Only One Mic Podcast
Carl Jerard, Brooklyn Dre, and JRob welcome you to The Only One Mic Podcast. We are joined each week by authors, activists, advocates, community leaders, and professionals from several walks of life who would like to offer their experience, expertise, or commentary on the various topics you will be interested in learning.
Episodes
Assata Shakur, who passed at 78 in Havana after decades in exile, remains one of the most polarizing figures in history—a terrorist to some, a freedom fighter to others. We explore her legacy of resilience through imprisonment, exile, and sacrifice, and how her story forces us to question who controls history.
Meanwhile, Ghana’s president delivers a bold call at the UN, declaring the transatlantic slave trade “the grea...
We discuss signs that America may be approaching a constitutional crisis. From military presence in cities to escalating restrictions on speech, these developments suggest a slide toward authoritarianism that should concern citizens across the political spectrum. As one host poignantly asks: "What is the American public going to do when he says he's not leaving office?"
What if the X-Men saga isn’t just about superheroes, but a powerful lens on race in America? In this discussion, two passionate fans peel back the layers of X-Men: First Class, uncovering striking parallels between the mutants’ fight for acceptance and the lived experiences of Black Americans.
We dive unflinchingly into Kirk's legacy of inflammatory rhetoric toward Black Americans—from his claims that Black people were "better off in the 1940s" despite Jim Crow laws to his advocacy for public executions. His final conversation before being shot involved blaming "gang violence" (a well-known racial dog whistle) for America's gun problems. This history makes his death morally com...
In this episode, we break down Spike Lee’s latest film, uncover the racial allegories woven into Marvel’s X-Men, and expose how Trump’s militarization of Black communities ties into the systemic racism driving violence.
Gilbert Arenas, the former NBA star known as "Agent Zero," is making headlines for serious federal charges linked to an extravagant illegal gambling operation at his Encino, California, mansion. The indictment reveals that Arenas allegedly ran high-stakes poker games with armed security, valet service, private chefs, and young women hired to serve drinks and provide massages. This lavish setup has drawn...
Boxing champion Claressa Shields has sparked controversy with her unfiltered take on transgender athletes in women's boxing. Speaking candidly on the Effective Immediately show, Shields proposed that transgender boxers should compete against each other in their league rather than against "naturally born women." Her comments have ignited a fierce debate about identity, fairness, and the future of women&a...
Have you ever wondered if there's a difference between where we live and how we live together? That's the question at the heart of this thought-provoking episode that challenges our understanding of community in modern life.
Heartbreaking news has struck the entertainment world as we say farewell to Malcolm Jamal Warner, who tragically drowned while vacationing with family in Costa Rica at age 54. Most of us first welcomed him into our homes as Theo Huxtable, but Warner's legacy extends far beyond that beloved character. He masterfully evolved from child star to respected actor, director, musician, poet, and ultimately, an influentia...
What do you do when the refuge you seek turns out to be just as dangerous as the one you fled? Francine thought she had found safety in Moscow, confidently stating, "I feel safer in Russia than I ever did in the United States." However, her optimism was shattered when racist neighbors attacked her, leaving her bruised and bloodied. Instead of compassion, she faced mockery online, with many believing her naiv...
The dark underbelly of artificial intelligence development comes to light in this eye-opening exploration of how our most sophisticated AI tools are made "safe" for public consumption. When OpenAI was training GPT-3, the predecessor to ChatGPT, they discovered their model regurgitated the worst parts of the internet—racism, violence, abuse, and more. Their solution? Outsource the cleanup to Kenyan workers ea...
What happens when body cameras exist but the footage is kept from public view? The shooting death of 18-year-old Jabari Peoples in Homewood, Alabama, raises troubling questions about police transparency and accountability that go far beyond one case.
When 4Xtra posted "Who wants to get blown up today?" while flashing fireworks on his social platforms, he likely never imagined he'd end up missing two fingers and temporarily blinded. Yet that's exactly what happened when his Fourth of July stunt went catastrophically wrong, leaving his family scrambling to create a GoFundMe for mounting medical bills. The internet's response was predictably ...
A federal judge has just delivered a powerful blow to the Trump administration's plans to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 500,000 migrants, including tens of thousands of Haitians who've built lives in America. This ruling stands as a temporary victory in an ongoing battle that the White House has already vowed to appeal, claiming executive authority over immigration programs.
Boxing fans were left stunned this week when Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, son of the legendary fighter, was detained by ICE authorities in Studio City, just days after stepping into the ring with Jake Paul in Anaheim. The timing has raised eyebrows across the sports world and sparked intense debate about immigration enforcement and the treatment of celebrities.
The Department of Homeland Security has dropped a bombshell decision affecting over 500,000 Haitians living in the United States under Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and the implications are staggering. These half-million people—who have established careers, raised families, and contributed to their communities through work and taxes—now face possible deportation to a country experiencing catastrophic violence and ...
The verdict is in, and it's sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Sean "Diddy" Combs has been found not guilty on the most serious charges of racketeering and conspiracy for sex trafficking - but don't call it a complete victory. The jury convicted him on two lesser counts of transporting individuals across state lines for prostitution, charges that still carry a potential decade b...
BREAKING: Partial Verdict Reached in Sean "Diddy" Combs Trial | Federal Jury Deadlocked on RICO Charge
Breaking news out of Manhattan: The federal jury has delivered a partial verdict in the high-profile trial of music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs. The jury decided on four major charges, including sex trafficking and transporting individuals for prostitution. However, they remain deadlocked on the most ...
The landscape of the Iran-Israel conflict has dramatically shifted as Trump announces a comprehensive ceasefire agreement. After days of intense military exchanges that had the world holding its breath, this unexpected diplomatic breakthrough offers hope for regional stability.
The world stands on a precipice as President Trump orders strikes on The world stands on the brink of change as President Trump orders strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, a move that could reshape the geopolitical landscape overnight. Using advanced bunker buster bombs, U.S. forces targeted the fortified Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan sites. Trump hailed the operation as "a spectacular military success"...
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