Mr. Z and 5th

What happened to the “black” church of the civil rights era. Why are young black people leaving the church and how do we bridge the gap between the church and the community.

Today's episode is about September 11, Hurricane Irma hits Florida and the recent news surrounding the NFL Boycott with the start of the regular season. Also we talk about the police incident with Seattle Seahawks Michael Bennet.

We talk Houston since Hurricane Harvey and the backlash towards Pastor Joel Osteen of Lakewood Church.

Has Hip Hop sold out? Cinemascapes joins the panel to discuss the industry's role in the genre/culture.

We talk about what happens to police officers who stand up against police brutality. Is it possible to be a good police officer and still keep your job without compromising your integrity. Also Zaccheus and The 5th General talk about there personal experiences with the police.

Today we discuss challenges of raising children by addressing the influence of today's music, entertainment, social media and society. We talk about the role they play in shaping our young generations minds.

Is an unhealthy lifestyle glorified in working class and poor neighborhoods due to the price of groceries? Does it cost more to eat healthy? Who is responsible for promoting good health in your community? Today's episode we answer these questions.

The conversation continues from last episode's “Skin Deep” topic. This is part of the conversation, we talk about the dangers of skin bleaching and its possible side effects. We also talk about how society will still treat as you originally appeared before the bleaching process.

Beauty is skin deep but that's not a collective thought shared by society. We discuss the worlds obsession with complexion, skin bleaching and hating the skin you are born with.

Bill Cosby is the subject of today, we talk about his current status a year from the first allegations against him. Also former Fox News analyst Bill O'Reilly facing similar allegations. How the media doesn't give fair treatment to men of color when it comes to being trialed in the court of public opinion before an actual case is brought forward.