Native Land Pod

Hosts dive into the emotional complexities of leadership and accountability amidst crises, particularly focusing on the police takeover in D.C. They explore innovative solutions like self-sustaining communities for Black residents. Discussions branch into the historical trauma affecting marginalized groups and the urgent need for systemic reforms. A listener's pushback on political accountability raises essential questions about representation and the pressing fight against injustices, particularly for Black women.

Rev. Jamal Bryant, a dynamic pastor known for his viral sermons, and Dr. Key Hallmon, an entrepreneur and founder of Village Market Atlanta, share powerful insights on economic empowerment. They discuss the impact of the recent Target Fast and the critical role of Black churches in community development. Hallmon emphasizes building sustainable infrastructure for Black businesses, while Bryant advocates for intentional spending to uplift the community. Together, they highlight the importance of collective action and support in fostering economic growth and resilience.

Dive into the fascinating world of African American Vernacular English as our hosts break down its nuances and address community questions. They explore what it means to be 'on code'—a concept emphasizing unity and cultural identity. Discover the humor in generational language differences and the importance of kindness in fostering connections. The discussion takes a turn towards empowering young leaders in the Black community while reminding listeners to find joy amid challenges. Tune in for engaging banter and reflections that spark thoughtful insights!

Sherrilyn Ifill, a renowned civil rights lawyer and former head of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, joins the discussion to dissect contemporary democracy and its pitfalls. She gives American democracy a dismal grade and traces its issues back long before Trump. The conversation probes how integration drained public funds and questions the courts' role as an equitable branch of government. They also tackle the legacy of slavery, media distortions, and the need for community action in preserving historical truths and democratic values.

Nicole Collier, a Texas State Representative for District 95, joins Angela Rye to discuss the intense political climate in Texas. Collier reveals how she was detained on the House floor for resisting Republican surveillance during a crucial vote on redistricting. The conversation dives into the implications of gerrymandering on marginalized communities, the importance of unity in the Texas Black Caucus, and the critical need for representation. Their dialogue is a powerful reflection on resilience and strategic resistance in the face of political oppression.

Tiffany shares her fiery encounter with a 'Karen' on live TV, sparking a humorous yet profound discussion about societal behavior. The conversation shifts to the essential role of automatic voter registration and the challenges Black voters face today. They dive into the complexities of maintaining composure during politically charged media confrontations, reflecting on representation for Black women in the industry. The urgency of engaging in political dialogues amid ongoing threats to voting rights and fair representation is emphasized.

Mark Veasey, Congressman from Texas's 33rd District, sheds light on the ongoing redistricting efforts and emphasizes the urgency of protecting voting rights. Jalanda Jones, Texas State Representative, shares insights on grassroots movements against redistricting abuses. Emanuel Cleaver, Congressman from Missouri, discusses the pursuit of political power amidst these challenges. Together, they dissect the implications of gerrymandering and the necessity for community engagement to ensure representation for marginalized voters, highlighting a critical moment in American politics.

Angela Rye is joined by leaders and members of the Black community in Washington D.C. to discuss Trump’s takeover of the D.C. police, the deployment of the national guard, and his threats toward Black youths.    Cora Masters is a political scientist and the forever first lady of D.C, where she logged decades of service, including as leader of the Recreation Wish List Committee. She is the widow of the former D.C. mayor Marion Barry.    Tony Lewis Jr. is a D.C. community activist and author of Slugg: A Boy's Life In The Age of Mass Incarceration.    Dionne Bussey-Reeder is the CEO of the non-profit Far Southeast Family Strengthening Collaborative based in D.C.    Welcome home y’all!    —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast.    Instagram  X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com   Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s MiniPod, our hosts Angela Rye and Andrew Gillum gotta talk more about redistricting. Trump is putting pressure on Republican-controlled states to redraw their electoral maps in order to give Republicans more seats in congress, an anti-democratic practice known as gerrymandering. This practice typically undercuts the representation of the Black community and others, reducing political influence on a state and national level.    Our hosts dig into the mechanics of how electoral maps are created, what the rules are now, and what they could be.    If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/   Welcome home y’all!    —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast.    Instagram  X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com   Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media.   Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:    Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; Loren Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks  to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.  Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On episode 91, our hosts Angela Rye and Andrew Gillum bring on super-guest and renowned progressive journalist: Mehdi Hasan. Tiffany Cross is away this week but she sent us a report from the ground in the DRC.    Mehdi Hasan was featured on a Jubilee debate where he (a proclaimed progressive) debated 20 “far-right” young people. The debate was shocking, participants called themselves fascists, and told Mehdi, a naturalized citizen, to “get out” of the country. Mehdi reflects on the debate, the surprise and trauma of it, and what it says (and doesn’t say) about modern conservatives. In addition, the hosts chat with him about redistricting (see below).     Follow Mehdi Hassan’s work at https://zeteo.com/   Gerrymandering, the unfair drawing of electoral maps to benefit one’s own party, has been an issue for decades. Egged on by the Trump administration, we are now on the verge of an all-out gerrymandering war. Redistricting (redrawing maps) normally happens at the end of each decade. Trump demanded that Texas redraw their map now to add more Republican seats and the Texas GOP obliged. In response, Democratic state reps have fled Texas to prevent the new maps from being voted on, and governors of blue states like California and New York have threatened to change their state laws to allow more partisan gerrymandering in favor of Democrats.   Tiffany Cross is meeting with the president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. She’ll talk with him ab0ut the civil conflict in the DRC and foreign exploitation of the country’s mineral resources.   TAKE OUR SURVEY, WIN A PRIZE!      SURVEY: https://ul.ink/2QMCXY?utm_source=YouTube   And of course we’ll hear from you! If you’d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/ and send to @nativelandpod.    We are 467 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all!    —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast.    Instagram  X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com   Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media.   Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:    Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; Loren Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks  to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.  Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.