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EPISODE NAME: “Representation Matters” with Roxanne Martinez Host: Diane Gil, KeKey Moore, DJLG Executive Producer: DJ LG Special Guest: Roxanne Martinez, FWISD Trustee, District 9 0:00 - 1:10: This is a follow up to episode 63 with special guest Roxanne Martinez. If you have not listened to Episode 63, make sure to do so. In this episode Roxanne shares her personal experience with America’s healthcare programs, the government’s systematic approach to oppress those who are most in need, the poor, and the sick and why representation matters for communities of color at all levels. Roxanne also shares a glimpse into the politics behind a 2021 run off election victory as FWISD Trustee District 9. 1:11: Diane begins the show recognizing the inspiring story Roxanne has shared so far. She comments that Roxanne did all things America expects of citizens, following the steps to achieve success. 2:02: Roxanne shares about her experience in Corporate America, the healthcare system and social programs that are designed to oppress the most vulnerable and needy citizens. 6:50: Key reminds listeners that over 66% of all bankruptcies in America are a result of medical bills. 8:02: Roxanne shares her experience and thoughts about America’s healthcare system, and it’s failure to provide support and resources to those in need. 9:15: Roxanne, Key and LG discuss poverty and the inequities our healthcare creates in our communities, and how ObamaCare was critical to her livelihood. Roxanne explains how her experience in Corporate America during her cancer treatment, the disappointment with our government's health care programs, and the support of her community in her darkest moments inspired her to reflect on what she wants her legacy to be. 11:20: Key and Roxanne discuss what the role of a school board trustee is and the constituents they serve. 12:07 Roxanne shares the important role of a district school board trustee and its responsibilities such as establishing a district's financial budget, policies, and academic goals. Roxanne shares three key focus areas for FWISD, elementary literacy, middle school mathematics, and high school college and career readiness. 19:20: Unsure of whether Roxanne would survive her cancer diagnosis, she shares her cancer journal that helped put words to the most important things in life, and what she wants her legacy to be. During this time, Roxanne shares her motivation to become an entrepreneur and the founding of Roxstar Marketing. 19:36 After surviving breast cancer, Roxanne devotes the next 10 years in her community leading grass root initiatives to help her community overcome the educational and healthcare inequities. 20:50 Roxanne explains how title 1 schools in her community do not have the financial resources to support its students. She rejuvenated a debunk booster club, and organized school PTAs and booster clubs. Her deep commitment to her community cultivated a strong student led movement to march to the polls and vote. 21:50 Roxanne is asked by the students why her name wasn’t on the ballot, and who was their community's representation. This sparked a personal call to action to lift her community up in a broader capacity. 22:30 Roxanne begins to educate herself on the elected officials who did not reflect the makeup of her community and makes a plan to run for a future local election. 25:00 Key and Roxanne discuss the process and challenges of running a political campaign, and how team Roxy led her to a run-off victory for FWISD trustee district 9 against all odds in a political process that was not built for people like Roxanne. 29:00 Key and Roxanne discuss their shared experiences in political campaigns, and the reality of the run off process designed to oppress and maintain a white power structure that disenfranchises minority candidate and minority voters. 30:00 Roxanne shares her campaign strategy and why representation matters. Key reminds the audience that over 90% of...

EPISODE NAME: Against All Odds with with Roxanne Martinez Host: Diane Gil, KeKey Moore, DJLG Executive Producer: DJ LG Special Guest: Roxanne Martinez, FWISD Trustee, District 9 0:00 - 1:00: This episode spotlights a small business owner, non profit leader, and community advocate. She is the President of Roxstar Marketing, serves on numerous non profit boards and committees in Fort Worth. A true civic leader, elected in 2021 by the people to serve as the FWISD Trustee for district 9. 1:42: Diane opens the show to welcome a special guest Diane refers to as the Godmother of Diamond Hill and is a fellow alumna, Roxanne Martinez. A social shout is made for all fans of the show. 2:39: Roxanne shares about herself and her childhood with the listeners. 4:10: LG and Roxanne discuss being a first generation college student in their families and Roxanne’s inspiration to pursue a degree in communications and journalism. 5:10: Roxanne discusses the makeup of the Diamond Hill community and how one teacher's advice and encouragement shaped who she became as a student. 8:52: Roxanne’s shares the obstacles she faced not having the money to pay for her housing deposit, and the family responsibilities she carried on a daily basis her senior year. 15:50: Roxanne, Key and LG discuss poverty and the inequities it creates in our communities and education. 20:30: Roxanne and Key discuss the guilt felt when leaving community, and the sorority navigating through the culture shock experienced 27:00 Roxanne talks about life after college and her achievements climbing the corporate ladder. 28:41: Hard work and resilience pays off. Pregnant with her first child at the age of 30, working her dream job in Corporate America, becoming a homeowner was everything she worked for. Then she is given news that would change it all 30:00: Fighting for the life of herself and unborn child, Roxanne undergoes chemotherapy and is terminated from her employer leaving her with no health coverage. 32:00 Diane asks about the dollars and cents for cancer treatments. Where does this money come from and how much can it cost to complete treatment? 34:00 Team Roxy rallies across the country to fundraise money on Roxanne’s behalf. Roxanne learns first hand the inequities in our healthcare system and shares her deepest gratitude to team roxy, non profit organizations such as Susan B Komen, Cancer care services, her family and community to aid Roxanne’s treatment. 37:00 Roxanne owes her life to her community, sorority and family The Now What podcast is a space where we give a platform to honor and share these voices and stories. Tune back in to our next episode to hear more details about Roxanne’s personal experience and circumstances as she faces being diagnosed with breast cancer “Now What” Takeaways: Turn your Now What into action by joining our members forum on our website“Follow” the show from wherever you are listening from, and share this podcast with 1 friend. Checkout nowwhatradio.com to listen directly to the show, stream our live DJ sessionsSubscribe to our mailing list so you can be the first to hear what’s new Related Episodes: 13: A Latina’s Journey to Higher Education 19: A Latina’s Journey to Political Office 25: Politicas for the People 101 32: Voto Latino Our voices, Our music, Our people - Now What Join the Movement: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio; https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/; https://www.facebook.com/diane.gil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com

EPISODE NAME: Host:s Diane, Kekey, LG Executive Producer: DJ LG Special Guest: CCG 420 LLC "Stimulate Your Mind" Join the Movement: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio; https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/; https://www.facebook.com/diane.gil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com

An Ancestry DNA Story: Rhoena Johnson Part 2 Host: Diane Gil Executive Producer: DJ LG Special Guest: Rhoena Johnson Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’ Diane and special guest, Rhoena Johnson continue the discussion with Rhoena as she shares what happened after she discovered her results. Rhoena shares her story in hopes to inspire and encourage you to embrace who you are, and seek to understand the lives of those who lived before you with compassion and love. The Now What podcast is a space where we give a platform to honor and share these voices and stories. “Now What” Takeaways: Turn your Now What into action by joining our members forum on our website“Follow” the show from wherever you are listening from, and share this podcast with 1 friend. Checkout nowwhatradio.com to listen directly to the show, stream our live DJ sessionsSubscribe to our mailing list so you can be the first to hear what’s new Our voices, Our music, Our people - Now What Join the Movement: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio; https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/; https://www.facebook.com/diane.gil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com

EPISODE NAME: An Ancestry DNA Story: Rhoena Johnson Host: Diane Gil Executive Producer: DJ LG Special Guest: Rhoena Johnson Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’ Diane is joined with a special guest, Rhoena Johnson who shares her experience in finding out about herself through her Ancestry.Com results. Rhoena shares her story in hopes to inspire and encourage you to embrace who you are, and seek to understand the lives of those who lived before you with compassion and love. The Now What podcast is a space where we give a platform to honor and share these voices and stories. If you enjoyed hearing about Rhoena’s Ancestry DNA experience, tune back in next week to hear part 2 where Rhoena shares what happened after she discovered her test results. “Now What” Takeaways: Turn your Now What into action by joining our members forum on our website“Follow” the show from wherever you are listening from, and share this podcast with 1 friend. Checkout nowwhatradio.com to listen directly to the show, stream our live DJ sessionsSubscribe to our mailing list so you can be the first to hear what’s new Shout Out to our Patrons: CCG 420 SanJuanita Q.Garcia Josie Martinez DGE Our voices, Our music, Our people - Now What Join the Movement: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio; https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/; https://www.facebook.com/diane.gil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com

Hosts: Diane Gil, KeKey Huessein & LG Executive Producer: DJ LG Special Guest: Alfredo Parra Jr. MBA, CPA Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’ we discuss money and wealth with a special guest, Alfredo Parra Jr. who specializes in helping individuals and business owners to create, build and preserve wealth. Episode Summary: This episode continues the conversations of the almighty black and brown dollar, deepening the concept of “the more you learn the more you earn”. Alfredo Parra joins the discussion as a registered financial professional who is licensed to manage client transactions in the securities markets. Alfredo shares his experience navigating public education at Kennedale ISD. Alfredo understood at an early age the importance of setting himself a part in the classroom, as a student athlete and first person in his family to go to college.Alfredo pursued his undergraduate degree at Abilene Christian University #gowildcats where he played collegiate football, was a recipient of a IronCat award and earned his degree in Finance and Accounting. Alfredo has also earned a Master’s degree from Texas Christian University specializing in Finance and Supply Chain, and a CPA license (Certified Public Accountant). Alfredo’s inspiration to serve individuals and businesses in his current role as a registered representative is his son and the urgent need for stronger Latino representation in the fields of Finance. Listeners are informed on the difference between being rich and wealthy and when you should contact a financial advisor. The Now What podcast is a space where we give a platform to honor and share these voices and stories. Contact Alfredo Parra at: Alfredo Parra Jr. Phone 817.403.3535 Email aparra01@ft.newyorklife.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlfredoParraJr Linked In: linkedin.com/in/tcualfredocpamba “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” - Helen Keller “Now What” Takeaways: Turn your Now What into action by joining our members forum on our website“Follow” the show from wherever you are listening from, and share this podcast with 1 friend. Checkout nowwhatradio.com to listen directly to the show, stream our live DJ sessionsSubscribe to our mailing list so you can be the first to hear what’s new Shout out to our new patron and fans who have joined the movement at nowwhatradio.com; SanJuanita Q Garcia, denisray73, josephphreesmcneese, legercapulin, blome243, easbael, gjanie74, wheelercandice742, derksweeny, bobbieagness, edward1976stafford, kimlynnsmith, nursetah, tyzinarts, catchetfiestas, christhibodeau1972, cjnoll, dupert610, elizabeth.adams17, english_nicole, greystonejoe, josephlynda43, jpmurphy750, lbjmarypoppins, lynnschmid58, mullin05574, nskc918, othyjnko, patnrickey, rebeccavelaz5125, scaper1483, tedhaukaas, tlauren000, wheelercandice742, denisray73 and tjpools Our voices, Our music, Our people - Now What Join the Movement: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio; https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/; https://www.facebook.com/diane.gil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com

EPISODE NAME: Dollars & CENTS Hosts: Diane Gil & Kekey Hussein, SHOW GUEST Al “BJ” Moore Executive Producer:DJ LG & Kekey Hussein Episode Summary: This episode is all about increasing our financial literacy. Why And how to do it. Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com Join the Movement: Contact AL MOORE Financial Advisor Email: al.moore@regions.com Phone :870-974-5210 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-moore-96699967 NOW WHAT PODCAST Pateron: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/ https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio Instagram https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-tok https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA

EPISODE NAME: Turntablism & Feminism Hosts: Diane Gil, KeKey Huessein & LG Executive Producer: DJ LG Episode Summary: In this episode of ‘Now What’ Diane, Key and LG discuss turntablism and the contributions women have made to the art form. Learn about turntablism: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turntablism DJ Credits: DJ Killa Jewel -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65FaWOUpdd8&t=86s DJ Veeked -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnRVmiqm84k DJ Michelle-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3HhKuNcGv0&list=RDMM&start_radio=1 DJ Lady Syle -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ij5yhZF4fDg Modern Women DJ Showcase - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHvblfS0pbk DJ Perly https://mixmag.net/read/dj-perly-becomes-the-first-woman-to-win-the-dmc-annual-dj-battle-news Future Female Turntablism: https://www.nme.com/news/music/nine-year-old-girl-enters-dmc-world-dj-championships-2929697 Do Something: Sound Girls is an organization open to anyone who has the desire and drive to succeed in professional audio. https://soundgirls.org/ Our voices, Our music, Our people - Now What Join the Movement: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio; https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/; https://www.facebook.com/diane.gil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com

EPISODE NAME: 100 Years: From Black Wall Street to BLM (Remix) Hosts: Diane Gil & Kekey Hussein,LG Executive Producer:DJ LG & Kekey Hussein Episode Summary: **this is a remix of EP 17 - 99 Years: From the Black Wall Street to Black Lives Matter** On the 100th anniversary of the Race Massacre of Tulsa in 1921, we want to elevate the story of Dick Rowland & the ensuring destruction of the Greenwood district by white supremacist. We hope that sharing this critical piece of our history and story inspires you. #theydontteachthisinschools Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com Pateron: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/ https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio Instagram https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-tok https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA

Hosts: Diane, KeKey Huessein Executive Producer: DJ LG Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’ Diane and Key discuss CointelPro, the FBI’s attack against Civil Rights and the assassination of Fred Hampton. Episode Summary: Learn about the legacy of Fred Hampton: Watch The Film. Know His Legacy. Share His Story. Judas and the Black Messiah Podcast William O’Neal Eyes on the Prize: https://youtu.be/MAsjm1hM-uQ The Now What podcast is a space where we give a platform to honor and share these voices and stories. Credits: History of CointelPro https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/COINTELPROhttps://historyofyesterday.com/cointelpro-and-chaos-how-the-fbi-and-the-cia-suppressed-dissent-in-the-1960s-8edc4bf3b248https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghetto_Informant_Program Civil Rights Movement and the rise of the Black Panther party https://www.zinnedproject.org/news/tdih/cointelpro-exposed/ Fred Hampton and the Rainbow Coalition https://theconversation.com/amp/chicago-1969-when-black-panthers-aligned-with-confederate-flag-wielding-working-class-whites-68961 William O’Neal https://www.esquire.com/uk/culture/film/a35487281/william-oneal-judas-and-the-black-messiah-true-story/https://www.chicagoreader.com/chicago/the-last-hours-of-william-oneal/Content?oid=87510 “Now What” Takeaways: Our Voices, Our people - Now What Join the Movement: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio; https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/; https://www.facebook.com/diane.gil/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com

EPISODE NAME: Derek Chauvin Guilty: A crack in the Blue Wall of Silence. Hosts: Diane, Kekey Hussein, LG Executive Producer: DJ LG & Kekey Hussein Episode Summary: Recount the Crucial Moments in the final day of the Darren Chauvin Trial and what lead up to his conviction.Ask the question : “Is there a crack in the blue wall of silence?” and discuss the importance of police telling on police.Delivering commentary on was Justice served and the next phase of which is the sentencing. Where do we go from here? Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com Join the Movement: Pateron: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/ https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio Instagram https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-tok https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA

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Episode Name: Calling the Police on the Police Hosts: Diane & Kekey, LG Executive Producer: DJ LG Episode Summary: We provide our thoughts, commentary & updates, around the trial in the death of George Floyd. The death of George Floyd was an awakening for many around the globe and signified a special importance to the Now What Podcast.We provide an update on the trial itself; the jury selected, what’s the overall case being made by the prosecution, and the defense. We’ll highlight and provide commentary on key witnesses called.We talk about the three witnesses who called the police and on the police and what this means about our policing system in America. Get involved with HR 1280 - George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021 https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1280 Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com Join the Movement: Pateron: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/ https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio Instagram https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-tok https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA

Hosts: Diane Gil & Kekey Hussein, LG Executive Producer: DJLG & Kekey Hussein Episode Summary: Recap the Atlanta Spa ShootingsDiscuss the Rise in Asian Hate Crime, and how we got to this climateDiscuss the relationship between Asian Community and Black and Brown CommunitiesWe tackle the question Is this our” fightSpeak about solutions/ Resolutions on how to stop and report hate crimes Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com Join the Movement: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nowwhatradio Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kekey.moore/ https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio Instagram https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ Tik-tok https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA

Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’ Diane, Key and LG celebrate a big milestone with the listeners and reveal a new project launch. A special shout out to Eyoba, Diyana, and Adiam for joining the movement at nowwhatradio.com Episode Summary: This episode focuses on the Now What podcast, as each host reflects on how it started, their experience getting to episode 50, and which episode has been their personal favorite. Diane, Key and LG also share how you can be part of the movement and let your voice be heard. Diane shares the idea of starting a podcast was part of her Now What moment in finding her voice. In her season of self discovery, she launched the show with some personal stories that were defining moments in her life such as Mis-education, Diamond in The Rough, Relationships and Non Negotiables. Diane’s vision for the show was to focus on topics she knew the most about; being a woman of color in business, aspirations in climbing the corporate ladder and the challenges of being a working mother. Episodes 05-13 include interviews with women entrepreneurs, latina’s paving the way in politics and higher education, and a book review series of Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah, which has also been released on Netflix. Key and LG debuted on the podcast in episode 11 to discuss the book “Black Privilege” by Charlamagne tha God. In June 2020, Diane picked up the show with KeKey on Episode 14 - “George Floyd Riots ….. Do they help or hurt?” to discuss the country's response to police brutality and injustice. Kekey and LG continued the conversations about key issues in the fight for social justice, the impacts of the covid-19 pandemic and the misinformation campaigns being used in the November 2020 Presidential Election. The show wrapped the year up in Episode 44 - “2020 A.D” by reflecting on 2020 and sharing the one word they are taking into 2021. Diane, Key and LG kicked off 2021 with Episode 45 - “The Might Black & Brown Dollar” where they discussed the economic power of the black and brown community and brought more voices to the people in hopes to inform and empower our communities. Special shout out to Jeremy Writt for joining episodes 46 and 48 with his personal and political perspective about the leaders and citizens accountable for their actions in the Insurrection at the Capitol. The episode concludes with the announcement of the Now What Patreon community and personal invite to all listeners to consider becoming a Patron. As a Patron Community member you get: Early access to our weekly showExclusive content not available to the publicOn air shouts outsParticipate in content creationMerch DiscountsAnd much much more Highlights: Diane’s favorite episode is 20 - “Conscious Rap & Hip Hop” where she is joined by EP LG, special guest Franchesca Benzant and show favorite KeKey to discuss a topic they are all passionate about - Music. This is Diane’s favorite episode because it sparked her consciousness about the american education system, black mental health, terrorism and racism expressed in song lyrics: They Schools (2000) by Dead Prez, and Jesus Walks (2004) by Kanye West. LG’s favorite episode is 17 - “Juneteenth Spotlight - 99 Years: From the Black Wall Street to Black Lives Matter” where we discuss the “Black Wall Street” of 1921 and the ensuing “Race Massacre of Tula”. Key’s favorite episode is 22 - “Think you know Ethiopia and Her People?.... Think again” with special guest Hermen Wegahyu. This was Key’s favorite episode because he gained deeper insight into one of the oldest nations in the world, the rich culture of Ethiopia, and Hermen’s experience of moving from Ethiopia to America as a child. “Now What” Takeaways: Turn your Now What into action by joining our Patreon community -Learn more and sign up HERE“Follow” the show from wherever you are listening from, and share this podcast with 1 friend. Checkout nowwhatradio.com to listen directly to the show, stream our live DJ sessions and...

EPISODE NAME: Qanon Who? Hosts: Diane & Kekey, LG Executive Producer: DJLG & Kekey Hussein Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’, we have an open dialogue about the Qanon conspiracy and those who may support some of its ideology. Episode Discussion Summary: The origin and rise of QanonHow the Qanon conspiracy is different and more dangerous than traditional “mainstream” conspiracies such as the “2PAC is Alive” or “Y2K” conspiraciesThe People of Qanon Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatradio.com DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Tik-tok https://www.tiktok.com/@now_what_podcast?lang=en Join our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NowWhatRadio/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/now_what_radio/ You-tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVr4_MBqOP8gCwAPMFIkaA

EPISODE NAME: 48 Chopping it Up with Jeremy Writt A.K.A. Infinite Skillz Hosts: Diane Gil & Kekey Hussein, Guest: Jeremy Writt Executive Producer: LG & Kekey Hussein Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’, we Sit down with Morehouse Graduate Entrepreneur, Community Activist, and Hip Hop Artist Jeremy Writt. Episode Summary: We discuss how attending an HBCU Impacted him and how he came to the decision to attend Morehouse College.How Infinite Skillz got to create the Team Song and Marketing Campaign for the MLB Tampa Devil Rays.We discuss interracial Marriage and its unique challenges And Of course, we dabble in Politics Resources: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/resources Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatpodcast.org HOW TO FIND JEREMY WRITT and InfiniteSkillz Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/infiniteskillzmusic Twitter - @Infiniteskillz Instagram - @Infiniteskillz Spotifiy -https://open.spotify.com/artist/7CGYq31TqJ7jB4An8aDhOG YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/infiniteskillz DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Buy ‘Now What’ Merch: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/shop Join our Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/thenowwhatpodcast

Hosts: Diane Gil, KeKey Huessein & LG. Executive Producer: DJ LG Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’, we discuss Inauguration Day 2021, anda glimpse of what motivates each of us - “possibility”. Episode Summary:The episode focuses on Jan 20, 2021 as the official transfer of power to the Biden administration including our personal highlights from the day. We also discuss President Biden’s first day in office and what we expect from the administration over the next 100 days. In this episode, we begin the conversation with a reminder of the health of the nation on January 20, 2021 from the Covid pandemic, insurrection of the capitol on January 06, 2021. LG shared his interest in the Covid vaccine roll out and student loan forgiveness over the first 100 days, and changes made to abolish the electoral college during the Biden presidency. KeKey shared that while the executive order stops contracts with private for profit prisons, it does not close one prison nor does it apply to immigration detention centers. Day 1 of the Biden administration is a good start but it is not anything new. Over the first 100 days Key is interested in continued actions needed to address social issues such as police brutality, and a more targeted policy plan to address the socio economic issues facing “black and brown” communities rather than a generalized reference to the underserved and marginalized (aka code words that means not white). Diane is equally interested in student loan forgiveness and immigration reform and wants to see more direct actions laid out to eliminate the stigma associated with Hispanic Latinos and Blacks. She still demands the need to defund police, abolish ice, abolish structural racism. We remind listeners that we must continue to demand social justice changes from the administration and that the power is with the people. Inauguration Day Highlights: Biden completed his oath of office using a treasured family Bible that dates to the 19th century. The oath was administered by Chief Justice John Roberts.As she walked to her seat on the inaugural stage, Harris shared double fist bumps with President Obama symbolizing the significance, as Obama and Harris made history as the first African Americans to serve as president and vice president, respectively.Harris similarly fist bumped Michelle Obama, who made history as the country's first African American first lady.Harris took the oath of office using two Bibles during the oath. The oath was administered by Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina Justice.Harris officially became the first female, first Black and first South Asian vice president.Amanda Gorman, the nation's first-ever youth poet laureate, delivered a poem in which she challenged Americans to "leave behind a country better than the one we were left" and unify.The inauguration featured powerful performances of the National Anthem by Lady Gaga. Jennifer Lopez sang a medley of American musical selections including "This Land is your Land" and "America the Beautiful," and Garth Brooks performed "Amazing Grace."Harris returned to the Capitol to swear in three new Democratic senators: Georgia's Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, and California's Alex Padilla, who replaced Harris in the chamber.Their swearing-in officially gave Democrats control of the Senate for the first time since they lost the chamber in 2014. Harris will wield power as the Senate's crucial tie-breaking vote. Key Facts: On January 20, 2021, the Biden administration enters office with the state of the nation facing multiple crisis:The U.S has a total of 25M Covid cases and over 425K deathsTrump grants clemency to 143 people on last night in officeTrump touts record and denounces violence in farewell address said in a videotaped "farewell address". The House impeached Trump for "incitement of insurrection" in connection with the riot, which left a Capitol Police officer and four others dead.Military leaders removed 12...

Hosts: Diane Gil & Kekey Hussein, Guest: Jeremy Writt Executive Producer: DJ LG & Kekey Hussein Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’, we talk about the January 6th Storm on the US capitol by angry MAGA Trump Supporters and the contrast to the police response to other Protest like BLM. Episode Summary: The episode focuses on the timeline of events on the day the United States Capitol was stormed by angry TRUMP Supporters.What lead up to the Trump Supporters Storming the United States Capitol.We discuss who is at fault and what should happen to those involved.The episode closes with a discussion on how we can become more unified and heal as a Nation. Key Facts: Donald Trump lost the 2020 Election to Joe Biden.Angry mobs of Trump supporters overran the US CapitolTrump was removed from social Media and Impeached for a second time in 1 termCongress reconvened that same day to finish the formal process of counting the votes “Now What” Takeaways: Those at the top should face the toughest consequence for Sedition. Resources: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/resources Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatpodcast.org HOW TO FIND JEREMY WRITT and InfinateSkillz Website - Infiniteskillz.com Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/infiniteskillzmusic Twitter - @Infiniteskillz Instagram - @Infiniteskillz Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/artist/7CGYq31TqJ7jB4An8aDhOG YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/infiniteskillz DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Buy ‘Now What’ Merch: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/shop Join our Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/thenowwhatpodcast

45 The Mighty Black & Brown Dollar Hosts: Diane, Kekey, L.G. Executive Producer: DJ LG Episode Introduction: In this episode of ‘Now What’, we talk about the economic power of the black and brown community and share examples of how we wield this power. Episode Summary: The episode spotlights a use case where a community would no longer tolerate disrespect from a business. The community enacted a boycott and eventually made the business owner sell his business. We discuss the specifics of this use case and give our thoughts on the tactics used. We announced to our listeners that Now What is officially a business, and we are adopting a “buy black and brown” approach to our business dealings. We educate listeners on the buying power of the black and brown community, and ask our listeners to think about where they will spend their money in 2021. The episode closes with a Key talking about his “Banking Black” journey with OneUnited Bank and Diane discusses a situation where she was looking for a non-white accountant or booker-keeper. Key Facts: Black buying power in 2018: $1.3 trillionLatino buying power in 2018 : $1.5 trillion - represents largest minority buying power {source: Data is from the March 2019 Selig Center for Economic Growth, Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia report titled "The Multicultural Economy 2018."} “Now What” Takeaways: LG:It’s easy to support black & brown business in your communityUse filters on UberEats and Google maps, so search for black and latin owned businesses. Key: It’s easy to open a bank account with OneUnited Ban Episode Music Inspiration: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1XkqJ0cX6DItsQAfAmHGl Listen to other episodes: www.nowwhatpodcast.org Resources: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/resources DJ Sessions: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/radio Buy ‘Now What’ Merch: www.nowwhatpodcast.org/shop Join our Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/thenowwhatpodcast