February 13, 2026

Carter G. Woodson, Epstein Files, & Florida Man Logic | S03E04

1 hour 12 minutes

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In this episode of Respect The Talk, we break down why facts — especially historical facts — continue to make people uncomfortable.

We start with the real origins of Black History Month and the work of Carter G. Woodson, explaining why it began as a correction, not a celebration. We discuss why February was chosen, the historical role of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, and why the NAACP was formed during one of the most violent periods in American history.

From there, we shift into modern headlines — including the financial success of a First Lady documentary and what it says about power, image, and which stories get amplified. We also hit on another Florida Man story, the resurfacing Epstein files, renewed government shutdown threats, and why legal pressure is often more about controlling narratives than uncovering truth.

This episode isn’t about outrage or opinions — it’s about context, history, and patterns that keep repeating.
We start with the Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, spotlighting elite sports most people only see once every four years—and why winter athletes may be some of the most overlooked in the world. Then we ask the real question behind Super Bowl LX: is a $6,200 ticket actually worth it, or has the couch officially won?

From there, we break down Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show as a cultural moment—what it represents, who gets visibility on the biggest stage, and how halftime performances have shifted from “safe” to meaningful statements.

The conversation turns reflective as we unpack the origins of baby showers and Sunday as a rest day, revealing how traditions rooted in survival, faith, and obedience still shape modern life—even when the original meaning is forgotten.

We close with historical and political context inspired by Matt Holmes, examining America’s radical founding ideas, how power narratives are used today, and why political distraction often matters more than the spectacle itself.

This episode isn’t about headlines—it’s about understanding what’s underneath them.

00:00 — Start
00:00 — Opening Intro
10:29 — Jarrell Miller's hair vs Kingsley Ibeh
17:01 — Carter G. Woodson & the Origin of Black History Month
20:10 — Power, Image, and the First Lady Documentary
40:47 — Florida Man: Real Patterns
47:38 — First Lady Melania Trump documentary
52:05 — Epstein Files: Why This Story Won’t Go Away
1:02:30 — Final Thoughts: Facts Don’t Need Permission