Topic: The Root

Professor Meredith Clark argues that Black Twitter is the "most poppin' space on the internet" and drives mainstream conversations. The hosts discuss the existence of other segregated "Twitters" (Latino, German, French) and how the Black version acts as a specialized journalism engine. Mo Fax contends that Black YouTube actually provides a more balanced and impactful cross-section of Black thought than the manipulated environment of Twitter.

Mo compares Jay-Z's partnership with the NFL to Bill Cosby's "pound cake" speech, suggesting Jay-Z has lost grassroots support by "grifting the grifters." He argues that Jay-Z's role was to act as a pressure-release valve for the NFL's racial controversies, prioritizing his own path to team ownership over transformative change for the culture.

A viral trend from December 21, 2020, regarding black people receiving "superpowers" during the Jupiter-Saturn alignment is discussed. The hosts critique an article from The Root that listed "clapping on beat" as a current gift and warned against using new powers to harm white people. They find the entire narrative both cringe-worthy and a distraction from real issues.

Jason Johnson of The Root describes Joe Biden's strong support among older black voters who prioritize removing Donald Trump from office. The segment transitions into a critique of "voter suppression" narratives, specifically regarding voter ID laws. Moe argues that equating modern administrative hurdles with the violent suppression of the Jim Crow era is insulting to previous generations.