A Moment of Truth
Episodes
29 episodes
Being a Black Father
Interview with Dr. Khalid White Dr. Khalid White, is an award-winning educator and Professor of Ethnic Studies/African American Studies. Dr. White holds a B.A. in Sociology from Morehouse College, an M.A. in Education from Harvard ...
Exploring Spirituality and Religion in the Black Community
Interview with Baba Greg Hodge Gregory Hodge is a social change activist and organizational development consultant with Khepera Consulting. Working as a strategist, meeting designer, facilitator and coach, Gregory works with a ran...
African Psychology
Discussion with Dr. Ifetayo FlanneryIfetayo M. Flannery is an assistant professor in the Department of Africana Studies at San Francisco State University. As a Temple graduate she was the 2016 recipient of the Molefi Kete Asante Founder...
The Politics of Black Identity
Interview with Dr. Camilla Hawthorne Dr. Camilla Hawthorne is a critical human geographer and interdisciplinary social scientist broadly interested in the racial politics of migration and citizenship, inequality, social movements, ...
Black Liberation
Interview with Nehanda ImaraNehanda Imara is an East Oakland resident, dedicated activist, organizer, educator and adjunct teacher for African American and Environmental Studies at Merritt College. Nehanda created the first Environmenta...
The Realities of Black Leadership
Interview with Dr. James Taylor Professor James Lance Taylor is from Glen Cove, Long Island. He is author of the book Black Nationalism in the United States: From Malcolm X to Barack Obama, which earned 2012 "Outstanding Academic Title"...
The Power of the Body, Trickin, Social Media and Hip Hop
Candid discussion with Tiara Phalon Tiara Phalon is a womanist writer/educator who finds provocative conversations to be tools for growth and inspiration. The topic of womanhood, femininity and how Black girl folk position themselv...
Black Male and Female Romantic Relationships
Interview with Fellana Randell, LMFTFellana Randell is a licensed marriage and family therapists in Oakland, Ca. She focuses on the challenges that single WOC face when approaching dating and singlehood. Fellana's goal is to help indivi...
Cardiovascular Health and Wellness
Interview with Simone Westerfield Simone is a Youth Market Director at the American Heart Association who loves connecting passionate volunteers who are inspired to make a happier, healthier Bay Area community free of cardiovascula...
Sexual Exploitation, Black Bodies, Pimping and Violence
Interview with Dr. Jennifer LyleFor over twenty-five years, Jennifer has actively worked towards the well-being of youth and their families. Her education and work have taken place in the streets, across continents, with community organ...
Toxic Masculinity
Interview with Candice ValenzuelaCandice Rose Valenzuela is a mother, educator, lecturer, writer, coach and community wellness advocate. Candice has worked at the intersection of urban education and holistic health for 12 years, serving...
Becoming Aware of Depression
Interview with Dr. Bedford PalmerDr. Bedford Palmer is a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY #28058). Dr. Palmer received his B.A. in Anthropology, with a minor in African American Studies from the University of California at Irvine. He...
Domestic Violence
Discussion with Falilah Aisha BilalFalilah experienced professional specializing in the areas of non-profit management, youth development, violence prevention and healing, arts integration and education, counseling psychology, organizat...
Exploring the Social Realities of Health Care and Wellness
Discussion with Dr. Damon FrancisAs interim director and medical director of Health Care for the Homeless, Dr. Francis led the adoption and expansion of clinical models addressing the whole person including medical, behavioral, and soci...
Parenting
A thoughtful discussion about parenting with Baba Ron Shaw and Baba Howard Pinderhughes.Ron Shaw is a member of the Brotherhood of Elders Network. He is long standing community advocate for children and families.Howard Pinderhug...
Love as a Revolutionary Act
A thoughtful discussion with Selena A. Wilson on Love as a Revolutionary ActA native of Oakland, California, Selena Wilson obtained her Bachelor’s in Human Services from Holy Names University. She went on to spend several years leading ...
Home Based Education
Discussion with Emani Dawson-BeyEmani is a wife, parent, educator, activist and entrepreneur.
In Conversation with Prentice Powell... Exploring Marriage, Fatherhood, Masculinity and Black America
A candid discussion with Prentice PowellWith humility uncommon to those of like talent, Prentice Powell approaches every stage from Amsterdam to London and South Africa, knowing that he has a gift, yet allowing his performance to speak ...
Black Joy Parade
Discussion with Elisha Greenwell Elisha Greenwell is a northern California native and 12-year advertising vet. Throughout her career she has developed award-winning brand strategy for companies such as Intel, Nike, Target and Starb...
The Nation of Islam
An interview with Abdul Sabur Muhammad (Keith Muhammad) A man of wisdom, courage, commitment and strength, Brother Abdul Sabur Muhammad is the Minister of Muhammad Mosque No. 26 and the Oakland,California representative of the Hono...
In Conversation with Mama Mizan and Brother Sizwe, exploring Love, Marriage, and the Sankofa Project
An intimate conversation with Sizwe Andrews-Abakah and Mizan Alkebulan-AbakahMizan has worked for over 20 years as a community organizer and youth development professional. Her commitment to social justice has fueled her work as a crisi...
Black Boy Poems with Tyson Amir
A candid discussion with Tyson AmirBorn and bred in the Bay Area is the creative, Tyson Amir. He is a rapper blessed with a poignant message, electrifying cadence, enlightening lyrics and it all combines to form a music with enough hear...
Reading Reflection #1 with Professor Seals
Professor Seals explores important text to discuss historical and modern, social political issues that impact the quality of life of people of African ancestry. The discourse unpacks the complexities of the issues and highlights methods to supp...