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This is a special podcast series dedicated to examining the issues related to security in the Black Sea region. The series first appeared in the Talk Eastern Europe podcast and is now released as a separate podcast. The podcast is supported by funding from the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Tbilisi within the framework of the NATO Contact Point Embassy.
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In Search of Black Power

Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle

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In Search of Black Power challenges conventional narratives around Black policy, Black movements, and Black Life. We focus on creating a new language to discuss the issues presenting Black America, with a focus on independent institutional building and seeing Black folks as the solutions to our own problems.
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Send us a text In this episode, Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle Director of Research, Lawrence Grandpre, critiques the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) framework, showing how it centers Eurocentric norms of trauma—focusing on individual and family experiences—while neglecting African-centered views of cultural and political trauma. We discuss h…
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Send us a text Bessel van der Kolk's The Body Keeps the Score has become a global sensation, shaping mental health services and public conversations by centering trauma. Originally aimed at improving doctor-patient relationships, trauma-informed analysis has evolved into a political tool, with some advocating for its use in resource allocation to h…
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Send us a text African-centered Rites of Passage is a cultural practice and intervention that uses traditional African culture to facilitate the transition of young people to adulthood. Andre "Akintola" Turner, with over 20 years of experience in education and public health, provides an in-depth analysis of this practice through the Baltimore Rites…
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Send us a text In part two of our podcast analysis of Heather McGhee’s book “The Sum of Us,” hosted by Lawrence Grandpre, we use a historical lens to examine the effectiveness of multiracial positive-sum politics. We challenge McGhee’s argument that multiracial coalitions can effectively address global warming, showing that the history of political…
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Send us a text Heather McGee’s book, The Sum of Us, is touted as a new approach to racial justice. Her arguments, showcased from TED Talks to late-night shows, suggest that framing investments in Black communities as beneficial for everyone can counter white backlash. However, this emotional appeal to multiracial coalitions undermines Black autonom…
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Send us a text In this episode, Lawrence explores the intersections of race and economic redistribution. Advocates of "race-neutral" economic redistribution policies have rebranded them as "race-conscious," asserting that policies like baby bonds and Universal Basic Income (UBI) would disproportionately benefit Black people while mitigating politic…
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Send us a text In May 2023, Baltimore’s City Council unanimously voted to establish the Community Reinvestment and Reparations Commission to oversee the distribution of funds granted by the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund, making Baltimore City the first jurisdiction in Maryland to establish a commission like this. In this episode Dayvon Lov…
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Send us a text In this thought-provoking interview, Dayvon speaks with Shawna Murray-Browne, founder of Kindred Wellness, about the intersection of African spirituality and revolutionary struggles for Black Liberation. With a wealth of knowledge and experience as a healer, therapist, and community leader, Shawna shares valuable insights into the wa…
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Send us a text Lawrence and Rasheem discuss the intersection of environmentalism and racism in the United States. They explore the ways in which environmental racism has become a key focus of anti-racist discourse and organizing, drawing on the influential book "Dumping in Dixie" by Robert Bullard. Through a critical analysis of legal strategies an…
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Send us a text In this interview, Dayvon Love sits down with Jamye Wooten, the founder and CEO of CLLCTIVLY, to explore the critical need for collective economic development and narrative change to challenge myths of Black pathology in our communities. Jamye shares insights into his work with CLLCTIVLY, an organization committed to supporting and a…
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Send us a text Lawrence and Rasheem engage in a stimulating conversation that challenges the "food desert" narrative and explores what true food sovereignty might mean for the Black community. They discuss the dangers of relying solely on grocery stores to feed Black communities and why a more comprehensive approach is needed. Drawing on the histor…
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Send us a text In this insightful interview, we have the pleasure of speaking with Todd Steven Burroughs, a renowned author, historian, and expert on the contributions of Black political prisoners to the struggle for freedom and justice. In this video, Todd shares his deep knowledge and expertise on the subject, with a particular focus on the intel…
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Send us a text On this special episode, Lawrence Grandpre hosts a discussion on how the Black community should process the results of the 2022 Midterm Election. Support the show In Search of Black Power is a Black-owned internet show and podcast. This podcast is sponsored and produced by Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle (LBS). The internet show is p…
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Send us a text In part two of our interview with Dr. Jared Ball - he discusses his book, “The Myth and Propaganda of Black Buying Power”, and addresses the folly of Black capitalism. Jared A. Ball is a father and husband. After that, he is a Professor of Communication Studies at Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD. and is founder/curator of im…
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Send us a text We sit down with Dr Jared Ball - co-founder and host on the Black Power Media (BPM) digital platform. In part one of our interview, he lays out the ways that mass media and propaganda are used against struggles for Black Liberation. Jared A. Ball is a father and husband. After that, he is a Professor of Communication Studies at Morga…
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Send us a text In part two of our examination of Black nationalism, we look at the political implications of the marginalization of Black nationalism. We analyze the limitations of current progressive Black political formations through the lens of not learning the lessons of Black nationalism and Pan-Afrikan nationalism. Finally, we use examples of…
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Send us a text In the first of this two-part episode, we take a look at some of the historical successes of Black nationalism as a political methodology. We then juxtapose those successes with the caricatures and stereotypes used to marginalize Black nationalism. Support the show In Search of Black Power is a Black-owned internet show and podcast. …
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Send us a text In part two of our interview with Dr. Cleo Manago - we discuss the dynamics of intra-racial violence amongst Black people, particularly sexual and gender minorities. Cleo Manago is an African American activist and social architect who coined the term “same-gender-loving” (or SGL) as an alternative for African descended or black peopl…
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Send us a text On this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cleo Manago - founder of the AmASSI Center in Baltimore, Maryland. We discuss the impact of colonialism and white supremacy on the collective attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of people of African descent. Cleo Manago is an African American activist and social architect who coined the term “same-…
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Send us a text We sit down with Ernest Shaw Jr. to discuss parallels between the Black Arts Movement and contemporary Black arts and Politics. Shaw is a globally renowned painter, teacher and mural artist from Baltimore City. He’s currently an artist in residence at Motor House. Learn more about his work: https://www.eshawart.com/ Support the show …
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Send us a text A common argument among the left is that cross-class multi-racial organizing is the key to defeating capitalism and inequity in general, with unions being the most potent tool to accomplish this task. In Part 2 of our examination of Ira Katznelson's book "When Affirmative Action Was White", we analyze his argument that Northern union…
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Send us a text Universalist social policies like Social Security and Unemployment Insurance are praised as key to eliminating racial inequity. However, Ira Katznelson's book, "When Affirmative Action was White", challenges this argument. He explainins how Northern Democrats conceding to Dixiecrat desires to exclusion of Blacks from critical support…
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Send us a text Samantha Mellerson is with the W. Haywood Burns Institute, a national Black led organization that works to dismantle structural racism. We discuss the mainstream criminal justice reform movement and its successes and challenges. She also brings a depth of knowledge around nonprofit capacity building and is a certified empowerment and…
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Send us a text In the second part of this conversation, we discuss some of the critical political elements, including: The power dynamics within interracial adoptions The politics of the Democratic party and an over-reliance on the Supreme Court Potential legislative solutions to build Black power in the child welfare space Support the show In Sear…
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Send us a text Many well-meaning folks, in the name of "protecting children" support the idea of "child welfare/protective services" - believing government services that surveil families for signs of mistreatment are the only way to prevent child abuse. However, in a special two-part episode, we analyze how the reality of this system does not live …
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Send us a text Part Two of our conversation around the "left" and its engagement (or lack thereof) with urban gun violence. Topics discussed include: How the Black left should understand the "Black establishment" in more nuanced ways (to understand how to extract resources for the community on critical issues). What the left's failure of to persuad…
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Send us a text Previous conversations have addressed how the progressive mainstream is failing to offer effective solutions to urban gun violence. In this follow-up episode, Lawrence and Dayvon address some of the reasons why these limitations exist. They’ll be discussing the nature of the left and what are the ideological and structural reasons wh…
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Send us a text Senator Jill P. Carter is the most progressive member of the Maryland State Senate and long time Maryland legislator. She discusses her battles with the Democratic Party establishment in Maryland. Jill P. Carter has had a successful career championing for the marginalized and disenfranchised because it is in her DNA. Carter is the da…
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Send us a text The joy of summertime in too many Black communities is marred by the prospect of an all too common spike in violent crime. This summer has, unfortunately, not been different, with cities around the nation reeling from an up to 40% increase in murder since 2020. But hope is, at least in theory, on the horizon. From the federal governm…
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Send us a text The repeal of Roe vs. Wade sent a shockwave throughout the American political systems, but the history, context, and specific dynamics around reproductive justice for the Black community are often left out of the mainstream conversation. In this special two-part episode, Lawrence and Rasheem start with a discussion of Roe's repeal, w…
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Send us a text Stacey Patton's book, "Spare the Kids", has led to spirited debate among parents. Some say Black children need physical discipline to inculcate self-discipline necessary to prevent them from being victims of white supremacy. Others say it is carrying on a legacy of white supremacy and causing permanent harm to children - creating tra…
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Send us a text 2021 had the highest rate of death by overdose in American history, with over 100,000 Americans dead. In opposition to the "Just Say No" ideology of the 80's and 90's - harm reduction rejects abstinence-only dogma and promotes "any positive change" toward more healthy and more controlled substance use. It has has received more attent…
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Send us a text Dayvon Love sits down with Dorcas Gilmore to discuss the operational dynamics and politics of cooperative economics. Dorcas has spent the past 17 years as a racial and economic justice advocate, attorney, and consultant working with nonprofit organizations, community-based organizations, and small businesses. Currently, she is a prin…
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Send us a text Few concepts have been more mischaracterized and caricatured than the academic theory of Afro-pessimism. Born of material struggle against Mandela aligned neoliberal wing of the ANC, the work of Frank Wilderson, Jared Sexton and other theorists has been framed in many way. Many have described it as fatalist, hetero-patriarchal, too B…
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Send us a text As the summer heat turns on, conversation about global warming inevitably picks up as well. Black environmental advocates have seen the increased public conversation, and foundation spending, on environmental advocacy and are demanding their cut. Global warming is having a disproportionate impact on Black communities. Some advocates …
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Send us a text Nneka Nnamdi is the founder of Fight Blight Baltimore - an economic, environmental, and social justice initiative led by the community and informed by data to address the issue of blight. In this conversation, we will discuss the politics of urban space, gentrification, and predatory wealth extraction policies of Baltimore City. Supp…
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Send us a text As Critical Race Theory has become a hot-button talking point, the true history and meaning behind the term are quickly being lost. Far from being merely a tool to politic victimhood and blame and shame, this episode argues Critical Race Theory is a critical heuristic and tool to analyze power and understand our history. We engage th…
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Send us a text Dayvon Love sits down with Dr. Brian Morrison for conversation about the history of Black education advocacy and practice in Baltimore and the lessons from that history that we can use for social movements today. Dr. Brian C. Morrison is the Founder and President of the William J. Watkins, Sr. Educational Institute which focuses its …
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Send us a text There is an old saying that there are three types of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics. This statement is especially true when these statistics are applied to Black/African people. While claiming to be "objective", data and statistics are often used to obscure power relations and to reflect or shape public opinion around Black …
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Send us a text Dr. Tara Bynum a scholar of African American Literature and a Baltimore native. In this interview we discuss the narratives that are highly circulated in mainstream spaces about Baltimore and the politics of those narratives. Support the show In Search of Black Power is a Black-owned internet show and podcast. This podcast is sponsor…
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Send us a text Black folks are often told homeownership and real estate are the royal road to wealth creation and stability. Government policies like the mortgage interest tax deduction are held up a "hidden secret" white people use to game the systems. Some Black people hold homeownership as "beating 'them' at their own game" and using the "master…
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Send us a text On our show, we want to highlight to work and contributions of Black civic leaders and activists. So every other episode of “In Search of Black Power” - Dayvon Love will be sitting down for in depth interviews with some of the brightest advocates in our community. Heber Brown is the director of the Black Church Food Security Network.…
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