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TMI
TMI is the dynamic, new video-taped podcast featuring activists Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne, the General. Their show takes an uninhibited look at the social and civil rights issues, pop-culture and politics. Together, they underscore the importance of social activism, awareness, knowing your rights and having a voice. They want you to know that being in service to one’s community isn’t old school; it’s real, it’s happening and its needed now more than ever. Their aim is to push our culture…
Episodes
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What’s at Stake? EVERY THING Guests: Angie Nixon, Mayor Lawson of Riviera Beach, Former councilmen Reggie Leon
Tamika and Mysonne are live on the ground in Florida with Angie Nixon, the Senate candidate they’re backing against Ashley Moody. Nixon lays out what she says…
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What’s at Stake? Project 2025 vs Black-Led Organizations Guest:Mary-Pat HectorCEO - RISE
Week 4 of the “What’s at Stake” midterm series: Project 2025 vs. Black-led organizations. Mary Pat Hector, CEO of Rise, joins Tamika and Mysonne to break down…
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What’s at Stake? Trump’s Math vs Real Math Guest: Candidate for Congress: Reverend Fredrick D. Haynes lll- Democrat nominee for TexasTrump’s Math vs Real Math
It's week 3 of TMI's "What's at Stake" series, and this week the focus is the economy, with three weeks to go until the midterms. Tamika and Mysonne start with…
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What’s at stake? Maga VS Higher Education with Tiffany Dena Loftin
Tiffany Dena Loftin, executive director of the US Student Association, joins Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne for week two of "What's at Stake" to break down how…
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What’s at stake? Corporations vs Us
Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne kick off a new series, What's at Stake, counting down to the November 3rd midterms.They break down Trump banning CNN, MSNBC, and…
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Lil Durk, DJ Akademiks, and AI child porn Controversy
Mysonne flies solo this week on TMI, and he's got a lot on his chest. He opens with his visit to Rikers Island alongside La La Anthony's 360 program, then…
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TMI: Culture, Clemency & Controversy: We’ve Got a Lot to Discuss
The Black Effect Presents... TMI! Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss the upcoming election season and GOTV organizing costs, then discuss meeting Florida…
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Watch Your Mouth
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne go in on Laura Loomer's racist attack on Senate candidate Angie Nixon, breaking down why her comments are more…
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Ballots, Blackface and Basketball
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss unpack the emotional toll of nonstop national crises, from a vigil for Nolan Wells to developments in…
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From Tour Guide to The Breakfast Club: the Brown Girl Grinding Story Guest Loren Lorosa
This week on TMI, Loren Lorosa sits down with Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne for a deep dive into how she actually landed her seat at The Breakfast Club, and it…
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DEI: Destroy Every (Black) institution. What say the elders. Guest: Cora Masters Barry
Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne welcome Cora Masters Barry, former First Lady of Washington, DC, political strategist, educator, youth advocate, and founder of…
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From Uncle Luke to Congressman? Celebrity, Community, and Political Power Guest Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell
Tamika and Mysonne sit down with hip-hop pioneer and First Amendment fighter Luther "Uncle Luke" Campbell, who's running for Congress in Florida's 20th…
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Mysonne responds to Jay-Z's Target freestyle, plus Lettuce Contamination scandal
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne open with the airline industry's canceled-flight nightmare and Delta's refusal to lower prices, then dig into…
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Rashad Robinson on power vs. presence, plus the real story behind the Target boycott
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne kick things off with the wild scenes from Jay-Z's Yankee Stadium run, surprise guests, a stampede at the doors…
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Another Black Man found dead as we Spend Dat Ish - Guest Sue Ann Robinson. Esq
Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne sit with the devastating case of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, missing since the 4th of July and now confirmed deceased, plus…
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EZ Pass Toll Trap, celebrity’s in target and Democratic Socialism .
Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne address the criticism surrounding celebrities and Target amid the ongoing boycott, explain why the focus should remain on…
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Preexisting deals, police shooting babies, and Jay Williams' silence
Tamika D. Mallory sets the record straight on Jay-Z's Target deal, breaking down why preexisting relationships are different from crossing a new picket line…
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The Knicks win in 5 and Karmelo Anthony gets 35! Guest: Abdul Muhammad
This week, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne celebrate the Knicks winning in five and the NYC's excitement while criticizing vandalism and warning that police may…
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Celebrity Safety, Ice Protests, and Afro HOV - Guest Amy Torres
What's really going on inside Delaney Hall? Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne sit down with Amy Torres, Executive Director of the New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant…
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The Problem With Celebrity Silence in Black Culture
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne AI-generated flyers, graphic designer professionalism, and the growing debate around creativity vs convenience…
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Black Fly, Black Bird, Black Protest Guest: Tyneadrian Fleming
This week on TMI, Mysonne celebrates turning 50, Tamika D. Mallory shares a “thought of the day” about “All Roads Lead to the South,” warning that Supreme…
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Vote for what? Vote for who?
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne celebrate the Knicks sweep, discuss Mysonne nearing his 50th birthday and concerns about public health and…
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State of Emergency… AGAIN. Guest: Rev. Mark Thompson
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne reflect on approaching 50, leadership responsibility, and the need for new energy and unity as America shifts…
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Still Funny, Still Fearless: Jess Hilarious Unfiltered Guest: Jess Hilarious
This week on TMI, Tamika drops a deeper update on the EZPass toll trap, A virtual town hall is coming with legislators and lawyers. Stay tuned. Then she breaks…
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Tulsa Never Ended: The Battle for Repair and Justice Guest: Damario Solomon-Simmons, Esq., M.Ed.
Season six is officially here, and Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne are not playing around. First up, the EZPass toll trap. Tamika received a bill with $377 in…
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White Labels and Black Egos: A Deep Dive
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne shift into a discussion about why many Black-owned institutions and media outlets struggle to sustain without…
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Target Gate, Black Conservatives, and our Criminal Justice Reform Tour!
This week onTMI,Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne keep dive into personal growth, staying grounded through life’s highs and lows, and what it means to keep…
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Grief, Gratitude & Getting Strategic
This Week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne kick things off celebrating Jazz in the Gardens, the Black Promoters Collective's 30,000-person Miami festival…
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Political Views , War and Crack Cocaine
This week on TMI, civil rights activist Tamika D. Mallory and rapper-activist Mysonne discuss growing backlash over U.S. military bombing abroad. They push…
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Snow Flies and Government Lies
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss a major snowstorm hitting New York City and the realities of schools staying open during severe…
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Honoring Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., Epstein Files Trauma, and the SAVE Act’s Voter Suppression Threat (with Rev. Mark Thompson & Afua Atta-Mensah)
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne Lennon reflect on the passing of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., sharing personal memories and underscoring the…
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The Cost of Convenience and the Politics of Blame
In this episode of TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne take on health myths, political misinformation, and the systems quietly harming Black communities. From…
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TMI: When Black Journalist are Under Attack with Guest Monique Pressley
The Black Effect Presents... TMI! This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne have an in-depth discussion on the pressing issues facing our communities and…
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Honoring Dr. King: The Fight for His True Legacy and Addressing Modern Social Justice Issues
In this episode of TMI, the discussion centers around celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, focusing particularly on the fight Coretta Scott King…
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In-Depth Conversations with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley: Black Women, ICE, and Activism
In this episode of TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne sit down with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley to discuss a series of pressing issues. They explore the…
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New Year Same “Mess"age…
In this episode of TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss their approaches to starting the new year, emphasizing the importance of health awareness and…
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Not What It Post To Be - The Business of Belonging (Guest: Ryan Wilson)
Join hosts Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne as they discuss the importance of community support, and reflect on the highs and lows of 2025, amika and Mysonne also…
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It’s Not What It’s Post to Be - When the Story Changes, So Does the Message - Guest Kalilah Wright
In this episode of TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne dive into the complexities of dealing with winter colds, reflecting on the constant spin from the Trump…
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Navigating Today's Overwhelming Challenges
In this episode of TMI, Tamika Mallory and Mysonne talk about heavy political and social issues shaping America right now. The duo dives into how today’s…
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Not What It “Post” to Be - Part 3-John Hope Bryant
This week on TMI, Join Tamika D Mallory and Mysonne discuss the difficulties of balancing work, rest, and financial responsibilities during tough times…
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Not What It “Post” to Be: From Breaking Ground to Breaking Through Guest- Dr. Shaunell Kennard
This week on TMI, Join Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne as they dissect the realities behind social media success in the second installment of our series…
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What It “Post” to Be - From Dollhouse to Doing the Work w- Chyna Russell (Founder, Dollhouse Cosmetics)
Welcome to the first installment of our series “What It Post to Be,” where we pull back the curtain on what real life looks like behind the…
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The Wave, the Wisdom, and the Work. Guest Dr. Wes Bellamy
In this episode of TMI, we dive into a heartfelt discussion about family, with Tamika D. Mallory sharing touching moments with her granddaughter. We also catch…
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Rain, Hunger & the Systems We Ignore
In this episode of TMI, Tamika D. Mallory gets real about the messy state of American politics. She breaks down how today’s leaders are out of touch…
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Tackling Politics, Media Ownership, and Accountability with Ashley Allison
In this episode, we are joined by Ashley Allison, an accomplished political strategist, communications expert, and now the new owner of The Root. We dive into…
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Fighting for Justice and Survival with Rameen Aminzadeh
In this episode of The TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne sit down with their dear friend Rameen Aminzadeh. They delve into Rameen’s inspiring story of…
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Standing Tall: An Emotional Journey of Recovery and Resilience with Guest Sharel Jones
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne as they dive deep into everything from personal growth to social justice. Tamika opens up about her powerful…
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Turning the Mic on Social Justice and Comedy: Featuring Kamau Bell
This week on TMI, Tamika and Mysonne dive into real-world issues like mass shootings, the power of Black women in the workforce, and the political wave around…
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Beyond the Numbers: Unemployment, Veterans & the Fight for Opportunity (Ft. Valeisha Butterfield & Kevin Meggett)
This week on TMI, Mysonne and Tamika D Mallory delve deep into the concept of black joy, the current economic crisis, and the impact of black unemployment. The…
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The Culture, The Crisis, The Call — Featuring Rachel Noerdlinger
This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne keep it all the way real. From celebrating Jennifer Williams’ big 5-0 to walking the runway at New York…
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When Fashion Becomes Revolution with Lanny Smith
This week on TMI, Tamika Mallory dives deep into the heavy issues shaping our communities from the government’s shell game with education funding and the…
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Silenced Voices, Broken Systems, and Family Choice with Tony Lewis Jr and Monica Ray
In this episode of TMI, Tamika Mallory and Mysonne discuss the growing trend of celebrities staying silent on political issues, the challenges and strategies…
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Summer is winding down, but it’s still HOT in these streets
In this episode of TMI, Tamika Mallory and Mysonne discuss the Target Boycott, which has garnered support from the American Federation of Teachers. They…
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Unity, Success, and The Fight Against Injustice
In this episode of TMI with Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne, they dive into this week's topics. They start with an in-depth discussion on Invest Fest, giving…
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REPLAY: Finding Strength in Grief and Loss
In this powerful episode,Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne engage in a heartfelt conversation with Sonya Rogers, a mother who has tragically lost three sons to gun…
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Conversations on Criticism: The Real Deals Behind Our Hustle
In this episode of TMI, Tamika Mallory addresses misconceptions about her career and the notion of not having a 'job.' From sharing stories about her speaking…
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Justice Didn’t Show Up, So I Did (Ft. Katrina Brownlee)
This weeks episode of TMI, Mysonne and Tamika D. Mallory discuss earthquakes, climate change, the effectiveness of the current administration, and political…
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Bridging Politics and Community with the Hood Caucus (Ft. Althea Stevens (D-16), Nantasha Williams (D-27), and Kevin Riley(D-12))
This week on TMI, Join Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne as they discuss they chat about their personal lives and recent events, such as the Harlem Block Party…
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The Price of Equality: Fighting for Our Children’s Future Guest - Raymond Pierce
In this episode of TMI, hosts Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss the critical issues of unemployment among Black women, efforts by the Trump administration…
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Pull Up for Peace Conference- Part 3 Guest: Hakim Green from Channel Live
In this episode of TMI with Tamika Mallory and Mysonne, we discuss parenting teenage boys, managing young adults, and how adulting is straight-up exhausting…