Carolyn Fowler of the California Democratic Party shares why Kamala Harris is qualified
Kamala and the Democratic Pivot - Carolyn Fowler, California Democratic Party
Presidential politics have erupted into a firestorm. as President Biden steps out of the race and Vice President Kamala Harris steps in. This all caps a few weeks of intensities - from dep concerns for Biden's age to the assassination attempt on Former President Donald Trump, to the President contracting COVID, And now with an insanely short amount of time until the election Kamala Harris is now the presumptive nominee. We connect with Carolyn Fowler, a veteran official in the California Democratic Party where she serves as Controller. She is also the Chair of the Women's Caucus for the Democratic National Party. Of course she is a soror of VP Harris (AKA)..... Join us as we reflect on recent events and the view from the front lines as campaigns pivot.
Global Film Connection - Prince Kofi Joshua Morrison
Our Ghanaian brother Prince Joshua Morrison is releasing his film, Mother in Law starring Vivica A. Fox and Miguel Nunez. We're inviting you to look for to invite you to the premiere. and to look and support the film in general. We're contemplating the notion of building a bridge of music arts and culture with Africa and African Americans. he challenges of Hollywood and the triumphs of being an independent filmmaker. PThis is a great conversation... Global Perspectives. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mother-in-law-movie-premiere-tickets-894134659837 is your invitation to the Premiere... For those who find this after the Premiere you can see the trailer here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXG8_uVqkq8&t=53s
Contemplating Consciousness , Democracy and Global Thought
With so much in front of us in America, I am contemplating our freedom as a black American. Our cultural perspectives. Our history and our link to Africa. Contemplations....
How hould we commemorate Juneteenth? Dr. Daniel Walker
While we celebrate with festivals and shows, we wanted to also contemplate the history of the time of Emancipation. The movement of the people as a result. We are looking at the history with Dr. Daniel Walker.
30 years of Democracy: South Africa Post Apartheid
It's been thirty years since the evil system of Apartheid was overthrown and dismantled in South Africa. As the nation celebrates and reflects, we are touching bases with Pastor Kelvin Sauls Live from Johannesburg as he gives us an up close and personal perspective of the state of South Africa. What does the gospel of social justice look like in a post apartheid society?
Cultural Conundrums: Diddy, Lizzo: Darryl James- Author, journalist, cultural critic, Rap Historian
If one looks across social media, one could surmise our culture is devolving. Are we in a "race to the bottom"? The "town square" is abuzz with the stories emerging from Sean "Puffy" Combs world, Folk are talking about Lizzo and her frustration with the hateration she receives on socials, everywhere we look its stripper culture and thuggery as the primary portrayals of who we are as a people. Not to mention the music..... IS our culture devolving? What is up with us? We are linking up with Darryl James, publisher, Author, journalist and rap historian to observe and share perspectives of our seemingly "Cultural Conundrums.
The Seven Last Sayings of Jesus Christ - Good Friday
Its Good Friday and I thought I would contemplate with you the essence of today. We observe when they crucified Jesus Christ. And while he hung on that cross after an unjust arrest, snitched o by one of his closest crew, given an illegal trial, convicted wrongly, abused by police and ultimately executed by the state all because he promoted love in the world. Let us review the seven last sayings and the contemplations we can draw from them.
Live from Johannesburg: Nonn Botha renowned radio broadcaster
South African Jazz Movement: I am often asked about the music of Africa. Sure, we hear Afrobeats, that awesome genre centered from a lot of Nigerian artists, but what about other expressions of
Music from other parts of the continent? Other genres like r&b, jazz? On the next Coffee Conversations with Greg J., we explore the music of South Africa… more specifically the genre of jazz and the movement to preserve its legacy. We are reaching out to Johannesburg South Africa to speak with renowned radio personality and
Musicologist Nonn Botha as we explore the music and trends happening on the continent. Is Jazz dying? What is the legacy of Hugh Masekela and artists like him… we are getting jazzy in an African way… streaming live later today on FB and Instagram and YouTube.. and
On demand thereafter with audio on your favorite podcast platforms… #global #arts #culture #commuity #musicent:
Crisis in Haiti: Monique Clesca live from Port Au Prince
Last week, we were honored to hear from renowned journalist, witer, and Former UN Official Monique Clesca as she shared an "on the ground" perspective of the chaos erupting in Haiti. Armed gangs have taken over large swaths of land and government has been rendered ineffective. Two prison breaks and unbridled violence are happening all around. When we livestreamed this we encountered many audio problems, so this rebroadcast is the fully repaired interview. This is fascinating and substantive discussion about the Haitian situation happening right outside Monique's doorstep. We are grateful for Ms Clesca's time and we ferveently pray her safety.
The Case for Reparations - Chris Lodgson, CJEC
One of the things we should be thinking about is the issue of Reparations. In California, this is the only state in the union where state government has undertaken an exhaustive study on reparations. Several reports, several bills and the power of the California Legislative Black Caucus is driving this effort. We speak with Chris Lodgson, of the CJEC - Coalition For A Just & Equitable California as he walks us through various aspects of the task force reports. Want to hear more about reparations? Tap In.. This is fascinating and informative dialogue.
Haiti in Crisis - Live from Port Au Prince: Monique Cleska
Jovenel Moïse, the 43rd president of Haiti, was assassinated on July 7, 2021 at his residence in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Ever since, this island nation has fast devolved into impending chaos. In this majority black nation, a nation that counts one of the only successful slave revolts among its history, it's legacy is wrought with chapters of instability and continuous revolution against colonialism and subjugation. The post-assassination government endorsed and supported by the United States is failing and anarchy is bubbling in the streets. We are privileged to have, live from Port Au Prince, Monique Cleska. She is a journalist, author, activist and former United Nations official representing Haiti. She's going to share her perspectives on the Haiti situation. colonialism
Listen to this excerpt from our podcast Coffee Conversations with Greg J as Pastor @kelvin Sauls speaks about black immigrants and global unity... Get the entire episode wherever you get your favorite podcasts....
Global Assignment: The legacy of Runoko Rashidi - Anthony Browder
We are honored to speak with the renowned Pan-African scholar Anthony Browder as we reflect on the legacy of legendary historian Runoko Rashidi. We're speaking about the importance of African history as it relates to our consciousness in America. We're also getting a peek at the trailer of "Global Assignment, a documentary lifting up the life of Brother Runoko. and the John Henri Clarke Project. History matters...
Pan African Heritage Museum
This is a massive project in Ghana. The digital collection is already available to
View at www.pahmuseum.org while fundraising efforts are underway for the actual structures to be built in the Heritahe Hills in Cape Coast Ghana…. Here is the promo video
Pan African Heritage Museum - Cape Coast Ghana: Kojo Yankah, Founder
On this episode of Coffee Conversations with Greg J., we are lifting up an incredible project in Ghana, the Pan African Heritage Museum Listen as Kojo Yankah joins us from Cape Coast Ghana, to share the whys and wherefores of this great museum . In the meantime, go to www.pahmuseum.org to see the entire digital exhibit. Learn how you can support the building of this great edifice and open your hearts and mind towards a consciousness of history. OUR history.
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The Making of Hip-Hop: History of HipHop Journalism - Darryl James
This is rebroadcast of our earlier stream. For some reason we got knocked completely off. Hopefully this will run all the way through.. Fascinating discussion on HipHop publications and a sidebar on politics in the land. Darryl James is a Pblisher, Author, Entrepreneur. Back in the day he founded RapSheet the first HipHop Newspaper. This is rich history...
