Podcast Episodes
Back to Search
Ep. 128 - Free Thoughts with Bowen & Twyman, Ep. 26
Season 5 Episode 128
Wink and Mike dive into the complicated legacy of George Washington—covering everything from his early years and military career to his personal relationships and shifting views on slavery. They expl…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Ep. 127 - Both Parties are Tyrannical (Jeff Charles)
Season 5 Episode 127
Jeff Charles shares his personal journey from a politically unaware youth to a passionate advocate for liberty and individual rights. He discusses how significant events such as 9/11 transformed him …
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Ep. 126 - Forced Diversity in Fiction (Ricky Baxter)
Season 5 Episode 126
Ricky Baxter discusses the challenges of discrimination he faced growing up in East London and how it influenced his writing. He describes his creative process, the themes of belonging and friendship…
Published on 2 months ago
Ep. 125 - Free Thoughts with Bowen & Twyman, Ep. 25
Season 5 Episode 125
Wink and Mike have a candid conversation about the layers of black identity, from history and class to culture and personal experience. They explore how black nationalism has evolved, how class shape…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Ep. 124 - Adopting Western Culture Is Backfiring (Rachel Maleza)
Season 5 Episode 124
Rachel Maleza shares her experiences growing up in Tanzania, discussing her childhood, education, and the communal lifestyle that shaped her values. She reflects on the impact of Western culture on A…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Ep. 123 - Neo-White Supremacy (Nafees Alam)
Season 5 Episode 123
Dr. Nafees Alam talks about his journey from Libya to the U.S., touching on identity, education, and why having different perspectives really matters. He shares what he's seen in academia, reflects o…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Ep. 122 - The Israel Update (Dumisani Washington)
Season 5 Episode 122
Connie Morgan and Dumisani Washington discuss the complexities of the current geopolitical situation surrounding Israel. They analyze the differences in Trump's current administration's approach to I…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Ep. 121 - Free Thoughts with Bowen & Twyman, Ep. 24
Season 5 Episode 121
Wink interviews Mike as he shares his “why” behind writing a memoir. The two explore themes of identity, relationships, and the importance of personal narratives. Mike reflects on his family backgrou…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Ep. 120 - Orthodox Africans (H.E. Negash)
Season 5 Episode 120
H.E. Negash reflects on his Ethiopian heritage and his evolving political journey. He also offers an insightful explanation of Ethiopian Orthodoxy and how it stands apart from other faith traditions.
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
Ep. 119 - Free Thoughts with Bowen & Twyman, Ep. 23
Season 5 Episode 119
This conversation explores the often overlooked narratives of old black money and the impact of social capital on identity and success. Mike and Wink discuss historical examples of wealthy black fami…
Published on 3 months ago