BEing Blunt

Sean B.

The Being Blunt Podcast is an online podcast that provides a sneak peak into my mind and how I process the issues facing our community. At time, I have to laugh to keep from crying but I feel the need to share with others who are ready to get off the sideline and make a difference.I will invite guests to join me for spirited debates and concurrence with the goal to promote our listeners to join in these conversations and freely be their “blunt” selves. I am a true southern gentleman from Louisiana who loves to engage in thought provoking conversations and even some spirited debates over a wide range of everyday topics. I hope to promote and encourage my listeners to join in these conversations and freely be their “blunt” selves.

  1. We Can't Stay In The Dark Anymore

    3d ago

    We Can't Stay In The Dark Anymore

    Show Notes: We Can’t Stay in the Dark Anymore🎙️ Episode Overview After a break, Being Blunt is back with a renewed purpose: helping listeners stay informed without feeling overwhelmed. This podcast is no longer just about conversation—it's about understanding the issues that affect our daily lives, breaking down complex topics, and creating space for informed discussion. What to Expect Going Forward 📅 New episodes once a month🎥 Expansion to YouTube✍️ Written content on Substack🎧 Availability on major podcast platforms⚖️ Simple explanations of politics and public policy📚 Book reviews and recommendations🔥 Trending topics impacting the Being Blunt community🎬 Entertainment and cultural discussionsMission: Stay informed, stay balanced, and stay engaged. Featured Topic: Supreme Court Ruling on Border Asylum AccessThe Question The Supreme Court recently addressed a key immigration issue: Can asylum seekers apply for asylum while standing at a U.S. port of entry if they have not yet physically entered the United States? The case centered on the meaning of the phrase: “Arrive in the United States”What the Court Ruled In Mullin v. Al Otro Lado (2026), the Supreme Court ruled 6–3 that a person standing outside the United States—even at a border crossing—has not yet “arrived in the United States” for purposes of federal asylum law. The Court held that asylum protections are triggered only after a person physically enters the country. [scotusblog.com], [supremecourt.gov] As a result, federal officials may prevent asylum seekers from entering U.S. territory before processing asylum claims under the challenged policy. [scotusblog.com], [supremecourt.gov] Why It Matters This decision affects: Who can access the asylum processWhen asylum protections beginHow border officials manage entry at ports of entryThe government's authority to regulate border accessThe ruling does not eliminate asylum, but it changes when an individual becomes eligible to invoke asylum procedures under federal law. [scotusblog.com], [supremecourt.gov] The Bigger Lesson One of the most important takeaways from this case is how much impact statutory language can have. The entire dispute revolved around the interpretation of a single phrase: “Arrive in the United States.”The Court's majority and dissent disagreed on what that phrase means, leading to significantly different views about who can access asylum protections at the border. [scotusblog.com], [supremecourt.gov] This is a reminder that: Laws matter.Court decisions matter.Understanding public policy matters.Even when a case may not affect you directly today, it can shape how government powers are exercised tomorrow. Sources & Further ReadingSupreme Court Opinion Supreme Court of the United States: Mullin v. Al Otro Lado (2026) [supremecourt.gov]Case Analysis SCOTUSblog: Justices side with Trump administration in border dispute over asylum seekers [scotusblog.com]Additional Reporting USA Today: Supreme Court rules asylum seekers can be turned back at U.S. border [usatoday.com]The Guardian: Supreme Court lets Trump administration turn back asylum seekers at U.S.–Mexico border [theguardian.com]🎤 Closing Thoughts You don't have to follow every headline. You don't have to become a political expert. But staying aware of the decisions that shape our lives is part of being an informed citizen. Knowledge is power—and we can't stay in the dark anymore. Being Blunt returns with new episodes monthly. See you next time. 🎙️

    6 min
  2. Hanging By A Thread

    11/05/2022

    Hanging By A Thread

    Our democracy has been challenged in the past few years.  We have also seen serious threats to the very promise of democracy. Most of us are aware that in 2021, over 400 bills restricting access to the vote were proposed in 49 states. As we engaged in our first redistricting process in a decade, politicians gerrymandered district lines to keep power within their own hands rather than the hands of their constituents. And one year ago today, our nation experienced an act of unprecedented domestic terrorism aimed at discrediting the results of a fair and free election.  Our nation is at a crucial turning point, how we proceed will determine whether our democracy survives. Our system of government is fractured, but the will of the people is strong. We don’t have a reputation for backing down and we will not give up now. Quite the opposite.  This episode is dedicated to the threat that is upon.   We must continue to fight and continue Being Blunt!!!! Reference:   https://www.lwv.org/blog/5-ways-defend-democracy-5-minutes https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/05/11/americans-in-denial-trump-threat-jan6-elections/ https://www.minnpost.com/eric-black-ink/2021/09/a-lifelong-conservative-on-the-dangers-of-donald-trump/

    8 min
  3. Let's Talk (Being Blunt Style)

    05/15/2022

    Let's Talk (Being Blunt Style)

    Are you tired of being sick and tired?  Mass shootings? Covid? Inflation? How much more can we take.  Sometimes, we just need to talk it out and get it off our chest. Don't worry Being Blunt gotcha as I want to unload my opinions too.  Come join me real quick and let's talk about  Covid-19; the Slap; Mid-Terms Elections; and Angry Americans.  I won't keep  you long.  I just need 5 minutes (truthfully, its 10 minutes) but who's counting.    Reference Material With variant on the rise, experts warn U.S. could face a Covid resurgence (statnews.com) https://www.rockthevote.org/ 5 Ways the Trump Administration’s Policies Have Harmed Children - Center for American Progress Americans are living in a big ‘anger incubator.’ Experts have tips for regulating our rage. - The Washington Post https://youtu.be/Zv0mKE6uk94 https://youtu.be/ow5kHhQkeaY

    11 min
  4. 1972 Southern University Shooting

    03/04/2022

    1972 Southern University Shooting

    Southern, the largest HBCU in the country at the time, had black faculty and a black president, but the purse strings were still being held by white elected officials. Figures showed only half as much money per pupil was being spent on students at Southern as was being spent on students at the predominately white LSU. Three or four weeks into the fall 1972 semester, students' dissatisfaction mounted. There was a vibe of unhappiness, The students wanted more teachers, more input into the curriculum, and a better physical space in which to learn. "And it started to build, and it started to build........ I invite you all to tune in to this episode to hear the final outcome of this tragedy that unfolded at Southern University of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  Links: The 1972 Southern University Shooting • (blackpast.org) Deadly 1972 protest at Southern University highlighted in new PBS documentary on HBCUs | Education | theadvocate.com I do not own the rights to the music in this episode.

    11 min
  5. Year in Review (2021)

    01/27/2022

    Year in Review (2021)

    Happy New Year Family!!!! I am back.  Join me as I recap 2021 on the Being Blunt Podcast.  Being Blunt is back with all new topics to keep you informed, and alert on local, national, and international issues.  I can't lie.  2021 was challenging.  I am glad to see parts of it in my rear-view mirror. When I embarked into this podcast, I gravitated to the role as a new era activist.  I enjoyed reporting out to the community I love about the injustices and the political strategies hurting as a people and a country.  It allowed me to vent my frustration while sharing action steps to counter those moves.    What I realize the emotional toll it was taking on me.  The constant attacks and maybe the disappointment of feeling like our actions were not enough.  I had to come to the realization that not everyone is ready to get off the sidelines.   And that is alright!!!   That just tells me I have more work to do but not at the expense of jeopardizing my own mental health.  Nevertheless, 2-Pac said it best, if my words and action can inspire some young person to change the world then I did my part.  And I am good with that.       So let’s have some fun this year while we handle our business.   Thank you for listening to this episode. Make sure you subscribe to Being Blunt Pod anywhere you listen to your podcasts.  Please leave a comment, rate, and review.  Do not be stingy, share the love and this episode with friends and family.   Also follow me on IG and Facebook @ Being Blunt Pod  LINKS: The 10 biggest news stories of the year | TheHill

    12 min
  6. Haiti's Price For Independence

    10/19/2021

    Haiti's Price For Independence

    When Haiti won its independence nearly 200 years ago, it came at a hefty price -- an estimated $21 billion today. The country spent the next century paying off the debt to its former slave owners, France. The island of Hispaniola, shared by Haiti and the Dominican Republic, was once the richest colony of the New World. The western third of the island — today’s Haiti — was known as Saint-Domingue and was a major destination of the transatlantic slave trade.  In this episode, you will hear me address how the African slaves provided the muscle for an economy during the 1780s  which produced 60% of the coffee and 40% of the sugar consumed in Europe. The French drove their sugar cane–cutting slaves especially hard. This cruel treatment ultimately led to the Haitian Revolution in 1791. The revolution influenced events across the Americas. The French emperor Napoleon gave up on the New World, selling the vast Louisiana Territory to the U.S. Haiti has been ruthlessly exploited by Western powers many times in its 200 years of independence. Western powers often propped up ineffective and corrupt Haitian governments under the strategy of not wanting another Cuba. But despite government corruption and acute poverty, Haitians are among the world’s most resilient people. And we wonder why Haiti is struggling?  We need to do right by our Haitian brothers and sisters....and yall know who I am talking about when I say "we".  Let's keep it Blunt..... How colonial-era debt helped shape Haiti's poverty and political unrest - ABC News (go.com) Haiti remains revolutionary despite history of adversity (usatoday.com)

    8 min
  7. Roe vs. Wade II (Time to Get Ready)

    09/22/2021

    Roe vs. Wade II (Time to Get Ready)

    Now that this anti-abortion bill is a reality in Texas, the state has one of the most restrictive abortion laws in the country. The measure bans abortions as early as six weeks into a pregnancy.  It allows private citizens to enforce the law by suing abortion providers and anyone else who might have helped. Since the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the law to take effect, make no mistake about it, Roe v. Wade is in jeopardy. The Being Blunt Podcast will dive into this case and talk about steps we need to take to preserve this landmark decision.  Keep up the fight!!!! Links: www.theiconicbond.com How States Can Protect Roe v. Wade in the Wake of Kavanaugh | Indivisible Texas created a blueprint for abortion restrictions. Republican-controlled states may follow suit. - The Washington Post Henry Wade - Wikipedia Norma McCorvey - Wikipedia Roe v. Wade (Decision January 22, 1973) | Subscript Law Roe v. Wade Fast Facts | CNN Texas abortion ban: Democrat says Roe v. Wade in jeopardy | wfaa.com

    8 min
  8. Getting Our Full History & Teaching Our Kids to Empower a New Future

    09/01/2021

    Getting Our Full History & Teaching Our Kids to Empower a New Future

    Highlights from the conversation:  [01:45] Sean Blount · Management position with the US Department of Agriculture · Developed his podcast from a “happy hour” with his colleagues [05:45] Critical Race Theory – how it’s impacting the space Critical Race Theory, or CRT, is a theoretical and interpretive mode that examines the appearance of race and racism across dominant cultural modes of expression. It is an academic framework on how we look at laws and policies that have shaped America at how it impacted us. Some of it, we hear frequently but we have done so much and are so involved. A lot of our history may not be pretty, it may have been violent and very dark, and however, a lot of it has been erased and are not taught to us. [13:15] Suppressing what really happened – doing our part teaching the history This could be a play on keeping what really happened which could be due to guilt. The reality is that just because history is not being taught in schools does not mean it will not get taught. This is where we have to take responsibility and learn the history ourselves so we can then teach our children what was not being taught in school. [19:33] Taking Responsibility - Educating ourselves and sharing what we learned Some people are busy being parents and living life that they have not just opened that door to allow themselves to take time and do the research. This is why we are on a movement to share what we learned and not keep it to ourselves. We play a big role as part of this whole movement to dismantle the system of oppression and suppression of true history and the education system. [22:25] Ripples that create a wave Doing things like going to the school board meetings, being a part of the PTA, educating our children – these are the small steps we can do to create that ripple. And with a whole bunch of ripples, we can create a wave! Catch up with Dr. Miaysha Clairborne by visiting her podcast and various other sites:  Maiysha Clairborne MD - Mind Remapping (mindremappingacademy.com) What is NLP? - Mind Remapping (mindremappingacademy.com) ‎The Black Mind Garden: ReMap Your Mind! Create a Life You Design on Apple Podcasts www.Anchor.fm/ReMapYourMind   Hosted by: Dr. Maiysha Clairborne Guest:  Sean B.

    51 min
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The Being Blunt Podcast is an online podcast that provides a sneak peak into my mind and how I process the issues facing our community. At time, I have to laugh to keep from crying but I feel the need to share with others who are ready to get off the sideline and make a difference.I will invite guests to join me for spirited debates and concurrence with the goal to promote our listeners to join in these conversations and freely be their “blunt” selves. I am a true southern gentleman from Louisiana who loves to engage in thought provoking conversations and even some spirited debates over a wide range of everyday topics. I hope to promote and encourage my listeners to join in these conversations and freely be their “blunt” selves.

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  • Creator
    Sean B.
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    27
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 BEing Blunt
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