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THE FUNKY POLITICS powered by KUDZUKIAN

269 Episodes

55 minutes | 21 hours ago
Maintaining the Millennial Movement and "More Than That"
On this episode, Lee Eric Smith is joined by New York-based entertainment journalist Gia Peppers, host of "More Than That with Gia Peppers." The two talk about keeping millennial voters engaged in 2022 and other hot topics. They also dig into the creation and development of "More Than That," a podcast series that takes deep dives into various aspects of African American life and culture -- everything from health to finances to spirituality. Check out "More Than That with Gia Peppers" right here on the Kudzukian Network -- after you finish this real, right and FUNKY episode of Funky Politics!
52 minutes | 21 hours ago
Economic and Social Equality During a Pandemic
On this episode of Funky Politics, host Lee Eric Smith talks economic and social equality with Komichael Johnson, prominent real estate investor, urban planner and residential community builder in Atlanta and Ernest Strickland, Senior Vice President of Workforce Development for the Greater Memphis Chamber. We also hear a very special conversation with Dr. David Molapo. 
56 minutes | 7 days ago
Chauvinisms, Jim Crow Jr., and Social Justice
On this episode of Funky Politics, host Lee Eric Smith dives into the trial of Derek Chauvin with Rhyane Wagner of Black Voters Matter and Lisa Moore of Girls Inc. Memphis. Also, the panel weighs in on election law changes in Georgia and elsewhere, VP Kamala Harris as "immigration czar," and President Joe Biden's impromptu announcement of his 2024 candidacy. All that on THIS episode of FUNKY POLITICS!  
59 minutes | 7 days ago
Shot's Fired!
Recent mass shootings in Atlanta and Boulder, Colorado kick off a funky conversation about gun control as Lee Eric Smith talks with Lisa Moore of Girls Inc. Memphis and Terrence Patterson of the Memphis Education Fund. Will former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin be convicted for killing George Floyd? And there are more and more women walking the halls of power, but what will actually change. All on this episode of FUNKY POLITICS!  
56 minutes | a month ago
Reimagining Education In America
On this episode of the Funky Politics, Lee Eric Smith is joined by Terence Patterson, CEO of The Memphis Education Fund. They indulge in a spirited conversation on the ways in which public education in America can be improved and reimagined. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App and on Kudzukian.com.
36 minutes | a month ago
The Power of Student Protest
On this episode of the Funky Politics, Lee Eric Smith is joined by three special guests, Dr. Joshua Myers, April R. Silver, and Akanke Washington, key members in the 1989 Howard University student protest. We dive into the environment surrounding the protest and the power young people have on creating change. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App and on Kudzukian.com.  
54 minutes | a month ago
The Power of Black Women To Create Change
On this episode of the Funky Politics, Lee Eric Smith is joined by Michelle Duster, writer, speaker, professor, and champion of racial and gender equity. We take a look at her great grandmother, Ida B. Wells, legacy and the power black women have had and continue to have in making positive change throughout this country. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App and on Kudzukian.com.
57 minutes | 2 months ago
The Problem With The Educated Negro
On this episode of the Funky Politics, Lee Eric Smith is joined by four special guests during our education roundtable. We dive into many of the problems facing underserved students around the country, especially during COVID, and what can be done to improve public education. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App and on Kudzukian.com.  
58 minutes | 2 months ago
A Little History on Black History
On this episode of the Funky Politics, Lee Eric Smith is joined by Ida Byrd-Hill, CEO & Founder at Automation Workz. We get some amazing, unsung black historical nuggets as we celebrate Black History Month.  Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App and on Kudzukian.com.
57 minutes | 2 months ago
Blue Cities In Red States
On this episode of the Funky Politics, Lee Eric Smith and guest co-host J.B. Smiley is joined by John Hilliard, nonpartisan District 9 representative on the Birmingham City Council, as they tackle the challenges of governing in a state that has the opposite party majority. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.  
58 minutes | 2 months ago
A Look Inside DC
On this episode of the Funky Politics, Lee Eric Smith is joined by Jesse J. Holland journalist, author, television personality and educator, as they take a peek inside DC during and after the capitol riot and the Inauguration. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.
58 minutes | 3 months ago
Staying Engaged in 2021
On this episode of the Funky Politics, Lee Eric Smith is joined by Rev Earle J. Fisher, Senior Pastor of Abyssinian Baptist Church in Memphis, TN, as they talk the social justice protests over the last year and what needs to happen to keep the needle moving forward. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.  
56 minutes | 3 months ago
A Civilized Conversation
On this episode of the Funky Politics, Lee Eric Smith is joined by a close friend on the other side of the political spectrum, as they dissect the siege on the capitol and debate the hot political topics of today. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.
54 minutes | 5 months ago
Dissecting the 2020 Election w/Tonyaa Weathersbee | The Funky Politics | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of the Funky Politics, DC is joined by Tonyaa Weathersbee, Columnist For The Commercial Appeal Newspaper, as they recap the wild 2020 election and discuss President Trumps refusal to concede/ Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.
57 minutes | 5 months ago
Tell It Like It Is w/Rodney Strong | The Funky Politics | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of the Funky Politics, DC is joined by Rodney K. Strong, Attorney from Atlanta, GA and CEO of Griffin & Strong, PC, as they dive into the 2020 election and important Senate races. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.  
49 minutes | 5 months ago
We're All Immigrants...Well Not All w/Mona Mansour | The Funky Politics | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of the Funky Politics, DC is joined by Mona Mansour, Attorney out of Memphis, TN, that specializes in immigration law, as they dissect the immigration debate in America. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.
60 minutes | 5 months ago
I'm Speaking Now w/Teresa Hassler | The Funky Politics | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of the Funky Politics, DC is joined by Teresa Hassler, Attorney and Founder of Ratchet Politics, as they discuss black American's role in the 2020 election, the over importance placed on the shoulders of black celebrities, and much more. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.  
55 minutes | 5 months ago
Justice, By Any Means Necessary w/Jan R. Waddell Sr. | The Funky Politics | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of the Funky Politics, DC is joined by Jan R. Waddell Sr., Attorney at Law out of Louisville, KY, as they discuss his history in the fight for civil rights, the Breonna Taylor case in Louisville, and what needs to be done to fix America's criminal justice system. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.
60 minutes | 5 months ago
Climate Justice and Transportation Equity w/Paulo Nunes-Ueno | The Funky Politics | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of the Funky Politics, DC is joined by Paulo Nunes-Ueno, transportation and mobility expert out of Seattle, WA., as they discuss the devastating wildfires out West and the fight for climate justice throughout the nation. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.  
59 minutes | 6 months ago
The Flies Have It w/Tonyaa Weathersbee | The Funky Politics | KUDZUKIAN
On this episode of the Funky Politics, DC is joined by Tonyaa Weathersbee, columnist for the Commercial Appeal, as they have an in-depth discussion and recap of the VP debate and COVID-19's impact on the 2020 presidential election. Make sure to catch the latest episodes of the Funky Politics by downloading the Kudzukian App.
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