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White Mediocrity Explained May 01, 2024

The term "white mediocrity" isn't meant to offend, it's simply a reality. Michael Harriot explains why average white people can achieve great things because they live in a society that's designed for them to succeed. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Why Trauma Porn Sells Apr 29, 2024

"When they see Black people living without pain and suffering it is shocking" Michael Harriot analyzes why society is so infatuated with watching trauma in entertainment especially when it comes to stories about Black people. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

What's So Bad About Gentrification? Apr 24, 2024

"If a white girl moves in next door she's probably about to Christopher Columbus your whole hood." Can you detect the early signs that your Black neighborhood is on the verge of gentrification? Michael Harriot explains what to look out for and why the issue is so detrimental to people of color. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Systemic Racism Explained Apr 22, 2024

"Oppression doesn't have to be written down for it to be systemically racist." System Racism isn't just a talking point for politicians following the death of George Floyd. Instead it's a real problem our country has yet to deal with. Michael Harriot dumbs down the definition for those who still doubt it. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Reverse Racism Isn't Real Apr 17, 2024

"Black people don't perpetuate reverse racism. It's something that white people made up in their head to paint themselves as victims when they want to dismantle the arguments of racism." Michael Harriot uses historical fact to explain why "reverse racism" simply isn't a thing. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Connection Education and the Inequality Pipeline Apr 15, 2024

"The entire country profits from Black success but we prevent it because we are scared of fixing the inequality because white people might cry." Schools across the nation spend less money educating low-income students who are disproportionately Black and Latino yet we preach education is key. When will America finally start addressing its poor education system? Michael Harriot explores the school-to-poverty pipeline. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Is the South More Racist? Apr 10, 2024

"We're still down here telling our friends that the south isn't more racist, it's just more honest." The debate is over! Today Michael Harriot spills the tea from both sides and we'll find out who's really more racist: The North or the South. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

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theGrio Daily presents: Red Flags Black Communists Apr 08, 2024

theGrio Daily's Michael Harriot hosts a discussion on "Red Flags," the companion podcast for theGrio Black Podcast Network's, "Harlem and Moscow." "Harlem and Moscow" is an audio drama based on the true story of the Harlem Renaissance in the Soviet Union.

In this episode of Harlem and Moscow: Red Flags, host Michael Harriot is talking to experts about the conditions in America circa the 1930s that made the Soviet Union and Communism very appealing to Black folks in the states. We learn more about the African Blood Brotherhood, the CPUSA, and other communist movements led by Black Americans. The experts dispel myths about Black Americans’ relationship to communism and dive into the history of Black workers' movements in the South. Plus we learn about the real origins of the phrase “Stay Woke,” and much more! Michael is joined by historian and author of the book “Hammer and Hoe,” Dr. Robin D.G. Kelley as well as the playwright of “Harlem and Moscow” Alle Mims.

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Democracy Was Always The Answer Apr 03, 2024

"There's never been a millisecond in American history when white lives didn't matter." As much as we might not believe it, Democracy was always the answer. Michael Harriot breaks down exactly why the answer could have been in front of our noses this entire time. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

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Defining Racism & White Supremacy Apr 01, 2024

"Every generation believes that their generation is less racist than the previous one." With the help of our dear friend Ms. "Merriam Webster," Michael Harriot breaks down the definition of racism and white supremacy. He gets to the bottom and delivers a message you won't hear anywhere else. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

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Guns Are Wypipo's Seasoned Salt Pt. 2 Mar 27, 2024

"Guns and racism are American traditions." It's Wypipo Wednesday. Michael Harriot continues his breakdown on why wypipo are so fascinated with guns. theGrio Daily is an original podcast from theGrio Black Podcast Network #BlackCultureAmplified

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Guns Are Wypipo's Seasoned Salt Mar 25, 2024

"Black people with guns are white people's zombie apocalypse." Michael Harriot breaks down why white people love guns so much. And yes, it all comes back to racism. theGrio Daily is an original podcast from theGrio Black Podcast Network #BlackCultureAmplified

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The Merit Myth part 2 Mar 20, 2024

"The American education system has never been color blind." In part 2 of the Merit Myth, Michael Harriot continues to debunk the myth that everything white people got is through hard work.

The Merit Myth part 1 Mar 18, 2024

"Whiteness is an affirmative action.” In this two-part series, Michael Harriot debunks the myth that if Black people work hard, they can get everything wypipo get. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast byTheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

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Black On Black Crime Is A Hoax Mar 13, 2024

Michel Harriot uses facts and data to dispel the myth known as Black-on-Black crime. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. “Black-on-Black crime is the biggest hoax since ‘liberty & justice for all.” #BlackCultureAmplified (First Air Date: 07/1/22)

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Are All Police Racist? Mar 11, 2024

Michael Harriot explores the history of policing in America and how that history affects Black people today. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by TheGrio Black Podcast Network. “Farmers farm. Writers write. Police hunt Black people.” #BlackCultureAmplified

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Wypipology 101 Mar 06, 2024

Wypipology is the anthropological examination of the customs and habits of white people. Self-proclaimed Wypipologist, Michael Harriot expands on how it's been all around us since the beginning of time. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast from TheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified.

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Real Gangstas of Black History: Ellen Isabel Williams, Robert F Williams and the Black Armed Guard Feb 28, 2024

Ellen Isabel Williams was a radical Black griot, teacher, writer, and advocate. And unlike the peaceful civil rights leaders we often hear about, she and her grandson, Robert F. Williams, were not afraid to meet violence with violence. Wypipologist Michael Harriot recalls these Real Gangstas of Black History that don't get the same attention in public school education.

"We talk about the nonviolent civil rights movement, but we rarely talk about armed resistance."

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Real Gangstas of Black History: Paul Jennings and The Great Escape Feb 26, 2024

Paul Jennings wrote the first White House memoir; but never took credit for one of his most inspirational adventures. Wypipologist Michael Harriot explains why, and recounts the Great Escape of the Pearl Schooner.

"It was kind of like, like the Tom Joyner cruise. All the Black people knew about it. None of the wypipo had ever heard about it."

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theGrio Daily Real Gangstas of Black History: Black Women of Montgomery Feb 21, 2024

Was it the boycott in Montgomery, Alabama that led to the end of segregated buses? It played a part, but the real gangstas of Black History were the Black women who stood up to the injustice and racism in Alabama. Wypipologist Michael Harriot reminds us it wasn't just Rosa Parks who led the battle of the buses.

"According to these unwritten rules, white people never sat behind Black people."

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The Grio(t) Explained Feb 19, 2024

With all the talk about Black musicians and where they belong, and in which genre of music, we're taking you back to one of the earliest theGrio Daily episodes. Wypipologist Michael Harriot discusses the roots of Country music, and honors Sister Rosetta Tharpe for creating Rock and Roll.

We're talking about "Griots," a class of people trained to keep our history and tell our stories. Michael takes us on a journey explaining where Griots first started and how they've trickled down through history. It's deeper than you think, Kings and Queens.

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The Whitelash Against DEI Feb 14, 2024

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is the latest Wypipo boogeyman. Why? Because losing privilege seems like discrimination when you haven't known any other reality. Michael Harriot, defines DEI, and explains why conservatives have it in their crosshairs.

"Imagine if every institution, every law, every policy in America benefited you. Well, when those advantages were removed, you might look at that as discrimination."

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How to be a Race-Baiter Feb 12, 2024

Race-Baiting all-star, and world-famous wypipologist, Michael Harriot, breaks down the fundamental skills needed to play the race card. Race-baiting is a difficult political skill to master, but listen closely, and you, too, can enrage wypipo with these 5 proven strategies.

"it's all wypipo's fault. But even though those are documented peer-reviewed facts, bringing it up can cause a lot of consternation around your Caucasian friends."

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Real Gangstas of Black History: Mound Bayou Feb 07, 2024

Wypipologist Michael Harriot takes us back to Mound Bayou, Mississippi, the birthplace of the civil rights movement. A place where T.R.M. Howard, Medgar Evers, Fannie Lou Hamer, Katie Hall, Isiah Montgomery, and Aretha Franklin all have a connection. Learn why this sacred place is a part of "The Real Gangstas of Black History" series on theGrio Daily.

"It was the only place in Mississippi and almost the entire South where Jim Crow didn't exist"

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Real Gangstas of Black History: Tunis Campbell Feb 05, 2024

Tunis Campbell was in charge of giving out the 40 acres and a mule to freedmen but he did things his own way. Michael Harriot explains the tactics Campbell used to ensure his people would still have a chance to prosper when wypipo did what they always do. Tunis Campbell kicks off the "Real Gangstas of Black History," series as theGrio Daily celebrates Black History Month.

"Tunis heard a calling from God to eliminate one of the biggest evils on the planet."

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The White Vote Jan 31, 2024

"Unlike the vast majority of wypipo, the majority of Black people are not voting against their own economic, political, and social interests."

With all the talk about where the Black vote will go in 2024, world-famous Wypipologist Michael Harriot says we really need to discuss the white vote.

White Movies for Black People Jan 29, 2024

"They don't even code switch in white movies, but do white people know what code-switching is? Apparently not. So they just have us talking any kind of way to the cops."

Hollywood needs to do better. On this episode of theGrio Daily, Wypipologist Michael Harriot, lists the most overt and obvious tell-tale signs of when Black culture in a film was written or directed by wypipo.

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The Wypipo Awards 2023, Part 2 Jan 17, 2024

2023 was a banner year for WYPIPOing. But who was white enough to make the all-white all-star team? Wypipologist Michael Harriot continues to honor the best, worst, and whitest achievements in caucasity in the second part of the annual Wypipo Awards.

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The Wypipo Awards 2023, Part 1 Jan 15, 2024

2023 was a banner year for WYPIPOing. But who was white enough to make the all-white all-star team? Wypipologist Michael Harriot honors the best, worst, and whitest achievements in caucasity in the annual Wypipo Awards.

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The Racist History of Government Cheese Jan 10, 2024

"Cheese that had been bought to create that white middle-class, it was cheese that had been used to rob African Americans of their land." World famous wypipologist Michael Harriot recounts how the New Deal left Black people out. The same U.S. government that alienated Black people from subsidized mortgage programs, turned around and created programs that propped up wypipo-owned farms.

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The January 6th Riot: A Capitol Officer's Survival Story Jan 08, 2024

He's running for Congress! Marking one of the ugliest days in this country's history, January 6th, 2021, we listen back to when now Congressional candidate Harry Dunn spoke with our favorite Wypipologist, and host of theGrio Daily, Michael Harriot. Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn protected the U.S. Capitol and democracy on January 6th, 2021; now, he's on a quest for truth. Officer Dunn shares his recollection of the violence that unfolded during the riot, how it changed him, and the journey he's now on to help others with his new book, “Standing My Ground: A Capitol Police Officer's Fight for Accountability and Good Trouble After January 6th.” The experience changed his feelings about his job, but not his dedication to standing on the front lines.

Why Both Parties Are Not the Same Jan 03, 2024

"Every organization needs to be criticized and should be criticized. But there's a difference between criticism and false equivalency." A common criticism of American politics is that "both parties are two sides of the same coin." Wypipologist Michael Harriot disagrees and explains that Black people should vote for who they believe represents the aims and goals of the Black community at large. Presuming that both are the same suggests voting doesn't matter, and if Black people don't vote, they're allowing wypipo to make all the political decisions in the United States.

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The Historically White Heist Jan 01, 2024

"You've been favoring whiteness for nearly a century and a half. Right? So now you got to do it for Black people." State-run land grant HBCUs have missed out on $13 billion in the last three decades. Wypipologist Michael Harriot explains how this happened, how long it's been going on, and what he thinks should be done to repair the damage.

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12 Days Of Blackmas - Day 1 "Who Invented Wypipo?" Dec 27, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 1, we bring you, "Who invented wypipo?" Have you heard of the Willie Lynch letter? The psuedo-letter that so many people believe was true about how to make a slave. Well, I bet you never heard of the "Making of a white man" letter. Michael Harriot got his hands on it, and he is going to read it to you.

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12 Days of Blackmas - Day 2 "Caucasian Race Theory" Dec 25, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas" we bring you the best of theGrio Daily from this year. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 2 of Blackmas, Michael brings you "CRT: Caucasian Race Theory.

Critical Race Theory; three words that seem to demand people to pick a side. Michael Harriot gives us the most accurate, clear, concise breakdown of Critical Race Theory you'll ever need.

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12 Days of Blackmas - Day 3 "Slavery Is White History" Dec 20, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 3 of Blackmas, Michael brings you "Slavery is White History."

As America celebrates its independence, Michael Harriot shares a history lesson that is left out of the July 4th discussion. He details how slavery was used to make the United States an economic superpower. He explains why enslaving Africans was different from any form of slavery we've seen in history.

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12 Days of Blackmas - Day 4 "Is Juneteenth a Black Holiday?" Dec 18, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 4, Michael brings "Is Juneteenth a Black Holiday?"

Michael Harriot breaks down the real origins of Juneteenth and explains why it should be significant to all of us.

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12 Days of Blackmas - Day 5 "Black AF History" Dec 13, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot.. On Day 5 of Blackmas Michael brings you "Black AF History."

Micahel Harriot wrote a book y'all! Black AF History is the story of America through the lens of Black people. When it comes to history, we rely on historians to give us the facts, but because most of them are white, a lot has been left out. Slave revolts, the American Revolution, and the Obama presidency are just some of the historical events reexamined with a focus on life in the South.

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The 12 Days of Blackmas - Day 6 "The Alabama Beatdown is Black History" Dec 11, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 6 of Blackmas, Michael brings you "The Alabama Beatdown is Black History."

We've all seen the Montgomery Melee, the Alabama Beatdown, or the Bama Brawl at that riverfront in Montgomery, Alabama. It was a sight to see, but there is more to it than you think. Michael Harriot is here to tell you the historical significance of that beatdown.

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12 Days of Blackmas - Day 7 "What Wypipo Are Really Afraid Of" Dec 06, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 7 of Blackmas, Michael brings you "What Wypipo Are Really Afraid Of."

Michael Harriot looks at the changes to school curriculums in places like Florida and Tennessee and finds that states aren't erasing Black history; instead, schools are leaving out white people's role in Black history.

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12 Days of Blackmas - Day 8 "Black People Are Stuck On The Democratic Plantation" Dec 04, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 8, Michael brings you "Black People Are Stuck On The Democratic Plantation."

Michael Harriot explores the demographic makeup of America's most prominent political parties and explains what would have to happen for there to be a political party that fights for all the things Black people want.

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12 Days of Blackmas - Day 9 "What's So Bad About Capitalism?" Nov 29, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 9, Michael brings you "What's So Bad About Capitalism?"

Michael Harriot refutes the theory that slavery was rooted in capitalism. He analyzes real estate, education, and even entertainment to explain why white people have never been a part of free-market capitalism.

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12 Days of Blackmas - Day 10 "Affirmative Action React: Race Neutral Is Not A Thing" Nov 27, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 10, MIchael brings you "Affirmative Action React: Race Neutral Is Not A Thing."

Michael Harriot welcomes educator and fellow podcast host at theGrio Black Podcast Network, Dr. Christina Greer, to discuss "race-neutral" admissions following The Supreme Court's decision to effectively outlaw affirmative action. The pair agree the concept of race neutrality is absurd and not realistic and claim that Asian Americans are being used as pawns by conservative Americans. They also discuss the importance of diverse classrooms and point out that eliminating policies meant to level the playing field is rooted in white supremacy.

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Thanksgiving Bonus: How To Build a Low-Vibrational Plate Nov 23, 2023

"High vibrational plates are actually low-quality meals eaten by people who don't deserve the best things in life." This Thanksgiving, Michael Harriot explains the science behind the perfect plate of food. What should you be striving for this holiday season, a low or high vibrational plate? Don't worry, your favorite Wypipologist is here to make sure your plate makes the culture proud.

12 Days of Blackmas - Day 11 "Jacksonville's Racist Deadly Shooting Won't Be The Last" Nov 22, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 11, Michael brings you "Jacksonville's Racist Deadly Shooting Won't Be The Last."

Michael Harriot and fellow podcast host Dr. Christina Greer discuss the deadly shooting in Jacksonville, Florida, that killed three Black people. Dr. Greer has strong ties to the area and describes the racist history that her family experienced firsthand. The pair also analyze Florida's recent anti-Black policies that fuel hate and miseducation and call out the politicians who refuse to acknowledge that America has a race problem.

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12 Days of Blackmas - Day 12 "Let's Take Our Stuff Back" Nov 20, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. On Day 12, Michael brings you "Let's Take Our Stuff Back."

Michael Harriot looks at the hypocrisy surrounding the Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action that claims to rid race-based admissions policies but keeps legacy and athletic favoritism that benefit white students. Anytime Black people advanced in America, it's because they demanded it; maybe that time is here yet again.

theGrio Daily's "12 Days of Blackmas" Nov 17, 2023

During the "12 Days of Blackmas," we bring you the absolute best of theGrio Daily. The top downloaded episodes from your favorite Wypipologist Michael Harriot. Be ready every Monday and Wednesday through the end of 2023!

What "Classic Education" Actually Means Nov 15, 2023

"They don't want to say they're anti-Black history or pro-white, they want to say they're for something that's classical." Concerned parents are flooding school board meetings demanding that their children receive a "classic education" but what are they actually saying? Wypipologist Michael Harriot is here to call out their racist requests.

Yes, Systemic Racism is Real Nov 13, 2023

"We know that disparities exist and we don't fix them, which is a system of racism." The only way to correct systemic racism is to put a system in place that addresses it. Wypipologist Michael Harriot takes on the naysayers who claim systemic racism isn't real by providing several examples throughout the American education system, criminal justice system, and more that prove that it is.

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Celebrating Forgotten Black Heroes on Veterans Day Nov 10, 2023

"These kinds of heroes and veterans often aren't mentioned among the people who got gold stars or medals, but they are Black veterans." This Veterans Day, Wypipologist Michael Harriot celebrates those who served and fought for Black freedom. Veterans like Harriet Tubman, Lord Dunmore’s Regiment, Moses Dixon, Colonel Tye, Robert Smalls, Marylou Vester, and Cathay Williams contributed to the fight for Black freedom, even if they were left off military rolls.

The Tale of Two Americas Nov 08, 2023

"There are two America's, a white one and even whiter one." Wypipologist Michael Harriot takes us back to the years before the Civil War and details some of the most racist laws you've likely never heard of.

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The Black Excellence Myth Nov 06, 2023

"Black excellence has as much to do with the supremacy of whiteness as it has to do with the excellence of Blackness." Wypipologist Michael Harriot talks about the few Black billionaires in America to dismantle the argument that if one Black person is successful then oppression no longer exists.

Everything That Exists Has Something To Do With Black People Nov 01, 2023

"What does reparations have to do with white people?" People love to use the post hoc fallacy against Black people and Wypipologist Michael Harriot explains why the assumption that one event preceded another event, so they must be related makes it easy to believe in racist policies.

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An American Horror Story Oct 30, 2023

"It's not just white people it's conservatives, they are the Dr. Frankenstein in this analogy" Society can't agree on much but we can all agree that monsters aren't real, they're fiction that's created. Michael Harriot tackles some of the biggest arguments used by conservatives pointing out that they're just monsters, using fictitious theories made up to scare us.

The January 6th Riot: A Capitol Officer's Survival Story Oct 25, 2023

“Police officers are upholding a system and the criticisms are of the system and not individual police officers.” A cop on theGrio Daily with Michael Harriot? Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn protected the U.S. Capitol and democracy on January 6th, 2021; now, he's on a quest for truth. Officer Dunn shares his recollection of the violence that unfolded during the riot, how it changed him, and the journey he's now on to help others with his new book, “Standing My Ground: A Capitol Police Officer's Fight for Accountability and Good Trouble After January 6th.” The experience changed his feelings about his job, but not his dedication to standing on the front lines.

Racism Is A Disease Oct 23, 2023

"Racism takes not just a mental toll, not just a societal toll, not just an economic toll on the citizens of America but we have to bear a physical burden, it's an actual weight that we have to carry." The idea that racism is a disease is no longer just a metaphorical concept but is instead now proven by medical science. Michael Harriot explains the research that began in the 1970s that led to this conclusion.

The First Mass Incarceration Oct 18, 2023

"In a state that had been decimated economically by the Civil War, they found a cash cow, the mass incarceration system." The United States incarcerates more people than any other nation in the world, and Black and Latino people are disproportionately affected by mass incarceration. Michael Harriot explains why that reality is intentional and began with "Black codes" following the Civil War.

Equity vs Equality Oct 16, 2023

"It's not just about fairness, it's about making your product as good as it can be." Michael Harriot debunks the myth that any attempt at equity is an attempt to achieve equality of outcome. This concept simply isn't possible because minorities are subject to economic, social, political and educational deficits that white people do not experience.

Black People Have Always Valued Education Oct 11, 2023

The power of education was not lost on enslaved people; despite the threat of death, they taught themselves to read and write. Michael Harriot explains Black people's crucial role in creating America's public school system.

Does Conservative Mean White? Oct 09, 2023

"A lot of the things we think of as conservative aren't really conservative; they're just white." The term conservative has come to mean certain things, yet the policies they support don't often back their ideologies. For instance, it makes no sense to say you support small government but then back pro-life policies that are ultimately the federal government telling a woman what to do. Michael Harriot shares several examples of hypocritical thinking and explains that conservative really means "pro white."

Our Wpipologist Deserves a Win Oct 05, 2023

theGrio Black Podcast Network is proud to announce that two of our original podcasts, theGrio Daily and Being Black: The '80s, have received nominations from The Lovie Awards for their outstanding work. Click here to vote for Michael Harriot and here to vote for Touré, and spread the word! Let's show the world we value Black storytelling.

There is a White Jesus Oct 04, 2023

"White Jesus can't walk on water, but he can build the hell out a slave ship." Michael Harriot explains why using religion and faith as a way to govern can be problematic. He discusses the many hypocrisies that are inflicted on the American people daily, including discriminating against the LGBTQ+ community but allowing divorce or racial segregation when the Bible states, "love thy neighbor."

White People's Version Of Slavery Oct 02, 2023

"Every white person in America benefited from slavery." White Americans pedal several narratives about slavery that are historically inaccurate. Wypipologist Michael Harriot lists off some of the falsehoods and reveals the truth behind the most wild claims.

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What's So Bad About Capitalism? Sep 27, 2023

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"Never in the history of America have white people actually participated in a free market." Michael Harriot refutes the theory that slavery was rooted in capitalism. He analyzes real estate, education, and entertainment to explain why white people have never been a part of free-market capitalism.

Who All Gon' Be There? Sep 25, 2023

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"You can't keep a Black person out of any place." Michael Harriot brings the laughs with his list of people you're bound to run into at every Black gathering. Which one are you?

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What White People Are Really Afraid Of Sep 20, 2023

"What they're worrying about is your kids learning about what white people did." Michael Harriot looks at the changes to school curriculums in places like Florida and Tennessee and finds that states aren't erasing Black history; instead, schools are leaving out white people's role in Black history.

Black AF History Sep 18, 2023

"Black people see America in a different way." Michael Harriot wrote a book, y'all! Black AF History is the story of America through the lens of Black people. When it comes to history, we rely on historians to give us the facts, but because most of them are white, a lot has been left out. Slave revolts, the American Revolution, and the Obama presidency are just some of the historical events reexamined with a focus on life in the South.

Black College Students Are Gonna Be A'ight Sep 13, 2023

"HBCUs do more with less." All month long theGrio is highlighting HBCU life, and Michael Harriot welcomes Ed Smith-Lewis from United Negro College Fund to discuss an exciting new investment that will enrich the college experience for students nationwide. The HBCU Transformation Project has received a $124M investment from Blue Meridian Partners to increase enrollment, improve efficiency, and restore struggling infrastructure. The pair discuss the value of focusing on HBCU campus needs just as much as student scholarships.

The Integration Myth Sep 11, 2023

"We were incorporated into a white-controlled society." The legal case Brown v. Board of Education is considered a pivotal moment in integrating white and Black America. Michael Harriot is here to tell you we're still not integrated.

Let's Take Our Stuff Back Sep 06, 2023

"We gotta go take back stuff that white people have taken from us because that's what they do." Michael Harriot looks at the hypocrisy surrounding the Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action that claims to rid race-based admissions policies but keeps legacy and athletic favoritism that benefit white students. Anytime Black people advanced in America, it's because they demanded it; maybe that time is here yet again.

Who Actually Owned Slaves? Sep 04, 2023

"If most of America were against slavery, then we would have ended the practice without a war." Every civilized society has had some form of slavery, but America is the only nation in modern history that constitutionally approved reducing people to chattel through an international human trafficking system. As Michael Harriot breaks down the history of America's race-based slavery system, he analyzes Africans' role in the process.

Jacksonville's Racist Deadly Shooting Won't Be The Last Aug 30, 2023

"We can't be surprised when a racist does something racist in a racist country." Michael Harriot and fellow podcast host Dr. Christina Greer discuss the deadly shooting in Jacksonville, Florida that killed three Black people. Dr. Greer has strong ties to the area and describes the racist history that her family experienced firsthand. The pair also analyze Florida's recent anti-Black policies that fuel hate and miseducation and call out the politicians who refuse to acknowledge that America has a race problem.

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White People's N-Word Aug 28, 2023

"The N-word is a specific choice that is used to hurt somebody; it is the knife." Michael Harriot explains why there is no version of the "N-word" for white people. Despite some arguing that "Karen" or "cracker" is equally insulting, the words can't compare because white people have not been subject to the same disenfranchisement and inhumanity that Black Americans have.

What Is The Blackest Music? Aug 23, 2023

"There is no form of American music that Black people didn't create." This episode is going to make you laugh and dance all at the same time. Michael Harriot breaks down the top ten Black people music categories, including "old people music," "fight song music," and more.

Credits:

“Turn It Up”
Rare Essence and Dj Kool
INgrooves, Rare One Records
Rob “R.J.” Folson and Rare Essence

“Congo Drum”
The Huck a Bucks
INgrooves, Sound By Charlie
Roy Battle, Joseph Timms, Ricky Yancy

“Burgers and Fries”
Charley Pride
RCA Records, Sony Music Entertainment
Ben Peters, Jerry Bradley, Charley Pride

“Sweet Hour of Prayer”
Mahalia Jackson
Sony Music Entertainment, Columbia Records
Irving Townsend, William Bradbury, W. W. Walford

“The Entertainer”
Scott Joplin
John Stark & Son

“Knuck If You Buck”
Crime Mob
Crunk Incorporated, Reprise, Warner Records
Lil jay

“Stagger Lee”
Lloyd Price
Victor, RCA Records
Ray Lopez, Don Costa

“Meeting In my Bedroom”
Silk
Elektra Records
Darrell Allamby

"I Wanna Rock"
Uncle Luke
Luke Records, Atlantic Records, Lil Joe Records
Mike “Fresh” McCray

“Freak It”
Lathum
So So Def Recordings, Columbia Records, Sony Music Entertainment
Lil Jon, Paul Lewis

“Good Riddance”
Green Day
Warner Music Group, Reprise Records
Rob Cavallo, Green Day

“Cult of Personality”
Living Colour
Cleopatra Records, Epic Records, CBS Records, Sony Music Entertainment
Ed Stasium

“Strokin”
Clarence Carter
Colossal Records, The Orchard Music
Clarence Carter

"I Need To Know"
Youngboy Never Broke Again
Never Broke Again, Motown Records, Universal Music Group
BJondatrakk, We Love Heavy & D-Roc

"Before I Let Go"
Frankie Beverly And Maze
Capitol Records
Frankie Beverly

"Back That Thang Up"
Juvenile, Lil Wayne, Mannie Fresh
Cash Money Records, Universal Records
Mannie Fresh

“We Fall Down”
Donnie McClurkin
Verity Records
Donnie McClurkin

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Things White People Want Michael To Say Aug 21, 2023

"We didn't invent race, so I don't know where we got the card from." Michael Harriot dives deep into some widely-held beliefs that white people have about race and identity. Michael Harriot addresses white concepts like race-baiting, playing the "race card," Black people playing the "victim," and more.

Black People Are Stuck On The Democratic Plantation Aug 16, 2023

"The party makeup in America has always been about race." Michael Harriot explores the demographic makeup of America's most prominent political parties and explains what would have to happen for there to be a political party that fights for all the things Black people want.

The Alabama Beatdown is Black History Aug 14, 2023

"Most of the violence that has been committed on this continent has been committed by white people." We've all seen the Montgomery Melee, the Alabama Beatdown, or the Bama Brawl at that riverfront in Montgomery, Alabama. It was a sight to see, but there is more to it than you think. Michael Harriot is here to tell you the historical significance of that beatdown.

Criminal Justice Tips For MAGA Republicans Aug 09, 2023

"Why doesn't Trump just go back to Africa if he doesn't like this country so much? It's obvious he hates America." Since the indictment of former president Donald Trump, his supporters suddenly no longer have faith in the country's criminal justice system. The same system they continuously tell Black people to respect and obey. To help ease this newfound hatred, Michael Harriot has some tips for MAGA nation on how to deal with the law.

The Future of White Supremacy Aug 07, 2023

"White people have made great strides in being racist." The attack on CRT and the word "woke" came out of nowhere, so Michael Harriot wants you to be more prepared for the next wave of backlash that is brewing. Michael predicts the educational practices that he believes will soon be under a microscope by conservatives.

What "Woke" Really Means Aug 02, 2023

"Woke is just the opposite of white supremacy." Michael Harriot dives into the educational disparities in the country's public school system and focuses on Alabama, where white students are the minority, yet, 90% of the history students are taught is white history. Michael explains that parents working to indoctrinate white history into the curriculum display white supremacy.

All Comedy Is Black Jul 31, 2023

"Black people are the roots of American style comedy." As comedy month at theGrio comes to a close, Michael Harriot explains the history of comedy and the roles enslaved people played in making it what it is today. The Greeks are credited with creating the art form, but their version of humor is not what we enjoy today. Instead, that style was developed by enslaved people who used laughter to cope with their oppression.

Why Don't Black People... Jul 26, 2023

"When someone asks you why Black people don't talk about Black-on-Black crime, it's because we're doing something about it." Michael Harriot debunks several myths often used against Black people to prove a point even though none of them are rooted in fact. Things like "Black on Black crime," or the assumption that Black people don't value education or refuse to comply with police.

Racist Dog Whistling is Dead Jul 24, 2023

"If you're just more racist out loud without hiding it, you can gain a more loyal group of supporters." With the election of former President Donald Trump came the death of the racist dog whistle, meaning being racist behind closed doors is no longer the norm. Instead, politicians and white nationalists now take pride in sharing their racist ideologies in public

First Means White Jul 19, 2023

"Most churches didn't split because of ideological or theological reasons; they split because of racial reasons." The history of religion and its relationship with race is examined. Michael Harriot explains that nine out of America's ten largest Protestant denominations split because of conflicting views regarding race and slavery.

Slave Catching Is An American Tradition Jul 17, 2023

"We live in a country where slavery is still legal. Every American is a slave catcher." Michael Harriot takes a deep dive into the fugitive slave clause in the U.S. Constitution that instructed white Americans to become slave catchers whether they owned slaves or not.

It's Not Just The Police Jul 12, 2023

"Nobody wants policing to work correctly more than Black people." Data has proven time and time again that America's policing system is broken, but Michael Harriot believes the blame doesn't fall on individual officers. Instead, he explains that until racism, education, and economic disparities are dealt with, police can't successfully stop or solve crime fairly.

Meet theGrio Hero Daryl Atkinson Jul 10, 2023

"Not all heroes wear capes." Daryl Atkinson has been crowned the winner of theGrio's inaugural Heroes Initiative meant to highlight everyday leaders who support, uplift and move Black communities forward. The attorney and activist from North Carolina has dedicated his life to legal advocacy, fair public policy, and inmate rights. Atkinson joins Michael Harriot to discuss some of the biggest hurdles facing his non-profit organization Forward Justice and highlight their recent legal wins. The pair also share statistics about the disparities plaguing the American justice system and discuss what the public can do to help.

It's Giving... Jul 05, 2023

"If you say what Black people need to do is just focus on crime, who do they think we are, Batman?" Michael Harriot explains why it's ignorant and racist to blame Black people for the violence in their communities and not keep that same energy when other demographics commit the same crimes. He explains that there are several issues like education, policing, and equal pay that have to be addressed by white America before real change can be achieved.

Slavery Is White History Jul 03, 2023

"If you really want to learn about white history, you have to start with the history of slavery." As America celebrates it's independence, Michael Harriot shares a history lesson that is left out of the July 4th discussion. He details how slavery was used to make the United States an economic superpower and explains why enslaving Africans was different from any form of slavery we've seen in history.

Original airdate: 12/7/22

Affirmative Action React: Race Neutral Is Not A Thing Jun 30, 2023

"The idea of a colorblind society or what they call race neutral society ignores the whole history of this country." Michael Harriot welcomes educator and fellow podcast host at theGrio Black Podcast Network, Dr. Christina Greer to discuss "race neutral" admissions following The Supreme Court's decision to effectively outlaw affirmative action. The pair agree the concept of race neutrality is absurd and not realistic and claim that Asian Americans are being used as pawns by conservative Americans. They also discuss the importance of diverse classrooms and point out that eliminating policies meant to level the playing field is rooted in white supremacy.

Debunking Anti-Whiteness Jun 28, 2023

"If white people thought we were violent, they'd stop treating us so poorly." Michael Harriot breaks down several white myths that are portrayed as fact throughout society. Things like white people's overwhelming support of pro-life policies and their patriotism.

Appropriation Is Modern Day Colonizing Jun 26, 2023

"It all started from stuntin'." Many of the items we use each day were created by Black people but were stolen and patented by White Americans. Michael Harriot clarifies why that practice was so common and explains that it still happens today, it's just been rebranded.

The Tale of Two Americas Jun 21, 2023

"There are two Americas, a white one and an even whiter one." Michael Harriot takes us back to the years before the civil war and details some of the most racist laws you've likely never heard of.

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Juneteenth - The Original Cookout Jun 17, 2023

"There was no cookout holiday until Black people freed themselves on June 19th, 1865." Not only are we celebrating Juneteenth, but it's also theGrio Daily's One Year Anniversary! With this full rotation around the sun, Michael Harriot gives a quick Juneteenth history lesson and explains how the news in Galveston, Texas led to the cookout traditions Black people are famous for.

Audio excerpt provided by The White House - June 17, 2021

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Going Pop Is Just Going White Part 2 Jun 16, 2023

"Pop music is what white poeple have cherry picked from Black culture and a lot of times it's detrimental to Black culture." Music journalist and theGrio writer Matthew Allen and Michael Harriot discuss the formula that is used to create pop music and highlight the Black people who pioneered the sound.

Music Credits:

Song: “Black Steel in The Hour of Chaos”
Artist: Public Enemy
Label: Def Jam Recordings
Producer: The Bomb Squad

Song: “What’s Going On?”
Artist: Marvin Gaye
Label(s): Universal Music Group, Motown Records, Tamla Records
Producer: Marvin Gaye

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Going Pop Is Just Going White Part 1 Jun 14, 2023

"All American music is Black music." The focus on Black Music Month continues as music journalist and theGrio writer Matthew Allen joins Michael Harriot to analyze society's relationship with pop music and Black artists' influence on the genre.

Music Credits:

Song: “Hit Me Baby One More Time”
Artist: Britney Spears
Label: Jive Records
Producer(s): Max Martin, Rami

Song: “West End Blues”
Artist: Louis Armstrong
Label(s): Sony Music Entertainment, Okeh Records, Brunswick Records
Producer: Joe “King” Oliver

Song: “Carless Whispers”
Artist(s): Wham! featuring George Michael
Label(s): Epic Records, Columbia Records, Sony Music Entertainment
Producer(s): Jerry Wexler, George Michaels

Song: “Nobody Loves Me But My Mother”
Artist: BB King
Label(s): Warner Bros. Classic, Alfred Music, ABC Records
Producer: Bill Szymczyk

Song: “Turkey in the Straw”
Artist: George Washington Dixon
Label: Columbia Records
Producer: N/A

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What "Classic Education" Actually Means Jun 12, 2023

"They don't want to say they're anti-Black history or pro-white, they want to say they're for something that's classical." Concerned parents are flooding school board meetings demanding that their children receive a "classic education" but what are they actually saying? Michael Harriot is here to call out their racist requests.

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TheGrio(t) Who Created Rock 'n Roll Jun 09, 2023

"Not all of us come from kings or queens." As we celebrate Black Music Month, Michael Harriot explains some of the original Grio(t)s in Black history, including Sister Rosetta Thorpe, the inventor of Rock n Roll.

Original air date: 6/24/22

It Was A Different Time Jun 07, 2023

"When was that time that you could just be racist?" Michael Harriot dismantles the excuse that racist ideology is a product of time. He explains why being racist has nothing to do with the time period in which you were born but instead is simply rooted in white supremacy that lives in the past, present, and future.

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Everything That Exists Has Something To Do With Black People Jun 05, 2023

"What does reparations have to do with white people?" People love to use the post hoc fallacy against Black people and Michael Harriot explains why the assumption that one event preceded another event, so they must be related makes it easy to believe in racist policies.

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You Might Be A Colonizer If... May 31, 2023

"Colonizing is not just asking or suggesting people change things, it's changing things to benefit yourself." Michael Harriot helps you understand just how deep America's colonizing roots really go.

Yes, Systemic Racism is Real May 29, 2023

"We know that disparities exist and we don't fix them, which is a system of racism." The only way to correct systemic racism is to put a system in place that addresses it. Michael Harriot takes on the naysayers who claim systemic racism isn't real by providing several examples throughout the American education system, criminal justice system, and more that prove that it is.

69th Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education May 24, 2023

"The Supreme Court just said, y'all doing it wrong but they didn't fix it." It's been 69 years since The Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka deciding that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional. The decision is considered a cornerstone of the civil rights movement but was it really justice? Michael Harriot shares history about the landmark decision you've likely never heard and explains that while it was significant it didn't go far enough.

CRT vs Critical Race Theory Part 3 May 22, 2023

"They are fighting against telling the truth. They are fighting to teach kids lies." In the conclusion of this three-part series, Michael Harriot calls out the lawmakers and racist Americans who are pushing the false CRT narrative that is not rooted in historical fact.

CRT vs Critical Race Theory Part 2 May 17, 2023

"They say critical race theory means America is a racist country. It doens't mean that." As Michael Harriot's series explaining the two CRTs continues, he introduces you to the man we have to thank for the recent CRT movement that is based on lies. He'll explain Christopher Rufo's agenda to rebrand critical race theory and how he's managed to convince dozens of states to follow his lead.

CRT vs Critical Race Theory Part 1 May 15, 2023

"What most people are upset about is not Critical Race Theory, it's CRT." Did you know that CRT and critical race theory are not the same thing? Michael Harriot, who studied critical race theory, is here to drown out the noise and stick to the facts. In this three-part series, he'll explain the difference between the two theories and why one is something that was manufactured by white people.

White Rights May 10, 2023

"If some people get to exercise a right freely and in any way that they want, and other people can't, then it's not a right. It's a way to discriminate." The laws and "rights" of Americans are not created or enforced equally. Michael Harriot uses examples to prove why many freedoms white Americans have only apply to them.

BIPOC: Black Intelligent Podcast of Color May 08, 2023

"Everybody is a person of color, white is a color." Michael Harriot explains why he doesn't like the term "people of color." It's a phrase we hear often these days, likely meant to be politically correct but in reality, it's centered around whiteness.

An American Horror Story May 03, 2023

"It's not just white people; it's conservatives; they are the Dr. Frankenstein in this analogy." Society can't agree on much but we can all agree that monsters aren't real, they're fiction that's created. Michael Harriot tackles some of the biggest arguments used by conservatives pointing out that they're just monsters, fictitious theories made up to scare us.

Whiteness is a Cryptocurrency May 01, 2023

"The cryptocurrency of whiteness is declining in value." Much like cryptocurrency, Michael Harriot explains that whiteness has been mined out of nothing yet is extremely valuable.

The Black Excellence Myth Apr 26, 2023

"Black excellence has as much to do with the supremacy of whiteness as it has to do with the excellence of Blackness." Michael Harriot talks about the few Black billionaires in America to dismantle the argument that if one Black person is successful then oppression no longer exists.

Let's See If The Racists Are Right Apr 24, 2023

"We want to see if we can verify or justify some of those racist concepts." What would happen if America flipped it's racists and systemic policies around and it was white people who were affected? Michael Harriot takes a look at what that might look like.

Equity vs Equality Apr 19, 2023

"It's not just about fairness, it's about making your product as good as it can be." Michael Harriot debunks the myth that any attempt at equity is an attempt to achieve equality of outcome. This concept simply isn't possible because minorities are subject to economic, social, political and educational deficits that white people do not experience.

It's Ok To Be White Apr 17, 2023

"Every institution in this country that matters is controlled by white people." White people disproportionately make up the federal government, hold positions of power in the judicial system and run the country's most influential companies, yet there's a feeling at the moment they're being pushed out of power. Michael Harriot is here to calm their fears, they're still in charge.

Dumb People Who Think They're Right Apr 12, 2023

"Seeing the other side makes everyone's argument stronger but you can't present a straw man argument just to sound smart." Let's talk about contrarians. Michael Harriot dives into the straw man arguments that are often used against Black and brown people and why they are problematic.

Does Conservative Mean White? Apr 10, 2023

"A lot of the things we think of as conservative aren't really conservative; they're just white." The term conservative has come to mean certain things yet the policies they support don't often back their ideologies. For instance, it makes no sense to say you support small government but then back pro-life policies that are ultimately the federal government telling a woman what to do. Michael Harriot shares several other examples of the hypocritical thinking and explains that conservative really just means "pro-white."

The Other CRTs Apr 05, 2023

"The history of racism is what they don't want you to know." The push to keep accurate Black history from being taught is nothing new and Michael Harriot highlights several times throughout history that anti-CRT has been the norm.

Frequently Asked White Questions: What Race Are You? Apr 03, 2023

"White ain't a culture, it's just the leftovers from everybody else." When identifying your race, ethnicity and nationality, things can get confusing. Michael Harriot admits even he has questions. As he answers a viewer who asked "what race are you?" he dives into the fact that all these categories are really just made up by white people.

Frequently Asked White Questions: Not All White People Mar 29, 2023

"We know that nothing applies to all people." When society refers to a neighborhood that houses predominantly white residents, it's referred to as "the middle class" or a "rich neighborhood" but when an area that houses mostly Black families is described, it's called "a Black neighborhood." Why is that? Michael Harriot is here to explain and introduce you to default socialization.

Frequently Asked White Questions: Why Are You So Obsessed With Race? Mar 27, 2023

"The next time you ask me why Black people or me in particular are so obsessed with race, the answer is, I'll stop when y'all stop." theGrio Daily continues a series of episodes that answer listener's frequently asked questions. Michael Harriot starts with addressing the amount of attention and focus that's put on racial labels in American society.

Frequently Asked White Questions: Why Don't You Go Back To Africa? Mar 22, 2023

"We ain't gonna give this country away after we built it." As Michael Harriot answers one of the questions he's asked most often, he explains that America would be unrecognizable if Black people returned to Africa. Insisting, if Black people leave, they should take with them all the knowledge they've been forced to give America for free.

White People Don't Care Mar 20, 2023

"If white people cared they'd figure it out but white people don't care, they feel bad." Michael Harriot breaks down key issues like police brutality, school shootings and reparations to show that while some white people say they support change they don't take the necessary steps to actually make it happen. Supporting his opinion that white people may feel bad but they don't really care.

The Big 100! Mar 17, 2023

"I done told you 100 times!" It's a celebration as theGrio Daily reaches 100 episodes! Michael Harriot gives some insight into what it takes to sustain a successful podcast and shares advice for those who are looking to start their own.

Understanding the DEI Controversy Mar 15, 2023

"They'd rather stop you from being on the team than for them to lose." Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have recently become a flashpoint for conservatives but do you understand why? Michael Harriot explains that these policies are just another way for white Americans to push minorities out of the room. So instead of working with minorities and tapping into their skills and knowledge, they'd rather not have them on the team at all. Michael claims fear of being out performed is behind the racist tactics.

The Law and Order Myth Mar 13, 2023

"They hate law and order because we are fighting for law and order." The concept of law and order is a rallying cry for conservatives but Michael Harriot goes back in history to identify moments when Black people were the ones following the law yet they were the group to be punished.

Where Are The Good Cops? Mar 10, 2023

"I don't have any evidence that good cops exist." Michael Harriot takes a bold stance with his theory that there is no such thing as a good cop and he uses occupational research and data to back it up.

Why Wouldn't We Abolish the Police? Mar 08, 2023

"The first step to solving crimes, enforcing laws, and keeping people safe is to abolish the police." What if we've got it all wrong and our policing systems are actually doing more harm than good? Michael Harriot explains why Americans, especially Black Americans, would be safer if we abolished the police and started over with more intentional and targeted programs.

America Doesn't Track Police Brutality Mar 06, 2023

"We don't know how many people are killed by the police each year." Michael Harriot argues that it's about time the government starts tracking police violence and more importantly killings. There are no national, state-level, or local databases that house those numbers and there are no laws or policies that require police departments to report the information, which Michael believes gives them free rein to continue deadly over-policing.

Racism Is A Disease Mar 03, 2023

"Racism takes not just a mental toll, not just a societal toll, not just an economic toll on the citizens of America but we have to bear a physical burden, it's an actual weight that we have to carry." The idea that racism is a disease is no longer just a metaphorical concept but instead now proven by medical science. Michael Harriot explains the research that began in the 1970's that led to this conclusion.

Let's Agree to Disagree Mar 01, 2023

"A lot of our parents were involved in the civil rights movement and we don't even know it." There are many untold stories of the Civil Rights Movement and Michael Harriot is here to tell you about twins Bessie and Ike Williams who were part of a group that gave us our right to agree to disagree.

The First Rosa Parks Feb 27, 2023

"If you were at the front of the bus, the back of the bus, all of the seats belonged to white people." Before Rosa Parks and the Montgomery bus boycotts a woman in South Carolina took the issue of segregated city buses all the way to the United States Supreme Court. In this episode of theGrio Daily, Michael Harriot tells the story of Sarah Mae Flemming. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Food For The Soul Feb 24, 2023

"There is no such thing as soul food, it's all Black food, we are the ones who feed your soul." As our Black History Month conversations continue, Michael Harriot examines Black people's contributions to cuisine. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Great White Heist Feb 22, 2023

"Black taxpayers were funding the educational opportunities for whites, that was theft." Reparations are often discussed only in terms of slavery and Micahel Harriot explains that Black people being compensated for their contributions to America goes far beyond slavery.

The First Mass Incarceration Feb 20, 2023

"In a state that had been decimated economically by the Civil War, they found a cash cow, the mass incarceration system." The United States incarcerates more people than any other nation in the world and Black and Latino people are disproportionately affected by mass incarceration. Michael Harriot explains why that reality is intentional and began with "Black codes" following the Civil War.

Baron Davis and the History of Culturally Responsive Teaching Feb 17, 2023

"Why not teach them from children's books with characters that look like them?" Michael Harriot teaches us about a former school superintendent whose legal battle with the state of South Carolina led to an anti-CRT campaign and an overhaul of school district personnel across the state.

The Whitest HBCU Ever Feb 15, 2023

"When you make the education system equal, it might be predominantly or disproportionately Black." Before historically Black colleges were recognized, The University of South Carolina was an institution with a 90% Black student body. Today, the university is predominantly white and Michael Harriot explains how it got that way.

Black People Have Always Valued Education Feb 13, 2023

"It is absolutely a lie to say that Black people do not want or value education." The power of education was not lost on American slaves and despite the threat of death, they taught themselves to read and write. As Michael Harriot continues to share Black history you're likely not familiar with, he explains the crucial role Black people played in creating America's public school system. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Critical Race Theory Origin Story Feb 08, 2023

"If you ever attended a public school you can thank South Carolina's Black voters." The Anti-CRT movement is popular with conservative circles, but it did not start with former President Donald Trump or Governor Ron DeSantis. Thankfully we have Michael Harriot to explain where the hate for "wokeness" began. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Capital of Black America Feb 06, 2023

"If there is such a thing as Black America, then South Carolina is the Capital of Black America." We hear the term "Black America" all the time. Whether it's on the news or just in regular conversation. Have you ever thought to yourself what is the capitol of Black America? Well, Michael Harriot has and he's here to tell you where you can find it. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Black Ethnics Part 2 - Conflicts Throughout the Diaspora Feb 01, 2023

"The most excellent Black immigrants still don't have access to the same stuff that the most mediocre white people do." Michael Harriot continues amplifying Africa with his continued conversation with Dr. Christina Greer about the diversity of Blackness across the diaspora.

Africa Amplified: Black Ethnics With Dr. Christina Greer Jan 30, 2023

"You don't reduce the totality of your ancestors to something white people did to us." Michael Harriot brings on Dr. Christina Greer to talk about her book Black Ethnics and how being Black is a lot more diverse than people think. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Africa Amplified: Where Do You Come From? Jan 25, 2023

"Are you an African, an African American, or are you just Black?" There is still some confusion to how Black people should identify. Michael Harriot breaks down how we are all connected and why there are different identities to being Black. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Wypipo Awards Conclude Jan 23, 2023

"There's nothing certain in life but death, taxes and wypipo-ing." As Michael Harriot wraps up The Wypipo Awards he touches on categories including "The Whitest Thing That Happened This Year," "The Crime of the Year" and actress Paula Patton's unseasoned fried chicken also gets an honorable mention. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Wypipo Of The Year Award Jan 18, 2023

"White people, especially white men with guns man, they were wild 'n out." Michael Harriot doesn't hold back as he takes a look at some of the worst white people of 2022. Including those nominated in the Wypipo categories "White People Who Are Worried About People" and "Racist With Guns."

Black Folks Who Deserve A Wypipo Award Jan 16, 2023

"If you have a top level job and you're bad at it but you get to keep it, that's pretty white." Michael Harriot doesn't hold back as he takes a look at some of the worst white people of 2022. Including those nominated in the Wypipo categories "White People Who Are Worried About People" and "Racist With Guns."

More From The Wypipo Awards Jan 11, 2023

"Black people are a minority, even in the Democratic Party." The great replacement theory and the caucasian critical race theory are just some of the topics discussed as Michael Harriot rolls out the nominees for "Big White Lie of the Year" as the 2022 Wypipo Awards continue. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

TheGrio Daily Presents: The Wypipo Awards Continue Jan 09, 2023

"He's a little bit of Joe Rogan, a little bit of Brett Favre, with a sprinkle of Ron DeSantis and Tucker Carlson." As the 2022 Wypipo Awards continue, Michael Harriot takes a look at the nominees for " "Worst Wypipo-ing by a Duo or Group" and "White Boy of the Year." TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

TheGrio Daily Presents: The Wypipo Awards Jan 06, 2023

"This is kinda like the BET Awards for the people who say 'well why can't we have white entertainment television?'" With 2022 behind us, Michael Harriot honors the white people who made the biggest impact on our lives last year. From Elon Musk turning Twitter into a dumpster fire to white moms storming school board meetings, these are the best of the worst. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Kuumba Day Talent Show Dec 30, 2022

"If you won the Kuumba day talent show, you were basically a celebrity for the next 364 days." Kuumba Day is meant to spark creativity as you celebrate Kwanzaa and for a young Michael Harriot that meant participating in his local talent show but one year his highly anticipated performance almost didn't happen. Michael wraps up his special holiday stories with a hilarious family remedy that saved his big performance. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

A Kwanzaa Starter Jacket Story Dec 28, 2022

"It was up to me and my two cousins, Squeak and Fred, to go around our neighborhood and try to get back my family's coats." Michael Harriot shares a story that nearly brings tears to his eyes involving a Georgetown starter jacket and a Kwanzaa miracle that happened on Imani day years ago. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Kwanzaa Fight Dec 26, 2022

"You can't fight somebody with hair on their chest and you don't have hair on your chest that's against the rules." Back in Michael Harriot's teenage years, a special homemade outfit led to a fistfight during a Kwanzaa celebration. This hilarious story is sure to make you laugh out loud. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

My Mama's Kwanzaa Cup Dec 23, 2022

"Cause I was telling him 'hey man you're gonna break the Kwanzaa cup' of course this cop had no idea what I was talking about." Micahel Harriot shares the story of the time he was thrown to the ground by a police officer who thought he was buying drugs when in actuality he was carrying his mother's Kwanzaa gift. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Kwanzaa Has A Carol? Dec 21, 2022

"Teddy Pendergrass will almost make you shout about Kwanzaa." Did you know Kwanzaa has it's own carol? Michael Harriot introduces his listeners to a Teddy Pendergrass song that has everything you need to get you in the Kwanzaa spirit. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Kwanzaa: The Most Wonderful Holiday of All Dec 19, 2022

Michael Harriot has been celebrating Kwanzaa all his life and for the next 2 weeks, he's sharing personal memories and lessons he's learned throughout the years. In the first episode of this holiday series, he'll explain the seven days of Kwanzaa which each carry a specific purpose. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Stealing Money From White People Dec 16, 2022

"When I hear that someone doesn't support reparations, I automatically assume that they're a thief." The U.S. government has passed laws time and time again that steal money from Black people. Don't agree? Michael Harriot has some examples to share. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

What Republicans Really Want Dec 14, 2022

"If you're a real Republican you would stand against all of the policies that they stand for." Michael Harriot explains why the candidates the Republican Party support often don't align with it's message of morals and values above all else. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Real Purge Dec 12, 2022

"When the police come and arrest you and charge you with a crime, you're still technically according to the law, innocent." Being poor should not keep you in prison, in fact the U.S. Constitution states that practice is illegal, yet it happens every day all across the country. Michael Harriot takes a look at proposed purge laws that are designed to keep suspects out of prison until they are actually found guilty of a crime. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

White Identity Politics Dec 09, 2022

"It's not just that white people don't vote for Black politicians, it is that they are not in favor of expanding democracy." "Identity Politics" is a term that's thrown around a lot but what does it actually mean? Michael Harriot explains how it's often weaponized by the media and used incorrectly. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Slavery Is White History Dec 07, 2022

"If you really want to learn about white history, you have to start with the history of slavery." America associates slavery with Black people, but Michael Harriot explains why slavery is more white history than Black history. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The 5 Kinds of Black Republicans Part 2 Dec 05, 2022

"Just because I work hard, just because I value education does not guarantee you a specific achievement or the advancement in American society because racism exists." In part two of this conversation about Black Republican voters, Michael Harriot explains why some of the things conservatives value most, aren't enough to guarantee success for Black people. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The 5 Kinds of Black Republicans Part 1 Dec 02, 2022

"It's just white people keeping the Republican party afloat." The majority of minority voters in the U.S. support the Democratic party but not all. In part one of this conversation, Michael Harriot breaks down the different categories of Black Republicans. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Cancel Culture: The Three Biggest Myths Nov 30, 2022

"Sometimes people do stupid or mean things." "Cancel culture" is a term we hear often but what does it really mean? Michael Harriot explains the reality behind the concept and proves why it's nothing new. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The First Insurrection Nov 28, 2022

"The insurrection wasn't just a thing that happened on one day, it's a thing that's continuing to happen to us all." The January sixth capitol riot is not the first time an angry mob of white people turned to violence to interfere with the political process. Michael Harriot tells the story of The Hamburg Massacre, the bloodbath in South Carolina you've likely never heard of. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Ranking the Black Fits Nov 25, 2022

"When Black people wear certain things they are automatically transformed to becoming Black clothes." Clothes have a special place in the Black community and Michael Harriot breaks down Black fashion into seven categories including church clothes, play clothes, and going out clothes. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

White Mediocrity Explained Nov 23, 2022

The term "white mediocrity" isn't meant to offend, it's simply a reality. Michael Harriot explains why average white people can achieve great things because they live in a society that's designed for them to succeed. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Why Trauma Porn Sells Nov 21, 2022

"When they see Black people living without pain and suffering it is shocking" Michael Harriot analyzes why society is so infatuated with watching trauma in entertainment especially when it comes to stories about Black people. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Brett Favre: The Welfare MVP Nov 18, 2022

"There are people who are too poor or too needy to get help to feed a needy family." The welfare scandal involving NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback Brett Farve is nothing new. Michael Harriott explains how states often use money intended for the poorest residents on other things including creating jobs for the middle class.

Migrants on the Move Nov 16, 2022

"What are you going to do when the people loading you onto the bus got guns?" Migrants being bused from Texas and Florida to other states has become common practice in recent months. Michael Harriot believes the U.S. government is human trafficking these people who are seeking asylum. He explains his theory and discusses past instances of these same practices being used in Black communities. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The 7 Kinds of Kanye Nov 14, 2022

Kanye West isn't the only Black celebrity who's gone to the dark side. Michael Harriot analyzes several others in the public eye who are being used by conservatives to harm Black people. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Midterm Elections: The lies & harsh truths with Dr. Christina Greer Nov 11, 2022

"If you don't vote, no one pays attention to you." Political Scientist Dr. Christina Greer joins Michael Harriot to break down some of the biggest takeaways from the Midterm Elections. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Black On Black Crime Is A Hoax Nov 09, 2022

“Black on Black crime is the biggest hoax since ‘liberty & justice for all.” Michel Harriot uses facts and data to dispel the myth known as Black on Black crime. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified (First Air Date: 07/1/22)

God & Politics with Rev. Dr. William J. Barber Pt. 2 Nov 07, 2022

"Reality is policy driven and the only way to change policy is to change the policy maker." Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II shares what the Bible says about helping the poor, explaining that voting for the right people directly impacts the country's most vulnerable. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

God & Politics with Rev. Dr. William J. Barber Pt. 1 Nov 04, 2022

"Reality is policy driven and the only way to change policy is to change the policy maker." In this two-part conversation, Michael Harriot speaks with Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II about the significance of the midterm elections and the Poor People's Campaign's National Call for Revival. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Will Your Vote Count? Pt. 2 Nov 02, 2022

"If your vote didn't matter, they would not be trying so hard to make sure it isn't counted." In part two of this conversation, Michael Harriot gives specific steps to take to ensure that your vote is counted on election day. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Will Your Vote Count? Pt. 1 Oct 31, 2022

"My ancestors fought so hard for us to vote." As midterm elections approach, Michael Harriot discusses some of the tactics that are used to deter voters and invalidate votes. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Do All Lives Matter? Oct 28, 2022

"There's never been a nanosecond in the history of this country that white lives weren't important." Michael Harriot explains how the Black Lives Matter movement is being demonized by white supremacists. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

What's So Bad About Gentrification? Oct 26, 2022

"If a white girl moves in next door she's probably about to Christopher Columbus your whole hood." Can you detect the early signs that your Black neighborhood is on the verge of gentrification? Michael Harriot explains what to look out for and why the issue is so detrimental to people of color. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Systemic Racism Explained Oct 24, 2022

"Oppression doesn't have to be written down for it to be systemically racist." System Racism isn't just a talking point for politicians following the death of George Floyd. Instead it's a real problem our country has yet to deal with. Michael Harriot dumbs down the definition for those who still doubt it. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Woke Mermaids Pt. 2 Oct 21, 2022

"If you just want to get a good sturdy foot hold in the media landscape all you gotta do is just put something that's good and black on TV." In part two of this conversation, Michael Harriot analyzes why only a select few of the top media companies in the world are scrambling to diversify. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Woke Mermaids Pt. 1 Oct 19, 2022

"The movie companies and theTV companies know that they are more likely to have a bigger audience if the cast is diverse but for some reason they won't do it." Despite Disney diversifying it's iconic Little Mermaid character, mainstream media still has a long way to go before content even comes close to representing its audience accurately. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Reverse Racism Isn't Real Oct 17, 2022

"Black people don't perpetuate reverse racism. It's something that white people made up in their head to paint themselves as victims when they want to dismantle the arguments of racism." Michael Harriot uses historical fact to explain why "reverse racism" simply isn't a thing. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

We Don't Need Anymore Police Oct 14, 2022

"Black people don't dislike police, they just dislike the havoc that police wreak on Black communities." Michael Harriot explains the direct correlation between higher police budgets and more crime. He also dissects the popular, "a few bad apples" theory. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Katrina Babies: Understanding the Trauma Pt. 3 Oct 13, 2022

"It is important to show that America is not sane." In the conclusion of this three-part series, Michael Harriot and the filmmaker behind 'Katrina Babies' discuss the continued failures of the U.S. government when it comes to Black communities. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Katrina Babies: Understanding the Trauma Pt. 2 Oct 05, 2022

"Katrina was a thing that happened to people in New Orleans like America was a thing that happened to us." In part 2 of this 3 part series, documentary filmmaker Edward Buckles describes the moment he realized race was playing a pivotal part in the U.S. government's slow response to Hurricane Katrina. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Katrina Babies: Understanding the Trauma Pt. 1 Oct 03, 2022

"It's not really just about the random act of a hurricane or a weather event that upended these people's lives, it's kind of like the result of an America that we've already constructed." In this special edition of theGrio Daily, Michael Harriot speaks with New Orleans filmmaker Edward Buckles about his HBO documentary 'Katrina Babies.' In part 1 of this 3 part series, Buckles talks about the trauma that was inflicted on thousands of children after the hurricane hit. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

What's So Bad About Socialism? Sep 30, 2022

Michael Harriot pulls the boogeyman mask off of socialism and explores the many facets of the American government that exercise socialist principles. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Five Race Wars Pt. 2 Sep 23, 2022

"When you sew the seed, the harvest will come in due time." Michael jumps back in with part 2 of The Five Race Wars. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Five Race Wars Pt. 1 Sep 21, 2022

"America is filled with race wars." It's Wednesday, so you know Michael Harriot has another Wypipo Wednesday for you. We hear it over and over again, white people complaining about not having their own month. Well, Michael heard those white tears and decided to inaugurate the month of August as "White History Month." theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

How To Be Woke Sep 19, 2022

"Only White people can get rid of racism and they have to wake White people up." Since woke has been used incorrectly by White people for so long, Michael Harriot decided to give White people a step by step guide on the correct way to be woke. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Student Debt Relief: Most Opposing Arguments Make No Sense Sep 16, 2022

"Making a fairer more equitable society does benefit you." President Biden says he's following through with a campaign promise pertaining to student loan debt. Millions of borrowers will have $10,000 dollars forgiven and some people are big mad. Michael Harriot explains why you shouldn't be. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Connection: Education and the Inequality Pipeline Sep 14, 2022

"The entire country profits from Black success but we prevent it because we are scared of fixing the inequality because white people might cry." Schools across the nation spend less money educating low-income students who are disproportionately Black and Latino yet we preach education is key. When will America finally start addressing its poor education system? Michael Harriot explores the school-to-poverty pipeline. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Can Water Be Racist? Sep 12, 2022

"White people get welfare from Black people." The water crisis unfolding in Jackson, Mississippi has been foreshowed for decades and yet the city was still not prepared. Michael Harriot takes a look at what went wrong and explores other American cities that continue to fail Black residents when it comes to basic needs that their tax dollars pay for. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Violence in the White Community Sep 09, 2022

"If you hit someone in the head with a stick that's considered violent, but if you hit all the Black people over the head with racism that's not considered violent." Society has always categorized people of color as violent but do Americans even really know the definition? Michael Harriot peels back the layers unveiling violence throughout our government and legal justice system that often leads back to the white community. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Big Mad Mailbag Sep 07, 2022

"We don't want dumb white kids either." Michael Harriot gets a lot of angry e-mails from white people who are big mad about something he said. So today, Michael Harriot decided to reach into his mailbag and respond to one of them Big Mad listeners who was mad about his take on the Minneapolis Teachers Strike. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Where Are The Good Republicans? Sep 03, 2022

"When it comes to policy and governing, there is no war inside the Republican party, they're a united front." We hear so much from the media flooding the our eyes and ears with the notion that there are good republicans who are trying to save democracy and us from Trump. But are there really such a thing as a "good republican"? Michael Harriot answers that question. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Is The South More Racist? Sep 02, 2022

"We're still down here telling our friends that the south isn't more racist, it's just more honest." The debate is over! Today Michael Harriot spills the tea from both sides and we'll find out who's really more racist: The North or the South. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

What If White People Are Wrong? Aug 31, 2022

"In the history of this country when has a majority of white people been right about anything that is related to race?" Keep your feet planted! Michael Harriot explains why doing the opposite of what white people say, might be the best advice of 2022. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Some of the Biggest Myths Throughout History Aug 29, 2022

"The most common myth about America is that it is a democracy." August is not over, so White History Month is still in full swing and Michael Harriot is informing white America about the biggest myths in white history that you were not taught in history class. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

What's Wrong With Black Male Voters? Aug 26, 2022

"Black men are more likely to not be able to vote because of felony disenfranchisement." Do Black men vote republican more than Black women? Yes they do. Michael Harriot explores the Black male voter. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Unsung Heroes of White History Aug 24, 2022

"White people are the only ones who really don't know their own history." As much as we love celebrating our Black heroes, we can't forget about our "Unsung White Heroes" and remembering their contributions to our lives, while we're still allowed to! theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Cultural Appropriation Explained Aug 22, 2022

"Stop stealing our sh*t." Have you noticed that white people love to wear cornrows when they go to Jamaica or Africa, but for some reason they never wear them when they are in the United States? Michael Harriot noticed that as well and he is here to explain to you why that is and what exactly is Cultural Appropriation. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Whitest Laws in American History Aug 19, 2022

"Headrights sparked the slavery boom in America not because of agriculture or commerce but because white people wanted more wealth." August is still not over, so we continue to celebrate White History Month. Today, Michael Harriot lists the ten most explicitly racist laws in American history. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

How to Cancel, Cancel Culture Aug 17, 2022

"Maybe cancel culture is people exercising their ability to have free speech." Don't you hate having to watch what you say because you don't want to get canceled? Then you have come to the right podcast, because Michael Harriot is here to teach you the best ways to not get canceled. Yes, he is going to teach you how to cancel, cancel culture. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Democracy Was Always The Answer Aug 15, 2022

"There's never been a millisecond in American history when white lives didn't matter." As much as we might not believe it, Democracy was always the answer. Michael Harriot breaks down exactly why the answer could have been in front of our noses this entire time. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Definitive Ranking of Black Clothes Aug 12, 2022

"Black people have always been at the forefront of fashion." Michael Harriot breaks down the importance of fashion in the Black community by ranking the most important clothes that Black people wear. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Five Race Wars Pt. 2 Aug 10, 2022

"When you sew the seed, the harvest will come in due time." It's Wypipo Wednesday! For this Wypipo Wednesday Michael jumps back in with part 2 of The Five Race Wars. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Encore Presentation of the Most Talked About Episode of theGriot Daily - Who Invented White People? Aug 08, 2022

"Who invented white people?" You heard of the Willie Lynch letter? The pseudo letter that so many people believe was true about how to make a slave. Well, I bet you never heard of the "Making of a white man" letter. Michael Harriot got his hands on it, and he is going to read it to you. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by TheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

How To Be Woke Aug 05, 2022

"Only White people can get rid of racism and they have to wake White people up." Since woke has been used incorrectly by White people for so long, Michael Harriot decided to give White people a step by step guide on the correct way to be woke. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Five Race Wars Pt. 1 Aug 03, 2022

"America is filled with race wars." It's Wednesday, so you know Michael Harriot has another Wypipo Wednesday for you. We hear it over and over again, White people complaining about not having their own month. Well, Michael heard those White tears and decided to inaugurate the month of August as "White History Month." theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Defining Racism & White Supremacy Aug 01, 2022

"Every generation believes that their generation is less racist than the previous one." With the help of our dear friend Ms. "Merriam Webster," Michael Harriot breaks down the definition of racism and white supremacy. He gets to the bottom and delivers a message you won't hear anywhere else. theGrio Daily is an original podcast by theGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

What Really Happened On January 6th? Jul 29, 2022

"America ain't never been no democracy, that is the big lie." World Famous Wypipologist Michael Harriot gives us the details on the real reason behind why a mob of angry White people tried to overthrow the government. theGrio Daily is an original podcast from theGrio Black Podcast Network #BlackCultureAmplified

What To Do When Your Country Turns Into A Dumpster Fire Jul 27, 2022

"The land of the free and home of the brave is not so free or brave." Michael Harriott lays out the steps Americans can take to put out the country's inferno dumpster fire that's raging with no end in sight. theGrio Daily is an original podcast from theGrio Black Podcast Network #BlackCultureAmplified

This Podcast is Not About Abortion: Part 2 Jul 25, 2022

"America ain't going to let nothing happen to White women." In part 2, Michael Harriot continues to break down why the Supreme Court decided to overturn Roe v Wade. theGrio Daily is an original podcast from theGrio Black Podcast Network #BlackCultureAmplified

This Podcast is Not about Abortion: Part1 Jul 22, 2022

"It's not about abortion, it's about states' rights." Michael Harriot takes a deep dive into why the Supreme Court decided to overturn Roe v Wade. theGrio Daily is an original podcast from theGrio Black Podcast Network #BlackCultureAmplified

Guns Are White People's Seasoned Salt Pt. 2 Jul 20, 2022

"Guns and racism are American traditions." It's Wypipo Wednesday. Michael Harriot continues his breakdown on why White people are so fascinated with guns. theGrio Daily is an original podcast from theGrio Black Podcast Network #BlackCultureAmplified

Guns Are White People's Seasoned Salt Jul 18, 2022

"Black people with guns are white people's zombie apocalypse." Michael Harriot breaks down why white people love guns so much? And yes, it all comes back to racism. theGrio Daily is an original podcast from theGrio Black Podcast Network #BlackCultureAmplified

The Democrats Don't Love You Either Jul 15, 2022

"Black people love the Democratic Party like carpenters love hammers." Michael Harriot breaks down why Black people "love" the Democratic party so much. theGrio Daily is an original podcast from theGrio Black Podcast Network #BlackCultureAmplified

Why is the GOP so White? Jul 13, 2022

"Why is the GOP so white?" Michael Harriot answers the age-old question, why is the Republican party the party of whiteness? TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by TheGrio Black Podcast Network.
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The Merit Myth Pt. 2 Jul 11, 2022

"The American education system has never been color blind." In part 2 of the Merit Myth, Michael Harriot continues to debunk the myth that everything white people got is through hard work. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by TheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Merit Myth Pt. 1 Jul 08, 2022

"Whiteness is an affirmative action.” In this two part series, Michael Harriot debunks the myth that if Black people work hard they can get everything white people get. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by TheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Caucasian Race Theory Jul 06, 2022

"The history of racism should make white kids feel bad." It's Wypipo Wednesday and today we are talking about Critical Race Theory; three words that seem to demand people to pick a side. Michael Harriot gives us the most accurate, clear, concise breakdown of Critical Race Theory you'll ever need. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by TheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Who Invented White People? Jul 04, 2022

"Who invented white people?" You heard of the Willie Lynch letter? The pseudo letter that so many people believe was true about how to make a slave. Well, I bet you never heard of the "Making of a white man" letter. Michael Harriot got his hands on it, and he is going to read it to you. #BlackCultureAmplified

Black On Black Crime Is A Hoax Jul 01, 2022

“Black on Black crime is the biggest hoax since ‘liberty & justice for all.’” Michael Harriot breaks down why Black-on-Black crime is a figment of White people's imagination. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by TheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Roe v Wade Has Been Overturned. What's Next? Jun 29, 2022

“This podcast is not about abortion.” On This special edition of TheGrio Daily, Michael Harriot passes the microphone to Dr. Christina Greer, host of TheGrio's newest podcast "The Blackest Questions." Dr. Greer is the politics editor for TheGrio and Associate Professor of Political Science at Fordham University and she will be informing you all about what the overturning of Roe v Wade means for Black women and the Black community. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by TheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

Are All Police Racist? Jun 27, 2022

“Farmers farm. Writers write. Police hunt Black people.” Michael Harriot explores the history of policing in America and how that history affects Black people today. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast by TheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified

The Grio(t) Explained Jun 23, 2022

"Not all of us come from kings or queens." We're talking about "Griots," a class of people trained to keep our history and tell our stories. Michael Harriot takes us on a journey explaining where Griots first started and how they've trickled down through history. It's deeper than you think, Kings and Queens.

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Wypipology 101 Jun 21, 2022

"Every Wednesday is Wypipo Wednesday." Self-proclaimed Wypipologist, Michael Harriot explains exactly what is "Wypipology" and how it's been all around us since the beginning of time. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast from TheGrio Black Podcast Network. #BlackCultureAmplified.

Is Juneteenth A Black Holiday? Jun 20, 2022

"America didn't free the slaves; the slaves freed America." Michael Harriot breaks down the real origins of Juneteenth and why it should mean so much to everyone. TheGrio Daily is an original podcast from TheGrio Black Podcast Network

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