Fearless with Jason Whitlock Pam Grier & Jasmine Crockett: Have Black Women Lost Their Minds? | Jason Whitlock Harmony
Jan 22, 2026
Dre Baldwin, an entrepreneur and motivational speaker, joins Shemeka Michelle, a commentator on race and family, for a deep dive into complex issues facing Black women today. Pam Grier shares a haunting childhood memory of witnessing lynching. Jasmine Crockett discusses the enduring presence of such violence in today's South, sparking a heated debate. The panel grapples with narratives surrounding Black women's self-image, family dynamics, and the role of men in shaping cultural conversations. Controversial perspectives lead to thought-provoking discussions about media representation and relationships.
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Childhood Memory Of A Lynching
- Pam Grier describes childhood walks in Columbus where her mother made them avert their eyes because "there was someone hanging from a tree."
- She says the memory still triggers her and points to fear of violence toward Black families who supported Black people.
Politics As Encouragement For Hate
- Jasmine Crockett claims modern politics embolden hate and lets white supremacists "take off their hoods."
- She links political rhetoric to increased visibility and encouragement of racial violence.
Claim That Lynching Is Exaggerated Today
- Jason Whitlock argues lynching is largely historical and claims it's exaggerated today.
- He frames contemporary claims of lynching as overblown compared with past decades.