http://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradioBlack Teen Empowerment Radio is an collaboration between the Black Talk Media Project, National Black Teen Empowerment Expo and Better Baltimore Youth. The aim of the program is to foster dialogue about how African-American communities can better support youth and to discuss issues impacting Black teens and their families. Program airs live broadcasts on Sunday's at 3:00PM EST. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts, guests and callers do not necessarily represent those of the Black Talk Media Project™, National Black Teen Empowerment Expo, Better Baltimore Youth, Sponsors or Advertisers.enCopyright Scotty Reid (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 10:45:00 GMTSat, 23 Apr 2011 22:00:00 GMTYouthBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/05175851-9877-4bf9-9619-a80f46340b86_pridepowerpurpose.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradioBlack Teen Empowerment Radio is an collaboration between the Black Talk Media Project, National Black Teen Empowerment Expo and Better Baltimore Youth. The aim of the program is to foster dialogue about how African-American communities can better support youth and to discuss issues impacting Black teens and their families. Program airs live broadcasts on Sunday's at 3:00PM EST. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts, guests and callers do not necessarily represent those of the Black Talk Media Project™, National Black Teen Empowerment Expo, Better Baltimore Youth, Sponsors or Advertisers.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comyouth,education,teens,black teens,african american,black males,music,news,books,hip hopBlackTeenEmpowermentnoBlack Teen Empowerment Radio is an collaboration between the Black Talk Media Project, National Black Teen Empowerment Expo and Better Baltimore Youth. The aimepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/04/23/we-are-putting-blast-by-colt-45-on-blastYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/04/23/we-are-putting-blast-by-colt-45-on-blast/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/04/23/we-are-putting-blast-by-colt-45-on-blastSat, 23 Apr 2011 22:00:00 GMTWe are Putting Blast by Colt 45 on Blast!Paul Porter and Ministah Paul Scott join us again for another broadcast educating the community on the dangers of Pabst Brewing Co newest poison to hit the Black  community which they blatantly admitted that were targeting with the fruit flavored poison. 00:20:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoPabst Brewing Co,Blast By Colt 45,Malt Liquor,Youth,Binge DrinkingPaul Porter and Ministah Paul Scott join us again for another broadcast educating the community on the dangers of Pabst Brewing Co newest poison to hit the Blachttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/03/14/madeline-lon-gill-discusses-g2-media-and-violence-against-teensYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/03/14/madeline-lon-gill-discusses-g2-media-and-violence-against-teens/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/03/14/madeline-lon-gill-discusses-g2-media-and-violence-against-teensMon, 14 Mar 2011 13:30:00 GMTMadeline Long-Gill Discusses G2 Media and Violence against Teens The Black Teen Empowerment Crew welcomed Madeline Long-Gill to the program Sunday to discuss recent developments in new Internet-based technologies and the non-profit group Every Step Counts which addresses violence towards women, teens and children. 00:07:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoYouth,G2 Media,Violence,Cable Programming,TeensThe Black Teen Empowerment Crew welcomed Madeline Long-Gill to the program Sunday to discuss recent developments in new Internet-based technologies and the nonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/01/30/president-obama-says-the-best-anti-poverty-programYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/01/30/president-obama-says-the-best-anti-poverty-program/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/01/30/president-obama-says-the-best-anti-poverty-programSun, 30 Jan 2011 18:30:00 GMTPresident Obama says The Best Anti Poverty Program Is A Quality Education Joining us today was Keith Dent of Striving 2 Succeed! Keith Dent has been developing specific programs to help teens and their families achieve success where they may have had difficulties in the past. Whether it is academics, relationships, athletics, or preparing for college, Keith says he can coach young people to develop patterns and skill sets that will put them on a path to a brighter future. President Obama gave the 2011 State of the Union speech recently and while he discussed a number of issues from the economy to national unity, he spoke briefly about the need for investing in education, reforms and specific legislation designed to help students and their families. Full Podcast 00:03:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoEducation,Youth,Teen Coaching,Keith Dent,President ObamaJoining us today was Keith Dent of Striving 2 Succeed! Keith Dent has been developing specific programs to help teens and their families achieve successhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/01/23/modest-models-inc-missing-black-children-and-federYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/01/23/modest-models-inc-missing-black-children-and-feder/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/01/23/modest-models-inc-missing-black-children-and-federSun, 23 Jan 2011 19:30:00 GMTModest Models Inc, Missing Black Children and Federal Court Upholds Equal Opportunity Admissions Sister Tamorah Shareef Muhammad and Sister La Tika Daania Muhammad talk about Modest Models Inc. Scotty Reid had the opportunity to talk with Sister Gaetane Borders of Peas in their Pods, an organization that assists in alerting the public about missing children. In the news this week, The Leadership Conference is reporting that a federal court recently upheld an equal opportunity admission policy of a major university. New Jersey is moving closer to offering school vouchers, what do you think about school vouchers for the black community? We shall share that news and of course share our views and opinions. Today’s featured music is by Big Ace. 00:03:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoPhylicia Barnes,Modest Models Inc,Big Ace,Teens,NewsSister Tamorah Shareef Muhammad and Sister La Tika Daania Muhammad talk about Modest Models Inc. Scotty Reid had the opportunity to talk with Sister Gaehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/01/09/to-whip-or-not-to-whip-that-is-the-questionYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/01/09/to-whip-or-not-to-whip-that-is-the-question/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2011/01/09/to-whip-or-not-to-whip-that-is-the-questionSun, 09 Jan 2011 20:00:00 GMTTo Whip or Not to Whip, That is the QuestionToday on Black Teen Empowerment Radio, we will discuss whether parents or caretakers should whip teens under their care. A video of an Uncle whipping his teenaged nephew with a leather belt is the subject of healthy debate in the online Black Community. The cause for the whipping resulted from the teenager engaging in a spat with some other teens on Facebook and the teen bragging about being involved in gang activity. There is one thing about his Facebook bragging, it was all a lie and this angered the Uncle to the point that he gave the teen a good ole fashioned butt whipping on camera and had it posted to the Internet. Many people have weighed in on the video with some praising the Uncle and others saying it was wrong for him to whip the teenaged boy, post it on the Internet and to make a video while the Uncles pants were sagging. What do you think? If you have not seen the video, you can watch it here.01:06:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoTeens,Gangs,Punishment,Whipping,ParentingToday on Black Teen Empowerment Radio, we will discuss whether parents or caretakers should whip teens under their care. A video of an Uncle whipping his teenaghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/26/teens-giving-birth-significantly-reduced-despite-hYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/26/teens-giving-birth-significantly-reduced-despite-h/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/26/teens-giving-birth-significantly-reduced-despite-hSun, 26 Dec 2010 20:00:00 GMTTeens Giving Birth Significantly Reduced Despite HollywoodTune in for our last live broadcast on Blog Talk Radio. Black Teen Empowerment Radio has a new broadcast home! A National Center for Health Statistics report documents reduced teen pregnancies across all ethnic groups. However, experts can not cite the specific reasons fewer teens are having children of their own. The National Center for Health Statistics report released this Tuesday says that the teen birth-rate fell to 39.1 births per 1,000 teenagers ages 15 to 19 in 2009. This is a 6% drop from 2008 and the lowest rate since 1940. Rates in 1990 were 61.8 per 1,000. Hispanics were the group that saw the greatest fall – by 10% but still stands at 70.1 births per 1,000. While no one has yet made the argument that the Bush Administration's abstinence only education initiative contributed to less teens getting pregnant, it is only a matter of time if Fox News hasn't already. Sarah Palin, an abstinence only proponent, surprisingly has not been pushing this argument on Facebook or Twitter yet. Parents Television Council has released a new report accusing Hollywood producers of attempting to corrupt youth through television programs. In it's report "Sexualized Teen Girls Are Tinseltown's New Target", the PTC says...... When underage female characters appear on screen: more sexual content is depicted; the teen girls show next to no negative response to being sexualized; more sexual incidents occur outside of any form of a committed relationship; and there is less accuracy in the TV content rating. The results from this report show Tinseltown’s eagerness to not only objectify and fetishize young girls, but to sexualize them in such a way that real teens are led to believe their sole value comes from their sexuality.01:01:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoTeens,Youth,Teen Pregnancy,Hollywood,TelevisionTune in for our last live broadcast on Blog Talk Radio. Black Teen Empowerment Radio has a new broadcast home! A National Center for Health Statistics repohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/19/finding-ways-to-engage-our-youthYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/19/finding-ways-to-engage-our-youth/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/19/finding-ways-to-engage-our-youthSun, 19 Dec 2010 20:00:00 GMTFinding Ways To Engage Our YouthToday on Black Teen Empowerment Radio we will discussing ways that our youth can be engaged in positive actives to enrich themselves and their communities. Our youth have many pitfalls they must navigate to stay on a path of success but in many of our communities their may not be any programs to engage them. Parents and community leaders must do a better job to engage the youth and provide them with guidance and pathways to brighter futures. Join us as R Lee and Scotty discuss some of the organizations and programs they are involved with that seek to engage youth and provide them with positive activities in which they can participate.01:03:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoTeens,Youth,Community,African American,Black TeensToday on Black Teen Empowerment Radio we will discussing ways that our youth can be engaged in positive actives to enrich themselves and their communities. Ourhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/12/365-girls-rock-w-tracey-hawkins-sydnorYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/12/365-girls-rock-w-tracey-hawkins-sydnor/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/12/365-girls-rock-w-tracey-hawkins-sydnorSun, 12 Dec 2010 20:00:00 GMT365 Girl's Rock w/ Tracey Hawkins-Sydnor and Teen Actor Ms. Brielle CunninghamMs. Sydnor is on a mission to empower our youth through her book and website 365 Girls Rock! Her down to earth approach and contagious energy make her extremely effective in working with and empowering young ladies. "This is a place where girls grow into amazing women who truly rock. I am working on bringing back the "good girl" look! 365 Girl is an immediate call to action on raising the self esteem of our young ladies between the ages of 10-17, so they make positive life decisions! The book is broken up into seven sections the physical, educational, social-motivational, relationships, spiritual, sexual, and pain-forgiveness. I believe that every young lady has the power to speak over her own life and demand excellence and greatness! It is time to take the limits off and this is the place to do it! The target age stops at 17, but there is something in book for women at every age. I am so excited about the project and can't wait to start seeing results!" Visit the website now! We will also be joined on the program by teen actor Ms. Brielle Cunningham who will discuss her debut role in the CENTERSTAGE play "Re-Entry" showing through Dec. 16th in Baltimore, MD! This surprising and acclaimed new play, based on interviews with veterans and their families, puts aside politics and Hollywood alike to probe the unvarnished, and powerfully personal, truths of those who serve and sacrifice. Read more..01:01:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoTracey Hawkins Sydnor,365 Girls Rock,Teens,Youth,FemalesMs. Sydnor is on a mission to empower our youth through her book and website 365 Girls Rock! Her down to earth approach and contagious energy make her extremelyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/05/kamal-imani-you-got-next-real-talk-for-the-hip-hopYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/05/kamal-imani-you-got-next-real-talk-for-the-hip-hop/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/12/05/kamal-imani-you-got-next-real-talk-for-the-hip-hopSun, 05 Dec 2010 20:00:00 GMTKamal Imani: You Got Next! Real Talk For the Hip Hop Generation Author Kamal Imani joins Black Teen Empowerment Radio to discuss the subject matter of his book "You Got Next" which tackles the tough issues today's teens have to deal with from a hip hop perspective. Kamal Imani is an internationally known Spoken Word Performance Poet, actor and Conscious Hip Hop Lyricist. He is also CEO of the Soulgriots Music Group and Revolutionary Art Innertainment which organizes and promotes tale01:06:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoYou Got Next,Books,Black Teens,Kamal Imani,Hip-HopAuthor Kamal Imani joins Black Teen Empowerment Radio to discuss the subject matter of his book "You Got Next" which tackles the tough issues today's teens havhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/28/the-education-superhighway-and-jail-time-for-parenYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/28/the-education-superhighway-and-jail-time-for-paren/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/28/the-education-superhighway-and-jail-time-for-parenSun, 28 Nov 2010 20:00:00 GMTThe Education Superhighway and Jail Time for Parents of Failing Students?The Education Superhighway is a newly created weekly television show that focuses on education and which is hosted by Rev. Al Sharpton with Jane Nolar. The debut of the program was Oct 10, 2010 in more than 160 U.S. markets. Today we will discuss the first broadcast and discuss education as a civil right as suggested by Rev. Sharpton and others. We will also discuss the proposal by a Wayne County, Michigan prosecutor to jail the parents of failing students. If parents of students performing poorly in school do not attend at least one Parent/Teachers conference, should they face three days jail time as proposed by Wayne County (Detroit) Prosecutor Kym Worthy unless the parent/parents have health issues? 01:01:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoEducation,Civil Rights,The Education Superhighway,Al Sharpton,Kym WorthyThe Education Superhighway is a newly created weekly television show that focuses on education and which is hosted by Rev. Al Sharpton with Jane Nolar. The debuhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/21/the-true-costs-of-educating-our-childrenYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/21/the-true-costs-of-educating-our-children/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/21/the-true-costs-of-educating-our-childrenSun, 21 Nov 2010 20:00:00 GMTThe True Costs of Educating Our Children There is a education debate going on across the country and none is more contentious than in a couple of counties in North Carolina where the NAACP has gotten involved. With the economic downturn and so many people out of work, there has been a decrease in the amount of tax revenue municipalities take in and there many school systems have had a hard time meeting their budgets and have had to make cuts. The much publicized education documenta01:04:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoEducation,Students,Parents,School Boards,YouthThere is a education debate going on across the country and none is more contentious than in a couple of counties in North Carolina where the NAACP has gottenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/14/black-disposable-income-up-black-male-student-scores-downYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/14/black-disposable-income-up-black-male-student-scores-down/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/14/black-disposable-income-up-black-male-student-scores-downSun, 14 Nov 2010 20:00:00 GMTBlack Disposable Income Up, Black Male Student Scores DownStudies show a dramatic increase in spending power. "African-Americans Revealed" study, based on a BET survey of 80,000 black consumers over 18 months, showed a 10 percent increase in America’s black population between 2000 and 2008 and 55 percent increase in black buying power over the same period. Black buying power is estimated now at about $913 billion and is projected to increase to $1.2 trillion by 2013. A similar study released in November by the Selig Center at the University of Georgia estimated that black buying power would be about $1.1 trillion by 2014, with current spending power for blacks at about $910 billion.” Poor academic performance among Black children has traditionally been linked to poverty, but a new study showing that poor white males do better than poor Black males. An achievement gap separating black from white students has long been documented — a social divide extremely vexing to policy makers and the target of one blast of school reform after another. But a new report focusing on black males suggests that the picture is even bleaker than generally known. Only 12 percent of black fourth-grade boys are proficient in reading, compared with 38 percent of white boys, and only 12 percent of black eighth-grade boys are proficient in math, compared with 44 percent of white boys. Poverty alone does not seem to explain the differences: poor white boys do just as well as African-American boys who do not live in poverty, measured by whether they qualify for subsidized school lunches. Black America needs to have an honest discussion about how is it that we can spend so much money on good and services but yet it seems we are not investing in our own children’s future.01:01:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoEducation,Economics,Black Males,Teens,SchoolsStudies show a dramatic increase in spending power. "African-Americans Revealed" study, based on a BET survey of 80,000 black consumers over 18 months, showed ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/07/do-you-black-people-really-care-about-educationYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/07/do-you-black-people-really-care-about-education/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/11/07/do-you-black-people-really-care-about-educationSun, 07 Nov 2010 20:00:00 GMTDo You Black People Really Care About Education With Black voter turnout being very poor across the nation for the mid-term elections and with the apparent problems in our communities especially in education, who are Black people going to blame? When we think elections, most of think about the Congressional races, but what about the election of local school boards? What about the superintendent or those who appoint them? It seems to us that the biggest problem in the Black community is the Black community. When a crisis hits like school closings in our neighborhoods, Black people will express outrage and scream racism but where is the outrage for those who do not show up to the polls where your opinions matter most? 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoEducation,Politics,Schools,Black Community,VotingWith Black voter turnout being very poor across the nation for the mid-term elections and with the apparent problems in our communities especially in educationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/10/24/365-days-of-black-history--educating-our-black-youMoms and Familyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/10/24/365-days-of-black-history--educating-our-black-you/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/10/24/365-days-of-black-history--educating-our-black-youSun, 24 Oct 2010 19:00:00 GMT365 Days of Black History - Educating Our Black Youth This Sunday we welcome Mr. Jamaal Brown who says "I created the Black365 Calendar to let the world know that we are more than just athletes, drug-dealers, gang members and entertainers. This Calendar showcases the fact that we have contributed not only to Black History, but to World History, everyday!" Tune in and participate by calling in and sharing your Black History Fact with our listeners. Be sure to pick up your calendar and start sharing history with your children, teens and anyone else in your home! Visit www.black365.us. 01:06:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoBlack History,Calendar,Teens,Education,African AmericanThis Sunday we welcome Mr. Jamaal Brown who says "I created the Black365 Calendar to let the world know that we are more than just athletes, drug-dealers, ganghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/10/17/when-do-teens-get-to-be-teens-constitutional-argumEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/10/17/when-do-teens-get-to-be-teens-constitutional-argum/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/10/17/when-do-teens-get-to-be-teens-constitutional-argumSun, 17 Oct 2010 19:00:00 GMTWhen Do Teens Get To Be Teens? Constitutional Argument Today we will discuss whether or not a teen should be free to express his/her individuality. There are many stories reported through out the nation, where teens are sent home because of a haircut, hair style or some alleged clothing infraction. Many times the school’s policy is vague. Black teens are being targeted for being too “outside” of the cultural norms. Similarly, Muslim teens are discriminated against by what has become law in countries like France which bans head scarves and going after those who wear other cultural dress. 01:30:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoTeens,Expression,School,Dress,HairToday we will discuss whether or not a teen should be free to express his/her individuality. There are many stories reported through out the nation, where teenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/10/03/the-education-superhighway-hosted-by-reverend-al-sEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/10/03/the-education-superhighway-hosted-by-reverend-al-s/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/10/03/the-education-superhighway-hosted-by-reverend-al-sSun, 03 Oct 2010 19:00:00 GMT"The Education Superhighway" hosted by Reverend Al SharptonToday we are joined by Ruth Adkins Robinson who is the Creator and Executive Producer of "The Education Superhighway" hosted by Reverend Al Sharpton. Robinson said she felt compelled to create the "The Education Superhighway" show because of a trip down another road - to Pennsylvania Avenue. "I had the honor of being the sole writer for the Commander-in-Chief's Inaugural Ball for President Obama. It was emotional magic for me. A lifetime in Hollywood had not fully prepared me for that galvanizing experience of watching this young Black man assuming the awesome responsibility of world power and leadership". Robinson first met Rev. Al Sharpton when she was called in to help write for an live awards show being hosted by the Godfather of Soul, James Brown in 1976. Brown was accompanied by Al Sharpton when he was a 19 year old minister and now the two are working together. Today we will learn what to expect from "The Education Superhighway" when it hits the airwaves.01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoThe Education Superhighway,Ruth Adkins Robinson,Al Sharpton,Education,MediaToday we are joined by Ruth Adkins Robinson who is the Creator and Executive Producer of "The Education Superhighway" hosted by Reverend Al Sharpton. Robinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/26/the-chronicles-of-a-hip-hop-legend--author-derrickYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/26/the-chronicles-of-a-hip-hop-legend--author-derrick/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/26/the-chronicles-of-a-hip-hop-legend--author-derrickSun, 26 Sep 2010 19:00:00 GMTThe Chronicles of a Hip Hop Legend - Author Derrick Turner Today we are joined by author Derrick Turner and he is going to discuss hip hop and his book The Chronicles of a Hip Hop Legend "Paths of Grand Wizardry". Born and raised in the East New York section of Brooklyn, New York, Derrick Turner became akin to the cultural explosion of Hip Hop at an early age. The first installment of the Chronicles of a Hip Hop Legend story, entitled “Paths of Grand Wizardry,” is sure to vividly detail a magical, action-packed, offering from the perspective of a young, B-Boy. Visit website, Click Here.01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoHip Hop,Derrick Turner,Books,Youth,The Chronicles of a Hip Hop LegendToday we are joined by author Derrick Turner and he is going to discuss hip hop and his book The Chronicles of a Hip Hop Legend "Paths of Grand Wizardry".http://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/19/moms-raising-sons-w-drema-hymonYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/19/moms-raising-sons-w-drema-hymon/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/19/moms-raising-sons-w-drema-hymonSun, 19 Sep 2010 19:00:00 GMTMoms Raising Sons w/ Drema HymonMothers Raising Sons1 is a faith-based Education and Support Program of The Virginia Male Adolescent Network. It originally began over nineteen years ago to address the alarming grim statistical outlook for African American males to the point of "extinction". Children of all races and economic levels face dire challenges in today's society. Many of our young boys/men have gained tremendous strides academically and professionally, yet the rates of incarceration, substance abuse, homicide, under or unemployment and teenage parenting are yet staggering. Hope must become an absolute in raising sons. By faith, we redefine the way young men see themselves, each other and the world around them. Drema Hymon, the founder and president of Mothers Raising Sons1 joins the hosts of Black Teen Empowerment Radio to discuss parenting and providing hope for our young Black males. Visit the website, Click Here! Advertisment 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoBlack Males,Black Youth,Moms Raising Sons1,Black Teens,NewsMothers Raising Sons1 is a faith-based Education and Support Program of The Virginia Male Adolescent Network. It originally began over nineteen years ago to addhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/12/generation-black-educated-focused-yielded-seeks-awYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/12/generation-black-educated-focused-yielded-seeks-aw/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/12/generation-black-educated-focused-yielded-seeks-awSun, 12 Sep 2010 19:00:00 GMTGeneration Black, Educated, Focused & Yielded Seeks Award NomineesS Denice Newton joins the hosts of Black Teen Empowerment Radio to discuss the mission of Generation BEFY which is seeking youth nominees to award based on their academic achievement, community involvement, positive attitude, dedication, ministry work, etc. Generation BEFY conducts workshops, seminars, summits, symposiums, meetings and conferences to brainstorm and reach out to the community. Additionally, we organize field trips, rallies, and marches to learn, network, and unify for the cause of peace and change. Learn more!01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoGeneration BEFY,Youth,Black Teens,Education,CommunityS Denice Newton joins the hosts of Black Teen Empowerment Radio to discuss the mission of Generation BEFY which is seeking youth nominees to award based on theihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/05/black-male-drop-out-w-professor-joe-martinYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/05/black-male-drop-out-w-professor-joe-martin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/09/05/black-male-drop-out-w-professor-joe-martinSun, 05 Sep 2010 19:00:00 GMTBlack Community and Education, Past, Present & FutureWe will continue examining the recent study and the issue of Black males dropping out of high school. Has America abandoned its commitment to a equal education for all Americans? Has Brown vs The Board of Education helped or hurt the education of African Americans? Why are so many predominately African-American schools under-funded and lacking appropriate resources for this at-risk demographic? 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoBlack Males,Education,School,Professor Joe Martin,High SchoolWe will continue examining the recent study and the issue of Black males dropping out of high school. Has America abandoned its commitment to a equal educationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/29/education-and-youth-empowerment-on-the-moveYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/29/education-and-youth-empowerment-on-the-move/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/29/education-and-youth-empowerment-on-the-moveSun, 29 Aug 2010 19:00:00 GMTEducation and Youth Empowerment on the Move Today we have open lines to discuss education as a civil rights issue of the 21st Century. Yesterday President Obama's Education Secretary Arne Duncan spoke at the MLK Reclaim the Dream March and Rally and stated, "We've been too satisfied with second-class schools." Linda Davidson R Lee Gordon will update us on some of the great things pertaining to youth empowerment movements across the country. The National Black TEEN Empowerment Expo (NBTEE) is building a national youth movement, community by community. New youth movements are now underway in Brooklyn, NY, New Jersey and Baltimore. In 2011, we will form youth movements in other NYC boroughs, and in Atlanta, Texas and California. 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoThe Better Detroit Youth Movement,National Black TEEN Empowerment Expo,The Better Baltimore Youth Movement,The Better Brooklyn Youth Movement,The Greater Hudson County Youth MovementToday we have open lines to discuss education as a civil rights issue of the 21st Century. Yesterday President Obama's Education Secretary Arne Duncan spoke athttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/22/national-black-male-drop-out-rate-just-under-50Youthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/22/national-black-male-drop-out-rate-just-under-50/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/22/national-black-male-drop-out-rate-just-under-50Sun, 22 Aug 2010 19:00:00 GMTNational Black Male Drop Out Rate Just Under 50% Our guest today will be Dr. Stephen Jones and we will be discussing the staggering Black male drop out rate in the United States. We will examine the causes and what we can do to help our Black teens succeed academically. Dr. Stephen Jones is an outstanding educator who has spent his career helping economically disadvantaged students to succeed in college. Dr. Jones has earned a Bachelors Degree in Community Psychology from Widener University, Masters in Education from Howard University, Masters in Business from Philadelphia University, and a Doctorate in Education from Widener University. He has been instrumental in helping 1000’s of students to realize their dream to earn a degree. 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoDr Stephen Jones,Black Teens,Black Males,Education,Drop Out RatesOur guest today will be Dr. Stephen Jones and we will be discussing the staggering Black male drop out rate in the United States. We will examine thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/15/encourage-me-im-young-calvin-mann-discusses-good-fYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/15/encourage-me-im-young-calvin-mann-discusses-good-f/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/15/encourage-me-im-young-calvin-mann-discusses-good-fSun, 15 Aug 2010 19:00:00 GMTEncourage Me I'm Young! Calvin Mann Discusses Good Fathers Only Calvin Mann of EMIY Inc and Good Fathers Only joins us today to discuss his efforts to empower youth and fathers to be the best that they can be. About: "Encourage Me I'm Young, Inc., (EMIY), is a non-profit, for-youth enrichment organization that equips and enhances today's youth with guidance, encouragement, and relative and achievable goals. Character development, empowerment, and literacy proficiency is emphasized through mentorship. The intention of EMIY is to embrace and uplift one another by enlisting society to focus on potential instead of aptitude." Visit EMIY INC. 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoYouth,Calvin Mann,Good Fathers Only,EMIY INC,MichiganCalvin Mann of EMIY Inc and Good Fathers Only joins us today to discuss his efforts to empower youth and fathers to be the best that they can be. Abhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/08/insideout-with-stephanie-humphreyYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/08/insideout-with-stephanie-humphrey/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/08/insideout-with-stephanie-humphreySun, 08 Aug 2010 19:00:00 GMTInsideOut with Stephanie Humphrey Stephanie Humphrey will join us on Black Teen Empowerment Radio. Stephanie has a long resume as it pertains to the media industry both entertainment and non entertainment. She also has appeared in several movies like “The Dark Fields” starring Bradley Cooper and Robert De Niro, where she played a reporter as she did in the the film “Law Abiding Citizen” starring Jamie Foxx. Stephanie has a desire to work with youth through her01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoInsideOut,Stephanie Humphrey,Youth,Women,TeensStephanie Humphrey will join us on Black Teen Empowerment Radio. Stephanie has a long resume as it pertains to the media industry both entertainment and non enhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/01/financial-literacy-for-a-new-generationYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/01/financial-literacy-for-a-new-generation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/08/01/financial-literacy-for-a-new-generationSun, 01 Aug 2010 19:00:00 GMTFinancial Literacy for A New GenerationToday we will be joined by Mr. Garry Lawrence who is the Kidz 4 Money course director. About Kidz 4 Money: Kidz 4 Money's MindSet of Wealth® is an innovative financial literacy and wealth building program for today’s youth that takes them far beyond money management skills. Our programs and books are specifically designed to equip today’s youth with the necessary critical-wealth thinking tools needed for tomorrow's economy. We teach teens how to build true wealth and start legacies. Black Teen Empowerment Radio will be also saying farewell to one of its hosts. Mr. Keith J. Davis Jr. will be leaving the program as he cuts down on some of his activities to re-focus on some his goals. We certainly appreciate the time he spent with us. Now the search is on for a new teen host to fill void a be the voice of youth on Black Teen Empowerment Radio. We are looking for a youth host between the age of 15 & 17 yrs old who is interested in broadcast radio. For more information contact Scotty Reid at scottyreid@blacktalkradionetwork.com. 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoAtlanta,Finance,Literacy,Youth,Kidz 4 MoneyToday we will be joined by Mr. Garry Lawrence who is the Kidz 4 Money course director. About Kidz 4 Money: Kidz 4 Money's MindSet of Wealth® is an innovhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/25/channeling-2pac--amiri-starr-launches-online-campaYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/25/channeling-2pac--amiri-starr-launches-online-campa/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/25/channeling-2pac--amiri-starr-launches-online-campaSun, 25 Jul 2010 19:00:00 GMTChanneling 2pac - Amiri Starr, Launches Online Campaign in Bid for Role as Tupac ShakurAmiri Starr is making a personal online appeal to become the next actor to play legendary hip hop artist Tupac Shakur on the big screen. Director Antoine Fuqua ("Training Day," "Tears of the Sun," "Brooklyn's Finest" ) will be directing a film about the late rapper. In a recent interview, Fuqua stated he is looking to find a new face to fill the role. "I want to discover someone new. I want to go to the streets and find him anywhere he might be in the world," stated Fuqua. Chat Room. When Starr heard about the quest for an unknown actor to portray Tupac, he launched an aggressive grassroots campaign to convince Fuqua to give him an opportunity to show he is that actor. Amiri Starr will join us today to discuss his efforts, his love for acting and how he is using new media tools to assist him in making his dream to play Tupac a reality. View his self made audition online at Youtube. Rated mature for language, Click Here!01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoAmiri Starr,Tupac Shakur,Acting,Antoine Fuqua,FilmAmiri Starr is making a personal online appeal to become the next actor to play legendary hip hop artist Tupac Shakur on the big screen. Director Antoine Fuquahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/18/helping-africa-by-establishing-schools-at-home-andYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/18/helping-africa-by-establishing-schools-at-home-and/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/18/helping-africa-by-establishing-schools-at-home-andSun, 18 Jul 2010 19:00:00 GMTHelping Africa By Establishing Schools at Home and Abroad - HABESHA HABESHA, Inc. is an environmentally-conscious organization that cultivates leadership in youth through practical experiences in Pan-African cultural education, sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, holistic health, and technology. Our Guest today will be Tre Subira who is the director of the HABESHA program operating in Baltimore, Maryland. He will discuss various topics related01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoEducation,Africa,Youth,Media,Community BuildingHABESHA, Inc. is an environmentally-conscious organization that cultivates leadership in youth through practical experiences in Pan-African cultural education,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/11/youth-and-credit-cards--can-credit-cards-help-you-Youthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/11/youth-and-credit-cards--can-credit-cards-help-you-/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/11/youth-and-credit-cards--can-credit-cards-help-you-Sun, 11 Jul 2010 19:00:00 GMTYouth and Credit Cards - Can Credit Cards Help You Achieve the American Dream? Are there any benefits to prepaid debit card or is it another financial instrument being used to steal wealth from the Black Community. Working teens and their parents should make educated decisions before using these types of financial products. Being in debt is a crippling condition to find yourself in and is Russel Simmons the hip-hop and fashion mogul looking to profit from exploiting people who may not be financially literate. Is Russe00:59:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoCredit Cards,Rush Card,Russell Simmons,Ash Cash,Debit CardsAre there any benefits to prepaid debit card or is it another financial instrument being used to steal wealth from the Black Community. Working teens and theirhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/04/grammy-nominated-producer-kashif-sponsors-music-caYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/04/grammy-nominated-producer-kashif-sponsors-music-ca/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/07/04/grammy-nominated-producer-kashif-sponsors-music-caSun, 04 Jul 2010 19:00:00 GMTGrammy Nominated Producer Kashif Sponsors Music Camp for Foster KidsGrammy Nominated Producer Kashif experienced living in eight different foster homes before turning 15 years old. Due to budget shortfalls, the State of California may have to cut many services that benefit children including those living in foster homes with their guardians. Kashif University which was founded by the famed music producer, can be best described as a university without walls with a focus on the inner workings of the music industry and is is hosted by the six-time/ Grammy nominated, Multi-Platinum, producer, singer, songwriter and author turned educator. Kashif University is teaming with the California Department of Children & Family Services to give foster children an opportunity to attend a music recording workshop. From July 12-23, 2010 they will work together to make a difference in the lives of hundreds of children in foster care through music.01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoKashif,Kashif University,Foster Children,California,MusicGrammy Nominated Producer Kashif experienced living in eight different foster homes before turning 15 years old. Due to budget shortfalls, the State of Californhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/27/lashandra-dupree-talks-overcoming-abandonment-issuYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/27/lashandra-dupree-talks-overcoming-abandonment-issu/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/27/lashandra-dupree-talks-overcoming-abandonment-issuSun, 27 Jun 2010 19:00:00 GMTLaShandra Dupree Talks Overcoming Abandonment IssuesLaShandra Dupree is an awesome author and motivational speaker. She speaks and writes about many issues including Abandonment, Abuse, Assault, Promiscuity, Betrayal, Self Discovery, Authentic Living, Finding Your Passion, and Living Your Purpose. Her most recent book is "Overcoming our Abandonement Issues". She talks about coping without a father while seeing him raise another family and the ordeals that she faced that she believes would have been different with a strong male figure in the household. Check Out LaShandra's website Support Black media! Donate Now!01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoFathers,Mothers,Abandonment,Single Families,TeensLaShandra Dupree is an awesome author and motivational speaker. She speaks and writes about many issues including Abandonment, Abuse, Assault, Promiscuity, Bethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/20/detroit-is-marching-for-aiyana-jones--rev-omar-wilYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/20/detroit-is-marching-for-aiyana-jones--rev-omar-wil/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/20/detroit-is-marching-for-aiyana-jones--rev-omar-wilSun, 20 Jun 2010 19:00:00 GMTDetroit Is Marching For Aiyana Jones - Rev Omar Wilks You have probably heard the tragic news about the death of 7yr-old Aiyana Jones who was killed by a Detroit Police Officer's bullet on May 14th, 2010 while she slept on the couch with her grandmother. Aiyana's death has touched many people across the country and on Saturday, June 26, 2010 a march will be held in Detroit starting at Grand Circus Park and ending outside City Hall. The "REDEEM AIYANA’S DREAM; MARCH FOR JUSTICE" is sponsored in part by Unison Pentecostal Church01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoAiyana Jones,Detroit,Michigan,Rev Omar Wilks,Police BrutalityYou have probably heard the tragic news about the death of 7yr-old Aiyana Jones who was killed by a Detroit Police Officer's bullet on May 14th, 2010 while shehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/13/the-roof-is-on-fire-101-greatest-moments-in-hip-hoYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/13/the-roof-is-on-fire-101-greatest-moments-in-hip-ho/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/13/the-roof-is-on-fire-101-greatest-moments-in-hip-hoSun, 13 Jun 2010 19:00:00 GMTThe Roof Is On Fire: 101 Greatest Moments In Hip Hop w/ Sean XLG MitchellThe Roof is on Fire: 101 Greatest Moments in Hip Hop” celebrates and highlights outstanding events and achievements in rap music over the last 30 years. Sean XLG Mitchell is the ultimate hip-hop griot. He began his career promoting hit makers from Rockmaster Scott and the Dynamic Three to M.C. Hammer. As an artist, XLG recorded several underground hits as a member of Unlimited Skills and is the first rapper to win a national music competition. He currently works as a freelance writer and is the creator of the hip-hop category Adult Contemporary Rap. Join us today as we talk to Sean XLG Mitchell about the greatest moments in Hip Hop! *The Black Talk Media Project needs your help to stay online, become a supporter by becoming a "Friends of Black Talk Radio" subscriber for just $1 a month. Click Here!01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoRap,Hip Hop,Music,Sean XLG,YouthThe Roof is on Fire: 101 Greatest Moments in Hip Hop” celebrates and highlights outstanding events and achievements in rap music over the last 30 years. Sehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/06/is-hip-hop-evil-can-it-be-used-to-win-souls-for-jeYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/06/is-hip-hop-evil-can-it-be-used-to-win-souls-for-je/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/06/06/is-hip-hop-evil-can-it-be-used-to-win-souls-for-jeSun, 06 Jun 2010 19:00:00 GMTIs Hip Hop Evil? Can it be used to win souls for Jesus?Fro will be on to discuss his music and we will ask him about the critics of his brand of music made for Christians. G. Craige Lewis has a DVD out blasting not only Hip-Hop music but says that the Church has to guard itself against the so-called "Holy Hip-Hop" and its negative impact on youth. He does seem think there is a place for Christian rap. We look at some of his arguments today with special guest music artist FRO. Will also listen to a couple of new tracks from his new album "Fro is the Cornerstone". Fro on iTunes. Advertisement YOU can DOWNLOAD as many of our tracks as you like, as many TIMES as you want, and record your battles online with other members! All this for a ONE-TIME fee of $34.95. No catch, no recurring fees and NO LIMITS! Click Here! *The Black Talk Media Project needs your help to stay online, become a supporter by becoming a "Friends of Black Talk Radio" subscriber for just $1 a month. Click Here!01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoHip Hop,Youth,Christian Rap,Holy Hip Hop,ReligionFro will be on to discuss his music and we will ask him about the critics of his brand of music made for Christians. G. Craige Lewis has a DVD out blasting nothttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/05/23/dr-paula-fomby--raceethnic-differences-in-effects-Youthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/05/23/dr-paula-fomby--raceethnic-differences-in-effects-/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/05/23/dr-paula-fomby--raceethnic-differences-in-effects-Sun, 23 May 2010 19:00:00 GMTDr. Paula Fomby - Race/Ethnic Differences in Effects of Family Instability on AdolescentsDr. Fomby will be joining us today to discuss a recently completed study she authored titled "Race/Ethnic Differences in Effects of Family Instability on Adolescents' Risk Behavior". According to a University of Clorado Denver press release, Paula Fomby says, "We were interested in what distinguished white teenagers from black teenagers, and entertained various explanations offered by other research and theories. Our study reveals two findings. One, the sheer number of adults that are around to give teenagers or their parents support varies by ethnic or racial group. Additionally, adjustment to economic hardship trumps the growing pains introduced by other family changes such as divorce or remarriage." The researchers followed the lives of approximately 8,000 American teenagers from their adolescence in the mid-90s to young adulthood (over the course of seven years). The teenagers answered questions about their school activities, illegal behaviour, and romantic lives. Their parents provided information about their own relationship histories." Read More! What can the Black community learn from this study ? Can lessons be learn to assist youth who are having problems and acting out? Paula Fomby is an Assistant Professor in the Sociology Department at Unviersity of Colorado Denver. Her specialty areas include "Family, immigrants and immigration, poverty, public policy, data analysis". Advertisement Keep Your $$ In Your Purse! Get Coupon Chick Code! Secret to buying groceries on the Cheap! Click Here Now!01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoRace,Dr Paula Fomby,University of Colorado Denver,Sociology,FamilyDr. Fomby will be joining us today to discuss a recently completed study she authored titled "Race/Ethnic Differences in Effects of Family Instability on Adoleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/05/16/dr-barbarin-author-of-study-focusing-on-african-amYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/05/16/dr-barbarin-author-of-study-focusing-on-african-am/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/05/16/dr-barbarin-author-of-study-focusing-on-african-amSun, 16 May 2010 19:00:00 GMTDr. Barbarin, Author Of Study Focusing On African American Males Pre-K to PrisonOscar A. Barbarin, Ph.D. is a professor in the Psychology Department at Tulane University. He is a published author of several books including "Institutional Racism and Community Competence", "Mandela's Children: Growing Up in Post-Apartheid South Africa", and others. His research interests are examining educational interventions for achievement and social well-being, and the role of community and family in health risks and health threat. Read more He earned a Ph.D. in clinical psychology at Rutgers University in 1975 and completed a post-doctoral fellowship in social psychology at Stanford University in 1983. He is President of the American Orthopsychiatric Association and a Fellow in American Psychological Association's Division 27 Society for Community Research and Action. Dr. Oscar A. Barbarin, III, Ph.D projected that by 2029, prisons will house almost 30,000 of the 600,000 four-year olds now living in America. Read More All is not lost if we act now, Dr. Barbarian says the solution to this problem lies within families, schools and communities. If you would like to ask a question or make a brief comment call the our hosts at (718) 508-9568. AIRS LIVE @ 3pm est01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoYouth,News,African American,Teens,PrisonOscar A. Barbarin, Ph.D. is a professor in the Psychology Department at Tulane University. He is a published author of several books including "Institutional Rahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/05/02/black-teens-more-optimistic-and-cope-better-with-fYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/05/02/black-teens-more-optimistic-and-cope-better-with-f/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/05/02/black-teens-more-optimistic-and-cope-better-with-fSun, 02 May 2010 19:00:00 GMTBlack Teens More Optimistic and Cope Better With Family Adversity Than PeersA couple of new reports are out on studies pertaining to youth that are positive signs for Black teens. Black youth are better able to cope with family breakups or big changes than their white counterparts and Black youth are more optimistic for the future than their counterparts. What is the catalyst for this positive outlook by Black teens and why are they better able to cope with major family changes than other groups? Have a thought or answer to share? Call in and make your opinion heard. Black Teen Empowerment Radio bringing you the topics that focus specifically on Black Youth and their empowerment! Visit UniTee Design Inc 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoTeens,Youth,Black Youth,Black Teens,Youth RadioA couple of new reports are out on studies pertaining to youth that are positive signs for Black teens. Black youth are better able to cope with family breakuphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/25/troubling-trend-african-american-males-pre-k-to-prYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/25/troubling-trend-african-american-males-pre-k-to-pr/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/25/troubling-trend-african-american-males-pre-k-to-prSun, 25 Apr 2010 19:00:00 GMTTroubling Trend: African American Males Pre-K to PrisonOscar A. Barbarin, III, Ph.D. is the Hertz Endowed Chair of the Department of Psychology Center for Children, Families, and Schools at Tulane University, New Orleans. He has worked in the fields of family development, early childhood education, and minority youth crime prevention for over thirty years, and is Past-President of the American Orthopsychiatric Association. Dr. Barbarin is the author of a new study that shows a thirty year trend that shows a disproportionate number of African American male youth ending up in prison. It's projected that by 2029, prisons will house almost 30,000 of the 600,000 four-year olds now living in America. The solution to this problem lies within families, schools and communities according to Dr. Barbarin. Advetisement: Visit UniTee Design Inc 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoAfrican American,youth,prison,School,educationOscar A. Barbarin, III, Ph.D. is the Hertz Endowed Chair of the Department of Psychology Center for Children, Families, and Schools at Tulane University, New Orhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/18/ah-cah-the-10-laws-of-financial-freedomYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/18/ah-cah-the-10-laws-of-financial-freedom/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/18/ah-cah-the-10-laws-of-financial-freedomSun, 18 Apr 2010 19:00:00 GMTA$H CA$H: Money Right, Mind Right “The 10 Laws of Financial Freedom”Ash’Cash is an Author, Business Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Financial Adviser and Financial Literacy Advocate with more than 10 years of banking experience. Through his hard work and eagerness to learn, Ash worked his way through the ranks in banking from teller to customer service then to personal banker, private banker & branch manager. His last position in traditional corporate America before transitioning to entrepreneurship and doing what he loves was as Vice President at one of the largest financial institution in the world, managing a book of 400 mass affluent clients with assets ranging from $100K-$22MM. In his career he has coached and trained over 100 sales professionals, took over and made underperforming branches profitable, and opened and managed four branches; bringing in almost $90MM in deposits over his tenure. Ash attributes his career success to knowledge and knowing what to do with it once it’s obtained.While developing his career, he attended the Borough of Manhattan Community College and Bernard M. Baruch College obtaining a degree in finance and investments. Today Ash is President and CEO of Ash Cash Enterprises a company that he created that houses many of his ventures including; Ash Cash Entertainment Group, which is the arm that produces and distributes all of his media ventures, Ash Cash Management Group, a Management /Business consultant company and Ash Cash Holding Co. which houses all of his investments and real estate. Ash is currently in the process of pursuing his masters’ degree in psychology, as a way to learn more about how the human mind works so he can be more effective in his mission to get the world focused!!!01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoFinance,Business,Entrepreneurship,Youth,EducationAsh’Cash is an Author, Business Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Financial Adviser and Financial Literacy Advocate with more than 10 years of banking experienchttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/11/special-guest-zekita-tucker-of-the-the-african-diaYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/11/special-guest-zekita-tucker-of-the-the-african-dia/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/11/special-guest-zekita-tucker-of-the-the-african-diaSun, 11 Apr 2010 19:00:00 GMTSpecial Guest Zekita Tucker of the ‘The African Diaspora Hour’Zekita Tucker is a woman of many talents. Zekita (aka Zekita Tucker) is the Founder &CEO of Zeniam Publications. She is also a three time author, a freelance journalist, a student of sociology, a defeater of breast cancer, a cultivator of young African/Black minds, and most importantly, a mother. Prior to her groundbreaking series YourStory, which premiered with the title YourStory Book One, Zekita authored and published Don’t Call Me N-gga, Purple Revised Edition and Reggie Wakes Up (both under Zeniam Publications). As the creator, publisher, and author of the YourStory series, her company has made it a life long goal to provide youth, parents, libraries, organizations, and schools with learning resources that promote the inclusion of Global African history and analysis within the general curriculum of all elementary, middle, and high school. Her first two books discouraged young African/Blacks from using the so called ‘n’ word and encouraged entrepreneurship and academic excellence- respectively. As a freelance writer, she has been published by countless African/Black newspapers and online publications across the U.S. and abroad. Her work as an independent journalist and author and proclaimed Africana Womanist, has awarded her features by the likes of ABC World News and Black Star News(NY) as well as guest spots on popular radio shows such as CNN’s Roland S. Martin Show and XM Radio’s Urban Journal w/ Keith Murphy. Appearing as a guest speaker and presenter at schools and other public events, Zekita has been called the ‘motivational mama’ by parents, teachers, and youth who have benefited from her presentations and written work.01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoZekita Tucker,Books,Youth,Education,African DiasporaZekita Tucker is a woman of many talents. Zekita (aka Zekita Tucker) is the Founder &CEO of Zeniam Publications. She is also a three time author, a freelancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/04/erykah-badu-from-bag-lady-to-video-skankYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/04/erykah-badu-from-bag-lady-to-video-skank/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/04/04/erykah-badu-from-bag-lady-to-video-skankSun, 04 Apr 2010 19:00:00 GMTErykah Badu: From Bag Lady To Video SkankSo the media world is all abuzz about Erykah Badu’s video “Window Seat” in which she walks down a heavily populated Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas, the site where late President John F. Kennedy was assassinated and sheds her clothing in full view of the tourist which included children. She claims she had some concern about the children present but that did not deter her from showing her butt to the world. Some are calling it art, some are calling it a publicity stunt, we call it another example of the corrupting influence of corporate media on society and how people put their selfish needs before others. With that said, the video more than likely will be celebrated and receive all kind of awards from the degenerate corporate media establishment.00:45:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoYouth,News,Erykah Badu,Window Seat,MusicSo the media world is all abuzz about Erykah Badu’s video “Window Seat” in which she walks down a heavily populated Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas, the site wherhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/03/28/bte-radio-welcomes-music-producercomposer-spud-tooYouthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/03/28/bte-radio-welcomes-music-producercomposer-spud-too/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/blackteenempowermentradio/2010/03/28/bte-radio-welcomes-music-producercomposer-spud-tooSun, 28 Mar 2010 19:00:00 GMTYouth and Music Production w/ SPUD TOO TIGHT! - Student Loans - Wachovia and Drug Money Music Producer/Composer Spud Too Tight (aka Spud) created, produced and hosts of the hottest and most unique celebrity driven Podcast to hear a diverse range of Billboard's chart topping and Grammy Award winning music producers, composers, arrangers, vocalists and engineers discuss their production techniques and preferences, influences, song structure, music instruments, microphone preferences, genre, style and their craft, state of the art recording equipment, background and upcoming projects. The show is called The Producer's Corner with Spud Too Tight on ITunes Podcast and it is also published on his interactive website: www.spudtootightmusic.ning.com Spud has been a volunteer music director at his church in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota for 20 years and has mentored numerous young aspiring musicians on learning the art of playing keyboards, song creation, guitar, basic hands on studio engineering, playing live sounds, working with large choirs and still serves as their mentor. President Obama announces Student Loan reforms and the DEA busts the banking giant Wachovia for its role in laundering drug money. 01:00:00BlackTeenEmpowermentnoMusic,Youth,Spud Too Tight,Wachovia,Student LoansMusic Producer/Composer Spud Too Tight (aka Spud) created, produced and hosts of the hottest and most unique celebrity driven Podcast to hear a diverse range