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Black Republican Black DemocratJul 29, 2022
July 27th, 2022 | Ben Schwanke for House 40A
This week Jamar and AK are joined by guest Ben Schwanke who is running for state house in disctirct 40A. Jamar, AK, and Dennis discuss the news that CNN released a new poll showing that 75% of Democrats don't want President Biden to run for re-election.
To learn more about Ben visit:
https://schwankeforhouse.com
https://facebook.com/schwankeforhouse
July 13th, 2022 | Chief of Police (Ret.) Todd Axtell
This week Jamar and AK are joined by guest Todd Axtell. Todd recently retired as the city of St. Paul's Chief of Police. We talk all things law enforcement. Jamar and AK also discuss the lack of law enforcement in Minneapolis homeless encampments
Stay connected with Todd by visiting his website
https://www.theaxtellgroup.com
Sponsors:
Dennis Smith Law Office - Smithlawmn.com
Weber Mart convenience store
June 30th, 2022 | Tad Jude for Hennepin County Attorney
This week we are joined by candidate for Hennepin County Attorney, Tad Jude. Tad is a former state representative, state senator, county commissioner, and district judge.
Jamar and AK discuss and debate the United States Supreme Court ruling that returned abortion back to the states. Was this the right move? Are we becoming a real-life Gilead?
Sponsors-
Dennis Smith Law Office
Visit: smithlawmn.com
Email: dennis@smithlawmn.com
Weber Mart Convenience Store
June 22nd, 2022 | AK and Jamar Topics Show! Is the January 6th Committe Meant to find the truth or is it a Trump Witchunt?
This week Jamar and AK discuss and debate the latest news coming out of the January 6th Select Committee hearings. They also discuss the threat of pro-abortion supporters rioting if Roe is overturned. Also the Minnesota Supreme ruled that Minneapolis must employ a minimum of 721 police officers.
Sponsors-
Dennis Smith Law Office
Weber Mart convenience store
June 15th, 2022 | Hollies Winston
This week our guest this week is Brooklyn Park Mayoral candidate, Hollies Winston. Jamar and AK discuss the latest approval rating for President Biden and the decision by the Grand Rapids Michigan DA to charge the officer that shot and killed Patrick Lyoya.
Sponsors -
Dennis Smith Law Office
Weber Mart convenience store
June 8th, 2022 | Don Samuels for Congress
We are back ladies and gentlemen. This week our guest is Don Samuels. He is challenging squad member Ilhan Omar in the Democrat primary for Minnesota's 5th Congressional District. Jamar and AK are discussing the latest on gun control legislation, the shocking recall of progressive San Francisco DA Chesa Boudin, and the latest in Minneapolis homicide count.
May 4th, 2022 | Overturning Roe v. Wade
This week, Jamar and AK are discussing the news that broke that the US Supreme Court will most likely overturn Roe V. Wade, Gov. Walz signing a bill that will pay frontline workers, and the announcement that US District Attorney Andrew Luger will step in to help crackdown on violent crime in MN
Sponsors:
TakeCharge MN
Weber Mart convenience store
April 27th, 2022 | Martha Holton Dimick
Our guest this week is former Judge Martha Holton Dimick. She is running for Hennepin County Attorney. Jamar and AK discuss; Elon Musk buying Twitter, a group of Black educators suing the Minneapolis Teacher's Union, and the new report on the Minneapolis Police Department that details a history and current practice of racial discrimination.
April 20th, 2022 | Millennial Spike Lee
This week we are joined by Millennial Spike Lee. He is a TikTok creator and a business owner. Co-hosts Jamar and AK Kamara discuss a poll that was released that shows Black Americans believe race is the most important part of their identity.
To learn more about Millenial Spike visit: https://linktr.ee/AWAIC
Follow Spike on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@millenialspikelee
Follow Spike on Instagram:
https://instagram.com/millennialspikelee
Subscribe to Spike's YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/AWAIC
Connect with us via TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube by visiting https://linktr.ee/brbd
Sponsors-
TakeCharge MN
Visit https://iamavictor.com
Weber Mart convenience store
April 13th, 2022 | Cicely Davis for Congress
Our guest this week is Republican endorsed MN-05 Congressional candidate Cicely Davis. Her goal is to retire "squad" member, Rep. Ilhan Omar. Co-hosts Jamar and AK debate about Biden's 38% approval rating and it's impact on the midterms.
Sponsors this week:
TakeCharge MN
WeberMart
April 6th, 2022 | AK and Jamar 2 Week Catch Up Show
Jamar and AK discuss the NFL's update to the Rooney Rule, the slap heard around the world, Colorado's new abortion rights law, and the decision to not charge the Minneapolis police officer's that shot and killed Amir Locke.
Mar. 23rd, 2022 | Dennis Smith for Attorney General of Minnesota
We are joined by Dennis Smith. A former Minnesota state representative that is running to unseat Keith Ellison for Attorney General of Minnesota. Jamar and AK discuss the US Senate confirmation hearings of Ketanji Brown Jackson.
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Mar. 16th, 2022 | Jai Hanson for Sheriff
Friend of the show, Jai Hanson, makes his 2nd appearance on the show. He is running for Sheriff of Hennepin County. We discuss his views on why he is running and what he sees as a failures of leadership within the current Sheriff's office and with the Minneapolis Police Department that have led to these institutions losing the trust of the communities they serve.
Mar. 9th, 2022 | Kendall Qualls for Governor
This week we are joined by Kendall Qualls to discuss his run for Minnesota Governor. We discuss his views on CRT, systemic racism, and his view of the American Dream. AK and Jamar argue over the recent Minneapolis Teacher's strike and it's impact on students. The also argue over the Florida legislature voting to pass HB1557 - The Parental Rights in Education Act. Which Democrats have dubbed the "Don't Say Gay" bill and AK has dubbed the "Don't Say Gay or Straight" bill.
Mar. 2nd, 2022 | Royce White for Congress
We are joined by former NBA player and St. Paul Minnesota native Royce White. He recently announced his run MN-05 Congressional District which is currently held by Rep. Illhan Omar. Royce is running as a Republican. Co-hosts Jamar and AK argue over President Biden's State of the Union. Jamar and Royce argue about what Republicans can do and have done for the black community. Royce lays out his argument that the Federal Reserve is the root cause for many of the United States problems. Things get spicy between co-host Jamar and Royce.
02/16/2022 | Brian Peters, Exec. Dir, MPPOA
AK and Jamar are joined by former police commander and current executive director of the Minnesota Police and Peace Officer's Association (MPPOA), Brian Peters. We discuss the use of no-knock warrants, policing, and legal defense funds for officers being charged with crimes.
Feb. 9th 2022 | Darryl Finkton Jr. with End Poverty Make Trillions
This week co-hosts Jamar and AK Kamara discuss the tragic killing of #amirlocke. We are joined by guest Darryl Finton Jr. founder of End Poverty. Make Trillions. to talk about his movement to end poverty in the United States.
To learn more about his movement visit: https://endpovertymaketrillions.com
Follow him on TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@endpovertymaketrillions
Subscribe to his YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/EndPovertyMakeTrillions
Feb. 2nd, 2021 | 4 Black Men Let's Argue
This week co-hosts Jamar and AK Kamara are joined by guests Prince and Ced from the radio and podcast show The Morning Show- Let’s Argue w/ Prince Carlton on KRSM 98.9 We talk about the Brian Flores story, FBA's vs. Africans in America, and "The Talk"
Jan. 26th, 2022 | Joseph Banks, Hennepin County Sheriff Candidate
Joseph Banks for Hennepin County Sheriff is this weeks guest. He is running for #hennepin county #sheriff
AK Kamara and Jamar talk about Justice Stephen Breyer retirement non-announcement announcement and they also discuss the drunk driving controversy around #SheriffHutch
Connect with us via TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube by visiting http://linktr.ee/brbd
Sponsors-
Just Imagine & Weber Mart
Jan. 19th, 2022 | Freedom to Vote Bill and the Vaxx Caucus
Jamar and AK Kamara debate the Democrat Freedom to Vote bill and the Republican opposition. They also debate the move by the Douglas County DFL party announcing they are requiring proof of vaccination and wearing a mask to participate in the caucus election system.
Jan. 12th, 2021 | Mary Moriarty for Hennepin Co. Attorney | Vaccine Mandates hit Minneapolis and St. Paul
Jamar and AK Kamara speak with Hennepin County Attorney candidate Mary Moriarty about her views on the role and duties a County Prosecutor should have. Jamar and AK also argue about the newly announced vaccine mandates and their impact on black, brown, and indigenous Minnesotans.
Jan. 5th, 2022 | January 6th Anniversary, Masks, and Vaccine Mandates
AK Kamara and Jamar debate and discuss the anniversary of the Jan. 6th riot/insurrection. They also discuss the narrative change on mandates and masks with #stpaul and #minneapolis reinstating mask mandates.
To connect with our other socials or to contribute to our show visit http://linktr.ee/brbd
Sponsor-
Just Imagine
WeberMart
Dec. 15th, 2021 | Kim Potter Trial, Bidenflation, and the 2024 Presidential Sweepstakes
AK Kamara (R) and Jamar (D) talk about the trial of former police officer #KimPotter where she is being charged with manslaughter in the death of #DaunteWright We also talk about #Bidenflation and a recent poll that shows only 60% of #Democrats want President Joe Biden to seek re-election and 67% of #Republicans want President Donald Trump to seek re-election
Dec. 8th, 2021 | Richard Painter
Our guest this week is Richard Painter. Richard is a law professor at the University of Minnesota. He previously ran for US Senate in 2018 and served in the George W Bush administration as the Chief white house ethics lawyer.
Nov. 24th, 2021 | Jai Hanson for Hennepin County Sheriff
Jai Hanson For Hennepin County Sheriff joins the show as this weeks guest to chat about the role of Sheriffs, policing, and why he is running. AK Kamara and Jamar discuss the verdict of the #ahmaudarbery trial.
Nov. 17th, 2021 | Dr. Neil Shah Governor Candidate
Dr. Neil Shah, Republican Governor candidate joins the show to discuss his candidacy for MN Governor. AK Kamara (R) and Jamar (D) debate Rittenhouse trial and identity politics.
Nov. 11th, 2021 | Crossover Episode with Meet the Shu
This week Jamar and AK do a crossover episode with Neana and Shade from the podcast Meet the Shu to discuss prison and criminal justice issues. Also guest David Frazier joins the show. He is the owner of Just Imagine, a clothing store located in St. Paul to talk about black small business ownership.
Nov. 3rd, 2021 | State Rep. John Thompson
Co-Hosts AK (R) and Jamar (D) are joined by guest MN State Representative (67A) John Thompson to discuss the last 12 chaotic months of his freshman term as state representative. AK and Jamar discuss the Minneapolis 2021 elections for city council and ballot question 2 which was defeated.
Oct. 27th, 2021 | Sen. Michelle Benson: Candidate for MN Governor
Jamar (D) and AK Kamara (R) sit down with guest State Senator Michelle Benson to discuss her run for Governor of Minnesota. We also discuss Kyle Rittenhouse, Covid-19, School vouchers, and the Minneapolis ballot amendment.
Oct. 20th 2021 | Guest Cicely Davis
Co-Hosts AK (R) and Jamar (D) discuss the passing of General Colin Powell. Cicely Davis is challenging Ilhan Omar for Congress. Cicely is the Republican Congressional candidate for MN CD-5 and our guest. We discuss her candidacy and run against #squad member in a deep blue district.
Oct. 13th 2021 | Minneapolis Mayoral Candidate Clint Conners
Jamar and AK discuss the state of Minneapolis and the power of the mayor with candidate Clint Conners.
Oct. 6th, 2021 | Kim Klacik
Guest Kim Klacik joins the show! Kim Klacik is the founder of Red Renaissance. She also is the former Republican candidate for Maryland's 7th Congressional District. AK (R) and Jamar (D) discuss what Kim is up to now and her experience running for office.
Sept. 29, 2021 | Minneapolis Update and Origin Story
Co-hosts Jamar (D) and AK (R) discuss the Minneapolis ballot measure to defund and replace the Minneapolis Police Department with an undefined "Public Safety Department".
Both AK and Jamar give a brief overview of how they became a Republican and a Democrat.
Sept. 22, 2021 | Guest - Senator Paul Gazelka (R) MN Gov. Candidate
Senator Paul Gazelka (R) is this week's guest. Paul is State Senator representing Senate District 9. He was the Senate Majority leader from 2018 to 2021. He stepped down to run for Governor. Co-Hosts Jamar (D) and AK (R) argue about racial profiling and ask Senator Gazelka about his candidacy for Governor.
Ivory Hecker Joins the Show
AK (R) and Jamar (D) discuss Minneapolis potentially surpassing the 1995 homicide record that gave the infamous nickname "Murder-Apolis".
Independent journalist Ivory Hecker joins the show to talk about her experiences battling with corporate news media censorship that led to hear leaving the corporate news and going independent.
MNGOP Chair Candidate Jim Newberger Joins the Show
Jim Newberger joins the show to talk about his candidacy.
AK and Jamar talk about another tragic and senseless killing where a child is shot and killed in Minneapolis.
AK and Jamar argue about Ramsey County Attorney John Choi announcement radical reforms on which crimes his office will no longer prosecute.
Minnesota Governor candidate Dr. Scott Jensen joins the show!
AK (R) and Jamar (D) discuss Jennifer Carnahan's resignation, Afghanistan withdrawl, Covid19, and Texas Abortion bill. Our guest this week is Dr. Scott Jensen. He is a former state Senator that is running for Governor of Minnesota.
How One Vote Decided an Election
AK (R) and Jamar (D) discuss the Brooklyn Park Mayoral race that was decided by 1 vote. They give their opinions on Governor Cuomo resigning. Lastly they discuss Governor DeSantis' ban on mask mandates
Vaccine Mandates
Guests Maj Toure and Daniel Ward Join the Show!
Guest Isaac Russell Joins The Show
Racial Profiling
Guest Alexander Buster Deputie joins the show
Guest Mary Moriarty and Former Congressional Candidate Lacy Johnson join the show
Guests Elijah Norris-Holiday and Nate Atkins join the show!
Talking Critical Race Theory and the Minneapolis Protests
Jamar Nelson (D) and AK Kamara (R) discuss CRT and crash that left one protester dead in MPLS
Black Wallstreet
Jamar Nelson (D) and AK Kamara (R) discuss the 100 year anniversary of the Tulsa Massacre
City Council candidate Teqen Zea-Aida of the 7th Ward
Jamar Nelson (D), AK Kamara (R), and Jon Martin (R) discuss recent shootings in Minneapolis. Minneapolis City Council candidate Teqen Zea-Aida for the 7th Ward joins us in studio to discuss his candidacy.
Guest Walter Hudson joins the show
Jamar Nelson (D) and AK Kamara (R) discuss the controversy around memorializing George Floyd. Guest Walter Hudson weighs in on the discussion
Derek Chauvin Verdict and the shooting of Daunte Wright
Jamar Nelson (D), Jon Martin (R), and AK Kamara (R) react and discuss the verdict of Derek Chauvin and react to the news of the shooting of Daunte Wright.