Comedian Katrina Davis (AGT, Time Out’s LA’s Comics to Watch 2019) and I discuss social media as a tool for finding/losing yourself, Black female stereotypes in Hollywood, the importance of representation, what it means to define “blackness,” and more! Subscribe & enjoy!

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Hang out with comedian Jaleesa Johnson each week as she has thoughtful discussions with friends both old and new about race, art, activism, and more!

The Desire To Just Be feat. Katrina Davis

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Jaleesa and Jess talk about Westworld, Donkey Kong, conspiracy theories, disinformation, and COVID-19.

Cabin In The Hood

Jaleesa's back! Today she talks about cancel culture literally going viral, updates on her life and family, as well as her and her girlfriend making music. Enjoy!

Theme Song: Chaotic Neutral by Lame Jane

Coronavirus Cancels SXSW

Bayard Rustin is widely credited for helping shape Martin Luther King Jr.'s philosophies on nonviolence and civil disobedience. As an openly gay black man, he played a critical role in the civil rights movement.

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S3E3 - Bayard Rustin

The 2001 film "Boycott" illustrates the emergence of Martin Luther King Jr.'s political career as well as the birth of the modern civil rights movement. Enjoy! #BlackHistoryYear

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S3E2 - The Montgomery Bus Boycott

The 1986 film "The Boy King" portrays Martin Luther King Jr.'s earliest encounters with racism as well as the extremely close relationship he had with his family. Enjoy! #BlackHistoryYear

Movie Link:  https://www.ajc.com/video/local-video/the-boy-king-wsb-special-presentation/7jukMVTRjXxY9RAEcqo8eN/

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The Desire To Just Be feat. Katrina Davis

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