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The Carl Nelson Show

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California
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Racism
Police Brutality
Black History Month
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Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela’s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Wash... more

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The President and General of the Universal African Peoples Organization will return to our classroom this Tuesday morning! Zaki Baruti will introduce the group’s esteemed Ambassador to The Gambia. Following Zaki, Garveyites Senghor Baye and Baba Imho... more

Futuristic researcher Sadiki Bakari will be back in our classroom this Monday morning, and you won’t want to miss it. Brother Sadiki is our guide through the dynamic world of Artificial Intelligence, shedding light on the fear-based programming that ... more

Don’t miss an incredible opportunity this Thursday morning to engage with the brilliant Professor Gerald Horne from the University of Houston, as he takes the helm of our discussion. Dr. Horne will delve into critical topics that impact our world tod... more

Join us for an enlightening experience as Metaphysician and Master Herbalist Doctah B takes the spotlight in our classroom! He will share essential insights into how we can prepare for next Monday’s Fall Equinox, while also uncovering the fascinating... more

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Recent Guests

Pearl Walker
A member of the Memphis City Council, involved in social causes and community engagement.
City Council of Memphis
Episode: Dr. Gerald Horne on Global Politics & U.S. Tensions
Edward Pickney
A pastor and activist from Benton Harbor, Michigan, engaged in local community issues.
Community Organizer
Episode: Dr. Gerald Horne on Global Politics & U.S. Tensions
Dr. Kokayi Patterson
DC activist and acupuncturist
Episode: Doctah B on Fall Equinox, Health & Plant-Seed Healing
Brother Akil Parker
Math Guru and educator
All This Math
Episode: Doctah B on Fall Equinox, Health & Plant-Seed Healing
Doctah B
Master Herbalist and Metaphysician
Elevation Time
Episode: Doctah B on Fall Equinox, Health & Plant-Seed Healing
Dr. Robert Richard Allen Turner
A pastor and activist marching for reparations and social justice
Empowerment Temple AME Church
Episode: Dr. James Taylor & Dr. Robert Richard Allen Turner on Eric Kirk, Jim Jones, and Reparations
Guy Torry
Comedian and actor known for his role in the documentary 'Phat Tuesday' and numerous film and television appearances.
Episode: Guy Torry on “Phat Tuesday” & Healthy Relationships
Chief Foday
A Garveyite from Sierra Leone involved in discussions about scientific Pan-Africanism.
Episode: Guy Torry on “Phat Tuesday” & Healthy Relationships
Senghor Baye
A fellow Garveyite and activist who speaks on Pan-Africanism.
Episode: Guy Torry on “Phat Tuesday” & Healthy Relationships

Host

Carl Nelson
Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist with decades of experience. Known for interviewing a wide range of influential figures from various sectors.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 243 ratings
  • Where’s last Thursday’s show

    Everyone is waiting for it!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Old skool L
    United States23 days ago
  • Please fix the audio

    The ads are very loud but the interviews can barely be heard! Please fix this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Old skool L
    United States3 months ago
  • A pulse in our community

    I love the Carl Nelson show, been listening since the 90’s. His show has introduced me to a multitude of professors, revolutionaries, authors and intellects, who all look like me😊I get a different perspective than the watered down mainstream media, and I get to listen to the pulse of our community! Keep this going during this trump era, and we can all find some humanity🖤❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CyndiP26
    United States8 months ago
  • Repost Tony Browder

    Wednesdays show was posted twice. Please repost Tony Browder from Thursday!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Old skool L
    United States10 months ago
  • Mark from Anaheim segments

    Please post both of Mark’s calls (September 13 and the previous one) as a special episode! Greatly needed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Old skool L
    United Statesa year ago

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Dr. Gerald Horne on Global Politics & U.S. Tensions
Q: How can we as Black people prepare for the shifting political landscape?
Dr. Horne stresses the importance of grassroots organizing and fostering new leadership from within the community.
Dr. Gerald Horne on Global Politics & U.S. Tensions
Q: What are the implications of Trump's administration sending troops to cities with significant Black populations?
Dr. Horne indicates that Trump sees this as a way to galvanize his support base among right-wing voter demographics.
Dr. Julianne Malveaux on Recession, Black Women & Estate Planning
Q: What steps should families take to ensure estate planning is addressed before it's too late?
Families should have open conversations about wills, appoint legal representatives, and establish trusts to ensure property distribution is pre-planned and legally binding.
Dr. Julianne Malveaux on Recession, Black Women & Estate Planning
Q: How do tariffs function like taxes in the economy?
Tariffs are an additional cost that businesses face when importing goods, which eventually increases prices for consumers, functioning like a tax on those products.
Ashra Kwesi on Egypt & Ron Lacks on Henrietta Lacks’ Legacy
Q: How can we educate our youth about their heritage?
By ensuring they see images of their ancestors and learn their true history.

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Recent guests on The Carl Nelson Show include:

1. Pearl Walker
2. Edward Pickney
3. Dr. Kokayi Patterson
4. Brother Akil Parker
5. Doctah B
6. Dr. Robert Richard Allen Turner
7. Guy Torry
8. Chief Foday

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