The hottest conversation this week has been the suspension of track superstar Sha'carri Richardson from the Tokyo olympics. in this episode, we discuss what happened and I offer some opinions regarding the situation regarding the usage of marijuana in pro sports and life. 

Prior to 1917, East St. Louis Illinois was a booming industrial community that offered jobs and opportunities for many...however due to racial tensions and other situations that occurred the area suffered one of the most devastating riots our country has ever seen. where somewhere between 100-200+ black men, women, and children lost their lives and some 6,000+ were left displaced and homeless. Find out what happened and why we need to learn more about these situations that make up American History. 

In todays society we see a large number of people leaving the church, or closing not to be a part of the church at all. A lot of times, the reason behind this is undressed "church hurt"...today, I sat down with my brother to discuss some of the church hurt situations we have faced, and what we can do as a church community to rectify...to do better moving forward. 

On the heels of the Derrick Chauvan/George Floyd court case, another officer involved shooting happened in Ohio. A young woman by the name of Ma'Khia Bryant was shot under some contraversial circumstances. Lets dive into a discussion on this case, as well as look at how it plays a roll into the grand scheme of things we've seen in the past...and unfortunately, things we will see in the future as well. 

Why the name change? Father, husband, hooper podcast...formerly the Hojack Speaks podcast...

with the most recent political election in our very recent rear view mirror, I think its time for us to ask the question...what are our demands as a culture? Black Americans, speak up...!!!

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!!

How old were you when you went on your first date? Who helped you learn about dating? Was it encouraged or discouraged as a teenager? On this episode, I wanted to engage in some conversations about dating specifically with regards to the church and its influence on our dating lives. Did you feel prepared to go on your first date? Do you feel comfortable dating as an adult? I explore all these ideas with the help of this weeks Cohost (Sara Jackson)

Ejoy!!

Have you seen or been a part of the conversation regarding splitting the bills in a relationship. Is it required that the man do all the bill paying, while the woman does all the household tasks? lets look into this ongoing discussion...who is right or wrong? Is there a right or wrong?

Remember a while ago the viral video at the restaurant down in TX, where the owner faced backlash after going off on some "twerking" customers. 

well, I had a few thoughts about that entire situation. lets discuss it while we have the chance...

With the holiday season approaching, im sure its only a matter of time before the "Blessing loom" trend picks up on social media again. Lets talk about it a little bit and share my personal experiences with it before you sign up to participate. This is NOT an endorsement, its just a conversation...