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Many black women during then aftermath of the death of Kobe Bryant have found themselves chiming in with their own oppressors. Many have done so without any real analysis of why they would readily jump to the defense of a black male who had no interest in them at all. But why? This is a very serious question that most black women who are being reactionary in their responseto this latest situation invoving an interview Gayle King conducted with Lisa Leslie, are not aware of. Their responses all over social media are in fact, self destructive. I will examine the overall scope of this situation,put it in a historical context and give a more in depth and historical explanation as to why Gayle King was targeted by the black patriarchy.
The recent uproar within the black community around these two characters has got to be put into proper perspective. Please join me as I give a real analysis to these two situations and bring clarity and focus without the misogynistic rhetoric. Call in with comments. 347.215.8933
The recent events in Baltimore brought the issue of black women and their role as parents and as participants in black protests movements to the forefront. From the women who hit her son and was defined with a narrative by national, primarily white media to the black women who were standing on the frontines in protests in front of police for black male victims of violence but are noticeably absent around protests around black women who are victimized as well. This episode will explore the reason why black women are consistently presented in a very narrowly defined way and will open up a discussion on why they are expected to accept pain as a norm and regular part of their existence in contrast to other races of women. Call in with questions and comments. 347.215.8933
The National Guard has been called in and curfew is set at 10pm Eastern time in Baltimore tonight. Call in and voice your thoughts about what is happening and share any info you have with the listeners if you are from the Baltimore area.
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The issue of colorism in the black diaspora is as old as slavery and colonialism itself. Any discussion of the topic brings up many painful incidents of childhood and every black person seems to have a story to tell about how it has affected their lives in some way. The various issues that exist around skin shade have affected the way that black people view themselves and each other. Of particular interest is the effect and impact that colorism has had on dark skinned black women. Rashida Marie Strober is taking on the task of tackling the issue and speaking out against the discrimination that dark skinned women have faced and bringing to the forefront the impact it has had on their well being emotionally and psychologically. Join us for a lively discussion of her new book and the topic of colorism in the black community. CALL IN WITH QUESTIONS: 347.215.8933
On Monday night, January 19th, Oprah's network OWN will be present a new documentary by accalimed film director Bill Duke entitled Light Girls. The documentary, like its previously aired counterpart Dark Girls, will explore the various aspects of life and issues that black, light skinned women have faced growing up in the black community. Be sure to catch it on OWN and then call in with your thoughts and feelings about the film and your feelings about the issue of colorism in the black community. 347-215-8933
So this week we had Phylicia Rashad make a statement about Cosby and then say she was misquoted, while three more women came forward, the premiere of the new drama Empire and homophobia spewed all over the web from black people as a result, the situation in France, real or staged and the Roger Goodell/Ray Rice situation. There is lots to discuss. Call in 347-215-8933
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The latest television show added to the fray of reality show portrayals of black life in America, is a show called Sorority Sisters. It depicts women who are members of the Divine 9 black Greek letter sororities. Saying the show displays them in a less than favorable light is an understatement. There have been many protests and a huge petition to stop the show yet VH1 has still gone forward with its airing. The show brings up a lot of questions about the way black people and black women in particular have been portrayed in media historically and raises a lot of questions about how corporate media is affecting the image of black women in society. Guest Michelle Gordon Jackson, a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and the former daughter-in-law of the former Atlanta Mayor, Maynard H. Jackson will be featured. CALL IN WITH QUESTIONS 347 215-8933.
There is a major question in the black community about whether or not physical punishment is a viable option for disciplining children. The practice has been around since slavery and is so ingrained into black parents, that it isn't viewed as something that is problematic but rather a necessary component to parenting. In her Book Beating Black Kids, author Asadah Kirkland, discusses why black parents have got to change their thinking about this tradition and gives effective alternatives for parents who may be uninformed about how to be effective at parenting in a way that doesn't involve corporal punishment. Asadah Kirkland is the featured guest on the show. Please call in and share your views. WE WILL ALSO BE DISCUSSING THE LATEST IN THE NYPD BROOKLYN POLICE SHOOTING. CALL IN 347-215-8933
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There are tons of discussions about feminism but very few black people actually know what it is about. Most have never read a book about it or even understand its history. The word itself has been used as a weapon against black women as a way of insulting them and making them feel as if they are not loyal to the race if they define themselves as feminists. The images of a group of anti male, masculine type, women who are all lesbians, springs to mind whenever the word feminism is brought up. Black women especially, have been conditioned to believe that the mythology around the word feminism makes it something they should refuse to be associated with. They havve bought into the stigmatization of the word itself, wtihout ever having even read one book about it. Black males are even worse, as they will continue to spread lies about this area of activism and any correct information about it is immediately dismissed as being "anti-black". This episode will explore the history of black feminism, how it came about, what it really is and why there is a fear of it. It will serve to inform and dispel the myths associated with black feminism and give one an insight into why it is more vital than ever to ensure that black women and men work to further its aims.
This is part two of a series.The scandal involving Bill Cosby and the rape allegations, is a major topic on the web as of late. The responses have ranged from full support of him, to people wanting his head on a stake. However what is often overlooked is the impact that these discussions are having on the victims of rape and how the ridiculing of the women involved, is ultimately going to prevent even more rape victims from telling what happened to them. The black community has a variety of views and a major one is why the women didn't come forward sooner. In fact, many have gone so far as to saying that the women involved in these allegations are all involved in some grand media conspiracy to "bring the black man down". We will discuss and explore the many aspects of this case, the responses from the black community and the historical norms behind those responses. Please feel free to call in and share your views and remember to follow Progressive Black Thinkers Radio by clicking on the tab.
The latest scandal involving Bill Cosby and the rape allegations, is a major topic on the web as of late. The responses have ranged from full support of him, to people wanting his head on a stake. However what is often overlooked is the impact that these discussions are having on the victims of rape and how the ridiculing of the women involved, is ultimately going to prevent even more rape victims from telling the what happened to them. The black community has a variety of views and a major one is why the women didn't come forward sooner. In fact, many have gone so far as to saying that the women involved in these allegations are all involved in some grand media conspiracy to "bring the black man down". We will discuss and explore the many aspects of this case and take your questions during the podcast. Please feel free to call in and share your views.
Part two of our first show test launch. There are far too many black males creating shows, video blogs, You Tube videos and posts on social media sites that are for the sole purpose of lying to and slamming black women. This insanity needs to end. We will be discussing thee tactics that these black males use and what black women can do to protect themselves from the onslaught. This will be the first in a series.
Our first show test launch. There are far too many black males creating shows, video blogs, You Tube videos and posts on social media sites that are for the sole purpose of lying to and slamming black women. This needs insanity needs to end. We will be discussing thee tactics that these black males use and what black women can do to protect themselves from the onslaught. This will be the first in a series.