พอดคาสท์ Black Sea ชั้นนำ (2023)

In this thought-provoking interview, Dayvon speaks with Shawna Murray-Browne, founder of Kindred Wellness, about the intersection of African spirituality and revolutionary struggles for Black Liberation. With a wealth of knowledge and experience as a healer, therapist, and community leader, Shawna shares valuable insights into the ways in which tra…

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White Environmentalism Towards Grassroots Environmental Justice 28:04

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Lawrence and Rasheem discuss the intersection of environmentalism and racism in the United States. They explore the ways in which environmental racism has become a key focus of anti-racist discourse and organizing, drawing on the influential book "Dumping in Dixie" by Robert Bullard. Through a critical analysis of legal strategies and grassroots or…

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Building Collective Power for Black-led Social Change 20:25

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In this interview, Dayvon Love sits down with Jamye Wooten, the founder and CEO of CLLCTIVLY, to explore the critical need for collective economic development and narrative change to challenge myths of Black pathology in our communities. Jamye shares insights into his work with CLLCTIVLY, an organization committed to supporting and amplifying Black…

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Not Just "Food Deserts": Food Sovereignty for the Black Community 38:34

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Lawrence and Rasheem engage in a stimulating conversation that challenges the "food desert" narrative and explores what true food sovereignty might mean for the Black community. They discuss the dangers of relying solely on grocery stores to feed Black communities and why a more comprehensive approach is needed. Drawing on the histories of Black fa…

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The Intellectual Legacy of Mumia Abu-Jamal and Other Political Prisoners 1:04:58

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In this insightful interview, we have the pleasure of speaking with Todd Steven Burroughs, a renowned author, historian, and expert on the contributions of Black political prisoners to the struggle for freedom and justice. In this video, Todd shares his deep knowledge and expertise on the subject, with a particular focus on the intellectual contrib…

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2022 Midterms: Reflections & Moving Forward 1:27:55

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On this special episode, Lawrence Grandpre hosts a discussion on how the Black community should process the results of the 2022 Midterm Election. Support the show In Search of Black Power is a Black-owned internet show and podcast. This podcast is sponsored and produced by Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle (LBS). The internet show is published in col…

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The Myth and Propaganda of Black Buying Power 27:34

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In part two of our interview with Dr. Jared Ball - he discusses his book, “The Myth and Propaganda of Black Buying Power”, and addresses the folly of Black capitalism. Jared A. Ball is a father and husband. After that, he is a Professor of Communication Studies at Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. and is founder/curator of imixwhatilike.org…

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Mass media propaganda against Black liberation 29:48

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We sit down with Dr Jared Ball - co-founder and host on the Black Power Media (BPM) digital platform. In part one of our interview, he lays out the ways that mass media and propaganda are used against struggles for Black Liberation. Jared A. Ball is a father and husband. After that, he is a Professor of Communication Studies at Morgan State Univers…

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The political impacts of marginalizing Black/Pan-Afrikan Nationalism 36:46

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In part two of our examination of Black nationalism, we look at the political implications of the marginalization of Black nationalism. We analyze the limitations of current progressive Black political formations through the lens of not learning the lessons of Black nationalism and Pan-Afrikan nationalism. Finally, we use examples of work we do at …

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Revolutionary Black/Pan-Afrikan Nationalism: Beyond the Caricature 30:45

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In the first of this two-part episode, we take a look at some of the historical successes of Black nationalism as a political methodology. We then juxtapose those successes with the caricatures and stereotypes used to marginalize Black nationalism. Support the show In Search of Black Power is a Black-owned internet show and podcast. This podcast is…

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The Colonial Imagination's impact on African People (Part 2) 37:20

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In part two of our interview with Dr. Cleo Manago - we discuss the dynamics of intra-racial violence amongst Black people, particularly sexual and gender minorities. Cleo Manago is an African American activist and social architect who coined the term “same-gender-loving” (or SGL) as an alternative for African descended or black people who do not wi…

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The Colonial Imagination's impact on African People (Part 1) 35:47

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On this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cleo Manago - founder of the AmASSI Center in Baltimore, Maryland. We discuss the impact of colonialism and white supremacy on the collective attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of people of African descent. Cleo Manago is an African American activist and social architect who coined the term “same-gender-loving” …

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The Legacy of the Black Arts Movement 56:26

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We sit down with Ernest Shaw Jr. to discuss parallels between the Black Arts Movement and contemporary Black arts and Politics. Shaw is a globally renowned painter, teacher and mural artist from Baltimore City. He’s currently an artist in residence at Motor House. Learn more about his work: https://www.eshawart.com/ Support the show In Search of Bl…

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Were Unions a Form of White Affirmative Action? 48:19

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A common argument among the left is that cross-class multi-racial organizing is the key to defeating capitalism and inequity in general, with unions being the most potent tool to accomplish this task. In Part 2 of our examination of Ira Katznelson's book "When Affirmative Action Was White", we analyze his argument that Northern unions and the polit…

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When the "New Deal" was White Affirmative Action 38:27

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Universalist social policies like Social Security and Unemployment Insurance are praised as key to eliminating racial inequity. However, Ira Katznelson's book, "When Affirmative Action was White", challenges this argument. He explainins how Northern Democrats conceding to Dixiecrat desires to exclusion of Blacks from critical support provision led …

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The Successes and Challenges of Criminal Justice Reform 47:08

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Samantha Mellerson is with the W. Haywood Burns Institute, a national Black led organization that works to dismantle structural racism. We discuss the mainstream criminal justice reform movement and its successes and challenges. She also brings a depth of knowledge around nonprofit capacity building and is a certified empowerment and diversity coac…

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How the Child "Welfare" System destroys Black families (Part 2) 42:40

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In the second part of this conversation, we discuss some of the critical political elements, including: The power dynamics within interracial adoptions The politics of the Democratic party and an over-reliance on the Supreme Court Potential legislative solutions to build Black power in the child welfare space Support the show In Search of Black Pow…

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How the Child "Welfare" System destroys Black families (Part 1) 44:34

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Many well-meaning folks, in the name of "protecting children" support the idea of "child welfare/protective services" - believing government services that surveil families for signs of mistreatment are the only way to prevent child abuse. However, in a special two-part episode, we analyze how the reality of this system does not live up to its promi…

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Is the "left" actually addressing urban gun violence? (Part 2) 26:13

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Part Two of our conversation around the "left" and its engagement (or lack thereof) with urban gun violence. Topics discussed include: How the Black left should understand the "Black establishment" in more nuanced ways (to understand how to extract resources for the community on critical issues). What the left's failure of to persuade working class…

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Is the "left" actually addressing urban gun violence? (Part 1) 23:02

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Previous conversations have addressed how the progressive mainstream is failing to offer effective solutions to urban gun violence. In this follow-up episode, Lawrence and Dayvon address some of the reasons why these limitations exist. They’ll be discussing the nature of the left and what are the ideological and structural reasons why in-depth solu…

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Baltimore Political History w/ Senator Jill Carter 52:27

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Senator Jill P. Carter is the most progressive member of the Maryland State Senate and long time Maryland legislator. She discusses her battles with the Democratic Party establishment in Maryland. Jill P. Carter has had a successful career championing for the marginalized and disenfranchised because it is in her DNA. Carter is the daughter of the l…

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The limits of white-led nonprofits for "black on black" gun violence 46:56

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The joy of summertime in too many Black communities is marred by the prospect of an all too common spike in violent crime. This summer has, unfortunately, not been different, with cities around the nation reeling from an up to 40% increase in murder since 2020. But hope is, at least in theory, on the horizon. From the federal government to big foun…

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It's Bigger than Roe: Anti-Blackness And Reproductive Justice 1:15:41

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The repeal of Roe vs. Wade sent a shockwave throughout the American political systems, but the history, context, and specific dynamics around reproductive justice for the Black community are often left out of the mainstream conversation. In this special two-part episode, Lawrence and Rasheem start with a discussion of Roe's repeal, what it means fo…

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The lasting psychological effects of slavery on Black parenting practices 37:40

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Stacey Patton's book, "Spare the Kids", has led to spirited debate among parents. Some say Black children need physical discipline to inculcate self-discipline necessary to prevent them from being victims of white supremacy. Others say it is carrying on a legacy of white supremacy and causing permanent harm to children - creating trauma that causes…

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A Pan-African Approach to Addiction and Harm Reduction 57:39

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2021 had the highest rate of death by overdose in American history, with over 100,000 Americans dead. In opposition to the "Just Say No" ideology of the 80's and 90's - harm reduction rejects abstinence-only dogma and promotes "any positive change" toward more healthy and more controlled substance use. It has has received more attention and some fe…

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Cooperative Economics and Social Movements 59:10

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Dayvon Love sits down with Dorcas Gilmore to discuss the operational dynamics and politics of cooperative economics. Dorcas has spent the past 17 years as a racial and economic justice advocate, attorney, and consultant working with nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, and small businesses. Currently, she is a principal of Gilmor…

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Afro-pessimism: A Grassroots View 1:17:03

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Few concepts have been more mischaracterized and caricatured than the academic theory of Afro-pessimism. Born of material struggle against Mandela aligned neoliberal wing of the ANC, the work of Frank Wilderson, Jared Sexton and other theorists has been framed in many way. Many have described it as fatalist, hetero-patriarchal, too Black nationalis…

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Support or Co-Option? The Red, Black and Green New Deal and Foundation Driven Environmentalism 39:26

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As the summer heat turns on, conversation about global warming inevitably picks up as well. Black environmental advocates have seen the increased public conversation, and foundation spending, on environmental advocacy and are demanding their cut. Global warming is having a disproportionate impact on Black communities. Some advocates are demanding A…

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Black Wealth Generation & Empowering Black Social Networks 37:49

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Nneka Nnamdi is the founder of Fight Blight Baltimore - an economic, environmental, and social justice initiative led by the community and informed by data to address the issue of blight. In this conversation, we will discuss the politics of urban space, gentrification, and predatory wealth extraction policies of Baltimore City. Support the show In…

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Beyond Liberal Co-Option: A radical defense of Critical Race Theory 38:36

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As Critical Race Theory has become a hot-button talking point, the true history and meaning behind the term are quickly being lost. Far from being merely a tool to politic victimhood and blame and shame, this episode argues Critical Race Theory is a critical heuristic and tool to analyze power and understand our history. We engage the history behin…

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Black Education Advocacy & Black Social Movements 31:32

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Dayvon Love sits down with Dr. Brian Morrison for conversation about the history of Black education advocacy and practice in Baltimore and the lessons from that history that we can use for social movements today. Dr. Brian C. Morrison is the Founder and President of the William J. Watkins, Sr. Educational Institute which focuses its work on improvi…

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