The purpose of our show is to bring information and solutions to issues that impact the day-to-day lives of minorities.We can bring this value add by leveraging the knowledge of our host, Walter Latham, Sr. , co-host, Michelle Swiney, and our Panel, consisting of experts in various disciplines and life experiences.
Episodes
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Where is Kaepernick? The Tyreek Hill Arrest
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Summary The conversation delves into the recent arrest of NFL player Tyreek Hill, exploring the racial dynamics involved in police encounters, the need for reform in policing practices, and the importance of community engagement through voting. The speakers share personal experiences and insights on systemic racism, the fear and bias faced by Black individuals in interactions with law enforcement, and the necessity for change in societal attitudes and policing protocols.
takeaways
- Tyreek Hill's arrest raises questions about police conduct.
- Racial bias often influences perceptions of Black individuals.
- The need for clear rules of engagement for police.
- Community engagement through voting is crucial for change.
- Mental health support for police officers is essential.
- Fear and bias in policing can lead to tragic outcomes.
- Colin Kaepernick's protest highlighted systemic issues in policing.
- Black individuals often feel the need to comply to avoid escalation.
- There is a historical context to the fear of police among Black communities.
- Change requires collective action and community involvement.
titles
- The Need for Change in Policing
- Voting and Community Engagement
Sound Bites
- "What do y'all guys think of what happened to Tyreek Hill?"
- "It's always his fault."
- "I'm tired of that. It's the most purest form of racism."
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
The Debate: Dogs, Cats, and Geese, Oh My!
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
Tuesday Sep 24, 2024
In this episode of The Walt Weekly Podcast, the hosts discuss the recent debate between V.P. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, analyzing their performances and the implications for leadership and character in politics. They delve into the dynamics of the debate, highlighting Kamala's strong presence and Trump's controversial remarks. The conversation shifts to the importance of engaging undecided voters and understanding the motivations behind support for Trump, particularly within the Black community. The hosts emphasize the significance of local politics and the need for voter engagement leading up to the elections.
takeaways
- Kamala Harris effectively challenged Trump during the debate.
- The debate showcased a stark contrast in leadership styles.
- Character and integrity are crucial for political leaders.
- Fear tactics have been historically used in politics.
- Engaging undecided voters requires understanding their perspectives.
- Support for Trump among Black men is complex and multifaceted.
- Local politics play a vital role in national elections.
- Voter engagement is essential for a healthy democracy.
- Understanding different viewpoints can foster productive dialogue.
- All skin folks ain't kin folks, highlighting diversity in political beliefs.
titles
- Engaging the Undecided Voter
- Understanding Support for Trump
Sound Bites
- "Kamala killed Trump on this."
- "She whipped his butt."
- "He is a rambling old man."
Chapters
00:00Debate Dynamics: Kamala vs. Trump
10:32Character and Leadership: A Critical Analysis
20:00Engaging the Undecided Voter
30:24Understanding Support for Trump
34:15The Importance of Local Politics
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Walter Latham CEO of Latham Entertainment Part 1| Rebroadcast
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Walter Latham Sr. and Michelle Swiney McCombs interview Walter Latham Jr., the CEO of Latham Entertainment and the creator of the Original Kings of Comedy. They discuss various topics, including personal updates, current projects, future plans, writing a book, the success of Kings of Comedy, the genesis of the original tour, the potential for a movie on Walter Latham's life, future business plans, challenges in the entertainment industry, and opportunities for collaboration.
The conversation covers a range of topics including the impact of social media, public beefs, the perception of reality, the importance of bringing people together, the Irving Outlaw Scholarship Foundation, income inequality and poverty, the state of the country, political priorities, and the future of African-Americans.
The state of stand-up comedy is also discussed. Is the art better than before? We get his viewpoint
Walter Latham Sr and Walter discuss the transition from being a promoter to a producer, the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), and concerns about the future of AI.
Walter's Bio
Walter Latham is often referred to as "The King of Comedy,” for the indelible imprint he has made on the world of urban comedy. Latham changed the comedy landscape when he took urban comedy out of small theaters and into large-scale arenas and stadiums. His "Kings of Comedy" tour sold out in all major arenas throughout the United States, out-sold all of the Pop and R&B concerts during the same time, and remains one of the largest grossing tours in US history.
Latham produced the Award-winning “The Original Kings of Comedy” movie along with MTV Films, directed by Spike Lee, and distributed by Paramount Pictures. It became the first urban comedy tour film to top box offices throughout the U.S., and remains second to this day behind Eddie Murphy’s “Raw.”
He later created and produced "The Queens of Comedy," starring Academy-Award winner, Mo'Nique, "The Latin Kings of Comedy," starring George Lopez, and two seasons of HBO’s hit comedy series "P. Diddy Presents the Bad Boys of Comedy."
Latham continues to ink deals with distributors such as Hulu, Facebook, and YouTube and is currently in pre-production on a show for Comedy Central.
Latham is Founder and Chairman of The Walter Latham Foundation, which provides scholarships to underserved children and sponsors youth-oriented events annually.
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
The TWW Team Weighs In On VP Harris And Convict Trump
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
Tuesday Sep 03, 2024
In this episode of The Walt Weekly Podcast, the hosts discuss various political topics, including Kamala Harris's rise to the forefront, the war in Gaza and Ukraine, and the state of the economy. They also address the issue of divisiveness within the African American community and the attacks on minority people by extreme right-wingers in the UK. The hosts emphasize the importance of unity and understanding our shared history.
Keywords politics, Kamala Harris, war, economy, divisiveness, African-American community, attacks, extreme right-wingers, UK
takeaways
- The hosts discuss Kamala Harris's rise to the forefront and the historic nature of the upcoming election.
- They highlight the impact of the war in Gaza and Ukraine on the Black community.
- The hosts emphasize the importance of unity and addressing the divisions within the African American community.
- They discuss the attacks on minority people by extreme right-wingers in the UK and draw parallels to the divisiveness in the United States.
titles
- The Impact of War on the Black Community
- Kamala Harris's Rise and the Historic Election
Sound Bites
- "This election is going to be a pivotal moment in our history as a democracy."
- "The way they targeted our younger people was excellent."
- "Trump has essentially put up a barrier for any type of rumor."
Chapters
00:00Introduction and Overview
01:09Kamala Harris's Rise and the Historic Election
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
What Has Integration Done for Us?
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
This episode of The Walt Weekly discusses the impact of integration on the Black community in the United States. The host argues that integration has not been beneficial and has led to the decline of black businesses, the black family unit, and black education. The need for people of color to recognize the negative effects of integration and focus on building wealth and creating their own businesses is emphasized. The episode also highlights the lack of black educators and the importance of representation in the classroom.
Keywords integration, black community, black businesses, black family unit, black education, wealth creation, black educators, representation
takeaways
- Integration has not been beneficial to the Black community in the United States.
- The decline of black businesses, the black family unit, and black education can be attributed to integration.
- People of color should focus on building wealth and creating their own businesses.
- The lack of black educators and representation in the classroom negatively impacts black students.
titles
- The Decline of the Black Family Unit
- Building Wealth and Creating Black Businesses
Sound Bites
- "What has integration done for you?"
- "On average, white people have seven times more wealth than we do."
- "We need wealth that we can pass on to our kids, our grandkids, our great grandkids."
Chapters
00:00The Negative Impact of Integration on the Black Community
03:49Building Wealth and Creating Black Businesses
08:19The Decline of the Black Family Unit
11:56The Importance of Black Educators and Representation in Education
Tuesday Aug 20, 2024
Terrell Rhodes Businessman Extraordinaire: Part 2
Tuesday Aug 20, 2024
Tuesday Aug 20, 2024
In part two of the interview with Mr. Terrell Rhodes discusses his mindset shift and the importance of renewing the mind. He emphasizes the need to challenge flawed thinking and develop new thought processes in order to achieve personal growth and success. Mr. Rhodes also shares his journey as an entrepreneur, including the challenges he faced when first starting out and the milestone achievements he has reached. He highlights the importance of leaving a legacy for his children and empowering them to become successful business owners. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the value of information and the impact of platforms like The Walt Weekly Podcast in providing valuable insights and mentoring to the community.
Sound Bites
- "Renew your mind and everything else will follow."
- "Challenge your current mindset and thinking to create positive change."
- "Creating a legacy that runs five generations deep."
Contact Mr. Rhodes
Generationautosales252@gmail.com
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
We Had To Talk About It: With Ernest and Briggette
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
Tuesday Aug 13, 2024
In this episode Walt, Sgt. Robinson, and Briggette Stokes discuss the upcoming presidential campaign.
- The transition from Biden to Kamala Harris is discussed, with the hosts expressing their support for the change.
- The importance of voting in both national and local elections is emphasized.
- The hosts explore the role of black individuals in politics and the support for Trump among some black voters.
- The concept of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is examined, with the hosts highlighting how it can be used as a negative trope.
Sound Bites
- "Skin folks ain't always kin folk."
- "Your reality is not my reality."
- "They not like us."
Chapters
00:00Transition from Biden to Kamala Harris
01:25The Importance of Voting in National and Local Elections
03:24The Role of Black Individuals in Politics
08:01The Controversy Surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
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Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Terrell Rhodes Businessman Extraordinaire: Part 1
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Tuesday Aug 06, 2024
Terrell Rhodes, a seasoned entrepreneur and business coach, shares his journey and the secrets to building a successful business. He grew up in a small town in North Carolina, raised by his grandmother and deeply influenced by his church community. Terrell is dedicated to mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs and has a unique approach to business strategy and mindset coaching. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and how it can shape one's success.
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Opera Singer Marie Claire Sits Down With the Walt Weekly:Rebroadcast
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
Tuesday Jul 30, 2024
The Walt Weekly Podcast welcomes Opera singer Marie Claire for an in-depth interview. We will cover her humble beginnings, major accomplishments, and how she sees the future post-covid.
More About Marie Claire Abuard
MC studied opera singing in Rome, Italy, and debuted at Carnegie Hall. She has performed on world stage singing, opera, jazz, and musical theater at Madison Square Garden, Barclays Center, United Nations, Summerstage, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and HB Studio to name a few.
Marie-Claire is also a composer collaborating on a song cycle with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer John Harbison and creating her very own style where she mixes her operatic vocals with other genres of music.
A firm believer in giving back, MC reaches out to underprivileged children and young adults in her community of the South Bronx and whenever she tours locally, nationally, and internationally with awards from the NAACP, City of New York, and New York State Senate.
Website: www.marieclairemusic.com
Music Composed by:
Justin Swiney
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Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
Sgt. Ernest J. Robinson Joins The Walt Weekly
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
Tuesday Jul 09, 2024
In this episode of the Walt Weekly Podcast, Walter Latham Sr, Kena Parham, and Sergeant Ernest Robinson discuss various topics including the poor performance of President Joe Biden in the recent debate, the impact of Supreme Court decisions on the Black community, and the issue of immigration. They also touch on the importance of taking action and showing details rather than making empty statements. The conversation explores the role of the president, the challenges faced by the Black community, and the need for individuals to take responsibility for their own success. The conversation covers various topics, including the impact of historical systemic systems on individuals, the importance of education, commitment, and discipline in achieving success, the recent Supreme Court decisions, and the role of individuals in creating change through running for office and making proposals for legislation.
KeywordsWalt Weekly Podcast, President Joe Biden, debate, Supreme Court decisions, Black community, immigration, taking action, details, empty statements, role of the president, challenges, responsibility, success, systemic systems, historical impact, education, commitment, discipline, Supreme Court decisions, running for office, legislation
About Sgt. Ernest J. Robinson
Ernest Is D.C. Government Veteran Outreach Specialist. Ernest has served as Congressional Relations Officer and Legislative Associate in his past works. For over a decade Ernest has served as a Grassroots organizer and advocate for issues concerning our schools, criminal justice system and the welfare of HBCUs. Ernest is USMC Combat Veteran who is now serving in the Va National Guard.