The SIPmyTHOUGHTS Pod

The SIPmyTHOUGHTS Pod

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  • 32 - Chef Michael Bennett (Amorletaste)

    The coronavirus pandemic affected millions of Americans. People lost their jobs, homes, mental health among other things.

    No one is immune from the ills of life, however, in the midst of troubling times, Chef Michael Bennett rose above his circumstances.

    Bennett lost his job at Walgreens in March 2020, but had no idea he would give birth to a blessing through his creativity that would land him in the NBA Bubble last summer.

    Tune in to learn more about his story.

    IG: amorletaste

    IG: SIPmyTHOUGHTS

    46 min
  • 31 - Judas and The Black Messiah feat. Jessica Simien

    Judas and The Black Messiah vaguely discusses the story of the relationship between informant William "Bill" O'Neal who infiltrated The Black Panther Party and leader Fred Hampton.

    Jessica and I discuss her review of the movie, I share my thoughts on her review and we discuss sentiments shared in the movie, related them to issues black folks are still experiencing today and what needs to change to improve our situation.

    We discuss the church and Christianity and how it relays, black people's lackadaisical approach to merely existing by chasing the bag and looking to create and build upon the legacy of Hampton and other black heroes.

    YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUA8c1X3cJW1qBJBjtX5djA

    Twitter: jessicasimien

    IG: jessicasimienlofton

    1 hr 8 min
  • 30 - Bianca Knight

    Bianca Knight is a Mississippian and 2012 Gold Medalist at the London Olympics. Knight is now a mother of 2 and married, but her story is much more than people know.

    From childhood to adulthood, Knight's humble spirit has carried her to heights most will never reach, but along her journey, she has faced adversity also.

    She has persevered and is looking to help the next generation of track stars. Tap in to learn more about this humble soul.

    1 hr 14 min
  • 29 - Support Creatives

    This episode is random, but necessary. Like any human being, you have thoughts and sometimes they stick with you, sometimes they don't.

    Lately, I have been thinking about the "American Dream" and how it was prescribed to us as a model of success. The model is broken. Financial freedom and independence is what we should be seeking.

    How can we be a part of changing the system? Independence. Buck the system and show love. Support art. Support creatives.

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    24 min
  • 28 - Clarence E. Hill Jr.

    Tomorrow is not promised, so for me, it's been important for me to give flowers to those who have impacted my life. Moving to Dallas in 2019, Clarence E. Hill Jr., was one of the men who deserves flowers.

    Most sports journalists are white, so imagine being able to cover the most profitable and recognizable brand in the Dallas Cowboys for more than 20 years as a black journalist. It's damn near unheard of. In the last few weeks and year, black male journalists have been dying at an alarming rate so knowing that tomorrow isn't promised, I wanted to get CHill on the pod.

    We discuss our media colleagues who have passed recently, how he's been able to keep his job for 20 years, favorite Cowboys of all-time and more.

    Twitter/FB: clarencehilljr

    IG:CHillNFL

    Twitter/FB/IG: SIPmyTHOUGHTS

    50 min
  • 27- Brad "Kamikaze" Franklin

    A true Mississippi OG and Hip-Hop pioneer, most would have stopped making music after starting a group, Crooked Lettaz with famed Hip-Hop rapper, mogul and icon David Banner, also from Jackson, Mississippi, however Kamikaze channeled his passion into recreating and reestablishing the hip-hop scene.

    Today, he manages artists, such as Dear Silas and others, while passing down game to the next generation of rappers in the city. Tap in to hear from one of the Godfathers of Hip-Hop in the South.

    1 hr 21 min
  • 26 - Until You Do Right By Me ft. K. Doee, Marc J, LJ
    As an ode to The Color Purple, establishments, specifically the NFL and everyday corporations minimalize the black voice. However, when scandal within the company, a black face usually materializes to save that company, or become its scapegoat. We discuss Colin Kaepernick and his wrongful ousting, Drew Brees and the karmic stench that surrounds companies and billionaire brands who cannot escape their wrongdoings by mistreating black/brown bodies. Code-switching; is it helpful or hurtful? Do we want a seat at the table or should we build our own? Or become The Spook Who Sat By The Door?
    1 hr 5 min
  • 25 - Professor Alysia Steele
    Al Steele is a significant voice on the campus of the University of Mississippi, but the journalism school is where her voice is the most important. She is an award-winning photojournalist and author who has been recognized by Bishop T.D. Jakes, The New York Times, Mississippi Public Broadcasting, etc. Her book, Delta Jewels: In Search of My Grandmother's Wisdom gained notoriety after profiling church mothers throughout the Mississippi Delta. Hailing from the Northeast, this episode discusses our first encounter as student and professor, her matriculation to the South, adjusting to Mississippi and its rigors, along with her introduction to Southern white students. Visit her website and purchase a book: https://www.alysiasteele.com/delta-jewels-book
    1 hr 14 min
  • 24- The Rebirth

    I'm back! I took some time away after going so hard last year and obviously, life takes precedence also so I needed to exhale. 2021 is here and so is season 2 of the pod. I discuss where the pod is headed, the theme and what you can look forward to going forward. Be sure to rate, comment and subscribe!

    Guest/podcousin: @blackinthegarden

    45 min
  • 23- Black In The Garden with Colah B Tawkin

    Ep. 21 features Colah B Tawkin, curator of popular Instagram page, @BlackInTheGarden. We talk the beginning of her horticulture journey and its unique mix with black culture. We also discuss the ancestral connection between our ancestors expertise in horticulture and how the newest generation of black folks can get back to growing our own crops and veggies. Tap in!

    1 hr 12 min

About The SIPmyTHOUGHTS Pod

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Black people are not a monolith, but 99 percent of our experiences are shared. As a journalist and storyteller, too many people outside of our community tell our stories. This pod focuses on US, intellectually, socially and culturally.