The Jackie Rae Show

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According to A National Survey of Children's Health, 50,000 preschoolers are suspended at least once; on average, 250 preschoolers are expelled or suspended every school day. Overwhelmingly, those children are disproportionately Black.

The higher rates of excessive discipline for Black children can lead to a number of issues. Even if the child is not suspended, children understand when they are not seen as good enough and often react negatively to that, leading to higher dropout rates and often incarceration, creating the preschool-to-prison pipeline.

Ishmael Pruitt is hoping to change the trajectory for young students who might find themselves in that pipeline. His struggles in college and his years working as a professional in higher education led him to believe that the solution to social change comes through education and empowerment of students.

"My life's mission is to stimulate the ambition of our next generation of leaders," says Pruitt, who believes that "when students are able to see themselves beyond their inherited circumstances, their understanding of education is shifted from a destination to a tool that will create better days for themselves, their families, and their communities."

This belief led him to become the co-founder and CEO of Project Optimism. This non-profit organization works directly with schools to ensure students see the value of education and are not left behind.

To learn more about Ishmael Pruitt, follow him on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ishmaeldpruitt

Learn more about Project Optimism here: https://www.projectoptimism.org/

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On this Episode of The Jackie Rae Show:

00:00 Intro - We continue to explore the questions on leadership in the Black Community.

05:12 Reverend Welton Pleasant II of Christ Second Baptist Church in Long Beach discusses what he believes the decline of Black leaders is directly tied to the decrease in attendance at Black churches — highlighting a perceived connection between church involvement and leadership development.

10:27 Dawn Staley secured her second NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship. In response to a question about transgender women in sports, Staley expressed support for their inclusion. The ensuing controversy over her stance underscores the importance of respectful disagreement and recognizing the value of differing perspectives.

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James Ellis Mark, also known as Blue, shares his journey from a troubled past to becoming a community development specialist. He discusses his experiences in the California Youth Authority and the influence of family and community on his path. James explains his desire to help others and the founding of the Black Agency. He highlights the importance of respect for elders in the black community and the need for diverse leadership. James also addresses issues of racism and discrimination in public services and offers assistance for at-risk youth.

Chapter 1:  - Pike Pandemonium: A Teen Shooting Sparks Community Reflection

https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/urge-long-beach-post-management-to-recognize-the-long-beach-media-guild

After becoming an independent, non-profit newsroom -- the biggest publication in Long Beach, the Long Beach Post is spiraling. Why is diversity the sacrificial lamb, and how can the community join the fight to save the integrity of local news? 

Award-winning talent alert! Meet the incredible Malika Blessing, representing Oakland, California, on a journey to LA chasing her sitcom dreams! Armed with a Master's Degree in Theater from Grambling State University, Malika's story is one of resilience and passion. 🎭Though her sitcom dreams are still in the making, Malika is living her best life as an actress, producer, director, and supermom! 🌟 Don't miss out on the first two seasons of her sensational series "Wicked City" on Paramount's allblk network. 📺Join Malika's adventures and follow her on Instagram @ActressMalika for a peek into her glamorous and inspiring world! 👉 Make sure you're tuned in and ready to engage! Hit that subscribe button and turn on notifications so you never miss a moment of the Jackie Rae Show! 💥 And while you're at it, be sure to follow Jackie Rae on all her socials:📸 Instagram: instagram.com/jackieraetv📘 Facebook: facebook.com/JackieRaeTV🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/JackieRaeTV

Early in life, Cheryl Vienna took the road that is often the safest traveled. Following her mother’s advice, Vienna set aside her creative aspirations and went to Purdue University to study engineering. While it was her first love, she continued to rise in the professional ranks.

🎉🔥 Get ready to dive into the hottest topics with Jackie Rae on the Jackie Rae Show! 🚀 From life's biggest moments to the latest in sports, entertainment, politics, and crucial issues within the Black Community, we're spilling the tea on it all!

Welcome to the Jackie Rae Show, where no topic is off the table. Life, sports, entertainment, politics, and, of course, issues facing the Black Community.

This week, we revisit a moment from the book Open Mike, written by TV Host, Sports Commentator, actor, and comedian Mike Hill. He discusses his feelings after losing a job where he thought he was accepted. Plus, his take on marriage and after a very public relationship and divorce, would he try it again?

Plus, is it time for the Black community to look inward instead of believing promises made by politicians?

#IndieArie #JoeRobag #BenSimmons #JamesHarden #JoeBiden

Segment 1 - India Arie and Wendy Williams

Last week the call was for Black Podcasts and Black Artists to remove their works from Spotify.  This week, India Arie walks in back and says Joe is not racist.  The problem is, she is 100% wrong.

Wendy Williams is making headlines after her former financial advisor, Lori Schiller, claimed the talk show host was not of sound mind and then cut her off from her financial assets.  The news was met with social media clowning Williams. While it is fair to say she is not the most likable person, kicking her while she is physically and perhaps mentally down is not the look.

Segment 2 - Ben Simmions - James Harden Trade.

The only real winner in this trade or the 76ers.  Ben Simmons has a mental block that seems to get worse every year and will always hold him back.

Segment 3 - Joe Biden's Crack Pipes

It's a catchy phrase, but his administration is actually handing out 'Safe Smoking Kits." That hardly sounds better.  But, it is the administration's attempt to fund programs which aim to reduce the personal and public health effects of drug use. But the real question is why not use that money to end drug use, rather than use drugs safely.