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Hella Black Podcast

177 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 922 ratings

Hella Black Podcast is brought to you by Delency Parham and Abbas Muntaqim. Over the next 12 weeks we are happy to bring ya'll a limited series called Tales of The Town, which is a podcast about nearly 100 years of Black Oakland history! You can follow us on Twitter and IG @HellaBlackPod and support us on https://www.patreon.com/HellaBlackPod. We hope you all enjoy the show!!

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Episodes

EP 122: Ramadan Mubarak!

April 14, 2022 07:51 - 58 minutes - 113 MB

On this episode we talk about Abbas' experience this Ramadan. Tap in!

EP 121: Revolutionary Optimism as a Discipline

March 24, 2022 05:52 - 44 minutes - 84.4 MB

On this episode we talked about how revolutionary optimism is important and a requirement of any revolutionary! Tap in! And if you want 20 mins of exclusive content, head over to our Patreon and subscribe. Support the real!

EP 120: Are you a missionary or a revolutionary?

March 08, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

This special episode of Hella Black is a panel discussion that Delency was on as well as Yemi who is our director of opps for peoples programs. We talk about the importance of decolonization programs and being apart of a revolutionary struggle. Tap in!

EP 119: University of Ottawa Talk

February 26, 2022 17:01 - 1 hour - 104 MB

This episode is the audio from our talk that we gave at the University of Ottawa in Canada. We talk decolonization, liberation in north america, how to build towards independence and more. Tap in!

EP 118: We Have the Right to Govern Ourselves!

February 22, 2022 05:01 - 34 minutes - 66 MB

On EP 118 of Hella Black we talk about the right we have as New Afrikans (Black people) to govern ourselves.

EP 117: Black Radical Month

February 04, 2022 17:58 - 23 minutes - 44.1 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we talk about why it's important to honor the Black Radical Tradition this month and every month. Tap in.

EP 116: OUSD School Closures + Expansion of Police State

February 02, 2022 20:28 - 41 minutes - 79.3 MB

On this episode we cover how OUSD is attempting to close schools, we also talk about how this is directly related to the police state.

EP 115: 2021 Year In Review

January 20, 2022 05:00 - 58 minutes - 84.7 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we talk about the accomplishments we made as an organization last year as well as podcast accomplishments. Tap in !

EP 114: Neo-Colonialism

December 21, 2021 17:57 - 16 minutes - 26.1 MB

On this episode we talk about what Neo-colonialism is and how it shoes up in amerikkka

EP 113: Folksgiving

December 07, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 45.4 MB

On this episode we give a recap of the second annual folks giving in the dubbs in east Oakland. Tap in! Free the people, free the land!

EP 112: The Struggle Continues

November 18, 2021 05:46 - 41 minutes - 78.5 MB

On this episode we update people on some of our organizing accomplishments that we've had this past month. And also have a check in.. Tap in!

EP 111: Black Panther Party 55th Anniversary

October 20, 2021 02:07 - 44 minutes - 84 MB

EP 111: Black Panther Party 55th Anniversary by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham

EP 110: Class Struggle From a New Afrikan Perspective

September 30, 2021 04:01 - 1 hour - 114 MB

On this episode we talk about class struggle as it pertains to the New Afrikan Independence Movement. Tap in!!! There's a long extended episode exclusively for Patrons! So go to our Patreon, Patreon.com/HellaBlackPod and support THE REAL!

EP 109: ShooterGang Kony

September 14, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 105 MB

EP 109: ShooterGang Kony by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham

EP 108: Black August + International Tribunal + New Afrika (Feat Jalil Muntaqim)

August 26, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 142 MB

On Episode 108 of Hella Black we talk with Jalil Muntaqim on the roots and history of Black August, the international tribunal that is charing genocide on the usa to the United Nations, as well as the Front for the Liberation of the New Afrikan Nation. Tap in!

EP 107: Nation Building Requires Mentorship (feat Michala)

August 12, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 86 MB

On this episode we interview Michala who has interned with us this summer at People's Programs. She talks about the value of Delency's mentorship, her experience working with us at People's Programs, and how she's gonna take what she learned in the field with us and apply it to the work she does in the academy. Tap in! Support Michala: $kayy9980

EP 107: Nation Building Requires Mentorship

August 12, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 86 MB

On this episode we interview Michala who has interned with us this summer at People's Programs. She talks about the value of Delency's mentorship, her experience working with us at People's Programs, and how she's gonna take what she learned in the filed with us to the academy. Tap in!

EP 106: BLACK AUGUST

August 05, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 128 MB

On this episode we talk about George Jackson and his impact on our life and we also talk about some of the history for Black August and what it means to us. Tap in! Patreon.com/hellablackpod for an extended episode.

EP 105: Charity vs. Decolonization Programs

July 30, 2021 04:02 - 1 hour - 122 MB

On this episode we talk about the difference between charity and decolonization programs. We also talk about the city of Oakland increasing the police budget and break down the myths around it, as some folks were saying the city "defunded". We also answer a question a Patron asked! Tap in with our pattern for exclusive content and support Black radical media!

EP 104: Black Cinema (feat Q)

July 06, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 114 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we talk about Black representation in film with our boy Q. Tap in!

EP 103: "Celebrity Activism" or Controlled Opposition?

June 24, 2021 04:00 - 48 minutes - 91 MB

On this episode we talked more about celebrity activism and how often times it's used as controlled opposition from the state.

EP 102: New Afrika!

June 02, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutes - 109 MB

On this episode we talk about why we identify as New Afrikans as well as why we need independence and our own nation.

EP 102: New Africa

June 02, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutes - 109 MB

On this episode we talk about why we identify as New Afrikans as well as why we need independence and our own nation.

EP 101: TY4FWM (feat ALLBLACK)

May 19, 2021 05:17 - 53 minutes - 101 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we have our potna ALLBLACK join us on Hella Black. We talk about his personal growth, how we all used to record in the same studio, how he's supported People's Programs, and his debut album TY4FWM.

EP 100: WE IS NOT DEAD PT 2(Youtube edition)

May 06, 2021 17:39 - 53 minutes - 97.7 MB

This is the part 2 of episode 100. If you tap in with our youtube, this was a video episode.

EP 100: We is Not Dead!

April 27, 2021 04:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MB

EP 100 of Hella Black is out now! This episode is a culmination of some of our earlier episodes as well as a reflection of how we got here. Much love to our Patrons who help support us. And s/o to Maya for producing this for us. Patreon.com/hellablackpod

EP 99: Message To The People Pt 2: Don't Be Fooled

April 21, 2021 02:09 - 27 minutes - 51.3 MB

We talk about the verdict in the murder of George Floyd and why Derek Chauvin being convicted is not justice. Tap in!

EP 98: Nonviolent Communication + Restorative and Transformative Justice (Feat Kadijah Means)

April 06, 2021 04:31 - 1 hour - 97.6 MB

On EP 98 of Hella Black we sit down with Kadijah Means and talk about the importance of Nonviolent Communication as well as RJ/TJ.. we almost at 100 episodes!!! Help us get 100 Patrons!!

EP 97: The Impact of Islam on Black Revolutions (feat Sheikh Hashim Ali)

March 22, 2021 06:05 - 1 hour - 118 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we sit down with Sheikh Hashim Ali and have a discussion on Islam's role on Black revolutions. We talk about his relationship with Malcolm Shabazz, as well as his relationship with 2PAC, and much more. Tap in!

EP 96: Understanding Neo-Colonialism Through the Black Radical Tradition (feat Dr. CBS)

March 09, 2021 05:17 - 50 minutes - 81.1 MB

On this episode we sit down with Dr. CBS (@blackleftaf) and discuss what Neo-colonialism is and how it oppresses Africans throughout the diaspora.

EP 95: What is "Black Owned" Under Capitalism?

March 04, 2021 05:14 - 42 minutes - 81.2 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we break down the idea of "Black Owned" and what can truly be "Black Owned" when we don't own the means of production. Tap in with our Patreon, Patreon.com/HellaBlackPod

EP 94: Free Yo Mind and Yo A*s Will Follow (Feat Jalil Muntaqim)

February 15, 2021 20:42 - 1 hour - 153 MB

This episode was a long time coming. On this episode we sit down with New Afrikan R/evolutionary Jalil Muntaqim and talk about what it was like growing up in San Francisco and San Jose. We talk about why he joined the Black Panther Party and eventually the Black Liberation Army. Jalil also talks about the Republic of New Afrika, and what New Afrikan means as it relates to Pan Afrikanism. We also talk about his book We Are Our Own Liberators, Spirituality, the Jericho Movement, and more. Tap i...

EP 93: Hella Black Round Up

February 05, 2021 05:08 - 33 minutes - 64.1 MB

We reflect on the past year and discuss some of our favorite episodes. We also talk about some of the big things that are in store for Hella Black

EP 92: Black Radical Month

February 01, 2021 05:30 - 47 minutes - 90 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we talk about the origins of Black Radical Month. We also talk about we are our own liberators, which is a book by Jalil Muntaqim. In addition, Jalil is teaching a class on the book! The info will be posted on our Patreon.

EP 91: Inauguration Day Thoughts

January 20, 2021 20:44 - 52 minutes - 98.5 MB

EP 91: Inauguration Day Thoughts by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham

EP 90: The Homies Link Up (Feat Ekpe Udoh)

January 19, 2021 04:46 - 41 minutes - 66.4 MB

EP 90: The Homies Link Up (Feat Ekpe Udoh) by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham

EP 88: Interview w/BlakeDontCrack

January 07, 2021 21:10 - 1 hour - 130 MB

EP 88: Interview w/BlakeDontCrack by Hella Black Podcast by Delency Parham and Blake Simons

EP 89: Interview w/BlakeDontCrack

January 07, 2021 21:10 - 1 hour - 130 MB

EP 89: Interview w/BlakeDontCrack by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham

EP 88: COVID-19 Rant + Delenciaga

December 22, 2020 17:27 - 1 hour - 186 MB

EP 88: COVID-19 Rant + Delenciaga by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham

EP 87: Providing For the Hood + The Story of Joe Pullem (Feat Offset Jim)

December 02, 2020 00:58 - 40 minutes - 75.8 MB

On this episode we sit down with Oakland Rapper Offset Jim and talk about why it's important for him to give back to his hood. We also talk about the story of his great grandpa, Joe Pullem - who defended himself from a racist Lynch mob and killed over 12 of the people who tried to kill him.

EP 86: Post Election Thoughts

November 24, 2020 19:17 - 41 minutes - 78.3 MB

On EP 86 of Hella Black we talk about our thoughts post election and what it means for this country.

EP 85: "Election Day" discussions

November 04, 2020 03:23 - 31 minutes - 59.1 MB

EP 85 we talk about election day and give our thoughts on how things can really change. 2 episodes in one day? Ah sh*t, Hella Black back on that shi*t again.

EP 84: #HandsOffJalil

November 03, 2020 05:20 - 41 minutes - 77 MB

We talk about Jalil being released from prison and now the recent attack on his freedom by Rochester District Attorney. Sign the petition now. It’s on @HellBlackPod IG.

EP 83: Incarceration + Fire Camp (feat D.Lo)

October 05, 2020 17:25 - 2 hours - 179 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we sit down with D.Lo and talk about his time incarcerated, what led up to it, and also his experience being a fire fighter at fire camp. This is a first hand account of what it's like being incarcerated and fighting fires. Tap in with our Patreon to support our work. Patreon.com/HellaBlackPod

EP 82: FREE DRAKEO THE RULER (feat TK and Picasso)

September 22, 2020 17:23 - 1 hour - 118 MB

On episode 82 of Hella Black we speak with TK and Picasso, who manage LA rapper DRAKEO THE RULER on the cases he has been fighting. DRAKEO is being set up by the racist LA sheriff's department, the racist DA's office, and the judge. During the episode we talk about the capital murder case he already beat, the gang injunctions he's been fighting, and his 1st amendment being violated. This case deserves national attention. To support our work go to our Patreon: Pateron.com/hellablackpod

EP 81: The History of Restorative Justice + Carceality

September 18, 2020 20:12 - 1 hour - 109 MB

On this episode we have Melissa Merin on and we provide a background on the history of restorative justice and transformative justice and their direct connections with abolition. We also discuss punishment and carcelaity, and discuss why accountability does not mean that you have to be punished. Tap in!

EP 80: Electoral Politics

September 11, 2020 04:15 - 48 minutes - 91.1 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we talk about "voting" and why it's important to understand the history of each of these white supremacist candidates.

EP 79: Systemic Oppression, Police Terrorism, and State Surveillance (feat LEFT)

August 27, 2020 04:32 - 1 hour - 150 MB

On this episode of Hella Black we talk about Systemic Oppression, Police Terrorism, and state surveillance with none other than LEFT. This is a mandatory tap in!!!!!

EP 78: Performative Politics and Community Organizing

August 14, 2020 18:48 - 47 minutes - 90.4 MB

We talk about what performative politics means in the age of the popularization of Black Lives Matter. We also talk about community organizing. Tap in!

EP 77: Accountability and Restorative Justice (feat Melissa Merin + Anthony Williams)

August 03, 2020 17:44 - 1 hour - 133 MB

EP 77: Accountability and Restorative Justice (feat Melissa Merin + Anthony Williams) by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham