Unscripted. Unfiltered. Uncomfortable—in the best way. Straight Talk drops into living rooms, barbershops, corners, and council halls to parse real life: housing, wages, power, and the culture wars reshaping our cities. Host Rev. Renaldo C. McKenzie brings neighbors, thinkers, and doers to the mic for fast, frank dialogue that cuts through spin and lands on action. No pundit panels—just people with skin in the game. Tune in, speak up, walk good.Podcast Episode Description

Title: Straight Talk: Section 8, Gentrification & Why “Apolitical” Isn’t Neutral
Show: The Neoliberal Round – Straight Talk by Renaldo C. McKenzie
Guests: Keeana Centy, Randolph Travis
Content Note: Contains strong language.

Renaldo sits down with Keeana Centy and Randolph Travis for a raw, on-the-block conversation about Section 8’s two-year window, landlord-tenant realities, Philly’s gentrification wave, voter apathy, demographic anxiety, immigration, gun culture, and the escalating stakes of American politics. It’s unscripted, unfiltered—and pointed toward action: register, vote, organize, and build assets before policy happens to you.

You’ll hear:

• Why assistance must be a runway, not a rut

• How redevelopment becomes displacement without safeguards

• The math behind “landslides” in a country where half sit out

• A hard look at identity politics and institutional power

• Practical steps: tenant rights, land trusts, workforce pipelines, civic habit-building

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• 00:00 Intro & format (Straight Talk)

• 01:10 Section 8 realities & the “two-year” runway

• 06:40 Landlords, inspections, and tenant responsibility

• 10:55 Gentrification corridors in Philly (University City → 50th, East/West Lehigh)

• 14:50 Voter math, apathy, and power’s vacuum

• 18:30 Demographics, abortion politics, and backlash

• 22:15 Immigration, gun laws, unequal enforcement

• 26:10 What it means to be “apolitical”

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Filler Before Season 13 – CDC Shakeups, Trump’s Power Plays, and Castro’s Appeal

In this in-between episode, host Rev. Renaldo C. McKenzie takes a moment to reflect on the turbulent political climate as The Neoliberal Round readies for Season 13. From the dramatic ouster at the CDC to Donald Trump’s ever-expanding assertions of power, Renaldo explores how public health and governance have become politicized battlegrounds.

He also previews a forthcoming deep dive into the case of John Anthony Castro, a former GOP candidate now imprisoned on charges he insists are politically motivated. Plus, get a sneak peek at new series coming this season, including Straight Talk, where real voices in real spaces share their unfiltered perspectives.

This isn’t just filler—it’s a critical lens on power, politics, and the path ahead.

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Yesterday several vehicles collided at a major intersection in North Philadelphia. Renaldo of The neoliberal was in the area and streamed the aftermath of the accident. In fact we were able to capture the firefighters and paramedics trying to remove a lady that was still pinned down in the car. We spoke with an officer who provided an unofficial report while on the scene.

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Renaldo is the Author of Neoliberalism and is an Academic, Professor and Doctoral Candidate.

Renaldo graduate from the University of Pennsylvania.

and is at Georgetown University and Temple University. Renaldo is a professor at Jamaica Theological Seminary.

Renaldo joins the press conference at the white house with Zelensky and Trump today 8.18.2025 following Trump's meeting with Putin in Alaska. Renaldo flanked by in studio guests Randolph Travis a member of the DNC and local Philly Resident, a Veteran and Social Worker in New Jersey. We share the press conference and provided our commentary.

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The Professor, Rev. Renaldo Mckenzie, wraps up the final episode/class of Caribbean thought 2025.Renaldo provides an overview of the season by delving into several concepts, theses and issues in the world that affect the Caribbean.The class discusses Obeah, the Afrocentric Paradigm, Neoliberal globalization and US politics and how Trump's policies are affecting the world.The lecture series is made possible by The Neoliberal Corporation. https://theneoliberal.com

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On a Quick Note: Is Trump losing the MAGA Support? Renaldo discusses on this bonus episode.

Twins Ricardo and Renaldo of The Pulse share some light moments on the Podcast, Gardening while discussing serious issues that will be explored on a full episode of the Pulse, coming up later this weekend.

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This episode is an informational where we took to the streets to engage and met up with Phil Butler who shared about the First Step Staffing Program in Philly offering low- to semi-skilled working jobs with limited requirements and restrictions.

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes

Episode Title: Street Vibes: Pulse of The Street with Renaldo ft. Phil Butler

Description:
What’s the word on the street? Renaldo dives deep with Philadelphia legend and activist Phil Butler to explore the real concerns of everyday people—housing, justice, recovery, and the price of resilience. From gritty truths to hopeful dreams, this episode captures the voice of the unheard and the heartbeat of the city. No spin. No script. Just real talk from the curbside.

🎧 Listen in as we walk the line between system and survival.

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What’s Your Story? Part 20 – Featuring Lord
The Neoliberal Round Podcast with Renaldo McKenzie

In this powerful and unfiltered conversation, Renaldo sits down with a rising Philadelphia artist known as Lord—a gifted musician and visual creator with a story as compelling as his craft. From unreleased tracks like Vulnerable Lover to his dark, expressive artwork, Lord opens up about his journey, mental health diagnoses, creative process, and passion for performance.

We talk music distribution, stage presence, influences like Chris Brown, Beyoncé, and even Michael Jackson—and the challenges of turning artistic talent into a career. This raw, off-the-cuff chat offers a glimpse into the mind of a young visionary standing at the crossroads of potential and purpose.

🎨🎵 Tune in for a preview of what’s to come as Lord prepares to join us for a full sit-down. You don’t want to miss this.

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Question: Is it a fun fact to say that St. Lucia was named after a European even until this day in 2025?

Moments in Caribbean Thought on The Neoliberal Round by Renaldo McKenzie: Renaldo shares why a fun fact presented about some Caribbean Nations and people are not fun but a represents colonized history and to embrace these facts are defeatist in Caribbean Thought Summer via any podcasthttps://anchor.fm/theneoliberal @Spotify stream and @YouTube https://youtube.com/@renaldomckenzie

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