Recently US Sen. Tim Scott made news by saying "America is not a racist country". After an entire year of protests based around race and law enforcement. The previous administration painted as the face of racism and division. With an executive order immediately put in place to specifically protect Asians and Pacific Islanders from violence and disc…

In the same week we said goodbye to Rapper/Actor/Father Earl "DMX" Simmons we lost Bad Boy's Black Rob & Shock G of Digital Underground. There was a slight sense of justice as a guilty verdict came down for former police officer Derek Chauvin and the killing of George Floyd, only to be eclipsed my multiple officer involved shootings of Black men & …

It's easy to sit back and speak of today's youth critiquing them for what they aren't doing. Words like entitled & sensitive get thrown around, are they more emotional or is this evolution? Between music, movies, social media and society they're not operating from the same playbook as previous generations. We tell them about the "good old days", an…

As we celebrate the life of Earl "DMX" Simmons, his story is full of great highs in music but also with adversity and controversy. Not only childhood but the trauma we experience as an adult directly effects our relationships, coping mechanisms and daily behavior. Constant imagery of police brutality and community violence along with what we person…

In the Marvel movie "Endgame", half of the population disappeared after the snap of a finger to return back to "normal" after 5 years. Covid-19 was that snap for our society. As the world begins to open back up, many of us are returning from obscurity to figure out how to settle back into school, work, life and find that balance. Meanwhile, the wor…

America is all about narratives. Black mothers the face of welfare, Latinos the face of immigration, Black males the face of crime, Muslims the face of terrorism, etc. As reports increase on attacks against members of the Asian community, the terrible mass shooting in Georgia happened. The shooter a white male, peacefully taken into custody. In a n…

With all of the marches, protests and community outrage that took place in 2020 was there any resolution? Speaking out is happening less and less and with vaccines going out across the country to end this pandemic there feels like the shift to "business as usual" is happening. It's one thing when "the machine" just tries to move on, but when organi…

This week we celebrate International Women's Day! We're discussing the influential women that have been in our life, the difference in how men and women see "showing up", gender roles, a country looking to implement "masculinity training" in schools & much more! Listen/Comment/Share/Subscribe and Say Something!!!…

Our 100th episode! With stories of the BLM organization taking in over $90 million how much will find its way into the communities and people who can really benefit from it? A former President said he didn't fight for reparations for fear of push back. Was it more a question of care or cowardice? When our representatives don't represent us what do …

It's easy to get caught up in pointing the finger at society and systematic issues. Those things are real and do need to be addressed but so do the issues within the community. Domestic violence, problematic people and a lack of unity are all problems that start at home. Change means dealing with those who are violating the community codes. Listen/…

A common word being used in today's politics, business & news is "diversity". Where different groups are represented. But what happens when the ones put in don't truly align with the group they're representing? Is it better to not be represented than misrepresented? What do we do about the people who use us to get into position, then forget about u…

This country has had a long history of directly/indirectly damaging or turning a blind eye to the troubles of the community. Yet many Americans are on stand by as their lives and situations get worse, waiting on Uncle Sam to save the day. Listen/Comment/Subscribe and Say So0mething!!!Say Something w/ Jermaine Morris & Berry Accius

What does true equality look like? Biden signing a new Executive Order allowing transgender citizens to join the military has been met with opposition. Policies to let student athletes compete as and against the gender they identify with, have some people saying it's unfair. Challenging the work of a politician is standard, but will addressing the …

On this MLK Day 2021 so much was said about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. But history has had a way of picking and choosing which ideas he had, to share and promote. Creating a narrative is a great way to drive thinking in a particular direction, and it happens to all of us everyday! Listen/Comment/Subscribe and Say Something!…

After what is being deemed as domestic terrorism took place at the Capitol, the nation now has to take a long look at itself. Clear disparities in how protesters last week were treated as opposed to the BLM protests just 6 months before shine a bright light on the difference in Americas its citizens live in. With a president facing his 2nd impeachm…

Our first episode of 2021! Many of us took some losses and dealt with some real challenges last year. But we made it. We're still here and we have an opportunity to make our life what we want. Start the year off right and Say Something!!! Listen/Comment/Subscribe and ShareSay Something w/ Jermaine Morris & Berry Accius

There is so much messaging in our music. We use it to mark the major moments or highlight particular emotions. But what about when the messaging becomes destructive? When it's more of the theme song to a horror movie than the soundtrack to our lives? Listen, Comment, Share, Subscribe & Say Something!!!…

Now that the election is over and we know who's holding the #46 spot, what now? What's gonna change or will it at all? Will this be more symbolic gestures, unkept promises or politics as usual? Will we get what we need or just what they want to give us? Listen, Comment, Share, Subscribe and Say Something!…

It's election time and the votes are close! Regardless of who ends up or stays in the White House we all have a lot of individual work to do. Are we focused too much on politics or not enough? Is the system broken or working perfectly as designed? Biden or Trump what do we do now? Listen, comment, share, subscribe & Say Something!…

We're back with our first show since Covid-19 hit! With so much going on it's hard to keep focus. We have the election, protests, a divided country on which direction to go, an uncertain economy, the spirit of anxiety but the will to move on. 20/20 focus for our 2020.Say Something w/ Jermaine Morris & Berry Accius

It seems as if every month a new old movie is coming out. The 3rd remake of this or part 9 of that. In an era with so many technological advances it seems there are no new ideas or creativity in entertainment. Are we at a loss for new ideas or are we being handed the same message and programming? What does this say about what we consume and are ent…

In this era of click bait and soundbites any off hand comment can be taken out of context. Someone says something and the world feels the need to respond. But what about when it's not out of context? Why can't we seem to just let people believe what they believe? How can we claim to fight for the freedom to be heard yet seem to attack people and id…

We're back with special guest and author Khalil Ferguson! We hear the phrase, "seat at the table" but what value does that really bring and what about the intentions of those invited and doing the inviting? With the community constantly getting distracted by every passing fad is it unreasonable to make moves for ourselves because we no longer belie…

For years now America has campaigned the need for stricter immigration practices and the importance of being on alert for suspected terrorists threats. The US has banned travel into the States from certain countries, ICE has been snatching up people, separating families and detaining children and throughout all this there have been over 250 mass sh…

In the 80s & 90's we had music, television shows & movies that showed positive representations that inspired many to get married, go to college, start careers, etc. With most of those examples gone, we're seeing the result play out in real life. We hear the phrase "Black Community" but is it really a "community" when there's no ownership, defined c…

We just recently had America celebrate its day of independence. The day the Declaration of Independence was signed July 4th 1776. A document that states that "...all men are created equal..." yet every individual who signed it owned slaves. That being said is this a day ADOS should be celebrating? Why isn't Juneteenth a National holiday or at least…

As the subject of reparations for ADOS makes its way into the conversation and the question posed to potential presidential candidates in 2020, the nation has been voicing its opinion. With polls showing nearly 60% of the US opposed to paying descendants of slavery reparations, what does that say about how ADOS are viewed as opposed to other groups…

Growing up we had images of doing for self, "making it" meant moving to that deluxe apartment in the sky. Looking now at the state of our schools, communities and the effects of gentrification was that the move? With one great display of giving back performed at a graduation ceremony this year, will that be a call to action or just a 2019 footnote?…

Our environment is crucial in whatever it is we're trying to create. Being surrounded by good people in healthy, productive relationships is ideal, but what happens when that's not the case? What do we do when the current culture is "Money Over Everything" & "I Got Mine, You Get Yours"? How do we build? How do we change culture or does the culture …

The death of rapper, family man, entrepreneur and community leader Nipsy Hussle has been met with an incredible show of love and respect across the globe. His message of ownership and family, along with his music has spread greatly since he passed. Why do we wait until people are gone to show our love & support? With so many theories on why he was …

Director Jordan Peele's new movie "US" has been met with mixed interpretations, criticisms and views but its theme of having two completely opposite ways of seeing the same world can be universally understood. Something as simple as identifying by gender before race or sexual orientation before faith can lead to us having night and day experiences …

After the death of Stephon Clark by law enforcement in Sacramento, California the community waited for nearly a year to hear if charges were going to be brought up against the officers involved. Instead D.A. Anne Schubert held an hour long press conference addressing Stephon Clark, his relationship, family & mental state. No charges were brought ag…

With so many celebrities in the news for all of the wrong reasons, is there a line we draw as a community? Is there a point where we can no longer overlook what they've done wrong because of the love we have for their talent? Can we separate the person from the artist and still listen to their music, see their movies or watch their games even thoug…

It seems like every other day there is a new incident that enrages us that seems to go away just as quickly. Whether it be treatment in a particular store or establishment or belittlement by way of "jokes" or mockery, we get upset, scream "boycott this" and there seems to be no follow through. We criticize those who don't participate in our anger b…

Separating the individual from their talent is a problem this world faces everyday. Loving someone for an amazing ability or skill then finding out their character doesn't align with their level of talent is hard for many. In America nearly 1 out of 4 women have been sexually abused by the age of 18. A number most believe to be higher because many …

In our society we're told to do "whatever it takes" to support our families, handle our responsibilities and to make something of ourselves. But how far is too far? Is it "selling out" to conform in order to keep the lights on? When is it a case of pride vs ego? What responsibilities do we have to a culture that may not be able to provide the same …

There are so many issues being discussed and fought over; education, law enforcement, politics etc but in America all roads lead to money. In order to make changes in the community we have to get past our feelings and get down to business. Special guest Khalil Ferguson helps us breakdown some history, business & moving forward!Listen/Comment/Share/…

Music has always been used to influence sales, mood and of course culture. It's why we have "fight songs", anthems, even that first song played at our wedding. But what about the negative influence it can have on our young people? When artists not only fail to take responsibility, but build and base their careers off of negative and in some cases c…

The phrase, "If you don't vote, you don't have a right to complain" gets used often but is that our only voice? And if so, is it enough? With groups with low voter turnout yet economic growth & community empowerment what other methods should we look in to? When incidents like Jemel Roberson, Tamir Rice & others happen what do we say to those who ha…

It's been said that America is the best at branding and marketing. This country is amazing at presenting what it wants and how it wants it to be seen. But when the product doesn't match the commercial the outcome is usually unhappy customers. Stereotypes, false narratives and frustration...the PR of the USA! Listen/Comment/Share/Subscribe and Say S…

Married men typically live longer than single men primarily because wives keep men on track for appointments, medications, etc. We men benefit from their love and attention but how many of us truly reciprocate? Are we doing our part? Are we making sure they're healthy, protected and safe?Listen/Comment/Share and Say Something!!!…

We live in a society where our celebrities are viewed as cultural representatives. That they in some way speak for the group. But what about when they're given the mic and don't represent? Or worse when things happen and they say nothing at all? We've got special guests Joshua Robinson & Taylor McClure of the Sacramento City Black Student Union dis…

It seems as if everyday we turn on the news and see one prominent figure after another involved in some form of sexual misconduct or abuse. We like to say it's famous people or individuals in position of power, but is it more of a case of societal culture? In the midst of this #MeToo movement, no one is saying abuse is ok but there are a lot of peo…

Nike made headlines with its new Colin Kaepernick campaign sending people into a frenzy of shoe burning/buying to show their disgust or support. But much like how "taking a knee" was given a completely different narrative, are we once again missing the point? Listen/Comment/Share and Say Something!!!…

With more and more incidents of law enforcement dealing with civilians and having fatal outcomes questions continue to arise. Humans are filled with insecurities, doubts, conflicts & trauma. Those things lead to people making questionable decisions, in some cases out of their character...doesn't that apply to officers too?Listen/Comment/Share and S…

We're discussing the state of Black Fatherhood in America with Dr. Khalid White, author of the book and documentary "Black Fatherhood: Trials & Tribulations, Testimony & Triumphs" We break down narratives, parenting, and the emotional roller coaster & rewards of being a father!Listen/Comment/Share and Say Something!!!…

We've got the ladies back as we talk about family, relationships, gender roles and community building! Special guest D Haze has returned with Dana for this episode. Are there differences and if so what are they when it comes to racial issues for men and women? With an overwhelming representation of interracial dating in media, what effects does tha…

This episode features special guest Entertainer, Activist, Lecturer and Author Tef Poe. We break down the current state of the nation, what we can do to get involved, the political system as well as life after Ferguson! Listen/Comment/Share and Say Something!Say Something w/ Jermaine Morris & Berry Accius

I think it's safe to say that we all believe in "free thinking" but at what point or does it at all become dangerous? Do you lose your ability to speak your mind when more people are listening? Does there need to be a form of policing within the community for people who say/do destructive things and where do we draw the line? And who do we trust to…

With incident after incident being reported in the news on how the sheer presence of Black people requires a law enforcement presence in businesses across the country, in many cases where no crime was committed, is it time to shift our thinking from these being "isolated incidents" to a more common way of thinking? As "Driving While Black" has turn…