In our final episode before Election Day, I'll share my predictions for Tuesday, November 5, 2024. In Politics, we’ll examine the key swing states—Pennsylvania, Georgia, Michigan, and Arizona—and discuss the surprising influence of billionaires like Bill Gates and Elon Musk, as well as global pressures on U.S. campaigns. We’ll cover critical issues like inflation, genocide/war, rights for women and LGBTQ+ communities, and the future of democracy. For Problems of the Day, we address the art of disagreeing respectfully. In a world where social media distorts reality, it’s more vital than ever to connect and communicate authentically. Wrapping up with Pop Culture, we’ll celebrate LeBron James and his son Bronny taking the court together with the Lakers and talk about the realities and ironies of nepotism and privilege in entertainment and beyond.

In Episode 8 of our 2024 Election Series, The Black Brief dives into what’s at stake this election season. We’re breaking down your top voter questions, especially how razor-thin margins in local races could reshape our communities.

In our Politics segment, we’re unpacking Donald Trump’s Project 2025—a bold, ultra-conservative roadmap for America under a second Trump term. This plan has serious implications for the majority of Americans, and even his former administration officials are sounding the alarm. In Problems of the Day: why is food not only outrageously priced but also facing contamination issues? And in Pop Culture, we’re spotlighting how celebrities stepping into the political arena can shake up public opinion more than a typical campaign ad ever could. Tune in for what’s real and relevant as we head into election season! Vote!

Episode 7 kicks off our "Election 2024" series, where we'll dive into key political topics leading up to the November 5th election. In this episode, we cover the devastation of Hurricane Helene, now the second deadliest storm, highlighting the growing threat of climate change. We'll also explore escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly involving Israel, Iran, and Lebanon—are we on the verge of World War 3? Back home in Georgia, we'll discuss the chemical plant fire that's led to mandatory evacuations, road closures, and hazardous air quality, as well as the rollercoaster of Georgia's abortion ban being overturned and then reinstated.

On the political front, I'll give you my breakdown of the Vice Presidential debate. And in pop culture: the Diddy case—he's in jail, but who else might be implicated?

There’s a lot happening in the world, and this episode covers it all!