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Bootleg Like jazz comes from a combination of Black History and Jazz history. Black Americans, AAs, experience in this country started as a diminished experience. We were 3/5ths of a human. Subjugated, denied education, denied having family denied and only given the scraps. Here comes jazz, in order to learn how to play music Black folks had to learn by ear, from watching other people perform and from knowledge passed down. Jazz is an art form built off of diminished chords and diminished opportunities. The musicians, you know, couldn’t legally learn to read or write due to slave codes. As a result, pretty much anything that Black folks wanted to learn they had to do it unconventionally, by candlelight, after working a long shift or when no one is around. Most jazz chords are diminished in some form so I thought to myself, jazz is really a bootleg art form. Whether it be finger placement or how someone learned to play it that way. The original Founders of jazz probably didn’t have any formal musical education or separate but equal musical education and many jazz musicians in general started out with a feeling. When jazz was gaining popularity it occurred during some of the most difficult days in the black community. So here you have the people who are considered ⅗ of a human in America, former slaves, no formal training inspiring, creating and distributing the most important art form to humanity: jazz. They were able to create something that people from foreign countries, diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and different tongues would come to love. That’s the African-American experience- which is an American experience. It’s a mixture of history and music, good times and bad times, the status quo and the underground, subjugation and determination. American culture and travel society and perspective. That’s bootLegLikeJazz.
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Throwback Thursday – Student Loan Forgiveness

According to CNBC.com, The Biden administration is expected to extend payment pause for student loan borrowers through August 2022. This would be the sixth extension of the pandemic-era relief policy staying loan payments for the tens of millions of Americans with student debt. The Biden administration has expressed reluctance to resume the payments before it has come to a decision on loan forgiveness. What are your thoughts… Should student loans be partially forgiven or fully forgiven? @jamirab...

Apr 07, 2022

Full | French Phrase Of The Week – Je Vais Manger

Je Vais Manger… The “Je Vais” sentence structure is extremely important for anyone wanting to learn French. You will use the expression so much that’s not even funny. Click below to find out more. Full episode dropping this week so go ahead and follow us so that you don’t miss the latest from us In this show, we dive into actions such as eating, going to bed, going to work, and going out to eat. Available in the episode will be pronunciation suggestions, visuals, and time sequences. If these sto...

Feb 10, 2022

Trailer Alert – French Phrase Of The Week – Je Vais Manger…

Je Vais Manger… The “Je Vais” sentence structure is extremely important for anyone wanting to learn French. You will use the expression so much that’s not even funny. Click below to find out more. Full episode dropping this week so go ahead and follow us so that you don’t miss the latest from us Audio Only Support Us!!!Submitting form Video and Audio...

Feb 07, 2022

French Phrase Of The Week

Je vais manger… I want to go eat. I’m going to eat. I’m gonna eat. “Je vais” is a fascinating sentence structure in French which is often used to express a desire to do something. You can use it to talk about the future whether in the next second or any moment beyond. Sorry I got very grammar nerdy but fuck it sometimes it’s cool. Yes, you can substitutes “manger” for any verb you want or any action want. For example, I’m going to bed, I’m going to work, and I’m going could be said as, “Je vais ...

Jan 28, 2022

Alfajores Tuesday With Sweets By Belen

Do you think it will stick? Haha Q drops into Sweets By Belén and samples her alfajores, discusses her experiences as a Afro-Latina and her journey to becoming an Entrepreneur. La Tienda más Dulce del Mundo en Houston Full episode available below : Bootleg Like Jazz presents Sweets By Belen – La Tienda más Dulce del Mundo en Houston Support Us!!!Submitting form...

Jan 25, 2022

Happy MLK Day!!!

I don’t know when Dr. King became important to me but he has for sure had a tremendous impact on me. I remember exploring his writings about non-violent civic engagement/disobedience. Listen, being a guy who at times goes against the grain, I naturally gravitated to this philosophy and definitely romanticized the civil rights era. During those times of personal development I leaned heavily into the speeches, writings, themes and events that shaped this period of time. Some days I’d read and list...

Jan 18, 2022

🚨 New Post Alert 🚨

Here is a snippet from a practice session I had improvising the chord progression for “Ain’t No Love In The Heart Of The City” by Bobby “Blue” Bland. The song uses Am7, Bm7, Dm7, C, F, FMaj7, Em7, and different variations on the previous list – if you’re interested. Remember, this is a practice session and I’m an Artist and I’m… The 7 Minutes With Q Show is a listener-supported show so consider supporting us with a small monthly contribution. Join Us…Submitting form Q practicing to a song from B...

Jan 13, 2022

The French Version of Santa Claus 

Did you know that Santa Claus is “Le père noël” in #french … Here’s a phonetic way of pronouncing the phrase “luh pear no L” It looks funny but this happens to be an easy way to pronounce Santa Claus sort of similar to the way les françaises say lol. That was a little frenchglish! Stay tuned for more holiday phrases in french. Your support matters !!!Submitting form...

Dec 14, 2021

Your support matters

I like bringing Guests, diverse topics, and interesting content to you but I need your help. Will you consider supporting our show? Your support allows us to operate independently and share topics that you and I care about and not some business that doesn’t understand the culture or take us seriously. Your contributions will ensure we deliver quality, engaging and relevant episodes that you want to watch and listen to. If these stories resonate with you then like, subscribe, and reshare? Your Su...

Dec 08, 2021

Trailer alert – Does voting matter?

I don’t think it does. Do you? When was the last time you voted? What were the results? How many people do you know that voted? I don’t have all the answers but I am willing to have the conversation. Let’s talk about it does voting even matter any more? If these stories resonate with you, like, subscribe, and reshare.

Nov 30, 2021

Happy Monday

Let’s talk… Will we ever see progress? What’s the impact of symbolic gestures of progress on society? Listen I don’t have all the answers but I’m willing to get the conversation started… If these stories resonate with you – like, subscribe, and reshare Full show coming soon

Nov 29, 2021

A quick translation of “Lady Marmalade”

Believe it or not this song is very simple and straightforward to understand. Check out the video or audio link below and learn the lyrics behind one of the most popular songs in American music history.

Nov 24, 2021

Trailer – My thoughts on Reparations

9 times out of 10 when I find myself in these conversations the other party brings up the fact that nothing in life is free. They go on and on about it. They say, “Why should I have to pay?”, “Throughout history there are repeated examples of people being exploited. It is just what it is”. Well, I disagree. I share my opinions below about the topic and I welcome your input. If these stories resonate with you like, reshare and subscribe.

Nov 22, 2021

My thoughts on Reparations and other musings

THIS IS AN EXTENDED EPISODE In the past few years there has been a lot of talk in support of reparations for Black Americans. Some want checks others want free healthcare and a niche market want no taxes. I have side stepped this topic in the past and really for no specific reason. Last week that changed, I had a conversation with a couple about this subject and I assumed the stars aligned to tell me go ahead and share your opinion. Well, here it is. This is going to go a little longer than 7 mi...

Nov 18, 2021

Trailer – My thoughts on Christianity …

Here are some of my thoughts on legalism in the context of religion and faith. What are your thoughts? Leave us a comment below, like and/or reshare!!! FULL EPISODE COMING SOON If these stories resonate with you like, follow and reshare.

Nov 05, 2021

Meet Peter R. Dowdy – We talk Jean-Michel Basquiat, Cryptocurrency and Card Games

In our society, whether we like to admit it or not, it’s almost impossible to become a member of the 1%. Unless you’ve had generational wealth, a brilliant idea (remember that for reference later), or you are a star athlete. And even then, you’ll still face challenges of being accepted into the ‘secret society.’ So as a young black American, sorry to say, our choices are limited, and sometimes they possibly drive us to do the unthinkable. As a high school freshman, I knew I was destined to chang...

Oct 21, 2021

Trailer – What is Qoinship?

Peter Dowdy, founder of Qoinship, joins us this week to discuss his newest business venture. Cryptocurrency is slated to change the financial landscape for decades to come or longer. If you don’t know, cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency that is secured by cryptography offering clients anonymity – which is what we all want. This week a Bitcoin ETF hit the NYSE for the first time ever. This is big news and great news for investors in Bitcoin specifically. If you want to know more, cli...

Oct 20, 2021

Meet Ahngelea Bright

Tax-Keeping By AC specializes in virtual bookkeeping and tax services by providing small businesses insightful knowledge to increase growth and profitability. Here’s an excerpt from her Instagram page, “One of the biggest mistakes I see small business owners make is not keeping track of all their business expenses. Not being knowledgeable about all the legitimate business tax deductions can cost you thousands. Having a strategy is key ! Contribution Operating expenses including web hosting, mark...

Oct 16, 2021

Trailer – Common business deductions with Ahngelea Bright

Certified Public Bookkeeper and Tax Preparer Ahngelea Bright stops by and shares his wisdom for maximizing your financial goals. The numbers wizard gives her opinion of business expenses, healthcare and long term investment planning. More can be found here: https://taxkeepingbyac.com/ If these stories resonate with you – like, subscribe, reshare show us some love. Operating expenses Operating expenses include web hosting, marketing, paraphernalia and studio costs. $3.50 Click here to purchase....

Oct 15, 2021

#TBT: 5 Worst Interview Questions

Here is a brief list of our top 5 interview questions to help you stay ready. Everybody brushes up on their interviewing skills but you don’t want to be caught off guard you know, and you want to make sure you control the narrative. Remember, this is all a game. Like, reshare and leave us a comment below. Special Guest: Chris Legier http://www.show1002.com...

Oct 14, 2021

#TBT – Meet Jha Allen – Digital Marketing Guru

Jha is a seasoned Content Strategist who teaches small business owners and entrepreneurs how to create strategic branded content through one-on-one consulting and coaching programs. For the past 5 years, Jha has been defining, then redefining, the key elements to building a solid brand in our fast-paced digital world. As the Founder of her two brands, Jha Allen LLC and Connections Hub, she has implemented her self-taught skills and fiery passion in her own businesses and is now teaching Consulta...

Oct 07, 2021

Meet Indhira Suero Creator of Negrita Come Coco

Indhira Suero is a cultural journalist, columnist, broadcaster, press analyst and university professor. She is also the creator of the Negrita Come Coco, a character that promotes popular Dominican culture through social networks. More can be found here: https://negritacomecoco.com/

Oct 04, 2021

Coming up a conversation with Cultural Journalist Indhira Suero about her Digital Character “Negrita Come Coco”

FULL EPISODE DROPS TOMORROW – don’t forget to subscribe. Listen to Indhira explain the back the story behind “Negrita Come Coco” a creation of the Afro-Latin Artist that explores the Black Diaspora and Dominican culture. Full episode dropping soon here on http://www.bootleglikejazz.com – if these stores resonate with you reshare this post, like it and subscribe to this podcast.

Oct 04, 2021

#TBT – REWIND with Araceli Avionn – Engage, Excite and Empower

Happy throwback Thursday did you miss the show with Araceli Avionn well here is your chance to watch it again. In this episode, Araceli and I discuss African-American women in Corporate America, Emotional Intelligence and more. Araceli Avionn is a motivated leader whom mentors, coaches, and empowers others to create and obtain goals in their personal and professional lives. Her mission is to “Engage, Excite, Empower” others by utilizing her personal skillset and life lessons to reach greater hei...

Sep 30, 2021

Meet Big Xodia – Houston’s Fastest Rapper

Big Xodia is a rapper that harnesses multiple genres to portray his message using melodic riffs and harmony. Big Xodia gets his name from the Egyptian God card from Yu-Gi-Oh definitely a force to be reckoned with @chrizvoice

Sep 28, 2021
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