Activism
Documentary Film On Clarence Avant, “The Black Godfather,” Debuts June 7th (Trailer)
May 28, 2019
WHOA! WHO IS THIS MAN??!!
Well, I dunno about you, but I WILL find out June 7th. I must put an end to the shame of knowing NOTHING about a man, a Black man, that EVERYBODY who is anybody knows and speaks highly of… including TWO former U.S. Presidents!!
Who is The Black Godfather? Witness the exceptional and unlikely rise of Clarence Avant, a music executive who influenced legends such as Bill Withers, Snoop Dogg, Quincy Jones, Muhammad Ali, Hank Aaron, Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton and so many more.
– Netflix
– @ojones1
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Principal Akbar Cook Is Still Taking Care Of His ‘Babies’ With His ‘Lights On’ Program (Video)
May 27, 2019
First, a spot on Ellen (see our post here). Now, CNN is covering the Newark (New Jersey, USA) principal. This brother Akbar Cook and his amazing work should keep getting the spotlight on big awesome platforms as an example of what normal people who dare to show extraordinary care can do to make this world a better place!
“When it all gets down to it, we’re saving lives,” says Akbar Cook, the principal of West Side High School in Newark, New Jersey. Cook founded and directs, a program that gives students a safe place to go on Friday nights, when crime and gun violence are prevalent. In the past three years, Cook says, West Side hasn’t lost any students to gun violence.
– CNN
– @ojones1
Posted in Activism, Cover Story, Education, Human Interest, News, Videos, Youth | Tags: Akbar Cook, at-risk kids, at-risk students, CNN, Lights On, New Jersey, Newark, Principal Akbar Cook, The Good Stuff, Westside High School | No Comments »
Tierra Speaks On Helping Herself By Helping Others On Odell’s Roundtable (Video)
May 22, 2019
Yoooo! My bredren Odell always gets the best guests, but Tierra though… she’s a goddess! BEAUTIFUL! Her poise and countenance spoke before she said a word. Just regal! And then we hear from the Queen. Wow!
Had the pleasure of having Tierra Burrell AKA Tierra Goes Green join me on the Roundtable. We talked about health, helping people and the importance of going inward. She is a great businesswoman along with being a plant-based holistic thought leader who speaks around the country. She holds no punches when talking about health & what we put into our bodies and how that affects our overall health.
– ArtByOdell
– @ojones1
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Wu-Tang Clan Members Speak On The Upcoming Documentary & Things We Need To ‘Fall Back’ On (Video)
May 14, 2019
Got almost the whole dang Wu-Tang Clan to bring da m*thaph**kin ruckus… and the wisdom!! Cool sit down with the vets and Ari. Enjoy.
In a very special “takeover edition†of Fallback Friday, members of the legendary Hip-Hop group, Wu-Tang Clan – RZA, Ghostface Killah, U-God, Inspectah Deck, Cappadonna and Masta Killa – join MSNBC’s Ari Melber for a wide-ranging interview, covering topics like gun violence, racism and bigotry, the subliminal “war†in Hip-Hop culture between “young heads†and “old heads†and more.
– MSNBC
– @ojones1
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Angela Rye Speaks On The Mueller Report, President Trump’s Impeachable Offenses & List Of Lies (Video)
May 10, 2019
Yes, yes, YES! They got my woke bae Angela on the morning show again. And I’m here for it AND her… every damn time. For the Eye Candy and the insights.
Angela Rye, American attorney and the Principal and CEO of IMPACT Strategies, drops in to give her take on the 2020 presidential race thus far. The CNN political commentator also reacts to The Mueller Report and reparations.
– Breakfast Club Power 105.1 FM
– @ojones1
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Dr. Sebi’s Former Wife Ma’a & His Son Sesa Speak On The Coming Documentary And To Address Rumors (Video)
May 6, 2019
Wow. So, Dr. Sebi’s son Sesa says Nick Cannon is the only one who reached to tell the Doc’s story; not Nipsey Hussle. Worth leaning in and listening intensely to this clip for that tidbit and other insights.
Former wife of the late Dr. Sebi, Ma’a & his son Sesa stopped by Ebro In The Morning to bring clarity to misunderstandings, and confusion about the herbalist and healer whose name recently surfaced once again after the passing of Nipsey Hussle.
They also spoke on Left Eye & the last days of her life, whether Magic Johnson was really cured of HIV, Nick Cannon reaching out to complete the Dr. Sebi documentary, and also told stories of people who had used their program.
– HOT 97
Ma’a just might end up getting that hashtag to trend (mentioned it in another interview posted on here)… #WereYouThere
Dr. Sebi’s Family Speaks On His Life, On His Healing Ways, And On Controversies Involving Him (Video)
May 3, 2019
Old interview, but interesting information.
Tasha K getting exclusive insights and perspectives from Usha & ex-wife Ma’a. And Tasha speaks on the Nipsey Hussle’s documentary efforts in bringing Dr. Sebi’s story and wisdom to light.
Over 30 kids? Wow. Lots to unpack in this.
Posted in Activism, Health and Wellness, Interview, Podcast, Relationships, Shots, Videos | Tags: Alfredo Bowman, Dr. Sebi, Dr. Sebi's Family, Ma'a, Tasha K, TashaK, unWine with Tasha K, unWine with TashaK, unWinewithTashaK, Usha | No Comments »
Mehsij Speaks On His Hip-Hop Journey And Righteous Message On Odell’s Roundtable (Video)
April 29, 2019
Ah! Gospel rapper Mehsij pronounces his name ‘Message’… as in his raps are not just about words but the Good Word!
Mehsij is an artist from Albany, NY, who relocated to Atlanta to further push his music career. At one time he thought it would be as simple as meeting an already established famous artist then it would be easy going. Once in Atlanta, he changed his mind state stayed on his grind but has made it a point to do his part with mentoring and helping the community. He is part of the organization M.O.S. (Men Of Standard) where they partner with school & other groups to help an example and sometimes just being an ear for kids.
– ArtByOdell
And what a life story dude has. Check it out!
– @ojones1
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Charlton Palmer Speaks On Being “CP The Artist†& Not Being Put In A Box On Odell’s Roundtable (Video)
April 22, 2019
Knowledge and confidence in self. VERY important! Watch as CP draws a parallel between his lane in the art world and the rap game. Dude has been ‘Kanye-ing the game’ for some time now. Another dope interview from the homie Odell.
Charlton Palmer aka CP The Artist is a self-taught artist who refuses to be locked down by a particular style or medium. A native of NJ who has made Atlanta his home now knows firsthand what it’s like to try and get your name out in a new city. He talks about how he balances working his craft while also having to be his own publicist and anything else it calls for to run his business. It’s a great discussion on staying creative and also what he has coming up in the near future. So check his work out at cptheartist.com and let he and I know what you got from the discussion!
– ArtByOdell
– @ojones1
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Common x The Sesame Street Muppets – “Respect” (Give It, Live It) [Video]
April 22, 2019
Give it, live it, #RESPECT. @common #RespectBringsUsTogether pic.twitter.com/250yrWXLYM
— Sesame Street (@sesamestreet) April 18, 2019
Usually only get Sesame Street infused with Hip-Hop when YouTubers take it upon themselves to do their own mashups. But this is cool. Push down that urge to judge it as corny and get the message and where it is aimed: Children (and parents) need this plain & simple direct messaging on RESPECT.
Messaging and respect. That’s as Hip-Hop as it gets, folks. Kudos to Common and all the Muppets on the Street for representing good values.
Melchisedek Shabazz Allah Speaks On Dr. Sebi, His Healing Programs, And His ‘Blockers’ (Video)
April 18, 2019
Do you know about Dr. Sebi; the man whose knowledge Nipsey Hussle was set to bring out on that next level (some folks thinking that Nip was killed to prevent such enlightenment)?
The Late Dr. Sebi had revolutionary ideas on health & diet. Here’s Brother Melchisedek Shabazz Allah speaking on Dr. Sebi and his legacy.
Posted in Activism, Faith, Health and Wellness, Interview, Series, Videos | Tags: Dr. Sebi, Laugh At First Site, Melchisedek Shabazz Allah | No Comments »
Minister Louis Farrakhan Speaks In Honor Of Nipsey Hussle At The Marathon Clothing Store (Video)
April 16, 2019
He smoked reefer. Me, too.
How dope is this! The Minister came to speak life where it was taken. Real talk. The realest. I (and you, I’m sure) keep finding that we miss Nipsey Hussle more and more each day… at least for now. Beautiful words. Lyrical. In celebration of Hussle the hood inspiration #RIPNIP
The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan speaks on Nipsey Hussle at The Marathon Clothing Store in Los Angeles, California on April 10, 2019.
– The Nation Of Islam
– @ojones1
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Britteny Speaks On Finding Herself As “Trap Yoga Bae” On Odell’s Roundtable (Video)
April 15, 2019
Ladies and gentlemen, I present the interview quote of this decade: “How can yoga help you when you are so stressed out that you wanna just slap a hoe?” Baaaahahaaa (but for real, how?)!
YOU MUST WATCH THIS! I always watch & listen when the homie Odell uploads a show because it will be QUALITY. The bonus here is the guest. Odell always invites the best to sit with him, but Britteny is FIRE! Heavy on the woke (consciousness) and just as heavy on the WOW (just look at her, Yeezus West)!
Britteny AKA Trap Yoga Bae stops by the Roundtable. Its a great discussion on how she built her brand from the ground up. She explains how she took on Yoga just as a way to relieve stress and it’s led to her purpose. She breaks down some of her ratchet affirmations & encourages us all to just do some good in the world. This was a fun episode!
– ArtByOdell
– @ojones1
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Hasan Responds: How Does He Have So Much Energy For His ‘Patriot Act’ Episodes? (Video)
April 11, 2019
Think Hasan Minhaj is ‘too amped’ on stage? HA! You don’t know the half…
Hasan has seen so many comments online wondering how he has so much energy on stage, but the reality is he actually has to tone things down. Watch as Hasan takes us through his daily routine at normal energy levels.
– Patriot Act
– @ojones1
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Hasan Responds: Does Patriot Act Use A Laugh Track? (Video)
April 5, 2019
Baaahahaa! Here’s one that the haters might not even get. Jab at ‘Patriot Act’ on the low, like the show is not hilarious AND relevant. And Minhaj and crew take a not-so-subliminal poke back at you.
Laugh track. Ummm… His name is Kevin. Show some respect. HA!
– @ojones1
Nipsey Hussle’s Legacy (Video)
April 3, 2019
What an incredible and insightful tribute to the fallen hood hero Nipsey Hussle. Respek on the name TYT Sports for this clip. Watch #RIPNIP
RIP Nipsey Hussle. Rick Strom breaks it down.
– @ojones1
Posted in Activism, Call To Action, Hip-Hop, Human Interest, Sports, Videos | Tags: How To Continue Nipsey Hussle's Legacy, Nipsey Hussle, Rick Strom, The Young Turks, TYT, TYT Sports | No Comments »
Hasan Minhaj’s Shares What He Misses From ‘The Daily Show’ (Video)
April 2, 2019
More than a couple of ‘aww’ moments on this behind-the-scenes short from the Patriot Act set. Still funny though.
On this episode of Deep Cuts, Hasan reminisces about one thing he misses from his time at ‘The Daily Show,’ discusses the lessons he hopes to pass, or not pass, onto his daughter, and takes time to console a fan who just got out of a long term relationship.
– @ojones1
RIP Nipsey Hussle (Video)
April 1, 2019
I hoped against all hope that it was not true, but CNN and major news and online reporting outlets confirm that Nipsey Hussle died tragically, the result of a shooting near his clothing store, in the area of Crenshaw and Slauson. Born Ermias Davidson Asghedom, he was 33 years old.
Beyond the obvious, what is really saddening is that while Nip lived a lifetime in his short years, he had so much more to live for. He was fresh off a well-deserved Grammy nomination and consistently recognized for his solid body of work in rap, his noteworthy successes in business, and his neighborhood activism in keeping with global thinking and local action. But he was due for more: J. Cole and Drake both shared that they were set to do songs with him and would miss his presence. He was in the final stages of buying up the block [where his business operates] and bringing peace & brotherhood to his hood. And we just posted on the committed relationship and family life he had built with Lauren London on here.
Grammy-nominated rapper Nipsey Hussle died after a shooting in Los Angeles near a clothing store he owned, according to a high-ranking law enforcement official with the Los Angeles Police Department. CNN’s Brooke Baldwin discusses with DJ HeadKrack.
– CNN
Such a loss for us all. In time, we will heal. But for now, we will mourn. Rest In Peace, Neighborhood Nip.
– @ojones1
Politics: Hasan Minhaj On Hip-Hop And Streaming (Video)
March 29, 2019
Great show on the impact of Hip-Hop… on Hasan himself and the world!
On the latest episode of Patriot Act, Hasan dissects how the rise of music streaming on platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and SoundCloud has influenced the sound, reach, and impact of modern day Hip-Hop. While streaming technology has led to the commercial viability of SoundCloud rappers, it is simultaneously enabling rap as a viable form of protest against oppressive regimes around the world.
– Patriot Act
Get your laughs, but pay attention and learn something. ‘Professor’ Minhaj is always teaching with his humor.
– @ojones1
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The Homeless In Washington DC Can Eat At Sakina Halal Grill… FREE (Video)
March 26, 2019
I’m trying to worship our Creator through food.
Maaaan, this might hoke you up. Delicious FREE food for the homeless… that will feed YOUR soul!
This immigrant-owned restaurant in Washington, D.C. just blocks from the White House feeds the homeless and poor every single day as if they were full paying customers, no questions asked.
– ABC 7 News – WJLA
Respek on the name Kazi Mannan!
– @ojones1
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