“We are tired” and “Enough has already been enough.” is how many of us feel about recent murders of innocent and unarmed blacks, George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Abery have acquired global attention sparking protest in hopes to combat police brutality. We are also able to address the psychosocial impact of these murders on the black communities and why we can no longer settle for survival. As we conclude Season 1, we want to reiterate the notion that we are Black Responsibility and we are advocates for change; but change cannot and will not be achieved if we accept that this is all that we can do for our people collectively.

As the first part of a three part discussion, we discussed the difference in generations. The touch on the importance of knowledge passed down, as well as the things that weren’t and had to be self-taught. We are joined by William Baskin, who works with the youth, a fellow alumni of Valdosta State University, Navy Veteran, and a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. We got his perspective based on his interactions with four different generations.

TV Show/Book Mentions

Little Fires Everywhere

Platform: Hulu

Little Fires Everywhere

Author: Celeste Ng

As the first part of a three part discussion, we discussed the difference in generations. The touch on the importance of knowledge passed down, as well as the things that weren’t and had to be self-taught. We are joined by William Baskin, who works with the youth, a fellow alumni of Valdosta State University, Navy Veteran, and a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. We got his perspective based on his interactions with four different generations.

Book Mentions

Miseducation of the Negro

Author: Carter G. Woodson

Souls of Black Folks

Author: W.E.B Du Bois

We discuss an problem that has been apparent dating back to the beginning of slavery. Though times have changes, as well as the ways in which things are done have change, one thing has not. The mistreatment of black people and our reactions to it. We address the racist actions of our counterparts on the social media platform TikTok, TikTok’s actions in regard to being racist, and our continuation of using it. Other subtopics we discuss are from posting more positive black content to the reopening cities in America. We also address a solutions and ask pivotal questions as to why we accept the disrespect.

We discuss the meaning and importance of self-love, as well as self-care. We touch on the current state of the world due to the world pandemic known as COVID-19, which has most people confined in their homes, alone or with others, as they quarantine. We share some of our personal self-love and self-care practices in hopes to assist others in their everyday lives, especially during these tough times.

Books Mentions

We're Going to Need More Wine: Stories That Are Funny, Complicated, and True

Author: Gabrielle Union

Let Love Have the Last Word: A Memoir

Author: Common

Music Mention:

Tribe Called Quest - Electric Relaxation

Monica - Don’t Take It Personal (Just One of Them Days)

We discuss the dynamics between the black male and black female, as well as same sex dynamics. We cover treatment and societal roles, in addition to the history of the black female & black female and how it has shaped life today.

Books Mentions:

Ain’t I a Woman: Black Women and Feminism Author: Bell Hooks

The Autobiography of Malcolm X

Author: Malcolm X & Alex Haley

Music Mention:

Nick Grant - Black Woman

Angie Stone - Brotha

Stevie Wonder - Black Man

Hussle Wonder Playlist - Brooke L. Gladney (Apple Music)

Movie Mentions:

Queen & Slim

Director: Melina Matsoukas

Screenplay: Lena Waithe

The Photograph

Director: Stella Meghie

Screenplay: Stella Meghie

We discuss the dynamics between the black male and black female, as well as same sex dynamics. We cover treatment and societal roles, in addition to the history of the black female & black female and how it has shaped life today.

Books Mentions

Ain’t I a Woman: Black Women and Feminism by Bells Hooks

The Autobiography of Malcolm X - Alex Haley

Music Mention:

Nick Grant - Black Woman

Angie Stone - Brotha

Stevie Wonder - Black Man

Hussle Wonder Playlist - Brooke L. Gladney

Movie Mentions:

Queen & Slim

Director: Melina Matsoukas

Screenplay: Lena Waithe

The Photograph

Director: Stella Meghie

Screenplay: Stella Meghie

An introduction to the Black Responsibility Podcast. On this episode we will be getting to know the hosts, their backgrounds and what to expect this season.