Real Black News
195 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★ - 70 ratingsPop-up episode 133 of Real Black News, hosted by Raqiyah Mays, brings uplifting news stories about people of African descent from Ghana, Sweden, Brazil, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Queens, New York. Psychotherapist Camille Banks Lee joins the episode to share three tips for staying empowered and manifesting the positive in 2024 and beyond.
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Ep. 49 Selwyn Seyfu Hinds
July 28, 2019 14:35 - 1 hour - 101 MBThis week’s Episode 49 of Real Black News features Screenwriter Selwyn Seyfu Hinds who discusses his days as Editor in Chief of The Source, how he broke into writing for film and TV, using art as activism and the top 5 black news stories of the week. Ex-cop and author of Police Brutality Matters, Joe Ested, discusses the Eric Garner case, why Officer Pantaleo should be charged with murder, and the threats faced since turning in dirty cops. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins ...
Ep. 48 Oakland, Kamala Harris, & BBQing While Black
July 22, 2019 10:13 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBThis week’s episode 48 of Real Black News features host Raqiyah Mays on the scene at Oakland’s 2nd Annual BBQing While Black (BBWB) discussing Kamala Harris and the 2020 election with the people of Oakland. BBWB Co-Founder Jhamel Robinson gives a recap of this year’s event. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to talk Anthony Mackie, Kenya Barris, and review the new Wu-Tang Hulu show. Jatali Bellanton returns with “The Black Wall Street Report” to talk venture...
Ep. 48 Oakland
July 22, 2019 10:13 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBThis week’s episode 48 of Real Black News features host Raqiyah Mays on the scene at Oakland’s 2nd Annual BBQing While Black (BBWB) discussing Kamala Harris and the 2020 election with the people of Oakland. BBWB Co-Founder Jhamel Robinson gives a recap of this year’s event. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to talk Anthony Mackie, Kenya Barris, and review the new Wu-Tang Hulu show. Jatali Bellanton returns with “The Black Wall Street Report” to talk venture...
Ep. 48 Oakland, BBQing While Black
July 22, 2019 10:13 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBThis week’s episode 48 of Real Black News features host Raqiyah Mays on the scene at Oakland’s 2nd Annual BBQing While Black (BBWB) discussing Kamala Harris and the 2020 election with the people of Oakland. BBWB Co-Founder Jhamel Robinson gives a recap of this year’s event. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to talk Anthony Mackie, Kenya Barris, and review the new Wu-Tang Hulu show. Jatali Bellanton returns with “The Black Wall Street Report” to talk venture...
Ep. 47 Hawk Newsome
July 14, 2019 13:49 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBThis week’s episode 47 of Real Black News marks the first episode of season 2 featuring activist, lawyer, and former president of Black Lives Matter of Greater NY, Hawk Newsome, on this week’s Eric Garner Protest and Rally in DC marking the fifth anniversary of his murder. Activist Rosa Clemente returns to the show to share details of her recent trip to the Southern Border. Civil Rights Attorney Shavar Jeffries is back with “The Politics Report” to discuss the 2020 Election and politicians p...
Ep. 47 Hawk Newsome, Activist
July 14, 2019 13:49 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBThis week’s episode 47 of Real Black News marks the first episode of season 2 featuring activist, lawyer, and former president of Black Lives Matter of Greater NY, Hawk Newsome, on this week’s Eric Garner Protest and Rally in DC marking the fifth anniversary of his murder. Activist Rosa Clemente returns to the show to share details of her recent trip to the Southern Border. Civil Rights Attorney Shavar Jeffries is back with “The Politics Report” to discuss the 2020 Election and politicians p...
Ep. 46 - The One Year Anniversary!!
June 17, 2019 01:47 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBThis week’s episode 46 of Real Black News features host Raqiyah Mays celebrating one year of Real Black News. She discusses updates on past news covered with activist and celebrity guests along with this week’s stories on the protests in Memphis over the police murder of Brandon Webber, Viola Davis’ and Steph Curry’s Charleston, SC documentary "Emanuel," and California’s move to provide health insurance to immigrants. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to ta...
Ep. 45 Dr. Steve Perry
June 09, 2019 16:53 - 58 minutes - 54 MBThis week’s episode 45 of Real Black News features author, Founder & Head of Capital Preparatory Schools in NY and Connecticut, Dr. Steve Perry. He discusses his fights with politicians and parents about his school policies, charter schools vs. public schools, how parents should pick a school for their child, and his experience hosting a talk show on daytime TV. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to give reviews on the new seasons of Claws, Pose, Queen Sugar...
Ep. 45 Dr. Steve Perry, Educator
June 09, 2019 16:53 - 58 minutes - 54 MBThis week’s episode 45 of Real Black News features author, Founder & Head of Capital Preparatory Schools in NY and Connecticut, Dr. Steve Perry. He discusses his fights with politicians and parents about his school policies, charter schools vs. public schools, how parents should pick a school for their child, and his experience hosting a talk show on daytime TV. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to give reviews on the new seasons of Claws, Pose, Queen Sugar...
Ep. 44 Miko Branch - CEO, Miss Jessie's
June 02, 2019 22:32 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBThis week’s episode 44 of Real Black News features black hair care visionary, Miko Branch, co-founder and CEO of Miss Jessie’s. She shares entrepreneurial tips on building a business, staying 100% black-owned, real estate, and the death and depression of her sister Titi Branch. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Ava Duvernay, When They See Us, Mati Diop, and La La Anthony. Other topics include Andrew Gillum, Latasha Harlins, and the LA Riots.
Ep. 44 Miko Branch
June 02, 2019 22:32 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBThis week’s episode 44 of Real Black News features black hair care visionary, Miko Branch, co-founder and CEO of Miss Jessie’s. She shares entrepreneurial tips on building a business, staying 100% black-owned, real estate, and the death and depression of her sister Titi Branch. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Ava Duvernay, When They See Us, Mati Diop, and La La Anthony. Other topics include Andrew Gillum, Latasha Harlins, and the LA Riots.
Ep. 43 Dr. Edelia Carthan
May 20, 2019 10:32 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBThis week’s episode 43 of Real Black News features activist, educator, and the cousin of Emmett Till, Dr. Edelia Carthan, discussing the fight to protect her father, the first black man to become mayor in Mississippi, Eddie Carthan. She discusses the conspiracy against her father connected to his relationship with Minister Farrakhan, her work with Rev. William Barber in Tula, Mississippi, the poorest city in the country where the average salary is $14,000, running for the house of representa...
Ep. 43 Dr. Edelia Carthan Activist & Politician
May 20, 2019 10:32 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBThis week’s episode 43 of Real Black News features activist, educator, and the cousin of Emmett Till, Dr. Edelia Carthan, discussing the fight to protect her father, the first black man to become mayor in Mississippi, Eddie Carthan. She discusses the conspiracy against her father connected to his relationship with Minister Farrakhan, her work with Rev. William Barber in Tula, Mississippi, the poorest city in the country where the average salary is $14,000, running for the house of representa...
Ep 42 - Radha Blank
May 12, 2019 23:49 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBThis week’s episode 42 of Real Black News features playwright, screenwriter, and director Radha Blank on writing and being a producer on season 2 of Spike Lee’s “She’s Gotta Have It” and writing Malcolm Lee’s upcoming film Real Talk. Radha shares her creative process, writing tips, and experience as a young person in a gang. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Yara Shahidi, The Sun is Also a Star, African superhero Shadow, and why Oprah shut down ...
Ep 42 - Radha Blank - Director & Screenwriter
May 12, 2019 23:49 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBThis week’s episode 42 of Real Black News features playwright, screenwriter, and director Radha Blank on writing and being a producer on season 2 of Spike Lee’s “She’s Gotta Have It” and writing Malcolm Lee’s upcoming film Real Talk. Radha shares her creative process, writing tips, and experience as a young person in a gang. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Yara Shahidi, The Sun is Also a Star, African superhero Shadow, and why Oprah shut down ...
Ep. 41 Samson & Tyese Styles
May 05, 2019 12:36 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBEpisode 41 of Real Black News features former BET Correspondent turned filmmaker Samson Styles and his wife producer Tyese Styles on their award-winning Revolt documentary Killing Beef: Gun Violence in the Black Community. Samson discusses his incarceration along with mental health, policing in black communities, and maintaining a marriage with four baby mamas. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Kenya Barris, Lupita Nyong’o, John Singleton, and “S...
Ep. 41 Samson & Tyese Styles, Filmmakers
May 05, 2019 12:36 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBEpisode 41 of Real Black News features former BET Correspondent turned filmmaker Samson Styles and his wife producer Tyese Styles on their award-winning Revolt documentary Killing Beef: Gun Violence in the Black Community. Samson discusses his incarceration along with mental health, policing in black communities, and maintaining a marriage with four baby mamas. Entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Kenya Barris, Lupita Nyong’o, John Singleton, and “S...
Ep. 40 Dee Barnes
April 21, 2019 20:01 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBThis week’s episode 40 of Real Black News features hip hop pioneer, Dee Barnes, discussing the struggles of being homeless, pressing charges against Dr. Dre for assault, her upcoming book, movie, the 30th Anniversary of Pump It Up, and what’s next since finding support after creating a GoFundMe page to stop an eviction. Writer & Director Stefon Bristol joins the show to discuss his Netflix movie, See You Yesterday, executive produced by Spike Lee. And entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Pen...
Ep. 40 Dee Barnes, Hip hop Legend
April 21, 2019 20:01 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBhip hop pioneer, Dee Barnes, discussing the struggles of being homeless, pressing charges against Dr. Dre for assault, her upcoming book, movie, the 30th Anniversary of Pump It Up, and what’s next since finding support after creating a GoFundMe page to stop an eviction. Writer & Director Stefon Bristol joins the show to discuss his Netflix movie, See You Yesterday, executive produced by Spike Lee. And entertainment journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins The Screen Grab to discuss Ava DuVernay,...
Ep. 39 Activist Anthony Beckford & Author Jerry Craft
April 14, 2019 20:20 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBThis week’s episode 39 of Real Black News features Brooklyn Community Advocate Anthony Beckford who lead the Brooklyn nail salon protests. He discusses his campaign to become Councilman for the 45th City Council District in Brooklyn, NY, the seat vacated by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams. Entertainment Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss DJ Quik, Donald Glover, Star Wars, and Issa Rae. Cartoonist and co-founder of the Schomburg’s Black Comic Book Festival, Jer...
Ep. 39 Anthony Beckford
April 14, 2019 20:20 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBThis week’s episode 39 of Real Black News features Brooklyn Community Advocate Anthony Beckford who lead the Brooklyn nail salon protests. He discusses his campaign to become Councilman for the 45th City Council District in Brooklyn, NY, the seat vacated by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams. Entertainment Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss DJ Quik, Donald Glover, Star Wars, and Issa Rae. Cartoonist and co-founder of the Schomburg’s Black Comic Book Festival, Jer...
Ep. 39 Anthony Beckford, Activist
April 14, 2019 20:20 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBThis week’s episode 39 of Real Black News features Brooklyn Community Advocate Anthony Beckford who lead the Brooklyn nail salon protests. He discusses his campaign to become Councilman for the 45th City Council District in Brooklyn, NY, the seat vacated by Public Advocate Jumaane Williams. Entertainment Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss DJ Quik, Donald Glover, Star Wars, and Issa Rae. Cartoonist and co-founder of the Schomburg’s Black Comic Book Festival, Jer...
Ep. 38 - Collette V. Smith
April 07, 2019 22:46 - 1 hour - 65 MBThis week’s episode 38 of Real Black News features the NFL’s first black female coach and the first female coach in NY Jets Franchise history, Collette V. Smith who discusses her time with the NFL, playing in the women’s football league, Colin Kaepernick, the NFL’s domestic violence policies, surviving rape, and more. Entertainment Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins The Screen Grab to give movie reviews on Shazam and Little. Other topics include Taraji P. Henson’s mental health struggles,...
Ep. 38 - Collette V. Smith, First Black Female NFL Coach
April 07, 2019 22:46 - 1 hour - 65 MBThis week’s episode 38 of Real Black News features the NFL’s first black female coach and the first female coach in NY Jets Franchise history, Collette V. Smith who discusses her time with the NFL, playing in the women’s football league, Colin Kaepernick, the NFL’s domestic violence policies, surviving rape, and more. Entertainment Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins The Screen Grab to give movie reviews on Shazam and Little. Other topics include Taraji P. Henson’s mental health struggles,...
Ep 37. Hilary Beard & Elijah Nichols
April 01, 2019 00:43 - 1 hour - 179 MBThis week’s episode 37 of Real Black News features two-time NAACP Image award-winning author Hilary Beard discussing her new online parenting-against-racism course, “Rise and Thrive: How to Raise Black Children Who Shine During These Treacherous Times.” She shares research on the repercussions of spanking children and the things kids don’t tell parents about race-related experiences. Entertainment Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins The Screen Grab to discuss Queen Latifah, Jordan Peele, Th...
Ep 37. Hilary Beard & Elijah Nichols, Author & Activists
April 01, 2019 00:43 - 1 hour - 179 MBThis week’s episode 37 of Real Black News features two-time NAACP Image award-winning author Hilary Beard discussing her new online parenting-against-racism course, “Rise and Thrive: How to Raise Black Children Who Shine During These Treacherous Times.” She shares research on the repercussions of spanking children and the things kids don’t tell parents about race-related experiences. Entertainment Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins The Screen Grab to discuss Queen Latifah, Jordan Peele, Th...
Ep 36 - Monifa & Lumumba Bandele
March 18, 2019 02:23 - 1 hour - 167 MBThis week’s episode 36 of Real Black News features married activist couple Monifa and Lumumba Bandele. Monifa is Senior VP of MomsRising.org, Lumumba is the Director of Community Organizing with the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and Education Fund, and together they break down their work, marriage, raising activist children, and the top 5 black news stories of the week. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Lupita, Us, Danai Gurira, And Marvel’s first Asian Superhero m...
Ep 36 - Monifa & Lumumba Bandele, Activists
March 18, 2019 02:23 - 1 hour - 167 MBThis week’s episode 36 of Real Black News features married activist couple Monifa and Lumumba Bandele. Monifa is Senior VP of MomsRising.org, Lumumba is the Director of Community Organizing with the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and Education Fund, and together they break down their work, marriage, raising activist children, and the top 5 black news stories of the week. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Lupita, Us, Danai Gurira, And Marvel’s first Asian Superhero m...
Ep 35 Tanya Faison BLM Sacramento
March 10, 2019 23:26 - 1 hour - 130 MBThis week’s episode 35 of Real Black News features activist and founder of Black Lives Matter Sacramento Tanya Faison on the protests over the acquittal of officers who murdered Stephon Clark. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Tyrese, Taraji, and Tessa Thompson’s new film. Playwright, actor, and activist Don Lacy discusses his one-man show “Colorstruck.”
Ep. 34 - dream hampton
March 03, 2019 21:25 - 1 hour - 169 MBThis week’s episode 34 of Real Black News features filmmaker dream hampton, executive producer of "Surviving R. Kelly," discussing her next 6-part documentary "Finding Justice, secondary trauma, and hip hop journalism. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Bad Boys 3 and post-Oscar winner projects. Virginia’s Kerwyn Phillip discusses The Children’s Business Fair in Richmond. While former investment banker and CEO of Kids Who Bank, Jatali B, discusses investing in ...
Ep. 34 - dream hampton, Filmmaker
March 03, 2019 21:25 - 1 hour - 169 MBThis week’s episode 34 of Real Black News features filmmaker dream hampton, executive producer of "Surviving R. Kelly," discussing her next 6-part documentary "Finding Justice, secondary trauma, and hip hop journalism. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Bad Boys 3 and post-Oscar winner projects. Virginia’s Kerwyn Phillip discusses The Children’s Business Fair in Richmond. While former investment banker and CEO of Kids Who Bank, Jatali B, discusses investing in ...
Ep. 33 Rev. Jesse Jackson
February 24, 2019 15:26 - 1 hour - 129 MBEpisode 33 of Real Black News features this week’s special guests like Rev. Jesse Jackson discussing economic empowerment, investing in Africa, and MLK’s assassination. CNN Contributor, lawyer, and former politician, Bakari Sellers, discusses his PBS documentary While I Breath, I Hope. Bronx, NY assemblyman Michael Blake talks about his campaign for New York Public advocate. And Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Michael B. Jordan, Will Smith, and Cynthia Erivo...
Ep. 33 Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Legend
February 24, 2019 15:26 - 1 hour - 129 MBEpisode 33 of Real Black News features this week’s special guests like Rev. Jesse Jackson discussing economic empowerment, investing in Africa, and MLK’s assassination. CNN Contributor, lawyer, and former politician, Bakari Sellers, discusses his PBS documentary While I Breath, I Hope. Bronx, NY assemblyman Michael Blake talks about his campaign for New York Public advocate. And Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss Michael B. Jordan, Will Smith, and Cynthia Erivo...
Ep. 32 Brandi Collins-Dexter, Color of Change
February 18, 2019 08:19 - 1 hour - 154 MBEpisode 32 of Real Black News features this week’s special guests like Senior Campaign Director for Color of Change, Brandi Collins-Dexter, discussing removing Bill O’Reilly from Fox News, fighting Facebook, and holding black leaders and organizations accountable. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss 50 Cent’s show “The Oath,” Morris Chestnut, Wu-Tang, and Russell Hornsby’s new show “Proven Innocent.” Former investment banker and CEO of Kids Who Bank, Jatali B, ...
Ep. 32 Brandi Collins-Dexter
February 18, 2019 08:19 - 1 hour - 154 MBEpisode 32 of Real Black News features this week’s special guests like Senior Campaign Director for Color of Change, Brandi Collins-Dexter, discussing removing Bill O’Reilly from Fox News, fighting Facebook, and holding black leaders and organizations accountable. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Screen Grab” to discuss 50 Cent’s show “The Oath,” Morris Chestnut, Wu-Tang, and Russell Hornsby’s new show “Proven Innocent.” Former investment banker and CEO of Kids Who Bank, Jatali B, ...
Ep. 31 Trymaine Lee, MSNBC Journalist
February 10, 2019 19:45 - 1 hour - 169 MBEpisode 31 of Real Black News features this week’s special guests like Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and MSNBC correspondent Trymaine Lee who discusses covering black stories in the mainstream and surviving a heart attack at 38-years-old. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Black Hollywood Report” to discuss the AAFCA Awards, Quincy Jones, Ava DuVernay, Blumhouse, ATV Fest, Robin Givens, Jamie Hector & “Bosch.” Filmmaker Alfonso Johnson shares the details on the premiere of his ABF...
Ep. 31 Trymaine Lee
February 10, 2019 19:45 - 1 hour - 169 MBEpisode 31 of Real Black News features this week’s special guests like Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and MSNBC correspondent Trymaine Lee who discusses covering black stories in the mainstream and surviving a heart attack at 38-years-old. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Black Hollywood Report” to discuss the AAFCA Awards, Quincy Jones, Ava DuVernay, Blumhouse, ATV Fest, Robin Givens, Jamie Hector & “Bosch.” Filmmaker Alfonso Johnson shares the details on the premiere of his ABF...
Ep. 30 - Kindred, R&B Duo
February 03, 2019 10:44 - 1 hour - 153 MBEpisode 30 of Real Black News features this week’s special guests critically acclaimed R&B duo Kindred the Family Soul (Aja Graydon and Fatin Dantzler) discussing 20 years of marriage, raising six children, black love, marriage counseling, and releasing seven dope albums. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Black Hollywood Report” to discuss this week’s BET premieres of “American Soul,” “Boomerang,” and upcoming projects based on the black panther party. While former investment banker ...
Ep. 30 - Kindred
February 03, 2019 10:44 - 1 hour - 153 MBEpisode 30 of Real Black News features this week’s special guests critically acclaimed R&B duo Kindred the Family Soul (Aja Graydon and Fatin Dantzler) discussing 20 years of marriage, raising six children, black love, marriage counseling, and releasing seven dope albums. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Black Hollywood Report” to discuss this week’s BET premieres of “American Soul,” “Boomerang,” and upcoming projects based on the black panther party. While former investment banker ...
Ep. 29 Feminista Jones, Author & Activist
January 27, 2019 18:48 - 1 hour - 123 MBOn Episode 29 of Real Black News this week’s special guest, author Feminista Jones, discusses her upcoming third book “Reclaiming Our Space: How Black Feminists Are Changing the World From the Tweets to the Streets” (Beacon, Jan 2019). She also touches on the stats of women in the prison system, sky-high suspension rates of black girls, women’s sexuality, BDSM, and what it means to be sex positive. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Black Hollywood Report” to discuss Spike Lee, Taraji...
Ep. 29 Feminista Jones
January 27, 2019 18:48 - 1 hour - 123 MBOn Episode 29 of Real Black News this week’s special guest, author Feminista Jones, discusses her upcoming third book “Reclaiming Our Space: How Black Feminists Are Changing the World From the Tweets to the Streets” (Beacon, Jan 2019). She also touches on the stats of women in the prison system, sky-high suspension rates of black girls, women’s sexuality, BDSM, and what it means to be sex positive. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins “The Black Hollywood Report” to discuss Spike Lee, Taraji...
Ep. 28 Isaiah Washington, Actor
January 20, 2019 13:19 - 1 hour - 172 MBEpisode 28 of Real Black News features this week’s guests like actor Isaiah Washington discussing his legacy as an actor, African DNA tests, genocide, and even his controversial departure from "Grey’s Anatomy." Community organizer/President and CEO of One Village Alliance, Chandra Pitts, discusses the Raising Kings Conference dedicated to mentoring and empowering young black boys. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss Revolt’s MLK Weekend Lineup and Don ...
Ep. 28 Isaiah Washington
January 20, 2019 13:19 - 1 hour - 172 MBEpisode 28 of Real Black News features this week’s guests like actor Isaiah Washington discussing his legacy as an actor, African DNA tests, genocide, and even his controversial departure from "Grey’s Anatomy." Community organizer/President and CEO of One Village Alliance, Chandra Pitts, discusses the Raising Kings Conference dedicated to mentoring and empowering young black boys. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss Revolt’s MLK Weekend Lineup and Don ...
Ep. 27 Chenae Bullock - Indigenous People's March
January 13, 2019 23:38 - 1 hour - 159 MBIntroducing Episode 27 of Real Black News breaking down the top 5 black news stories of the week with newsmakers from the worlds of entertainment and activism. This week’s guests include activist Chenae Bullock discussing the upcoming Indigenous People’s March in DC and the high rates of sex assault among indigenous women. Host Raqiyah Mays discusses "Surviving R. Kelly" and her resignation from 107.5 WBLS; Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss the Aretha...
Ep. 26 Aunjanue Ellis, Emmy Nominated Actress
December 17, 2018 02:25 - 1 hour - 145 MBEpisode 26 of Real Black News breaks down the top 5 black news stories of the week with newsmakers from the worlds of entertainment and activism. This week’s guests include actress Aunjanue Ellis discussing her roles in If Beale Street Could Talk, Central Park 5, and co-founding her organization Take it Down America to remove the Confederate flag in Mississippi. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss Christmas films releases and The Five Heartbeats on Broa...
Ep. 26 Aunjanue Ellis
December 17, 2018 02:25 - 1 hour - 145 MBEpisode 26 of Real Black News breaks down the top 5 black news stories of the week with newsmakers from the worlds of entertainment and activism. This week’s guests include actress Aunjanue Ellis discussing her roles in If Beale Street Could Talk, Central Park 5, and co-founding her organization Take it Down America to remove the Confederate flag in Mississippi. Journalist Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss Christmas films releases and The Five Heartbeats on Broa...
Ep. 25 Shavar Jeffries
December 10, 2018 02:23 - 1 hour - 136 MBEpisode 25 of Real Black News breaks down the top 5 black news stories of the week with newsmakers from the worlds of entertainment and activism. This week’s guests include civil rights attorney Shavar Jeffries breaking down the voter suppression of African Americans and Native Americans in North Carolina. Mexican diplomat and advocate, Claudia Romo Edelman, discusses the first Hispanic Leadership Summit at the United Nations. Activist Darlean Henderson talks about the protests in Erie, PA –...
Ep. 25 Shavar Jeffries, Civil Rights Lawyers & Politician
December 10, 2018 02:23 - 1 hour - 136 MBEpisode 25 of Real Black News breaks down the top 5 black news stories of the week with newsmakers from the worlds of entertainment and activism. This week’s guests include civil rights attorney Shavar Jeffries breaking down the voter suppression of African Americans and Native Americans in North Carolina. Mexican diplomat and advocate, Claudia Romo Edelman, discusses the first Hispanic Leadership Summit at the United Nations. Activist Darlean Henderson talks about the protests in Erie, PA –...
EP. 24 Simone Missick
December 03, 2018 00:28 - 1 hour - 167 MBEpisode 24 of Real Black News breaks down the top 5 black news stories of the week with newsmakers from the worlds of entertainment and activism including this week’s guests like actress Simone Messick discussing her role as Misty Knight on “Luke Cage,” Executive producing her film Jinn, marriage, Islam, and Christianity. Alabama Activist Sheena William gives an update on the protests after the police murder of EJ Bradford. Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss Keny...
EP. 24 Simone Missick, Actress
December 03, 2018 00:28 - 1 hour - 167 MBEpisode 24 of Real Black News breaks down the top 5 black news stories of the week with newsmakers from the worlds of entertainment and activism including this week’s guests like actress Simone Messick discussing her role as Misty Knight on “Luke Cage,” Executive producing her film Jinn, marriage, Islam, and Christianity. Alabama Activist Sheena William gives an update on the protests after the police murder of EJ Bradford. Ronda Racha Penrice joins the Black Hollywood report to discuss Keny...