Topic: Black Community

18 chapters across the catalog

89: Mass Confusion
2:28:18 - 2:31:08

89: Mass Confusion

Conservatism and Respect for Elders in Black Communities

The hosts discuss the "profoundly conservative" nature of Southern Black society, which was built on a deep respect for elders and authority. They argue that Northern "instigators" upset this gradual progress by forcing integration, which disrupted the self-contained communities where Black families had their own churches, stores, and social structures.

89: Mass Confusion
2:41:14 - 2:45:05

89: Mass Confusion

The Erosion of Community and the Gender War

The conversation turns to the erosion of Black communities and the influence of outside ideologies on the Black church. The hosts argue that the "gender war" and "generational war" are being fueled by outside forces to weaken the community. They specifically mention the elevation of Black women over Black men in the church as a factor that causes men to withdraw from leadership roles.

87: Ye & They
48:54 - 51:27

87: Ye & They

Black and Jewish Relations, George Floyd Comments

The conversation explores the strained relationship between Black and Jewish communities in America. The hosts argue that the media attempts to keep these groups aligned against West by highlighting his comments on George Floyd and his "White Lives Matter" shirt. They suggest that the lack of corporate cancellation for West's "slavery is a choice" comments, compared to his recent remarks, contributes to this tension.

81: Qincidence
2:14:39 - 2:16:01

81: Qincidence

Intra-Community Impact and the Brute Mentality

The hosts discuss how the slap affects the internal leadership and image within the Black community. Mo Facts suggests the event was designed to destabilize the progress of Black men and push them back toward a "brute mentality" that is easier for political entities to control.

64: We Are People 2
3:55:21 - 3:59:44

64: We Are People 2

Hugo Black and the Communist Infiltration Hearings

In 1954, Senator James Eastland held hearings on communist infiltration in the South, targeting white liberals like Virginia Durr. It is revealed that Supreme Court Justice Hugo Black was Durr's brother-in-law and a former member of the KKK. The hosts discuss the "seductive" nature of this power structure, where a former Klansman became an influential justice who helped shape the civil rights narrative.

62: Pink Elephant
28:17 - 31:56

62: Pink Elephant

Black Perspectives on the First 48 and Media Standards

The influence of reality television shows like "The First 48" on the Black community's perception of justice is examined. The host explains how these shows often depict young Black men receiving maximum sentences for indirect involvement in crimes. This creates a standard of "justice" that the community then expects to see applied to law enforcement, leading to frustration when outcomes differ.

51: Civil Wrongs
2:23:21 - 2:31:31

51: Civil Wrongs

Bob Woodson on the Strength of the Black Community

Bob Woodson, founder of the National Center for Neighborhood Enterprise, describes the high level of community cohesion and moral standards in Black neighborhoods prior to 1959. He notes that 78% of Black families had both a man and a woman in the home and that discipline was a community-wide responsibility. Woodson argues that the sense of oneness between the school and the community was more important than the income level of the residents.

50: Class Action
2:01:16 - 2:07:44

50: Class Action

Communism in the South, Sharecroppers Union and Marxism

In the 1930s, the Communist Party organized approximately 12,000 Black sharecroppers in Alabama's "Black Belt" by promising self-determination and land. The hosts argue that the failure of the U.S. to provide atonement for slavery created a "hotbed" for Marxist ideologies to take root within Black communities. They draw a direct line from these historical movements to modern organizations like Black Lives Matter Inc., which they describe as being led by "trained Marxists" exploiting unresolved racial grievances.

47: Killer Wasp
29:04 - 33:04

47: Killer Wasp

Tuskegee Legacy and Black Skepticism of Clinical Trials

Historical medical abuses like the Tuskegee experiment contribute to a deep-seated mistrust of vaccines within the black community, with polls showing only 25% willingness to participate. Anecdotes about individuals living off medical trial stipends illustrate the economic desperation often tied to testing. This skepticism extends to high-risk demographics who refuse the vaccine despite official health recommendations.

44: Big Bank Barry
8:24 - 10:38

44: Big Bank Barry

Obama's Cultural Appeal, The Swag Test, and Boomer Expectations

Barack Obama’s appeal within the Black community is attributed to his "swag test" performance, balancing elite credentials like Harvard Law with cultural relatability. Older generations, specifically Boomers, viewed his candidacy as the culmination of the Civil Rights Movement. This perception created a protective barrier around him, making early criticism within the community difficult.

42: GBG
1:20:23 - 1:25:42

42: GBG

Rosa Parks and the History of Armed Resistance

Mo'fax reveals the lesser-known history of Rosa Parks, whose husband and grandfather were both known for being armed and ready to defend their family against white aggressors. He notes that Parks herself once remarked on the abundance of guns on the table during civil rights meetings. The hosts discuss why communism appealed to some black activists as it offered a more militant path to self-defense than passive resistance.

32: Nocebo
1:30:15 - 1:32:40

32: Nocebo

T.D. Jakes, Faith vs. Politics

The discussion focuses on Bishop T.D. Jakes and the pressure on the Black community to choose between faith and political agendas. A parallel is drawn to the 2012 election cycle. Jakes is introduced as a powerful orator in Houston who emphasizes the power of a "changed mind" to alter one's outward reality.

26: Butter Biscuits
10:20 - 16:19

26: Butter Biscuits

Media Pivot, Snoop Dogg and Gender Division

Media coverage of the Snoop Dogg controversy shifted from his original critique of journalistic bias to accusations of misogyny and threats against women. Critics argue this pivot is a strategic attempt to divide black men from black women by framing Snoop's anger as an attack on all female journalists rather than a specific grievance regarding Kobe Bryant's legacy.

19: Block the Vote
1:29:25 - 1:32:00

19: Block the Vote

Stephen A. Smith on the Republican Option

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith argues that black Americans should consider voting Republican for at least one election to stop being taken for granted by Democrats. He suggests that the current dynamic allows Democrats to ignore the community and Republicans to dismiss them. The hosts discuss the difficulty of expressing such views on mainstream television without facing backlash.

13: Deconstructing Kanye
35:26 - 38:50

13: Deconstructing Kanye

Hillary Clinton, Super Predators and Hot Sauce

The discussion shifts to a critique of Hillary Clinton's relationship with the black community, referencing her "super predator" comments from the 1990s. Her perceived pandering, such as claiming to carry hot sauce in her purse, is contrasted with Kanye West's blunt political shift. The hosts argue that West's rejection of the Democratic party was a response to years of perceived exploitation.

07: Mo Money Mo Problems
50:49 - 53:52

07: Mo Money Mo Problems

Black Bookstore Circuit, Legacy of Grassroots Leadership

Before the rise of social media, black leadership was often vetted through a "bookstore circuit" where speakers had to build a reputation through face-to-face community engagement. This legacy of grassroots accountability is contrasted with modern "Twitter celebrities" who lack a documented history of community service.

03: Opportunity Zone
1:43 - 3:10

03: Opportunity Zone

Identity Politics, Gender Dynamics in Black Communities

A review of previous listener feedback addresses claims of being too harsh on women during discussions of identity politics. The conversation shifts to how political elites allegedly target the black community by pitting men and women against each other. Reference is made to historical "man about the house" rules and 1968 welfare reforms as tools used to fracture family structures.