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The History of Being Black
The History of Being Black is a powerful exploration of the global Black experience, moving far beyond the traditional narratives often taught in history books. This series dives deep into the profound contributions, systemic challenges, and enduring legacies of the African Diaspora. By examining the intersections of culture, politics, and identity, the show serves as both a mirror and a bridge, connecting the ancient roots of Black civilization to the contemporary movements shaping our world…
Episodes
The History of Being BlackNot for Kids Anymore
In this episode, J-Hall explores the controversy surrounding hip hop and its impact on the community. He discusses the early days of hip hop and the resistance…
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But Do You Really Know?
Join Host J hall as he talks Diddy and Cassie and the community impact of how the situation played out. Keeping it light this holiday weekend. Speaking of…
The History of Being BlackTellin' It Like It Is
This week the co-author of the book Policing Black Bodies joins J on the podcast and he pulls no punches in talking about the many ways black bodies are…
The History of Being BlackDance Young Lady Dance
We are talking culture and dance with Shayna Rudd Founder/Artistic Visionary of The Legends Academy and The LadyDiva Program for Girls and Women. Join host J…
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The Cultural Dating List
This week on the Pod, host J Hall addresses the viral video of a woman not wanting to get out of the car at a Cheese Cake Factory on a seemingly first date…
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A Year Long Celebration of Hip Hop
This week J continues his look at Hip Hop as the 50th Anniversary rolls on. This week a highlight on the group Outkast and their contribution to the game…
The History of Being BlackWhat's My DJ's Name
This week J is full on fanning on one of the early and biggest names in the Hip Hop Game. Cut Creator DJ for LL Cool J talks Hip Hop, the early days in NY, how…
The History of Being BlackThe Reality We Live in Right Now
Join J as we talk to one of our favs, Eden-Renee Hayes about where we are right now with DEI. It's an amazing conversation join in right now.
The History of Being BlackPut Me in Coach
HOBB host and Howard Alum J Hall caught up with former Howard basketball coach, Howard Alum and soon to be podcast host Sanya Tyler before this years Truth and…
The History of Being BlackHere Comes the Judge Again
Our Favorite Judge is Back! Judge Angela Robinson is back to share more of her amazing story and talk about some of the things going on in the Supreme, federal…
The History of Being BlackTransitional Risks
This week host J Hall sits down with Bae Sade to hear the story of survival and the tactics used through music and beauty to sustain the belief in ones self to…
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A Conversation About Baldwin
Joining J on the podcast this week, Charles Reese known as the Cultural Architect for Public Engagement, Charles Reese is a multi-hyphenated actor, author, and…
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Dr. Gina Lathan
Take a ride with History of Being Black host J. Hall and he cruises down the famous Route 66 with Dr. Gina Lathan CEO of Route History. They discuss the black…
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Tiffany Ford
In this episode of "The History of Being Black" podcast, host J Hall sits down with special guest Tiffany Ford, the business guru based in Philadelphia…
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DJ Cosmic Kev
Season 2 is winding down with a conversation with the legendary DJ Cosmic Kev.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A Look Back at Season 2
Season 2 in the books. J does a recap.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ivan Thomas
PR Brand Management Entrepreneur Ivan Thomas steps in to talk elevating your blackness and defy gravity through branding.See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Taneshia Nash Laird
In this episode of "The History of Being Black," host J Hall sits down with Taneshia Nash Laird, president and CEO of the Greater Roxbury Arts and Cultural…
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Amber Cabral
In this episode of History of Being Black, host J Hall sits down with guest Amber Cabral to delve into her roots in Detroit and her early interest in…
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Talkin' Smack
In this episode, host J Hall discusses the recent Women's NCAA final game and the difference in response to taunting from Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Trash…
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J.P. Miller
Author J.P. Miller stops by for a conversation about her book and she and J discuss some little known names from the Civil Rights era that are due some shine…
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Life After Death
This Week J is contemplating life after Life After Death inspired by You're Nobody Till Somebody Kills You. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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RaShall Brackney
Prior to her appointment as Distinguished Visiting Professor of Practice at George Mason University, Dr. RaShall M. Brackney retired from the Pittsburgh Bureau…
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What A Weekend
The culture was on blast this past weekend with the opening of Creed 3 and the LIVE Chris Rock special on Netflix where he addressed the slap heard around the…
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Olivia Fox
This week J talks to syndicated radio host turned podcast host Olivia Fox and J brought her flowers with him. Listen as he honors her and her journey in…
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Tony Jackson: The Real Money Coach
In the episode the author of the book "Increase, Protect and Dominate Your Money", Tony Jackson breaks down the history of being black when it comes money…
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Aimee Allison Part 2
She The People creator Aimee Allison is back for another conversation on the amazing women in politics past and present. There is plenty left to do and you can…
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Inside the Black Box
Joe Morton & Tracey Moore join J on the podcast to talk Black Actors, Black Movies and their show Inside the Black Box on Crackle TVSee omnystudio.com/listener…
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Tyre Nichols
J. has some thoughts and feelings about Tyre Nichols. You'll hear them this week on the podcast the History of Being Black.See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Hasan Kwame Jeffries
Brooklyn NY by way of Atlanta GA and Columbus Ohio Hasan Jeffries joins J Hall for an amazing conversation. They talk about BKNY, HBCU's, Politics, Education…
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Roderick Lawrence
Actor and Producer and Black Man Films Co-Founder merges art with activism to tell important black stories with J. Hall on the History of Being Black…
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Bad Influences
This week J recounts lessons of bad influences he encountered in his life. There's always that one. Your friends are not always your friends. See…
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Milk + Sizz
R&B Music Duo Milk & Sizz step in the the History of Being Black podcast studio to talk about their union, personal and professional and their plan to help…
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Why We Do What We Do
J talks about 2022, the slap heard around the world and getting into the podcast game. Check out some of his memorable guests and episodes to binge over the…
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Darby Baham
Romance and woman's fiction author Darby Baham stops by to talk Black Love with J. Hall in this episode of the History of Being Black. Author of the Books: The…
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How Ya Livin'?
J is doing some reflecting in this episode after the first regular feeling holiday since the pandemic ended. Lives, loves and jobs lost. What's the new…
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Dr. Joshua Wright
This week your host J Hall talks with Dr. Joshua Wright Howard Alumni and author of the book Wake Up, Mr. West: Kanye West and the Double Consciousness of…
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Really Kyrie?
This week J talks the Election and Kyrie Irving and his suspension.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Comedian Rudy Rush
Rudy walks down the hall from is podcast studio to the History of Being Black studio to talk with host J Hall about Def Jam, the Apollo, Steve Harvey, The slap…
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Hip Hop All Grown Up
J talks about the Culture, its upcoming anniversary and the icons and music that shaped and defined it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Kelvin Waites
J talks to fellow podcast mate Kelvin Waites host of the Safe Conversations podcast. Its a double does of J and Kelvin this week.See omnystudio.com/listener…
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The Names Have Been Changed to Protect the Inocent
J Hall is talking Mental Heath this week on the podcast. It's personal as he shares some stories from his on dealings with mental health. Plus some tips and…
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DJ AKADEMIKS
The Original that is. No controversy here, just a hard working brother in the radio and DJ game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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DJ Heat
Dj Heat came up in DC Radio and shares her grind in the business be one of the top DJs in DC. Come on in as we talk about the history of being black and a…
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Justin Tinsley
MC Trash vs. DJ Garbage, Howard Vs. Hampton, what's a little rivalry between friends. Author Justin Tinsley joins J Hall this week and their talking Business…
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Rick "Doc" Walker
The official start of the NFL is here! So, let’s talk the History of Being a Black NFL Player. Former Washington um, Commanders, is the one to talk to! Hit…
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Red Flags and that's Alright
J breaks down a trending topic from twitter in this weeks episode of the History of Being Black.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Charlyn Anderson
J Hall has another special guest, this join him for a conversation with Charlyn Anderson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aimee Allison of She the People
J has a ringer this week. Aimee Allison knows her stuff as the creator of She the People. Come on in and get some of this blackness. Quote: "We need to remind…
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The Chief Robert Parish: Props Bill Russell
A very special episode of the History of Being Black. This week a conversation with a legend about a legend. We are blessed to have former Boston Celtic great…
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A Mediocre White Man
Host J Hall and Twink Burns Williams talk college education and the baggage students bring with them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Judge Angela Robinson
Join J Hall and his very special guest Judge Angela Robinson. They talk presence of black women on the court and the Judge in breaks down Critical Race…
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I Miss Miranda
You have the right to remain silent, but do you? ICYMI SCOTUS made it so that the police do not have to remind you when being arrested that you have the right…
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Cameo King
J Hall gets deep in the waters discussing submission among other things. He's joined by the host of the Good Girl Podcast Cameo King. Did we say it gets deep?…
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Ebony McMorris
This week J talks with American Urban Radio Networks White House Correspondent Ebony McMorris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Reka Robinson
Reka lays it out in this episode talking with host J Hall about here time in the radio business and being single and how our culture views single women with no…
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Lil' Homie
J shares a conversation he had with a young man and ponders the things he learned and still learning as a man about women, emotions and community.See…
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The Lowcountry with Luana
J's very first great is network mate and host of the podcast Lowcountry Gullah, Luana Graves Sellars. Come on in and learn a little somethin' somethin' in a…
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Meet J. Hall
Meet the new host of the History of Being Black. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Universal Hip Hop Museum
Lets Reminisce! Join Eunice as she takes you down a journey that is Hip Hop. In 2024 the Universal Hip Hop Museum opens to the public and we get the inside…