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Does America apply self-defense laws equally, or does race still influence whose fear is considered “reasonable”? We’ll examine two recent cases that have sparked national…

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 07/05/2026 at 6:00 PM (EST), the guest was Dr. Emmitt Riley III, the Director of the…

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 06/28/2026 at 6:00 PM (EST). Part of this week’s discussion examined key historical events and how…

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 06/21/2026 at 6:00 PM (EST), the guests included Rev. Edward Pinkney (Executive Director of BANCO), Patrick Lumumba…

Trump’s remarks on Iran’s frozen assets reveal more than most media headlines are admitting. In the context of the U.S.-Iran memorandum and the reopening of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, Trump openly acknowledged that if the U.S. simply keeps another nation’s money, confidence in the dollar system collapses.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 06/14/2026 at 6:00 PM (EST), the guest was Author, Historian, Moores Professor of History and African American Studies at the Univ. of Houston, Dr. Gerald Horne. Dr. Horne shared a historical perspective on the recent Supreme Court decision on Section 2, dismantling the Voting Rights Act, and the upcoming decision on birthright citizenship involving the 14th Amendment, and how these decisions fit into a broader historical context of political disenfranchisement for Black people. Also, other conversations with Dr. Horne on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

Is there a War against Black America ?

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro.Richard, Sunday, 5-03-26, our guest was Activist, Physician Dr. Afriye Amerson. With the federal government cuts to the Department of Education and early childhood education, the results will severely damage Black families. Our guest will explain the damage, advise us on what we can do to combat it, and implement protections for our women and children.  Also, the destruction of the Voting Rights Act was discussed in the Open Forum dialogue on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday, 4-19-26, our guest was  Bernard Creamer, author of the book, “WHO STOLE THE SOUL? The weaponization of Hip Hop: A Historical & Sociological Perspective”, joined us to discuss a range of relevant topics that impact the Black Community. In the second half of the program, Stan Straughter informed listeners about the disinvitation of Ghanaian President John Mahama to speak and receive an honorary doctorate at Lincoln University (HBCU). Also, Open Forum dialogue on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro.Richard, Sunday 4-12-26, our guest was Pan-African Activist, Organizer, Garveyite Dr. David Horne. The discussion with Dr. Horne ranged from geopolitics (Cuba, the U.S., and Israel’s involvement in potential Global conflict in the Middle East), to how African American representation is used to promote Western foreign policy, to the recent U.N. resolution on reparations, and his insights on how our people should be viewing and organizing about these issues and more. Always conversations on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 03/29/2026 at 6:00 PM (EST), our guest was Activist, Organizer, Co-Founder of Racial Justice NOW!, Zakiya Sankara Jabar. From her involvement with the grassroots organizers of the Target Boycott, to the need for Black people to fund our own liberation struggles, to the continued killings of unarmed Black men by police, these topics and more was covered with our guest Zakiya Sankara Jabar. We will use her work as a backdrop for the discussion. In the second half of the program, Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, in conversations on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro.Richard, Sunday 3-15-26 “OPEN FORUM SUNDAY EDITION“. Money and services cut to 1890 Land Grant Colleges and Universities (HBCU’S) were among the topics discussed.  Always topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally. Information, insights, and dialogue from a Black Perspective.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 03/08/2026 at 6:00 PM (EST) 5:00 PM (CST) guest was Author, Head of the Peacebuilding Interventions Program at the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation in Cape Town, Extraordinary Professor of African Studies at the Center for African Studies, University of the Free State (South Africa), Prof. Tim Murithi. Prof. Murithi will discuss why “Africa as a Continent, should take on the Responsibility to Transform Global Order”. Also, part of the dialogue with our guest will include conversations about recent military actions by the West, which could spark a Global conflict and the struggle for Global African Reparations. Always conversations on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 03/01/2026 at 6:00 PM (EST) 5:00 PM (CST) guest was Pan-African Researcher, Broadcast Journalist, Author, Keidi (Conscious Rasta) Awadu. His book “The Conscious Roots” Growth, Heritage, and the Biology of Being, is the latest in over 60 books published. In the book, Bro. Keidi argues that reconnecting with ancestral history and natural rhythms is a biological necessity for overcoming the psychological and physiological damage of colonization. The dialogue on this, and other topics with our guest, Keidi Awadu. Also, Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, in conversations on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

“Time for an Awakening” with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, Sunday 02/22/2026 at 6:00 PM (EST) 5:00 PM (CST) guest was Activist, Organizer, Founder of the African Socialist International (ASI), African People’s Socialist Party (APSP), and Leader of the Uhuru Movement, Chairman Omali Yeshitela. Chairman Omali discussed how media propaganda (case of the Uhuru 3) is being used, particularly against the Black Community, to hinder organizing efforts and block critical discussions, in this imperialist political environment that Black Americans are faced with. Self-Determination strategies, such as the Black Political Agenda 19-Point Plan, and others, was a part of the dialogue with our guest, Chairman Omali Yeshitela. Also, Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard, in open forum conversations on topics that affect Black people locally, nationally, and internationally.

Baba Wes “W.C.” Johnson, has worked the streets of New Orleans since the early 1980s, Organizing several organizations to fight police murder and brutality throughout the Black Communities of New Orleans. Baba Wes became a fixture in the landscape of Social Justice. Baba Wes founded and continues to chair the Community United for Change (CUC). In the early 1990s, Baba Wes developed OurStory Radio Program to insure a fair and balanced airing of the Black Issues facing New Orleans. In the early 2000, Baba Wes created the OurStory Network to program a weekly, live Public Access Television enhancement for New Orleans. Baba Wes has traveled throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and the northern and East Coast states sharing the lessons of Blackness to Black People who may not have heard of who and what Blackness is. Guest; Fox and Rob Rich And Bro. Nat Turner

Conversations that affect the Black Community from around the country, hosted by Benton Harbor Michigan activist Rev. Edward Pinkney. Guest, Detroit activist Les Little

Baba Wes “W.C.” Johnson, has worked the streets of New Orleans since the early 1980s, Organizing several organizations to fight police murder and brutality throughout the Black Communities of New Orleans. Baba Wes became a fixture in the landscape of Social Justice. Baba Wes founded and continues to chair the Community United for Change (CUC). In the early 1990s, Baba Wes developed OurStory Radio Program to insure a fair and balanced airing of the Black Issues facing New Orleans. In the early 2000, Baba Wes created the OurStory Network to program a weekly, live Public Access Television enhancement for New Orleans. Baba Wes has traveled throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and the northern and East Coast states sharing the lessons of Blackness to Black People who may not have heard of who and what Blackness is. Guest; Bro. Asina

Baba Wes “W.C.” Johnson, has worked the streets of New Orleans since the early 1980s, Organizing several organizations to fight police murder and brutality throughout the Black Communities of New Orleans. Baba Wes became a fixture in the landscape of Social Justice. Baba Wes founded and continues to chair the Community United for Change (CUC). In the early 1990s, Baba Wes developed OurStory Radio Program to insure a fair and balanced airing of the Black Issues facing New Orleans. In the early 2000, Baba Wes created the OurStory Network to program a weekly, live Public Access Television enhancement for New Orleans. Baba Wes has traveled throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and the northern and East Coast states sharing the lessons of Blackness to Black People who may not have heard of who and what Blackness is. Guest; Sister Khadija

Conversations that affect the Black Community from around the country, hosted by Benton Harbor Michigan activist Rev. Edward Pinkney. Guest Dr. Donald Tynes

Baba Wes “W.C.” Johnson, has worked the streets of New Orleans since the early 1980s, Organizing several organizations to fight police murder and brutality throughout the Black Communities of New Orleans. Baba Wes became a fixture in the landscape of Social Justice. Baba Wes founded and continues to chair the Community United for Change (CUC). In the early 1990s, Baba Wes developed OurStory Radio Program to insure a fair and balanced airing of the Black Issues facing New Orleans. In the early 2000, Baba Wes created the OurStory Network to program a weekly, live Public Access Television enhancement for New Orleans. Baba Wes has traveled throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and the northern and East Coast states sharing the lessons of Blackness to Black People who may not have heard of who and what Blackness is.

Conversations that affect the Black Community from around the country, hosted by Benton Harbor Michigan activist Rev. Edward Pinkney

Baba Wes “W.C.” Johnson, has worked the streets of New Orleans since the early 1980s, Organizing several organizations to fight police murder and brutality throughout the Black Communities of New Orleans. Baba Wes became a fixture in the landscape of Social Justice. Baba Wes founded and continues to chair the Community United for Change (CUC). In the early 1990s, Baba Wes developed OurStory Radio Program to insure a fair and balanced airing of the Black Issues facing New Orleans. In the early 2000, Baba Wes created the OurStory Network to program a weekly, live Public Access Television enhancement for New Orleans. Baba Wes has traveled throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and the northern and East Coast states sharing the lessons of Blackness to Black People who may not have heard of who and what Blackness is. Guest; LOUIS ALI

Baba Wes “W.C.” Johnson, has worked the streets of New Orleans since the early 1980s, Organizing several organizations to fight police murder and brutality throughout the Black Communities of New Orleans. Baba Wes became a fixture in the landscape of Social Justice. Baba Wes founded and continues to chair the Community United for Change (CUC). In the early 1990s, Baba Wes developed OurStory Radio Program to insure a fair and balanced airing of the Black Issues facing New Orleans. In the early 2000, Baba Wes created the OurStory Network to program a weekly, live Public Access Television enhancement for New Orleans. Baba Wes has traveled throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and the northern and East Coast states sharing the lessons of Blackness to Black People who may not have heard of who and what Blackness is. Guest; MALIK RAHEEM

Conversations that affect the Black Community from around the country, hosted by Benton Harbor Michigan activist Rev. Edward Pinkney

The Guys and Sweet T are Back! Still Bill and  Big P welcome newcomer CMC discuss the SCOTUS decision on Presidential Authority and the Biden debate meltdown with the best of R&B, Liam's Corner, Southern Soul and  Blue Lights in the Basement! Shout Outs! (804) 321-1010 www.rvasoul.com [email protected]

Still Bill ,DL (Not Hughley) and Big  P are back (Minus KK and Sweet T) with Jams,  Asshole of the Week ,In Da News, Liam's Corner, Blue Lights in the Basement and Sports! Shout Outs! www.rvasoul.com (804) 321-1010 [email protected]

The Sistas are back! Benita,Sweet T and LeeLee welcome or newest Sista Raegan to this jam and talkfest! Check out our RVA Soul Spotlight,In Da News and of course "Dumb As Fuck! segments with the best of R&B,GoGO and Hip Hop! Shout Outs (804) 321-1010 www.rvasoul.com [email protected]

Benita, Sweet T, Lee Lee and Mr. C returns from an extended break. Jams, News, Dumb as Fuck and More! Shout Outs! www.rvasoul.com talkingsmackpodcast @gmail.com (804) 321-1010

The Guys and Sweet T are back with Smack and Jams! Blue Lights in the Basement, Liam’s Corner and a healthy dose of Southern Soul. No Jokes today, but we answer the question ” Are You Better Off Today than 4 Years Ago?”  Does Trump really want to be a dictator? Join the discussion! www.rvasoul.com Leave a message on our VM Hotline (804) 321-1010 [email protected]

Still Bill, Liam, KK, Marcus, Sweet T  and ,Big P are back with Smack and Jams! We are Black History and will continue to celebrate 365! Blue Lights in the Basement, Liam's Corner, #Asshole of the Week" Southern Soul and MORE! Shout outs! www.rvasoul.com (804) 321-1010 [email protected] Listen on the Go! Download the Tunein.com App!

Still Bill, KK, DL ( not Hughley), Marcus, Sweet T and Big P celebrate Black History 365. Blue Lights in Basement, Liam's Corner and the Asshole of the Week, Southern Soul ,R&B and More! Shout Outs www.rvasoul.com [email protected] VM Hotline (804) 321-1010

A full house today! Still Bill, Liam, DL(Not Hughely) ,KK, Marcus  and Sweet T from Sistas Talking Smack are here for the Jams, Jazz, Blue Lights in the Basement, Liam's Corner, Asshole of the Week, Super Bowl predictions, tunes reimagined on TV commercials  and some of the worst Dad jokes you have ever heard. Sit Back and Enjoy! Comments: www.rvasoul.com Shout Outs! (804) 321-1010 VM Hotline [email protected]

Benita, Sweet T and Lee Lee are back with Mr.C. Hot Jams, an extended "In Da News"  and " Dumb as F_CK" are back. You don't wanna miss this one! Is perverted sex a thing? All this and MORE! Shout Outs! Comments www.rvasoul.com (804) 321-1010 VM Hotline [email protected]

Benita and Sweet T welcome Mr. C and Lee Lee to the first podcast of the year! It's Party time plus" In Da News "and "Ladies Only" segments. What 's your take on the Katt Williams interview and should couples share a Facebook page? What would you do for $100 million? All this and MORE! We welcome you to comment at www. rvasoul.com! Listen on the go on the Tunein app! Email us at [email protected] VM Hot Line (804)) 321-1010

It's a New Year and a New Season for the Guys! Still Bill and Big P welcome back Big Norm, KK and First Timer "DL" ( Not Hughley) to the mix! Hot Jams, Jazz, Blue Lights in the Basement, Liam's Corner and the First "Asshole of the Week" for the New Year! Enjoy and Shout Out! www.rvasoul.com (804)321-1010 VM Hotline [email protected]

Happy Holidays from the Guys and Sistas! Two hours of some of our favorite Holiday songs .Sit Back  with your favorite beverage and ENJOY! We would love to hear from you during the Holidays! We will back in the studio in 2024! www.rvasoul.com [email protected] (804) 321-1010

Jump into the Holidays with Liam, Still Bill (AKA Mr. Know It All), Big P and Special Guests Big Norm and Blue Jay! Holiday Favorites and   Cuts from the World of R&B, Jazz, Country ,Blues ,Southern Soul, and GoGo ! Listen to find out who receives the prestigious "Asshole of the Week", NFL updates and MORE! Shout Outs! www.rvasoul.com (804) 321-1010 VM Hotline [email protected]

Still Bill ,Mr. C and Big P welcome  Benita, Sweet T and KK for a full house on this week's podcast. What would you do if your significant  other had been profiting from a secret "Only Fans" page? Who is going to be our "Asshole of the Week? Jams,R&B, "Blue Lights in the Basement" and the smoothest jazz in "Liam's Corner" Shout Outs (804) 321-1010 www.rvasoul.com [email protected]

The Sistas R Back! Join them for two hours of Jams, Scenarios, "Dumb as Fuck" and More! Shout Outs! (804) 321-1010 www.rvasoul.com [email protected]

Liam, Still Bill and Big P The guys are back with a podcast jammed with jams, jazz, R& B,Blues and More! Asshole of the Week nominees for the week! Liam's Corner, Blue Lights in The Basement  and a little Smack as well Shout Outs! www.rvasoul.com [email protected] VM Hotline! (804) 321-1010

The Sistas are Back! Benita, Sweet T and Mr. C return with Jams, A new Dumb as F_Ck recipient (not deserved), In the News and a new segment entitled "Ladies Only" Join the Fun and Smack Talk! Shout Outs! ww.rvasoul.com [email protected] (804) 321-1010

Liam, Still Bill and Big P are back ( with a visit by Sweet T and her chaos), Old School, New School, Southern Soul, "Blue Lights in the Basement" "Liam's Corner'(with jazz as smooth as Liam's butt( according to Benita). Who is this weeks's  (Asshole of the Week?) Could it be Jada? Listen for all this and MORE! Shout Outs! www.rvasoul.com or [email protected] (leave a comment or request) (804) 321-1010 VM Hotline to leave a message!

Sistas are back with Mr. C and Big P. This week we remember Tupac, check out "In Da News" "Dumb as F_CK, and Black Card Revolt in addition to Hot Jams and our RVA Spotlight! Shout Outs! (804)321-1010 VM Hotline [email protected] www.rvasoul.com (Leave Your Comments)

The Guys Are Back with Mr. C guest hosting  for Liam who is away for a few weeks. Benita and Sweet T join in for the Jams and Smack Talk. Check out "Liam's Corner", Blue Lights in the Basement" and our "Asshole of the Week! AND MORE! Shout Outs! www.rvasoul.com [email protected] (804) 321-1010 VM Hotline We want to hear from YOU!

Sistas R Back! Benita ,Sweet T and Mr. C welcome Still Bill from 3 Guys Talking Smack this week!  "n Da News" "Dumb as F_CK", Hot Jams and listener feedback and MORE! [email protected] www.rvasoul.com (comments and feedback) (804) 321-1010     VM Hotliine!

Liam, Still Bill and Big P  welcome  Guest Host Sweet T from Sistas Talking Smack for two hours of R&B, Jazz, Hip Hop and More! Shout Outs ! VM Hot Line 804 321-1010 www.rvasoul.com [email protected]

Liam, Still Bill and Big P are back with Special Guest Sweet T from Sistas Talking Smack. Two Jam packed hours of R&B, Southern Soul, Jazz and Hip Hop, "Blue Lights in the Basement" and of course, a healthy dose of Smack!  Who is the "Asshole of the Week" Check it out! Shout Outs Welcome www.rvasoul.com [email protected] (804) 321-1010 (Hot Line)

The Sistas are Back with Mr. C.   Hot Jams for our party show!  Listener comments , Dumb as F"ck  award of the week and More! Shout outs www.rvasoul.com (804) 321-1010 [email protected]

Full House Today! The guys ,Liam, Still Bill, Big P welcome Benita and Sweet T from Sistas Talking Smack and the return of Omar. In the seat waiting for the heat.  Yes ,Omar responds to his critics (sort of) This podcast is another installment of our "Remake Show" Covers of some of our  favorite jams including our "Blue Lights in the Basement" segment,scenarios,news and more! Shout Outs (804) 321-1010 www.rvasoul.com [email protected]