Abolition Today

Join us for this episode of Tales From the Plantation Nation as our host Samual Nathaniel Brown is joined by guest, Porshe Taylor.

As the Founder and Executive Director of Prison From-TheInside-Out, she is making history. Tune in to learn how, why, and much more as we discuss this, current events and what makes Porshe go so hard in pursuit of her goals.

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Louisiana has embarrassed itself and the entire nation once again by refusing to pass HB 211. The slavery abolition bill.

In 2022 Louisiana became the face of national shame by being the only state of 5 who did not pass a slavery abolition bill. In S4-E16 Special Extended Broadcast - The Testimony of Angels and Devils HB211 LA you heard their wicked reasoning for not wanting to give up the criminal act of involuntary servitude AKA Forced/Slave labor in 2023.

This Sunday, Fathers day, on the eve of Juneteenth, we're joined by LA Representative Edmond Jordan. Author of HB 211 to get the rundown on how in the confounding confederate slave state this happened again.

We'll have music, insightful conversation, uplifting, educational, and inspirational discussions, and as always we'll bring the voices of the abolitionist ancestors back to life for a new generation with our Bridging The Gap segment.

Host Samual Nathaniel Brown is joined by guests Chris Lodgson and KJ Muhammad.

 

KJ Muhammad, better known as Friday Jones, is one of three Co-Chairs and a founding member of NAASD Los Angeles. KJ was recently appointed as a Commissioner to Mayor Garcetti’s Los Angeles Reparation Commission. KJ is the author and publisher of a self-help memoir “The Real Friday Jones.” KJ is a Budget Representative for Empowerment Congress West Area Neighborhood Council and served as a Budget Advocate for the City of Los Angeles for the fiscal year 2019/2020. KJ is also an active member of the New Frontier Democratic Club and Black Women’s Democratic Club in Los Angeles. KJ is a proud graduate of Howard University and most recently the Los Angeles African American Women’s Political Policy Institute 2020. In her mind’s eye, she is a dancer and occasional actress, in real life she does pretty good math!

 

Chris Lodgson is the President and lead organizer/advocate for the Coalition for a Just and Equitable California, as well as a Community Organizing and Policy Manager in the Sacramento Office of the Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC). Originally from New York City, now living in Sacramento California, Chris has organized and advocated on behalf of local community-based and political organizations, as well as with local, state, and national nonprofit organizations for over 13 years on both the East Coast and West Coast. Chris is also the 2022 recipient of the Fannie Lou Hamer Boots on the Ground Award for Community Organizing from the National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants (NAASD).

 

Join us. Tune in, Tell a Friend, Things will never be the same again. 

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This Sunday Max and Yusuf are joined by Chris Lodgson. A leading voice in slavery reparations.

Chris Lodgson is the President and lead organizer/advocate for the Coalition for a Just and Equitable California, as well as a Community Organizing and Policy Manager in the Sacramento Office of the Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC). Chris is also the 2022 recipient of the Fannie Lou Hamer Boots on the Ground Award for Community Organizing from the National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants (NAASD).

In this pre-Juneteenth two episode set (Last week and this) we were joined by an organizer of National Juneteenth events ( Juneteenth Jamal Basill Bradley) and now, one of the leading voices in reparations. Chris Lodgson. Two topics that would normally indicate a post slavery society. And yet, both of these organizers are slavery abolitionists. We believe their unique perspectives will help others gain understanding of the issue surrounding modern legal slavery in a nation hell bent on pushing a false narrative of full emancipation and absolute abolition.

Can we settle reparations while slavery is still legal and in practice? Tune in to find out.

Host Samual Nathaniel Brown is joined by guests Chris Lodgson and KJ Muhammad.

 

KJ Muhammad, better known as Friday Jones, is one of three Co-Chairs and a founding member of NAASD Los Angeles. KJ was recently appointed as a Commissioner to Mayor Garcetti’s Los Angeles Reparation Commission. KJ is the author and publisher of a self-help memoir “The Real Friday Jones.” KJ is a Budget Representative for Empowerment Congress West Area Neighborhood Council and served as a Budget Advocate for the City of Los Angeles for the fiscal year 2019/2020. KJ is also an active member of the New Frontier Democratic Club and Black Women’s Democratic Club in Los Angeles. KJ is a proud graduate of Howard University and most recently the Los Angeles African American Women’s Political Policy Institute 2020. In her mind’s eye, she is a dancer and occasional actress, in real life she does pretty good math!

 

Chris Lodgson is the President and lead organizer/advocate for the Coalition for a Just and Equitable California, as well as a Community Organizing and Policy Manager in the Sacramento Office of the Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC). Originally from New York City, now living in Sacramento California, Chris has organized and advocated on behalf of local community-based and political organizations, as well as with local, state, and national nonprofit organizations for over 13 years on both the East Coast and West Coast. Chris is also the 2022 recipient of the Fannie Lou Hamer Boots on the Ground Award for Community Organizing from the National Assembly of American Slavery Descendants (NAASD).

 

Join us. Tune in, Tell a Friend, Things will never be the same again. 

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This Sunday we're joined by Juneteenth Jamal Basill Bradley. Organizer and founder of SC’s Juneteenth Joyfest. One of the largest Juneteenth events in the US.

In this two episode set (This week and next) we'll be joined by organizers of National Juneteenth events and a member of the California Reparations Task Force. Two topics that would normally indicate a post slavery society. And yet, both of these organizers are slavery abolitionists. We believe their unique perspectives will help others gain understanding of the issue surrounding modern legal slavery in a nation hell bent on pushing a false narrative of full emancipation and absolute abolition.

Can we celebrate/commemorate/elevate Juneteenth as a national holiday while still recognizing the critical need for slavery abolition in today's society? Tune in and find out.

Host Samual Nathaniel Brown is joined by guest Jose Zapata and Victor Forte.

Jose went to prison as a teenager. In April he was released. He served 13.5 years. 

After 31 years, Victor Forte, also a youth offender, has returned and he joins Jose to discuss what it was like entering prison as a youth and the challenges he has faced upon his release.

 

Join us. Tune in, Tell a Friend, Things will never be the same again. 

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This week we're joined by formerly incarcerated and exonerated activist Marcus Kelley to discuss his abolition efforts in Nevada and Missouri.

Assembly Joint Resolution 10 (AJR 10) has passed through all committees and is on the ballot. In 2024 Nevada citizens will get the opportunity to abolish slavery in that state for the first time with a simple vote. Taking this issue out of the hands of legislators and letting the people decide if THEY want slavery as a punishment for crime embedded in their constitution or not.

As always we'll mix in music, poetry, powerful insightful commentary, and bring the voices of the abolitionist ancestors back to life for a new generation with our Bridging The Gap series.

Join us on this episode of Tales From the Plantation Nation as we welcome our Guests Davon "Champ" Woodley and King Eli to discuss the challenges of navigating the carceral system nationally from three perspectives: 

1. Someone about to enter the belly of the beast.

2. People who have been.

3. Those who are still there.

The goal is to have a real conversation as Eli is scheduled to begin a bid in the upcoming weeks. In the spirit of changing the narrative and improving outcomes, we will have a real talk with Eli about what to expect and how best to make the time serve him and not vice versa. 

Join us. Tune in, Tell a Friend, Things will never be the same again. 

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May 9th, 2023 testimony on HB 211. The slavery abolition bill In Louisiana. This Must Hear Episode exposes pro-slavery legislators in the deep south.

We'll play clips of all the testimony in a deep dive to hear with your own ears the thoughts, concerns, and priorities of elected officials in regards to a simple question;

"Do we want the globally illegal activities of slavery and involuntary servitude embedded in the state constitution?"

What you hear will blow your mind.

This is a special extended broadcast beginning at 7 PM Eastern and ending at 10 PM. The first 2 hours will be a live stream. The last hour can only be heard by calling in at (515) 605-9814.

In the history of Abolition Today we have only had 1 extended episode. That tells you the impact and importance of this information. You'll hear it here exclusively on Abolition Today.

We'll be joined for commentary by lead organizer of Decarcerate Louisiana Curtis Davis.