Richard brings Dedrick back for a full report on current events — from rising authoritarianism to the power of community action. Together, they unpack what’s happening in our schools, our politics, and our neighborhoods — and why showing up still makes all the difference.

This episode dives deep into the challenges facing Black communities today, the cost of silence, and the urgency of staying informed and engaged.

📝 Get ready to takes notes for Episode 7 of The Ryles Report — real conversations, hard truths, and the insight you won’t hear anywhere else.

In this captivating episode, Richard Ryles sits down with his new found cousin Bertha French, a genealogist, public health expert, and co-founder of the Descendants of Enslaved Communities of Virginia to uncover how family history can rewrite our understanding of freedom and legacy. From uncovering lost ancestral ties to preserving the stories of the enslaved who built the University of Virginia, Bertha shares powerful insights on reclaiming history, honoring our roots, and keeping our ancestors’ voices alive.

Former NFL Players Association Executive Director DeMaurice Smith joins The Ryles Report to expose the truth behind pro football — a system built on nepotism, power, privilege, and exploitation.

From the 2011 lockout to Colin Kaepernick’s exile, Smith reveals how race and control shape everything inside the NFL

🎙️ Listen to “Truth Behind Pro Football: Race, Power, and the Fight for Players’ Rights”

This episode of The Ryles Report was inspired by Spike Lee’s powerful documentary Come Hell or High Water. After watching it, I knew the conversation around New Orleans and gentrification had to continue. Joining me is Urban Planner, Designer, and Artist Amy Stelly, a proud native of the historic Tremé neighborhood. Together, we unpack the realities of gentrification, urban planning, and the fight to preserve the soul of New Orleans.
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In this special episode of The Ryles Report, we flew out to California to sit down with my lifelong mentor — Dusty Baker, World Series–winning manager, three-time Manager of the Year, All-Star outfielder, and future Hall of Famer.

Dusty takes us through his remarkable journey in baseball: from playing alongside Hank Aaron and other legends, to navigating life as a Black MLB player in the Jim Crow South, to his decades-long career as one of the most respected managers in the game.

We also dive into the current state of Major League Baseball, the lessons Dusty has learned on and off the field, and what it truly means to break barriers in America’s pastime.

This is more than just a conversation about baseball — it’s a powerful look at history, resilience, and leadership.

His father invited Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to Memphis in April 1968. Dwain Kyles reflects on Dr. King’s final 31 hours, how that moment shaped his family, and the lasting impact on our community.

On this episode of The Ryles Report, Richard sits down with Attorney Dedrick Straughn to uncover who Charlie Kirk really was, the true intent behind the Second Amendment, and the dangers of passive leadership within the Black community. Together, they add historical context to today’s civil rights struggles and expose how Jim Crow continues to echo in modern America.

You’re hearing all these buzzwords in the news and on social media. And if you don’t understand the historical context then you won’t understand what is happening today in the world around us. Well no worries because you’re now listening to the Ryles Report. This is our chance to sit down and connect the dots between history and the world we live in today. My name is Richard Ryles and as an attorney and community leader, I blend candid conversations with historians, artists, educators, and changemakers. Together, we explore how the past shapes the issues, culture, and people we care about most.

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