On this week’s episode; singer/writer Tank believes that men can be sexually intimate with other men and not be gay. We ask; is there validity to what he’s saying? CNN seems poised to launch an all Black politics show. Why now, and can it be successful? And we are joined by YouTuber and portrait photographer extraordinaire, Brandon Cole, of Brandon Cole Photography. We talk about how he started, his process, and how he stays motivated, and the grind of entrepreneurship. All that and much more. I...
Oct 25, 2019•57 min•Season 4Ep. 6
On this episode of the In The Black Podcast we discuss why Sanaa Lathan is choosing herself and not choosing marriage. We ask why there is lack of Black male teachers in the United States, and how the group called “Call Me MISTER” is trying to change that. And we discuss how Atatiana Jefferson was shot dead in her home by Dallas Fort Worth police. What happened? Why? And what we can do to stop tragedies like this from happening again? All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black....
Oct 18, 2019•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 5
In this weeks episode we are joined by Carmen Miller of the "Full Circle Podcast" as we talk about; Why in the world is Seattle Seahawks' wide receiver Tyler Lockett still a virgin at 27? The 90's Classic "New Jack City" is getting a reboot, but why doesn't Wesley Snipes want to be a part of it? And, a lot of Black people stayed home and didn't vote in 2016. Are there any candidates that excite Black people enough to go to the ballot box? All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Bla...
Oct 11, 2019•57 min•Season 4Ep. 4
In this episode we're joined by Marques and B.Reed from the "2 Smart Dummies Podcast". They help us to discuss what forgiveness looks like in the aftermath of the Amber Guyger trial. The 12 year old girl who's bullying story made national news, now admits that she lied about the events. We try and figure out why. And we let the "2 Smart Dummies" free to do what they do best, and talk about sports and the upcoming 2019-2020 NBA season. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black....
Oct 04, 2019•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 3
In this weeks episode of the ITBP, we tackle what you should do when your partner doesn't like to engage in Public Displays of Affection (PDA). Beyoncé and Jay-Z are trade marking Blue Ivy's name. Their reasoning is because she's a cultural icon. Do we agree? And after all the antics from the trial of Tekashi 69, we ask can he actually make a safe return back to rap music? All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black!
Sep 27, 2019•46 min•Season 4Ep. 2
We. Are. Back!! It's time to start season 4 of the INCREDIBLE In The Black Podcast, and on this episode we discuss how California is poised to be the first state to allow student athletes to get paid to play. We tackle whether or not the upcoming movie "Joker" is indoctrination material for angry White Males. And after Kevin Hart's recent car crash, we discuss how things have gone from bad to worse. All that, and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black.
Sep 20, 2019•48 min•Season 4Ep. 1
In this season 3 finale we take a listener letter that asks; how far is too far when it comes to school discipline. We take a look at a recent Wall Street Journal article that tries to explain why anxiety looks and affects men differently than women. And we're joined by MSNBC political contributor and Morgan State Professor, Dr. Jason Johnson to talk about Black #Masculinity in the era of #MeToo and #BlackPanther , and to discuss politics and the 2020 elections. All that and much more. Informed....
Aug 23, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 28
In this episode, the fellas get an interesting letter from a listener who's having a hard time deciding whether or not he should "shoot his shot" at work. They ask: "Is judicial activism the way to go in this era of Trump, immigration, and border security?" And they break down the interesting dynamics of the recent partnership between Jay-Z's Roc Nation and the NFL. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black.
Aug 16, 2019•58 min•Season 3Ep. 27
In this episode "Big O" and HUSL (Rick) discuss if it's a good idea to put a 90 day moratorium on sex when dating. And right in time for Father's Day they're joined by Psychologist and Author, Dr. Lawrence Drake to discuss his new book "Color Him Father". He describes his journey grieving the loss of his daughter, and how that journey has spawned a movement to strengthen and uplift Black Fathers everywhere. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black.
Jun 17, 2019•51 min•Season 3Ep. 23
In this episode the fellas are joined by Dr. Tunde Akinyeke (@taut_7) of the N.W.A. Podcast as we discuss the recent murder case of 62yo Kenneth Herring by Hannah Payne in Georgia. They discuss why it appears that no one is giving Kamala Harris and Elizabeth Warren any attention, despite the crowded Democratic presidential field. And with the NBA Finals starting, we talk about how insufferable Drake is gonna be, as well as discuss who has a better chance of taking home the title this year the Go...
May 31, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 22
In this episode Big O and HUSL talk about an emotional and intimate exchange between D.L. Hughley and his son Kyle, who as Autism. They discuss how Robert F. Smith is paying off all the loans for the 2019 graduating class at Morehouse, and how it's changed the game for commencement speakers everywhere. And with 8 seasons in the can, and a questionable series finale, we discuss the conclusion of HBO's Game of Thrones. All that and much more.
May 27, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 21
This week we're joined by the amazing Dru Ealons, and she helps us take a look at the case of Ex-Cop Mohamed Noor, and ask why Minneapolis appears to have a double standard when it comes to charging and convicting police that kill unarmed citizens. Nancy Pelosi is scared that Donald Trump could refuse to step down as President after a 2020 loss. We discuss how possible that is. And Ayesha Curry is tired of all the groupies surrounding her husband Steph Curry, but she's also tired of men NOT appr...
May 10, 2019•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 20
In this episode the ITBP the fellas discuss why the Philadelphia Flyers and the New York Yankees decided to cut Kate Smith. In light of the death of Director John Singleton, they talk about his most impactful movies. Big O is joined by Anita Riggs (Tranquil Ashes) and Dana Holmes (NYCPlayboy78) to discuss what it means to be a Black Cosplayer. And of course after an INCREDIBLE episode 3, the fellas discuss Game of Thrones "The Long Night". That and much more.
May 03, 2019•1 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 19
In this episode we are joined by comedian extraordinaire Haywood Turnipseed, and host of the Shiznit Podcast Dino Red to discuss the recent fire at the Cathedral Notre Dame. And with the release of the final season of HBO's Game of Thrones just kicking off, we discuss thrones and ask what character gets the award for biggest dummy. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black
Apr 19, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 18
We're back with another INCREDIBLE episode of the In The Black Podcast. This time we're joined by head of African American studies at Georgetown University Dr. Robert Patterson . He helps us to discuss why #JordanPeele doesn't want any White male leads in his movies. We discuss colorism and sexism in Black media. And with "Uncle" Joe Biden and Omari getting to touchy feely recent, we ask the question "What is the appropriate way to great another man's wife. All that and much more....
Apr 04, 2019•56 min•Season 3Ep. 16
We're back for another episode of the ITBP. In this show we talk about #LiamNeeson hateful past. We talk about Ralph Northam and ask: "What da hell is going on in Va Politics?" And discuss if #21Savage is gonna get deported before the #Grammys . Make sure that you check it out, , comment, and share. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black!!...
Feb 08, 2019•53 min•Season 3Ep. 10
