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Our Own Voices Live
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas and the surrounding area. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us OVERVIEW___________________________ From Business, Education, Leadership, Finance and more, Our Own Voices Live features shows that provide valuable information. We showcase everyday people from the community who tell their own stories of trials, tragedies and triumphs within our Story of Firsts and Community Builder. Story of Cultural Diversity presents Americans with an opportunity to learn about the various groups that help make our country the melting pot of the world. Poetry serves as the outlet for inspired writers to share their thoughts and creativity. Our, Speak Up! and Support section creates an interactive community between listeners. *The above overview represents categories most commonly represented in Our Own Voices Live. Actual content categories may vary from show to show.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your host(s): Dr. Al Gourrier and Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “West Las Vegas Library Community Discussion”
West Las Vegas Library Community Discussion
The West Las Vegas Library is going to move!
Do you know where to and what it will mean to the current facility? Have you given any community input or have you even been asked?
We will discuss those things and more.
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(516) 531-9535 and Press #1 to speak
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Thankful, Hope, Empathy Love and Compassion!”
Please welcome our guess: Heather Burton Berry, our local love guru
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Thanksgiving is that one time of year set aside to give thanks
We are living in a time of so much uncertainty, turmoil, malice and division. Why is it and what can we do to change it? Why did people seem to get along better years ago but not today or did they really get along better years ago? We are the same people in the same county so something has happened. Maybe instead of focusing on what we don’t have or what others may take from us, we should focus on what we have and what we can give so more can have too. What do you have to be thankful for and what do you want to have to be thankful for?
Let’s discuss this.
On behalf of Our Own Voices Live and the entire Speak Up network, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and someplace near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
9-11 and America 20 Years Later
Remembering 9-11 and pondering how America has changed since then. Did we become better and have we learned from the experience?
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live new show, E Pluribus Unum!
With your hosts: Sara & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Michele Fiore, Race and the Nevada GOP!”
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Michele Fiore, Race and the Nevada GOP!
A new radio show, E Pluribus Unum!
Fiore and her statement
NAACP comments about it
Clark GOP getting hit for coming out
Alt-right in the GOP, who is who
Michael McDonald lied to the body about the governor
Chuck Muth is a racist
Race relations and how we move forward
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Black issues from Las Vegas with Angela Thomas from Our Own Voices Live, Brian Harris from Independent Black Voters Group and Rodney Smith from Our Own Voices Live
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your host: Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Politics & Lying”
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Politics & Lying
Is America losing its moral core due to partisan politics and lying? The truth more and more seems to be based on ones political affiliation. If a person tells something that isn’t true it seems to be believable even if it is a lie to those in the same party as they ridicule others for lying. Can our form or government stand as we slip more and more into a country whose leaders lies and what affect will that have on the rest of us?
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your host, Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Black History Month the Black Agenda and Reparations”
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Black History Month
Feb was African American History Month or Black History Month. What did it mean to you? I even hear some people who say we no longer need it. I disagree. Since we have it, what are we doing with it and what difference does it make? Heck, what difference can it make?
The Black Agenda
Each year I like to discuss the Black Agenda since it is the one month where we can openly talk about 100% Black stuff. This year was no different. I asked if we should have one and what should it be composed of.
Reparations
The making of amends for a wrong one has done, by paying money to or otherwise helping those who have been wronged. That is how the Merriam Webster dictionary defines Reparations. Should Decedents of American Slaves receive reparations?
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “11 Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candlelight Vigil!”
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11 Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candlelight Vigil
The Candlelight Vigil is an event to continually share Dr. King's message to inspire us to do more and better. This year's theme,”Humanity Tied in a Single Garment of Destiny.”
We use the Kwanzaa principal of Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), to produce this event. We have speakers and occasionally performers sharing conscious words. It came about 11 years ago when we noticed younger people didn't seem to know much about Dr. King, his accomplishments, and movements that he led. We wanted something right in the community that was free to attendees. It was not meant to replace anything but to be in addition to.
It was also an opportunity to introduce some to our Dr. King statue. We are blessed to not only have a larger than life size statue and to have a street named after Dr. King but we have the statue on the street. That is rare. Even rarer is to have Coretta Scott King Roses. Thanks to the suggestion by Franklyn G. Verley and the support of Commissioner Lawrence Weekly.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Happy New Year and the Government shutdown!”
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Happy New Year and the Government shutdown
This is our first show of the New Year as it is the first Saturday of the New Year. When President Trump took office on Jan 20, 2017, I said this, “We celebrated the Peaceful transfer of power from our 44th President, Barack Obama t our 45th President Donald Trump. Some saw it as a time to celebrate and others saw it as a time to mourn. How do you see it today now that we are 2 years in and have a government shutdown? We have a new congress and split government. What do you want to change in this new year and why? Let’s discuss this.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Life with your host: Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Rosa Parks, the Catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement”
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Rosa Parks, the Catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement
“Lest We Forget,” is a phrase often used from military remembrances. It is associated with Armistice Day which we now call Veterans Day. Dec1, 1955, is another day that is of such importance that it too deserves the Phrase, “Lest we forget.” That is the day that Sister Rosa Parks Decided to not take unfair and unlawful treatment while riding a public bus in Montgomery, Alabama. This is the person, the date and event that many historians attributed to be the catalyst to the beginning of the modern day civil rights movement.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Life with your host: Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “1898 Coup D'état of Wilmington North Carolina”
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1898 Coup D'état of Wilmington North Carolina
Today marks the 120th anniversary of what some called a race war, others called an insurrection but what really was a coup d'etat. It was the overthrow of civilian government by force of one of the most promising cities for racial harmony in the South. I am not speaking of South America but the good old U.S. of A.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Rodney Smith.
Our Topic(s) today: “The Power of Life and Death”
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The Power of Life and Death
This week we experience the death of a political icon in the late Sen. John McCain and the great Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. Both lived more years than promised since none are, both from very different backgrounds with both leaving a large legacy and body of work behind. As I was speaking and reflecting on their lives and funerals we both thought that these two giants left giant unfilled shoes and who would fill them? Suppose they took their shoes with them but left us the cobbler’s tools and materials to build our shoes from our experiences base on the foundation of our collective ancestors. What shoes will we build, why and where will we go?
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Rant Radio has been gone for awhile but is back with a must needed focus on Black Mental Health, Behavior and Trauma focus. We will be talking about the need to change the way we see our mental health, wasy to change our culture to support collective healing. Tune in July 31st, at 5pm Central. The number to call into or listen is 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. Click the link to listen on your laptop, PC, or Smart Phone. Tell your momma and tell your friend, that Rant Radio is back at it again!
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Robyn Michelle Fleming Author of Robyn-Hood Believe it’s Possible.”
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Robyn Michelle Fleming Author of Robyn-Hood Believe it’s Possible.
Robyn is the 8 year old author of, “Robyn-Hood Believe it’s Possible.” Robyn is God’s girl! She is an active member of Concord Baptist Church and loves to worship and study the word of God. She serves in the children’s choir, “Voices of Love,” Seeds of Jubilee Dance Ministry and Bible Study Fellowship. Robyn is an “A” student and avid reader. She is currently in the 2nd grade and has attended Canterbury Episcopal School since PreK 4. Robyn looks forward to inspiring the next generation of girls to have a positive outlook on life despite negative circumstances! She resides with her Mother and Father in Desoto, Texas.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Thomas Berry & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “BILLIONAIRES EARNED ENOUGH MONEY TO END EXTREME POVERTY SEVEN TIMES OVER.
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BILLIONAIRES EARNED ENOUGH MONEY TO END EXTREME POVERTY SEVEN TIMES OVER
Last year, the world’s billionaires made over $462 billion combined—enough money to end extreme poverty around the globe seven times over. With a new billionaire added to the list nearly every two days, wealth inequality widened, according to a new report from Oxfam. Read more by clicking here: www.newsweek.com/billionaires-money-end-poverty-report-786675
Forty-two of the richest people in the world now hold as much wealth as 3.7 billion of the poorest people in the world, according to the report, released Monday by the international charitable organization.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Merry Christmas!”
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Merry Christmas!
On many of our Christmas shows we like to discuss the meaning of Christmas and/or the history of Christmas. We have discussed things like what does a lump of coal and shoes have to do with Christmas? What is the meaning of the word, Christmas and why do some people say, X-Mas? We have discussed the Yuletide and Yule log. Why do we have a Christmas tree and the specific kind? Why a Christmas reef: when is it hung, what is it made of, why, why it is often found on doors and when should it and the tree come down? Did you know that Santa use to have a Black helper and what his name is? This Christmas, I simply wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas and discuss what Christmas traditions do you have?
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Is Sexual Harassment becoming Trivialized?”
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Is Sexual Harassment becoming Trivialized?
This week allegations of sexual harassment against another democratic elected official have been made. The range is from freshmen congressmen, a former comedian to the dean of Congress. There has been a major awareness initiative called #MeToo that has acted as a wave over the country. Many entertainers and business leaders have stepped down or have been fired. Matt Lauer was fired Tuesday. Prior to him it was Bill O’Reilly and others in the news media. It seems to be a low tolerance for it in the business and entertainment world but not so much in the political arena. In spite of calls for resignations most are still there from the President to the latest Congressperson. Are politicians serious when they call for another to resign or maybe it’s just political cover? It seems that our moral compass is rolling back due to political tribalism that has run a muck! Is this really a big moment for sexual harassment victims or is Sexual Harassment becoming Trivialized?
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “What are you thankful for?”
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What are you thankful for?
We like to celebrate Thanksgiving with a show dedicated to what we are thankful for. I will share some things that I am thankful for and I hope you will call in and share what you are thankful for.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Hillary Clinton Colludes with the DNC but so what?”
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Hillary Clinton Colludes with the DNC but so what? “Donna Brazile, former interim chair of the Democratic National Committee, opened up about the financial chaos within the DNC and said that Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign gained control of the committee well before Clinton was the party’s nominee.” As reported by Paige Lavender of the Huffington Post. To read more, click here: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/donna-brazile-dnc-clinton-campaign_us_59fb1a5ce4b0b0c7fa3866ea
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith.
Our Topic(s) today: “The Importance of Nevada Day for African Americans.”
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The Importance of Nevada Day for African Americans
Nevada Day commemorates the admission of the state of Nevada into the union on October 31 1864. Some of you may ask why this should be any more important to African Americans than any other state. Fair question and that is why I am doing the show…J. Nevada played an important role in ensuring victory for the North and the end of Slavery for Africans in America. Nevada Day gives us a moment to reflect on that freedom and the role that Nevada played. Nevada has become an important state politically. Often it is seen as a bellwether for the rest of the country. Nevada also has the largest African American population per capita West of Texas. There are opportunities in Nevada that are not prevalent in other states for all and specifically for African Americans
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Black Identity Extremist is COINTEL PRO 2.0!”
African American History Quiz #3
How did the, “Berlin Conference,” lead to the poor state of Africa today?
Black Identity Extremist is COINTEL PRO 2.0!”
FBI terrorism unit says 'black identity extremists' pose a violent threat (COINTELPRO-BLACK HATE)
The FBI’s dedicated surveillance of black activists follows a long history of the US government aggressively monitoring protest movements and working to disrupt civil rights groups, but the scrutiny of African Americans by a domestic terrorism unit was particularly alarming to some free speech campaigners.
“When we talk about enemies of the state and terrorists, with that comes an automatic stripping of those people’s rights to speak and protest,” said Mohammad Tajsar, staff attorney with the American Civil Liberties Union.
This is part of a story from the Guardian by Sam Levin.
Contact the author: sam.levin@theguardian.com To read more of the story click here: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/oct/06/fbi-black-identity-extremists-racial-profiling?CMP=share_btn_link
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “The intersecting of guns, violence, politics and society!”
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The Intersecting of Guns, Violence, Politics and Society!
In Las Vegas last week the largest mass shooting and killing in modern history took place and it happened at the hand of one man. 59 dead and roughly 500 wounded! It happened at an outdoor country music festival and concert. While the motive is still sought in this incident it does seem to happen more frequently with greater casualties. What is it about American society that breeds these acts, how does our politics play into this and why does this type of violence gain more attention than others? It just might be partisan politics
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Moving the goal posts!”
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Moving the goal posts!
The protest started due to the treatment of African Americans at the hands of police throughout the nation. This was after public Mass Street demonstrations were said to be disruptive. This is when a silent respectful one was started by a National Football League Quarterback by the name of Colin Kaepernick. He began to sit out the National Anthem. A Veteran suggested that he kneel as a sign of respect so he began kneeling on one knee.
Many tried to make it about not having the right to protest. They were reintroduced to the 1st Amendment. They said they didn’t have the right to do it on the job because the 1st Amendment didn’t cover them in the work place so they were shown the NFL contract that did not require them to stand. Some said that it disrespected the flag as the flag and National anthem required them to stand. The United Stated Codes were shown where no such requirement existed. Next it was that they were showing dishonor to the troops. Military organizations came out and explained that the troops fight and die to up hold the constitution. Now it is that there is a time and place but when is that time and place other than the fictional place in their minds of neverwherey?
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Our Own Voices Live features people and stories from our Las Vegas community, the surrounding area & some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Dear Mr. President and the 1st Amendment!”
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Dear Mr. President and the 1st Amendment!”
Many of you may have heard of the flag protest controversy with the National Football League’s Colin Kaepernick. Our president has once again weighed in and in a big way. Not only did he tell fans to walk out if a player protested the National Anthem but later used vulgar language saying, “get that Son of a Bit_ch off of the field right now, out, he’s fired!” The protest started due to the treatment of African Americans at the hands of police throughout the nation.
This is on top of what the president said after Charlottesville. For those remarks Republican Senator Bob Corker rebuked the president by saying, “the president has not yet been able to demonstrate the stability nor some of the competence that he needs to demonstrate in order to e successful.”
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell commented after president’s Trumps latest remarks at a campaign rally in Alabama. “The president failed to understand how the league and its players work to together to create a sense of unity in our country and in our culture.
It does make me wonder if the president doesn’t know that we have a 1st amendment in our constitution and that one purpose for it is to prevent Tyranny by backing it up with the 2nd amendment…what would you say to our president if you had a chance to sit down and have a one on one with him?
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “When the people lead, the leaders will follow.”
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When the people lead, the leaders will follow
This quote in attributed to Mahatma Gandhi.
It is a belief I believe that was in the authors and signers of the United States Constitution. It is something many have believed at the formation of this country and most practiced until relatively recent times. It puts governmental power into the hands of the people and takes it away from the wealthy, the powerful, oligarchs and monarchs. As long as the people believe they are the government and have the power of government then our democracy is strong and will function properly as well as move us all upwards and forwards. We must be vigilant with this belief and exercise it constantly.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith.
Our Topic(s) today: “Gate Keepers”
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Gate Keepers
Who are the Gate Keepers in your community and what role do they play? Here is a definition of Gate Keeper:
An attendant at a gate who is employed to control who goes through it. A person or thing that controls access to something. Who are the Gate Keepers in your community and what role do they play in the advancement, stagnation or even regression of your community.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your host: Rodney Smith.
Our Topic(s) today: “Community Leadership”
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Community Leadership
Community leadership is a specific form of the general concept of leadership. It is frequently based in place and so is local, although it can also represent a community of common interest, purpose or practice. It can be individual or group leadership, voluntary or paid. In many localities it is provided by a combination of local volunteers, business and government and is best served by what is called "place management", ie. a combination within a region of Government resources, professional and business skills and the energies of the local community [Sorenson & Epps, 1996:115-117; Osborne & Gaebler, 1993]
A community leader is someone who is perceived to represent the community’s interests and plays the role of protecting them. This role could be paid for or voluntarily, most communities have held this role as a voluntary one. Community leaders have a vast range of roles that range from mobilizing communities for a common cause to designing courses of action to overcome common challenges.
For more info, click here: http://www.ktnetafrica.net/blog/ten-top-qualities-great-community-leaders-moses-tetui
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Our Topic(s) today: “The Movie Detroit and Purple Heart Day”
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Purple Heart Day
The Purple Heart is a United States military decoration awarded in the name of the President to those wounded or killed while serving, on or after April 5, 1917, with the U.S. military. The Purple Heart is the oldest military award still given to U.S. military members. National Purple Heart Day is Aug 7th.
“All Gave Some, Some Gave All”
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Detroit the Movie
The 1967 Detroit riot, also known as the 12th Street riot or the 1967 Detroit rebellion, was a violent public disorder that turned into a civil disturbance in Detroit, Michigan. Police confrontations with patrons and observers on the street evolved into one of the deadliest and most destructive riots in the history of the United States, lasting five days. View a movie clip by clicking here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZvjOjWBySM
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Our Topic(s) today: “Remembering Sam Smith”
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Sam shared and poured a lot of him into us. Physically he is no longer with us but he will still be seen through us.” Mr. Sam Smith, who many called just Sam, is the man who started the Gathering. He was the only Black book store owner in the state for a while. He got more Black people on fire department than any other locally. He is the man I admired more than any other I met. This in no way is all that Mr. Smith accomplished during his time with us but merely a snapshot. We affectionately referred to him as, The Mayor of the Bistro and the Oracle of Las Vegas.
When I think of things I have done inspired by him and what wouldn’t have happened in my life had he not been in it, I see such a void. My life is fuller because of him and the community has been enriched by him through me. He said, “we should always be excellent.”
When I am in the community my goal was to be excellent so they could see his excellence in me. It was a way to show a living respect to him and also for his approval. I admired him and wanted his approval probably more than any other man I have known. A very close military buddy asked, “Who is Sam Smith?” I simply said, “He was the man I would have wanted to call me son.”
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Our Topic(s) today: “Politicians Lie Because we Support Them!”
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Politicians Lie Because we Support Them
Remember growing up in the 50’s and 60’s where during school we heard about George Washington chopping down the cherry tree and honest Abe? Our presidents were people we looked up to and our families aspired for us to be honest like them or at least like those in the stories? We do not think of politicians as truth tellers and surely not our current president. What happened and how is it impacting us? Did you know that lying also affects our health? We will discuss this today. For more information, click here: http://health.usnews.com/health-news/articles/2012/08/20/how-lying-affects-your-health
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Our Topic(s) today: “Las Vegas Raiders Stadium Jobs Flyer”
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Las Vegas Raiders Stadium Jobs Flyer
“A flyer promoting "pre-job recruitment sign-ups" attracted more than 700 people to a regularly scheduled meeting of the Las Vegas Stadium Authority board,” as stated in an Associated Press article posted on an ESPN website with a link below. Do the ends justify the means? Last week’s show was about a lack of leadership in the Black community. Is this an example of what can happen without structured leadership? For more info, click here: http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/20019719/raiders-stadium-board-meeting-draws-hundreds-fake-flyer-promotes-pre-job-recruitment-sign-ups
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Our Topic(s) today: “The Importance of Leadership and a Leader”
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The Importance of Leadership and a Leader
Today we will discuss what is leadership and why a leader is important to our advancement
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noun the action of leading a group of people or an organization. "different styles of leadership"
synonyms:
guidance, direction, control, management, superintendence, supervision; More the state or position of being a leader. "the leadership of the party"
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Our Topic(s) today: “Civil Rights Act and Independence Day”
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Civil Rights Act and Independence Day
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Pub.L. 88–352, 78 Stat. 241, enacted July 2, 1964) is a landmark civil rights and US labor law in the United States that outlaws discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. It prohibited unequal application of voter registration requirements, racial segregation in schools, employment, and public accommodations.
Powers given to enforce the act were initially weak, but were supplemented during later years. Congress asserted its authority to legislate under several different parts of the United States Constitution, principally its power to regulate interstate commerce under Article One (section 8), its duty to guarantee all citizens equal protection of the laws under the Fourteenth Amendment and its duty to protect voting rights under the Fifteenth Amendment. The Act was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson on July 2, 1964, at the White House. For more info, click here: https://www.archives.gov/education/lessons/civil-rights-act
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Our Topic(s) today: “The Gangs that Claim Blue and Red but they are not Crips and Bloods”
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The Gangs that Claim Blue and Red but they are not Crips and Bloods
“A gang is a group of good friends or family with identifiable leadership and internal organization, identifying with or claiming control over territory in a community, and engaging either individually or collectively in illegal or violent behavior. The numerous push factors experienced by at-risk individuals vary situationally however follow a common theme for the desire of power, respect, money and protection. These factors are very influential in the luring process and largely contribute to the reasons why individuals join gangs.”
Description was taken from Wikipedia. For more information, click here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gang
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Our Topic(s) today: “Did Bill Maher go to far when he Calls Himself a 'House N*gga?'”
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Did Bill Maher go to far when he Calls Himself a 'House Ngga?' This happened during a Friday night interview with Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse on Real Time, Bill Maher. Sen. Sasse invites Bill Maher for a visit by saying, “we would love to have you work in the fields with us.” The comedian responds dramatically, “work in the fields, Senator, I am a house nigga!” For more info, click here: https://youtu.be/GEmRYr2WtqU
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Our Topic(s) today: “Firsthand accounts of the Massacres of Black people in Tulsa Oklahoma”
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Black Wall Street Massacre's 96th Anniversary
Firsthand accounts of the Massacres of Black people in Tulsa Oklahoma. As one of the most prominent concentrations of African-American businesses in the United States during the early 20th century, it was popularly known as America's "Black Wall Street" until the Tulsa race riot of 1921, in which white residents massacred hundreds of black residents and razed the neighborhood within hours. The riot was one of the most devastating massacres in the history of U.S. race relations,
For more info, click here: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/long-lost-manuscript-contains-searing-eyewitness-account-tulsa-race-massacre-1921-180959251/
For the video version of the audio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAhxUgYaalU
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Our Topic: “Memorial Day”
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Memorial Day
The preferred name for the holiday gradually changed from "Decoration Day" to "Memorial Day," which was first used in 1882. Memorial Day did not become the more common name until after World War II, and was not declared the official name by Federal law until 1967. On June 28, 1968, Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which moved Memorial Day from its traditional dates of May 30th to a specified Monday, the last Monday in May, in order to create a convenient three-day weekend. After initial unwillingness to comply, all 50 states adopted the change within a few years.
On Memorial Day, the flag of the United States is raised briskly to the top of the staff and then solemnly lowered to the half-staff position, where it remains only until noon. It is then raised to full-staff for the remainder of the day. The half-staff position remembers the more than one million men and women who gave their lives in service of their country. At noon, their memory is raised by the livings, who resolve not to let their sacrifice be in vain, but to rise up in their stead and continue the fight for liberty and justice for all.For more information, click here: http://www.pbs.org/national-memorial-day-concert/memorial-day/meaning/
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Our Topic(s) today: “Metropolitan Police Kill an Unarmed Black Man”
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Metropolitan Police Kill an Unarmed Black Man
We need to find our collective voice on this and sooner than later. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Force killed a man who came to them saying, he was being chased and needed help.” He took off running and the police took off after him. After approaching a vehicle in the street, after leaving the Venetian Hotel Casino in Las Vegas, the police officer shocked the man with a taser. The man was shocked 6 more time with is 4 more than allowed by the police department. Following the excessive tasing the man was repeatedly punched in the head and face area by the police officer. The final move was a reverse chock hold that is not allowed by the metropolitan Police Department. The man had not committed a crime and was not charged. The officer is on paid leave. There needs to be a news conference with our specific demands for change. We will discuss what some of those changes should be.
For more info, click here: https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/officer-shocked-las-vegas-man-7-times-before-using-choke-hold/
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Our Topic(s) today: “Happy Mother’s Day!”
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Happy Mother’s Day!
Mother’s Day is a holiday honoring motherhood that is observed in different forms throughout the world. The American incarnation of Mother’s Day was created by Anna Jarvis in 1908 and became an official U.S. holiday in 1914. Jarvis would later denounce the holiday’s commercialization and spent the latter part of her life trying to remove it from the calendar. While dates and celebrations vary, Mother’s Day most commonly falls on the second Sunday in May and traditionally involves presenting mothers with flowers, cards and other gifts.
For more information, click here: http://www.history.com/topics/holidays/mothers-day
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Our Topic(s) today: “Party Politics is Destroying America”
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Party Politics is Destroying America
I have come to believe that the main issue with the two party system is not just the specific two parties but the party system itself and the quest for party purity. The structure is the problem. It comes across like a person that tells us that they believe in diversity but will only support Blue people. Ultimately that is not much different than what led the current parties to their current condition. That means an, as good or better candidate can come along but will be overlooked because they are rainbow colored. That seems like more division to me. How can we add while at the same time dividing? Let’s discuss this.
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Our Topic(s) today: “Life After Sports Youth Event is coming to Las Vegas”
Our special guest is: Ms. Kandi Conda an African American Hall of Famer in Woman's Professional Basketball
Life After Sports Youth Event is coming to Las Vegas
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Our Topic(s) today: “Our Missing Girls & the Annual Libation Ceremony for Lynched Black Women”
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Annual Libation ceremony being held to remember the 150 documented lynched Black women
In March 2014, the First Annual Sacred Libation Ceremony to honor the women was conducted by Iya Marilyn Kai Jewett and a group of priests of Philadelphia’s African American Yoruba/Orisha community. The ceremony has now been instituted as an annual ritual on the last Sunday in March as part of Women’s History Month.For more information, click here: http://thewestsidegazette.com/annual-libation-ceremony-being-held-to-remember-the-150-documented-lynched-black-women/
Our Missing Girls
Last week many were alarmed and horrified of recent reports of missing young Black girls in one night in our nation’s capitol, a Black woman kidnapped and barely escaping from the trunk of her car and of another gang raped during a facebook live broadcast while none of the 40 viewers called police. Is it a conspiracy to abduct and traffic Black females? Are they a part of a vast illegal organ harvesting conspiracy? Is it an epidemic on the rise or is it getting more attention than usual? https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/31/us/washington-dc-missing-girls-children-trafficking.html?_r=0
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Our Topic(s) today: “International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade”
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International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade
For over 400 years, more than 15 million men, women and children were the victims of the tragic transatlantic slave trade, one of the darkest chapters in human history.
Every year on 25 March, the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade offers the opportunity to honour and remember those who suffered and died at the hands of the brutal slavery system. The International Day also aims to raise awareness about the dangers of racism and prejudice today.
Taken from: http://www.un.org/en/events/slaveryremembranceday/
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Our Topic(s) today: “Democratic Rebellion but where are the Black People?”
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Democratic Rebellion but where are the Black People
The Democratic Party seemed split during the presidential primary between Secretary Hillary Clinton and Sen. Bernie Sanders. Small factions have begun to organize and execute actions to reshape and in some cases to take over the Democratic Party. Not only is this happening locally but in states throughout the country. Many are establishing intrastate networks. As I have attended some of these meetings locally the first thing that I notice is the absence of Black people. Usually I am the only one there or maybe one other.
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Our Topic(s) today: “Abolishment of Slavery from the 13th Amendment!”
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Abolishment of Slavery from the 13th Amendment
How many of you know that slavery was not completely abolished with the passage of the 13th Amendment that was supposed to abolish slavery? Here is how it reads,
“Section 1. Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.
Section 2. Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation.
So, as you see, there is a form of slavery that is still legal in America. How does it impact the present and Isn’t it time for it to truly be a thing of the past? Let’s discuss this.
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Our Topic(s) today: “Black History Month, Black Agenda and Unity!”
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African American History Quiz #1
During this era marriages among African Americans increased dramatically and why?
Black History Month
Feb is African American History Month or Black History Month. What does that mean to you? I even hear some people who say we no longer need it.
The Black Agenda
Each year I like to discuss the Black Agenda since it is the one month where we can openly talk about 100% Black stuff. This year is no difference so we are going to discuss what our agenda should be and especially in the era of President Donald Trump!
Unity
Often we speak of unity and how, “if we could only come together.” This is usually said around a group of Black people from 3 people or a room full. It seems to me that at those moments, we are together. How about joining or collaborating to build and increase capacity? Now that would be positive progress…!
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Our Topic(s) today: “Emmett Till-Injustice Was Done!”
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Emmett Till-Injustice Was Done
Emmett Till is a name many know and have even seen the pictures of him lying dead in an open casket for the world to see the horror of his death. He was beaten, mutilated and shot dead in the Jim Crow Mississippi South. Allegedly he whistle, catcalled or even aggressively approached a young white woman. He was just 14 years old! There is a new book out and the young white woman is now in her 80’s and has confessed that the non-crime Emmett Till was accused of and murdered for never happened. This is American History that like Jewish suffering in Nazi Germany what we should not forget.
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Our Topic(s) today: “A New Presidency Equals New Opportunities!”
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A New Presidency Equals New Opportunities and a Fresh Start
Yesterday on Jan 20, 2017 we celebrated the Peaceful transfer of power from our 44th President, Barack Obama t our 45th President Donald Trump. Some saw it as a time to celebrate and others saw it as a time to mourn. For those who morn, remember the words of our past president, “it is not the end of the world until the world ends.” For those celebrating, remember those that were on the other side this time like you were for the last 8 years. Let’s discuss this.
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Our Topic(s) today: “Dr. King!”
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Dr. King!
Reflections and commentary to help guide us on our march forward. As I listened to his speeches, in preparation for our 9th Annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candlelight Vigil, I began to wonder if we pushing ourselves enough. Are we and are you?
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Our Topic(s) today: “Should We Help President Trump?”
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Should We Help President Trump?
There is talk this week from democrats and just some in the American that are saying they will not help President Trump succeed. Some democrats are suggesting they will do to him what the Republicans. Is this a case of cutting off our nose to spite our face? After all, when we help our president succeed aren’t we helping our country and ourselves succeed? We will discuss this today.
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Our Topic(s) today: “Happy New Year! Year End Review.”
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Happy New Year! Year End Review
General discussion on the events of the past year, what did we learn, get re-affirmed and maybe, where do we go from here
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
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Our Topic(s) today: “Was the Election Already Hacked by our News Media?”
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Was the Election already Hacked by our News Media?
The American Intelligence agencies agree that there were official nation state sanctioned attempts to interfere in the presidential election and that Russia is the most likely culprit. It has been suggested that it may not have been to sway the election in the favor of one candidate or the other but its main goal was to sew doubt in the election process and undermine its legitimacy. Have they succeeded but had the American press already beat them to the punch? We will discuss this today.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Is Fake News a Manifestation of Traditional News Media ”
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Is Fake News a Manifestation of Traditional News Media
There are many stories concerning fake news by the popular news media but are they failing to see the role they played in creating the fake news market and still playing today? We will also delve into the role thepeople play in providing a market for fake news
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Tune in this Thursday for a return of the Realest Blog Talk Radio show in the nation. We are witnessing the unmasking of the real United States of America. This week we will take an indepth look into the foolishness of th American Political Machines. Brilliant racist with foolish pride. Trump is now setting the tone to make China his version of Russia. Meanwhie, black men being gunned down around the country still continues. We may very well be the new Jews. Tune in this Thursday at 6pm Central. You can listen to the rest but they are always a day late and few billion dollars short on the facts.. Join Rant Nation and get in the know so that you can do!
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Our Topic(s) today: “United States Senate, Democrats and the Lack of Diversity”
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United States Senate, Democrats and the Lack of Diversity
In a recent article by Shaun King for the New York Daily News Paper, A Staffer for a United States Senate had this to say about the senate, Democrats and diversity: “They are all so phony,” the staffer told me. “Every time I hear any of the Democratic senators, including my own boss, talk about diversity; I cringe, because it’s all one big lie."
We are going to talk about what some call, “the most exclusive white club in America!”
For more info, click here:
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/king-democratic-staffer-exposes-soft-bigotry-senate-dems-article-1.2893049
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “What are you Thankful For?”
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What are You Thankful For
Many in our nation celebrated Thanksgiving Thursday. It is becoming a controversial holiday due to the history of how natives were eventually treated by the pilgrims and even this day. What does Thanksgiving mean to you and if you celebrate it, how and if not, why not?
To learn more about the Thanksgiving holiday, click here: http://www.history.com/topics/thanksgiving/history-of-thanksgiving
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
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Our Topic(s) today: “Enough with the Gloom and Doom...Remember We Survided Slavery!”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
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Our Topic(s) today: “Veterans Day, The Insurrection of Wilmington N.C., Nov 10, 1898, The 2016 Election and what it means”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Join us tonight to talk about the Trump Victory, The Clinton defeat, and why nobody saw it coming. We will also talk about whats next for Black America in this new sharp turn to the right in this country. Black children are crying and people are protesting around the country. Call in to 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. 7pm Central... If you are really pissed off, you tuning in here!
Welcome to another episode of Our Own Voices Live with your host(s) Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Today's topic is: "Why Voting for the President is important for local issues."
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Today show will feature the one, the only Brother Antonio Muhammad and he will be speaking about Minister Farrakhans Speech to America this Sunday. We also will talk to the brother about the presidential candidates. Wnat does he think that they will do for Black America and what does he feel that President Obama's 8 years in office has done for African Americans. Tune in today at 6pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600. Press Option 1 to talk.
Welcome to another Episode of Our Own Voices Live with your host(s0: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith.
Our Topic today: Early Voting has Started in Nevada and Across the Country
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Today's show will focus on the contant barage of bad news, misinformation, and false education of the African American population in America. From our children, to our relationships, back to our financial future and security we are being sold a bag of beans. While the people who are selling those beans are laughing all the way to the bank. Tune in at 6pm tonight and hear why you are being hustled and what you could and should do about it. Notice how they keep pumping these stories telling black women and black men that we aren't any good for each other. Our children are suffering from Trauma, but nobody wants to discuss the collective Trauma we suffer form slavery. Tonight we are going to jump in with both feet to expose the hustle. To call in dial 347-826-9600. Press option 1 to talk
Welcome to another episode of Our Own Voices Live with your host(s): Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Today's Topic(s): Fake Outrage.
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Today's topic: Another Meeting After the Fact is Another Loss
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Good afternoon and welcome to another episode of Our Own Voices Live with your host(s) Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Today(s) are: Federal Probe focused on Las Vegas CIty Councilman Ricki Barlow and a Local Youth Foodball Team takes a Knee
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Tonights show will focus on the recent shootings in Tulsa and North Carolina. The who's, the why's, and the what must be done! You can tune into other shows but they won't bring it like this.... Greatest hour of talk on Blogtalk Radio is happening at 6pm Central today! To call in dial 347-826-9600. Press option 1 to talk. You can also use that number to listen if your on the go.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your host(s) Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Today's topic(s): Unity, Purpose and Sacrifice
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Join us today 6pm Central as we discuss current pop topics. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option1 to talk. Fresh off a long layofff we have a lot to Rant about and discuss with you today? My question before the show is why everyone so upset about the players taking a knee but not mad about American Children being mis-educated?
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Today's topic(s): Anniversaries of 9-11, Our Own Voices Live and the Flag Protest
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Welcome to 'Our Own Voices Live' with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Today's topic is: Georgetown University Plans Steps to Atone for Slave Past
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History notes:
Los Angeles was founded Sept 4th 1781
Frederick Douglass escaped from Slavery Sept 4th 1839
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
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Todays topic is: Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump wants the Black Vote
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
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Today's topic(s): Jill Stein and Ajamu Baracka for President CNN Town Hall
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For those interested in alternative cnadidates outside of the Democratic and Republican candidates the town hall gave more Amerians to get a look at a third party candidate that offers up different solutions for our country's future
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Our topic(s) today: My Accident, the Importance of the Rio Olympics to the African Diaspora & Korryn Gaines
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
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Todays topic(s): Is the Two Party System Destroying America?
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The topic of today's show is: ?Taking It Better
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Tune in Tomorrow July 14th for a special Rant Radio. We will discuss the shooting deaths of 4 African American Men last week in the United States. We will discuss the protest, the Presidents Town Hall, and what can the common man and woman do to stop White Supremacy. As you see mainstream media and most of the politicians have no plans on solivng hte problem. Tune in at 5pm Central Standard time. To call in dial 347-826-9600. Press Option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Today's topic(s): Terrow is Terror Whether by Police or a Lone gunman
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your Hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Today's topic(s): "The Unique meaning of the 4th of July for One Vet
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http://thechicagocitizen.com/news/2016/may/25/protesters-gather-prayer-peace/
Peace protest in Chicago covered by journalist Craig May. Mr. May Joins the show today to talk about his touching cover story and Chicago's gun problem.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live
Our topic(s) today is, "Happy Mother's Day!'
Let's take time to celegrate those that gave life
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Today's topic(s): What should be done with the delegate system?
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We are excited to replay one of this year best conversation featuring Sen. Nina Turner.
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Our Topic(s) today: “Celebrating Women that Have Inspired Us.”
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March is Woman’s History Month
Take a moment to reflect and acknowledge the Women that have impacted and positively inspired our lives
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
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Our Topic(s) today: “Women's roles”
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March is Woman’s History Month
Women’s History is American History
The Theme
“Working to Form a More Perfect Union: Honoring Women in Public Service and Government”
Women
Each time a girl opens a book and reads a womanless history, she learns she is worth less. ~
Myra Pollack Sadker
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Tonights Rant Radio will focus on the current state of Plantation Politics and why we seem to pick the wrong candidate when Obama is not running? We will also be talking about Bernie Sanders Ghetto Comments in the MSNBC debate.Why are the mothers of Slain African Americans standing with M.O.M.I and not Bernie? To call in dial 347-826-9600. Press Option 1 to talk. To listen click ton this link. 7pm Central 5pm Pacific.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Women ”
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March is Woman’s History Month
Women’s History is American History
The Theme
“Working to Form a More Perfect Union: Honoring Women in Public Service and Government”
Women
Each time a girl opens a book and reads a womanless history, she learns she is worth less. ~
Myra Pollack Sadker
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600 (press #1 to notify us you want to speak)
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Join us this March 3rd where we bring it like no other.. We been gone but we have been keeping and eye out on current events and topics. Plenty to Rant about and even more things to solve.. We will be back on at 8pm Central Standard time to 9:30pm Central. To listen click the link or call into 347-826-9600. Press option 1 to talk. If it's Tuesday and its something to talk about, we getting our Rant on.. Online, on air, or in person.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Black Agenda Call to Action”
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February is Black History Month
Black Agenda Call to Action
Write down your top 10 list of things we need to change/fix/work on with number 1 being the most urgent. Please be as specific as possible. If you write education; what about it? Let's start right now. Even if your list is identical to someone else’s then copy and paste it. If you can think of ten write down what you can think of. Look at others list and feel free to borrow from theirs.We can do this. Let's start now!
WhatDoBlackPeopleWantTheBlackAgenda, #BlackLivesMatter, #TheBlackAgenda
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to a special Unity edition of Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
With our guests, Franklyn Verley of Like it is Radio, Thomas Berry of Rant Radio, Lee Vaughan of R.E.A.L Radio
Our Topic(s) today: “Nevada Caucus, The Black Vote and the Black Agenda Unity Show”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
with our guests, Franklyn Verley of Like it is Radio, Thomas Berry of Rant Radio, Lee Vaughan of R.E.A.L Radio
Our Topic(s) today: “Nevada Caucus, The Black Vote and the Black Agenda Unity Show”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Todays Topic(s) The Black Agenda & the Vegas Black Think Tank
With our special guest(s) Devin Moore
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Todays Topic(s) The Black Agenda
With our special guest(s)
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
with our guest(s), Ohio State Senator Nina Turner
Our Topic(s) today: “Political Empowerment and the Black Vote”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Rant Radio today will focus on the controversy surrounding Super Bowl Quarterback Cam Newton.. You know he happens to be young, winning, and black.. A crime in the minds of a lot of Americans. We will also talk more about Flint, Michigan and the Tainted Water scandal... Who ya doing the fool for is the question? Is it time for us to put an end to all of the Tom Foolery goign on among our people and get back to focusing on creating Harmony for our children and people across the globe?
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our topic today is: Building on the King Legacy and why the Black Agenda is Important to America
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Thursday January 21st Rant Radio, we will discuss Flint Michigan and the stripping of Democracy through out the state of Michigan. How both political parties are at fault. We will also talk about the impact of Frances Cress Welsing in the Conscious Community and the legacy she leaves behind. All these things plus whatever is on your mind when you call in... To listen click the link or call 347-826-9600. Press option 1 to talk
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Our topic today is, how do you recoganize the King Holiday?
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Today's Topics: Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Candel Light Vigil & Democratic Presidential Candidates in Las Vegas
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Tune in tonight for a late edition of Rant Radio. Brother Adrian Mack will be dropping in tonight so that we can discuss the Bill Cosby saga. We will explore the pro's and cons of African Americans defending Bill. We will also talk about hte infamous Pound Cake Speech. Tune in at 8pm Central Standard time. To call in dial 347-826-9600... Option 1 to talk....
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Today's Topics: Turning stumbling blocks into stepping stones and Celebrating your life
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January is Celebration of Life Month
Jan: 1-7 is Celebration of Life Week
Jan 2 is National Motivation and Inspiration Day and National Personal Trainer Awareness Day
Turning stumbling blocks into stepping stones and Celebrating your life
Happy New Year everyone! I hope you sent out 2015 with a bang and welcomed in 2016 ready to go.
The title of the show was meant to be positive and uplifting. The year is just starting and there is so much to do. I thought that if we started it off with words of affirmation and focusing on the positive verses the negative then it would be a great way to start the New Year off right.
For today’s show I will share some of my stumbling blocks and plans to turn them into stepping stones. It may expand from me to local and national things. Most important I would like for you to call in and share some of your stumbling blocks and how you plan to turn them into stepping stones
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Today's discussion is Biggest stories & shows of 2015 and projections for 2016...Happy New Year!
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Tune in tonight to another great show of Rant Radio. I have my brothers from Brothers Build coming on and we will talk about whats happening in our world. Lot of things happening in the Twin Cities from the Black Lives Matter protest at the Mall of America and the Airport. Plus the Sandra Bland case. Call in 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
This is a Speical Rant Radio session this Monday. It's the because we can edition. In the spirit of No Limit Records and Master P.. We just dropping this issue because at the Speak Up Network, we drop when we want to drop. The way it should be. We will be touching on all of the topics you like and want to hear. Just because we CAN!! To call in dial 347-826-9600... 7pm Central!!! Rant Radio coming to you live, direct and correct!!
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Today's Topics: Merry Christmas & Happy Kwanzaa!
Today show will focus on why there is so little progress in the advancement of African's across the diaspora and more importantly for African Americans. Dr. King didn't sacriifice his life, for this. Malcolm didn't sacrifice his life for this. We better wake up and wake up now. You mad at Spike Lee for making Chi-raq but we haven't notice that the mayuor and his friends are running the city into the ground. This show will be one hour long from 7pm Central to 8pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
This Thursday at 7pm Central we will be broadcasting a new show.. The focus will be Black Love. Our panel will define it, discuss, and rant about it. We will update you on the latest news in the Jemar Clark shooting here in the Twin Cities. How much is a black life worth?? 5 million? 15 Million? We will be discussing that too. To call in dial 347-826-9600. To listen to the show, click this link.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your Hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Todays topic is: "What would Happen if Black People Became Radicalized and Why We Shouldn't."
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
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Our Topic(s) today: “Wilmington insurrection of 1898 & Black Friday Blackout”
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Nov is Native American Heritage Month
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your host: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our topic today is Thanksgiving, is it Becoming the Forgotten Holiday and what are you Thankful For?
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Rant Radio is a though provoking radio show that tackles the topics that are popular among African Americans in the United States. Topics range from Econmics to Education. This week show we will focus on the University of Missouri Student protest that lead to the schools President stepping down. We will also discuss the shooting of an unarmed man in Minnneapolis over the weekend.. Tune in 7pm central. to call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. Guest of the Show Hollies Winstion, Mel Reeves and Adrian Mack.
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with our guest, Mary Anderson
Our Topic(s) today: Relationship Myth Busting and Is the Economics of Sex Killing Relationships?”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Veterans Day”
November is Military Family Appreciation Month
Each year the President signs a proclamation declaring November Military Family Month. This annual proclamation marks the beginning of a month-long celebration of the Military Family in which the Department of Defense and the nation will honor the commitment and sacrifices made by the families of the nation's service members
"Our nation owes each day of security and freedom that we enjoy to the members of our Armed Forces and their families. Behind our brave service men and women, there are family members and loved ones who share in their sacrifice and provide unending support."- President Obama
For more information, click here: http://www.military.com/military-family-appreciation-month
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “School Resource Officer Slams Black Teen and the Importance of Nevada Day.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Relationship.”
Today’s special guess is Ms. Mary Anderson, Dating Coach and Owner of Back 2 Eden, a Business focusing on Relationships and dating in the 21st Century
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Today’s guest(s): Brother Lee Vaughan from R.E.A.L. Radio
Our Topic(s) today: “1st 2016 Democratic Presidential Debate Recap, Million Man March Reflections & Projections”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Today’s guest(s):
Our Topic(s) today: “What do you want to hear during the First 2016 Democratic Presidential Campaign Debate and Relationships?”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Latest School Shooting, Bullying and Million Man March 20th Anniversary.”
Today’s special guess is Vinicius Machado is the national spokesperson for StopBullyingNowFoundation.org.
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October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, & Rodney Smith.
Our Topic(s) today: “The Most Anticipated Television Shows this Season are Black but are they good for Black People?”
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “2nd 2015 Republican Debate/Reality Show”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Our Own Voices Live Celebrates 5 Years on the Air & Bringing Dr. Umar Johnson to Las Vegas.”
Today’s special guess’ are: The Four Elements
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Nikki Corda and May May Luong of the Nevada Womens's Film Collective will join us today to talk about the 20015 opening of the Film Freeway and the 2015 women international film festival. Also we will be joined by writer, producer and director Jordan McCormick to tell us all about her exciting new sitcom Family Life. Also music Jounralist Carol O will join us to talk about the Dollars and Cents Music Conference.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Katrina, March on Washington, Watts and Baltimore Riots; What Have We Learned and Who Speaks for us?”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to another episode of Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith.
Our topics today are: Black Agenda, Hilliary Clinton and a Black Owned Marijuana Dispensary in Vegas.
Our special guesstoday is A'Esha Goins.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts, Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
The topic of today's show is: Bush Visit and is there a Leadership Void in the African American Community
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Welcome to Our Own Voices LIve with your host, Rodney Smith
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Back 2 Eden a Business focusing on Relationships and dating in the 21st Century.”
Today’s special guess is Ms. Mary Anderson
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our topic(s) today: "Radicalizing Americans and Nevada Partners Community Gardens Restoration Project."
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “The Confederate Flag COmes Down and Donald Trump Surges.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “4th of July to the Negro, Barbecue, Clyde Kennard & Clemency To Free Nonviolent Drug Offenders.”
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July is National Black Family Month
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Small Victories and the Confederate Flag.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “South Carolina Church Massacre, Fathers Day is for Men and Dominican Detention Camps.”
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June is National Caribbean-American HeritageMonth
Caribbean Americans are part of a great national tradition, descendants of hopeful, striving people who journeyed to our lands in search of a better life. They were drawn by a belief in the power of opportunity, a belief that through hard work and sacrifice, they could provide their children with chances they had never known. Thanks to these opportunities and their talent and perseverance, Caribbean Americans have contributed to every aspect of our society -- from science and medicine to business and the arts. During National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, we honor their history, culture, and essential role in the American narrative.
For more information, click here: http://www.caribbeanamericanmonth.org/
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Juneteenth, McKinney Pool Party and White Woman President of Local NAACP Chapter Posing as Black.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Crown Me Queen and Celebrating Betty Boop for Black Music Month.”
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Do you know that Betty Boop was a Black Woman?
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “The Rise and Massacre of Black Wall Street & the Las Vegas Black Business Expo.”
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May is National Military Appreciation Month
National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM), as designated by Congress, provides a period encompassing both the history and recognition of our armed services with an in-depth look at the diversity of its individuals and achievements. It allows Americans to educate each generation on the historical impact of our military through the participation of the community with those who serve encouraging patriotism and love for America.
For more information, click here: http://www.nmam.org/about.htm
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Memorial Day 2015 Story of One Man's Survival During a Mortar Attack at Tan Son Nhut Air Base in Saigon, Viet Nam.”
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Memorial Day 2015 and what it Means & HBCUs.”
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May is National Military Appreciation Month
National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM), as designated by Congress, provides a period encompassing both the history and recognition of our armed services with an in-depth look at the diversity of its individuals and achievements. It allows Americans to educate each generation on the historical impact of our military through the participation of the community with those who serve encouraging patriotism and love for America.
For more information, click here: http://www.nmam.org/about.htm
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith with our special guest Ms. China Hudson
Our Topic(s) today: “B.B. the King Memories and Ms. China Goes to Africa pt II.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith with our special guest Ms. China Hudson
Our Topic(s) today: “Ms. China Goes to Mother Africa and Happy Mother's Day!”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith with our special guest Ms. Michelle
Our Topic(s) today: “Freddie Gray, Baltimore Unrest, Mom and Her Son & 2nd Annual Las Vegas Black Film Festival Recap.”
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May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
April 28th show will focus on the uprising in Batimore, MD. Decades of police brutality and the frequent death of African Americans around the country lately, is rioting the right thing to do or is there better solutions out there? Tune tonight 6pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk...
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith with our special guest Ms. Michelle
Our Topic(s) today: “Is America at War with Black People and Clark County Politics and politics Near You.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith with our special guest Ms. Michelle
Our Topic(s) today: “2nd Annual Las Vegas Black Film Festival.”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Wedensday, April 15th show will be a special Rant Radio Show..... Tune in or get left behind. To call in dial 347-826-9600 Press option 1 to talk. To listen to the show you can click this link and you will be able to tune in on your P.C or laptop. The show will air 6pm Eastern, 7pm Central, and 5pm Pacific.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Assassination Remembrance and Las Vegas King Statue Repairs.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “History is HerStory with Jess Flo, the Impact of Sen. Reid and the Stella Awards.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Rant Radio tomorrow will be a doozy! Discussing the comments made by Asap Ferg about racism being dead thanks to interracial dating. We will also discuss Commons comments on the Daily Show.Jonathan Capeharts article about how the Black Lives Mtter was built on a lie... Is he trying to get his Don Lemon on? Brothers Build update and much more. 6pm central. 4 pm Pacific. 7 pm eastern. To call in dial 347-826-9600.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Women in Business Featering Loretta Washington of Sugar-Bee's Cookies, Nevada Women's Film Festival Recap and Literacy Book Drive.”
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Tuesday March 17th show we will focus on the SAE Scandal and fall out. We will also ask if the shooter in Ferguson is just a Patsy and part of a cover up? Will announce the Brothers Build challenge and details. Tune in at 6pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. To listen to the show click the link
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “University of Oklahoma's Rant, Ferguson Police Shooting & Nevada Women's Film Festival and Literacy Book Drive.”
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “50th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday, Women Heritage Month, Woman's Film Festival and Recap First Annual Black Weekend.”
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Remembering Sam Smith of the Native Son Book Store and Black Love.”
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February isAfrican American History Month
As a Harvard-trained historian, Carter G. Woodson, like W. E. B. Du Bois before him, believed that truth could not be denied and that reason would prevail over prejudice. His hopes to raise awareness of African American's contributions to civilization was realized when he and the organization he founded, the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH), conceived and announced Negro History Week in 1925.
For more information, click here: www.africanamericanhistorymonth.gov/about.html
Sam Smith is a giant in the local Las Vegas community and made his transition from this life to whats beyond sometime Monday morning.
Today we want to share our thoughts of this great man and hope that you will call in and share yours with us too.
As we wish you all a Happy Valentines's day we ask the question, "What is going on with Black love?"
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Ms. China Goes to Africa, African American Student Summit Recap, Literacy Book Drive, Black History Month and the Black Agenda.”
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February isAfrican American History Month
As a Harvard-trained historian, Carter G. Woodson, like W. E. B. Du Bois before him, believed that truth could not be denied and that reason would prevail over prejudice. His hopes to raise awareness of African American's contributions to civilization was realized when he and the organization he founded, the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH), conceived and announced Negro History Week in 1925.
For more information, click here: www.africanamericanhistorymonth.gov/about.html
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Join us Feb. 3rd at 6pm central as we discuss Bill Dukes Light Girls. I will have the founders of the Akoma Day Montsho & Nwasha Edu along with Adrian Mack. They will join us and break it down. Also we will talk about the Politics of the Football. The sad ads and the decision to past versus giving Marshawn Lynch the ball in the closing seconds. To call in dial 347-826-9600. Press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “African American Student Summit, Literacy Book Drive & Las Vegas Black TV.”
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January isNational Poverty in America Awareness Month
More than 46 million Americans live in Poverty USA.
For more information, click here: http://www.povertyusa.org/
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Tonight we will be joined by Adrian Mack who will be breaking down a recent interview by David Banner on Sway in the Morning. Adrian has written some brilliant blogs these past few weeks. We also want you to call in and telll us Rant Family what is on your mind!! At 6pm sharp Central!!! Tune in and get ya Rant on!!
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Las Vegas Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Statue damage, Book Drive, Power of the people at work the SOTU Free College.”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
January isNational Poverty in America Awareness Month. More than 46 million Americans live in Poverty USA.
For more information, click here: http://www.povertyusa.org/
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “The Importance of Vigils, Holidays, Protests as Las Vegas Celebrates the Birth of a King”
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “NAACP Under Attack, Selma and Today’s Marches, Empire & Las Vegas Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candle Light Vigil.”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
January isNational Poverty in America Awareness Month More than 46 million Americans live in Poverty USA. For more information, click here: http://www.povertyusa.org/
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Merry Christmas/Happy Kwanzaa & Happy New Year with a Look Back and a Look Forward!”
In celebration of Kwanzaa: Kujichagulia (Self-Determination): To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves, and speak for ourselves.
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December is Universal Human RightsMonth
Now, Therefore THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY proclaims THIS UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS as a common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations, to the end that every individual and every organ of society, keeping this Declaration constantly in mind, shall strive by teaching and education to promote respect for these rights and freedoms and by progressive measures, national and international, to secure their universal and effective recognition and observance, both among the peoples of Member States themselves and among the peoples of territories under their jurisdiction
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
This will be our last show of the year. We will talk about all of the serious topics that of 2014 and what to look foward to in 2015. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to speak. We will talk about the murders of Mike Brown, Eric Garner and the Lynching of the brother in North Carolina. If you ready for change and sick of the milktoast, this is the show for you!!!! 6pm Central Standard Time Monday.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith Our Topic(s) today: “What the Sony Hacks, Hollywood and Police Shooting Black Men Have in Common?”
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December is Universal Human RightsMonth
For more information, click here: http://library.albany.edu/reference/services/hottopics/humanrightsmonth.htm
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Is this the beginning of a modern day civil rights movement & CIA Torture report Dec 12, 2014.”
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Today's show will focus on the aftermath of the jury failing to indict on the death of Eric Gardner. We will also talk about the debacle called the Cleveland Police Department. Tamir Rice shot dead at the age of 12 for playing with a B.B Gun in a park. Police even handcuffed his older sister when she tried to rush to her dead brothers side. Is the Justice Department doing enough? Are we as Black People doing enough? Click the link to join us at 6:30 pm Central and give us your opinion. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk to the host.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Special guests are Dr. Douglass Garner and Dr. Pattie Thomas
Our Topic(s) today: “What Science Tells Us about Police Shooting Black Men.”
December is Universal Human RightsMonth
For more information, click here: http://library.albany.edu/reference/services/hottopics/humanrightsmonth.htm
Police Shooting of Eric Garner and 12 Year old Tamir Rice End Grand Jury deliberations with no indictments
Mike Brown, Tamir Rice, a long list before them and a long list will be after them. Let's discuss what we can do to minimize and eliminate this senseless loss of lives. We will also discuss what science has to say about the possible biases, prejudices and white supremacy that can lead to this epidemic killing of Black men.
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
December 1st we will discuss the comments made this morning on Morning Joe and a few other shows about Mike Brown, the Police and the Grand Jury. We will also report the numbers of Black Friday following the Nation Wide Boycott. Tune in at 5pm Central... To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1.
We will also be discussing the comments by Rudy Giuliani on NBC yesterday also. Call in and rant with us or just tune in and listen. 1 thing for sure and 2 things for certain we will deliver it like no other show and we will deliver no fluff. Tune in today at 6pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Happy Thanksgiving and the President's Visit”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
What is Going Digital for His Kingdom? It is a tour of workshops and presentations to enhance the ministries strategic use of new media, digital media and social media. Who should attend? Pastors, Assoc. Pastors, Church Staff, Ministries, Outreach Organizations, Christian Business Leaders Why should they attend? To gain understanding of how to effectively utilize new media tools to grow their ministries. How did he get involved? When and Where? Nov. 12, 2014 at the Oquendo Center right here in Las Vegas from 9:00 AM till 5:00 PM Entire event is $199! Who is speaking? Fr. Albert Cutie, Dr. Greg Nelson, Donnie Haulk and Christi and Mylon…. Where does it go from Las Vegas? Next stop….Dallas/Fort Worth in Dec. Changing the way we grow God’s Kingdom
Tune into Rant Radio Tomorrow Tuesday at 5pm Central time... If the snow premits it, we will broadcast live and direct... To Call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Rodney Smith & Guest host Thomas Berry with guest(s): Tony Hickman, Kevin Hooks, Franklyn Verley
Our Topic(s) today: “2014 Post Election Roundup, Statistical Data by Tony Hickman & Establishing a Political Agenda Now for 2016”
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Battle Born; The Birth of Nevada & the Importance of Establishing a Political Agenda.”
(At the 58 minute mark you will hear a discussion with me and Franklyn G (Verley) of ‘Like It Is Radio. Franklyn states, “Black people are done!”) Please chime in on the ‘Our Own Voices Live’ Facebook page by clicking here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1516410961971727/
November is American Indian Heritage Month
The strength of our Nation comes from its people. As the early inhabitants of this great land, the native peoples of North America played a unique role in the shaping of our Nation's history and culture. During this month when we celebrate Thanksgiving, we especially celebrate their heritage and the contributions of American Indian and Alaska Native peoples to this Nation.
For more information, click here: www.defense.gov/specials/nativeamerican01/proclamation.html
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
What is Going Digital for His Kingdom? It is a tour of workshops and presentations to enhance the ministries strategic use of new media, digital media and social media. Who should attend? Pastors, Assoc. Pastors, Church Staff, Ministries, Outreach Organizations, Christian Business Leaders Why should they attend? To gain understanding of how to effectively utilize new media tools to grow their ministries. How did he get involved? When and Where? Nov. 12, 2014 at the Oquendo Center right here in Las Vegas from 9:00 AM till 5:00 PM Entire event is $199! Who is speaking? Fr. Albert Cutie, Dr. Greg Nelson, Donnie Haulk and Christi and Mylon…. Where does it go from Las Vegas? Next stop….Dallas/Fort Worth in Dec. Changing the way we grow God’s Kingdom
We will anaylyze the words of former basketball great Charles Barkley and show you why Donald Sterling was correct about a lot of the rich,famous and afluent African Americans. Join us Monday October 27th at 6pm Central Standard Time for a new Rant Radio. To call in dial 347-826-2600 press option 1 to talk....
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Why I donated to Assemblywoman Dina Neal, Early Voting at Doolittle & the Margin's Tax.”
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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Domestic violence affects every American. It harms our communities, weakens the foundation of our Nation, and hurts those we love most. It is an affront to our basic decency and humanity, and it must end.
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Early Voting, the Clark County Black Caucus Endorsements & Will you establish an Account at a Black Owned Bank?”
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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Domestic violence affects every American. It harms our communities, weakens the foundation of our Nation, and hurts those we love most. It is an affront to our basic decency and humanity, and it must end. During National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we acknowledge the progress made in reducing these shameful crimes, embrace the basic human right to be free from violence and abuse, and recognize that more work remains until every individual is able to live free from fear.
For more information, click here: www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2014/09/30/presidential-proclamation-national-domestic-violence-awareness-month-201
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “lack Youth are shot more than their White peers & What Happened to Eric Duncan ”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Rodney Smith with our guest, Franklyn Verley
Our Topic(s) today: “Congressional Black Caucus with Franklyn Verley of ‘Like It Is Radio” on KCEP & is America Taking Advantage of its Poor”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
September 29th show will be focus on the war on black men in this country by the media, police, the system and yes even other black men. Tune in at 7pm Central, 5pm Pacific and 8pm Eastern. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith with our guests, Kevin Cullis & Brian Harris
Our Topic(s) today: “War Again, Business by the Bible and the Importance of Black Business”
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September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
September marks National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness month. With approximately 72,000 Americans living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), and an estimated two million, including 1 in 12 African Americans carrying the genetic trait for the disease, SCD represents the most commonly inherited blood disorder in this country. For more information, click here: http://www.cdc.gov/Features/sicklecellawareness/
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Todays show will discuss, spanking, relationships between parent and child. We also will talk about the advice that African American is getting from mainstream media and others about raising their children and maintaining their relationships. Is this healthy? Does the advice work or should folks just mind their own business? To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Fannie Lou Hamer Coalition & Is America Creating Home Grown Terrorist and America's Violence Problem”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Will We Remember 911 & Ray Rice and When Men and Women Disagree”
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September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
September marks National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness month. With approximately 72,000 Americans living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), and an estimated two million, including 1 in 12 African Americans carrying the genetic trait for the disease, SCD represents the most commonly inherited blood disorder in this country.
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Today we will discuss the Ray Rice/TMZ Saga. Was the NFL right in suspending Ray Rice and can Black Men in America be forgiving like their white counter-part? Call in 347-826-9600. Press Option 1 to talk. Click the Link to listen live every Monday at 8pm Central,7pm Central, 9pm Pacific.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
with our guest(s), Zakeeyaw Toney
Our Topic(s) today: “Celebrating the 4th Anniversary of Our Own Voices Live & The Healthy Choice Enterprise (HCE) Fall Care Fair 2014”
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September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month
September marks National Sickle Cell Disease Awareness month. With approximately 72,000 Americans living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), and an estimated two million, including 1 in 12 African Americans carrying the genetic trait for the disease, SCD represents the most commonly inherited blood disorder in this country.
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600 and join us on Facebook to continue the discussion here: https://www.facebook.com/OurOwnVoicesLive
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Our Own Voices Magazine Turns 5 & Black Business”
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Our Own Voices Magazine Turns 5 Years Old
Our Own Voices magazine is where Our Own Voices Live started. Want to share with you what the magazine is about, what its purpose was, goals achieved and where we want to go from here
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Black Business
This month started out with Black business so let’s end it with Black business. Many ask why is this a topic and why should this be important to them and us as Black Business. Some have said the only color in business is green and green from whomever and wherever they can get it from. We have even had some to say that the only thing Black people need to improve the plight of the entire people is more business. Let’s talk about those things today and explore them a little deeper
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith with guest(s) Rhea Watson, MA
Our Topic(s) today: “College Scholarship Solutions, the Sociology of the Shooting of Mike Brown and Las Vegas Responds”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
The shooting of young brother Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri has invoked a lot of fear, anger and emotion in black people around the country. The media has tried to paint this young man in a horrible light to warm the jury pool up to an acquittal for this cop if it makes it to court. Media outlets have focused on Looting and other minor things to distract from the poor history of this city and it's relations to African Americans. We will be discussing the issue and what we believe are the solutions for future incidents like this. We can't lose another black life to senseless violence. Trayvon Martin, Jordan Davis, Michael Brown and the countless others who have been gunned down being unarmed in this country just for being young black and male in America. Tune in August 18th, at 7pm Central Standard Time. To call in and voice your opinion dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Don't Shoot, I Am Unarmed. Mike Brown's Killing, Its Importance to America and What Now.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with Angela Thomas, Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “The Africa Summit in Washington D.C.”
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August is Black Business Month
Celebrating Black Business
Frederick E. Jordan and John William Templeton crusade to raise awareness with a month of recognition in August.
To read more, click here: www.blackenterprise.com/small-business/celebrating-black-business/
The Africa Summit in Washington D.C.
“I do not see the countries and peoples of Africa as a world apart; I see Africa as a fundamental part of our interconnected world – partners with America on behalf of the future we want for all of our children. That partnership must be grounded in mutual responsibility and mutual respect.”
President Obama
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Purple Heart Day.”
August is Black Business Month
Celebrating Black Business
Frederick E. Jordan and John William Templeton crusade to raise awareness with a month of recognition in August.
To read more, click here: www.blackenterprise.com/small-business/celebrating-black-business/
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Purple Heart Day
August 7th has been set aside as Purple Heart Day.
To understand more of why there is such a day first it may be a good idea to learn more about the Purple Heart and the order established to recognized those who receive the Purple Heart
To read more, click here: www.purpleheart.org/HistoryMedal1.aspx
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Blacks In Government 36th National Training Institute & 105th NAACP Convention Wrap Up.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “NAACP 105th National Convention & My Brother's Keeper Las Vegas”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with special contributor, Roger Harris
Our Topic(s) today: “Open forum plus The Gathering ”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
The views, opinions and expressed written messages of our guests are not that of Victorious Media, the Speak Up Network and/or Our Own Voices Live.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith with our guest(s): Sheena Rolle
Our Topic(s) today: “Voter Protection in Florida, July Is Parks & Recreation Month and Independence Day.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Rodney Smith with our guest(s): Autumn Smith & Deon "Mama D." Lopez
Our Topic(s) today: “Caribbean American Heritage Month: Their Influence from Jean Baptiste Pont du Sable the Founder of Chicago to current business success of Howard Street Using the "Black Wall Street" approach.”
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Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, & Rodney Smith with our guest(s): Larry "LAK" Henderson & Kenny Pugh
Our Topic(s) today: “Using Hip Hop Music To Educate & National Celibacy Awareness Month ”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with our guest(s): Dr. Theodore Ransaw
Our Topic(s) today: “Father's Day, The Art of Being Cool: The Pursuit of Black Masculinity and Flag Day”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Rodney Smith & special guest host Thomas from, "The Build" with our guest(s):
Intelligenz Musiq, MsMichelle' & Michele "Shell" Mercer
Our Topic(s) today: “Black Music Month with Intelligenz Musiq, MsMichelle' Actor's showdown & Michele "Shell" Mercer for Family Court Judge ”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, & Rodney Smith with our guest(s): Judith Meeks & Marlon Aldridge, Sr.
Our Topic(s) today: Maya Angelou, Bob Baily, The VA, Black Wall Street, The Black Man Think Tank & Eric Scott News Coverage
12:30 PM: Introduction with Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
30 Minute Special
Remembrance of Dr. Maya Angelou and Bob Bailey
1:00 PM Judith Meeks, Southwest Regional Director: Black Wall Street USA
(20 to 25 Minute Segment: Black Wall Street: Tulsa, Oklahoma)
1:30 PM Marlon Aldridge, Sr. President/CEO: Black Man's Think Tank
(15 to 20 Minute Segment)
1:45 PM Closing
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith with our guest(s):
Our Topic(s) today: “Robert "Bobby G." Gronauer for LVMPD Sheriff & Jo Etta Brown, Executive Vice President - Alliance for Retired Americans”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and special guest co-hostess Leisa Mosley of Eat My Desert First with our guests: Phung Jefferson, Shayan Modarres and Sanje Sadera
Phung Jefferson Esq. has been a lifelong resident of Clark County, Nevada, where she operates her private law practice. Ms. Jefferson intends to serve the people of Clark County with pride as a District Court Judge in Department #2. To learn more about her go to her website, http://www.phungjefferson.com/index.html
Shayan Modarres currently reside in downtown Orlando, FL where he is an active member of the community, both politically and professionally. He most recently worked as an attorney on the legal team that represented the family of Trayvon Martin in 2012 and 2013, and has been a staunch advocate for Floridians who were victims of civil rights violations. http://www.shayanforcongress.com
Sanje Sadera believes that now is the time we can come together and produce the kind of solutions that will make Nevada one of the most attractive states for business today and that will improve our educational system for tomorrow. As a small business owner and real estate professional he has personally experienced how hard our state has been hit economically. Learn more about Mr. Sadera at http://www.electsanjesedera.com
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris & Rodney Smith with our guest(s): Carole Flowers-Clements, Lori Flowers & Michelle Gilliam Morrissey
Our Topic(s) today: “Our Topic(s) today: “Mother's Day and reflections of My Mom; Esther Smith, How A Mother & Daughter Can Work Together, How A Mom Can Maximize Her Image For Personal & Professional Growth.”
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Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, special Contributor Roger Harris and Rodney Smith.
Our guests: Tom Bradley, Jr., Sonia Thompson, Harold Thomas & John Rhodes
Our Topic(s) today: “2nd Annual Ohana Festival, 12 Most Indispensable Habits for Keeping Your Customers Blissfully Happy, "A Bit Political" as the first "non-partisan" political portal and the Family Empowerment Expo.”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Back by popular demand for a special show on Tuesday April 29th will be Rant Radio. We will discuss the LA Clippers Donald Sterling Remarks and the response by the LA Clippers players. Why is it that we always seem to take the convient high road and why it's time to kill that tactic!!! Tuesday 5pm Central Standard Time. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, special contributor Roger Harris & Rodney Smith.
Our guests: Ted Moody, Candidate for LVMPD Sheriff & Sonia Thompson, Chief Change Agent for TRY Business
Our Topic(s) today: “Las Vegas Metro Sheriff Race & Sonia Thompson Business Update.”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris & Rodney Smith with our guest(s):
Our Topic(s) today: “”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris & Rodney Smith with our guest(s):
Our Topic(s) today: “Family Literacy, Environment, Sharpton Working for the Feds & the LBJ Legacy ”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris & Rodney Smith with our guest(s): Dr. Pattie Thomas and, Ishmael Thomas.
Our Topic(s) today: “Reading and Financial Literacy & the King Assassination.”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris & Rodney Smith with our guest(s): Ms. Althea Lawton-Thompson & Dr. Constance Brooks
Our Topic(s) today: “Fitness and Education ”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Rodney Smith, special Contributor Roger Harris and our guest, Nichole Childs Wardlaw & Racha Tahani Lawler
Our Topic(s) today: The Midwives: Women in Health Leadership
Nichole Childs Wardlaw and Racha Tahani Lawler are two licensed and practicing midwives who will share their stories of why and how they became midwives as well as some o their struggles and triumphs.
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris & Rodney Smith with Dr. Joanne L. Goodwin Director of the Women’s Research Institute of Nevada & Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Interns: Ashia A. Cain and Tristin Brown
Our Topic(s) today: “Women in Leadership.”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
March is Woman’s History Month
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Rodney Smith and special Contributor, Roger Harris with Debbie Harris as our guest
Our Topic(s) today: International Woman's Day, Cyber Bullying, Sex Trafficking and the New Social Media Site, “Flocks.
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas & Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “My Brother’s Keeper, What is Black the Black Agenda and Women’s History Month”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600 Near a computer you can listen in or chat with us here: www.blogtalkradio.com/ourownvoices/2014/03/01/my-brothers-keeper-what-is-black-the-black-agenda-and-womens-history-month
March is Woman’s History Month
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Today's Rant Radio Show will be about protecting the black family and building the black community. This will be our last show so you know we got some guest who will set blog talk radio on fire. It will be a 2hour show. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. 5pm Central.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Rodney Smith, special Contributor Roger Harris and Like It IS Radio Host, FranklynFranklyn G from KCEP Power 88.1
Our Topic(s) today: “Malcolm X 47 years Later, No More Las Vegas Sentinel Voice Newspaper part 2 & Black Media the Voice of the People”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Near a computer you can listen in or chat with us here: www.blogtalkradio.com/ourownvoices/2014/02/22/malcolm-x-47-years-later-and-black-media-the-voice-of-the-people
February is Black History Month
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Las Vegas Fire & Ice Poetry Radio.
Hosted by Jess Flo and Adrian Pzo Parker (AP) with our special guest host poet, Ju Hall
You have heard them at Travon Martin Rally's, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candle Light Vigils and the 50th Anniversary March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom event. You also heard them live on the air last week doing their thing.
These 2 dynamic performers have teamed up to share their verses with you and to also to bring new and existing talent to the forefront by using Blogtalkradio as a platform to reach the entire nation.
This week our Guess Host is Ju Hall
Poetry fans it goes down again this Wednesday night, with the beautiful and talented Ju Hall.
We are asking all poets to call in and read a poem and tells us about who/or what inspired you to write.
If you want to hear some cutting edge licks or if you want to spit some yourself, listen in to Fire & Ice
February 18th show we will discuss the verdict handed to Michael Nunn in Florida. What should be done next? We will discuss how parents can protect their children. Are black men in America Endangered Species? Is it time for a Florida Boycott by African Americans? Plus we will discuss much more. Tune in at 5pm Central Standard Time. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. Join us in our Chat room also. It's our last 2 weeks so we are going out hot like we came in.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Rodney Smith and special Contributor, Roger Harris
Our Topic(s) today:
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
February 11th show we will discuss Marcus Smart the 19 year old college student shoving the fan in the stands. Why did he do it and what we think about the punishment. We will discuss Michael Sams a black college student and draft prospect coming out saying that he's gay. We wil discuss the impact of this and what also may be the reason why he came out. We will also be talking to some of the Men and women who will participate in the dating auction to raise money for S.W.I.M on February 28th. Plus much more. Tune in today at 5pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our Topic(s) today: “Dr. King's Family Dispute and How Has Facebook Impacted the Black Community?”
February is Black History Month
The Dr. King’s Family Dispute
The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. has three remaining children: Martin Luther King III, Dexter Scott King and Dr. Bernice King. On the anniversary observance of their Father’s 85th Birthday the two Brothers notified their Sister that they wanted to sell their Father’s 2 prized possessions which were his traveling Bible which President Obama used for his second presidential oat ceremony and to sell Dr. King’s Nobel Peace Prize Medal.
Dr. Bernice King has hidden the two items and refuse to turn them over to the King Foundation which owns the articled due to her Brothers expressed plan to sell them to a private buyer.
Should these items be considered sacred and not sold or is this just business?
To read more click here:
http://thegrio.com/2014/02/05/bernice-king-to-hold-press-conference-amid-mlk-family-battles/
How Has Facebook Impacted the Black Community?
Welcome to Las Vegas Fire & Ice Poetry Radio.
Hosted by Jess Flo and Adrian Pzo Parker (AP) with our special guest host poet, ETCHANE JACKSON FROM THE MIGHTY GRIO NATION
You have heard them at Travon Martin Rally's, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candle Light Vigils and the 50th Anniversary March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom event. You also heard them live on the air last week doing their thing.
These 2 dynamic performers have teamed up to share their verses with you and to also to bring new and existing talent to the forefront by using Blogtalkradio as a platform to reach the entire nation.
This week our Guess Host is ETCHANE JACKSON FROM THE MIGHTY GRIO NATION
Poetry fans it goes down again this Wednesday night, with the beautiful and talented ETCHANE JACKSON.
We are asking all poets to call in and read a poem and tells us about who/or what inspired you to write.
If you want to hear some cutting edge licks or if you want to spit some yourself, listen in to Fire & Ice
Tuesday February 4th show will focus on North Talk and North Vent two very bigoted groups on Facebook who create havoc as a collective in North Minneapolis. John Hoff aka Johnny Northside along with a host of other bigots are able to express themselves, while many liberal whites sit by and keep their mouth clothes. They have elected officials, cops, activist and homeowners all apart of the group displaying pictures of people homes, addresses and a list of other explosive thing that you or your family may not know about. Join me at 5pm Central as we discuss these groups and tell you how you can fight back and what elected officials you might want to think twice about voting for. If they sit silent and watch in these groups, you know they will sit silent in the capital or city hall where no one can -see them. To listen to theshow click this link and to call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris and Rodney Smith.
Our topic today is, “Black History Month, State of the Union & the State of Black America”
Welcome to Las Vegas Fire & Ice Poetry Radio.
Hosted by Jess Flo and Adrian Pzo Parker (AP) with our special guest host poet, Ms. China.
Call into the show to listen, chat or spit on the Mic by dialing: (347) 826-9600. Press option 1 to talk.
You have heard them at Travon Martin Rally's, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candle Light Vigils and the 50th Anniversary March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom event. You also heard them live on the air last week doing their thing.
These 2 dynamic performers have teamed up to share their verses with you and to also to bring new and existing talent to the forefront by using Blogtalkradio as a platform to reach the entire nation.
Guess Host Ms China
Ok poetry fans it goes down again this Wednesday night, with the beautiful and talented Ms China. We are asking all poets to call in and read a poem and tells us about who/or what inspired you to write.
If you want to hear some cutting edge licks or if you want to spit some yourself, listen in to Fire & Ice
Call into the show to listen, chat or spit on the Mic by dialing: (347) 826-9600. Press option 1 to talk.
Please join our Facebook page by clicking here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fire-Ice/599803730069494
If you want to be on the show, IM Fire & Ice.
Remember, if you want to be heard, you have to Speak Up!
Tuesday January 28th we will discuss part 2 of our Reparations segment. We will focus on Arab countries who had a hand in the slave trade and should they have to pay? We will also discuss whether or not reparations will break the country. Why is so many elected officials so scared to talk about the R word and are you scared to talk about it? Tune in Tuesday at 5pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our topics today are, President Barack Obama's remarks regarding the legalization on Marijuana.
"As has been well documented, I smoked pot as a kid, and I view it as a bad habit and a vice, not very different from the cigarettes that I smoked as a young person up through a big chunk of my adult life. I don't think it is more dangerous than alcohol," Obama said.
Do the positives of legalizing marijuana out weigh the negatives?
Are our communities prepared for the byproducts of legalization?
Have we blown the lid off of pandora's box?
The 2014 Winter Olympics being held in Sochi, Russia. Will the threat of terrorism extinguish the spirit of sportsmanship and humanity that is the Olympic Games
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us.
Welcome to Las Vegas Fire & Ice Poetry Radio.
Hosted by Jess Flo and Adrian Pzo Parker (AP) with our special guest host poet, .
You have heard them at Travon Martin Rally's, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candle Light Vigils and the 50th Anniversary March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom event. You also heard them live on the air last week doing their thing.
These 2 dynamic performers have teamed up to share their verses with you and to also to bring new and existing talent to the forefront by using Blogtalkradio as a platform to reach the entire nation.
Brotha Amir - Life Poet
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Started writing poetry at the age of 10 and hasn't up his pen down since.
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His poetry offers a different view of life as he discusses things that are not commonly discussed.
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His first poem was a remake of Luther Vandross' Never Too Much, written as a love poem / tribute to a young lady who caught his eye in 5th grade.
*His greatest joy is recently publishing his first book Time and Circumstance: Memoirs of a Frustrated B-Boy and being near completion on his full length cd of spoken word, titled, Herban Soul Radio.
- His goal is to inspire others as he's been inspired. He hopes that someone reading his book or listening it him recite his poetry would see that fulfilling your dreams is possible.
If you want to hear some cutting edge licks or if you want to spit some yourself, listen in to Fire & Ice.
Please join our Facebook page by clicking here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fire-Ice/599803730069494
If you want to be on the show IM Fire & Ice.
This is a part of the Speak Up network!
Remember, if you want to be heard, you have to Speak Up!
Tuesday January 21st show will focus on Dr. Martin Luther Kings legacy and talk about the direction he was headed before his untimely death. Our we following his dream or are we following his nightmare? We will also discuss how Dr. King would be received in America if he was alive today. Oliver Stone recently pulled out of the King Biopic because the King family wouldn't allow him to portray certrain aspects of Dr. Kings life. Click the LInk at 5pm Central, 6pm Eastern and 3pm Pacific. Tune in today to call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. Also tune in to see how you can win free tickets to the Masquerade Party on February 28th.
Welcome to Las Vegas Fire & Ice poetry radio.
Hosted by Jess Flo and Adrian Pzo Parker (AP) with our special guest host poet, Ms. Aimee Divine
You have heard them at Travon Martin Rally's, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candle Light Vigils and the 50th Anniversary March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom event. You also heard them live on the air last week doing their thing.
These 2 dynamic performers have teamed up to share their verses with you and to also to bring new and existing talent to the forefront by using Blogtalkradio as a platform to reach the entire nation.
If you want to hear some cutting edge licks or if you want to spit some yourself, listen in to Fire & Ice
Please join our Facebook page by clicking here: https://www.facebook.com/events/212941228889360/
If you want to be on the show IM Fire & Ice.
Remember, if you want to be heard, you have to Speak Up!
Tuesday January 14th show will focus on the coverage on CNN of the baby cursing and being labeld a thug. Is this acceptable? Why does it seem that Don Lemon and other black commentators on T.V and radio continue to spread the hype about black people? We will also discuss how many of the statistics that are reportedly correct about the black man/black woman/black child is incorrect.From health, to wealth, to dating and to Education we are going to examine why is it so much propaganda lately and what you can do to not believe the hype! We will talk to Renisha Gray-Waller about the job opportunities for the youth in Minneapolis this upcoming summer. Join us on Rant Radio this Tuesday, Also find out how you can win free tickets to S.W.I.M's first Masquerade Ball fundraiser. Tune in Tuesday 5pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to comment. If it's Tuesdsay and it's 5, it's Rant Time.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with special guest host, KC Christon.
Our Topic(s) today: “Nevada 51st in Education, Literacy with KC & are Black People Liquid Money?!”
Nevada 51st in Education
The report card is in and Nevada is 51st in education! Some of you may be asking how did this happen and others hopefully are asking, “how can it be fixed?” To read more on the story, clickhere.
Businessman Calls Black People, "Liquid Money."
This was from an article written in 'Financial Juneteenth' By Dr. Boyce Watkins. The actual title was, "Businessman Calls Black People, "Liquid Money" because we give it all away.
Here is a portion of the article, "We call you liquid money. The same way that water falls out of a man’s hands, money typically seeps out of a black person’s hands the same way. Your community gets money and immediately gives it all away to people who aren’t black. We see that as a huge business opportunity.” To read more, click here
Welcome to the debut of a spoken word and poetry radio show base out of Las Vegas called Fire & Ice.
Hosted by Jess Flo and AP.
You have heard them at Travon Martin Rally's, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Candle Light Vigils and The 50th Anniversary March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom event.
These 2 dynamic performers have teamed us to share their verses with you and to also to bring new and existing talent to the forefront by using Blogtalkradio as a platform to reach the entire nation.
If you want to hear some cutting edge licks or want to spit some yourself, listen in to Fire & Ice
Remember, if you want to be heard, you have to Speak Up!
Tuesday January 7th show will be are first show of the year. We will review the year of 2013 and talk about the indicators that show the black man is making his way back to the forfront on so many things and how the black family and community will be big benefactor. Tune in 5pm Central Standard Time. To call in dial 347-826-9600. Press option 1 to talk. If It's Tuesday and its 5, It's Rant Radio Time.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our topic today is, “Happy New Year! 2014, A Look Ahead”
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
2014, A Look Ahead
Happy New Year!
2013 is gone and 2014 is now upon us.
It is a political year both locally and across the country so let’s look at the possible impact the elections year will have.
The economy is recovering! Is it a lopsided recovery for yet another year on Wall Street or will it be a recovery for Main Street as well?
Obamacare is here! Will it live up to expectations or will it be a bust for the country and the president’s legacy?
The Our Own Voices Network has a new show premiering this month. We will discuss the new show and other potential changes for Our Own Voices.
What are things we should look to happen and 2014 and why will it be important?
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our topic today is: “Top Local News Stories of 2013 & Kwanzaa”
Special guest is the Vegas Soulcialite Ms. Erica Washington and Political contributor, Mr. Tony Hickman
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our topic today is,Merry Christmas, Top Internationsl and national News, SOS and HBCU Donation
From the Our Own VOices team and the Speak Up Network we we wish you a Merry Christmas!
Did you know Santa had a helper and many stories depict him as Black?
Here are some of the top news stories from the year. We will pick some to discuss. Please call in and share what you think of our picks and what yours would be. *Nelson Mandela's Death: The lesson of a life well lived
- Trayvon Martin, * Stand your ground laws in 34, * ALEC Mass Exodus, * Kendrick Johnson- Organ Harvesting, * Edward Snowden-NSA Surveillance, Prism, Meta Data Are we any safer?, * Filibuster, * Government ShutDown, *Sequestration, * Duck Dynasty
Local man who grew up in the hood starts his own business and gives back to the community by donating to the local HBCU tour
SOS is traditionally a call for help. Today a group have gottne together to have an SOS rally to Save Our Sons. Others say it means to save our Sisters. Let's say all of our children!
Tuesday December 17th year ending Rant Radio show will discuss reparations and the case that the islands in the Carribean is taking to the Internation Courts. We will focus on why African Americans haven't tried to recieve our 40 acres in a mule. What would happen if we recieved it and how could it correct the ills in our community. Why have Black politician dropped the ball on this matter. Don't be behind the ball get in front. To listen click the link and to call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1. It will be our year ending show so you don't wanna miss out!!! If it's Tuesday and it's 5, its Rant Radio Time.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our topic today is, Nelson Mandela Memorial and Affluenza
Nelson Mandela
How has Nelson Mandela impacted history and can we come together as leaders other than times of death? http://www.cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/world/2013/12/10/natpkg-mandela-memorial.pool.html
The Affluenza Defense: Judge Rules Rich Kid’s Rich Kid-ness Makes Him Not Liable for Deadly Drunk Driving Accident
He got 10 years probation for causing a wreck that devastated three families
Definition: af·flu·en·za /?aflo?o'enz?/ noun noun: affluenza
- a psychological malaise supposedly affecting wealthy young people, symptoms of which include a lack of motivation, feelings of guilt, and a sense of isolation.
Read more: Affluenza: Rich Teen Kills 4 in Drunk Driving Accident, Gets Probation | TIME.comhttp://newsfeed.time.com/2013/12/12/the-affluenza-defense-judge-rules-rich-kids-rich-kid-ness-makes-him-not-liable-for-deadly-drunk-driving-accident/#ixzz2nTy8ToZ5
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it.
Tuesday December 10th show guest J Glenn will call in and talk to us about his book, The Crossover: Making Your Biggest Dreams Your Greatest Reality. We also will discuss the death of Nelson Mandela and how Western Media is trying to pull the wool over the eyes of the people with the news coverage of Nelson Mandela. We will set out to set the record straight! Tune in 5pm Central Standard Time. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. If it's Tuesday and it's 5, its Rant Radio Time.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith
Our topic today is, The transition of President Nelson Rolihlahla (Madiba) Mandela
Nelson Mandela
It is amazing that the first Black president of South Africa lived the life that he lived. He has been an ICON for South Africa, Africa and the rest of the world for a long time. He suffered after fighting for the freedoms of his people similar to Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King, slain still in his youth and the other living to be almost 100 years old and became the first Black President of South Africa. Both men leaving a mark that maybe none other could have and maybe no one else will do later.
"For now, let us pause and give thanks for the fact that
Nelson Mandela lived -- a man who took history in his hands,
and bent the arc of the moral universe toward justice."
President Barack Obama
Let’s take a moment to reflect on the live and times of President Mandela.
Let's discuss a question. With President Mandela’s transition, are we nearing the end of the old guard that helped usher in so many changes across the globe and who will step up to continue the dream and the legacy?
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
December 3rd show we will conversate with Travis Smith about the values of African Amercians and things that we need to do as collective to move forward. I have been trying to get Travis on the show since the beginning to lay it down and tonights the night. Tune in 5pm Central. To listen to the show click this link. To call in dial 347-826-9600, Press option 1 to talk. Tell a momma tell a friend that Rant Radio is Ranting again!!!
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with guest: Dr. Douglas L. Garner, PH.D.
Our topic today is, Emotional Health and our children's Education with Dr. Douglas Garner Series Conclusion.
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600
Near a computer you can listen in or chat with us here:
www.blogtalkradio.com/ourownvoices/2013/11/30/emotional-health-series-end-military-academy-selection-committee
Next week we will discuss my experience as a member of Congressman Horsford's Military Academy Selection Committee. Hope you will join us then
Hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving and much to give thanks for
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
November 26th show will focus on the true elegant and beautifiul story of black love. We will talk to couples who are married and black. Many publications, blogs and music discuss black love as if it's a painful thing and extinct. This show will bust that myth and talk about the gains, pains and benefits of being black and in love. We will discuss the sacrafice that must be made to make the black family whole. Tune in 5pm Central Standard Time. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to comment. If it's Tuesday and it's 5 its Rant Radio Time!
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your host, Angela Thomas.
Todays topic(s) are: What Are You Thankful For and What's Going On With Kanye & Kim K
Thanksgiving is right around the corner so have you taken time to count your blessing and to take an inventory of all that you have to be thankful of? Did you know that Thanksgiving was our nations first religious holiday? Did you know that humans are not born witht he emotion of forgiveness? Something to thank about ...
Call into the show to listen or to comment: (347) 826-9600
Mrs. Angela T and Ms. Angela M brought up a video of Kanye and Kim K riding on a motor cycle. What did you think of the video, Kanye and Kim K and how does it reflect on our society?
We may have to much to give thanks for so if we don't get to Kanye and Kim K you can catch a discussion on Angela Squared show, Needle On The Reord.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Today Novemeber 19th show we will focus on the re-emergence of black fatherhood and how the black father is having a bigger role in the family and the community. We will have success stories of black fathers who beat back the notion of absent fatherhood is the norm and the men who are helping reverse the course of the stigma that black men are absent! We will also discuss black community building and how do whites have the upper hand on upper mobility and community building in this country. The answers might shock you. Tune in today at 5pm Central Standard Time to Rant Radio To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with guests: Dr. Douglas L. Garner, PH.D. and Dr. Patti Thomas PH.D
Our topics todays are: Coping with stress and Family Literacy Month
November is Emotional Wellness Month & Health Literacy Month plus National Family Literacy Month
Saturday November 26, 2013 Our Own Voices Live (OOVL) launched a groundbreaking conversation and series of discussions with Dr. Douglas Garner on Our Children’s Emotional Health and the Modern School System.
Some of the topics we plan to cover are:
Coping with Stress
Family Literacy Day with Dr. Pattie Thomas PH.D
An effort to provide books to anyone in the Vegas Valley who wants to start a home library.
We have over 1800 books to give away, 10 per person.
We have fiction and non-fiction....
We have books at all reading levels. Preschool through college. This is an opportunity for children of all ages to start a home library and learn to read well.
Renttext Vegas at CSN is providing the bags and they will be there with giveaways and prizes.
The Clark County Library will have a table and will be sharing information about local library resources and giveaways.
A Storybook reading corner will be available for kids.
Information on how to read textbooks will also be available.
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us.
Tuesday November 12th Rant Radio will be discussing all of the hottest topics around the country that mainstream media is not discussing. Tune in at 5pm Central Standard Time. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with guest: Dr. Douglas L. Garner, PH.D.
Our topic today is Emotional Health of our Children and it’s Impacts on Education
October is Emotional Wellness Month & Health Literacy Month
Saturday November 26, 2013 Our Own Voices Live (OOVL) launched a groundbreaking conversation and series of discussions with Dr. Douglas Garner on Our Children’s Emotional Health and the Modern School System.
Some of the topics we plan to cover are:
The Neurological and Chemical eco-system of today’s children
We will explore the long term affects of stress on our youth’s mental development and expression.
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us.
Tuesday November 5th show we will discuss 12 years a slave and the bulllying that took place in the Miami Dolphins Locker Room between Richard Incognito and Jonathan Martin. Tune in tomorrow at 5pm Central Standard Time. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith.
Our special guest is Dr. Douglas Garner
We continue to discuss a groundbreaking conversation and series of discussions with Dr. Douglas Garner on Our Children’s Emotional Health and the Modern School System.
Some of the topics we plan to cover are:
We will explore the long term affects of stress on our youth’s mental development and expression.
We will highlight how the breakdown of the nuclear family has forever changed the teacher, student and parent dynamic in the classroom.
We will use a UNLV THE LINCY INSTITUTE ISSUE BRIEF as a guide in the discussion titled:
How are the Children:
Challenges and Opportunities in Improving Children’s Mental Health
RAMONA W. DENBY, PH.D.
SANDRA OWENS, PH.D.
SARAH KERN, B.A., MSW CANDIDATE
You can follow along by clicking here: http://www.unlv.edu/sites/default/files/24/Lincy-HowAreTheChildren.pdf
If you have questions you want to discuss with Dr. Garner please ask them in advance so the doctor can research data to back up his answers. We would love to hear from educators, administrators, parents and students.
Our Own Voices Live presents, The Dr. Douglas Garner’s Series on Our Children’s Emotional Health and the Modern School System
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us.
Tuesday October 29rh show will compare Malcolm X and Dr. King and show that they both were saying the same thing but in different ways. We will also discuss Skip Gates and him attempting to absolve Europeans for Slavery. Does he have the authority to do so? To tune in click the link or call in to 347-826-9600. To talk press option 1. 5Pm Central Time 3pm Western Time. 6Pm Eastern Time.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts, Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with guests: Patricia Cunningham and Dr. Douglas L. Garner, PH.D. Our topic today is Health, Both Mental and physical October is Emotional Wellness Month & Health Literacy Month
The Dr. Douglas Garner’s Series on Our Children’s Emotional Health and the Modern School System Starting Saturday October 26, 2013 Our Own Voices Live (OOVL) will launch a groundbreaking conversation and series of discussions with Dr. Douglas Garner on Our Children’s Emotional Health and the Modern School System. Patricia Cunningham Presents, The Family Fitness Challenge IT’S A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION AND REUNION!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY OSCAR CUNNINGHAM & THE AFRICAN AMERICAN SPORTS MUSEUM! Join us Saturday Oct 26, 2013 for The Family Fitness Challenge. Be a part of History and help us celebrate Youth Sports in Southern Nevada. Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us.
Tuesday October 22nd show will be a variety show. Touching on a lot of national topics. Question of the day, Why are we seeing a rise in self-hating black personalities in the media? Some of the topics of todays show will be Grambling Univeristy, Don Lemon & Kola Boof. To call in dial 347-826-9600 Option 1 to talk. 5pm Central
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, and Rodney Smith with special guess' Nina Bailey & Larry Reid. Our Topic(s) today: “Breast Cancer and Domestic Awareness.” Breast Cancer Awareness October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. While most people are aware of breast cancer, many forget to take the steps to have a plan to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same. We have made a lot of progress but still have a long way to go and need your help! For more information, click here: http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month?gclid=CMnxxfnBo7oCFc1xQgod1VkAng
Domestic Violence Domestic violence may include not only the intimate partner relationships of spousal, live-in partners and dating relationships, also familial, elder and child abuse may be present in a violent home. Abuse generally falls into one or more of the following categories: physical battering, sexual assault and emotional or psychological abuse, and generally escalates over a period of time. click here for more information: http://www.ncadv.org/learn/TheProblem.php
Join me on October 15th show to talk about is the hood really ours? Many African Americans believe that the inner city is ours. Low Home ownership, no proper protection from the law, failing schools and crooked politicians seem to be the norm. We will discuss with Adrian Mack and Irvin Brown the effects of this thought. Is it time to create a new reality? Tune in 5pm central, 6pm Eastern and 3pm Pacific. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with special Guess’: Rhachelle Nicol' and I.S.I.S., The Goddess of Poetry Our Topic(s) today: “Domestic Violence.” If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600 Near a computer you can listen in or chat with us here: www.blogtalkradio.com/our-own-voices/2013/10/12/domestic-violence October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month Is domestic violence a national health emergency? NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH, 2013
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Since the passage of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) nearly 20 years ago, our Nation's response to domestic violence has greatly improved. What was too often seen as a private matter best hidden behind closed doors is now an established issue of national concern. We have changed our laws, transformed our culture, and improved support services for survivors. We have seen a significant drop in domestic violence homicides and improved training for police, prosecutors, and advocates. Yet we must do more to provide protection and justice for survivors and to prevent violence from occurring. During National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we stand with domestic abuse survivors, celebrate our Nation's progress in combatting these despicable crimes, and resolve to carry on until domestic violence is no more.
Tuesday October 8th show will be a variety show. Touching on a lot of national topics. Question of the day, Is it time that we as African American's to take our childrens education into our own hands? Home school, Charter School or Create our own chain of private schools? To call in dial 347-826-9600 Option 1 to talk. 5pm Central
Tuesday Oct. 1st show we will have brother Mel Reeves on to talk about the fight to get justice for this slain brother. Tune in 5pm Central Standard. To Cal in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith Our Topic(s) today: “Government Shutdown Looms” Near a computer you can listen in here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/our-own-voices/2013/09/28/government-shutdown-looms-parkinsons-disease If you have a question, comment or want to continue the discussion on Facebook, click here: https://www.facebook.com/OurOwnVoicesLive
Government Shutdown Looms Here we go with another threat to shut down the government. Haven’t we gone through this at least 1 to many times? Here is a suggestion, may be the answer to these continuing budget fights and government shutdowns as well as sequestrations is to link Congress’ pay the accomplishments of passing timely budgets. If they don’t pass a complete budget we reduce their pay to a minimum wage. Also we should look at forcing them to add all budgetary matters into 1 annual budget instead of having many pieces passed throughout a year. Call those that want to shut down the government and let them know how you feel: Contact U.S. Senators by State www.democratichub.com/senate-list.aspx?o=pv&t=ds&gclid=CICQwb757rkCFbCDQgodXVsAoQ U.S. Congress http://www.house.gov/representatives/find/ To sign up or to see the entire event, click here: https://www.facebook.com/events/176461805872738/ Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Today September 24th show will focus on a variety of topics. We will discuss Fridays local rally for Terreance Franklin with Mel Reeves at the Top of the show. We will then transition to discuss Relationships with Minnesot Hott Radio Monique Banks. To call in dial 347-826-9600. If it's Tuesday and it's 5pm central, it's Rant Radio time!!!
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with special guest host Brother Thomas Berry of Rant Radio! And guests, Sir Cooper, Marie ‘Shorty’ Hughes, Jess Flo and more. Our Topic(s) today: “3 year Anniversary of Our Own Voices Live!”
3 year Anniversary of Our Own Voices Live! We have been on the air this past Sept 11th for 3 years! Wow, can you believe it has been 3 years already? Today we want to talk about how we got our start, why we started, those who helped, supported and an inspired us along the way. People Like Sir Cooper with his Progressive Talk radio show on KLAV, Brother Ramon Savoy of Black Power Talk radio on KCEP Power 88.1 and others. Want to give a special shout out to my co-host, Mrs., Angela Thomas. It was her idea to take Our Own Voices into radio. She is a trusted friend and confidant. Without her help, support and expertise this show would not be here and other events I am involved with would not have happened. Speaking of events happening, shout out to Sister Jess Flo for always willing to share her poetry talent in all of my events. What a community minded young activist. Can’t mention poetry without recognizing Sister ISIS who wrote and recited the Trayvon Martin show opener. Big thanks to you Sister! There are more so join us as we celebrate 3 years on the airwaves of Blogtalk Radio!!! Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Tuesday September 17th show will focus on the latest shooting in the nations capital. Tune in 5pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith. Our Topic(s) today: “The AFFORDABLE CARE ACT / 9/11, 12 Years Later” Do you remember where you were during 9/11 and are we any safer today? When you heard the president talking about attacking Syria with limited strikes did it take you back to 9/11? The World Trade Center is a complex of buildings under construction in Lower Manhattan, New York City, United States, replacing an earlier complex of seven buildings with the same name on the same site. The original World Trade Center featured landmark twin towers, which opened on April 4, 1973 and were destroyed in the September 11 attacks of 2001, along with 7 World Trade Center. The other buildings in the complex were damaged in the attacks, and their ruins were eventually demolished. The site is being rebuilt with five new skyscrapers and a memorial to those killed in the attacks. As of August 2013, only one skyscraper has been completed; and 2 others have been topped out. The remaining 3 are expected to be completed before 2020. One World Trade Center will be the lead building for the new complex, reaching more than 100 stories at its completion. It became the tallest building in New York City on April 30, 2012, and is now topped … en.wikipedia.org ·
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Tuesday Sept 10 show will focus on the latest string of shootings in the Twin Cities. It's time to put the guns down and off the streets/ Let's make the neighborhoods safe for the children to play in. Join us tonight at 5pm Central and learn how you can help out in the fight!! To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
The Greatness of Coretta Scott-King and Betty Shabazz & Can You Survive? Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith. Our Topic(s) today: “The Greatness of Coretta Scott-King and Betty Shabazz & Can You Survive?” If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600 Near a computer you can listen in or chat with us here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/our-own-voices/2013/09/07/greatness-of-coretta-scott-king-and-betty-shabazz-survive
Celebrating the greatness of Coretta Scott King and Betty Shabazz We recently celebrated the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom and the, “I Have A Dream Speech,” by the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. These things should be celebrated. How often have we thought of the women/wives who often times were in the shadows of these great men who were great leaders in their own right? Today, we will do just that
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600 Near a computer you can listen in or chat with us here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/our-own-voices/2013/09/07/greatness-of-coretta-scott-king-and-betty-shabazz-survive Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Tuesday September 3rd show will focus on Spending time versus spending money in relationships. Whiich one is better? Our guest will be the creators of Akoma House Initiative, Montsho & Nwasha Edu. We will also discuss the audio from Dr. Kings 1967 interview, where he says his dream has become a nightmare and even called the dream naive in a sense. What does that mean and should we stay on course or find a new one? Tune in every Tuesday at 5pm Central Standard. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. If it's Tuesday and it's 5pm, it's Rant Time!!
The topic for August 27th show wiill be Time,how important is it to you, what is it's worth and is it worth more than money? We will have a full panel discussion about this topic and we will be entering the week of our book give away here in the twin cities. To call in dial 347-826-9600. If it's Tuesday and it's 5pm Central, it's Rant Radio Time.
Tuesday August 20th tune in for Rant Radio. Fast pace topics that the people want to hear and opinions you won't hear in mainstream media. If it's Tuesday and it's 5pm It's Rant Radio Time. To call in dial 347-826-9600.
The movie we saw was Lee Daniel's The Butler. I can't express to you enough how important this film is to the restoration of the Black community. This film lays out our experience as citizen of the United State of America with such grace and dignity that I weeped at the sight of our beauty. I saw myself and the wisdom and love that my momma, my daddy, my aunt Martha, Grandma Lena, grandma Era, uncle Ralph, grandpa George, aunt Virginia and uncle Sammy has shown me through the year. This film took my indignant entitlement and loving reminded me that it is the shoulders of my humble servant ancestor that I am standing upon. It is because they served with pride and grace that I am here. If you ever love an elder in your family I ask that you please take yourself and every young person you can afford to take to go see The Butler!!! Come join us on Aug 24, 2013 at 9:00 AM at the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Statue and pavilion as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on the corner of MLK & Carey, North Las Vegas. It is amazing that it has been 50 years since the historic march on our nation’s capitol by Mostly African Americans, whites and others seeking job opportunities and civil rights that all free people in America were promised by the constitution of the United States. In Dr. King’s speech he spoke of this as a check that had been stamped, “insufficient funds.” He said, “In a sense we have come to the nation’s capital to cash a check. When the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the constitution and Declaration of Independence, they were signing a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir. This note was a promise to all men [that they] would be guaranteed the inalienable rights of life, liberty and pursuit of happiness.
August 13th show we will be discussing all of the latest headlines in the media. Getting your opinions and keeping you up to date with information. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk. If it's Tuesday and it's 5pm, It's Rant Radio Time.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris and Rodney Smith Our Topic(s) today: “Steve Harvey's Neighborhood (Hoodies) Awards & Roger Harris appointed by the AFL-CIO, Florida State Federation and Central Florida CLC interview panel as their first Central Labor Council field staff.” We will also discuss the multi-city, "Our Own Voices Summer Book Drive for Literacy Independency"
If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600 Near a computer you can listen in or chat with us here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/our-own-voices/2013/08/10/roger-harris-selected-afl-cio-floridas-1st-clc-field-staff August is National Black Business Month Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Rant Radio is a show that speaks to the ills of the black community and give solutiosn on we can change those ills. Tune in every Tuesday at 5pm Central. Today's guest will be Mary Neal, activist and alleged victim of the Cochran Law Firm. The former law form that was started by the late and great Johnnie Cochran. She will be telling you the pain that not only has her and her family been through but countless other's as well. To call in dial 347-826-9600. Press 1 to speak.
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
July 30th show we will be discussing Garveyism vs Obamaism. We will take a look at the different mentalities of the different movements. From where we have came during the time of Marcus Garvey to Where we are During the time of President Obama. We will also discuss if black people can be racist? If not why do so many of us believe we can be? Tuen in at 5pm Central and join the discussion. To call in dial 347-826-9600 to talk press option 1. If it's Tuesday and it's 5pm Central, It's Rant Radio Time!
Bill O'Reilly of the O'Reilly Factor wants to have a conversation about race so please watch the video and then let's have the conversation. http://www.foxnews.com/on-air/oreilly/2013/07/23/bill-oreilly-president-obama-and-race-problem Also discuss boycotting Florida both pros and cons Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
July 23rd Show we will have a round table discussion on Conspiracy Theories ranging from Government to Music. To call in dial 347-826-9600 to talk press option 1. If it's Tuesday and it's pm Central, it's Rant Radio Time!
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Today we will have a Special Rant Radio. We will discuss the Not Gulty Verdict in the George Zimmerman trial. Where do we go next. Tune in tonight 4pm Central to Rant Radio. To call in Dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to speak. We are also boycotting business today in America. We are asking that all folks stay home and don't spend a cent. Blackout totally for Trayvon Martin.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris and Rodney Smith Today's discussion topic(s) are, Why the George Zimmerman Trial should be important to all Americans.” We will also discuss the multi-city, "Our Own Voices Summer Book Drive for Literacy Independency" Why The George Zimmerman Trial should be important to all Americans The trial of George Zimmerman for the Murder of Trayvon Martin was a long time coming but once charges were file attention changed to waiting on the trial. Now the trial has come and gone and the jury is deliberating on a verdict. This trial maybe about more then whether George Zimmerman Murdered Trayvon Martin but may also be about how Americans of the majority population value Black youth and maybe Black people in general. Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
July 9th we will discuss the use of hte word Nigga in the black community. Should we have a funeral for the word or are people using it as an escape goat for other il's in the community and country. We will have a panel discussion as well as a few other special guest. Tune in 5pm central. To call in dial 347-826-9600
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris and Rodney Smith with special guests: Lauren Anderson. Our Topic(s) today: “Lauren Anderson of Young Black Minds & the Generation Gap.” We will also discuss the multi-city, "Our Own Voices Summer Book Drive for Literacy Independency" Lauren Anderson of Young Black Minds Lauren Anderson is the 26 year old CEO of Young Black Minds LLC Motivational Speakers Bureau founded in 2012. Born in Gary, IN and raised in Bronx, NY educated in the Midwest including Chicago. To learn more about Lauran and Young Black Minds, click here. The Generation Gap Do we have a continuing and even broadening Generation Gap today and is it a multitier gap today compared to the 60’s? We still have members from the Greatest Generation mixed in with Baby boomers, Gen X, Y and Millennials. How do these generations get along and what impact is it having on society The multi-city, "Our Own Voices Summer Book Drive for Literacy Independency" Teach a child how to read and then give them gifts of books Join the multi-city, "Our Own Voices Summer Book Drive for Literacy Independency" Our goal is 10 books for 1,000 children For more info, click here Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
Rant Radio show on July 2nd we will intervew James Everett of Minneapolis and discuss his mayoral run. We will ask him what is his vision for Mnneapolis and what inspired him to run. Tune in at 5pm Central. To call in dial 347-826-9600
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris and Rodney Smith with special guests: Sonia Thompson. Our Topic(s) today: “Trayvon Martin Trial, SCOTUS & Voting Rights Act, Our Own Voices Summer Book Drive & 7 Reasons Why Stripping Can Help You Reach Your Goals – Reason 7.” Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us
June 25th We will be discussing the George Zimmerman Trial, Clarence Thomas comparing Affirmitive Action to Slavery and the Bill Dukes Documentary Dark Girls. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1. If it's Tuesday and it's 5pm Central, It's Rant Radio Time.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris and Rodney Smith with special guests: Sonia Thompson. Our Topic(s) today: “No More Nuclear Waste In Nevada, Our Own Voices Summer Book Drive & 7 Reasons Why Stripping Can Help You Reach Your Goals – Reason 6.” If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600 Near a computer you can listen in or chat with us here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/our-own-voices/2013/06/22/no-nuclear-waste-in-nevada-our-own-voices-book-drive
Our show for June 18th will focus on the Our Own Voices / S.W.I.M book drive to raise 10,000 books for 1,000 chidlren in the Twin Cities. We know prisons are built based off of 3rd grade reading scores. We want to reverse that trend and strenghen the community. We have a new movement we are starting and it's called act now. We aren't waiting or outsiders to help us, we are going to help ourselves. Tune in and listen to our panel discuss the importance of reading and find out where you can donate books or pick up books for your children and your family. We will also discuss much more as well. Tune in at 5pm Central Standard Time. To call in dial 347-826-9600 press option 1 to talk.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris and Rodney Smith with special guests: Sonia Thompson. Our Topic(s) today: “Father’s Day and Juneteenth; do they get the recognition they deserve and what do you really know about them & 7 Reasons why stripping can help you reach your goals – Reason 5.” Join us as we discuss Ms. Thompson educates us on, "7 Reasons why stripping can help you reach your goals,” – 5. It helps you make decisions - as you go through your day to day working toward reaching your dreams, different situations and opportunities may pop up that you’ll have to evaluate what your response will be. Having a stripped down objective can serve as a decision tree for you. Take a look by clicking here: Father’s Day; What Does It Mean To You? http://www.loc.gov/wiseguide/jun03/father.html Does Father’s Day get the recognition that it deserves along with Father’s? Should single Mother’s be wished, “Happy Father’s Day,” as the new Hall mark cards suggest? http://stereotypeus.com/to-the-mothers-on-fathers-day-get-a-life/ Happy Juneteenth! http://juneteenth.com/history.htm Have you heard of this holiday before, do you know when it is and do you know why you should know? Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating slavery end, in America
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas, Roger Harris and Rodney Smith with special guests: Sonia Thompson. Our Topic(s) today: “The importance of reading & 7 Reasons why stripping can help you reach your goals – Reason 4.” Sonia Thompson, "7 Reasons why stripping can help you reach your goals" Join us as Ms. Thompson educates us on, "7 Reasons why stripping can help you reach your goals,” – Reason 4. It helps you be honest with yourself - once you get to the core of your objective and are able to see all that is required to help you achieve it, you can then decide if you are willing to do all that’s necessary. Take a look by clicking here: www.mytrybusiness.com/blog/view/7-reasons-why-stripping-can-help-you-reach-your-goals?goback=.gde_124338_member_236997456
The importance of reading and the Our Own Voices 2 cities book drive! If your child can not read to level by the third grade, there is a jail cell projected for him or her. Do you know that most Black children do not have their own library of 10 books and many have no books? As a country, as a people and as communities, we can do better than that. I assert we have to do better than that! Let’s help them by giving the gift or life; giving them the gift of reading by giving them books
Our Own Voices Live is a radio show featuring people and stories from our community in Las Vegas, the surrounding area and some place near you. America is the greatest country on earth due to its cultural diversity and not in spite of it. Our mission is to help bridge the cultural and ethnic divide in America by working together to build the greatest bridge in history to unite us