The Jackie Rae Show

On this Episode of The Jackie Rae Show:

00:00 Intro - We continue to explore the questions on leadership in the Black Community.

05:12 Reverend Welton Pleasant II of Christ Second Baptist Church in Long Beach discusses what he believes the decline of Black leaders is directly tied to the decrease in attendance at Black churches — highlighting a perceived connection between church involvement and leadership development.

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James Ellis Mark, also known as Blue, shares his journey from a troubled past to becoming a community development specialist. He discusses his experiences in the California Youth Authority and the influence of family and community on his path. James explains his desire to help others and the founding of the Black Agency. He highlights the importance of respect for elders in the black community and the need for diverse leadership. J...

Chapter 1:  - Pike Pandemonium: A Teen Shooting Sparks Community Reflection It’s possible a Pokemon Community day created an influx of young people at the Pike Outlet over the weekend - resulting in a fight between two young women and left one young man shot. Most of those presented in a viral video were Black and Latino.  The community was divided when asked what resources the Black community provides to young people in Long Beac...

Award-winning talent alert! Meet the incredible Malika Blessing, representing Oakland, California, on a journey to LA chasing her sitcom dreams! Armed with a Master's Degree in Theater from Grambling State University, Malika's story is one of resilience and passion. 🎭Though her sitcom dreams are still in the making, Malika is living her best life as an actress, producer, director, and supermom! 🌟 Don't miss out on the...

Early in life, Cheryl Vienna took the road that is often the safest traveled. Following her mother’s advice, Vienna set aside her creative aspirations and went to Purdue University to study engineering. While it was her first love, she continued to rise in the professional ranks. Life, no matter how successful, never comes without challenges. In 2009, Vienna was diagnosed with Stage IIA breast cancer. Receiving the diagnosis just ...

🎉🔥 Get ready to dive into the hottest topics with Jackie Rae on the Jackie Rae Show! 🚀 From life's biggest moments to the latest in sports, entertainment, politics, and crucial issues within the Black Community, we're spilling the tea on it all! 🏀 This week, we've got Sports Journalist Dexter Henry in the hot seat! 🎙️ Join us as we dissect the Los Angeles Clippers' chances of making it big this season – could ...

Welcome to the Jackie Rae Show, where no topic is off the table. Life, sports, entertainment, politics, and, of course, issues facing the Black Community.

This week, we revisit a moment from the book Open Mike, written by TV Host, Sports Commentator, actor, and comedian Mike Hill. He discusses his feelings after losing a job where he thought he was accepted. Plus, his take on marriage and after a very public relationship and ...

#IndieArie #JoeRobag #BenSimmons #JamesHarden #JoeBiden

Segment 1 - India Arie and Wendy Williams

Last week the call was for Black Podcasts and Black Artists to remove their works from Spotify.  This week, India Arie walks in back and says Joe is not racist.  The problem is, she is 100% wrong.

Wendy Williams is making headlines after her former financial advisor, Lori Schiller, claimed the talk show host was not of sound ...

Segment 1 - If We Stand With #IndiaArie

For far too long #JoeRogan has been getting paid despite the fact that he is often racist. The good thing is, he does not insult our intelligence by apologizing for what he clearly feels in his heart. But once again there is one among us, who has decided to take a stand against the platform that supports Joe Rogan and his platform. We need to stand with her and follow suit.

Segment 2 - If We ...

Segment 1 - Is the “Bad B..ch” narrative detrimental to Black Women? Event Creator, Influencer, and Entrepreneur Khrissy B (https://www.instagram.com/iamkhrissyb/), as well as radio personality & host on 102.3 KJLH FM Kameron Green (https://www.instagram.com/lbradiochick/) join to discuss how we as Black Women are perceived.

Segment 2 - 25:40 - Can we stop blaming LeBron James for the Laker's downfall. Even with missing ga...

Segment 1 - There are 8 Head Coaching jobs open in the NFL. The Miami Dolphins, Vegas Raiders, Houston Texans, Chicago Bears, New York Giants, Minnesota Vikings, Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Denver Broncos. The question is, how many of those will be filled by Black Coaches.

Segment 2 - Jeremy “Gumbo” Christian (https://www.instagram.com/gumbeezylove/) has an amazing story. From having a successful music career at Clark Atlanta to ...

Segment 1

DeShaun Watson and his girlfriend, Jilly Anais, celebrated her birthday and the new year in style. Now, the couple is traveling in Europe looking blissfully in love. Meanwhile, the 22 women who have accused Watson of sexual assault are still waiting in the wings.

One accuser penned an open letter to Anais, saying she should distance herself from Watson immediately and, that galavanting around the world with Watson is a sl...

This week an 18-year old girl is left brain dead after a school safety officer shot into a car leaving the scene.   Plus, the United States Government has to owned what part they play in the lack of public trust and thus the vaccine.  And Jannique Martinez, a Virginia woman says her neighbor is on a racist tirade of harassment of her and her family.  

Make sure you join the conversation and follow us on all thin...

#GabbyPetito #DeShaunWatson #TransSports

This week on At the Half with Jackie Rae, we discuss how one white woman gains national attention while hundreds of Black Children go missing and never make headlines.  Plus, what's next for DeShaun Watson and the Texans and, how can we make sure members of the transgender community can play the sports they love.

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#Covid19 #Protests 

Did you miss At the Half on Backstage Radio last week?  Fear not, we have you covered.  Check out this week's episode featuring an inside look at Anit-Maskers and Anti-Vaxers at the Long Beach School Board meeting, Plus we revisit the Sha'Cari Richardson situation.

Make sure you join the conversation and follow us on all things social media @jraethefanatic

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#2020Olympics #HipHop #Clubhouse

High Jump Olympian Rachel McCoy joins to tell us how her first Olympic experience went.  She also explains how the athletes who don't medal do not get paid. You can contribute and help her on her journey if you follow her on IG at @jumpsforjou_mccoy. 

Galo Shadez just dropped his new single Stress Free on his label CYOV (Create Your Own Vibe).  Download it now on all streaming platfor...

#BlackCommunity #AaronRodgers #RKelly

This week on At the Half we break down how, the money New York Governor Cuomo set aside to reach communities that have been disproportionately impacted by Covid, does not include the Black Community.   Aaron Rodgers is back with the Green Bay Packers but he is spilling all the tea.  And R. Kelly has new charges.  Is anyone really surprised our more outraged by that?

Make sur...

#NaomiOsaka #NFL #Police

This week on At The Half, we talk about the NFL and their vaccine memo, it was the right call! Naomi Osaka's new Netflix documentary is out, and she says Black People came for her after she decided to represent Japan in the 2020 Olympics. We'll talk about why her choice is okay.  Plus, police are once again doing shady cops things.  This time they are using social media rules to stop the public fr...