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Milwaukee’s wake-up call to what matters. Every weekday, we bring you the latest headlines from around the city, across the country, and within the Black community—blending sharp analysis, real voices and just the right dose of levity.

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    8 AM: Do You Like This Lineup?

    Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman continue the convo about the Summerfest lineup and why it's so hard to book Urban acts.

    47 Min.

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    7 AM: SummerFest Reaction (Hour 1)

    Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman talk about the recent announced Summerfest lineup and if there is any excitement surrounding the event.

    49 Min.

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    8 AM: Battle At School (Hour 2)

    Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman discuss the MPS parent charged in GreenTree Prep Academy attack. A mother comes to the school to fight because her daughter had her phone taken. Homer and Bailey talk to Truth Nation about how this generation of parents are raising their children.

    48 Min.

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    7 AM: A Stormy Wake-Up & The Closing of Sam’s Jazz Cafe (Hour 1)

    Homer Blow and Bailey Coleman kick off the show celebrating the upcoming Truth Community Awards, sharing their excitement for Friday night’s event and the impact it has on honoring local leaders and changemakers. The conversation then turns to the intense storm that rolled through Wednesday morning, with both hosts asking listeners if the thunder shook them awake and how the wild weather caught the city off guard. Homer and Bailey reflect on the closing of Sam’s Place Jazz Café after nearly five years in the Harambee neighborhood. They discuss the challenges facing live jazz venues, the cultural loss for the community, and what it says about the state of the art form. The show then pivots to a heated situation where a parent reportedly confronted a school resource officer over her daughter’s phone being confiscated. The hour wraps with a deeper discussion about phones in schools, parental accountability, and how these confrontations ultimately impact students’ education and discipline in the classroom.

    46 Min.

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    8 AM: 20 Shots Fired & Protecting Our Kids (Hour 2)

    Homer and Dame open the show reacting to an overnight shooting where nearly 20 shots were fired at a 16-year-old in a targeted attack. The hosts discuss how reckless violence doesn’t just endanger one person — it puts entire families and neighborhoods at risk. The conversation turns to a disturbing case involving a tutor at Bradley Tech who was charged after allegedly having sexual contact with a 14-year-old student. Homer reads portions of the criminal complaint, and both hosts question how situations like this happen — including whether there should be minimum age requirements for certain school-based roles. The discussion continues with Dame pointing out that sometimes warning signs are visible long before charges are filed — including behaviors and comments that give off “creep vibes.” They explore the importance of awareness, boundaries, and protecting young people. The show closes with a broader call for stricter consequences and stronger safeguards when adults violate trust in schools, emphasizing that accountability must be firm when it comes to protecting children.

    49 Min.

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    7 AM: Jesse Jackson’s Legacy & City Hall Chaos (Hour 1)

    Homer Blow and Dame Ellzey open the show reflecting on the life and legacy of the late Rev. Jesse Jackson. Dame shares how Jackson’s historic presidential run inspired him at a young age, while Homer tells a personal story about receiving a Rainbow PUSH Coalition pin directly from Jackson — a keepsake he still holds onto today as a symbol of leadership and sacrifice. The conversation shifts to City Hall, where tensions boiled over after Milwaukee Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa filed a formal complaint against Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., alleging verbal abuse and intimidation during a confrontation in her office. Homer and Dame unpack what this means for professionalism and leadership inside local government. The discussion continues with callers weighing in on the ongoing disputes between council members and what it says about decorum in public office. In the final segment, Homer and Dame talk about why so many conflicts happen behind closed doors, and Dame makes the point that as a Black man in leadership, self-control and composure are not optional — they’re essential.

    46 Min.

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    7 AM: Civil Rights Legacy & Community Accountability (Hour 1)

    Homer and Bailey opened the show with a heartfelt tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson following his passing at age 84. They reflected on how he helped turn the civil rights movement into political action, his presidential campaigns, and his lasting influence on leaders like President Barack Obama. Homer shared a personal story about receiving a Rainbow Coalition pin directly from Jackson, while Bailey spoke about meeting him early in her radio career. They also honored Milwaukee community leader Akuwa Dantzler for her behind-the-scenes dedication to the city before closing the segment with a moment of silence. The hour then shifted briefly to lighter news with reaction to a bizarre story about a man who allegedly stole a police squad car and told officers his name was “Jesus.” But the tone turned serious again as they broke down a viral Family Dollar video showing a security guard dragging and striking an intoxicated customer. Homer and Bailey questioned whether the force used was excessive and stressed that stress, frustration, or workplace pressure are never excuses for losing control.

    46 Min.

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    8 AM: Viral Video Debate, Inner-City Business & Local Crime (Hour 2)

    Homer and Bailey continued the discussion about the Family Dollar incident, emphasizing that if the video hadn’t been recorded, the story may have been flipped or ignored. Callers weighed in with strong opinions, including criticism of the guard’s actions and calls for accountability. Monty, the man who recorded the video, joined the show to describe what he witnessed and why he believed the force used was excessive and unnecessary. The conversation expanded into a debate about shopping in inner-city stores. Bailey made it clear that wanting a calm shopping experience doesn’t mean she’s against her community. Callers argued that avoiding neighborhood stores contributes to closures, while the hosts stressed that customers still deserve professionalism and safety. The hour closed with discussion of federal SNAP fraud charges against a local store owner and a tragic homicide-suicide in Milwaukee, highlighting concerns about accountability, violence, and the direction of the community.

    47 Min.
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Milwaukee’s wake-up call to what matters. Every weekday, we bring you the latest headlines from around the city, across the country, and within the Black community—blending sharp analysis, real voices and just the right dose of levity.

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