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Ernestly Speaking! with Ernest Owens

Ernest Owens
Kamala Harris
Donald Trump
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania House Of Representatives
Democratic National Convention
Josh Shapiro
Joe Biden
Taylor Swift
Malcolm Kenyatta
LGBTQ Rights
Community Organizing
Philadelphia Democratic Committee
JD Vance
National Association Of Black Journalists
Progressive Politics
Trump
Tim Walz
Barack Obama
Michelle Obama
City Council

Award-winning journalist Ernest Owens reviews the latest headlines, controversies, and all the other things you give a damn about.

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In this “you don’t want this smoke” season premiere, Ernest dives deep into the new year of Trumpian terror, how Democrats are bucking up against ICE raids, why a certain Pennsylvania gubernatorial campaign is off to a messy start, fr... more

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In this "stand back and stand by" special edition episode, Ernest finally reveals on the 5th anniversary of January 6th -- his timely upcoming second book on political stan culture. For the first time, he's ready to share what "Divide... more

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In this “put your ones up” season finale, Ernest spills the tea on his unconventional holiday staycation, reviews all of 2025 (the good, the bad, and the ugly), and hints at how he’s planning to enter into 2026 with a bang!

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In this “non-redacted” episode, Ernest shares the latest on Trump’s Epstein files nightmare, a horrible decision from the Democratic National Committee, iHeartMedia’s reckless multimillion investment in Charlamagne tha God, what wasn’... more

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Anton Moore
Public Engagement and Neighborhood Affairs Executive Director for the City of Philadelphia
City of Philadelphia
Episode: Ernestly Speaking! S9, Season Finale: The 250th Episode!
Jamie Gautier
Council Member in Philadelphia
City Council of Philadelphia
Episode: Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 22: Josh Shapiro vs. Kamala Harris, Philly Mayor vs. City Council, 50 Cent’s Diddy Documentary Mess
Jordan Harris
State Representative in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State Legislature
Episode: Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 20: Trump vs. MAGA, A Twist in Philly Mayor’s DEI Saga, Thanksgiving Stunt Queens
Dr. Ala Stanford
Congressional candidate and health advocate
Independent candidate for Congress
Episode: Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 15: No Kings in America, Interviewing Congressional Candidate Dr. Ala Stanford, Black Media Brain Rot
Mo Rushdie
President of the Building Industry Association and Palestinian rights supporter
Episode: Ernestly Speaking! S9, Episode 14: My 34th Birthday Bash, Peace in the Middle East, Cancel Culture in Philly
Sharif Street
State Senator running for Congress
Pennsylvania State Senate
Episode: Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: Executive Interview with State Sen. Sharif Street on his Congressional Run, Gov. Josh Shapiro, and PA Politics
Lewis Nash
Long time ward leader, community organizer, political figure, and minister in North Philly.
Episode: Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: State Rep. Candidate Lewis Nash Tells All On Running Against Malcolm Kenyatta, Being Ousted by Democratic City Committee, and Addressing Rumors

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Ernest Owens
Award-winning journalist and host who reflects on social, political, and pop culture topics with a unique blend of humor and critique.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • Lots of complaints little action

    I primarily follow him for years on instagram and X(twitter) usually he as good points but recently all he does I hate on democrats in his own city. Has no real solutions and just complains and vents. He disables comments everywhere because he’s probably not willing or able to hold a real conversation or debate. He reminds me of Bill Maher and how he’s getting more difficult to listen to.

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    Bosco Areolar
    United States2 months ago
  • RIP Charlie Kirk

    Wish I could give Zero Stars. Vile and insensitive podcast.

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    You are the bigot
    United States4 months ago
  • Interesting Monday Podcast

    I’ve been a listener since the beginning, and I look forward to hearing Ernest each Monday morning.

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    Cameron Rose_36
    United Statesa year ago
  • Weekly Favorite ✅

    I am new to the show but it has quickly become a voice and perspective that I look forward to hearing. Great job and keep being your unapologetic self, Ernest.

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    Itsmemo28
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love Mr Owens’ perspective on life

    Mr Owen’s’ is very opinionated about food, fashion, politics and a variety of topics. It is a voice that is valued and needed. I enjoy hearing what he has to say about Philadelphia and beyond. Looking forward to what he has to say in 2024.

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    B ybuybuhbhub
    United States2 years ago

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Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: Executive Interview with State Sen. Sharif Street on his Congressional Run, Gov. Josh Shapiro, and PA Politics
Q: What do you want your supporters to know?
I want my supporters to know that the work to build a party goes on. The party is bigger than one man.
Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: State Rep. Candidate Lewis Nash Tells All On Running Against Malcolm Kenyatta, Being Ousted by Democratic City Committee, and Addressing Rumors
Q: Did you agree to sign in 2018 or no?
No, I said I'm not going to put that on taxpayers, and I think that should be the decision of the parents.

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