Powell To The People Rebel Base 1

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Welcome to Rebel Base 1. Powell to the People is the premier podcast for progressive, left-leaning thought and unapologetic cultural commentary in a dystopian America. Hosted by comedian and nationally syndicated radio host Tony Powell, the show features Tony and his fellow Powells—Keith, Mark, and Derek—breaking down politics, pop culture, sports, and current events with a distinct, barbershop-style flair. We provide a "Grown Folk" perspective on the issues that matter. Think of us as "The Vintage People," your "Old School" uncles, and a double espresso shot of wisdom, always keeping it 100. Just like the Beatles or the Ninja Turtles, we know that the magic is in the chemistry: everyone loves a great foursome. From nostalgic pop-culture deep dives to hard-hitting realities of modern social justice, we cut through the mainstream noise to deliver authentic, progressive dialogue. Hit subscribe, leave a review, and join the rebellion at Rebel Base 1.

  1. 6d ago

    Nights Like This I Wish Raindrops Would Fall

    Episode 390: Remembering Michael Wright, Penn State’s Frat Cocaine Ring & "Mystery Meat"   Welcome back to Powell to the People: Rebel Base 1! Keith is away on vacation this week, so Tony Powell is flying solo with DP and TV news director Mark. It’s a packed episode that ranges from heartfelt Hollywood tributes to wild college horror stories, media critiques, and heavy political commentary.   On this week's episode, the crew discusses:   Remembering Michael Wright: Tony and DP pay tribute to the late, great actor Michael Wright, who recently passed away at 70. They reflect on his undeniable screen presence, his iconic "bad guy" roles, and his legendary performance as Eddie Kane Jr. in The Five Heartbeats and Ray Nathan in Sugar Hill. Out of respect for the late actor, DP announces he is officially retiring the "Eddie Kane Jr." moniker. The Penn State Fraternity Cocaine Ring: The guys break down the massive, pledge-involving cocaine distribution ring at Penn State. They discuss the lack of federal RICO charges, the "old boy" privilege of wealthy families, and how it mirrors the fictional university drug game in Power. Tony and Mark also share their own terrifying, Animal House-meets-horror-movie experiences attending wildly out-of-control white frat parties. Tariffs, Gas Prices, & "Mystery Meat": Trump's temporary plan to allow 300,000 tons of tariff-free imported ground beef to combat high prices has the guys asking: Where is the beef actually coming from? They joke about wild mustangs and "horse burgers" while discussing how $6-a-gallon gas and tariffs are being passed directly to the everyday consumer. The Teleprompter Nightmare: Mark uses his expertise as a TV news director to break down the technical nightmare of running a teleprompter for a president who struggles to read. He explains how staff have to drastically simplify scripts and "dumb down" the alphabet just to avoid on-air disasters. Global Pushback & Political Sellouts: The crew discusses how countries like Canada and Iran are finally standing up to US bullying, realizing "there's more of them than there is of him." Plus, Tony makes a bold prediction: Hakeem Jeffries and Stephen A. Smith are both angling for $30-million-a-year gigs at Fox News after fumbling the bag.   🎧 Don't miss a single beat! Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Powell to the People: Rebel Base 1 so you get notified every Tuesday at 12 PM.   📱 Follow Us on Social Media: Bluesky / TikTok: @powelltothepeeps   Rest in Power to the legendary Michael Wright. We'll see you next week on the same Bat channel! #MichaelWright #TheFiveHeartbeats #SugarHillMovie #BlackCinema #HollywoodTribute #90sRNB #BlackExcellence #PopCulturePodcast #TVNewsDirector #PoliticalCommentary #GasPrices #Tariffs #Inflation #MysteryMeat #EconomyCheck #HakeemJeffries #StephenASmith #FoxNews #PoliticalPredictions #UnfilteredPolitics

  2. Aug 18

    Hakeem Jeffries Is An SOB (Sold Out Brother)

    In this episode of Powell to the People Rebel Base One, Tony Powell is joined by Keith, Mark, and Derek Powell for a wide-ranging conversation that seamlessly blends hilarious family banter with urgent socio-political commentary. The crew kicks things off with a hilarious debate over strict travel routines, punctuality, and road trip snack etiquette. The conversation then shifts to hard-hitting cultural critiques, breaking down the NABJ’s failing grade for Stephen A. Smith, calling out political evasions by leaders like Hakeem Jeffries, and exposing the disconnect between politicians and the working class. In a sobering and vital segment, the hosts raise awareness about the suspicious, under-investigated deaths of young Black individuals across the country. Finally, they review the new Michael Jackson biopic, debating whether it’s a genuine tribute or a sanitized cash-grab that conveniently ignores the controversies. Tune in for the signature mix of unapologetic truth, cultural critique, and real talk. #PowellToThePeople #RebelBaseOne #BlackPodcasts #BlackTwitter #PodcastRecommendations #IndependentMedia #HakeemJeffries #MedicareForAll #WorkingClass #PoliticalCommentary #SocialJustice #BlackLivesMatter #ProtectBlackWomen #TruthToPower #RealTalk #Unapologetic #FamilyBanter #CulturalCritique #MustListen

  3. Aug 11

    Powell Kicks On Route 66

    In this week's episode the Powell's discuss a recent road trip to the hometown of our fathers. #Whitakers #NorthCarolina is a town in northeastern NC that time has left behind. Its a rural hamlet that lost its lifeline when the interstate was built, like many thriving small towns along the highways and byways of America prior to the Interstate highway system being built. #I95 #I10#I301 #I5 #I75 #i90 have connected large swaths of the country but have been a bane to small town America. The guys also say goodbye to #NBA coach #DonNelson , or #Nellie as he was affectionately known. There was a major earthquake in #Colombia . We hope the survivors of the #ColombianEarthquake recover soon. Former NBA star #BenSimmons is talking comeback. Ohhhhkayy. There is some ridiculousness happening with for NBA player #EnesKantor who wants to enter the #WNBADraft . What a loser.

  4. Aug 4

    Super Fly

    In this week's episode the The Powell men, Tony & Keith take a walk down memory lane and discuss #Blaxploitation Films. The guys have gotten hooked on #PamGrier #SoulFlix on #Roku. The 70s icon hosts a channel that plays iconic #Blackmovies from the 70s. Last week I watched a #Shaft marathon. #RichardRoundtree in the aforementioned Shaft , which started it all and the follow up #ShaftsBigScore and the surprisingly good #ShaftinAfrica. I finally saw #SuperFly from opening to closing credits while connecting the late great #CurtisMayfield soundtrack to the scenes. #BlackHollywood definitely had some misses but there were some real gems that came from the era. #JimBrown #FredWilliamson #IsaacHayes #GlynnTurman #EddieMurphy #jimkelly #RonOneal #NewYorkCity #GordonParks #MosesGunn

  5. Jul 28

    Good Cop Bad Cop

    In this week's episode the Powell men way in on policing in America. #ColinKaepernick was blackballed by the #NFL trying to bring attention to the issue of police brutality. America never got the memo. #CoreyRuiz in #MadisonWisconsin is the latest victim of #policebrutality. He was summarily executed in the street by #lawenforcement in the #Dairyland .There are definitely some shenanigans going on with the #NolanWells investigation in #Mississippi . We need more #police who come from the communities that they live in. #CommunityPolicing is needed. The #BlackPantherParty was formed because of this very issue 60 years ago. How are we still here? The guys also touched #LebronJames and the #Philadelphia76ers . #RyanClark was fired from #ESPN. #JacobFreytes #MountEden #TheBronx #TheBoogieDown #WilliamFerrer #NYPD  #Cosmetology

  6. Jul 21

    Gone Fishing

    In this week's episode the Powell men discuss the sporting life. Keith's #softball team is a profile in courage. If you lose 16-1 and you plan to go out on the field again, that's courageous. The fellas also went #fishing on a boat. This was Keith's first time, and apparently he did well. The conversation about boats leads to a serious discussion about #generationalwealth and #wealthdisparity among #BlackPeople . #Redlining , #GIBill , no access to #realestate in places like #levittown have all played a roll. #AmericasMayor #ZohranMamdani is looking to arrst #BibiNetanyahu for his #WarCrimes and send him to #TheHague. #Knicks dominated the #Espys . Congrats to #JalenBrunson #OGAnunoby #KAT

  7. Jul 14

    Empty Nesting

    In this week's episode the Powell men discuss the joy and pain of being an #emptynest parent. Depending on your perspective , its a win win or a lose lose. #SouthCarolina #SenatorLindseyGraham died suddenly. Sad to say, we won't miss him. #MitchMcConnell , however, is still  "alive" . At least that's what the photo of the #KentuckySenator and his wife #ElaineChao is trying to suggest. We don't believe it. Just another mystery to be solved like the , let's call it what it is , murder of #NolanWells in #Mississippi. This case reeks. Hopefully #benCrump and others get to the bottom of it. The #DogDaysofSummer #DrAnnieAndrews #Iran #Trump

  8. Jun 30

    You May Experience Side Effects

    In this week's episode the Powell men discuss sick care in the U.S. Our #heathcare sucks. Doctors prescribe medicines and then prescribe medicines to treat the symptoms/side efrects of the medicines they prescribed. #Statins , #bloodpressurepills , and #glp oh my! The guys also discuss the #earthquake in #Venezuela  . The #MayorofNYC #ZohranMamdani stays winning . The #DemocraticSocialistsofAmerica are winning. #NBATrades #Knicks #SecondApron #JamesDolan

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Welcome to Rebel Base 1. Powell to the People is the premier podcast for progressive, left-leaning thought and unapologetic cultural commentary in a dystopian America. Hosted by comedian and nationally syndicated radio host Tony Powell, the show features Tony and his fellow Powells—Keith, Mark, and Derek—breaking down politics, pop culture, sports, and current events with a distinct, barbershop-style flair. We provide a "Grown Folk" perspective on the issues that matter. Think of us as "The Vintage People," your "Old School" uncles, and a double espresso shot of wisdom, always keeping it 100. Just like the Beatles or the Ninja Turtles, we know that the magic is in the chemistry: everyone loves a great foursome. From nostalgic pop-culture deep dives to hard-hitting realities of modern social justice, we cut through the mainstream noise to deliver authentic, progressive dialogue. Hit subscribe, leave a review, and join the rebellion at Rebel Base 1.

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  • Creator
    Powell To The People
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
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