7 episodes

Join two young black college students, Justin Jackson and Brandee Permenter, as they create an open environment to discuss what it’s really like to be Black in a system that wasn’t designed for Blacks to succeed. With goals of empowering, educating, and uplifting the black community, especially the black youth, they give insights on what it means to be young and black in America. All while trying to get ahead in the world of business themselves. Each conversation will provide educational awareness for Non-Blacks, so they may gain perspective on what it truly means to be Black in Business.

Black in Business Black in Business

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.9 • 32 Ratings

Join two young black college students, Justin Jackson and Brandee Permenter, as they create an open environment to discuss what it’s really like to be Black in a system that wasn’t designed for Blacks to succeed. With goals of empowering, educating, and uplifting the black community, especially the black youth, they give insights on what it means to be young and black in America. All while trying to get ahead in the world of business themselves. Each conversation will provide educational awareness for Non-Blacks, so they may gain perspective on what it truly means to be Black in Business.

    Justin on Phi Beta Sigma Inc.

    Justin on Phi Beta Sigma Inc.

    Listen in as Justin Jackson talks about his experience as Phi Beta Sigma, Inc. Fraternity’s newest member!

    • 21 min
    Experiences of a Young Black Woman

    Experiences of a Young Black Woman

    What are some struggles that black women face? Specifically, academically or in the professional world? How do they deal with this and/or overcome it? Listen in as Brandee Permenter shares some personal stories in order to provide some perspective to these questions, alongside Justin Jackson’s commentary.

    • 25 min
    Experiences of a Young Black Man

    Experiences of a Young Black Man

    What are some struggles that black men face? Specifically, academically or in the professional world? How do they deal with this and/or overcome it? Listen in as Justin Jackson shares some personal stories in order to provide some perspective to these questions, alongside Brandee Permenter’s commentary.

    • 29 min
    Let's Have a Talk

    Let's Have a Talk

    Many of those not affected by racism believe that it no longer exists, but this is far from true. Join Justin Jackson and Brandee Permenter as they discuss how racism is still prevalent today, but may not be widely discussed at home by those outside of the black community. Guest, Kelsey Field teams up with the two, to provide insight and perspective on the topic. She shares her story and what she has learned through her own experiences.

    • 33 min
    The Movement in Sports

    The Movement in Sports

    Sports have long-time been an integral part in the overall push against black injustice. In more recent years, it has been a part of, and influenced by the Black Lives Matter movement. Sports provides an captivating platform for athletes and organizations to speak up about racial injustice and now in 2020, both are using their stage to speak out.

    Join Justin Jackson and Brandee Permenter as they discuss a few popular topics around sports and the Black Lives Matter movement. Dive into the conversation about “The Movement in Sports.”

    • 28 min
    What It All Means

    What It All Means

    Join two young black college students, Justin Jackson and Brandee Permenter, as they create an open environment to discuss what it’s really like to be Black in a system that wasn’t designed for Blacks to succeed. With goals of empowering, educating, and uplifting the black community, especially the black youth, they give insights on what it means to be young and black in America. All while trying to get ahead in the world of business themselves. Each conversation will provide educational awareness for Non-Blacks, so they may gain perspective on what it truly means to be Black in Business.

    • 41 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
32 Ratings

32 Ratings

Female QB ,

Empowering Discussions from our Youth!

Great start to the critical conversations that begin with the current racial unrest but definitely will expand beyond to how race impacts the lives of Black Americans through the lens of our young people! Well done👏🏽

Blue DT ,

Black in business

Young college students speaking on topics.
Speak out loud so everyone can hear your
2020 young peoples about to change the world. We are going to stand by them.
Hello Jason
Love you Brandee

Cuteshadowwolf ,

MUST listen!!

I’m so glad to see my peers speak out and use their platform to advocate for themselves/others. Much needed.

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