In this clip of "Black Out with Ian & Rashad," our host Rashad Bilal sits down with the insightful 19 Keys to delve into a thought-provoking discussion surrounding the glorification of criminal lifestyles in media and its impact on culture and the Black community.

**Timestamp Highlights:**

**00:00:** Rashad kicks off the episode with a critique of how criminals have been glamorized, particularly in New York. Referencing popular culture classics like "Minister Society" and "Scarface," Rashad sheds light on the stark reality that most criminals do not possess the romanticized honor often depicted on screen.

**02:00:** 19 Keys comments on cultural accountability and dives into the financial incentives behind glorifying criminal behavior in media. He underscores that most people hustling in the streets don’t make nearly as much money as society assumes.

**03:40:** The discussion heats up as Rashad suggests we should stop glamorizing street legends and start honoring individuals who work 9-to-5 jobs. Both speakers point out the necessity of following the money to understand why films about criminal behavior get greenlit.

**06:00:** 19 Keys emphasizes the need for stronger voices in the community to counteract harmful narratives prevalent in media. He advocates for more empowering content that tells the raw truth about the lives of career criminals.

Throughout this episode, Rashad and 19 Keys offer nuanced perspectives on the mechanisms that perpetuate harmful stereotypes and explore the responsibilities that media creators and consumers have in reshaping these narratives. They also discuss the broader societal infrastructure that allows these portrayals to flourish and propose ways for black media moguls to take control of their narratives.

**Join the conversation:**

🔥 Are movies and TV shows portraying criminals helpful or harmful to our society?

🔥 How can we shift the narratives to showcase more positive role models?

🔥 What steps can media creators and influencers take to break away from these tropes?

Don’t miss this eye-opening episode that challenges long-held perceptions and calls for a transformative change in how we view and perpetuate criminal lifestyles through media.

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