Podcast - GunnShots Str8 From The Hip

In this episode, we explore some little known baseball history. Did you know that Kentucky is home to the 1st ever integrated kids' baseball team in the Commonwealth? My guest is Ron Schmidt, the Executive Producer of an upcoming feature film that tells the story. It's called "This Field Looks Green To Me".

After a bit of a hiatus, we are back and in this episode, we'll talk about transracial adoptions and I'll introduce you to Brandy David, an Italian immigrant who was adopted at the age of 5 by an African - American family. You'll hear her story and learn a little more about transracial adoptions. You can also see the video version of this episode on my You Tube channel.

Attorney General Merrick Garland came to Louisville to deliver the findings of a 2 year investigation of the Louisville Metro Police Department and Metro Government after the death of Breonna Taylor. In this episode, we take a look at some of the findings and the recommendations spelled out in the Consent Decree. I also have a conversation with Louisville Mayor , Craig Greenberg and LMPD Chief Jaqueline Gwinn - Villaroel about the impact the investigation and findings will have on the city and the police department. You can now see the video version of the podcast at "GunnShots: The Video Clips" Make sure you check us out on "Live In Louisville" on 104.7 WLOU Radio. We stream live at www.wloufm.com.

In this episode, in light of the increased call for Black people to arm themselves after the racist domestic terrorist attack in Buffalo, New York, I have a conversation with one of the few African - American firearms instructors in Louisville. We discuss some of the myths and misconceptions about guns in the Black community and provide information on how you can begin training for your safety and that of your family.

A family reunion of sorts. Christopher "Truth B. Told" Owens celebrates 20 years as a professional spoken word artist with the release of his new retrospective project, "REWIND: Words, Poems & Live Shows". We'll take a look back at his life, career and what he's been up. You'll also learn about our connection as "family".

This is a conversation with the R&B group, "Troop", who made it big with hits like "Mamacita", "Spread My Wings" and "All I Do Is Think Of You" back in the late 80's. I had them on my radio show (www.wloufm.com) and it was 1st time we'd seen each other in over 30 years.

My first episode back in about 6 months! In light of the Will Smith, Chris Rock incident at the Oscars, I decided that it was important for my radio morning show to STOP the music and START the conversation about mental health in the Black Community. What you'll hear is the actual audio from that broadcast from Wednesday, April 20th on WLOU - FM (www.wloufm.com) My guests are Mrs. Cassandra Gray and her husband, Dr. Kilen Gray of Creative Spirits Behavioral Services. We wanted to break down the myths and misconceptions about Black Mental Health and provide resources for those that need them.

As your kids go back to school, America is going backwards when it comes to defeating the Coronavirus and it's due to a group of people I call "CovIDIOTS" that refuse to be vaccinated. In this episode, we'll break down the harm they're causing and we'll share tips on how to deal with them.

In this episode, I talk about Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Biles and her decision to opt out of competition for mental health reasons. I'll also deal with the trauma being suffered by Capitol Police Officers as they testify in the investigation of the January 6th domestic terrorist attack.

There's a movement that's been around for awhile that's just starting to get mainstream attention. It's called "MGTOW". Men Going Their Own Way. Men are opting out of relationships and women don't like it. Learn about what this is about and why it came to be in the first place.

In this episode, I take a look at the importance of more Black kids and Kids of Color getting involved with STEM. (Science Technology Engineering & Medicine). You'll also meet G.J. Dennis, a 13 year old who's heavily involved with STEM and is about to launch his own computer building & repair business.

In this episode, I look at the impact of Tik Tok and how it helps educate people on Critical Race Theory, politics and life in general

In this episode, we examine the hypocritical nature od the recently passed Juneteenth Federal Holiday. We also take a look at the ongoing campaign to discredit Critical Race Theory and Congress's failure to pass any meaningful legislation that would benefit the lives of Black People.

In this episode, we'll take a look at the "Blacklash" some Whites are starting to feel because of their refusal to deal with this country's ongoing racism. You'll also hear from a former White Supremacist who's now working to heal the racial wounds he caused.

In this episode, we'll take a look at the "Blacklash" some Whites are starting to feel because of their refusal to deal with this country's ongoing racism. You'll also hear from a former White Supremacist who's now working to heal the racial wounds he caused

June is Black Month Music and this is a first of a series of episodes putting the spotlight on some of the biggest artists in the genre. This week, we pay tribute to Earth Wind & Fire and you'll hear a conversation I had with Maurice White before he passed away.

In this episode, we'll take a look at Critical Race Theory, Black History and why portions of White Americans are so afraid of it. You also learn the truth about one of the biggest lies being taught in school.

Clarence Avant is one of the most influential people in all of entertainment. Music, sports and media in general. He is also someone I'm honored to have had as a mentor in radio. We met back in the early 90's when I worked in Los Angeles and the lessons he taught me back then are things I carry on to this very day. In this episode, you'll hear from Quincy Jones, Jamie Foxx, L.A. Reid and several of the industry's biggest heavy hitters. You'll also hear from the man himself. I'm very excited to see Mr. Avant inducted into this year's Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Class and this episode is my way of saying "thank you" for everything he's done for me.

In observance of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we'll take a look at the ongoing mental health challenges faced by Black people in the face of systemic racism and a stigma within the Black Community when it comes to seeking help.

Here's my take on Marvel Studios "Falcon & The Winter Soldier" and the way the show deals with issues of race.