Dr. Synnika 's Topical Poem of the Week: Recent Episodes
Synnika A. Lofton
Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week explores American issues that affect the African-American community, such as racism, oppression, gender inequality, and poverty. Synnika Lofton offers a unique blend of social commentary and poetry in each episode.
In the latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika explores the fake outrage surrounding Brittney Griner and her 9 year prison sentence.
In the latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika explores the impact of voting in America. Is it revolutionary change or just incremental change?
In the latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines how American society polices the natural hairstyles of African American people. He believes this type of behavior is a relic of colonialism and American slavery. At the end of the broadcast, Lofton offers the poem "Wrong Kind of Hair."
In the latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton discusses Elon Musk's suspicious takeover of Twitter. Free Speech or an effort to allow Right wing trolls to find a home?
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Dr. Synnika reflects on the insane toxicity during this year's playoffs. He believes NBA fans, commentators, and analysts are just as toxic as trolls on social media platforms.
In the latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika explains why BLM does not work for the NYPD. He believes Mayor Eric Adams does not need to attack Black Lives Matter, just because he can't handle gun violence in his city.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton explains that Will Smith is not a victim and used his platform to assault another Black man. Lofton believes Smith felt empowered by his privileged and bourgeois peers, and he salutes Chris Rock for preventing LAPD from arresting Will Smith.
In the latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines how Ketanji Brown Jackson battles racism in the confirmation hearings.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines why goal-oriented people should not wait on incremental change.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton explores the significance of Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination to the Supreme Court.
Can Black and Brown parents opt their children out of American History lessons, if they consider these lessons divisive and harmful to their children? In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines the schools that allow parents to opt out of Black History Month lessons.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton pays homage to the legendary artist by playing her song "Feelin' Good." Check out the poem, Truly Free, which was inspired by the song.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines the anti-Black roots of fake culture wars!
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines the power of Black History Month to troll America. Lofton believes millions of Americans are uncomfortable with Black History Month because it represents the beauty, resilience, and struggle of the African-American experience.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines anti-CRT hysteria and Governor DeSantis's outrageous bill to protect white children's feelings, which means protecting white people's feelings.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton examines the systemic white washing of Martin Luther King, Jr. by Americans and how Conservatives exploit his words every January!
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines the current status of COVID19 in America.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton focuses on the lack of progress on voting rights as the MLK Day observance approaches.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika talks about why he loves to honor and celebrate Kwanzaa.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton reflects on the need to weaponize art as a means of documenting experiences.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton examines the delusional and paranoid critics of Critical Race Theory.
In the latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton explores America's latest mass shooting.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika Lofton's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton explores the convictions of the three men responsible for the death of Ahmaud Arbery.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines the aftermath of the Rittenhouse trial.
In the latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines White America's fear of teaching correct history to school children. He also exposes that if white children are allowed to have safe spaces from American history, then Black and Brown children also deserve safe spaces from American history.
In this episode, Synnika A. Lofton examines voting issues and Black turn out for Democratic Party nominees. He also examines how the Republican Party created Critical Race Hysteria and capitalized on it in Virginia.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton reacts to recent comments by Condoleezza Rice about Critical Race Theory and hurting white children's feelings.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton continues to examine the controversy of Dave Chappelle's stand up routine.
Why are today's artists asked to be political activists and politically correct? Do artists have to appeal to the comfort zones of easily offended audiences? Does expressing the wrong message in comedy, Hip hop, poetry, or photography mean an artist should be "cancelled"? Synnika Lofton examines the state of current sensitivities, free speech, and artistic freedoms in this latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton responds to Bill Maher's childish criticism of Lift Every Voice and Sing, or the Black National Anthem.
In the latest episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines why the Left and the Right do not understand Black people.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton takes a look at the COVID19 crisis in America. He also takes a look at the strange personalities that have contributed to the problem.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton explores the response to the United States leaving Afghanistan.
In episode 5 of Season 4, Synnika Lofton examines why Conservatives and Republicans continue to use Martin Luther King, Jr. to defend their views of Critical Race Theory.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines two viruses in America: COVID19 and Stupidity.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton examines how fans treat professional athletes when they express concerns about their mental health.
In this episode, Synnika Lofton examines why NBA fans do not criticize GMs and Owners when they trade players, but when NBA players leverage their talents and secure positions on other teams, NBA fans have all the criticism in the world!!
In the finale for Season 3, Synnika Lofton takes another look at Conservatives' feelings about Critical Race Theory.
Synnika Alek-Chizoba Lofton examines the controversy surrounding track star Sha’Carri Richardson.
In Season 3, Episode 8 of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton explains why he values his ancestors over scrambling politicians.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton explores the meaning of Juneteenth and "woke" people's sensitive feelings.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines Mo'Nique's controversial comments about Black women.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines the state of masks during the COVID19 pandemic.
Synnika Alek-Chizoba Lofton is an award winning performance poet, educator, and recording artist. He is the author of 17 books and more than 170 spoken word albums, Eps, singles, and digital downloads. He holds a BA and an MFA in Creative Writing from Goddard College. He teaches literature at Chesapeake Bay Academy and Composition and Public Speaking at Norfolk State University. For more information, check out the official websites: www.officialsynnika.com and www.iamguerrilla.com
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines Critical Race Theory and analyzes why Republican law makers are deathly afraid of it.
Synnika Alek-Chizoba Lofton tackles American racism after President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Tim Scott claim that "America is not a racist country."
In this episode, Synnika Lofton exposes All Lives Matter and Blue Lives Matter as reactionary trends. In his opinion, these groups are emotional reactions to Black resistance.
Synnika Alek-Chizoba Lofton examines the unfortunate death of Ma'Khia Bryant and questions the actions of police officers as well as the actions of the community.
In the Season Two finale, Synnika Lofton reflects on the power and influence of hip hop icon DMX.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, "For Black Men Who Have Considered Violence When a Middle Finger is Enough," Synnika Lofton explores how the mental health of Black men is often ignored.
Due to the recent mass shootings, Synnika Lofton examines the state of gun violence in America.
In Dr. Seuss and the Age of Information, Synnika Lofton explores the controversial issue of Dr. Seuss Enterprises pulling several of Dr. Seuss's books from circulation.
In this brand new episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika explores the story about three Black teens that were killed in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines the impact of the legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday.
Synnika Lofton looks at how LeBron James continues to defy critics and hypocritical Americans who get triggered by his political positions.
In Episode 1 of Season 2, Synnika Lofton examines the key elements and methods to chasing dreams. This episode culminates with the poem "The Love of the Labor."
In the Season One finale of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton analyzes his coping mechanisms for living and thriving in America.
In this episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week, Synnika Lofton examines the characteristics of the G.O.A.T. or the Greatest of All Time. He believes the G.O.A.T. in any filed or industry has an obligation to fight for his/her community. Check out his hot take!
In this episode, Synnika Lofton examines how inspiration has played a consistent but complicated role in his life. Check out the poem Chasing Down the Muse at the end of the broadcast.
To begin Black History Month, in this episode, Synnika Lofton lifts up the youngest inaugural poet Amanda Gorman, who performed her poem, "The Hill We Climb" at the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
The second part of the previous episode is called "Black Folks and White Rage." This episode explores the general reaction of Black folks to the insurrection that occurred on January 6, 2021. This episode includes the poem, "Hostile Ground, Golden Crown."
Episode 006 begins a two part series that explores the violent insurrection that happened on January 6, 2021. Part One analyzes the presence of white rage and mob violence on the day of the event, and Part 2 explores the general reaction from the Black community. Part One is exactly 9 minutes.
Episode 5 of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week features commentary and a poem about using art, creativity, and your natural talents to ultimately find your purpose.
Episode 4 of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week features commentary and a poem about Confederate statues, race, and obsessions with false or incomplete history.
This episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week focuses on how COVID19 has impacted the United States, especially its tragic impact on the African-American community. This episode culminates with the poem "A Legendary Outbreak."
Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week is a weekly show that uses poetry to explore the social, political, and racial conditions in America. Each episode is 3 1/2 to 5 minutes long. That time is split between commentary on a specific issue, which occurs at the beginning, and then a poem on the same subject matter. This week's episode focuses on Ice Cube's Contract with Black America, which was met with extreme criticism before the presidential election of 2020.
This week's episode of Dr. Synnika's Topical Poem of the Week explores the tragic death of Casey Goodson in Ohio and the conditions of police brutality.