MATA (Make America Think Again) with Shana Vonn
289 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★ - 5 ratingsMATA or Make America Think Again, is a compilation of observations about the America we live in today. MATA was created in an effort to galvanize thought, reflection, consideration and promote conversation.
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Episodes
Impeachment Trial update.
January 26, 2020 05:43 - 27 minutes - 13.2 MBAn update after three days of presentations by the House impeachment managers. What were the highlights? What did we learn? What's next? Let's talk about it!
Why Elizabeth Warren gives me pause.
January 26, 2020 05:26 - 19 minutes - 9.38 MBAs much as I want a woman on the ticket...Elizabeth Warren gives me pause. Let's talk about why.
Impeachment Trial
January 21, 2020 04:58 - 33 minutes - 15.8 MBThe impeachment trial begins tomorrow. What should we anticipate? Has any new information been revealed? Will GOP Senate members be compelled to allow witnesses? Let's talk about it!
MLK Day reflections
January 21, 2020 04:32 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBMLK Day reflections... Contemplating how far we've come; when we still have so much work to do. Let's talk about it!
303 Days
January 13, 2020 19:26 - 27 minutes - 13.1 MBIt's been 303 days since the last press briefing in the WH. Individual 1 has been impeached. We've seen repeated earthquakes in Puerto Rico and America was (still may be) on the brink of war. Yet no press briefing. What gives? The American people deserve to hear straight from the horses mouth...The White House. Let's talk about it!
"Imminent Threat"...we deserve proof!
January 10, 2020 05:50 - 22 minutes - 10.9 MB"Imminent Threat"? Americans are less safe...retaliation from Iran...more troops deployed...176 victims die on a passenger plane... We deserve proof!
Conflict In Iran
January 08, 2020 06:00 - 36 minutes - 17.1 MBThe conflict in Iran...what's happening and why? Let's talk about it.
20/20 Vision
January 02, 2020 23:20 - 41 minutes - 19.7 MBTips on how to bring the vision for your life into fruition in 2020. Let's talk about it!
Impeachment Hearings
December 03, 2019 02:30 - 17 minutes - 8.21 MBIn a nutshell...what happened, what's been said and where do we go from here? Let's discuss.
64,000
December 03, 2019 02:22 - 18 minutes - 8.73 MBHave you seen our missing girls? Where's the outrage? The media coverage? The public search? Approximately 64,000 African American women/girls are missing and no one is asking questions. Why? Let's talk about it!
To cuff or to cut? That is the question.
November 12, 2019 03:44 - 27 minutes - 13.3 MBIt's cuffing season! Some of you are trying to cuff, when you should really be focused on who to cut from the team before 2020. Let's talk about it!
You're being lynched $&!*#?
October 27, 2019 01:42 - 30 minutes - 14.3 MBIndividual 1 compared the impeachment hearings to a lynching. Let's discuss why a lynching this is not.
Under The Bus
October 13, 2019 18:30 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MBA discussion about the current conflict in Syria. Throwing our allies under the bus ultimately throws America under the bus. Every day this administration appears determined to make us more and more vulnerable. Let's talk about it how and potentially why.
Mental Health
October 12, 2019 02:09 - 22 minutes - 10.9 MBI've been processing the sudden loss of a student due to suicide for the past couple of weeks. I thought this might be a good time to share my thoughts on the topic of mental health. Let's talk about it.
The Cover Up
September 30, 2019 00:25 - 31 minutes - 15.1 MBA Call...Coercion...Complaint...Computer and attempted Cover Up. Let's talk about it!
2016 2.0
September 25, 2019 00:47 - 35 minutes - 17 MBWhistleblower? The Ukraine? Possible extortion? OH MY! Let's talk about it!
Let It Go!
September 23, 2019 01:27 - 26 minutes - 12.4 MBHow to know when it's time to "Let It Go"! Let's talk about it! (Personal anecdote included)
Democratic Debate III
September 15, 2019 00:51 - 37 minutes - 17.6 MBA recap of the 3rd Democratic Debate held in Houston, Tx.
High Anxiety
August 07, 2019 04:56 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBFeeling an increase in your anxiety? Let's talk about why and what you can do.
FEAR
August 04, 2019 00:22 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBThere's a certain group of individuals who want you to live in fear. Join me for a discussion as to the how and why; then what we can do about it.
The Collective
August 04, 2019 00:15 - 27 minutes - 13 MBIt's going to take a collective effort to implement the change we need to see in America. Let's talk about it!
The Playbook
July 29, 2019 00:30 - 24 minutes - 11.5 MBA breakdown of Individual-1's playbook for division.
Manifesting
July 29, 2019 00:21 - 31 minutes - 15 MBThe keys to manifesting outlined in "Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe".
The Promise of America
July 09, 2019 05:32 - 36 minutes - 17.3 MBWhen "Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free"...only applies to some.
Reparations
July 09, 2019 05:21 - 17 minutes - 8.32 MBReparations. What might Reparations look like for the African American community? Let's talk about it!
Democratic Debate Recap II
June 30, 2019 21:11 - 41 minutes - 19.7 MBJoe Biden, Kamala Harris, Bernie Sanders and more! Who were the stand out candidates? What did body language tell us about all? Let's talk about it!
Democratic Debate Recap I
June 30, 2019 21:06 - 37 minutes - 17.6 MBJulian Castro, Elizabeth Warren, Cory Booker and more. Who were the stand out candidates? What did body language tell us about all? Let's talk about it!
The Prideful Silent.
June 17, 2019 19:17 - 33 minutes - 15.8 MBThis episode consists of a compilation of personal stories from former students whom identify as members of the LGBTQ community; yet for various reasons have chosen to remain pridefully silent.
Love Lessons
June 10, 2019 00:52 - 50 minutes - 24 MBWhat you can learn from love...if you're open to the lessons.
Living in Your Purpose
June 07, 2019 04:16 - 31 minutes - 15.2 MBWhat is your purpose? Have you identified your gifts? What are the side affects of living in your purpose? Let's discuss!
Impeachment Inquiry
May 31, 2019 19:21 - 26 minutes - 12.4 MBMy argument in support of an impeachment inquiry. Take a listen and let me know what you think!
Baiting Impeachment?
May 24, 2019 04:48 - 30 minutes - 14.5 MBDoes Individual-1 actually want to be impeached? Let's talk about it!
1 in 6
May 17, 2019 01:45 - 24 minutes - 11.8 MBA discussion about male victims of sexual abuse and assault. How are we as a society taking care of and protecting our boys? Let's talk about it!
My Uterus is Not Your Business.
May 17, 2019 01:33 - 41 minutes - 20 MBOhio, Georgia, Alabama, Missouri and several other states are all on the bandwagon to ban abortion. Let's break down how and the potential why of the situation.
Little Donnie and Daddy's Dollars.
May 12, 2019 20:51 - 22 minutes - 10.9 MBIs the fact that Individual-1 was only able to maintain his wealth with the help of his daddy's money the real reason he doesn't want us to see his tax returns? Or is there more? Let's talk about it!
2020 Preparation
May 12, 2019 02:59 - 32 minutes - 15.6 MBElectoral College...Paper Ballots...Voter Suppression and statehood for Puerto Rico all need to be a part of the conversation leading into 2020. Let's talk about it!
Gentrification Genocide
May 05, 2019 21:19 - 48 minutes - 23.1 MBAt what point does gentrification go too far?
Hunting Season
May 02, 2019 01:09 - 39 minutes - 18.7 MBIt would appear as if some angry, radicalized, hate filled, fear driven individuals in this country have declared it open hunting season on specific groups of American citizens. They're communicating, organizing, strategizing, plotting and planning. What are "we the people" going to do?
Legacy
April 14, 2019 19:46 - 32 minutes - 15.3 MBAt the end of your days, how do you want to be remembered?
Black on Black...Red against Blue.
April 08, 2019 02:15 - 43 minutes - 20.6 MBBlack on Black crime...Red against Blue...Crips against Bloods...Democrats vs. Republicans...all impede our progress.
Border Babies Having Babies.
March 26, 2019 04:36 - 24 minutes - 11.4 MBUnaccompanied minors at the border whom have also been victims of rape, are allegedly tracked and forced to keep unwanted pregnancies against their will. Some of these girls are as young as twelve years old. Why?
Privilege vs. Pressure
March 24, 2019 04:51 - 29 minutes - 13.8 MB"Operation Varsity Blues" is this a case of privilege gone rogue, simply the pressure to keep up with the Joneses or both? Let's talk about it!
Obama...Hillary...McCain Obsessed.
March 24, 2019 04:11 - 26 minutes - 12.7 MBWhy is Individual-1 so obsessed with Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton and John McCain? Let's talk about it!
March 24, 2001
March 24, 2019 03:59 - 18 minutes - 8.79 MBMarch 24, 2001...my personal day of emancipation. A message to victims of domestic violence.
Racism is a mental illness?
March 10, 2019 18:48 - 23 minutes - 11.3 MBContrary to the believe of some racism is NOT a mental illness and I'll explain why.
Leaving Neverland
March 10, 2019 18:41 - 42 minutes - 20.1 MBWhy I didn't have to watch a documentary to believe the allegations against Michael Jackson.
Coast Guard Killer Averted
February 24, 2019 02:44 - 19 minutes - 9.16 MBWho got lost in the sauce amongst last weeks news is Lieutenant Christopher Hasson of the U.S. Coast Guard. A self proclaimed white nationalist who was plotting to kill not only prominent members of the Democratic party, 2020 presidential candidates and select journalist, but also "almost every last person on earth." This is who we really should be talking about. But why aren't we?
Say it isn't so Jussie!
February 23, 2019 23:41 - 32 minutes - 15.4 MBA follow-up discussion regarding the alleged hate crime against Actor/Singer/Activist Jussie Smollette.
Finally Muted?
February 23, 2019 23:27 - 17 minutes - 8.12 MBA conversation regarding new allegations against Robert Sylvester Kelly, aka R. Kelly. Will he finally be muted?