Talk My Credo

Donte Credo

Talk My Credo brings together a crew of friends who dig beneath the headlines to unpack what society, politics, and culture actually mean for our communities. Every episode rides the full spectrum - from laugh-out-loud moments to conversations that stop you mid-scroll and make you think. No surface-level takes. No performative dialogue. Just real people holding real beliefs and pushing the culture forward. This is infotainment built for the culture - sharp enough to challenge you, raw enough to make you feel it, and real enough to keep you coming back. 🎙 New Episodes Every Week 🔥 Unapologetic. Unfiltered. Undeniably Black. 💭 Society. Culture. Community. All through the Black lens. ✊🏿 Your credo. Our conversation. Tap In & Lets Get Active Join the Conversation & Push the Culture Forward.

  1. 2d ago

    Stop Calling Everything “Black Culture”

    Welcome back to Talk My Credo Podcast EP217! This week, the crew tackles a difficult but necessary question: What is the difference between Black culture and “ghetto” culture—and have we made the mistake of treating them as the same thing? The conversation begins with each member defining what the word “ghetto” means to them before examining the traditions, values, creativity, history, and shared experiences that make up Black culture. Are destructive behaviors sometimes defended simply because they exist within parts of the Black community? Does criticizing those behaviors unfairly attack Black people—or can honest criticism help protect and strengthen the culture? The crew debates whether struggle has become confused with identity, whether stereotypes are being reinforced from within and outside the community, and how we can separate authentic Black culture from behaviors that should not define an entire people. After the main discussion, the crew returns with The Shenanigan Report, covering the LeBron James-to-Philadelphia conversation, a heated Panthers versus Cowboys debate, Donald Trump’s latest antics, a review of Kevin Hart’s 72 Hours, Dee’s new tattoo, and plenty of classic Talk My Credo foolishness. In this episode:✊ Black culture versus “ghetto” culture 🧠 What the word “ghetto” actually means 🗣️ Are harmful behaviors being protected as culture? 🏀 The LeBron James and Philadelphia discussion 🏈 Carolina Panthers versus Dallas Cowboys 🎬 Kevin Hart’s 72 Hours review 😂 The Shenanigan Report and TMC crew moments ⏱️ Chapter Timestamps00:00 – Monologue 01:18 – Intro & Shenanigans 04:00 – Black Culture vs. Ghetto Culture 20:00 – What Does “Ghetto” Mean to You? 30:05 – Is Black Culture the Same as Ghetto Culture? 45:47 – Are We Protecting Ghetto Behavior as Black Culture? 01:01:55 – Break & Promo 01:02:40 – The Shenanigan Report 01:05:00 – LeBron James to Philadelphia Discussion 01:07:08 – Dee vs. P Shaw: Panthers & Cowboys Debate 01:15:43 – Trump Being Trump 01:29:05 – Kevin Hart’s 72 Hours Movie Review 01:59:44 – Dee’s New Tattoo by Brittney From Gaffney 02:00:44 – P Shaw’s Benediction 🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, current events, politics, entertainment, relationships, sports, and society through honest conversations, thoughtful perspectives, and plenty of humor. 💬 Join the conversation: • How would you define Black culture? • What does the word “ghetto” mean to you? • Can harmful behavior be criticized without attacking Black people? • Are struggle and dysfunction too often mistaken for authentic culture? Like the video, subscribe, and join the Talk My Credo community for conversations that challenge the narratives surrounding Black life and culture. #TalkMyCredo #BlackCulture #GhettoCulture #BlackCommunity #CultureDebate #Podcast #SocialCommentary Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkmycredo/donations

    Stop Calling Everything “Black Culture”

  2. Jul 23

    Dear Jay-Z, Black Capitalism & Black Liberation Are NOT The Same...

    Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast! This week, the crew moves from hilarious internet stories into a much deeper conversation about money, family, ownership, and Black liberation. We react to Jay-Z’s major New York performance, discuss his evolution from rapper to businessman, and examine what his success represents for the Black community. Does creating individual wealth translate into collective power—or have we confused Black capitalism with Black liberation? The conversation becomes even more personal as the crew breaks down a family conflict involving infidelity and money. Donte shares his own experience with financial disputes within a family, opening an honest discussion about loyalty, entitlement, boundaries, and how money can expose unresolved problems. We also address Memphis Bleek’s controversial perspective, the difference between supporting successful Black individuals and building sustainable Black institutions, and what real economic progress should look like for our communities. Before the deeper discussions, we react to a husband ending his relationship after his wife joined Chris Brown onstage, a Jersey Mike’s employee standing up to an entitled customer, World Cup celebrations, and plenty of classic TMC shenanigans. In this episode:🎤 Jay-Z’s New York performance and business legacy 💰 Black capitalism vs. Black liberation 🗣️ Memphis Bleek’s controversial comments 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family conflict involving infidelity and money 💭 Donte shares a personal family-money experience 🎶 The Chris Brown onstage relationship controversy ⚽ World Cup reactions 😂 Classic Talk My Credo conversations ⏱️ Chapter Timestamps00:00 – Intro 08:00 – Husband Kicks Out Wife for Getting on Stage With Chris Brown 14:30 – Jersey Mike’s Employee Stands Up to an Entitled Customer 23:45 – The Moo Moo Debate 30:52 – Spain Wins the World Cup and Donte Celebrates 39:00 – Promo Break 39:47 – Family Drama Involving Infidelity and Money 54:10 – Donte Shares His Own Family-Money Story 01:02:50 – Jay-Z’s New York Performance and Business Moves 01:22:30 – Memphis Bleek’s Controversial Perspective 01:29:28 – Black Capitalism vs. Black Liberation 01:36:00 – The Benediction 🎙️ Talk My Credo explores Black culture, current events, music, relationships, politics, business, and society through honest discussion, thoughtful perspectives, and plenty of humor. 💬 Join the conversation: • Is creating more Black millionaires enough to empower the community? • What is the difference between Black capitalism and Black liberation? • Should family members feel entitled to someone else’s financial success? • What did Jay-Z’s evolution teach us about ownership and influence? Like the video, subscribe, and join the Talk My Credo community for more conversations that go beyond the headlines. #TalkMyCredo #JayZ #BlackCapitalism #BlackLiberation #BlackWealth #BlackCulture #Podcast Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkmycredo/donations

    Dear Jay-Z, Black Capitalism & Black Liberation Are NOT The Same...

  3. Jul 15

    RIP Nolan Wells... When Tragedy Forces Us To Reflect

    Welcome back to *Talk My Credo Podcast #214!* This week starts with laughs but ends with one of our most heartfelt conversations yet. After Donte admits he completely slept on *Tierra Whack* and shares his favorite female artists, the crew dives into another edition of **The Shenanigan Report**, covering everything from **Conor McGregor's failed comeback**, the ongoing **Caitlin Clark and WNBA controversy**, viral internet moments, and World Cup drama. But the heart of this episode centers on the tragic story of **Nolan Wells**. Using that heartbreaking story as a starting point, we have an honest conversation about violence, racism, accountability, and what these moments reveal about the society we're building. Rather than reacting to headlines alone, we ask the bigger questions about community, responsibility, and how we move forward. This is one of our most reflective episodes of the year. ----- In this episode: 🎵 Donte discovers Tierra Whack & talks favorite female artists 🥊 Conor McGregor's comeback falls short 🏀 Caitlin Clark, the WNBA & political controversy 🌎 World Cup drama and racism 🕊️ The tragedy of Nolan Wells 💭 Violence, accountability & community reflection --- ⏱️ Chapter Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 03:16 – Donte apologizes for sleeping on Tierra Whack & favorite female artists 10:29 – The Shenanigan Report: Conor McGregor returns 12:50 – Streamer University controversy 16:48 – Stacey Dash reactions 19:44 – Caitlin Clark, the WNBA & political debate 29:21 – Speak Life Give Life 33:55 – Fun's Out, Buns Out 43:25 – Donte reflects on returning to school 47:33 – Call-In Show Promo 48:18 – World Cup stories 01:02:15 – Racism controversy involving a Paraguay senator 01:13:16 – No Longer Accepting Violence from Racism 01:28:00 – The tragedy of Nolan Wells 02:05:00 – Benediction --- 🎙️ *Talk My Credo* is where Black culture, current events, music, sports, politics, and society come together through thoughtful conversations, honest perspectives, and plenty of laughs. 💬 *Join the conversation:* • What lessons should we take away from the Nolan Wells tragedy? • Do politics have a place in sports conversations like the Caitlin Clark debate? • Which discussion from today's episode impacted you the most? If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to *like, subscribe, and join the Talk My Credo community* for new conversations every week. #TalkMyCredo #NolanWells #CaitlinClark #TierraWhack #BlackCulture #Podcast #CurrentEvents Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkmycredo/donations

    RIP Nolan Wells... When Tragedy Forces Us To Reflect

  4. Jul 8

    Are We Destroying Our Own Culture? Yung Miami, India Aire, & The Great Disconnect

    Welcome back to Talk My Credo Podcast #213! This week, the crew dives into one of the most important cultural conversations in hip-hop right now: Is today's music helping or hurting Black culture? Using the controversy surrounding Yung Miami's "Spend Dat", along with criticism from India.Arie and Nicci Gilbert, and responses from Trick Daddy and Uncle Luke, we break down how music influences values, identity, and the next generation. Does art simply reflect culture—or does it actively shape it? Can we support artistic freedom while still holding space for accountability within our communities? Before we get into that, we kick things off with a recap of our July 4th weekend, react to some of the internet’s wildest viral moments—including racist Facebook groups getting trolled, the B2K vs. Pretty Ricky Verzuz, and a UPS driver who finally snapped on aggressive dogs—and even address some unexpected podcast drama. This is one of our most thought-provoking episodes yet—you don’t want to miss it. In this episode:🎵 Yung Miami's "Spend Dat" controversy 🎤 India.Arie, Nicci Gilbert, Trick Daddy & Uncle Luke respond 🧠 Does music influence culture—or simply reflect it? ✊ The future of Black culture and community accountability 😂 July 4th stories, Verzuz, viral news & classic Talk My Credo moments ⏱️ Chapter Timestamps:00:00 - Intro & July 4th Weekend Recap 08:35 - Viral Photos of White Supremacist Group Patriot Front on a Bus 14:00 - Black people takes over White Racist Facebook Group 18:25 - Russian Couple Climbs Empire State Building for Love 22:38 - B2K vs Pretty Ricky Verzuz 30:16 - UPS Driver Defends Himself from Dog? 34:35 - Addressing The Former Member 44:12 - Call Us And Be Part of the Show 45:00 - More Petty Shenanigans 49:00 - 'Spend Dat', India Aire & Nicci Gilbert's criticisms 57:00 - 'Freedom of Speech & Art' Perspective 1:02:05 - Is The Culture Raising Your Kids? 1:05:45 - Trick Daddy & Luke's defense of Yung Miami's song 1:11:38 - Dee BLASTS Tricky Daddy & Luke & The Power of Music 1:16:15 - Defining Culture and the Black Disconnect 1:22:10 - Are We Supporting White Supremacy? 1:30:57 - Reminiscing on the Past 1:30:36 - India Responds To The Criticisms 1:39:20 - We're Poisoning Our Own Culture 1:43:15 - The Benediction 🎙️ Talk My Credo is where Black culture, current events, music, politics, relationships, and society collide through honest conversations, thoughtful perspectives, and a little humor along the way. 💬 Join the conversation: • Does hip-hop shape culture, or does it simply mirror society? • Should artists be held responsible for the messages in their music? • Where do you think the culture is headed over the next decade? If you enjoyed this discussion, like the video, subscribe, and join the Talk My Credo community for new episodes every week. #TalkMyCredo #YungMiami #IndiaArie #HipHop #BlackCulture #Podcast #CurrentEvents Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkmycredo/donations

    Are We Destroying Our Own Culture? Yung Miami, India Aire, & The Great Disconnect

  5. Jul 1

    The Real Meaning Behind "Black Fatigue"

    Welcome back to another episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast! After returning from a trip to Nassau, Bahamas, Donte reflects on history, culture, and perspective before the crew dives into one of the episode's biggest conversations: What does "Black Fatigue" actually mean? Inspired by the debate surrounding Oak Bluffs and Black spaces, the crew explores the meaning of the phrase, why it has sparked so much discussion online, and what it says about identity, community, and the importance of preserving spaces with cultural significance. Along the way, we recap the BET Awards, react to a failed protest attempt outside the event, discuss the controversy surrounding a Confederate flag shirt worn by a K-pop performer, examine PragerU's messaging on race and history, and tackle several other stories shaping the culture. In this episode:🏝️ Donte recaps his trip to Nassau, Bahamas 🏆 BET Awards recap and standout moments 🚩 The Confederate flag controversy and K-pop discussion 📚 PragerU, history, and race 🏘️ Oak Bluffs, Black spaces, and the "Black Fatigue" debate 😂 Classic Talk My Credo conversations and laughs Chapters: 00:00 - Pre-Show Warmup 01:03 - Donte’s Bahamas Recap 04:01 - Trauma Tours, Colonization, & Culture 07:06 - Kesh’s Work Meeting Fail 09:21 - The Knicks Trash Can Hustle 12:27 - BET Awards Recap 14:03 - Lauryn Hill Gets Her Flowers 17:43 - BET Fashion: Best, Worst, & Questionable 21:20 - Janet Jackson, Fedoras, & Friendly Fire 24:41 - Donte Defends His Fedora Era 29:16 - China Davis Is On The Scene 33:59 - New Build Homes & Water Heater Problems 36:04 - The BET Awards Protest Backfires 41:36 - Don’t Feed The Ragebait 43:29 - Asian Boycott, White Approval, & Accountability 48:35 - K-Pop, Black Music, & The Confederate Flag Controversy 49:33 - The “Vintage T-Shirt” Apology Breakdown 56:06 - PragerU, Paid Talking Points, & Token Politics 59:59 - Reparations, History, & The Victimhood Debate 01:04:05 - Call In & Be Part Of The Show 01:05:27 - Oak Bluffs, Black Wealth, & Black Spaces 01:09:47 - The “Black Fatigue” Debate 01:17:15 - Kesh Adds Context To The Conversation 01:22:01 - Racist Spaces Are Boring 01:23:50 - Protecting Black Spaces With Love 01:37:05 - KT’s Benediction 🎙️ Talk My Credo is a podcast exploring Black culture, current events, entertainment, politics, history, and society through thoughtful discussion, authentic conversation, and humor. If you enjoy conversations that challenge perspectives while celebrating culture, subscribe and join the TMC family. 💬 Join the conversation: • What does "Black Fatigue" mean to you? • Why do culturally significant Black spaces matter? • What was your biggest takeaway from this week's BET Awards? #TalkMyCredo #BlackCulture #BlackFatigue #BETAwards #PragerU #Podcast #CurrentEvents Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkmycredo/donations

    The Real Meaning Behind "Black Fatigue"

  6. Jun 24

    Would Malcolm X's Approach Work Better Today?

    Happy Juneteenth! In this episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast, the crew reflects on the meaning of Juneteenth, the conversations surrounding Black history, and the lessons we can apply to our communities today. What begins as a discussion about Juneteenth evolves into a deeper conversation about economic power, cultural identity, accountability, and one of the most important questions in Black American history: **Would Malcolm X's approach be more effective today than Martin Luther King Jr.'s?** Along the way, the crew tackles a variety of topics, from everyday life and relationships to community issues and cultural debates. Topics include: ✊ Juneteenth and the pushback surrounding it 🏛️ The African American Museum experience 🤔 Malcolm X vs. Martin Luther King Jr. philosophies 💰 Economic boycotts and community power 🎯 Calling out insecurity and attention-seeking behavior 👨‍👧 Parenting and public space debates 🍝 The squash spaghetti experiment 😭 ⚖️ Reactions to recent racial controversies 🎵 Jay-Z's Target partnership and community reactions This episode blends Black history, culture, community discussion, humor, and current events into one thoughtful conversation. 👇 Join the discussion: • Which philosophy resonates more today: MLK or Malcolm X? • What does Juneteenth mean to you? • Are economic boycotts still effective in 2026? --- ⏱️ CHAPTERS (Add chapter list here once finalized) --- 🎙️ Talk My Credo Podcast Real conversations about: ✔ Black Culture ✔ Society & Current Events ✔ Black History ✔ Community Building ✔ Personal Growth & Accountability Subscribe for weekly discussions that challenge perspectives, spark dialogue, and push the culture forward. #TalkMyCredo #Juneteenth #BlackHistory #MalcolmX #MLK #BlackCulture #BlackPodcast #AfricanAmerican #CommunityDiscussion #SocietyAndCulture Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkmycredo/donations

    Would Malcolm X's Approach Work Better Today?

  7. Jun 21

    The Double-Edged Sword of Black Resistance

    What do people still misunderstand about Black America? In this episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast, the crew dives into a series of conversations surrounding identity, culture, community, media narratives, and the challenges that come with being treated as a monolith. From viral controversies and social media debates to deeper conversations about resistance, accountability, and community growth, this episode explores issues that continue to shape the way Black Americans are perceived and discussed. Topics include: 🎤 Dee's unforgettable karaoke night 🏀 Celebrating the New York Knicks 🇺🇸 America turns 250 years old 📰 Viral claims involving Michelle Obama 📱 The UK social media ban for minors ⚖️ Community reactions to recent racial controversies 🗣️ Why Black people are not a monolith ✊ The double-edged sword of Black resistance 🤔 Do accusations sometimes reveal more than we realize? 📬 Donte's encounter with an irate customer 📖 Revisiting MLK's legacy and strategy This episode blends culture, history, humor, politics, and personal experiences into one honest conversation about where we are—and where we're headed. 👇 Join the discussion: • Why do people expect Black Americans to think alike? • What does healthy resistance look like? • Is disagreement within a community a strength or a weakness? --- ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 00:40 – Dee's karaoke night 08:12 – Congrats to the New York Knicks 11:12 – America turns 250 & Michelle Obama controversy 22:07 – UK bans social media for minors 37:47 – Viral racist rant discussion 51:40 – Reflecting on recent channel growth 53:22 – Chicago park controversy 1:00:28 – Jeff Metcalf discussion 1:13:47 – Call us & promo 1:16:03 – We Are NOT A Monolith 1:22:38 – The Double-Edged Sword of Black Resistance 1:28:50 – Accusations Are Confessions? 1:31:53 – Donte's irate customer story 1:39:42 – Did MLK make a mistake? 1:52:55 – Benediction --- 🎙️ Talk My Credo Podcast Real conversations about: ✔ Black Culture ✔ Society & Current Events ✔ Community Issues ✔ Politics & Media ✔ Personal Growth & Accountability Subscribe for weekly conversations that challenge assumptions, spark dialogue, and push the culture forward. #TalkMyCredo #BlackCulture #BlackVoices #SocietyAndCulture #BlackPodcast #CommunityDiscussion #CurrentEvents #CultureCommentary #MLK #Podcast Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkmycredo/donations

    The Double-Edged Sword of Black Resistance

  8. Jun 16

    Karmelo Anthony's Verdict & Our Need To Value One Another Again

    Are We Finally Ready To Build Our Own Again? Because Nobody is coming to save us! We have been having some amazing conversations surrounding Asian history and their anti-blackness, reigniting group economics within our community, and more. Now that we've worked diligently to PROTECT our home, now its time we move the conversation to CLEANING our home! In this episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast, the crew tackles difficult but necessary conversations about accountability, community building, self-improvement, and whether we're truly prepared to create stronger institutions, businesses, and support systems for ourselves. Along the way, we discuss honesty versus transparency, public behavior, community responsibility, and the lessons we can learn from recent events. Topics include: 🎬 Reviewing Kevin Hart's *Die Hart* 🎤 Yvonne Orji's comedy special review 🗣️ Honesty vs transparency: what's the difference? 🤝 Highlighting Asian allies and community solidarity 🏘️ Why it's time to "clean our own house" 💰 Building stronger communities and institutions ⚖️ Reacting to the Karmelo Anthony verdict 📖 Lessons from recent community tragedies 💭 What accountability really looks like This episode is one of our most honest conversations about growth, responsibility, and the future of our communities. 👇 Join the discussion: • Are we doing enough to support our own communities? • What's the difference between honesty and transparency? • What changes would make the biggest impact in the next generation? --- ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro & shenanigans 02:00 – The meaning of waking up at 3am 06:35 – Reviewing *Die Hart* 10:43 – Yvonne Orji comedy special review 14:42 – Honesty vs transparency 21:00 – Glitter is your greatest weapon 😭 22:57 – Back to honesty vs transparency 28:28 – Highlighting Asian allies & solidarity 40:35 – Call the show & be part of the conversation 41:16 – It's time to clean our home 51:20 – Public behavior & accountability 56:35 – Why don't we value each other? 1:03:34 – A prime opportunity for change 1:17:25 – Reacting to the Karmelo Anthony verdict 1:29:50 – Community value and accountability 1:36:30 – Preventing future tragedies 1:39:30 – Confronting the real issues 1:41:54 – Benediction & closing thoughts --- 🎙️ Talk My Credo Podcast Real conversations about: ✔ Black Culture ✔ Community Building ✔ Society & Current Events ✔ Personal Growth ✔ Accountability & Empowerment Subscribe and turn on notifications for weekly discussions that challenge perspectives, inspire action, and encourage meaningful dialogue. #TalkMyCredo #BlackEmpowerment #BlackCulture #CommunityBuilding #BlackVoices #SocietyAndCulture #BlackPodcast #CurrentEvents #PersonalGrowth #Podcast Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/talkmycredo/donations

    Karmelo Anthony's Verdict & Our Need To Value One Another Again
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Talk My Credo brings together a crew of friends who dig beneath the headlines to unpack what society, politics, and culture actually mean for our communities. Every episode rides the full spectrum - from laugh-out-loud moments to conversations that stop you mid-scroll and make you think. No surface-level takes. No performative dialogue. Just real people holding real beliefs and pushing the culture forward. This is infotainment built for the culture - sharp enough to challenge you, raw enough to make you feel it, and real enough to keep you coming back. 🎙 New Episodes Every Week 🔥 Unapologetic. Unfiltered. Undeniably Black. 💭 Society. Culture. Community. All through the Black lens. ✊🏿 Your credo. Our conversation. Tap In & Lets Get Active Join the Conversation & Push the Culture Forward.

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  • Creator
    Donte Credo
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    217
  • Rating
    Explicit
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