ReachingOut: Recent Episodes
Reaching Out
Can capitalism be moral? Is it the governments job to help the poor? What is the validity to the statement, " immigrants are taking our jobs?" We discuss these questions and more! We also find out what Congressman Brat knows about Area 51... Join us for the last episode of Season 2!
Justin Carter of Mister Saturday Night joins us today. We discuss how to pursue your passions, the trials of running a business, and how to juggle numerous ventures at once. We kick off the Bonus Interview discussing movies that were terrifying as kids, but are no longer scary.
Ever considered traveling around the world to stay in an igloo or treehouse? Well, Jeralyn Gerba of Fathom joins us to talk about the most interesting places to travel, how to travel on a budget, and how to take your kids to places other than Disney. We also discuss what experiment Jeralyn would perform if money and ethics weren't an issue in our Bonus Interview section.
What would happen if you take a middle class Christian teacher and move him to an inner city neighborhood? We talk about that and much more!
R Anthony Harris speaks on how he helped popularize "RVA," how he started his magazine RVA Magazine, and how he helped change a city.
Stick around for the Bonus Interview Section where we discuss Richmond hangout spots, the future of RVA Mag, and, quite possibly, the greatest super powers of all time!
Produced by Oj Knight
Kelli Lemon from Radio One and Coffee with Strangers joins us this week on Reaching Out. We discuss the difference between RVA culture and Richmond culture, how to improve Richmond, and overcoming depression. Also join us in the Bonus Interview to hear her tips on how I can talk to pretty girls at the gym!
Produced by OJ Knight
This week on Reaching Out with Zack Carter, Senator Amanda Chase joins us to talk about healthcare, transportation, and education in Virginia. We also find out what game show Senator Chase would want to be on if she had the oppurtunity.
In this episode, we finish up our conversation with Mona Siddiqui on Islam. We cover Sharia Law, whether Christianity held back America or helped it progress, and whether cake bakers should have the right to turn away gay couples.
Produced by Oj Knight
In this week's episode we talk about being a Muslim post 9/11, extremism, and stuff that bugs us in our religions. Also, join us for the bonus interview section to find out if Mona had an arranged marriage!
Produced by Oj Knight
In Episode 1 of Season 2 of Reaching Out with Zack Carter, we interview Shion Fenty. Shion is a Republican candidate running for the Congressional Fourth District in Virginia. We discuss the difficulties of running as a black Republican, prison reform, abortion, and her thoughts on President Trump. Be sure to stick around for the Bonus Interview to find out what "cut ya' tail" means!
Produced by Oj Knight
Hugh Jones joins us In our final episode of Season 1 of Reaching Out. Hugh is the director of the The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club of Richmond. We talk about the need for fathers, how to give wisely to charity, and how to have an impact on your community.
Music by: Soulish
Do we have a gun violence problem in America? Should there be universal background checks? Can we own a tank? We discuss these questions and more in this weeks episode featuring Philip Van Cleave, President of the Virginia Citizens Defense League.
Music by: Soulish
Kris Fugate went overseas in 2008 to fight in Afghanistan. We discuss his job of spotting and dismantling bombs, the reasons for the war, and kneeling for the national anthem. In the Bonus Interview Section, we discuss what job Kris thinks he could lie his way into and no one would notice.
Music by: Soulish
I am joined by Candace Burns from CBS 6 in Richmond, Va. We talk about the importance of local news, the need for a diverse media, and we do our best to define fake news. Also, join us for the bonus interview section to find out what crime Candace would commit if she knew she could get away with it. I will give you a hint...it has something to do with sewing.
Produced by: OJ Knight Music by: Soulish
Pastor Vernon and I finish our interview talking about how to bring together our different cultures. We also discuss the best non-violent way to make peace with North Korea and Russia....why no one else has thought of it is beyond me!
Music by: Soulish
Pastor Vernon Gordon of The Life Church joins us as we discuss the racial tensions in America. We also get to find out Zack's favorite joke...please forgive the attempt at an Irish accent.
Music by: Soulish
In this episode I talk with the politically themed wrestler The Progressive Liberal. Although he has already been featured in Rolling Stone, NPR, Fox, The Washington Post, and many other outlets, he took some time out of his busy schedule to talk some politics and wrestling with me. Enjoy!
Music by: Soulish
In this episode Pastor Erik Brown tackles difficult questions about God, Christianity, and faith. We also find out some embarrassing info about Zack in our Bonus Interview Section.
Produced by: OJ Knight Music by: Soulish
What does an African American cop think about Black Lives Matter, police brutality, and the thin blue line? Also, our bonus interview kicks off finding out the most embarrassing crime Sgt. Adams has arrested someone for.
Produced by: OJ Knight Music by: Soulish
Sgt Carol Adams and I discuss domestic violence, the roles police play to help bring justice to perpetrators, and how domestic violence has effected her own life. We also discuss important questions in our bonus interview section such as "Which sport would be the funniest to add a mandatory of alcohol to?"
Produced by: OJ Knight Music by: Soulish
Interview with Chaz Hofler: rapper, entrepreneur, and family man. Chaz grew up in a rough part of Brooklyn selling drugs and would spend three and a half years in prison for armed robbery. This is where his story begins.
Music by: Soulish