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Rise Up! Morning Show
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Exclusive Interview w/ Paul Birdsong: Revolutionary Successor or Controversial Pretender?
In this explosive episode of Black Power Media, hosts Kalonji Changa and Dr. Ikemba Ojore sit down for an exclusive, no-holds-barred interview with the man currently at the center of a national firestorm: Paul Birdsong. Birdsong, based in Philadelphia, makes the bold and highly debated claim that he is the leader of the Black Panther Party. While his group adopts the iconic imagery, berets, and armed patrols of the original 1966 vanguard, his leadership has sparked intense scrutiny from Black Panther veterans, historians, and even the descendants of the party’s founders. In this interview, we dive deep into the controversy: Lineage vs. Legacy: Does Birdsong have the "blessing" of the elders, or is this a modern-day case of political identity theft? Armed Self-Defense: Birdsong explains the rationale behind his group’s high-profile armed presence at anti-ICE protests and Philadelphia street patrols. The 10-Point Program: Is this new formation a true continuation of the Survival Programs and Marxist-Leninist ideology, or is it "symbolism without structure"? Join Kalonji Changa and Dr. Ikemba Ojore as they apply the "hard-talk" analysis BPM is known for to determine if Paul Birdsong is truly the revolutionary successor to the Panther mantle or a controversial pretender in a season of political fragmentation. Follow Black Power Media for more deep-dive political education and revolutionary analysis. Subscribe and hit the bell to never miss an exclusive. #BlackPowerMedia #BlackPantherParty #PaulBirdsong #KalonjiChanga #IkembaOjore #BlackLiberation #PoliticalAnalysis
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Gerald Horne: Inside the "Venezuela Kidnapping" and the Sahel Resistance
Rise Up! International Morning Show | Black Power Media "Power to the people, not the puppets of Empire." ✊🏾 Welcome back to the Rise Up! International Morning Show, your daily source for news and radical analysis from a Black-independent perspective. Today, we cut through the imperialist propaganda to bring you the stories the corporate media refuses to cover with depth or honesty. 🔴 LIVE TODAY: Global Crisis & Resistance We are honored to welcome Dr. Gerald Horne to the program at 8:30 AM EST. As one of our most vital historians and thinkers, Dr. Horne joins us to provide essential context on three major international developments: The Venezuela Invasion: Analyzing the latest imperialist threats to Venezuelan sovereignty. The Nigerian Bombing: Breaking down the internal and external forces behind the recent violence. The Attempted Coup in Burkina Faso: Discussing the ongoing struggle for stability and self-determination in the Sahel. What to expect on Rise Up!: 🌍 Global Dispatch: Independent reporting on anti-imperialist struggles across Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America. 🏛️ Political Analysis: Cutting through the noise of domestic politics to focus on what truly affects the Black condition. 🗣️ Voices of Resistance: Interviews with scholars, activists, and organizers who are doing the work on the ground. ✊🏾 Community Building: A space for the "Faceless Many" to engage, discuss, and organize for a better world.
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The Power of Afrikan Education, Organizing, and Liberation | Rise Up! International Morning Show
Four powerhouse women, Afrikan-Centered educators and freedom fighters, join Ikemba Ojore and Kalonji Changa on Black Power Media's Rise Up! International Morning Show for a critical discussion. They dive deep into the essential connection between Afrikan-Centered education, grassroots organizing, and the ultimate goal of liberation for Black people globally. Learn why education is the key battlefield and how intentional community organizing drives real change. A must-watch for anyone serious about building Black Power and self-determination. #Kilombo #TSKPreparatory #GoshenHebrewAcademy #BlackPowerMedia 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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Rise Up! Eradicate Cancer, Diabetes & Heart Disease
On this episode of Rise Up! International Morning Show guests Heru Ofori-Atta and Tenisio Seanima join Rise Up! International Morning Show hosts Kalonji Changa and Fernando Cardenas in a powerful discussion around health and wellness. #BlackPowerMedia #OliveLeafExtract #BlackVegan 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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Rise Up! Holding Your Ground Against Fascism
This episode of Rise Up! International Morning Show explores the courage, resilience, and moral conviction required to stand firm against fascism in all its forms. It highlights the importance of individual and collective resistance, the challenges faced when opposing authoritarian ideologies, and the enduring power of ordinary people to defend freedom, justice, and human dignity in the face of oppression.
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Rise Up Morning Show!
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Togo Protests Explode & US Faces Ecological Crisis
On this episode of the Rise Up! International Morning Show the crew discuss Togo Protests Explode & US Faces Ecological Crisis. There is also a tribute to Dhoruba Bin Wahad
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Remembering Kwame Ture, Rwanda-Congo Peace Deal? & Gaza Aid laced In Drugs!
Remembering Kwame Ture, Rwanda-Congo Peace Deal? & Gaza Aid laced In Drugs!
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Arm The Masses w/ Professor Griff
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RETREAT IS NOT DEFEAT; w/host PROFESSOR GRIFF
"Retreat, Hell! We're not retreating, we're just advancing in a different direction!" Part of the happiness of life consists not in fighting battles, but in avoiding them. A masterly retreat is in itself a victory. I take rejection as someone blowing a bugle in my ear to wake me up and get going, rather than retreat. It makes no difference if I burn my bridges behind me - I never retreat.
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WHAT DO WE OWE OUR ANCESTORS: PROFESSOR GRIFF
WHAT DO WE OWE OUR ANCESTORS: PROFESSOR GRIFF
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WIAG- A SOULJAHZ STORY: PROFESSOR GRIFF
WIAG- A SOULJAHZ STORY: PROFESSOR GRIFF Warrior's In A Garden. Tapping the inner warrior in you.
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Nicki Minaj Shocks The RAP World: w/host Professor Griff
Nicki Minaj Shocks The RAP World: w/host Professor Griff Rapper Nicki Minaj on Sunday made a surprise appearance at a gathering of conservatives in Arizona that was memorializing late activist Charlie Kirk, and used her time on stage to praise President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, calling them “role models” for young men. The rap star was interviewed at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest convention by Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, about her newly found support for Trump — someone she had condemned in the past — and about her actions denouncing violence against Christians in Nigeria. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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Predictive Justice: w/Host Professor Griff 📱
Predictive Justice: w/Host Professor Griff The advancement in the field of predictive justice provides a number of benefits for the efficient working of the justice administration. Deployment of predictive algorithmic models can provide legal certainty by nudging judges to align their decisions with the past decisions. Apart from standardising application of legal rules, it can also allow stakeholders to take informed decisions before proceeding with a court case, encourage speedy disposal of cases, sentencing reference, out-ofcourt settlement and prioritising cases where violation seems likely. The challenge is to have a mechanism that respects fair procedure and accommodates concerns of those impacted by this automated justice system. This requires a framework of action in the form of a strong policy that defines the scope of predictive justice in courts of law and puts in place necessary safeguards. Judicial reforms with combined efforts of the central government via Ministry of Law and Justice and the Judiciary should conceive progressive policy measures for enabling predictive justice 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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Mental Health Crisis and Death Of Black Music: Professor Griff 📱
Mental Health Crisis and Death Of Black Music: Professor Griff 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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IS AI ARTIST ART:w/host PROFESSOR GRIFF 📱
"Artists shouldn't fear AI replacing their work or diminishing the value of human creativity," said Professor Iyengar. "AI can be a powerful tool, enabling human-AI collaborations to emerge as a distinct art form that elevates, rather than erases, the unique role of human talent." 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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WHAT'S GOING ON IN MUSIC w/host PROFESSOR GRIFF 📱
In music 2025, trends include genre-bending and indie artists gaining mainstream traction, while AI and "sonic branding" play a larger role. The year is also seeing continued genre fusions, with collaborations across different styles and a focus on live, customized experiences. Several major artists and bands, including Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, and The Weeknd, are touring or releasing new albums, which include a wide range of genres. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
Arm The Masses
Guerrilla Intellectual U + Decolonizing ...
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Webinar: "Beyond Cop Cities and Ultra-Counterinsurgency"
Join Guest host: Rakeem Shabazz, Dr. Joy James, Reverend Keyanna Jones, Kalonji Changa and Dr. Miron J. Clay-Gilmore for a serious Guerrilla Intellectual University webinar discussion around "Beyond Cop Cities and Ultra-Counterinsurgency” #JoyJames #KalonjiChanga #KeyannaJones #MironGilmore #RakeemShabazz #CopCity #BlackPowerMedia #Cointelpro 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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People's Tribunal London Day 1
Day 1 of the People’s Tribunal on Police Killing. The Tribunal is an initiative of the United Families & Friends Campaign (UFFC), Migrant Media, and 4WardEverUK. Speakers - Panels - Witnesses - Testimonies - Actions - Networking - Organizing Participating families include those of: Brian Douglas, Ibrahima Sey, Roger Sylvester, Christopher Alder, Kingsley Burrell, Mouayed Bashir, Shiji Lapite, Jason McPherson, Kebba Jobe, Leon Patterson, Rashan Charles, Paul Coker, Joy Gardner, Adrian McDonald, Marc Cole, Darren Cumberbatch, Sean Rigg, Henry Hicks, Mikey Powell, Olaseni Lewis, Edson Da Costa, Thomas Orchard, Kevin Clarke, Lloyd Butler, Sheku Bayoh, Ronaldo Johnson, Azelle Rodney, Harry Stanley, Aseta Simms, Nuur Saaed, Liam Phillips and Souheil El Khalfaoui. Tribunal Panel: Mireille Fanon Mendès-France (Frantz Fanon Foundation - Martinique/France), Dr. Mona El-Farra (Human rights activist - Palestine), Dr. Joy James (Ebenezer Fitch Professor of Humanities at Williams College - USA), Emerson Caetano (Senior Fellow UN International Decade for People of African Descent - Brazil), Tony Doherty (Bloody Sunday Trust - Ireland), Esther Mamadou-Blanco (International Coalition for People of African Descent - Spain) Expert Witnesses: Professor Gus John, Professor Gargi Bhattacharyya, Paul O’Connor (The Pat Finucane Centre), Dr Asim Qureshi (Research Director CAGE UK), Luke Daniels. Support Black Power Media: https://www.blackpowermedia.org/donate Follow us on twitter: @Blackpowermedi
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People's Tribunal London Day 2
Speakers - Panels - Witnesses - Testimonies - Actions - Networking - Organising Participating families include those of: Brian Douglas, Ibrahima Sey, Roger Sylvester, Christopher Alder, Kingsley Burrell, Mouayed Bashir, Shiji Lapite, Jason McPherson, Kebba Jobe, Leon Patterson, Rashan Charles, Paul Coker, Joy Gardner, Adrian McDonald, Marc Cole, Darren Cumberbatch, Sean Rigg, Henry Hicks, Mikey Powell, Olaseni Lewis, Edson Da Costa, Thomas Orchard, Kevin Clarke, Lloyd Butler, Sheku Bayoh, Ronaldo Johnson, Azelle Rodney, Harry Stanley, Aseta Simms, Nuur Saaed, Liam Phillips and Souheil El Khalfaoui. Tribunal Panel: Mireille Fanon Mendès-France (Frantz Fanon Foundation - Martinique/France), Dr. Mona El-Farra (Human rights activist - Palestine), Dr. Joy James (Ebenezer Fitch Professor of Humanities at Williams College - USA), Emerson Caetano (Senior Fellow UN International Decade for People of African Descent - Brazil), Tony Doherty (Bloody Sunday Trust - Ireland), Esther Mamadou-Blanco (International Coalition for People of African Descent - Spain) Expert Witnesses: Professor Gus John, Professor Gargi Bhattacharyya, Paul O’Connor (The Pat Finucane Centre), Dr Asim Qureshi (Research Director CAGE UK), Luke Daniels. Support Black Power Media: https://www.blackpowermedia.org/donate Follow us on twitter: @Blackpowermedi
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Black Maternal Health Panel - Happily Natural Day XIX
Throwback Happily Natural Day Festival Program Check out this special #RiotStarterTV broadcast from Happily Natural XIX! This informative panel broadcast from Richmond, VA features some of the most amazing Black Midwives in the US. Hosted by Duron "Manifest" Chavis, Founder of The Happily Natural Festival this very informative panel features (from left to right): Manorah Sangeet Raj- Holistic fertility coach, traditional midwife and somatic trauma practitioner Haguerenesh Tesfa- Midwife and co-founder of NBMA (National Black Midwife Alliance) Jarene Fleming- State Breastfeeding Coordinator of the Virginia Department of Health Taj Anwar Baoll- Founder of Realistically Whole and FTP Movement Coordinator #TajAnwar #RealisticallyWhole #DuronChavis #HappilyNaturalDay #JareneFleming #HaguereneshTesfa #ManorahSangeetRa #NationalBlackMidwifeAlliance #FTPMovement
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On the Anniversary of the Assassinations of MLK and Lil' Bobby Hutton w/ Joy James & Kalonji Changa
“On the Anniversary of the Assassinations of MLK and Lil' Bobby Hutton —A Discussion on Captive Maternals and War Resistance, with Joy James & Kalonji Changa” Panel discussion with Joy James (Ebenezer Fitch Professor of Humanities, Williams College, author of In Pursuit of Revolutionary Love (IPORL) and "Maternal (In)Coherence") and Kalonji Changa (Founder of Black Power Media, Co-Chair of the Urban Survival and Preparedness Institute, Founder of FTP Movement) In conversation with: Othandwayo Mgqoboka (Ph.D. student, Dept. of Anthropology, UC Riverside) Brianna Simmons (Ph.D. student, Dept. of Anthropology, UC Riverside) Laysi Zacarias (Ph.D. student, Dept. of Anthropology, UC Riverside) Facilitated by: Dylan Rodríguez (Professor, Dept. of Black Study and Dept. of Media and Cultural Studies, Co-Director of Center for Ideas and Society, UC Riverside) Sponsored by the Decolonizing Humanism(?) initiative at the Center for Ideas and Society, Departments of History, English and Black Study #JoyJames #KalonjiChanga #DylanRodriguez
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Resisting Cop Cities and the Militarization of Policing
*Interview with Pluto Press (UK) What happens when the police become an army? Since 1997, the US Department of Defense has transferred more than $7.2bn in military equipment to law enforcement agencies. This militarization has, unsurprisingly, been shown to unjustly impact on Black communities and is associated with increased killings by police. The Police Public Safety Training Center in Atlanta – more commonly known as ‘Cop City’ – is just the latest manifestation of the militarization of policing. It is a costly and controversial endeavor, being forced through by the local Democrat-run administration, in the face of widespread opposition among local communities. Resistance to the project has been met with spurious legal roadblocks, activist intimidation and violent repression. But Cop City is far from being just a local issue; almost every US state now has a Cop City project of their own in some stage of development, and the logic, structures and ramifications of Cop Cities are truly international. In this episode we are joined by Liliana, Joy James and Kalonji Changa to discuss the history of Cop Cities, the parallels with the notorious School of the Americas, and the ways in which the tactics and logic of US imperialism abroad are being brought to bear on working class and racialized communities at home. — Liliana is an immigrant from Colombia based in Houston, Texas. She is an abolitionist and has worked directly with prisoners on death row and their families. She is the co-host of the radio show ‘Voz de La Tierra’ on KPFT Pacifica, discussing the geopolitical effects of militarism, policing, imperialism, and racism on Indigenous, Black, and immigrant colonized communities across the globe. Joy James is an organizer and author. Her recent books include In Pursuit of Revolutionary Love; New Bones Abolition: Captive Maternal Agency and the (After)Life of Erica Garner; and Contextualizing Angela Davis: The Agency and Identity of an Icon. She is the editor of Beyond Cop Cities: Dismantling State and Corporate-Funded Armies and Prisons, and the forthcoming ENGAGE: Indigenous, Black, and Afro-Indigenous Futures. Joy also works with the Guerrilla Intellectual University (GIU) podcast collective on Black Power Media (BPM). Kalonji Jama Changa is an organizer and founder of the FTP Movement. He is the author of How to Build a People’s Army and co-producer of the documentary Organizing Is the New Cool. Kalonji is founder of Black Power Media and serves as co-chair of the Urban Survival and Preparedness Institute.
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Anti-Imperialism Feminism + Captive Maternal Agency 10/7
Anti-Imperialist Feminists + Captive Maternal Agency Hosted by Dr. Joy James x Khadija Haynes x Marsha Hinds Myrie. Guest: Dennot Nyack Born in Grenada, Dennot Nyack moved to the UK in 1960 as part of the Great Windrush Migration. His family settled in North London. There he earned a law degree from the Polytechnic of Central London. He later became active in the Grenada Revolution, workers’ equalities, and trade unionism. **Revelation.** For a long time, I considered myself a righteous man. Recently, I’ve realized that I was merely a *fantasist*. No amount of support for International Women’s Day or championing the cause of Palestinian women can mask the uncomfortable truth: many men, including myself, who believe they are allies from afar, are often *oppressors* in their personal lives. This, I’d like to discuss.
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Anti-Imperialist Feminists + Captive Maternal Agency 9/23
Anti-Imperialist Feminists + Captive Maternal Agency Hosted by Dr. Joy James x Khadija Haynes x Marsha Hinds Myrie Guest: Ariana is a student of marxist-leninism and a student of revolution. They are a proud member of the December 12th Movement, a Pan-African human rights organization of Black/African revolutionaries fighting for the self-determination and liberation of the Black/African masses.”
GIU -Decolonizing Feminism + Captive Maternal Agency
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VITAL HOOPS (Ep. 100) "The Last Word"
On episode 100 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast “The Last Word”, Fernando expresses his final thoughts to officially close out season 1 of the podcast. 340 MS https://www.instagram.com/340mshiphop BESE SAKA Afro Vegan Fest https://www.instagram.com/besesakafest Panafrican League UMOJA (LP-U) https://www.instagram.com/lpufrance https://lp-umoja.com L🏀VE by VITAL HOOPS https://www.instagram.com/lovebyvitalhoops VITAL HOOPS Podcast episodes 1-62 https://youtube.com/@vitalhoopspodcast?si=li4HVcz7vrGWwslm Get your VITAL HOOPS x BPM merch now! https://www.blackpowermedia.org/product-page/vegan-hip-hop-oversized-heavyweight-hoodie Coach Fernando Cardenas https://www.instagram.com/coachfernandocardenas VITAL HOOPS: PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/fernandocardenasxb IG - https://www.instagram.com/vitalhoopspodcast/ X - https://x.com/vitalhoopspod?s=21&t=85bjotFh3FNXUA1gF_Z7AA Web - https://www.vitalhoops.net Email - vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgK7KurzJEEYVyyaCM-mVzosBvvbzTFKF&si=nhtVA5yDy-AKMtfV Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4ESezb6SHaWuVLvT63iHjs?si=LtISLrO8S7Gqv2wfn4d22Q Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/vital-hoops/id1615829205 VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE #vitalhoops #vitalhoopspodcast #blackpowermedia
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VITAL HOOPS (Ep. 99) "The Ecocide is Real" Feat. Keyanna Jones Moore
On episode 99 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Keyanna speaks about environmental racism, the ecocide, balancing being an organizer and a mother and more. Get your VITAL HOOPS x BPM merch now! https://www.blackpowermedia.org/product-page/vegan-hip-hop-oversized-heavyweight-hoodie Book Recommendation: “In Pursuit of Revolutionary Love: Precarity, Power, Communities” by Dr. Joy James “Black Liturgies: Prayers, Poems, and Meditations for Staying Human” by Cole Arthur Riley “All the Black Girls Are Activists: A Fourth Wave Womanist Pursuit of Dreams as Radical Resistance” by EbonyJanice Moore “Jesus and the Abolitionists: How Anarchist Christianity Empowers the People” by Terry Stokes Any book by Wil Gafney Keyanna Jones Moore IG: @k.michelle_atl TikTok: @k.michelle_atl Bluesky: @kjtherev.bsky.social Facebook: Keyanna Jones Moore VITAL HOOPS: PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/fernandocardenasxb IG - https://www.instagram.com/vitalhoopspodcast/ X - https://x.com/vitalhoopspod?s=21&t=85bjotFh3FNXUA1gF_Z7AA Web - https://www.vitalhoops.net Email - vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgK7KurzJEEYVyyaCM-mVzosBvvbzTFKF&si=nhtVA5yDy-AKMtfV Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4ESezb6SHaWuVLvT63iHjs?si=LtISLrO8S7Gqv2wfn4d22Q Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/vital-hoops/id1615829205 VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE #vitalhoops #vitalhoopspodcast #blackpowermedia #keyannajonesmoore #environmentalracism
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VITAL HOOPS (Ep. 98) "Keep it Moving"
On Episode 98 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Fernando speaks on lived experiences in 2025 and looks forward to 2026. The last one of the year for your podcast on PanAfricanism, Hip Hop, basketball and health & wellness! Panafrican League UMOJA (LP-U) https://lp-umoja.com Wassaï (Afro Vegan Cafe in Lyon, France) Website - https://wassai.fr IG - https://www.instagram.com/wassai_cafe/ BESA SAKA Afro Vegan Fest https://www.instagram.com/besesakafest/ Habana Negra https://youtube.com/@habananegra2024?si=yTfLqisSYeUF8QjC Elom 20ce “Indigo” https://youtu.be/GOuedfRlBfU?si=UtYF_WUG7DN0IaOh Wise The Done TV https://youtube.com/@wisethedometv?si=pZ3CDzEYlF6ZBk5R VITAL HOOPS x BPM merch https://www.blackpowermedia.org/product-page/vegan-hip-hop-oversized-heavyweight-hoodie Book Recommendation: My Infamous Life: The Autobiography of Mobb Deep's Prodigy Health Tip: Do yoga VITAL HOOPS: PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/fernandocardenasxb IG - https://www.instagram.com/vitalhoopspodcast/ X - https://x.com/vitalhoopspod?s=21&t=85bjotFh3FNXUA1gF_Z7AA Web - https://www.vitalhoops.net Email - vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgK7KurzJEEYVyyaCM-mVzosBvvbzTFKF&si=nhtVA5yDy-AKMtfV Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4ESezb6SHaWuVLvT63iHjs?si=LtISLrO8S7Gqv2wfn4d22Q Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/vital-hoops/id1615829205 VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE #vitalhoops #vitalhoopspodcast #blackpowermedia #340ms #guerrillarepublikcuba #healthandwellness #internationalxb #happykwanzaa
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VITAL HOOPS (Ep. 97) "Rebounding Into Wellness" Feat. Pierre Jacobs
On Episode 97 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Pierre speaks about exercise, recovery and nutrition for both everyday people and athletes. Fernando later opens up about “retirement” and the show ends with a discussion on basketball and running. VITAL HOOPS x BPM merch https://www.blackpowermedia.org/product-page/vegan-hip-hop-oversized-heavyweight-hoodie VITAL HOOPS Podcast Ep. 40 “Vegan Life” Feat. Pierre Jacobs https://youtu.be/sjGNah_fMWs?si=qyFQZqWfV5Sdn6mb Health Tip: Respect your bed time Pierre Jacobs IG - https://www.instagram.com/train4greatness/ VITAL HOOPS: PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/fernandocardenasxb IG - https://www.instagram.com/vitalhoopspodcast/ X - https://x.com/vitalhoopspod?s=21&t=85bjotFh3FNXUA1gF_Z7AA Web - https://www.vitalhoops.net Email - vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgK7KurzJEEYVyyaCM-mVzosBvvbzTFKF&si=nhtVA5yDy-AKMtfV Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4ESezb6SHaWuVLvT63iHjs?si=LtISLrO8S7Gqv2wfn4d22Q Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/vital-hoops/id1615829205 VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE #vitalhoops #vitalhoopspodcast #blackpowermedia #340ms #guerrillarepublikcuba #healthandwellness #internationalxb #pierrejacobs #cuaahoops 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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VITAL HOOPS (Ep. 96) "Revolutionary Hip Hop" Feat. Divine RBG
On Episode 96 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Divine speaks about growing up in the Bronx, linking up with dead prez, and his up coming solo album. “MALCOLM GARVEY HUEY” https://youtu.be/ALNF_DCg6VU?si=HiA05aQcljXNEMam “Back on my Regimen” https://youtu.be/1OlA1xjI0Wk?si=WrNbz7NU2hcX8nv8 “Culture Shock” https://youtu.be/z8sUP0ODIVI?si=zUEJdzktt9EqoAge Book Recommendation: “Soledad Brother: The Prison Letters of George Jackson” Health Tip: Get Your Supplements! GUERRILLA REPUBLIK: https://guerrillarepublik.org BLACK POWER MEDIA: https://www.blackpowermedia.org Divine RBG IG - https://www.instagram.com/divine7rbg/ VITAL HOOPS: PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/fernandocardenasxb IG - https://www.instagram.com/vitalhoopspodcast/ X - https://x.com/vitalhoopspod?s=21&t=85bjotFh3FNXUA1gF_Z7AA Web - https://www.vitalhoops.net Email - vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgK7KurzJEEYVyyaCM-mVzosBvvbzTFKF&si=nhtVA5yDy-AKMtfV Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4ESezb6SHaWuVLvT63iHjs?si=LtISLrO8S7Gqv2wfn4d22Q Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/vital-hoops/id1615829205 VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE #vitalhoops #vitalhoopspodcast #blackpowermedia #340ms #guerrillarepublikcuba #liguepanafricaineumoja #internationalxb #divinerbg 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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VITAL HOOPS (Ep. 95) "Pan-Afrikanism or Perish"
On Episode 95 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast “Pan-Afrikanism or Perish” Fernando breaks down his definition of pan-africanism today. VH ep. 22 feat. Amzat Boukari-Yabara - https://youtu.be/e6Mlobs4WKo?si=gbQU3XJ9kBtHn2Pc VH ep 46 feat. Diallo Kenyatta - https://youtu.be/vMjJ6h-ZYrs?si=Ln9XerHb2O2hSQ3v VH ep 47 feat. Diallo Kenyatta - https://youtu.be/DAY8Uv7apNo?si=hpEhimxwpN0FLkGZ VH ep 66 feat. ShakaRa - https://www.youtube.com/live/cHcL25OYGT0?si=r-JoT2kz5BVsbxEM Check out new websites: Pan-African League UMOJA (LP-U) - https://lp-umoja.com VITAL HOOPS - https://www.vitalhoops.net Follow on Instagram: LP-U - https://www.instagram.com/lpufrance/ BESE SAKA Afro Vegan Fest - https://www.instagram.com/besesakafest/ Book Recommendations: “Africa Unite!” by Amzat Boukari-Yabara “A History of Pan-African Revolt” by C.L.R. James Health Tip: Read a book VITAL HOOPS: PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/fernandocardenasxb IG - https://www.instagram.com/vitalhoopspodcast/ X - https://x.com/vitalhoopspod?s=21&t=85bjotFh3FNXUA1gF_Z7AA Web - https://www.vitalhoops.net Email - vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgK7KurzJEEYVyyaCM-mVzosBvvbzTFKF&si=nhtVA5yDy-AKMtfV Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4ESezb6SHaWuVLvT63iHjs?si=LtISLrO8S7Gqv2wfn4d22Q Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/vital-hoops/id1615829205 VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE #vitalhoops #vitalhoopspodcast #blackpowermedia #blackpowermediareloaded #340ms #guerrillarepublikcuba #4thekulture #panafricanleagueumoja #liguepanafricaineumoja #diasporarockers #internationalxb #panafricanism #basketball #hiphop #vegan #afrovegan #healthandwellness #holistichealth #riseup #besesakaafroveganfest #afrocuban
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VITAL HOOPS (Ep. 94) "There's More of Us Than Them) Feat. NE$$
On Episode 94 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast Ne$$ breaks down his new album “There’s More of Us Than Them” with Fernando. They also discuss their love for Hip Hop and Mobb Deep amongst other things. There’s More of Us Than Them (Album) https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/nexbabyj/theres-more-of-us-than-them?utm_campaign=website&utm_medium=Email+&utm_source=SendGrid&fbclid=PARlRTSANekBlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABp4fuBVfmVGMVE8kQQuSMHIK1Ce2oghPcFBJ0uZz8VqtidC9K8MkAg6XrLT3z_aem_y3ZkzGHc36QC6DK6KucCHg Capitalism (Video) https://youtu.be/6ExegDnHugk?si=yhHoLjb3xldx_IT9 baby people school (First Hip Hop School in the UK) https://www.babypeople.co.uk Health Tip: Eat More Fiber NE$$ IG- https://www.instagram.com/nesstagram/ IG- https://www.instagram.com/thesystemdontwork/ Web- https://thesystemdontwork.com/ VITAL HOOPS PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/fernandocardenasxb IG - https://www.instagram.com/vitalhoopspodcast/ X - https://x.com/vitalhoopspod?s=21&t=85bjotFh3FNXUA1gF_Z7AA Web - https://www.blackpowermedia.org/vital-hoops Email - vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgK7KurzJEEYVyyaCM-mVzosBvvbzTFKF&si=nhtVA5yDy-AKMtfV Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4ESezb6SHaWuVLvT63iHjs?si=LtISLrO8S7Gqv2wfn4d22Q Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/vital-hoops/id1615829205 VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE #vitalhoops #vitalhoopspodcast #blackpowermedia #blackpowermediareloaded #340ms #guerrillarepublikcuba #4thekulture#liguepanafricaineumoja #diasporarockers #internationalxb #panafricanism #basketball #hiphop #vegan #afrovegan #healthandwellness #besesakaafroveganfest #afrovegan #thesystemdontwork #theresmoreofusthanthem 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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VITAL HOOPS (Ep. 93) "Revolutionary Kulture"
On Episode 93 of the VITAL HOOPS Podcast “Revolutionary Kulture” Fernando talks about the importance of Assata Shakur in his own experience. Fernando also does a break down of the BESE SAKA AFRO VEGAN FEST 2nd Edition. Book Recommendation: “Assata” by Assata Shakur Health Tip: Green Juice BESE SAKA AFRO VEGAN FEST IG - https://www.instagram.com/besesakafest/ VITAL HOOPS: PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/fernandocardenasxb IG - https://www.instagram.com/vitalhoopspodcast/ X - https://x.com/vitalhoopspod?s=21&t=85bjotFh3FNXUA1gF_Z7AA Web - https://www.blackpowermedia.org/vital-hoops Email - vitalhoopspodcast@gmail.com YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgK7KurzJEEYVyyaCM-mVzosBvvbzTFKF&si=nhtVA5yDy-AKMtfV Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4ESezb6SHaWuVLvT63iHjs?si=LtISLrO8S7Gqv2wfn4d22Q Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/vital-hoops/id1615829205 VITAL HOOPS is 4 THE KULTURE 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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Exclusive Interview w/ Paul Birdsong: Revolutionary Successor or Controversial Pretender?
In this explosive episode of Black Power Media, hosts Kalonji Changa and Dr. Ikemba Ojore sit down for an exclusive, no-holds-barred interview with the man currently at the center of a national firestorm: Paul Birdsong. Birdsong, based in Philadelphia, makes the bold and highly debated claim that he is the leader of the Black Panther Party. While his group adopts the iconic imagery, berets, and armed patrols of the original 1966 vanguard, his leadership has sparked intense scrutiny from Black Panther veterans, historians, and even the descendants of the party’s founders. In this interview, we dive deep into the controversy: Lineage vs. Legacy: Does Birdsong have the "blessing" of the elders, or is this a modern-day case of political identity theft? Armed Self-Defense: Birdsong explains the rationale behind his group’s high-profile armed presence at anti-ICE protests and Philadelphia street patrols. The 10-Point Program: Is this new formation a true continuation of the Survival Programs and Marxist-Leninist ideology, or is it "symbolism without structure"? Join Kalonji Changa and Dr. Ikemba Ojore as they apply the "hard-talk" analysis BPM is known for to determine if Paul Birdsong is truly the revolutionary successor to the Panther mantle or a controversial pretender in a season of political fragmentation. Follow Black Power Media for more deep-dive political education and revolutionary analysis. Subscribe and hit the bell to never miss an exclusive. #BlackPowerMedia #BlackPantherParty #PaulBirdsong #KalonjiChanga #IkembaOjore #BlackLiberation #PoliticalAnalysis
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When White American Ain’t Even Safe…
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Watch out for ICE, AI and Agent provocateurs…
This is an excerpt from a Law and Disorder episode hosted by Cat Brooks for KPFA radio.
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Why Black People Can't Ignore The ICE Invasion w/ Georgia Fort and Nana Gyamfi
On this episode of Hard Knock Radio, broadcasting on the Pacifica Radio Network, we confront the devastating reality of federal overreach and state-sanctioned violence. This week, 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good—a poet, mother, and U.S. citizen—was fatally shot by an ICE agent on Portland Avenue in Minneapolis. As federal "invasions" ramp up across the Twin Cities, we look past the official Department of Homeland Security narrative to uncover what truly happened on 33rd and Portland. Black Power Media's Kalonji Changa sits in as host for Davey D, joining forces with legendary producer Anita Johnson to bring you two hours of deep-dive analysis into the legal, political, and human stakes of this tragedy. In This Episode: Reporting from the Frontlines We are joined by Georgia Fort, a three-time Emmy Award-winning independent journalist and founder of BLCK Press. Georgia was on the ground as the community gathered to mourn and resist. She breaks down the conflicting orders given by agents, the bystander video that contradicts federal claims of "self-defense," and the atmosphere of terror currently gripping Minneapolis neighborhoods. Also, the Legal Fight & Black Solidarity Movement attorney Nana Gyamfi joins us to discuss the legal implications of ICE’s "qualified immunity" and the specific dangers these raids pose to the Black community. Nana serves as the Executive Director of the Black Alliance for Just Immigration (BAJI). She explains why immigration is a central Black issue and how the "Prison-to-ICE pipeline" targets the most vulnerable among us. About Hard Knock Radio Hard Knock Radio is a daily drive-time talk show on the Pacifica Radio Network (originated at KPFA 94.1 FM in Berkeley/Oakland). For over 25 years, we have provided a platform for hip-hop culture, community activism, and social justice. Host: Kalonji Changa (filling in for Davey D) Producer: Anita Johnson Station: Pacifica Radio Network #HardKnockRadio #ReneeNicoleGood #JusticeForRenee #Minneapolis #ICE #PacificaRadio #GeorgiaFort #NanaGyamfi #BAJI #ImmigrationJustice #Blackpowermedia #kalonjichanga
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The ICE Invasions: When the Kill White Women| Nobody's Safe
"When the state targets one of us, they target all of us." In this urgent episode of Black Power Media, host Kalonji Changa sits down with renowned immigration attorney Zoila Velasquez to pull back the veil on the "ICE Invasions." We move beyond the headlines to discuss the aggressive, often illegal tactics used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the devastating ripple effects these operations have on our neighborhoods. From the tragic case of Renee Nicole Good to the systemic targeting of the Black Diaspora, we explore why the current immigration apparatus is a threat to the safety of every person of color, regardless of status. #ImmigrationRights #ICEInvasions #SocialJustice #TrueCrime #ReneeNicole Good #BlackPowerMedia #KalonjiChanga #ZoilaVelasquez
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The Venezuela Kidnapping: How Exxon Mobil & Corporate Greed Fueled the Invasion
#Maduro #Venzuela #GeraldPerreira #BlackPowerMedia #exxonmobil
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Coup Attempt in Burkina Faso—Is Ibrahim Traoré Safe?
Join # BlackPowerMedia for a discussion on the latest #BurkinaFaso coup attempt! #IbrahimTraore
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Why Black People Can't Ignore The Venezuela Invasion w/ Margaret Kimberley and Charles Barron
Why Black People Can’t Ignore The Venezuela Invasion As global tensions rise, the struggle for sovereignty in Venezuela isn't just a South American issue—it is a critical frontline for the African Diaspora. In this episode of BPM LIVE, we break down why the defense of Venezuelan self-determination is inextricably linked to the global Black liberation movement. Join hosts Kalonji Changa and Rakeem Shabazz as they welcome a powerhouse panel of organizers and truth-tellers to dissect the geopolitical stakes, the history of U.S. intervention, and the impact on Afro-Venezuelan communities. Our Guests: Margaret Kimberley: Executive Editor of Black Agenda Report and author of Prejudential. Charles Barron: Former NYC Council Member and lifelong revolutionary activist. In This Episode, We Discuss: The connection between Imperialism abroad and State Violence at home. The role of the Black radical tradition in opposing U.S. hegemony. Why corporate media erases the voices of Afro-Venezuelans. What a "threat to democracy" actually looks like through a Pan-African lens. #Venezuela #MargaretKimberley #CharlesBarron #PanAfricanist #AntiImperialism #BlackAgendaReport #KalonjiChanga #GlobalSolidarity #BlackPowerMedia
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Growing Up . . . Through the Seasons
As they close out Season 4, Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah), and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) look back on the journeys, revelations, and powerful conversations that shaped this 'Growing Up' season. From resilience to reimagination, they’ve moved through storms, stillness, and breakthroughs together. But this isn’t just a season recap. They also open up about where they are now: in the thick of transition and the uncomfortable beauty of "growing up" in real-time -- emotionally, spiritually and creatively. Join them as they honor where they’ve been, name where they are, and plant seeds for what's next. 🎧 If you enjoy our conversations and want to support the podcast, you can contribute via Cash App at $seedzofrevolution. Every contribution helps us grow the movement. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816
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Growing Up Sunni-Ali Part II w/ special guests Tehura Ama, EzeSunni, Dimene & Khal
It's another very special episode! Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah), and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) are joined by Tehura Ama, EzeSunni, Dimene, and Khal, the third generation of the Sunni-Ali family, for a heartfelt and spirited conversation about legacy, identity, and purpose. As the grandchildren of movement builders Bilal and Fulani Sunni-Ali, these young visionaries reflect on what it means to grow up within a revolutionary lineage. They share stories, dreams, lessons, and how they’re each carrying forward the creative, cultural, and liberatory spirit of their family in this present moment. 🎧 If you enjoy our conversations and want to support the podcast, you can contribute via Cash App at $seedzofrevolution. Every contribution helps us grow the movement.
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Growing Up Sunni-Ali w/ special guests Fatihah Sunni-Ali, Ayana-Ayo Sunni-Ali and Warren Jackson
On this special episode, Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) are joined by their siblings Fatihah Sunni-Ali, Ayana-Ayo Sunni-Ali and Warren Jackson, for a powerful reflection on what it meant to grow up Sunni-Ali. Together, they share personal stories, lessons, laughter, and the unshakable values instilled by their parents, Bilal and Fulani Sunni-Ali, revolutionary artists, and lifelong movement builders. From childhood memories rooted in Afrikan liberation to the creative, spiritual, and cultural legacies they carry forward, this conversation offers an intimate look at the making of a freedom-centered family. If you enjoy our conversations and want to help us keep creating, you can support the podcast via Cash App at $seedzofrevolution. Every contribution helps us grow the movement.
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Daughters of The Whirlwind Podcast | Growing Up Kochiyama w/ special guest Akemi Kochiyama-Ladson
On this episode, Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah), and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) welcome special guest Akemi Kochiyama-Ladson, granddaughter of the legendary activist Yuri Kochiyama. Akemi discusses her ongoing work to preserve and share her grandmother’s powerful legacy, including efforts to manage Yuri’s archival materials and expand public access for students, educators, and communities committed to justice. She is the co-director of the Yuri Kochiyama Solidarity Project and co-editor of Passing It On: A Memoir by Yuri Kochiyama. To learn more about Yuri Kochiyama and the work Akemi is doing, visit yurikochiyama.com. If you enjoy our conversations and want to help us keep creating, you can support the podcast via Cash App at $seedzofrevolution. Every contribution helps us grow the movement.
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How I Became A Shakur w/ special guest Talib Shakur
Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah), and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) return with Part 2 of Season 4's "Growing Up" series, joined by special guest Talib Shakur (@tnmobiledetailing). In this powerful episode, Talib discusses his upcoming documentary, How I Became A Shakur, which chronicles the deeply personal journey of discovering in adulthood that he is the son of Dr. Mutulu Shakur, a name he had heard throughout his life from his next door neighbors and larger community. He reflects on legacy, identity, honor, and the responsibility of protecting the Shakur name.
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Celebration of Life for Bilal Sunni-Ali
BPM & Seedz of Revolution (SuBa Collective) Welcomes you to the Celebration of Life for Sheikh Baba Bilal Sunni-Ali Sunday March 23, 2025 2pm-5pm
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Bilal Sunni Ali: “Look for Me in the Whirlwind”
Legendary Saxophonist and Freedom Fighter Bilal Sunni-Ali Performing at Poets 4 Political Prisoner Tribute for the FTP MOVEMENT freedom of Troy Anthony Davis 3/13/09
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Growing Up Hampton w/ Chairman Dr. Fred Hampton, Jr.
In this powerful episode Aiyisha T. Obafemi (@aiyishatheblessed), Princess Mdaiyah Yisrael (@princess_mdaiyah) and Dr. Asantewa Sunni-Ali (@actsofliberation) sit down with Chairman Dr. Fred Hampton Jr. (@officialchairmanfredhamptonjr) to discuss his journey as the son of revolutionaries and his role in carrying forward the legacy of his father, Chairman Fred Hampton Sr. and mother, Mama Akua Njeri. From the lessons of growing up Hampton to the ongoing fight for liberation, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience, love, and revolution.
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