Talk What You Know – Hard Talk Edition | Hosted by Rev. Dr. Donald R. Jones Oct 8th, 2025📡 Live on the New Orleans Talk Network | Every Tuesday @ 11:00 AM CST💣 The Race of Violence: Mass Killings & Political AssassinationsWho kills? Who is killed? And who gets labeled by their race — and who doesn’t?In this episode of Hard Talk, Rev. Dr. Donald R. Jones takes on one of the most explosive and overlooked truths in America: the racial double standard in how we talk about violence.📊 The Data Doesn’t Lie:Over the past decade, most mass shooters in the U.S. have been young White men, and nearly every presidential assassination or attempt in history has been carried out by a White person.Yet the headlines rarely say “White-on-White crime” or “White political violence.” Instead, we hear “lone wolf,” “mentally ill,” or “troubled youth.”But when the shooter is Black, the language changes — “gang,” “thug,” “crime wave.”This episode uncovers the racial framing behind America’s violence narrative — how race is used to reinforce stereotypes rather than reveal truth.🧠 We’ll also examine:The link between mental illness, isolation, and despair in young men.Why both mass shootings and inner-city violence share roots in hopelessness, not race.And what must change in media accountability, mental health, and community rebuilding to break the cycle.Because the data shows one thing clearly:It’s not just about race — it’s about despair.👉 Subscribe for more Hard Talk conversations that challenge, inform, and inspire.🔔 Stay engaged – the future depends on awareness.#HardTalk #MassShootings #PoliticalViolence #RaceAndMedia #AmericanViolence #NewOrleansTalkNetwork👤 About Pastor Donald R. JonesPastor Donald R. Jones is the Founding Pastor of Bethesda House of Prayer, a Doctor of Theology, entrepreneur, and lifelong community leader. He is a trailblazer in Jefferson Parish history and continues to spark bold conversations on faith, leadership, and justice.🌐 Connect with New Orleans Talk Network📌 Facebook: facebook.com/neworleanstalknetwork📌 Instagram: instagram.com/notalknet📌 Twitter: twitter.com/NOTalkNet📌 Website: www.NewOrleansTalkNetwork.comJoin the conversation. Share your thoughts. Let’s Talk What You Know. 🗣️🇺🇸#WealthGap #HardTalk #BlackWealth #EconomicJustice #NewOrleansTalkNetwork

Join your favorite Spice Divas, Kree and the crew, for a dynamic episode of RedLip Talk Podcast, broadcasting LIVE Monday at 1:30 PM CST on the New Orleans Talk Network! 🔴📡Celebrity hairstylist, Mandy Queen of Cashwill be on this episode to talk about the upcoming Louisiana State Beauticians and Barbers Associations, Inc. Annual Educational, Workshop, & Trade Show on Oct 12-13th.Celebrity hairstylist, Mandy Queen of Cash @thequeenofkash on IGhttps://www.instagram.com/thequeenofkash/@thequeenofkashhair on IGhttps://www.instagram.com/thequeenofkashhair/https://thequeenofkash.as.me/schedule/e4b11567https://zez.am/thequeenofkash........................................Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk on the NOTN. Radio App.#NOTN #RedLipTalk #NewOrleansTalkNetwork .............................................Bethesda Community Development Corp is the underwriter of New Orleans Talk Network, a community broadcasting station. Our donors and sponsors help make our programming possible. Please make a tax-deductible contribution today https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/donate https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/redliptalkpodcast.............................................Show Host Social Media Spice Diva Kree https://www.spicedivasbeautybar.com/ https://www.instagram.com/spicedivas/ https://www.facebook.com/spicedivas.krishelle ..................................................To download our Radio App to our platform or to find more information, please click on our linkshttps://linktr.ee/notnappDownload the 24/7 NOTN Radio App Free on Google & Apple Devices Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.notn1.player Apple Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/notn/id1436893195 Subscribe to the New Orleans Talk Network YouTube page. We! provide the TOPIC. You! Provide the CONVERSATION. Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk with host Spice Diva Kree on the NOTN Radio AppFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neworleanstalknetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notnapp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/notnlive Website: https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/ Facebook playlist https://www.facebook.com/watch/377090972459036/1230819987518291 YouTube Playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvLMBlHLofZNZVZjFNMNwi6cf9yHa_mvd

Talk What You Know – Hard Talk Edition | Hosted by Rev. Dr. Donald R. Jones📡 Live on the New Orleans Talk Network | Every Wesdnesday @ 11:00 AM CST💰 The Wealth Gap in America – How It Happened | Oct 1, 2025In this episode of Hard Talk, Rev. Dr. Donald R. Jones breaks down one of the most urgent issues facing our nation: the racial wealth gap.By 2022, the median white household held over $240,000 more in wealth than the median Black household. Put simply: for every $100 of wealth held by white families, Black families hold just $15.From slavery and the broken promise of “40 acres and a mule,” to the exclusionary policies of the New Deal, the GI Bill, and redlining, this gap didn’t happen by accident — it was built into the system.We’ll examine how housing discrimination, high-cost credit, and contract sales drained Black wealth, and why today’s wealth gap continues to widen.But history is not destiny. Together, we’ll talk about solutions:🏠 Stronger housing laws📚 Student debt relief & fair access to education🏦 Banking reform & community investment💡 Supporting Black-owned businessesBecause closing the wealth gap isn’t charity — it’s justice.👉 Subscribe for more Hard Talk conversations that challenge, inform, and inspire.🔔 Don’t just watch — get engaged.📲 Download the NOTN 24/7 App to stay connected anytime.✅ Don’t forget to Subscribe to the New Orleans Talk Network YouTube channel for more episodes of Talk What You Know.👤 About Pastor Donald R. JonesPastor Donald R. Jones is the Founding Pastor of Bethesda House of Prayer, a Doctor of Theology, entrepreneur, and lifelong community leader. He is a trailblazer in Jefferson Parish history and continues to spark bold conversations on faith, leadership, and justice.🌐 Connect with New Orleans Talk Network📌 Facebook: facebook.com/neworleanstalknetwork📌 Instagram: instagram.com/notalknet📌 Twitter: twitter.com/NOTalkNet📌 Website: www.NewOrleansTalkNetwork.comJoin the conversation. Share your thoughts. Let’s Talk What You Know. 🗣️🇺🇸#WealthGap #HardTalk #BlackWealth #EconomicJustice #NewOrleansTalkNetwork

📺 Red Lip Talk Podcast Ep. 98 – Books, Brunch, & TVThis week, your host Spice Divas Kree, bring you an empowering conversation with three incredible women who are leaving their mark on entertainment, entrepreneurship, and community leadership. ✨🌟 Karla Sonnier – A Shreveport native whose talent has taken her from Louisiana to the big screen. Karla has appeared on CBS’s The Neighborhood and BET+’s American Gangster: Trap Queens. Beyond acting, she pours her creativity into Karlou Body Care, her line of all-natural, handmade body products designed to nourish and celebrate self-care.📲 IG: @klearlykarla | @karloubodycare🔗 Linktreehttps://linktr.ee/klearlykarla 🌟 Akasia Lee-Nicholas – Founder of Akasia Lee Global, entrepreneur, author of Out of Bounds, and creator of multiple ventures including Akasia’s Café, Let Us Cater for You, and the historic Krewe of TCQNO. Her life story is one of resilience, faith, and transformation, turning trials into testimony while building platforms to uplift her community.📲 IG: @akasialeeglobal | @let_us_cater_for_you_📧 [email protected] | 📞 504-261-4368🌟 Kandy Rose – Entrepreneur, Author, and Tax Coach with InHands Financial Services. Kandy is passionate about financial empowerment, coaching clients on wealth-building, taxes, and entrepreneurship while using her platform to inspire others to take control of their financial futures.📲[email protected]://www.thekandyrose.com /https://linktr.ee/inhandstaxKandy Rose EA on Fbhttps://www.facebook.com/kandy.rose.14@thekandyrose on IG@Inhandstax on IG@libertymidcity on IGhttps://www.instagram.com/inhandstax/https://www.instagram.com/libertymidcity/💄 Theme: Books, Brunch, & TV – airing Monday, September 29th!Join us for laughter, inspiration, and powerful stories that remind us why women’s voices in business, media, and community leadership matter now more than ever.#RedLipTalk #KarlaSonnier #AkasiaLee #KandyRose #BooksBrunchAndTV #SpiceDivas #Kree #WomenInBusiness #WomenInMedia #Entrepreneurship........................................Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk on the NOTN. Radio App.#NOTN #RedLipTalk #NewOrleansTalkNetwork .............................................Bethesda Community Development Corp is the underwriter of New Orleans Talk Network, a community broadcasting station. Our donors and sponsors help make our programming possible. Please make a tax-deductible contribution today https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/donate https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/redliptalkpodcast.............................................Show Host Social Media Spice Diva Kree https://www.spicedivasbeautybar.com/ https://www.instagram.com/spicedivas/ https://www.facebook.com/spicedivas.krishelle ..................................................To download our Radio App to our platform or to find more information, please click on our linkshttps://linktr.ee/notnappDownload the 24/7 NOTN Radio App Free on Google & Apple Devices Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.notn1.player Apple Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/notn/id1436893195 Subscribe to the New Orleans Talk Network YouTube page. We! provide the TOPIC. You! Provide the CONVERSATION. Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk with host Spice Diva Kree on the NOTN Radio AppFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neworleanstalknetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notnapp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/notnlive Website: https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/ Facebook playlist https://www.facebook.com/watch/377090972459036/1230819987518291 YouTube Playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvLMBlHLofZNZVZjFNMNwi6cf9yHa_mvd

🎙️ Talk What You Know | Hard Talk Edition – Episode 5 | Sep 25th 2025Topic: The 1st Amendment, Free Speech & the FCCIn this episode, Pastor Donald R. Jones takes a deep dive into the First Amendment and the ongoing battle over free speech in America. Lately, President Donald Trump has leaned on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in attempts to silence entertainers and voices he doesn’t agree with.👉 Is this government overreach?👉 What does this mean for the freedom of expression in media, politics, and entertainment?👉 How can we protect the voices of the people when power tries to shut them down?This Hard Talk Edition challenges us to think about liberty, censorship, and the future of speech in America.We provide the TOPIC. You provide the CONVERSATION.📲 Download the NOTN 24/7 App to stay connected anytime.✅ Don’t forget to Subscribe to the New Orleans Talk Network YouTube channel for more episodes of Talk What You Know.👤 About Pastor Donald R. JonesPastor Donald R. Jones is the Founding Pastor of Bethesda House of Prayer, a Doctor of Theology, entrepreneur, and lifelong community leader. He is a trailblazer in Jefferson Parish history and continues to spark bold conversations on faith, leadership, and justice.🌐 Connect with New Orleans Talk Network📌 Facebook: facebook.com/neworleanstalknetwork📌 Instagram: instagram.com/notalknet📌 Twitter: twitter.com/NOTalkNet📌 Website: www.NewOrleansTalkNetwork.comJoin the conversation. Share your thoughts. Let’s Talk What You Know. 🗣️🇺🇸

Join your favorite Spice Divas, Kree and the crew, for a dynamic episode of RedLip Talk Podcast, broadcasting LIVE Monday at 1:30 PM CST on the New Orleans Talk Network! 🔴📡........................................Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk on the NOTN. Radio App.#NOTN #RedLipTalk #NewOrleansTalkNetwork .............................................Bethesda Community Development Corp is the underwriter of New Orleans Talk Network, a community broadcasting station. Our donors and sponsors help make our programming possible. Please make a tax-deductible contribution today https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/donate https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/redliptalkpodcast.............................................Show Host Social Media Spice Diva Kree https://www.spicedivasbeautybar.com/ https://www.instagram.com/spicedivas/ https://www.facebook.com/spicedivas.krishelle ..................................................To download our Radio App to our platform or to find more information, please click on our linkshttps://linktr.ee/notnappDownload the 24/7 NOTN Radio App Free on Google & Apple Devices Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.notn1.player Apple Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/notn/id1436893195 Subscribe to the New Orleans Talk Network YouTube page. We! provide the TOPIC. You! Provide the CONVERSATION. Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk with host Spice Diva Kree on the NOTN Radio AppFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neworleanstalknetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notnapp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/notnlive Website: https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/ Facebook playlist https://www.facebook.com/watch/377090972459036/1230819987518291 YouTube Playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvLMBlHLofZNZVZjFNMNwi6cf9yHa_mvd

Talk What You Know – Hard Talk Edition Ep 4 | Sep 17th 2025| Hosted by Rev. Dr. Donald R. Jones📡 Live on the New Orleans Talk Network | Every Wesdnesday @ 11:00 AM CSTFrom assassinations to insurrections, political violence has shaped nations, toppled governments, and rewritten history. But here’s the hard truth: political violence isn’t just global — it’s an American tradition.In this episode of Hard Talk, Rev. Dr. Donald R. Jones tackles the uncomfortable reality:How revolutions, coups, and civil wars across the world mirror America’s own story.Why our nation has always had a violent undercurrent in politics — from the Civil War to the Civil Rights era to January 6th.And what it means when political violence becomes normalized in today’s United States.⚖️ This isn’t just history – it’s reality. If political violence is part of America’s tradition, the question is: will it also define our future?Expect bold insights, tough questions, and no sugarcoating:Can a democracy survive when violence is built into its history?Is America truly exceptional, or repeating the same patterns seen worldwide?What role should citizens play in breaking the cycle?👉 Subscribe for more Hard Talk conversations that challenge, inform, and inspire.🔔 Stay engaged – the future depends on it.#HardTalk #PoliticalViolence #AmericanTradition #Democracy #NewOrleansTalkNetwork

This week’s special guests are Dr. Danette O'Neal & Vanessa Gardner, Associate Broker with Danette O’Neal Realtors, Inc. Vanessa brings years of expertise in Commercial Real Estate and is licensed in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Georgia. She’s a proud REALTOR® ABR® ASP®-RE, helping clients with professionalism, integrity, and results. Dr. Oneal is the Mentor of Vanessa Gardner and the founder of Danette O'Neal Realtors.🔥 Tune in as we dive into real estate insights, business growth, and what it takes to succeed in today’s competitive market. Don’t miss this empowering conversation!📧 Connect with Vanessa Gardner:[email protected]@[email protected]📱 Cell: 504-237-1124📞 Office: 504-365-7325📠 Fax: 504-285-9999🌐 Website: www.VanessaGardner.RealtorConnect with Dr. Danette O'Neal of Danette O'Neal REALTORS®, Inc.@danetteoneal on IGhttps://www.instagram.com/danetteoneal https://www.facebook.com/danette.oneal https://www.danetteoneal.com/ 👉 Make sure to Like, Share & Subscribe to stay updated with The Redlip Talk Podcast!#TheRedlipTalkPodcast #SpiceDivaKree #VanessaGardner #RealEstate #CommercialRealEstate #WomenInBusiness #DanetteONealRealtors #ABR #ASPRE #LouisianaRealEstate #MississippiRealEstate #GeorgiaRealEstate........................................Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk on the NOTN. Radio App.#NOTN #RedLipTalk #NewOrleansTalkNetwork .............................................Bethesda Community Development Corp is the underwriter of New Orleans Talk Network a community broadcasting station. Our donors and sponsors help make our programming possible. Please make a tax-deductible contribution today https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/donate https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/redliptalkpodcast.............................................Show Host Social Media Spice Diva Kree https://www.spicedivasbeautybar.com/ https://www.instagram.com/spicedivas/ https://www.facebook.com/spicedivas.krishelle ..................................................To download our Radio App to our platform or to find more information, please click on our linkshttps://linktr.ee/notnappDownload the 24/7 NOTN Radio App Free on Google & Apple Devices Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.notn1.player Apple Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/notn/id1436893195 Subscribe to the New Orleans Talk Network YouTube page. We! provide the TOPIC. You! Provide the CONVERSATION. Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk with host Spice Diva Kree on the NOTN Radio AppFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neworleanstalknetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notnapp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/notnlive Website: https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/ Facebook playlist https://www.facebook.com/watch/377090972459036/1230819987518291 YouTube Playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvLMBlHLofZNZVZjFNMNwi6cf9yHa_mvd

Talk What You Know – Hard Talk Edition Ep3 | Sep 10th 2025 | Hosted by Rev. Dr. Donald R. Jones📡 Live on the New Orleans Talk Network | Every Wednesday @ 11:00 AM CSTThey say the key to life is Money, Power, & Respect. But what happens when we have the money… without the power or the respect?This week on Hard Talk, Rev. Dr. Donald R. Jones takes a deep dive into the real story behind Black America’s economic and political reality:💵 Money (Spending Patterns): $2.2 trillion in buying power – yet our wealth leaves the community in 6 hours. We’ve got cash, but do we have capital?🗳️ Power (Voting Patterns): From Louisiana’s weak turnout to Georgia’s game-changing elections – why does showing up (or not showing up) determine if our voices matter?🏦 Respect (Banking Patterns): From the collapse of the Freedman’s Bank to today’s 20 surviving Black-owned banks – can we demand respect in a financial system built to shut us out?🔥 Expect tough truths, sharp humor, and bold questions for YOU, the audience:Where does your money really go each month?Do you believe voting is true power?Can banking Black earn us the respect we deserve?Because until our Money builds wealth, our Power turns into policy, and our Respect is reflected in the institutions we own – we’ll keep renting our future instead of owning it.👉 Subscribe for more Hard Talk conversations that challenge, inform, and inspire.🔔 Don’t just watch – join the movement.#MoneyPowerRespect #HardTalk #BlackWealth #BlackVotesMatter #BankBlack #NewOrleansTalkNetwork👤 About Pastor Donald R. JonesPastor Donald R. Jones is a lifelong resident of Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. He is the Founding Pastor of Bethesda House of Prayer and holds a Doctor of Theology. Beyond ministry, he is a successful businessman, serving as CEO of Jones Insurance Agency, Jefferson Construction Services, LLC, and STEP Construction, LLC.He made history as the first African-American appointed to the Jefferson Parish School Board and later as the first African-American elected to the Jefferson Parish Council. Known for his leadership in education, politics, and community service, Pastor Jones continues to inspire change through faith and action.🌐 Connect with New Orleans Talk Network📌 Facebook: facebook.com/neworleanstalknetwork📌 Instagram: instagram.com/notalknet📌 Twitter: twitter.com/NOTalkNet📌 Website: www.NewOrleansTalkNetwork.com

........................................ Join us as we give you a sneak peek into the upcoming Literary IRL Expo EP2, presented by RedLip Talk Podcast, New Orleans Talk Network (NOTN), and the Bethesda Community Event Center.This FREE community event is happening Sunday, September 28th, from 4 PM – 6 PM at 7601 Westbank Expy, Marrero, LA 70072.🔥 What to Expect:✅ Live-streaming on social media✅ Author showcases & networking✅ Opportunities for innovation & community growth✅ A platform for creativity, culture, and literacy........................................Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk on the NOTN. Radio App.#NOTN #RedLipTalk #NewOrleansTalkNetwork .............................................Bethesda Community Development Corp is the underwriter of New Orleans Talk Network a community broadcasting station. Our donors and sponsors help make our programming possible. Please make a tax-deductible contribution today https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/donate https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/redliptalkpodcast.............................................Show Host Social Media Spice Diva Kree https://www.spicedivasbeautybar.com/ https://www.instagram.com/spicedivas/ https://www.facebook.com/spicedivas.krishelle ..................................................To download our Radio App to our platform or to find more information, please click on our linkshttps://linktr.ee/notnappDownload the 24/7 NOTN Radio App Free on Google & Apple Devices Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.notn1.player Apple Store https://apps.apple.com/us/app/notn/id1436893195 Subscribe to the New Orleans Talk Network YouTube page. We! provide the TOPIC. You! Provide the CONVERSATION. Each Weekday Tune In at 1:00 pm Listen to RedLip Talk with host Spice Diva Kree on the NOTN Radio AppFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neworleanstalknetwork Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notnapp/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/notnlive Website: https://www.neworleanstalknetwork.com/ Facebook playlist https://www.facebook.com/watch/377090972459036/1230819987518291 YouTube Playlisthttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvLMBlHLofZNZVZjFNMNwi6cf9yHa_mvd