Black Land Podcast
Artful story telling takes center stage as BIN’S "Black Land" podcast taps into the lives of ordinary people and brings to life their extraordinary tales of triumph and circumstance. Join Emmy award winning Host Vanessa Tyler each week as she dives deep into uncharted stories and gives an overdue and deserving voice to those who have often experienced the other side of the American dream. From laughter to tears, triumph to trials, Black Land delivers the personal narratives of Black people surviving through struggles, and challenges, and unmasks their stories through a combination of expert guests, heartwarming honesty, and an authentic dialogue that's rarely heard on podcasts today.
Episodes
Vanessa Tyler speaks with Dr. Deloris Thomas, president of the Joseph Business School in Chigago as well as alumni about entrepreneurship and creating generational wealth within the Black community.
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Vanessa Tyler has a conversation with Philadelphia's C.J. Rice, who was recently exonerated after serving 12 years in prison for a crime he did not commit.
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Host Vanessa Tyler talks about the history of the Crownsville Hospital Center - formerly known as the Hospital For The Negro Insane of Maryland. In 1911, this segregated facility was constructed to treat the mentally ill, but patients were often subjected to medical experimentation, abuse and neglect. Vanessa speaks to Janice Hayes Williams about her mission to create a permanent memorial dedicated to those that died at Crownsville...
Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks with world-renowned cardiologist Professor Dr. Ernst von Schwarz about extending human life expectancy through science and technology, and the social implications of longevity.
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This episode focuses on the aftermath of gun violence and how it impacts Black communities. It features Dr. Vanessa Tyler's conversation with Wesley Hamilton, a gunshot survivor who became paralyzed from the waist down. Despite his injuries, Wesley was able to turn his life around and start an organization called " Disabled But Not Really " to help others with disabilities. The episode shines a light on the ripple effects of gun vi...
Host Vanessa Tyler takes a look at violence against Black women and the recent rise in missing Black women cases. Vanessa speaks with Natalie Wilson - Co-founder and COO of the Black And Missing Foundation Inc (BAMFI) about how they are helping to rectify the racial disparities in media coverage when it comes to missing Black people in America.
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Today's episode focuses on the booming interest in true crime, especially cases involving missing or murdered African Americans. It covers the annual CrimeCon convention and highlights efforts by the Black and Missing Foundation to bring more attention to missing blacks.
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Host Vanessa Tyler discusses the impact and the evolution of A.I. on the Black Community.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks with Lionel Ray Williams and filmmaker Letitia McIntosh about the circumstances surrounding Lionel's conviction for the murder of actor Sal Mineo in 1979. Letitia has produced a documentary, "Unseen Innocence", exploring reports of false accusations and misconduct during the investigation in the hopes of erasing the stigma surrounding Lionel's name and reputation.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler speaks with survivor Lakeisha Walker about her harrowing experience as a victim of human sex trafficking. Lakeisha shares her story in vivid detail, reliving the nightmare that started when she was just 18 years old. Today, Lakeisha is founder and CEO of Honorable Women Inc., an organization that fights for the rights of human sex trafficking victims. She is also an author and motivational speaker.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler revisits the death of Emmett Till on what would have been his 84th birthday. Emmett Till was a 14 year old boy visiting Mississippi from Chicago in 1955 when he was abducted and brutally murdered by a gang of white men because he whistled at a white lady. Museums in Mississippi commemorate this pivotal point in American history and the Civil Rights Movement with a new display of the gun that killed young Emmett.
Dr. Vanessa Tyler discusses the growing trend of Black Americans emigrating to Africa. She speaks with people who have moved to Ghana and are helping to build infrastructure and support outreach to Black Americans here at home. They discuss Ghana's Cultural Oneness Festival, an annual festival that helps to promote cultural awareness and unity through traditions, art and music.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler has a conversation with Iva Wilson, founder of Ginger Noir: The Black Redhead Project. Iva says some of the project goals include educating people about the science behind Black people with red hair, increase awareness and community of Black people with red hair and to provide a platform for people to share stories and celebrate this unique trait.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler examines the details surrounding the police shooting of 18-year old college student Jabari Peoples in Alabama. Despite the opinion of police officials, family and attorney Ben Crump claims that "this is not an open and shut case". This episode reviews the discrepancies with body cam footage and witness testimonies.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks with Jilea Hemmings, co-owner and creator of Nourish + Bloom Markets. Using the latest A.I. technology and community investment strategies, Jiliea and her husband Jamie are opening innovative grocery markets across the country. Jilea talks about their experience on the reality show Shark Tank, and their journey to success.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler takes us inside the case of William McNeil Jr., the 22-year old HBCU student who was pulled from his car and beaten by Florida police officers. Hear accounts from William himself, and the attorneys who represent him, as they detail the events that unfolded during the routine traffic stop that escalated into violence.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler takes us inside the tragedy of the Sapelo Island Gangway accident. Hear firsthand accounts from survivors of the collapsed gangway at the Marsh Landing Dock on Sapelo Island. It was supposed to be a day of celebration, commemorating Sapelo Island's Gullah-Geechee community made up of descendants of Black slaves. Instead, it was a day of disaster and survival.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler travels to Tybee Island near Savannah Georgia to soak up the sun and knowledge surrounding this historical island haven. Led by historian and tour guide Dr. Amir Jamal Toure, Dr. Tyler gets a crash course in the history, mythology and culture of the island.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks to producer and tech founder Isaac Hayes III about Fanbase, the first Black-owned social media platform. Fanbase positions itself as an alternative to traditional social media platforms as it focuses on diversity, social engagement and content monetization for Black creators.
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Dr. Vanessa Tyler has an in-depth conversation with one of Smokey Robinson's best friends, legendary actor and producer Leon Isaac Kennedy. They discuss the recent allegations of assault, rape and abuse brought against the iconic singer and his wife. Leon is quick to defend his friend and offers his unique insight into the case.
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