Trey's Table

Most baseball fans know the name Curt Flood for his incredible 12-season run in center field for the St. Louis Cardinals. But his greatest victory happened off the diamond. ⚾️⚖️
In 1969, after being traded against his will, Flood did the unthinkable: he challenged Major League Baseball’s "reserve clause." He risked his career and his reputation to fight for the rights of every player who came after him.
In our latest podcast episode, we dive into the life of the man who paved the way for modern free agency. It’s a story of courage, sacrifice, and a legacy that changed sports forever.
🎧 Listen to the full story here
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Prosecutors, unfortunately, keep trying to remove Black jurors from criminal cases. It just happened in the trial of Karmelo Anthony. Let’s talk about how we can change the system to eliminate this racism.

The British Royal Family profited immensely from the slave trade. How should it make amends? Let’s talk about it.

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The Catholic Church enslaved her during the Colonial era. She refused to give up her fight for freedom. This is the story of Ann Joice.


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Last week, Pope Leo issued an apology for the Catholic Church’s role in the transatlantic slave trade. Let’s talk about the history and what should come after the apology.

For more than a decade, the LAPD failed to stop a police officer who was a ticking time bomb. For two years, the department even paid him to stay home, fearing he was so racist he might harm innocent Black people. On the latest episode of Trey’s Table, we examine how that scandal helped a murderer evade justice.
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You’ve heard about the explosive new Supreme Court case on voting rights. Let’s explore the story of some of the people involved in the case.
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Marla Gibbs didn't just move from The Jeffersons to 227—she moved from actress to architect.
Most people don't realize that Marla’s deal for 227 was one of the most powerful contracts of its time. We’re discussing:
• How she protected the authenticity of her characters.
• The specific moves she made to secure producer status.
• Why her autobiography is a "must-read" for any aspiring creator.
New episode is live! Tap the link in our bio to hear how Marla took the wheel. 🎙️
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Private corporations know everything about what we do, say, and consume. They are giving this information to the government. Let’s talk about what this means for privacy, racial justice, and civil rights.

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Did you know that in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Italian immigrants were often legally and socially marginalized in ways that mirror the Black experience in America? 🇮🇹🇺🇸
From restrictive housing covenants to "No Italians Need Apply" job postings, the path to becoming "American" was paved with systemic barriers. On today’s episode, we explore:
• The roots of anti-Italian sentiment.
• The parallels between different marginalized groups in the U.S.
• How these historical exclusions shaped the landscape of our cities today.
Listen to the full conversation on all major platforms. Link in bio! 🎧

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