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In this episode, I have a conversation with Alison Joyce Rogers, a Black business owner in the UK to get her perspective regarding the ongoing global protests against systemic racism and police brutality. We'll discuss Black life in England and how it compares to the Black experience in America. You can get more information about her business as www.toothbuckle.com.

In light of the ongoing protests against racism going on all over the world, more White people are asking how they can be a part of the solution and no longer part of the problem. In this episode, I talk with Lamont Collins, the owner and curator of the Roots 101: African American Museum in Louisville, Kentucky about where White people need to start. EDUCATION!Look for a special group of photos and videos associated with this podcast and for past episodes, log onto https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc62tXAv8yiDoWyZrhU1aemBjlAvt1zOM

This is my conversation about the Black Men's Black Lives Matter march I was a part of earlier in the day and some of the solutions some of us are coming up with regarding police reform.

In light of the murders of Ahmaud Avery of Georgia and Breonna Taylor of Louisville, I've seen lots of Whites speak out in protest on social media. Cool, but it's not enough. This is an encore episode in which I ask why don't more Whites speak out against racism and get answers from other White people.

This week, I take a look at how racial disparities in law enforcement and the health care system have a n adverse effect on Black & Brown people as it relates to Covid -19. You'll hear from Dr. Armen Henderson, Internal Medicine Physician & Asst Professor Of Medicine University Of Miami, who was arrested for "Volunteering While Black", Dr. Patrice Harris, President Of The American Medical Association and Dr. Uche' Blackstock, an Emergency Care Physician and Founder of Advancing Medical Equity. All 3 Black doctors on the front line of the Covid - 19 pandemic.

As a producer and musician, I really miss the creative energy of being in a recording studio. I've always found peace in creative chaos. There's nothing like working with a group of really talented players to bring an artist's vision to life.Speaking of which, you'll hear the story of how Michael Jackson's "Beat It" almost didn't make it to "Thriller", how a 5 year old little girl was the inspiration for "Human Nature" and the lesson Prince taught Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis about limitations and possibilities.Also, who was the artist I had to virtually kick out of the studio and how became a part of one of the most important songs in my life.I'm going to talk about some recording sessions that I wished I could've been a part of and share some music by a rock group that I produced several years ago. I'm feeling nostalgic and missing quite a few people these days.Featured Music includes - "Human Nature" Written By Steve Porcaro, "Naked In The Garden Of Allah" Written By Robert Lamm, "This Is How We Do It" Writ

Given Trump's history of lies and his poor handling of the Covid - 19 pandemic, I'm taking a look at how the media is partly responsible for the attacks it gets and how it strikes a balance between the lies and actual real information.

In this episode, I take a look at one of the unintended consequences of fighting the Covid - 19 Virus. The almost exponential increase in internet usage and family members who could get lost in the shuffle. I also take a look at how the Federal Government's response compared to that of individual states. Who's doing the better job?

What do Prince, Taylor Swift, TLC, The Rolling Stones & Megan The Stallion all have in common? In this episode, we'll take a look at the history of really bad record deals and how they effected the artists involved. If you're an artist starting out and want to get into the music business, we'll tell you how you can get the information you need for less than $5.00!

In this episode, we take a look at what went down this past Super Tuesday. What went right? What went wrong and what the candidates have to do to win going forward. We'll also play "What If" as I kick around a few scenarios for the eventual nominee and who his potential running mates could be.For past episodes, go to https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc62tXAv8yiDoWyZrhU1aemBjlAvt1zOM

With Democrat Bernie Sanders as the front runner for the presidential nomination, others in the party have gone into panic mode. We examine why this episode and as we get ready for Super Tuesday, you'll hear from some Black Voters in South Carolina ahead of next week's primary there.

In honor of Black History Month, I decided to dig into the Mark Gunn Media Inc. archives to bring you a conversation I had with the late, great Charlie Murphy.We talk about life, comedy, working with his brother Eddie and Dave Chappelle. We also talk about beer! Check it out. All comments welcomed.

When it comes to the Black vote, Democrats haven't lived up to their end of the bargain. In this episode, I discuss the problematic relationship and why, even though we're not going to the GOP, more and more Blacks are leaving the Democrats.

iHeart Media began firing hundreds of its employees over the last week in what some are calling a "bloodbath". It was in an effort to cut costs and invest more into technology like Artificial Intelligence. As a former radio personality and Program Director, I discuss the effect that this move and deregulation have on not only those that lost jobs, but on you as radio listeners.

In this episode, we take a look at the relationship between racism and mental health and how constant exposure to it can have a detrimental effect, especially as it relates to Black men. I also share a special poem written by David Anthony Butler.