http://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnairSISTAS ON FIRE: THE RADIO SHOWenCopyright Marcia McNair (C/O Blogtalkradio)Tue, 25 Jun 2019 08:00:00 GMTThu, 12 Jan 2012 14:30:00 GMTCultureBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/c83d10c7-1de3-453b-b884-4c8ce3839582_soflogonew.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnairSISTAS ON FIRE: THE RADIO SHOWfeeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comculture,books,writing,relationships,african american women,women,romance,african american,poetry,internet datingMarcia McNairnoSISTAS ON FIRE: THE RADIO SHOWepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2012/01/12/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-specialCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2012/01/12/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-special/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2012/01/12/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-specialThu, 12 Jan 2012 14:30:00 GMTDr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Special Dr. King's I Havea Dream is one of the greatest American speeches of all times, but why is it the only one most people are familiar with? Dr. King was the author of well over three hundred speeches. In today's episode of Sistas On Fire Radio, listeners will be treated to analysis by Rev. Robert M. Franklin of Dr. King's The Drum Major Instinct as well as excerpts from the sermon. Dr. King often referred to himself asa drum major for justice, but what did he mean by the phrase? What insight did his use of the term provide into his self-actualization....into ours? 00:52:00Marcia McNairnoDr Martin King Jr,Dr King Celebration,Drum Major for Justice,speeches of Dr King,sermons of Dr KingDr. King's I Havea Dream is one of the greatest American speeches of all times, but why is it the only one most people are familiar with? Dr. King was the authhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2012/01/06/the-power-of-poetry-tribute-to-gwendolyn-brooksPoetryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2012/01/06/the-power-of-poetry-tribute-to-gwendolyn-brooks/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2012/01/06/the-power-of-poetry-tribute-to-gwendolyn-brooksFri, 06 Jan 2012 16:30:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry: Tribute to Gwendolyn Brooks The work of poet Gwendolyn Brooks had a profound influence on me as a young writer. I had the honor of meeting her in person when she visited Dartmouth College in the late seventies. Brooks passed away December 3, 2000. Though this episode comes about a month late, it's better late than never! Join me as I discuss her metamorphosis from a conservative to a radical poet. 00:45:00Marcia McNairnoGwendolyn Brooks,Annie Allen,In the Mecca,African American poets,Pulitzer Prize poetsThe work of poet Gwendolyn Brooks had a profound influence on me as a young writer. I had the honor of meeting her in person when she visited Dartmouth Collegehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/12/01/when-jingle-bells-become-jingle-salesCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/12/01/when-jingle-bells-become-jingle-sales/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/12/01/when-jingle-bells-become-jingle-salesThu, 01 Dec 2011 20:00:00 GMTWhen Jingle Bells Become Jingle SalesWho isn't sick of holiday commercialism? Christmas decorations go up before Thanksgiving, and who has time to be thankful when you're camping out in front of Walmart (or some other store) on Thanksgiving day! As opposed to jingle bells, we're hearing jingle sales, encouraging us to overspend while simultaneously being blamed for living beyond our means. If you're seeing red instead of sugar plums dancing in your head, join Marcia McNair, Keith Robinson, and Don Durant as they deconstruct holiday commercialism (a preview of Cafe Long Island's episode 5). Marcia McNair is the co-author of Sistas on Fire: A Newsical and the author of E-Males: A Novel as well as co-executive producer of the Cafe Long Island talk show.Keith Robinson is an independent filmmaker and co-excutive producer of Cafe Long Island. Don Durant is the owner of Copyman Center and the host of Living, Learning and Sharing on Blogtalkradio. Surprise guest Jeanine Maynard is the co-organizer of the Greater Uniondale Area Action Coalition and can be reached at GreaterUniondaleACC@gmail.com or on Facebook. 01:02:00Marcia McNairnoGUACC,consumer debt,materialism,Christmas commercialism,holiday commercialismWho isn't sick of holiday commercialism? Christmas decorations go up before Thanksgiving, and who has time to be thankful when you're camping out in front of Wahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/11/09/rememory-women-human-rights-activists-in-the-global-southWomenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/11/09/rememory-women-human-rights-activists-in-the-global-south/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/11/09/rememory-women-human-rights-activists-in-the-global-southWed, 09 Nov 2011 16:30:00 GMTRememory: Women Human Rights Activists in the Global South  Nassau Community College Professor Joylette Samuels, and Coordinator of the Women's Studies Project at NCC, discusses her dissertation entitled Rememory: Memoir and Testimony of Women Human Rights Activists in the Global South. Professor Samuels arges that women who suffer under patriarchal rule trauma have lifelong effects. She incorporates the work of both Toni Morrison and James Baldwin to examine the Middle East Spring and women's roles in evolving governments throughout Libya, Egypt, Tunisia, and Syria. She focuses on the memoir and testimony of doctors Mamphela Ramphele and Nawal El Saadawi. 00:48:00Marcia McNairnofeminism,Middle East Spring,Mamphela Ramphel,Nawal El Saadawi,Joylette SamuelsNassau Community College Professor Joylette Samuels, and Coordinator of the Women's Studies Project at NCC, discusses her dissertation entitled Rememory: Memohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/10/06/interview-elaine-gross-president-of-erase-racismCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/10/06/interview-elaine-gross-president-of-erase-racism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/10/06/interview-elaine-gross-president-of-erase-racismThu, 06 Oct 2011 22:00:00 GMTInterview: Elaine Gross, President of ERASE Racism ERASE Racism is a regional organization that leads public policy advocacy campaigns and related programming initiatives to promote racial equity in housing, public school education and healthcare primarily on Long Island. Elaine Gross, MSW, founder and president, has made it her mission to explore the systemic causes of social, politcal, and economic inequities and find ways to counteract those inequities. The ERASE stands for Education, Research, Advocacy, Support to Eliminate Racism. 01:03:00Marcia McNairnoElaine Gross,ERASE Racism,housing discimination,healthcare discrimination,educational equityERASE Racism is a regional organization that leads public policy advocacy campaigns and related programming initiatives to promote racial equity in housing, puhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/29/black-to-the-roots-part-two-featuring-dr-rodney-shabazzMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/29/black-to-the-roots-part-two-featuring-dr-rodney-shabazz/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/29/black-to-the-roots-part-two-featuring-dr-rodney-shabazzThu, 29 Sep 2011 21:00:00 GMTBlack to the Roots: Part Two featuring Dr. Rodney Shabazz Tune in for a reprise of one of my most popular episodes: a discussion of the past, present and future of reggae music with author and educator, Dr. R.A. Ptahsen-Shabazz. His book, Black to the Roots: Reggae's Rise, Downpression, and Reascension, is an in depth analysis of a musical genre that is often misunderstood by consumers and misused by the mainstream media. Dr. Shabazz focuses on the subtle processes by which the content, production and distribution of reggae became transformed and co-opted. His analysis concludes by examining the resurgence of the traditional roots themes in music, and the current market pressures that continue to impact on reggae production. 01:05:00Marcia McNairnoreggae,roots reggae,reggae djeli,shabazz,JamaicaTune in for a reprise of one of my most popular episodes: a discussion of the past, present and future of reggae music with author and educator, Dr. R.A. Ptahshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/25/is-college-a-big-scamCurrent Eventshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/25/is-college-a-big-scam/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/25/is-college-a-big-scamSun, 25 Sep 2011 20:00:00 GMTIs College A Big Scam? Join SOF host Marcia McNair as she invites Latino Perspectives columnist and Cafe Long Island talk show host Stephen R. Acevedo to talk about his latest column, Is College the Biggest Scam? Acevedo's controversial perspective is growing in popularity. Tune in to find out why! 01:03:00Marcia McNairnoStephen Acevedo,Education,College Tuition,Latino Perspectives,College StudentsJoin SOF host Marcia McNair as she invites Latino Perspectives columnist and Cafe Long Island talk show host Stephen R. Acevedo to talk about his latest columnhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/12/why-jamal-cant-read-the-harlem-book-fair-comes-to-liBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/12/why-jamal-cant-read-the-harlem-book-fair-comes-to-li/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/12/why-jamal-cant-read-the-harlem-book-fair-comes-to-liMon, 12 Sep 2011 22:00:00 GMTWhy Jamal Can't Read: The Harlem Book Fair Comes to LI The 2011 Harlem Book Fair on Long Island promises to be more than a chance to meet some of the best authors Long Island has to offer; it will also provide a in depth examination of an ever growing problem in the African American community: a spiraling illiteracy rate among black children. The Friends of the African American Museum and the African-Atlantic Genealogical Society, Inc. will host the event at the African American Museum and Center for Education and Applied Arts September 16-17. Co-hosted by Joy Rankin, Director of the Roosevelt Public Library, Arene Lomax and Kayo, the book fair's featured panelists, Dr. Judith Kronin (Creating Smart Smart Schools: The Education Instructional Coaching Method), Joy Rankin, and Principal Gretchin Cotton-Rodney will discuss Early Childhood Education and Literacy. Join me as I welcome Dr. Judith Kronin, Joy Rankin, David Byer-Tyre, Director of the Museum, as well as participating author Attorney Lauren Raysor (Living the Wealthy Life), to SOF's examination of literacy: Why Jamal Can't Read...and what can we do about it! 01:25:00Marcia McNairnoHarlem Book Fair on Long Island,Doctor Judith Kronin,African American Books,David Byer-Tyre,Joy RankinThe 2011 Harlem Book Fair on Long Island promises to be more than a chance to meet some of the best authors Long Island has to offer; it will also provide a inhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/08/meet-michelle-duster-great-granddaughter-of-ida-b-wellsBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/08/meet-michelle-duster-great-granddaughter-of-ida-b-wells/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/09/08/meet-michelle-duster-great-granddaughter-of-ida-b-wellsThu, 08 Sep 2011 21:00:00 GMTMeet Michelle Duster, Great Granddaughter of Ida B. Wells Writer Michelle Duster, who compiled and edited Ida: In Her Own Words and Ida From Abroad,  shares insights about her great-grandmother's legacy as well as her personal goals as a writer, one of which is "to highlight the positive contributions African American women have made to the United States." Duster is also one of the co-founders of MuseWrite, a group of professional writers who are focused on creating a connection between writers and the community. 01:07:00Marcia McNairnoMichelle Duster,womens literature,Ida B Wells,african american literature,lynch lawWriter Michelle Duster, who compiled and edited Ida: In Her Own Words and Ida From Abroad,  shares insights about her great-grandmother's legacy as well as herhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/08/25/e-males-excerpts-and-author-commentaryBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/08/25/e-males-excerpts-and-author-commentary/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/08/25/e-males-excerpts-and-author-commentaryThu, 25 Aug 2011 22:00:00 GMTE-Males Excerpts and Author Commentary SOF Radio kicks off an exciting new season of interviews and discussions, focusing on the current events which inspired Sistas on Fire: A Newsical.  In tonight's episode, host Marcia McNair reads selections, provides commentary, and answers your questions about her first novel. The characters may not be real, but the issues are! 00:46:00Marcia McNairnobooks,writing,literature,women,fragmentary writingSOF Radio kicks off an exciting new season of interviews and discussions, focusing on the current events which inspired Sistas on Fire: A Newsical.  In tonighthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/01/27/you-will-love-asa-lovechildMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/01/27/you-will-love-asa-lovechild/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2011/01/27/you-will-love-asa-lovechildThu, 27 Jan 2011 23:30:00 GMTYou Will Love Asa Lovechild The dynamic Asa Lovechild debuts with Asa Lovechild: Love's Experience (The Steve Wallace Edition). This modern day reincarnate of Billie Holiday and the long lost musical daughter of Patti Labelle (in the Indy world), takes you on a journey of love lost, love gained, love imagined, and love experienced with the sultry sound of "Sunshine", the hip hop infused "Smooth" , the seductive nature of "Vybe", and the moving sound of "Fly". A songstress of relatable proportions, Asa Lovechild takes you through the direct pain and pleasure that plays out as her life on wax.00:46:00Marcia McNairnoMusic,Entertainment,Women,Angela Arnold,Asa LovechildThe dynamic Asa Lovechild debuts with Asa Lovechild: Love's Experience (The Steve Wallace Edition). This modern day reincarnate of Billie Holiday and the long lhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/10/23/the-power-of-the-written-wordBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/10/23/the-power-of-the-written-word/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/10/23/the-power-of-the-written-wordSat, 23 Oct 2010 15:00:00 GMTThe Power of the Written Word: Guest Author Shahid AbdullahJoin SOF host Marcia McNair as she interviews a variety of authors on what inspires them to write! This episode's guest is Shahid Abdullah, author of Success is Automatic and CEO/Founder of The New Breed Generation Inc.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Self-Improvement,Writing,African American,InspirationJoin SOF host Marcia McNair as she interviews a variety of authors on what inspires them to write! This episode's guest is Shahid Abdullah, author of Success ishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/09/21/to-the-fringe-and-beyond-long-island-2010-fringe-festivalCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/09/21/to-the-fringe-and-beyond-long-island-2010-fringe-festival/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/09/21/to-the-fringe-and-beyond-long-island-2010-fringe-festivalTue, 21 Sep 2010 22:30:00 GMTTo the Fringe and Beyond: Long Island 2010 Fringe FestivalCall in or chat with the organizers and performers. The 2010 Long Island Fringe Festival is three days (September 24, 25 & 26) of cutting edge dance, music, theater, performance poetry and visual artistry in a celebration of "The Science of Fringematics". Sistas on Fire will perform during the 7 pm block on Sat., 9/25. Visit www.Tillescenter.org for more information.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoThe Science of Fringematics,Long Island Theater,Sistas on Fire Performance,Spoken Word Poetry,Dance PerformanceCall in or chat with the organizers and performers. The 2010 Long Island Fringe Festival is three days (September 24, 25 & 26) of cutting edge dance, music, thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/07/12/valeries-got-the-write-stuff-interview-with-author-valerie-auguste-partinBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/07/12/valeries-got-the-write-stuff-interview-with-author-valerie-auguste-partin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/07/12/valeries-got-the-write-stuff-interview-with-author-valerie-auguste-partinMon, 12 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMTValerie's Got the Write Stuff: Interview with Author Valerie Auguste-PartinAuthor of the critically acclaimed book and film, Eye Was Blind, Valerie Auguste-Partin talks with SOF Radio host Marcia L. McNair about the sequel, Eye Was Blind Now Eye See.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Writing,Eye Was Blind,Eye Was Blind Now Eye See,Valerie Auguste-PartinAuthor of the critically acclaimed book and film, Eye Was Blind, Valerie Auguste-Partin talks with SOF Radio host Marcia L. McNair about the sequel, Eye Was Blihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/07/01/writing-for-his-life-interview-with-author-don-durantBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/07/01/writing-for-his-life-interview-with-author-don-durant/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/07/01/writing-for-his-life-interview-with-author-don-durantThu, 01 Jul 2010 23:00:00 GMTWriting for His Life: Interview with Author Don DurantAuthor, social commentator, and Blog Talk Radio host Don Durant discusses his latest novel: THE GROWTH CURVE, the sequel to The Flesh Is Weak. Durant's novels address the crisis in the African American family, focusing on the obstacles facing single mothers.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoDon Durant,Books,Writing,Parenting,WomenAuthor, social commentator, and Blog Talk Radio host Don Durant discusses his latest novel: THE GROWTH CURVE, the sequel to The Flesh Is Weak. Durant's novelshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/06/23/talking-miracles-author-karen-deadwylerBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/06/23/talking-miracles-author-karen-deadwyler/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/06/23/talking-miracles-author-karen-deadwylerWed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMTTalking Miracles: Author Karen DeadwylerApostle and author Karen Deadwyler talks about her new book Five Rights: Medication for the Soul. A "living miracle," Karen is also the author of the bestseller His Miraculous Way. 00:45:00Marcia McNairnoWriting,Books,Spiritual,Karen Deadwyler,InspirationApostle and author Karen Deadwyler talks about her new book Five Rights: Medication for the Soul. A "living miracle," Karen is also the author of the bestsellerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/06/03/act-now-foundation-founder-aaron-ingram-a-hard-actCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/06/03/act-now-foundation-founder-aaron-ingram-a-hard-act/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/06/03/act-now-foundation-founder-aaron-ingram-a-hard-actThu, 03 Jun 2010 23:00:00 GMTAct Now Foundation Founder Aaron Ingram: A Hard Act to FollowJoin SOF host Marcia McNair as Mr. Ingram discusses the mission of Act Now, black empowerment in the performing arts, and the upcoming dramatic reading of SOF hosted by the Foundation. Special Guest: Professor Anissa Moore reads the unedited version of her essay-Train Ride.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoTheater,African American Theater,Act Now Foundation,African American Film,Aaron IngramJoin SOF host Marcia McNair as Mr. Ingram discusses the mission of Act Now, black empowerment in the performing arts, and the upcoming dramatic reading of SOF hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/04/28/what-erica-watson-didnt-say-on-dr-phils-great-weigPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/04/28/what-erica-watson-didnt-say-on-dr-phils-great-weig/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/04/28/what-erica-watson-didnt-say-on-dr-phils-great-weigWed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMTWhat Erica Watson Didn't Say on Dr. Phil's Great Weight DebateFresh from her appearance on the Dr. Phil Show, multi-talented Erica Watson (she's directing the upcoming performance of SOF for the Emerging New Artists Notes From a Page Series) discusses her life and work, including what she didn't get to say on her back-to-back appearances on Dr. Phil, with SOF host Marcia McNair. 01:00:00Marcia McNairnoErica Watson,Dr Phil,The Great Weight Debate,Emerging New Artists Festival,TheatreFresh from her appearance on the Dr. Phil Show, multi-talented Erica Watson (she's directing the upcoming performance of SOF for the Emerging New Artists Noteshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/04/21/what-erica-watson-didnt-say-on-dr-phils-great-weigPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/04/21/what-erica-watson-didnt-say-on-dr-phils-great-weig/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/04/21/what-erica-watson-didnt-say-on-dr-phils-great-weigWed, 21 Apr 2010 01:00:00 GMTCommentary on Dr. Phil's Great Weight DebateSOF host Marcia McNair shares her thoughts on Dr. Phil's Great Weight Debate, introduces listeners to upcoming guest Erica Watson, and makes some important announcements about the Emerging New Artists Theatre Festival performance of SOF on May 2nd. 01:00:00Marcia McNairnoErica Watson,Fat Acceptance,Emerging New Artists,Precious,Sistas on FireSOF host Marcia McNair shares her thoughts on Dr. Phil's Great Weight Debate, introduces listeners to upcoming guest Erica Watson, and makes some important annohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/02/21/a-conversation-with-michael-green-of-shades-of-truth-theatreEntertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/02/21/a-conversation-with-michael-green-of-shades-of-truth-theatre/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/02/21/a-conversation-with-michael-green-of-shades-of-truth-theatreSun, 21 Feb 2010 20:00:00 GMTA Conversation with Michael Green of Shades of Truth TheatreTapped by fate to portray Martin Luther King Jr. in his first play at the age of ten, multi-talented Michael Green (actor, director, writer, teacher, and producer) has forever been smitten by the acting bug. He has performed roles as diverse as Walter Lee in "A Raisin in the Sun" to Menelaus in "The Trojan Women". Michael received critical praise for his recent performances as Dr. King in The Meeting. He has performed in six national tours including two seasons with Theatreworks USA's Freedom Train. Michael can be seen in syndication on CBS's "Walker Texas Ranger" having completed two episodes, and can be heard as the voice of Uncle Al on Nickelodeon's Bill Cosby series "Little Bill." Michael is the producer for Sistas on Fire!01:00:00Marcia McNairnoTheatre,Acting,Michael Green,Shades of Truth Theatre,Sistas on FireTapped by fate to portray Martin Luther King Jr. in his first play at the age of ten, multi-talented Michael Green (actor, director, writer, teacher, and produchttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/01/22/part-two-of-black-to-the-rootsMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/01/22/part-two-of-black-to-the-roots/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/01/22/part-two-of-black-to-the-rootsFri, 22 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMTBlack to the Roots: Reggae's Rise, Downpression and ReascensionPart Two of two interviews with educator and author Dr. RA Ptahsen-Shabazz,featuring musical clips by Bob Marley, Peter Tosh,and Rita Marley. In addition, SOF host Marcia McNair shares Nassau Community College's Black Heritage Month schedule of free events.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoReggae,Books,Marley,Tosh,MundellPart Two of two interviews with educator and author Dr. RA Ptahsen-Shabazz,featuring musical clips by Bob Marley, Peter Tosh,and Rita Marley. In addition, SOF hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/01/21/part-one-of-black-to-the-roots-reggaes-rise-downprMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/01/21/part-one-of-black-to-the-roots-reggaes-rise-downpr/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2010/01/21/part-one-of-black-to-the-roots-reggaes-rise-downprThu, 21 Jan 2010 15:00:00 GMTBlack to the Roots: Reggae's Rise, Downpression and ReascensionSPECIAL REBROADCAST OF PART ONE OF TWO INTERVIEWS: Dr. RA Ptahsen-Shabazz discusses his ground-breaking book on the history of reggae with SOF host Marcia L. McNair. Dr. Shabazz says, "The 1980s and early 1990s brought significant changes to reggae in ways very similar to the dismantling of Black American's R&B/soul tradition." He will answer the question: "Was it a natural progression for a music tradition to grow from such a cultural and politcally relevant origin to its present state where socially irresponsible music and artists define the genre in the commercial market today?" Musical clips enhance the discussion of the topic. 01:00:00Marcia McNairnoReggae,Books,Music,Bob Marley,Peter ToshSPECIAL REBROADCAST OF PART ONE OF TWO INTERVIEWS: Dr. RA Ptahsen-Shabazz discusses his ground-breaking book on the history of reggae with SOF host Marcia L. Mchttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/21/the-power-of-poetry-featuring-duane-espositoPoetryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/21/the-power-of-poetry-featuring-duane-esposito/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/21/the-power-of-poetry-featuring-duane-espositoSat, 21 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry featuring Duane EspositoDiane Glancy selected Duane Esposito's poetry for an Academy of American Poets Award. In 2003, he was nominated for a Pushcart Prize. He has published two books of poetry: The Book of Bubba (Brown Dog Press,1998) and Cadillac Battleship (BrokenTribe Press, 2005). 01:00:00Marcia McNairnoDuane Esposito,The Book of Bubba,Cadillac Battleship,Poetry,BooksDiane Glancy selected Duane Esposito's poetry for an Academy of American Poets Award. In 2003, he was nominated for a Pushcart Prize. He has published two boohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/13/all-he-does-a-conversation-with-juson-williams-of-Entertainmenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/13/all-he-does-a-conversation-with-juson-williams-of-/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/13/all-he-does-a-conversation-with-juson-williams-of-Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:30:00 GMTAll He Does: A Conversation with Juson Williams of "The Wiz"JUSON WILLIAMS, FROM ENCORE'S "THE WIZ", IS GOING SOLO IN HIS ONE-MAN SHOW: "ALL I DO". HIS SPECIAL GUEST IS TONY AWARD WINNING LACHANZE, FROM BRAOADWAY'S "THE COLOR PURPLE". JOIN SOF HOST MARCIA MCNAIR AS SHE DISCUSSED WITH WILLAMS ALL THAT HE DOES! VISIT TRIADNYC.COM FOR MORE INFO.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoJuson Williams,LaChanze,All I Do,Theatre,PlaysJUSON WILLIAMS, FROM ENCORE'S "THE WIZ", IS GOING SOLO IN HIS ONE-MAN SHOW: "ALL I DO". HIS SPECIAL GUEST IS TONY AWARD WINNING LACHANZE, FROM BRAOADWAY'S "THEhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/12/dont-toy-with-mystereMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/12/dont-toy-with-mystere/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/12/dont-toy-with-mystereThu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMTDon't Toy With MysterEFor a decade, MysterE has been working hard at his craft, performing at numerous showcases, striving to create Hip-Hop music different from his Gangsta rapping colleagues. He has succeeded in writing lyrics in everyday language, promoting all that is good, creating awareness to all that is problematic and provoking critical thought amongst the audience for solutions to the pollution. His single, "Don't Be Toying with Me," is about to hit hard yet again on his forthcoming EP.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoMusic,Hip Hop,MysterE,Dont Be Toying With Me,WritingFor a decade, MysterE has been working hard at his craft, performing at numerous showcases, striving to create Hip-Hop music different from his Gangsta rappinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/07/the-power-of-poetry-richard-newmanBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/07/the-power-of-poetry-richard-newman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/07/the-power-of-poetry-richard-newmanSat, 07 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry: Richard NewmanTHE SILENCE OF MEN (CavanKerry Press; May 2006; $16.00, paperback) is the debut volume of poems by Richard Jeffrey Newman, whose work has appeared in such prestigious publications as Prairie Schooner and ACM (Another Chicago Magazine), and has been featured on the Poetry Daily website. Thematically uncompromising and deceptively straightforward in its use of the vernacular,Newman’s candid poetry lays bare the darker impulses of human experience, yet explores the transcendence possible once we come to terms with our own shadowy legacies of sex, violence, family dysfunction, and religious beliefs.01:00:00Marcia McNairnopoetry,books,writing,Richard Newman,Nassau Community CollegeTHE SILENCE OF MEN (CavanKerry Press; May 2006; $16.00, paperback) is the debut volume of poems by Richard Jeffrey Newman, whose work has appeared in such preshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/01/the-power-of-poetry-featuring-fabiola-sully-1Culturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/01/the-power-of-poetry-featuring-fabiola-sully-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/11/01/the-power-of-poetry-featuring-fabiola-sully-1Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:30:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry featuring Fabiola SullyLong Island poet Fabiola Sully reads from her latest collection of poetry called "Finding the Way Home." Sully's poems capture the joys and pains of growing into womanhood and a greater sense of self.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoPoetry,books,literature,writing,poemsLong Island poet Fabiola Sully reads from her latest collection of poetry called "Finding the Way Home." Sully's poems capture the joys and pains of growing inthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/10/24/the-power-of-poetry-pramila-venkateswaranBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/10/24/the-power-of-poetry-pramila-venkateswaran/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/10/24/the-power-of-poetry-pramila-venkateswaranSat, 24 Oct 2009 14:00:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry: Pramila VenkateswaranBehind Dark Waters, Venkateswaran's second collection of poetry, outstrips her first in many ways: It is substantial in volume and contains a wider range of subjects and themes; external events, geographies, and mythologies collide with interior reckonings to pose poetic ephiphanies; as often as not the poems pirouette on the dance floor of the page.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,poetry,Writing,Behind Dark Waters,Pramila VenkateswaranBehind Dark Waters, Venkateswaran's second collection of poetry, outstrips her first in many ways: It is substantial in volume and contains a wider range of subhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/10/22/phat-and-fabulous-an-intimate-conversation-with-actresswriter-erica-faye-watsonWomenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/10/22/phat-and-fabulous-an-intimate-conversation-with-actresswriter-erica-faye-watson/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/10/22/phat-and-fabulous-an-intimate-conversation-with-actresswriter-erica-faye-watsonThu, 22 Oct 2009 01:00:00 GMTPhat and Fabulous! An Intimate Conversation with Actress/Writer Erica Faye-WatsonFrom her one woman show "Fat Bitch" to her comedy act and blogs, actress/writer/comedienne/television and film director Erica Faye-Watson takes on the American obcession with weight by challenging stereotypes and turning a critical eye on the beholder.01:00:00Marcia McNairnowomen,body image,weight,comedy,writingFrom her one woman show "Fat Bitch" to her comedy act and blogs, actress/writer/comedienne/television and film director Erica Faye-Watson takes on the Americanhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/09/23/interview-with-candidate-carrie-solagesPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/09/23/interview-with-candidate-carrie-solages/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/09/23/interview-with-candidate-carrie-solagesWed, 23 Sep 2009 20:00:00 GMTInterview with Candidate Carrie SolagesHost Marcia L. McNair interviews the Democratic candidate for Nassau County Clerk and attorney: Carrie Solages. As Commissioner for the Commission on Human Rights of Nassau County, he was charged with promoting tolerance, fighting discrimination and unequal treatment. He is the Secretary of the Elmont Coalition for Sustainable Development which works with Sustainable Long Island on implementing the visioning process of the community. Solages has proven his leadership ability throughout the years and is ready to discuss the issues. http://carriesolages.com00:45:00Marcia McNairnoCarrie Solages,Nassau County,Election,Politics,Long IslandHost Marcia L. McNair interviews the Democratic candidate for Nassau County Clerk and attorney: Carrie Solages. As Commissioner for the Commission on Human Righhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/08/24/ladiesis-chivalry-dead-or-is-it-in-critical-conditionRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/08/24/ladiesis-chivalry-dead-or-is-it-in-critical-condition/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/08/24/ladiesis-chivalry-dead-or-is-it-in-critical-conditionMon, 24 Aug 2009 01:00:00 GMTLadies...Is Chivalry Dead or Is It in Critical Condition?Gentleman...Are Ladies Entitled to Chivalry or Should it be Earned? Let's talk about it with Joy Joseph, Marcia McNair, and Kevin Bailey of the Touchpoints Relationship Forum. (A Preview of the Second Forum)01:00:00Marcia McNairnoDating,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,African AmericanGentleman...Are Ladies Entitled to Chivalry or Should it be Earned? Let's talk about it with Joy Joseph, Marcia McNair, and Kevin Bailey of the Touchpoints Rehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/08/13/upclose-with-author-and-motivational-speaker-kevin-baileyBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/08/13/upclose-with-author-and-motivational-speaker-kevin-bailey/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/08/13/upclose-with-author-and-motivational-speaker-kevin-baileyThu, 13 Aug 2009 01:00:00 GMTUpclose with Author and Motivational Speaker Kevin BaileyDMBF host Marcia L. McNair interviews author,lecturer,anti-bullying crusader, and motivational speaker Kevin Bailey about his life and work.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Children,Bullying,Parenting,RelationshipsDMBF host Marcia L. McNair interviews author,lecturer,anti-bullying crusader, and motivational speaker Kevin Bailey about his life and work.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/22/black-to-the-roots-reggaes-rise-downpression-and-reascensionMusichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/22/black-to-the-roots-reggaes-rise-downpression-and-reascension/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/22/black-to-the-roots-reggaes-rise-downpression-and-reascensionWed, 22 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMTBlack to the Roots: Reggae's Rise, Downpression and ReascensionDr. RA Ptahsen-Shabazz discusses his ground-breaking book on the history of reggae with DMBF host Marcia L. McNair. Dr. Shabazz says, "The 1980s and early 1990s brought significant changes to reggae in ways very similar to the dismantling of Black American's R&B/soul tradition." He will answer the question: "Was it a natural progression for a music tradition to grow from such a cultural and politcally relevant origin to its present state where socially irresponsible music and artists define the genre in the commercial market today?" Musical clips enhance the discussion of the topic.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoReggae,books,Bob Marley,Music,WritingDr. RA Ptahsen-Shabazz discusses his ground-breaking book on the history of reggae with DMBF host Marcia L. McNair. Dr. Shabazz says, "The 1980s and early 1990shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/16/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-harlem-book-fairBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/16/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-harlem-book-fair/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/16/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-harlem-book-fairThu, 16 Jul 2009 15:00:00 GMTCelebrating the 11th Anniversary of the Harlem Book FairDMBF host Marcia L. McNair interviews Max Rodriguez, founder of the Harlem Book Fair, QBR: The Black Book Review, and HBF Publishing, about the past, present and future of the most well-known African American book festival in the country. This year's book fair is Sat., 7/18, from 10am to 6 pm, on 135th Street from Malcolm X Blvd.to Frederick Douglass Blvd.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Literature,Writing,African American Culture,Book FairsDMBF host Marcia L. McNair interviews Max Rodriguez, founder of the Harlem Book Fair, QBR: The Black Book Review, and HBF Publishing, about the past, present anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/13/e-males-dramatizationBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/13/e-males-dramatization/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/13/e-males-dramatizationMon, 13 Jul 2009 16:00:00 GMTE-Males DramatizationWith Lacroix, Erica Faye Watson, and Malachi Rivers read excerpts from E-Males by Marcia L. McNair01:30:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,dating,Romance,African American Women,WritingWith Lacroix, Erica Faye Watson, and Malachi Rivers read excerpts from E-Males by Marcia L. McNairhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/09/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-harlem-book-fairBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/09/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-harlem-book-fair/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/09/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-harlem-book-fairThu, 09 Jul 2009 15:00:00 GMTCelebrating the 11th Anniversary of the Harlem Book FairDMBF host Marcia L. McNair interviews Max Rodriguez, founder of the Harlem Book Fair, QBR: The Black Book Review, and HBF Publishing, about the past, present and future of the most well-known African American book festival in the country. This year's book fair is Sat., 7/18, from 10am to 6 pm, on 135th Street from Malcolm X Blvd.to Frederick Douglass Blvd.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Literature,Writing,African American Culture,Book FairsDMBF host Marcia L. McNair interviews Max Rodriguez, founder of the Harlem Book Fair, QBR: The Black Book Review, and HBF Publishing, about the past, present anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/08/interview-with-actress-candice-myers-of-eye-was-blindFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/08/interview-with-actress-candice-myers-of-eye-was-blind/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/08/interview-with-actress-candice-myers-of-eye-was-blindWed, 08 Jul 2009 15:00:00 GMTInterview with Actress Candice Myers of Eye Was BlindIndependent film actress Candice Myers discusses her life as an actress, the scarcity of roles for African American actresses in Hollywood, and her reprisal of her role as Armani in the sequel to Eye Was Blind, which won the 2005 New York International Independent Film & Video Festival Best Feature Length Drama award.To see some of Candice’s acting work, visit her website: www.candice-myers.com.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoFilm,Independent Film,African American,Women,BooksIndependent film actress Candice Myers discusses her life as an actress, the scarcity of roles for African American actresses in Hollywood, and her reprisal ofhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/02/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-harlem-book-fairBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/02/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-harlem-book-fair/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/07/02/celebrating-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-harlem-book-fairThu, 02 Jul 2009 15:00:00 GMTCelebrating the 11th Anniversary of the Harlem Book FairDMBF host Marcia L. McNair interviews Max Rodriguez, founder of the Harlem Book Fair, QBR: The Black Book Review, and HBF Publishing, about the past, present and future of the most well-known African American book festival in the country. This year's book fair is Sat., 7/18, from 10am to 6 pm, on 135th Street from Malcolm X Blvd.to Frederick Douglass Blvd.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Literature,Writing,African American Culture,ArtsDMBF host Marcia L. McNair interviews Max Rodriguez, founder of the Harlem Book Fair, QBR: The Black Book Review, and HBF Publishing, about the past, present anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/06/10/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-grand-finaleCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/06/10/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-grand-finale/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/06/10/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-grand-finaleWed, 10 Jun 2009 19:00:00 GMTSex and the Swinging, Single Feminist Girl: Grand FinaleHe calls himself Mr. Antagonist. I call myself a mad black feminist. Is it a match made in heaven or hell? Host Marcia McNair welcomes talk show host, blogger, and self-described "hater" Mr. Antagonist as her guest to discuss why black men and women just can't get along.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoAfrican American,Sex,Dating,Relationships,Mr AntagonistHe calls himself Mr. Antagonist. I call myself a mad black feminist. Is it a match made in heaven or hell? Host Marcia McNair welcomes talk show host, blogger,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/06/07/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-in-reviewRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/06/07/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-in-review/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/06/07/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-in-reviewSun, 07 Jun 2009 19:00:00 GMTSex and the Swinging, Single Feminist Girl In ReviewDating and mating from a feminist perspective. The chatroom will be open as host Marcia McNair, co-writer of Sistas on Fire and author of E-Males: A Novel reviews parts one and two of the series in preparation for the grande finale.01:30:00Marcia McNairnoDating,Relationships,African American,Sex,RomanceDating and mating from a feminist perspective. The chatroom will be open as host Marcia McNair, co-writer of Sistas on Fire and author of E-Males: A Novel reviehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/06/02/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-part-two-of-threeRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/06/02/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-part-two-of-three/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/06/02/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-part-two-of-threeTue, 02 Jun 2009 15:00:00 GMTSex and the Swinging, Single Feminist Girl: Part Two of ThreeRelationship advice for men from a feminist perspective. Host Marcia McNair discusses the five dumb things brothas do and how to become a husband instead of a baby daddy.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoDating,African Americans,Romance,Relationships,sexRelationship advice for men from a feminist perspective. Host Marcia McNair discusses the five dumb things brothas do and how to become a husband instead of a bhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/05/31/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-part-1a-of-threeRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/05/31/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-part-1a-of-three/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/05/31/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-part-1a-of-threeSun, 31 May 2009 21:30:00 GMTSex and the Swinging, Single Feminist Girl: Part 1.A of ThreeRelationship advice for men from a feminist perspective. Host Marcia McNair discusses the five dumb things brothas do and how to become a husband instead of a baby daddy.00:45:00Marcia McNairnosingles,sex,African American,African American Women,datingRelationship advice for men from a feminist perspective. Host Marcia McNair discusses the five dumb things brothas do and how to become a husband instead of a bhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/05/25/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-part-one-of-threeRomancehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/05/25/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-part-one-of-three/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/05/25/sex-and-the-swinging-single-feminist-girl-part-one-of-threeMon, 25 May 2009 12:30:00 GMTSex and the Swinging, Single Feminist Girl: Part One of ThreeWhy should I act like a lady and think like a man when I am a woman? Shouldn't women think like women and leave thinking like men to men? Host Marcia McNair uses a womanist perspective to deconstruct the plethora of contemporary dating and mating advice for women.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoDating,Steve Harvey,Romance,Relationships,WomenWhy should I act like a lady and think like a man when I am a woman? Shouldn't women think like women and leave thinking like men to men? Host Marcia McNair ushttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/05/01/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/05/01/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/05/01/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellFri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/17/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/17/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/17/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellFri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/16/the-power-of-poetry-poetry-ignites-a-childs-spiritPoetryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/16/the-power-of-poetry-poetry-ignites-a-childs-spirit/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/16/the-power-of-poetry-poetry-ignites-a-childs-spiritThu, 16 Apr 2009 19:00:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry: Poetry Ignites A Child's SpiritJoin host Marcia McNair as she welcomes the 7th and 8th grade students from P.S. 83 and I.S. 181 in New York City. Screenwriter, Author, Poet and Arts Teacher at P.S. 83, Valerie Auguste-Partin co-hosts.01:30:00Marcia McNairnopoetry,books,children,arts,literatureJoin host Marcia McNair as she welcomes the 7th and 8th grade students from P.S. 83 and I.S. 181 in New York City. Screenwriter, Author, Poet and Arts Teacher ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/10/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/10/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/10/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellFri, 10 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/03/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/03/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/04/03/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellFri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/27/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/27/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/27/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellFri, 27 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/12/eyes-on-hempstead-again-local-election-special-Politicshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/12/eyes-on-hempstead-again-local-election-special-/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/12/eyes-on-hempstead-again-local-election-special-Thu, 12 Mar 2009 22:30:00 GMTEyes on Hempstead Again: Local Election Special Hempstead gained national attention during the last presidential debate, because it was held at Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY. Join DMBF host Marcia McNair as she discusses the upcoming local election with several Democratic incumbents: Mayor Wayne Hall, Mayoral Candidate, Livio "Tony" Rosario, Trustee Candidate, and Tanya Hobson-Williams, Village Justice Candidate. 01:00:00Marcia McNairnoHempstead,Elections,Politics,Long Island,New YorkHempstead gained national attention during the last presidential debate, because it was held at Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY. Join DMBF host Marcia McNahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/11/the-power-of-poetry-featuring-lindamichellebaronPoetryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/11/the-power-of-poetry-featuring-lindamichellebaron/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/11/the-power-of-poetry-featuring-lindamichellebaronWed, 11 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry: Patti TanaHost Marcia McNair welcomes progressive poet extraordinaire, PATTI TANA. Tana is a Professor of English at Nassau Community College and Associate Editor of Long Island Quarterly. She is the author of seven books of poetry, most recently Make Your Way Across This Bridge: New & Selected Writings (Whittier Publications, 2003); and This is Why You Flew Ten Thousand Miles (Whittier Publications, 2006); and the editor of a new anthology of poems by sixty-three poets: Songs of Seasoned Women (Quadrasoul, Inc).01:00:00Marcia McNairnopoetry,writing,women,books,ProgressiveHost Marcia McNair welcomes progressive poet extraordinaire, PATTI TANA. Tana is a Professor of English at Nassau Community College and Associate Editor of Longhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/06/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/06/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/06/e-males-the-internet-date-from-hellFri, 06 Mar 2009 01:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/05/americas-dirty-little-secret-homeless-familiesPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/05/americas-dirty-little-secret-homeless-families/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/05/americas-dirty-little-secret-homeless-familiesThu, 05 Mar 2009 23:30:00 GMTAmerica"s Dirty Little Secret: Homeless FamiliesAmerica’s Dirty Little Secret: Homeless Families Rising food and fuel costs, a lack of affordable housing, unemployment and foreclosures have changed the face of homelessness in America. Who are the homeless? Contrary to popular myth, the majority of the homeless people are not mentally ill bag people searching through garbage for food! Fifty percent of the homeless are made up of families! Join me and my guest Brenda Farrar-Ejemai, advocate for the homeless and author of The Family in the Car, as we discuss what it’s like to be homeless in America. Farrar-Ejemai recently reached out to President Obama, asking him not to forget about America’s secret homeless. What can you do to help? Listen in and find out. 01:00:00Marcia McNairnoHomeless,Economic Crisis,Foreclosure,Families,ObamaAmerica’s Dirty Little Secret: Homeless Families Rising food and fuel costs, a lack of affordable housing, unemployment and foreclosures have changed the facehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/05/The-Power-of-Poetry-Patti-TanaPoetryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/05/The-Power-of-Poetry-Patti-Tana/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/03/05/The-Power-of-Poetry-Patti-TanaThu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry featuring LindamichellebaronDMBF host Marcia McNair interviews beloved poet and writer Dr. Lindamichellebaron. As an author and poet, Dr. Lindamichellebaron’s books include: The Sun Is On (listed as a recommended book for New York State middle schools), Rhythm & Dues, For the Love of Life and Anthony Ant and Grady Grasshopper. Dr. Baron’s innovative and expanding educational enrichment program, “Driving the Dream: Literacy and the Arts,” has been implemented in educational systems across the country. Dr. Baron is also coauthor of The Write Direction (Modern Curriculum Press), an instructional writing textbook series published in 1999. Her poems have been featured in a number of poetry anthologies as well as on stage in the recent musical and dance production, The Groove that Got the Move of Us!01:00:00Marcia McNairnopoetry,writing,books,women,ProgressiveDMBF host Marcia McNair interviews beloved poet and writer Dr. Lindamichellebaron. As an author and poet, Dr. Lindamichellebaron’s books include: The Sun Is Onhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/27/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/27/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-Hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/27/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellFri, 27 Feb 2009 01:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/20/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellPoetryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/20/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-Hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/20/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellFri, 20 Feb 2009 01:00:00 GMTDMBF: Readings From the PlayIn celebration of the first professional production of DMBF, the play, by Shades of Truth Theatre Co., host Marcia McNair reads unedited selections from the play. Don't miss this chance to hear the original, uncut versions of "Dead, But Not Silenced", "Now Who's the Terrorist?" and "Yesterday."00:45:00Marcia McNairnoCapital Punishment,Politics,Theatre,African American Women,AIDSIn celebration of the first professional production of DMBF, the play, by Shades of Truth Theatre Co., host Marcia McNair reads unedited selections from the plahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/19/Death-the-Iraq-War-And-Self-Destruction-Keith-Robinson-on-His-Film-October-16thFilmhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/19/Death-the-Iraq-War-And-Self-Destruction-Keith-Robinson-on-His-Film-October-16th/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/19/Death-the-Iraq-War-And-Self-Destruction-Keith-Robinson-on-His-Film-October-16thThu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMTDeath, the Iraq War, And Self-Destruction: Keith Robinson on His Film "October 16th""October 16th" is one of the few films which examines the affect of the war in Iraq on African Americans. Independent filmmaker Keith Robinson,www.Orangepealmedia.org, discusses his award-winning film as well as the issues confronting independent filmmakers today.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoFilm,Iraq War,African American Men,Movies,Independent Film"October 16th" is one of the few films which examines the affect of the war in Iraq on African Americans. Independent filmmaker Keith Robinson,www.Orangepealmedhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/12/Diary-of-A-Mad-Black-Feminist-The-PlayCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/12/Diary-of-A-Mad-Black-Feminist-The-Play/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/12/Diary-of-A-Mad-Black-Feminist-The-PlayThu, 12 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTDiary of A Mad Black Feminist: The PlayHost Marcia McNair and co-writer of DMBF, Sista Girl, discuss their controversial play, which is currently under production with Shades of Truth Theatre Company in NYC. Why are they mad? Listen and find out.01:30:00Marcia McNairnoTheatre,African Americans,Progressive,Women,WritingHost Marcia McNair and co-writer of DMBF, Sista Girl, discuss their controversial play, which is currently under production with Shades of Truth Theatre Companyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/07/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-Valerie-Auguste-PartinWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/07/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-Valerie-Auguste-Partin/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/07/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-Valerie-Auguste-PartinSat, 07 Feb 2009 14:30:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry featuring Valerie Auguste-PartinDMBF Host Marcia McNair welcomes Valerie Auguste-Partin for a live reading of her poetry as well as an intimate discussion of the poet's life and work.01:00:00Marcia McNairnopoetry,Women,Writing,Books,African AmericanDMBF Host Marcia McNair welcomes Valerie Auguste-Partin for a live reading of her poetry as well as an intimate discussion of the poet's life and work.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/06/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/06/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-Hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/06/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellFri, 06 Feb 2009 01:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/05/before-they-die-the-tulsa-race-riot-Historyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/05/before-they-die-the-tulsa-race-riot-/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/05/before-they-die-the-tulsa-race-riot-Thu, 05 Feb 2009 23:30:00 GMTBefore They Die: The Tulsa Race Riot Filmmaker Reggie Turner discusses his movie about the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921, in which America's most prosperous Black Community was bombed, looted and destroyed in less than 18 hours by a white mob. "Before They Die" reveals the government's conspiracy of silence, which covered up the loss of more than 300 African American lives and the displacement of over 10,000 more.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoAfrican American,History,Film,Reggie Turner,Before They DieFilmmaker Reggie Turner discusses his movie about the Tulsa Race Riot of 1921, in which America's most prosperous Black Community was bombed, looted and destroyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/03/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-LindamichellebaronCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/03/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-Lindamichellebaron/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/02/03/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-LindamichellebaronTue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry featuring LindamichellebaronDMBF host Marcia McNair interviews beloved poet and writer Dr. Lindamichellebaron. As an author and poet, Dr. Lindamichellebaron’s books include: The Sun Is On (listed as a recommended book for New York State middle schools), Rhythm & Dues, For the Love of Life and Anthony Ant and Grady Grasshopper. Dr. Baron’s innovative and expanding educational enrichment program, “Driving the Dream: Literacy and the Arts,” has been implemented in educational systems across the country. Dr. Baron is also coauthor of The Write Direction (Modern Curriculum Press), an instructional writing textbook series published in 1999. Her poems have been featured in a number of poetry anthologies as well as on stage in the recent musical and dance production, The Groove that Got the Move of Us!01:00:00Marcia McNairnopoetry,writing,books,African American Women,lindamichellebaronDMBF host Marcia McNair interviews beloved poet and writer Dr. Lindamichellebaron. As an author and poet, Dr. Lindamichellebaron’s books include: The Sun Is Onhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/30/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/30/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-Hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/30/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellFri, 30 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/29/In-Search-of-KnowledgeCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/29/In-Search-of-Knowledge/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/29/In-Search-of-KnowledgeThu, 29 Jan 2009 23:30:00 GMTIn Search of KnowledgePhoto Historian Bea Joyner discusses her experiences photographing some of the great African American writers in contemporary history.01:00:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,writing,literature,African American Women,HistoryPhoto Historian Bea Joyner discusses her experiences photographing some of the great African American writers in contemporary history.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/26/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/26/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-Hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/26/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellMon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Internet Dating,African American Women,RomanceThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/23/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/23/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-Hell/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/23/E-Males-The-Internet-Date-From-HellFri, 23 Jan 2009 01:00:00 GMTE-Males: The Internet Date From HellThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novel E-Males, the cast includes Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz.00:45:00Marcia McNairnoBooks,Relationships,Romance,African American Women,Internet DatingThis intimate glimpse into the cyber love life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. An excerpt from the novehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/22/A-Dream-Realized-or-Still-DeferredCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/22/A-Dream-Realized-or-Still-Deferred/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/22/A-Dream-Realized-or-Still-DeferredThu, 22 Jan 2009 23:30:00 GMTA Dream Realized or Still Deferred?MLK Day Recognition Show01:30:00Marcia McNairnoMartin Luther King,Obama,Hughes,Politics,CultureMLK Day Recognition Showhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/17/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-LindamichellebaronPoetryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/17/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-Lindamichellebaron/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/17/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-LindamichellebaronSat, 17 Jan 2009 19:00:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry featuring LindamichellebaronDMBF host Marcia McNair interviews beloved poet and writer Dr. Lindamichellebaron. As an author and poet, Dr. Lindamichellebaron’s books include: The Sun Is On (listed as a recommended book for New York State middle schools), Rhythm & Dues, For the Love of Life and Anthony Ant and Grady Grasshopper. Dr. Baron’s innovative and expanding educational enrichment program, “Driving the Dream: Literacy and the Arts,” has been implemented in educational systems across the country. Dr. Baron is also coauthor of The Write Direction (Modern Curriculum Press), an instructional writing textbook series published in 1999. Her poems have been featured in a number of poetry anthologies as well as on stage in the recent musical and dance production, The Groove that Got the Move of Us!01:00:00Marcia McNairnopoetry,writing,women,books,childrenDMBF host Marcia McNair interviews beloved poet and writer Dr. Lindamichellebaron. As an author and poet, Dr. Lindamichellebaron’s books include: The Sun Is Onhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/15/A-Dream-Realized-or-Still-DeferredCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/15/A-Dream-Realized-or-Still-Deferred/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/15/A-Dream-Realized-or-Still-DeferredThu, 15 Jan 2009 23:30:00 GMTA Dream Realized or Still Deferred? (Martin L. King, Jr.'s Birthday Show) Has Dr. King’s dream of an integrated society, with equal opportunity for all, been realized? Many are suggesting that the election of Barack Obama to the presidency has inaugurated a "post-racial" America in which racism, as we know it, will no longer exist. Do you agree or disagree? Call in and share your thoughts with DMBF host Marcia McNair and guest co-host Michael J. Sandler. In two to three sentences, summarize your dream for our society and/or world. 01:30:00Marcia McNairnoMartin Luther King,Obama,Hughes,Politics,CultureHas Dr. King’s dream of an integrated society, with equal opportunity for all, been realized? Many are suggesting that the election of Barack Obama to the preshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/10/Dramatization-of-E-Males-A-Novel-by-Marcia-L-McNairBookshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/10/Dramatization-of-E-Males-A-Novel-by-Marcia-L-McNair/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/10/Dramatization-of-E-Males-A-Novel-by-Marcia-L-McNairSat, 10 Jan 2009 19:00:00 GMTDramatization of E-Males: A Novel by Marcia L. McNairFeaturing Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz. Why is reading someone else’s email so tempting? This intimate glimpse into the cyber life of two passionately opinionated African American women is as addictive as eavesdropping. As the discussion grows from personal computers to the simply personal, Ebony and Wanita aren’t afraid to go where no sister has gone before, as they debate each other about everything from office romance, meddling mothers, inter00:45:00Marcia McNairnoWriting,Women,Humor,Books,TheaterFeaturing Shamaya Crayton as Ebony, With LaCroix as Wanita, and Alphanso Wilson as Chazz. Why is reading someone else’s email so tempting? This intimate glimpshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/08/Is-the-News-Breaking-or-BrokenNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/08/Is-the-News-Breaking-or-Broken/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2009/01/08/Is-the-News-Breaking-or-BrokenThu, 08 Jan 2009 22:30:00 GMTWhat You'll Never Find in The New York TimesThis discussion with Larry Montgomery, outspoken Editor of The Community Journal, the oldest African American newspaper on Long Island, deconstructs local and national news topics, ranging from the economy to education, in a brutally honest, unbiased manner that you won't find elsewhere.01:30:00Marcia McNairnoNews,Politics,African American,Newspapers,ProgressiveThis discussion with Larry Montgomery, outspoken Editor of The Community Journal, the oldest African American newspaper on Long Island, deconstructs local and nhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/12/11/Halle-or-HoochieCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/12/11/Halle-or-Hoochie/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/12/11/Halle-or-HoochieThu, 11 Dec 2008 22:30:00 GMTI'm Mad That I See Me Everywhere, But It's Not the Real Me!Halle or hoochie? Why is there nothing in between? Where are the real black women? And will they please stand up? Today's featured guest is as mad as I am, and he's doing something about it! Umoja (photographer and CEO of Umoja Communications) discusses his groundbreaking photography and plans for an upcoming project that puts the mainstream media on notice.01:30:00Marcia McNairnoWriting,Women,Media,African American,ArtHalle or hoochie? Why is there nothing in between? Where are the real black women? And will they please stand up? Today's featured guest is as mad as I am, andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/12/06/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-Patti-TanaCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/12/06/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-Patti-Tana/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/12/06/The-Power-of-Poetry-featuring-Patti-TanaSat, 06 Dec 2008 19:00:00 GMTThe Power of Poetry featuring Patti TanaHost Marcia McNair welcomes progressive poet extraordinaire, PATTI TANA. Tana is a Professor of English at Nassau Community College and Associate Editor of Long Island Quarterly. She is the author of seven books of poetry, most recently Make Your Way Across This Bridge: New & Selected Writings (Whittier Publications, 2003); and This is Why You Flew Ten Thousand Miles (Whittier Publications, 2006); and the editor of a new anthology of poems by sixty-three poets: Songs of Seasoned Women (Quadrasoul, Inc).01:00:00Marcia McNairnoPoetry,Writing,Women,Books,CultureHost Marcia McNair welcomes progressive poet extraordinaire, PATTI TANA. Tana is a Professor of English at Nassau Community College and Associate Editor of Longhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/11/20/Memoirs-in-the-Light-of-Day-A-ReadingCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/11/20/Memoirs-in-the-Light-of-Day-A-Reading/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/11/20/Memoirs-in-the-Light-of-Day-A-ReadingThu, 20 Nov 2008 22:30:00 GMTMemoirs in the Light of Day: A ReadingThe essays in Memoirs in the Light of Day focus on the transition from childhood and adolescence to adulthood. Editor Margaret Dinzler Shaw and various authors join Marcia McNair for a live reading of excerpts from the anthology.01:30:00Marcia McNairnoWriting,Biography,Creative Nonfiction,Books,EssaysThe essays in Memoirs in the Light of Day focus on the transition from childhood and adolescence to adulthood. Editor Margaret Dinzler Shaw and various authorshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/11/13/Diary-of-A-Mad-Black-Feminist-RevisitedCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/11/13/Diary-of-A-Mad-Black-Feminist-Revisited/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/11/13/Diary-of-A-Mad-Black-Feminist-RevisitedThu, 13 Nov 2008 22:30:00 GMTDiary of A Mad Black Feminist RevisitedActor/Producer Michael Green and Actress/Director Pat Floyd of the Shades of Truth Theater Company in NYC share their plans for the upcoming production of Diary of a Mad Black Feminist: A Collaborative Performance featuring the poetry and prose of Marcia McNair, Anissa Moore, and Sista Girl. Independent filmmaker Keith Robinson (writer and director of "October 16th") joins in their critique of the African American image in television, film, and theater.01:30:00Marcia McNairnoTheater,Writing,Women,African American,ProgressiveActor/Producer Michael Green and Actress/Director Pat Floyd of the Shades of Truth Theater Company in NYC share their plans for the upcoming production of Diaryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/11/06/Who-Won-and-Why-A-Post-Election-DiscussionCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/11/06/Who-Won-and-Why-A-Post-Election-Discussion/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/11/06/Who-Won-and-Why-A-Post-Election-DiscussionThu, 06 Nov 2008 22:30:00 GMTWho Won and Why: A Post Election DiscussionMichael J. Sandler joins Marcia L. McNair as co-host once again to analyze, debate, and discuss the results of the recent presidential election.01:30:00Marcia McNairnopolitics,progressive,African Americans,Barack Obama,VotingMichael J. Sandler joins Marcia L. McNair as co-host once again to analyze, debate, and discuss the results of the recent presidential election.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/10/30/Election-Projection-A-No-Hype-Discussion-of-the-Presidential-ElectionPolitics Progressivehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/10/30/Election-Projection-A-No-Hype-Discussion-of-the-Presidential-Election/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/10/30/Election-Projection-A-No-Hype-Discussion-of-the-Presidential-ElectionThu, 30 Oct 2008 21:30:00 GMTCola vs. the Uncola: A No-Hype Comparison and Contrast of Obama and McCainPolitical analyst and social commentator Michael J. Sandler co-hosts a thought-provoking discussion of the most widely discussed presidential election in American history.01:30:00Marcia McNairnoElection,Obama,McCain,African American,VotingPolitical analyst and social commentator Michael J. Sandler co-hosts a thought-provoking discussion of the most widely discussed presidential election in Americhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/10/16/light-skindark-skin-are-african-americans-still-color-consciousCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/10/16/light-skindark-skin-are-african-americans-still-color-conscious/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/10/16/light-skindark-skin-are-african-americans-still-color-consciousThu, 16 Oct 2008 21:30:00 GMTLight Skin/Dark Skin: Are African Americans Still Color Conscious?A discussion of the politics of color and the African American caste system with Valerie Auguste-Partin, author of Eye Was Blind, and the director of the film version of the novel, Gilbert Banks (G. Banks Entertainment). Eye Was Blind examines interracial dating, the self-image of African American women, male/female relatonships, and the mother-daughter relationship as they are influenced by race, class, and gender. Hosted by Marcia L. McNair.01:30:00Marcia McNairnoWriting,African American,Women,Film,RelationshipsA discussion of the politics of color and the African American caste system with Valerie Auguste-Partin, author of Eye Was Blind, and the director of the film vhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/09/25/Aint-I-A-Woman-Why-Is-It-Ok-to-Say-Im-Mad-or-Black-But-Not-Ok-to-Say-I-Am-A-FeministCulturehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/09/25/Aint-I-A-Woman-Why-Is-It-Ok-to-Say-Im-Mad-or-Black-But-Not-Ok-to-Say-I-Am-A-Feminist/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/marcia-mcnair/2008/09/25/Aint-I-A-Woman-Why-Is-It-Ok-to-Say-Im-Mad-or-Black-But-Not-Ok-to-Say-I-Am-A-FeministThu, 25 Sep 2008 21:30:00 GMTAin't I A Woman? Why Is It Ok to Say I'm Mad or Black, But Not Ok to Say I Am A Feminist?Host Marcia McNair explains the controversial play, Diary of a Mad Black Feminist, which addresses contemporary social issues from an African American female perspective. Co-writers Anissa Moore and Sista Girl discuss their pieces and perform excerpts from the play.01:30:00Marcia McNairnoAfrican American,Theatre,Women,Diary of a Mad Black Feminist,PoetryHost Marcia McNair explains the controversial play, Diary of a Mad Black Feminist, which addresses contemporary social issues from an African American female p