The Dr Boyce Breakdown

This is a podcast reflecting the fearless perspectives of intelligent Black people around the world. Led by Finance Professor Dr Boyce Watkins, we engage in expansive, open-minded commentary that will never be constrained to a liberal or conservative box.

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Episodes

Is The Grio going to die?

Dr Boyce Watkins describes the financial challenges of Byron Allen and The Grio.

May 07, 2024•58 min

Apple stock just did something historic

Dr Boyce talks about the recent buyback of Apple Stock and whether this means that the company is a good buy or a bad one.

May 06, 2024•16 min

What is the wealth Rectangle and why does it matter for black people?

Dr Boyce Watkins explains The Black Wealth Rectangle.

May 05, 2024•51 min

Should black people form our own political party?

Dr Boyce Watkins reads from the book, "The Black History Reader" by Dr Claud Anderson

May 04, 2024•35 min

Prosecutors are investigating your cash app

Cash App, Block and Square are now under review by federal authorities.

May 03, 2024•7 min

Why so many black males struggle financially

Dr Boyce Watkins explains the economic struggles of the black male in America.

May 02, 2024•43 min

Dr Boyce & Dr Alicia explain why people are financially anxious

Dr Boyce Watkins is a Finance PhD and Dr Alicia Watkins has a doctorate in Social Work.

May 01, 2024•19 min

Half of American families can only afford a $400 car note

Dr Boyce Watkins gives the truth about the state of the American economy.

Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 26 min

Prince and Aretha died without a will - unacceptable

Dr Boyce explains the flaws of dying without a will.

Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 10 min

The NFL Draft is basically a modern day slave auction

Dr Boyce compares the NFL draft to a slave auction

Apr 28, 2024•1 hr 25 min

Why black people are afraid to start businesses

Dr Boyce speaks with Dr Lanee Javet about the mindset required to get off the corporate plantation.

Apr 27, 2024•49 min

WNBA star Angel Reese does something interesting with her money

Dr Boyce speaks on WNBA star Angel Reese's purchase of a new Mercedes and whether this is financially sound.

Apr 26, 2024•36 min

Rapper Dee-1 explains how he's changing toxic hip hop forever

Rapper Dee 1 visits money in the morning with Dr Boyce

Apr 25, 2024•44 min

I read the manifesto of the guy who harmed himself at the Trump Trial

I read the manifesto of the man who harmed himself at the Trump trial. Here's the breakdown.

Apr 24, 2024•17 min

The dangers of not investing for your children

Young people are struggling economically. Why don't we invest for them?

Apr 23, 2024•52 min

World War 3 in Israel may cause financial problems for all of us

Dr Boyce explains how the war in the middle east may impact your portfolio and your life

Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 9 min

Tesla trucks are apparently a horrible purchase

Dr Boyce talks about the issues with Tesla, among other things

Apr 21, 2024•48 min

How to make money from the AI energy boom

Dr Boyce explains how to make money from the fact that AI is generating a ton of energy consumption.

Apr 20, 2024•25 min

There is no WNBA pay gap

Dr Boyce explains why there is no WNBA pay gap.

Apr 19, 2024•18 min

Why don't black parents invest for their children?

Dr Boyce asks why black parents don't invest for their kids and the dangers of this line of thinking

Apr 18, 2024•1 hr 10 min

The essence of corporate slavery

Dr Boyce explains the reasons we end up selling our soul to the corporate plantation.

Apr 17, 2024•55 min

Dr Boyce screens B1: The Movie with Ric Mathis

Boyce Watkins Films and Director Ric Mathis just released an amazing film called "B1: The movie." You can watch the film by visiting B1TheMovie.com.

Apr 14, 2024•2 hr 45 min

The truth about OJ Simpson

Dr Boyce breaks down the legacy of OJ Simpson

Apr 13, 2024•41 min

The stock market has had a dip - How do you handle that?

Dr Boyce lays out his portfolio power play for the week to respond to the stock market decline from last week

Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 15 min

How immigration is affecting black unemployment

Dr Boyce Watkins explains the link between growing black unemployment and massive illegal immigration.

Apr 11, 2024•40 min

How Terrence Howard got financially screwed

Dr Boyce explains why Terrence Howard is suing Hollywood

Apr 10, 2024•39 min

Billionaire Wealth is up over 88% since the pandemic

Dr Boyce explains why billionaires have all the money

Apr 08, 2024•20 min

A therapist's assessment of Diddy - Dr Boyce and Dr Alicia

Dr Alicia gives a therapist's assessment of Diddy and his allegations.

Apr 07, 2024•1 hr 24 min

Study: The richest 1% now control a record $44 trillion in wealth

Dr Boyce explains why the rich keep getting richer

Apr 06, 2024•42 min

Diddy's situation keeps getting worse

Dr Boyce speaks on the situation with Diddy, his financial future and reputational damage, as well as how this is a black eye for hip hop

Apr 05, 2024•40 min

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