⭐️🎙 Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len: Black News Roundup

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Tune into ”Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len,” your essential source for the latest headlines, stories, and insights impacting Black communities around the world. Each week, our hosts, Dave and Len, deliver in-depth analysis, thoughtful commentary, and interviews with influential voices, covering topics from social justice and politics to culture and innovation. Stay informed and engaged as we explore the stories that matter most, highlighting the achievements and addressing the challenges within our communities. Join us every week for an empowering and enlightening journey through the world of Black news. Part of the NBG Podcast Network! https://nbgpodcastnetwork.com/

  1. 5天前

    Doritos Mistake: AI Gun-Alert Sparks Armed Police Showdown

    Hosts Dave and Leonard discuss the week’s biggest stories: the federal shutdown delaying SNAP benefits, an AI gun-detection error that led to a Baltimore teen being handcuffed, and sweeping federal indictments tying NBA figures to illegal gambling and mob-run poker schemes. They also cover Target’s major layoffs after consumer boycotts over DEI changes, explore a psychologist’s take that no siblings share the same upbringing, and share personal concerns about AI’s impact on jobs, safety, and creativity. Listeners get a clear, conversational roundup of news, community impact, and the hosts’ personal takes and reactions.

    1 小时

  2. 10月22日

    Stephen A.'s Fiery D.C. Callout: Voices of the 'No Kings' Movement

    Hosts Dave and Len break down the week’s biggest stories: Stephen A. Smith’s heated remarks at a D.C. event, the controversy over a Trump-posted AI video depicting a fighter jet dropping feces on protesters, and the rising concerns about AI deepfakes — including misuse of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s likeness. They also discuss growing protests, notable conservatives who’ve criticized Trump, the challenges of social media and AI regulation, and close the show with a lighthearted Dave’s Corner riddle segment.

    56 分钟

  3. 10月15日

    Delaware NAACP’s New Voice: Fleur McKendell on Justice, Youth & DEI

    Hosts Dave and Len interview Fleur McKendell, president of the Delaware NAACP State Conference of Branches, about her leadership, advocacy priorities, and efforts to strengthen branches across the state. The episode covers youth engagement, education and health equity, criminal justice reform, DEI work, special-education layoffs, public-safety concerns, and concrete community actions and resources. Fleur also shares how to contact her and her consulting practice to get involved or request training and support.

    1 小时 28 分钟

  4. 10月8日

    Teacher’s ‘Funny’ Birthday Song Sparks Outrage After Student Humiliated

    Hosts Dave and Len discuss a viral classroom video where a white teacher sang a birthday rhyme comparing a six-year-old Black student to a monkey, prompting outrage and a district investigation. They also review a roundup of 13 U.S. towns with documented sundown histories, cover President Trump’s controversial comment about “two N‑words” and a poll showing Barack Obama’s higher favorability, and react to the Diddy verdict and sentencing.

    45 分钟

  5. 10月1日

    Karen Linette’s Viral Note: From Local Stages to Internet Stardom

    On this episode of Newz and Trendz, hosts Dave and Len welcome singer and actress Karen Linette to discuss her sultry career in the D.C. area, a viral impromptu collaboration that introduced her to millions, her musical influences and upcoming performances including a return to the Warner Theater. The show also covers news stories and segments on Candace Owens’ reaction to Charlie Kirk’s memorial, Metro Transit officer Kache Fields’ photographic memory used to track suspects, a sponsorship dispute around a Jacksonville Black Book Bash, and the hosts’ fun DeLorean-time-machine question for listeners.

    1 小时 21 分钟

  6. 9月16日

    From Wilmington Courts to Hall of Fame: Mark P. Sills on Youth, Hoops and Community

    Hosts Dave and Len welcome community leader Mark Sills to discuss his three-decade work running Urban Youth Inc., mentoring young athletes, organizing basketball leagues and tournaments, and leading the Delaware Afro‑American Sports Hall of Fame. He shares success stories, scholarship efforts, and his role preserving Delaware’s sports legacy. The episode also covers trending stories: Coco Gauff’s storytelling partnership, a historic concert at the Vatican featuring clips and Pharrell, a nine‑year‑old college neuroscience student, and the hosts’ sports talk and predictions.

    1 小时 15 分钟

  7. 9月10日

    Tabitha Brown Tells Struggling Entrepreneurs to ‘Get a Job’ — Outcry Erupts

    Music. Edition of Newz and Trendz with your hosts Dave and Len. In this episode, the hosts discuss Tabitha Brown’s viral advice telling some entrepreneurs to take a job, the Angie Stone family’s wrongful death lawsuit after a fatal highway crash, and a $20 million verdict for a Black nurse who said she faced retaliation for reporting racial discrimination. They also cover the Drewski whiteface/NASCAR skit controversy and commentary on comedy and cancel culture, local sports, and community updates, and close with listener riddles and show banter.

    1 小时 1 分钟

  8. 9月3日

    From Neighborhood to Statehouse: Shay Frisby Comeback Campaign

    On this episode of Newz and Trendz, hosts Dave and Len welcome community leader and candidate Shay Frisby to discuss her background, her narrow 2024 nomination loss, and her campaign priorities—living wages, affordable housing, justice reform, environmental justice and universal child care. The conversation also covers current headlines and community concerns: Cracker Barrel’s logo change and public reaction, a wrongful arrest tied to NYPD facial-recognition technology, online bullying after viral selfies, and local solutions for Claymont and Brandywine Hundred. Listeners are encouraged to get involved and follow Shea’s campaign.

    1 小时 35 分钟
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Tune into ”Newz and Trendz with Dave and Len,” your essential source for the latest headlines, stories, and insights impacting Black communities around the world. Each week, our hosts, Dave and Len, deliver in-depth analysis, thoughtful commentary, and interviews with influential voices, covering topics from social justice and politics to culture and innovation. Stay informed and engaged as we explore the stories that matter most, highlighting the achievements and addressing the challenges within our communities. Join us every week for an empowering and enlightening journey through the world of Black news. Part of the NBG Podcast Network! https://nbgpodcastnetwork.com/

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