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  • FIVE QUESTIONS EVERY BLACK VOTER MUST ASK BEFORE GIVING AWAY THEIR VOTE

    FIVE QUESTIONS EVERY BLACK VOTER MUST ASK BEFORE GIVING AWAY THEIR VOTE
    2026/09/20
    EPISODE 328 This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast FIVE QUESTIONS EVERY BLACK VOTER MUST ASK BEFORE GIVING AWAY THEIR VOTE This episode opens with a sharp voting rights conversation centered on Georgia’s early voting window and the questions black voters should ask candidates before giving their support - with Harold Michael Harvey. From there, the panel moves into pop culture, debating accountability, celebrity forgiveness, and what public recognition means in black media and politics. FOLLOWING OPEN AND NEWS 00:00 - Episode intro and panel lineup 00:30 - Why early voting in Georgia makes this moment urgent 02:27 - Introducing Harold Michael Harvey and his voter questions 03:15 - Voting rights as the foundation of black political power 05:07 - Why candidate promises must include specifics about neighborhoods 06:15 - Data centers, black contractors, and real economic access 09:09 - Shared prosperity means wages, jobs, entrepreneurship, and procurement 10:38 - Public safety without sacrificing civil rights 13:22 - Accountability means more than a slogan 15:07 - Communication gaps between elected officials and the community 16:41 - Why the show trusts Harold Michael Harvey’s analysis 19:49 - Tea time begins with Jasmine Crockett and Chris Brown 20:28 - Debate over celebrity forgiveness and public standards 23:21 - Chris Brown’s audience, generational politics, and cultural base 27:00 - Talib Shabazz on subjective justice and Caribbean household dynamics 29:06 - Why the Chris Brown and Usher tour is a cultural and financial force 30:59 - Nia Long’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star and her body of work 33:43 - Cheryl Lee Ralph, Abbott Elementary, and the comedy category debate 39:19 - The Nolan Wells case and media defamation threats 42:14 - The broader crisis of unresolved black deaths and hangings 45:11 - Stevie Wonder’s tour pricing and concert affordability 48:31 - What makes a strong live performance and why amphitheaters matter 52:57 - Defund the politicians, reform the police 54:51 - Mitch McConnell, paid leave, and why term limits matter 56:57 - Don’t fall for campaign branding in Georgia 59:51 - Talib Shabazz’s Atlanta event update and closing remarks 🌐 Listen & Connect with Harold Michael Harvey: www.haroldmichaelharvey.com 🌐 Listen & Connect with This Is The G Podcast: www.castropolis.net
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    1 時間 7 分
  • Ep 327 State of the Gates with @EdTalksTV

    Ep 327 State of the Gates with @EdTalksTV
    2026/09/13
    This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast Ep 327 State of the Gates with @EdTalksTV Tommy B and Ed of @EdTalksTV discuss the current state of CBS Soap Beyond the Gates, what is working, where the show is losing momentum, and how it could become stronger. Key topics Ed’s background in soap opera storytelling and television commentary. Beyond the Gates entering its “terrible twos” and experiencing growing pains. The show’s struggle to balance its Black-centered identity with a broader mainstream audience. Why Heather is receiving too much screen time. How Leslie’s early villain storyline lost momentum. The lack of bold, viral, heightened soap moments. Why the Duprees need more power, edge, and stronger consequences. The drawn-out “Kill Bill” storyline and its pacing problems. Vanessa’s consistently strong storytelling compared with Danny and Nicole. Respectability politics and possible network influence on the show. The lack of strong Black power couples. Why Vernon and Anita should play a more active role in protecting their family. How the Impaler storyline could have created greater stakes. Ed’s suggestions for improving the show’s characters and storylines. The impact of filming several months ahead of broadcast. Why viewers can support the show while still being critical of it. Ed’s final grade for the show: B minus GRADE . Main takeaway Beyond the Gates has a strong foundation, talented cast, and important representation. But to reach its full potential, the show needs sharper stakes, bolder storytelling, stronger villains, better pacing, and more meaningful consequences for the Dupree family. 🌐 Listen & Connect with Ed @EdTalksTV on YouTube & TikTok 🌐 Listen & Connect with Tommy B: www.castropolis.net
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    1 時間 47 分
  • EPISODE 326 SINGER LUKAS SETTO

    EPISODE 326 SINGER LUKAS SETTO
    2026/08/30
    This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast Tommy B. & Tonya B. interview London singer-songwriter Lukas Setto. His new single, “Ghetto Kind Of Love” is featured on “The Byrdwire” Countdown and can also be heard on Velvet Frequency Radio. The conversation centers on Setto’s single “Ghetto Kinda Love,” his UK soul influences, and how independent artists can build careers without a label. In the interview, Lucas Setto talks about his creative roots and the classic R&B and soul artists that shaped his sound. Tonya B’s “Tea” segment covers music, legacy, and entertainment headlines – which includes the death of Country Legend, Actress & Philanthropist Dolly Parton. Tonya B then expands the episode into a broader discussion of legacy artists, aging performers (Gladys Knight retires), and what it takes to stay relevant in music and entertainment. 🌐 Listen & Connect with Lukas Setto: www.lukassetto.com 🌐 Listen & Connect: www.castropolis.net
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    1 時間 5 分
  • Episode 325: Georgia Politics, Stephen A. Smith, and David Oyelowo in Hot Water

    Episode 325: Georgia Politics, Stephen A. Smith, and David Oyelowo in Hot Water
    2026/08/23
    This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast Episode 325: Georgia Politics, Stephen A. Smith, and David Oyelowo in Hot Water This week’s episode covers a mix of Georgia politics, media controversy, and pop culture backlash, with Hitman Howie joining for a wide-ranging conversation. The discussion focuses on the Georgia gubernatorial race, the Democratic Party’s strategy, Stephen A. Smith’s criticism of Black women and the backlash from NABJ, and actor David Oyelowo’s comments about Southern accents. Timestamps 00:00 - Week in news opens with U.S. and Iran tensions, oil prices, and the Strait of Hormuz 00:29 - Gas prices, military exercises with South Korea, and pressure on the DNC 01:23 - Nolan Wells’ family keeps searching for answers after his death 02:10 - Hayden Panettiere’s death and career legacy 02:28 - Tupac Shakur murder trial details and graphic courtroom evidence 03:27 - U.S. national debt passes $40 trillion 00:17 - Tanya B’s birthday week and the setup for a shorter show 01:09 - Why Georgia’s gubernatorial race is at the top of Howie’s list 02:15 - Rick Jackson’s self-funding and the attack strategy against Keisha Lance Bottoms 03:35 - Black Belt counties and the coalition likely to support Keisha 04:47 - Whether statewide coalitions can be duplicated in Georgia politics 05:56 - John Ossoff, MAGA framing, and rural Georgia signs 06:50 - Criticism of DNC fundraising strategy and leadership 09:21 - Hakeem Jeffries clip and the debate over DSA messaging 11:54 - Why Howie thinks public messaging needs more discipline 15:01 - Why the hosts believe Democrats are too reactive 16:29 - The problem with “day one” promises without a real plan 18:02 - Why not expanding the Supreme Court in 2020 still frustrates the hosts 19:22 - Mitch McConnell, Senate obstruction, and Kentucky’s lack of representation 20:43 - Introduction to the NABJ criticism of Stephen A. Smith 21:10 - NABJ’s statement on Stephen A.’s pattern of comments about Black women 22:13 - Why Howie sees Stephen A.’s comments as part of a broader manosphere problem 23:51 - Stephen A.’s response and his claim that the NABJ decision was politicized 25:17 - Why the host says Stephen A. is an entertainer, not a journalist 26:46 - Why the NABJ issue could have been handled privately first 27:46 - Why Stephen A. going to Sean Hannity and Chris Cuomo says a lot 29:16 - The “cool kids” problem and Stephen A.’s public image 31:16 - ESPN, Stephen A.’s contract, and Pat McAfee as the possible next face 35:27 - David Oyelowo clip and the Southern accent controversy 37:41 - Why the slavery and subservience language crossed the line 38:26 - UK actors, Black roles, and the competition for limited opportunities 42:02 - The deeper issue is Black roles, pay, and who gets cast 44:41 - Why the industry still feels like “crabs in a barrel” 45:43 - Football season, the joy of fall, and the sports calendar 46:43 - Tua Tagovailoa’s future and whether he’s fully committed 49:17 - Why his comments about football being “part-time” hurt his standing 49:33 - Prayers for Gary, Indiana, and outrage over two weeks without power 51:20 - The comparison to Katrina and the call for more urgency 🌐 Listen & Connect: www.castropolis.net
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    58 分
  • EPISODE 324 PHI SLAMA JAMA LEGEND

    EPISODE 324 PHI SLAMA JAMA LEGEND
    2026/08/15
    This Is The G Podcast | @thisisthegpodcast Episode 324: Phi Slama Jamma Legend Basketball royalty Larry Micheaux (PhiSlama Jamma, NBA) joins the crew to discuss player development, navigating NIL, modern WNBA growth, and athletic longevity. Key Highlights Phi Slama Jamma & the Pros: Larry reflects on his Houston Cougars legacy and NBA career. Modern College Game & NIL: The impact of one-and-done rosters and how Larry’s new podcast with daughter Latoya educates families on recruiting and financial literacy. WNBA & League Leadership: The rise of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, media narratives, and the need for strong league guidance. Basketball Evolution: LeBron's longevity, lost fundamentals, and strategic shifts in the three-point era. News & Culture: Syracuse Mike covers top headlines; Tonya B breaks down radio legacies, the Tupac trial, Verzuz, and classic R&B. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & Larry Micheaux welcome 02:23 – Navigating NIL & youth sports education 03:31 – One-and-done culture vs. player development 04:49 – WNBA explosion: Caitlin Clark & Angel Reese 07:21 – Modern league leadership & standards 12:37 – LeBron James, longevity & the GOAT debate 16:29 – Fundamentals, physicality & financial literacy 27:56 – Tanya B’s Tea: Fugees, radio legends & Verzuz 36:53 – News Roundup: Tupac trial, Lakers valuation & headlines Memorable Quotes "We try to educate parents and athletes about the UIL, the NIL, the changes that they’ve been making with sports." — Larry Micheaux "You have to have different parts... when you play your part, then you have to compete to a championship." — Larry Micheaux 🌐 Listen & Connect: www.castropolis.net
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    58 分
  • EPISODE 323 OUR AGING PERFORMERS

    EPISODE 323 OUR AGING PERFORMERS
    2026/08/08
    This Is The G Podcast @thisisthegpodcast Episode: 323 OUR AGING PERFORMERS This episode is a wide-ranging conversation between Tonya B and TOMMY B that starts with entertainment industry commentary and moves into a tea segment about performers, aging, legacy, and the changing media landscape. They also dig into movie critics, streaming platforms, talent shows, and who still has real cultural pull in 2026.In this episode, Tonya B and TOMMY B talk about several major names in Black entertainment and pop culture, including Cynda Williams, Earth, Wind and Fire, Morgan Freeman, Will Smith, Michael B. Jordan, Keke Palmer, Whitney Houston, and Roland Martin. Time stamps (00:00) Opening banter and episode setup (02:22) Cynda Williams interview gets strong feedback (04:08) Why streaming opened new lanes for Black actors (06:42) Kevin Hart, Tyler Perry, and the problem with too many bad movies (10:35) Kat Williams works best with the right director (11:35) John Parris of Earth, Wind and Fire suffers a heart attack (13:17) When performers should know it is time to sit down (17:07) Morgan Freeman, longevity, and choosing the right roles (19:26) Jafar Jackson, Will Smith, and the test of acting range (22:11) Michael B. Jordan’s Thomas Crown Affair remake (22:52) Are movie critics still relevant? (24:23) Critics, audience scores, and what really drives movie success (26:46) Big budgets, bad decisions, and superhero fatigue (28:22) Movie concessions are getting ridiculous (30:22) Keke Palmer joins The Voice and keeps stacking roles (33:24) The decline of talent shows and the rise of different platforms (37:17) Why younger audiences are not staying with radio or TV as long (40:18) R&B, UK artists, and why creativity feels different now (43:09) Whitney Houston Barbie doll and collectible nostalgia (43:54) Roland Martin’s Black Star Network and ownership questions (48:30) Who could be the current Prince? (49:55) Usher, Chris Brown, and the value of touring stars (51:08) Show wrap, listening info, and birthday month shoutout (53:43) Closing reminder to check voting status #CyndaWilliams #KevinHart #TylerPerry #EarthWindFire #MorganFreeman #KekePalmer www.castropolis.net
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    1 時間 2 分
  • Episode 322 ACTRESS CYNDA WILLIAMS

    Episode 322 ACTRESS CYNDA WILLIAMS
    2026/08/01
    This Is The G Podcast @thisisthegpodcast Episode: 322 ACTRESS CYNDA WILLIAMS Hosts: Tonya B & Tommy B Cynda Williams talks about Life, Career, and Spirituality: Navigating Hollywood and Staying Grounded. In this episode, Cynda Williams shares her incredible journey from a church singer and bookkeeper/hostess to Hollywood actress, reflecting on her experiences with iconic films, industry challenges, and maintaining integrity. Join us as she discusses her lessons learned, her spiritual evolution, and her views on race, success, and authenticity. Key Topics Covered: Cynda Williams' unexpected entry into acting through auditioning for "Mo Better Blues" and landing her debut role The significance of patience, spirituality, and integrity in her career The impact of industry politics, marketing, and racial stereotypes on Black actresses' opportunities Behind-the-scenes of her experiences with films like One False Move, including challenges Insight into her personal relationships, marriage to Billy Bob Thornton, and her views on love, authenticity, and self-worth Her thoughts on racial identity, passing, and the importance of loving people at a spiritual level Her current projects, social media presence, and upcoming podcast "The Power to Empower" Connect with Cynda Williams: @cyndawill on Facebook/Instagram @cindy wiliams on Facebook @cyndawilliams615 on TikTok www.castropolis.net
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    1 時間 15 分
  • EPISODE 321 STOCKBRIDGE POWER STRUGGLE

    EPISODE 321 STOCKBRIDGE POWER STRUGGLE
    2026/07/25
    This Is The G Podcast Episode: 321 STOCKBRIDGE POWER STRUGGLE Hosts: Hitman Howie & Tommy B In this episode: U.S. military fatalities linked to tensions with Iran in the Middle East · Impact of Middle Eastern conflicts on global energy and economy · The controversial ending of "The Chi" streaming series and its cultural significance · Georgia political race: The dynamics of the gubernatorial and Senate races · Local politics: The investigation and suspension of Stockbridge Mayor Jaden Williams · The Toast restaurant boycott controversy and implications for Black-owned businesses · The autopsy findings of Nolan Wells and the role of NAACP and civil rights leaders · LeBron James' career trajectory and his influence beyond basketball · "The Chi" Series Finale & Cultural Reflection: . Tommy B reviews the journey of "The Chi," highlighting its thematic success in portraying community and transition, despite criticisms over darkness and directing. Listen to the full episode and catch up on the back catalog at: www.castropolis.net
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    1 時間 1 分