Slingshot The Podcast

Slingshot The Podcast
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Slingshot The Podcast — The Misunderstood Voice. The Culture’s Power.  Hosted by Kadida Kenner, CEO of the New Pennsylvania Project, Slingshot is where bold conversations meet culture, politics, sports, and real-world issues. We amplify the voices too often overlooked or misrepresented—voices that move the culture forward. Kadida brings her background as a civil rights advocate and former TV producer into each episode, offering fresh perspectives on civic engagement, justice, and power.  Whether we’re talking policy or pop culture, this is unfiltered truth from the ground up.

  1. Jun 5

    It Takes Two

    "It Takes Two", but should it? In season 2, episode 8 of Slingshot The Podcast, we unpack Pennsylvania’s closed primary system, low voter turnout, and why more voters are feeling disconnected from the two major political parties. Plus, we break down key election results and what they could mean for November.  What we unpack:-Pennsylvania’s closed primary system and how it impacts independent and unaffiliated voters ability to vote  -What the 2026 primary election results and turnout numbers reveal about voter engagement  -Why many voters are frustrated with both major parties, and what needs to change to rebuild trust

    42 min

  2. May 22

    Somebody's Watching Me

    Inspired by Rockwell’s classic hit featuring Michael and Jermaine Jackson, Episode 7 of Season 2 unpacks how our privacy is being exploited every day in the digital space. In this episode: • How AI and smart devices collect your data • Alexa, smartphones, Ring cameras and digital surveillance • How social media tracks your conversations • Online scams targeting elders and kidsProtect your data and protect your people. This conversation is your reminder that the internet is forever. Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts (Spotify, Apple, etc) and watch us on YouTube.📌 Stay Connected: 🌐 Website: https://slingshotthepodcast.org/ 📸 Instagram: @slingshotthepodcast 📘 Facebook: @SlingshotThePodcast 📺 YouTube: @SlingshotThePodcast 📩 Media/Guest Inquiries: info@newpaproject.org

    35 min

  3. May 8

    The Choice is Yours

    “The Choice is Yours”In this powerful episode, our hosts take inspiration from Black Sheep’s classic 1991 hit “The Choice Is Yours” to break down why voting, especially in primary elections, matters now more than ever. Because you can get with this, or you can get with that on May 19th. From affordability and education to voting rights and political history, this episode blends culture, comedy, and community empowerment into a real conversation about democracy. In This Episode: -Why primary elections matter and how they shape who appears on the November general election ballot -Conversations on affordability, education funding, incarceration, and marijuana legalization -A powerful breakdown of the timeline and history of voting rights in America and what voters need to know, and what to bring, before heading to the polls on Tuesday, May 19th.  Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, or watch us on YouTube.SlingshotThePocast.org #BlackSheep #VotePA #ElectionDay #VotingRights #90sHipHop #Electability

    47 min

  4. Apr 24

    This is America

    When chaos becomes normal, how do you get folks to stay engaged? Episode 5 of Season 2 features Angie Hinton of PA Youth Vote  breaking down youth empowerment, political accountability, and why listening is the first step to real change. From media failures to political chaos, from disengaged voters to a generation raised in uncertainty, we’re asking the hard questions in this episode. -Why are people tuning out? -Who’s really being heard? -How do we take our power back? Because here’s the truth, if you don’t vote, you’re not a priority, and if you don’t use your power, someone else will. This conversation gets real about what’s broken and what it’ll take to fix it. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, or find us on YouTube

    44 min

  5. Apr 10

    Trading Places

    Wait…The Klan was founded by Democrats?!?! In Episode 4 of Season 2, hosts Kadida Kenner and Charles Gregory talk about how political parties have “Traded Places” and platforms, between President Eisenhower and now. This episode concentrates on the Southern Strategy, and why understanding that period in time matters.In this episode:-How the Democratic and Republican parties shifted ideologically over time -The truth behind the Southern Strategy and its political impact-Why common talking points about Lincoln, MLK, and the KKK need historical context-How celebrity commentary and misinformation shape political narratives online-Why younger generations are moving toward independent, issue-based thinking Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/sup... Slingshot The Podcast: The Misunderstood Voice, The Culture’s Power. Slingshot The Podcast is a platform for voices that are too often overlooked, misrepresented, or unheard. Through bold conversations on culture, sports, entertainment, and the forces shaping our world, we challenge narratives and amplify perspectives that matter. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement to inform, inspire, and empower the culture from the inside out. Media & booking: media@newpaproject.org

    40 min

  6. Mar 25

    Computer Love A.I., Love It or Hate It

    In Episode 3 of Season 2,  Kadida Kenner and Charles Gregory take on one of the biggest conversations shaping how we live and work right now: artificial intelligence. From research papers to deepfakes, jobs being replaced by AI and the environmental cost of data centers, this episode asks the questions a lot of people are already wrestling with: Is AI helping us, hurting us, or both? This conversation explores what AI really is, how people are using it, what makes it powerful, and why so many are uneasy about where it is headed. In this episode: How technology has changed from the library and microfiche to Google and ChatGPT Whether AI is a tool, a shortcut, or a threat The ethics of using AI at work, in schools, and in everyday life Deepfakes, generative AI, and the fear of losing control of what is real How AI can increase productivity, but also put pressure on jobs and creative work The environmental impact of data centers and what that means for our future Why communities need to understand AI in order to challenge it, shape it, and advocate around it responsibly 👇🏽 Drop a comment: Do you love AI, hate it, or are you still trying to figure it out? 🎥 Watch, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who cares about education, youth opportunity, and helping our communities see what’s possible. Catch all episodes of Slingshot The Podcast on YouTube or wherever you stream your podcasts — and don’t forget to subscribe to stay connected to the culture and the movement. Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/supportslingshot Slingshot The Podcast: The Misunderstood Voice, The Culture’s Power. Slingshot The Podcast is a platform for voices that are too often overlooked, misrepresented, or unheard. Through bold conversations on culture, sports, entertainment, and the forces shaping our world, we challenge narratives and amplify perspectives that matter. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement to inform, inspire, and empower the culture from the inside out. Media & booking: media@newpaproject.org

    50 min

  7. Mar 13

    I Go to Work

    In Episode 2 of Season 2, Kadida Kenner and Charles Gregory dig into the state of public education, the opportunities our young people deserve, and the beliefs that shape how they see themselves. This conversation asks a bigger question: What happens when children are taught to doubt their own potential? Inspired by the classic Kool Moe Dee anthem, “I Go to Work,” this episode is about what it takes to build stronger communities through education, confidence, and access. Special guest Professor Akil Parker, founder of All This Math, joins the show to talk about how math can open doors to careers, strengthen critical thinking, and help young people imagine a bigger future for themselves. In this episode: Public education and what is at stake for our communities Why access to opportunity matters The stories people tell themselves about math and intelligence How confidence in learning shapes career paths and future options Why representation and teaching style matter in the classroom How math shows up in everyday life, work, and decision-making A question we want you to sit with: Where did you get the information that says you are not good at math? 👇🏽 Drop a comment: Are you a math person, an English person, or both? And where did that belief come from? 🎥 Watch, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who cares about education, youth opportunity, and helping our communities see what’s possible. Catch all episodes of Slingshot The Podcast on YouTube or wherever you stream your podcasts — and don’t forget to subscribe to stay connected to the culture and the movement. Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/supportslingshot Slingshot The Podcast: The Misunderstood Voice, The Culture’s Power. Slingshot The Podcast is a platform for voices that are too often overlooked, misrepresented, or unheard. Through bold conversations on culture, sports, entertainment, and the forces shaping our world, we challenge narratives and amplify perspectives that matter. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement to inform, inspire, and empower the culture from the inside out. Media & booking: media@newpaproject.org

    49 min

  8. Feb 27

    Fight The Power

    Welcome to Season 2 of Slingshot The Podcast, where politics and culture meet in real time. In episode 1 of season 2, Kadida Kenner and Charles Gregory kick the conversation off by closing out Black History Month with two truths at once: the excellence we celebrate, and the power we still have to challenge. From the 2026 Winter Olympics to voting rights and the SAVE Act, from what young people are doing in the streets to what is happening in Congress, this episode is a reminder that the power is with the people. In this episode: Why Black History Month exists gets debated, and why that debate matters The BAFTA Awards controversy, disability, accountability, and harm We are not apes: a moment of reckoning, and a call to stay alert about what leaders amplify Black excellence on ice: historic Winter Olympics moments and why access to untraditional sports matters Why young people have always been on the front lines of social change, including local student protest moments The SAVE Act explained, and what it could mean for voter registration and your access to the ballot Honoring Rev. Jesse Jackson and “Keeping Hope Alive” as a necessity in2026 Take action: If you care about protecting voting rights, call your U.S. Senators and tell them where you stand on the SAVE Act. 👇🏽 Drop a comment: What part of this episode hit you the hardest, and what does “fight the power” look like in your life right now? 🎥 Watch, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who cares about voter turnout, election outcomes, civic engagement, and the real power of the people at the polls. Catch all episodes of Slingshot The Podcast on YouTube or wherever you stream your podcasts — and don’t forget to subscribe to stay connected to the culture and the movement. Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/supportslingshot Slingshot The Podcast: The Misunderstood Voice, The Culture’s Power. Slingshot The Podcast is a platform for voices that are too often overlooked, misrepresented, or unheard. Through bold conversations on culture, sports, entertainment, and the forces shaping our world, we challenge narratives and amplify perspectives that matter. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement to inform, inspire, and empower the culture from the inside out. Media & booking: media@newpaproject.org

    36 min
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Slingshot The Podcast — The Misunderstood Voice. The Culture’s Power.  Hosted by Kadida Kenner, CEO of the New Pennsylvania Project, Slingshot is where bold conversations meet culture, politics, sports, and real-world issues. We amplify the voices too often overlooked or misrepresented—voices that move the culture forward. Kadida brings her background as a civil rights advocate and former TV producer into each episode, offering fresh perspectives on civic engagement, justice, and power.  Whether we’re talking policy or pop culture, this is unfiltered truth from the ground up.

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  • Creator
    Slingshot The Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
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