Black FreeThinkers

Black FreeThinkers

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Black FreeThinkers episodes

  • On Blast W/ Vida Starr - Black Hollywood: Do We Hold it to a High Standard?
    Do we hold Black films and TV to a higher or lower standard in comparison to mainstream or non-black films and TV shows? How would you define black hollywood? Does it matter? 
    With the success of Best Man Holiday, a lot of questions and controversial dialogue regarding race and film has bubbled. Everything from criticising the critics of the film to USA today referring to it as "race themed."  
    So much to talk about and as always... We will be discussing the hottest and most interesting news topics of the week! 
    JOIN US as we put it all ON BLAST!!
    2 hr
  • Black Churches Equal Black Problems??? Part 1
    Please join us Sunday as we discuss whether the black church is the focal point of the majority of problems and issues facing the black community. 
    How has the secular community contributed to the black community?Can Interfaith dialogue, along with social justice activism, help to implement solutions?Is there an intersection of black church and black secularism?Are there pathologies in the black community? If so, what caused it? If not, how do we correct this misconception?How do we GROW from this point?
     
    The dial in number is 310-982-4273 and press 1 to speak with the hosts.  You can also Skype into the show by clicking the big blue S next to the number.
     
    We look forward to hearing from you.
    2 hr 1 min
  • Em & Evil: Our Favorite Black Authors
    Join Em and Evil as we list off our favorite works by black authors. This is likely to span several genras and hopefully help you stock your book shelf...or your e-reader. LONG LIVE THE BOOK!
    November 22, at 6pm east
    310-982-4273
    1 hr 49 min
  • Privileged Mutiny Pt 3: Affirmative Action
    Please join us as we discuss privileged mutiny in the United States. 
     
    We will discuss affirmative action, public policies, middle class, special treatment, and other matters pertaining tho this very controversial topic.
     
    The dial in number is 310-982-4273 and press 1 to speak with the hosts.  You can also Skype into the show.  You can also Tweet questions or comments to #blackfreethinkers.
    2 hr
  • Privileged Mutiny Pt 2: Inner City Blues
    Please join us as we discuss privileged mutiny in the United States. 
     
    We will discuss urban planning, interstate projects, red lining, gentrification, lost communities, and a host of issues that address racism in public and private policies.
     
    Sound familiar?
     
    The dial in number is 310-982-4273 and press 1 to speak with the hosts.  You can also Skype into the show.  You can also Tweet questions or comments to #blackfreethinkers.
    2 hr 1 min
  • Alfred & Karl: Blackface & Tans
    Please join Alfred & Karl tonight as they discuss the controversy surrounding those who dress up in blackface for Halloween. 
     
    Also, is there a difference between wearing blackface and tanning dark to portray people of color?
     
    Is this another means of appropriation or is it admiration?
     
    Please dial 310-982-4273 and press 1 to speak with the hosts.  You can also Skype into the show.
    1 hr
  • Privileged Mutiny Pt 1: Domestic Terrorism
    Please join us as we discuss privileged mutiny in the United States. 
     
    We will discuss the incidents in Oklahoma, Florida, North Carolina, etc.  We will also discuss the most recent Tea Party Rally in which they attempted to run President Obama out of the White House by telling him to come out with his hands up. 
     
    Sound familiar?
     
    The dial in number is 310-982-4273 and press 1 to speak with the hosts.  You can also Skype into the show.  You can also Tweet questions or comments to #blackfreethinkers.
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    1 hr 58 min
  • On Blast w/ Vida Starr: Black Atheism and The Arts
    Is there a need for increased visibility of Black freethinkers in arts, entertainment, and media?
    How do we counter hyper religious stereotypes perpetuated in our community?
    Could increased visibility help fellow black freethinkers who feel marginalized to feel more included in a community of those who have similar beliefs?
    Is the arts the appropriate tool to increase visibility?
    Do you feel that black atheist and secular humanist art and entertainment will be accepted by the larger black community?
    PLUS We will have an EXCLUSIVE interview with C Gats And Spoozilla! They will discuss their new project GatZilla and let us hear a few tracks from the album!
    http://cgats.bandcamp.com/album/gatzilla-c-gats-zpu-zilla-attack-on-titan
    And always, we will open up with the latest news and hot topics of the week!
    So join us as we put it all ON BLAST!!
    2 hr 4 min

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We are here to challenge you to think and live for yourself, not convert you.