Episodes

  • EPISODE 254 TRAGEDY, TRENDS, & A TONE-DEAF LEADER

    EPISODE 254 TRAGEDY, TRENDS, & A TONE-DEAF LEADER
    Feb 2 2025
    EPISODE 254 Tragedy, Trends, & A Tone-Deaf Leader . Summary . In this episode, the hosts discuss recent tragedies, including plane crashes, and reflect on the importance of empathy and leadership during such times. They celebrate Black History Month, highlighting the achievements and challenges faced by the Black community. The hosts also delve into the controversies surrounding music icon Puffy, examining the impact of celebrity actions on society. Finally, they discuss trends in the music industry and the changing landscape of pop culture. . Chapters . 00:00 Tragic Air Crashes and Community Impact 03:45 Black History Month: Celebrating Achievements 08:12 Political Leadership and Accountability 13:07 Insensitive Responses to National Tragedies 27:05 The Need for Strong Leadership 33:02 Cultural Reflections and Community Losses 34:48 The Fall of Diddy: A Cultural Reflection 38:21 Patterns of Abuse: Diddy's Legacy and Accountability 41:41 Complicity and Silence: The Role of Accomplices 43:51 The Legal Battles: Diddy and ASAP Rocky 48:41 The State of Music: Snoop Dogg and Bruno Mars 53:45 Shoutouts and Closing Thoughts 58:39 Close . #planecrashes #BlackHistoryMonth #politicalcommentary #mentalhealth #Puffy #popculture #celebrityaccountability #musicindustry . SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Give $25 For 2025 https://linktr.ee/thisisthegpodcast
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    1 hr
  • EP 253 TRUMP TWO POINT OH

    EP 253 TRUMP TWO POINT OH
    Jan 25 2025
    EPISODE 253 TRUMP TWO POINT OH . Summary . In this episode of This Is The G Podcast, host Tommy B, Tonya B, Vi The Country Commentator, and Talib Shabazz discuss a variety of topics including Super Bowl predictions, the legacy of DJ Unk, Elon Musk's controversial salute, political accountability, and the state of the Democratic Party in Georgia. They also touch on the impact of wildfires, the Fire Aid concert, and the potential candidacy of Keisha Lance Bottoms for governor. The conversation emphasizes the importance of local representation and the need for accountability in politics. . Chapters . 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 03:00 Super Bowl Predictions and College Football Playoffs 05:57 Tribute to DJ Unk and Reflections on His Legacy 08:56 Controversial Public Figures and Their Actions 12:46 Inauguration Week and Viewer Statistics 20:02 Fire Aid Concert and Celebrity Contributions 22:50 The Impact of Political Performances on Artists 28:48 Closing Thoughts and Reflections 29:41 Cultural Reflections on Celebrity Politics 32:57 Entertainment Highlights and Upcoming Releases 37:13 Political Accountability and Local Leadership 48:51 The State of the Democratic Party 50:21 Keisha Lance Bottoms: A Potential Run for Governor? 58:33 CLOSE . #SuperBowl #DJUnk #ElonMusk #politicalaccountability #Georgiapolitics #entertainmentnews #wildfires #FireAidconcert #KeishaLanceBottoms . SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Give $25 For 2025 https://linktr.ee/thisisthegpodcast
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    1 hr
  • Episode 252 King Day 2025

    Episode 252 King Day 2025
    Jan 19 2025
    Summary . In this episode of This Is The G Podcast, Host Tommy B and political analyst Harold Michael Harvey discuss the significance of King Day coinciding with the inauguration, the journey of Coley Harvey at ESPN, the performance of Atlanta sports teams, and the current political landscape under President Biden. They reflect on cultural influences, the media's portrayal of significant figures, and the public's perception of Biden's presidency. The conversation also touches on the importance of leadership in sports and politics, and the impact of public opinion on political figures. . Chapters . 00:00 Celebrating King Day and Inauguration Irony 12:56 Coley Harvey's Journey to ESPN 21:06 Atlanta Sports Teams: Successes and Struggles 23:45 Week in News with Syracuse Mike 26:38 Censorship and Hostage Release 27:30 Tributes to Cultural Icons 27:54 The Legacy of Bob Uecker 28:52 Jack Smith Report Insights 29:40 Biden's Farewell Address 30:52 The Oligarchs' Influence 31:02 Ceasefire Prospects 32:05 TikTok's Future in the U.S. 34:59 Media Recommendations for the Week 37:47 Public Opinion on Biden's Presidency 44:50 Reflections on Political Legacy Inauguration 50:09 Tribute to Coach Bobby Martin Briarwood High School East Point 55:35 SHOW CLOSE . #KingDay2025 #Inauguration2025 #ColeyHarvey #ESPN #AtlantaSports #BidenPresidency #PoliticalAnalysis #MLK #CulturalReflections #NewsRecap . NAACP IMAGE AWARDS NOMINEES: https://www.naacpimageawards.net/nominees . SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Give $25 For 2025 https://linktr.ee/thisisthegpodcast . FOR THE RECORD: The Braves have won four World Series titles: 1914 (Boston), 1957 (Milwaukee), 1995 (Atlanta), and 2021 (Atlanta).
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    57 mins
  • EPISODE 251 MIKE ROBERTS 2025

    EPISODE 251 MIKE ROBERTS 2025
    Jan 18 2025
    EPISODE 251 MIKE ROBERTS 2025 . Summary In this episode of This Is The G Podcast, host Tommy B and Syracuse Mike discuss a variety of topics including the recent snowstorm, reflections on the radio and music industry, Super Bowl memories, the evolution of radio stations, challenges faced by youth oriented radio stations, the Atlanta Falcons, political news, medical debt relief, tributes to President Jimmy Carter, Donald Trump's legal troubles, the impact of California wildfires, TikTok's future, and entertainment news. . Chapters . 00:00 Welcome and Snow Day Reflections 02:54 Radio Industry Insights and Changes 05:41 Super Bowl Memories and Football Weekend 08:56 The Evolution of Music Radio 12:10 Challenges Facing Young Radio Stations 14:55 Local Radio's Importance and Future 17:45 Political Landscape and Media Coverage 20:58 Medical Debt Relief and Its Impact 21:51 Tributes to President Jimmy Carter 22:50 Donald Trump's Legal Troubles 23:46 California Wildfires and Their Consequences 25:56 California's Insurance Crisis and Mortgage Challenges 26:55 The Future of TikTok: Legal Battles and Business Implications 29:17 Reflections on President Carter's Legacy 32:54 Entertainment News: Awards and Celebrity Updates 39:52 Political Roundtable: Obama, Trump, and Public Perception . #podcast #radio #musicindustry #sports #politics #medicaldebt #JimmyCarter #TikTok #entertainmentnews #AtlantaFalcons . NAACP IMAGE AWARDS NOMINEES: https://www.naacpimageawards.net/nominees . SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Give $25 For 2025 https://linktr.ee/thisisthegpodcast
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    55 mins
  • EPISODE 250 SPOKEN WORD POET QUEEN SHEBA

    EPISODE 250 SPOKEN WORD POET QUEEN SHEBA
    Jan 3 2025
    EPISODE 250 SPOKEN WORD POET QUEEN SHEBA . Summary In this episode of 'This is the G Podcast', host Tommy B welcomes Queen Sheba, a Grammy-nominated spoken word artist. They discuss the significance of her album 'Civil Writes', the importance of January 3rd for Grammy nominations, and the impact of her foster care background on her creativity. Queen Sheba shares insights into her creative process, the challenges of writing in a political climate, and offers advice for aspiring poets. The conversation also touches on her hopes for the future and the influences that shaped her poetic voice. . Chapters . 00:00 Welcome Back and Introduction to Queen Sheba 03:18 The Significance of January 3rd 11:10 Foster Care and Its Impact on Creativity 16:36 Creative Process and Audience Connection 21:01 Truth Telling in Poetry and Political Engagement 23:23 Navigating a Tumultuous Climate 24:56 The Legacy of Poets and Political Commentary 27:28 The Art of Authentic Expression 28:48 Collaborations and Organic Connections 31:38 Advice for Aspiring Poets 33:52 Aspirations and the Future of Spoken Word 37:24 Influences and Inspirations in Poetry 40:07 Connecting with the Audience 48:29 CLOSE Animated Female Voice Outro.mp4 . #QueenSheba #spokenword #poetry #Grammynomination #fostercare #creativeprocess #politicalpoetry #aspiringpoets #artisticcollaboration, #influences . FOLLOW QUEEN SHEBA @THEQUEENSHEBA SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Give $25 For 2025 https://linktr.ee/thisisthegpodcast
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    50 mins
  • HOLIDAY REWIND 2024 THOMAS LOCKETT OF SLAVE

    HOLIDAY REWIND 2024 THOMAS LOCKETT OF SLAVE
    Dec 26 2024
    HOLIDAY REWIND 2024 THOMAS LOCKETT OF SLAVE . Summary . This episode of This Is The G Podcast features a conversation with Thomas Lockett, one of the original members of the funk band Slave. The conversation covers the formation of the band, their rise to fame, internal conflicts, and the legal battles they faced. . #Slave #ThomasLockett #70sFunk #70sRnB #SteveArrington #JustATouchOfLove #Slide #Funk #Music #AtlantaPodcast #BlackPodcast . SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Give $25 For 2025 https://linktr.ee/thisisthegpodcast
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • HOLIDAY REWIND 2024 SHIRLEY JONES OF THE JONES GIRLS

    HOLIDAY REWIND 2024 SHIRLEY JONES OF THE JONES GIRLS
    Dec 19 2024
    HOLIDAY REWIND 2024 SHIRLEY JONES OF THE JONES GIRLS . Summary . In this engaging conversation, Shirley Jones, a legendary figure in R&B and a member of the iconic Jones Girls, discusses her album 'In Loving Memory,' dedicated to her late sisters. She shares the inspiration behind her music, the challenges and rewards of her solo career, and the changes in the music industry over the years. Shirley emphasizes the importance of keeping the legacy of her music alive and offers valuable advice for aspiring artists. . Chapters . 00:00 Introduction to Shirley Jones and Her Legacy 02:06 Inspiration Behind 'In Loving Memory' Album 05:20 Creating the New Single 'When You Love Somebody' 07:20 Challenges and Rewards of a Solo Career 11:13 Changes in the Music Industry 12:53 Staying Motivated in the Music Business 15:56 Advice for Aspiring Artists . Shirley Jones, Jones Girls, R&B, music industry, In Loving Memory, When You Love Somebody, legacy, challenges, advice for artists . SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Give $25 For 2025 https://linktr.ee/thisisthegpodcast
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    21 mins
  • EPISODE 249 THE G 2024 WRAPUP

    EPISODE 249 THE G 2024 WRAPUP
    Dec 15 2024
    EPISODE 249 THE G 2024 WRAPUP . Summary . In this episode of 'This is the G Podcast', the hosts reflect on the recent passing of poet Nikki Giovanni, discuss current celebrity news including allegations against Jay-Z, and explore the dynamics of fame and public perception. The conversation also touches on the impact of media and gossip in shaping narratives around celebrities, culminating in a discussion about Chris Rock's upcoming SNL appearance. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into various themes including healthcare disparities, personal reflections on life and family, upcoming movies, Flavor Flav's recent controversy, the impact of music on culture, and holiday cooking traditions. They share personal anecdotes and insights, creating a rich tapestry of discussion that resonates with listeners. . Chapters . 00:00 Introduction and Reflections on Nikki Giovanni 02:44 Current Events and Celebrity Scandals 05:40 The Case of the Insurance Vigilante 08:45 Tribute to Nikki Giovanni 11:48 Jay-Z Allegations and Public Reactions 22:07 The Smoke Around Jay-Z 25:05 The Nature of Gossip and Public Scrutiny 26:15 Chris Rock's SNL Appearance and Its Implications 30:21 Jamie Foxx's Netflix Special: A Deep Dive 35:52 Upcoming Projects: A$AP Rocky and Denzel Washington 40:11 Flavor Flav's Recent Controversy and Reinvention 42:57 The Enduring Legacy of Flav 46:07 Musical Memories and Influences 57:17 Yacht Rock: A Nostalgic Journey . podcast, celebrity news, Nikki Giovanni, Jay-Z, pop culture, current events, This is the G Podcast, entertainment, media, discussions, healthcare disparities, personal stories, life reflections, upcoming movies, Flavor Flav, music impact, holiday cooking, cultural commentary . SUPPORT THE PODCAST! Give $25 For 2025 https://linktr.ee/thisisthegpodcast
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    1 hr and 3 mins