TMI

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  Lil Durk, DJ Akademiks, and AI child porn Controversy 16.09.2026 41мин

  Mysonne flies solo this week on TMI, and he's got a lot on his chest. He opens with his visit to Rikers Island alongside La La Anthony's 360 program, then breaks down the emotional weight of Jay-Z's new HBO documentary with Rick Rubin and reading his own "Letter to Hov" to Jay directly. From there he digs into Lil Durk's not-guilty verdict, doesn't hold back on Akademiks' role in the case, and revisits his beef with Meek Mill over who's actually bad for hip-hop culture. He closes out with a pointed challenge: why is there more outrage over trans athletes than the Supreme Court legalizing AI-generated child sexual abuse material?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  TMI: Culture, Clemency & Controversy: We’ve Got a Lot to Discuss 13.09.2026 47мин

  The Black Effect Presents... TMI! Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss the upcoming election season and GOTV organizing costs, then discuss meeting Florida U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon and why turnout, independents, and general-election participation could change the race. They talk about Roc Nation affiliate Emory Jones receiving a presidential pardon and push back on criticism of celebrating someone who served time and rebuilt his life, while still critiquing Trump’s broader impact. Tamika’s  “thought of the day” on the murder of 27-year-old Lavoy Williams and the domestic violence crisis, highlighting WARM NYC, before they debate backlash over Fat Joe using the N-word and how offense, culture, geography, and consequences shape the conversation.   OP Date: September 9, 2026See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Watch Your Mouth 02.09.2026 50мин

  This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne go in on Laura Loomer's racist attack on Senate candidate Angie Nixon, breaking down why her comments are more dangerous than they seem and how the backlash is only fueling Angie's campaign. They unpack why $55 for two takeout meals has them questioning the economy, debate the internet's beef over "luxury" college dorm setups, and Mysonne sounds off on DJ Akademiks and the bloggers whose commentary keeps landing rappers like Little Durk in federal court. Plus: a recap of Watch Your Mouth Merriam Day's 10th anniversary and a reminder that the midterms are just weeks away.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Ballots, Blackface and Basketball 27.08.2026 1ч 9мин

  This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss unpack the emotional toll of nonstop national crises, from a vigil for Nolan Wells to developments in Karmelo Anthony’s case, extreme weather, power outages, food recalls, and a disturbing shooting involving a 15-year-old. They call for new, tech-savvy ways to connect with young people and help reduce violence. Tamika also sounds the alarm on voting rights, mail-in ballot restrictions, and the SAVE Act, encouraging people to vote early and get involved as election observers. The conversation continues with criticism of Target over a controversial minstrel-related item, the impact of boycotts and DEI rollbacks, and Enes Kanter’s WNBA protest which they argue distracts from more serious threats facing women and broader political issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  From Tour Guide to The Breakfast Club: the Brown Girl Grinding Story Guest Loren Lorosa 19.08.2026 1ч 24мин

  This week on TMI, Loren Lorosa sits down with Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne for a deep dive into how she actually landed her seat at The Breakfast Club, and it wasn't luck. She walks through her start as a TMZ tour guide hustling celebrity interviews off a bus, getting "hazed" onto the news desk, and the relentless campaign of cold emails, favors, and follow-ups it took to even get in the room for a guest-hosting shot. Loren also opens up about a brutally honest conversation with an LA agent about colorism that led her to build the Brown Girl Grinding brand, and the online backlash she faced before Angie Martinez stepped in to have her back. It's a real look at what "overnight success" costs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  DEI: Destroy Every (Black) institution. What say the elders. Guest: Cora Masters Barry 12.08.2026 1ч 56мин

  Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne welcome Cora Masters Barry, former First Lady of Washington, DC, political strategist, educator, youth advocate, and founder of the Southeast Tennis and Learning Center. They have a  conversation on legacy and leadership. Cora recounts meeting Marion Barry, supporting his political rise, and how his government “set up” led to a comeback and fourth term. Cora details becoming the first woman boxing commissioner in the country, the backlash she faced, and how she navigated confirmation. She also explains the vision behind building her tennis and learning center and how Venus and Serena Williams’ rise and support helped shape its launch. Also, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne discuss concerns about youth gun violence, especially among 13–15-year-olds, calling for stronger youth organizations, parental vigilance, and using live streaming to reach kids while training the next generation with elders’ guidance. They debate Tuskegee University’s ban on bonnets, durags, pajamas, and slippers in class, arguing over respectability, hygiene, and preparing for professional life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  From Uncle Luke to Congressman? Celebrity, Community, and Political Power Guest Luther “Uncle Luke” Campbell 05.08.2026 1ч 44мин

  Tamika and Mysonne sit down with hip-hop pioneer and First Amendment fighter Luther "Uncle Luke" Campbell, who's running for Congress in Florida's 20th district. Luke breaks down the ballot harvesting scheme he says is targeting Black senior citizens in his own Democratic primary, why it left him agreeing with Donald Trump on voter fraud, and his plan to bring Black Wall Street back to South Florida. Before the interview, Tamika and Mysonne dig into Dark Winds, the death of Nolan Wells, and why staying in your lane might be the key to Black progress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Mysonne responds to Jay-Z's Target freestyle, plus Lettuce Contamination scandal 23.07.2026 1ч 5мин

  This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne open with the airline industry's canceled-flight nightmare and Delta's refusal to lower prices, then dig into how Project 2025 has gutted funding for Black organizing and DEI positions nationwide. They break down the Taylor Farms lettuce contamination scandal, and the company's million-dollar MAGA donation that has people asking questions. Mysonne closes with his original freestyle response to Jay-Z's Target diss, addressing boycotts, loyalty, and calling people in instead of calling them out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Rashad Robinson on power vs. presence, plus the real story behind the Target boycott 15.07.2026 1ч 59мин

  This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne kick things off with the wild scenes from Jay-Z's Yankee Stadium run, surprise guests, a stampede at the doors, and the debate over whether the logistics were a total mess. Then social justice strategist Rashad Robinson joins to talk his new book From Presence to Power, breaking down why moral clarity alone doesn't win fights, what "profiteering" really means, and the receipts behind his Facebook and ALEC campaigns. Tamika and Mysonne also press him for his take on the Target boycott and the "selective outrage" argument going around. Mysonne closes with a heavy tribute to a young man killed at a Harlem basketball tournament and a call to reclaim community spaces as safe zones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Another Black Man found dead as we Spend Dat Ish - Guest Sue Ann Robinson. Esq 10.07.2026 1ч 2мин

  Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne sit with the devastating case of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells, missing since the 4th of July and now confirmed deceased, plus the Cyrus Carmack-Belton and Carmelo Anthony stories weighing on the culture right now. Attorney Sue Ann Robinson of Ben Crump Law (who worked the Shanquella Robinson case) joins to break down what "retained by the family" really means and why so many of these cases never get answers. Before that, a real conversation about Yung Miami's “Spend Dat," India Arie's comments, and why the hosts think the outrage is aimed at the wrong target.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  EZ Pass Toll Trap, celebrity’s in target and Democratic Socialism . 01.07.2026 51мин

  Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne address the criticism surrounding celebrities and Target amid the ongoing boycott, explain why the focus should remain on corporate accountability rather than attacking Black artists, and provide an update on the movement. The conversation then shifts to Tamika's growing campaign to end the EZ Pass "Toll Trap," exposing the excessive fees, predatory practices, and the fight for relief for New Yorkers burdened by mounting toll debt. To close the episode, the hosts break down the political conversation around democratic socialism, affordability, and the future of New York City, sharing their perspectives on why economic equity has become one of the biggest issues facing everyday people.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Preexisting deals, police shooting babies, and Jay Williams' silence 24.06.2026 1ч 3мин

  Tamika D. Mallory sets the record straight on Jay-Z's Target deal, breaking down why preexisting relationships are different from crossing a new picket line — and naming Cardi B, John Legend, Ciara, and others in the process. She also addresses why she won't spend her energy calling out every Black celebrity who's shown up in Target, and why the boycott is still very much on. Plus, Mysonne calls out Jay Williams for praising a White House UFC event while staying silent on the disrespect directed at Michelle Obama, and the two react to a one-year-old killed over alleged shoplifted diapers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Knicks win in 5 and Karmelo Anthony gets 35! Guest: Abdul Muhammad 17.06.2026 1ч 27мин

  This week, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne celebrate the Knicks winning in five and the NYC's excitement while criticizing vandalism and warning that police may use AI to identify offenders. They promote a Juneteenth weekend rally on June 20 at 1:00 PM at the Adam Clayton Powell Harlem State Office Building focused on Southern voting-rights attacks, criminal justice, and Black political power, including attention to Karmelo Anthony’s 35-year sentence and the lack of Black jurors,  They discuss Cyrus Carmack Belton’s killing and argue voting power affects DOJ civil-rights enforcement, and this weeks guest, educator Abdul Muhammad details 25 years in Chicago Public Schools, innovations he brought to schools and incarcerated students, and his March 2023 termination he says stemmed from false allegations by seven white teachers; he describes an ongoing federal case for racial and religious discrimination and urges support via justiceforabdoulmuhammad.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Celebrity Safety, Ice Protests, and Afro HOV - Guest Amy Torres 03.06.2026 1ч 14мин

  What's really going on inside Delaney Hall? Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne sit down with Amy Torres, Executive Director of the New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice, to break down the chaos at Newark's most controversial detention center, hunger strikes, elected officials being denied access, Mayor Ras Baraka's arrest, and the community uprising demanding answers. NJAIJ is the state's largest immigration coalition, whose mission is to fight for policies that empower and protect immigrants. Recently Amy and NJAIJ were behind a package of Immigrant Protection bills that include a ban on 287(g) agreements and limitations on when law enforcement can collaborate with federal immigration agents.   Plus, the Kevin Hart roast debate and why some things just aren't a joke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Problem With Celebrity Silence in Black Culture 27.05.2026 1ч 7мин

  This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne AI-generated flyers, graphic designer professionalism, and the growing debate around creativity vs convenience. Is AI ruining the industry or are bad customer experiences pushing people toward ChatGPT and quick fixes? Tamika and Mysonne break down why talent alone isn’t enough anymore and why professionalism, responsiveness, and attitude matter just as much as skill. The episode also gets deeply personal and political as they unpack celebrity culture, anti-Blackness, Kevin Hart’s comments surrounding Tony Hinchcliffe, George Floyd, MAGA culture, and why some celebrities distance themselves from activists while cozying up to controversial white figures. They discuss racism, media narratives, Black accountability, voting rights, and the entertainment industry’s obsession with dysfunction and controversy. From Knicks celebrations to culture wars, AI debates, celebrity accountability, and the state of Black media, this episode is raw, passionate, funny, and unapologetically honest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Black Fly, Black Bird, Black Protest Guest: Tyneadrian Fleming 20.05.2026 1ч 22мин

  This week on TMI, Mysonne celebrates turning 50, Tamika D. Mallory shares a “thought of the day” about “All Roads Lead to the South,” warning that Supreme Court decisions weakening Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act aim to disenfranchise Black communities nationwide, and calls for renewed organizing, voter registration, education, and resistance during “Freedom Summer.” Guest Tyneadrian Fleming, founder and CEO of Blackbird Smart Innovations, recounts her journey from being a teen mother in the Bronx through hardship to building businesses, then creating Blackbird’s QR/NFC-enabled wearable safety devices designed to share protected medical and emergency information with community members and first responders for people with disabilities, seniors, and vulnerable travelers, and Mysonne responds with criticism of a George Floyd joke made during a Kevin Hart roast and calls to stop laughing at disrespectful trauma.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Vote for what? Vote for who? 13.05.2026 1ч 34мин

  This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne celebrate the Knicks sweep, discuss Mysonne nearing his 50th birthday and concerns about public health and government response, then update viewers on Until Freedom’s campaign against New York State’s “predatory” toll fees after small tolls ballooned into massive penalties. They describe organizing with state legislators, investigating the toll contractor Conduit, and planning a town hall as residents report extreme fees and license or plate impacts. Tamika responds to the argument that you can’t “vote your way out of this,” emphasizing voting must be paired with protest, boycotts, education, and building Black economic power. They critique progressive leaders, including Bernie Sanders, for silence on voting-rights rollbacks, debate strategies for building Black political power, and reject calls for Black voters to support Republicans without credible pro-Black candidates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  State of Emergency… AGAIN. Guest: Rev. Mark Thompson 06.05.2026 1ч 27мин

  This week on TMI, Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne reflect on approaching 50, leadership responsibility, and the need for new energy and unity as America shifts. They frame the moment as a “state of emergency,” urging people to sound the alarm about threats to Black communities and democracy, including the Supreme Court gutting Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, voter suppression concerns like the SAVE Act, and the broader agenda of Project 2025. Reverend Mark Thompson joins to explain the historical significance of the Voting Rights Act, how disinformation and distraction shape public understanding, and how weakened protections could reduce Black representation and reshape districts. The episode calls for education, local organizing, voting, and sustained mobilization, and closes with Mysonne celebrating Nas and Jadakiss finally receiving long-overdue recognition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Still Funny, Still Fearless: Jess Hilarious Unfiltered Guest: Jess Hilarious 29.04.2026 2ч 5мин

  This week on TMI, Tamika drops a deeper update on the EZPass toll trap,  A virtual town hall is coming with legislators and lawyers. Stay tuned. Then she breaks down the RFK Jr. hearing where Congresswoman Summer Lee pressed him on Black maternal health, and he responded by bringing up DEI. Tamika explains why that wasn't a mistake.  Then Tamika and Mysonne sit-down with Jess Hilarious, comedian, new mom, and Breakfast Club co-host. Jess gets candid about the grind of 3:30 AM call times, finding her voice at the table, and the moment she went public about the show's communication breakdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Tulsa Never Ended: The Battle for Repair and Justice Guest: Damario Solomon-Simmons, Esq., M.Ed. 22.04.2026 1ч 38мин

  Season six is officially here, and Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne are not playing around. First up, the EZPass toll trap. Tamika received a bill with $377 in actual tolls and $1,600 in fees. That's not an accident, that's predatory. She breaks down the "End the Toll Trap" legislation moving through New York and New Jersey and announces an upcoming virtual town hall where legislators, attorneys, and survivors will tell you exactly how to fight back. Then it's a quick rant on the return policies bleeding consumers dry. Stores pushed everything online and made returning items feel like a part-time job. Then the conversation shifts to their in-studio guest Attorney Demario Solomon Simmons, founder of Justice for Greenwood and the lead attorney representing the last living survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Demario shares his origin story, growing up in North Tulsa, nearly losing everything, and discovering the massacre while sitting in a college classroom. He also talks about his new book Redeem a Nation and the decades-long fight for Greenwood reparations that still isn't over. To close it out, Mysonne weighs in on the Gucci Mane situation and why you can't glorify street credibility and then call on the courts when the energy gets matched.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.