It's about that time! Diddy’s in court facing accusations that go way beyond the headlines including forced medical procedures on alleged victims, plus Trump’s out here with orders to change not only HBCUs and how they get funded but higher education at-large (Shout out to Harvard University for standing their ground though!). What does all this mean for Black folks in America? What does this mean for the future of education? We’re talking about power, control, and the culture shifts that are ha...
May 02, 2025•38 min•Ep. 48
The headlines are heavy, and the stakes are high. Shannon Sharpe is under fire with new lawsuits painting a troubling picture of abuse and retaliation. Meanwhile, women judges across the country are demanding real protection as threats against their lives and families escalate. We’re breaking it all down — the cases, the climate, and the consequences for justice itself. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hosts & Executive Producers: Eboni K. Williams...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 47
Tyrese is back in court—this time trying to slash his child support payments while allegedly owing over $100k. Meanwhile, his ex is like, “Run me my money.” But the real drama? Congressional Republicans are out here plotting to gut the federal court system as we know it. We’re unpacking deadbeat antics, power plays, and what happens when people try to rewrite the rules that keep justice intact. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hosts & Executive Pro...
Apr 25, 2025•34 min•Ep. 46
Diddy’s pulling pages out of every playbook—trying to shape his defense team, subpoena Cassie’s private writings, and keep that assault footage off the record. But will it all hold up when trial kicks off May 2? And in a separate saga of law meets tech, a New York man tries to let an A.I. lawyer represent him… and gets swiftly shut down. We're talking celebrity strategy, legal boundaries, and the wild future of courtroom tech. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Production...
Apr 23, 2025•48 min•Ep. 45
This week, the gavel came down with some side-eye. Trump’s bid to dodge a defamation case from the Exonerated Five? Denied. Meanwhile, Tashera Simmons—first lady of Ruff Ryders past—wins back child support but loses out on the music rights. We’re talking justice, legacy, and how Black folks keep fighting for what’s rightfully ours. From respect to residuals. Learn more about coerced plea deals from the Innocence Project. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC ...
Apr 18, 2025•34 min•Ep. 44
We’re talking about legacy, labor, and control—on every level. Wendy Williams, once the queen of daytime talk, is now facing a judge who allegedly told her she’s done. But is that the court’s call to make? And in Texas, a new law says child support should start from conception—raising big questions about who carries the cost of parenthood before birth. From Black women’s autonomy to reproductive justice in red states, this episode is all about who’s allowed to thrive, and who’s being told to sit...
Apr 16, 2025•42 min•Ep. 43
Kandi Burruss said "you not finna blame me PERSONALLY" and countersues her Blaze Steakhouse landlord. And Trump’s back on his "dictator for a day" talk—but is it still a joke and could he really get a 3rd term in office? Eboni and Dustin unpack the lawsuits, the laws, and what all this mess really means. Tap in. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hosts & Executive Producers: Eboni K. Williams and Dustin Ross. Executive Producer: Dossie McCraw Senior ...
Apr 11, 2025•40 min•Ep. 42
Cassie is naming names. No more Victim 1 — she’s testifying in Diddy’s upcoming sex trafficking trial, out loud and in full. Meanwhile, Young Thug just barely dodged a probation violation over a social media post that had prosecutors heated. Eboni and Dustin break down what Cassie’s testimony could mean for Diddy’s defense and what kind of legal leash Thug is really on. Get into it. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hosts & Executive Producers: Ebon...
Apr 09, 2025•41 min•Ep. 41
Actor Jesse Williams gets his kids'...heathcare. Donald Trump is testing his limits with the courts on his heels. This episode gets into the specifics of divorce and why Jesse Williams was seeking FULL custody of his children's heathcare. Eboni and Dustin break down just what is at stake and what the ramifications MIGHT be if Trump is held in contempt of court. Get into it. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hosts & Executive Producers: Eboni K. Will...
Apr 04, 2025•41 min•Ep. 40
Lawsuits, paternity suits, thieves in suits, OH MY! Anthony Edwards' latest legal battles regarding paternity and his exes, and Black voters of Louisiana using their collective power to fight for their representation and rights... Eboni and Dustin dig IN! Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hosts & Executive Producers: Eboni K. Williams and Dustin Ross. Executive Producer: Dossie McCraw Senior Producer: Ashley J. Hobbs Music license: Epidemic Sound Le...
Apr 02, 2025•43 min•Ep. 39
Eboni and Dustin discuss the indictment of Cortney Merrits, husband of former Congresswoman Cori Bush, on charges of PPP loan fraud. They delve into the implications for Cori Bush, discuss the risks of doing business with spouses, and recount similar controversies. Then they explore the possibility of criminal contempt charges against Donald Trump and potential consequences for his administration's defiance of court orders, including deportation cases. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is pro...
Mar 28, 2025•30 min•Ep. 38
Eboni and Dustin discuss Quinta Brunson's split from her husband of 3 years and the definition of a post-nup. Because no matter how you do it, you need to cover all your financial bases when it comes to getting married or ending a marriage! And rounding out this episode, Eboni sounds off on the law firm that has caved to the current administration's demands and what it could mean for the legal profession in America and the rest of us. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Pr...
Mar 26, 2025•48 min•Ep. 37
Wendy Williams has been making the rounds telling her story (and very coherently, might we add). Eboni and Dustin walk through what has been happening with the conservatorship and why she needs to be freed from both her guardian and the conservatorship ASAP, no Rocky. We also report on a very odd story of the white Georgia woman who was inseminated with the wrong embryo and what the legal ramifications could be there. Yikes. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions ...
Mar 21, 2025•39 min•Ep. 36
Everything came up roses for Teyana Taylor in her divorce from Iman Shumpert. Eboni and Dustin talk all things divorce proceedings and why genitalia does not matter when it comes to divvying up the money. Also, we get to the nitty gritty when it comes to the Trump administration's barrage of rollbacks, layoffs, and general f*ckery and the judges who are saving the day from the madness. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hosts & Executive Producers: E...
Mar 19, 2025•48 min•Ep. 35
The news cycle is moving fast but we're keeping you all the way up to date. Developments in the the tragic hazing death of young Caleb Wilson at Southern University have brought Eboni to a very real and perhaps controversial conclusion about The Divine 9. And Jay-Z's recent round of lawsuits against a Jane Doe has got everyone talking about what to do when lies are told about being assaulted. Let's jump right on in. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hos...
Mar 14, 2025•53 min•Ep. 34
News of Josiah Bell circling back around to hit up our beloved Jurnee Smollett for MORE money post-divorce has got the internet streets talking. And so does streamer/rapper DDG's new song and online rant about allegedly being kept from seeing his son with Halle Bailey. Eboni and Dustin break down the ins, outs, ups, downs of these two headlines and what's REALLY going on. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hosts & Executive Producers: Eboni K. Willia...
Mar 12, 2025•49 min•Ep. 33
Another DUI - at YOUR age? Come on, sis. Eboni and Dustin talk all things Karen Huger of RHOP fame and the DUI that has landed her some time in The Clink. We also cover the terrible tragedy of the Southern University student, Caleb Wilson, who died while allegedly participating in a fraternity ritual recently. Eboni gives deeper insight into the practices of the Divine 9 and what they have been doing over the course of years to end hazing rituals. And lastly, Eboni and Dustin discuss Princess Lo...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 32
Diddy's defense team is one (Black) man down and Eboni and Dustin walking through why a respected Black attorney has decided to withdraw from the high-profile case. We also take a look at the Manhattan police officer who was charged with whipping her son and Tamera Mowry's husband's not-so-coded racist rant. It's....a lot. But we are all over it. Get into it with us! Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC . Hosts & Executive Producers: Eboni K. Williams an...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 31
Can't seem to do the news these days with Diddy headlining. So, this week we're talking about the new defense (that's as old as time) that the mogul's legal team is making in his ongoing case. It's a bit of a history lesson you won't want to miss. Eboni and Dustin also give their thoughts on A$AP Rocky's enormous courtroom win this week. AND New York Governor Kathy Hochul's big decision when it comes to Mayor Eric Adams, his allegiances to the Trump administration and the ultimate good of New Yo...
Feb 21, 2025•53 min•Ep. 30
Guess who's back? And Eboni and Dustin get right to work on this first episode of Holding Court's fourth season. On this episode cover everything from the dismissal of NYC Mayor Eric Adams' bribery charges, the amazing judges doing the Lord's work blocking some of Trump's most egregious executive orders (thanks Biden!), and A$AP Rocky's courtroom outburst. Get into it because we already are. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC. Hosts & Executive Produce...
Feb 12, 2025•57 min•Ep. 29
In this season 3 finale of Holding Court, Eboni and Dustin take their time with it! Today we're talking all things Shyne. The rapper turned politician who served 8 years for the infamous '99 nightclub shooting. His new documentary has everyone talking amid the ongoing Diddy case and we're covering it here. Eboni and Dustin also talk about the settlement that led to Jonathan Majors' ex dropping her lawsuits against him, AND Jussie Smollett's conviction being overturned in Chicago. Holding Court w...
Nov 27, 2024•55 min•Ep. 28
Mielle Organics, The Honeypot, Mixed Chicks, Carol's Daughter... What do all these brands have in common? Fabulous products and Black consumers who high-key revolted once the companies were acquired. On today's episode Eboni and Dustin discuss the present and long-term costs to Black-founded businesses when consumers boycott. And Eboni says the quiet part loud re: WHY some consumers don't want Black-founded businesses to sell. Also on this episode: How Diddy's narcissism is affecting his childre...
Nov 20, 2024•49 min•Ep. 27
Mississippi gahdamn! Eboni and Dustin are cookin', ok? They get into how the DOJ is coming for the Mississippi State Senate for severely underpaying a Black woman staffer, Diddy's desperate attempt at making bail, and Halle Berry's legal team's hilarious reasoning as to why she shouldn't have to pay her persistent ex any more money. Yeah, you're in for a ride this week! Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC. Hosts & Executive Producers: Eboni K. Williams ...
Nov 13, 2024•53 min•Ep. 26
It's an early episode drop but it's the eleventh hour of election day and we're talking about provisional ballots and why you may need to cast one. We’re also getting into Young Thug’s plea deal and the end of the longest criminal case in Georgia history. Can you sue for embarrassment? The answer is yes and we’re going to get into it with Cam Newton’s recent podcast confession as a little case study. And last but not least, we’re getting into the recent conviction of the former Kentucky police o...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 25
HOLDING COURT is proud to share this episode of Teach the Babies podcast hosted by Dr. David J. Johns. Search for "Teach the Babies" for more episodes available on all podcast platforms. In this episode of Teach the Babies, Dr. David Johns discusses "reimagining education" with Brittany Packnett Cunningham is an educator, activist, writer, award-winning podcaster, leader, mother, and friend. She is an NBC News and MSNBC Political Analyst and host of UNDISTRACTED, a news and justice podcast with ...
Nov 01, 2024•55 min
Look, we told y'all we would be ON IT covering some of the biggest cases and trials of the year. So, of course, we're back this week with some updates on the YSL/Young Thug trial - the longest criminal trial in Georgia history. Speaking of Georgia, we're bringing you another story of Black homeownership that almost didn't happen from the Peach State, and the persistence we need in order to get what we want and what we're due in the U.S. of A. Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by U...
Oct 30, 2024•44 min•Ep. 24
Eboni is flying solo on this episode to get a few things off her chest about a recent WSJ article . If we're going to talk about the upcoming election then we have to talk about identity. And if we're going to talk about identity, then we have to talk about Whiteness and its place in the minds of both those going to the polls and those seeking election. You don't want to miss this breakdown. For further reading, checkout Ta-Nehisi Coates' 2017 Atlantic article "The First White President" . Holdi...
Oct 23, 2024•56 min•Ep. 23
Black men: This episode is for all of us but especially for you. Eboni and Dustin dig into former President Barack Obama's recent...shall we say, admonishment, of Black men who are on the fence or thinking about sitting out voting in the upcoming election. They also get into the flurry of responses from prominent Black men and what everyone should be thinking about as we are three weeks away from Election Day. Also, on this week's docket - NYC Mayor Eric Adams' recent indictment and what it's lo...
Oct 16, 2024•56 min•Ep. 22
And we BACK! We're jumping back into Season 3 of Holding Court like we never left. Eboni and Dustin (and baby Liberty) are all gas, no breaks on this episode. We're starting with a follow-up on the Diddy trial and the living conditions Mr. Combs has been 'subjected to' in jail while he awaits trial. They also get into the saddening but not unpredicted results of affirmative action getting the axe. (It's a loss for more than just Black students.) And last but not least, Eboni breaks down the Youn...
Oct 09, 2024•54 min•Ep. 21
Y'all know Eboni was going to pop out of maternity leave for a quick minute to dig into arrest and Grand Jury indictment of Sean "Diddy" Combs this week! Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams is produced by Uppity Productions LLC. Hosts & Executive Producers: Eboni K. Williams and Dustin Ross . Executive Producer: Dossie McCraw Senior Producer: Ashley J. Hobbs Creative Consultant: Jake Kleinberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 20, 2024•56 min•Ep. 20
