Black Girls Do Politics: Recent Episodes
Black Girls Do Politics
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Cancel culture isn’t just a buzzword—it’s shaping how Black voices are heard in media and politics. From Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension after remarks on Charlie Kirk’s assassination to Trump’s National Guard crackdown in Memphis, the stakes for free speech and community safety are real. Join us with co-host Summer Nettles, Emmy-award-winning storyteller and CEO of Greater Purpose Media, and Sunny Sinegal, creator of the political YouTube show Tell the People, as we unpack the double standards and what they mean for Black communities today. Black Girls Do Politics, y’all!
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Black Girls Do Politics is live in person in NYC! Cohosted with our media partner Mefeater magazine, we're talking to young voters about the issues that matter to them most. Panelists include Dr Nantasha Williams, the representative for Council District 27 in Southeast Queens, NY, Tiffanie Burt who serves as the Community Projects Manager and Government Relationship liaison at The City College of New York, and also is the newly elected President of the Vanguard Independent Democratic Party Association, and Dean Anthony Charles II, Founder and President of Ant Strategies, Media and Logistics. Black Girls Do Politics ya'll!
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Local elections decide more than you think—housing, policing, schools, climate.
In 2025, cities with big Black Gen Z & Millennial populations could change course entirely. This episode breaks it all down. Join us with political commentator Kayla Pascreta from The Executive Tea and Dean Anthony Charles II from Ant Media Strategies as we discuss local elections in NYC, Atlanta, Detroit and more. Black Girls Do Politics ya'll!
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African leaders are telling France to pack up and go.
Black Americans? We should be paying close attention.
In our latest episode, we break down the political wave sweeping Senegal, Burkina Faso, and beyond, including Trump and the White refugees from South Africa—with receipts and real talk. Join us with special guest Simone Clarke, managing director of Mefeater magazine, and global activist Giziribtah Debasah, student of the people of Burkina Faso, Togo, and Benin.
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From ICE crackdowns to the Supreme Court to Coco’s center-court mic drop, we're talking about it all. Listen in as we're joined with our regular guest cohost Summer Nettles, producer and director of She Quit, as we breakdown all of the current political madness. Black Girls Do Politics ya'll!
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We're back from spring break and we are breaking down the Trump administrations first 100 days. Join us with our regular guest cohost Summer Nettles, producer and director of She Quit, a documentary about Black Women leaving the traditional workforce, and special guest Kishana Holland, public relations maven and political strategist will also share her thoughts about Trump's first 100 days. Black Girls Do Politics ya'll!
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Join us as we discuss current political events, and dive deep into Black women entrepreneurship with our guest cohost Summer Nettles, producer and director of She Quit, a documentary about Black Women leaving the traditional workforce. We're also joined again by special guest Simone Clarke, managing director of Mefeater magazine, who will share about her entrepreneurship journey. Black Girls Do Politic ya'll!
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Happy Women’s History Month! On this episode of Black Girls Do Politics, we talk about marginalization inside of a marginalized community, specifically about the experiences of LGBTQ black women in Black communities. We are joined by Attallah Pamoja, a DEI/Cultural Humility Leader and Queer activist, and Hope Giselle, a Trans activist, author, and speaker, for a open conversation about their experiences being marginalized in the Black community. We also discuss true allyship and how the Black community can better support our LGBTQ sisters. Black Girls Do Politics!
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In this episode of Black Girls Do Politics, we'll discuss black entrepreneurship, boycotts being organized at Target and other companies who have rolled back DEI initiatives, and highlight Black brands you can support. Black Girls Do Politics!
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In this episode of Black Girls Do Politics, we'll discuss the Trump administration's executive orders, the implications of tariffs and firings of federal workers on Black communities, and the influence of Elon Musk in government. Black Girls Do Politics!
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This episode of Black Girls Do Politics engages in a deep conversation with DEI consultant and advocate Jad Evangelo Nasir, and Attorney and Colorado State Representative Jennifer Bacon. We will explore the significance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in today's political climate, particularly in light of recent executive orders that threaten DEI initiatives, as well as the complexities of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the long process of unlearning biases, and the importance of education and empowerment, particularly for Black women. Black Girls Do Politics ya'll!
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We're back, and so is the Trump administration. Join us as we break down the new presidency and what we might expect from the second term of President Trump. Black Girls Do Politics ya'll!
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Listen in as we predict who will win this election! We will interview Mystic Rainn, spiritual advisor and psychic medium who will give us a tarot card prediction on who will win this years presidential election, and also talk with Dr Wendy Todd, founder of the wellness platform Carbon, who will discuss how we can all take care of ourselves regardless of the election results. Tune in to see what results are predicted!
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Join us for a conversation with two different candidates from 2 swing states, Georgia and Pennsylvania. We'll talk with Meisha Mainor, who is running for state representative in Georgia as a Republican who switched to the party after being elected as a Democrat in 2020, and Justin Fleming, who is currently running for state representative unopposed in Pennsylvania. We'll talk about each of their down ballot platforms and what they think about this year's presidential election. Black Girls Do Politics!
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Join Black Girls Do Politics as we speak with a panel of Black men and talk about the issues that are important to them during this election season. We'll be joined by our guests Dean Anthony Charles II, Director of Logistics at Black Voters Matter, Alan S Hill of Lift Every Vote and Rise, and Marcus Flowers, education and domestic violence advocate. Listen in for this important discussion about how Black women and Men can collaborate in our communities. And if you haven't already, go register to vote!
Join Black Girls Do Politics with special co-host Summer Nettles, host of the podcast Sum It Up. We're joined by our guest Dr. C. Nicole Mason as we discuss political topics for the week, and the story of Amber Thurman. What is on the ballot this election for reproductive rights? What does it mean for Black women? Listen in to find out!
Join Black Girls Do Politics as we discuss what's next after the DNC. We will get a chance to talk with Loren Walter, a Gen Z activist who attended the DNC and is currently working on a down ballot campaign for an Illinois state representative candidate.
Join Black Girls Do Politics as we broadcast from the Democratic National Convention. Hear interviews with DNC delegates and activists on the ground in Chicago, as well as clips from speeches at DNC caucuses. Check out our special coverage!
Black Girls Do Politics is BACK and better than ever! We're relaunching just in time to dive deep into the DNC and all the political fire running up and down the ballot. With less than three months till Election Day, we're here to break down these unprecedented times in U.S. politics and international relations. Special episode drops 8/21. Full season relaunch on 9/4/24.
Black Girls Do Politics is back with a new cohost and lots of conversation about the upcoming midterm elections. Tune in to find out what's new with BGDP and how you can also politick in your community
This episode we will discuss hot political topics, and interview guest Terri Broussard Williams, an award-winning non-profit executive, lobbyist, and public speaker. We will talk about lobbying: what it is, how you can lobby to make change in your community, and how you too could start a career in this impactful field.
This episode we will discuss hot political topics, and interview guest co host Marcus Flowers, women's rights advocate for nearly 10 years who has worked as a Family Violence Intervention Counselor for one of the oldest FVIP's in the southeast, Men Stopping Violence and has been on numerous national panels advocating for an end to domestic violence along with other leaders in the movement. We will talk about domestic violence in Black communities and how women can advocate better for themselves, and how Black men can better support Black women who are victims of domestic violence.
This episode we will discuss hot political topics, and interview guest co host Danielle Brown, North Carolina State Coordinator for Black Voters Matter and community organizer. We will talk about relational organizing and how you too can use this tool to organize your community.
This episode we will discuss hot political topics, and interview guest co host Dean Charles Anthony II, photographer, storyteller, and former Director or Organizing for Stacey Abrams. How can black men support black women in politics?
This episode features hot political topics and an interview with guest co host Venkayla Haynes, a social justice advocate and survivor. We'll talk about Title IX and how black women can advocate for it and other issues around sexual violence that effect black women.
This episode explores hot political topics, as well as poses the question: Do people feel the same way about the Black Lives Matter movement now that they did about the Civil Rights Movement back then?
We are an organization founded by black women, for black women, to lift up the voices and increase the presence of black women in political spaces. We recognize the political power that black women hold and aim to empower our future leaders to be at the forefront of change. Listen to our inaugural episode to learn more about the political issues that effect black women.