Real Talk with Rev. Charles Harrison

In this episode of Real Talk on the All Indiana Podcast Network, Reverend Charles Harrison and Reverend Terry Webster Sr. discuss the recent surge in juvenile violence in downtown Indianapolis, particularly focusing on the events of July 4th and a mass shooting on July 5th that claimed the lives of two juveniles. They talk about the efforts of the Indianapolis 10 Point Coalition, along with INPD and community leaders, to address these issues through increased presence and outreach. The conversation delves into larger systemic problems such as missing fathers in the black community, the role of parents, and the influence of violent media. They emphasize the importance of the church's role in teaching, preaching, and community involvement. The episode concludes with a call to action for the community to join in efforts to promote safety and positive influence among the youth.

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In this episode of Real Talk, Reverend Charles Harrison discusses the recent mass shooting in downtown Indianapolis that resulted in the death of two juveniles and left seven others injured. Reverend Harrison, who just returned from vacation, talks with community leader Greg Wilson and activist Terry Cameron about the ongoing issue of unsupervised youth, escalating violence, and the broader community challenges in Indianapolis. The conversation delves into possible solutions including parenting responsibilities, the role of city officials, community involvement, and the need for better support systems and communication within the community. They emphasize the importance of facing these issues head-on and fostering a sense of responsibility and unity among residents to improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods.

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On this episode, Reverend Charles Harrison asks whether Indianapolis has turned the corner when it comes to the record-breaking violence that the city has been experiencing from 2015 to 2024. Is something happening in 2025 that we're seeing a turning of the corner?

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On this episode, Reverend Charles Harrison and his guests talk about the influence of gangster rap on black on black violence. Has it been a positive and is it expressing the things that blacks are experiencing in marginalized communities or has it been a major contributor to the black on black violence that we have seen rise since the 1980s?

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On this episode, Reverend Charles Harrison talks about why he believes that maybe the black church is the only institution in America today that can really help address the issue of urban violence and mass incarceration that has disproportionately impacted the black community for decades now.

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On this episode, Rev Harrison talks about the last 10 to 12 days of violent time in the city of Indianapolis when it comes to youth violence that impacts young men of color between the ages of 12 and 24.

He also talks about his opinion of this whole issue with trade globalism versus the movement of American first and bringing manufacturing back to America.

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On this episode Reverend Charles Harrison answers a question people often ask, particularly on social media, what party does he belong to and what are his political viewpoints on a lot of different issues.  Because it is a big part of his work with the Indianapolis Ten Point coalition and social media. So today he talks a little bit about what it is that Reverend Harrison believes in his political viewpoints and what party is he really a part of (if any).

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Rev Harrison asks has the violence in Indianapolis taken a turn for the better? Are we seeing signs that violence in Indianapolis is on the decline in 2025?

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Reverend Charles Harrison and his special guest, Harold Jumbo Love Bell have a discussion about three big topics. First, It looks like we may have another parenting issue in Indianapolis. They talk about what happened in January concerning some tragic incidents with children. Second, they talk about the crime and violence issue as it impacts youth. And then they talk about, did Indiana Governor Mike Braun defund Martin University, the only black university in the state of Indiana?

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On this episode Rev. Harrison talks about a bill in the Indiana House of Representatives, Bill 1136, about the possibility of dissolving IPS because more than half of their students go to charter schools.

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