Hella Black Podcast

Hella Black Podcast

Hella Black Podcast is brought to you by Delency Parham and Abbas Muntaqim. Over the next 12 weeks we are happy to bring ya'll a limited series called Tales of The Town, which is a podcast about nearly 100 years of Black Oakland history! You can follow us on Twitter and IG @HellaBlackPod and support us on https://www.patreon.com/HellaBlackPod. We hope you all enjoy the show!!

Episodes

EP 169: Venezuela and the Changing Geopolitical Terrain

January 6, 2026 • 71 mins
On this episode of Hella Black Podcast, we talk about the changing geopolitical terrain. We discuss the U.S.’s illegal kidnapping of Venezuela’s president and its implications, and critique the reactionary protest culture in the U.S. that focuses on protests without movement building.
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EP 168: Hoop and Community (feat Kenzie Forbes)

January 6, 2026 • 76 mins
On this episode of Hella Black Podcast, we sit down with professional basketball player Kenzie Forbes to talk about her upbringing, her collegiate career at Cal, Harvard, and USC, and her journey as a professional athlete. We also get into how she became politically conscious and why she’s committed to supporting community work. Tap in.
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EP 167: Decolonization and the Shifting Terrain

November 17, 2025 • 52 mins
On this episode of Hella Black we talk about the changing political conditions inside the belly of the beast! We back baby! With that heat! Tap in!
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EP 166: 6 months of Trump

August 18, 2025 • 56 mins
On this episode of Hella Black, we break down Trump’s first six months in office and the political issues that have emerged as a result.
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EP 165: No War on the Islamic Republic of Iran!

June 17, 2025 • 78 mins
On this episode of Hella Black we trace the history of amerika and the Islamic Republic of Iran's relationship. We also provide an anti-imperialist, as well as an Islamic analysis of the current dynamic. Tap in now!
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EP 164: Oakland Politics + Ramadan Reflections

June 10, 2025 • 50 mins
On this episode of Hella Black we discuss the local electoral politics of Oakland as well as our Ramadan reflections. New Hella Black out now and more coming soon!
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EP 163: Remembering el Hajj Malik el Shabazz (Malcolm X): Moving Past liberal integration and towards national determination and sovereignty

April 9, 2025 • 84 mins
EP 163: Remembering el Hajj Malik el Shabazz (Malcolm X): Moving Past liberal integration and towards national determination and sovereignty by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham
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EP 162: Trump's Presidency, Tech, and the Changing Face of Imperialism

February 23, 2025 • 48 mins
EP 162: Trump's Presidency, Tech, and the Changing Face of Imperialism by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham
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EP 161: End of year politics

December 31, 2024 • 33 mins
Tap in with our last episode of Hella Black Pod for the year where we reflect on the election and what it means for us as we step into this next year.
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EP 160: Election Predictions

November 2, 2024 • 40 mins
On this episode of Hella Black, we dive into our predictions for the upcoming election and break down what the potential outcomes mean for us as we navigate life and build toward independence within the belly of the beast. We also talk about the 3rd party and other integrative ploys. Tune in for real analysis on this so-called election!
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EP 159: October 8th (Part 2)

October 18, 2024 • 47 mins
This episode is a continuation of EP 158, and is dubbed "October 8th" in commemoration of the Lebanese resistance's support for the Palestinian struggle. Tap in as we talk about the historical development of the struggle in Lebanon. Free the land.
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EP 158: October 7th (Part 1)

October 15, 2024 • 54 mins
In this episode of Hella Black, we dive deep into the ongoing Palestinian struggle for liberation. We reflect on last year’s Al-Aqsa Flood Operation and explore the historical roots of zionism. Tap in for an uncompromising look at global resistance against colonial violence.
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EP 157: Kamala Harris Ain't For Black People Pt. 2

September 11, 2024 • 63 mins
On the latest episode of Hella Black we discuss why Kamala Harris ain't for Black people, it's a follow up episode from episode 35!! Tap in!
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EP 156: Juneteenth Movement Reflections

June 20, 2024 • 84 mins
On this episode of Hella Black, Abbas and Delency reflect on Juneteenth, speak candidly and honestly about the state of the movement, and share their thoughts on the changes that should be made and how to move forward. Tap in!!!
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EP 155: Ramadan Reflections and Eid Mubarak!

April 10, 2024 • 75 mins
In this episode of Hella Black, Abbas and Delency dive into their Ramadan experiences, discussing their spiritual growth and development throughout the holy month. They'll share personal reflections, challenges, and moments of insight, offering a window into their individual journeys. Additionally, Delency opens up about his path to Islam, explaining the motivations and experiences that led him to take Shahada. Join them for a conv...
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EP: 154: Let us pray…in front of In-N-Out?

March 12, 2024 • 71 mins
In this episode Abbas and Delency take a look at the local NAACP chapter calling for a prayer in front of In-N-Out and further discuss the expansion of anti-black, classist police expansion in Oakland and across the nation.
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EP 153: Conditions in Oakland

February 9, 2024 • 29 mins
EP 153: Conditions in Oakland by Hella Black Podcast by Abbas Muntaqim and Delency Parham
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EP 152: Counter-insurgence and containment strategies + the Red Sea

January 30, 2024 • 72 mins
On this episode we talk about counter insurgent strategies and containment strategies, we also talk about new developments in the Red Sea. Tap in!
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EP 151: 2024 Elections

January 4, 2024 • 32 mins
We talk about this upcoming elections and what it means for the New Afrikan Nation.
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EP 150: Justice For Dr. Loggins

November 30, 2023 • 61 mins
On this episode, we talk with Stanford University undergrads, Jaeden Clark and Milo Golding, about the unjust suspension and banning of Black, Muslim lecturer, Dr. Ameer Loggins.
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