This Is Karen Hunter
Some things just shouldn't be discussed on the radio. "This is my space to explore those topics." SiriusXM host, bestselling author and professor goes deep into everything from race to religion.
Gerald Moore talks about how he checked the box on every negative statistic as a young man and how he wasn't supposed to succeed. But he did. And he is using his blueprint to make sure other young Black men do the same.
Dr. Greg Carr (@AfricanaCarr on Twitter) talks about the power struggles Haiti is having and what we can learn from the Haitian Revolution. The entry point will be honoring the ancestor Yaphet Kotto.
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy.
Karen talks with climate justice activist and professor, J. Mijin Cha (https://twitter.com/jmijincha) about the weird weather we're having and how we can make it stop and environmental racism. #ClimateControl #JMijinCha #WellnessWednesday
Dr. Greg Carr (@africanacarr on Twitter) breaks down the history of monarchies and how Africans view kings and queens. Also, as promised a brief history of the Haitian Revolution and what we can learn today from that struggle for freedom.
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Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy.
Healthy, Wealthy and WISE is the goal for all who tune in...
Not sure if you can trust the vaccines, wondering if you need to wear a mask after being vaccinated? in this episode Karen and Dr. Cameron Webb answer all the questions you might have about the COVID-19 vaccines and what precautions you need to take after you've been vaccinated.
Dr. Greg Carr and Karen discuss #Coming2America, #WandaVision's hex and Dr. Carr gives a history lesson on the great Octavio Catto. There will be a Q&A from students from the largest Africana Studies class in the world.
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy.
Karen's guest Don Calloway shares the destructive lifestyle choices that led to a heart attack at 39 years old. He talks about how social drinking played a silent and deadly role in destroying his health.
Dr. Greg Carr (@AfricanaCarr on Twitter) and Karen discuss the new Billie Holiday film on HULU and the “Amend” documentary on #Netflix. They also announce the launch of #Knarrative (www.knarrative.com) take questions from class members. #InClasswithCarr #BlackHistoryMonth #Amend #BillieHoliday
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy.
Karen is joined by Dr. Sadhana Jackson, a board-certified pediatrician, pediatric hematologist/oncologist and Cancer survivor. To discuss her personal journey and the good health practices that we need to develop in our lives.
Dr. Greg Carr and Karen will engage in a conversation about PBS's The Black Church through the lens of African history. They will also discuss Stevie Wonder's decision to move to Ghana. And Coca-Cola had an anti-white training session with employees. What does that mean?
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy.
Karen speaks with Tim Fielder, illustrator, concept designer, cartoonist and animator about his lifelong love of Visual Afrofutuism. Tim discusses his new book Infinitum: An Afrofuturist Tale.
Dr. Greg Carr and Karen Hunter discuss "Judas and the Black Messiah" and the legacy of Fred Hampton. Also, there is a discussion on the difference between revolution and reform.
Samuel Reynolds, founder of www.unlockastrology.com, discuss the very vibrant and complicated Sagittarius with Karen, whose father was a Sag. A lot of brilliant comedians have been Sagittarius from Redd Foxx to Jamie Foxx, from Richard Pryor to Sam Kinison. Sag just wants to be free. They are magnanimous. #WhatsYourSign #UnlockingAstrology #Sagittarius #SamReynolds
Karen is joined by Dr. Robin, a licensed Psychologist and ordained minister with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. the two discuss the capacity for America to heal and what may come next if America is not ready to overcome its arrogance.
Dr. Greg Carr (@AfricanaCarr on Twitter) breaks down the origins and importance of Black History Month with a reading from the works of Lerone Bennett Jr. There is Q&A from the audience, Stew from Augusta, Ga., by way of South Carolina and 19-year-old Kaleb from Chicago add major nuggets to the discussion. #CarterGWoodson #BlackHistoryMonth #MichaelDavis #LeroneBennett #InClasswithCarr
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy. #Astrology #WhatsYourSign #Leo #SamReynolds #UnlockAstrology #KarenHunter
Teri Ijeoma, founder of Trade and Travel ( @Trade And Travel ), talks about her progress thus far in the push to make $450,000 through trading by Black History Month (Spoiler Alert: She hit the goal!)
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Dr. Greg Carr will honor Cicely Tyson as well as John Chaney and we will pick up on the homework from the 1776 Commission. There will also be a live Q&A with Jean Baylor from the Baylor Project and Zhane (@Jean Baylor), who discussed her time at Temple and asked a question about Haiti and spirituality and Darrel Blake, a professor from London (@Darrel_Blake on Twitter), who took us on a journey into London, Caribbean/Black history. #CicelyTyson #Ancestors #JohnChaney #InClasswithCarr
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy. #Astrology #WhatsYourSign #Leo #SamReynolds #UnlockAstrology #KarenHunter
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy. #Astrology #WhatsYourSign #Leo #SamReynolds #UnlockAstrology #KarenHunter
Dr. Greg Carr delivers a tribute to Henry "Hammerin Hank" Aaron, who died Jan. 22, 2021 at the age of 86. There will also be a discussion about the attempt to rewrite history with the 1776 Commission and why it's important we re-member who we are. Plus, a question from Lee about the bondage of religion is answered.
Karen sits with actress, Jackee Harry, The 227 and Sister, Sister star talk about joining the cast of Days of our Lives and what she would be doing if she weren't an actress.
Karen speaks with Tatyana Ali, best known for her role as Ashley Banks on the NBC sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Tatyana talks about like after the hit sitcom, her new project: The Reasons and working with the Legendary Louise Gossett Jr.
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy. #Astrology #WhatsYourSign #Leo #SamReynolds #UnlockAstrology #KarenHunter
Dr. Greg Carr (@AfricanaCarr on Twitter) breaks down the myth, the legend and the truth of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the lessons we can glean from his life and death. Also, there will be a brief and interconnected discussion about "One Night in Miami."
Karen takes a moment to remember the ancestors. To lift up the lives and contributions that were made by those we lost in 2020.
Louis Gossett Jr. dropped in to talk about his latest project "Reasons" and gets emotional as he talks about the state of the world and the hope instilled in him by his grandmother. He leaves a powerful message.
From our June 7, In Class with Carr, Dr. Greg Carr breaks down the history of protest in America and how this generation must learn the lessons of the past. But also, he talks about how this movement is different. #MarchonWashington #Movement #InClasswithCarr #KarenHunter
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy. #Gemini #Astrology #WhatsYourSign #SamReynolds #UnlockAstrology #KarenHunter
In this live episode, Dr. Greg Carr will take us through the legal and historic ramification of the Insurrection of Jan. 6, 2021 and what it says about America. Will there be an impeachment? Will there be more riots and terrorism? Dr. Carr answers these questions and takes us back to the Reconstruction Era for the clues. The Q&A features Zac, a 26 year-old teacher in ATL and Michael, an artist/historian from Raleigh/Durham, NC.
Actress, director and producer, Katheryn Winnick. Best known for her powerful role in Vikings is back in a new role on ABC's the Big Sky. Karen and Katheryn discuss acting, directing and why she's so passionate about women being strong and able to defend themselves.
Michael Rainey Jr., best known as Tariq St. Patrick on the Starz hit series Power talks about the spin-off, Power Book II: Ghost. Karen and Micheal also talk about cars, racism and how he was discovered.
Actor Marcel Spears, best-known for his role as Marty Butler in the popular CBS sitcom The Neighborhood talks with Karen about growing up the son of a preacher and his years as a starving artist.
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy.
Historian John Hope Franklin was born on January 2, 1915 in Oklahoma, his family were survivors of the Tulsa Massacre that leveled Black Wall Street. This discussion is about the preservation of legacy and the power of people like John Hope Franklin.
Happy Kwanzaa! Umoja. Unity. On this first day of Kwanzaa, Dr. Greg Carr (@AfricanaCarr on Twitter) breaks down the history of the holiday as well as a deeper dive into the winter solstice. We are joined by surprise guest, Michael Harriot (@MichaelHarriot on Twitter), from TheRoot.com who shares some personal history of his his family who were in bondage. And we finish with questions from Brasil to Columbus, Ohio., Houston, Texas to Moorestown, NJ.
Brandon Brooks, venture capitalist moved into a nice neighborhood. One day one of his neighbors asked, "What do you do for a living, sell drugs?" It's an encounter that happens far too frequently when Black people with money move into so-called white neighborhoods. Brandon is in the business of helping people fulfill their dreams. He is a venture capitalist. And this is his story.
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy. #Astrology #WhatsYourSign #SamReynolds #UnlockAstrology #KarenHunter
Folake Olowofoyeku (star of "Bob Heart Abishola") talks about how she got the groundbreaking role on CBS. She also talks about how she is representing being Nigerian. #BobHeartsAbishola #BlackPanther #KarenHunterShow
Lyn Sisson-Talbert, producer and creator of "Jingle Jangle" on Netflix discusses with Karen and Drew McCaskill (@DrewMcCaskill on Twitter) her vision for making this not just a one-off, but a classic that will have multiple properties from the inception. #JingleJangle #LynTalbert #Holiday #KarenHunterShow
Latosha Brown, master organizer and founder of Black Voters Matter, talks about how she got involved with getting people to register and then vote and how the vote is just one tool in building power. She keeps her eye on the prize! #LatoshaBrown #BlackVotersMatter #Selma #KarenHunterShow
Shelly Bell, CEO of Black Girl Ventures, talks with Karen and Drew McCaskill (@DrewMcCaskill on Twitter) about entrepreneurial journey...everything from starting a business after being laid off to renting a teepee in her home. #ThriveThursday #BlackGirlVentures #AirBNB #ShellyBell #KarenHunterShow
When does American history begin? On his way out of the door, Donald Trump is pushing through a 1776 Commission to counter the 1619 narrative. Dr. Greg Carr, head of Africana Studies at Howard University, discusses how we should learn and understand history. He and Karen also spend some time on Ma Rainey, Stephen Biko and the inclusion of the Negro League stats into Major League Baseball. There is LIVE Q&A with viewers after class.
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy. #Astrology #WhatsYourSign #SamReynolds #UnlockAstrology #KarenHunter
Boris Kodjoe, talks about filming ABC's "Station 19" during the pandemic. He also talks about the importance of Black people being citizens of the world and traveling to the Motherland.
Dr. Imani Perry, American interdisciplinary scholar of race, law, literature and African-American culture and currently the Hughes-Rogers Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University, talks with Karen and Lurie Daniel Favors about the vaccine rollout and the entry point to educating about our history.
Afua Richardson, the real-life artist featured in HBO's Lovecraft Country, talks about her new project featuring Black mermaids.
Dr. Greg Carr discusses the latest Supreme Court ruling in the challenge to the 2020 election by Donald Trump and how this plays out against history. Dr. Carr will pay tribute to a couple of ancestors who recently made transition. Also, a brief discussion of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology discusses the "ages" within astrology and what they mean. And who is the prince of the air? And how Black people believe more in astrology than any other group. #Astrology #WhatsYourSign #SamReynolds #UnlockAstrology #KarenHunter
Rich Benoit became famous on YouTube rebuilding Teslas. Today he is rebuilding all kinds of cars. He discusses with Karen, Lamont King his love of automobiles. #RichBenoit #Tesla #KarenHunter
Karen speaks with Actress, Simone Missick, star of the CBS legal Drama All Rise. The two have a candid discussion about Missick's career, diversity and inclusion in Hollywood and money.
Erica Buddington, educator, entrepreneur, spoken word artist, talks about how she is reimagining education through her Langston League. Learn why Erica is on a mission to curate a culturally relevant curriculum that defies and decolonizes the status quo.
Dr. Chris T. Pernell, board certified preventive medicine and public health specialist and social change agent, decided to join the Moderna vaccine trial after her father died from COVID-19. She takes us through what happens in the trial and why she is confident in the vaccine. #Vaccine #Moderna #ChrisTPernell #WellnessWednesday
From Alpha Phi Alpha to Omega Psi Phi, from the AKAs to the Deltas, how did the Divine 9 start and why are they important. Also, Dr. Greg Carr (head of Africana Studies at Howard University) will talk about Rosa Parks and Claudette Colvin and the murder of Fred Hampton.
Samuel Reynolds, founder of UnlockAstrology breaks down the methods and history of astrology from the ancients (Africans) to the Greek to the Indians. He also talks about why it matters when and where you were born and he also talks about the difference between astrology and astronomy. #Astrology #WhatsYourSign #SamReynolds #UnlockAstrology #KarenHunter
Dr. Kami Anderson, founder of Bilingual Brown Babies talks about the benefits of learning a second language as an adult, what it take to learn and why we shouldn't be too hard on ourselves when we're just starting out. This is the first in a series of Spanish lessons she will be teaching to Karen's audience. #Bilingual #Spanish #KamiAnderson
Former NBA stars, Quentin Richardson and Darius Miles, talk about everything from the money they made and lost during their playing days to finding success in a new arena...podcasting. #Knuckleheads. #DariusMiles #QuentinRichardson #KarenHunter
Kristi Nelson, executive director of "A Network for Grateful Living," explains what it means to truly live gratefully, every day. Nelson was diagnosed with cancer and given less than three years to live. That was more than 25 years ago and she explains how she learned to be grateful for every single day. #Gratitude #KristiNelson #WellnessWednesday #KarenHunter
Dr. Greg Carr (head of Africana Studies at Howard University) and Karen talk about Dave Chappelle's latest, "Unforgiven" and a breakdown of "White Friday" and how we should be viewing #Thanksgiving. Dr. Carr also drops some breadcrumbs about Anna Hedgeman, who he will do a deeper dive on in coming weeks.
Karen starts a series on astrology with master astrologer, Samuel Reynolds. to discuss how we might all, unlock our full potential. In this episode, Reynolds talks about how he started as a Baptist minister and a skeptic. Today he is a believer: "I gained great clarity and a better master plan for my life when I came to fully understand astrology and especially my own personal astrology," said Reynolds.
#Astrology #WhatsYourSign #UnlockAstrology #SamuelReynolds #KarenHunter
Dr. Greg Carr and Karen discuss some of what's happening now from music (#Verzuz with #Jeezy and #GucciMane) to how we can learn from the past from conduction to a deeper dive into the March on Washington Plan (from the 1940s and the 1960s). And stay to the end for a FIRE LIVE Q&A with viewers.
Teri Ijeoma, founder of Trade and Travel ( @Trade And Travel ), talks about her progress thus far in the push to make $450,000 through trading by February 2021. #InvestwithTeri #TradeandTravel #TeriIjeoma #TheHubNews
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Take Teri's course, Trade and Travel: https://tinyurl.com/y6ry7ryb
Advanced Course: https://tinyurl.com/yyroa2pf
Rosa Alicia Clemente, an American community organizer, independent journalist and activist talks organizing and what it means to be Latinx and why we must come together to get real gains for focused power. #RosaClemente #Activism #BlackPower
Christian artist Lecrae talks with Karen about "evangelicals" and Christianity and also the current racial climate in America. #Lecrae #MAGA #KarenHunter
Former NBA Champ, Chris Bosh talks about basketball, money and Kobe with Karen and Lamont King.
Teri Ijeoma, founder of Trade and Travel ( @Trade And Travel ), takes us through a live trade, showing how to place limits and stops to protect against massive losses. #InvestwithTeri #TradeandTravel #TeriIjeoma #TheHubNews
Follow Teri: @ImanInvestor on IG.
Take Teri's course, Trade and Travel: https://tinyurl.com/y6ry7ryb
Advanced Course: https://tinyurl.com/yyroa2pf
Dr. Ian K. Smith, host of The Doctors, gives a really simple solution to ending the pandemic: Lock down! Or, he says, we can wait for two-thirds of the population to take a viable vaccine. He also talks with Karen and Lurie Daniel Favors about the magic of writing and about his latest novel, Unspoken. #WellnessWednesday #DrIanSmith #Pandemic #Unspoken
Psychologist Dr. Jamila Codrington talks with Lurie Daniel Favors (@AfroStateofMind on Twitter) and Karen about therapy and reclaiming our memories. #JamilaCodrington #AfroStateofMind #WellnessWednesday #KarenHunterShow
From the first march on Washington to today, Dr. Greg Carr will explore how it worked and what we can learn from those who came before. #MLK #MalcolmX #MarchonWashington #AnnaHedgman #MarcusGarvey #InClass #GregCarr. (Thank you, Kev from Kansas City, MO, Tasha from Fort Wayne, IN, and Barry from Omaha, Neb. for being the first to join us in the Q&A).
Oscar and Grammy-winning artist, Common, talks about everything from the elections to his relationship with Tiffany Haddish.
Once upon Black people organized and set agendas and had a strategy for empowerment. And they kept organizing. Prof. P. Gabrielle Foreman, director of "The Colored Conventions Project," discusses this history with Karen and Drew McCaskill.
Journalist Michael Harriot talks with Karen and Dr. Greg Carr about his journey into learning. The three also talk about the state of our union in the wake of the recent elections. #MichaelHarriot #GregCarr #KarenHunter #Education
Dr. Greg Carr, head of the Africana Studies Department at Howard University, talks with Karen about the Insurrection of 1898, when they staged a coup and took over the Black town of Wilmington, NC. It started November 10, 1898. #InClasswithCarr #Insurrectionof1898 #KarenHunter
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Dr. Greg Carr, head of the Africana Studies Department at Howard University puts a historical spin on the current election of Joe Biden/Kamala Harris and he discusses what we must do next. Dr. Carr shares lessons from #FannieLouHamer and #EllaBaker and talks strategy and plotting in the wake of what Stacey Abrams accomplished in Georgia. #BidenHarris #StaceyAbrams #InClasswithCarr #GregCarr #KarenHunter
From a 2019 interview from our 5th Anniversary on the air (Oct. 6), Comedian Aries Spears talks about his struggles and how he's coping (this was BC , Before Covid) and provides some comic relief for the rest of us.
Teri Ijeoma, founder of Trade and Travel, had a small loss Week 4 of The Hub News Challenge, a big gain Week 5 and now she's taking a pause in the midst of the elections for the next couple of week...even going on vacation. #InvestwithTeri #TradeandTravel #TeriIjeoma #TheHubNews
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Take Teri's course, Trade and Travel: https://tinyurl.com/y6ry7ryb
Advanced Course: https://tinyurl.com/yyroa2pf
Michael Harriot, senior editor from TheRoot.com, gives a history lesson that weaves slavery and an all-black town, Boley, OK which was actually the first Black Wall Street. (This is a Best of...and a reminder)
In Class with Dr. Greg Carr, head of Africana Studies at Howard University, will explore the power of the pause and the importance of taking a break. Today's class will be for the young ones (and young at heart) as Dr. Carr and Karen will discuss everything from comic books to Sean Connery and James Bond. #SeanConnery #BlackPanther #Marvel #HarrietTubmanDemonSlayer #DavidCrownson
The legendary Nikki Giovanni, American poet, writer, commentator, activist and educator discusses everything from the current racial climate to the relationship between Black men and Black women to her "living" with cancer for a decade. She also reads from her latest work, Make Me Rain.
Comedian, actor, Michael Colyar talks about overcoming drug addiction and now living his best life.
Karen sits with singer, actress, Ledisi
Emmy-award winning artist, Jharrel Jerome, talks about what he learned working with #AvaDuvernay on "When They See Us" and his latest project, "Concrete Cowboy" and the importance of seeing Black people riding horses and doing "normal" things and being "regular" people. He also talks about how he is educating himself on the current climate so that he can gain understanding. Karen and Lamont King (@Lamont King) marveled at his maturity and wisdom at only 22. #WhenTheySeeUs #ConcreteCowboys #JharrelJerome #KarenHunter
Karen and Lurie Daniel Favors respond to Jemele Hill's Twitter claim that "Black men just want better access to patriarchy" and why this is not the time for nor place for such a discussion.
In this class, Dr. Greg Carr, head of Africana Studies at Howard University, and Karen discuss the power of speaking with fertilized words as well as what's happening with SARS in Nigerian and Dr. Carr gives a brief history of the great Queen Nzingha. #ADOS, #Reparations #InClass #GregCarr #KarenHunter
Dr. Greg Carr (@AfricanaCarr on Twitter) breaks down strategy vs. tactics and how the latest moves by Ice Cube, Puffy and Kanye are nothing new. He gives a history lesson on celebrities who used their platforms in the past to empower Black people...from Paul Robeson to Eartha Kitt to Josephine Baker. #InClass #GregCarr #KarenHunter #IceCube #PDiddy #PaulRobeson
Dr. Edward E. Baptist and Dr. Hassan Jeffries are working together to reclaim stories around the runaway enslaved. This is the work that Bill Perkins is using to create the narratives. #FreedomontheMove
Karen talks with Bill Perkins, author of "Die with Zero" talks about the tech he is using to track the notifications of runaway enslaved, a project to tell the stories of those who gained their freedom.
From the projects to master investor, entrepreneur and money maven Ayesha Selden is our guest on this episode. Selden talks about when she realized she was a millionaire and what changed in her life and she drops practical gems.
Teri Ijeoma, founder of Trade and Travel, had a small loss Week 4 of The Hub News Challenge. She is still ahead of schedule. Teri discusses earnings reports and how the #Election will impact stock trading over the next couple of weeks. #InvestwithTeri #TradeandTravel #TeriIjeoma #TheHubNews
Follow Teri: @ImanInvestor on IG.
Take Teri's course, Trade and Travel: https://tinyurl.com/y6ry7ryb
Advanced Course: https://tinyurl.com/yyroa2pf
Teri Ijeoma, founder of Trade and Travel, breaks down her Week 3 progress with Karen. She discusses what she traded and the philosophy behind the trades. And she gives some lessons on how to approach the current market. #TradeandTravel #TeriIjeoma #TheHubNews. Follow Teri at: @ImanInvestor on IG. And join hermaster class.
Kenya Armbrister, a black woman, has signed up for the Mars One, a mission to create a settlement on the planet Mars. It is a one-way ticket and she has made it to one of the final rounds. Perhaps she's on to something. This is an interview she did with Karen three years ago.
More than 50 years ago, James Baldwin predicted the fall of America. He said it won't happen because of the wicked, but it will be the spineless that destroys America. Karen talks about the cowards and the bullies that are leading our nation...from the police to the person who currently sits in highest office in the land.
Who do you believe? Who do you follow? Karen breaks down how spot false prophets and how we should put everyone through the test.
Dr. Greg Carr and Karen discuss the domestic terrorism that threatened the life of Michigan Gov. Whitmer and delves into the history of domestic terrorism and African colonization. #InClass #GregCarr #Militia #KarenHunter #TheHubNews
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The Book List:
“Loaded” by Roxanne Dunbar Ortiz: https://tinyurl.com/y6jsaa2t
“Carlisle Indian Industrial School”: https://tinyurl.com/y2peuwbm
“Tell Them We Are Rising” by Wright-Hayre: https://tinyurl.com/y68atd33
“Murder at Montpelier” by Douglas Chambers: https://tinyurl.com/y4fp3o7q
“JFK: Ordeal in Africa” by Richard Mahoney: https://tinyurl.com/y5vsraob
“Superman Smashes the Klan” by Luen Yang: https://tinyurl.com/y6jsaa2t
“Kiss the Sky” by Dusty Baker: https://tinyurl.com/y3rcy4k5
Teri Ijeoma, founder of Trade and Travel, breaks down her 2nd week of progress with Karen. She discusses why, she had to tune-out the nay sayers for another successful week. She also talks about how to trade defensively during uncertain political times. #TradeandTravel #TeriIjeoma #TheHubNews. Follow Teri at: @ImanInvestor on IG. And join her master class.
In this LIVE session (every first Saturday of the month at noon ET) with Dr. Greg Carr, head of Africana Studies at Howard University, Karen and Gr. Carr discuss everything from Discussed: Trump's COVID diagnosis, a tribute to the late, great Bob Gibson and a breakdown to the Haitian Revolution. They also answered questions from the audience. #BobGibson #HaitianRevolution #ToussaintLouvertoure #GregCarr
This is the first interview Karen had with Dr. Greg Carr. These discussions would eventually evolve into what is known as #InClass with Dr. Carr on Saturdays at noon on YouTube. In this first interview we talked about education in America. #TheHubNews
Karen shares her insights on Ep. 7, "I Am!" from Lovecraft Country on HBO.
Teri Ijeoma, founder of Trade and Travel, breaks down her Week 1 progress with Karen. She discusses what she traded and the philosophy behind the trades. And she gave some lessons on how to do it yourself. #TradeandTravel #TeriIjeoma #TheHubNews. Follow Teri at: @ImanInvestor on IG. And join her master class.
Dr. Greg Carr discusses what might come next regarding the law. He and Karen also discuss the arrest of two lawyers, Clinford Mattis and Urooj Rahman, who are facing life in prison for unlawfully protesting. Also, he breaks down the meaning of loyalty. #InClasswithCarr #KarenHunter #Cointelpro #BlackPowerBlackLawyer #AlbertWoodfox
Dr. Greg Carr, chair of the Africana Studies Dept. at Howard University, commemorates the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg (#TheNotoriousRGB) with a breakdown of the importance of judges. He highlights a few of her pivotal decisions and he and Karen discuss what might happen next and also if an exit strategy is needed. #InClasswithCarr #RuthBaderGinsberg #SCOTUS #VOTE
Dr. Stacey Patton, author of Spare the Kids, breaks down why spanking and beating children is harmful. She also teaches why it's not Black culture but rather a holdover from slavery and slaver torture and brutality.
Mikaila Ulmer, who has been in business since age 4, talks about the evolution of "Me and the Bees" and her new book, Bee Fearless.
Jubril Agoro talks about he started his YouTube channel, Passport Heavy, and the top countries he's traveled. He also talks about the worst place he has ever traveled. Hint: It's in America and in the south.
Tongayi Chirisa, star of "Antebellum" discusses the film and also his journey from Africa to Hollywood.
Public Enemy frontman Chuck D. discusses politics and race. He also talks about the lessons learned from travel. "We are global citizens!"
Mogul Dame Dash talks about independence and being the plug. Brain controls muscle and you can be both brain and muscle. You have to be uncomfortable to be great. And LOVE is the goal.
Raphael Bostic is the first Black Federal Reserve president in the central bank’s 106-year history. The economist talks with Karen about his journey and where America's economy is headed.
Xander Schultz is using social media to create a grassroots fund dedicated to bringing political power to the community through https://defeatbytweet.org/.
Jason Wilson, author of Cry Like a Man, discusses what it means to be a man, a real man, and how he has evolved to become one. (Lurie Daniel Favors and Karen Hunter are interviewing).
From a 2019 podcast: "Where Do We Go From Here?" It is a question that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. poses in his last book before his assassination. There are some lessons to be gleaned as Karen Hunter breaks it down in this podcast.
From a 2019 podcast, Karen explains the difference between strategy and tactics and why you will need both to reach your goals. And she shares a discussion she had with Lurie Daniel Favors on her show following their interview with Mr. Andre Lee Ellis (No. 206).
Nikole Hannah Jones, Trymaine Lee and the CEO of One United Bank discuss the ground-breaking, Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times "1619 Project." This reframes the origins of America's founding, tracing it the first Blacks to arrive in the so-called New World.
In a 2019 podcast, Karen discusses the tools people use to escape and ignore the fact that one day will be our last day so how are we living our best lives?
What is your purpose? Are you living in it? Chadwick Boseman spent his 42 years...living. Dr. Greg Carr and Karen Hunter discuss existence, purpose and the legacy of Chadwick Boseman...a deep dive and a tribute.
Dr. Greg Carr takes us on a journey through faith and knowing, weaving in jazz and popular music and a brief breakdown of "Black is King" by Beyonce. He also gives a history lesson on the great Martin Delany at the end. #InClasswithCarr #God #Religion #Beyonce #WAP #MartinDelany
From the state of our education to reparations to the selection of Sen. Kamala Harris, Dr. Greg Carr, head of Africana Studies at Howard University, takes you on a journey through Blackness.
Actor and comedian Aries Spears talks sports, politics and life during COVID-19.
Morgan Jenkins, author of "Wandering in Strange Lands" shares the story of the Geechie/Gullah community and she shares her own journey to tell their story.
Dr. Phillip Atiba Goff, a psychologist known for researching the relationship between race and policing in the United States, explains racism and the level of power and destruction required to achieve it. He also breaks down prejudice and bigotry and explains why they are not interchangeable with racism.
Dr. Safiya Noble talks about the racism embedded in our technology. Noble argues that search algorithms become racist because they reflect the biases and values of the people who created them. Noble's research is backed by six years of research data and you can read about it for yourself in her book The Algorithm of Oppression.
Karen interviews legend of stage and screen, Malcolm McDowell. The two discuss Hollywood, the pandemic, Caligula, A Clockwork Orange and his latest role in The Big Ugly.
From a 2019, TedXTalk, Karen delivers a speech on the power of your vote. Her question: Are you free or are you free-ish?
Karen has been getting it right for a really long time. She predicted Trump could be the GOP nominee in 2016 and that he could win. And in this 2018 interview with Steve Adubato, she called what would be the best ticket for the Democrats in 2020.
Karen and Sway Calloway discuss the Party of Lincoln app and Trump's behavior prior to his election.
From a December 2016 interview, Karen talks about what she sees in the wake of electing Donald Trump. This is "1-on-1 with Steve Adubato."'s
Karen goes into the archives to share an interview from June 30, 2016, "One-on-One with Steve Adubato." She is being interviewed and this is before Donald Trump became president. Many of the topics and views are still relevant today.
Karen and Drew McCaskill talks with actress and activist Erika Alexander and talent agent Jaia Thomas discuss the power structure in Hollywood and what needs to happen for more Black representation and creative freedom.
Teri Ijeoma, millennial millionaire and founder of Trade and Travel and Invest with Teri, breaks down how she has hundreds of her students making a $1,000 a day investing in the stock market as part of her Million-Dollar-a-Day Challenge.
Denise Pines, founder of Tea Botanics and executive director of Pushout (about disparate treatment of Black girls in America's schools), discuss her tea that specializes in soothing menopause symptoms. #WellnessWednesday
Deforest Soaries, host of "For Your Soul" on SiriusXM and founder of the debt-free movement, DFREE, discusses the high cost of education and why we must re-evaluate school.
Where is education headed and is it worth it anymore? Karen and actress, professor and author, Anna Deavere Smith discuss higher education , incarceration and her latest book Notes From the Field.
Karen and culinary anthropologist and Top Chef, Carla Hall, discuss culture, history and food. In this episode Carla and Karen talk about biscuits.
Karen speaks with Authors William A. Darity and A. Kristen Mullen about their book "From Here To Equality" and the on going discussion around poverty and reparations.
Karen and Attorney Shontavia Johnson, a patent and trademark expert, discuss the powerful people who worked to patent their inventions, despite the obstacles. In this episode Shontavia introduces us to Benjamin Montgomery.
We are in a new Civil War...a spiritual Civil War. The race problem confronting America is ripping America to shreds. America has a heart condition. But James Baldwin was optimistic that a change is going to come...in 1960. Are you?
"One knew where one was by knowing where the Negro was," said James Baldwin. Black people must be kept on the bottom in society so that white people will have certainty that they will never be there. In Part 2 of this interview Baldwin did in 1960, he explores how blackness has been defined only through the lens of white supremacy and whiteness...but that is changing.
On what would have been the 96th birthday of James Baldwin, Karen shares an interview Baldwin did in 1960 and breaks it into three parts. In Part 1, Baldwin talks about how black people are viewed through the lens of white supremacy and black people view themselves through that same lens. Black people must define themselves for themselves.
More the 17,000 patents created from the body of a black woman. Understanding the patent process and Henrietta Lacks.
Dorothy Porter Wesley, one of the greatest librarians in history, refused to let black authors be crushed and forced into one of just two categories (slavery and colonialism). She changed the library system and gave breath to many great Black authors. #InClassWithCarr, Dr. Greg Carr gives the history. #OurStory.
Dr. Greg Carr breaks down the evolution of the comics and cartoons and how the minstrel movement was part of it. Also, how Marvel's Black Panther wakened his love of comic books. #InClasswithCarr #KarenHunter #OurStory
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Karen and culinary anthropologist, Carla Hall discuss culture, history and food. In this episode Carla and Karen talk about the History of watermelon and the stigma placed on it by whites, out of envy for the economy it created in the black community. .
Karen and Dr. Greg Carr discuss how "Aunt Jemima" came to be. They also take the listener on a journey of how images of Black people were purposefully shaped to fit a narrative as well as the reason and importance of burying our ancestors.
In an interview from 2018, Karen speaks with Oscar-award winning actress and original Queen of Comedy, Mo'nique about her pending lawsuit with Netflix. Mo'Nique explains why the sacrifice and stand she is making is not just for her, but for the little black girls that haven't been born yet.
Millionaire Tiffany Aliche, aka "The Budgetnista" dropped gems on the devaluing that Blacks face in housing and all areas of life. She talks about overcoming by building your economic strength first as an individual then, as a community.
Seeking help for mental illness has been a stigma in the Black community. Psychiatrist Dr. Nicole Washington explain why that needs to change, especially during a pandemic when millions are forced into isolation. #HealthyWealthyWise
Karen speaks with car maven Rich Benoit, host of Rich Rebuilds, talks about how he got into cars, and his father pushing him into computer science changed his life.
Karen Hunter and Lamont King discuss the Nick Cannon controversy and firing from Viacom. #NickCannon #Viacom #KarenHunter
Van Lathan, formerly of TMZ, talks about going to all-white schools and how his mom empowered him to excel.
Karen and Stephen A. Smith discuss race, politics and his assessment that NBA players cannot be without sex for a long period under COVID-19 quarantine in Florida.
NBA Champ and TNT Emmy Award-winning sports analyst, Kenny "The Jet" Smith talks with Karen about race and sports.
Actor and writer Orlando Jones talks about race and Hollywood and why he's no longer on American Gods.
Karen and culinary anthropologist, Carla Hall discuss culture, history and food. In this episode Carla and Karen talk about the rice and its ties to the continent of Africa.
This is a masterful breakdown of Dave Chappelle's Netflix special, "8:46" by Karen and Dr. Greg Carr. #InClasswithCarr.
Karen speaks with NBA champion David West about his awakening to black life at 8 and the new league he's forming for athletes who may not qualify for college.
NBA champion and three-point master, Craig Hodges discusses basketball, race and "The Last Dance" with Karen and Lamont King.
Karen and Roy Wood Jr. discuss the perils of 2020, and the racial and viral pandemic.
Karen and Dr. Greg Carr discuss the history of Mt. Rushmore and other monuments in America.
Frederick Douglass ponders that question in a speech he delivered in 1852, when more than 4 million black people were still held in bondage in America. In this podcast, Karen discusses the background of Douglass's speech and plays a rendition of it narrated by activist and actor Danny Glover.
Karen and Dr. Greg Carr discuss why America and other nations fly flags and erect monuments and statues and should they stand as a reminder of why. #ConfederateFlag #Lincoln #GregCarr #KarenHunter
Karen and Dr. Greg Carr discuss the man who made Beale Street on Memphis a hot spot and who helped fund the land that led to the creation of Black Wall Street in Tulsa, OK.
Before there was Harriet Tubman, Henry Bibb was freeing his people from bondage. This is a story that is rarely told of the fight for freedom and the defiance of those enslaved. #HenryBibb #Slavery #Freedom
There would be no Madame C.J. Walker without Annie Turnbo...here is her story. She is one of the many Black business people who became a millionaire against all odds in America. She was truly self-made.
In a class of all white children, educator Jane Elliott was able to teach a powerful lesson on racism. Sixty years later, she's still battling ignorance. This is the second part of Karen Hunter's first interview with warrior, Jane Elliott.
Two days after Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated, a third grade teacher in an all-white school in Iowa decided to teach a powerful lesson in racism. The "Brown Eyes-Blue Eyes Exercise" showed how destructive racism is. (This is the first of two parts).
Karen talks about the states and cities that have laws requiring that Black History is taught in public schools in order to graduate and it's not being enforced. Why? What's our responsibility to make sure that it is?
Dr. Greg Carr, head of Africana Studies at Howard University, and Karen Hunter discuss Juneteenth becoming a national holiday and why Tulsa, OK is so important.
Karen shares a recovered eyewitness account of the Black Wall Street Massacre and answers your questions.
Dr. Greg Carr, head of Africana Studies at Howard University, and Karen Hunter discuss the origins of Juneteenth in this latest edition of #InClasswithCarr. #Juneteenth.
Karen breaks down how the wealthiest black town in America was formed and how the blueprint for doing it again is already set.
Karen talks about the powerful themes of HBO’s Watchmen with Drew McCaskill, Dele Atanda and Kareem Graves. This is part two of their discussion.
Karen talks about the powerful themes of race, God and humanity in HBO’s Watchmen with Drew McCaskill, Dele Atanda and Kareem Graves. This is part two of their discussion.
Karen, Kareem Graves and Drew McCaskill discuss the black history and the “Easter eggs” is one of the more controversial episodes of the highly rated “Watchmen” series.
Journalist Jose Antonio Vargas talks race, justice, immigration and how Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye changed his perspective on everything.
Carla Hall shares the emotion of being stopped by police 20 years ago in D.C. and how the uprising following the killing of George Floyd has brought those memories rushing back.
Karen discusses the life and legacy of Malcolm X, with his daughter Ilyasah Shabazz, author of Growing Up X.
Karen interviews producer of "Who Killed Malcolm X?" Abdur Rahman Muhammed.
Karen and Lurie Daniel Favors (#AfroStateofMind) discuss the will and determination to not only move forward but to move beyond a crisis.
Karen asks if our existence and value are only based the superficial make up of race and sexual parts?
Dr. Greg Carr, head of the Africana Studies Department at Howard University, discusses the history of protests and the state of the world and where we might be headed as a country. #InClassWithCarr #KarenHunter
#InClasswithCarr: Dr. Greg Carr breaks down martial law from a legal and historical perspective in the wake of the potential use of military force during the uprisings in America following the killing of George Floyd.
Dr. Greg Carr, head of the Africana Studies Department at Howard University gives the history and some insights into our current education system and what we should be learning and why technology will play a major role. This is part of series with Karen Hunter.
From a 2019 podcast, Karen poses this question: What is America's greatest sin? Is it slavery? Is it racism? Or is it hypocrisy? Karen pushes the envelop and shares a discussion she had with Drew McCaskill and historian Kenneth C. Davis on this topic.
Karen Hunter kicks off her discussion about God and religion with Lurie Daniel Favors (aka @AfroStateofMind) where the two explore the evolution of God and religion in their lives.
Karen and her guest Shonvtavia Johnson discuss the power, history and impact of patents.
From a 2019 Show, Crisis Manager, Drew McCaskill, shares his insights on the buying habits and untapped economic power of the black and brown community.
From a 2019 interview, Karen talks with the COO of 100coconuts, Ramadan Ameen, about his upbringing and his path to wealth and success.
In this final episode from a April 2019 series on confidence, Karen breaks down the ingredients for ultimate confidence and why confidence cannot be achieved on the sidelines.
In Part 4 of this April 2019 series on confidence, Karen discusses how trauma, if it is not dealt with, stunts and erodes our confidence.
In Part 3 from an April 2019 series on confidence, Karen tells you not to let anyone define you by your past self. Write your own future narrative and live the life you want to live.
In Part 2 from an April 2019 series on confidence, Karen discusses how confidence is forward facing. You cannot rest on your laurels. You cannot build confidence on something you did a decade ago. You need recent wins.
From an April 2019 series about confidence, Karen breaks down what is confidence and what confidence is not. She discusses how we lose it and how we can gain it back. This is Part 1 of a five-part series that will give you the opportunity to build your confidence to be able to tackle anything life throws your way (including a pandemic).
They move together, they communicate and they know how to build bridges for their colony to cross. It is time we took note and start moving like ants...again. This podcast was produced in April of 2019.
The Chinese are taught to plan 100, 1000 and 10,000 years in advance. You can read more about it here. Karen discusses why foresight and planning are necessary for individuals and groups. It's the blueprint for success. (This is a 2019 podcast)
In Part 2 of our discussion about financial independence, Karen and her guest Tremell discuss the seven stages of financial freedom. In this episode they discuss the last four stages of the seven steps to financial freedom with the final goal of AGENCY! (This is part two of a two-part series from Feb. 2019).
If you are lost and want to know where your personal finances stand, Karen and her guest "T-Mac" (from "Money Mondays" on Heather B Live on SiriusXM Urban View) discuss the seven stages of financial freedom. In this episode they discuss the first three stages. This is Part 1 of a two-part series from Feb. 2018.
Karen discusses the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and the need to prepare for the mass extinction of Jobs with T-Mac from "Money Mondays" on Heather B. Live on SiriusXM Urban View. This is a discussion from May of 2019.
Karen has discussion on business and understanding with a caller and Drew McCaskill. When we go into business we should be mindful of the need that we are going to address in our community.
Spiritualist Deepak Chopra (and author of Meta Human) talks about staying connected during the pandemic. He challenges people to venture beyond the spiritual grind of the quarantine and experience a heightened state of awareness.
A timely discussion on Ida B Wells, the most impactful and renowned black woman in America of her time. Karen and Dr. Greg Carr (head of the Africana Studies Dept. at Howard University) discuss her legacy, This conversation, ironically, took place days before Wells was posthumously awarded a Pulitzer Special Citation for her investigative stories on African American lynchings.
In an interview with astrophysicist Neil Degrasse Tyson, he and Karen discuss everything from time travel to the end of civilization.
Karen reviews the Apple TV's original series "See," which is about a pandemic that kills most of the world and those left are blinded.
Karen reviews the movie "Self Made": Inspired by the Life of Madam C. J. Walker and produced by Lebron James, starring Octavia Spencer.
Working through a new normal. Karen shares what she's been up to during the COVID-19 shut down and what she will be watching.
Kareninterviews Dr. Raphael Kellman, author ofThe Microbiome Breakthrough, who breaks down the importance of gut health. He also discusses the differences between pre-biotics and probiotics. This is Part 2, of a two-part discussion.
Karen interviews Dr. Raphael Kellman, author of The Microbiome Breakthrough, wh who breaks down the importance of gut health. He also discusses the differences between pre-biotics and probiotics. This is Part 1, of a two-part discussion.
Jason Charles (@theangryprepper) continues the discussion about what you need to be prepared during a crisis.
Do you have a "go-bag?" And what should be in it? Jason Charles (@theangryprepper) talks about the items that you need to survive a crisis.
Karen discusses a prophetic 2016 interview she had with Jason Charles aka the Angry Prepper. In Part 1 of a three-part breakdown of that interview Charles talks about how he got into prepping. #SurvivingaSNAFU (Situation Normal All F’ed Up).
Karen and Lurie discuss the parallel of Chinese and African history in the United States.
Karen and Lurie discuss planning and what the parts of a good plan look like.
Karen discusses the harm of distractions. And how distractions are the enemy to our personal and collective success.
The face and power behind Missouri Star Quilt was bankrupt with limited options but she didn't sit in her despair. She moved to the middle of no where and built an empire. Is it time for you to move? Karen explains why it might be necessary for you to move in order to create the life you want.
Karen And Dr. Gregory Carr respond to callers for a discussion on change, leadership and truth.
"Survivor" contestant, Jamal Shipman, discusses his time on the show and also how his life prepared him for the racism he experienced and gave him to tools to teach others how to do better.
Karen and Dr, Carr discuss Black athletes running from blackness, Snoop and Gayle and the challenges of a Black class spectrum that was never created.
Karen and Dr.Greg Carr (head of the Africana department at Howard University) discuss everything from music to reparations in this educational and entertaining podcast.
Karen takes a deep dive into Black History with Dr. Greg Carr, head of the Africana Dept. at Howard University. This is PART 1 of an epic conversation.
Like your your money you must learn to manage the limited energy you have to optimize your success. Here are some helpful tips.
Just like the Wi-Fi we use, if too many people are pulling from us, we grow weak, inefficient and at some point, useless. Karen discusses how to combat the drain on our limited energy with a simple, "No" and with being mindful to stop and recharge.
Are you waiting for someone help put you on the path to your goals and dreams? If you are, it's time you start making moves because no one is going to help you if you're standing still.
Karen shares a recent conversation she had that shifted her view on obstacles. Are you walking around braced for rejection? If you are, it means you are focusing on the negative. Karen reminds you to shift your focus.
Karen examines the perseverance it took for Abdur Rahman Muhammed to finish a work that seemed impossible.
Karen explores the infiltration that brought down Malcolm X.
Did Elijah Muhammed order the assassination of Malcolm X? Karen discusses the Netflix documentary "Who Killed Malcolm?" and how Elijah Muhammad might have contributed to the demise Malcolm X.
Karen explores the mysterious Wallace Fard Muhammed and his role in starting the Nation of Islam Muslim brotherhood.
Karen discusses the unknown men that broke the color barrier in their respective leagues (NHL, NFL and NBA).
Karen introduces and explores the life of Mathieu Da Costa, the first black man to set foot in Nova Scotia
Karen explores the mystery, history and miseducation around black hair.
Carter G. Woodson did the work in his MisEducation of the Negro, so that you can have the bread crumbs leading to your freedom. Know yourself!
Why are you here? What's your purpose? This podcast was recorded before the passing of Kobe Bryant, but it is the perfect message of reflection in the wake of his death.
Karen discusses what it means to be a "real" Christian and why so many get it wrong.
Is life too short? Karen contemplates immortality.
Karen begins to break down Carter G. Woodson’s “The MisEducation of the Negro,” a book club selection for February. She explores how God and religion have been used to control us.
Karen explores the willful miseducation and how our education system is designed to keep us ignorant. It is incumbent on you to get to the truth.
Wealthy Blacks had a plan to create the communities they wanted for themselves in the late 1800s-early 1900s. The plan can be duplicated today. Karen discusses more from the book, Black Fortunes, which will be one of the book club live discussions on YouTube.
Some people would pray for their neighbors to lose everything rather than see them as more successful. That's the story of the decimation of Black Wall Street and many of us have people in our lives who would rather see us suffer than work to build the lives they seek for themselves.
Jeremiah Hamilton, the wealthiest black man in America at the time of his death, was known as the Prince of Darkness on Wall Street in New York. You should know his name. And you should know his story.
Karen discusses the prospects of a war and how misinformed we are from our media. Her advice: Wait and watch.
There is a Poor People's Movement headed by Rev. William Barber that is calling on the government to do more to provide resources for the poor in America. While the government should provide safety nets, do the poor bear some responsibility to help themselves?
Karen talks about the destructive way we communicate via social media and how it has crept into the way in which people treat one another in real life. Using the comments from her discussion on Ari Lennox, Karen makes a larger point about how we can do better.
Dr. Michelle Yeboah, Dr. Nana Yaw Adu Sarkodie and Karen unpack their visit to Aunt Maggie's house and Kumasi and what they learned from the experience.
It's Asante (in Twi), not Ashanti. From the use of the drum to how they would never stop fighting for their king, their story is powerful and inspirational. It is a lesson is leadership.
Karen talks about missing a flight to from Accra to Kumasi and what happened next changed her mind about she was perceiving time.
Karen talks about her visit to the Elmina Castle where a thousand Africans a month for more than 200 years passed through the Doorway of No Return into a horror the world had never known.
Karen and her friends Dr. Michelle Yeboah and Dr. Nana Yaw Adu Sarkodie discuss discovering Ghana for the first time and all over again.
The interview with the iconic Stephanie Mills where she discuss her career and "The Wiz" 40 years later.
Karen sits speaks with Author, Kate Harvie, sharing how to restart, reset and reframe your life.
Jennifer and Karen discuss the politics of poverty and who benefits.
Actress and author, Tina Lifford, discusses her new book, The Little Book of Big Lies.
Karen sits with Author and political analyst, Karine Jean-Pierre, to discuss the hope and promises of America.
Actor and star of Queen and Slim, Daniel Kaluuya, speaks about his latest film and the criminalization of black people around the world.
Artist Nya Lee explains how she dominated the stripper lifestyle and retired on her own terms.
Karen sits with Nile Rodgers, to discuss being born to a 15 year-old mother, both parents being heroin addicts, and homeless by fourteen. Nile talks about the triumph of rising above his painful beginnings and making it to the top of the music industry.
Tech entrepreneur, Obi Onyejekwe, reveals what goes on behind the scenes of the billion-dollar tech industry and explains how we can be a part of it.
Karen interviews news legend, Dan Rather, who discuses race, education and the art of listening to one another.
Leslie Odom Jr. talks about the movie "Harriet" and the art of music.
Astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson, shares a powerful life lesson about needing to conquer calculus to make his dreams come true.
Karen and former NBA player, Rex Chapmen, sits in to discuss Race, riches, drug addiction and politics.
From a 2015 interview, before Trump was elected, Dr. Randall Pinkett tells Karen why he believes Trump isn't fit to lead the United States. And he discusses his book, Black Faces in White Spaces, which gives tools to overcome racism in the workplace.
Karen breaks down the four life lessons that Bruce Lee came to live by.
Karen interviews the creator of The Black Wall Street app, Mandy Bowman. The two discuss the building process and the need to create a network that increases the circulation of the black dollar within our community.
Angela discusses her cooking journey and why her food taste so good and how to save your home cooking disasters. HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Karen talks with Robin Givens about her new TV show on OWN as well as her life outside of Hollywood.
Karen interviews author Tananarive Due (The Living Blood, My Soul To Keep, The Good House) for a discussion on black horror and its relation to black history.
Whatever you set out to do, make your deadlines seemingly unreasonably shorter than the time you think you need and you'll be surprised at what you can accomplish. Karen breaks down Parkinson's Law and make sure you check out her series on "confidence," which will give you the foundation to get it all done.
American Idol, Jordan Sparks talks about the play she's performing in and also juggling fame with having a "normal" life.
Karen talks with Dr. Greg Carr (Chair of Africana Studies at Howard University) and political strategist Adjoa Asamoah about the lack of knowledge that the Global Majority has for one another and how a common educational curriculum could solve that.
Karen has a discussion with political strategist Adjoa Asamoah, educator Dr. Greg Carr and chair of Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Rep. Greg Meeks (D-NY) about today’s political climate, the function of a Political action committee, like the CBC PAC, and how to build real political power as a community.
Historian Greg Carr (Chair of the Africana Studies Department at Howard University) discusses the roots of scholarly work and why it's an abomination for people not to embrace reading and writing at the highest level.
Icon and Hollywood legend Bill Duke shares 40 years of wisdom.
Why time and patience are vital in every area of your life. And a call for people to sign up for a life-changing event. This is the beginning of something special.
Lawyer Eboni K. Williams breaks down the modern-day rules around snitching or being a witness for the government with Karen. They also discuss her career at Fox with Drew McCaskill.
Media Mogul Byron Allen talks about political power and why the presidency of Barack Obama should have been better with Karen and Lurie Daniel Favors.
Media Mogul Byron Allen talks about his lawsuit with Comcast and meeting his mentor Roger King from King World (Wheel of Fortune and Oprah) with Karen and Lurie Daniel Favors.
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Media Mogul Byron Allen talks about how it all started in Detroit, Michigan with his mother who had him at 17 with Karen and Lurie Daniel Favors.
Jamila T. Davis, prison reform activist, joins Karen Hunter on a Foolishness Friday to share her business savvy and tales from her time in federal prison with Lauryn Hill and a Housewife of NJ.
Author and financial expert, Chris Hogan, discusses catching up on a late start on your retirement funding, debt and why you should never be financially discouraged to the point of giving up.
Andre Lee Ellis started a garden in one of the worst areas in Milwaukee, WS and transformed the lives of black boys in the neighborhood. #WeGotThis! Journalist and Hunter College's James Aronson Award-winner James Causey brought Ellis's story to light.
Karen and her guest, Kareem Graves, discuss the power that we (the Global Majority) have freely given over to platforms like FaceBook and Twitter and what we need to do regain that power.
There are always going to be multiple ways to arrive at the same destination or conclusion. If we all ultimately arrive at the same place, should we disregard and diminish those that arrived differently?
Karen asks you to decide if war is being waged against you and if it is what is your counter move?
Director/Producer of "Godfather of Harlem" Chris Brancato, discusses his obligation as a white director to get it right, working on an African American film and how the Forest Whitaker-starring series came about.
Karen and Senior Editor of Black Enterprise, Alfred Edmonds Jr. discuss the chase for money and why we will never make the wealth strides we desire if we continue to neglect our health. Building wealth is a long term process and you need to be alive and healthy to do it.
He's got Richard Branson as an investor and has dined at Buckingham Palace. William Adoasi is more than a watchmaker. His Vitae brand is not just bringing people quality watches, the London-based watch company is also providing education to kids in Africa.
This is Karen's interview with Lonnie Rashid Lynn also known as rapper, actor and writer and Oscar-winner, Common. He shares his transformation as a man, as a father and as a spiritual being.
Following a disappointing NFL career, saddened by the lack of ethics in the medical field. Dr. Herve Damas once again finds his passion and purpose in the hemp business.
Sheila E., one of the greatest drummers of all time and Prince protege, discuss new music, God and how a vision led to her remarkable career.
Karen explores James Baldwin's observations while dining at the home of the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, which he writes about in his The Fire Next Time.
Karen ponders James Baldwin's writing about The Nation of Islam's call for a separate nation for Black people.
In a breakdown of James Baldwin's The Fire Next Time, Karen explores God and God's power through Baldwin's lens and applies it to today.
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Geneticist, Janina Jeff, talks about genes and how she hopes to merge the black culture with genetics. She also breaks down what genetics looked like in the past and what it will be in the future. Seena Ghaznavi joins in the conversation.
Karen and astrophysicist, Neil DeGrasse Tyson explain why taking the easy road in life eventually gets hard and crowded. But if you are willing to take the hard road it eventually gets easier and takes you straight to the top.
The power of conquering your obstacles.
Astrologist Samuel F. Reynolds talks about how he got into astrology and breaks down the signs with Karen and Sylvia and Seaton Smith. He also discusses religion and why astrology is not of the devil.
Steven Silbiger shares the keys to building and maintaining wealth from lessons learned growing up Jewish. His book, The Jewish Phenomenon, gives a blueprint for an oppressed people on how to have enduring wealth.
Karen takes her spin on T.I.'s and Killer Mike's discussion about their visit to Kanye West's "church" and the offering plate as she breaks down the true meaning of tithing.
Karen and Lurie Daniel Favors discusses the intentional and willful mis-information regarding the bible and why it should be examined and challenged. This is a conversation about faith. Hit us on Twitter with the hashtag #podcast.
What is the source of your faith? Karen reveals a recent revelation regarding when bad things happen. How you handle adversity will determine your outcome.
Rapper Fat Joe puts it down, Lurie (AfroStateofMind) and Karen pick it up. A discussion on the roots of religion and the storytellers. If modern-day Christianity borrowed its stories from African tales, do you still follow it chapter and verse? And what about that “slave bible”?
Karen and her guests discuss racism and the policy gaps that have created the need for doulas, like Latham Thomas, who is fighting against maternal mortality for black women.
Actress Jasmine Guy and Producer Deborah Riley Draper discuss "Illegal Rose," race and xenophobia in America with Karen Hunter.
No. 1: It's better to give than receive. Helping others and giving is a rule that will not only broaden your world, it is also a key to success. Karen breaks down six more rules or keys to success.
Karen shares an inspirational clip from Steve Harvey that she's applying to her life. The message: Think bigger than you've ever thought before. Raise the bar in every area of your life and when you feel like you can't raise it anymore, raise it again!
By 10X your thinking, you can 10X your life. Listen to find out how.
In part 2 Aida Rodriguez drops economic and spiritual bars of empowerment
Aida Rodriguez talks about her appearance in Tiffany Haddish's "They Ready" comedy showcase and also how Latinx should see themselves as part of the African diaspora. This is a powerful conversation on race with Karen Hunter and Drew McCaskill.
Karen examines how to achieve the goals you set and takes a simple, easy approach to accomplishing them. Take one at a time and come up with a full-proof plan.
Based on the teachings of Psychologist Benjamin Hardy, Karen is trying something new: reading to start her day. She is on a journey to improve her life.
Start a habit of getting up earlier (at least two hours) than normal. But what you do with those two hours will change your life. Read. Write. Think. Meditate. Pray. Make that a habit and see the difference.
Drew McCaskill and Laura Coates discuss the impact of gentrification of the funeral home business in the Black community. Also, Laura has her Black Card challenge when asked the reply to "God is good!"
In a moment of personal reflection, Stephen A. Smith discusses the one thing he wished he had done before his mother passed away.
In a discussion with Lurie Daniel Favors and Karen on The Karen Hunter Show, Stephen A. Smith discusses his ambassadorship during HBCU Week and the value of HBCU but he also disagrees with Jemele Hill's piece in the Atlantic urging elite Black athletes to choose HBCUs.
Lurie Daniel Favors discusses culture...slave culture...and how Black people are still eating and thinking as if still enslaved.
Are you single and want to be in a healthy relationship? Cass Henriquez has the blueprint to help you reach your love goals. (This interview was at the Women of Color Empowerment Conference in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where she was a presenter).
Karen contemplates the role of sheep and how misunderstood sheep are. We should move like ants, but all of us at one time in our lives are also sheep and we must seek the greener pastures. Karen also discusses the power of the Women of Color Empowerment Conference she attended.
Dr. Pam Popper, author of Food Over Medicine, pulls the veil off of the medical industry and asks why are people so sick? Do we really need to go to the doctors so much? Or should we spend more time on practicing a healthy lifestyle?
Dr. Pam Popper, author of Food Over Medicine, believes people want to know the facts about their health, they want to know the truth...so she tells it. It's your body, you should know as much as you can and take responsibility for your own health.
Gangsta Gardner Ron Finley talks about how we should all be growing our food...for our own security.
With each new season, Karen talks about how she takes stock of herself as well and the things that she needs to change. And she encourages the listeners to do the same and share their journey.
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A father calls Karen and says he is heartbroken over his son being gay. Karen asks why. The response is epic and the conversation that followed between Karen and brand maven Marvet Britto is one for the ages. (Part 2).
Brand maven Marvet Britto and Karen talk about POSE on FX and the impact the show is having on changing the hearts and minds of people regarding the LGBT community. This is Part 1 of a two-part discussion.
Master teacher, Dr. Kisha Porsher, talks about how she became an educator and how teachers are not taught how to teach our children. She forces us to examine our education system. And #BlackGirlsRock!
Dr. Loretta Cheeks, computer scientist, discusses artificial intelligence and the importance of Black people getting involved in technology with Karen and Drew McCaskill. She also encourages people to lose the fear and find their wings.
Teri Ijeoma, one of the best stock-trading teachers in the world, discusses her trading strategy and why stock trading isn't gambling. Teri also talks with Karen about how she got started and the most money she lost in one day and what she learned. Click here to get started. If you're already trading and want to take it the expert level, Teri has a master class, too.
Teri Ijeoma is one of the best stock trading teachers in the world. In part of this three-part discussion, Teri talks about how she got started in stock investing and shares her journey toward financial freedom. If you want to learn how to trade, click here and get started. If you're already trading and want to take it the expert level, Teri has a master class, too.
On the heels of the murder of Nipsey Hussle, Karen breaks down why it's so important to run this race of life like a relay race so that we all win. African proverb: "If you want to go fast, run alone; if you want to go far, run together!" #MoveLikeAnts
What is sin? In Part 3, Karen and Rev. Timothy Jones from Bethany Baptist Church (Newark, NJ) explore sin as it relates to the "Last Days." This is a deep dive into the book of Revelations. Is it real or just a warning?
A deep dive into the book of Revelations. Is it real or just a warning. Are we in the End Times? Karen debates and discusses scripture with Rev. Timothy Jones from Bethany Baptist Church in Newark, NJ.
A deep dive into the book of Revelations. Is it real or just a warning. Are we in the End Times? Karen debates and discusses scripture with Rev. Timothy Jones from Bethany Baptist Church in Newark, NJ.
Karen and Dr. Jason Johnson discuss last season's finale of "Power" as the new and final season starts this weekend. Was Tommy aiming for Ghost or Angela? These and other questions are explored.
Rev. DeForest (Buster) Soaries showed up to a town in New Jersey 30 years that was overridden with crime, drugs and poverty. Instead of preaching about prosperity and power, he actually rolled up his sleeves and showed them how. He created a blueprint that turned a hellhole into a haven for his community. And his plan can be duplicated.
That question, which is answered in a powerful discussion between Lurie Daniel Favors and Karen Hunter, will hopefully be put to rest after you listen to this. #1619 #GetThisSmoke
On this day, 400 years ago, "20 odd Africans" landed on the shores of Virginia. It would officially begin the institution of slavery in America. The New York Times broke down this history in a ground-breaking piece, The 1619 Project. Karen talks about the importance of this work.
On the heels of witnessing a plethora of social media toxicity, Karen is calling for a 30-day halt on any and all negative commentary directed toward black people. It is a social experiment as well the development of positive, affirming habits.
A question from Twitter asks about skin color, and Karen flips it around to discuss why we see ourselves the way we do...it's Legion.
Jim Coleman says don't be a victim. Build wealth! Karen also gets into a heated discussion about why this black man supports Trump.
In an interview, Jim Coleman, author of Cut the Crap and Close the Gap, tells his story and lays out his plan to cut the wealth gap. It gets intense toward the end.
Karen interviews one of the leaders of the anti-fascist movement, Darryle Lamont Jenkins. They discusses the movie, Skin, based on his true story of "converting" a skinhead. They also talk the current state of race with Israeli producer, Guy Nattiv.
At 39, Carl Allamby changed courses. He was a mechanic with a thriving business in Ohio and he decided to go to medical school, something he had wanted to do since he was a kid. He graduated in 2018 and today Dr. Allamby, 48, is a resident in an emergency room in Cleveland/Akron. Karen discusses the importance of following your passion because it's never too late.
Karen answers a question from Twitter about colorism and explores what if Cyntoia Brown was a brown-skinned girl. Would there have been as much of an outcry over her sentencing and would she be free today?
From Nipsey Hussle to how the Chinese have been planning for more than 25 years for a time such as this, Karen discusses with Becky Wang and Sinclair Skinner a range of topics that are both controversial and insightful.
In Part 2 of Karen's discussions of the founding principles of America (white nationalism), she engages callers, who offer insight into how they are handling the threat of domestic terror at the hands of people rooted in preservation of "whiteness." The question: Will a made-up construct designed to oppress "the other" continue to rip at the fabric of America?
America's foundation is rooted in racism, white nationalism and brutality. The mass killings are not anomalies, they are systemic. And either Americans are going to decide that the made-up construct of whiteness, which is at the root of the problems in America, should be eradicated, or the country will implode from within.
In celebration of her awesome life and gift, Karen shares the impact Toni Morrison had on her and how her legacy will live on through us.
In Part 2 of her discussion with Jian Khodadad, Karen explores the teachings of the Bahai faith and how we must come together as human beings...or face extinction.
Karen talks with Jian Khodadad, a colleague and a friend who is a member of the Bahá’í faith, about religion and humanity. In the wake of the mass shootings in America, it's time to take a look at ourselves more deeply.
In the wake of yet another mass murder in the United States, Karen discusses the truth behind what is motivating these domestic terrorists (mostly white males) to commit such atrocities. And she plays a clip from her interview with Ann Curry, who also talks about America's "truth" problem.
Karen and her guest Andrew McCaskill (formerly of Nielsens) break down the economic history and power of the black community. And they take a look at where black people spend their dollars and why. Also, check out the five questions you should ask yourself before making a purchase.
Karen and her guest Andrew McCaskill (formerly of Nielsens) break down the economic history and power of the black community. And they take a look at where black spend their dollars and why.
Karen takes "agency" to another level and gives a fire response to this Sunday's Twitter question about equity, social justice and what these terms mean.
What's holding you back from accomplishing your goals. Karen breaks down a study that shows how and why we aren't motivated and she offers solutions to overcome our lack of drive.
There is a science to motivation, to pushing you to do the things you may or may not want to do. Karen breaks down the fuel that propels us towards our goals and why we often fall short.
An anecdote to racism and racial disrespect is buying power and financial security. Karen talks about how companies are chasing the black dollar. Now it's time to use that buying power to have REAL power.
From Goldilocks to Fantasia, Karen talks about how early cartoons and fairy tales were used as propaganda mills to push the agenda of white supremacy.
Karen gives the history of how the classifications of race started and the ridiculous notion that people of African descent are inferior and are "After" man.
Karen discusses the narrow road and she answers a question from a Twitter follower about etiquette for key note speakers.
Karen discusses with Kareem Graves, one of her partners, the trials of being a woman who leads and how men have traditionally handled that. Kareem gives insight into how he views it and how he's grown as a man in this position.
The best work starts in secret. Being hidden serves a purpose. Karen discusses why you shouldn't try to rush your success.
Karen discusses the process of moving toward agency with someone who is taking an online trading class with Teri Ijeoma.
Karen talks with Marie, a woman who restarted her life in her mid-50s, who is now heading towards living her best life. Message: It’s never too late to make things happen for yourself...also, tune out the naysayers!
Karen is asked by a Twitter follower what issues she'd like the candidates to focus on during this 2020 election cycle. Her answer may surprise you.
Kate Harvie and Marvet Britto join Karen for a discussion about cultural appropriation and branding.
In Part 2 of this discussion, Karen talks books, horoscopes and who we really are with Atul Prashar, CEO of Sava360. The tables are turned as Atul asks Karen the tough questions.
Atul Prashar, CEO of Sava360, turns the table and interviews Karen Hunter. In this first part, she talks about politics and why she decided not interview certain people on her radio show.
Working for the good of colony...is the pathway to success. Karen discusses how this is happening and why it should happen more.
There's a lot of discussion about freedom of speech, but should we say whatever we feel? Should there be boundaries that we place on ourselves...not because we're weak, but because we're strong? Karen discloses her evolution on the topic.
In this 100th episode, Karen answers a question about how to find your passion and purpose. She also drops some scriptures on bearing good fruit...why not; it's Sunday.
A white woman on social media breaks down the history of Africans, right down to the Moors teaching the Europeans how to bathe. And Karen co-signs and adds her two-cents to the lesson.
From the Ashanti leader Yaa Asantewaa to the food to the landscape, Dr. Michelle Yeboah (Health Education Instructor at Morgan State University) and husband Dr. Nana Yaw Adu-Sarkodie (Medical Director for home-based primary care at Maryland's V.A.) discuss the wonders of Ghana with Karen.
In an interview with Tyler Perry (Taraji P. Henson and Lyriq Bent, who were on tour for Acrimony), we get into a discussion about why it's important to own your own outlets, art and platforms. It's about agency and power. This interview has been broken into two parts.
In an interview with Tyler Perry (Taraji P. Henson and Lyriq Bent, who were on tour for Acrimony), we get into a discussion about why it's important to own your own outlets, art and platforms. It's about agency and power. This interview has been broken into two parts.
The question from Twitter revolves around skills Generation Z will need to survive/thrive. Karen spins the answer into a conversation about one of her favorite shows, Naked and Afraid XL.
In Part 2, callers join the discussion as Ibram X. Kendi breaks down the historical roots of racism and discusses Stamped from the Beginning.
Ibrahim X. Kendi breaks down the historical roots of racism. And how did Africa go from the birthplace of civilization to a place to be exploited, colonized and demonized. Kendi's book is Stamped from the Beginning.
Karen discusses her observations of Twitter's Juneteenth Celebration and how the black group at Twitter (dubbed the #Blackbirds) could be managing their collective power more effectively.
On the heels of the Robert Smith III forgiving the student load debt of the Class of 2019 at Morehouse College, Karen was inspired to remind us that not only are we are enough, but also we have the tools to build our own tables, our own lanes, our own success.
The master of a former enslaved man asks him to return to the plantation because it has fallen in disrepair. Karen reads the response to this master that the man sent and talks about why the case for reparations is still relevant today.
Karen answers Twitter question about how or if she finishes everything she starts. The answer is no. But...here's how she's working on finishing.
Karen discusses the life lessons that might be gained from the game of poker
The first chess grandmaster from The Global Majority, Maurice Ashley, talks about how he mastered chess and the lessons learned that changed his life.
In Part 2 of a discussion about Africa (Ghana) with Terry Kojo Oppong, Karen and Kojo discuss why so many people are returning to Africa and what you can do when you get there.
Connector Terry Kojo Oppong discusses the opportunities in Africa and what Americans need to know about what's happening on the continent today, particularly in Ghana, which is welcoming black Americans back on this 400th commemoration of the start of slavery in America. We discuss Nipsey Hussle and tech in Part 1 of a two-part discussion.
Karen gets to the root and history of Father's Day and answers a Twitter question about the inspiration for her stock dividend investing.
Get ready to have everything you thought you knew about the bible and religion to be challenged as Historian Dr. Anthea Butler demystifies the bible and religion. It is an interview from The Karen Hunter Show on SiriusXM.
Karen asks an ignorant question of a friend, Becky Wang, and gets schooled on how we see each other's cultures and why we must open our minds. This is a lesson in seeing people.
A Twitter questioner asked if Karen is a Christian and if so, how can she be a woke black woman and follow a "white man's religion" that oppresses blacks. Karen's response is epic. Follow Karen on Twitter and tune in every Sunday to this podcast where she will answer questions selected from #podcast.
Hilary Jacobs Hendel answers the question of a caller from the Karen Hunter Show, post show. And Dr. Jason Johnson and Lurie Daniel Favors discuss the root causes of anger in black people. (Part 2)
Hilary Jacobs Hendel, therapist and author of It's Not Always Depression, explores emotions with Dr. Jason Johnson, Lurie Daniel Favors and Karen Hunter. This is a layered and powerful conversation about how black people relate to one another and the world. (Part 1)
Topeka discusses how she got invited by T.D. Jakes to The Potter's House and Nora discusses her conversion from Islam to Christianity with Karen Hunter.
It is slavery! The United States prison system is designed to steal lives. Prison reform activist Topeka K. Sam introduces us to Nora Yahya, who spent more than 20 years behind bars. This is her story. (Part 1 of two parts)
In an interview with ally and race specialist, Tim Wise, Karen Hunter discusses the "Black Athlete" and why there is a need to control them and why the "outliers" in the black community should not be treated as the norm. #WhyWeKneel
Do you think knowing your history is about wearing kente cloth and celebrating Kwanzaa? Karen Taylor Bass, Lurie Daniel Favors and Karen Hunter discusss the importance of knowing who you are.
Karen Taylor Bass, Lurie Daniel Favors and Karen Hunter continue their discussion about the power of self sufficiency. Build pipelines!
Billionaire Robert Smith pledged to pay off the student loan debt of Morehouse's Class of 2019. But is an education in America today worth it? Karen discusses this over three parts with Karen Taylor Bass and Lurie Daniel Favors (from a powerful #WellnessWednesday).
Karen explores a study that showed the cognitive impairment of individuals under the stress of financial insecurity and poverty. The study shows that focus on lack can actually lower your IQ.
Karen explains why we are enough to implement the changes we want to see using lessons learned from The Half Has Never Been Told by Edward E. Baptist. This is the last installment in this book series.
Karen responds to audience questions: "Karen, how would your career be different if you were a man?"
DeVon Franklin discusses his book, The Truth About Men...what women and men need to know about what it means to be a man.
How can white people become allies in this fight for justice? Robin DiAngelo, the author of best seller White Fragility, breaks it down in this interview. (Part 2).
This is Karen's interview with Robin DiAngelo, the author of best seller White Fragility. It is a raw discussion about white people's role in this fight for justice. (Part 1)
Reading from The Half Has Never Been Told, by Edward Baptist, Karen discusses the fragile sanctity of white manhood and their violent journey to protect it.
Karen discusses the investing prowess of musician Kenny G and how investing (mostly in Starbucks) is responsible for the bulk of his fortune, not his music. And as promised, Karen takes a question from Twitter and responds.
Karen breaks down the evolution that occurred as a result of the unprecedented torture of enslaved people chronicled in The Half Has Never Been Told.
Part 3 of the Lessons Learned from The Vanderbilts, Karen discusses the importance of having goals and understanding that most of the joy in your life will happen on the journey to your destination, not the arrival.
Are you giving your children too much? What is the balance? Karen talks about how billionaires are NOT leaving the bulk of their money to their children and why. This is Part 2 of a series The Lessons From Vanderbilt.
Karen dissects the leadership qualities of China's Xi Jinping and Donald Trump as the trade war between China and the United States heats up. Two Gemini. Opposite sides of the same coin?
Karen explores the burdens of the Vanderbilt family money and why enjoying the simple pleasures in life shouldn't be ignored on your wealth-building journey.
Karen gives tips on how to handle the racist you may encounter in your life.
Karen discusses the the groundbreaking book on slavery, The Half Has Never Been Told, and takes a look at the men who created the government of the United States and thus presided over the prime economic system: slavery and black bodies. This is part of an ongoing book series.
As part of her book series, Karen Hunter is breaking down one of the most surgical explanations of the economic impact of slavery on America in Edward Baptist's The Half Has Never Been Told. For anyone who says, "slavery was long ago, get over it!"...they need to read this book because there is no American greatness without slavery. It is foundational. This is Part 1.
Grey's Anatomy star, Jesse Williams gets raw and real about race and injustice and how he has lost jobs because he's unwavering and unapologetic about his fight for equality. But he's optimistic. "We're in a fever dream...but it will break."
Are you constantly late? Do you have people in your life who are late? Do you find it rude and disrespectful? And if this is you, are you willing to change? Karen gets to the bottom of lateness (her own), how it hinders your life and how you can change.
Karen discovers the immediate impact of waking up early.
Rev. Buster Soaries discusses the viability of Kanye West's "church" and whether it is in line with the Bible and the mission of Jesus. This is part of Karen Hunter's on-going series on religion, where she discusses God and faith with various people.
Karen invites Kareem Graves to discuss ways in which our clicks, eyeballs and technical choices impact our lives. This is part of a series on the power of the internet.
Publisher, bail bondswoman and attempted murder...nothing keeps Tia Hamilton from living her best life.
Producers of the documentary "Rigged" break down how voter suppression has created a system of voter suppression and disenfranchisement.
Do some people wait for people to die to plan their financial future? Is this the case with John Singleton's death?
Kanye West is starting a church. There are no sermons. No prayers. No scriptures. No bible readings. Just music (both secular and gospel) and talking. He has no training to be a pastor. Is this church? Or is it something else.
The stakes are higher for women when dating and men have to understand how they are perceived and move accordingly. The message: Don't try to change someone...and fix yourself! Powerful advice from Dante Nero who talks with Joyelle Nicole Johnson and Karen Hunter the dating field.
Relationship guru Dante Nero gives some very sound advice to Karen Hunter and Joyelle Nicole Johnson on relationships and establishing your "non negotiables."
"It was about her dignity," was how Akbar Cook, principal of West Side High School in Newark, NJ described how one of his students reacting violently when security guards tried to check her bag. She was homeless and her bag was full of dirty clothes and she didn't want anyone to know. Instead of punishing her, Cook made sure all of his children had access to washing machine and dryer. And it made all the difference.
Karen discusses the Socratic Method as a means of combatting ignorance and the misinformation campaign deployed frequently during discourse.
Allan Boomer and Tiffany Hawkins, Momentum Advisors, talk about growing up as a preacher's kid (Allan) and a Jehovah Witness (Tiffany) and how they have evolved (or in Allan's case, not so much).
Karen Hunter and Lurie Favors break down the short-lived period of Reconstruction and how the fall out of its failure still impacts America today.
"The little guy in this country doesn't have a shot at success," said Dr. Ian K. Smith. "And if the little guy actually knew he didn't have a shot, there would be a revolution in this country." From secret societies to revolution to race, Karen Hunter covers the gamut with Dr. Ian K. Smith.
Dr. Stacey Patton, author of Spare the Kids, discusses spanking and shaming children with Lurie Daniel Favors and Karen Hunter. Dr. Patton traces the roots of spanking to slavery and talks about how we are indoctrinating our children into a cycle of self hate.
Rethinking How We Discipline Our Children: Part 1: Spanking and shaming have long been the norm in disciplining children. But is it time to do things differently? In Part 1, Karen Hunter and Lurie Daniel Favors explore this topic on The Karen Hunter Show. (Subscribe now).
The 2018-2019 tax codes are confusing and too many of us don't know all of the things we can do to reduce our tax burden. Karen discusses some of these with wealth coach Tremell McKenzie.
Karen uses "The Walking Dead" and the movie "Us" to examine the fluid nature between good and evil.
Damario Solomon-Simmons, lawyer for Terance Crutcher and others victims of police brutality and misconduct, discusses ways in which we can protect ourselves through the judicial system and also tells the history of Black Wall Street.
Karen Hunter and Sylvia K. Alston explore all of the pitfalls and problems with the #MeToo movement and cancel culture. Should there be a statue of limitation? Where does "hair-smelling" fall on the spectrum of sexual assault, if at all? It's a lot to unpack. What are your thoughts?
Rapper and Social Engineer, Nipsey Hussle was murdered (March 31), in front his strip mall in Los Angeles. Instead of focusing on the death itself, Karen Hunter talked about his work in the community and the need for all of us to pick up the baton. "This (life) isn't a sprint. This isn't a marathon. This is a relay race! Pick up the baton and run your leg!"
Lainie Speiser talks about how she got into the porn/sex business and how she manages to live a relatively tame life. And we also talk about God...
Karen and "Happy Investor," Angela E. Matthews, discuss the power of now. How compounding interest and investing a little, consistently over time, will bring big returns in the future. There is no get-rich-quick scheme that's sustaining. (There are also some stock tips to be gleaned).
Karen breaks down what it takes to be excellent and forces you to ask yourself, "Are you willing to do what it takes?"
Blockchain expert and historian Rik Willard breaks down the Egyptian Book of the Dead and how power works. And...there is a bonus track with me and Tremell from The Godfrey Complex (SXM Urban View) talking about Kamala Harris and the trouble with judging "how black" someone is. So, keep listening...
On the heels of the Colin Kaepernick (and Eric Reid) settlement with the NFL, is a boycott of the league still viable? Is this an opportunity to make other power moves and send a message about our influence and buying power?
Tech maven, Stephanie Humphrey, discusses faith with Karen Hunter and how growing up "very religious" shaped her life and her view of the world and how it manifests today. As an engineer, Stephanie talks the science of God and how certain she is that God exists. This is part of a continuing series about religion.
Karen sits with Tremell, producer of the Godfrey Complex, to discuss money habits and how our habits determine our financial destiny.
Karen Hunter discusses gives her view on the church shutdown in Rwanda and holding pastors to a standard. Is this right? And should pastors and churches everywhere have a standard for operation? Do you need a formal education to lead a church? And is church a place or the people?
Karen Hunter sits with the legendary Immortal Technique and Gyasi Ross to discuss the progenitors of rap the regression of hip hop (Lil Wayne and the mumble rappers).
Karen Hunter attempts to teach Dr. Jason Johnson, professor and MSNBC political analyst, spades while on The Karen Hunter Show. This is the beginning of a journey...