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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From its beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin speak to Dr. Ron Daniels about Black History Month, aviation safety, and so much more!
Recorded on 2/2/25
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From its beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin speak about the War on DEI with Selena Hill, and so much more!
Recorded on 1/26/25
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From its beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin speak about Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Congresswoman Yvette Clarke calls in,
and so much more!
Recorded on 1/17/25
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From its beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin speak about the fires in LA, Donald Trump's case, Newark's Mayor Ras Baraka joins the program and so much more!
Recorded on 1/17/25
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From its beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin speak about Dr. Ron Daniels's “season of resistance and transformation,” remembering James Mtume, and so much more!
Recorded on 1/5/25
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From its beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin speak about The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa, Bodycam Footage of Robert Brooks Assault in Prison, and the Life of Greg Gumbel.
Recorded on 12/29/24
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin speak about the passing of Alfa Anderson and Rickey Henderson, NYPD resignations, and Mayor Adams bribery case with guest Corey Pegues, retired NYPD Deputy Investigator.
Recorded on 12/22/24
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin speak about the passing of the iconic Nikki Giovanni and the disappointing Neely-Penny verdict.
Recorded on 12/15/24
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Fatiyn and Jennifer discuss relationship advice and anniversaries, the passing of June Clark, the killing of the United Healthcare CEO, and the trial of Daniel Penny with Mark Claxton, director of the Black Law Enforcement Alliance.
Recorded on 12/8/24
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Fatiyn and Jennifer host an open forum about everything the New York area cares about, with special frequent guest Dr. Ron Daniels.
Recorded on 12/2/24
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Fatiyn and Jennifer talk about Thanksgiving traditions and memories, a new report on the true cost of living in 2024, and Doctor Shango Blake - joins the program to talk about protecting Black Studies Programs in education.
Recorded on 11/24/24
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WARNING - Due to technical difficulties, the audio quality in the first 10 minutes of this episode is bad. It clear up around minute 11. We apologize for this inconvenience.
The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Fatiyn and Jennifer are joined by Jamie Harris of New Amsterdam News, to talk about Mike Tyson Vs Jake Paul, and a variety of other local topics!
Recorded on 11/17/24
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Fatiyn and Jennifer are joined by Mayor Ras Baraka to talk about the election of Donald J. Trump as the 47th POTUS.
Recorded on 11/10/24
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Fatiyn and Jennifer are joined by Dr. Ron Daniels & Governor Kathy Hochul on the eve of the eve of the election! GO VOTE!
Recorded on 10/27/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Fatiyn and Jennifer are joined by District 28 Councilwoman Adrienne Adams to talk about the success of New York City sports teams, the upcoming election, and to remember DJ Clark Kent.
Recorded on 10/27/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Fatiyn and Jennifer are joined by Errol Lewis to discuss how the 2024 Presidential Election will affect Black Voters.
Recorded on 10/20/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Mayor Ras Baraka joins to discuss the state of Newark, Nj and his recent profile in the New York Times.
Recorded on 10/13/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always along with Dr Ron Daniels, to speak about about Don Rojas, Remember John Amos, and recap the Vice Presidential Debate.
Recorded on 10/6/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always to talk to New Yorkers about the current indictment of Eric Adams.
Recorded on 9/29/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always along with Dr Lakiea Bailey to discuss the effects of Sickle Cell on the African American Community.
Aired 9/22/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always to discuss the federal investigation of NYC City Hall and the NYPD corruption!
Aired 9/15/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always to discuss the federal investigation of NYC City Hall! The team is joined by NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams!
Aired 9/8/24.
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Mike Teezy is an artist of many talents and through his trials and tribulations he has found God, which he shares through his music! Rhythm & Views host Krista B talks with Mike Teezy about his new album "New Leaf" and how faith inspires his music.
Stay tuned for more Rhythm & Views!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always to, this week she discusses the West Indian Day Parade, then Dr. Ron Daniels joins and the team reminisces on the great life of Fatman Scoop!
Aired 9/1/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always to discuss the upcoming election and to recap the 2024 DNC! Open Line is joined by White House Correspondent Ebony McMorris to discuss the upcoming election!
Aired 8/25/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always, for an Open Forum with the people of the tri-state area!
Aired 8/18/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always, along with Michael Imhotep founder of the African History Network! This episode discusses the 2024 Olympics, the death of Michael Brown, and the current political climate!
Aired 8/11/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always, along with The Professor, Dr. Ron Daniels! This episode is an open forum for listeners to call-in on whatever topic they please, plus NYC Councilwoman Linda Lee joins the program to discuss the disastrous fire in her district
Aired 8/4/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always, along with Civil Rights Activist Tamika Mallory! On today's show - the team and callers discuss Kamala Harris becoming the frontrunner for the 2024 election, the police killing of Sonya Massey, and the passing of Civil Rights Lawyer Michael Hardy.
Aired 7/28/24.
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On this episode of Digital Dilemmas, JusNik sits down with the digital dating guru Alison Wellington. Wellington takes you through the past, present, and future of online dating! Victoria Jenn Rodriguez Talks To JusNik About Financial Security In Digital Dating! Victoria Jenn Rodriguez is a Master Mindset + Business Consultant, Acclaimed International Keynote Speaker, and is the Host & Executive Producer of the "Banking on Cultura" Podcast!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always, but this Sunday she's celebrating her son Channing Austin being drafted to the New York Mets! Plus New York's Attorney General Letitia James joins the program to discuss the Housing Crisis in New York! Aired 7/21/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin Esq joins the show as always, along with Marq Claxton Director of the Black Law Enforcement Alliance and Aton Edwards the founder of the International Preparedness Network! Host Brother Fatiyn Muhammad is live from Baltimore - everyone weighs in on the recent Trump Assassination attempt.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Jennifer Jones Austin keynote speaker at the Essence Festival Global Black Economic Forum, Brother Fatiyn at the Usher and at the Cash Money concert, the State of Black America with Professor Dr. Ron Daniels, Former Mayor of New Orleans - Marc Morial National Urban League, and so much more!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn and Jennifer Jones Austin Esq discuss the Trump-Biden Debate and New York calls in to tell us how they feel! Aired 6/30/24
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On this episode of Digital Dilemmas, JusNik sits down with the digital dating guru Alison Wellington. Wellington takes you through the past, present, and future of online dating! Alison Wellington is hosting an event in New York this October called Ready, Set, Love and has dating resources available on Align with Alison! Tap into gems of gold as JusNik helps you solve Digital Dilemmas.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn and Jennifer Jones Austin Esq discuss both the legacy of Willie Mays with the people of New York - plus Congressman Jamaal Bowman calls in ahead of his debate and upcoming primary! Aired 6/23/24.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn and Jennifer Jones Austin Esq discuss both Fathers Day and Juneteenth, as well as how they intersect! Ernest Crim III calls in as a guest, Crim is an Anti-Racist Educator and hate crime survivor who uses (Black) historical narratives to empower and educate families and train educators through an equitable lens.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn and Jennifer Jones Austin Esq discuss the disparities in maternal health in America, as well as the search for financial equity!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn and Jennifer Jones Austin Esq along with Professor Ron Daniels host of Vantage Point talk to callers throughout the New York area about Trump's recent felony conviction, the acceptance of the Negro League's stats into MLB history, and much more!
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On this episode of Digital Dilemmas, JusNik sits down with Dash Hudson about maintaining your mental health in the digital age, plus dating in the 21st century. Tap in to nuggets of gold as JusNik helps you solve Digital Dilemmas.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn and Jennifer Jones Austin Esq talk to Bobby Childs & Jaime C Harris about New York sports with the Knicks in the playoffs and the Yankees being passionate. Bakari Sellers joins to discuss "The Moment: Thoughts on the Race Reckoning That Wasn't and How We All Can Move Forward Now."
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Brother Fatiyn and Jennifer Jones Austin Esq talk about people who have passed away recently, as well as issues facing New York and New Jersey. DJ Bent Roc speaks on the passing of Mister Cee.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Mayor Eric Adams joins the show to answer questions from the Open Line crew and real New Yorkers!
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On this episode of Digital Dilemmas, JusNik sits down with Talitha Troupe aka "Coach Lii" to talk about dating in the digital age, hypergamy dating, and viral dating sensations! Buckle in for hot takes and gems of knowledge for your dating life!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - callers tap in to discuss the issues of the day.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Motivational Speaker Alethea Crimmins joins the Program to talk about positivity, plus a rapid fire segment that involves everything from Artificial Intelligence to Trump.
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Clay Gravesande of "Love Is Blind" season 6 speaks with JusNik about his experience on the show. He also spoke about the amount of backlash he received since the now infamous wedding scene that has gone viral on social media. Gravesande says it's been tough to navigate through the lens of being watched by the world after being a normal guy with a business. He believes that the reunion helped clear up some misconceptions about him and more. Check out the full interview now.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Speaker of the New York City Council Adrienne Adams discusses the State of the City Address.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - David Banks, the 31st NYC Public Schools Chancellor, and Dr. Shango Banks, the President of BE-U talk about the Black Studies Curriculum, then Governor Kathy Hochul calls in to discuss the National Guard being deployed in NYC (minute 14) alongside Janno Lieber who is the CEO of the MTA. Then Jumaane Williams, the NYC Public Advocate calls in! All that plus callers from all over New York!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - Wayne Spence the President of the Public Employees Federation, and Dr. Ron Daniels from Vantage Point join the program! Callers highlight women trail blazers and raise concerns about shutting down Down State Hospital.
WBLS's legendary Sunday show - Open Line will now be on WBLS Podcasts every Monday!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
On this week's episode - New Yorkers call in to sound off.
WBLS's legendary Sunday show - Open Line will now be on WBLS Podcasts every Monday!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
Hosted by Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin Esq - this week with special guest Dr. Uché Blackstock discussed racial health care disparities and her new book "Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine" plus Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine joins the show! On top of a Rapid Fire discussion on President Trump's legal battles.
WBLS's legendary Sunday show - Open Line will now be on WBLS Podcasts every Monday!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
Hosted by Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin - this week with special guest Newark, New Jersey's Mayor - Ras Baraka!
WBLS's legendary Sunday show - Open Line will now be on WBLS Podcasts every Monday!
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
Hosted by Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin - this week with special guest Joy-Ann Reid, host of The Reid Out on MSNBC and the author of "Medgar & Myrlie" OUT NOW!
WBLS's legendary Sunday show - Open Line will now be on WBLS Podcasts every Monday!
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Kiera Sheard-Kelly sits down with Krista B on WBLS's Rhythm & Views to discuss her recent GRAMMY nomination, her children's book, and spirituality! This gem filled interview is emblematic of Kierra's uplifting attitude and art.
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The Open Line Legacy continues after the loss of the show’s founder Bob Slade on March 23rd of 2019. From it’s beginnings in the early 1980’s on WRKS-FM, Open Line has continued to inform, inspire, educate and call to action, citizens of the Greater NYC Community and beyond.
Hosted by Brother Fatiyn Muhammad and Jennifer Jones Austin - this week with special guest Adrienne Adams, the Speaker of the New York City Council!
WBLS's legendary Sunday show - Open Line will now be on WBLS Podcasts every Monday!
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Krista B, a writer & producer for WBLS and the host of Those Wrestling Girls sits down with the WWE power couple of Bianca Belair and Montez Ford ahead of the release of their reality show "Love & WWE" as well as the upcoming Royal Rumble and Bianca being the first Black woman on the cover of a WWE video game!
All that and more on Rhythm & Views!
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WBLS Host Jus Nik has always had a passion for technology, and her friend and co-host Tat Wza has been tapped into tech for his entire life. On "TechNIKally Speaking" Nik and Tat are talking to Richard Achee the Global Business Development Lead for Google, & creator of BreakBeatCode as well as, Calvin Pinney the Select Strategic Accounts, Field Sales Representative for Google Cloud & co-founder of BreakBeatCode, who hosted a TedX Talk on Teaching Coding with music.
On this episode, Jus Nik and Tat Wza get into BreakBeatCode and their upcoming Hackathon on December 16th - sign up here: https://breakbeatco.de/wbls
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WBLS Host Jus Nik has always had a passion for technology, and her friend and co-host Tat Wza has been tapped into tech for his entire life. On "TechNIKally Speaking" Nik and Tat are talking to Strategic Solutionist Akanundrum aka Alquincia "AKAnundrum" Selolwane about how Automation will change the future!
On this episode, Jus Nik and Tat Wza break down the some ways that automation.
Out every month on the 20th!
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WBLS Host Jus Nik has always had a passion for technology, and her friend and co-host Tat Wza has been tapped into tech for his entire life. On "TechNIKally Speaking" Nik and Tat are talking to Strategic Solutionist Akanundrum aka Alquincia "AKAnundrum" Selolwane!
On this episode, Jus Nik and Tat Wza break down the some ways you can make money using the internet and many other gems along the way!
Out every month on the 20th!
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On this bonus episode of Captains & Majors - Lord Afrixana, a credited writer on Beyonce's "Black Is King" and prominent Afro-beats artist talks about his decision to attend an HBCU with WBLS journalist Jason N. Peters!
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WBLS Host Jus Nik has always had a passion for technology, and her friend and co-host Tat Wza has been tapped into tech for his entire life. On "TechNIKally Speaking" Nik and Tat are talking you through the growing world that is the metaverse!
On this episode, Jus Nik and Tat Wza break down the development of the modern internet and introduce you to our newest WBLS Podcast!
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On a special episode of Rhythm & Views - Krista B sits down with Vedo to talk about creating the Usher Challenge with Eric Bellinger, going viral, writing for Chris Brown, and his Seventh Studio album "7" which is out now!
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On today's episode correspondent Jason Peters goes to the Friendly Faces Fashion Show thrown and hosted by Morehouse Alumni. Guests include Olufemi Yessoufou, Winston Stewart, and Omar Toumbou.
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On today’s episode we sit down with Professor Umar Muhammad & Finote Weldemariam, who are carrying on Major Taylor’s legacy of breaking the color barrier in cycling. In 2020 St. Augustine University in Raleigh, North Carolina worked with their business school to create the first HBCU cycling team in an attempt Black faces into incredibly white spaces.
HOSTED BY DJ FRED "BUGSY" BUGGS
Produced by Jason N. Peters
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On this episode two Morehouse Men - Isaac Keys and Edwin Moses discuss being multi-faceted and how Morehouse set them up for success. Edwin Moses is an Olympic Gold Medalist, a track star, a world record breaker, a physicist, and Morehouse alum who we highlighted in Season One. Isaac Keys was a Linebacker on the Morehouse Football team, then a Canadian Football Player, then an NFL Linebacker, but today you can see him portraying "Diamond" on Power.
Hosted by Fred "Bugsy" Buggs
Interviews by Jason N. Peters
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WBLS Host Jus Nik has always had a passion for technology, and her friend and co-host Tat Wza has been tapped into tech for his entire life. On "TechNIKally Speaking" Nik and Tat are talking you through the tumultuous world of tech from the advent of the internet to artificial intelligence.
On this episode, Jus Nik and Tat Wza break down the development of the modern internet and introduce you to our newest WBLS Podcast!
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The HBCU NY Football Classic takes place on Saturday September 16th at MetLife Stadium between the Morehouse College Maroon Tigers and the Albany State Golden Rams, Host Fred "Bugsy" Buggs talks with the Head Coaches from both teams - Coach Quinn Gray Sr. from Albany State and Coach Gerard Wilcher from Morehouse College leading up to their showdown on an NFL field and co-host Jus Nik teaches you about the classic!
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Kadeem Hardison & Darryl M. Bell were both in School Daze and A Different World, two of the most prominent media representations of HBCU life and culture to ever be produced! WBLS host Jus Nik sat down with X-Ray, Dwayne Wayne Edge, and Ron Johnson aka Kadeem Hardison & Darryl M. Bell to talk about how HBCU's affected their life and career on this episode of Captains & Majors!
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Trysten Williams and G’Khyri Patterson of the Morehouse Polo team talk with host Fred "Bugsy" Buggs about creating the first HBCU Polo Team. Morehouse is the first Historically Black College or University to join since the organization was founded 130 years prior in 1890. What took so long? All that and more on Captains & Majors!
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On a special, quick episode of Rhythm & Views - Krista B sits down with Tina fka as Hoodcelebrityy to talk about her life and new music! Get to know Tina post name change!
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
On this episode the team talks to Eric Bellinger and DJ Big Reef about the importance and growth of R&B!
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
On this episode the team discusses The Little Mermaid, Charlie Wilson on NPR, Burna Boy and Beyonce touring, Giving Roses to Teyana Taylor and Darkchild! The team records remotely because of the Canadian Smoke Storm.
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
On this episode the team discusses underground artists like Kiana Ledé and TimaLikesMusic, Anita Baker/Babyface, and much more! Zayna is away on vacation!
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
On this episode the team discusses beautiful gowns at the Met Gala, new music, underground artists, and much more!
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Host Fred "Bugsy" Buggs talks with producer Jason N. Peters about his experience attending the New York Football Classic in the 1970's!
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Hosted by DJ Fred Bugsy Buggs!
Guest: Dr. Chad Hughes
Written and produced by Jason Peters
Production Assistant Christine Diaz
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
On this episode the team discusses random rap verses in R&B songs, Daniel Caesar's apology, Frank Ocean at Coachella, and so much more!
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This episode of Captains & Majors is live from the HBCU New York Football Classic!We speak to 16 different people who were on sight at MetLife Stadium on September 17th, 2022 including the hosts of NPR Podcasts Invisibilia and Code Switch - Kia Miakka Natisse and B.A. Parker, Howard QB Quinton Williams, and DL Darrian Brokenburr, Howard Drum Major Keanu Powell, Band Director Kelvin Washington, WBLS personality Jus Nik, HOT 97's DJ Wallah, Little League World Series legend Mo’Ne Davis, Spelman Alum Kendall Lanier, Super Bowl Champ Brandon Torrey, Howard Hall Of Famer Lamont Fein, Tai Perkins from HOT 97's "Ladies Night," Captains & Majors production assistant Christine Diaz, personality Destiny Deriso, Albert Williams CEO, and more!
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Hosted by DJ Fred Bugsy Buggs!
Written and produced by Jason Peters
Production Assistant Christine Diaz
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
On this episode is superstar host Gia Peppers! Gia Peppers is an on-air talent, entertainment journalist and podcast host from Washington DC. Currently, she hosts three programs on various networks and is 1/5th of "Black Girl Podcast."
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This episode of Captains & Majors is about one of the most iconic and legendary marching bands on Earth! Learn all about the Morehouse College House of Funk Band straight from the Band Director Dr. Chad "Sir Wick" Hughes and members on the band!
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Hosted by DJ Fred Bugsy Buggs!
Guest: Dr. Chad Hughes
Written and produced by Jason Peters
Production Assistant Christine Diaz
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
On this episode supermodel and R&B singer Ebony Riley joins the show to talk about her new EP "ebony" which is OUT NOW! Niani gives roses to Ester Dean, Zayna does her homework, and Krista B is assigned homework for her trip to LA! All that and more on Rhythm & Views!
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New Episodes Drop Every Other Thursday on WBLS Podcasts - next episode of Rhythm & Views is coming out 3/23!
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This episode of Captains & Majors is about one of the greatest athletes in American sports history and Morehouse alumni Edwin Moses. Moses set world records, won Olympic Gold, and has one of the most accomplished win streaks in sports history.
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Hosted by DJ Fred Bugsy Buggs!
Guest: Edwin Moses
Written and produced by Jason Peters
Production Assistant Christine Diaz
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
On this episode they talk about new music from Masego, Kali Uchis, and Kierra Sheard, Giving Roses to Candi Staton, and much more!
New Episodes Drop Every Other Thursday on WBLS Podcasts - next episode of Rhythm & Views is coming out 3/23!
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This episode of Captains & Majors is focused on the past, present, and future of the Showtime Marching Band. Meet band members, alumni, and staff from Howard University as they prepare for the HBCU New York Football Classic!On this episode we discuss Marching Band history, the relationship between the Howard football team and marching band - and much more!
Guests Include: Kenny Gallop Jr., Quinton Williams, Darrian Brokenburr, AD Kery Davis, Jamaal McNair, Omai Goodwin, Sanaa Davis McClain, Keanu Powell, Michael Fitzhugh, and Kelvin Washington.
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Hosted by DJ Fred Bugsy Buggs and featuring Unique Chapman.
Written and produced by Jason Peters
Production Assistant Christine Diaz
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
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This episode of Captains & Majors is focused on the past, present, and future of the Howard Bison Football Team. Meet football players, alumni, and staff from Howard University as they prepare for the HBCU New York Football Classic!
Guests Include: Dr. David Wall Rice, HC Larry Scott, Kenny Gallop Jr., Quinton Williams, Darrian Brokenburr, OL Coach Brandon Torrey, AD Kery Davis, Equipment Manager Van Dyke Jones, and Strength & Conditioning Coach Lucas Lopez.
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Hosted by DJ Fred Bugsy Buggs and featuring Unique Chapman.
Written and produced by Jason Peters
Production Assistant Chrissy Diaz
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Rhythm & Views is hosted by Krista B, Niani Noelle, and Zayna The Brand about the trending topics and biggest stories in R&B today. They've got Rhythm and they've got Views - welcome to Rhythm & Views!
New Episodes Drop Every Other Thursday on WBLS Podcasts - next episode of Rhythm & Views is coming out 2/23!
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