Necessary Blackness Podcast

**Relentless Aaron’s Shocking Encounter with Sean ‘Puffy’ Combs; The Night Puff Tried To Kill Me** Dec 19, 2023

Filmmaker and journalist **Rahiem Shabazz** engages in a conversation with @relentlessaaron **Relentless Aaron**, also known by his pen name **DeWitt Gilmore**, a New York Times best-selling author and a prominent figure in the 1990s New York hip-hop scene. They discuss Relentless Aaron’s latest memoir, ***“The Night Puff Tried to Kill Me.”*** In this revealing interview, **Relentless Aaron** provides a firsthand account of the ruthless world of music promotion and shares his intense encounter with **Sean *“Puffy”* Combs**. This book holds deep personal significance for Relentless, marking the first time he has opened up in an interview or spoken publicly about his experiences. **Gilmore** emphasizes that “***The Night Puff Tried to Kill Me”*** goes beyond being a personal narrative; it serves as a poignant reflection on the intricacies of the entertainment industry and a testament to the resilient human spirit. The entire interview will be available on the **Necessary Blackness YouTube page.**
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**EP: 160 -Wealth Chronicles: Unveiling the Power of Life Insurance for Generational Prosperity** Nov 15, 2023

In a this episode of “Necessary Blackness,” the esteemed host Rahiem Shabazz engages in a insightful conversation with the distinguished guest, Ebonè Gee, exploring the pivotal significance of life insurance in the context of establishing Black generational wealth. During the discussion, Ebone Gee adeptly delineates the distinctions among term life, universal life, and final expense policies, offering valuable insights to assist individuals in discerning the most suitable option based on their unique circumstances.
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**Necessary Blackness – EP: 159 -Exploring The Significance of Ancestry Genealogy w/ Ronica Bey** Nov 01, 2023

Join us as **Rahiem Shabazz** sits down with the remarkable humanitarian and author, **Ronica Bey**, in the newest episode of Necessary Blackness. In this enlightening conversation, we delve into the profound importance of connecting with your genealogy and its profound links to our ancestors. Explore the captivating voyage of discovering your heritage and embracing the profound wisdom of indigenous communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insight and inspiration from a truly transformative discussion!
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 158 – From Powerless To Powerful w/ Shekinah Key** Oct 30, 2023

We are honored to have a truly remarkable guest on the Necessary Blackness Podcast. **Shekinah Keys**, born in Israel to Black American parents who made their way to what many consider the Holy Land. Raised in a family devoted to Hebrew Israelite beliefs, she will discuss her recent transition and great awakening, offering us insights into her evolving spiritual journey. Today, we will delve into her unique life experiences, including her perspective on living in Israel and the ongoing complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The name “*Shekinah*” itself holds a special significance, translating to “***Dwelling or Presence***” in Hebrew. It’s a powerful symbol of divine feminine energy, and we are truly blessed to have her presence on our show.

**Shekinah Information/Contact:** https://linktr.ee/Porayah
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**Ep: 157 -| Interview with Real Estate Maven Constance Carter** Jun 11, 2023

**Rahiem Shabazz**, the host of the **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, recently had an opportunity to interview **Constance Carter**, a prominent figure in the real estate industry. Their discussion centered around the contrasting perspectives of renters versus owners and the significance of breaking the generational curse within the Black community, particularly concerning wealth transfer. The conversation delved into various topics, covering the importance of Black Americans’ engagement in homeownership and other avenues for building and preserving wealth for future generations. They explored the far-reaching implications of this issue and touched upon additional subjects that hold great relevance.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 156 – “Unleashing Creativity: Sincere Luv Da God”** May 08, 2023

Sincere Luv Da God, a highly accomplished and multi-talented artist, is set to make his much-anticipated debut appearance on the esteemed Necessary Blackness Podcast. During this insightful discussion, Sincere will delve into the intricacies of his latest album, the “Master Table”, and the release of his riveting new children’s book entitled “Seven The Heru”. As an accomplished rapper, author, and podcaster, Sincere is a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry. His popular podcast, “Sincere Luv The God“, has garnered a loyal following, cementing his status as a respected figure in the world of podcasting. Join us as we delve deeper into the creative process of this prolific artist, and gain unique insights into his personal and professional journey. With his unmatched talent and creative prowess, Sincere Luv Da God is a name that is sure to remain at the forefront of the entertainment industry for years to come.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 155 W/ Kristin Henning: How America Criminalizes Black Youth** Apr 14, 2023

**Kristin Henning,** an author and advocate for children, joins **Rahiem Shabazz** in a discussion about her latest book,*“The* *Rage of Innocence: How America Criminalizes Black Youth.”*During their conversation, **Kristin** sheds light on America’s irrational and unfounded fear of Black youth, which has led to a long history of unjust arrests and wrongful convictions of Black individuals in the country. Shabazz delves into the stories of some of the most infamous cases, including the **Scottsboro Boys**, **Emmett Till,** and the **Central Park Five**. Listeners are encouraged to tune in with an attentive ear to gain a deeper understanding of this important issue.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 154 – ‘The Council of Mothers’ Takes a Stand Against Mushroom Misuse and Tantric Healers’ Inappropriate Touch** Apr 03, 2023

There is a pressing issue concerning men, in the so-called consciousness community using mushrooms for plant medicine ceremonies, often as a date rape drug, alongside tantric healers exploiting tantric massages to inappropriately touch women. However, **Kajara Nebthet** has provided insights on the matter, detailing the proactive measures her and ‘The Council of Mothers’ are taking to eliminate this problem and support women in their quest for justice.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep:153: 1 on 1 with Director Amadeuz Christ** Mar 26, 2023

In the latest episode of **Necessary Blackness**, **Rahiem Shabazz** sits down with film director, **Amadeuz Christ**, to discuss his documentary, “*Out of Darkness*,” which examines the untold history of African people and the African cultural contribution to the nations of the world. In his latest documentary, “*Heavy Is The Crown”* explores the African origins of the world’s major religions by examining the “original mythological story” that has served as the basis for spiritual systems across the planet, and arguably even the concept of the “western drama” itself
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 152 -No More Lies! ‘Truth Be Told’ with Goddess Aayanna** Feb 21, 2023

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** got the opportunity to interview the **Goddess Aayanna** while she was in town. We discussed whether Black Masculinity were under attack and why Black Love is Revolutionary. Check out the entire interview and indulge yourself in the divine feminine energy of the Goddess.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 151 -No More Lies! ‘Truth Be Told’ with SharBates** Feb 13, 2023

Two truth-tellers, **@iamsharbates** & **@rahiemshabazz** sat down to discuss the structural and systematic injustice Black America face today. We also took an uninhibited look at police killings of unarmed black folks.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 150 -No More Lies! ‘Truth Be Told’ with ZeZe** Jan 06, 2023

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** will be interviewing ZeZe of A2Z TV about the rise of Foundational Black American and the need for Reparations.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 149 – Free Ozone** Dec 06, 2022

Necessary Blackness speaks with Brother Ken Chairman and Attorney for People’s Legal Aid Project about the upcoming trial of Otha Wallace who is facing capital murder for defending himself from law enforcement. It’ very important we get behind the campaign to save brother Otha’s life. We know the system is corrupt and there are numerous incidents where innocent men are convicted and then sentenced to death.

When we look at Race and Capital Punishment, Blacks make up 42% of those of Death Row. The number of Black defendants executed for killing a white victim remains the highest percentage our of all racial combinations. So we know there is racist practices and this is systemic problem.

If you’re unable to contribute, please spread the word with via twitter, instagram or facebook.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 148 – Black & Brown Myth & Reparation w/ Dr. Randy Short** Nov 14, 2022

**Dr. Randy Short** talks the Black & Brown Myth, Transnational Black Movement and Reparation. Dr. Shorts spoke with us a few days before the historical #Rally4Reparation that took place in D.C. on November 5th.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 147 – The Pamela Turner Case: Justice Denied** Oct 16, 2022

Necessary Blackness sits down with fearless social justice activist **Arthur Reed** to talk about the miscarriage of justice and the bias judge that presided over the case involving the killing of Pamela Turner, in Baytown, Texas.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 146 Conversation w/ Emerald Garner (Daughter of Eric Garner)** Oct 11, 2022

Necessary Blackness interviews the daughter of Eric Garner, (Emerald Garner) who was brutally murdered by the police. We discussed the tragic loss, her activism, the need for change when it come to qualify immunity for police officers, as well as her recently released book, “Finding My Voice”.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep 145- ZaZa Ali Talks Science As A Weapon** Oct 04, 2022

Warrior Scholar ZaZa Ali stopped by Necessary Blackness while in Atlanta to discuss, Science as a Weapon, Natural vs Synthetic and how spiritual warfare is being played out in our music and all throughout social media.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 144- All Love Branding** Sep 18, 2022

Necessary Blackness Podcast interview, Love of All Love Kauai where she enlighten us about the teachings of **Maser**u **Emote (江本勝,** and howhuman consciousness could affect the molecular structure of water. The belief that words contains emotional energies and vibrations became the impetus for starting a clothing line with a positive affirmation. coupled with the teaching of Emote. Listen as Love takes us on her journey as an entrepreneur and how the healing powers of water plays an important part of her life.

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Necessary Blackness EP 143- Red Pill Talks Facts Initiative & MART 125 Sep 09, 2022

Red Pill sat down with Necessary Blackness to talk about how MART 125 coincided with the golden era of “Hip-Hop” as it was evolving rapidly and how it was commodified as a lifestyle. He also discuses the Facts Initiative and what’s next for the Twin Pillars. Many don’t know the long and fought history of MART 125 in Harlem and how it was the epic center of Black consciousness shaped by hip-hop music. Red Pill breaks it down in this video.

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**Necessary Blackness EP: 142- Monetizing Gentrification & Building Black Ownership** Aug 10, 2022

Today, we interviewed TJ Loftin to the nuisance abatement laws in Atlanta and Los Angelos, which is nothing more than a gentrification strategy hidden under a different name. We also talked about what true Black ownership looks like.
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**The Meaning of Black August & Why Its an Annual Commemoration** Aug 10, 2022

During the month of #blackaugust we expresses solidarity Black political prisoners and prisoners of war. It’s supposed to be a month of sacrifice and self-discipline. From the outset it was aimed at strengthening the Black freedom struggle, within and beyond the walls of prisons. It’s a commemoration, not a celebration. #BlackAugust #PoliticalPrisoners #GeorgeJackson #JonathanJackson #mumia
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**Necessary Blackness Ep:141 – The Fight For Food Sovereignty** Jul 21, 2022

Our guest **Omowale Afrika** will talk about the need for food sovereignty and why this is of paramount concern and how you can join the movement. We also discussed the divide in the 60’s and 70’s between the **Civil Rights Movement & The Freedom Fighters.** He also discuss the importance of **Baba Hannibal Afrik’s** work and why it must be introduced to the current generation and to involve them in the fight.

In 1911, Black owned 16 million acres of land, as of 2017, we lost 90% which leaves us with 4.5 million acres. That represents 1/2 of 1% of all the available farm land in the country. By May off 2022, the value of land Blacks lost is $326 Billion.

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**My Views On “The Woman King”** Jul 10, 2022

The Woman King follows Nanisca (Davis), the general of the Dahomey Amazons, and Nawi (Mbedu), an ambitious recruit in the Kingdom of Dahomey. The film will depict how the pair “fought enemies who violated their honor, enslaved their people, and threatened to destroy everything they have lived for. This is a false narrative created by Hollywood.

“The growth of Dahomey coincided with the growth of the Atlantic slave trade, and it became known to Europeans as a major supplier of slaves. As a highly militaristic kingdom constantly organized for warfare, it captured children, women, and men during wars and raids against neighboring societies, and sold them into the Atlantic slave trade in exchange for European goods such as rifles, gunpowder, fabrics, cowrie shells, tobacco, pipes, and alcohol. Other remaining captives became slaves in Dahomey, where they worked on royal plantations and were routinely mass executed in large-scale human sacrifices during the festival celebrations known as the Annual Customs of Dahomey.”

Check out the video where I go into depth on the screenwriter, director, and cinematographer being all non-black. I also touch on how the inclusion of the LBGQT agenda will possibly be infused in the storyline.
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**Necessary Blackness: Ep 140 The Social Contract is Broken and Void** May 18, 2022

**Necessary Blackness Podcas**t caught up with Community Activist and Award-Winning Author, Kimberly Latrice Jones to discuss her latest book, **How Can We Win**: *Race, History and Changing the Money Game That’s Rigged* where she goes in depth about the economic disparities Black Americans have faced for generations and offers ways to fight against a system that is still rigged.

Before there was **Barak Obama**, there was **Harold Washington,** before **Harold Washington** there was **Rudy Lozano**.

Social Justice Warrior, **Kimberly Latrice Jones** gives us a history lesson on the great visionary **Rudy Lozano**, and talks about his unwavering dedication to amplifying the peoples voice, his assassination and the vision he set forth for others to follow.

With the upcoming 37th year anniversary of the MOVE Movement bombing, Kimberly recalls the Philadelphia based group quest for justice and why its important to keep Mumia’s name alive.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 139 -Candid Conversation w/ Rizza Islam Necessary Blackness Ep: 139 – Rizza Islam** Mar 17, 2022

**Rizza Islam** joins us in the studio to talk about everything from **COVID-19** to the on going war between **Russia** and **Ukraine**. We also discuss the importance of land ownership and establishing generational wealth.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 138- Building Wealth & Personal Finance w/ Andre Hatchett** Aug 30, 2021

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, we sat down with **Andre Hatchett**, who is a nationally acclaimed entrepreneur and philanthropist. **Mr. Hatchett** is the owner of ‘The Black Real Estate School, The Notary Business School, and co-founder of Buy Black NYC.

Andre explains how your financial standing can change for the better despite the pandemic and why investing in the real estate market is a sure win, now more than ever.

Andre Hatchett can also be heard on “The Hatchett Way Podcast”
https://www.youtube.com/c/AndreCHatchett/featured

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 137 -Black Male Doula Becomes Advocate For Black Women Necessary Blackness Ep: 137 – Black Male Doula Becomes Advocate For Black Women** Jul 21, 2021

From advocating for social justice in the streets to Hospitals and Birth Centers, **Moorish Chef** speaks to Necessary Blackness Podcast about being a Male Doula, the Spiritual Nature of giving birth, and the holistic process a mother goes through when delivering the greatest gift to the world.
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**Necessary Blackness EP 136- America’s Favorite Dad Released From Prison #BillCosby** Jul 03, 2021

The release of Bill Cosby due to prosecutorial misconduct is not a technicality. Only those not educated on legalese, also known as legal jargon, will say #BillCosby was let out on a technicality

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Elementary Genocide, Rahiem Shabazz, Necessary Blackness Podcast, — **Necessary Blackness Ep: 135 – White Oppression Black Trauma: An Afrocentric Approach To Healing** Jun 07, 2021

Necessary Blackness Podcast host **Rahiem Shabazz** talks with High Heals about intergenerational trauma. **High Heals** is a modern day Sharman known for being an energy healer who brings high energy vibrations to the collective. We also spoke about so-called Relationship Coach **Kevin Samuels** and his definition of high value men and this is what she had to say…
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Necessary Blackness Ep: 134 The Truth About Patrisse Cullors & #BlackLiveMatter Movement Apr 23, 2021

In 2014, the first dollar raised was a GoFundMe using the picture of Shá Dixon at an action of civil disobedience. This picture helps the District Attorney, harass, target, and arrest Ms. Dixon. During her trial, BLM never assisted her, paid for lawyers, etc after using her picture illegally. Sha’ Dixon gives us a sneak peek into the earlier workings of the Black Lives Matter Movement and discusses in detail her departure.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 133 Interview w/ Maria Lloyd** Apr 06, 2021

Necessary Blackness sat down with seasoned copywriter **Maria Lloyd** to discuss her latest book, **Words Are Wealth:** *A Beginner’s Guide To Writing Profitable Copy For Email Marketing & Facebook Ads.* Whether its Email Marketing or CRM Marketing Automation, Maria helps to make it simple. Her copywriting firm, Management 24, has taken clients from zero to an estimated seven-figures since 2015.

Interested in purchasing your copy: https://wordsarewealth.com/
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 132 – No Address Documentary** Apr 06, 2021
**Rahiem Shabazz** will sit-down with Director **Caletta Harris** for a one-on-one interview to discuss her award-winning documentary series, *“No Address”* and the criminalization of homelessness. We will also disclose some of the proven tactical solutions, us as a community can do to end this ongoing crisis.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 131 The Curse of Gospel** Mar 15, 2021

Necessary Blackness got a chance to sit down with Crumb of **CrumbTV** to discuss the origin of Negro Spirituals and how the Gospel (God-Spell), which is traditionally rooted in the church will alienate a musician once they start singing secular music. Crumb goes deep into the lives of *Sam Cooke*, who shook the gospel world to its roots and how his tragic death could be related to his secular music career. *Ray Charles, Bobby Womack*, *Marvin Gay*e and others are discussed in this deep and informative podcast.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 130- Clearing The Air w/ Special Guest Jade** Mar 10, 2021

**Rahiem Shabazz** interviews Special Guest Jade to discuss the *“Clear The Air”* initiative and fight against anti-black racism. We also will discuss political prisoner **Mumia Abu Jamal** who recently caught COVID-19 and the movement underway to free him from incarceration.

Video: https://youtu.be/j87yu4gHE04
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Necessary Blackness Ep: 129 Decolonizing Your Love Mar 05, 2021

Necessary Blackness Podcast conducted an exclusive interview with Nwasha and Montsho Edu, who specialize in culturally-based counseling for couples and singles. Nwasha and Montsho guide couples and singles through the Sacred Science of SoulMating and is the co-creator of a cultural alternative to Valentine’s Day, called Akoma Day, currently celebrated in 14 countries.

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Necessary Blackness Podcast EP: 128 Mar 05, 2021

In Episode 128, Rahiem Shabazz and Co-Host Marci Li decided to do a quick podcast and talk about NFL Football Player, Chad Wheeler abusing a Black woman and mainstream media lack of coverage.

Full Interview on Youtube https://youtu.be/C7SCIUb-p40

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Necessary Blackness Ep: 128 – Prof. James Smalls- Culture & Politics In Black America Mar 04, 2021

Necessary Blackness Podcast started the year 2021 with a powerful interview from the Grand Master Teacher James Smalls. We spoke about Trump’s supporters storming the Capitol, should Blacks join the military, and several other topics concerning Black America.

“We do too much protesting. Our primary objective should always be food, clothing, shelter, safety, and security. Then the next step of clarity is you must control the economy, politics, and culture where you live. And if you’re clear on that then you understand that will allow you access for control of land, labor, and resources in your community. And you’ll have no need to protest”.-Prof. James Smalls-

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 127 – The Year End Edition** Dec 31, 2020

2020 will be remembered for the worst pandemic in history, economic crisis, and massive protest. Rahiem Shabazz and Marci Li are here to talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly. In the 2nd part of the broadcast, Born King Allah talks Dr. Khalid Muhammad, being a young freedom fighter, and how he would walk the streets of Harlem with Dr. Khalid Muhammad and defend him during his appearance on the Phil Donahue Show.

Full Interview on Youtube: https://youtu.be/v99U3JheNRM
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 125 The UnAmerican Dilemma w/ Omowale Afrika** Dec 06, 2020

In this interview Omowale Afrikatalks about his new documentary and the aftermath of the 2020 election. #UnAmericanDilemma documentary

**@RahiemShabazz**
**@4evermarcili**
**Available now:** https://vimeo.com/ondemand/unamerican

**Link to full interview:** https://youtu.be/T0fOIvn0FQk
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**Necessary Blackness Ep 124: Black Power Versuz Anti-Hotep Crusaders** Dec 05, 2020
We going live to discuss the latest vitriol towards those who stand for Black Liberation by those who put out disparaging comments. We discuss Jidenna and his comments about Hoteps being one of his top 5 enemies. We also breakdown and discuss the situation that happened at True Kitchen Kocktails in Dallas, TX. We stand in support of the owner and encourage everyone to support Black-owned businesses. Salute to True Kitchen Kocktails owner Kevin Kelly! http://truekitchenkocktails.com/ The post Necessary Blackness Ep 124: Black Power Versuz Anti-Hotep Crusaders appeared first on Elementary Genocide.

**Necessary Blackness Ep: 123 – RED PILL Speaks Black Society, Spiritual Growth, Hip-Hop & Healthy Living** Nov 21, 2020

Necessary Blackness Podcast got a chance to go live with Red Pill on Youtube and Facebook. We talked about the state of Black Society, Spiritual Growth, Hip-Hop & Healthy Living.

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**Dr. Carmen Johnson Speaks on Being Framed & Sentenced** Nov 03, 2020

Today we are interviewing **Carmen Johnson** who was falsely accused and sentenced for Residential Mortgage Fraud. Maryland native served 57 months in prison followed by five years supervised release. **Carmen R. Johnson**, PhD, community activist and humanitarian, and is here with us today to discuss the why she was targeted, falsely accused and the aftermath of the situation.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 121 Yarima Karama Talks 2020 Election, Ice Cube & SCOTUS Confirmation** Nov 03, 2020

Today we are interviewing **Yarima Karama** on the political climate in regard to the Presidential election, what does Black America look like with 4 more years of Trump, and why Joe Biden and **Kamala Harris** are not for Black America. We also talked about the controversy surrounding Ice Cube, the SCOTUS confirmation hearing with Amy Coney Barrett, and much more.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 120 – PLANDEMIC COVID-19 No Need To Panic** Oct 19, 2020

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** had the opportunity to interview **Keidi Obi Awadu** on his recently released book, **“Panic:** *What the Coronavirus Pandemic Tells Us About the State of the World”*. Brother Keidi spoke in-depth about the fear and anxiety caused by sensationalist news headlines giving misinformation on COVID-19. **Rahiem Shabazz** and **Marci Li** got a chance to speak to Black America’s most notable dissenting voice against the COVID-19 pandemic and why he is against vaccines.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 119 – Judge Joe Brown Talks Emotional IQ, Breonna Taylor, Making Alliances, Democrat Double Cross and LBGTQ Issues.** Sep 30, 2020

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** had the unique opportunity to interview **Judge Joe Brown.** The beloved Judge talked to **Rahiem Shabazz** and his Co-Host **Marci Li**, about Emotional IQ, **Breonna Taylor,** Making Alliances, Having Allies, as well as the Democrat Double Cross and LBGTQ Issues.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 118 – ReCap of the ‘Foundation Black American Conference’ FBAC2020″** Sep 25, 2020

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** received the distinction of being present at #FBAC2020. **Rahiem Shabazz** had the honor of speaking to the sold-out crowd mass incarceration, the war on drugs, and the connection between slavery, capitalism, and the prison industrial complex, all of which are discussed in his award-winning documentary series, “*Elementary Genocide*“. **Rahiem Shabazz** also delved into what it means to be a Foundation Black American (FBA). The event was attended by Shabazz along with his Co-Host **Marci Li**.
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**Necessary Blacknesss Podcast Ep: 117 – Blue Lives Matter A Protective Class?** Sep 18, 2020

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, ***Rahiem Shabazz*** and **Marci** Li discuss the recent shootings of 2 Los Angeles Sheriffs. Joe Biden tweeted that the act was “Unconscionable” while some celebrate in the streets. What’s the proper response when “the open enemy” is on the receiving end of Karma?
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Necessary Blackness Podcast with Rahiem Shabazz — **Necessary Blackness Ep: 116 – Major Political Parties & Other Hot Topics (AUDIO ONLY)** Sep 09, 2020

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, we discuss the upcoming Presidential election and the state-sanctioned genocidal warfare that is being waged on Black Americans and much more.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 115 – Self-Care When Dealing With A Narcissist** Aug 24, 2020

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Co-Host **Marci Li** talks about being in a relationship with a narcissist, why she took a hiatus from social media and what are the tell-tale signs to know you’re involved with a narcissist. The author and co-host goes into great details about Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) and why it’s such a stigma in the Black Community.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 114 – Crime Bill Joe & Top Cop Kamala – What is Black America Thinking?** Aug 17, 2020

**Joe Biden** has selected Kamala **Harris** to be his running mate, and most people are not happy with the selection of the former prosecutor and onetime 2020 primary rival who has built a reputation as an unyielding antagonist of the Trump administration. One of the problems many Black voters have with **Joe Biden** is the 1994 crime bill he co-authored that led to the mass incarceration of Black Americans. With, **Kamala Harris**, as attorney general, she weaponized technicalities to keep wrongfully convicted people behind bars rather than allow them new trials.

Necessary Blackness Podcast speaks about the Vice President pick and why it’s not a celebratory moment for Black America. Join in on the conversation with Rahiem Shabazz and Marci Li to discuss this pivotal moment in politics.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 113 – Did ‘WAP’ Open Up Pandora’s Box?** Aug 15, 2020

Necessary Blackness Podcast discussing Cardi B and **Megan Thee Stallion’s** WAP song and why it shouldn’t be celebrated and what the negative impressions it gives to today’s youth. We delve further into why negative music is dominating the charts and so much more. In this episode, we are joined by Co-Host **Marci Li**

Do Men Want A Lady In The Streets & A Freak In The Sheets?

Let’s Discuss!!!!
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 112 – William Maliek Evans Challenging The Stereotypes & Empowering The Community** Aug 01, 2020

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, we caught up with **William Maliek Evans** to discuss the organization he founded, “Neighborhood Benches” and why troubled youths should be given a 2nd chance. Mr. Willam details his hard-knock upbringing and the transformation he made after several unfortunate incidents.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep: 111 – Sha’ Dixon Speaks On BLM & The Karens of The World** Jul 23, 2020

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, **Rahiem Shabazz** interviews law student and community activist **Sha’ Dixon**, on being apart of BLM during the initial formation and her decision to leave the organization. We also spoke about the obnoxious, angry, and entitled Karen’s of the world, as well as her recent encounter with one. And we briefly discussed Nick Canon’s apology and why Kanye West is not suitable for the highest-ranking office in the United States.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 110 Prof. James Smalls Talks African Sacred Science & Prince Hall Masonry** Jul 09, 2020

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, **Rahiem Shabazz** speaks with **Professor** **James Smalls.** The Pan-Afrikan activist and speaker take us back to our roots so we can reconnect to the cultural traditions of our ancestors. He delves into the high science of the cosmos to explain how the totality of God is inside of us.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 109 Author P.S. Divine Talks Survival Preparedness, Police Brutality & Martial Arts** Jul 03, 2020

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** interviews author and martial artist **P.S. Divine** about his urban crime and suspense thriller, “*Baby Bye”*. We also talked about survival preparedness and why it’s important for Black society to be prepared to grow our own food, defend ourselves, and if necessary to live off the grid. We also discuss the original of martial arts and how it has its origin in West Africa.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 108 – Defunding The Police vs Decentralize The Police** Jun 26, 2020

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sat with community activist and 3rd generation freedom fighter **Kalonji Changa**, to discuss the difference between defunding the police vs decentralizing the police. We spoke about the need for a residency clause and instituting an autonomous community public safety council to control everything from the fire department and EMS.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 107 Atlanta Uprising- Reporting From The Frontline** Jun 01, 2020

**Martin Luther King Jr** once stated in an interview, *“A riot is the language of the unheard.”* This was in 1966 and nothing has changed since he uttered those prophetic words. That language is being heard and spoken in just about every major city in America and has reverberated to several international countries.

Atlanta citizen quickly took to the street to protest not only the killing of George Floyd but the refusal to arrest the three officers who participated in this brutal murder, as well as only charging fired police officer **Derek Chauvin** with only 3rd-degree murder.

Many watched the protest and demonstration play out on CNN and suddenly things got violent. Few know the root cause except those on the frontline. Necessary Blackness Podcast caught up with one of the front line soldiers and long time community activist **Malik Muhammad** to get a play by play of what really happened. Tune In and Listen.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 105 – CPS Legal Kidnapping of Black Children: Is Your Child Next?** May 07, 2020

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, we speak with **Bekura Wallah Shabazz** about Child Protective Services (CPS) illegal kidnapping of her granddaughter **Sevyn** and how they ignored the law, violate constitutional rights and fabricated evidence with a brazen arrogance totally without fear of reprimand, reprisal or consequences for their illegal actions.

We talked about how Black children are being taken away from their parents by CPS far more often than white children, reflecting a racial disparity in the system that harks back to the days when African children were kidnapped from their homeland and parents to be brought to America. We discussed the financial incentive to placed children in foster care and why transracial adoption is harmful to black children.

The foster care system is just a holding place for children until they are old enough to go to prison. One of the earlier founders of Child Welfare now known as the Foster Care system was Charles Loring Brace, a racist Neanderthal who stated: “the purpose was to prevent these dangerous classes from exploding into rage against the rue of capital”. The premise of foster care has not changed and is a national crisis for all to be concerned about
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**Necessary Blackness EP: 104 – w/ Maria Richard “Business, Economics, & Wealth Building”** Apr 08, 2020

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** interviews marketing strategist and owner of Management 24, **Maria Richard** about the unimaginable impact the Corona Virus is having on Black Entrepreneurs and how we can upscale our business and create the next wave of Black Entrepreneurs. **Mrs. Richard** details four recession-proof businesses and how you can survive unscathed.

For More Information: http://theblackinvestor.com/
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 103 -The Truth Netflix Doesn’t Want You To Know About Madam C.J. Walker** Mar 23, 2020

In this episode, we debunk the lies and half-truths regarding the Netflix docu-series, “*Self-Made*: **Madam C.J. Walker**. We interviewed **Eric Majette Jr,** who Dick Gregory referred to as the ‘Gatekeeper of the Jewels’. Mr. Majette is a historian and founder of the African-American Cultural Heritage Collection (AACHC) and owner of the original collection of **Madam C.J. Walker** artifacts.

The over-fictionalization done in this movie constitutes an opposition to the truth and was intentional. **Kasi Lemmon**, the director utilized the same approach when directing *“Harriett”* and we were equally enraged.

Why embellish the truth to create a story arc when the original story was just as fascinating and inspiring?
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 102 – Blood Sport & White American’s Obsession w/ Guest Crumb** Feb 27, 2020

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, we spoke with **Crumb** of *CrumbTV* on Blood Sport and White America’s pleasure for cruelty and suffering. The cruel Elizabethan and Jacobean animal sport became Anglo-American pass time sport that reveals the darker aspect of their personality trait and mental disorder. The public exhibition of barbarous sports can be traced back to the Romans, to the maltreatment of slaves and what we are witnessing in the world of Boxing and MMA.

We talk about the **Tyson Fury** and **Deontay Wilder** fight in all its complexities and details.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 101 – Who Killed Malcolm X?** Feb 17, 2020

After the airing of the explosive documentary, “Who Killed Malcolm X?” on Nexflix many viewers are wondering, did the FBI had its hand in the infamous assassination of controversial Black leader and activist or was an inside job carried out by his former brothers in the Nation of Islam? or could it have been both? In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz gives his opinion without revealing the explosive and new discovery that was unearthed in the latest documentary. Shabazz goes further to question why crucial questions were not asked or information not reported in the movie.

If you have yet to see the documentary, its airing now on Netflix.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep-100 – Minister Server: Hip-Hop Beyond Entertainment & Kalonji Changa Speaks on Gayle King & Jay-Z ‘Superbowl Sit In’** Feb 07, 2020

To Celebrate our 100th episode we brought together **Minister Server** to talk about *‘Hip-Hop Beyond Entertainment’* and how it has the potential to change the political landscape. Also, joining us in the studio, **Kalonji Changa** gives his opinion on the infamous **Gayle King** interview with WNBA legend **Lisa Leslie** and why her line of questions was problematic and absurd.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 99 – Kobe Bryant: The Black Mamba Mentality** Jan 30, 2020

We do more than pay tribute to a legend, father and husband in this episode. We discuss the impact and lives touched by **Kobe Bryant** as well as what his tragic death means to us. We offer our condolence to the Bryant family as well as the family of all those who perished during that fateful day.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 98 – The Failure of Integration & Rise of Black Consciousness** Jan 23, 2020

In honor of Dr. Marting Luther King Jr Day, Rahiem Shabazz talks about the revolutionary aspect of King and how he realized months before his assassination that integration was doing more harm than good. King message of Black economic empowerment is a message seldom echoed and mainstream media focus on non-violent protest is nothing more than a distraction for a man with a dream that is turning into a nightmare.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 97 – The Greatest Wealth Is Health w/ Minister Enqi** Dec 13, 2019

Necessary Blackness Podcast caught up with **Minister Enqi** to talk about the greatest wealth in the world, which is your health, If you’re not familiar with the brother, **Minister Enqi** is known as the protege of **Dr. Sebi** & Master Herbalist, Sports Nutritionist, and Naturopathic Doctor. Enqi spoke in depth about his pathway into the natural healing, dietary, and how all health issues are rooted in the soul. We also got to speak to him about his appearance in the upcoming documentary on Dr. Sebi that is being produced by Nick Cannon.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 96 – Colin Kaepernick: Race, Class & Power In America** Nov 23, 2019

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, **Rahiem Shabazz** speaks about why the bourgeoise elite is not the voice for Black America and why it’s important to call out **Stephen A.** **Smith** for his criticism and condemnation of **Colin Kaepernick.** We have to ask ourselves, why would **Stephen A. Smit**h a prominent Black Man in Sport’s Media talk so harshly about **Colin** **Kaepernick** and do everything to undermine his efforts? What is he to gain? Anytime you encounter a Blackman who defends the white power structure with such passion and vigor, you need to watch them.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 95- Interview w/ Minister X & Byron Allen Lawsuit Against Comcast** Nov 08, 2019

In this episode of *Necessary Blackness*, **Rahiem Shabazz** interviews a renowned activist and host of “**Get Your Hand Out My Pocket**” Podcast, **Minister X**. The mission of the podcast is to convey the unfiltered truth about Africans in the diaspora, through social media and independent audio medium. To converse about what is happening in black society and black culture. Minister X seeks to connect and unify with other grassroots organizations, to continue the fight against social injustice. ultimately to give Black people what they want and what they need. In the 2nd segment of this episode, Shabazz goes into depth on **Byron Allen** vs **Comcast** and his pending lawsuit in which he is using the Civil Rights Act of 1866 to challenge the discriminatory practice of the cable provider giant.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 94 – Black Economic Empowerment** Oct 24, 2019

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, Rahiem Shabazz speaks about Black Economic Empowerment. When only 2% of all working Black Americans work for another Black person within their own neighborhood, which has been left marginalized and dependent on white ownership for economic survival. we are quickly becoming a permanent underclass in society. We explore our economic status before integration and why we are no longer collectively thriving as a race of people.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 93 Guilty As Charged – Amber Guyger Trial** Oct 03, 2019

Necessary Blackness Podcast sits with hip hop jounalist and investigative reporter **Dennis Byron** to discuss the **Amber Guyger** verdict and how the jury reached its decision, We will also talk about how the Dallas Police Department did everything in their power to sabotage this open and shut case. Was justice really served for Botham Jean? We discuss this and much more.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 92 From Seeds To Soil Controlling The Cannabis Business** Sep 04, 2019

**Rahiem Shabazz** sits down with guest host **Chef Swan Simpson** to talk about the rules and regulations of the Cannabis Industry and how she was able to take a $5 smoothie to a multimillion-dollar brand. In our 2nd segment community activist/ organizer Thutmose brings us up to date on the RBG Festival taking place in Atlanta, GA on September 14th
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 91 – Is Jay-Z Partnership With The NFL Disingenuous?** Aug 23, 2019

Not too many people were pleased when Jay-Z announced he will form a partnership with the National Football League to deliver social justice entertainment programming, despite the NFL not signing Colin Kaepernick for protesting the national anthem and kneeling during the ceremony.

Necessary Blackness Podcast looks at the opposing views and discuss why this is not in the interest of justice for Black folks. We also discuss the recent firing of Eric Garner’s murder from the NYPD and what is the next step.

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Black Resistance, White Law — **Necessary Blackness Ep: 90 Black Resistance & White Laws** Jul 19, 2019

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, we discuss the Justice Department announcement that it would not be pursuing federal charges against Daniel Pantaleo, the NYPD officer accused of fatally choking Eric Garner, who was approached by police for allegedly selling loose cigarettes. The decision was apparently made by Attorney General William Barr himself after the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division favored an indictment while a competing faction in the New York office felt otherwise.
The announcement on Tuesday, five years after the incident, was nothing short of a disgrace. It’s a complete abdication of responsibility, and a slap in the face to any notion of justice, particularly for Black victims.

We also talk about the imprisonment of A$AP Rocky in Sweden and why the majority of Black America is not coming to his rescue. And last but not least we want to pay our respect to Sadie Roberts-Joseph, The 75-year-old community leader and founder of the city’s African American Museum who was brutally murdered in Baton Rouge.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 89 – Dr. Mia Walker Speaks Health And Wellness In The Black Community** Jul 06, 2019

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** interviews **Dr. Mia Walker** a noted Chiropractor to speaks about health and wellness in the Black community and why visiting a chiropractor can help to eliminate several known and unknown illness. Dr. Walker explains how chiropractic care can help regulate and coordinate the body’s reaction to allergies and assist in the strength of the immune system.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep 88: Interview with Mr. Dan Moore Sr. of the Apex Museum** Jun 27, 2019

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** interviews Mr. Dan Moore Sr the founder of the Apex Museum. We spoke about the historical importance of the Museum and its cultural significance. We also discussed Reparation and the true meaning of liberation as it pertains to Black America.

**For More Information on the Apex Museum: https://www.apexmuseum.org/**
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 87 Juries Have A Right To Nullify** Jun 17, 2019

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, **Rahiem Shabazz** explains why jury nullification is necessary to level the playing field in the criminal justice system for Black America.

Jury nullification generally occurs when members of a criminal trial jury believe that a defendant is guilty, but choose to acquit them anyway because the jurors also believe that the law itself is unjust,^[1]^[2] that the prosecutor has misapplied the law in the defendant’s case,^[3] or that the potential punishment for breaking the law is too harsh. Some juries have also refused to convict due to their own prejudices in favour of the defendant.^[4]

Nullification is not an official part of criminal procedure, but is the logical consequence of two rules governing the systems in which it exists:

Jurors cannot be punished for reaching a “wrong” decision (such as acquitting a defendant despite their guilt being proven beyond a reasonable doubt).^[5]

A defendant who is acquitted cannot be tried again for the same alleged crime in front of another jury.^[6]

A jury verdict that is contrary to the letter of the law pertains only to the particular case before it. However, if a pattern of acquittals develops in response to repeated attempts to prosecute a particular offence, this can have the de facto effect of invalidating the law. Such a pattern may indicate public opposition to an unwanted legislative enactment. Likewise, a jury can convict a defendant even if no law was actually broken, although such a conviction may be overturned on appeal. Nullification can also occur in civil trials.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 86 Why Black Love Is A Revolutionary Act** May 01, 2019

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, **Rahiem Shabazz** and guest **Goddess Funmi** discuss why Black Love Is A Revolutionary Act, and the dynamics of Black Male / Female relationships. We also discussed the confusion, conflicts and myths when it comes to relationships amongst Black man and woman.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 85 Princess Asie Ocansey of Ada, Ghana Talks Royal Return, Reparations and #ADOS** Apr 24, 2019

**Rahiem Shabazz** sits down one-on-one with the **Princess Asie Ocansey** of *Ada, Ghana* to talk about her first visit to Cape Coast – Ghana, inside the slave dungeons at the “*door of no return*” as a young child. The Ghanaian Princess also discusses the late legendary Grammy and Oscar Winning Superstar, **Issac Hayes** and his trip to Ghana, where a grand coronation was held for him and how he was given the royal name, Nene Katey Ocansey 1. (“Katey” means Strong enough to calm a lion; the royal family name “Ocansey” means “I do as I say”).

Find out more about when the *“Black Moses”* returns back home to Mother Africa.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 84 – Po Righteous Teacher Talks Childhood Trauma, PTS and Invisible Scars** Apr 17, 2019

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness** Podcast we speak with **@porighteousteacher** about Childhood Trauma, PTS, and Invisible Scars.

Pr Righteous Teacher is an award winning, highly credible educator and school leader with special interest in turning around low performing schools in impoverished communities. Teach for America (TFA) Alum and graduate of Harvard’s Graduate School of Education’s Institute of Urban School Leaders; Blackburn went on to become an Atlanta Public Schools Semi-Finalist for District Wide Teacher of the Year. Awarded by Fulton County Government for founding a community wide literacy initiative that promoted the need and love for literacy in early childhood education in communities where the schools were at risk for government take-over.

Support Po Righteous Teacher To Fight For Educational Equity: **https://po-righteous-teacher-for-da-kids.myshopify.com/**
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep- 83 -w/ Blue Pill Speaking On The Untimely Death of Nipsey Hussle** Apr 04, 2019

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** talks with **Blue Pill** about the senseless killing of rap icon Nipsey Hussle and the Geometrically Ordered Divinity (G.O.D) as it relates to the soul transitioning to the spiritual realm.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep: 82 – Trap History w/ @ARSHAW23** Mar 18, 2019

The half-time syncopated rhythms of trap music invaded our eardrums since the late 90’s to the delight of true hip-hop fans. **Necessary Blackness Podcast** talks with **@ARSHAW23** about the stuttering kick drum, the dark ambiance sound, and lyrical content, as well as it’s international appeal. We also spoke about his forthcoming book, **“The Birth of Trap History” Atlanta Culture, American Drug War, and the Birth of Trap Music”** and his newly created Trap History Podcast.

Links: https://traphistory.com/

IG: @ARSHAW23
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 81 – Justice For Elijah Nichols** Mar 14, 2019

Necessary Blackness Podcast sat down with Aunt of Elijah Nichols, Kindra Nichols for an exclusive one on one interview. This is the first time the family has spoken out about the injustice faced by their loved one. Elijah Nichols promising career as a football star was derailed after he had to defend himself at a white frat party against 3 aggressors. The 18-year old was attending college and was a proud father to a newborn baby before being handed a 45 year sentence.

The sentencing of Elijah Nichols is a tragedy and reeks with racist implication from Judge Joey Showwalter, who sentenced Dustin Lee Moore, who attended the same school, to 2 months for killing a student during a hazing. However, Elijah will have to serve a 45 year suspended sentence for defending himself against 3 white students at a frat party. Mr. Showwalter seems to always use his discretion coupled with leniency when the defendant is White but, impose the maximum amount of sentence to Black defendants. When a freshman was busted on campus for selling marijuana, ecstasy and cocaine, Mr. Showwalter used the mercy of the court despite the defendant being found with $25,000 in cash and a 9mm gun which was found during a search of his on-campus apartment.

Judge Joey Showalter is known for holding fundraisers and speaking on behalf go local and state Republican candidate and is a staunch support of President Donald Trump. Many believe the sentencing of Elijah to 45 years is symbolic to Trump being the 45th President of the United States.

We are asking for everyone to sign the petition and to help in the family fundraising efforts to bring Elijah home.

**Petition:** https://www.change.org/p/ralph-s-northam-justice-for-elijah-nichols

**GoFundMe:**
https://www.gofundme.com/n5h2p-attorney-fees-for-elijah-nichols
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep: 80 – Current Event Monday** Feb 26, 2019

**Necessary Blackness Podcast Goes Live.** I got my co-host Marci Li in the studio. We want to speak to the family and discuss everything happening in Black America. We talk about everything from Jussie Smollett, R. Kelly, Kamala Harris etc.,
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 79 The Long History of Blackface** Feb 18, 2019

In 1848 **Fredrick Douglass** called blackface performers “the filthy scum of white society who have stolen from us a complexion denied to them by nature … to make money and pander to the corrupt taste of their white fellow-citizens.” Necessary Black Podcast talks blackface, Gucci boycott, **Floyd Mayweather**, **Kodak Black** and **Steve Harvey**. We go in-depth on how Blackface is deeply ingrained in the psyche of white America and has nothing to do with their enjoyment of our lifestyle.
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Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep:78 — **Necessary Blackness Ep:78 Cory Booker: The Rising Star of the Democratic Party?** Feb 07, 2019

Cory Booker is the 4th Democratic Senator and 2nd Black candidate to enter the presidential race. The 49-year-old Booker is known for being a city councilor and then Mayor of Newark, N.J. before heading to the Senate. As the Mayor of the city, he supported affordable housing and championed legislation to dismantle the school-to-prison pipeline. He frequently speaks about reducing the racial wealth gap between blacks and whites.

But, the city of Newark was an emblem of poverty under his watch for 6 years. He is known to rub elbows with the wealthy and elites of society and many consider him a camera hog.

Necessary Blackness Podcast explores Corey’s history and ask the pertinent questions on whether he will deliver the tangibles for Black America in 2020. Listen and leave us a comment on your thoughts
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**Kamala Harris: Criminal Justice Reformer or Defender of the Status Quo** Jan 31, 2019

After announcing her presidency for the United States, Kamala Harris is being questioned on her past record on mass incarceration as San Francisco’s district attorney and then as California’s attorney general. Most of her policies affected Black Americans and now she has to answer for her punitive-law-and order mentality. Those who experienced her wrath first hand are implying she is not the criminal justice reformer Black America is looking for. The criticism she received thus far on her policies are warranted and must be answered.

But, more importantly she has not specifically stated, what she will do for Black America. No longer is the Black vote to be taken for granted, we are asking for tangibles in 2020

Necessary Blackness Podcast explores Kamala Harris’ record on mass incarceration and the hyper-criminalization of Black men and her voting record while Senator. #Tangibles2020
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 76 R. Kelly Hiding In Plain Sight** Jan 10, 2019

Who’s really to blame? Did we enable “the pied piper” of R&B to commit crimes against black women or were we protecting the reputation of a music genius?

Join Necessary Blackness Podcast with our host Marci Li to talk in-depth about R. Kelly’s alleged sexual misconduct and whether the black community was complicit in aiding Kelly. We also discuss the searing 6-part series “Surviving R. Kelly”.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep 75: Remembering The Surrender: “The Cops Gave Me The Guns”** Dec 13, 2018

In this episode, **Shams Da Baron** recalls the days of growing up in the South Bronx with his partner **Larry Davis**, police corruption in the ’80s and infamous shoot-out with NYPD. Shams also discuss the first prison visit with Mr. Davis, their aspirations of in the music industry and ultimately the death of Larry in prison.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: Curtis Scoon Talks Black, White & Blue Documentary & Copyright Lawsuit Against 50 Cent** Dec 05, 2018

**Curtis Scoon** talks “*Black, white and Blue*“, the film that explores the issues of police brutality, social unrest, and why its important that Black documentary films are told through the eyes, ears and words of Black Filmmakers. We also spoke about the lawsuit he filed against **50 Cent** over “*Power*” in addition to past and future projects. There are one-on-one interviews with notable figures such as *Lord Jamar, Charlamagne Tha God, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Michigan State Senator Coleman Young II* and many more.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 73 – 8th Annual Ujamaa Fest (The Black Currency Exchange)** Nov 28, 2018

#NecessaryBlacknessPodcast talks to Kiyomi Rollins about the 8th Annual Ujamaafest :: The Black Currency Exchange and we also speak with independent filmmaker Santo Moss about his movie *“Moving Foward: Past, Present and The Future of Black America*.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 72 Why Racism & Voter Suppression Won In The Governor’s Race In GA** Nov 10, 2018
Why Racism & Voter Suppression Won In The Governor’s Race In Georgia. I was a victim of voter suppression from the Suppression-In-Chief Brian Kemp under the command of the Racist-In-Chief **Donald Trump**. After given a provisional ballot, I learned Brian Kemp is the one who determines if it’s valid or not. Before leaving I was given a sticker, but no receipt that I submitted a provisional ballot. The government spends $30 million on stickers to give to voters. 60 million Facebook users posted selfies displaying their sticker.

In this podcast, I discuss the highly contested race, what we need to do moving forward and why voting is just one component of obtaining our liberation. Below is a video explaining my ordeal while trying to exercise my right to vote.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 71 -Gardening While Black: 3 White Woman Accuse Black Community Activist of Stalking & Harassment** Oct 24, 2018

Mainstream media interest have always been to capitalize off our story and plight, but never highlight the solution to pressing issues Black America face. So Community Activist & Gardner **Marc Peeples** aka Truth of Detroit reached out to **Necessary Blackness** to explain the fabricated charges levied against him, and why the judge admonished the three white woman that falsely accused him of stalking, harassment and being a pedophile.

*“They get to ruin my life, say anything they want, and then they get to go on with their lives”*, he states. In recent weeks we have witness of rash of white women calling 911 to report crimes that didn’t happen in order to get individuals arrested.

As a Black man who seen the need to change the blighted condition of his community, Truth wanted to make sure the East side of Detroit did not join the growing list of urban communities that are quickly becoming a food dessert.

Check out our exclusive one-on-one interview as we discuss not only gardening while Black, bit the decades of discrimination and land grab Black farmers are facing in America.

Support Marc Peeples aka Truth GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/gardeningwhileblack
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**Necessary Blackness Ep.70 – Voters Suppression In Georgia** Oct 17, 2018

Many are decrying the actions of Brian Kemp who is the Secretary of State for Georgia and his run against **Stacey Abrams** for the Governor seat. Brian Kemp is trying to suppress the Black votes in Georgia which is an unacceptable act that violates several laws.

We are talking about that and more on tonight’s episode of #NecessaryBlacknessPodcast
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**Necessary Blackness Ep; 69 The Historical Ties Between Chattel Slavery & America’s Ivy League University** Sep 26, 2018

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz explores the relationship between chattel slavery and America’s oldest and elite colleges. We discuss the ownership of slaves by university leaders, slave auctions being held on campus and how slavery was part of the curriculum at many colleges. All of this was done to reinforce their racist notion of whites being superior and black inferior.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 68- From The Prison Yard To Harvard Yard with Andre Norman** Sep 05, 2018

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sits dowin with **Andre Norman**, who is known to many as *The Ambassador Of Hope,* Andre’s experience and expertise is what empowers him to help people turn their situation around. Andre travels around the world to serve as a mentor and listening ear for so many in need. He has made an impact working in the countries of Honduras, Bahamas, Sweden, Guatemala, Liberia & Trinidad. With inclusion being the center of his solution based efforts.

From illiteracy to gang activity, Andre’s childhood prepared him for nothing less than a life of crime and violence. This behavior eventually led Andre to be sentenced to over 100 years in prison. A natural-born leader, he quickly rose to the top of the prison gang where he managed gang activities from within the confines of a maximum security prison. During his 2 year stay in solitary confinement. Andre had an “epiphany” and he made the decision to turn his life around. He had a simple dream, attend Harvard University and become successful.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 67 Tracey D. Syphax Talks Criminal Reform, Investment, Re-Entry & Million Dollar Game** Aug 29, 2018

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sits down with **Tracey D. Syphax** who is an award-winning journalist, entrepreneur and activist to talk about criminal reform, re-entry, investment and how to tap into the million dollar game. **Mr. Syphax** talks about why he felt the need to develop a culturally responsive course to help returning citizens to become an entrepreneur. He delves deep into his past to explain past mistakes and the lessons learned to help propel him into millionaire status, and how he came from the *“Block To The Boardroom”.*

**Learn & Peep The Game!!!!**
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 66 – Is Omarosa The Spook Who Sat By The Door or A Disgruntled Ex-employee?** Aug 22, 2018

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sits down with our special guest **Marcia** to discuss whether **Omarosa** is the spook who sat by the door or a disgruntled ex-employee. Omarosa, the former Assistant to the President and Director of Communications in the Trump White House recently released secret recordings of her firing and a stunning tell-all and takedown book titled, “**Unhinged:** *An Insider’s Account of the Trump White House*.

Since the release of the book, her media interviews are jaw-dropping accounts of the corruption and racism in the white house. However, Omarosa was one of Trump’s strongest supporters despite his disregard for African-Americans. Many or wondering if she bitter over her firing or did she finally see the light of who Trump really is and whether she can be trusted or not.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 65 – When Boycotting Is Not Enough….** Aug 15, 2018

There has been a long history of contention between Korean business and Black customers and employees. Most famous was Latasha Harlins, **Latasha Harlins**, a 15-year-old who was fatally shot by 51-year-old Korean store owner Soon Ja Du in 1991. After a scuffle over orange juice, Du killed Harlins as she was walking away. She served no jail time. In 2018., nothing has changed my timeline and inbox is filled with incidents from all over the country. The recent assault on an elderly lady in Brooklyn, N.Y. illustrates that the Korean community does not respect black people or their spending power. A few days later, in Tulsa, Oklahoma a disurbing video was released showing an Asian beauty store owner physically assaulting a Black woman because presumably her child, walked out of the store with a keychain. The woman allegedly caught the child with the keychain and returned it. However, the man **“followed her out of the store harassing her and telling her that she needed to keep a better eye on her kids.”** After an exchanged of words the man punched her in the mouth leaving her bloody and crying in disbelief.

In order to put out fires you got to deal with the people who own the water….You need money to get power and you need the power to protect the money. We have the money now we need to seize the power!!!!
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**How Childhood Trauma Is Ruining #BlackLove Necessary Blackness Ep: 64- How Childhood Trauma Is Ruining #BlackLove** Aug 08, 2018

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, **Rahiem Shabazz** sits down with **NWasha Edu** to discuss **Adverse Childhood Experience** (ACEs) and how its linked to risky health behaviors, chronic health conditions, low life potential and early death. We also talked about how her *Akoma House Initiative* is using the synergy of modern day counseling techniques and ancient cultural healing rituals to offer culturally based consulting services to her clients. We discussed her best selling books and the cultural alternative to Valentine’s Day.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 63: Prison, Power & Persecution w/ Born King Allah** Jul 25, 2018

In this episode of *Necessary Blackness Podcast*, **Rahiem Shabazz** speaks to **Born King Allah** to discuss *“Prison, Power & Persecution”* and the 16 victories, in 16 different states, the National Office of Cultural Affairs was able to obtain in its fight to have the *Nation of Gods & Earths* recognized as a God Centered Culture, and not a designated gang, or security threat that prison officials erroneously used to paint a false narrative. **Born King Allah** shows and proves how he was able to convince a judge that the New York Department of Corrections motives consisted of deception and fraud.

In the 2nd half of our interview, **Born King Allah** talks about the misconception of mainstream media and individuals who associate others with being a member of the 5% Nation when they have no affiliations with us, other than studying our teachings. Born King issues a stern warning to Star of Star In The Morning for fasely accusing **Charlamagne Tha God** of being a member of the Nation of Gods and Earths.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep 62: Pop Culture & Black America Necessary Blackness Ep. 62 – Marcia Speaks on Pop Culture & Black America** Jul 18, 2018

In this episode of *Necessary Blackness* Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz sits down with **Marcia** of *“Civil Rights & Civil Wrongs”* to discuss pop culture and the latest development in Black America. We discussed everything from **50 Cent’s** ordeal with **Papoose** and **Remy Ma** to the rightful deserved blacklash rapper **GlockkNine** is receiving for stating he doesn’t want any dark-skinned children. We also spoke in-depth about **Charlamagne Tha God** openly admitting to giving a woman spanish fly and having sex with her although she was incoherent and drunk, as well as the latest situation the radio host is facing from a 20 year old incident.

In the Black America’s latest news, a former police chief in a Southern Florida suburb has been indicted for pressuring his officers to pin crimes on any African American with “somewhat of a record” to keep the crime stats in his jurisdiction perfect.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep: 61 Racial Trauma In The Lives of Black Children w/ Blue Pill** Jun 21, 2018

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sits down with **Blue Pill** to discuss the racial trauma we find presents in the lives of Black Children, as well as the migration separation policy implemented by the Trump administration that is affecting the lives of migrant children. In this intense and thoughtful conversation, **Blue Pill** peels back the cultural and political layers of America and boldly predicts the decision to separate children from their family who crosses the border, will be reversed because of the international outcry.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep; 60: Black Empowerment & Minority Issues w/ Joel NR Powell** Jun 06, 2018

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** covers the situation with **Gregory Vaughn Hill Jr,** who was unarmed and gunned down by the police in Florida. To add insult to injury no only were the officers not charged in the brutal murder, but a jury awarded the deceased family $4. $1 for funeral expenses, and $1 for each child’s “loss of parental companionship, instruction, and guidance and … mental pain and suffering.” They found the cops 1% liable and the deceased 99% responsible for his own death.

In the 2nd half of this episode, we talked to **Joel NR Powell**, the noted disc jockey, creator of *Ninja Ryders Sound* and author to discuss his book, Black Empowerment & Minority Issues. The 7 chapter book speaks in depth about the adversity that visible minorities often face in today’s society. The book was given a well received article write up, featured in *Toronto Life Magazine*, that was written by acclaimed Canadian Journalist *Jan Wong*.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 59 Kim Kardashian Uses Her Privilege of Whiteness To Attack Rapper RhymeFest** May 31, 2018
In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, we talk with journalist, radio personality and host of *Civil Rights & Civil Wrong*, **Marcia Leavy** about how **Kim Kardashian** uses her privilege of whiteness to attack Rapper Rhymefest, while attempting to attach herself to Black Culture. The situation concerning Roseanne Barr referring to the former senior advisor of former president Barak Obama to ‘Muslim Brotherhood and Planet of the Apes”.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep: 58 – Colonialism Is Bad For Your Health** May 23, 2018

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz sits down with Iyapo Moyende Ngina to discuss how “Colonialism Is Bad For Your Health” and how as Afrikans we are not predisposed to diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancer, but it’s our social conditions, which leads us to a certain level of powerlessness that are the primary conditional factors to our health outcome. Iyapo goes deep into how the society in which we live in and cultured in that leads to health disparities.
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Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz, Tarik Edmonson, Nagast Sneakers, — **Necessary Blackness Ep. 57: How Tarik Edmonson Frank Lucas The Sneaker Game** May 12, 2018

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, **Rahiem Shabazz** sits down with special guest, **Tarik Edmonson** to talk about the uphill battle in getting “Urban Air Freshener” into a national distribution chain and linking up with Ed Hardy only to be left out the deal. Not one to be discouraged or dismayed by their underhand tactics, Tariq used the internet to his advance and was able to catapult his business and expanding the reach of his brand. It wasn’t long after he started laying the groundwork for Negast Sneakers Footwear. The most prominent lines are “*The Marcus Garvey Shoe* and The Nat Turner *“African Runner Shoe*”. “These two shoe styles embody the total essence of our rich and proud heritage. By naming our shoes after such influential Leaders, this will evoke dialog and pride that will allow future generations to continue to learn more about Black History”, states the owner and founder Tarik. In this episode, you’ll learn how the fashion-forward entrepreneur is keeping the money circulating in the community, by offering a profit-sharing model to help enrich those who are looking to make money and celebrate their culture at the same time.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 56 – America’s Favorite Dad vs America’s Favorite Rapist** May 02, 2018

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, we discuss the guilty verdict of **Bill Cosby** and how the guilty verdict is more about dismantling his legacy then it is about the rape charges. The Bill Cosby verdict is warfare by legal means. Cosby had money, but he didn’t have power. White supremacy has arbitrary power to disregard the law, Cosby became a victim of that law. This is not to say Cosby is not guilty of rape or to disregard victims of sexual assault, it’s more about how the system works.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep.55: Dr. Obari Discuss Mental Health Stigma, Black Manhood & Dynamics of Relationship** Apr 24, 2018

Necessary Blacks Podcast got a chance to catch up with Dr. Obari to discuss the stigma of Mental Health in the Black Community. We discuss how to understand and cope with a love one who is facing these conditions. The image of being strong disinclines people from showing vulnerability, which impedes the process to get the necessary help. Plus, the inherent distrust due to medical racism and inequality in care when it comes to Black folks. Dr. Obari also talks about his book, “Lady’s Man: Conversation For Young Black Men About Manhood & Relationships.

Dr. Obari will be at the Shrine of The Black Madonna tonight 4/24 at 6pm to discuss “Teaching Young Black Men To Value Women”

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Starbucks Boycott — **Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 54 – Community Building & Boycotting Starbucks** Apr 24, 2018

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcas**t we talk with community activist Kalonji Changa to discuss the community building and the recent fiasco with Starbucks and whether boycotting is the only alternative.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 53 Candice D. McKinley Talks Upcoming Race For School Board** Apr 04, 2018

On this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast we are talking with Civil Litigation and Personal Injury Lawyer Candice D. Mckinley and her race for the Dekalb School Board # 2.

We talk about facilitating the growth of our children’s mind and how it must reflect their worldview and how the teachers must share the same cultural and spiritual values as the students. Candice discusses prioritizing our children’s success and what criteria need to be in place in order for it to happen.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 52 – Killer Mike Says The NRA Misused His Interview** Mar 28, 2018

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, we discuss hip-hop’s iconic rapper **Roxanne Shante’s** new movie documenting her career, life struggle and how she overcame adversity. We also look into the case of NFL player Michael Bennett’s indictment for allegedly injuring an elderly paraplegic and if this is payback for his stance against Police Brutality of unarmed Blacks.

We also discuss the controversy surrounding rapper **Killer Mike** and how the NRA misused his interview to push their agenda and what does the 2nd Amendment Rights mean to African-Americans.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 51 – Black Voice In Black News** Mar 21, 2018

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, we offer valuable insight on everything from race relationship, pop culture to politics, and issues that matter to Black people. This episode is hosted by Rahiem Shabazz and the special guest is **Shannon Young**.

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Rahiem Shabazz, Land Or Death, Necessary Blackness Podcast — **Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep: 50 – Land or Death** Mar 14, 2018

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, we talk about White South Africans relinquishing the land to its rightful owners without any compensation and why an important move such as this signifies the dawn of a new day in terms of freedom for Black Africans.

The **Honorable Elijah Muhamma**d said, *“it’s our enemies desire to keep pour eyes in the sky and to control the land under our feet”.*

In the 2nd half of the podcast, we speak about White Nationalist teacher **Tiana Dalichov** and how she teaches racism and white supremacy to her students and how she went undetected until her podcast was discovered.

My guest this week is Shannon, who just returned from South Africa.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 49 – Monetizing Gentrification w/ TJ Loftin** Feb 07, 2018

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast** host Rahiem Shabazz interviews Thomas “TJ” Loftin (Wealth Coach and Speaker) during his stop in Atlanta for the *“Monetizing Gentrification”* tour. TJ discusses creative financing and interest-based negotiation skills as well as why its important to preserve wealth in your business and community.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 48 Marcus Garvey vs A. Philip Randolph** Feb 05, 2018

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, we celebrate the work and legacy of Marcus Garvey. We explore the longstanding disagreement in ideologies of **Marcus Garvey** the *Pan-Afrikanist* vs **A. Phillip Randolph** the *Socialist*.

W. E. B. Du Bois, and A. Philip Randolph and several other leaders were quite critical of Garvey, whose objectives they found unrealistic, ridiculous, and full of pageantry. They believed he was a fraud and organized the “Garvey Must Go” campaign. However, Marcus Garvey rise to prominence and organizational skills is what made these two men jealous. Garvey was the only leader to lead the biggest movement in Black America’s history.

Garvey was not one to take any attack lightly, he called W.E.B. Dubois, a “lazy, dependent mulatto” and his criticism of A. Philip Randolph was not kinder.

Let us know your thoughts on today’s Podcast.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 47 King Was AmeriKKKa’s Nightmare** Jan 18, 2018

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, ***Rahiem Shabazz*** analyzes ***Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s*** life and how mainstream media tries to change the narrative of his message. The message of **MLK** is being changed to revise his history for the state sanction holiday we celebrate every year. Initially, the church was opposed to **King’s** message because they saw it as a “social issue” and not a spiritual one. These same churches open up their doors to civil right leaders and politicians every year to reclaim the dream when Martin was a nightmare to AmeriKKKa’s hypocrisy. King was an individual who lifted the think veils of deceit and uncovered AmeriKKKa’s treachery. He would’ve spoken out against **Trump** and his entire administration.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep: 46 Racism In Advertisement, Oprah’s Golden Globe Award Speech & The Controversy Surrounding R&B Singer Ginuwine** Jan 11, 2018

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz discusses “Racism In Advertisement” and how this is not a new phenomenon and how it existed for many years. The problem with **Oprah’s speech at the Golden Globe Awards,** the controversy surrounding **R&B singer Ginuwine** and how the dominant society is trying to decimate Black masculinity and castrate Black manhood.
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Rahiem Shabazz of Necessary Blackness Podcast — **Necessary Blackness Ep. 45: Black Society (Facebook Live Discussion) w/ Prof. Ed Garnes** Jan 07, 2018

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** returns with the first broadcast for 2018. **Rahiem Shabazz** is joined by **Professor Ed Garnes** (*Elementary Genocide 1-3*) for a Facebook Live discussion where they talked about everything from Black Society to what its like for a Black Professor in a Predominately White Institution (PWI). Shabazz and Garnes answers many questions from the online viewers.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 44: The 7th Annual Ujamaa Fest (Cooperative Economic Expo)** Dec 21, 2017

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sits with **Kyomi** to discuss the *7th Annual Ujamaa Fest* taking place in Atlanta on 12/23. The must-attend event attracts people from all walks of life and age demographics.

As we know, viable economic power is crucial for creating permanent pathways out of poverty. The economic disparities between black and whites in the US have never been greater. This year theme of Cooperative Economics will resonate with many attendees. Thus, is the reason she created the *“Economic Heritage Fund”* to give start-up business a chance to receive $1,000.

As families celebrate Kwanzaa and richness of African-American culture this year and every year, we can all find inspiration in the principle of Ujamaa in the development of a new global economy built through communal values and cooperatives.

This event is FREE and Open to the public. RSVP at www.UJamaaFest.com and add your name to the list of attendees.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 43: Buying, Growing & Stacking BitCoin (Part 2)** Dec 06, 2017

The price of Bitcoin has climbed past $12,000, reaching its latest record and pushing its year-to-date (YTD) gain to more than 1,100%. After breaking through this milestone, the digital currency’s price kept climbing, extending Bitcoin’s gains. The cryptocurrency had risen to as much as $12,273.54 at the time of report, according to the CoinDesk Bitcoin Price Index (BPI). At this price, Bitcoin’s YTD gain was roughly 1,167%.

In part 2 of our 3 part series, Necessary Blackness Podcast spoke with **‘The BitCoin Mama’** to discuss the latest trend, what prompt her to invest and what the future holds for those who are on this financial journey.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 42: Buying, Growing & Stacking BitCoin** Nov 29, 2017

**Necessary Blackness Podcas**t discusses the world’s most popular cryptocurrency, Bitcoin which is almost 900 percent this year. Investing in BitCoins is a gamble with better odds. The Chicago Metro Area with the zip code 6019 (Chatham, Avalon Park, and Greater Grand Crossing) purchased about $27 million of Lottery tickets in 2017. Imagine if they invested in Bitcoins as an investment group, every single resident will most likely be a billionaire by now.

**Rahiem Shabazz** get’s the inside scoop on investing in BitCoin with Chicago’s own **Dr. Jackson 360**.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep: 40 Conversation With Cavario** Nov 02, 2017

Necessary Blackness Podcast sits down with **Cavario H** for a candid conversation on decision-making process, the realization of one’s authentic self and the radical process of being self-aware. We also discussed his daily Instagram Live talk titled, *#ConversationWithCavario*. The noted author took out a few moments to talk about his illustruous career as a journalist, while recounting the many books he composed such as the highly poplular autobiography, **Raised By Wolves**: *Inside The Life & Mind of A Guerilla Hustler,* and **Old Gangsters & Young Guns.**
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Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz, Amen Ra Squad — **Necessary Blackness Ep. 39: Bro. Ankh aka ‘The God Killa’ Talks No Pseudo & Evolution** Oct 18, 2017

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** caught up with Bro. Ankh aka *‘The God Killa’* of the **Amen Ra Squad** to talk discuss pseudo science, evolution and why he is calls himself ‘Real Black Athiest’. We also discussed the cultural center and book store, ‘**The Black Dot**‘ and the building of Little Africa in Lithonia.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 38: The 2nd Annual Black Power Awards** Oct 11, 2017

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sits down with **Bro. DJ** to talk about the **2nd Annual Black Power Award**, advancing the power of the people on a global level and what can be expected when we celebrate Black Excellence.

**To Purchase Tickets:** http://blackpowerawards.com/
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 37: Helping Inmates Get “Free On The Inside”** Sep 20, 2017

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sit down with **Jen Nicole** to talk about the compelling story of **Eccentrich Richardson**, who is a poet, writer and cultural-arts programmer in Pompano Beach, Fla., who somehow finds the time to save the world in her spare time. Her “Free on the Inside” program goes inside Florida’s toughest prisons and helps inmates find beauty, power and, hopefully, themselves.

Facing a decade and a half in prison couldn’t stop her. Losing a loved one to suicide didn’t destroy her. Battling loss and pain while raising three children was not enough to make her quit.

We also discuss the story about a mom, who became angered about students who wrists were taped and placed in a dark room to experience the trauma of slavery. We discussed the pros and cons of such experiment and if it has a place in today’s classroom.

Resource: Huffington Post

The Root
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast 36: Jason Stockley Not Guilty Verdict: How Did It Happen?** Sep 19, 2017

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** host **Rahiem Shabazz** and co-host **Ashton Breon** talk about the unjustified acquittal of police officer **Jason** **Stockley** of murdering **Anthony Lamar Smith**.

**Stockley**, shot **Smith** after he suspected him of making a drug deal. **Smith** fled from officers trying to arrest him. **Stockley**, 36, testified he felt he was in danger because he saw Smith holding a silver revolver when he backed his car toward officers then sped away.

Prosecutors said **Stockley** planted a gun in **Smith’s** car. The officer’s DNA was on the weapon but **Smith’s** was not. Dashcam video from **Stockley’s** cruiser recorded him saying he was “going to kill this motherfucker”. Less than a minute later, he shot Smith five times.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 35: Armelia Cartier Talks Activism, Volunteerism, The Black Women & DACA** Sep 13, 2017

Necessary Blackness Podcast sits down Amelia Cartier to discuss **Activism, Volunteerism, The Black Women** and DACA. Ms. Cartier works tirelessly to improve the lives of youth and women in Atlanta through sacrifice and contribution. This public servant and community activist, who grew up gang-related in LA, recognizes the importance of standing in the gap and making things better for those around her.

A strong proponent of our youth, she is current volunteer with the *Fulton County Youth* Commision, Positive Growth Boys Home, Inc., Positive American Youth, and *Girls Giving Back, In*c., Her involvement allows her to directly address the significant issues plauging our youth through the influence of programming, curriculum, community involvement and mentorship.

Armelia’s experience allowed her to minister to families and travel on spiritual missions to Korea, Haiti, African and the Philippines.
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The Business Bully, Rahiem Shabazz, Dave Anderson — **Necessary Blackness Ep. 34 ‘The Business Bully’ w/ Dave Anderson** Sep 06, 2017

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** goes 1-on-1 with **Dave Anderson** of ‘*The Business Bully*” Podcast. Mr. Anderson answers the tough questions that lingers in the minds of those who want to possess the entreprenurial spirit, and are serious about starting their own business. With over 25 years of business, the best selling author and celebrity coach sits downs with Rahiem Shabazz to talk about his 6 Figure Tour, leaving the cubicial matrix, and how to be an unapologetic Black business owner.

*“Everyone can be an* entreprenur, but the ones who can’t, won’t, *because they are unwilling. And* its much easier to let someone else tell you what to do. We have been doing that for over 400 years”, states **Dave Anderson.**

As one of the youngest radio personalities in history **Dave Anderson** worked with A-list celebrities such as Rickey Smiley, Tom Joyner, DJ Clue, Wendy Williams and many others.

You can learn more about Dave Anderson and join his 6 Figure Business Course by visiting http://businessbullyshow.com/
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 33 Hurricane Amerikka w/ Guest Kalonji Changa** Sep 01, 2017
**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sits down with Kalonji Changa of the FTP Movement and Urban Survival Preparedness Institute (USPI) to discuss the importance of surviving a disaster and what are some of the solutions one can employ when in dire need.
Kalonji also highlights why it’s important to join organizations such as Mama’s Army and USPI, so that one is prepared with a solid tactical foundation to combat any and all circumstances.

**Hurricane Harvey** left a trail of destruction, in Houston Texas and many were ill prepared to deal with the grievous affliction of a natural disaster. As Black America continues to face police terrorism and unforeseen circumstances, we have to be prepared. The category 4 hurricane that hit Houston was another wake-up call, just like Katrina and many of us are ill equipped to ensure the safety of our family. So, instead of relying on the current administration or aid from FEMA and Red Cross, we have to build institutions and infrastructures.
**We All We Got!**
**Urban Survival Preparedness Institute:**
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 32 – Tribute To Dick Gregory #RIP** Aug 25, 2017

This episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast** is a tribute to our beloved brother Dick Gregory, who made his transition and now is in the spiritual realm with the ancestors.

Dick Gregory, the legendary comedian and civil rights icon rose to fame in the 1960s, and devoted his entire life to protesting injustice against Blacks. He was considered a threat for his staunch stance against segregation and became a target of the FBI.He died on Saturday in Washington, D.C. at the age of 84

#RestInPower
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 31: Wilmington On Fire The Massacre of 1898** Aug 09, 2017

The Wilmington On Fire documentary, explores the Wilmington massacre of 1898, which was a bloody attack on the African-American community by a heavily armed white mob with the support of the North Carolina Democratic Party.

This event was the springboard for the **White Supremacy Movement** and **Jim Crow Segregation** throughout North Carolina and the American South.

The incident that took place on November 10, 1898 was never mentioned in the history books until 206, when the North Carolina General Assembly published a report on it.

It didn’t become widespread news until Director/Producer Christopher Everett decided to bring the atrocities of the Wilmington massacre to the big screen. **Necessary Blackness Podcast** sits down with the award winning filmmaker to discuss the importance of his eye raising documentary and what he has in store for the future.
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Malik Wade, Rahiem Shabazz, Necessary Blackness Podcast, — **Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 30 – From FBI Fugitive To Freedom** Jul 26, 2017

Necessary Blackness Podcast sits down with **Malik Wade** to discuss his book “*Pressure: From FBI Fugitive To Freedom”,* which explores his brutally honest description of his descent into the underworld, his years as a FBI fugitive, his incarceration, and his ultimate redemption.

Most individuals are not aware of the extreme damage wrought by decades of mass incarceration and what it does to society. However, **Malik** is on a mission to make sure today’s youth are not caught in the web of imprisonment, though his Scholastic Interest Group, a nonprofit dedicated to helping at-risk youth.

To hear more about Malik’s story visit: **www.MalikWade.info**
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 29: Michael Imhotep Speaks About St. Louis Riots & Red Summer of 1919** Jul 19, 2017

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, *Rahiem Shabazz* sits down with *Michael Imhotep* (**The African History Network**). **Michael Imhotep i**s a talk show host, researcher, lecturer and writer covering politics and pertinent issues facing Black America.

**Michael Imhotep** discusses African-American resistance in the era of **Donald Trump,** voters suppression, reparation and how elections have consequences. We also spoke with the historian, Michael Imhotep about the St. Louis Riots of 1917 and the Red Summer of 1919.

**Marcus Garvey** spoke out in anger against the lynching and beatings Blacks suffered at the hands of Whites. “This is a crime against the laws of humanity; it is a crime against the laws of the nation, it is a crime against Nature, and a crime against the God of all mankind.” He also believed that the entire riot was part of a larger conspiracy against African Americans who migrated North in search of a better life: “The whole thing, my friends, is a bloody farce, and that the police and soldiers did nothing to stem the murder thirst of the mob is a conspiracy on the part of the civil authorities to condone the acts of the white mob against Negroes.”
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 28: Political Prisoner Advocacy w/ Thutmose Sankara** Jul 12, 2017

**When the prison doors are opened, the real dragon will fly out.”**

***– Ho Chi Minh***

Political Prisoners are the vanguards of the movement that possesses the willingness to die for the liberation of their people. When we look at the glaring incongruity between democracy and capitalist America and how Blacks are treated, we come to realize we are all political prisoners, but some of us are wearing invisible chains.

*Necessary Blackness* talks with political prisoners advocate, **Thutmose Sankara** to discuss the plight of political prisoner **Veronza Bowers**,who has been imprisoned for 40 years. **Veronza** was convicted of murder on the word of two government informers. There were no eye-witnesses and no evidence independent of these informants. At trial, two relatives of the informants gave testimony insisting that they were lying was ignored.

**Kamau Sadiki** was a member of the Black Liberation Army (BLA). In 2001, following increased interest in terrorism, one such former BLA member gave a statement about the 1971 murder after being detained during a traffic stop. With no eyewitness testimony and no physical evidence, the State based its case entirely upon the statements of three former BLA members who were present in Atlanta at the time of Officer Green’s murder. **Mr. Sadiki** was arrested in 2002 in Brooklyn, New York some thirty one (31) years later after the murder.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 27 w/ Chief LeTava Mabilijengo** Jul 07, 2017

**Necessary Blackness Podcast** sits down with **Chief LeTava Mabilijengo** to talk about the patriotic nature of Western religion and how it robs us of the power of the unification of true strength that comes from the relationship of the Black man and woman. We also discuss **Chief LeTava** books, family-hood and nation building.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 26 Are You In A Polygamist Relationship?** Jul 05, 2017

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, *Rahiem Shabazz*, *Goddess* *Funmi* and Ashton Breon discuss the subject of Polygamy and how most woman are in a Polygamist relationship and don’t even know it.

The cultural relativity of Polygamy as practice is Africa, where a man would marry for social status and, more importantly, for economic gains, The practice was seen as an economic necessity, since multiple wives and their children provide unpaid labor in farm fields. Historically, the first wife helped choose her co-wives, because new brides essentially became her coworkers.

Here are a few reason for the practice of Polygamy.

Increase the probability of children, particularly when a wife is barren or gives birth to a female children only.

Increase the labor supply within a kinship network.

Deal with the “problem” or surplus women.

Expand the range of a man’s alliances so he is able to maintain or acquire a position of leadership.

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ZaZa Ali, Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz — **Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 25: Zaza Ali: Plagues of Dysfunction** Jun 30, 2017

Author, Activist and Avid Student, ZaZa Ali returns to Necessary Blackness Podcast to talk about her latest book, ‘Plagues of Dysfunction’. Throughout the discussion, ZaZa gives her insight on the madness plaguing Black America and the solutions, we can employ to counter the onslaught of many of society’s social ills.
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Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz — **Necessary Blackness Ep. 24: Do Black Celebrities Have A Financial Obligation To The Black Community?** Jun 28, 2017

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, **Rahiem Shabazz**, **the Goddess Funmi** and **Ashton Breon** sit down to discuss ‘*Do Black Celebrities Have A Financial Obligation To The Black Community’.* The trio also discuss **Stevie Wonder’s** comments about Black Lives Mattering when we stop Black-on-Black crimes.

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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 23: Fatherhood: A Son’s Hero & Daughter’s First Love** Jun 21, 2017

In this episode of *Necessary Blackness Podcast*, **Rahiem Shabazz** and Queen Funmi talks Fatherhood and what it means to Black America, the myth and lies that were debunked about Black fathers and the importance of the extended family.

According to the CDC 67% of Black dads who don’t live with their children see them at least once a month. Compared to 59% of White dads and 32% of Hispanics dads.

This episode explores the root of absentees fathers, which is due to racism, poverty and mass incarceration. From the Homestead Act of 1862 to the red-lining of Chicago.
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Brandi Davis, Necessary Blackness Podcast — **Necessary Blackness Ep: 22 – The High Price I Had To Pay 4** Jun 07, 2017

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast**, *Rahiem Shabazz* sits down with *Brandi Davis* to talk about her time in prison and the cautionary tale she espouse to educate the youth ,so they don’t get caught up in the drug culture and lifestyle.

*Brandi Davis* was raised in a middle class community in Detroit. Despite being a first time, non-violent offender in the drug trade, Brandi was sentenced to 10 years in Federal prison.

Since her release, *Davis* has been gainfully employed and reunited with her son. She has garner media attention with her telling and poignantly written book, **“The High Price I Had To Pay”.**

Brandi Davis, seeks to continue education the youth about the perils of the underworld and how to live a positive lifestyle, by impacting others through her recently released book and upcoming speaking engagements.

She can be reached via Instagram at **@FreePrettyGirls** and on Facebook at **Brandi Davis**
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 21: Bill Maher 'Gets No Pass' Necessary Blackness Ep. 21: Bill Maher ‘Gets No Pass’** Jun 05, 2017

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast,** *Rahiem Shabazz* discuss why *Bill Maher’s* apologizing for his use of the “N” word is not enough. Within the past few days, *Bill Maher’s* name became one of the hottest trending topics on social media for his blatant disrespect and his casual use of the most derogatory term to describe a person of African descent.

But, what s more alarming is the number of individuals who came to *Mr. Maher’s* defense such as *Eric Michael* *Dyson, Larry King* and others. However, individuals comedian D.L. Hugley and Chance The Rapper are opposed to giving Bill Maher’s a pass and are calling for his immediate firing from the HBO network.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 20 Black Power or Gun Powder** May 31, 2017

In this episode, we discuss the recent killings of Black men by white racist supremacist who are encourage by the current administration occupying the White House. From the killing of **Tamir Rice**, to the race soldier execution of unarmed Black men in the streets.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 19: They Told Me Not To Tell Pt. 2** May 15, 2017

In part 2 of the mini-series, Necessary Blackness speaks with **Johnny Lee Gaddy** a former student at *Arthur G. Dozier Reform School.* After walking in the shadow of silence for 50 years, **Mr. Gaddy** decided to tell his story in his new book, *“They Told Me Not To Tell”.* Necessary Blackness goes one-on-one with **Mr. Gaddy** to talk about his quest for justice and how we can help him. **Johnny Lee’s** will to survive is a testament to his strength and courage. Now let’s help to tell his story.
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Necessary Blackness, Rahiem Shabazz, Podcast — **Necessary Blackness Ep. 18 - They Told Me Not To Tell: A Tale of Modern Day Slavery Necessary Blackness Ep. 18 – They Told Me Not To Tell: A Tale of Modern Day Slavery** May 10, 2017

In this week on **Necessary Blackness Podcas**t, we sit down with *Antoinette Harrell* a genealogist, activist and peonage detective to discuss the brutal treatment, rape and dehumanizing conditions at the now closed, Arthur G. Dozier Reform School in Marianna, Florida. Antoinette, details the harrowing and ugly truth of a school now existing in obscurity in the minds of society, except for those who endured the hardship.

In part 2 of the mini-series, Necessary Blackness speaks with **Johnny Lee Gaddy** a former student at *Arthur G. Dozier Reform School.* After walking in the shadow of silence for 50 years, Mr. Gaddy decided to tell his story in his new book, *“They Told Me Not To Tell”.*
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Dhoruba Bin Wahad, Necessary Blackness — **Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 17: Dhoruba Bin Wahad - Militarized Policing & State of Black America Necessary Blackness Ep. 17: Dhoruba Bin Wahad – Militarized Policing & State of Black America** Apr 26, 2017

This Wednesday, (4.26.17) at 6 PM on Necessary Blackness Podcast, Dhoruba Bin-Wahad former Black Panther Party, Black Liberation Army and also political prisoner, discusses the Militarized Policing of America, the state of Black America and the Stealth History of Revisionism.

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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 16: Amaduez Christ Talks “Out of Darkness”** Apr 19, 2017

Necessary Blackness Podcast had the honor of sitting down with Filmmaker Amadeuz Christ to discuss his movie “Out of Darkness”.

The film examines the untold history of African people, the African cultural contribution to the nation of the worlds, and the events that have contributed to the conditions of African people of today.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 15: Educational Racism In The 21st Century** Apr 12, 2017

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz sits with Professor. Ed Garnes to talk about racism in the academy, his work as an African Therapist/Counselor and educating Black men.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 14: The Higher Education Cartel** Apr 05, 2017

In this episode of **Necessary Blackness**, *Rahiem Shabazz* talks about **‘The Higher Education Cartel’** and **Ebone’ Gee** joins him in the studio to discuss the closing of Rikers Island and how is responsible for the incident on I-85 in Atlanta.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 13: “Getting Your Financial House In Order** Mar 29, 2017

In this week’s episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast** we are joined in the studio with **Ebone’ Gee** to discuss why we need to get our financial house in order. Many of us have good work ethics, but lack discipline when it comes to finances. How many of us got life insurance? Why its important to have a living trust? And how to look out for funeral homes that seek to rob and scam those who are mourning the lost of a love one. We discuss this and more.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 12** Mar 25, 2017

In the latest episode of **Necessary Blackness Podcast** *Episode 12*, **Rahiem Shabazz** talks about the missing girls crisis happening in Washington, D.C. and the lack of coverage from mainstream media. **Shabazz**, also gives his opinion on **Donald Trump’s** intentional interference with contractual relations between the NFL and **Colin Kaepernick** and why we must support **Kaepernick**. The situation with Wclef being detained and handcuffed by LAPD is also discussed.

Please be sure to check out our archives on Itunes, Google Play, PodOMatic, Iheart etc. If you’re interested in being featured on our broadcast or having your commercial air, you can email us at **Rahiem.Shabazz@Gmail.com**

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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 11** Mar 10, 2017

This week on **Necessary Blackness Podcast,** *Rahiem Shabazz* talks about *Ben* *Carson* likened slaves to immigrants during a staff speech. He also pays tribute to Radical Civil Rights Lawyer, *Lynne Stewart* who died at the age of 77.

If you want to reach us you can email us at **NecessaryBlackness@Gmail.com**
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 10: Spiritual Weaponry For Challenging Times** Mar 01, 2017

Necessary Blackness Podcast sits down with Dr. Keira Taylor to discuss “**Spiritual Weaponry For Challenging Times”.** Spirituality is a term we often hear, but sometimes we have a hard time grasping the concept. Learn about the ancient African Spiritual Systems and why was it so important to our ancestors.
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast 9: Before And After Trump In Black America** Feb 15, 2017

This week, **Necessary Blackness** Podcast sit down Dr. Torrance T. Stephens to talk about “Before And After Trump In Black America”
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**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 8: The Author’s Corner** Jan 25, 2017

This week, **Necessary Blackness** Podcast sit down with 4 distinguish female authors (**Nia Sade’ Walker,** **Naomi H. Bradley M.Ed, Akua Agusi** and Candace D. Henry). We seek to highlight authors who are committed to inspiring and empowering the next generation of leaders.
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**Necessary Blackness: Surviving The Inauguration of Satan w/ Kalonji Changa** Jan 18, 2017

This week, Rahiem Shabazz and Erica Walker sit down with FTP Founder and Community Activist Kalonji Jama Changa to discuss the inauguration of Donald Trump and what it means to America and Black folks in particular.

**Tune In Each and Every Wednesday at 6 PM**
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 6 Entrepreneurship & Self-Sufficiency w/ Jalani Kadesh** Jan 11, 2017

**Necessary Blackness** sits down with with **Jalani Kadesh** to discuss “Entrepreneurship and Self-Sufficiency and why most people stay poor and how yesterday’s middle class is joining the ranks of the poor. We also talked about the African Spiritual Systems.

**Jalani Kadesh** is a visionary, strategic thinker and motivation speaker. **Mr. Kadesh** is also a respected and noted author, consultant, entrepreneur, organization builder and scholar.
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 5: A Candid Conversation With ZaZa Ali** Dec 28, 2016
**Necessary Blackness Ep. 5:** *A Candid Conversation With ZaZa Ali*

This week, Rahiem Shabazz sits down with author, speaking, activist ZaZa Ali for a candid conversation to discuss, Christmas, Spiritual War, Police Brutality and much more…

Tune In Each and Every Wednesday at 6 PM

*** This week we are broadcasting earlier because of traveling schedule***
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**Necessary Blackness Ep. 4** Dec 22, 2016

In Ep.4 of **Necessary Blackness**, we sit down with K.B. The Voice to discuss everything from **Donald Trump** meeting with **Kayne West** and **Jim Brown**, the situation in Standing Rock and why putting our faith in the laws enacted from our enemy is detrimental to our liberation.
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necessaryblackness_genderwars — **Necessary Blackness Ep.3 Gender Wars: The Wrath of The Angry Black Feminist** Dec 15, 2016

**Necessary Blackness** got an opportunity to sit with Dr. Khalilah Ali (*Elementary Genocide 2*) to discuss the notion of the angry *‘Black* *Feminist”* and should activist/NFL Hall of Fame Football Player **Jim Brown** get a pass for meeting with President Elect **Donald Trump**.
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itunes — **Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 2** Dec 12, 2016
**Necessary Blackness Podcast Ep. 2**

**Rahiem Shabazz** speaks on the election of **Donald Trump** and Black people resilience to survive in perils time.

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In this interview Omowale Afrikatalks about his new documentary and the aftermath of the 2020 election. #UnAmericanDilemma documentary

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We do more than pay tribute to a legend, father and husband in this episode. We discuss the impact and lives touched by Kobe Bryant as well as what his tragic death means to us. We offer our condolence to the Bryant family as well as the family of all those who perished during that fateful day.

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Necessary Blackness Podcast interviews Mr. Dan Moore Sr the founder of the Apex Museum. We spoke about the historical importance of the Museum and its cultural significance. We also discussed Reparation and the true meaning of liberation as it pertains to Black America.

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Nullification is not an official part of criminal procedure, but is the logical consequence of two rules governing the systems in which it exists:

Jurors cannot be punished for reaching a “wrong” decision (such as acquitting a defendant despite their guilt being proven beyond a reasonable doubt).[5]

A defendant who is acquitted cannot be tried again for the same alleged crime in front of another jury.[6]

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast we speak with @porighteousteacher about Childhood Trauma, PTS, and Invisible Scars.

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Necessary Blackness Podcast Goes Live. I got my co-host Marci Li in the studio. We want to speak to the family and discuss everything happening in Black America. We talk about everything from Jussie Smollett, R. Kelly, Kamala Harris etc.,

Who’s really to blame? Did we enable “the pied piper” of R&B to commit crimes against black women or were we protecting the reputation of a music genius?

Join Necessary Blackness Podcast with our host Marci Li to talk in-depth about R. Kelly’s alleged sexual misconduct and whether the black community was complicit in aiding Kelly. We also discuss the searing 6-part series “Surviving R. Kelly”.

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In this podcast, I discuss the highly contested race, what we need to do moving forward and why voting is just one component of obtaining our liberation. Below is a video explaining my ordeal while trying to exercise my right to vote.

“They get to ruin my life, say anything they want, and then they get to go on with their lives”, he states. In recent weeks we have witness of rash of white women calling 911 to report crimes that didn’t happen in order to get individuals arrested.

As a Black man who seen the need to change the blighted condition of his community, Truth wanted to make sure the East side of Detroit did not join the growing list of urban communities that are quickly becoming a food dessert.

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Many are decrying the actions of Brian Kemp who is the Secretary of State for Georgia and his run against Stacey Abrams for the Governor seat. Brian Kemp is trying to suppress the Black votes in Georgia which is an unacceptable act that violates several laws.

We are talking about that and more on tonight’s episode of #NecessaryBlacknessPodcast

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In order to put out fires you got to deal with the people who own the water….You need money to get power and you need the power to protect the money. We have the money now we need to seize the power!!!!

In the Black America’s latest news, a former police chief in a Southern Florida suburb has been indicted for pressuring his officers to pin crimes on any African American with “somewhat of a record” to keep the crime stats in his jurisdiction perfect.

Dr. Obari will be at the Shrine of The Black Madonna tonight 4/24 at 6pm to discuss “Teaching Young Black Men To Value Women”

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Necessary Blackness Podcast sits with Kyomi to discuss the 7th Annual Ujamaa Fest taking place in Atlanta on 12/23. The must-attend event attracts people from all walks of life and age demographics.

As families celebrate Kwanzaa and richness of African-American culture this year and every year, we can all find inspiration in the principle of Ujamaa in the development of a new global economy built through communal values and cooperatives.

This event is FREE and Open to the public. RSVP at www.UJamaaFest.com and add your name to the list of attendees.

Necessary Blackness Podcast returns with the ‘Fitted Hat Philosopher’ Rahiem Shabazz and special guest Ebone Gee to talk about the injustice handed down to Meek Mill, whether we are loving our sons and raising our daughter and much more.

Necessary Blackness Podcast sits down with Bro. DJ to talk about the 2nd Annual Black Power Award, advancing the power of the people on a global level and what can be expected when we celebrate Black Excellence.

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Facing a decade and a half in prison couldn’t stop her. Losing a loved one to suicide didn’t destroy her. Battling loss and pain while raising three children was not enough to make her quit.

We also discuss the story about a mom, who became angered about students who wrists were taped and placed in a dark room to experience the trauma of slavery. We discussed the pros and cons of such experiment and if it has a place in today’s classroom.

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Necessary Blackness Podcast host Rahiem Shabazz and co-host Ashton Breon talk about the unjustified acquittal of police officer Jason Stockley of murdering Anthony Lamar Smith.

Stockley, shot Smith after he suspected him of making a drug deal. Smith fled from officers trying to arrest him. Stockley, 36, testified he felt he was in danger because he saw Smith holding a silver revolver when he backed his car toward officers then sped away.

Prosecutors said Stockley planted a gun in Smith’s car. The officer’s DNA was on the weapon but Smith’s was not. Dashcam video from Stockley’s cruiser recorded him saying he was “going to kill this motherfucker”. Less than a minute later, he shot Smith five times.

Armelia’s experience allowed her to minister to families and travel on spiritual missions to Korea, Haiti, African and the Philippines.

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz sits down with Michael Imhotep (The African History Network). Michael Imhotep is a talk show host, researcher, lecturer and writer covering politics and pertinent issues facing Black America.

Michael Imhotep discusses African-American resistance in the era of Donald Trump, voters suppression, reparation and how elections have consequences. We also spoke with the historian, Michael Imhotep about the St. Louis Riots of 1917 and the Red Summer of 1919.

When the prison doors are opened, the real dragon will fly out.”

– Ho Chi Minh

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz, Goddess Funmi and Ashton Breon discuss the subject of Polygamy and how most woman are in a Polygamist relationship and don’t even know it.

Here are a few reason for the practice of Polygamy.

Increase the probability of children, particularly when a wife is barren or gives birth to a female children only.

Increase the labor supply within a kinship network.

Deal with the “problem” or surplus women.

Expand the range of a man’s alliances so he is able to maintain or acquire a position of leadership.

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In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz and Queen Funmi talks Fatherhood and what it means to Black America, the myth and lies that were debunked about Black fathers and the importance of the extended family.

According to the CDC 67% of Black dads who don’t live with their children see them at least once a month. Compared to 59% of White dads and 32% of Hispanics dads.

This episode explores the root of absentees fathers, which is due to racism, poverty and mass incarceration. From the Homestead Act of 1862 to the red-lining of Chicago.

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz sits down with Brandi Davis to talk about her time in prison and the cautionary tale she espouse to educate the youth ,so they don’t get caught up in the drug culture and lifestyle.

Brandi Davis was raised in a middle class community in Detroit. Despite being a first time, non-violent offender in the drug trade, Brandi was sentenced to 10 years in Federal prison.

Since her release, Davis has been gainfully employed and reunited with her son. She has garner media attention with her telling and poignantly written book, “The High Price I Had To Pay”.

Brandi Davis, seeks to continue education the youth about the perils of the underworld and how to live a positive lifestyle, by impacting others through her recently released book and upcoming speaking engagements.

She can be reached via Instagram at @FreePrettyGirls and on Facebook at Brandi Davis

This Wednesday, (4.26.17) at 6 PM on Necessary Blackness Podcast, Dhoruba Bin-Wahad former Black Panther Party, Black Liberation Army and also political prisoner, discusses the Militarized Policing of America, the state of Black America and the Stealth History of Revisionism.

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Necessary Blackness Podcast had the honor of sitting down with Filmmaker Amadeuz Christ to discuss his movie “Out of Darkness”.

The film examines the untold history of African people, the African cultural contribution to the nation of the worlds, and the events that have contributed to the conditions of African people of today.

In this episode of Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz sits with Professor. Ed Garnes to talk about racism in the academy, his work as an African Therapist/Counselor and educating Black men.

This week on Necessary Blackness Podcast, Rahiem Shabazz talks about Ben Carson likened slaves to immigrants during a staff speech. He also pays tribute to Radical Civil Rights Lawyer, Lynne Stewart who died at the age of 77.

Jurors cannot be punished for reaching a “wrong” decision (such as acquitting a defendant despite their guilt being proven beyond a reasonable doubt).^[5]

A defendant who is acquitted cannot be tried again for the same alleged crime in front of another jury.^[6]