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The Carl Nelson Show

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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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Renowned investigative reporter and documentary producer Greg Palast as he returns to our classroom on Wednesday morning. Greg's groundbreaking research and reporting on voting irregularities have influenced national conversations, and now he'll shar... more

Renowned Griot Baba Lumumba returns to our classroom, bringing his unique wisdom and powerful insights from his council of elders at Umoja House in WDC. Baba Lumumba never fails to challenge our thinking with compelling topics that matter—and this ti... more

Contra Costa College, Africana history primary researcher Manu Ampim returns to our classroom. Professor Ampim will open your eyes to the vital significance of Africa Day 2026, sharing insights on its rich history and profound meaning for African Ame... more

Experience an unmissable Thursday morning as the renowned University of Houston Africana Professor, Dr. Gerald Horne, leads an urgent and eye-opening discussion that directly impacts our community and future. Dr. Horne will unpack the critical Suprem... more

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Recent Guests

Obadele Kambon
Professor at the University of Ghana
University of Ghana
Episode: Shaping Our Future: Dr. Julianne Malveaux, John Templeton, and Prof. Obadele Kambon on Voting Rights, Economics, and Diaspora Opportunities
Kareem Manning
Pastor
Pasadena Church
Episode: Shaping Our Future: Dr. Julianne Malveaux, John Templeton, and Prof. Obadele Kambon on Voting Rights, Economics, and Diaspora Opportunities
Dr. Nubia Kai
Playwright and novelist, scholar
Independent author
Episode: Protecting Our Future: Zaki Baruti, Dr. Nubia Kai, and Jeff Gallop on Voting Rights, African-American History, and Community Impact
Mark from Anaheim
Retired Marine Corps infantry officer and former LAPD supervisor; LA uprising anniversary commentator
Independent commentator
Episode: A.I. in Music, Motown Legacy & Community Reflections: Professor Griff, Kerry Gordy, Mark from Anaheim, and Charles Barron
Ariad Abouka
Attorney
Geneva conversation participants
Episode: Justice, Healing & Artistry: Attorney Malik Shabazz, Dr. Stephen Tates, and Amde of the Watts Prophets
Harriet Abubakar
Attorney, reparations advocate
Afro-descended nation leadership
Episode: Justice, Healing & Artistry: Attorney Malik Shabazz, Dr. Stephen Tates, and Amde of the Watts Prophets
Stephen Tate
Holistic Doctor, Naturopathic physician
Atlanta-based practice
Episode: Justice, Healing & Artistry: Attorney Malik Shabazz, Dr. Stephen Tates, and Amde of the Watts Prophets
Sipoway Buluka
Reparations panelist
Afro-descended nation
Episode: Justice, Healing & Artistry: Attorney Malik Shabazz, Dr. Stephen Tates, and Amde of the Watts Prophets
Tahita Sabri
Envoy/ambassador
Afro-descended nation
Episode: Justice, Healing & Artistry: Attorney Malik Shabazz, Dr. Stephen Tates, and Amde of the Watts Prophets

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Carl Nelson
Host of The Carl Nelson Show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 251 ratings
  • Removed Episodes?

    Why are certain episodes disappearing even after being downloaded? Is sabotaging the podcast happening?

    Apple Podcasts
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    Old skool L
    United States5 days ago
  • I’m still learning!!!!

    Carl Nelson has great guests and is very informative!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    squared straight
    United Statesa month ago
  • Disappearing Episodes

    Certain episodes are no longer available such as Tony Browder’s November 2024 appearance

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Old skool L
    United States3 months ago
  • I am still learning.....

    Carl Nelson’s show is not just a broadcast, it’s a war room with an open door. The guests, elders, and insiders are dropping strategic intelligence our youth don’t even know exists. If we organized daily around the knowledge shared here, we’d move from spectators to authors of our own history. If you’re tired of empty content and manufactured confusion, treat this program like mandatory training: listen, take notes, share, and build from it. This isn’t entertainment, it’s coursework for liberati... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B1Zelleone
    United States3 months ago
  • Missing Podcast

    When are you going to add the show with Dr.Heru to the podcast? I believe he was on in August.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    11-7Buck05
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners value the host's deep community ties and insightful guests.
Show is a hub for civil rights discourse and empowering information.
Audience appreciates the mix of culture, history, and policy analysis.

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Africa Day 2026 and Global Headlines: Manu Ampim and Brandon on History, Iran, Voting Rights, and U.S.-China Tensions
Q: What is Africa Day and why is it significant this year?
Africa Day is a pan-African celebration that honors the continent's independence movements and ongoing cooperation; Ampim explains its origins, its evolution from African Freedom Day to Africa Day, and its role in fostering continental solidarity against colonial influence, with current discussions tying the day to Africa's relationships with global partners like France and Kenya.
Protecting Our Future: Zaki Baruti, Dr. Nubia Kai, and Jeff Gallop on Voting Rights, African-American History, and Community Impact
Q: How will the gutting of the Voting Rights Act affect Black representation going into elections?
The guest outlines a long-term strategy of expanding proportional representation, increasing Black officeholders, and building a baseline of organized political power to counteract dilution in redistricting and suppressive laws.
A.I. in Music, Motown Legacy & Community Reflections: Professor Griff, Kerry Gordy, Mark from Anaheim, and Charles Barron
Q: What is the potential of AI as a tool for artists in the music industry?
AI should be embraced as a practical tool to enhance creativity, automate tedious tasks, and enable artists to experiment and produce music more efficiently, while maintaining human artistry and ownership through proper rights management.
Voices of Change: Dr. Maulana Karenga, Dr. Brandon Gamble, and Dr. Baruch on Global Issues and Men's Mental Health
Q: What does the UN reparations vote mean for global justice and African diasporic solidarity?
It signals a historic, collective recognition of the Holocaust of enslaved Africans and creates international momentum for reparative justice, while acknowledging the need for implementation and ongoing advocacy across continents.
Empowering Voices: Sandra Evers Manley, Chairman Fred Hampton, and Insights on Trump, Iran & Mumia Abu-Jamal
Q: How does BHERC support Black filmmakers today?
BHERC provides funding, development programs, film festivals, and a streaming service (BHERC TV) to promote Black talent from writers to directors, with a focus on distribution and grassroots support rather than top-down gatekeeping.

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The show combines in-depth interviews with prominent figures spanning culture, civil rights history, and geopolitics. Episodes often weave together conversations on Black empowerment, reparations, Pan-Africanism, and global events affecting African diasporas, with notable segments on heritage, music, and social justice. Distinctive strengths include long-form, on-the-ground storytelling, calls from listeners, and a willingness to challenge established institutions in pursuit of community advancement. This blend of historical context, policy discussion, and cultural storytelling likely appeals to listeners who value advocacy, education, and practical insights for civic engagement or niche sponsorships aligned with social justice and Black-hi... more

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2. Kareem Manning
3. Dr. Nubia Kai
4. Mark from Anaheim
5. Ariad Abouka
6. Harriet Abubakar
7. Stephen Tate
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