On this special holiday episode of Holding Court, our hosts take a break but leave us with some food for thought. They dive into the meaning of the 4th of July, discussing Frederick Douglass's powerful speech, "What to the Slave is the 4th of July?" They reflect on the hypocrisy of America's independence celebration while slavery persisted. They challenge listeners to hold the nation accountable and work towards true freedom and equality for all. As we enjoy the holiday, let's remember Juneteenth's significance and continue educating ourselves and future generations about the history that shaped our country. Happy 4th of July*! Stay safe, stay woke, and keep reading those terms and conditions.
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What, To Eboni and Dustin, Is The Fourth Of July?

When law & order is the headline, what does it mean for us? Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams cross-examines news-making cases and famous faces to peer into the court of law. Each week attorney Eboni K. Williams and cultural observer Dustin Ross break down what’s on the docket in American justice and what’s not, with savvy legal analysis and commonsense commentary to provide teachable moments for us all to navigate a rigged system. Discussions in this podcast are for general information and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Always consult a lawyer for your individual circumstances.

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See, the problem is, folks talk too damn much. And today Eboni and Dustin got something to say about the folks who can't seem to keep private matters private, and the impact it can have when things go to court. First up (08:55) Georgia District Attorney Fani Willis's ex-lover former Fulton County special prosecutor sat down on national television to discuss his relationship with Willis - one that could get her kicked off of Trump's criminal trial in Georgia. Next (25:33) we'll be getting into the legal proceedings between Tyrese and his first wife and his social media spiral that didn't do what he thought it did. Lastly (40:36) we get into the very serious allegations being bandied between 50 Cent and his ex Daphne Joy, and the reasons you shouldn't accuse anyone unless you're ready to back it up.  
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When the Sneaky Link Talks TOO Damn Much!

Lots of questions this week and we've got some answers! How in the hell did some of (02:34) Harvey Weinstein's convictions get overturned? It's all about the evidence. (16:46) Is R.Kelly's conviction overturned too? Hell naw. And since GloRilla refused a breathalyzer, can I? (24:10) Well, it depends...Hit play and let's hold court! 
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To Blow or Not to Blow? That is the Question....

Introducing Plum Sykes On the Golden Days of Vogue from The Run-Through with Vogue. Follow the show: The Run-Through with Vogue
        The Met Gala is less than a week away! Plum Sykes, the writer, editor, and noughties it-girl came on the podcast to talk with Chloe and Chioma about her new book, Wives Like Us, and her most hilarious Met Gala memories, beginning in the ‘90s when she first arrived on the scene at American Vogue. 
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The mic is on and the takes are hot this week! As the divorce of Jeezy and Jeannie Mai proceeds (6:54) Eboni breaks down Jeannie Mai's claims of domestic abuse and child endangerment. And you know we're covering all things Diddy as his saga continues (22:52) this week Eboni and Dustin get into the SA claims Diddy's legal team is petitioning to have dismissed and the reason why. And finally (36:31) the DRAKE of it all. We're parsing through the legal parameters of using AI in music and why Drake was recently threatened with legal action around it. 
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Undiplomatic: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble by Deesha Dyer
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Your Kink Could Be Held Against You...

Introducing A Vision for the Future: DEZI Eyewear from The Unshakeables. Follow the show: The Unshakeables Desi Perkins launched her YouTube and Instagram profiles to focus on makeup-and people LOVED it. And when she launched a line of sunglasses with a major sunglass brand, people ate that up, too. But when it came time to renegotiate the contract with that brand… that didn’t go as planned. She and her husband Steven set out to do it on their own, knowing if the brand failed it was on them. 
 
Join Ben and Tanya as they chat with Desi and Steven about their daring real-life expansion of the online brand. Discover how they converted digital followers into real sales, demanding the best from their suppliers and refusing to settle for lackluster deal terms from a major company. These are The Unshakeables.  
 
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What, To Eboni and Dustin, Is The Fourth Of July?

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