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Bankole's Nation episodes

  • Bankole’s Nation: EPISODE 06: Outgoing Detroit Police Chief James White Speaks Out, Sojourner’s Magazine President Russell Taylor on What Trump’s Win Means for America

    Bankole Thompson interviews James White, who recently

    stepped down as Detroit's police chief to become the next president and CEO of the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network, the state's largest mental health agency with an annual budget of over a billion dollars. White, a mental health specialist, discusses the intersection of mental health and policing, crime in Detroit, and the challenges facing the Detroit Police Department during his tenure.

    In the second part of the interview, Bankole speaks with

    Rev. Adam Russell Taylor, president of the influential Sojourners magazine. Taylor reflects on the reelection of Donald Trump and its implications for the nation. He also discusses Sojourners' long-standing commitment to economic and racial justice. Having previously led the Faith Initiative at the World Bank and served as a White House Fellow, Taylor shares his views on where the Democratic Party went wrong, the persistence of racism and sexism in American society, and his deep concerns about a second Trump term. He advises the millions of Americans who oppose Trump and are now
    preparing for the challenges of another potential presidency.

    1 hr 1 min
  • Bankole’s Nation: Episode 05: Why Kamala Harris Campaign Collapsed in Michigan, WSU Board of Governors Busuito Speaks Out

    Bankole Thompson interviews veteran Michigan pollster Ed Sarpolus about why Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign failed to win the crucial battleground state of Michigan and why Gov. Gretchen Whitmer could not deliver for the campaign.

    Additionally, Jonathan Kinloch, the chairman of the 13th Congressional District Democratic Party, explains why his party performed woefully in the election, how the Black vote continues to be taken for granted in Detroit, and what investments the party should make for future elections. Daniel Baxter, the chief of operations for absentee voting for the Detroit Department of Elections, discusses Harris' unprecedented underperformance and what it says about voting in the city.

    Finally, Bankole speaks with Dr. Michael Busuito, who was just reelected to the Wayne State University Board of Governors, about the university's urban mission in the City of Detroit and whether it is meeting the demands of students coming from low-income backgrounds.

    1 hr 13 min
  • Bankole's Nation Episode 04: Ex-AG Eric Holder on Election, Arab American Leader Assad Backs Harris and Dillard University Racial Justice Center

    In this week's episode, Bankole Thompson interviews Eric Holder, the 82nd Attorney General of the United States and the first African American to hold that position. They discuss the upcoming 2024 presidential election, the Michigan Supreme Court race, and the current state of democracy in America.

    Additionally, Assad Turfe, Deputy Wayne County Executive and one of the few Arab American leaders in Dearborn supporting Vice President and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, detailing his reasons for backing her campaign.

    Finally, Bankole visits Dillard University in New Orleans to speak with Dr. Ashraf Esmail, endowed professor of criminal justice and executive director of the Center for Racial Justice, as they commemorate the fourth anniversary of the Center.

    52 min
  • Bankole’s Nation Podcast Episode 03: All-Women Interview Focuses on White House Race, Michigan Supreme Court

    In this week's episode, Bankole Thompson interviews Detroit mental health specialist and gun violence prevention advocate Mia Reid about her support for Vice President Kamala Harris, including her introduction of the

    Democratic nominee at a recent campaign rally. Additionally, Elnora Gavin, a racial justice advocate and Benton Harbor Area School Board member, discusses
    the presidential race and how it plays out in the Southwestern city of Michigan. Then Bankole puts the spotlight on the race for the Michigan Supreme Court in an interview with one of the top Democratic contenders, Kimberly Ann Thomas.

    58 min
  • Bankole's Nation Podcast EP 02: Can Kamala Harris Close the Deal?

    In this week's episode,

    Bankole Thompson interviews former White House spokesman Robert S. Weiner about
    the 2024 presidential election. Weiner shares his insights on what the Democratic nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris, needs to do to secure a victory in November. Additionally, Chicago Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson discusses the role of Black men in the presidential race. Bankole also shares his thoughts on former President Donald Trump’s recent speech at the Detroit Economic Club,
    where he made derogatory comments about the city.

    51 min

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*Bankole's Nation:* From Detroit, nationally acclaimed journalist Bankole Thompson shares his insights on the political and cultural issues shaping our country. Featuring special interviews, analysis,…