Mightier Than A Sword w/ John Green
201 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingOur purpose is to empower those in the Black community to think about our role and responsibility to ourselves, families, communities and future.
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Gov. Scott Walker’s lack of a college diploma not an issue Willie Wilson well?
February 15, 2015 23:30 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBJoin us today at 5:30 CST as we raised the question: Why is it that Gov. Scott Walker‘s lack of a college diploma not matter to some voters but Chicago’s mayoral candidate Willie Wilson 7th grade education does? Is formal education the only path to knowledge and is educational attainment the magic bullet that leads to effective leadership? In the case of Dr. Wilson some have taken issue with his pattern of speech, Consequently questioning his ability to lead the city of Chicago, ...
If Black lives matters where do we go from here?
February 08, 2015 23:30 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBJoin us today 5:30 CST as we raise some important questions during Black history month. Here’s what we are asking you to consider…. If Black lives matters where do we go from here? Is there a need for a political or social movement today or did the civil rights generation finish the work? What barriers exist today that hinders the advancement of Black Americans? To have your thoughts views and opinions heard you can expressed them by calling 718-508-9533…. Or click below to lis...
After President Obama is Black History month still needed?
February 01, 2015 23:30 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBJoin us today as we raise the question: After President Obama is Black History month still needed? Why do some individuals question the relevance of Black history, as if remembering is the same as living the experience? http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2014/02/24/black-history-month-still-needed/5797753/
Information divide or information desert?
January 25, 2015 23:30 - 1 hour - 55 MBInformation divide or information desert..... Is there an information divide in the African-American community where some are prepared to participate and take advantage of opportunities and others are not?
Sororities take issue with reality TV and advertisers take notice:
January 18, 2015 23:30 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBSororities take issue with reality TV and advertisers take notice: Considering other reality TV shows that portray Black women in a negative light what was different about Sorority Sisters’? Should reality TV be seen as entertainment only or are there values and images that are worthy of preserving and protecting? To have your thoughts views and opinions heard you can call 718-508-9533 press #1 or click on the link below to listen in…… http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/style-blog/wp...
The tough decisions and choices of proper parenting
January 11, 2015 23:30 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBJoin us today at 5:30 cst as we raise the subject: The tough decisions and choices of proper parenting Could you make the decision to cooperate with the police if by doing so would send your child to jail or compromise their future? Do we harm our children when we do not allow them to live the consequences of their choices or should we soften the blow? To have your thoughts views and opinions heard call 718-508-9533 press #1 to share your thoughts or click below to listen.... Check out ...
Looking back to move forward: New Year 2015 what gives you reason to hope or rea
January 04, 2015 23:30 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBJoin us today as we raise the question : Looking back to move forward: New Year 2015 what gives you reason to hope or reason for concern? To share with us an event, issue or news story that got your attention in 2014 that caused you to hope or be concern call 718-508-9533 press #1 to add your voice to the show or click below to listen. Visit us online we talked about it all in 2014, go to the radio tab: How to find us and how to participate is simply like our page and share your ideas and ...
What does it mean to be Black or Afr-American and how did you learn to be that?
December 28, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBJoin us today 5:30 CST as we raise the question: What does it mean to be Black or African-American and how did you learn to be that? Are we taught to be Black or is Black the experience the is shared by all Black people? As we exit this year 2014 what new chapters would you like read about in the book of Blackness and what chapters are you tired of revisiting and hearing about?? To have your thoughts views and opinions heard 718-508-9533 or click below to listen in….. http://www...
Could gentrification be the answer to violence in Chicago?
December 21, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBJoin us today 5:30 CST as we raise the question: Could gentrification be the answer to violence in Chicago? When a more diverse group of families move into a neighborhood should this be viewed as a negative, particularly when greater resources and opportunities come as a result of this migration? Why do you think that some Black neighborhoods are not desirable and what can be done to make these neighborhoods more desirable even for Black families? To share your thoughts, views and opinion...
Gun violence and moral collapse:
December 14, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBJoin us today 5:30 CST as we raise the subject of: Gun violence and moral collapse: When you see or hear the slogan Black lives matter what does that mean to you; What is taking place in our country that leads many to believe that the lives of blacks does not matter? If there is legitimate concerns surrounding issues of policing and police practices in communities of color, particularly the African-American communities why do some individuals attempt to diminished or ignore th...
Eric Garner no indictment and the seeds of distrust that exist
December 07, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBJoin us today 5:30 CST as we raise the issue: Eric Garner no indictment and the seeds of distrust that exist, we are asking you to think about a few things….. Are we at the point of saying don’t do the crime or escalate a situation and maybe you will not experience death at the hands of law enforcement? What can be said about the various protest we are seeing around the country by Americans of different ethnic backgrounds….. I read one sign that said you don’t have to be Black t...
Ferguson Missouri: Is the criminal justice system broken and in need of repair?
November 30, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBJoin us 5:30 CST as we raised the question: Ferguson Missouri: Is the criminal justice system broken and in need of repair?
Ferguson grand jury verdict: What Do you anticipate and what are the lessons?
November 23, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBJoin us as we raised questions surrounding Ferguson Missouri grand jury decision in the shooting death of Michael Brown. What is there to gain from a violent reaction and response to the grand jury’s verdict? If the Grand jury decides that officer Darren Wilson should not be criminally charge in the shooting death of Mike Brown, what would be an appropriate response by concerned citizens? http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/politics/2014/08/ferguson_protests_over_micha...
What is wrong with Derrick Rose future after basketball?
November 16, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBOn today's show we are going to look at what is wrong with Derrick Rose thinking about his health and family after his career in basketball is done?
Knowing when to say goodbye: Should you be given the right to die if terminal?
November 09, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBJoin us today as we raise end of life and right to die questions: There seems to be a tendency not to think about our individual mortality, why is there this avoidance of talking and planning for this transitional period? Do you have a moral objection to individuals being assisted with suicide?
Mid-term elections low voter turnout: What issues will get you to the polls?
November 02, 2014 23:30 - 1 hour - 55 MBDo you think African-American illinois voters are ready to give a Republican governor a chance? Why is it seen as disingenuous when African-American leaders who have traditionally voted for a democrat come out in favor of a republican?
The value of religion: Blacks, Christianity and the Bible, is it worth the read?
October 26, 2014 22:30 - 58 minutes - 52.4 MBJoin us today as we raise the question 5:30 CST The value of religion: Blacks, Christianity and the Bible, is it worth the read? How are African-Americans able to find value in maintaining and practicing the religion of those who once oppressed them? 55% of African-Americans interpret scripture as the literal word of God could this create any challenges for the African-American community or do you find that this line of thinking has little effect on ideas and behaviors?
34 children by 17 different women who should be held accountable?
October 19, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBTo have your thoughts, views and opinions heard you can call 718-508-9533 Are men responsible for impregnating women and if so does that mean women are powerless and have no voice or choice in deciding to become a mother? Even if one were to say, yes it is irresponsible of men not to think and create children they cannot and will not support, how successful has society been in holding men accountable? Is child support enough? Equally responsible is that the same as saying equally accoun...
For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also: Men, Women And Sex
October 12, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 56 MBMen's sexual pursuit area is 2.5 times larger than the one in the female brain: If a man has multiple children by multiple women do you find this behavior to be natural, irresponsible or rationale? Are women driven by biological and natural tendencies, consider the cosmetic and haircare industry does nature have a hand in any of this behavior?
If beauty is in the eye of the beholder why have self-doubt when shade changes?
October 05, 2014 22:30 - 59 minutes - 53.8 MBIt seems to me that there exists a great deal of importance in the African-American community on hair, one article states that we are spending a half a trillion dollars on hair care and weaves: Is this the cost of beauty? When you think about the idea of beauty do you think there are universal standards that everyone can agree on?
You have a right to remain silent but not angry: Black women angry?
September 28, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBIf Black women are angry as some would say and even at times depicted in media does this anger have any legitimacy based on their experiences?
Traditions, values and culture how important are they?
September 21, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBThis show will discuss how values and traditions shape how we view life. What is culture and how does it influence us?
For the love of money: What would you do?
September 14, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14.1 MBWhat are your thoughts about damaging the reputation and lives of people by selling information like the Ray Rice video tape for a quick buck, would you do it? Is there an unhealthy balance in our desire to have money, power and respect that causes us overlook problems and be abusive towards others? This seems to be a real challenge any wisdom you care to offer?
Domestic violence and it's victims: 1 out 4 women will be victims
September 07, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MBWhen trying to understand the victim of domestic violence, and it is asked why does she keep going back is this blaming the victim for the physical abuse? When men are confronted physically by their female partner is this seen a domestic violence by most women?
Why are only 11% of American Churches led by women do men make better pastors?
August 31, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14.1 MBFemale ministers find obstacles on path to pulpit: Can our religious institutions benefit from having a woman’s perspective in pastoral leadership, do women lead differently from men? In your estimation do you find individuals who use religious text to say women should not lead men or pastor churches to have a bias against women or simply remaining faithful to their religious traditions?
The shooting death of Mike Brown: Law enforcement or police brutality?
August 24, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.7 MBToday we will raise questions surrounding the shooting death of Michael Brown, another case of police brutality or the nature of law enforcement: Why do you think many African-Americans are more likely to perceive this incident as police brutality and not the nature of law enforcement? If the offender is not armed are there reasonable alternatives to the gun?
A hoodie and saggin jeans make you a target? Travon Martin to Mike Brown?
August 17, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBA year ago we spoke with a few high school students and ask them about their thoughts about dress and image. How Black youths are perceived by others within the community and outside. A year after Trayvon Martin the nation is discussingMichael Brown & Eric Gardener again we see various media sources attempt to paint a different image of the unarmed young man the same as we saw during the Zimmerman trial. Check out our past show where young people shared their ideas about images of Black you...
Sex offender has custody of his surrogate daughter should this be allowed?
August 10, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14.1 MBIt was initially believed that an Australian couple abandoned their surrogate son who was born with Down syndrome, while taking custody of their perfectly healthy daughter. It turns out this was not the complete story, although the couple did think that they should have been given sufficient time by the surrogate agency to terminate the pregnancy: The father is a convicted sex offender but says he is not the same man….. There are several issues at work here, however let's consider the variou...
Are perceptions reality or are they simply PERCEPTIONS? Justice in America....
August 03, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.8 MBAccording to the pew research center 86% of Blacks were dissatisfied with the Zimmerman aquittal and 5% were satisfied. Former NYPD Captain: Eric Garner 'Would Not Be Dead If He Had Not Resisted' How do you perceive these occurrences? What could be the reason for such a significant gap in opinions and how does perceptions inform our opinions about events and people?
Racial paranoia or racial realities……. Police brutality let’s talk about it
July 27, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MBDo Black males have an added concern of potentially being victimized by those who are charged with their public safety?
What must the African-American community do to be saved? Business ownership?
July 20, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MBGroup economics and group politics how do you understand these ideas and do others engage in these practices to further their interest in keeping their families stabled and neighborhoods safe?
Violence in Black neighborhoods why does it exist?
July 13, 2014 22:30 - 58 minutes - 13.2 MBIf there were a police presence or military presence as some have even called for on every community block that is identified as a hot spot can this help?
July 4th Independence Day for who should Blacks celebrate the 4th of July?
July 06, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14.1 MBSince blacks has helped to shape what this country is today do they not with clear conscience have every right and privilege to celebrate in its birth and independence irrespective the racial challenges they had to endure? Is it a contradiction for blacks to celebrate July 4th 1776 given the signing of the emancipation proclamation did not occur until 1865?
Who are the middle-class, what concerns them and how do they think?
June 29, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14 MBWhat do the middle-class deem important and why?
Get rich or die trying what can be more important than money?
June 22, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MBToday we are asking the questions does the rich worry and have similar concerns as you? Would you trade your problems and concerns for the concerns of the rich?
In what ways has the role of fathers changed over the last thirty years?
June 15, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.6 MBIs the role that fathers play in the lives of their children still seen as an important one? Is fatherhood still being celebrated or do we take the responsibility of fathers for granted?
What will be the impact of a minimum wage hike on struggling communities?
June 08, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14 MBDoes everyone benefit when workers have more money? What will be the impact of a minimum wage hike on the African-American community?
Reparations And Restitution does America owe YOU for past wrong doings? PT 2
June 01, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14.1 MBWhat would reparations if received by Africans-Americans accomplish? In what ways would reparations impact the African-American community?
Should the question of reparation for slavery and racism still be discussed?
May 25, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14 MBAre Black Americans holding on to racial grievances that are a thing of the past or are there real concerns? Is there anything that is owed to blacks, has America's debt been paid?
Zimmerman not guilty, Sterling racist rant, Black males dying prematurely
May 18, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.8 MBDoes everyone benefit when we find ways to serve and forgive? What are your thoughts on letting go and moving on regardless of the pain? Is it possible to let go?
The Challenge And Beauty Of Motherhood
May 11, 2014 22:30 - 42 minutes - 9.51 MBThis is a pre-recorded show from last year on this day. The conversation was informative and insightful.... What a wonderful thing it is to be a mother.... Enjoy the day and this conversation ladies... Happy Mother's Day to all of you!!!! Is motherhood appropriate for every woman? What advice did your mother give you that you've held on to even up till today? What a great day to reflect and show gratitude to the women who made a difference in your life...
Does the end justify the means….LA-NAACP under fire but why?
May 04, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14.1 MBWhen you look at organizations like NAACP who needs money and depend on donations, fundraising and membership support, can you see why the need exist to knock on the doors of the rich, even those they may oppose? Any suggestions?
Why should you vote and are you voting your interest?
April 27, 2014 22:30 - 8 minutes - 1.61 MBWhen individuals say that their vote does not matter and therefore they occasionally involve themselves in the electoral process what do you see as the origin or reasoning behind this thinking?
The Importance of our cultural traditions
April 20, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.6 MBThis is a re-broadcast of an earlier show addressing issues surrounding values and traditions Whether the traditions are religious or secular in nature they often reinforced some of our highest ideals.... Do you find cultural and religious traditions meaningful? Which days do you hold sacred or place any importance on?
Do you vote and does your vote matter?
April 13, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MBIn 2012 President Obama received 93% of the Black vote was this the African-American community way of saying we were satisfied with his presidency? What is the African-American community receiving for their vote?
Sexual responsibility And Sexual Abstinence can you make the case ?
April 06, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.5 MBIrrespective of whose role it is to teach children about nature, sex and biology should abstinence be a part of that curriculum and conversation?
Condom Availability And Sexual Responsibility
March 30, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MBAs a parent if your child school gives them free condoms do you think this will encourage your child to experiment with sex prematurely? Are parents in denial about the sexual activities and curiosity of their children? Or is this just a difficult discussion for parents to properly engage in with their children?
S.MA.R.T Goals For The African-American Community
March 23, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MBEnding racism, sexism and discriminatory practices have we accomplished these aims or must they remain S.M.A.R.T Goals for the African-American community?
The single mom's club..... Is that a club you want to be a part of?
March 16, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 13.9 MBIs Tyler Perry's film single mom's club his attempt to support single motherhood or challenge it?
Nearly 90% of Black Males by 8th grade are not reading at grade level
March 09, 2014 22:30 - 1 hour - 14 MBHow can we rebuild the Black Family if nearly 90% of Black Males by 8th grade are not reading at grade level? How much funding will it take to address this concern and what must parents do?