Black Culture Black Thought

The world is weary and we are weary. In our last episode we spoke about the violent deaths of four Black people and for this episode we're speaking (again) about the violent death of George Floyd. Whose death at the hands of four police officers has sparked a national movement to demand change and to show world once again that Black Lives Matter. When will our black lives truly matter and when will be be able to finally breathe?

Trigger Warning: Police Brutality, Death, White Supremacy

This week we're discussing the recent deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Nina POP, Breonna Taylor, and Dreasjon "Sean" Reed. And how the public at large chose to respond versus how they didn't respond. Which begs to ask the question...who garners public outrage?

Update: Brian Williams has been arrested after this episode has been recorded 👏🏾👏🏾

Recently it's been reported that Black and Brown people were dying from COVID-19 in disproportionate numbers. In this episode of Black Culture Black Thought, we discuss the underlying systemic issues that are contributing factors to the rise in death...

Black Culture Black Thought is back for a new season of informative conversation! But that's going to come later after "Rona" decides to leave us alone. In light of what's going on in the world today we thought a little bit of laughter could be fun. We're starting our new season off with a series we're calling...Hot Girl Quarantine. Hosts Chelsea, Francesca and Jodi will help you (and themselves) de-stress through light hearted conversations about being cooped up. Enjoy our first "rustic" episode where we talk about bumping uglies in the time of Covid-19. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button!

In this special holiday episode of Black Culture Black Thought (BCBT), we discuss the importance of buying black and the historical reasoning behind this idea. We also highlight some black owned brands that we think you should check out while shopping...

Black Culture Black Thought (BCBT) is back!

This week I welcome back educator, poet, and activist, A Scribe Called Quess, to unpack the recent police shooting of Atatiana Jefferson and how this moment should be used as a call to action. Episode #6 Reading List: America... What's In Your Name - A Scribe Called Quess Black Panthers Vanguard of the Revolution (Netflixs) Policing the Police: The Copwatch Movement Sleeper Cell by A Scribe Called Quess What does home mean for Black folks when white violence can so easily invade our dwellings - Donnie Moreland, Black Youth Project. Justice for Atatiana Jefferson - The Young Turks Social Media Follow Black Culture Black Thought on Facebook and Instagram. You can Follow A Scribe Called Quess on Instagram.

Host Chelsea Reid sits down with guest Jodi Johnson to discuss how the recent drama between Shaun King and DeRay McKesson is an example of how Black women are erased from activist movements. They also highlight famous black women activist that should be household names. Follow Black Culture Black Thought on Instagram and Facebook. This week's reading list: Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases by Ida B Wells A Taste of Power: A Black Woman's Story by Elaine Brown A Black Feminist Statement by the Combahee River Collective A Herstory of the Black Lives Matter Movement by Alicia Garza Too Heavy A Load: Black Women in Defense of Themselves By Deborah Gray White When and Where I enter by Puala J. Giddings The Dark End of the Street by Danielle L. McGuire

Co-Producer's of Black Culture Black Thought, Chelsea Reid and Francesca Clifton, talk about the conviction and sentencing of Amber Guyger and the hug and forgiveness that was afforded to her. They also take on Remy Ma's comments that equated sexual assault survivors to prostitutes. Links: Follow our instagram page at BlackCulture_BlackThought Follow Francesca at and her hair page at . Mentions: Essay on the term people of color: Which People? by Rachelle Hampton

Join host Chelsea Reid as she speaks with LaGuardia Community College's Associate Professor, Jason Hendrickson, and the Executive Director of the Kaplan Educational Foundation Nancy Lee Sanchez, to discuss the College Admission Scandal and who has access to higher education.