How Mos Def’s Reaction To Drake Broke The Internet, A Miscarriage Led To A Court Appearance, Angela Bassett’s Oscar Conspiracy, and More

Seales starts the show off talking about the recent clips of Yasiin Bey, known as Mos Def, sharing his thoughts on Drake’s music has the internet talking about what is and isn’t considered hip hop. Listen for the breakdown of his comments. Following that it’s time for Voting and Venting where we give our listeners a platform to share their thoughts on all things voting. Next, Seales brings quick headlines, covering topics from the death penalty in a racist mass shooting case to exciting news about the Official Michael Jackson Biopic.

In Blackurate News, we explore a case in Ohio and discuss an Ohio grand jury’s decision regarding a Black woman facing charges after a miscarriage at home. On the Big Up/Let Down segment brings a mix of triumph and disappointment, from Jason Momoa’s unique living choice post-divorce to a basketball player’s regrettable stealing spree at a Target store. From Hollywood conspiracies about Jonathan Majors’ career shift to Angela Bassett’s “honorary” Oscar, we discuss the intriguing topics in today’s news

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FOLLOW ALONG AS WE COVER:  

(3:27) – Mos Def (Yasiin Bey) criticizes Drake on “The Cutting Room Floor” podcast.

(9:28) – Voting and Venting segment. Listeners are encouraged to call in and vent about voting-related topics.

(14:40) – 60 Second Headlines:

Death penalty sought for gunman in racist mass shooting in Buffalo.

Production starts on the Official Michael Jackson Biopic.

Ralph Yarl, a teen shot after ringing the wrong doorbell, earns a spot in the Missouri all-state band.

50 Cent uses Mary J. Blige’s ‘Power’ salary to entice Taraji P. Henson.

(19:50) – Introduction of a special guest.

(22:09) – Blackurate News:

Ohio grand jury refuses to indict a Black woman for felony abuse of a corpse after a miscarriage.

Big Up/Let Down involving Aquaman, Target, and a wizard.

(26:00) – Amanda’s Weekend in Review.

(30:40) – The Big Up/Let Down:

Big Up to Jason Momoa’s unconventional post-divorce lifestyle.

Let Down to inefficient self-checkout machines; Washington Wizards player caught stealing from Target.

(35:21) – Phone lines open for listener calls.

(37:40) – Upcoming in the hour: Voting and Venting, Hollywood conspiracies, and How Black Do You Feel?

(39:06) – Jonathan Majors loses another film project; Angela Bassett receives an “honorary” Oscar.

(44:45) – How Black Do You Feel Today?! Discussion.

(49:18) – Discussion on how one knows when they’ve made it in life.

(50:10) – Word of the Day: “Oneiric” – related to dreams.

(52:48) – Politicians Say the Darndest Things!

(55:43) – Closing remarks.

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