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White House Wednesdays

Jesse Jackson’s Legacy & Impact on Civil Rights | White House Wednesdays

Honor the legacy of civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson and explore the political landscape shaping Black America in this enlightening White House Wednesdays episode. Join Sunni, Ebony McMorris, and ...special guest Todd Yeary as they break down Jackson’s strategies, the power of coalition-building, and how his impact still resonates amid today’s political rhetoric. Discover how grassroots activism, economic empowerment, and community organizing remain vital forces for change.

KEY TOPICS:
- Contrasting Donald Trump’s recent rhetoric with Rev. Jesse Jackson’s vision and activism
- The enduring influence of Jackson’s progressive agenda on current politics
- The importance of “sweat” over “sympathy” in driving change through grassroots organizing
- Economic empowerment, early advocacy for DEI, and Jackson’s Wall Street activism
- Personal stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and Jackson’s connection to D.C.
- Resources to honor and continue Reverend Jackson’s legacy

KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 - Preview of a discussion on political narratives and the legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson
01:18 - Ebony McMorris sets the stage for deeper insights into Jackson’s character and organizing philosophy
01:49 - Todd Yeary reflects on Jackson’s impact compared to current political discourse
03:16 - The meaning of “sweat for change” and keys to effective organizing
04:46 - Jackson’s economic activism and little-known personal stories
05:59 - How to connect with Todd Yeary and ways to continue Jackson’s work
06:28 - Ebony McMorris on Jackson’s deep ties to D.C. and where to pay respects

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Jesse Jackson’s Legacy & Impact on Civil Rights | White House Wednesdays
Jesse Jackson’s Legacy & Impact on Civil Rights | White House Wednesdays
Honor the legacy of civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson and ...
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FBI Seizes Ballots in Georgia—What It Means for Voting Rights | White House Wednesdays
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DNC 2024

Ron Busby Sr. and Ron Busby Jr. on the State of Black Business | Business for the Culture

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Ron Busby Sr., President and CEO of @theu.s.blackchambers832 and his son, Ron Busby Jr., Head of Product at ByBlack discuss the current state of Black ...businesses across the nation post-covid, as well as practical steps necessary to own and maintain a successful business.

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Ron Busby Sr. and Ron Busby Jr. on the State of Black Business | Business for the Culture
Ron Busby Sr. and Ron Busby Jr. on the State of Black Business | Business for the Culture
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Marc Morial on Black America, the DNC and Kamala Harris | Business for the Culture
Marc Morial on Black America, the DNC and Kamala Harris | Business for the Culture
#aurn #dnc #kamalaharris Marc Morial, president and CEO of ...
Tylik McMillian & Damon Hewitt on Democrats, Voting Laws, & the Elections | Business for the Culture
Tylik McMillian & Damon Hewitt on Democrats, Voting Laws, & the Elections | Business for the Culture
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Essence Fest

Black Women in AI | Essence Fest 2025

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Dr. Sophia Nobles of @UCLA talks Black Women in AI with AURN White House Correspondent, Ebony McMorris. @ESSENCEMAG

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Black Women in AI | Essence Fest 2025
Black Women in AI | Essence Fest 2025
#aurn #essencefest #ucla #blackwomen #ai Dr. Sophia Nobles of @UCLA ...
Nikole Hannah-Jones on the Current Political Landscape and Black America | Essence Fest 2025
Nikole Hannah-Jones on the Current Political Landscape and Black America | Essence Fest 2025
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What Are We Fighting For? | Essence Fest 2025
What Are We Fighting For? | Essence Fest 2025
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Couch Party with Yonathan Elias

$50 Challenge! Answer Pop Culture Questions for Cash Prizes | Couch Party

Welcome to Couch Party, the live trivia & culture game show where contestants answer Black history, music lyrics, and pop culture questions for $50 cash.

In this episode, host Yonathan welcomes ...entrepreneur Michelle Blue and relatable mom content creator Brenda, both showcasing their journeys in community building, youth empowerment, and family life. Guests battle through trivia—covering everything from celebrity moments, legendary song lyrics, Black history milestones, and lifestyle challenges—with lifelines from the Couch Party Squad.

TRIVIA QUESTIONS
00:00 - Let's start the show!
09:33 - In her Houston show, Cardi B brought out which superstar to perform WAP? Is it A, Latto, B, Glorilla, C, Sexyy Red, or D, Meg Thee Stallion?
10:29 - Couch Party Gold Medal: Act out like you're taking pictures and name five superstar women athletes (WNBA, Olympics, tennis, soccer, etc.)
12:08 - Which fast food company's CEO is being mocked for posting a video where they barely eat their own product? Is it A, Wendy's, B, Popeyes, C, Domino's, or D, McDonald's?
12:43 - I’m going to read lyrics. Tell me who it is and the song title. It's going to be Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey, or Whitney Houston.
16:08 - Sculptor Selma Burke was a member of the Harlem Renaissance and best known for her relief portrait of which president? Is it A, Franklin D. Roosevelt, B, Abraham Lincoln, C, John F. Kennedy, or D, Dwight Eisenhower?
27:34 - Happy birthday to Method Man. Method Man is a member of which hip-hop group? Is it A, N.W.A.? B, Public Enemy? C, De La Soul? or D, Wu-Tang Clan?
28:29 - Couch Party Spring Cleaning: Act out like you're purging your closet and name five things you're donating to charity.
30:27 - Host Deon Cole started the NAACP Image Awards with a prayer for which person? Is it A, Tasha K, B, Nicki Minaj, C, Charlamagne Tha God, or D, Diddy?
32:04 - I'm going to read lyrics. Tell me who it is and the song title. It's Mary J. Blige, Whitney Houston, or Mariah Carey.
33:47 - Who is the first Black writer to win a Pulitzer Prize? Is it A, Nella Larsen, B, Zora Neale Hurston, C, Helen Johnson, or D, Gwendolyn Brooks?
42:33 - What is Howard University's mascot? Is it A, bear, B, Aggie, C, tiger, or D, bison?
42:59 - Couch Party Cereal Day: Act out like you're pouring milk and name five cereals.
43:38 - Which HBCU secured a federal trademark for their logo after decades of legal battles? Is it A, Alcorn State, B, Grambling State, C, Hampton University, or D, Jackson State?

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$50 Challenge! Answer Pop Culture Questions for Cash Prizes | Couch Party
$50 Challenge! Answer Pop Culture Questions for Cash Prizes | Couch Party
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Black History Trivia for Cash! | Rihanna, Toni Morrison, Viola Davis & More | Couch Party Live
Black History Trivia for Cash! | Rihanna, Toni Morrison, Viola Davis & More | Couch Party Live
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HBCU Shoutouts, Throwbacks and Big Wins on Couch Party | Couch Party Live
HBCU Shoutouts, Throwbacks and Big Wins on Couch Party | Couch Party Live
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Business for the Culture

Washington Post Layoffs & Impact on Black Journalists | Business For The Culture

Ebony McMorris is joined by Phil Lewis (Editor, Huffington Post), Dr. Nii Quartelai (Host, "A More Perfect Union" on KBLA 1580), and Gerren Keith Gaynor (White House Correspondent/Managing Editor of ...Politics, The Grio) for a compelling Black History Month kickoff, unpacking the future of Black voices in journalism amid major shakeups at the Washington Post. They discuss the devastating newsroom layoffs, the impact on race and DEI coverage, and the urgent challenges facing Black journalists and media outlets in 2026. Discover how Black-owned platforms, advocacy, and collective action are transforming news—and why your support is more vital than ever.

KEY TOPICS:
- The history and significance of Black voices in journalism and Black media’s role in activism
- The Washington Post’s massive layoffs and elimination of race, sports, and metro sections
- The ideological versus financial motivations behind newsroom cuts in mainstream media
- Challenges for Black journalists, including infrastructure, legal defense, and community support
- How Black-owned media, tech platforms, and collective ecosystems are rising to fill the gap
- The importance of supporting Black press through subscriptions, events, and advocacy
- The ongoing attacks on press freedom, First Amendment rights, and DEI funding

KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 - Ebony McMorris introduces the topic: Black voices in journalism and the power of black media
00:27 - Historical roots of Black press and their organizing role
01:55 - Introduction of Phil Lewis and impact of Washington Post layoffs
02:47 - Phil Lewis details newsroom cuts and ideological motivations
07:15 - Dr. Nii Quartelai joins discussion on democracy and power in journalism
10:20 - Impact on Black journalists and community, local politics, and consequences for media diversity
14:01 - Strategies for supporting Black journalists and press infrastructure
17:47 - Press freedom, First Amendment rights, and attacks on DEI
20:19 - Building self-sustaining Black media ecosystems and Ida B. Wells’ legacy
28:11 - The importance of supporting, subscribing, and amplifying Black media amid changing algorithms
29:11 - Highlighting Black-owned tech platforms like Spill and Fanbase
36:31 - Gerren Keith Gaynor weighs in on solidarity, activism, and organizing amid newsroom cuts
38:14 - Ebony McMorris closes with a call to action and an inspiring quote from Alice Allison Dunnigan

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Washington Post Layoffs & Impact on Black Journalists | Business For The Culture
Washington Post Layoffs & Impact on Black Journalists | Business For The Culture
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Will Roundtree on: Fixing Your Credit and Transforming Your Life | Business for the Culture
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Dr. Jonathan Cox on: The CBCF, Power, Progress, Policy and Black America | Business for the Culture
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On the Record with Ebony McMorris

Black Farmers Fight Back: Farm Crisis Under Trump’s Tariffs | On The Record

A historic Supreme Court victory, the struggle for Black farmers, and the politics of survival are at the forefront of this must-watch episode of On The Record. Ebony McMorris sits ...down with John Boyd Jr., President of the National Black Farmers Association, to break down the life-changing SCOTUS ruling on tariffs, White House exclusions, and the ongoing challenges for America’s farmers.

What You’ll Learn:
- The sweeping impact of the Supreme Court’s decision on agricultural tariffs and why John Boyd Jr. calls it a “life-saving victory” for farmers
- How recent White House policies and meetings have excluded Black farmers and what that means for the future of Black agriculture
- The devastating financial and mental health toll tariffs have taken on farmers, including farm bankruptcies, foreclosures, and suicides
- Why foundational support and community action are critical for Black farmers’ survival
- The legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson in fighting for economic justice and rural America

EPISODE MOMENTS
00:00:00 Introduction & SCOTUS ruling reaction
00:01:17 President’s response and personal challenges for John Boyd Jr.
00:03:09 How tariffs devastated farm incomes and markets
00:05:11 Exclusion of Black farmers from key White House meetings
00:08:01 The realities of farming: lost land, financial strain, and market loss
00:10:12 Why prices collapsed and mental health struggles emerged
00:13:23 What’s next: calls for foundational and community support
00:14:31 The legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson and lessons for today
00:18:20 How to support Black farmers and get involved

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Black Farmers Fight Back: Farm Crisis Under Trump’s Tariffs | On The Record
Black Farmers Fight Back: Farm Crisis Under Trump’s Tariffs | On The Record
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Rev Al Sharpton on Minneapolis Crisis, Trump Polls, and the Supreme Court’s Impact | On The Record
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