Podcasts by Stay Woke! Podcast
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Could You Be More Specific? US from 2019-04-04T21:44:19
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discusses the new Jordan Peele film US, he touches on the many themes of the film and why I think it's gonna be film that stands the t...
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Could You Be More Specific? Truth is Stranger Than Fiction from 2019-04-02T20:54:37
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele Onthis episode of could you be more specific I touch on the college bribery scandal and how it affects our educational system. He also...
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Could You Be More Specific? Keep That Same Energy Please from 2019-03-26T23:03:45
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on Oprah and Gayle role in addressing a much larger issue in our country with child marriage laws and I also address the role of...
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Could You Be More Specific? Emotions Of Reality from 2019-03-07T22:32:25
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele address the latest news involving Michael Jackson and he also touches on Lebron and the Lakers and how their season didn't go as plann...
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Could You Be More Specific? Respect the Hustle from 2019-03-06T04:22:02
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the Monique and Steve Harvey in further detail in how we handle business in public and private. He also address Jay-Z and h...
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Could You Be More Specific? Staying on Brand from 2019-03-01T03:20:29
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the recent news involving Floyd Mayweather and how be polarizing isn't a bad thing. He also touches on how that relates to ...
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Could You Be More Specific? This Is A Win from 2019-02-21T23:03:06
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discuss the recent settlement the NFL reached with Colin Kaepernick and Eric Reid. He also talk about the Grammy's and touches on more...
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Could You Be More Specific? Are You Paying Attention from 2019-02-14T02:02:21
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on the recent fallout with Gucci and Prada. I also have thoughts on the NBA trade deadline and the difference between good teams...
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Could You Be More Specific? Is It Worth It? from 2019-02-14T01:43:08
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on the recent controversy surrounding Liam Neeson. I also touch on Patriots owner Robert Kraft and his level of influence in the...
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Could You Be More Specific? Why Hate? from 2019-02-05T23:21:54
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discuss the latest news surrounding the attack on Jussie Smollett and I also touch on the Anthony Davis situation with the Pelicans an...
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Could You Be More Specific? Trigger Warning from 2019-01-31T22:42:18
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discuss the new Killer Mike series and explore the different themes of the show that cover race, sex, class, and religion. Support th...
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Could You Be More Specific? Fyre Lies from 2019-01-29T19:03:03
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the two new documentaries that discuss Fyre Festival and how marketing with style in the social media era trumped facts and...
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Could You Be More Specific? In My Feelings from 2019-01-22T01:43:25
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on the latest drama surrounding Future and his feelings towards Russell Wilson and Ciara. I also touch on the new Gillette comm...
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Episode 170 from 2019-01-16T06:00:51
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on a recent exchange between Joe Budden and his fiancé Cyn Santana and how you address issues of depression in a relationship, I...
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Could You Be More Specific? Leadership Mantra from 2019-01-11T04:59:17
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele spotlight Nick Cannon and how he has been a leader and voice on issues that touch on current topics in our culture. Support the podca...
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Could You Be More Specific? New Year New Rules from 2019-01-08T04:44:38
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on the Kevin Hart interview with Ellen and how it shows the bias people have in this cancel culture mentality and I also address...
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Could You Be More Specific? Stand Tall from 2018-12-12T07:30:44
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the recent Oscar controversy involving Kevin Hart. Jonathan also touches on Michelle Williams recent breakup with her fianc...
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Could You Be More Specific? Weaponzing Rhetoric from 2018-12-06T23:12:35
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the latest news involving Dwight Howard and how it affects him on and off the court. Jonathan also discuss the recent contr...
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Could You Be More Specific? Trust Your Truth from 2018-12-06T02:10:56
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on Jaden Smith influence on the culture. He also discusses Michael B. Jordan career and why his success has been many years in...
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Could You Be More Specific? Americans Divided from 2018-12-05T02:48:48
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the national response from the country on the wildfires in the state of California. Jonathan also expresses his views on wa...
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Could You Be More Specific? LastingLegacy from 2018-12-03T22:23:24
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on Michelle Obama and her impact on our culture. Jonathan also addresses the impact of President Obama post presidency. Supp...
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Could You Be More Specific? Never Give Up from 2018-11-14T07:59:46
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the mid term elections, the impact of voter participation and how will our country rebound moving forward. Support the po...
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Let's Talk About it: Trap Art Media Night PT2. from 2018-11-12T22:57:55
Trap Art Media Night part 2. On this second part of the Trap Art Media Night Dera interviews two dope artist Sarah Bass, Omni and James Earnest from DRIPS. Make sure you listen to all the parts dro...
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Could You be More Specific? True Growth from 2018-11-09T08:00:10
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the latest episode of Red Table Talk with Jada and Will Smith. Jonathan addresses how their relationship has evolved and wh...
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Could You Be More Specific? Build Your Platform from 2018-11-07T22:32:55
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the Angela Rye And Nick Cannon discussion on voting. He also discusses Tyler Perry comments on ownership and how we build o...
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Could You Be More Specific? Petty Games from 2018-11-02T12:00
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on the continual beef between Ja Rule and 50 Cent. I also address the recent termination of Megyn Kelly on NBC. Support the po...
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Could You Be More Specific? Culture Innovators from 2018-11-01T20:26:06
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on Lebron James being the next Steve Jobs. He also discuss Bill Maher anniversary special and what he has meant to politics an...
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Could You Be More Specific? Memorable Debut from 2018-10-24T03:27:21
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the home debut of Lebron with the Lakers and the fight that took place during the game. He also address the Eric Reid exch...
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Could You Be More Specific? The Return from 2018-10-22T20:51:36
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the upcoming NBA season. He also discuss the return of Black-ish and the consistent success of the show on Network TV. Su...
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Could You Be More Specific? The Sit Down from 2018-10-17T03:03:16
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on Kanye West visiting the White House and he also touches on the newest episode of the shop. Lebron James continued success o...
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Could You Be More Specific? History Repeats Itself from 2018-10-11T21:13:48
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the recent confirmation of Brett Kavanaugh and he also provides insight on Eric Reid and his debut with the Carolina Panthe...
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Could You Be More Specific? Don't Cancel from 2018-10-03T21:10:48
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele covers TI recent comments on Kanye West on Everyday Struggle and he also touches on Lil Wayne releasing Tha Carter 5 and what his lega...
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Could You Be More Specific? For The Record from 2018-10-02T15:00
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discusses the conviction of Bill Cosby and he also touches on Will Smith and his career/life. Support the podcast by becoming a Pat...
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Let's Talk About it: Trap Art Media Night PT1. from 2018-10-01T20:44:37
Trap Art Media Night part 1. On this first part of the Trap Art Media Night Dera interviews two dope artist Adisa and Sarah Tina. Make sure you listen to all the parts dropping each week with new...
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Could You Be More Specific? Six Billion Dollar Man from 2018-09-28T06:46:39
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on the recent news of Nike reaching an all time high with Colin Kaepernick and I touch on Lebron James first official press conf...
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Could You Be More Specific? What's The Solution from 2018-09-27T01:31:35
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the recent interview on the breakfast club with Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish's response to Katt Williams, also he address...
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Stay Woke! Podcast RIP Mac Miller from 2018-09-21T20:44:39
DeRa Brinson and Trav discussion topics in hip hop. They celebrate the life and career of Mac Miller. Let us know your stories about him and his music. This episode is presented by Thesonicbreakd...
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Could You Be More Specific? That's Okay, I'm Good. from 2018-09-21T05:45:35
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discusses the Emmy Awards and he also touches on Katt Williams interview on V-103 where he takes shots at Tiffany Haddish, Lil Rel and...
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Could You Be More Specific? Publicity Fallout from 2018-09-19T05:02:29
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discusses further news revolving around the Predator film controversy and he follows up on Eminem recent sway interview. He also brin...
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Could You Be More Specific? Make Your Point from 2018-09-14T06:01:10
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discusses the fallout surround Serena Williams at the U.S. Open. He also touches on the latest Eminem news and how it involves Joe Bud...
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Could You Be More Specific? Changes from 2018-09-12T04:36:51
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the recent passing of Mac Miller and he also addresses the Nicki Minaj/ Cardi B fallout and how that negative relates to a ...
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Could You Be More Specific? Timeless Treasure from 2018-09-07T19:06:47
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on Beyonce with her birthday and also discusses the great body of work she has put out. He also discusses the recent episode o...
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Could You Be More Specific? Power Trip from 2018-09-04T23:35:23
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the latest news with Kaepernick collusion case going to trial against the NFL. He also touches on the recent episode of Sta...
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Could You Be More Specific? Dare To Be Different from 2018-08-31T04:28:08
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on the Drew Michael's comedy special and I also touch on Lebron's new show the shop. Support the podcast by becoming a Patron...
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Could You Be More Specific? Olympus Has Fallen from 2018-08-29T22:40:37
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touch on the latest news involving the trump administration and I also touch on the recent passing of John Mccain. Support the podcas...
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Let's Talk About it: with Netta Brielle from 2018-08-25T06:37:56
DeRa Brinson interviews artist Netta Brielle. We discuss how her grandmother and mental health change her and guided her music career plus more. Listen as we get to learn more about this artist. ...
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Could You Be More Specific? Is This Award Necessary? from 2018-08-23T20:58:30
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele addresses the VMA's award show itself and how they botched the Aretha Franklin tribute and if we as a viewing public even care for the...
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Could You Be More Specific? Rise Above It from 2018-08-22T02:45:42
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the recent passing of Aretha Franklin and he also touches on Nicki Minaj and her recent behavior surrounding her album rele...
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Could You Be More Specific? Altered Reality from 2018-08-20T03:47:53
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the latest news involving Omarosa with the White House and he also touches on the premiere episode of Insecure. Support t...
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Could You Be More Specific? Love&Treatment from 2018-08-15T05:16:11
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele addresses the recent flak Lebron James received on social media for his love of black women and he also touch on the recent anthem pro...
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Stay Woke! Podcast/Live in the Garage Justice for Junior from 2018-08-11T03:49:24
Stay Woke! Podcast series Take It Back! with DeRa and Dj William Wes. This is a crossover with Live in the Garage. This episode is presented by Thesonicbreakdown.com Please a 5 star review on iTu...
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Could You Be More Specific? Mature Growth from 2018-08-10T04:15:57
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on Slim Thug comments on Russell Wilson and Ciara. He also touches on Dak Prescott comments on the anthem protest and how shou...
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Could You Be More Specific? Straight Forward from 2018-08-08T02:47:39
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discuss the EA Sports debacle involving Colin Kaepernick and he also touch on the recent war of words between President Trump and Lebr...
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Could You Be More Specific? Gifted from 2018-08-07T03:32:39
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on Lebron James and his school opening last week in Akron. He also touches on the Fallon Fox and her position on being the fir...
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Could You Be More Specific? Social Media Politics from 2018-08-01T04:50:50
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discusses Shiggy and what his level of fame speaks to in our culture and he also addresses the Floyd Mayweather/50 Cent back and forth...
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Take It Back! Mos Def Black On Both Sides from 2018-07-29T21:47:32
Stay Woke! Podcast series Take It Back! with DeRa and Dj William Wes. They both pick a classic album from the past that resonates and discuss how it felt then verse how it has changed. In this seco...
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Could You Be More Specific? Pick A Side from 2018-07-27T06:54:07
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the tragedy involving Nia and Letifah Wilson. He also touches on Amber Rose and how he feels that she's been a great ally f...
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Could You Be More Specific? Public Convinctions from 2018-07-24T07:27:10
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the continued coverage of Michael B. Jordan and his image with Black Women. Jonathan also dives into the recent firing of J...
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New Music Breakdown Royce Da 5'9 Book of Ryan/Styles P G-Host from 2018-07-21T06:49:28
New Music Breakdown with DeRa Brinson and Trav discussing the latest albums. Today they breakdown Royce Da 5'9 Book of Ryan/Styles P G-Host. Take a listen as they break down this album, the produc...
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Could You Be More Specific? Sabotage from 2018-07-20T02:28:25
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the Azealia Banks incident on 'Wild n Out' and he discusses Teyana Taylor and how she's been able to overcome adversity in ...
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Could You Be More Specific? Hold That Thought from 2018-07-17T21:56:28
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele address the Scarlett Johansson transgender role backlash and he also tackles the issue between Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Tyrese. ...
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New Music Breakdown Ep9. New Music Epi.10 Drake Scorpion/Jay Rock Redemption from 2018-07-13T22:39:27
New Music Breakdown episode 10 with DeRa Brinson discussing the latest albums. Today they breakdown Drake Scorpion and Jay Rock Redemption. Take a listen as they break down this album, the producti...
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Could You Be More Specific? Judgement Call from 2018-07-12T21:55:09
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the recent allegations against Lesean Mccoy and I also touch on the Brandon Browner arrest. Support the podcast by becomi...
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Could You Be More Specific? The Big Picture from 2018-07-10T18:11:20
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discusses Kyrie Irving and how he has handle his issues towards LeBron James. He also touches on Dave Chappelle recent interview on PB...
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New Music Breakdown Ep9. New Music Epi. 9 Teyana Taylor K.T.S.E./The Carters EVERYTHING is LOVE from 2018-07-06T22:15:49
New Music Breakdown episode 9 with DeRa Brinson discussing the latest albums. Today they breakdown Teyana Taylor K.T.S.E./The Carters EVERYTHING is LOVE. Take a listen as they break down this album...
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Could You Be More Specific? Character is Currency from 2018-07-06T05:43:31
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on Kawhi Leonard ongoing issue with the Spurs and I discuss Colin Kaepernick and Eric Reid case against the NFL. Support the...
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Could You Be More Specific? Strive for Greatness from 2018-07-03T18:07:06
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on Drake's album scorpion and how he's the biggest artist of our time. I also touch on Lebron James officially being a Laker. ...
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Let's Talk About it: with Rey Calidad Only Cause I'm Slippin from 2018-06-30T03:18:30
DeRa Brinson interviews producer/artist Rey Calidad. We discuss how Rey Calidad music career begin and what inspired Only Cause I'm Slippin mixtape. Listen as we get to learn more about this artist...
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Could You Be More Specific? Black Excellence from 2018-06-28T07:16:22
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele discusses the B.E.T. Awards and he also touches on the Donald Glover's "This is America" being similar to another song. Jonathan also ...
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New Music Breakdown Ep8. Nas Nasir from 2018-06-27T22:24:56
New Music Breakdown episode 8 with DeRa Brinson and Trav discussing the latest albums. Today they breakdown Nas "Nasir". Take a listen as they break down this album, the production and of course th...
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Could You Be More Specific? What's Progress? from 2018-06-27T04:50:10
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on XXXTenancion and his unfortunate murder. He also expands on Terry Crews addressing his case through the media and how it af...
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Let's Talk About it: Kira R. Johnson author of Little Black Child from 2018-06-23T17:01:34
DeRa Brinson interviews author of a wonderful children's book Little Black Child. We discuss how Kira Johnson's journey lead her to creating Little Black Child as well as the of topics of the strug...
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Could You Be More Specific? Upon Further Review from 2018-06-22T18:23:52
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele expands further on the Amanda Seales topic and he also addresses the latest update on Chris Hardwick abuse allegations. Make sure you ...
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New Music Ep7. Kid Cudi/Kanye West Kids See Ghost from 2018-06-21T20:38:46
New Music Breakdown episode 7 with DeRa Brinson and Trav discussing the latest albums. Today they breakdown Kid Cudi & Kanye West "Kids See Ghost". Take a listen as they break down this album, ...
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Special Prodigy Anniversary Tribute with Trav from 2018-06-20T22:55:11
DeRa Brinson and Trav discussion topics in hip hop. They celebrate the life of Prodigy in the 1 year anniversary of his passing. Let us know your stories about him and his music. This episode is pr...
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Could You Be More Specific? Internal Review from 2018-06-19T20:05:04
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the release of the Nas album and the issues surrounded it's release. He also discusses the Amanda Seales comments on child...
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Let's Talk About it: Alonge Hawes of Blue Collar Hustle from 2018-06-15T20:34:41
DeRa Brinson interviews creator, writer and actor of Blue Collar Hustle web series. We discuss how Alonge's journey lead him to creating Blue Collar Hustle as well as the plethora of topics he addr...
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Could You Be More Specific? Parental Guidance from 2018-06-14T17:47:43
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele addresses the latest comments from Lavar Ball and how that affects his sons moving forward and he touches on Kobe Bryant latest commen...
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New Music Ep6. Ye&Streams of Thought, VOL.1-EP from 2018-06-14T16:58:38
New Music Breakdown episode 6 with DeRa Brinson and Trav discussing the latest albums. Today they breakdown Kanye West "ye" and Black Thought/Soul Council "Streams of Thought, VOL.1-EP. Take a list...
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Could You Be More Specific? Controlling The Narrative from 2018-06-12T21:19:43
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele talks about Kevin Durant recent championship run and how it affects the narrative of him as a player. HE also touch on Kanye West and ...
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Rapture Discussion Wrap Up from 2018-06-08T20:48:23
On this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa and Damien discuss their thoughts around the Netflix documentary Rapture produced by Hip Hop legend Nas. For the final episode we discuss the document...
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Could You Be More Specific? Heavy Lies the Crown from 2018-06-07T22:56:09
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele talks on the topics of the White House cancelling the Philadelphia Eagles visit and he also discusses J Prince addressing the Drake/Pu...
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New Music Ep5. Pusha T Daytona Review from 2018-06-06T20:39:33
New Music Breakdown episode 5 with DeRa Brinson and Trav discussing the latest albums. Today they breakdown Pusha T "Daytona". Take a listen as they break down this album, the album cover and of co...
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Could You Be More Specific? Don't Believe the Hype from 2018-06-05T17:53:48
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the Pusha T/Drake beef and he breakdown all the contributing factors of it and how things may not be all of what it seems. ...
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Rapture Discussion Part 8 A Boogie Wit DaHoodie from 2018-06-01T21:12:03
On this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa and Damien discuss their thoughts around the Netflix documentary Rapture produced by Hip Hop legend Nas. This will be a 8 part series with one part fo...
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Could You Be More Specific? Sustained Excellence from 2018-06-01T00:19:49
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the NBA Finals and discuss stained excellence among both teams. I also touch on the fallout of the Roseanne situation and h...
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Could You Be More Specific? Compromising Situations from 2018-05-29T20:41:32
On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan Steele touches on the NFL anthem policy and the ramifications of it and he also discusses the Sterling Brown police video. Make sure you com...
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Rapture Discussion Part 7 Production 101 with Just Blaze from 2018-05-25T19:53:42
On this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa and Trav discuss their thoughts around the Netflix documentary Rapture produced by Hip Hop legend Nas. This will be a 8 part series with one part for ...
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Could You Be More Specific? Love&Partnership from 2018-05-24T22:50:44
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. on this episode of could you be more specific, it's called Love and Partnerships. Jonathan touches on the royal wedding and h...
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Could You Be More Specific? Self Awareness from 2018-05-22T18:35:44
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan discusses the incident in Oakland involving calling the police over a...
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Rapture Discussion Part 6 Mind&Heart of Rapsody from 2018-05-18T19:43:08
On this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa and Damian discuss their thoughts around the Netflix documentary Rapture produced by Hip Hop legend Nas. This will be a 8 part series with one part fo...
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Could You Be More Specific? What You See Is What You Get from 2018-05-17T20:59:46
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan touch on the Donald Glover video and how we get sidetracked and I als...
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Could You Be More Specific? Friends&Opportunities from 2018-05-15T16:21:51
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. On this episode of Could You Be More Specific? Jonathan touches on the Starbucks settlement. He also address the extortion ca...
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Rapture Discussion Part 5 Entrepreneur Spirit of 2 Chainz from 2018-05-11T20:57
On this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa and Damian discuss their thoughts around the Netflix documentary Rapture produced by Hip Hop legend Nas. This will be a 8 part series with one part fo...
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Could You Be More Specific? Moralities of Men from 2018-05-10T20:56:21
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. On this episode I address the ongoing issues that are happening throughout sports with the conduct of men in sports. Make s...
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Could You Be More Specific? Our Mental Mind State from 2018-05-08T19:22:13
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. On this episode of could you be more specific I touch on mental health in our communities and I address how that relates to t...
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Rapture Discussion Part 4 Ambition of G-Eazy from 2018-05-04T22:17:24
On this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa and Damian discuss their thoughts around the Netflix documentary Rapture produced by Hip Hop legend Nas. This will be a 8 part series with one part fo...
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Could You Be More Specific?: Until Further Notice from 2018-05-03T04:43:25
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. On this episode of could you be more specific. The title of this episode address the R.Kelly backlash/boycott and I also touc...
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Avengers: Infinity War from 2018-05-02T19:24:59
In this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa Brinson, Ready, Alanna Jane and Benjamin breakdown their thoughts and feeling about Marvel's Avengers: Infinity Wars. Ready and Benjamin provides comi...
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Could You Be More Specific? Epi 5: Our Heroes from 2018-05-01T19:03:27
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. On this episode of could you be more specific I touch on the recent verdict with Bill Cosby and address how we view our heroe...
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New Music Breakdown Ep4. J.Cole KOD Review from 2018-04-27T16:42:13
New Music Breakdown episode 4 with DeRa Brinson and Jason Terrell discussing the latest albums. Today they breakdown J.Cole's "KOD". Take a listen as they break down this album. Let us know what yo...
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Could You Be More Specific? Epi 4: Culture Vultures from 2018-04-26T00:40:28
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele.On this episode of could you be more specific I touch on the impact of J Cole new album.... how it relates to someone like lil...
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Could You Be More Specific? Epi 3: Levels of Fame from 2018-04-24T23:46:38
Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. On this episode of could you be more specific I touch on the different levels of fame and I discuss the impact of Beyoncé at ...
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Rapture Discussion Part 3 Social Activism and T.I. from 2018-04-20T17:47
On this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa and Damian discuss their thoughts around the Netflix documentary Rapture produced by Hip Hop legend Nas. This will be a 8 part series with one part fo...
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Could You Be More Specific? Epi 2: Business Opportunity from 2018-04-19T20:39:24
The Stay Woke! podcast in association with TheSonicBreakdown.com presents a new show Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. On this episode of Could You Be More Sp...
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Rapture Discussion Part 2 from 2018-04-13T17:28:09
On this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa and Damian discuss their thoughts around the Netflix documentary Rapture produced by Hip Hop legend Nas. This will be a 8 part series with one part fo...
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Could You Be More Specific? Epi 1: Values from 2018-04-12T05:08:18
The Stay Woke! podcast in association with TheSonicBreakdown.com presents a new show Could You Be More Specific? with host and show creator Jonathan Steele. This show was created to touch on such ...
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Rapture Discussion Part 1 from 2018-04-06T10:00
On this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa and Damian discuss their thoughts around the Netflix documentary Rapture produced by Hip Hop legend Nas. This will be a 8 part series with one part f...
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Let's Talk About it: with Josh Gray Stack IT/Deluded from 2018-04-05T21:34:39
TheSonicbreakdown.com is releasing a special Thursday Stay Woke! Podcast. In this episode DeRa catches up with Josh Gray to talk about the new project 'Deluded' that he is working on and the new t...
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Let's Talk About it: with Jazmine Fenlator-Victorian 2 time Olympian from 2018-03-30T09:27:21
DeRa Brinson interviews two time Olympian once in 2014 representing the US and this winter games for Jamaica, Jazmine Fenlator-Victorian for this Stay Woke! Podcast episode. Jazmine talks about her...
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Take It Back! with DeRa and Dj William Wes Ep2 from 2018-03-23T07:00
Stay Woke! Podcast series Take It Back! with DeRa and Dj William Wes. They both pick a classic album from the past that resonates and discuss how it felt then verse how it has changed. In this seco...
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Let's Talk About it: with K.E.L.L.S Rec Center II from 2018-03-16T06:55:29
DeRa Brinson interviews a dope and unique artist from Oakland, California for this Stay Woke! Podcast episode. K.E.L.L.S. breaks down the meaning behind the name, the collaboration he did with Whit...
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Let's Talk About it: with GQ E14th from 2018-03-09T06:52:55
DeRa Brinson interviews another artist that was featured in the Top Ten Albums of 2017 Stay Woke! Podcast episode that is part of Jamla who is an Oakland native GQ. This artist takes us on a journe...
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Let's Talk About it: with Caleborate The Real Person from 2018-03-02T06:18:37
DeRa Brinson interviews an artist that was featured in the Top Ten Albums of 2017 Stay Woke! Podcast episode who hails from Sacramento lived in Berkeley and goes by Caleborate. He is a dope storyte...
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Wokekanda Report: Black Panther Review and Analysis Part 2 of 2 from 2018-02-23T21:04:12
Here is Part 2 of the Wokekanda Report Black Panther Review and Analysis by the Stay Woke! Podcast with DeRa Brinson, Spencer, Alanna Jane and Benjamin. They continue to dive deep into the movie as...
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Wokekanda Report: Black Panther Review and Analysis Part 1 of 2 from 2018-02-17T19:16
In this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa Brinson, Spencer, Alanna Jane and Benjamin review and analyze Marvel's Black Panther. Benjamin provides comic book lore and historical points about Wa...
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Wokekanda Report Part 5: Music of Wakanda from 2018-02-09T06:56:24
Wokekanda Report Series is hosted by Benjamin Unanaowo produced by DeRa Brinson. For the final Part 5 Benjamin ask the question, can someone that calls themselves a Hebrew Israelite produce a sound...
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Wokekanda Report Part 4: What if the Black Panther Movie was released in 98'? from 2018-02-02T08:17:14
Wokekanda Report Series is hosted by Benjamin Unanaowo produced by DeRa Brinson. Part 4 the question is posed what if the Black Panther movie was released in 1998? Listen as Ben recast the actors a...
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Wokekanda Report Part 3: Women of Wakanda from 2018-01-26T15:17:37
Wokekanda Report Series is hosted by Benjamin Unanaowo produced by DeRa Brinson. Part 3 is introducing the lovely, intelligent and beautiful melaninated women of Wakanda! Benjamin tells us about so...
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Wokekanda Report Part 2: Killmonger from 2018-01-19T13:00
Wokekanda Report Series is hosted by Benjamin Unanaowo produced by DeRa Brinson. Part 2 is all things Killmonger! Benjamin provides a unique comparison of Ta'Challa and Killmonger being akin to W.E...
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Wokekanda Report Part 1: Wakanda from 2018-01-12T08:00
Stay Woke! Podcast is happy to present a new 5 part series Wokekanda Report hosted by Benjamin Unanaowo produced by DeRa Brinson. In part 1 Benjamin gives us insight to the country and the culture ...
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Last Call for 2017 from 2018-01-05T13:00
In this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa Brinson gives shout outs to many of the people that helped to provide the content for the podcast and website. The Sonic Breakdown and the Stay Woke! ...
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Top Ten Hip Hop Albums of 2017 from 2017-12-29T13:00
TheSonicBreakdown presents the Stay Woke! Podcast Top Ten Hip Hop Albums of 2017. In this episode DeRa Brinson and Jason Terrell break down their top ten rap albums this year plus a couple honorabl...
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Justice League critic and analysis from 2017-12-23T05:12:33
In this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa Brinson, Ready, Alanna Jane and Benjamin breakdown their thoughts and feeling about DC's Justice League. Ready and Benjamin provides comic book lore a...
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Thor Ragnarok critic and analysis from 2017-12-15T21:52:47
In this episode of the Stay Woke! Podcast DeRa Brinson, Ready, Alanna Jane and Benjamin breakdown their thoughts and feeling about Marvel's Thor Ragnarok. Ready and Benjamin provides comic book lor...
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New Music Breakdown Ep3. from 2017-12-08T19:28:48
New Music Breakdown episode 3 with DeRa Brinson and Jason Terrell discussing the latest albums. Today they breakdown Cyhi The Prince "No Dope on Sundays". Take a listen as they break down this albu...
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Take It Back! with DeRa and Dj William Wes Ep1 from 2017-12-01T17:42:16
On this very first episode of a new Stay Woke! Podcast series Take It Back! with DeRa and Dj William Wes. They both pick a classic album from the past that resonates and discuss how it felt then ve...
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Story time with Benjamin: Pumpkin Pie vs Sweet Potato Pie from 2017-11-22T23:17:22
Story time with Benjamin is a new Stay Woke! podcast segment presented by thesonicbreakdown.com. On this episode Benjamin Owokere Unanaowo explains the origin of Sweet Potato and his affections fo...
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The Moral Dilemma Part 2 from 2017-11-17T19:40:10
This episode is the conclusion to The Moral Dilemma, it specifically covers the footnotes for "Many Faced God" by Jay-Z. DeRa Brinson, Ready and Spencer breakdown how to deal with emotions and masc...
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The Moral Dilemma Part 1 from 2017-11-10T17:46:40
This will be a collection of conversations sparked by the footnotes video that was released on Tidal. This episode specifically covers the footnotes for "Many Faced God" by Jay-Z. DeRa Brinson, Rea...
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Let's Talk About it: with Cess Wonder the Female HOV from 2017-11-03T21:34:04
DeRa Brinson interviews a dope lyricist that is from New Jersey Cess Wonder. So take a listen as we all get to know this multi-talented MC. Cess Wonder the Female HOV is here for another Stay Woke!...
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Death of Ego Part 2 from 2017-10-20T15:15:05
Here is the conclusion to last weeks episode "Death of Ego", which is part of a collection of conversations sparked by the footnotes videos that was released on Tidal. This episode specifically cov...
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Death of Ego Part 1 from 2017-10-13T20:52:05
This will be a collection of conversations sparked by the footnotes video that was released on Tidal. This episode specifically covers the footnotes for "Kill Jay-Z" by Jay-Z. DeRa Brinson, Ready, ...
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Not Black, I am OJ Part 2 from 2017-09-29T17:58:13
This is the conclusion to last weeks episode that covered the footnotes for "The Story of Oj" by Jay-Z. DeRa Brinson, Ready, Brotha to the Left, Junior and Spencer try to determine solutions to ove...
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Not Black, I am OJ from 2017-09-22T12:00
This will be a collection of conversations sparked by the footnotes video that was released on Tidal. This episode specifically covers the footnotes for "The Story of Oj" by Jay-Z. DeRa Brinson, R...
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Let's Talk About it: with Cam The Chef from 2017-09-15T15:49:31
DeRa Brinson sits down for a second interview with Cam the Chef. He updates us what he has been up to and we get to hear some of his new music. So take a listen as we all get to learn more about t...
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West to East Coast: Sean Price/Fashawn from 2017-09-08T20:13:54
DeRa Brinson and Trav in a West to East Coast segment discussion about hip hop. Today they breakdown an East Coast album Sean Price Imperious Rex and a West Coast album Fashawn Manna. Let us know w...
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Netflix The Defenders Review from 2017-09-01T21:00:50
DeRa Brinson and Ready (our comic expert) breakdown their thoughts and feeling about Netflix's new original series The Defenders. Ready provides comic book lore about each character and compares/c...
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Complete Inside the Gray Summer Tour from 2017-08-25T22:44:52
Take a look at the Complete Inside the Gray Summer Tour with DeRa Brinson. On this episode DeRa first interviews Josh Gray followed by Scoog, Twan Beasy and then their manager Chris Evans. Take a l...
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Collegiate Athletes:To Pay or Not to Pay? from 2017-08-23T14:00
Should college athletes be paid? That is always the question and seems it may always be. On this episode Benjamin Unanaowo, Junior Longrus and Brotha to the Left breakdown in depth if they think c...
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Whatz Beef? from 2017-08-10T02:40:40
DeRa Brinson and Trav in a West to East Coast segment discussion about hip hop. Today they take a look at the current landscape of Beef in hip hop. Let us know what your think is hip hop beef in t...
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Game of Thrones Full Breakdown from 2017-07-21T23:20:04
DeRa Brinson, Brotha to the Left, Lonnie, Ready and Benjamin give a full breakdown of all the Game of Thrones seasons. Listen all the way to the end for a special contest that tests your GOT knowle...
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Game of Thrones Season 7 Prediction from 2017-07-16T23:39:53
DeRa Brinson, Brotha to the Left, Lonnie, Ready and Benjamin give their prediction for season 7. Listen all the way to the end for a special contest that tests your GOT knowledge. Let us know what...
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STARZ American Gods Review from 2017-07-15T01:03:14
DeRa Brinson and Alanna Jane discuss their views and opinions on the hit STARZ tv show American Gods. This episode is brought to you by TheSonicBreakdown.com
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Let's Talk About it: OG Told Me with Pen from 2017-07-12T16:54:33
DeRa Brinson interviews author/journalist and father Pendarvis Harshaw. So take a listen as we all get to know him and his story. Pendarvis Harshaw is here for another Stay Woke! Podcast segment Le...
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JAY-Z 4:44 Album Review from 2017-07-07T19:42:32
DeRa Brinson and Jason Terrell discuss their first impression of JAY-Z's latest album 4:44. Take a listen as they break down this album and discuss the deeper meaning behind the music. Let us know ...
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Special Prodigy Tribute from 2017-06-30T16:50:39
DeRa Brinson and Trav in another West to East coast segment discussion about hip hop. They celebrate the life of Prodigy. Let us know your stories about him and his music. Don't forget to go watch ...
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Wonder Woman Review from 2017-06-23T23:53:21
DeRa Brinson, Ready (our comic expert) and the awesome Alanna Jane discuss their views and opinions on Wonder Woman. This episode is brought to you by TheSonicBreakdown.com
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Are You a Feminist? from 2017-06-09T22:56:31
DeRa Brinson, Alanna Jane and Ready discuss Emma Watson/Beyoncé feminism beef. They discuss their thoughts on Feminism, gender equality and sexism. So join us as we discuss and find out if you ar...
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Let's Talk About it: with Anissa parent of child with Autism from 2017-05-26T13:51:30
DeRa Brinson interviews Anissa who is a parent of a child (Max) who has Autism. So take a listen as we all get to learn more about Autism. Anissa brings us into her world and lets us get to know ab...
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Wale Shine First Impression from 2017-05-19T18:04:07
DeRa Brinson and Jason Terrell discuss their first impression of Wale's latest album Shine. Take a listen as they break down this album and discuss Wale's career. Let us know what you think about t...
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Logic EVERYBODY from 2017-05-12T14:00
DeRa Brinson discusses his first impression of Logic's latest album EVERYBODY. Take a listen as DeRa breaks down this album. Shout out to Trav who was supposed to be on this episode but due to tech...
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Let's Talk About it: with Josh Gray about Disconnected from 2017-05-05T19:16:19
DeRa Brinson interviews producer/rapper, overall artist Josh Gray who is from the 9th ward of New Orleans and has close ties to Cali. So take a listen as we all get to know him better and learn the...
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Talib Kweli&Styles P The Seven from 2017-04-28T19:29:34
DeRa Brinson and Trav in a new segment West to East coast discussions about hip hop. Here is our first impression of Talib Kweli & Styles P latest album The Seven. Let us know what you think ab...
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Extroverts vs Introverts from 2017-04-21T23:45:05
DeRa Brinson, Alanna Jane, Ready and Brotha to the Left discuss what it means to be an extrovert or introvert and what life is like for each plus more. So join us as we discuss and find out which o...
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Kendrick Lamar DAMN. First Impression from 2017-04-15T01:51:29
DeRa Brinson discusses his first impression of Kendrick Lamar latest album DAMN. Take a listen as religion and more is broken down. Let us know what you think about the album. This episode is broug...
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Joey Bada$$ All Amerikkkan Bada$$ Review from 2017-04-08T01:16:48
DeRa Brinson discusses his first impression of Joey Badass latest album All Amerikkan Badass. Take a listen as the systematic and institutional racism content and more is broken down. Let us know w...
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Let's Talk About it: with Jason Terrell of Profound Gentlemen from 2017-04-07T12:00
DeRa Brinson interviews an educator and cofounder of profoundgentlemen.org So take a listen as we all get to know him better. Jason Terrell is here for another Stay Woke! Podcast segment Let's Talk...
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Get Out Review&More from 2017-03-31T12:00
DeRa Brinson, Baba Jesse and Uncle David discuss their views and opinions on the Jordan Peele's movie Get Out. We also talk about interracial dating, other related movies and the sunken place. This...
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IronFist Review from 2017-03-29T18:40:55
DeRa Brinson and Ready (our comic expert)discuss their views and opinions on the Netflix original series IronFist. We also talk about Luke Cage, Jessica Jones and Daredevil as well as predictions f...
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Breaking Down Kendrick Lamar The Heart Part 1-4 from 2017-03-25T01:35:46
DeRa Brinson breaks down Kendrick Lamar's The Heart Part series, following the recent release of The Heart Part 4. Read the article breaking down only The Heart Part 4 which you can see here http:/...
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Brotha to the Left in LOVE PT.3 from 2017-03-24T12:00
DeRa Brinson, Effin Mattie and Brotha to the Left with his soulmate Sister to the Right/Left, Mrs. Alanna Jane and Ready talk about love and what is means to be in love. This is part 3 of the multi...
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Let's Talk About it: with Jonn Hart from 2017-03-17T12:49:55
DeRa Brinson interviews singer/songwriter Jonn Hart who is from the Bay Area (510). So take a listen as we all get to know him better. Jonn Hart is here for another Stay Woke! Podcast segment Let's...
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Sons of Silverton: Or Forever Hold Your Peace from 2017-03-03T13:00
DeRa Brinson interviews rap collective Sons of Silverton who are from Ohio (513). So take a listen as we all get to know them. Two dope Mc's Citoak and KyleDavid are here for another Stay Woke! Pod...
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Cam The Chef Strawberry Moon from 2017-02-24T13:00
DeRa Brinson interviews producer/rapper Cam The Chef who is from L.A. So take a listen as we all get to know him. Jalen Cam's brother and his friend Justice join him for another Stay Woke! Podcast ...
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Brotha to the Left in LOVE PT.2 from 2017-02-17T13:00
DeRa Brinson, Effin Mattie and Brotha to the Left talk about love and what is means to be in love. This is part 2 of what will be a multiple part series. So join us as we discuss LOVE. This episode...
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Brotha to the Left in LOVE from 2017-02-10T21:12:36
DeRa Brinson, Effin Mattie and Brotha to the Left talk about love and what is means to be in love. This is part 1 of what will be a multiple part series. So join us as we discuss LOVE. This episod...
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Mandate My A$$! from 2017-01-26T00:10:27
DeRa Brinson launches a new segment on the Stay Woke! podcast called Let's Talk About It. DeRa is joined by Uncle David for the premier of Let's Talk About it segment discussing Gil Scott Heron's ...
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Comic Book movies of 2016 from 2017-01-23T19:06:29
DeRa Brinson, Ready (our comic expert) and the awesome Alanna Jane discuss their views and opinions on the Super Heroes/comic book movies that was released in 2016. This episode of brought to you b...
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Top ten albums of 2016 from 2017-01-13T15:41:58
DeRa Brinson breakdowns his top ten non rap albums followed by his top ten rap albums of 2016. Read the article of top ten albums of 2016 which you can see here http://www.thesonicbreakdown.com/bre...
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J. Cole 4 Your Eyez Only from 2016-12-23T15:00
DeRa Brinson, producer/co-host William Wes and Effin Mattie discuss their first impressions of J. Cole's latest album 4 Your Eyez Only. We had a listening party for the album and then recorded thi...
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All about Tego Calderon! from 2016-12-09T23:56
DeRa Brinson and producer William Wes discuss William's experiences with Tego Calderon the artist and his music. Take a listen to this episode of Stay Woke! podcast. This episode is brought to you ...
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What is the extent of cultural awareness surrounding police brutality? from 2016-11-18T15:00
DeRa Brinson and guest to the Stay Woke! podcast TheBeer discuss cultural awareness surrounding police brutality. They discuss and educate each other on difference surrounding this touchy subject f...
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Will you Stand, Sit or Take a Knee? Part 2 from 2016-10-14T14:00
DeRa Brinson, Ready, Brotha To The Left, and XenDiesel produced by William Wes discuss their views on the continuation of the Colin Kaepernick protest during the national anthem and more. This is t...
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"The South got something to say" from 2016-09-30T14:06:35
As the great lyricist Andre 3000 once famously stated "The south got something to say, is all I got to say" at the source award in 1995. This podcast DeRa Brinson and William Wes discuss some of t...
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Will you Stand, Sit or Take a Knee? from 2016-09-12T16:11:09
DeRa Brinson, Ready and Brotha To The Left produced by William Wes discuss their views on Colin Kaepernick protest during the national anthem and more. This is a two part series. The Stay Woke! pod...
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Let's Get to Know Nicky Jam! from 2016-09-03T18:59:33
DeRa Brinson is educated on Nicky Jam by William Wes and discuss a golden era of Latin hip hop. This is presented by TheSonicBreakdown.com
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Was Xmen really that bad? from 2016-09-03T17:44:47
DeRa Brinson and Ready discuss is they think Xmen was really as bad as some reviews state. The podcast is presented by TheSonicBreakdown.com
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Where are the lady MC's at? from 2016-07-22T18:00
Are there any dope female MC's, lyricist, rhyme spitter still out there? Take a listen as DeRa Brinson and William Wes discuss this topic.
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The Death of the Avengers? from 2016-06-11T02:09:07
DeRa Brinson and Ready discuss the movie Captain America:Civil War and how they felt about it and upcoming movies.
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Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice from 2016-05-13T02:10:32
This episode of the STAY WOKE! podcast with DeRa Brinson and a special guest Ready who discuss their feelings on Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice movie. Don't worry we will definitely be doing a...
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Special Prince Tribute from 2016-05-12T05:02:37
This episode of the STAY WOKE! podcast with DeRa Brinson and producer/co-host William Wes celebrating the life of Prince.
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Top Ten 2015 from 2016-05-11T03:30:32
This first episode of STAY WOKE! with DeRa Brinson and Effin Mattie discusses our top ten hip-hop albums that we believe should have been considered for the 2016 Grammy awards. The criteria for thi...
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