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
Thursday Sep 05, 2019
Thursday Sep 05, 2019
Why are we disagreeing with each other over Jay Z’s deal with the NFL?
The NFL announced the new deal with Jay-Z and Roc Nation on August 13. Together, the two organizations say they will collaborate on various social justice initiatives, as well as Super Bowl halftime shows. The same week, TMZ also reported that Jay-Z was exploring potential part ownership of an NFL team.
Kaepernick has not played in an NFL game since 2016.
How did Kaepernick get into the equation? The media put him there. This continues to divide us and maintain the status.
Sunday Aug 04, 2019
Sunday Aug 04, 2019
I was shocked, dismayed, hurt, and above all had this feeling of dread when I heard that Black American home ownership has fallen to its lowest level in 50 years. According to The National Association of Real Estate Brokers, the passage of the Fair Housing Act in 1968 helped remove legal discrimination in housing purchases. Even though discrimination was rampant, blacks were able to buy homes in their neighborhoods.
I couldn’t believe what I was reading. So, I continued my research and came up with this:
- Black Homeownership ended in 2016 at 41.7 percent
- This is down from almost 9% since 2004 according to the US Census Bureau
Wednesday Jul 24, 2019
Wednesday Jul 24, 2019
It has always puzzled me why we have not been to able effect change utilizing our right to assemble and protest peacefully. Why is that other groups can come together and protest and produce change or compromise?
Tuesday Jul 16, 2019
Tuesday Jul 16, 2019
How did you feel when the president went there? It was only a matter of time. You may have notice that I have refused and will continue not to say the name of the current occupant of the White House. It has also been my experience that overt racism was a sign of insecurity. Smart and confident people don’t resort to such primitive behavior.
Growing up in Eastern North Carolina during the 60’s, racism was open. A white kid could call me the n-word and I responded with cracker. We knew where we stood and moved on from there. Now being the head of the country is another problem all together.
In an earlier episode of this show, I was very clear when I said that Black Americans did not come from Africa. We may have blood lines back to the Continent, but after being snatched away by force and separated and made slaves, this country is as much ours than any white man. Our blood runs through the fabric of this country. Without us, No country.
Thursday Jul 11, 2019
Thursday Jul 11, 2019
We need to acknowledge that we slant towards white businesses at our own detriment. Why is this bad? Because this money leaves our neighborhood and increases their wealth at the expense of ours. Think! Wealth brings better homes, education of our kids, and the transfer of wealth to our kids and grand kids. It also provides skills and jobs and gives us more than just financial strength but Political strength.
The burden of correcting this problem is not only with the customer. It also falls squarely in the lap of the service provider. I ave found that the short-term gain is more important than establishing a reputation for quality performance. Why do we continue to do this?
Tuesday Jun 25, 2019
Tuesday Jun 25, 2019
What are you going to do when they come for you?
I have been working in Multinational Corporations for more than 30 years
From 1 Wall Street to Tokyo, Japan, as I rose up the corporate ladder, the less Black and other minorities I saw. This got to the extreme in most instances. I was the only Black person in the room
What you have to understand is that the higher we go the less we are represented. As they say, it is lonely at the top.
This occurred throughout my career
Being good at what you do does not prevent them from cutting you when there is a Reduction in Force. To be perfectly honest, Last Hired, First Fired
Knowing your value and being dedicated to exceptional performance is the key to longevity
Know that you are the best, and prove it!
What ever you need in your toolbox, BS, MBA, Certification, get it. This serves to level the playing field a bit
Sunday Jun 09, 2019
Sunday Jun 09, 2019
Do you laugh at those people who test their abilities to survive off the grid by intentionally going into hostile environments, build shelters, store food and arms, and train their children to be able to defend their homes with weapons?
Folks I had an epiphany and I don’t see anyone, with the exception of white people taking action.
What did I realize? We have failed to do those things that gives us the best chance of surviving a catastrophic event.
Do you watch movies and TV shows depicting pandemics, species ending meteor strikes, military invasions, and major storms?
Are we ready to contribute to the protection of our country, home, family and property? This is food for thought. You decide whether you ignore this or start taking action to survive.
The possibility of a catastrophic event is real. Some planning is required. Take baby steps. Get to stepping!
Sunday May 12, 2019