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Archive for September, 2009

Episode 78: Memphis Pride Forum

Olive and Hanifah took a trip to Memphis, TN. While there, they were able to broadcast a Pride Forum that was held during their visit. In this episode, you will witness a moving and timely conversation that explores Black and gay politics in US southern states.

Episode 77: Brooklyn Pride Broadcast 2009

It is Pride Weekend in New York City! In this episode, Olive and Hanifah are broadcasting live from the 3 The Hard Way Party @ Littlefield. They have several guests including Gina Breedlove, Baron.Artist, and Shelley Nicole from BlaKbushe. Groove along to the party music. A good time will be had by all!

Episode 76: Love Through the Storm

Olive holds down the Live with U People fort while Hanifah is at an Audre Lorde Project fundraiser. In this episode, Olive embraces her political nature. She discusses Barack Obama’s relationships with Black and LGBT communities and the politics of family.

Episode 74: How Great It Is to Be Gay

Hanifah and Olive share more of their life lessons on manifestation. They also discuss many of the good things about being gay. Together, they prove that being gay is more than sad stories and institutionalized oppression. Tune in to see the silver lining.

Episode 73: Cookin’ with U People

Hanifah and Olive are joined by one of the Big Toe Members of the Month, DJ Rimarkable. While they enjoy the aroma of home-cooking, they discuss money, motherhood, and marriage. You can more about DJ Rimarkable on Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace.

Episode 72: Queer Black Cinema

In this episode, Hanifah and Olive are joined by Angel Brown, co-founder of Queer Black Cinema. They talk about the limits of the English language, high school reunions, and experiences with straight women.

Episode 71: Daddy Issues

In this episode, Olive and Hanifah are joined by Gina Mamone, founding president and CEO of Riot Grrrl, Ink. Listen in as they discuss fathers and the impact they make on their children’s lives.

Episode 70: Inner Star Player

Olive and Hanifah share some inspirational media clips of individuals who have beat the odds and worked towards their dreams. Watch this episode and you too will want to tap into your inner star player.

Episode 69: Manifest Destiny

In this episode, Olive and Hanifah wonder if a post-racial America currently exists. They also have a surprise visitor! Can you guess who it is? Hint: Their guest was featured in the film U People.

Episode 68: Black Sister’s Revenge

In this episode, Olive and Hanifah are joined by DJ Rimarkable. They talk about bringing the powerful energy of the film Black Sister’s Revenge into your life.