I play the incredible and disturbing audio from a shooting in Forth Worth, TX that left 3 people dead and over 10 shot and injured over the 4th of July weekend. This show is a sensitive one for me. Do black lives really matter?? In this episode I take a brief look into our lifestyles in Black communities and those affected by gun violence. Tune in for my perspective!
Jul 10, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Keke Palmer and India Arie is in recent black entertainment news this week regarding provocative gestures and clothing in public. This has always been a point of contention in our community. It is a fact we are flooded with images of provocative women and pimp culture in the black community. Tune in to hear my perspective of what happened in these stories!
Jul 08, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Lots of support for Pride month from major corporations. Let's see if they keep that same energy for the rest of the year. Bud light took a lost, but not for long. Tune in to hear my reason as to why the black community should take a page out of the conservative playbook.
Jul 06, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 97
If you have been following the show, you would know my previous negative stance on this so called holiday. Things have changed for me. this year I will start celebrating July 4th. Tune in to hear my reasons!
Jul 04, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 95
In Chicago Carlisha Hood's son shot and killed a man in her defense this past week. Charges were eventually dropped, but Is it all over? Tune in to hear the commentary right here on the Soul Dope Podcast.
Jul 02, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 95
This is interesting and irresponsible in my opinion. The NAACP tell black people to stay out of florida? Tune in for my commentary on this topic.
May 29, 2023•18 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Kanye West being cancelled by major corporations. Gun violence in the black community is not Anti-black. There is a bigger message in what is trying to be said about our culture, but no one of influence wants to listen.
Nov 01, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Wonderful conversation with Herbal Pathologist Jay Allen Sr. We tackle issues surrounding health and wellness from all angles scientific and spiritual. This is not one you want to miss!!
Jul 03, 2022•1 hr 27 min
So now I am attacking black people?? Tune in to part 2.
Feb 10, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 91
Joe Rogan seems to be the major topic of discussion this week. Joe said it's taken out of context, but does that matter. In this episode I address the Joe Rogan circus and the facts of black culture that protect the word N***er so much. Tune in!
Feb 08, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Been off for months. This is the first show of the year. In this episode I talk about my recent run in with the Corona virus, Biden's Bish ass and the rate of crime rising. Tune in!
Jan 30, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 89
In this episode I talk about recent Vaccine Mandates that are gripping federal and local employees. I myself is faced with having to make that decision. Faith will always be your freedom. In these days you really need to self-evaluate whether or not you believe in what you say you believe in. It's not a game folks! Tune in!
Sep 06, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 88
We talk about leadership and toxic culture in the work place. We both actually agreed that Donald Trump is a good leader. Tune in to this episode to hear more as I sit down with Michelle Tallmadge from Gemini Transitions. We walked the hallways of Leadership in this very candid conversation. Tune in!.
Aug 19, 2021•2 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 87
The title speaks for itself. tune in for more!
Aug 08, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 86
I am excited about this article. Not because the white kid was killed but........tune in to hear my perspective.
Jul 09, 2021•10 min•Season 1Ep. 85
I have to question this one. I explain my rationale in this episode. Tune in and share.
Jul 09, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 84
There is no doubt Bill Cosby's release from prison has set the internet on fire. There is a bit of celebration in some circles. Is it warranted? Shacarri Richardson is not dead!
Jul 03, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 83
If you think you are immune to this, then you Let's talk. Let's relflect. Let's do something about it. Tune in for more.
Jun 09, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 82
I wanted to make this a reflection point for those struggling to be confident in many areas of their lives. Nothing is wrong with being confident and there will alway be people who mistake your confidence for cockiness. Its not your job to control their feelings. Being confident will help you be resilient in a lot of tough situations. I promise.
May 31, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 81
This show is purely reflection on the miraculous vessel that a mother/woman is. The natural order of birth should make us all reflect on where we came from and how we got here.
May 10, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 80
I wrestled with the MAGA boogieman that everyone talks about. I visited eastern Oregon which is known for being ultra conservative and followers of Trump. Tune in to hear who won. Also, some of us need to take a hard look at our privilege. We can either be or play a victim or really change our mindset. I talk about how many of US professional negroes can be so performative.
May 04, 2021•47 min
I dont even think I described it right haha. In this episode I just go on a tangent talking about my wife and how she makes me feel and the way she hijacks my dopemine!! Tune in for more.
Mar 26, 2021•11 min•Season 1Ep. 78
I thought this story was worthy of talking about on the podcast. Here is yet another time I have truly questioned the activism and sincerity of non-black ppl in this city. Tune in for more.
Mar 25, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 77
Unplug. Your mental health depends on it!
Mar 20, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 76
I am so confused right now. I'm just being honest. This episode stems from a dialogue I was having with a group of people on the Clubhouse app. After hearing what was being said it made my head spin. Not saying that it wasn't spinning before, but now it is about to spin off of my shoulders. I am sincerely asking anyone that hears this episode in that community to hit me up because I really would like to talk to you.
Feb 26, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 75
In this episode I have a candid conversation with Imam Mikal Shabazz (Director of the Oregon Islamic Chaplain Organization). He gives his historical perspective during his tenure in this Small Big City. We discuss Gentrification and the essence of Portland City politics that has been stapled itself as a barrier to true progress for people of color living in this dying city.
Feb 22, 2021•2 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 74
Special guest Tori Lopez from the (WHAT ARE YOU BRINING TO THE TABLE) podcast joins me for a conversation about mental health stigma and being vulnerable. We dab into toxic masculinity and I actually hated to say those actual words on the show but we addressed it. When you get the time go to her podcast and give it an honest listen. Here is the link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-are-you-bringing-to-the-table/id1453880917
Feb 19, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 73
There is a lot to unpack in this episode. Trigger warning I am being extremely critical on some sensitive topics. Listen in but come objectively and with an open mind.
Feb 19, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 71
My wife visits to show as my very first guest!! She seemed shy at first, but she eventually warmed up to her regular self. We talk aliens, spirituality, God the creator and I ask her why did she marry me. Tune in for more!
Feb 14, 2021•59 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Trump was acquitted now please let this man go away for a little while. I cover the importance of not hinging your entire life on Donald Trump. Let it go!
Feb 14, 2021•12 min•Season 1Ep. 70