The Bakari Sellers Podcast

Congress of 2025 and the Gulf of America With Hans Nichols

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Axios political reporter Hans Nichols to discuss how Senator John Thune’s leadership as majority leader compares to Mitch McConnell's (10:07), how realistic Donald Trump’s imperialistic plans (like taking over Greenland) are (15:20), and the prospects of the budget reconciliation bill (22:10). Plus, a comparison of Representatives Hakeem Jeffries and Nancy Pelosi as minority leaders (23:07).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Hans Nichols

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Andre Powell and the Black-Owned Rideshare App, Goldsainte

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 23:32:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by entrepreneur and CEO of the rideshare company Goldsainte Andre Powell to discuss policymakers' effects on small businesses (6:06), the founding and creation of Goldsainte (7:11), and what differentiates the rideshare platform from others (11:05)

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Andre Powell

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by writer, historian, and professor David Greenberg to discuss his new book ’John Lewis: A Life’ (2:37), Lewis’s time as the chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (5:42), and the 1986 race against his friend, Julian Bond, for an open congressional seat in Georgia (10:30).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: David Greenberg

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Omniculturalism and the Aspen Institute With Désirée Jones-Smith

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by senior program manager of the Aspen Citizenship and American Identity Program, Désirée Jones-Smith, to give insight on the work the program does (3:51), the importance of omniculturalism (9:14), and its role in the future depending on the outcome of the 2024 election (13:32)

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Désirée Jones-Smith

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Higher Learning/Bakari Sellers Election Night Livestream

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0000

It's still way too early call...BUT...Bakari Sellers, Van Lathan, and Rachel Lindsay are here to help you process what's happening, as it's happening. We Live!

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W. Kamau Bell: 2024 Election and "Who’s Gonna Catch Your Kid?"

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by comedian, director, and Peabody Award-winning producer W. Kamau Bell to discuss his new political ad, "Who’s Gonna Catch Your Kid?" (:59), Black men’s support of Kamala Harris (3:48), and masculinity in the election cycle (8:54). Plus, some insight into his Showtime docuseries, 'We Need to Talk About Cosby’ (15:00).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: W. Kamau Bell

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Steele Dossier and ‘Unredacted’ With Christopher Steele

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by British former intelligence officer Christopher Steele to discuss his career with the Secret Intelligence Service (:56), his new book, ‘Unredacted,’ and the so-called Steele dossier (6:00). Plus, a reaction to some of the latest intelligence news in the U.S. and abroad (12:59).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Christopher Steele

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Mark Cuban on Kamala Harris, Cost Plus Drugs, and the Dallas Mavericks

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by businessman, TV personality, and part owner of the Dallas Mavericks Mark Cuban to discuss the arc of his career (1:04), his transition to pharmaceuticals with his new business Cost Plus Drugs (4:34), and the challenge of raising good kids as a billionaire (13:19). Plus, where he stands on the electoral races in Texas and Massachusetts (15:34), why he supports Kamala Harris for president (26:22), and quick takes on the NBA and WNBA (32:53).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Mark Cuban

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II and the Michigan Vote

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Lt. Governor of Michigan Garlin Gilchrist II to discuss early voting turnout in the state’s biggest city, Detroit (1:19), expectations from Black men as a voting bloc (9:59), and the electoral outlook for the rest of the state (17:45).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Abby Phillip and the Entertaining Exchange of Ideas

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by anchor and host of CNN NewsNight Abby Phillip to reflect on her experience hosting the show for the past year (2:58), Kamala Harris’ non-traditional media strategy (8:38), and Barack Obama’s comments towards Black male voters (13:01). Plus, a comparison of the media’s coverage of Trump’s gaffe’s and those of Biden (22:15).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Abby Phillip

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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April Verrett on Labor Unions and the 2024 Election

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by April Verrett, president of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), to discuss the idea of building a modern day labor movement (4:54), dealing with the movement's historical and present relationship with race (6:29), and the state of college athletics and the future of collective bargaining in student athletics (8:30). Plus, her decision to endorse Kamala Harris for president (10:12), and the republican ticket’s relationship with unions (11:48).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: April Verrett

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff Joins the Show

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by the Second Gentleman of the U.S. Doug Emhoff to discuss teaching law at Georgetown University while married to the Vice President (1:01), he and Kamala’s approach to starting a blended family (7:34), and his fight against anti-Semitism as the first Jewish principal in the White House (11:53). Plus, Emhoff gets into the role he envisions for himself as First Gentleman (14:26), and his outlook on the season according to his fantasy football team (18:21).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Doug Emhoff

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Democracy in Retrograde’ With Sami Sage

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 10:17:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by author and cofounder of Betches Media Sami Sage to discuss how she got the female led entertainment brand started when she was just 21 years old (3:11), and her new book ‘Democracy in Retrograde: How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and in Our Lives’ (12:15). Plus, the big and small changes she thinks will help save democracy (19:40).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Sami Sage

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Talking Senate Races With Stephen Neukam

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Axios congressional reporter Stephen Neukam to talk about the state of swing-state Senate races (2:18), before digging into the Maryland race between Larry Hogan and Angela Alsobrooks (11:15). They then discuss the prospect of having more Black senators than ever and the potential impact of that on the Senate (13:39).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Stephen Neukam

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Ari Berman and Protecting the Right to Vote

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari welcomes Mother Jones national voting rights correspondent Ari Berman to discuss protecting the vote in the face of new restrictions (3:22), whether proposed voting rights bills go far enough (10:11), and his most recent book ‘Minority Rule: The Right-Wing Attack on the Will of the People―and the Fight to Resist It’ (13:32)

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ari Berman

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Paola Ramos on ‘Defectors’ and Courting the Latinx Vote

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by journalist and author of ‘Defectors’ Paola Ramos to discuss working in the Obama administration and for the Clinton campaign in 2016 (1:01). Then, they break down the appeal some Latinx voters have for the MAGA movement (5:58) and who’ll get their future support in the event of a Trump loss (15:47).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Paola Ramos

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Entering the Electoral Homestretch With Tara Palmeri

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari and Tara Palmeri, Puck senior political correspondent and host of ‘Somebody’s Gotta Win,’ merge podcasts to discuss why both parties feel like they’re heading toward victory in November (1:43), undecided voters and whether or not they actually exist (20:28), what President Kamala Harris’s cabinet could look like (33:15), and predictions on what to expect after Election Day (36:50).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Tara Palmeri

Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Chris Sutton

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Journalism, Policy, and the 2024 Election With Molly Ball

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by senior political correspondent for The Wall Street Journal Molly Ball to discuss her take on the state of the presidential race (4:44), housing as a key issue in both campaigns (14:24), and the business world’s response to Kamala Harris’s economic plan (20:45).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Molly Ball

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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National Security, Domestic Policy, and the 2024 Election With Susan Rice

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice to discuss what made her agree to join the Domestic Policy Council (5:15), her thoughts on the 2024 election so far (8:16), and the impact of a chaotic administration (versus one that’s steady) on a foreign policy adviser (16:57).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Susan Rice

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Future of Maryland With Angela Alsobrooks

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Angela Alsobrooks, county executive of Prince George’s County and current candidate for the Senate, to discuss her relationship with Vice President Kamala Harris (2:46), why her Senate race appears to be so close (8:59), and the plan to get young Marylanders out to vote (17:12).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Angela Alsobrooks

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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A Pre-Debate Discussion With Astead Herndon

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 18:15:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Astead Herndon, national politics reporter for The New York Times, to talk the state of the race heading into the first debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump (:50) and what to look forward to in the weeks leading up to the election (14:18).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Astead Herndon

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Affordability and the Black Academic Agenda With Dr. J. Luke Wood

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 18:24:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by author and president of Sacramento State University Dr. J. Luke Wood to discuss the Black male academic agenda of a potential Kamala Harris administration (3:53), the balance of college affordability and investing in schools (10:51), and creating a Black honors college at his university (14:59).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dr. J. Luke Wood

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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U.S. Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 20:04:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Lisa Blunt Rochester, the U.S. representative for Delaware's at-large congressional district since 2017. Lisa is the first woman and first Black congressperson to represent Delaware. She talks about her upbringing and what motivated her to get into politics in the first place. Lisa also addresses Kamala Harris’s campaign and what she plans on doing for the state of Delaware.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Lisa Blunt Rochester

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Please Welcome the 'Native Land Pod'

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Thanks so much to our friends at the 'Native Land Pod' for letting us share this amazing episode to our podcast feed.

Bakari joins the 'Native Land Pod' alongside hosts Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross, and Andrew Gillum. This episode was recorded on night one of the Democratic National Convention and features incredible conversations with Senator Cory Booker, Representative Jamaal Bowman of New York, Representative Robin Kelly of Chicago, NAACP CEO Derrick Johnson, and so many more!

Host: Bakari Sellers, Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross, and Andrew Gillum.

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Jonathan Martin and Ellen Rucker Sellers Live From the DNC

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Bakari is back and live from Chicago, joined on day three by Politico's Jonathan Martin and Ellen Rucker Sellers.

Bakari and Jonathan recap the most memorable moments from night two, including the speeches from the Obamas and the performance by Lil Jon. They discuss the imperatives for Vice President Harris and the Democratic Party this week, as well as what Trump's counter-programming might look like. They close with a preview of night three, including speeches from Governor Tim Walz, former president Bill Clinton, and Mayor Pete Buttigieg.

Bakari is then joined by a very special guest—his wife, Ellen Rucker Sellers! They dive into the powerful speeches from the Obamas, the balance that Michelle Obama, Vice President Harris, and many other women strike as working mothers, the importance of reproductive rights as a core issue for the Democratic Party's platform, and more!

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jonathan Martin and Ellen Rucker Sellers

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Jasmine Wright Live From the DNC

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined on day two in Chicago by Jasmine Wright, politics reporter at NOTUS. They chat about the importance of Black female journalists covering Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign, the 60th anniversary of Freedom Summer, and the legacies of figures such as Jesse Jackson and Fannie Lou Hamer. They also recap the best speeches from night one, discuss the political future of rising stars in the Democratic Party like Senator Raphael Warnock and Representative Jasmine Crockett, and explain what they're most looking forward to in the week ahead.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jasmine Wright

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Alex Thompson Live From the DNC

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 20:08:00 -0000

Bakari is live from Chicago for the 2024 Democratic National Convention! He's joined by Alex Thompson of Axios and CNN to recap night one. They talk about how the vibes are different from the RNC last month, the biggest wins for Democrats in terms of messaging and speeches, President Biden's address, and what they're most looking forward to from night two, including speeches from former president Obama and first lady Michelle Obama.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Alex Thompson

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Nicole Auerbach on House v. NCAA

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Nicole talks about her rise in the sports media industry and how she rose from the ranks as an intern at the Boston Globe to the lead college football and college basketball insider at NBC Sports. She also discusses House v. NCAA class-action lawsuit, and the terms of a multi-billion-dollar settlement that stands to reshape college sports, including $2.75 billion in back-pay damages the NCAA will owe to former Division I athletes, as well as a future revenue sharing model between power-conference schools and athletes.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Nicole Auerbach

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Antidemocratic’ With David Daley

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by the author of the new book ‘Antidemocratic,’ David Daley, to discuss what got him into becoming a voting rights activist, what his new book is about, how it differs from his previous two (11:30), and much more.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: David Daley

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Rise of Tim Walz With Torey Van Oot

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by reporter and coauthor of the Axios Twin Cities newsletter Torey Van Oot. They start with discussing the growth of the Axios newsletter. Then Torey takes us through Governor Tim Walz’s rise from a teacher and football coach to potential vice president (4:30). They also discuss what to expect from Walz moving forward (18:10).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Torey Van Oot

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by the 73rd governor of Massachussets Maura Healey. Gov Healey discusses her career arc from growing up in a small town in New Hampshire, attending Harvard, and playing pro basketball in Europe. She also discusses the development of Massachusetts as one of the oldest states to becoming a place for the advancement of technology. Healey also served with Vice President Kamala Harris. What should Kamala’s approach be towards Donald Trump?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Gov. Maura Healey

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Shaping the First Amendment and How Kamala Harris Should Speak to Black Men With Uncle Luke

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Luther Roderick Campbell, a.k.a. Uncle Luke. They talk about his lasting legacy from 2 Live Crew, how Kamala Harris should talk to Black men (12:37), what can be done in Florida, and more.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Luther Roderick Campbell

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Trump in Exile’ With Meridith McGraw

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Politico’s Meridith McGraw to discuss her upcoming book, ‘Trump in Exile.’ The book examines Donald Trump post-presidency, the January 6 Capitol attack, and what was to follow after his return to Mar-a-lago. Plus, there's talk of how Trump has regained the Republican Party following political banishment. She later discusses the Republican Party’s strategy now that Kamala Harris is running and not Joe Biden.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Meridith McGraw

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Who Will Be Kamala Harris’s Running Mate?

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 18:57:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by CNN political analyst, two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, and senior editor at The Atlantic Ron Brownstein. Brownstein examines the many factors that will go into Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign with just about four months to go until election day. Who will be the VP’s running mate? How will Trump and the Republican Party try to counter Harris running instead of Joe Biden? What are Harris’s chances of winning the election?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ron Brownstein

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Adrianne Shropshire on BlackPAC

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Adrianne Shropshire is executive director of BlackPAC and the affiliated nonpartisan Black Progressive Action Coalition. She is a leader in developing model integrated voter engagement programs that build voter power over multiple election cycles. She discusses her career arc from beginning as a community organizer in South Los Angeles during the 1992 riots. Adrianne also dives into what Vice President Kamala Harris could be facing from the right wing.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Adrianne Shropshire

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Zak Cheney-Rice’s Reporting on Race and Politics in the South

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by New York magazine features writer Zak Cheney-Rice to discuss his most recent piece, “Black People Are Not Going to Save Joe Biden.” They also talk about Mark Robinson's rise in the Republican Party, Cop City in Atlanta, and more (8:46).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Zak Cheney-Rice

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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David Weigel on the Biggest Stories From the Republican National Convention

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:34:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Semafor’s David Weigel, who is in Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention. They start with the reports that Barack Obama is pushing Joe Biden to reconsider his 2024 presidential bid. Then they discuss other story lines from the RNC, including what to expect from Donald Trump, JD Vance, and much more (7:13).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: David Weigel

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Redeeming Justice With Jarrett Adams

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by attorney Jarrett Adams, who was once falsely accused of a crime, wrongfully convicted, and served 10 years of a 28-year sentence. Jarrett talks about what happened after a night out with friends led to them ending up in prison. He lays out the steps of how he became a civil rights attorney, and how he plans on fixing mass incarceration for Black people.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jarrett Adams

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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'Black History, for Real' With Franchesca Ramsey and Conscious Lee

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 21:46:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Franchesca Ramsey and Conscious Lee, the hosts of the 'Black History, for Real' podcast. Franchesca and Conscious discuss their origins and how they ended up starting the podcast. The foundation of their podcast is to have Black history be explained in an accurate and non-sanitized way. They also discuss some of the historical events that they have covered, such as Black Wall Street, and other ones that they would like to cover in the future.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Franchesca Ramsey and Conscious Lee

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Shaniqua McClendon on Political Media and Voting

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 17:10:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Shaniqua McClendon, who is the vice president of politics for Crooked Media. She discusses her career arc, from interning at the White House to what she’s doing now with Crooked Media. Shaniqua discusses Vote Save America’s strategy for this upcoming election. She also discusses its strategy for Arab, Black male, and white women voters. Is there any chance that Joe Biden will step down and someone else will run for the Democrats? How accurate are the varying results from so many different polls?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Shaniqua McClendon

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Ceasefire Proposal in Gaza, Muslim and Arab American Voting, and the Impact of Protests With Akbar Shahid Ahmed

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 18:17:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by senior diplomatic correspondent for HuffPost Akbar Shahid Ahmed. They start by discussing his career journey to the point where he is now. Then they discuss the ceasefire proposal between Gaza and Israel (6:08), what impact the protests have played in a push for a ceasefire (12:54), what 2025 looks like if Trump is elected (15:24), what to expect from Muslim and Arab American voters (18:00), and more.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Akbar Shahid Ahmed

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Postdebate Special With Alex Thompson

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 15:54:00 -0000

Alex Thompson from Axios joined Bakari to discuss Thursday’s presidential debate. What went right and what went wrong for both candidates? How many lies did Trump riffle through during the debate? What do both Bakari and Alex make of President Joe Biden’s rather pale appearance? Did the American people get anything out of the debate?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Alex Thompson

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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A Conversation With Vice President Kamala Harris

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Bakari and Michael Ealy moderate an event with Vice President Kamala Harris in Charlotte, North Carolina, on June 12 as part of the vice president's nationwide Economic Opportunity Tour. Audio courtesy of the White House.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Vice President Kamala Harris

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Uncovering Family History With Lee Hawkins

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 18:25:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by journalist, musician, and author Lee Hawkins. Hawkins has a book that’s set to be released in 2025 titled 'I Am Nobody's Slave: How Uncovering My Family's History Set Me Free,' which examines what his family went through after enslavement. Tune in to Hawkins’s podcast, 'What Happened in Alabama?,' which serves as a precursor to the book.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Lee Hawkins

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Reproductive Rights with Nourbese Flint

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Bakaris is joined by Nourbese Flint who is an advocate for Black women's reproductive rights. Nourbese also discusses her career work in providing racial justice as well. Nourbese is President of All* Above All and All* Above All Action Fund, leading All* Above All’s work to achieve abortion justice and build the political power of voters of color. She speaks on the group's mission how they are trying to align their progressive mission forward for abortion access and justice for all. Has the Biden-Harris campaign been outfront on abortion access?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Nourbese Flint

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Black Country Music With Alice Randall

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 18:46:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Alice Randall, an American author, songwriter, producer, and lecturer. Alice discusses her life being born in Motown Detroit, graduating Harvard University, and being the first African-American woman to write a number-one country hit. She also speaks about Black country music being on the rise and taken to new heights with Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ album, and being introduced to new artists like Shaboozey. Plus, is Taylor Swift a country artist?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Alice Randall

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:31:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by the creator of HIT strategies Terrance Woodbury. HIT strategies is a public analysis and data firm that partners with candidates and organizations that share the mission of empowering underrepresented communities . What are black voters telling us about the election and are the campaigns listening (02:15)? Bakari and Terrance also discuss if there’s a black Trump vote (07:33). Which third party candidate causes the most consternation (12:11)?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Terrance Woodbury

Producer: Clifford Augustin

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Craig Gilbert on Wisconsin Politics

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Craig Gilbert, a prominently known political journalist who recently retired from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Craig discusses how his career got started and where he’s at now (01:52). Is the polling in Wisconsin accurate (03:48)? What are Black voters concerned about in Wisconsin (08:03)? What kinds of resources are being put in by both parties to campaign in Wisconsin (17:52)?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Craig Gilbert

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Don Winslow’s Stellar Writing Career

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by author Don Winslow, who is best known for his crime novels. Winslow talks about why he uses his voice in politics, specifically against Donald Trump (06:26). He also discusses his newest book, 'City in Ruins' (08:14). Winslow also goes in-depth about the parallels between his book 'Savages' and the movie, which was directed by Oliver Stone (15:08).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Don Winslow

Producer: Clifford Augustin

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Kent Babb Discusses “The Kim Mulkey Way”

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Kent Babb of The Washington Post to talk about his piece on LSU women’s basketball head coach Kim Mulkey. Kent speaks on Mulkey’s press conference addressing his article about her before it was released (06:10). What is Mulkey’s relationship with arguably her best player ever, Brittney Griner (11:20)? How is she viewed among her coaching peers (17:21)?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Kent Babb

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Taking a Look at All Things North Carolina Politics With Danielle Battaglia

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Danielle Battaglia, Capitol Hill correspondent for The News & Observer and The Charlotte Observer, to discuss everything going on with North Carolina politics. They discuss whether North Carolina is a swing state, the gubernatorial race, the history of North Carolina politics, and much more (2:35).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Danielle Battaglia

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Nevada Politics With Jessica Hill

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Jessica Hill of the Las Vegas Review-Journal joins Bakari Sellers to discuss one of the biggest battleground states, Nevada. Why is Nevada such a swing state (04:20)? They also discuss Jacky Rosen and Sam Brown’s tightly contested Senate race (12:06) and the important issues for Black voters in Nevada (15:30).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jessica Hill

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Evan Turner's NCAA Tournament Predictions, and Life After Basketball

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by former college basketball national player of the year and the no. 2 pick in the 2010 NBA draft, Evan Turner. Bakari and Evan discuss his transition from player, to coach, to entrepreneur (02:06). Then, they talk about the changes in college athletics, including NIL and the transfer portal (09:54). Plus, Evan’s Final Four predictions on both the men's and women's side (16:33).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Evan Turner

Producer: Clifford Augustin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Greg Bluestein on Fani Willis and Biden and Trump’s Early Outlook in Georgia

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Atlanta Journal-Constitution political reporter Greg Bluestein. They start by talking about what District Attorney Fani Willis’s disqualification means for Donald Trump’s case against the state of Georgia. Then, they talk about how Trump and Joe Biden plan to campaign in Georgia (6:40).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Greg Bluestein

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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William Stanford Davis on ‘Abbott Elementary’ and Being a “Late Bloomer”

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 20:53:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by ‘Abbott Elementary’ star William Stanford Davis to discuss getting into acting, auditioning for ‘Friends,’ what it means to be a late bloomer (4:33), and what it’s like to work on ‘Abbott Elementary’ (5:50).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: William Stanford Davis

Producer: Isaiah Blakely

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Reporting on MOVE With Lyra Monteiro

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Finding Ceremony’s Lyra Monteiro to discuss her career, her reporting on the MOVE bombing, and the Morton Cranial Collection.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Lyra Monteiro

Producer: Stefan Anderson

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Alex Stapleton on ‘God Save Texas’ and Documentary Filmmaking

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by filmmaker Alex Stapleton to discuss her recent directorial effort in the documentary series ‘God Save Texas,’ why she’s drawn to documentaries and this project (02:44), what makes Texas so unique (12:31), and the impact the oil industry has had in the Houston community (15:47).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Alex Stapleton

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Finding Humor in Today’s Politics With 'The Good Liars'

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Jason Selvig and Davram Stiefler, the political comedy duo behind “The Good Liars,” to discuss their start stemming from the Occupy Wall Street movement (00:44), how they find humor during a dark time of American politics (05:11), and what they’ve learned from interviewing both Republican and Democratic voters (07:56).

Hosts: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Jason Selvig and Davram Stiefler

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Elon Musk and the ‘Battle for the Bird’ With Kurt Wagner

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist and author Kurt Wagner to discuss his new book ‘Battle for the Bird’ and Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover (2:41). Plus, what regulation on the current program looks like (11:20), and Washington’s response to the circumstances around the acquisition (16:58).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Kurt Wagner

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Humanizing Martin and Malcolm With Dr. Peniel Joseph

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by professor and author Dr. Peniel Joseph to discuss discovering Black studies while growing up in Queens, New York (2:23), as well as his personal connection to Haiti (4:18). They then dive into the NatGeo series ‘Genius: MLK/X,’ based off of his book ‘The Sword and the Shield’ (10:38).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dr. Peniel Joseph

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Black Media and ‘American Negra’ With Natasha Alford

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist Natasha Alford to discuss her new book, ‘American Negra’; growing up as an Afro-Latina (2:37); and how the writing process helped heal broken relationships (6:36). Plus, the importance of Black media in the past, present, and future (10:56).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Natasha Alford

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Alisha Gordon and the Voting Power of Single Black Mothers

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 11:18:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by founder and executive director of The Current Project Alisha Gordon to discuss the organization’s investment in single Black mothers (5:05), and their impact as a voting demographic (7:48).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Alisha Gordon

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Tamron Hall and the Playbook of Longevity

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist, host and author Tamron Hall to discuss her ability to maintain a successful and evolving career (5:12), before digging into her latest novel ‘Watch Where They Hide’ (9:16), and the creative process behind bringing the character Jordan Manning to life in the crime series (14:48).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Tamron Hall

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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'The Weeds’: Jonquilyn Hill on Black Women and Policy

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 12:12:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Jonquilyn Hill, host of Vox’s policy podcast ‘The Weeds’ to discuss the show’s special series on Black women (4:23), before reacting to the Fani Willis hearings (14:49), and giving a peak at what to expect next from the podcast (21:10).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jonquilyn Hill

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Dulcé Sloan and the Lie of Overnight Success

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by comedian and author Dulcé Sloan to discuss discovering her calling in comedy (1:26), her book, ‘Hello, Friends!,’ and why it’s not a memoir (8:07). Plus, her words of advice on dating and the concept of destiny (14:47).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dulcé Sloan

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Russia, Ukraine and the Showman with Simon Shuster

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:49:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by staff writer for Time Magazine Simon Shuster to discuss Russia’s invasion of Ukraine (2:40), Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s path from comedian to president (6:09), and what American politicians could learn from the Ukrainian leader (15:27).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Simon Shuster

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum’ With Antonia Hylton

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist, podcaster, and NBC correspondent Antonia Hylton to discuss the history of Crownsville Hospital in her book, ‘Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum’ (4:25), and the impact the institution had on the surrounding Black community (15:24).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Antonia Hylton

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Why Does Everything Have to Be About Race?’ With Keith Boykin

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by producer, political commentator, and author Keith Boykin to discuss his career as a writer (1:09) and his new book, ‘Why Does Everything Have to Be About Race?’ (18:30) Plus, a look at politicians' answers to the question of whether America is a racist country (25:36).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Keith Boykin

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Kai Wright and ‘Blindspot: The Plague in the Shadows’

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist and activist Kai Wright to discuss hosting WNYC’s ‘Notes From America’ (1:00), telling stories from the early days of the AIDS epidemic with the podcast ‘Blindspot: The Plague in the Shadows’ (4:33), and the current state of the crisis (17:19).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Kai Wright

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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WNBA, NIL, and Final Four Predictions With Arielle Chambers

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 13:16:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by multimedia journalist Arielle Chambers to discuss founding Bleacher Report’s women’s platform, HighlightHER (4:58), check in on the WNBA offseason (6:47), and talk about how NIL and the transfer portal has impacted women’s sports (10:44). Plus, WBB Final Four predictions (21:29) and addressing the coverage gap for women’s sports (24:14).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Arielle Chambers

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Crystal Smith Paul and ‘Did You Hear About Kitty Kar?’

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 15:21:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by editor and author Crystal Smith Paul to discuss the book that changed her view of writing (4:43), and her latest, ‘Did You Hear About Kitty Kar?’ (6:04).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Crystal Smith Paul

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 20:43:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by writer Rumaan Alam to unpack his 2020 novel ‘Leave the World Behind’ (4:35), and the process of adapting it for the screen with director Sam Ismail (11:43).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Rumaan Alam

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

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Military and Foreign Policy With Rep. Mikie Sherrill

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 19:47:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill to discuss her journey from the armed forces to Congress (1:22), potential solutions for the war in Gaza (12:52), and the impact Senator Tommy Tuberville has had on the U.S. military (19:05).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Mikie Sherrill

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Steve Inskeep on Lessons From Lincoln and ‘Differ We Must’

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author and journalist Steve Inskeep to discuss his new book, ‘Differ We Must: How Lincoln Succeeded in a Divided America’ (8:46); compare responses to 19th-century demographic changes to today (11:57); and talk about the lessons the Biden administration could learn from the Lincoln presidency (15:40).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Steve Inskeep

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘South to Black Power’ With Charles Blow

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:01:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist, commentator and op-ed columnist for the New York Times to discuss the reverse migration of Black Americans to the South (:53), defining the American South (10:31), and the new documentary film ‘South to Black Power’ (13:24).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Charles Blow

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Gelila Bekele and Telling Tyler Perry’s Story

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by director Gelila Bekele to discuss her journey from modeling to filmmaking (1:10), and her new documentary chronicling the life of Tyler Perry, ‘Maxine’s Baby’ (6:49).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Gelila Bekela

Producer: Donnie Becham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Terace Garnier and ‘No Longer Silent’

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Miss International World 2023 and author Terace Garnier to discuss her memoir, ‘No Longer Silent’ (4:13), in which she writes about overcoming trauma and combating assault in the U.S. military (6:19).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Terace Garnier

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Life, Boxing, and ‘Killing the Image’ With Andre Ward

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 12:22:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former boxing champion and author Andre Ward to discuss his memoir ‘Killing the Image: A Champion’s Journey of Faith, Fighting, and Forgiveness’ (5:14), the origin of his nickname S.O.G., “Son of God” (11:05), and overcoming the pitfalls of substance abuse (12:56). Plus, a look at the current landscape of boxing (16:40).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Andre Ward

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Doug Melville and America’s ‘Invisible Generals’

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 22:09:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author, Doug Melville to discuss his book about his family, and America’s first Black generals, ‘Invisible Generals’ (2:38), telling stories of the U.S.’s Black veterans (8:21) and the process of putting his family’s story on paper (15:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Doug Melville

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Philip Lewis on Uplifting Stories and Growing Up in Detroit

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Philip Lewis, senior editor at HuffPost, to discuss reporting for a legacy digital outlet (3:21), how growing up in Detroit shaped his perspective (6:44), and takeaways from the 2023 elections (8:55).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Philip Lewis

Senior Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Explaining the News With Peter Kafka

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 17:33:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by senior correspondent at Vox Media to discuss the platform’s method of covering the news (2:52), his reporting on the site formerly known as Twitter, and the podcast ‘Land of the Giants’ (6:05). Plus, the evolution of billionaires (18:55).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Peter Kafka

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Lodriguez Murray and Investment in HBCUs

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Government Affairs at UNCF Lodriguez Murray to discuss the issues facing private HBCUs (7:01), federal funding and enrollment growth at schools (11:18), and the tough but rewarding work done by UNCF (21:17).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Lodriguez Murray

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Redistricting and the Black Vote With Brandon Tensley

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Brandon Tensley, national politics reporter at Capital B News, to discuss the South Carolina voting map Supreme Court case (7:04), state-by-state predictions of similar rulings (14:10), and whether these cases could help tip power in the House of Representatives (21:47).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Brandon Tensley

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Axios and the State of Media With Sara Fischer

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by senior media reporter at Axios Sara Fischer to discuss what makes Axios different from other outlets (1:27), the state of Fox News since Tucker Carlson’s departure (5:48), and the SAG and WGA strikes (8:16). Plus, a look at media coverage of the Biden administration (16:17).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Sara Fischer

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Malcolm Jenkins and ‘What Winners Won’t Tell You’

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former NFL All-Pro and author Malcolm Jenkins to talk about the latest generation of defensive backs in the NFL (3:38), his new memoir, ‘What Winners Won’t Tell You’ and the challenges of fatherhood (7:08). Plus, a look back at the impact of protesting in the NFL (15:46).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Malcolm Jenkins

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Marriage and Parenthood With Jada Pinkett Smith

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 19:16:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actress, host, and author Jada Pinkett Smith to discuss her new memoir, ‘Worthy’ (:56), growing up in Baltimore (10:03), and correcting the record on what people get wrong about her (14:32). Plus, advice on navigating marriage and parenthood in the public eye (16:35).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jada Pinkett Smith

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Discussing ‘First, Best’ With Mayor Steven L. Reed

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:16:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by the first Black mayor of Montgomery, Alabama, Steven L. Reed, to discuss his early days at Morehouse College (:40) and his new memoir, ‘First, Best: Lessons in Leadership and Legacy From Today’s Civil Rights Movement’ (7:35).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Mayor Steven L. Reed

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Every Shot Counts’ With Carlos Boozer

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by analyst and two-time NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer to discuss his new book ‘Every Shot Counts: A Memoir of Resilience’ (3:40). Plus, digging into the NBA’s most underrated (12:10), Kobe and LeBron as teammates (14:34) and the state of college basketball as a father of blue-chip recruits (19:36).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Carlos Boozer

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Prostate Cancer Awareness, Plus Talkin’ Sports With Brian Custer

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 11:44:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by sports commentator Brian Custer to discuss healthy living and his battle with prostate cancer (3:23), before talking the impact of the latest massive NBA trades (11:14), surprising NFL teams at the quarter-season mark (21:40), and the Heisman trophy race (27:28).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Brian Custer

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Kevin McCarthy Ousted and What’s Next With Jonathan Martin

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 14:51:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers and political journalist Jonathan Martin react to the ouster of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House (:52), the potential future of Representative Matt Gaetz (8:37), and the impact the congressional turmoil could have on the 2024 election (13:26).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jonathan Martin

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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'Black AF History’ With Michael Harriot

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 20:50:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by political commentator and writer Michael Harriot to discuss his new book, ‘Black AF History: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America’ (:51), James Brown’s importance to all forms of music (8:29), and the prospect of his book getting banned (11:22).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Michael Harriott

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Clarence, College Admissions, and Court Expansion With Elie Mystal

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:08:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by writer and political commentator Elie Mystal to discuss the impact of the Supreme Court’s affirmative action ruling (:56), the ethical disaster that is Justice Clarence Thomas (11:20), and the diverse judicial appointments of the Biden administration (18:21). Plus, the historical timeline of the court’s expansion through the years (23:49).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Elie Mystal

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Ethics and the Supreme Court With Dawn Porter

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:41:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by documentarian Dawn Porter to discuss her path from litigator to filmmaker (:51), her latest docuseries ‘Deadlocked: How America Shaped the Supreme Court’ (4:37), and calling out the hypocrisy of Justice Clarence Thomas (9:43).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dawn Porter

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Telling the Story of Captain Robert Smalls With Michael B. Moore and Rob Edwards

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by screenwriter Rob Edwards and congressional candidate Michael B. Moore to discuss their graphic novel ‘Defiant: the Robert Smalls Story’ (7:41), and Edwards compares the pressure to that of writing ‘The Princess and the Frog’ in 2009 (10:26). Plus, Moore, a descendant of Smalls, talks about sharing his great-great grandfather’s story with early learners (18:17).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Rob Edwards and Michael B. Moore

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Cedric the Entertainer and His Debut Novel, ‘Flipping Boxcars’

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 18:55:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by comedy legend Cedric the Entertainer to dig into his debut novel, ‘Flipping Boxcars,’ and the inspiration behind the story (4:05). Plus, they discuss his new series, ‘Kings of BBQ,’ and the celebration of all things grilled (13:46).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Cedric the Entertainer

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Kelly Burton and the Decade of Black Innovation

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 18:17:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Kelly Burton, an author, entrepreneur, and founder of the Black Innovation Alliance, to discuss closing the racial wealth gap (2:55), break down the art of investing (6:45), and react to the discrimination lawsuit faced by Fearless Fund (11:45).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Kelly Burton

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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RICO in Georgia and the Politics of Atlanta’s "Cop City" With George Chidi

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist George Chidi to talk Georgia’s RICO prosecution of Trump and YSL (4:10), the potential political future of Fulton County district attorney Fani Willis (10:40), and the politics around Atlanta’s Public Safety Training Center, known as "Cop City" (17:52).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: George Chidi

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Jonathan Conyers and ‘I Wasn’t Supposed to Be Here’

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author, professional speaker, and cofounder of the Brooklyn Debate League Jonathan Conyers to discuss working with ’Humans of New York’ (3:08), his memoir ‘I Wasn’t Supposed to Be Here: Finding My Voice, Finding My People, Finding My Way’ (5:28), and the ways in which being a father have shaped and changed his life (13:54).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jonathan Conyers

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Gun Violence and 'Revisionist History’ With Malcolm Gladwell

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 18:39:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist, author, and podcaster Malcolm Gladwell to discuss the eighth season of ‘Revisionist History’ and gun violence in the U.S. (2:11), and what can be done to fix the many gun-related problems in the country (18:37). Plus, they discuss the differences in how other countries handle the issue (21:42).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Malcolm Gladwell

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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HBCU Football With Tiffany Greene

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by ESPN’s Tiffany Greene to discuss her journey and her advice for upcoming journalists. Then, they break down SWAC football minus Deion Sanders, NCCU’s dominance, and the future for the MEAC.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Tiffany Greene

Associate Producer: Stefan Anderson

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Talking Documentary Filmmaking and ‘Underrated’ With Pete Nicks

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by director, producer, and writer Pete Nicks to discuss his journey from Howard University to documentary filmmaking (:47) before discussing his new film, 'Stephen Curry: Underrated' (9:36), and the role that Black fatherhood plays in the film and in Curry’s life (17:47).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Pete Nicks

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Jeezy: A Career in Hip-Hop and ‘Adversity for Sale’

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:33:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined legendary rapper and author Jeezy to discuss the making of ‘Trap or Die’ (:56), the new book ‘Adversity for Sale’ and his childhood growing up in Georgia (6:55), and maintaining longevity in the music industry (19:34).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jeezy

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Podcasting and Country Music’s Race Problem With Sam Sanders

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by podcaster and journalist Sam Sanders to discuss his journey from growing up with a stutter to hosting national radio shows (4:45), and whether or not there are too many podcasts out there (17:56). Plus, a discussion of country music’s race problem, inspired by a recent episode of his podcast ‘Into It’ (22:17).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Sam Sanders

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Covering Criminal Justice With Akela Lacy

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 17:20:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Akela Lacy, reporter at The Intercept, to discuss the world of reform-oriented district attorneys (2:32), Florida governor Ron DeSantis and his role in influencing the state’s supreme court (8:34), and the state of federal immigration policy under the Biden administration (13:33).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Akela Lacy

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Heidi Przybyla and the Political Ecosystem of Billionaires

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Politico national investigative correspondent Heidi Przybyla to discuss her reporting on Leonard Leo and the corporate influence on the Supreme Court (5:01), the Democratic response to the “ecosystem of billionaires” (12:55), and Donald Trump’s political prospects post-indictment (14:32).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Heidi Przybyla

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Miles Taylor and the Resistance to Trumpism

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 18:03:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former national security official and author Miles Taylor to discuss seeing fellow conservatives bend to Donald Trump’s will (2:53), being labeled a ‘whistleblower’ following his NYT anonymous op-ed from inside the Trump White House (7:08), and his new book ‘Blowback’ and saving the nation from a second dose of Trump (15:00).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Miles Taylor

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Writers and Actors Strike With Roy Wood Jr.

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 12:33:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by stand-up comedian and actor Roy Wood Jr. to break down the differences and similarities between the WGA and SAG strikes (2:35), the state of sitcoms and late night TV once the strikes eventually end (14:12), and the perseverance of comedy during the shutdown (22:43).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Roy Wood Jr.

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Abha Khanna and the Protection of Democracy

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 14:20:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by partner at the Elias Law Group Abha Khanna to discuss the work the group does to protect democracy (4:39), Black Democratic legislators working with Republicans in redistricting efforts (17:49), and the litigation of election denial claims (20:26).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Abha Khanna

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Rep. Ro Khanna on SCOTUS and Retaking the House in 2024

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 14:15:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by congressman Ro Khanna of California to react to some of the recent Supreme Court decisions (3:43), how the affirmative action ruling affects Californians (11:29), and the prospect of Democrats retaking the House majority in 2024 (15:41).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Rep. Ro Khanna

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Sam Pollard on the Rise and Fall of the Negro Leagues

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 18:22:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by filmmaker Sam Pollard to discuss the appeal of documentary films (3:13), his new doc 'The League' (6:37), and the ways that Jackie Robinson’s integration into the MLB spelled the end of the Negro Leagues (18:06).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Sam Pollard

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Maya King and the Non-White Republicans in the Race for President

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by New York Times politics reporter Maya King to discuss the Biden administration’s messaging to Black voters (3:11), Nikki Haley and Tim Scott’s prospects in the GOP primary field (10:40), and the present and future prospects of reparations (19:09).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Maya King

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Ibert Schultz and the Impact of Overturning Affirmative Action

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 17:07:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by executive director of Black College Success, Ibert Schultz to discuss the need for such programs (4:55), the impact of the SCOTUS’s ruling on affirmative action (7:39), and how HBCUs could be affected by the decision (13:22).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ibert Schultz

Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Joel Anderson and ‘Slow Burn: Becoming Justice Thomas’

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Joel Anderson, a Slate writer and the host of the ‘Slow Burn: Becoming Justice Thomas’ podcast, to discuss his start in journalism (00:29) and the impact of fewer local newspapers (03:44), before delving into why Joel wanted to focus on Thomas, how he became a conservative, and his relationship with his family (06:56).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Joel Anderson

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Danielle R. Holley on the Supreme Court and the Future of Affirmative Action

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by the dean of Howard University School of Law, Danielle R. Holley, to discuss the Supreme Court’s recent rulings regarding Alabama’s congressional maps and the Native American adoption law (01:39) and the expected reversal of affirmative action by the court (04:34). They then talk about what to expect from the court in regard to issues such as student loan debt and about Danielle’s appointment to be the next president of Mount Holyoke College (16:09).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Danielle R. Holley

Producer: Eduardo Ocampo

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Benjamin Watson and ‘Roe, Race, and a Pro-Life Commitment to Justice’

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former NFL tight end and VP of strategic relationships with Human Coalition to discuss his pro-life activism (4:02), his new book ‘The New Fight for Life: Roe, Race, and a Pro-Life Commitment to Justice’ (6:09), and the path forward for pro-life organizations in a post-Roe v. Wade country (18:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Benjamin Watson

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘An Amerikan Family’ With Santi Elijah Holley

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 18:21:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author Santi Elijah Holley to discuss his new book ‘An Amerikan Family: the Shakurs and the Nation They Created’ (2:26), ways in which the Harlem Black Panthers filled a void following Malcolm X’s assassination (8:56), and reframing Tupac Shakur in the context of such an influential family (16:17).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Santi Elijah Holley

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Matt Katz and the Biggest Anti-Trumper in the GOP Race

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 17:29:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by WNYC journalist and author Matt Katz to discuss Chris Christie’s appeal as a Trump alternative to the GOP (5:57), the former governor’s relationship with the former president (14:08), and Christie’s potential policy priorities (19:46).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Matt Katz

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘For the Culture’ With Marcus Collins

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by CSO at Wieden+Kennedy New York and professor at the University of Michigan Marcus Collins to discuss working digital strategy for Beyoncé (:57), the art of cultural translation (6:26), and his new book, “For the Culture” (13:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Marcus Collins

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Celebrating Black Music With Justin Richmond

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 18:03:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by producer and cohost of the music podcast ‘Broken Record’ Justin Richmond to discuss connecting with Rick Rubin and Malcolm Gladwell (6:01), celebrating Black Music History Month all year long (10:28), and his new business podcast, ‘Started From the Bottom’ (11:56).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Justin Richmond

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Errin Haines on The 19th* and the 2024 Election

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 19:20:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Errin Haines, journalist and editor at large for The 19th*, to discuss the pending end of affirmative action (2:45), the hypocrisy around ethics and Justice Clarence Thomas (9:56), and the media’s focus on small-town, white voters leading up to elections (12:53).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Errin Haines

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Donovan X. Ramsey and When Crack Was King’

Mon, 29 May 2023 17:39:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist and author Donovan X. Ramsey to discuss his new book ‘When Crack Was King’ (4:46), the true history of the crack era and the role of the CIA (12:38), and the impact of the war on drugs on the Black community (20:26).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Donovan X. Ramsey

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Marcus Spears on Ja Morant, Locker Room Culture, and the State of Football

Thu, 25 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former NFL defensive end and ESPN analyst Marcus Spears to discuss Ja Morant and cultural influence (2:41), the 2023 NFL offseason (9:35), and the outlook of the upcoming college football season (15:03).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Marcus Spears

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Launch of Tim Scott’s Presidential Bid With Caitlin Byrd

Mon, 22 May 2023 21:30:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Caitlin Byrd, senior politics reporter at The Post and Courier in Charleston, South Carolina, to discuss Senator Tim Scott’s presidential announcement (2:46), what distinguishes the senator from the rest of the field (7:52), and his chances of attracting Black voters to the Republican Party (10:25).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Caitlin Byrd

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Kara Swisher on Diversity in Tech and the Gerontocracy of U.S. Politics

Thu, 18 May 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist Kara Swisher to discuss the evolution of covering the tech business since the early days of the internet (2:15), the positives of artificial intelligence (6:37), and the prospect of a 2024 election with two elderly candidates (14:25). Plus the evolution of Elon Musk (16:32).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Kara Swisher

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The State of the Economy and Banking With Dion Rabouin

Mon, 15 May 2023 17:51:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Wall Street Journal reporter Dion Rabouin to discuss his journey from entertainment to finance news (:58), ways in which the crypto crash impacted Black people (7:50), and how Black-owned banks have fared amid the widespread failures of larger banks (22:12).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dion Rabouin

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Life Beyond Likes and the Importance of Real-World Friendships with Isa Watson

Thu, 11 May 2023 17:33:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author and founder and CEO of Squad Isa Watson to discuss the burgeoning social media platform (2:38) and her new book ‘Life Beyond Likes’ (5:35), plus advice for parents raising kids in the age of social media (14:03).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Isa Watson

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Molly Jong-Fast on Dianne Feinstein and Joe Biden’s 2024 Campaign

Tue, 09 May 2023 18:35:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by writer, journalist, and podcaster Molly Jong-Fast to discuss Senator Diane Feinstein and calls for her to resign amid health concerns (4:48). Then they talk about expectations for President Joe Biden’s upcoming campaign (12:13) and the unfair criticisms of VP Kamala Harris (15:32).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Molly Jong-Fast

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Discussing ‘Growing Up Mixed’ With W. Kamau Bell

Thu, 04 May 2023 12:51:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by comedian W. Kamau Bell to react to Roy Wood Jr.’s set at the White House Correspondents' dinner (2:36), and discuss his new HBO documentary, ‘1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed’ (6:48). Plus, discussing the importance of representation on TV (16:30).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: W. Kamau Bell

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Panama Jackson’s ‘True-ish Black Stories’ and Talking Freaknik

Mon, 01 May 2023 10:02:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by writer and podcaster Panama Jackson to discuss his ‘Dear Culture’ podcast series ‘True-ish Black Stories’ (5:21), Deion Sanders and the "savior complex" (14:22), and the conversation surrounding the upcoming documentary about Freaknik (16:14).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Panama Jackson

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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NBA Legend Spencer Haywood on Today’s Stars and Life After Basketball

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by NBA Hall of Famer Spencer Haywood to discuss the 1971 Supreme Court decision on NBA draft eligibility (4:15), his and former Lakers’ opinions on the HBO show ‘Winning Time’ (11:47), and competing with and beating the greats of the 1980s (18:45).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Spencer Haywood

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Joyce Vance on the Abortion Pill Ruling and Donald Trump’s Legal Troubles

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by law professor and NBC legal analyst Joyce Vance to discuss the abortion pill ruling in Texas (2:25), Donald Trump's arrest and indictment (11:12), and what Trump’s legal troubles could mean for his presidential candidacy (22:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Joyce Vance

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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April Ryan on LSU’S White House Visit and the 2024 Election

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by White House correspondent April Ryan to discuss the LSU women’s basketball team’s much-publicized White House visit (4:22), the impact of Kamala Harris’s visit to Africa (9:05), and the outlook of the 2024 election (17:41).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: April Ryan

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Unbreakable: Jay Glazer on the NFL and Tackling Depression

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by NFL insider Jay Glazer to discuss the latest news in the 2023 offseason (6:29), his book ‘Unbreakable’ and building mental wellness (10:27). Plus, the role that self-care plays in the lives of pro athletes (18:25).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jay Glazer

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Nikki Fried on Florida Politics and Rebuilding the Democratic Brand

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 19:23:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by chair of the Florida Democratic Party, Nikki Fried, to discuss running for governor in the 2022 election (3:13), her time serving as the agriculture commissioner of Florida (9:42), and what the Democratic Party needs to do to win Florida back (12:29)

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Nikki Fried

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Amanda Tyler and the Legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Amanda Tyler, author and professor of law at the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law, to discuss Donald Trump’s unprecedented legal troubles (4:12), co-authoring Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg’s final book, ‘Justice, Justice Thou Shalt Pursue’ (7:54), and life lessons learned during the final months of Ginsburg’s life (15:40).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Amanda Tyler

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Authenticity and Comedy With Sherri Shepherd

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actress, comedian, and author Sherri Shepherd to discuss her early days in stand-up (:41), her comedy Mount Rushmore (9:33), and being her authentic self while hosting ‘Sherri’ (11:29).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Sherri Shepherd

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Dr. Zakiya Ellis and the Future of Higher Education

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 16:25:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by principal at Education Counsel and former New Jersey Secretary of Higher Education Dr. Zakiya Ellis to discuss the future of higher education access for Black students (4:15), the prospect of student debt relief (11:58), and reacting to Florida’s new bill that would ban diversity and inclusion programs (17:15).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dr. Zakiya Ellis

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Daymond John on the Origins of FUBU and Black Entrepreneurship

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by FUBU founder and CEO—and ‘Shark Tank’ cohost—Daymond John to discuss the beginnings of the iconic brand (1:09), supporting Black entrepreneurs (8:52), and his new children’s book ‘Little Daymond Learns to Earn’ (17:08).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Daymond John

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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HBCUs and Funding Disparities With Denise Smith

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 12:13:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by HBCU advocate and senior fellow, higher education at The Century Foundation Denise Smith to discuss the importance of public HBCU’s (4:31), the funding disparities between HBCUs and PWIs (7:54), and what lawmakers can do to lessen the gaps and increase equity (12:29).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Denise Smith

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Ari Shapiro and ‘The Best Strangers in the World’

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:19:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author, journalist, and host of NPR’s ‘All Things Considered’ Ari Shapiro to discuss his first book, ‘The Best Strangers in the World’ (3:37), accidentally becoming an early face of same-sex marriage (11:05), and his life as a member of the band Pink Martini (14:21).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ari Shapiro

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Present and Future of Police Reform With Paul Butler

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 15:05:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by criminal justice scholar Paul Butler to discuss how growing up in Chicago formed his views on policing (:45), disappointment in the Biden administration’s lack of progress on reform (13:20), and the work being done by the January 6 congressional committee (15:33).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Paul Butler

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Legacy of Chicago Mayors and Filmmaking with Raymond Lambert

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 12:08:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by producer and filmmaker Raymond Lambert to discuss the film ‘Punch 9 for Harold Washington’ (2:13), the influence of Harold Washington on Barack Obama’s career (8:45), and the path to getting documentary films financed and made (13:15).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Raymond Lambert

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Vinay Harpalani and the End of Affirmative Action

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 23:19:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by University of New Mexico law professor Vinay Harpalani to discuss teaching the intersection of race, education, and the law (:54), the potential end of affirmative action (6:16), and why it’s Asian American students who are leading the effort (18:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Vinay Harpalani

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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BET, Motherhood, and Using Your Voice With Debra Lee

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author, businesswoman, and former CEO of BET Debra Lee to discuss her memoir ‘I Am Debra Lee’ (8:33), writing with the intention of empowering young Black women (17:56), and the early days of the first Black-controlled television company (22:30).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Debra Lee

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Citizenship in the Face of Fascism With Baratunde Thurston

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:45:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by writer, culture critic, and host of ‘How to Citizen,’ Baratunde Thurston, to discuss personal growth since his last appearance on the podcast (:32), education in the age of book banning (12:52), and the upcoming season of PBS’s 'America Outdoors With Baratunde Thurston' (17:45).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Baratunde Thurston

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Life and Works of Julian Bond with Dr. Deborah McDowell

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 11:43:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by scholar Dr. Deborah McDowell to discuss her role as director of the Carter G. Woodson Institute at the University of Virginia (2:59) and the archiving and publication of activist Julian Bond’s writings in the Julian Bond Papers Project (4:53). Plus, the impact of SNCC on Bond’s legacy (23:59).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dr. Deborah McDowell

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Criminal Justice and Capital Punishment With Bryan Stevenson

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 16:30:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by lawyer, and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative Bryan Stevenson to discuss representing inmates on death row (:57), US policy changes around capital punishment (9:41) and the state of mass incarceration under the Biden administration (15:42).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Bryan Stevenson

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Eboni K. Williams and Betting on Black

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 07:24:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by attorney and TV host Eboni K. Williams to discuss her work with Byron Allen at TheGrio (1:13), break down chapters of her new book, 'Bet on Black: The Good News About Being Black in America Today' (6:44), and talk about how she centered her Blackness on 'The Real Housewives of New York City' (14:29).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Eboni K. Williams

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Super Bowl LVII Preview With Domonique Foxworth

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 18:46:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by ESPN contributor and host of ‘The Domonique Foxworth Show,' Domonique Foxworth, to discuss the transition from NFL player to analyst (:59), the loyalty of Dallas Cowboys fans (9:28), and a look ahead at Sunday’s Super Bowl matchup (15:21).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Domonique Foxworth

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Unreformed With Josie Duffy Rice

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:34:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by political commentator and writer Josie Duffy Rice to discuss the prospect of police reform (2:53), before digging into her podcast ‘Unreformed: The Story of the Alabama Industrial School for Negro Children’ (6:43) and the concept of police reform vs. prison reform (16:35).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Josie Duffy Rice

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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James Forman Jr. And the Legacy of SNCC

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:10:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author and legal scholar James Forman Jr. to discuss how the activism of his parents shapes his work (3:02), democratic accountability in police reform (13:34), and the dumbing down of America (19:05).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: James Forman Jr.

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Meaning of Justice for Tyre Nichols With Van Turner Jr.

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 18:05:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by the president of the NAACP’s Memphis branch and chairman of the Shelby County Commission, Van Turner Jr., to discuss transparency following the killing of Tyre Nichols (1:30), the concept of justice at this point (5:15), and where we go from here (11:58).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Van Turner Jr.

Producer: Donnie Beacham jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Direct Deposit With Chad Sanders

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 08:58:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by writer, director, and actor Chad Sanders to discuss his journey from Google to the writer’s room of ‘Rap Sh!t’ (1:10), conversations about race and wealth on his ‘Direct Deposit’ podcast (6:49), and working on a production led by Issa Rae (14:36).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Chad Sanders

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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S.E. Cupp and Breaking Away From Trumpism

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 18:57:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by writer and political commentator S.E. Cupp to discuss the election and Republican acceptance of George Santos (3:34), and the focus of the GOP (8:57). Plus, the outlook of the 2024 election (13:48), and where Democrats are going wrong (21:08).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: S.E. Cupp

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Chaos of Politics With Charlie Pierce

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 15:02:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by sportswriter and political blogger Charlie Pierce to discuss his journey from forest ranger to journalist (:42), Merrick Garland and the investigation of President Biden (6:56), and the chaos to expect from House Republicans and the 2024 election (13:25).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Charlie Pierce

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Ryan Clark on NFL Playoffs and Hosting ‘The Pivot’

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 18:57:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by ESPN analyst and host of the ‘The Pivot’ podcast Ryan Clark to discuss going from the NFL to behind the mic (:39), the Damar Hamlin injury (3:51), and a look ahead at the rest of the playoffs (13:39).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ryan Clark

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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DeRay Mckesson and the State of Criminal Justice Reform

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by civil rights activist and cofounder of Campaign Zero DeRay Mckesson to discuss reports of spikes in crime (6:28), the work being done to close Rikers Island jail (15:53), and policing during the Biden administration (22:20).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: DeRay Mckesson

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Collapse of FTX and the Economy of 2023 With Greg Zuckerman

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 14:18:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by special writer at the Wall Street Journal Greg Zuckerman to break down the state of cryptocurrency and the collapse of FTX (5:46). Plus, a look ahead at the economy of 2023 (18:30) and the future of Tesla (20:52).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Greg Zuckerman

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Humiliation of Kevin McCarthy With Jonathan Martin

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 20:20:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Politico’s senior political columnist Jonathan Martin to explain the congressional confusion (1:54), and if not Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House, then who (5:11)? Plus, the dilemma facing democrats in 2024 (11:44) and five political predictions for the new year (17:59).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jonathan Martin

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Unpacking Deion’s Decision, and Jerry Jones’s Escape From Accountability

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 19:09:05 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by senior writer at Deadspin Carron Phillips to unpack Deion Sanders’s decision to leave Jackson State for Colorado (1:16), and discuss how successful he could be at his new destination (11:34). Plus, Michigan’s CFB Playoff prospects (16:28), and accountability for Jerry Jones (23:47).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Carron Phillips

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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A Republican Recap of the Midterms and Looking Ahead With Scott Jennings

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:53:00 -0000

CNN conservative commentator Scott Jennings joins to discuss working with Karl Rove in the George W. Bush White House (2:47), his current role as founding partner of RunSwitch Public Relations (5:37), and a republican recap of the 2022 midterms (8:17). Plus, the GOP’s strategy for the 2024 election (18:52).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Scott Jennings

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Dana Milbank Discusses ‘The Destructionists’

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author and Washington Post columnist Dana Milbank to discuss his NYT best-selling book ‘The Destructionists’ (5:02), the political narrative coming out of Georgia (9:33), and the 2024 primary outlook of the GOP vs. Trump (16:27).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dana Milbank

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Georgia Runoff Election Special WIth Fredrick Hicks

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 18:47:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by consultant and founder of the Hicks Evaluation Group Fredrick Hicks to preview the runoff election between Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker (:34), and why the race is so tight when one candidate “don’t speak too good” (8:09). Plus, Rev. Warnock’s presidential prospects (15:45), and Georgia as a potential primary state (22:52).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Fredrick Hicks

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Crossing the Streams of Politics and Culture With John Heilemann

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist and host of Showtime’s ‘The Circus’, John Heilemann, to discuss how the 2016 election changed the world (4:39), what Herschel Walker’s candidacy means for the state of politics (10:05), and Joe Biden’s 2024 re-election prospects (23:22).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: John Heilemann

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Maya King and Unpacking Georgia’s Politics in 2022

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by New York Times political reporter Maya King to react to the midterm and gubernatorial elections in Georgia (1:17), the support of Black men as a voting bloc in the state (13:34), and unpacking the role of race and sex in Stacey Abrams’s loss to Brian Kemp (18:18).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Maya King

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Bomani Jones Discusses Kyrie Irving and Whether Deion Sanders Will Move on From Jackson State

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 19:40:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist and ‘Game Theory’ host Bomani Jones to discuss his journey from economics to the intersection of sports and culture (2:08), the World Cup and human rights violations in Qatar (4:06), and Kyrie Irving’s relationship with Black Hebrew Israelites (6:48). Plus, college football talk and Deion Sanders’s chances of staying at Jackson State (13:19).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Bomani Jones

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Trump’s Presidential Announcement and ‘Revenge’ With Michael Cohen

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author and former lawyer for Donald Trump to discuss the announcement of another Trump presidential run (3:24), the potential GOP response to a MAGA campaign after a disappointing Republican midterm (9:14), and his new book about the Dept. of Justice under Donald Trump, ‘Revenge’ (21:32).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Michael Cohen

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Jemele Hill on the Kyrie Irving Fallout and ‘Uphill: A Memoir’

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist and author Jemele Hill to discuss her journey from the Detroit Free Press to ESPN (1:54), the Kyrie Irving backlash following his controversial tweet (10:20), and the release of her new book ‘Uphill: A Memoir’ (15:58).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jemele Hill

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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2022 Post-Election Special With Astead Herndon

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:16:55 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by national political reporter Astead Herndon to discuss the fallout from the midterm election results (6:12), analyze the gubernatorial and Senate races in Georgia (11:25) and democratic victories in Pennsylvania and Michigan (24:10). Plus, the future of the Republican Party after the red wave that wasn’t (33:30).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Astead Herndon

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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2022 Pre-Election Special With Ron Brownstein

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist and political correspondent Ron Brownstein to discuss reporting in an age when facts are less important (2:40), midterm candidate quality vs. platform substance (11:46), and an in-depth analysis of several key races (15:04).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ron Brownstein

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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'Barkley: A Biography' With Timothy Bella

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by staff writer and editor for The Washington Post Timothy Bella to discuss his new book about Charles Barkley, 'Barkley: A Biography' (4:34), Barkley’s pre-NBA life in Leeds, Alabama (7:31), and his star power in the NBA of the ’90s (16:04).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Timothy Bella

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Amanda Tyler and the Rise of Christian Nationalism

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by executive director of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty to discuss the importance of the separation of church and state (4:42), the current state of white Christian nationalism (8:00), and breaking down the locations where the rise in nationalism is largest (17:07).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Amanda Tyler

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw and Acknowledging Real American History

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:06:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by civil rights advocate and professor Kimberlé Crenshaw to discuss factually acknowledging history through Critical Race Theory (5:47), the current trend of anti-intellectualism in politics (14:25), and the work being done by the African American Policy Forum (21:34).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Kimberlé Crenshaw

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf on the National Anthem and Being Blackballed by the NBA

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former NBA star and author Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf to discuss his new book, 'In the Blink of an Eye' (4:23), being blackballed by the NBA for his views on the national anthem and American flag (9:42), and his response to Colin Kaepernick’s similar situation with the NFL (19:53).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Marcus Graham Project With Larry Yarrell and Lincoln Stephens

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:20:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by the cofounders of the Marcus Graham Project, Larry Yarrell and Lincoln Stephens, to discuss the inspiration behind increasing diversity in the ad industry (:49), why heterogeneity in leadership is important (8:01), and providing opportunities for HBCU students (18:48).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Larry Yarrell & Lincoln Stephens

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Marc Elias and the Good Fight for Voting Rights

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Democratic Party elections lawyer Marc Elias to discuss his passion for campaign law (2:40), fighting the good fight for voting rights (9:39), and the cases involving redistricting to keep an eye on (14:42).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Marc Elias

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘My People: Five Decades of Writing About Black Lives’ With Charlayne Hunter-Gault

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist and civil rights activist Charlayne Hunter-Gault to discuss her new book, ‘My People’ (2:50), making sense of the present, as an active member of the Civil Rights Movement (4:45), and how the American media can better inform citizens (17:52).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Charlayne Hunter-Gault

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Rep. Val Demings and the Pathway to Victory in Florida’s Senate Race

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by US Rep. Val Demings to discuss her journey from from serving as the Orlando Chief of Police to running for US Senate (1:15), fighting to restore women’s reproductive rights (6:36), and her opponent’s opposition to disaster relief for his home state (11:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Rep. Val Demings

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Making Maryland’s Decade With Wes Moore

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Maryland gubernatorial candidate Wes Moore to discuss reclaiming the value of patriotism from insurrectionists (6:47), finding the balance between police accountability and public safety (14:11), and the plan to combat inflation (22:16). Plus, the importance of familial support throughout the campaign process (25:44).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Wes Moore

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Senate Race Roundup With Joel Payne

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 17:51:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Democratic strategist and CBS News contributor Joel Payne to discuss the outlook of several key Senate races (3:08), the crisis of the Black male vote in the Georgia race (13:52), and some important gubernatorial races to lookout for (23:00).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Joel Payne

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Cody Keenan and Speechwriting for Barack Obama

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by the political adviser and former director of speechwriting for President Barack Obama to discuss writing for the first Black president as a white man (3:19); his new book, ‘Grace,’ and reliving 10 pivotal days in the presidency (8:43); and predicting the Trump backlash (19:22).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Cody Keenan

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Rural Governance and Legalizing Cannabis with Nakita Hemingway

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 19:19:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Nakita Hemingway, a candidate for Georgia agricultural commissioner, to discuss governing a state’s food system (4:16), how the office can help Black farmers (7:18), and what cannabis legalization could do for the state of Georgia (9:26).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Nakita Hemingway

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Cheri Beasley and Inspiring Voters of North Carolina

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 11:29:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court and candidate for U.S. Senate Cheri Beasley to discuss reproductive rights and criminal justice reform (2:12), her messaging to young voters (7:25), and the game plan for inspiring Black voter turnout in the state (9:56).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Cheri Beasley

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘The Color of Care’ With Dr. Carmen Green

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:50:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by the dean of the CUNY School of Medicine at CCNY, Dr. Carmen Green to discuss racial disparities in health and medicine (:50), why she chose pain management as a specialty (8:27), and the importance of the new documentary ‘The Color of Care’ in exposing systemically substandard healthcare (15:27).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dr. Carmen Green

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Queen Sugar’ and Responsibility in Accepting Roles With Omar Dorsey

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 12:55:58 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actor Omar Dorsey to discuss his role as Hollywood in ‘Queen Sugar’ (3:40), the potential legacy of the hit show (14:43), and the acting roles he has on the horizon (19:56).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Omar Dorsey

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Katrina Babies’ With Edward Buckles

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000

DEK: Bakari Sellers is joined by director Edward Buckles to discuss the HBO Max documentary ‘Katrina Babies’ (3:57), the resiliency of the community impacted by Hurricane Katrina (7:13), and what to expect next in what’s already a promising career (15:17)

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Edward Buckles

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘America Made Me a Black Man’ With Boyah Farah

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Somali-born writer Boyah Farah to discuss moving to the U.S. to escape war (:33), how racism can be a bonding experience for the diaspora (3:43), and how writing ‘America Made Me a Black Man’ changed his self-identity (10:00).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Boyah Farah

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Winning the Fiscal Future With Sec. Marty Walsh

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh to discuss Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan (3:45), the state of the job market and inflation (9:16), and what the Department of Labor is doing to increase equity for the Black community (15:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Marty Walsh

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Walking in Joy With Jenifer Lewis

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by iconic actress Jenifer Lewis to discuss thriving in the entertainment industry for decades (1:00), writing ‘Walking in My Joy’ to spread laughter (11:57), plus, self-reflection and self-care during a pandemic (16:05).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jenifer Lewis

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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'Relative Justice' With Judge Rhonda Wills

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 19:40:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Judge Rhonda Wills of the nationally syndicated ‘Relative Justice’ to discuss inspiring young Black girls to practice law (3:31), the legal disputes between family members that have been featured (6:18), and the help people receive after appearing on the show (13:36).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Judge Rhonda Wills

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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A Cancel Culture Discussion With Wesley Donehue

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 13:03:59 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by CEO of Push Digital and author Wesley Donehue to discuss the campaign agency’s work (3:04), his new book ‘Under Fire: 13 Rules for Surviving Cancel Culture’ (7:16), and navigating life after being “cancelled” himself (15:53).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Wesley Donehue

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Gary Chambers and an Authentic Campaign for Congress

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 11:26:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Louisiana candidate for U.S. Senate Gary Chambers to discuss the enthusiasm around his campaign (7:16), his plan to utilize power for cannabis reform in Congress (9:30), and messaging the recent democratic victories to voters (20:21)

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Gary Chambers

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Discussing Monkeypox With Dr. Italo Brown and Dr. Ulysses Burley

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 10:46:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Dr. Italo Brown and Dr. Ulysses Burley to discuss the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic (3:18), break down the origins and myths surrounding monkeypox (7:29), and methods to prevent the spread of the virus (20:39).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Dr. Italo Brown and Dr. Ulysses Burley

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Breaking Down HBCU Funding With Lodriguez Murray

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:21:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Vice President Lodriguez Murray to grade the Biden administration’s support of HBCU’s (2:31), the UNCF public policy and government affairs report (6:42), and breakdown what the CHIPS and Science Act means for HBCU’s (25:01).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Bakari Sellers

Producers: Mike Wargon and Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Georgia and Florida Elections With Fredrick Hicks

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 12:04:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by consultant and founder of the Hicks Evaluation Group to dig into the gubernatorial race in Georgia (5:15), unpacking Stacey Abrams outreach to Black men (8:50), the outlook of Raphael Warnock vs. Herschel Walker (15:46). Plus, a preview of the races taking place in Florida (25:41).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Fredrick Hicks

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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William Jackson Harper and the Therapy of Acting

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 15:41:50 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actor William Jackson Harper to discuss the impact and popularity of his role in HBO’s ‘Love Life' (4:04), his new role as Noah in Peacock’s ‘The Resort’ (5:40), and who he’d put on his Mt. Rushmore of acting (13:49).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: William Jackson Harper

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Aftershock’ and Maternal Mortality With Paula Eiselt

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by filmmaker Paula Eiselt to discuss what drew her to documentary film as an art form (6:30), the stories of the real women of her new film ‘Aftershock’ (9:16), and the work being done to lessen the disparities in health care (17:21).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Paula Eiselt

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Antjuan Seawright and the Power of the Collective Black Vote

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 18:26:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Antjuan Seawright, DCCC senior adviser, political strategist, and founder of Blueprint Strategy, to discuss election enthusiasm in the Black community (5:21), the best-case scenario for Democrats in the upcoming midterms (11:42), and why President Biden’s approval ratings are as low as they are (17:20).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Antjuan Seawright

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Grant Hill and a Life in Basketball

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 13:49:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by NBA Hall of Famer Grant Hill to discuss the inspiration behind writing the book ‘Game: An Autobiography’ (6:15), unpack the hate for Duke basketball (9:54), and describe what it was like competing with MJ, Kobe, and LeBron (22:12).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Grant Hill

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘Any Given Tuesday’ With Lis Smith

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 18:23:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by political strategist and author Lis Smith to discuss the current state of Democratic politics, the post–Roe v. Wade landscape (3:39), a behind-the-scenes look at politics found in her new book, ‘Any Given Tuesday’ (9:59), and the potential blowback of speaking candidly about political figures in her life (15:03).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Lis Smith

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Bashir Salahuddin and the Comedy of Black Chicago

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by writer, actor, and comedian Bashir Salahuddin to discuss his journey from the South Side of Chicago to Hollywood (:58), defining the many aspects of comedy (11:14), and his starring role in the summer blockbuster ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (18:59).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Bashir Salahuddin

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘P-Valley’ and Accurate Representation With Dan J. Johnson

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 13:13:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actor Dan J. Johnson to discuss his role in the hit Starz show ‘P-Valley’ (2:33), breaking norms of LGBTQ+ representation (10:52), and accurately representing rural Black America (12:51).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dan J. Johnson

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Kadeem Hardison, From Hillman College to the Moon

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actor Kadeem Hardison to discuss his iconic role in ‘A Different World’ (2:30), the hope of his new sci-fi show ‘Moonhaven’ (6:43), and what we can expect from him in the future (14:31)

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Kadeem Hardison

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Danielle Holley-Walker and the State of the Supreme Court

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 19:22:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by dean of the Howard University School of Law, Danielle Holley-Walker, to discuss the swearing in of Ketanji Brown Jackson (6:06), the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade (6:06), and the future of Affirmative Action (16:29).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Danielle Holley-Walker

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Black Excellence of ‘The Chi’ With Jason Weaver

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:55:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actor and singer Jason Weaver talk about a career that stretches from ‘Brewster Place’ to ‘The Chi’ (1:57), and what to expect from Season 5 of the hit Showtime show (14:32). Plus, discussing the series' unapologetic authenticity (17:17).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jason Weaver

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Economics of Black America With David Clunie

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by executive director of the Black Economic Alliance David Clunie to discuss the Biden administration’s performance thus far (3:36), energizing the Black electorate in upcoming elections (8:14), and making the case for creating better access for Black Americans into the U.S. economy (21:19).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: David Clunie

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Terrance Woodbury and Taking the Pulse of the Public

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 12:59:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Democratic pollster and founding partner of Hit Strategies Terrance Woodbury to discuss his career in public opinion (1:00), Black voters possibly feeling “buyers remorse” with Biden administration (9:51), and the potential impact of the Supreme Court leak (14:02).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Terrance Woodbury

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Chris Jones and the Plan to Govern Arkansas

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Arkansas gubernatorial candidate Chris Jones to discuss running against Sarah Huckabee Sanders (6:21), the governor’s role in school safety (10:43), and the plan to speak to and get the votes of former Donald Trump supporters (15:33).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Chris Jones

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Faith and Democracy with Justin Giboney

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 12:42:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by lawyer, minister and co-founder of the AND Campaign Justin Giboney to discuss the mission of the faith-based organization (3:34), doing the hard work of democracy (12:31), and addressing some of the leadership and integrity issues of religious institutions (16:49).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Justin Giboney

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Michael Griffie and the Race to Represent Michigan’s 13th District

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 20:40:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by congressional candidate Michael Griffie to discuss the path from principal to running for Michigan’s 13th district (1:10), his plan for constituent services if elected (8:29), and the political outlook of the state’s upcoming gubernatorial race (17:41).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Michael Griffie

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Food Insecurity in the Deep South With Noel Didla

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 18:30:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by professor and cochair of the Mississippi Food Policy Council Noel Didla to discuss her journey from Southeastern India to teaching at an HBCU (:50), food insecurity in the Deep South (7:23), and signs of progressive promise in the region (19:01).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Noel Didla

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Humanity of George Floyd With Robert Samuels and Toluse Olorunnipa

Mon, 30 May 2022 11:30:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Robert Samuels and Toluse Olorunnipa, journalists and authors of ‘His Name Is George Floyd’, to discuss the new biography (6:33), the humanity of the man who’s death sparked a movement (11:17), and the ways he was failed by various systems (15:43).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Robert Samuels and Tolu Olorunnipa

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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From Polls to Votes With Tom Bonier

Thu, 26 May 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by TargetSmart CEO Tom Bonier to unpack some of the criticism aimed at pollsters since 2016 (1:14), the Democratic outlook in midterm elections while reproductive rights are in jeopardy (5:09), plus a preview of some key gubernatorial races (16:40).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Tom Bonier

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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‘This Will Not Pass’ with Jonathan Martin and Alex Burns

Mon, 23 May 2022 10:30:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalists Jonathan Martin and Alex Burns to discuss their new book ‘This Will Not Pass’ and the social/political climate of 2020 (6:52), Vice President Harris’ role in the Biden administration (12:02), and the evolution of Joe Manchin and Joe Biden’s relationship (20:42).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jonathan Martin and Alex Burns

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Baltimore of ‘We Own This City’ with D. Watkins

Thu, 19 May 2022 12:02:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author and writer of HBO’s ‘We Own This City’ D. Watkins to discuss his journey from the streets to the writer’s room (00:43), understanding Baltimore through television (5:40), and the real-life corruption of the city’s Gun Trace Task Force (11:54).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: D. Watkins

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Reimagining ‘The Wonder Years’ With Dulé Hill

Mon, 16 May 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actor and star of ABC’s 'Wonder Years,' Dulé Hill, to discuss his journey from acting as ‘The Tap Dance Kid’ (2:14), to revisiting ‘The Wonder Years’ as a Black coming-of-age story (9:12). Plus, a discussion of the ingredients to making a lasting television show (19:42).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dulé Hill

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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'Sneakerella’ and Respecting the Bad Boys With John Salley

Thu, 12 May 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actor, activist, and 4-time NBA champion John Salley to discuss his career after basketball (:42), his ventures into veganism and the cannabis industry (6:22), and starring in the new Disney+ film ‘Sneakerella’ (14:49).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: John Salley

Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Amanda Edwards on Serving the City of Houston

Mon, 09 May 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former Houston council member Amanda Edwards to discuss a career that’s led her to the mayoral race in Houston, TX (0:44), the continuing fight for reproductive rights (7:30), and why she's the right candidate for the city of Houston (15:27).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Amanda Edwards

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Ben Crump and the Argument Against Banning Menthol Cigarettes

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 17:35:00 -0000

Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump joins Bakari Sellers to discuss the case surrounding Grand Rapids PD killing an unarmed named Patrick Lyoya (2:38), policy changes taking place in Orlando, FL (9:04), and the argument against banning menthol cigarettes (14:33).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ben Crump

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Humanizing Big Subjects With Tyler Merritt

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 10:01:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by comedian and author Tyler Merritt to discuss his book “I Take My Coffee Black” (2:16), his personal preference in a pastor (5:13), and the art of writing humor naturally (16:49).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Tyler Merritt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Charles Booker and the Fight to Represent Kentucky

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former Kentucky state representative Charles Booker to discuss the protection of democracy (3:42), running against Rand Paul for a U.S. Senate seat (9:21), and his new book ‘From the Hood to the Holler: A Story of Separate Worlds, Shared Dreams, and the Fight for America’s Future’ (18:13).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Charles Booker

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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PJ Morton’s Musical Inspirations and the Upcoming Album ‘Watch the Sun’

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 10:02:12 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by four-time Grammy-winning artist PJ Morton to discuss the beginnings of his career while studying at Morehouse College (2:02), the musical inspiration behind his upcoming album ‘Watch the Sun’ (10:21), and the differences between PJ Morton the member of Maroon 5 and PJ Morton the solo artist (17:30).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: PJ Morton

Producer: Donnie Becham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Greg Bluestein and the Political State of Georgia

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 12:11:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by political reporter for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Greg Bluestein to discuss his new book, ‘Flipped: How Georgia Turned Purple and Broke the Monopoly on Republican Power’ (5:07), how much credit is owed to Stacey Abrams for Georgia’s impact on the 2020 election (7:08), and why the peach state is so critical in the 2022 election (12:13).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Greg Bluestein

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Mark McKinnon and the Circus of American Politics

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 15:51:37 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Mark McKinnon, co-creator and co-host of Showtime’s ‘The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth’, to discuss the current state of U.S. politics (4:43) before digging into President Biden’s performance thus far (8:28). Plus, what viewers can expect from the seventh season of the hit documentary series (16:20).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Mark McKinnon

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Stage and Screen With Courtney B. Vance and AMC’s '61st Street'

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by legendary actor Courtney B. Vance to break down a career that began at Harvard University (:58), the preparation for his Emmy Award–winning portrayal of Johnnie Cochrane (10:21), and his newest role in AMC’s '61st Street' (16:11).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Courtney B. Vance

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Chris Hollins on Running for Mayor of Houston, Texas

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Houston mayoral candidate Chris Hollins to discuss his career prior to seeking public office (1:11), why Texas has become ground zero for today’s culture wars (11:04), and the prospect of following in Mayor Sylvester Turner’s footsteps (14:03).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Chris Hollins

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Phyllis Dickerson and the Importance of Local Politics

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by CEO of the African American Mayors Association (AAMA) Phyllis Dickerson to discuss why Black mayors matter to Black citizens (7:14), the ways AAMA impacts and assists small-town mayors (9:50), and the current state of Black political power (11:19).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Phyllis Dickerson

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Wendi Wallace on Upcoming Gubernatorial Races

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:35:02 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Wendi Wallace, deputy executive director of the Democratic Governors Association (DGA), to discuss the path that led to her current role (1:01), break down what the DGA does (5:38), and analyze upcoming gubernatorial races throughout the country (12:47).

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Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Wendi Wallace

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Rep. Ro Khanna on Dignity in a Digital Age

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 10:38:19 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Silicon Valley Congressman Ro Khanna to discuss the importance of understanding technology (2:54), the potential revitalization thanks to the US Innovation and Competition bill (8:10), and what Democrats need to do to maintain numbers in the House and Senate (15:22).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Rep. Ro Khanna

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Social Justice and the NBA with James Cadogan

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 10:37:21 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by James Cadogan to discuss his path from working in the Obama administration to his current role as Executive Director of the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition (1:16), the scope of the coalitions mission (23:03), and the ongoing conversations around getting Brittney Griner home safely (26:22).

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Damon Young on Writing for Yourself and Launching a New Podcast

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by writer and cofounder of 'Very Smart Brothas' Damon Young to discuss the creation and sale of his popular website (:46), why his 2019 book 'What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Blacker' hasn’t been banned yet (4:05), and the launch of his new podcast, ‘Stuck With Damon Young’ (12:21).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Damon Young

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Kenneth Kelly on the Importance of Financial Wellness

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 11:24:29 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by CEO of First Independence Bank Kenneth Kelly to discuss the challenges facing minority-owned banks (3:58, his book ‘Prepared Before I Let Go’, and the importance of last will and testaments (8:01).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Kenneth Kelly

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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John Avlon and the Values and Virtues of Centrism

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 16:35:12 -0000

Journalist and political commentator John Avlon joins to discuss the value of "centrism" and the danger of "both sides-ism" in politics (4:06), grading President Biden’s performance in historical context (13:17), and Abraham Lincoln’s role as peacemaker in his new book ‘Lincoln and the Fight for Peace’ (16:56).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: John Avlon

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Justin Cunningham, From Juilliard to ‘Grand Crew’

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 21:18:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by TV and theater actor Justin Cunningham to discuss his path from Arkansas to Hollywood (4:23), the sense of responsibility to the culture (6:51), and his role on NBC’s ‘Grand Crew’ (11:14).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Justin Cunningham

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Edwin Hodge on Choosing Roles Wisely and Starring in ‘Good Sam’

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actor and star of CBS’s ‘Good Sam’ Edwin Hodge to discuss avoiding stereotypical roles in Hollywood (3:31), who he’d put on his Mt. Rushmore of Black acting (9:23), and what makes ‘Good Sam’ stand out from previous medical dramas (14:18).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Edwin Hodge

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Lee Merritt on Running for Attorney General of Texas

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by civil rights attorney and candidate for attorney general of Texas Lee Merritt to discuss what led him to seek office in the Lone Star state (1:42), his idea of actionable police reform (9:30), and the plan to close the racial voting gap in Texas (20:33).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Lee Merritt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Black Real Estate and Intergenerational Wealth With Mavis Gragg

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 20:32:40 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by attorney and CEO of HeirShares Mavis Gragg to discuss her career fighting for Black land ownership (3:03), the systemic racism of property law (5:54), and actionable tools and steps to take when owning land (16:01).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Mavis Gragg

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Kyla Pratt on ‘The Proud Family’ Reboot and Growing Up On Camera

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actress Kyla Pratt to discuss her transition from child to adult actor (2:58), working with legends like Eddie Murphy (8:11), and the upcoming reboot of ‘The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder’ (19:05).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Kyla Pratt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Working With Cicely Tyson and the Success of ‘Billions’ With Condola Rashad

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actress of stage and screen Condola Rashad to discuss challenging herself as an artist (4:16), the legendary storytellers she looks up to (6:19), and what to expect from season 6 of ‘Billions’ (11:32).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Condola Rashad

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones on Legislating in 2022 and the Midwest’s Best Kept Secret

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Tishaura Jones, mayor of St. Louis, to discuss leading a progressive city in a conservative state (2:49), the implementation of non-law enforcement agencies to curb violence (7:48), and managing the politics of the pandemic (11:35).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Tishaura Jones

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Elie Mystal on the Search for Justice Stephen Breyer’s Replacement

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author and justice correspondent for The Nation Elie Mystal to reflect on the legacy of Justice Stephen Breyer (:59) and discuss why the upcoming nomination matters (3:51) before breaking down the short list of possible replacements (8:43).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Elie Mystal

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Chasing History With Carl Bernstein

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by legendary journalist Carl Bernstein to discuss the start of his career during the civil rights movement (8:57), the current state of political journalism (13:11), and what he wants readers to take away from his new book, ‘Chasing History: A Kid in the Newsroom’ (22:27).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Carl Bernstein

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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The Best Version of Baltimore With Mayor Brandon Scott

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by the 52nd mayor of Baltimore, Brandon Scott, to discuss what outsiders don’t know about Baltimore (3:14), reforming policing within the city (7:43), and the work toward equitable economic development (17:13).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Mayor Brandon Scott

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Patrisse Cullors on the State of the BLM Movement and Reforming Prisons

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers welcomes author of 'An Abolitionist's Handbook' and cofounder of the Black Lives Matter movement Patrisse Cullors to discuss progress, or lack thereof, since the movement’s inception (6:00), the importance of 911 alternatives during mental health crisis (14:35), and actionable ways to reform the U.S. prison system (18:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Patrisse Cullors

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Dr. Anthony Fauci on COVID-19 Misconceptions and Keeping Schools Safe

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 21:40:33 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Dr. Anthony Fauci to emphasize the importance of vaccinations and boosters (:59), discuss the coronavirus’s impact on the youngest and most vulnerable of us (4:12), and to dispel some of the biggest misconceptions about the good doctor (13:03).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dr. Anthony Fauci

Producer: Donnie Beacham

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

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Comprehensive Gun Reform With Shannon Watts

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by activist and founder of Moms Demand Action Shannon Watts to discuss what led to her founding the nation’s largest grassroots group fighting gun violence (:52), taking on the NRA (5:49), and the prospect of reforming gun laws in 2022 (19:31).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Shannon Watts

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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Conversations With the Rev. Al Sharpton and Illustrator Reggie Brown

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by artist Reggie Brown to discuss his journey from biotechnology to children’s illustration (1:38), and the method behind the art of his and Bakari’s new book, 'Who Are Your People?' (10:33). Plus, legendary activist Rev. Al Sharpton joins to discuss everything from his relationship with James Brown (22:54) to the unsung heroes of the social justice movement in America (26:13).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Rev. Reggie Brown and Al Sharpton

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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Bakari and Van Lathan Talk Omicron With Dr. Italo Brown

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 23:03:50 -0000

Bakari welcomes cohost of 'Higher Learning' Van Lathan and emergency medicine physician Dr. Italo Brown to discuss the de-politicization of the virus (7:24), explain how COVID mutates and produces new variants (14:58), and break down the pros and cons of vaccine mandates (33:23).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Van Lathan & Dr. Italo Brown

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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Student Debt 101 With Ashley Harrington

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 19:55:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by student debt expert Ashley Harrington to break down the pros and cons of student loan forgiveness (6:39), and the impact it would have on the Black community (8:43). Plus, what’s the motivation of those opposed to debt cancellation (19:44)?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ashley Harrington

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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The Legacy of Harry Reid and What to Expect in 2022 with Ryan Nobles

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by CNN correspondent Ryan Nobles to discuss the influence of longtime senator Harry Reid (2:55), plus voter anxiety during a pandemic (16:07) and the perception around the Hill on Kamala Harris’s first year as VP (23:43).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ryan Nobles

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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‘BMF’ and Authentic Portrayals of Black Fatherhood with Russell Hornsby

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by actor Russell Hornsby to break down the art of channeling the energy of the Black men of his youth (4:58) and to discuss whether the thespian has a preference for the stage or the screen (8:22). Plus, Russell provides insight into his role as Charles Flenory in the hit Starz show ‘BMF' (12:48).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Russell Hornsby

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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Funding HBCUs and the Importance of Minority-Based Scholarship Programs With Lodriguez Murray

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 17:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by senior vice president of the United Negro College Fund Lodriguez Murray to discuss the necessity of minority scholarship programs (6:48) and break down the support for HBCUs during the Trump administration (10:09) compared to Joe Biden’s term (15:28).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Lodriguez Murray

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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Confronting the Rise of White Nationalism and Vigilantism With Laura Coates

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 20:02:41 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by attorney and legal analyst Laura Coates to discuss the importance of reform-oriented prosecutors in the U.S. justice system (5:04) and the difference between having a seat at the table and being a decision-maker at the table. Plus, how effective has the DOJ been in the January 6 prosecutions (7:26), and what should we make of Congressional inaction regarding voting rights (18:43)?

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Laura Coates

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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Geoff Bennett on Journalism vs. Opinion and Combating Misinformation

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by journalist Geoff Bennett to discuss his journey in media from a one-man band to being the chief White House correspondent of 'PBS NewsHour' (1:52). Plus, Geoff breaks down which politician gives the best interview (8:52), the role misinformation plays in today’s politics (12:28), and what it was like covering the Trump administration (18:43).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Geoff Bennett

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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The Art of Local Politics With Mayor Frank Scott

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers welcomes Mayor Frank Scott to discuss the career path that led him to hold office in Little Rock, AR (1:22), having a servant's heart in the world of politics (5:33), and governing during the pandemic (8:04). Plus, Mayor Scott discusses the effort to fight for police reform while combating an uptick in violent crime (12:29).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Mayor Frank Scott

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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Michael Bennett on NFL Activism and Things That Make White People Uncomfortable

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 22:00:13 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by author, activist, and Super Bowl champion Michael Bennett to discuss how he’s spending his post-NFL days studying architecture (7:12), opportunities (or the lack thereof) for Black coaches and executives in the league (10:45), and mental health in the Black community (20:51).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Michael Bennett

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Donnie Beacham

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Deidre DeJear on Why She Wants to Be the Next Governor of Iowa

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 22:14:10 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Deidre DeJear, who is running to be the next governor of Iowa, to talk about the growing diversity in the state (1:00), lessons she learned after her failed run for Iowa's secretary of state (9:30), and what Democratic voters need to see to be motivated to vote in 2022 (16:34).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Deidre DeJear

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Jeffrey Toobin on the Kyle Rittenhouse Case and the Dilemma on the Supreme Court

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 19:05:09 -0000

Bakari is joined by legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin to talk about the details of the Kyle Rittenhouse case (1:00) and what sort of verdict we should expect (10:40), and the dilemma that Democrats are facing regarding the retirement of Justice Stephen Breyer (15:40).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jeffrey Toobin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Soledad O'Brien on the Problems With Political Media, the Coverage of Kamala Harris, and Her Show, 'Matter of Fact'

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 23:59:10 -0000

Bakari is joined by Soledad O'Brien to talk about transitioning from being a reporter to owning her own production company (2:24), the issues with political media and the coverage of Kamala Harris (14:08), and what O'Brien is working on right now including her show, 'Matter of Fact,' and a documentary on Rosa Parks (21:20).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Soledad O'Brien

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Politico's Maya King on Activism at Howard, the Politics of Crime, and the 2022 Elections

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by Politico reporter Maya King to talk about the importance of HBCUs and the recent activism at Howard (2:23), how the politics around crime have changed in recent years (9:59), and what we can expect to happen in the 2022 midterm elections (19:15).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Maya King

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Mental Health, Alternative Medicine, and COVID-19 With Psychiatrist Dr. Thomas Oden

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 11:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by psychiatrist Dr. Thomas Oden to talk about the impact his life experiences have had on the way he practices psychiatry (3:15), his use of alternative medicine in his work (15:24), and how COVID-19 has impacted mental health (18:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dr. Thomas Oden

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Michael Eric Dyson on What People Get Wrong About Critical Race Theory

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by author Michael Eric Dyson to talk about the Democrats’ loss in Virginia and how the Democratic Party has yet to step up for Black voters (5:50), some common misconceptions about critical race theory (12:55), and his newest book, ‘Entertaining Race’ (16:45).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Michael Eric Dyson

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Ricky Williams on Leaving the NFL to Start a Cannabis Company

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by former NFL player Ricky Williams to talk about his NFL career (3:24), why he left the NFL to start a cannabis brand (15:58), and his predictions for this football season (25:25).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Ricky Williams

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Roy Wood Jr. on Stand-up, His Alabama Roots, and What Makes a Comedian

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by comedian Roy Wood Jr. to talk about how he got started in stand-up (1:00), how his Alabama roots have influenced him as a comedian (8:37), and the qualities that make a good comedian (17:08).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Roy Wood Jr.

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Tamron Hall on Her Journey to Become a Talk Show Host and Her New Book, 'As the Wicked Watch'

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari Sellers is joined by talk show host Tamron Hall to discuss her journey from being a news anchor to hosting a weekly talk show (1:00), why she decided to write a mystery novel for her debut book (12:11), and what we can do to fight misinformation in the media (23:29).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Tamron Hall

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Cedric the Entertainer on His Comedy Career, ‘The Neighborhood,’ and Dave Chappelle

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by comedian Cedric the Entertainer to talk about his career and working on ‘Kings of Comedy’ (1:00), his work on the sitcom ‘The Neighborhood’ (10:37), and his thoughts on the controversy around Dave Chappelle’s latest special (21:37).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Cedric the Entertainer

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The Restoration of Voting Rights and Florida Politics With Desmond Meade

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by president of the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition, Desmond Meade, to talk about how overcoming homelessness and addiction shaped his worldview (3:45), his work in Florida to restore voting rights to people with past felony convictions (12:04), and his new book 'Let My People Vote' (23:32).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Desmond Meade

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Dr. Charles Thompson on What It’s Like to Be a Bariatric Surgeon

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Dr. Charles Thompson, a bariatric surgeon, to talk about some of the common misconceptions about bariatrics (3:21), racism in medicine (9:39), and the various connections between mental health and physical health (17:03).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dr. Charles Thompson

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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New York Times Reporter Jonathan Martin on the Dysfunction Around Biden's Infrastructure Bill and the Build Back Better Agenda

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 20:02:23 -0000

Bakari is joined by New York Times reporter Jonathan Martin to talk about the infighting among Democrats around President Joe Biden's domestic agenda (2:22), what is motivating senators Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema (12:48), and whether and when we can expect to see Biden's infrastructure bill passed (21:08).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jonathan Martin

Executive Producer: Jarrod Loadholt

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Thu, 08 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith, the leader of President Biden's Health Equity Task Force, to talk about what exactly health equity is (3:20), what COVID variants are and how worried you should be about them (9:00), and the campaign to get more people vaccinated (17:30).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Dr. Marcella Nunez-Smith

Producer: Kaya McMullen

Associate Producer: Lani Renaldo

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A Conversation About Economics, Policing, and Race With Morgan Williams Jr.

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Morgan Williams Jr., a postdoctoral fellow at NYU, to talk about a recent paper he released on how the size of a police force impacts Black residents (5:00), some of the findings from his research that surprised him (16:30), and how his research fits into the overall "defund the police" debate (28:27).

Read the paper here.

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Morgan Williams Jr.

Producer: Kaya McMullen

Engineer: Isaiah Blakely

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CNN's Elie Honig on Rudy Giuliani and the Differences Between Joe Biden and Donald Trump's DOJ Departments

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by CNN's senior legal analyst Elie Honig to talk about Rudy Giuliani being suspended from practicing law and what it means for him (3:39), his new book 'Hatchet Man' that chronicles Bill Barr's time as attorney general (14:33), and the differences between Joe Biden and Donald Trump's DOJ departments (20:25).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Elie Honig

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Jamie Hector on His Acting Career From 'The Wire' to 'Bosch'

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by actor Jamie Hector to talk about how he got into acting, his role as Marlo on 'The Wire' (4:39), his time on 'Bosch' and why he thinks the show has such a loyal fan base (13:42), and the work he does to inspire other young Black actors (18:34).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Jamie Hector

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Malcolm Spellman on the Value of Failure, Being Black in Hollywood, and Working With Marvel

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' executive producer Malcolm Spellman to talk about getting started in Hollywood and why he had to fail for almost a decade before he could succeed (1:40), the limitations that Black people face while working in the film industry (13:18), and working on 'The Falcon and the Winter Soldier' (23:21).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Malcolm Spellman

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Ursula Burns on Being the CEO of Xerox, Black Women in STEM, and Inspiring the Next Generation of Black Kids

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Nsé Ufot on What It Takes To Turn a Red State Blue and Fighting Voter Suppression

Mon, 17 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Nsé Ufot, CEO of the New Georgia Project, to talk about the time and money that went into turning a state like Georgia blue in the 2020 election (2:56), some of the various voter suppression efforts her organization is currently fighting (16:58), and what will happen if the Voting Rights Act in its current form is still in effect in the 2022 midterm elections (22:11).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Nsé Ufot

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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David Oyelowo on Coming Up in Theater, Representation in Film, and Making 'The Water Man'

Thu, 13 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by actor and director David Oyelowo to talk about how getting his start in theater shaped his acting career (2:35), his new movie, 'The Water Man,' and why he felt drawn to telling this story (15:10), and why it shouldn't be controversial for Black British actors to portray African American icons in movies (25:10).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: David Oyelowo

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Chuck Schumer on the American Rescue Plan, Canceling Student Debt, and the Next 100 Days in Congress

Mon, 10 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to talk about what effects the recently passed American Rescue Plan will have on child poverty (3:29), whether or not it is still possible to cancel student debt (12:10), and his goals for the next 100 days in Congress (15:05).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Chuck Schumer

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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The Truth About the COVID Vaccines With Jalen Rose and Dr. Italo M. Brown

Thu, 06 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

In partnership with More Than a Vote, Bakari is joined by Jalen Rose and Dr. Italo M. Brown to talk about how COVID has impacted the Black community in Detroit (3:15), why Black people are getting vaccinated at a lower rate (18:32), and what we need to do to reach herd immunity (29:06).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Jalen Rose and Dr. Italo M. Brown

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Gary Chambers on the Life of An Activist, Police Reform, and Creating a Better Louisiana

Mon, 03 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by activist and former political candidate Gary Chambers to talk about what life is like for someone who calls themselves an activist (5:02), the difficulties of advocating for progressive police reform (14:10), and the work he is doing to change Louisiana for the better (19:05).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Gary Chambers

Producer: Kaya McMullen

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Wes Moore on Freddie Gray, Police Accountability, and Closing the Racial Wealth Gap

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Reecie Colbert, Chris Evans, and Julie Zebrak

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Donna Brazile on Vice Presidential Candidate Kamala Harris

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by political strategist, campaign manager, and analyst Donna Brazile to discuss Kamala Harris’s selection as Joe Biden’s running mate for the 2020 presidential election. They discuss the process of selecting a vice president, Harris’s qualifications for the position, strategies the Republican Party will look to use against her, getting Americans involved in the election process as poll workers, and more.

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0000

Bakari is joined by author and MSNBC contributor Tiffany Cross to talk about what the Biden campaign needs to be doing to win over Black voters (9:17), the latest on the vice presidential search (25:00), and why the story of intelligence reports that Russians offered Taliban-linked militants bounties for killing American soldiers is not getting more traction (32:57).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guest: Tiffany Cross

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Deshaun Watson on Changing the NFL and Alan Cavanna on the NASCAR Noose Investigation

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0000

For the first episode of 'The Bakari Sellers' podcast, Bakari is joined by Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson to talk about his time at Clemson (5:37) and the social justice movement happening within the NFL (16:34). Then, Fox Sports reporter Alan Cavanna joins the show to talk about the history of race and NASCAR and the latest developments with the noose investigation (26:41).

Host: Bakari Sellers

Guests: Deshaun Watson and Alan Cavanna

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