What really happened in Tulsa in 1921?

And how has that massacre shaped every generation since?

In this powerful Memorial Day episode of End the Violence, Gershon, Atiba, and Pastor Andre dive deep into the legacy of Black Wall Street and the systemic efforts to erase Black progress in America. From architectural genius and economic dominance to bombings, redlining, and psychological warfare, this episode unpacks what was lost, what was taken—and what must be reclaimed. A sobering call to education, reflection, and forward movement.

🔍 What You'll Discover:

– The untold truths of the Tulsa Massacre and Black Wall Street

– Why Black communities thrived post-Civil War—and why they were targeted

– How skilled labor, architecture, and wealth were erased by violence

– Why there is no modern Black Wall Street—and what it would take to build one

– The truth behind reparations: who owes, what was promised, and what was paid

– How systemic racism persists through credit, housing, and education

– What young Black children and all Americans should learn from Tulsa

👥 Who Will Love This Episode:

– History teachers, students, and lifelong learners

– Social justice advocates, equity officers, and cultural scholars

– African American families seeking to reclaim lost narratives

– Policy makers and civic leaders working for reparative justice

– Anyone ready to confront the truth and build toward collective healing

🎬 Timestamps:

00:00 – Discriminatory Lending: A Personal Story

01:00 – What Tulsa Lost: Dominion, Wealth & Autonomy

03:00 – Reconstruction, Skills & Post-Slavery Power

06:00 – The Real Architects of Early America

09:00 – 3,000 Erased Cities & Black Wealth by Design

14:00 – Does Black Wall Street Exist Today?

20:00 – Integration, Gentrification & Systemic Fragmentation

28:00 – Reparations: Government Accountability vs. Personal Blame

34:00 – Informants, Division & Psychological Warfare

40:00 – Final Reflections: What Young Black Americans Must Know

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Let’s break the cycle. Let’s change the conversation.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Documentary on Tulsa Massacre: “Rise Again: Tulsa and the Red Summer” (NatGeo)

– Book on reparations: “The Case for Reparations” by Ta-Nehisi Coates (The Atlantic)

– Research on Black land loss: arcgis.com (Search: “Where Did the Black Land Go?”)

– Ohio Black-owned bank: Adelphi Bank, adelphibank.com

– Black banking coalition: greenwoodbank.com

🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

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Ep. 8

#EndTheViolence #BlackWallStreet #Tulsa1921

Are crime rates truly decreasing, or is it just clever manipulation of statistics?

What's really happening on our streets today?

Join hosts Gershon, Pastor Andre, and Atiba for a powerful and thought-provoking conversation on End the Violence. This episode critically examines reported crime reductions, explores evolving crime trends, and unpacks the street-level realities versus official numbers. Packed with real talk, raw experiences, and actionable insights, this episode dives deep into justice, community, and meaningful change.

🔍 What You'll Discover:

– Why reported crime statistics might not reflect street-level realities

– How technology is transforming the landscape of crime

– The complex dynamics between street culture, crime, and evolving generational shifts

– The surprising role social media and AI play in contemporary criminal activities

– Insights into cultural differences and their impact on crime perception and response

👥 Who Will Love This Episode:

– Advocates for social justice and prison reform

– Community leaders, activists, and policymakers

– Students of sociology, criminal justice, and law

– Researchers interested in technology's impact on crime

– Individuals concerned with accurate crime reporting and community safety

🔔 Stay Connected:

– Like this video if it resonated with you!

– Share your thoughts or experiences in the comments.

– Subscribe & hit the bell icon to stay informed.

Together, we can End the Violence.

🎬 Timestamps:

00:00 – Are Crime Rates Really Dropping—or Just Shifting?

05:00 – Surveillance Capitalism, Cameras & Crime Trends

10:00 – New Crimes, New Tech: The Rise of AI, Scams & Fraud

18:00 – Is It Still “Cool” to Be in a Gang?

25:00 – Generational Shifts: Z, Millennials & Digital Subcultures

32:00 – Violent Culture & Domestic Tech-Related Conflict

40:00 – Can Tech Help You Get Away with Crime?

45:00 – Gender Roles: Are Women Escalating More Street Violence?

54:00 – Cultural Conditioning, Street Loyalty & Unspoken Rules

1:03:00 – Final Thoughts: What We Need to Rethink About Safety

🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

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Ep. 7

#EndTheViolence #SocialJustice #PrisonReform

Are nonprofits solving the problem—or sustaining it?

And why are some of the most dangerous communities still overlooked?

In this explosive episode of End the Violence, Gershon, Pastor Andre, and Atiba pull back the curtain on the nonprofit industrial complex. From inflated claims to six-figure salaries, they expose how too many organizations chase funding instead of outcomes. They also share how organizations like ETV—led by justice-involved leaders—are disrupting the model and saving lives. If you’ve ever wondered where your donation really goes, this one’s for you.

🔍 What You'll Discover:

– How violence prevention money is spent—and who it really reaches

– Why many nonprofits chase funding instead of impact

– The uncomfortable truth about race, representation, and credibility

– How community trust breaks down when nonprofits align with police

– The dangers of snitch culture, surveillance, and false partnerships

– Why metrics matter: outcome-based funding vs. padded reports

– How to ask the right questions before donating to a nonprofit

👥 Who Will Love This Episode:

– Community leaders, city officials, and policymakers

– Nonprofit professionals, founders, and funders

– Criminal justice reform advocates and public safety organizers

– Journalists, donors, and watchdog organizations

– Anyone tired of flashy slogans and ready for real results

🎬 Timestamps:

00:00 – Street Stories and Performative Personas

01:30 – Are Nonprofits in It for the Right Reasons?

05:00 – Violence Prevention Budgets vs. Actual Impact

10:00 – The Nonprofit Industrial Complex Explained

16:00 – Police Partnerships, Community Distrust, and Street Cred

20:00 – What Makes ETV Different: Outcomes Over Optics

25:00 – Political Gatekeeping and Silo Wars in Urban Cities

30:00 – The Broken System Was Designed That Way

35:00 – What True Disruption Looks Like in Community Intervention

43:00 – Final Thoughts: Ask the Hard Questions, Follow the Results

🔔 Stay Connected:

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– Share your thoughts or experiences in the comments.

– Subscribe & hit the bell icon to stay informed.

Let’s break the cycle. Let’s change the conversation.

📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Learn more about End the Violence: endtheviolence.us

– Overview of the nonprofit industrial complex: npqmag.org

– Criminal justice reform metrics and funding models: vera.org

– “The New Jim Crow” by Michelle Alexander

– Community-based public safety alternatives: interrupters.org

🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

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Ep. 6

#EndTheViolence #NonprofitAccountability #JusticeReform