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Black Beat Podcast
by Flossin Media
Led by Flossin Media’s CEO & Editor in Chief John Washington, Black Beat takes his unapologetically Black approach to each discussion for a deep dive into the core issues that have historically divided us all. Our featured converses will include local, regional and national Black news-makers representing views from the hood, to the boardroom and beyond in order to disrupt the traditional “white noise” and bougie rhetoric. Episodes will also feature other Flossin Media/Magazine writers who are well stoked by the fire their leader has ignited.
Episodes
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Michael Alexander
John Washington interviews Michael Alexander
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Oregon Health Plan - Rusha Grinstead
John Washington interviews Rusha Grinstead from the Oregon Health Plan
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The Drifting Community in Portland, OR
John Washington interviews Dennis Franklin, drift community's Hype Man.
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Mental Health in Crisis: Who’s Really Fighting for Us?
he behavioral health system is overwhelming our communities. We see it every day—rising addiction, untreated trauma, families struggling to get the care they need. How did we get here? And who’s really doing the work to fix it?On this episode of Black Beat Podcast, host John Washington keeps it...
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Breaking the Cycle: How the Miracles Club is Leading Portland’s Recovery Revolution - Julia Mines & Kayla Moore
John Washington, CEO of Flossin Media and host of the Black Beat Podcast, is joined by this episode's co-host, Fawn Aberson (Editor of Flossin Magazine), to speak with Julia Mines (Executive Director) and Kayla Moore (Program Director) of the Miracles Club, a Black-led addiction recovery center...
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Oregon's New Form of Government - Stanley Pinkin
A discussion with Stanley Pinkin
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Sonja Ervin - Black Beat Podcast
John Washington interviews Sonja Ervin
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A Discussion With Cornel West
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Entrepreneur and A Positive Force For Portland's Music Scene - Tyrone Hendrix
Alex Gebreab speaks with Tyrone Hendrix about his entrepreneurship in Portland, and his drive to bring back the Portland black music scene.
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An Advocate for America's Future - Jill Stein
Jill Stein is a Harvard-educated doctor, a pioneering environmental health advocate, and an organizer for people, planet, and peace. She has helped lead initiatives to fight environmental racism, injustice, and pollution, to promote healthy communities, and to revitalize democracy. She has helped...
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A Ducks Journey to His New Flock - Roger Thompson
Dr. Roger J. Thompson is in his fourteenth year at the University of Oregon where he serves as the Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management. He is responsible for services that contribute to enhancing the student experience, recruitment, retention, and graduation. His…
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Kendrick vs Drake. Hip Hop & Afro Beats. Are record deals still relevant? - Lincoln Roy
Lincoln Roy is a genre-blending artist who embodies Hip-hop Reggae/Afrofusion. He was born in Los Angeles to Caribbean parents and learned to play the drums and keyboards at 12. LR has released various songs like “Two Seats” and “Coastin” to show his ability to crossover Hip-hop and Reggae and...
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Senator Ron Wyden Addresses Rent Prices Going Through the Roof
Oregonians know Ron as a senator who listens. Always citing the need to “throw open the doors of government,” he holds an open-to-all town hall meeting in each of Oregon’s 36 counties each year. Thus far he has held more than 680 meetings. Wyden’s dedication to hearing all sides of an issue and...
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Embracing the City of Portland's Challenges - Shannon Singleton
Shannon Singleton is running for Multnomah County Commission for District Number 2. With nearly 30 years of experience as a social worker, she has dedicated her life to improving social safety net services. She brings a wealth of knowledge and frontline experience that is essential for sparking…
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More Disparity in Portland Than Meets The Eye - Nate McCoy
Nate McCoy, Representing the Oregon chapter of the National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC), which represents construction, design, professional services, and helping businesses of color thrive. They just busting through the door, but busting through the door and getting some…
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The Cure to a Dysfunctional County - Sam Adams
Sam Adams, running for Multnomah County Commissioner District 2, has worked as a mayor, city commissioner, mayoral chief of staff, nonprofit leader, entrepreneur, and consultant. He has more than 35 years of hands-on experience leading and collaborating with diverse teams to create, develop and...
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Rising Rates of Hate Crimes in Oregon - Faye Stetz
Fay Stetz-Waters is the Civil Rights and Social Justice Director for the Oregon Department of Justice. As the Director of Civil Rights and Social Justice, she is committed to increasing the Department’s impact on civil rights issues affecting marginalized and vulnerable Oregonians. Fay has been a...
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Restoring Generational Wealth in the Black Community - Leslie Goodlow
Leslie Goodlow joined Portland Housing Bureau in the City of Portland as the Equity and Business Operations Manager in September of 2012. She manages Compliance, Human Resources, Finance & Accounting, Administration and Contracts. The housing bureau currently has a budget of over $300 million…
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Bridge Built by the Many and for All - Greg Johnson
Greg, a seasoned leader with over two decades in transportation, both in the public eye and behind the scenes, has been crafting the future of how we move. From Maryland to Michigan, and now right here connecting Oregon and Washington, Greg is pioneering the new Interstate Bridge to not just…
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The Vision to Restoring Portland’s Black Sector
Azalea Renfield is the founder and former Executive Director of United Educators Association for Affordable Housing (UEAAH). She is now the new Executive Director of the Williams and Russell CDC, a vital organization spearheading a transformative project in Portland, Oregon. She continues to…
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The Chamber of Black Excellence
Evan Goss-Lemelle, the Executive Director at the Black American Chamber of Commerce, whose journey from grassroots activism to leading initiatives for Black economic empowerment has left an indelible mark on the community. His goals for developing of Black businesses in Oregon are high as new...
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Andrea LeBonTemps
Andrea Bontemps has an inspiring story from childcare service to opening her own restaurant and catering business called LeBontemps in 2021. She has had many successes, some struggles, like all business owners, and job opportunities for chefs. The redevelopment of Portland has an impact on all...
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Brad Ketch - Black Beat Podcast
Author of the book, The Flourishing Community, Brad Ketch has had a successful 25-year career in the technology industry, including serving as CEO of a publicly traded semiconductor company. From facing troubles during the 2008 financial crisis, Brad made a career shift into poverty and justice...
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Amber Ontivaros
Produced by Flossin Media
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Skip Newberry
Produced By Flossin Media
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Flossin Magazine’s TechWOWlogy - Fidel Ferrer
On this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, John Washington and Fawn Aberson speak with Fidel Ferrer, the founder and CEO of Project LEDO and the facilitator of the panel for the first-ever Silicon Forest Tech Summit with the focus on Diversity in the technology sector. This episode is a part of...
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AI vs Educators - Black Beat Podcast
On this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Dr. Charlene Williams joins John Washington to discuss the impact artificial intelligence is having on education. The Black Beat crew talk about: Kids using Chat GPT for their assignments Oregon was the first state given guidance on AI Using AI for...
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The Recovery of Portland’s Central City
On this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Andrew Fitzpatrick and Matthew Thorup join John Washington and Fawn Aberson to talk about the Portland Downtown Business Incentive Credit Program, and the five year strategic growth plan for small businesses in Portland. The Black Beat crew talk about:...
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Lessons Taught with Purpose
Black Beat host J In this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Karanja Crews, founder of Teaching with Purpose, steps into the studio to talk about the future of education and its significance on our youth with our host, John Washington. Black Beat Host, John Washington and Karanja Crews talk…
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People Are Made By Movements with Angela Davis
In this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, civil rights activist and advocate for education, Dr. Angela Davis, speaks with us about the importance of education and what shaped her into the icon she is today with our host, John Washington. Dr. Angela Davis is a renowned philosopher and civil…
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Flossin Magazine's Building Black Better - Kymberly Horner
Next on the list for Flossin Magazine's 5 organizations who are building the Black community back and better than ever is PCRI led by Executive Director Kymberly Horner Kymberly speaks to us about her leadership, philanthropy, managing Black people in the workforce, and her journey to success.
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Flossin Magazine's Building Black Better - Shalanda Sims
One of Flossin Magazine's 5 organizations who are Building the Black community back and better than ever, is the World Stage Theatre led by Director, Shalanda Sims. Shalanda joins Black Beat to talk about leadership, philanthropy, managing Black people in the workforce, and her journey to success.
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Kicking the Habit: Drug Culture in America
On this episode of Black Beat podcast, founding member of The Miracles Club in Portland, Oregon, Harrison Danley, joins John Washington for a compelling discussion around the multifaceted nature of drug culture in America.
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Kudos for Kuto: The App that Gives Back
Kiyo Kubo, CEO and founder of the Kuto payment app, joins Black Beat hosts for an insightful and engaging conversation on how the innovative app saves businesses and customers money as well as giving back to the community.
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A New Man Awaits a New Society: The Journey of the African-American Experience
In this episode of Black Beat, Mims Rouse takes the mic to discuss our education system and how it is affecting young Black men.
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Flossin Magazine's Building Black Better - Jeff Moreland Sr.
Topping the list for Flossin Magazine's 5 organizations who are building the Black community back and better than ever is Raimore Construction led by President Jeff Moreland Sr. Jeff comes in to talk about his leadership, philanthropy, managing Black people in the workforce, and his journey to...
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Lifestyle of Politics in Corrupt Governments
Podcast with Albert Lee
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Boots on the Ground: Portland NAACP as a Vehicle for Community Justice
James Posey Podcast
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Founding Father: The Legacy of Maurice Lucas
David Lucas, philanthropist and founder of the Maurice Lucas Foundation, joins John Washington and the Black Beat crew to talk about: The importance of Fatherly engagement and affection Journey from the hood to the suburbs I am my brothers keeper: Lessons learned through decades of challenges and...
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Enough Sugar to Build a Snowman? Nutritional Health Coach Saves our Guts!
Nutritional Health Coach Karen Nickerson joins John Washington, and the Black Beat crew to talk about: What’s the most nutritional part of an animal? What’s really in processed & packaged foods Low income = poor nutrition Can I change my poor eating habits? Whole vs blended, what’s the…
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US Bank - Amanda Martinez
Tune into this, and each episode of Black Beat, where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable,...
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The Mind of a Next Level Communicator, Insights from Award Winning Enrollment VP Dr. Roger Thompson
This episode of Black Beat features a discussion on equal education access and the recent changes of higher education. Our featured guest is Dr. Roger Thompson, the Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management at the University of Oregon. Dr. Thompson's career background includes...
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A Change is Coming. The I-5 Rose Quarter Project
This episode of Black Beat features a discussion on the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project. Our featured guests are Dr. Steven Holt and DeAngelo Moaning. Dr. Holt is the principal of Try Excellence, LLC, providing equitable solutions to challenges in current policies and systems. DeAngelo…
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Earth Allies In Motion: Interview with Dr. Adrien Bennings, President of Portland Community College
In this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Portland Community College's first permanent female President, Dr. Adrien Bennings, joins our host, John Washington, to discuss PCC's role in the community as part of the environmental justice and climate change awareness campaign, #EarthNeedsAllies. Dr....
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Keeping the Light on for You: Interview with Bob Gravely from Pacific Power
This is the second episode of Black Beat Podcast's special series on Environmental Justice #EarthNeedsAllies. A collaboration between Flossin Media and the Soul District Business Association to highlight the SDBA's annual fundraising event, the MLK Dream Run. This month long series highlights the...
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Earth Rising: Interview with Sam Baraso, Executive Director Portland Clean Energy Fund
This is the first episode of Black Beat Podcast's special series on Environmental Justice #EarthNeedsAllies. A collaboration between Flossin Media and the Soul District Business Association to highlight the SDBA's annual fundraising event, the MLK Dream Run. This month long series highlights the...
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The Black Cloud Over Tech Confidence interview with Kamau Rogers
This episode of Black Beat features a discussion on the inclusiveness of Blacks within the technology culture. Our featured guest is Kamau Rogers the Founder of MK-DATA, LLC which is a cybersecurity startup designed to help educate and protect small companies from cyber risks. Rogers’ core career...
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James Taylor Dreams A Little Dream with Vanport On His Mind
A conversation with James Taylor the Founder of the Vanport Jazz Festival in Portland, Oregon Former banker and current civil servant and community organizer, James Taylor, brings a long and illustrious history and exciting plans for the Vanport Jazz Festival to this episode of Black Beat. After...
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Tony Devine | Aruba Juice
When it comes to living examples of what is possible when one tunes into the power of the Spirit, Mind and Body, Tony Devine stands head and shoulders above the crowd. As the creator of the revolutionary wellness drink, Arubah Juice, Mr. Devine has devoted his life to helping people realize their...
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Norman Sylvester - Boogie Cat
Growing up in the segregated south, Sylvester enjoyed a childhood filled with beauty and natural wonders that often seemed worlds apart from the gruesome reality on the other side of the property line. “I always tell my kids I was born in paradise because we would take off our shoes and run over...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Led by Flossin Media’s CEO & Editor in Chief John Washington, Black Beat takes his unapologetically Black approach to each discussion for a deep dive into the core issues that have historically divided us all. Our featured converses will include local, regional and national Black news-makers representing views from the hood, to the boardroom and beyond in order to disrupt the traditional “white noise” and bougie rhetoric. Episodes will also feature other Flossin Media/Magazine writers who are well stoked by the fire their leader has ignited.
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Flossin Media
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Led by Flossin Media’s CEO & Editor in Chief John Washington, Black Beat takes his unapologetically Black approach to each discussion for a deep dive into the core issues that have historically divided us all. Our featured converses will include local, regional and national Black news-makers...
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