Episodes

In this episode, Curtis Valentine, Founder of Real Men Teach, talks about why he started the organization and the importance of African American men in the classroom. Later, I appeal for us, as a community, to uplift Black men. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Larry Sharpe, host of The Sharpe Way podcast, makes the case for African American voters to choose Libertarianism and I’ll do my best to play catch-up on some of the recent hot topics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Nadra Nittle, Education Reporter for the 19th, discusses the impact of legislation, designed to limit discussions on race and LGBTQ+ issues in classrooms, is having on public education. Then, Jamesa Bailey, Director of Black Campaigns at Planned Parenthood Action Fund, talks about the mobilization of African American women after the Dobbs decision, the decision that overturned Roe v. Wade. The episode closes out with a “shout out” to Gov. DeSantis. --- This episode is sponsored ...

In this episode, the first of the 6th Season, Mississippi State Representative Chris Bell, (D-Jackson 65th Dist.), updates us on the Jackson, Mississippi Water Crisis. Later, I give my thoughts on the African Diaspora's reaction to the death of Queen Elizabeth II. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

In the aftermath of President Biden's September 1st National Address, I grapple with whether America has reached an inflection point towards white supremacy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Alisha Johnson Perry, Director of Donor Programs for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community Foundation, discusses the importance of Black Philanthropy toward building wealth and sustainability in our communities. In the spirit of giving, I also state my opinion about student loan debt forgiveness. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

This episode is commentary from my heart about recent events and the importance of voting. The survival of American Democracy is important to the survival of Africans Americans, and thus, I make that case on this podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Coach Felecia Killings, author, minister and founder of the Conscious Conservative Movement, explains why African American voters should not put their political eggs in one basket, and Attorney Will Cooper, political columnist and author of Stress Test: How Donald Trump Threatens American Democracy, returns to the podcast to give analysis on the FBI search at Mar-A-Lago and the upcoming Midterm Congressional Elections. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest wa...

Dr. Jayne Morgan, M.D., creator of the Stairwell Chronicles and CNN Medical Contributor, updates us on our current Covid pandemic status, what monkeypox is, and explains how poverty/systemic racism creates a health disparity in America. In the second half, I do my best to explain the Inflation Reduction Act that's making its way through Congress. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fle...

This podcast is dedicated to the legacy of Bill Russell and Nichelle Nichols, as well as to the ideal of the separation of church and state. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

On this episode, Dr. Sheena Mason, author of Theory of Racelessness, discusses her work in moving American society from the binding thoughts of "race" and racism. Also, Mark Talley, son of Geraldine Talley, talks about the advocacy work he's involved in since the May 14, 2022 Terrorist Attack at Tops Grocery Store in Buffalo, NY. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

Skye Perryman, President and CEO of Democracy Forward, discusses how we move our nation forward during this post-Roe era. Plus, I'll share my thoughts on how both political parties are missing the mark. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

The Poet Laureate of Buffalo, NY, Jillian Hanesworth, gives an update on the East Buffalo community nearly two months after the mass shooting there and talks about the honest conversations that need to happen now in her city. On the international front, Alexandria J. Maloney, President of Black Professionals in International Affairs, and Dr. Nola Haynes, Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University, discuss the Britney Griner situation and why African Americans should be concerned about what goes ...

Gina Maria Dobson, author of Stop: Scapegoat No More, talks about her book and the impact scapegoating has had on American society. Later I express my thoughts on why this is not a "Happy 4th of July" for me. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

This episode is my observation of the US Supreme Court's Decision to repeal Roe v. Wade. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode: Annemarie Shrouder, author of Being Brown In A Black and White World, discusses inclusion and Rick Roberts, Economist and Monmouth University Professor, discusses economics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

This episode is my take on the January 6th Select Committee Hearings and its ramifications. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Tianna Mañon, CEO of Mañon Media Management, and Comedian Kyndra Crump discusses the importance of Black Media and Black Humor, especially during these turbulent times. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

This episode centers around the idea of reform. Brian Winters, founder of An American Union, discusses political reform. Attorney and Author Mark M. Bello discusses criminal justice reform. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

The rhetoric of "Replacement Theory" cost the lives of 10 African Americans in Buffalo, NY. This episode is dedicated to them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Jacquie Abram, author of the book Hush Money, defines systemic racism and shares its impact on African Americans. In the second half, I address the celebration of the death of Kevin Samuels. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

In this episode, Women’s Rights Advocate Kelsey Walker discusses the impact of recent legislation, and the upcoming Supreme Court ruling, concerning reproductive rights in America. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

Dr. Kaci Chamone, Host of Speaking Freedom Podcast, discusses her military experience and what can be done to improve the lives of America's veterans. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support

This episode I discuss how demagoguery on both sides impairs our struggle to end white supremacy and how it puts us in the crosshairs of our enemies. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erik-fleming1/support