In this week’s episode, our Black Box Letter is tackles Will Smith slapping Chris Rock live on stage at the Oscars. We discuss what the punishment may be, as well as the varying standpoints about toxic masculinity and Blackness that have stemmed from the incident. As well as what this may mean for Will Smith going forward? Will the academy punish him? We also take a look at the recently released text messages surrounding the January 6 riots between former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows ...
Apr 02, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 6Ep. 11
In this week’s episode we tackle a Black Box Letter from a listener that asks what she should do to motivate her loving boyfriend, who she feels isn’t progressing fast enough for her. Also, we take a look at the recent supreme court nomination hearing of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. With an unprecedented level of questioning, Brown Jackson has stayed poised and professional under pressure. However, has the spectacle of the hearings kept us from asking deeper questions about her record? And recen...
Mar 26, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 6Ep. 10
In this week’s episode we an Indiana HS teacher (Mike Hosinkski of Jimtown HS) caught on security camera striking a student. We ask whether or not there should be any empathy for the teacher. Next we tackle a recent article from INSIDER that details how Black home buyers are being pushed out of the housing market faster than any other demographic. Is this a new phenomena or just redlining called by a different name? And later we talk about how Congress has recently passed an anti-lynching bill, ...
Mar 05, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 6Ep. 9
In this week’s episode, our Black Box Letter asks; is there a limit to the amount of sacrifice that a spouse should be expected to make for their partner? We also discuss the recent invasion of the Russian military into the Ukraine. How did we get here, and does that mean that this is the start of WW3? And with local legislatures across the country voting on or implementing laws meant to stop critical race theory, many African Americans believe that the teaching of Black History in schools is un...
Feb 26, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 6Ep. 8
In this week's episode we discuss what emotional and social growth looks like. And as Black men of a certain age, how we can recognize it and appreciate it in the moment. Also, Philadelphia Housing Activist; Asantewaa Nkrumah-Ture, goes to court after landlord threatens her life. We discuss how it got that far. And a recent OP-ED in "The Hill" explains why Black voters are no longer supporting the Biden administration. We dive into it and debate its accuracy. All that and much more. Please consi...
Feb 19, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 6Ep. 7
In this week's episode we discuss how Joe Rogan (UFC/The Joe Rogan Experience) is once again under fire. This time for a montage of clips of the podcaster using the n-word. Should Spotify remove him from the platform all together? We discuss. Also, the NBA trade deadline has come and gone and major last minute trades have shaken up the NBA landscape. Who are the winners and losers in the trade? All that and much more. Please consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joining us over at Patreon...
Feb 12, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 6Ep. 6
In this week's episode we are joined by professor Dylan Rodriguez, as we discuss the recent class action lawsuit filed by former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores against the NFL for racial discrimination. Does he have a case, and what does this lawsuit mean for the future of the NFL? Also, what is being done about the recent rash of bomb threats that are plaguing HBCUs across the country? And Whoopi Goldberg was recently suspended from "The View" by ABC for comments she made about the holo...
Feb 05, 2022•1 hr 34 min•Season 6Ep. 5
In this week's episode we discuss the recent suicide deaths of both Ian Alexander (son of Regina King) and local Maryland mayor, Kevin Ward. Why are Black men committing suicide at a high rate than their counterparts? And mogul Jay-Z, Meek Mill, and others are making a push for the state of New York not to be able to use rap lyrics as evidence in criminal cases. Is this a good thing or a bad thing. We discuss this and much much more. Please consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joining us...
Jan 29, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 6Ep. 4
In this week's episode we take a look back at year one of the Biden Administration. Their agenda, and the plans they have going forward. And with no major legislations passed, what grade are we giving it, and why? And Tulsa pastor Michael Todd is facing backlash for rubbing spit on the face of a church member during his sermon. We discuss the history pastor Todd, and how this isn't out of character for him. All that and much more. Please consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joining us ov...
Jan 22, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 6Ep. 3
In this week's episode, we discuss how the recent call for an increase and stiff regulations in college sport’s NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deal. How do the lack of "regulations" impact smaller schools and smaller conferences? And rapper/songstress Lauryn Hill is set to executive produce a documentary on the life and family of famed writer, poet, and activist Amiri Baraka. Is Hill the right person to head this ship? All that and much more. Please consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by ...
Jan 15, 2022•41 min•Season 6Ep. 2
In this week's episode we examine the passing of Maxine McNair, the last of parents from the 1963 Birmingham church bombing that claimed the lives of 4 little girls. We tackle the legacy being left behind by many civil rights icons as that generation passes on. We also take a look at a recent research study that shows that protests really do work in preventing police shootings. How accurate is the data? We discuss. All that and much more. Please consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joini...
Jan 08, 2022•57 min•Season 6Ep. 1
In this week's episode we talk about if it makes sense for Black men to intentionally go looking for love outside of the country. Even amidst the objections of residents, Atlanta approves a $90 million dollar, 300 acre, police training and boarding facility. We try to understand why. And recent studies have shown even with a 6 figure salary it's becoming harder and harder for Americans to achieve "The American Dream. All that and much more. Please consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joi...
Jan 01, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 5Ep. 46
In this week's episode we ask; is it possible to have long lasting and healthy marriage, all while you and your spouse live in 2 separate homes? We discuss the recent interview Vice President Kamala Harris did with Charlamagne Tha God. Why did it go off the rails, and who really has the power right now among democrats? And Americans have possibly seen their last Child Tax Credit check, all because Senator Joe Machin of West Virginia believes it will be used on drugs? We cover all that and much m...
Dec 25, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 45
In this week's episode we discuss how Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has unveiled the states "Stop Woke Act" which is an effort to stop the nonexistent teaching of Critical Race Theory in grades K-12, and would allow parents to sue teachers they believe that violate this order. We tell you what you need to know. And the FBI's Use-Of-Force data base is in jeopardy of being shut down for good because not enough police departs are providing the data necessary to keep it going. We discuss what could ...
Dec 18, 2021•52 min•Season 5Ep. 44
In this week's episode, we discuss how a local plumber found roughly $600 thousand in cash and checks behind a false wall in Joel Osteen's Mega church. How did this happen? A White high school teacher from Tennessee gets fired from his job for teaching about White Privilege. We discuss what lead up to this? And the House recently passes a bill to authorize $770 Billion to fund the Pentagon. Where is all this money coming from? All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black Please co...
Dec 11, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 43
In this week's episode we discuss how recent polling shows that a large portion of American's don't want to have children. We take a look at the possible causes. Also, we talk about how Barbados has officially cut its ties with Queen Elizabeth and the UK, and why that's cause to celebrate. And why is one of the co-founders of Spotify investing in military AI, and is a boycott really necessary? All that and much more. Please consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joining us over at Patreon....
Dec 04, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 5Ep. 42
In this week's episode, we discuss "ghosting" and how to pick up on the "red flags" in a relationship. We also tackle Democrats losing the Virginia gubernatorial race to Glenn Youngkin, and who's to blame. And former Las Vegas Raider's wide receiver Henry Ruggs III was involved in a tragic car crash while under the influence of alcohol, that took the life of a 23 year old woman. Does the NFL bear any responsibility in this? All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black. Please cons...
Nov 06, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 5Ep. 41
In this week's episode we discuss Dave Chappelle and his on going battle against "cancel culture" and the Trans-Community. Is Chappelle being singled out, or is this all self-inflicted? Also, recently the Philadelphia police department held a press conference providing details about a rape case. Only to find out that the details were a lie. We talk about how this could happen. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black Please consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joining ...
Oct 30, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 5Ep. 40
We discuss the recent verdict in the R. Kelly trail. Kelly was found guilty on all counts and could be facing life in prison. We discuss how we got to this point and what part society, and the culture played in this. And with millions still out of work across the country, Alabama and Oklahoma are using millions of Covid relief funds to build and renovate new prisons. How is this possible? We take a look. All that and much more. Informed. Intelligent. In The Black Please consider becoming part of...
Oct 02, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 5Ep. 39
In this week's episode we discuss the recent images coming from the United States southern border, that shows US Border Patrol agents whipping and assaulting Haitian refugees while on horseback. We break down what happened, as well as what the Biden administrations response has been. Also, HBCUs were promised financial assistance from Democrats if they were elected, but it seems like that money was pulled from the final draft for the $3.5 trillion dollar infrastructure bill. We discuss why this ...
Sep 25, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 38
In this week's episode we take a moment to remember 54yo actor Michael K. Williams, best known for his role as Omar on The Wire. We discuss his impact as an artist, and the need for more conversation regarding drug addiction in the Black community. We tackle how many of the families of victims that have died because of police violence don't think that reform is the answer, so what is. All that and much more. Consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joining us over at Patreon. https://www.pat...
Sep 11, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 5Ep. 37
In this episode we discuss the recent grand jury decision to indict the 3 arresting officers, and 2 paramedics involved in the murder of Elijah McClain. What does it all mean? We tackle how the majority of states still haven't released monies to those seeking eviction assistance. We try to understand why that is. And what has caused the recent historic surge of HBCU enrollees. All that and much more. https://www.patreon.com/intheblackpdcst Follow us on social media @InTheBlackPdcst on Facebook, ...
Sep 04, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 39
This week we tackle how the Biden administration has handle the military drawdown in Afghanistan, and what it means for the Afghan people. Recent census data shows the population of White Americans has taken a steep decline. We ask what could be the cause. And we get a letter from a listener who's asking "how old is too old for someone to date?" All that and much more. Consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joining us over at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/intheblackpdcst Follow us on so...
Aug 23, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 5Ep. 35
In this episode we discuss how a White local Alabama city councilman screamed out a racial slur during one of their council meetings, and what we believe the city's response should have been. And we ask; why did the Texas state senate recently remove teaching that the KKK was "morally wrong" from it's school curriculum? All that and much more. Consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joining us over at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/intheblackpdcst Follow us on social media @InTheBlackPdcs...
Jul 24, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 31
This week we talk about how the NCAA will now allow student athletes to earn money from their names, images, and likenesses. We break down the changes and what it means. And billionaire Bob Johnson (Founder of BET) wants reparations... but why? All that and much more. Consider becoming part of the ITBP Family by joining us over at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/intheblackpdcst Follow us on social media @InTheBlackPdcst on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. In The Black Podcast Social Media Twit...
Jul 03, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 29
This week we discuss how a NY State Trooper involved car crash lead to the death of 11yo Monica Goods, and how that family is pursuing justice. And we take a look at how the White House is now pushing for the reopening of Civil Rights era cold cases, and what it means for those involved. All that and much more. To check out other conversations and consider joining us over at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/intheblackpdcst Follow us on social media @InTheBlackPdcst on Facebook, Twitter, and Inst...
Jun 26, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 5Ep. 28
This week we discuss the shooting incident of six year old Colby Daniels, and ask why there isn't more outcry over this incident. Juneteenth has now officially been made a national holiday. Is it time to celebrate? And we tackle why Byron Allen is suing McDonalds for racial discrimination. All that and much more. To check out the entire conversation consider joining us over at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/intheblackpdcst Follow us on social media @InTheBlackPdcst on Facebook, Twitter, and In...
Jun 19, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 5Ep. 27
In this episode we discuss the pains of being a caregiver, and the sole provider in a household. What do those challenges look like? We take a look at Naomi Osaka's decision to drop out of the French Open, and the backlash she has gotten from it. And as many as 25 states have decided to opt out of providing the $300 covid federal unemployment benefits. We dive into what this means for regular Americans. All that and much more. To check out the entire conversation consider joining us over at Patr...
Jun 13, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 26
In this episode we discuss how after 20 years, Kwame Brown has decided to fire back at all his detractors. Are his comments justified? We ask; how is it possible that Soulja Boy can sell his tweets for $1300 dollars a piece? And Samaria Rice (mother of Tamir Rice) speaks out about the Black Lives Matter Global movement, and other notable figures are profiting from Black death. All that and much more. Books Discussed In This Episode Un-Tigering by: Iris Chen https://www.amazon.com/Untigering-Peac...
Jun 05, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 5Ep. 26
In this episode we ask; what exactly is critical race theory. We take a look at the violence happening in the middle east and the struggle for Palestinian liberation. And Joe Budden fires both his co-host during their most recent podcast. Is this what happens when you mix friendship with business? All that and much more. To check out the entire conversation consider joining us over at Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/intheblackpdcst Follow us on social media @InTheBlackPdcst on Facebook, Twitter...
May 22, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 5Ep. 25
