK also discuss the lack of law enforcement in Minneapolis homeless encampments Stay connected with Todd by visiting his website https://www.theaxtellgroup.com Sponsors: Dennis Smith Law Office - Smithlawmn.com Weber Mart convenience store
Jul 14, 2022•1 hr 9 min
This week we are joined by candidate for Hennepin County Attorney, Tad Jude. Tad is a former state representative, state senator, county commissioner, and district judge. Jamar and AK discuss and debate the United States Supreme Court ruling that returned abortion back to the states. Was this the right move? Are we becoming a real-life Gilead? Sponsors- Dennis Smith Law Office Visit: smithlawmn.com Email: dennis@smithlawmn.com Weber Mart Convenience Store...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 10 min
This week Jamar and AK discuss and debate the latest news coming out of the January 6th Select Committee hearings. They also discuss the threat of pro-abortion supporters rioting if Roe is overturned. Also the Minnesota Supreme ruled that Minneapolis must employ a minimum of 721 police officers. Sponsors- Dennis Smith Law Office Weber Mart convenience store
Jun 23, 2022•1 hr 3 min
This week our guest this week is Brooklyn Park Mayoral candidate, Hollies Winston. Jamar and AK discuss the latest approval rating for President Biden and the decision by the Grand Rapids Michigan DA to charge the officer that shot and killed Patrick Lyoya. Sponsors - Dennis Smith Law Office Weber Mart convenience store
Jun 18, 2022•57 min
We are back ladies and gentlemen. This week our guest is Don Samuels. He is challenging squad member Ilhan Omar in the Democrat primary for Minnesota's 5th Congressional District. Jamar and AK are discussing the latest on gun control legislation, the shocking recall of progressive San Francisco DA Chesa Boudin, and the latest in Minneapolis homicide count.
Jun 09, 2022•1 hr 17 min
This week, Jamar and AK are discussing the news that broke that the US Supreme Court will most likely overturn Roe V. Wade, Gov. Walz signing a bill that will pay frontline workers, and the announcement that US District Attorney Andrew Luger will step in to help crackdown on violent crime in MN Sponsors: TakeCharge MN Weber Mart convenience store
May 05, 2022•56 min
Our guest this week is former Judge Martha Holton Dimick. She is running for Hennepin County Attorney. Jamar and AK discuss; Elon Musk buying Twitter, a group of Black educators suing the Minneapolis Teacher's Union, and the new report on the Minneapolis Police Department that details a history and current practice of racial discrimination.
Apr 29, 2022•1 hr 27 min
This week we are joined by Millennial Spike Lee. He is a TikTok creator and a business owner. Co-hosts Jamar and AK Kamara discuss a poll that was released that shows Black Americans believe race is the most important part of their identity. To learn more about Millenial Spike visit: https://linktr.ee/AWAIC Follow Spike on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@millenialspikelee Follow Spike on Instagram: https://instagram.com/millennialspikelee Subscribe to Spike's YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/AWAIC Con...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr
Our guest this week is Republican endorsed MN-05 Congressional candidate Cicely Davis. Her goal is to retire "squad" member, Rep. Ilhan Omar. Co-hosts Jamar and AK debate about Biden's 38% approval rating and it's impact on the midterms. Sponsors this week: TakeCharge MN WeberMart
Apr 14, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Jamar and AK discuss the NFL's update to the Rooney Rule, the slap heard around the world, Colorado's new abortion rights law, and the decision to not charge the Minneapolis police officer's that shot and killed Amir Locke.
Apr 07, 2022•58 min
We are joined by Dennis Smith. A former Minnesota state representative that is running to unseat Keith Ellison for Attorney General of Minnesota. Jamar and AK discuss the US Senate confirmation hearings of Ketanji Brown Jackson. K
Mar 24, 2022•59 min
Friend of the show, Jai Hanson, makes his 2nd appearance on the show. He is running for Sheriff of Hennepin County. We discuss his views on why he is running and what he sees as a failures of leadership within the current Sheriff's office and with the Minneapolis Police Department that have led to these institutions losing the trust of the communities they serve.
Mar 17, 2022•1 hr 11 min
This week we are joined by Kendall Qualls to discuss his run for Minnesota Governor. We discuss his views on CRT, systemic racism, and his view of the American Dream. AK and Jamar argue over the recent Minneapolis Teacher's strike and it's impact on students. The also argue over the Florida legislature voting to pass HB1557 - The Parental Rights in Education Act. Which Democrats have dubbed the "Don't Say Gay" bill and AK has dubbed the "Don't Say Gay or Straight" bill.
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr 9 min
We are joined by former NBA player and St. Paul Minnesota native Royce White. He recently announced his run MN-05 Congressional District which is currently held by Rep. Illhan Omar. Royce is running as a Republican. Co-hosts Jamar and AK argue over President Biden's State of the Union. Jamar and Royce argue about what Republicans can do and have done for the black community. Royce lays out his argument that the Federal Reserve is the root cause for many of the United States problems. Things get ...
Mar 03, 2022•1 hr 6 min
AK and Jamar are joined by former police commander and current executive director of the Minnesota Police and Peace Officer's Association (MPPOA), Brian Peters. We discuss the use of no-knock warrants, policing, and legal defense funds for officers being charged with crimes.
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr 15 min
This week co-hosts Jamar and AK Kamara discuss the tragic killing of #amirlocke. We are joined by guest Darryl Finton Jr. founder of End Poverty. Make Trillions. to talk about his movement to end poverty in the United States. To learn more about his movement visit: https://endpovertymaketrillions.com Follow him on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@endpovertymaketrillions Subscribe to his YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/EndPovertyMakeTrillions
Feb 10, 2022•1 hr 2 min
This week co-hosts Jamar and AK Kamara are joined by guests Prince and Ced from the radio and podcast show The Morning Show- Let’s Argue w/ Prince Carlton on KRSM 98.9 We talk about the Brian Flores story, FBA's vs. Africans in America, and "The Talk"
Feb 03, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Joseph Banks for Hennepin County Sheriff is this weeks guest. He is running for #hennepin county #sheriff AK Kamara and Jamar talk about Justice Stephen Breyer retirement non-announcement announcement and they also discuss the drunk driving controversy around #SheriffHutch Connect with us via TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube by visiting http://linktr.ee/brbd Sponsors- Just Imagine & Weber Mart
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr 12 min
Jamar and AK Kamara debate the Democrat Freedom to Vote bill and the Republican opposition. They also debate the move by the Douglas County DFL party announcing they are requiring proof of vaccination and wearing a mask to participate in the caucus election system.
Jan 20, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Jamar and AK Kamara speak with Hennepin County Attorney candidate Mary Moriarty about her views on the role and duties a County Prosecutor should have. Jamar and AK also argue about the newly announced vaccine mandates and their impact on black, brown, and indigenous Minnesotans.
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr 10 min
AK Kamara and Jamar debate and discuss the anniversary of the Jan. 6th riot/insurrection. They also discuss the narrative change on mandates and masks with #stpaul and #minneapolis reinstating mask mandates. To connect with our other socials or to contribute to our show visit http://linktr.ee/brbd Sponsor- Just Imagine WeberMart
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 1
AK Kamara (R) and Jamar (D) talk about the trial of former police officer #KimPotter where she is being charged with manslaughter in the death of #DaunteWright We also talk about #Bidenflation and a recent poll that shows only 60% of #Democrats want President Joe Biden to seek re-election and 67% of #Republicans want President Donald Trump to seek re-election
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 8 min
Our guest this week is Richard Painter. Richard is a law professor at the University of Minnesota. He previously ran for US Senate in 2018 and served in the George W Bush administration as the Chief white house ethics lawyer.
Dec 09, 2021•55 min
Jai Hanson For Hennepin County Sheriff joins the show as this weeks guest to chat about the role of Sheriffs, policing, and why he is running. AK Kamara and Jamar discuss the verdict of the #ahmaudarbery trial.
Nov 25, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Dr. Neil Shah, Republican Governor candidate joins the show to discuss his candidacy for MN Governor. AK Kamara (R) and Jamar (D) debate Rittenhouse trial and identity politics.
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 9 min
This week Jamar and AK do a crossover episode with Neana and Shade from the podcast Meet the Shu to discuss prison and criminal justice issues. Also guest David Frazier joins the show. He is the owner of Just Imagine, a clothing store located in St. Paul to talk about black small business ownership.
Nov 11, 2021•1 hr 54 min
Co-Hosts AK (R) and Jamar (D) are joined by guest MN State Representative (67A) John Thompson to discuss the last 12 chaotic months of his freshman term as state representative. AK and Jamar discuss the Minneapolis 2021 elections for city council and ballot question 2 which was defeated.
Nov 04, 2021•1 hr 32 min
Jamar (D) and AK Kamara (R) sit down with guest State Senator Michelle Benson to discuss her run for Governor of Minnesota. We also discuss Kyle Rittenhouse, Covid-19, School vouchers, and the Minneapolis ballot amendment.
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 5 min
Co-Hosts AK (R) and Jamar (D) discuss the passing of General Colin Powell. Cicely Davis is challenging Ilhan Omar for Congress. Cicely is the Republican Congressional candidate for MN CD-5 and our guest. We discuss her candidacy and run against #squad member in a deep blue district.
Oct 21, 2021•1 hr 3 min