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Casino Workers Are Striking, Being Black At A PWI, & Comedian Sam Jay Joins The Show To Talk About Being Single vs Being In A Relationship Nov 09, 2023

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In this episode of The Amanda Seales Show, Amanda Seales and her team engage in a lively Group Chat Thursday, tackling diverse topics. The discussion kicks off with the comparison of being single versus being in a relationship, featuring insights from special guest Sam Jay, a stand-up comic, actor, and Emmy-nominated writer.

The conversation explores the advantages and challenges of both relationship statuses, delving into personal growth, experiences, and advice for singles. Later in the episode, the focus shifts to the unique experience of being Black at a predominantly white institution (PWI), discussing feelings of isolation, community, and the impact on one's career. The show also features the Group Chat Topic of the Week centered on pet owners, inviting listeners to share their love for their pets and humorous pet stories. The episode wraps up with Amanda's segment "I Be Knowin'" discussing the benefits of taking the scenic route and a roundup of news headlines, including historic wins in Philadelphia and Rhode Island elections, a potential casino workers' strike in Las Vegas, and a warning against decorating steering wheels. Listeners are encouraged to call in and participate in the engaging discussions throughout the show.

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(4:37) - OUR SPECIAL GUEST ON THIS GROUP CHAT THURSDAY IS A STAND UP COMIC, ACTOR, AND EMMY NOMINATED WRITER…

TODAY WE’RE TALKING ABOUT BEING SINGLE VERSUS BEING IN A RELATIONSHIP.

QUEEN NAJIA RECENTLY SAID SHE’S ENVIOUS OF SINGLE WOMEN WITH NO KIDS BECAUSE THEIR LIVES SEEM SIMPLER.

(8:59) - OUR SPECIAL GUEST TODAY IN THE GROUP CHAT IS SAM JAY - A STAND UP COMIC, ACTOR, AND EMMY NOMINATED WRITER…

WHAT’S THE BEST THING ABOUT BEING IN A RELATIONSHIP?

WHEN YOU’RE IN A RELATIONSHIP, DO YOU MISS ANYTHING ABOUT BEING SINGLE?

AS A SINGLE PERSON, WOULD LIFE BE MORE FULFILLING IF YOU WERE IN A RELATIONSHIP?

(13:30) - The Group Chat Continues:

IS THERE ANYTHING THAT YOU WISH YOU WOULD’VE DONE BEFORE GETTING INTO A RELATIONSHIP? DO YOU FEEL LIKE YOU EXPERIENCED PERSONAL GROWTH?

AS A SINGLE PERSON, IS THERE ANY GROWTH YOU’D LIKE TO HAVE BEFORE YOUR NEXT RELATIONSHIP?

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A SINGLE PERSON?

(18:27) – JEREMIAH’S MOST LIKELY TO – Not pick up the phone.

(22:15) – COMING UP THIS HOUR:

THE GROUP CHAT CONTINUES. THIS HOUR, WE’LL TALK ABOUT BEING BLACK AT A PREDOMINANTLY WHITE INSTITUTION.

(23:50) GROUP CHAT: BEING BLACK AT A P.W.I.

BREAK 1:

WE TALK A LOT ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE AT HBCU’S, BUT WE DONT TALK MUCH ABOUT THE PWI EXPERIENCE.

DID YOU FEEL ALONE ON CAMPUS AND IN CLASS?

DID YOU FEEL WELCOME ON CAMPUS?

(28:05) BEING BLACK AT A P.W.I.

HOW DID YOU FIND COMMUNITY ON CAMPUS?

WERE BLACK PEOPLE CONNECTED ON YOUR CAMPUS?

(32:28) THE GROUP CHAT CONTINUES

DID ATTENDING A PWI IMPACT THE WAY YOU SHOWED IN YOUR CAREER AND WORK?

WHAT DID YOU TAKE AWAY FROM THE EXPERIENCE OF ATTENDING A PWI?

(37:44) – WE’LL GO TO THE PHONE LINES.

(42:17) - GROUP CHAT THURSDAY CONTINUES THIS HOUR…. WITH THE GROUP CHAT TOPIC OF THE WEEK.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR PETS? 1 855 AMANDA 9… 1 855 262 6328.

WE’VE ALSO GOT JEREMIAH MOST LIKELY TO

(45:31) - THE GROUP CHAT TOPIC OF THE WEEK IS FOR OUR PET OWNERS..

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR PET.

(50:34) – THE GROUP CHAT TOPIC OF THE WEEK CONTINUES...

WE’LL GO TO THE PHONE LINES AND SEE WHY YOU LOVE YOUR PETS.

(54:46) – WE’RE LOVING YOUR PET STORIES. CALL US AND TELL US WHY YOU LOVE YOUR PET. 1 855 262 6328.

(59:32) - IT’S THE AMANDA SEALES SHOW! I’M AMANDA SEALES…

WORD OF THE DAY…… MIEN (noun)

MERRIAM- WEBSTER DICTIONARY:

air or bearing especially as expressive of attitude or personality: DEMEANOR; APPEARANCE, ASPECT EXAMPLES: dresses of formal mien; of somber mien; the mien of a choirboy

COMING UP THIS HOUR….

AMANDA’S I BE KNOWN’
WE’LL TAKE MORE CALLS

(1:03:13) – AMANDA’S I BE KNOWIN – THE BENEFITS OF TAKING THE SCENIC ROUTE.

(1:06:53) – 60 SECOND HEADLINES

STORY 1: DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES MADE HISTORY THIS WEEK… IN PHILADELPHIA AND RHODE ISLAND. CHERELLE PARKER IS SET TO BECOME PHILLY’S FIRST FEMALE MAYOR, WHILE GABE AMO WILL BECOME THE FIRST BLACK PERSON TO REPRESENT RHODE ISLAND AFTER WINNING THE SPECIAL CONGRESSIONAL ELECTION.

IN OHIO VOTERS APPROVED A MEASURE TO LEGALIZE RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA. WHILE ALSO PROTECTING THE RIGHT TO ABORTION.

AND HOUSTON'S MAYORAL RACE IS HEADING TO A RUNOFF.

STORY 2: Approximately, 35,000 workers will reportedly go on strike across 18 casino resorts on the Las Vegas Strip if an agreement on a five-year contract is not reached today…

Members of the Culinary Workers Union Local 226 and Bartenders Union Local 165 voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike last month. The unions are asking for better pay, a reduced workload and quotas, and the provision of safety protections among other things

STORY 3: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a warning for people to stop putting rhinestones on your steering wheels in your car because it can result in serious injuries in the event of a car crash.

The Agency also says people should immediately remove any decorations they may have already put on your steering wheel. Those decorations could become sharp projectiles in a crash, potentially causing serious, or even fatal, injury.

STORY 4: Sha’Carri Richardson now has a sports track in her Texas hometown in her honor. The track at the John Kincaide Stadium in Dallas, Texas will be named after her.

The Dallas Independent School District Board of Trustees voted unanimously to have the track field named after the three-time world medalist.
The stadium is owned and operated by the school district, which is where Sha’Carri Richardson completed her elementary and high school studies.

STORY 5: Alicia Keys is commemorating the 20th Anniversary The Diary Of Alicia Keys, this year by dropping a special deluxe edition re-release on Dec. 1st. She’ll also have a one-night-only intimate performance, and a limited-edition vinyl.

(1:10:05) – WE’LL GO BACK TO THE PHONE LINES.

(1:15:00) – THANKS FOR LISTENING TO THE AMANDA SEALES SHOW!

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DoorDash’s New Tipping Policies, J. Cole vs Soulja Boy, and Violent Protests Are Breaking Out In Bangladesh Nov 08, 2023

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In this episode, Amanda Seales covers a variety of news and topics. She discusses how the handling of the war in Gaza by President Biden might affect young voters' turnout in the upcoming elections. DoorDash is warning customers that they may receive slower service if they don't tip their drivers, a move aimed at encouraging better compensation for delivery personnel. The episode also touches on issues like the Supreme Court's decision regarding domestic abusers' rights to gun ownership and the recent beef between Soulja Boy and J. Cole. Moreover, there's a segment on the theft of oxtails by two Texas men and their humorous yet somewhat impractical approach to it. It also highlights significant legal issues and features an amusing "Issa Black Pop Quiz" to round out the episode.

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(02:35) - The leaders of progressive groups focused on mobilizing young voters are warning President Biden that his handling of the war in Gaza could depress turnout in a demographic that’s already notoriously difficult to energize on Election Day.

(08:19) - If you are thinking of skimping on a DoorDash tip, do so at your own risk. DoorDash is testing a new system and warning their customers that you may get bad or slow service if you don’t tip your driver. If you try to place an order through the DoorDash app without leaving a tip, you may get this pop-up: “Orders with no tip might take longer to get delivered — are you sure you want to continue?”

(11:48) – 60 Second Headlines

(15:15) - Not My Ministry – w/ Rita Brent #LilKim #Draws

(21:27) - Levi's and H&M are among top global clothing brands to suffer production halts in Bangladesh, after days of violent protests by workers demanding higher wages. Bangladesh's 3,500 garment factories account for around 85 percent of the South Asian country's $55 billion annual exports, supplying many of the world's top names in fashion. But conditions are dire for many of the sector's four million workers, the vast majority of whom are women whose monthly wages start at 8,300 taka ($75).

(26:33) - Soulja Boy has had a change of heart after going at J. Cole for “dissing” him. Last week, J. Cole went on Lil Yachty’s podcast and had this to say about Soulja Boy’s emergence in hip hop.

(32:20) - BIG UP - To TWO TEXAS men who “allegedly” stole over $1,000 worth of Ox Tails– for being modern-day Robin Hoods and doing the Lord’s work (as we get closer to Thanksgiving). Two Texas men were arrested for allegedly making off with almost 50 packs of expensive cuts of meat from various grocery stores. The oxtails, shrimp, lamb chops, steaks, and brisket reportedly came from four separate stores– Walmart, H-E-B, Food Town, and Kroger. STORES BE RUNNING OUT OF ISH! THIS IS GOOD OLE’ PREPAREDNESS AND FORESIGHT. FURTHERMORE, STORES HAVE BEEN PRICE GOUGING OXTAILS. I AM CONVINCED THEY WERE GOING TO SELL THEM AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE TO THE HOOD!

(37:28) – We’ll go to the phone lines.

(39:43) -COMING UP THIS HOUR IN BLACKURATE NEWS:

(41:49) - The Supreme Court seemed likely this week to preserve a federal law that prohibits people under domestic violence restraining orders from having guns. The case before the court involves a Texas man, Zackey Rahimi, who was accused of hitting his girlfriend during an argument in a parking lot and later threatening to shoot her.

(45:26) – Issa Black Pop Quiz.

(50:37) – Supreme Goes to the polls. #ElectionDay

(55:19) – IT’S TIME TO LISTEN LAUGH AND LEARN… I HAVE THE WORD FOR THE DAY…. AND THE WORD OF THE DAY IS… COCKAMAMIE. IT’S AN ADJECTIVE USED TO DESCRIBE SOMETHING RIDICULOUS, SILLY OR INCREDIBLE.

(59:00) – Politicians Say the Smartest Things

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Rihanna’s Guinness World Record, Kid Cudi Speaks Out In Support of Palestine, Usher Hints At Who He’s Brining Out At The Super Bowl Nov 08, 2023

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In this episode of Amanda Seales covers a diverse range of topics. From Usher's upcoming Super Bowl halftime performance and the 2024 presidential election to crucial discussions on AI legislation and support for Palestine. Amanda dives into Blackurate news and introduces a new segment called 'Am I Trippin?' where she offers advice on personal dilemmas. Plus, get your daily dose of word of the day and the quirkiest things politicians say. It's a packed episode full of insight, entertainment, and Amanda's unique perspective!

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03:49 - Usher has hinted at who he may bring out during his forthcoming Super Bowl LVIII half-time performance, taking place on Feb. 11, 2024 in Paradise, NV. He teased that he may be taking the stage with artists he’s worked with over the years for a “celebration.”

09:20 - WE ARE ONE YEAR AWAY FROM THE 2024 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION… BUT EVERY ELECTION IS IMPORTANT! TODAY IS ELECTION DAY IN OHIO, TEXAS, MICHIGAN KENTUCKY, MISSISSIPPI, MAINE, KANSAS, WASHINGTON, NEW YORK, COLORADO & NEW JERSEY 1 855- AMANDA 8… THAT’S 1 855 262 6328 CALL ME IF YOU WANT TO VENT ABOUT VOTING.

12:51 – 60 SECOND HEADLINES

STORY 1: New Edition has announced their Las Vegas residency. New Edition: Las Vegas will kick off Feb. 28. The group confirmed six residency shows at the Wynn Las Vegas’ Encore Theater.

STORY 2: Mississippi’s congressional delegation is urging President Joe Biden to award the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously to civil rights leader Medgar Wiley Evers.

STORY 3: Rihanna set another Guinness World Record for attracting “the largest TV audience” during her Super Bowl Halftime Show.

STORY 4: A deal to resolve film and television actors’ 113-day strike could be imminent, as the union representing them said it is reviewing Hollywood and TV studios’ final offer.

STORY 5: While 50 Cent continues to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his debut album, Get Rich or Die Tryin,’ he announced that his 2003 breakout single “In Da Club” has officially become his first diamond-certified song.

17:35 – We’ll go to the phonelines.

20:53 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ALGEE SMITH.

23:26 - After President Joe Biden signed the first-ever executive order on artificial intelligence, members of Congress are pushing forward to ensure the Black community is not harmed by AI technology. President Biden issued a new executive order on “Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence,” and it established protocols to protect Americans from fraud, invasion of privacy, and violation of civil rights by AI technology. Tech experts have pointed out that abusive AI tactics have been racially biased, especially against Black people.

27:42 - Kid Cudi is speaking out in support of Palestine, joining a list of celebrity voices calling for a ceasefire as the increasingly deadly conflict between Israel and Hamas rages on.

32:13 – The Big Up/Let Down

36:28 – We’ll go to the phonelines.

42:28 - STORY 1: AM I TRIPPIN? Every day we all have those moments that make us double take, scratch our chins, and ask ourselves, Am I trippin? Well, when you do, send us a DM @SealesSaidIt and tell us about your dilemma, and I’ll weigh in on whether you’re tripping like Ella Mai or somebody playing in your face. Today’s question comes from Mike Ohio… Hey Seales show! So I’ve been reconnected with my ex for the past few months. We are not official or anything, but we’re just getting to know each other again, and things have been going well for the most part. Until the other day, he was screen sharing on FaceTime and I saw that he tiktok DMs with this guy that I know he was talking to after we broke up back in 2018. I know it’s petty, but I felt a way because what are they in the DMs kikiking about? He doesn't even send me funny tiktok videos (I mean we don’t even follow each other on social media, but still). I asked him about it and he confirmed to me they did talk way back when, but it didn’t work out. He says the guy is in a relationship now, and they’re just friends. I still feel a way about it. Do you think there is more to the story or am I trippin?

44:58 - Am I Trippin’ Part 2 Last break we introduced a new segment called “Am I Trippin?” where I weigh in on the dilemmas that have you conflicted. Today’s question came from Mike in Ohio, who is uneasy after finding out his ex, that he’s reconnecting with, is still DMing on social media with someone else they used to talk to.

47:54 – How Black Do You Feel Today

52:15 – Word of the Day.

55:20 – Politicians Say the Darndest Things

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A Rise In Infant Mortality Rates, Trump Is Leading In Polls, And The Reaction To Megan Thee Stallion’s New Single COBRA Nov 06, 2023

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A Rise In Infant Mortality Rates, Trump Is Leading In Polls, And The Reaction To Megan Thee Stallion’s New Single COBRA

In this episode, Amanda Seales covers a range of engaging topics, from the rising inflation and infant mortality rates in the United States to Megan Thee Stallion's new single, "COBRA." The show also features discussions about pet ownership and Black pet parents, with listeners sharing the value their pets add to their lives. Notable segments include the Big Up/Let Down, where Lloyd Banks knows his worth and Lauryn Hill faces criticism for her punctuality. Furthermore, the podcast delves into early polling for the 2024 presidential election, revealing that Donald Trump is leading in five battleground states. Amanda Seales also explores the topic of forgiveness and its side effects in her "Small Doses" segment.

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(03:50) - Ohio’s Republican secretary of state quietly canceled the voter registrations of more than 26,000 voters in late September.

Suspicious, as this happened less than two weeks before the deadline to register to vote in next week’s hotly contested abortion referendum in the state. It’s unusual to remove voter registrations this close to an election given the risk of disenfranchising people who intend to vote but simply missed the memo that they had been flagged for removal.

(08:08) - After comedian Amy Schumer posted a video featuring clips of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speaking in support of Israel and denouncing antisemitism, his daughter Bernice King felt compelled to clarify what her father’s stance would be on the war between Israel and Hamas.

(12:26) – 60 Second Headlines

STORY 1: During the next eight days, Former Pres. Trump and three of his children, Don Jr, Eric and Ivanka are slated to testify in the New York civil case, defending themselves against claims that they inflated the value of their properties to obtain favorable loans and insurance coverage…

STORY 2: Duane "Keefe D" Davis pleaded not guilty in the Tupac murder case after being appointed a public defender.

STORY 3: The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office announced that former Memphis police officer Desmond Mills pleaded guilty to federal charges in the death of Tyre Nichols.

STORY 4: Missy Elliott made history over the weekend– becoming the first female rapper to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. DJ Kool Herc was also inducted.

STORY 5: Nipsey Hussle’s Estate is Officially Finalized and his two Children Will Be Granted His $11 Million in Assets

(14:39) – We’ll go to the phonelines.

(17:18) HAPPY BIRTHDAY IF YOU’RE CELEBRATING YOUR BIRTHDAY TODAY:

ALSO HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOO: LAMOR ODOM, ETHAN HAWKE (Actor - Training Day)

COMING UP THIS HOUR IN BLACKURATE NEWS: U.S. Infant Mortality Rate rises for the first time in over 2 decades. We’ll kick off our Group Chat Topic of the week… This week we’re talking about Black pet parents. Plus the Big Up/Let Down - featuring Lloyd Banks and Lauryn Hill.

(20:02) - The U.S. infant mortality rate rose 3%, with 20,538 deaths recorded in 2022, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published Wednesday. There were increases among all ethnicity groups except for the infants of Asian women. Deaths among infants of Black women remained the highest of all the groups, with almost twice the U.S. average.

(24:42) - Group Chat Question of the Week: If you are a pet owner, what kind of pet do you have, and what do you love about your pet? Tell us about the value your pet adds to your life. Share a funny story about your pet.

(29:38) -

BIG UP - LLOYD BANKS - FOR KNOWING HIS WORTH AND BELIEVING IN HIMSELF. The former G-Unit soldier recently revealed that he plans to charge fans $100 for his next mixtape project, Cold Corner 3. Lloyd let his fans know the Mixtape will not be available on streaming sites, only through him for $100.

LET DOWN - LAURYN HILL FOR PLAYING IN HER FANS FACE AND MISUSING GOD AS AN EXCUSE. She recently stood on stage and addressed criticism she’s received for constantly showing up late to her concerts.

(34:33) – We’ll go to the phonelines.

(37:47) - THANKS FOR LISTENING!

HAPPY MONDAY! TODAY IS NOVEMBER 6, 2023

IT WAS ON THIS DAY IN 2012 THAT BARACK OBAMA WAS RE-ELECTED AS PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES.

COMING UP THIS HOUR IN BLACKURATE NEWS: ACCORDING TO THE POLLS, DONALD TRUMP IS LEADING PRESIDENT BIDEN IN 5 BATTLEGROUND STATES. SMALL DOSES SEGMENT - (SIDE EFFECTS OF FORGIVENESS) MEGAN THEE STALLION JUST DROPPED A NEW SINGLE, AND NOW FOLKS ARE QUESTIONING HER VULNERABILITY, BUT WHY?!

(41:02) - According to the polls, former President Donald Trump led President Joe Biden in five battleground states in a hypothetical matchup ahead of the 2024 presidential election. Even a year before the 2024 presidential race, Trump has long been the frontrunner in the crowded field of White House hopefuls. The new polls from The New York Times and Siena College, have found that Trump led Biden in Nevada, Georgia, Arizona, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.

(45:44) - Last Friday, Megan the Stallion dropped her new single “Cobra” following a bitter legal battle with her former label. Now people are saying she’s depressed. Let’s talk about it.

(51:17) – Small Doses – Side Effects of Forgiveness.

(55:12) – We’ll go to the phonelines.

(56:58) – The Word of the Day! TO PARSE SOMETHING IS TO STUDY IT BY LOOKING CLOSELY AT ITS PARTS

(59:13) Politicians Say the Darndest Things.. Bernie Sanders flips his stance on a ceasefire.

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The People Vs Keith Lee, Steph Curry Is Supporting Black Designers, & 3K Morehouse Alumni Have Debt Wiped Nov 03, 2023

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Amanda brings us stories to celebrate Black Joy Friday. First up Seales highlights Morehouse College's remarkable initiative, collaborating with the Debt Collective to clear nearly 3,000 students' debts. Amanda then proceeds with "A Public Seales Announcement" and checks voicemails.

Another story for Black Joy Friday comes from Calvin T. Mann's inspirational mobile mentoring bus in Detroit, and Heman Bekele, a 14-year-old named America’s Top Young Scientist for his cancer-fighting soap invention. The show features "The People Versus" segment, discussing Keith Lee and restaurant reviews, and "Amanda’s Things I Learned This Week." It also introduces "The Word Game" and the bonus word of the day, "regale," meaning to entertain or amuse by telling stories. The celebration continues with Stephen Curry's support for Black designers and a segment on the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.

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(2:08) - Nearly 3,000 Morehouse men have had their debts with the college wiped clean. Morehouse is teaming up with an organization known as the Debt Collective, the nation's first union of debtors to cancel pending debt.

(3:52) - It’s A Public Seales Announcement.

(5:34) - We’ll check the voicemail.

(11:33) - A STORY OF BLACK JOY: Calvin T. Mann has launched both a mobile mentoring bus and an apparel line to inspire Black youth called Encourage Me I’m Young in Detroit.

(14:04) - JEREMIAH’S THE PEOPLE VERSUS…KEITH LEE. #Atlanta #Restaurants #OldLadyGang #KandiBurress.

(18:22) - Amanda’s Things I Learned This Week!

(23:35) - We’ll Check the Voicemail.

(28:23) - COMING UP THIS HOUR: WE’RE SPREADING MORE BLACK JOY. FOR THE RECORD THINGS I LEARNED THIS WEEK AND WE’LL CHECK THE VOICEMAIL.

(31:06) - A STORY OF BLACK JOY: Heman Bekele, a 14-year-old young man from Virginia, has been named America’s Top Young Scientist for his Cancer-fighting soap invention.

(33:16) - THE WORD GAME – Part 1.

(36:01) - THE WORD GAME – Part 2.

(38:30) - WE’VE GOT A BONUS WORD FOR THE DAY… REGALE TO ENTERTAIN OR AMUSE BY TELLING STORIES, DESCRIBING EXPERIENCES. COMING UP THIS HOUR: SHARING MORE BLACK JOY! WE’RE CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF HIP HOP WITH THE BLACKSPIN.

(42:50) - A STORY OF BLACK JOY: Stephen Curry Is Supporting Black Designers with His Tunnel Walks This NBA Season. Four-time NBA champion has a new partnership during the 2024 NBA season with e-commerce site Rakuten: which was created to support Black designers from the Black In Fashion Council.

(45:01) - WE’RE CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF HIP HOP with THE BLACK SPIN. First-week sales.

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Keith Lee Faces Death Threats, Nick Cannon’s Docuseries, & TJ Holmes and Amy Robach Reveal An Update On Instagram Nov 02, 2023

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Amanda and her team tackle a range of engaging topics on Group Chat Thursday. They start by discussing the experiences of food critic Keith Lee, who faced death threats after leaving reviews of Black-owned restaurants in Atlanta, sparking a debate about critiquing Black-owned businesses and customer service expectations. The conversation extends to the level of grace given to white-owned businesses compared to their Black-owned counterparts.

The Group Chat Topic of the Week explores first-date deal-breakers, including whether going to the Cheesecake Factory is a suitable choice for a first date. Amanda and Supreme engage in a spirited debate on this topic. The episode delves into relationship dynamics, specifically the timing of going Instagram official, and whether the public should be privy to relationship details on social media. The show concludes with "Jeremiah's Most Likely To" and headlines of the day. Amanda Seales offers an insightful and engaging podcast episode, touching on various subjects and engaging her audience in meaningful discussions.

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(3:47) - Group Chat Thursday – Food Critic Keith Lee is sharing his truth about restaurants in Atlanta. The crew chimes in.

(8:26) - The Group Chat continues: Is it cool for us to critique Black-owned businesses? What are some of your customer service turn-offs?

(12:53) - More Group Chat: Black-owned restaurants… Are they in service to make money or for clout?

(17:24) - It’s Group Chat Thursday: Do we give more grace to white-owned businesses?

(22:34) - Coming up this hour… the Group Chat topic of the week. What are your first date deal breakers, and would you go to the Cheesecake Factory on a first date?

(23:52) - The Group Chat Topic of the Week: Would you go to the Cheesecake Factory on a first date? Amanda and Supreme debate.

(28:45) - The Group Chat continues: The heated discussion on dating continues… Who do you agree with?

(33:48) - We open the phone lines so you can chime in. Would you go to the Cheesecake Factory on a first date? 1 855 262 6328.

(38:22) - The Group Chat continues: What makes a good first date?

(43:02) - TJ Holmes and Amy Robach, formerly of GMA, have gone IG official, AFTER they were let go for fraternizing on the job. We’ll talk about relationships on social media! How soon is too soon to post your boo thing? If you go social media official, are the people entitled to relationship play by plays? The good and bad?! We’ll also have JEREMIAH’S MOST LIKELY TO.

(45:35) - It’s Group Chat Thursday! How soon is too soon to go Instagram Official with your partner?

(50:10) - We’re still in the group chat! After you go Instagram Official, is everything you say online automatically related to your relationship?

(59:35) - Jeremiah’s Most Likely Too – Mostly like to Double it! #BlueIvyCarter

(1:02:05) - Word of the day!

(1:04:52) - Amanda’s I Be Knowin’. Revelations from being outside.

(1:09:15) - 60 Second Headlines

Story 1 - The jury in the YSL Rico case will begin seating this week. Young Thug put in a request for a speedy trial after his arrest last year, but the jury selection process began in January and has lasted since. The selection is considered to be “the longest in Georgia” history.

Story 2 - Walmart unveiled over a hundred revamped stores this week that have been recalibrated to pull in more customers and keep them in stores for longer.

Story 3 - Nick Cannon will debut his docuseries, Nick Cannon Presents: Future Superstars, on Nov. 21 on VH1.

Story 4 - Track and field world champion Sha’Carri (Sha-Kerry) Richardson is one of 11 women up for the 2023 Women’s World Athlete of the Year award.

(1:12:19) - We’ll go to the phonelines. Who should run for president?

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Magic Johnson Becomes A Billionaire, Black Models Are Boycotting, and The New Class Of Female Rappers, and More Nov 01, 2023

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Amanda kicks the episode sharing why black models have boycotted Melbourne Fashion Week due to instances of racism and underpayment. Amanda introduces a new segment called "Voting and Venting," aiming to address voter apathy in the Black community and restore belief in the political system by providing historical knowledge and current information. She discusses recent headlines, from the reopening of areas in West Maui following wildfires to the end of criminal prosecutions in the Flint Water Crisis, and Magic Johnson becoming a billionaire.

In Blackurate News, Amanda highlights Bowie State University's initiative to offer inmates in Maryland the opportunity to earn degrees while incarcerated, The episode explores Khia's comments on the new class of female rappers, and Seales tests your knowledge with her Black Pop Quiz segment.

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(4:07) - Black models boycotted Melbourne Fashion Week due to racism in Australian fashion industry. The models shared that they’ve seen staff use racial slurs in front of them, and hairdressers are not shy when it comes to making derogatory and degrading comments about their hair. Two models said they discovered they were grossly underpaid compared to their white counterparts.

(7:47) - It’s the Amanda Seales Show, I’m Amanda Seales… And now it’s time for a segment, we’re calling “Voting and Venting."

Voter apathy is a serious issue in the Black community for numerous reasons, like, ya know, voter disenfranchisement! But I personally believe that with more historical knowledge and current information, our belief in the political system can be restored. In this segment, we’re gonna vent a little, but also weigh in on some important voting matters with experts.

(11:04) - 60 Second Headlines

Story 1: Today areas of West Maui will reopen to tourism following the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century.

Story 2: More than two months after white boaters attacked a Black riverboat captain in Montgomery, Ala., two of the five people charged in the Alabama Brawl have pleaded guilty.

Story 3: The next installment of National Geographic’s GENIUS franchise will focus on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, and how their dueling philosophies helped usher America through the Civil Rights Movement. The eight-part series “Genius: MLK/X” will premiere in February on the National Geographic channel.

Story 4: The Michigan Attorney General’s Office is officially ending its pursuit of criminal prosecutions over the Flint Water Crisis after 7 years of no convictions. The Flint prosecution team says the cases are now closed.

Story 5: According to Forbes…Magic Johnson is officially a billionaire, becoming the fourth athlete to earn that title.

(13:35) - We’ll go to the phone lines – 1 855 262 6328.

(16:44) - Coming up this hour in Blackurate News: One HBCU is stepping up in the lives of inmates. We’ll tell you how. That’s not my ministry with Rita Brent plus, today’s Big Up/Let Down starring Lauryn Hill and a former NBA basketball player.

(18:30) - Bowie State University is the first HBCU to offer Maryland inmates the opportunity to complete study courses. Students can get their degree while behind bars, all thanks to a partnership between Bowie State and Jessup Correctional Institute. Since the initiative launched this year, seven men who are studying to obtain either a bachelor’s degree or Entrepreneurship certificate have completed their first semester.

(21:57) - That’s not my ministry with Rita Brent.

(26:00) - Big Up - Goes to Lauryn Hill’s fans for sticking beside her! Recently announced she is postponing her Fort Worth Tour Date To “Rest The Voice” due to vocal strain. She’s had a history of showing up late to shows and performing for a brief time. Fans continue to buy tickets, support, and root her on. Side note: Beyonce did 50-11 shows domestically and internationally, while being a mom, dancing hard AF, dropping a perfume line, and didn’t complain about vocal or body strain. Maybe Lauryn needs to be on her diet OR let the crowd sing the lyrics.

Let Down - To Joe Smith and his wife for doing a live advertisement on Twitter, thinking we wouldn’t figure it out! His longtime partner posted a video of him reacting in real time to her saying she has an Only Fans account. She continued to record him despite his visible anger; it all bordered disrespect for the sake of clout.

(29:29) - We’ll go to the phone lines.

(31:42) - Coming up this hour… Khia says she isn’t like the new rap girls. Letoya Luckett will join us for “Back of the Class”. We’ll go Black around the world and we’ve got a Blop Quiz… Issa Black Pop Quiz that’s what it is.

(33:49) - Recently the rapper, Khia, made waves when she had this to say about people comparing her to the new class of female rappers.

(38:16) – Back of the Class w/ Latoya Luckett.

(42:59) – It’s a Black Pop Quiz what it is!

(46:49) – We’ll go back to the phonelines.

(50:45) – Word of the Day – Eldritch.

(54:53) – Politicians say the darnedest things.

(58:41) – Thanks for listening to The Amanda Seales Show!

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Suge Knight’s Starts A New Gig From Jail, Safaree’s Viral Halloween Post, and Is Mississippi The New Political Battleground? Nov 01, 2023

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How did Mississippi the next unexpected political battleground? Amanda Seales catches us up on the political news and why politicians are focusing on that state. Following this news, Seales shares news that the one and only Suge Knight has launched a new venture from behind bars.

The show also discusses a lawsuit against Facebook and Instagram's parent company, Meta, alleging harm to youth with addictive design features. The debate on the best Halloween candy, a review of the Milwaukee Bucks' unique national anthem, and Safaree's change of heart regarding Halloween round out the episode. Lastly, the show explores California's decision to end suspensions for "willful defiance" among students.

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(2:39) - As the current election season heats up, Mississippi is turning into an unexpected political battleground.

The solidly conservative state has recently seen changes to several racist or biased laws and policies. One of those rules required candidates for governor or other statewide offices to not only win a majority of votes overall but also to win a majority of the state’s voting districts.

(6:37) - Marion “Suge” Knight, the former Death Row Records mogul who is currently serving time in prison, is set to launch his new podcast from behind bars today.

(10:19) - 60 Second Headlines

STORY 1: A new survey published by The Society of Family Planning finds that the total number of abortions provided in the U.S. rose slightly in the 12 months after states began implementing bans on them throughout pregnancy.

STORY 2: The supergroup TGT is back! Singers Tyrese, Ginuwine, and Tank happily recently announced that the group is reuniting.

STORY 3: California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed into law a bill that requires the teaching of cursive writing across the state for grades ONE through SIX.

Brittney Griner will head up USA Basketball Women’s National Team roster for exhibition games.

Brandy is set to drop her first holiday album, “Christmas with Brandy” on November 10 via Motown Records.

(13:24) - Why You Bringing up Old Ish with Garrison Hayes. #CharlesHamiltonHouston #History #TheManWhoKilledJimCrow

(24:39) - 41 STATES AND WASHINGTON DC ARE SUING FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM'S PARENT COMPANY, META, FOR ALLEGEDLY HARMING OUR NATION'S YOUTH.

They say that Mark Zuckerberg’s META made sure to design the two social media platforms so that they are super hard to quit.

(28:45) - Every year there’s a debate of which candy is considered the best candy to be handed out for Halloween.

Some people base it on how healthy the candy is for you – chocolate or sweets, or does it cause your kid to have a sugar rush right before bedtime? Black America Web came out with a list of the 25 best candies to hand out for Halloween. We’re gonna have a turbo discussion with the team. Eat it or trash it?!

(34:20) - Big Up to The Milwaukee Bucks

For not giving a hot damn about the national anthem! How do I know? Because they booked Flava Flav to perform it before a game! YEAH BOY!!!! He wore a No. 59 jersey, referring to the year he was born, while decked out in his signature look of a chain with a clock pendant, sideways white hat, and glasses. It was a nearly three-minute performance.

The Let Down goes to - SAFAREE

For forgetting the internet keeps receipts! As everyone gears up for Halloween, Safaree took to the internet to share his thoughts on the holiday saying: “Yall have fun celebrating that demonic holiday called Halloween. Skulls, death, & blood. Nah, I’m good.” Only for the internet to quickly resurface photos of him in several Halloween costumes in years prior and old tweets that include him saying “Happy Halloween, if anyone cares.”

(38:03) - We’ll go to the phone lines.

(41:17) - IT’S TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31ST

NOT ONLY IS IT HALLOWEEN… BUT IT’S ALSO NATIONAL KNOCK KNOCK JOKE DAY!

KNOCK, KNOCK. WHO’S THERE. COMING UP. COMING UP WHO?

COMING UP THIS HOUR IN BLACKURATE NEWS:

CALIFORNIA STUDENTS CAN NO LONGER BE SUSPENDED FOR WILLFUL DEFIANCE. WE’LL EXPLAIN MORE!

ANOTHER EDITION OF GUESS THAT CELEBRITY CONFESSION!

WHY YOU BRINGING UP OLD ISH WITH GARRISON HAYES

AND HOW BLACK DO YOU FEEL TODAY?

(45:56) - California students can no longer be suspended for ‘willful defiance.’

Willful defiance is defined as: “disrupting school activities or otherwise willfully defying the valid authority of school staff.” Black students accounted for 14% of willful defiance suspensions by the end of the 2021-22 school year, even as they made up just 5% of students across the state, according to data from the California Department of Education.

(49:24) - Everyday, another celebrity gets on the internet and shares a little bit too much information for the John Q public to know, but when they do, it’s time for me to GUESS THAT CELEBRITY CONFESSION!

(53:24) – How Black Do You Feel Today?!

(57:29) – The Word of the Day - Inculcate (in-KUL-kayt) (verb)

(1:00:36) – Politician’s Say the Darndest Things.. #Trump

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