https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocomCulturalenBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Tue, 31 Mar 2020 20:30:00 GMTTue, 31 Mar 2020 20:30:00 GMTCultureBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/99e6b705-280d-45c6-9c92-dd252996b19b_sankofa1.jpghttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocomCulturalfeeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comculturesankofaradionoCulturalepisodichttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2020/03/31/a-message-from-askariCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2020/03/31/a-message-from-askari/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2020/03/31/a-message-from-askariTue, 31 Mar 2020 20:30:00 GMTA message from AskariAskari has suffered an enormous amount of Government Repression over the last 2 years. He's been falsely accused of violating VDOC policy and the law and coerced to plea to save his loved ones. He's spent over 700 days in Supermax and Solitary Confinement. He's has his speech curtailed and chilled with illegal motive. He's lost a lot of support and resources. Yet he continues to struggle. 00:07:00sankofaradionoAn update on his status and status of people imprisoned in Virginia.92ebf494-cf8b-4b1a-acf0-fffde17a163718fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2018/04/06/the-sussex-2-human-rights-committee-needs-your-helpCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2018/04/06/the-sussex-2-human-rights-committee-needs-your-help/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2018/04/06/the-sussex-2-human-rights-committee-needs-your-helpFri, 06 Apr 2018 11:30:00 GMTThe Sussex 2 Human Rights Committee Needs Your Help!Askari was sent to Sussex 2 State Prison after being framed for a disciplinary offense that he didnt commit. It became clear to him immediately upon his arrival that the transfer was the states attempt to neutralize his efforts. The prison is understaffed, its a toxic prison, the law library is the worse in VADOC, and healthcare is horrendous. We will explain the dynamics and how you can help us receive Justice. 00:26:00sankofaradionoThere's a Human Rights crisis happening here in Virginia right under many citizens noses. Askari will inform the public on how they can help.45508de5-0f65-4324-807e-9045b652ed3316fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/12/31/a-response-to-madison-carters-report-on-parole-in-virginiaCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/12/31/a-response-to-madison-carters-report-on-parole-in-virginia/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/12/31/a-response-to-madison-carters-report-on-parole-in-virginiaSun, 31 Dec 2017 18:00:00 GMTA Response to Madison Carter's Report on Parole in VirginiaMadison Carter's report on Parole focused on the economic toll that Virginia's Truth in Sentencing policies are having on Virginians. Yet behind the Economic costs are many more collateral consequences on certain segments of Virginia's citizenry that's often never talked about in the Criminal Justice debate here in Virginia. Askari will explore the Truth in Sentencing as a public policy and offer his analysis of it's purpose and it's function. Askari will attempt to put Truth in Sentencing into a larger context of class & racial oppression of certain citizens by the State of Virginia. The goal is to help citizens who are working to bring a fair, equitable, and affordable justice system to Virginia to develop a broader perspective of Virginia's Truth in Sentencing program. 00:30:00sankofaradionoAskari will explain the Truth behind the so called Truth in Sentencing Laws in Virginia.0329985a-1264-4bbd-9a9f-1045a6e25ef015fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/11/17/guilty-until-proven-innocentCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/11/17/guilty-until-proven-innocent/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/11/17/guilty-until-proven-innocentFri, 17 Nov 2017 14:30:00 GMTGuilty until proven innocentAskari and Rojai will discuss what the struggle consists of everyday when you're trying to prove your innocence. How does one continue to maintain their faith and hope when the government has stolen their life? Learn how the Commonwealth continues to fight hard to protect the lies they've committed and truths they omitted from being reveled. Is anyone ever guaranteed that they will not be falsely accused and wrongfully convicted? Learn how the system has become so dysfunctional it makes every Amerikkkan unsafe. 00:30:00sankofaradionoAskari will discuss what life in prison is like when you're an innocent man whose been found guilty of a crime you didn't commit.13a98908-a851-403b-94eb-c16078a2e39414fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/11/16/vapoc-update-nov-16-2017Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/11/16/vapoc-update-nov-16-2017/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/11/16/vapoc-update-nov-16-2017Thu, 16 Nov 2017 20:30:00 GMTVAPOC update Nov. 16, 2017The VAPOC is a group of prisoners who claimed that they are being punished for the conscentiously held beliefs. We believe that the state of Virginia punishes prisoners who wish to challenge the oprresive nature of their condition. We want to bring groups and individuals fighting to make the system better to one place at one time. We believe that the prison justice struggle is a human rights struggle that affects everyone in our society. 00:22:00sankofaradionoAskari will give an update on VAPOC and what it plans to do in the immediate future as well as down the road.0f9f860c-1a60-4887-969f-26b8dff1292e13fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/11/03/mass-incarceration-affects-us-allCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/11/03/mass-incarceration-affects-us-all/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/11/03/mass-incarceration-affects-us-allFri, 03 Nov 2017 14:00:00 GMTMass Incarceration Affects Us AllMany people believe that criminals are getting what they deserve. They ask themselves "why should I care about someone who victimized someone else?" Askari and Hasan will attempt to give you a different perspective about crime and punishment leading up to the End Mass Incarceration in Virginia conference call on November 12th 2017. This conversation promises to arouse a variety of emotional responses. It's time to bring prisoners into the conversation. 00:30:00sankofaradionoAskari and Hassan will answer questions that many people have about crime & punishment.2843088b-11bb-42d0-800f-fef18506190112fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/10/21/the-virginia-prisoner-of-conscience-vapoc-an-introductionCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/10/21/the-virginia-prisoner-of-conscience-vapoc-an-introduction/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/10/21/the-virginia-prisoner-of-conscience-vapoc-an-introductionSat, 21 Oct 2017 03:00:00 GMTThe Virginia Prisoner of Conscience (VAPOC): "An Introduction"The VAPOC is a consciousness movement. Prisoners don't have to signn up to be members or go through a rigid process. The VAPOC are people who care about humanity, animals, theh enviornment, and anything else connected to their existence who also figt to preserve those things. As a result of their conscience thier conscience the state works to punish them. This talk by Askari one of the founders of the group is to outline the mission, objectives, and strategy of the VAPOC alog with why and how people should help.00:10:00sankofaradionoThe VAPOC is a group of prisoners in Virginia's priosn system who have a sense of empathy and are compelled by it to fight oppression whether it be of themselve44b2ea6e-b089-4af1-b60e-e354f534ef4e11fullhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/07/28/jailhouse-lawyer-part-2Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/07/28/jailhouse-lawyer-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/07/28/jailhouse-lawyer-part-2Fri, 28 Jul 2017 19:00:00 GMTJailhouse Lawyer (part 2)The U.S. Constitution affords all it's citizens with Civil Rights and Civil Liberties.Yet, what good are rights that are unable to be enforced or protected? So many citizens are ignorant of the most basic guarantees afforded to them as a citizen subjecting them to the whims of the state. In prison it's much worse because the those rights guaranteed to free citizens are limited. Add to that legal groups are reluctant to involve themselves in actions involving prisoners. As a result prisoners often times are left unprotected. However its the men and women inside the system who advocate for their fellow prisoners without compensation or fan fair.00:31:00sankofaradionoAskari and Hasan will discuss the challenges that come representing the rights of prisoners as a prisoner.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/07/22/jailhouse-lawyers-part-1Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/07/22/jailhouse-lawyers-part-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/07/22/jailhouse-lawyers-part-1Sat, 22 Jul 2017 14:00:00 GMTJailhouse Lawyers (part 1)The U.S. Constitution affords all it's citizens with Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, yet what good are rights that are unable to be enforced or protected? So many citizens are ignorant of the most basic guarantees afforded to them as a citizen subjecting them to the whims of the state. In prison it's much worse because the those rights guaranteed to free citizens are limited. Add to that legal groups are reluctant to involve themselves in actions involving prisoners. As a result prisoners often times are left unprotected. However its the men and women inside the system who advocate for their fellow prisoners without compensation or fan fair.00:35:00sankofaradionoAskari and Hasan will discuss the challenges that come representing the rights of prisoners as a prisoner.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/07/14/medical-jim-crowCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/07/14/medical-jim-crow/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/07/14/medical-jim-crowFri, 14 Jul 2017 13:00:00 GMTMedical Jim CrowThe ruling class use austerity and war as the primary methods of maintaining their class position. Mass incarceration is the result of a war on crime that has targeted poor people who often times see crime as a means of making a living. People from punery neighborhoods typically suffered from massive cuts in social programs beginning in the 80's..The money went to wars in countries to preserve the interest of the empire. Prison budgets also shrank and the quality of medical care diminished. We will explore the relationship between prisoners and other working class struggles with receiving quality Health. Care.00:25:00sankofaradionoAskari and Osama will discuss Osama's recent health scare with the medical department at Augusta Correctionalhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/04/01/taking-the-initiativeCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/04/01/taking-the-initiative/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/04/01/taking-the-initiativeSat, 01 Apr 2017 14:00:00 GMTTaking the InitiativeWhy do we need Criminal Justice reform? Virginia could be considered the state most involved with the process of Mass Incarceration throughout the enitre United States. Wise will analyse some of the obstacles to criminal justice reform in Virginia, and also offer solutions. The theme and message of the talk is that nothing happens if we dont take initiative. We will hear how and why initiative is so important. 00:19:00sankofaradionoWise will discuss ways criminal Justice advocates and activists can begin taking the initiative in challenging the process of Mass Incarceration.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/02/20/askaris-statement-on-the-13thCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/02/20/askaris-statement-on-the-13th/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2017/02/20/askaris-statement-on-the-13thMon, 20 Feb 2017 12:00:00 GMTAskari's statement on the 13th.Did slavery ever end in Amerikkka? The 13th amendment is cited as the law that ended slavery, but the 13th amendment doesn't end slavery. What the 13th amendment does is takes slavery from a private sector institution and makes it a public one. Askari will explore what the 13th amendment has meant historically for criminal justice in Virginia. 00:20:00sankofaradionoAskari will make a statement for a group students and activist at Lynchburg College about the 13th amendment in Virginia.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/09/18/anti-democratic-societyCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/09/18/anti-democratic-society/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/09/18/anti-democratic-societySun, 18 Sep 2016 15:00:00 GMTAnti-Democratic SocietyWhat does democracy in Amerikkka look like? Amerikkka is held up as the standard for democracy around the world. Yet it's been said that a country can measure it's democracy by the way it runs its prisons. Our collective demonization of criminals in this country has led to a system of Punishment that is not responsive to the grievances of the abused. 00:30:00sankofaradionoWhat recently happened to Askari is an example of the arbitrary nature of prison society resulting from the authoritarian actions by prison administration.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/09/08/institution-tortureCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/09/08/institution-torture/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/09/08/institution-tortureThu, 08 Sep 2016 22:30:00 GMTInstitution TorturePrison authorities abusing their power and utilizing solitary confinement as a form of torture or breaking mechanism to discourage prisoner rights activist inside prison. 00:47:00sankofaradiono#FREE ASKARI from Solitary Confinement for Retaliatory Purposeshttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/08/07/on-black-august-part-2-political-prisonersCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/08/07/on-black-august-part-2-political-prisoners/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/08/07/on-black-august-part-2-political-prisonersSun, 07 Aug 2016 23:00:00 GMTOn Black August Part 2 (Political Prisoners)What makes a political prisoner? Many people are imprisoned for political reasons although they might not know it. Black and poor people don't receive equal justice. Lawmakers, judges, and law enforcement agents are well aware of this and yet they do nothing to stop it. These choices are the result of political decisions that have previously been made. 01:00:00sankofaradionoAskari and others will discuss what it means to be a political prisoner.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/07/31/on-black-augustCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/07/31/on-black-august/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/07/31/on-black-augustSun, 31 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMTOn Black AugustAskari, Sundiata, Sha and Sincere will discuss the legacy of Black August. Each will talk about what it means to be a political prisoner. The primary question is how do we create a culture of resistance in the prison system today? We will also ask what is the role of the prison system in Amerikkka today?  00:57:00sankofaradionoWe will discuss the legacy and relevancy of Black August.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/07/10/they-was-going-to-let-me-dieCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/07/10/they-was-going-to-let-me-die/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/07/10/they-was-going-to-let-me-dieSun, 10 Jul 2016 03:00:00 GMTThey was going to let me die.Jamaal Wyche is a prisoner in the Virginia Department of Corrections. He was recently accused of violating a prison policy that also was criminal. Without any hearing or any other form of due process he was placed in solitary confinement with nothing! He was forced to suffer dehumanizing actions and conditions. He also suffered a heat stroke where he felt like he was going to die. Listen to him share his story.00:36:00sankofaradionoLearn how the state will go to any length to prove its case.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/07/04/freedom-and-bondageCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/07/04/freedom-and-bondage/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/07/04/freedom-and-bondageMon, 04 Jul 2016 23:00:00 GMTFreedom and BondageWhat to the slave is the 4th of July? In 1852 Frederick Douglass asked a group of abolitionist this question. He answered by saying, "A day that reveals, more than any other day, the gross injustices and cruelties that the American Afrikan is in constant contact with." How did we as American Afrikans get to where we love the 4th of July?" 01:19:00sankofaradionoWe will dicuss the relationship between the United States and its American Afrikan population.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/06/12/black-politicsCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/06/12/black-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/06/12/black-politicsSun, 12 Jun 2016 13:00:00 GMTBlack PoliticsPlease listen in as Askari, Sundiata, and Oshun discuss what Black Politics mean to them. An we have guest to call in and give us their opinion as well. 01:23:00sankofaradionoWe will be discussing Black Politics.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/06/05/black-politicsCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/06/05/black-politics/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/06/05/black-politicsSun, 05 Jun 2016 23:00:00 GMTBlack PoliticsWhat is our political identity? Black America have always been a minority group. This has limited our ability to shape public opinions. Today with Trump and Hilary both advocating for more white supremacy where should black America turn. How should black America engage politically in a system where there are no major institutions advocating for them. 01:21:00sankofaradionoPolitics in black America has been a tumultuous journey.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/06/01/why-education-is-the-key-to-freedomCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/06/01/why-education-is-the-key-to-freedom/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/06/01/why-education-is-the-key-to-freedomWed, 01 Jun 2016 23:30:00 GMTWhy Education is the key to freedom.I'm going to teach the youth about Prison Politics and why school is the best place to learn how to deal with life and adversity. I will tell them my life story as a connection for them to relate to because of my past experiences and error.  00:26:00sankofaradionoTo get the youth involved with their communities instead of destroying them. Educating themselves so that they can have better opportunities for the future.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/30/becoming-consciousCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/30/becoming-conscious/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/30/becoming-consciousMon, 30 May 2016 23:00:00 GMTBecoming ConsciousWe will discuss the meaning of consciousness from an Afro-Centric perspective. How does one become conscious? How do someone that is conscious behave? Are there any difficulties that come with living a conscious lifestyle? Consciousness is awareness at its core! 01:00:00sankofaradionoYou ever stopped to question who you are? Are you all that you say you are? An are you all that you ought to be?https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/21/prison-lives-matterCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/21/prison-lives-matter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/21/prison-lives-matterSat, 21 May 2016 23:00:00 GMTPrison Lives MatterPrison Lives Matter will explain who their members are. The objectives of the movement will also be explained. How you can help will be explained. Why Prison Lives Matter is needed will also be discussed. 01:30:00sankofaradionoPrison Lives Matter is a movement centered around education, awareness, and activism with the ultimate goal being respect for the lives of those Incarcerated.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/15/on-malcolm-xCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/15/on-malcolm-x/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/15/on-malcolm-xSun, 15 May 2016 13:00:00 GMTOn Malcolm XWho is Malcolm X? Many of us have an opinion of this man without really knowing him. For most, Malcolm has been reduced to Dr. Kings adversary. For others he's been made a supernatural figure. We will get to know the man beyond the myth.01:00:00sankofaradionoMalcolm X is a controversial symbol to some and beloved diety to other.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/08/black-motherhood-a-legcy-of-exceptionalismCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/08/black-motherhood-a-legcy-of-exceptionalism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/08/black-motherhood-a-legcy-of-exceptionalismSun, 08 May 2016 13:00:00 GMT"BLACK MOTHERHOOD: A Legàcy of Exceptionalism."Maternalism is a Human Right! Black women have to struggle unlike any other group of women to express their Maternal rights. Yet, in spite of this Black Women have been the foundation that our people have been able to build on. From slavery to Jim Crow, Drug Epidemics, and now Mass Incarceration Black Women have worked to nurture us in a healthy way. No other group of women are as magnificent and exceptional as they are. 00:30:00sankofaradionoWe will discuss the exceptional way in which the maternity of black women has been the driving force to black achievement in Amerikka.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/01/on-the-crisis-with-black-manhoodCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/01/on-the-crisis-with-black-manhood/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/05/01/on-the-crisis-with-black-manhoodSun, 01 May 2016 13:00:00 GMTOn the crisis with black manhoodSo many black men today have an aversion to being serious. Many of us act several years younger than our actual age. Meanwhile, the state has imprisoned and killed black men unjustly with impunity. With 50 00:31:00sankofaradionoWe will discuss why black mens impact on the family, community, and society has continued to decrease.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/04/24/black-feminism-todayCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/04/24/black-feminism-today/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/04/24/black-feminism-todaySun, 24 Apr 2016 13:00:00 GMTBlack Feminism TodayBlack women in America historically have been the most oppressed group. America was established to provide happiness for rich white men. Poor black women are the exact opposite demographic of that for which this country was established. White women and black men have also contributed to black women's repression. 00:30:00sankofaradionoWe will discuss black womens struggles for equal rights.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/04/17/the-consequence-of-povertyCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/04/17/the-consequence-of-poverty/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/04/17/the-consequence-of-povertySun, 17 Apr 2016 13:00:00 GMTThe Consequence of PovertyThe poor did not create the deindustrialization of america, unmatched corporate profiteering and greed, more than a decade of foreign wars, and unregulated tax benefits for the wealthy. When the largest economic institutions in the world were brought to their collective knees, they went crawling to the government's door step in search of salvation. 00:30:00sankofaradionoThere are over 150 million poor and near poor people in america who are not responsible for the damage done by the great recession.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/04/10/american-denialCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/04/10/american-denial/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/04/10/american-denialSun, 10 Apr 2016 13:00:00 GMTAmerican DenialHow do we get from White Supremacy to Post Racism? Stokely Carmichael once asked, "Can a man condemn himself?" The dominant culture has never fully accepted their responsibility for the underdevelopment of minority communities. In psychology DENIAL is  defense mechanism used to prevent one from having to face painful & disturbing thoughts. So how can Amerikka correct what it won't face? 00:30:00sankofaradionoThe current state of race relations is one in which the powerful race refuses to accept the fullness of the powerless races humanity.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/27/ms-kay-needs-your-helpCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/27/ms-kay-needs-your-help/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/27/ms-kay-needs-your-helpSun, 27 Mar 2016 13:00:00 GMTMs. Kay needs your help.Ms. Kay has been fighting for justice for over 15 years. She has worked to correct the errors created by the state towards prisoners. The name of her organization is Resource Information and Help for the Disadvantaged (RIHD). Right now she's asking all who are concerned about justice to help her. Listen to the show to learn how you can help.00:29:00sankofaradionoWe are asking everybody to get involved in helping Ms. Kay restore justice in Virginia.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/20/on-the-alabama-prison-riot-part-2Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/20/on-the-alabama-prison-riot-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/20/on-the-alabama-prison-riot-part-2Sun, 20 Mar 2016 13:00:00 GMT"On The Alabama Prison Riot" Part 2The Alabama prison, Hinton Max, exploded and there's been little focus on the cause of the prisoners reaction by the corporate media. It's seen as an isolated incident within the state of Alabama let alone throughout the country. When it as the result of individual failures. Alabama is at fault; or the unruly "inmates" are at fault; or there were authoritarian staff at the prison. When really what's at fault is the system of Mass Incarceration that produces certain responses. 00:30:00sankofaradionoAskari will analyze the systemic causes of the Alabama prison "Rebellion" and explain what it means for Mass Incarceration moving forward.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/17/on-the-alabama-prison-riotCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/17/on-the-alabama-prison-riot/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/17/on-the-alabama-prison-riotThu, 17 Mar 2016 13:00:00 GMT"On The Alabama Prison Riot"The Alabama prison, Hinton Max, exploded and there's been little focus on the cause of the prisoners reaction by the corporate media. Its seen as an isolated incident within the state of Alabama let alone throughout the country. When incidents like this happen we're trained to look at it as the result of individual failures. Alabama is at fault, or the unruly "inmates" are at fault; or there were authoritarian staff at the prison. When really what's at fault is the system of Mass Incarceration that produces certain responses.00:30:00sankofaradionoAskari will analyze the systemic causes of the Alabama prison "Rebellion" and explain what it means for Mass Incarceration moving forward.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/13/is-intergration-racist-part-2Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/13/is-intergration-racist-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/13/is-intergration-racist-part-2Sun, 13 Mar 2016 13:00:00 GMTIs Intergration Racist Part 2Most people equate desegregation with integration. However, desegregation and integration are two different processes. Who is responsible for carrying out these processes? American Afrikan are often shown desegregation gains as examples of improvements in the integration process. We will discuss the differences.00:30:00sankofaradionoWe will compare and contrast desegregation and integration, and assess the impact of both American Afrikan.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/06/is-intergration-racistCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/06/is-intergration-racist/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/03/06/is-intergration-racistSun, 06 Mar 2016 14:00:00 GMTIs intergration racist?Blacks have always experienced some form of segragation in America. Slavery, Jim Crow, and integration have all formed barriers to black opportunity. Today terms like post racial and multiculturalism implied that America has transcended all racia   00:30:00sankofaradionoJoin us as we assess the success of integration in America over the last 50 years.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/28/black-love-does-it-still-existCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/28/black-love-does-it-still-exist/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/28/black-love-does-it-still-existSun, 28 Feb 2016 14:00:00 GMTBlack Love: Does it still exist?So many black women are single. Many of those single are raising children. Black men are often times uneducated, underemployed, and imprisoned. Mean while the children and the elderly in the black community aren't able to be fully provided for. All of this has reduced a culture among many blacks of hate for theirselves and their kind. 00:31:00sankofaradionoBlack love use to be the foundation from which the black community developed.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/21/prison-abolitionCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/21/prison-abolition/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/21/prison-abolitionSun, 21 Feb 2016 14:00:00 GMTPrison AbolitionCarlton Weaver has been in prison for 18 00:31:00sankofaradionoAskari and Sundiata will talk about alternative to prison with their guest.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/20/life-behind-the-wallCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/20/life-behind-the-wall/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/20/life-behind-the-wallSat, 20 Feb 2016 13:30:00 GMTLife Behind the WallLife behind the wall has now found it's way to the front door of the African American community. 1 in every 3 00:27:00sankofaradionoAskari, Shai, and Nimrod will discuss life behind the wall.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/15/pathogenic-prison-part-2Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/15/pathogenic-prison-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/15/pathogenic-prison-part-2Mon, 15 Feb 2016 19:00:00 GMTPathogenic Prison Part 2How does imprisonment effect a person's ability to become a productive cititizen? Citizenship requires self efficaty and knowledge of civic duties, rights, responsibilities, and privileges. Prisons are draconian environments that limits a person's ability to exercise his civic requirements. Authoritarian regimes tend to produce dependency or hostility. Neither is good when trying to produce quality citizens.  00:30:00sankofaradionoAskari and Sundiata will continue the discussion on the psychological consequences of imprisonment.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/07/pathogenic-prisonCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/07/pathogenic-prison/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/02/07/pathogenic-prisonSun, 07 Feb 2016 14:00:00 GMTPathogenic PrisonWhat is the function of the American prison system? Do men and woman who go to prison come out with psychological impairment? Sundiata, Askari, and their guests will examine the behaviors displayed within the prison society. Sundiata will compare and contrast his experiences in both prison and free society. Askari will share what he experiences in the Virginia prison system daily. Both will talk about the impact penal management has on the human psyche.  00:28:00sankofaradionoSundiata and Askari will discuss the psychological consequences of long term imprisonment.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/01/24/can-i-be-downCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/01/24/can-i-be-down/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/01/24/can-i-be-downSun, 24 Jan 2016 14:00:00 GMTCan I be down?Where is the relationship between blacks and Hollywood? Most people don't know that Hollywood was built on the exploitation of black inferiority. There is a culture and legacy of black degradation in Hollywood. Movie studios, writers, film directors, casting directors, producers, and actors all seem to prefer (whiteness). The fact of the matter is we only have a few Oscar winners because our work isn't respected by the dominant culture. Our stories are unable to get told because of this phenomenon. Is a boycott enough? Should we be more concerned about creating our own? 00:31:00sankofaradionoAskari and Sundiata will discuss historical connection to the recent (black)-out at the Oscars. Is a boycott enough?https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/01/18/martin-luther-king-in-2016Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/01/18/martin-luther-king-in-2016/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/01/18/martin-luther-king-in-2016Mon, 18 Jan 2016 14:00:00 GMTMartin Luther King in 2016Dr. King was and continues to be a polarizing figure. Everyone finds a way to use him as a symbol for their cause. But who was the real Martin Luther King Jr.? What would he advise us to do in 2016 00:30:00sankofaradionoAskari and Sundiata will discuss the legacy of Dr. King.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/01/12/on-propagandaCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/01/12/on-propaganda/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2016/01/12/on-propagandaTue, 12 Jan 2016 00:30:00 GMTOn PropagandaAre the militiamen in Princeton, Oregon terrorist or freedom fighters? Does similar events between whites and blacks get covered by the news media in the same way? If four or more people get shot in a suburb its a mass shooting, but if four or more people get shot in the inner city its black on black violence. Why do white killers get labeled as psychotic while black killers get labeled as thugs and gangsters? Askari and Sundiata wi     00:18:00sankofaradionoWho controls your world view? We will discuss the role of media in engineering human consciousness.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/30/spiritual-revolution-or-revolutionary-suicide-1Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/30/spiritual-revolution-or-revolutionary-suicide-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/30/spiritual-revolution-or-revolutionary-suicide-1Wed, 30 Dec 2015 19:00:00 GMTSpiritual Revolution or Revolutionary Suicide.Are we addicted to the very things that's are destroying us? How do we rid ourselves of the nihilistic, depressing, selfish, egotistical, hedonistic attitudes that affect us daily? Part of the answer is getting back to a sense of community. The Nguzo Saba gives us a value system for us to unify around. Self determination, collective work, and cooperative economics can serve as remedies to this hellish lifestyle we've adopted.00:30:00sankofaradionoAskari, Sundiata will discuss how Spiritual Revolutionary practice is Revolutionary suicide.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/30/spiritual-revolution-or-revolutionary-suicideCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/30/spiritual-revolution-or-revolutionary-suicide/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/30/spiritual-revolution-or-revolutionary-suicideWed, 30 Dec 2015 03:00:00 GMTSpiritual Revolution or Revolutionary SuicideAre we addicted to the very things that are destroying us? How do we rid ourselves of the nihilistic, depressing, selfish, egotistical, hedonistic attitudes that afflict us daily? Part of the answer is getting back to a sense of community. The Nguzo Saba gives us a value system for us to unify around. Self-determination, collective work, and cooperative economics can serve as remedies to this hellish lifestyle we've adopted. This will cause us to abandon a large majority who are unwi     00:13:00sankofaradionoAskari, Sundiata and their guests will discuss how spirtual revolutionary practice can be a sort of revolutionary suicide in this overly materialistic societyhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/27/building-the-umoja-circle-in-2016Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/27/building-the-umoja-circle-in-2016/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/27/building-the-umoja-circle-in-2016Sun, 27 Dec 2015 03:00:00 GMTBuilding the Umoja circle in 2016.Dec. 26 through January 1st is the time were american afrikans have celebrated their culture since 1966-49 years ago. Kawanzaa is a time where we connect with the thought and practice that makes us inherently afrikan. Umoja is the 1st principal the we recommit to going into the upcoming year. We will discuss both the threats to and advantages of our unity moving forward. We will also discuss solutions, strategies, and tactics.00:30:00sankofaradionoAskari will discuss the principal of Umoja(Unity) with his guest.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/22/the-criminalization-of-the-nation-of-gods-and-earths-in-prisonCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/22/the-criminalization-of-the-nation-of-gods-and-earths-in-prison/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/22/the-criminalization-of-the-nation-of-gods-and-earths-in-prisonTue, 22 Dec 2015 03:30:00 GMTThe Criminalization of the nation of gods and earths in prison.Askari will interview Shai, along time member of the NGE. They will discuss the challenges that come with having your way of life criminalized. Hear how and why the VADOC criminalizes the NGE and why the public should care. Shai will explain the impact this has had on his life. Askari wi   00:15:00sankofaradionoLearn how the VADOC has arbitrarily lumped the NGE with other criminal street gangs such as the bloods, crips, and gangster disciples. We will explain the devahttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/16/growing-up-in-prison-part-2Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/16/growing-up-in-prison-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/16/growing-up-in-prison-part-2Wed, 16 Dec 2015 03:30:00 GMTGrowing up in Prison (part 2)Askari will discuss the impact prison has on a persons development when they enter as a juvenile. How being in prison during your formative years affect your world view. Are there any benefits to growing up institutionalized? Guest, Elliot Hill will talk about his experience in prison. Hear what its like to spend most of your life in prison.00:15:00sankofaradionoWhat is it like to spend most of your life in prison? Learn the challenges one faces entering an adult prison as a kid.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/11/growing-up-in-prison-part-1Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/11/growing-up-in-prison-part-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/11/growing-up-in-prison-part-1Fri, 11 Dec 2015 03:00:00 GMTGrowing up in Prison Part 1Askari will interview Elliot Hill, a man imprisoned as a teen and still serving time. They will   00:12:00sankofaradionoWhat happens after a juvenile is tried as an adult.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/09/politics-and-prison-2015-and-beyond-part-3Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/09/politics-and-prison-2015-and-beyond-part-3/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/09/politics-and-prison-2015-and-beyond-part-3Wed, 09 Dec 2015 01:00:00 GMTPolitics and Prison 2015 and Beyond Part 3ASA   00:15:00sankofaradionoThe truth behind Mass Incarceration in Virginia.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/07/politics-in-prison-2015-and-beyond-part-2Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/07/politics-in-prison-2015-and-beyond-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/07/politics-in-prison-2015-and-beyond-part-2Mon, 07 Dec 2015 03:30:00 GMTPolitics in Prison 2015 and Beyond Part 2Askari Danso will explain corporatization of the Prison System. He will also explain how capitalism has reshaped peno   00:15:00sankofaradionoWe will discuss the truth behind Mass Incarceration.https://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/06/politics-and-prison-2015-and-beyond-part-1Culturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/06/politics-and-prison-2015-and-beyond-part-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/12/06/politics-and-prison-2015-and-beyond-part-1Sun, 06 Dec 2015 03:30:00 GMTPolitics and Prison 2015 and Beyond Part 1Askari Danso will explore modern modes of oppression within the Virginia prison system. He will talk about the challenges prisoners face trying to hold on to their humanity.00:11:00sankofaradionoWe will discuss the truth behind Mass Incarcerationhttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/11/30/a-brief-introductionCulturehttps://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/11/30/a-brief-introduction/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/sankofaradiocom/2015/11/30/a-brief-introductionMon, 30 Nov 2015 03:00:00 GMTA brief introduction...Askari Danso will b00:06:00sankofaradionoWe will briefly introduce who Askari Danso is.