Talk My Credo

Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast!

This week, the crew explores one of the biggest questions facing Black entertainment today:

Should Hollywood continue producing films centered on Black trauma?

From historical dramas to modern social commentary, we discuss whether these stories educate audiences, preserve important history, or simply recycle pain for entertainment.

Along the way, we react to Kanye West's controversial "White Lives Matter" fashion statement, revisit the latest controversy involving Rachel Dolezal, discuss Netflix's Jeffrey Dahmer series and the growing popularity of true crime entertainment, remember the legendary Coolio, and cover several other stories making headlines.

As always, expect thoughtful conversation, authentic perspectives, and classic Talk My Credo discussion.

🎬 Should Hollywood move beyond Black trauma?

🎤 Kanye West's "White Lives Matter" controversy

📰 Rachel Dolezal returns to the headlines

📺 Netflix's Dahmer phenomenon

🕊️ Remembering Coolio

😂 Dope or DooDoo returns

00:00 - Intro

03:14 - Remembering Coolio

06:17 - PETA's latest campaign

10:35 - Netflix's Dahmer and true crime

18:54 - Rachel Dolezal's latest controversy

26:59 - Viral nursing home story

35:34 - Kanye West's "White Lives Matter" shirt

47:52 - Should we continue supporting Black trauma films?

01:14:05 - Closing thoughts

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, entertainment, politics, history, current events, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor.

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• Are Black trauma films still necessary?

• Where should Hollywood go next when telling Black stories?

• What did you think of Kanye West's controversy at the time?

#TalkMyCredo #BlackCulture #KanyeWest #Hollywood #RachelDolezal #Podcast #CurrentEvents

Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast!

This week, the crew dives into several stories that sparked conversations about representation, identity, and culture.

We react to the continued debate surrounding Disney's live-action The Little Mermaid, discuss Nigeria's decision to prioritize local models in advertising, and examine how conversations about race, identity, and representation continue to shape entertainment and media.

We also cover Stacey Dash's surprising comments, Missouri's school discipline debate, the controversy surrounding a viral AI-generated rapper, and several other stories that had the internet talking.

As always, expect thoughtful conversation, humor, and classic Talk My Credo perspectives.

🧜 The Black Little Mermaid debate

🌍 Nigeria's advertising model decision

🤖 The AI rapper controversy

🏫 Missouri school discipline discussion

🎬 Stacey Dash returns to the headlines

😂 Classic Talk My Credo shenanigans

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, entertainment, politics, technology, history, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor.

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• Why do you think The Little Mermaid generated so much debate?

• What are your thoughts on Nigeria's advertising decision?

• Should AI-generated artists have a place in the music industry?

#TalkMyCredo #LittleMermaid #BlackCulture #Nigeria #AIRapper #Podcast #CurrentEvents

Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast!

This week, the crew dives into one of the wildest news cycles of the year.

We react to the FBI search of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, discuss the continued campaign to secure Brittney Griner's release, and examine several viral stories that raise bigger questions about accountability, attention, and modern culture.

From a controversial graduation photoshoot to a security guard's unbelievable false emergency report, the conversation explores why outrageous behavior continues to dominate headlines—and what that says about our society.

As always, expect thoughtful discussion, honest perspectives, and plenty of classic Talk My Credo humor.

🏛️ Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago raid

🏀 Brittney Griner update

🎓 Viral graduation photoshoot

🚨 False mass shooting report

😂 Classic Talk My Credo shenanigans

🎙️ Donte, KT, and Nas bring another unforgettable discussion

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, current events, politics, entertainment, sports, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor.

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• What was your reaction to the Mar-a-Lago raid?

• Has social media made people chase attention at any cost?

• Which story surprised you the most this week?

#TalkMyCredo #DonaldTrump #BrittneyGriner #BlackCulture #Podcast #CurrentEvents #Politics

Welcome to a special edition of the Talk My Credo Podcast!

For the first time ever, we take the podcast LIVE.

Donte travels to New York City to link up with Nassor Nuru from The Late Night Flight Podcast for a live recording at a Grid City Battle League event, bringing you behind the scenes of one of the region's growing battle rap communities.

From exclusive interviews with battle rappers, league organizers, and local creatives to conversations about hip hop, culture, and the future of battle rap, this episode captures the energy of the event while introducing you to the people helping build the scene.

If you love battle rap, independent media, hip hop culture, or authentic conversations, this episode is for you.

🎙️ Our first live podcast

🎤 Inside a Grid City Battle League event

🤝 Collaboration with The Late Night Flight Podcast

🔥 Interviews with battle rappers and event organizers

🏙️ Hip hop culture from Queens, New York

😂 Classic Talk My Credo moments

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, hip hop, current events, entrepreneurship, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor.

This special live edition gives you an inside look at independent battle rap culture and the passionate community helping it grow.

💬 Join the conversation:

• Have you ever attended a live battle rap event?

• Who's your favorite battle rapper?

• Would you like to see more live Talk My Credo episodes from events around the country?

#TalkMyCredo #BattleRap #GridCityBattleLeague #QueensNY #HipHop #Podcast #LivePodcast

Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast!

This week, the crew dives into one of the most interesting stories in sports and media as LeBron James moves to trademark the phrase "Shut Up and Dribble."

What does it mean when a public figure takes ownership of a phrase once used to criticize them? We discuss branding, athlete activism, public perception, and the power of controlling your own narrative.

We also react to the lawsuit involving Sesame Place, discuss why an entire North Carolina police department resigned, laugh through another classic KT moment, and cover several other trending stories from the week.

As always, expect thoughtful conversation, honest perspectives, and plenty of Talk My Credo shenanigans.

🏀 LeBron James and "Shut Up and Dribble"

🎢 Sesame Place lawsuit

🚔 Why an entire North Carolina police department resigned

😂 KT saves the day

💬 Current events, culture, and community discussion

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, sports, politics, entertainment, current events, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor.

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💬 Join the conversation:

• Was trademarking "Shut Up and Dribble" a smart move by LeBron?

• What are your thoughts on the Sesame Place controversy?

• Which story stood out to you the most this week?

#TalkMyCredo #LeBronJames #ShutUpAndDribble #SesamePlace #BlackCulture #Podcast #CurrentEvents

Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast!

This week, the crew dives into several of the biggest cultural conversations making headlines.

We discuss the controversy surrounding Sesame Place, examine the debate over replacing the word "mother" with "birthing parent", react to Netflix introducing a lower-cost ad-supported subscription, and break down Omarion's explanation for his viral performance.

Throughout the episode, we explore how language, culture, public perception, and accountability continue to shape today's conversations.

Of course, it wouldn't be Talk My Credo without plenty of laughs and classic crew chemistry along the way.

🎢 Sesame Place controversy

📝 The "birthing parent" debate

📺 Netflix introduces ads

🎤 Omarion responds to viral criticism

😂 Classic Talk My Credo shenanigans

💬 Culture, identity, and current events

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, entertainment, politics, current events, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor.

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💬 Join the conversation:

• What were your thoughts on the Sesame Place controversy?

• Should institutions adopt terms like "birthing parent"?

• Would you pay less for Netflix if it included advertisements?

#TalkMyCredo #SesamePlace #Netflix #BlackCulture #CurrentEvents #Podcast #Culture

This week's episode is a little different.

After recovering from COVID, I wanted to take a step back from the usual headlines and have an honest conversation about life, purpose, growth, and where Talk My Credo is headed.

Illness has a way of slowing you down and forcing you to reflect. During that time, I found myself thinking about the direction of the podcast, the responsibility that comes with having a platform, the importance of personal growth, and what it truly means to keep moving forward even when the path isn't clear.

As we approach 100 episodes and the end of Season 1, this felt like the right time to share those thoughts with you.

This isn't our typical current-events episode—it's simply an honest conversation between me and the community that's been supporting this journey.

🩺 Recovering from COVID

🎙️ The future of Talk My Credo

💭 Lessons learned through adversity

📈 Personal growth and self-reflection

❤️ A thank-you to everyone who has supported the podcast

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, current events, personal growth, entrepreneurship, and society through thoughtful conversation and authentic perspectives.

Whether you've been with us since Episode 1 or you're just discovering the podcast, thank you for being part of the journey.

💬 Join the conversation:

• Has a difficult season ever changed your perspective on life?

• What kinds of conversations would you like to see on Talk My Credo moving forward?

• What's one lesson you've learned from slowing down?

#TalkMyCredo #PersonalGrowth #Podcast #COVID #SelfReflection #Purpose #BlackCreators

Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast!

This week, the crew reflects on another tragic mass shooting in America and the difficult conversations that seem to follow every time these events occur.

Rather than focusing only on the headlines, we explore broader questions about violence, public policy, media narratives, personal responsibility, and the conversations our communities continue to have after each tragedy.

We also react to some of the week's most talked-about cultural moments, including Ray J's heartfelt gesture to Brandy, viral political campaign ads, and several other stories that sparked debate across social media.

As always, expect thoughtful discussion, humor, and authentic Talk My Credo perspectives.

📰 America's latest mass shooting discussion

🗳️ Political campaign ads and public perception

🎤 Ray J and Brandy

💬 Culture, accountability, and current events

😂 Classic Talk My Credo shenanigans

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, current events, politics, entertainment, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor.

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💬 Join the conversation:

• What conversations do you think America continues to avoid after these tragedies?

• Have political campaigns become more about entertainment than policy?

• Which topic from this episode resonated with you the most?

#TalkMyCredo #CurrentEvents #Politics #BlackCulture #Podcast #SocialCommentary

Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast!

After a much-needed break, the crew is back to unpack one of the most eventful weeks in recent memory.

We discuss the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, react to R. Kelly's 30-year prison sentence, revisit Sha'Carri Richardson's latest challenges on the track, and break down the much-discussed Verzuz battle that had fans talking for all the wrong reasons.

From politics and sports to music and culture, we explore the stories that shaped the week while offering thoughtful perspectives, plenty of laughs, and classic Talk My Credo chemistry.

⚖️ Roe v. Wade overturned

🎵 R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years

🏃 Sha'Carri Richardson update

🎤 Verzuz recap

💬 Current events, culture, and community discussion

😂 Classic Talk My Credo shenanigans

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, politics, entertainment, sports, history, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor.

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💬 Join the conversation:

• How do you think the Roe v. Wade decision will shape the future?

• What are your thoughts on R. Kelly's sentencing?

• Can Sha'Carri Richardson reclaim her place among the world's elite sprinters?

#TalkMyCredo #RoeVWade #RKelly #ShaCarriRichardson #BlackCulture #Podcast #CurrentEvents

Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast!

As Pride Month continues, the crew takes a step back to examine a bigger question:

Where does genuine support end and corporate or political pandering begin?

Donte, KT, and special guest Nassor Nuru from The Late Night Flight Podcast break down several of the week's biggest headlines involving politics, advertising, celebrity culture, and social media, exploring how brands, public figures, and institutions navigate today's cultural conversations.

From eye-catching marketing campaigns to political messaging and celebrity drama, the crew shares thoughtful perspectives, laughs, and classic Talk My Credo chemistry.

🏳️ Pride Month and public messaging

🗳️ Political pandering

📢 Corporate marketing campaigns

🎭 Celebrity headlines and culture

😂 Fast-paced Talk My Credo conversations

🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, current events, politics, entertainment, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor.

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💬 Join the conversation:

• Where do you draw the line between authentic support and marketing?

• Do companies become too performative during major cultural moments?

• Which story from this episode stood out to you the most?

#TalkMyCredo #PrideMonth #CurrentEvents #BlackCulture #Podcast #SocialCommentary #Culture