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You Had Me at Black

129 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 977 ratings

You Had Me at Black is where Black Millennials tell the true-life stories you won't see on TV.

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Joy Trafficking - Season 6 Premier

March 06, 2019 15:06 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

Welcome to Season 6 of You Had Me at Black! This week's story comes from Kelly, who grew up in predominantly white Utah. She never knew what her parents did for a living, then one day the cops showed up at her door. This season we recorded all of our stories over Skype, which allowed us reach people in places we wouldn't have been able to otherwise. This story is produced by Rachel Jones and scored, mixed, and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a s...

REWIND: You're Not Worth It, But My Light Bill Is

February 27, 2019 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

To countdown to our Season 6 premiere on March 6, 2019, we're revisiting some of our favorite stories from earlier seasons. This week we're rewinding on "You're Not Worth It, But My Light Bill Is" from Season 4! After an inappropriate situation at work, Brea her asserts her right to be the Angry Black Woman. This story is produced by Produced by Jarrod Sport. Music and scoring by Charlie Corpening and Deion Henderson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling moveme...

REWIND - The Medicine of the Mind (Countdown to Season 6)

February 20, 2019 15:32 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MB

To countdown to our Season 6 premiere on March 6, 2019, we're revisiting some of our favorite stories from earlier seasons, continuing this week with The Medicine of the Mind from Season 3! Mark takes an impromptu and life-changing trip - or what's formally known as an Ayahuasca- in Peru. This story is produced by Produced by Jarrod Sport. Music and scoring by Charlie Corpening and Deion Henderson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the bl...

REWIND - Black Cinderella (Countdown to Season 6)

February 13, 2019 14:07 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB

To countdown to our Season 6 premier on March 6, 2019, we're revisiting some of our favorite stories from earlier seasons, continuing this week with Black Cinderella. Ianne searches for a reciprocal love that puts them at the center of their own love story. This story is produced by Martina Abrahams Ilunga and Britney Abrahams. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell....

REWIND - Lit as a Feather (Countdown to Season 6)

February 06, 2019 15:30 - 10 minutes - 9.81 MB

To countdown to our Season 6 premiere on March 6, 2019, we're revisiting some of our favorite stories from earlier seasons, starting with Lit as a Feather. 10 year-old Jazz learns the heard way why adults tell us not to play with matches. This story is produced by Martina Abrahams Ilunga and Britney Abrahams. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a...

Picking up Dust

September 26, 2018 13:00 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MB

A young woman discovers her husband texting her younger sister, forcing her to dust off skeletons in her closet. If you, or someone you know is a victim of domestic or sexual violence, call the national assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE. This story is produced by Stephany Lowe and mix and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so throu...

Forever 4-21

September 19, 2018 22:33 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MB

Kham gets into the college of his dreams but can't afford tuition. Until he has a great idea on 4-20. What starts off as a plot to make some quick cash turns into a full-on operation. This story was produced by Britney Abrahams and mixed, mastered and scored by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live ...

The Homegoing Team

September 12, 2018 15:22 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

This story was coached by Stephany Lowe, produced by Rachel Jones and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule the world. Tell your story - Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory Join our move...

The Dates Add Up

September 05, 2018 16:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

CeeJaye's one-night hook up results in unexpected and life-altering changes. This story was coached by Adizah Eghan and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule the world. Tell your story - Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell you...

P*ta Brenda

August 29, 2018 14:17 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MB

Celia gets into it with her landlord, Brenda. This story was coached by Britney Abrahams and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule the world. Tell your story - Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/t...

Voice of Gratitude

August 22, 2018 14:56 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

At five years old, Richard gets adopted by his kindergarten teacher. This story was coached by Stephany Lowe and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule the world. Tell your story - Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at y...

Everything Must Go

August 15, 2018 13:00 - 9 minutes - 9.02 MB

Krystal puts the pieces of her life back together after a painful divorce. This story was coached by Jarred Sport and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule the world. Tell your story - Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours...

Leaving the Kingdom

August 08, 2018 13:40 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Joi makes a difficult decision between living the life her mother expected and defining life for her self. This story was coached by Johanna Middleton and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule the world. Tell your story - Our mantra is, "those who tel...

Sanctified Gangsta

August 01, 2018 16:01 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

Fed up by the way his grandmother dresses him, 8th grade Meechie joins the BDs, a Chicago-area gang, to buy new clothes. This story was coached by Stephany Lowe and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory Join our movement -> If you...

Finding Sonshine

August 01, 2018 16:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB

Kywnn searches for a reason to live after losing her child and partner. This story was coached by Britney Abrahams and mix and mastered by Miles Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory Join our movement -> If you're looking for a community of activists and sto...

Hollywood Fefe

August 01, 2018 16:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB

Felicia moved to LA in search of the Hollywood Dream - dream house, dream man, dream dog. Her pursuits leave her losing all but 1. This story was coached by Stephany Lowe, and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory Join our movemen...

Yogi Awakening

August 01, 2018 16:00 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB

After his divorce, Marlon takes a retreat and arouses himself in away he never has before. This story was coached by Adizah Eghan and mix and mastered by Miles Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory Join our movement -> If you're looking for a community of ac...

The Floor is on Fire

August 01, 2018 16:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

Deborah saves her coins and stays with a friend-of-a-friend on a trip. She quickly learns that "you get what you pay for." This story was coached by Jhodie Williams-Powell and mix and mastered by Mile Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory Join our movement -...

Welcome to Season 5

August 01, 2018 15:59 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MB

You Had Me at Black returns with our fifth season on August 1! This season we travel to Houston, LA and Chicago. Here's the host Martina with a introduction to Season 5.

Welcome to Season 5

August 01, 2018 15:59 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MB

You Had Me at Black returns with our fifth season on August 1! This season we travel to Houston, LA and Chicago. Here's the host Martina with a introduction to Season 5. ##Rule the world. Tell your story You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory ##Join our movement If you're looking for a community of act...

Season 5 - Sneak Preview

July 28, 2018 01:15 - 2 minutes - 2.71 MB

You Had Me at Black returns with our fifth season on August 1! This season we travel to Houston, LA and Chicago. Here's a sneak preview. ##Rule the world. Tell your story You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory ##Join our movement If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchan...

Seen: A Father's Day Special

June 15, 2018 19:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Seen is a two-part series in collaboration with CultTV which explores how Black fathers pour into their children. Contrary to mainstream narratives, Black fathers are out here. For Father's Day We asked a number of men to reflect on how fatherhood influences their understanding of masculinity, and how that's similar or different to their fathers' parenting. This episode is hosted by our sound engineer and content strategist, Miles Dotson. Experience Part Two of this series, at www.youhadme...

Mother's Jewels

May 11, 2018 19:58 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Mother's Jewels is a two-part reflective series in collaboration with CultTV which explores how Black mothers pour into their children. The intergenerational lessons they draw from (or reject), and the life experiences they lean on. We asked eleven women, "What's a conversation you had with your mom, and one you didn't have, that you couldn't wait to have with your children?" These are their stories. After listening, visit youhadmeatblack.com/mothersday18 to hear the second part of the ser...

My Name is Jackie

November 29, 2017 16:51 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

As a first year teacher in the Bay Area, Adha caught one student bullying another. But when it came time to identify the student to the Principal, he struggled to do so. We recognize that parts of this story are problematic, and You Had Me at Black does not condone the school's actions in this situation. We shared it because sometimes we do messed up things too, and we can all improve in areas of cultural competency. After listening, show some love and leave a review! Join The Kinship Our...

Carl's Angels

November 15, 2017 13:23 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

After ending his engagement and recovering from a medical emergency, Carl finally learns to listen to Black Women. Produced by: Britney Abrahams Scored by: Charlie Corpening Mix and Mastering by: Miles Dotson Tickets for our next kickback on December 2 in Houston are on sale. Get yours at www.youhadmeatblack.com/livehtx! Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

The Problem with Precaution

November 08, 2017 17:37 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

Kevin (fka Erk tha Jerk) learns the hard way to be careful what you plan for. After listening, leave a review on Apple Podcasts! We're coming to Houston! Our next Kickback is at Lions Heart Studio on December 2nd. Tickets go on sale Monday 11/13, but if you're on our email list you'll get access to early bird tickets on Friday 11/11. Head to youhadmeatblack.com/livehtx for more information, and youhadmeatblack.com to join our email list before Friday. Thanksgiving is 2 weeks away, which m...

Fonkin' Up

November 01, 2017 16:39 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

Despite graduating from a prestigious college and traveling the world, a young man struggles to escape the conditioning of his hometown. This story is produced by Jhodie Williams. Music & scoring by Charlie Corpening. Mix & mastering by Miles Dotson. If you like what you hear, write us a review on Apple Podcasts -- youhadmeatblack.com/itunes. For more information, subscribe to our email list at -- youhadmeatblack.com. Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use story...

Ms Tramble’s Favorite

October 25, 2017 07:26 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB

Chinaka makes an unlikely friend over the fence in her grandmother’s backyard. This episode is mix and mastered by Miles Dotson. Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

Irish You Would

October 18, 2017 07:12 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

Elijah and his friends' Saint Patrick's Day fun takes a sobering turn outside of a San Francisco bar. This story is produced by Jhodie Williams and Miles Dotson. Music & Scoring, Mixing & Mastering by Miles Dotson. After listening, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play Music to get new episodes straight to your device. Then leave a review! Sponsored: The You Had Me at Black family is apart of the pre-release for The Traveling Fro Shop! @travelingfro, aka Jakiya Brown, chro...

Rise of the African Americans

October 11, 2017 17:48 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MB

Bria struggles with how to react to a teacher who can't seem to learn how to speak to his Black students. This story is produced by Britney Abrahams. Music & Scoring by Deion Henderson, with Mixing & Mastering by Miles Dotson. After listening, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play Music to get new episodes straight to your device. Then leave a review! Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatbla...

He's Not Worth It, But My Light Bill Is

October 04, 2017 09:51 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

Welcome to Season 4! After a traumatic experience at work, Brea reclaims her right to be the Angry Black Woman. After listening, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Google Play Music to get new episodes straight to your device. Then leave a review! Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

The Legend of Yoga Booty & Angry White Girl - Season 3 Finale Pt. 2

June 14, 2017 08:43 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MB

Welcome to our Season 3 Finale Part 21 This week we’re playing back the last two stories from our last kickback in Oakland. First up is Randi, whose story, effectively dubbed, “The Legend of Yoga Booty #1” needs no introduction. We close out this season with Mehera, who is just tired of being told she’s not *really* black. . Produced by: @adizaheghan . Our kickbacks are a space to celebrate our culture, our community, and to turn up. All across the country we see gentrification push us out, ...

Theo & Bubba's Mixtape - Season 3 Finale Pt. 1

June 08, 2017 04:05 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

Welcome to pt 1. of our Season 3 finale! Today we're playing back stories recorded at our last kickback in Oakland. The first comes from Theo, a former child singer whose mom did whatever it took to support his career. The second, from Mani, who tried to run away from something that was rooted deep within. Produced by: Adizah Eghan After listening, head to youhadmeatblack.com/donate to back our Kickstarter campaign and bring live shows like this one to cities across the country. We have 9 da...

Zoo What You Gotta Zoo

May 24, 2017 13:37 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

To her horror, Jessica's dad reveals an unconventional plan to get in to their local zoo. Produced by: Afi Yellow-Duke Scoring by: Charlie Caperning After listening, check out our Kickstarter: youhadmeatblack.com/donate. We're raising funds to bring our live experiences on tour to different cities! Today we released a new reward for ten $50 donors: a 90-minute crash course in launching and growing a podcast. This course will be taught in a virtual small-group over Google Hangout and will cov...

Birthday Tings

May 17, 2017 13:32 - 1 minute - 1.06 MB

Today is our birthday! In just one year we've had the privilege of capturing dozens of inspiring, raw, intimate, and hilarious stories across the country. To celebrate this milestone for us, we reflected on our favorites, and the ones that made the greatest impact on us. Visit www.youhadmeatblack.com/birthday to hear/read our reflections. We'll be back next week with a new story ;) Peace. Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and lib...

Degrees of Faith

May 11, 2017 07:10 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

Jonathan's story begins after he starts a new job, and learns his company has a program that might help him fulfill his mom's lifelong dream. Produced by: Britney Abrahams Music and Scoring by: Deion Henderson After listening, share a story about your mom with us. Email a photo and 1 minute audio recording (mp3 or wav file) to [email protected] by Saturday, 5/13 at 3pm PST. Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberat...

Ganja in Trouble

May 03, 2017 16:43 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

12 year old Beejus goes to Jamaica on a family vacation, and ends up trying to smuggle cannabis over the border. Produced by: Jarrod Sport Music & Scoring by: Charlie Corpening After listening, share your funniest ganja stories on Twitter: @youhadmeatblack Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

Praise the Lord, Pass the Ammunition

April 26, 2017 13:41 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

Welcome to the second installment of our Tech Inclusion series. Tech Inclusion is a conference that brings tech investor, entrepreneurs and workers together to discuss solutions to the industry's diversity and inclusion challenges. They invited us to host a storytelling segment during the conference last year. This week's story comes from Leslie, who has led engineering teams at some of the largest and most influential tech companies. One day after a confrontation with his father, his dad go...

Ghostbusters Busted

April 19, 2017 16:46 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

Last fall we were invited to host a storytelling segment at Tech Inclusion San Francisco. Tech Inclusion is a conference that brings together tech entrepreneurs, investors, policy makers and diversity workers to find solutions to the industry's diversity and inclusion issues. This and next week we're publishing the stories shared at the event. This story is from Hadiyah, founder of HBCU to Startup, a community that connects HBCU students and grads with opportunities at startups. But before H...

Room for Many Hats

April 12, 2017 14:11 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

Kevin had a tendency to take on other people's problems as his own. It wasn't until a traumatic experience that he realized how much doing so took a toll on his wellbeing. This story is produced by Britney Abrahams (@thelovelybee) Music and Scoring by Deion Henderson (@deion.henderson) Created by Martina Abrahams (@MARTINAdotA) and Britney Abrahams (@thelovelybee) Keep up with us after the show on Twitter: @youhadmeatblack. Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use st...

Popov Popoff

April 05, 2017 13:46 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

One night Fredia got a little *too* drunk for her own good, and learned a valuable lesson. This story is produced by Britney Abrahams (@thelovelybee) Music and Scoring by Deion Henderson (@deion.henderson) Created by Martina Abrahams (@MARTINAdotA) and Britney Abrahams (@thelovelybee) Keep up with us after the show on Twitter: @youhadmeatblack. Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

The Medicine of the Mind

March 29, 2017 14:58 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MB

Mark takes an impromptu and lifechanging trip - or what's formally known as an Ayahuasca- in Peru. * Produced by Jarrod Sport * Music and scoring by Charlie Corpening (@Black_ChinaKid) and Deion Henderson (@Deion.henderson) * Created by Martina Abrahams (@MARTINAdotA) and Britney Abrahams (@the_lovelybee) Use the hashtag #youhadmeatblack to join the conversation. Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com...

Finding Dragon

March 22, 2017 17:25 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

Eric's trip to Cuba takes an unexpected twist when he's forced to confront skeletons from his past. Follow us on Twitter - @youhadmeatblack Produced by Afi Yellow-Duke (@ayellowdutchess) Music & Scoring by Charlie Corpening (@Black_ChinaKid) Sound Engineering by Miles Dotson ( Created by Martina Abrahams (@MARTINAdotA) and Britney Abrahams (@The_lovelybee) Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

Heart Mishaps - Season 2 Finale

December 15, 2016 16:07 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

200 people squeezed into an Oakland backyard to listen to stories and celebrate the launch of our second season in early October. These are the stories shared that night. Produced by: Adizah Eghan Photo by: Alexandra Fox Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

Manifest Your Destiny

December 13, 2016 17:28 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MB

From a young age, Greg knew what he wanted to be when he grew up. One day he received an invitation for the opportunity of a lifetime, but the opportunity was not at all what he expected. Produced by: Britney Abrahams Photo by: @m__tina Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

Party through the Punches

December 08, 2016 16:03 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MB

Jasmine threw a party, yea she threw a party. People came over, yea she threw a party. This is story about when creating a safe space for yourself becomes a form of activism. Produced by: Britney Abrahams Music & Scoring by: @diracproductions Photo by: Martina Abrahams Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

An Uncomfortable, Comfortable Place

December 06, 2016 13:57 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

Jordannah's a musician, singer and writer. But after an important relationship ended, she fell into a dark place and stopped creating. Then one day at a party she picked up a guitar, played a song, and changed her life forever. Produced by: Britney Abrahams Music & Scoring by: @topshelfcuzo Photo by: @witty.media Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

Co-Pilot Journal

November 22, 2016 09:01 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Jamica agreed to help her BFF move cross-country... in an 22-foot truck. The move was so unpredictable and ridiculous that she kept a journal. Here's what it said. Produced by: Britney Abrahams Music & Scoring by: @topshelfcuzo Photo by: @micholiano Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

Before the Truce

November 16, 2016 14:28 - 10 minutes - 9.87 MB

In 1992, the Blood and Crip gangs in Los Angeles delcared a truce after over two decades of rivalry. This peace agreement became known as The True of Nine Deuce. When he was 5 years old Damon and his family were victims of a shooting that became a catalyst for the truce. He brings us through that life-changing day. Produced by: Britney Abrahams Music & Scoring: @diracproductions Photo by: @quinntonharris Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connec...

When Thunder Strikes

November 16, 2016 13:58 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

Zeus has traveled the world as an acrobatic slam dunker. But before he was getting standing ovations in basketball arenas, he was a kid in West Oakland hungry for some sense of power. One day het met the local legend that would change his life forever. Produced by: Britney Abrahams Music & Scoring by: @topshelfcuzo Photo by: @quinntonharris Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship

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