The Fire in My Words Podcast: Recent Episodes
Ron Holland
A raw and unvarnished perspective on the issues impacting our community and society. The Fire in My Words Podcast is thought-provoking and uncompromisingly transparent. From politics and religion to the myriad of issues that beleaguer our social landscape. The Fire in My Words Podcast removes the veneer of superficial social interaction and forces us to address our attitudes, beliefs, biases, and contradictions. Prepare to be challenged.
In episode 16, I explore the emotional turmoil and pain of unjustified police killings of African Americans. For too long, whites in America have either been cavalier or dismissive of this pain. Would the negative interactions between African Americans and police change if white people suffered similar experiences?
In episode 15, I tackle some of the spurious criticisms leveled at Sen. Kamala Harris. I also challenge our community to change course in tolerating criminality and violence.
In Episode 14, I ask, "Why do we see GOD through the eyes and prism of Israel?" This episode is an exploration of the rich cultural and spiritual traditions of the African diaspora - as reflected in different communities and countries on the African continent.
In Episode 13, I delve into the question, is our CREATOR a mass murderer as reflected in the pages of scripture? This is a controversial and profoundly provocative topic - with a host of implications.
In Episode 12, I delve into Trump's efforts to undermine President Obama's Fair Housing Rules - which addresses housing discrimination. This episode also encourages Black Trump Supporters to reject a man that violates their conservative values.
In episode 11, I explore Actor Nick Cannon's controversial remarks about the Jewish Community, his apology and feelings of abandonment by certain quarters of the Black Community.
In episode 10, we delve deep into marriage and relationships. With the salacious details of Jada Pinkett Smith's affair with singer, August Aisina still abuzz on social media, I explore the notions of commitment and fidelity in an honest, raw and transparent way.
In episode 9, we explore the cognitive dissonance of Black Trump supporters. What's behind the support Trump enjoys from his diminutive black constituency? Is it policy? Is it money? Is it moral and religious conviction? Stay tuned for a raw, provocative and unflinching perspective about this issue.
In Episode 8, I explore white Evangelical Christianity, especially as it relates to race, the Civil Rights movement and the vestiges of slavery and Jim Crow segregation.
In Episode 7, I delve into the scourge of gun violence plaguing the Black Community. Cities like Charlotte and Chicago grappled with a spate of gun violence during Father's day weekend claiming the lives of 17 people. Over 100 people were shot in Chicago, while 181 shell casings were recovered from a shooting in Charlotte, NC.
In Episode 6, I address the racist Confederate Battle Flag and the traitors that fought to preserve slavery and segregation.
In episode five, I tackle the phony arguments associated with so-called black on black crime and police brutality. I dismantle an argument that's used to redirect our attention away from the real threat to the black community.
In episode four of the "Fire In My Words Podcast," the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. In this episode, we explore racial tensions between the community and police, as well as the possibility of physical intervention of bystanders and/or the crowd to stop officers from killing black people.
In Episode three, I discuss why former Vice President Joe Biden is a better choice to lead the nation. Plus, a contextualization of the 1994 Crime Bill and the Black Community's tolerance of violence.
In episode one of the "Fire in My Words" podcast, Ron Holland delves into the murder of Ahmaud Arbery by Gregory McMichael and Travis McMichael. Ron also addresses personal protection and the need for African-Americans to embrace the right to carry a firearm.