In the early 1900's black folks collectively owned about 20 million acres of land in the US and today we own less than 4%. Why is this the case should be your primary question. The answer is simple - Systematic land theft and its been a problem since we earned our 'freedom"

On this episode we sit down with Jillian Hishaw, an expert in the problem of systematic land theft, and listen as she breaks down the how and the why but also provides context on how big of a problem it still is today.

To learn more about the work Jillian is doing please visit her WEBSITE or engage with her on social media - IG

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Education and specifically higher education (while not the only way) has a direct link to closing the wealth gap. This means the opportunity to advance our education at every level is critical and something the entirety of Black America should be focused on. Billionaire Robert Smith had the issue of access and funding for higher education squarely in his sights that day on Morehouse campus when he agreed to shoulder the student loan debt of 400+ graduates that day, but more importantly the idea for the Student Freedom Initiative was born.

What is the Student Freedom Initiative you may ask..... what I'll tell you is that it is an answer to the problem of how can I, he, she, and we afford college... it is a bridge over the troubled waters of financial inequity and it is the topic of todays episode. Mark Brown, executive director of The Student Freedom Initiative, joins us to talk the the need, the problem, and the solutions. His organization is equipped to support us while it teaches us how to pay forward the beautiful gift of a college education.

To learn more about The Student Freedom Initiative please visit their WEBSITE.

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The tech industry not only needs more black and brown folks but it is also creating pathways toward significant income and wealth for those who break in. On this episode we sit with Alexandra Holien, Deputy Director of ADA Developers, as she provides context on the what, why, when, and how of breaking into tech. She takes care to show you how to get the right education and experience for those truly interested in enriching their life position inside of this industry. She goes in detail with the programs and work options that ADA Developers offers to help folks change their position and trajectory. One call out - pay attention to the average income increase graduates of their program receive!!!

If tech is for you....if coding is for you....or if you are even remotely interested in the industry then this is the episode for you.

To learn more on Alexandra please feel free to reach out to her via email - HERE or go learn more about ADA Developers on their WEBSITE.

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Heal my brother! Heal my sister! Now here is how you get there.

Our guest today, Thérèse Cator, is a mother and a healer and she is hyper targeted on black women (but hint hint black men you can learn something here as well). On this episode we a blessed to have time with Thérèse as she talks us through full body healing .... something different than we, at While Black, had experienced.

Take your time to digest this one and allow yourself to be made better.

Make sure to get closer to Thérèse and Embodied Black Girl on both the organizations website and her personal website.

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Has the fight about race reached its boiling point in this country?

What is the solution for racial equity and how do we enact it?

Just what in the hell is really happening here for black folks?

CNN political commentator, New York Times best-selling author, and former white house aid Keith Boykin leads a conversation on positioning us for greatness in this country and you had better not miss this episode. Its 100% enlightening but also 40% scary...bc he is not afraid to be real about this county and what needs to happen before we find ourselves in the midst of CIVIL WAR

To go a few levels deeper than we get on today's show make sure you go and purchased Keiths Book entitled "Race Against Time: The Politics of a Darkening America"

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We're sharing a special preview of the new podcast, Well-Read Black Girl

from Pushkin Industries. Well-Read Black Girl is the literary kickback you never knew you needed. Glory Edim, author and founder of the Well-Read Black Girl community, sits in deep, honest and close conversation with authors like Tarana Burke, Gabrielle Union, Elizabeth Acevedo and more. You’ll also meet book club members, literacy advocates, and Black booksellers to hear what they’re reading and what it means to be well-read. In this preview, Glory talks with lawyer and educator Anita Hill about her work to help gender-based violence victims and the process behind writing her new book. You can listen to Well-Read Black Girl at https://link.chtbl.com/whileblackwrbg.

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Critical Race Theory isn't a new topic but it sure has become a divisive one. Winfield Murray, an expert on the topic, sits with us today and lays out the truth about what critical race theory is, what it isnt, and why its important. Winfield does a hell of a job of detailing how CRT impacts you in ways you probably don't realize...the CRT battle may be central to the classroom but its impacts are far and wide.

Bonus - What do you know about Lake Lanier and the historic black town of Oscarville GA.... He breaks that down as well!!!

This is one for the history books literally!

Thank us later - PEACE

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In the name of prioritizing yourself and you self care in 2022 we are re-releasing this powerful episode with Anana Harris Parris. Last week was all about the men but this week is all about black women!!!!

Self Care is an act of revolution an act of social justice and a first step in creating radical change. In this episode, our SUPER DOPE guest Anana Harris Parris dives into actionable information supporting your ability to practice real self-care. This is hands down one of our most impactful and needed discussions and you will be blessed by listening.

For more info on Anana or The Self Care Agency go interact with and follow at her website or her IG page

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Welcome back While Black Family. In our first episode of 2022 we wanted to stand for the brothers. We want to help each black man and every person who loves, stands for or supports black men to have the info in hand to make sure that WE ARE GOOD. Today Dr Brian McGregor takes time to layout what self care in black men can look like but he also provides tools and resources for each of us to do better in that area. How can we hold you down if we are not holding ourselves down? How can we partner with other black folks to build strong families, lead dynamic earth changing children, or build financial legacies if we lack nourishment and care of self.

Tune in and get it all. Get it as a black man or get it for a black man and then make sure you share it with another.

With love in 2022 - While Black WE BACK!!!

Make sure you connect with Dr McGregor on his IG page. IG: @drbmcgregor or via email @[email protected]

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We are ending our season with a powerful and much-needed episode. (See you in January)

In this continuation from last week's episode, Noble and Kim Evans deliver specific advice in the form of 15 lessons that any married couple needs in order to live a happy harmonious marriage. You owe yourself and your spouse all the benefits afforded by tuning in to this important episode.

15 Lessons

Make sure you connect with Kim and Noble on their brand new IG page

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