Host, Wallace Allen maintained the theme of ‘soulful intervention’ as the medication for our times of stress and political chaos and confusion… 

In this May 4, 2025 episode of Empire Talks Back, host Wallace Allen continues the show’s guiding theme of “soulful intervention”—a necessary response to the stress, political chaos, and emotional confusion of our times. Segment One: Juneteenth, Community & Youth The first segment focuses on the importance and continued relevance of Juneteenth, with a spotlight on community-driven celebration and youth engagement in the Inland Empire. Wallace is joined by Vickie Davis, producer of the upcoming Juneteenth Jam, taking place June 19 in Rialto. She is joined by Chole Wells and Victor Corral, both of whom facilitate youth basketball leagues throughout the region. The conversation highlights mentorship, opportunity, and the role of sports and community investment in shaping young lives. Segment Two: Music, Connection & the Human Spirit The second segment features R&B vocal group The Bromatics, represented by Melvin Smith, Dr. Bill Vincent, and Henry Andrade. Together, they discuss the importance of mental and emotional connection—between artists themselves and between artists and their audience—and why authentic connection remains essential in an increasingly fragmented world. This episode brings together history, culture, sports, and music—grounded in community and guided by the belief that healing and clarity are still possible.

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Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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Originally aired April 13, 2025

Host Wallace Allen and Guest Attorney Hugo Salazar discuss the question; Is Trump Manipulating  His Way to Declaring Martial Law?

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Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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Originally aired April 6, 2025

Host Wallace Allen Discusses the importance of placing People Above Profit...

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Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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From March 30, 2025

Host Wallace Allen joins Attorney Channing Hawkinsin a discussion of the Trump Administration’s process and impact on the laws and morality of America…    

TODAY’S GUEST: ATTORNEY CHANNING HAWKINS of BRACY HAWKINS LAW;  Attorney Hawkins has extensive and unique experience in employment and labor law and board governance within the public and private sectors.  He advises his clients on a variety of employment and labor issues, including contract negotiations, personnel practices, and policies, the Fair Labor Standards Act, laws and regulations of public employee retirement plans, the Brown Act and Public Records Act, unfair labor practices, employee grievances, disability issues, investigations, arbitration, and employee disciplinary actions. 

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Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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Addressing the housing crisis in the Inland Empire. Can we make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring?

Guest: Don Smith; Co-Chair of the West Valley Regional Steering Committee 

Originally aired March 23, 2025

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Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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TODAY’S GUESTS:
Ruth Stevens, Spiritual Adviser (Women's History Month honoree)
Don Smith, Housing Advocate 
Hugo Salazar, Civil Rights Atty
Beverly Jones-Wright, Activist

Two months into the new (old) administration there is so much that is challenging common sense. Where are we headed?  How has the Trump-a-dency got you feeling about the things that you care about? Can/Will chaos and confusion lead to Martial Law and Trump as president for life?

Also, Women's Month honoree, Ruth Stevens, talks about the lessons and milestones of her 98 year (and still counting) journey.

Originally aired March 16, 2025

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Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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From cutting your losses to chasing a championship!

As part of Women's History Month, the Empire Talks Back welcomes Chloe Wells, Head Coach of Riverside's Hillcrestt H.S. women's basketball team, her assistant coach Lola McFadden, and members of the varsity team.


Originally aired March 9, 2025

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Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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Wallace Allen is joined by special guest co-host, teacher Miss Malibu, for a discussion of Dad's & Books, her newchildren's literacy programs in the Inland Empire.

Originally aired March 2, 2025

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Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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Feb. 23, 2025

Civil Rights Attorney, Areva Martin, Joins host Wallace Allen in a discussion on civil rights and civil responsibility with three high school seniors, Brandon McIntosh, Joseph Goree Jr. and Jaden Overstreet.
These young men  are participating in the annual San Bernardino Social-Lites Beautillion Experience... A six month community service activity that concludes with one of the young men being crowned "Sir Knight", based on community support earned during their activities. The winner of the coveted title of "Sir Knight" will be named and crowned during the 58th Annual Beautillion Ball.

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About the Show
Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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Feb. 16, 2025

Host Wallace Allen talks education with DR. Gwendolyn Dowdy Rodgers, Chair of the San Bernardino County Board of Education, and Dr. Ayanna Blackmon-Balogun, an educator with the Rialto Unified School District, discussing the importance of the threatened US Department of Education.

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About the Show
Empire Talks Back is hosted by veteran broadcaster Wallace Allen and explores Black culture, history, media, and community leadership through long-form conversation.

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📰 Publisher: Westside Story Newspaper
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