Another View The Radio Show Podcast

"Hello, my name is ______, and I'm a racist". That's the beginning of a Racists Anonymous meeting or RA. What is RA? It's a 12-step program that works in communities small and large, and is dedicated to "ending racism in our lifetime". According to its website, the RA program "pulls us forward as we first acknowledge that we have a problem; secondly, we accept that the problem is beyond our ability to manage; and third, we turn this problem over to the Higher Power. If we do this, we will reduce the ways we continually infect succeeding generations." So the question is, "Does it work?" Find out lessons learned from the founder of RA, Ron Buford, Pastor of Sunnyvale Congregational Community United Church of Christ in San Francisco, along with other RA members.

The IRS has extended the filing deadline for your 2020 taxes, but does that mean you should wait? The stimulus check you received in 2020 - is that considered taxable income? How do you figure out your taxes if you were furloughed or laid off during the pandemic? What else do we need to know when filing taxes for 2020? Get expert answers from Eric Pierre, CPA and CEO, Owner and Principal of Pierre Accounting. Eric is a trusted tax strategist, has worked for various Fortune 500 companies prior to starting his own business, and his Twitter account, @YourFavCPA, is on the Forbes Top 100 Must Follow Tax Twitter Accounts.

In 1908, nine women on the campus of Howard University envisioned a sisterhood of caring and service. Today 300,000 college-educated women worldwide are members of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc. Among their ranks, the Vice-President of the United States, Kamala Harris. Learn the history of AKA Sorority, Inc. and the difference its members make on society today. Our guests include Jennifer King Congleton, Mid-Atlantic Regional Director, and Dr. Aurelia Williams, Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Chairman.

The AV Round Table talks about the Congressional process to additional stimulus checks; legalizing marijuana in Virginia; and thoughts about the Meghan and Harry interview with Oprah, including racism apparently on display within the Royal family. Alvean Lyons, Allison Moore, Daun Hester and Carol Pretlow bring stimulating and insightful conversation.

Williamsburg, Virginia, and specifically, William and Mary and Colonial Williamsburg, has come a long way in acknowledging the contributions of African American enslaved and free people to quality of life since the landing of the first Africans to English North America more than 400 years ago. What was once an ignored legacy is now coming to light through thoughtful apology, rigorous scholarship, and archaeological findings. We talk about the latest finding - the identification of the structure of the Williamsburg Bray School - an 18th century school dedicated to the education of free and enslaved Black children. We also get an update on the archaeological dig of the original First Baptist Church, Williamsburg, the 3rd oldest Black church in America, built for and by Black people. Our guests include Jody Allen, the Robert Francis Engs Director of The Lemon Project at William and Mary; Connie Matthews Harshaw, President, Let Freedom Ring Foundation; Jack Gary, Archaeologist, Colonial Williamsburg; and others i

It's a highly charged issue - are Confederate statues an homage to history or a racist reminder of the mistreatment of Blacks in this country? Many Confederate monuments have been removed from their public places, but there is much discussion about where to put them. Do they belong in museums? Should they be destroyed? Do we erase history by removing them from the "public square"? We gain perspective from historian Christy S. Coleman, Executive Director of the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, and Dr. Arthur T. Carter, who is working on what may be an inclusive way to honor the heritage of both Confederate and Union soldiers.

It's a "must have" conversation - especially in Black and Brown communities - how to handle yourself when stopped by the police. The "Stop" can literally be a life and death situation and "the talk" is one parents have with their children to hopefully minimize risk and danger. But is the outcome of the encounter solely on the one who is stopped, or do police also have a responsibility to make sure the stop goes well? We talk with Dwayne Bryant, author of "The Stop". His goal is to improve police and community interactions and change the narrative from fear to respect on both sides.

The Black Church - a place of refuge and spiritual guidance. The center of civil and social rights. The place where leadership is taught, creative expression is encouraged, and lifelong connections are made. We look at the history of the Black church and answer the question, "Is it still the center of the African American universe?" Our guests include Bishop Kim Brown, Mount Lebanon Baptist Church, affectionately known as "the Mount"; Dr. Antipas Harris, President/Dean, Jakes Divinity School, Associate Pastor at The Potter's House and author of "Is Christianity the White Man's Religion; and Dr. Reginald Davis, Pastor of the Historic First Baptist Church, Williamsburg, one of the oldest Black churches in America.

Have you taken the coronavirus vaccine? Are you hesitant about taking it? What's stopping you? What questions do you have? Are you concerned about this vaccine could be the modern day version of the Tuskegee experiment? Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby joins us to answer your questions about the virus, the vaccine, and whether the roll out of the vaccine will be equitable in all communities.

President-Elect Joe Biden became the 46th President of the United States on Wednesday, January 20 at noon. What will the future hold for our country? How will the Biden administration handle the coronavirus pandemic? How will he mend the racial divide? What will he do to get the economy back on track? And how will he convince Americans that he is president for all? These are just some of the issues the Another View Round Table will explore. Join Alvean Lyons, Daun Hester, Carol Pretlow and Allison Moore for analysis and insight on the Biden administration.

Another View celebrates 10 years on the radio! In honor of this major milestone, composer, performer, drummer, producer, and foodie Jae Sinnett has created a new theme song for Another View, aptly titled "Another View". Jae tells the back story of his latest creation, other music projects in the works and how he expresses his creativity through food.

It may be a new year, but the issues surrounding the 2020 presidential election are still front and center. The nation’s capital was stormed by rioters determined to interrupt congress from certifying the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as the next president and vice president of the United States. Four people died...14 police officers injured...pipe bombs and other explosives were found and disabled...and the capitol building was ransacked. The nation was stunned. The conversation in the black community...white priviledge at it's finest. Confused by that response? We unpack it for you.

On behalf of the Another View crew - HAPPY NEW YEAR! May 2021 bring happiness, health and wealth to you and your family. Join us as we look back at some of your favorite Another View programs. We'll be back with you live on January 7, 2021.

How do you effectively tackle racial inequity and inequality in health, wealth and opportunity in this country? According to at least one organization, you do it holistically by addressing disparities in housing, economic inclusion, healthcare, banking, justice reform, and public safety simultaneously. We introduce you to Project 10X - a ten-year, $1 Billion bold initiative spearheaded by the Local Initiatives Support Corporation, or LISC. LISC CEO Maurice Jones shares why he is excited to embark upon this "biggest, boldest effort to eliminate racial gaps that represent America's most pressing challenges." We'll also hear from Blair Durham, CEO of Black Brand, the Black Chamber of Commerce in Hampton Roads.

Paraphrasing a popular phrase - "You cannot know where you are going until you know from whence you've come". That is why so many people are now "finding their roots" - discovering their past history as a way to understand the present. We will find our roots, WHRO style! We talk with genealogists Renate Yarborough Sanders and Stephanie Thomas about ways to discover your past, and Regina Brayboy who will share her personal story of discovery.

2020 has been a very challenging year - the pandemic, racial unrest, a turbulent presidential election, massive unemployment - the list goes on. Yet as we enter this holiday season there is reason for optimism and hope. The AV pundits share some of their favorite holiday traditions and a wish list for the country as we enter into 2021. Alvean Lyons, Daun Hester, Carol Pretlow and Allison Moore share their holiday childhood memories, traditions that they carry on today with their families, and their hopes and dreams for the future.

It's a "must have" conversation - especially in Black and Brown communities - how to handle yourself when stopped by the police. The "Stop" can literally be a life and death situation and "the talk" is one parents have with their children to hopefully minimize risk and danger. But is the outcome of the encounter solely on the one who is stopped, or do police also have a responsibility to make sure the stop goes well? We talk with Dwayne Bryant, author of "The Stop". His goal is to improve police and community interactions and change the narrative from fear to respect on both sides.

Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris - First female to be elected Vice-President; First Black woman to be elected Vice-President; First person of Asian descent to be elected Vice-President; First HBCU graduate to be elected Vice-President; First member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to be elected Vice-President! She is a role model on many levels. What does her election mean for millions of women worldwide? How will she inspire others to continue to break glass ceilings in all kinds of professions? And what about all of the women, particularly African American women, who played a pivotal role in getting out the vote that lead to her victory? We talk about political "black girl magic" with pundits Alvean Lyons, Daun Hester, Alison Moore and Carol Pretlow.

Complete analysis of the results of the 2020 elections from political analyst Dr. Eric Claville, Director, Center for African American Public Policy at Norfolk State University. And relationship expert Alvean Lyons provides sound advice on overcoming post-election anxiety.

President Trump tweeted this message after leaving Walter Reed Medical Center following treatment for Covid-19 - "Don't let it dominate. Don't let it take over your lives." But for many who have contracted the disease, it's not so simple. Hear the story of Janice Langley, an Eastern Shore resident who contracted the virus and spent 21 days on a ventilator. Her story is a cautionary tale for us all. She is joined by Another View contributor Dr. Alvin Harris, who has diagnosed numerous cases of coronavirus and says the pandemic is not over.