Beheard Talk

The former Minneapolis police officer has finally been sentenced for killing George Floyd. But has justice really been served? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and Shavar Jeffries unpack Derek Chauvin’s sentencing and next steps to transform the institution of policing in honor of George Floyd’s legacy. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Michelle Hope discuss Brittany Spears’ attempt to end her conservatorship, the new abuse allegations against Chris Brown, and the debate...

“In the Heights” has reignited long-standing conversations around colorism in the Latinx community. But this isn’t just an issue in Hollywood. How can we stop the erasure of Afro-Latinx people in society? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Karina Cabreja, and Stanley Fritz unpack the recent controversy surrounding the lack of Afro-Latinx representation in “In the Heights.” In addition, the team discusses the return of “Bennifer,” the New York City mayoral race, and whether or...

It's the Black Independence Day, but the fight for freedom continues. On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” SelenaHill speaks to Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D., a professor and social justice researcher at UNC-Chapel Hill and co-founder of RISER, about the history of Juneteenth and the ongoing struggle for liberation. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Damond Stubbs join Selena to discuss VP Kamala Harris' controversial message to immigrants, Kim Kardashian’s Photoshop fail, and new guidelines that...

It’s June. We have pride, but not freedom. The fight for equality continues. On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and filmmaker Amber J. Phillips discuss the release of her documentary, “Abundance,” which touches on the intersection of race, sexuality, and body image. In addition, Evan Mastrondari and Michelle Hope unpack the rise in transgender hate crimes, Facebook’s continued promotion of conversion therapy content, and the latest news of the U.S. Capitol insurrection.

George Floyd’s murder sparked global outrage. But the fight for reform is far from over. How can we dismantle the systems of injustice in honor of George Floyd? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, TV host Erica Cobb, and special featured guest Mike Muse, the co-founder of LawChamps, unpack the impact that George Floyd has had on policing, prisons, and calls for reform a year after his murder. In addition, Evan Mastronardi joins Selena to discuss the anniversary of the Tulsa...

Dozens of Palestinians have been killed in Israeli airstrikes. Protests for Palestine have erupted worldwide. Will there ever be peace in the Middle East? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill speaks to Taher Herzallah, the grassroots organizing director of American Muslims for Palestine, and Nerdeen Kiswani, the founder and chair of Within Our Lifetime - United for Palestine, about the recent escalation of violence in Palestine, the history behind the Israeli occupation in...

Black women are four times as likely to die in pregnancy and childbirth. COVID has only exacerbated the racial disparities in Black birth outcomes. How can we save Black mothers’ lives? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill and special featured guests Dana Sherrod and Dr. Rachel Bond unpack the factors driving Black maternal mortality and what needs to be done to provide better healthcare for Black women. In addition, Evan Mastronardi and Damond Stubbs discuss the indictment of the...

Black voters showed up for Joe. Now is he showing up for us? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Nkwa Asonye, Evan Mastrondari, and special featured guest Diallo Brooks, a Civil Rights Leader and Senior Director of Outreach at People for the American Way, evaluate President Joe Biden’s first 100 days in office and how he’s handled key issues like police reform, the pandemic, and the economy.

Daunte, Ma’Khia, Andrew, Anthony. The list keeps growing. Is it time to abolish the police? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Evan Mastrondari, and special guest activist and author Brea Baker discuss the call to abolish the police. In addition, the team unpacks the police shooting of Ma’Khia Bryant, Levar Burton guest-hosting “Jeopardy!," and the impact of the Derek Chauvin guilty verdict.

The police have killed again. This time his name is Daunte Wright. What needs to be done to implement real police reform? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk" Selena Hill, Paige Ingram, Karina Maria Cabreja, and Evan Mastronardi unpacked the murder of Daunte Wright and the next steps in the fight to defund and abolish the police. In addition, the team discussed the shooting of 13-year-old Adam Toledo, the assault and battery charges against Sgt. Jonathan Pentland, and the Usher Bucks scandal.

The world watched George Floyd’s lynching. Now his killer is on trial. Will Derek Chauvin serve time? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk with Selena Hill,” Selena spoke with Shavar Jeffries, a civil rights attorney and president of Education Reform Now, about the Derek Chauvin trial and what this means for the #FightForJustice​. Kai Acevedo and Evan Mastrondari also joined Selena to discuss the legacy of late rap icon DMX as well as the effects of marijuana legalization on communities of...

Derrick Jaxn is under fire. The Christain relationship expert has been exposed as an ashy-elbowed narcissist and serial cheater. Was he preying on Black women for profit? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and special guests unpacked Derrick Jaxn’s cheating scandal and explored toxic masculinity in the Black church. The team also discussed Georgia's new voter suppression law and the controversy over Justin Bieber sampling two Martin Luther King Jr. speeches for...

BLM is under fire. Samaria Rice, mother of police victim Tamir Rice, is calling out the movement. Are her arguments valid? On this episode of Be Heard Talk, Selena Hill, Stan Fritz, and special guest host Karina Maria Cabreja, the morning show host at Hot 93.3 in Dallas, unpacked allegations that prominent #BlackLivesMatter leaders like Tamika Mallory are exploiting the murders of Black bodies for clout. The team also discussed the Asian salon killing spree, Sharon Osbourne's meltdown on...

The House passed an expansive policing overhaul bill in honor of George Floyd. Will this protect communities of color? On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Candace Hollingsworth, the National Co-Chair of Our Black Party, addressed this new legislation, the upcoming murder trial of Derek Chauvin, and the push for a Black agenda under the Biden administration.

Violence against Asian Americans has spiked in the pandemic. But xenophobia is not new. How can we stand in solidarity? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” New York State Assemblymember Ron Kim joined Selena Hill, Evan Mastrondari, and Michelle Hope to discuss the recent rise in anti-Asian attacks around the country.

Breonna was murdered a year ago. But justice has still not been served. On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Jamil Crews unpacked the murder and impact of Breonna Taylor, along with the fight to #ProtectBlackWomen​. In addition, they discussed the movement to impeach Gov. Andrew Cuomo, Meghan Markle’s explosive interview, and more!

Regular people are getting rich off GameStop stocks. Rich people are stressed. Is Robinhood working for Wall Street or main street? The rise of Robinhood revolutionized the art of investing, giving the masses the ability to buy stocks on a whim. However, the app has become the center of controversy after restricting trades on highly volatile stocks for retail investors, giving hedge funds and other elite investors an unfair advantage. On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," former Wall Street...

45 is gone. A new administration has been ushered in. Is this the start of a new America or more of the same? On this episode of “Be Heard Talk,” Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, Tiffany Brown, and special guest Angelo Pinto, the co-founder of Until Freedom, discuss the return to “normalcy” (a.k.a. regular racism) and how to pass a Black agenda under the Biden Administration.

Two impeachments, one insurrection, and an America that will never be the same. On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Selena Hill, Stanley Fritz, and Damond Stubbs debate the impact of the Trump years and the lasting effects of Trumpism on our nation with special guest Pierry Benjamin, the former Director of Grassroots Outreach for the New York State Republican Party.

On this episode of "Be Heard Talk," Linda Sarsour, an award-winning racial justice and civil rights activist, seasoned community organizer, and the co-founder of Until Freedom, shares her thoughts about the violence that unfolded on Capitol Hill on Jan. 6 and the ongoing threat of white domestic terrorism. She and the "Be Heard Talk" team also address how people of color can protect and empower their communities in the post-Trump era.