Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris

For "Pop Off Friday" on Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris, Dr. Ken takes on The Punkification of Black Men—a raw, unfiltered look at whether modern culture has ruined how we see this new generation of men. From defining what people really mean when they call men “weak,” to examining modern pressures, shifting expectations, and the social forces shaping identity, this hour breaks it all down. Listeners weigh in to answer the poll question of the day and share their thoughts on this controversial topic.

Hour Two continues the deep dive into the Punkification of Black Men, returning to Milwaukee’s own headlines before shifting back into the heart of the conversation. Dr. Ken tackles the toughest questions facing Black men today—from generational strength to a lack of role models, along with technology, manhood, responsibility, mental health, and whether Milwaukee is supporting or failing its young men. Listeners jump in with calls, texts, and live chat as we revisit the question of the day.

In this powerful second hour focused on racial identity, Dr. Ken breaks down the biggest stories shaping Milwaukee from school safety updates to questions of justice, love, and moral responsibility. The conversation deepens with a provocative look at whether turning in a spouse for wrongdoing is an act of abuse or ultimate love. Later in the hour, Dr. Ken explores new opportunities that could impact Black youth and young adults, including how changes to foster care policy may reshape futures in Milwaukee. Listeners join the discussion through talk, text, and YouTube chat, culminating in the poll question of the day.

In hour one of Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris, Dr. Ken opens with a discussion into the overlooked ingredient shaping our lives and reveals why “culture” quietly influences everything we do. He later is Joined by special guest Denise M. Thomas, The Effective Communication Coach, for an exploration into being “the only one in the room,” the hidden costs of cultural misalignment, and what it truly means to become a Social Capitalist on today’s show along with weather, traffic, sports, and a special poll question of the day which asks: Has your natural way of thinking served you well in your relationships?

Dr. Ken Harris opens Truth in the Afternoon questioning Milwaukee’s priorities after Mayor Cavalier Johnson vetoes an $8 million amendment for the fire department — asking, what’s more important than public safety? The conversation shifts after Dr. Ken plays a clip from Sherwin’s show, sparking a heated debate about education: Why is it wrong to send a Black child to private school — or vice versa? Al calls in ready to argue, and it quickly turns into Pop-Off Friday on a Wednesday. Ebony joins to share her positive experience with private schools and why she believes MPS is failing students. A few more callers weigh in, leading Dr. Ken to reflect on what really makes a school “good.” The hour wraps with a nod to the 10-year anniversary of the Rachael Dolezal controversy — a perfect setup for what’s coming next.

Dr. Ken kicks off the 5 o’clock hour with a tangent that hits hard — can people truly change their racial identity? The Top 5 @ 5 follows, covering everything from MPS student art at the Holiday Folk Fair to new developments in the Epstein files. Dr. Ken reads messages from the YouTube chat and takes a passionate call from South Side Frank before diving back into the question of identity and authenticity. The hour closes with breaking news: once the bill reaches Trump’s desk, he’ll have 30 days to sign it to release the Epstein files. Dr. Ken wraps up the show reminding Truth Nation that identity — racial, political, or moral — means nothing if you’re not honest about it.

Dr. Ken Harris opens Truth in the Afternoon asking, When did disagreement become a reason for violence? He reminds Truth Nation that real freedom of speech means allowing others to say things we don’t like — that’s the cost of liberty. As the conversation turns, Dr. Ken reflects on a week filled with violence and tragedy, then lightens the mood with a Thanksgiving question: Do families still eat together — and what secrets have come out at the table? Callers like Demitri weigh in on cancel culture, free speech, and the rise of AI censorship. Dr. Ken also revisits a question from the Truth Summit about why his panel was all men — and gives one honest, simple reason that says it all.

The 5 o’clock hour starts with the Top 5 @ 5 — from tragic local shootings and a deadly accident in Muskego to Milwaukee’s new landlord rules and Rockwell Automation’s big expansion plans. Dr. Ken then takes on another truth: media bias. After noting Giannis’ groin injury, he digs into how slanted coverage shapes what we believe and how easily adjectives can twist facts into opinions. He breaks down the subtle ways bias infects headlines and headlines shape perception. The show closes with Dr. Ken’s reminder that truth requires courage — and that’s something this city still needs more of.

The 5 o’clock hour starts with the Top 5 @ 5 — from new EV charging station grants and wintry weather moving in, to Milwaukee tragedies that hit close to home. Dr. Ken welcomes Bob Wynn, president of CLIMB USA, to talk about the upcoming Forum on Wealth and how investment clubs and financial education can help families build lasting stability. Their conversation connects wealth to wellness — showing that opportunity is one of the best tools against despair and violence. Sandra calls in, leading to her and Dr. Ken’s signature back-and-forth that keeps Truth Nation laughing and thinking. He wraps up the show by checking the YouTube poll on life sentencing and reminding everyone to stick around for Truth Unfiltered right after.

Dr. Ken Harris kicks off Truth in the Afternoon by celebrating a powerful Truth Summit, shouting out his panelists, attendees, and the community that showed up to talk solutions. Then he and GP shift gears to sports — breaking down the Packers’ narrow win and asking the big question: should fans be worried heading into the next stretch of games? But the tone turns serious as Dr. Ken addresses the surge in violence across Milwaukee and where accountability truly lies. The hour closes with a hard truth — an 18-year-old sentenced to life in prison for a double homicide. Dr. Ken asks: does punishment stop violence, or does it just mark another lost life in a city already hurting?

Dr. Ken Harris opens Truth in the Afternoon with breaking news — an 18-year-old student shot and killed after leaving school early. The suspect is in custody, but the tragedy reignites a larger question: how do we stop the violence? Dr. Ken urges Truth Nation to show up at tomorrow’s Truth Summit, where local superintendents will tackle these hard conversations about accountability and prevention. Listeners call in with emotion and urgency — from questions about the old TABS system that picked up truant kids to concerns over a new lockdown in West Allis. The hour ends with a sobering reminder: when you pull the trigger, there’s no reset button — dead is dead.

The 5 o’clock hour starts with the Top 5 @ 5 — from Disney’s $30 million-a-week standoff with Hulu to a Milwaukee County Parks suicide prevention effort and another shooting near a local high school. Dr. Ken pivots into a passionate segment on fatherhood, calling out the need for more dads to step up — because some have, but too many haven’t. A tangent about the Epstein files and even his stolen Bucks ball turns into a deeper question: do Americans still care about truth and justice anymore? He wraps up with a story about a Milwaukee woman demanding a refund from an unlicensed party venue — another small reflection of a world that’s lost its sense of responsibility. Real, raw, and relevant — that’s the Truth in the Afternoon.

Dr. Ken Harris kicks off Truth in the Afternoon asking tough questions: Are we preparing our kids for the future? Do we have enough real leaders? It’s a preview of what’s to come at this weekend’s Truth Summit — informative, entertaining, and unapologetically real. The conversation turns political as Dr. Ken asks what Democrats and Republicans have truly done for Black people — and if either party deserves the loyalty they get. He reminds Truth Nation that he judges every president by their actions, not their party, and challenges the idea that Black communities never win after elections. As news breaks about Rev. Jesse Jackson’s health, Dr. Ken shares a personal memory and a message about legacy, leadership, and truth.

The 5 o’clock hour kicks off with the Top 5 @ 5, spotlighting Milwaukee’s Mobile Crisis Team’s 30 years of service, the end of the government shutdown, and local stories of justice, tragedy, and hope. Dr. Ken takes a call from Brian and has some fun sparring with YouTube chat regulars before switching gears to something every Milwaukeean can relate to — leaf collection season. He breaks down the city’s ordinance on raking and why this year’s pickup has been extended, proving that even simple topics deserve honest talk. Dr. Ken wraps up with more texts, laughs, and reflection — reminding Truth Nation that leadership starts with participation, even in the small things.

With the Truth Summit just three days away, Dr. Ken Harris dives into Wisconsin’s latest school district report cards — where 94% of districts “meet or exceed expectations.” But if things look so good on paper, why do parents still complain in private? Dr. Ken challenges the gap between what we say publicly and what we really believe about our schools. After playing a Fox 6 clip on MPS, he argues the system is setting kids up for failure, sparking a passionate call from Lisa. Then, the conversation takes a cultural turn as Dr. Ken celebrates the comeback of Black movies and asks Truth Nation if they value them as much as he does. The hour ends with one timeless reminder: if you want respect, you’ve got to give it.

Dr. Ken opens the 5 o’clock hour with the Top 5 @ 5 — from the government possibly reopening to shocking stories of crime, accountability, and justice across Milwaukee. Each headline sparks deeper reflection on what we tolerate and what we ignore. As the show winds down, Dr. Ken calls out how society has grown too soft — too forgiving — while life itself never takes it easy on anyone. It’s a short hour before UWM basketball coverage but packed with Dr. Ken’s signature honesty and a challenge to toughen up, face reality, and fight for better.

Dr. Ken Harris opens Truth in the Afternoon with a question Milwaukee can’t afford to ignore — why isn’t anyone doing anything about all the deaths in our city? After playing a powerful clip from Sherwin’s show highlighting the grim homicide statistics, Dr. Ken calls out the silence and inaction. The tone then shifts as GP joins the show for some much-needed sports talk — from the Packers’ latest struggles to the Bucks and Badgers on the rebound. We wrap the hour by asking a tough civic question: how long does it take for a “transplant” to truly be accepted in Milwaukee?

The 5 o’clock hour kicks off with the Top 5 @ 5 — from the Senate’s progress toward ending the government shutdown to major I-94 changes and growing concerns over use-of-force incidents at MPS. Dr. Ken also dives into a new bill regulating data centers and keeps the audience engaged through talk-to-text and YouTube chat debates. Listeners weigh in on everything from education to leadership, and Dr. Ken closes the show with reminders about this weekend’s Truth Summit and one final call from Sandra. It’s politics, people, and purpose — Milwaukee-style.

Dr. Ken Harris starts Truth in the Afternoon with a deep dive into America’s beginnings — questioning how you can “claim land” that was already inhabited. He breaks down how slavery, while horrific, wasn’t the worst part of Black history — the lasting damage was a mindset forced onto a people, making them believe they were “less than.” That legacy, he says, continues today in new forms of economic bondage like 50-year mortgages — the modern-day version of slavery that looks legal but traps generations in debt. Listeners call in with their takes, challenging and agreeing in equal measure, while Dr. Ken keeps the truth front and center.

The 5 o’clock hour opens with the Top 5 @ 5, where Dr. Ken covers everything from the Senate’s move to end the shutdown to Trump’s pardons of Wisconsin Republicans and the tragic Milwaukee pharmacy student homicide case. Callers weigh in with strong opinions about local politics and representation — sparking sharp, honest back-and-forths that define Truth Nation. Dr. Ken ties it all together with thoughtful commentary on faith, fairness, and the fight for real change. The hour wraps with an update on Wisconsin Democrats pushing to loosen Act 12’s conditions on Milwaukee and Dr. Ken’s signature truth-telling that leaves listeners thinking long after the show ends.