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- 1219 - Ep. 841 - Ceasefire negotiations are underway + Nasser Hospital has been surrounded
Today is one of those days where all I know to do is pray. And to ask you to pray as well. Palestinian leadership has sent in their framework for what the need for a ceasefire and now the nations at the table will HAVE to find a way to make it work. Please pray for their success, OK? And, as we speak, the Israeli military has surrounded one of the last remaining hospitals in Gaza, and are killing anyone that comes or goes. Some of my closest friends in Gaza are in there right now. Please also pray for them! To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 13 Feb 2024 - 1218 - Ep. 840 - Endless massacres of Palestinians during the Super Bowl last night
Every night is horrible in Gaza. Without fail. But somehow, last night was one of the worst ever as Israel and the United States bombed refugee camps all over Rafah, in Southern Gaza. Over 1.6 million Palestinians have crammed into a community meant for 150,000 people - after they were told it was a safe zone, but now they are being bombed endlessly. And the fallout is beyond words. What I saw last night took my breath away. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 12 Feb 2024 - 1217 - Ep. 839 - Israel is in full, open defiance of the ICJ orders
Last week the International Court of Justice ruled that Israel is committing genocide and, in essence, ordered them to stop all genocidal actions, genocidal speech, and to open up ports for humanitarian aid. And gave them 30 days to do so. We are now within that 30 day period and Israel is in full, open defiance of every one of those orders. The genocide is in full force. The question now is this: what will the ICJ, and the rest of the world, do about it? Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 30 Jan 2024 - 1216 - Ep. 838 - The ICJ makes a very important ruling today.
Hey my friends. When you see this, the International Court of Justice will have either already made their ruling on the genocide case brought by South Africa against Israel or will be close to releasing their findings. Let me tell you what I expect to happen. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 26 Jan 2024 - 1215 - Ep. 837 - Tanks fired upon a UN center in Gaza yesterday, but the American media REFUSED to say who they belonged to
In the center of Khan Younis, in Southern Gaza, a United Nations training center that was housing thousands of Palestinian refugees was fired upon indiscriminately by Israeli tanks. The UN reported the massacre themselves across social media, but leading American newspapers, knowing full well that Palestinians don't own a single tank (or airplane or warship or submarine for that matter) outright REFUSED to say WHOSE tanks caused the massacre. At this point, the media is complicit in this genocide. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 25 Jan 2024 - 1214 - Ep. 836 - Donald Trump just won New Hampshire, and likely the Republican nomination.
Ron DeSantis put all of his eggs in the Iowa basket and lost there to Donald Trump last week. Nikki Haley did the same thing in New Hampshire and lost to Trump just like DeSantis. This means the race is all but over. It's going to be Trump vs. Biden. If these men can live until the election, and if Trump can stay out of prison, they will be facing each other in November. Let me unpack and explain it.To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 24 Jan 2024 - 1213 - Ep. 835 - What I think about the current temporary cease-fire option that's on the table
In short, the offer is a non-starter. A pause in your own genocide means next to nothing if Israel is openly admitting, as they are, that it will simply start back up again in 60 days. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 23 Jan 2024 - 1212 - Ep. 834 - Massacres all over Khan Younis in Gaza this morning
Hundreds of innocent men, women, children, and elders have been slaughtered by Israel and the United States all over the Gazan city of Khan Younis in Southern, Gaza. Bombs and missiles are being dropped everywhere - on homes, on refugee camps, on schools - nothing and no one is being spared. And this is where people were told to flee for safety. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 22 Jan 2024 - 1211 - Ep. 833 - What happened when a journalist called the White House out on their hypocrisy toward Palestinians.
Have you seen the gleeful videos posted by Israelis where they gleefully film themselves committing genocide? Well, another one went viral 2 days ago, and it showed Israeli's blowing up the largest university in Gaza - as in the entire university - and they said it took 350 bombs that they placed all over the campus - which was clearly empty and not being used by anyone. So, why did they blow it up, the journalist asked? And the White House simply could not come up with a remotely coherent answer. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 19 Jan 2024 - 1210 - Ep. 832 - 5 reasons I won't be voting for Joe Biden (Part 1)
I have 55 reasons, but for the next 2 days I want to unpack and explain 5 of them. Let's start with the horrific genocide of the Palestinian people. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 18 Jan 2024 - 1209 - Ep. 831 - Why it's ridiculous for The United States to put The Houthis on the nation's terror list
We live in a time where nations around the world have charged Israel with the genocide of over 30,000 Palestinian people, but the United States, which openly supports the genocide, and defends it at every turn, is rushing to put one of the nation's leading the charge against it, on its terror list. The Houthis, during this entire genocide, have not killed a single soul. It does not appear that they've even injured anyone. That's why I am hoping that the world sees just how outrageous it is to put these men on the terror list. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 17 Jan 2024 - 1208 - Ep. 830 - Let me explain what just happened at the International Court of Justice
As you may know, South Africa brought a genocide case against Israel before The International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands. And yesterday, before the court, South Africa masterfully argued their case, and truly allowed the facts to simply speak for themselves. Today, pitifully, Israel attempted to defend itself, but we will have to wait to see the results. Because of the emergency nature of the genocide of the Palestinian people, the ICJ may rush this case and make a decision in the next week at the fastest, but I think it will likely be a month at the longest. Let me unpack and explain it.To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 12 Jan 2024 - 1207 - Ep. 829 - BREAKING: We just filed a legal appeal with the Meta Oversight Board
Last night, my attorneys filed a legal brief with the Meta Oversight Board to not only have my Instagram account restored, but for them to change their policies, and address and correct the gross discrimination against Pro-Palestinian voices on their platforms. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 09 Jan 2024 - 1206 - Ep. 828 - The important difference between the ICC and ICJ
Today please allow me to explain the most fundamental differences between the ICC (The International Criminal Court) and the ICJ (The International Court of Justice) and how it all applies to the genocide and war crimes of Israel. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast.If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 05 Jan 2024 - 1205 - Ep. 827 - Who are REALLY the dangerous organizations in this moment we are in right now?
The past 24 hours in Gaza were absolutely atrocious. Every day is bad, but some days are horrible and other days are somehow even worse. Yesterday and last night were such moments. And the WHOLE WORLD knows who the dangerous organizations in this moment truly are. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 04 Jan 2024 - 1204 - Ep. 826 - The single most important action happening right now for Palestine
I want to unpack and explain today why I think the actions of Yemen are the single most important actions happening in the world right now that have the best chance to stop the genocide of the Palestinian people. I will be very specific on why, but I need you to hear this today. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 03 Jan 2024 - 1203 - Ep. 825 - I'm being deplatformed and censored, but am undeterred.
Welcome back to Season #6 of The Breakdown with Shaun King. Tens of thousands of you are here for the first time - and tens of thousands more of you have been here listening for the past 6 years. Until this genocide ends, I am dedicating every single episode to Palestine. We're also going to bring back The Breakdown Live - my Twitch video show unpacking and explaining the news. Let me catch you up on where things stand and tomorrow I'll begin taking deep dives into individual stories that deserve our attention. Love and appreciate each of you. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 02 Jan 2024 - 1202 - Ep. 824 - Joe Biden should be charged with war crimes
Virtually every war crimes expert in the world now agrees that Israel is committing THOUSANDS of war crimes violations against Palestinians. I am posting these violations on my Instagram day and night. But what I need you to understand is that Joe Biden is also committing war crimes. And should be charged for them. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 24 Oct 2023 - 1201 - Ep. 823 - Some of the craziest few days of my life
The genocide of Palestinians from the hands and bombs of Israel and the United States is still fully in motion. Which makes me taking this episode to talk about myself frustrating, but for my own record, I must document what went down. I was the #1 trending topic in the United States after people first lied and said I took sole credit for freeing the American hostage, Natalie Raanan. That never happened. It's a complete fabrication. Quite the opposite, I said I was one of dozens of people that helped behind the scenes. Then the lie pivoted from me saying I took sole credit to people saying I never helped at all and made the whole thing up. Thankfully, my attorneys advised me ahead of time to keep records of every text, DM, and phone call I made about this. Then, yesterday, the Israeli military literally released a video of propaganda about me. All of this tells me one thing: what we are doing to fight for Palestinians is clearly seen as a threat. And we are influencing the hearts and minds of the world. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast.If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 23 Oct 2023 - 1200 - Ep. 822 - Joe Biden is a war criminal that I would never vote for
I said this on Instagram yesterday and just want to be sure that you know I meant it. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ http://TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 20 Oct 2023 - 1199 - Ep. 821 - Yesterday I was embarrassed to be an American
America is often a very embarrassing place to be from. And for me, yesterday was one of those days where our nation humiliated itself on the world stage when the United States was the ONLY nation in the world that voted against allowing humanitarian aid into Gaza for Palestinians. And then they vetoed it. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ http://TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 19 Oct 2023 - 1198 - Ep. 820 - The United Nations calls Israel's actions against Palestine "ethnic cleansing"
Right now, in real-time, we are witnessing ethnic cleansing unfold. We are already knew that this is what it was, but the world's experts all now agree - what Israel is doing to Palestine is ethnic cleansing, genocide, and Apartheid. The United Nations declared that it is an "ethnic cleansing emergency" this weekend. And the United States is funding it. And sending the bombs being used to slaughter women and children. It's disgusting. Let me unpack and explain it.To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 16 Oct 2023 - 1197 - Ep. 819 - 4 terms on the Israeli oppression of Palestinians that you must learn
What we are watching unfold in real time right now is not a war. It's not a conflict. It's genocide. It's ethnic cleansing. It's Apartheid. And it's settler colonialism. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 13 Oct 2023 - 1196 - Ep. 818 = The White House admits Joe Biden is lying about Palestine
Yesterday, almost like a trained actor, Joe Biden looked at the cameras, and said "never in his life," did he think he would see videos and photos of Palestinians behead Israeli babies. And then feigned being traumatized. Only for The White House to admit just a few hours later that he made all of that up. He never saw any such photos or videos. This is SO DANGEROUS. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 12 Oct 2023 - 1195 - Ep. 817 - Why you mainly see videos from Palestine on my timeline
I've been asked this question, quite literally, a few thousand times over the past 72 hours. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 11 Oct 2023 - 1194 - Ep. 816 - My first raw thoughts on what's going on in Israel and Palestine
Today is one of those days where I have so much to say, but also nothing at all. Let me just share my raw thoughts today and I'll try to be more exact and surgical with my words in the days ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 10 Oct 2023 - 1193 - A Homecoming Interrupted: Morgan State University
Hey everyone, It's Shaun here, and today we are bringing you The Momentum Advisor's latest podcast episode. It is a personal story that's close to our hearts. Homecoming for Allan and Tiffany looked very different this year as their alma mater experienced a violent shooting on campus and therefore all Homecoming festivities were cancelled for the first time in over 100 years. This episode talks about what was NOT cancelled! Including the opening of our new business on Morgan State University's campus and all the trials and hiccups that tried to prevent us from remaining #MorganStrong. This is a very special episode and we hope you take a listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 09 Oct 2023 - 1192 - Exploring Martha's Vineyard's Rich Legacy
Hey everyone, it's Shaun here, and today we're bringing you a throwback episode of The Momentum Advisors Show. This one originally aired on August 20th, and it's all about a place with a rich history and a unique spirit—Martha's Vineyard. Now, Martha's Vineyard holds a special place in many hearts, especially in the Black community. It's a place known for its rich Black history, and it's often celebrated as 'for us, by us.' But there's so much more to Martha's Vineyard than meets the eye. In this episode, The Momentum Advisors take us on a journey through the island's history, its thriving entrepreneurship, and the wealth that's both generated and celebrated there. It's a deep dive into a place that holds a unique space in the tapestry of Black culture in America. So, whether you're familiar with Martha's Vineyard or just curious to learn more, this episode has something special in store for you. Tune in and let's explore the history and prosperity of Martha's Vineyard together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 06 Oct 2023 - 1191 - Ep. 815 - Why you should learn from what Sexxy Red just said
You may have seen the viral video of the young rapper, Sexxy Red, saying how much she loves Donald Trump and wants to see him back in office. It's all over my timelines, and about 85% of the responses I see are HARSH, 5% are celebratory, and the remaining people are trying to make a point that I hope to make today. At least try to learn something from her. Because A LOT of people feel just like she does. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 05 Oct 2023 - 1190 - Ep. 814 - For the first time ever, the United States Congress has no Speaker of the House
You've heard me say this before, but it's VERY hard to know a moment in history when you are living in it. Well, we continue to live in a very peculiar and disturbing time in American history - in the shadows of thousands of people trying to overthrow the American government, Republicans have now cannibalized one of their own, and voted out their own Speaker of the House, Kevin McCarthy. That has never happened before. And for the next week, or longer, the United States Congress won't even have a Speaker of the House because Republicans, who control the House, don't even have enough votes to select a replacement. It's just another clue at how unstable this place truly is. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 04 Oct 2023 - 1189 - Ep. 813 - The government owes Tennessee State University an astounding $2.1 BILLION dollars
Last night I learned something truly preposterous. Tennessee State University, which is one of the most important Black colleges in America, is owed $2.1 BILLION by the state and federal government after a federal research project determined they, and other Black colleges, were systemically underfunded for years. This is the literal definition of systemic racism. Today I want to unpack this story and also talk about what we can learn from the bigoted members of Congress that are about to shut the government down. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 29 Sep 2023 - 1188 - Ep. 812 - Could Trump serve as President while in prison?
I've taken a deep dive down this rabbit hole and think I have a very clear answer to all of the possible scenarios. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 28 Sep 2023 - 1187 - Ep. 811 - Something happened in Philadelphia yesterday that I've never seen happen with a police brutality case in my entire life
Just last month, Philadelphia Police Officer Mark Dial brutally shot and killed a young man who was sitting in his parked car. And to cover it all up, the cops lied and said that the victim, 27 year old Eddie Irizarry, got out of his car and lunged at police with a knife - giving the city, and the nation the impression that the shooting was justified and in self-defense. Except police made the entire story up. And it's all on film. In fact, Irizarry never even got out of his car. Never opened his door. Never rolled his window down. It was all a lie. Police, within 7 seconds of seeing the man, shot and killed him through his car window, then, according to hospital officials, abused his body afterwards. Thankfully, Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner charged the cop with murder, in what every expert called a clear open and shut case. But yesterday, a judge did something that I've never seen in my life. They just canceled the entire case and said that no evidence existed for the charges.WTF? Like what are we even talking about here. The evidence is on video. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 27 Sep 2023 - 1186 - Ep. 810 - Joe Biden is definitely going to be the Democratic nominee for President
Yes, Joe Biden is getting smashed by Donald Trump in several new polls. And yes, he called LL Cool J, who is 55 years old, a boy this weekend. But it's now abundantly clear to me that he is absolutely going to be the Democratic nominee. How do I know this? Staffers from the Democratic Party told me so. And they will abundantly clear and definitive. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 26 Sep 2023 - 1185 - Ep. 809 - What Ireland did to this young Black gymnast is utterly despicable
Today I have 2 important stories to break down. First, CONGRATS to the Writers Guild of America for coming to a new agreement while on strike for an astounding 146 days! You all are my heroes. Secondly, I want to talk to you about what Ireland did to this beautiful Black girl who got passed over again and again for the medal THAT SHE EARNED. I have an important update on this story. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 25 Sep 2023 - 1184 - Ep. 808 - American cities are actually CAUSING anti-immigrant hate. And it was completely avoidable.
First off, Happy 22nd Anniversary to my dear wife, Rai. I love you honey. Secondly, I have to weigh in on how American cities are truly bungling the migrant crisis that's going down across the country. And by spending tens of millions of dollars, and in some cases hundreds of millions of dollars, to care for the migrants, while mistreating and abusing and cutting funds to basic services to your own citizens, it's sparking a deep anger that I am seeing almost daily from coast to coast. Chicago, which has been tearing down the tens of its own homeless people, just announced that they are spending $29 million to build a tent city for migrants. And citizens, including brilliant homeless advocates there in Chicago, are BAFFLED at how that went down. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 22 Sep 2023 - 1183 - Ep. 807 - Texas fires teacher for sharing "The Diary of Anne Frank"
Oh Texas. We just talked about you yesterday. And here we are, yet again, covering your bigotry and ignorance. Yesterday it was you suspending a brilliant young man from school FOR WEEKS because of his natural Black hairstyle. Now you are firing teachers for teaching about Anne Frank! Like what? Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 21 Sep 2023 - 1182 - Ep. 806 - Even with the CROWN Act as law, Black students are STILL being punished for natural hair in Texas
Enough is enough. Outside of Dallas, the Barbers Hill School District has suspended a brilliant young man named Darry George, for week after week, because they say his beautiful natural hair style violates school rules. The wild thing is... it doesn't. And not only that, Texas passed a law called the CROWN Act, which prohibits discrimination against African Americans with natural hairstyles. But it's WILD that we even need such a law. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 20 Sep 2023 - 1181 - Ep. 805 - The 2 reasons opposing coaches have hated on Coach Prime 4 weeks in a row
I've been watching football for 40 years. Never in my life have I seen an opposing coach be hated on and talked about like we have Coach Prime for the past 4 weeks. It's unprecedented. In fact, it literally violates all coaching standards and norms. Coaches NEVER talk trash about opposing coaches. But those rules are all going out the window. WHY? 2 main reasons.... Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 19 Sep 2023 - 1180 - Ep. 804 - Sooooooo glad to be back!
After 4 months of fighting through some of the worst pain of my life, I am sooooooo damn glad to be back here with you all. Today, I want to tell you some of what I've been fighting through and preview what's next! Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Also, PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 18 Sep 2023 - 1179 - Resilience and Grit are Key
Today on The Breakdown, we're featuring an episode of The Momentum Advisors Show that was originally released on November 27th, 2022. Get ready to dive into the power of resilience and grit! We all face obstacles on our wealth journey, and sometimes it's challenging to find that one thing we need to bounce back. Well, the answer is right here: resilience. In this episode, The Momentum Advisors discuss the incredible value of this intangible asset that is crucial for accomplishing your financial, professional, and personal goals. Discover how resilience can propel you forward and help you overcome any challenges that come your way. So, join us as we explore the key to resilience and unlock the strength you need to thrive on your journey to success. The episode title says it all: "Resilience and Grit are Key." To listen to more episodes, go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Momentum Advisors Show.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast (Episode 104). Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, 14 May 2023 - 1178 - How to Build Wealth at Every Age
Today, on The Breakdown, we're featuring another episode of The Momentum Advisors Show that was originally released on April 16th. This episode is all about building wealth at every stage of life. Whether you believe you're too young or too old, let me tell you, you're wrong. The Momentum Advisors dive into the key steps you can take at any age to create financial freedom and security. From your twenties to your sixties and beyond, they provide a comprehensive decade-by-decade guide on how to grow your wealth. It's never too early or too late to start building the life you desire. So, tune in and let's discover the strategies to make your financial dreams a reality at every stage of your journey. To listen to more episodes, go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Momentum Advisors Show.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast (Episode 90). Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, 14 May 2023 - 1177 - Ep. 803 - CNN just made the mistake of a lifetime
It's unforgivable, really. Just days after a New York jury determined that Donald Trump sexually abused a woman - who happens to be a JOURNALIST - the network had Trump on for an open conversation - hosted by a conservative woman in front of a conservative audience. They had COUNTLESS chances to back out, but forged ahead and did it anyway - spitting in the face of decent people everywhere. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 11 May 2023 - 1176 - Ep. 802 - Donald Trump is a sexual predator, but his supporters truly don't care
Why don't they care? Because they are a cult. And he is their cult leaders. Cult leaders are often sexual predators, but their followers just shape their morality and ethics around the abuse of their leader. They dismiss it. They justify it. Yesterday a jury of Donald Trump's peers found him civilly responsible for the sexual abuse and defamation of one of his many victims. It should absolutely mean the end of his public life. But it won't. Because America has ALWAYS been willing to look the other way as far as sexual abuse is concerned. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. Love and appreciate you all .Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 10 May 2023 - 1175 - Ep. 801 - I'm so tired of saying this...yet ANOTHER mass shooting in America.
This nation could absolutely stop these mass shootings or slow them down drastically, but it REFUSES to do the work. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 09 May 2023 - 1174 - Ep. 800 - The Murder of Jordan Neely
Last week, in broad daylight, on New York City's busy F train, a white man choked a Black man death in front of the entire train. It was one of the ugliest, most despicable acts of violence that I've ever seen. For over 4 minutes, Daniel Penny choked the literal life out of Jordan Neely. Until he died right there on the train. Other men held down Jordan's arms to prevent him from ever getting free of the brutal chokehold. Daniel Penny should've been arrested on the spot. But, of course, he wasn't. Let me unpack and explain it! PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com.To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 08 May 2023 - 1173 - Living My Best Life
Hey everyone, today on The Breakdown, we have another episode of The Momentum Advisors that originally aired on August 14th, 2022. I know we've all dreamed of hitting it big and winning millions of dollars, but have you ever stopped to think about how much money is really enough to make your ideal life a reality? Well, that's exactly what this episode explores. Tiffany and Allan break down a recent survey that asked people from 33 countries just how much money they would need to live their best lives. The answers might surprise you! And even if you don't win the Mega Millions jackpot, they offer some valuable insights on how to make it happen. So, tune in and let's talk about how we can all live our best lives, whether we hit the lottery or not. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Momentum Advisors Show.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast (Episode 90). Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, 07 May 2023 - 1172 - Passive & Residual Income
Hey everybody, we're bringing back an episode of The Momentum Advisors Show from February 28, 2021. In this episode, they break down passive and residual income--which is one of the keys to financial independence. I mean, who doesn't want to make money while they're sleeping or on vacation, right? They go into unique ways to generate meaningful residual and passive income, so that you can start living the life you want. Residual income comes from a single original action and it keeps coming in over and over again. And passive income requires little to no effort to maintain the cash flow. If you're ready to learn more about these types of income and how to start making them work for you, tune in to The Momentum Advisors Show today. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, 06 May 2023 - 1171 - We need to fund and build more monuments to brilliant Black leaders
Friends, I'm excited to bring you a throwback episode of The Breakdown that originally aired on August 12, 2022. You know, it's really astonishing to me that in America, when we look at the top 50 most represented people with monuments, half of them were enslavers. It's unacceptable. But what's the solution? Waiting for others to create monuments for us isn't going to cut it. We need to take action and build them ourselves. That's what I address in this episode - specifically, building monuments to honor the legacies of Malcolm X and Nat Turner. Take a listen and let me know your thoughts. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 05 May 2023 - 1170 - The Internet has made too many of us mean as hell
Listen, I know the world is a hard place. And while the Internet, in some ways, is just a reflection of the world, I see way too many of us being mean as hell online. I'm not talking about trolls and white supremacists. I'm talking about us. Even in my own comment sections I see way too much hatefulness, and what I would call "casual bigotry" coming from otherwise good people. I have one simple strategy that I try to live out each and every day that I think could help some of us a whole lot right now. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 04 May 2023 - 1169 - Ep. 799 - A good update on the health and condition of Ralph Yarl
Today I want to give you all a good news update on the health, condition, and healing of young Ralph Yarl. I'll also give you a few thoughts and updates on the criminal case against the man who shot Ralph. Let me unpack and explain it! PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 02 May 2023 - 1168 - Why are we ok with our taxes fully funding mass incarceration, but not education and healthcare?
Hey everyone, today we're revisiting an episode of The Breakdown that originally aired on July 14, 2022, but the question that we explored on that day is just as relevant now as it was then. Why do we accept a system where we fully fund mass incarceration but fail to fully fund education and healthcare? Budgets are moral documents that reflect our values and priorities as a society. Join me as we dig into this important topic once again and explore why we must demand better for ourselves and our communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 01 May 2023 - 1167 - The Oxpecker, Rhinoceros, and New Entrepreneur
Today, we're featuring another episode of The Momentum Advisors Show that first aired on October 16, 2022. In this episode, the hosts discuss the concept of symbiosis and how it can be a positive force for wealth building in the world of entrepreneurship. They focus on how small businesses and independent contractors can form symbiotic relationships with large enterprises to create a mutually beneficial partnership that allows both parties to make more money on their own terms. Join Allan Boomer and Tiffany Hawkins as they explore the world of wealth building through symbiotic relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, 30 Apr 2023 - 1166 - What Happens When the Banks Fail
On today's episode of The Breakdown, we're revisiting an important topic in light of recent financial news. As the FDIC prepares to take over First Republic Bank, we're airing an episode of The Momentum Advisors that originally aired on March 19th. In this episode, they discuss what happens when banks fail and provide insight into the recent failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank. They also delve into the history of bank failures in the US and offer tips on how to protect yourself if this happens to your bank in the future. It's a timely and informative episode that you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, 29 Apr 2023 - 1165 - Ep. 798 - For 68 straight years America failed the family of Emmett Till
On some days I hate this place that we almost jokingly call "The United" States of America. United in what? Its determination to not make right its wrongs? From 1955 until 2023 this nation had endless chances to try to provide a semblance of justice and accountability to the family of Emmett Till, but for 68 straight years, every DA, every prosecutor, every Attorney General, every staff of the DOJ, and every presidential administration that had a chance to do right by this family, REFUSED TO DO SO. My best guess is that in the years ahead, now that no single living human being that participated in the lynching of Emmett Till is around to be held accountable, the government will eventually tell us what it should have done and offer an empty apology. The whole ordeal is about the most American thing I think we will ever know. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 28 Apr 2023 - 1164 - Is Your Money Racist?
On today's throwback episode, we're re-visiting one of our favorite episodes from Tiffany Hawkins & Allan Boomer from The Momentum Advisors. Have you ever thought about where your investment dollars are really going? Chances are, they're not being invested in the communities that matter most to you. In fact, they could be supporting institutions that go against your values, such as immigration, prison complexes, racism, and excess gun usage. In this eye-opening episode, we're asking the tough question: "Is Your Money Racist?" and providing you with the tools to take control of your investments and ensure they align with your values. Don't miss out on this important conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 27 Apr 2023 - 1163 - Ep. 797 - 4 lessons we should learn on the firing of Tucker Carlson
I'm nothing but glad Tucker Carlson was just fired from Fox News. The man was an open bigot. He was a white supremacist who employed other white supremacists. He's also a liar and a scoundrel. But I want us to pause for a quick moment and squeeze some lessons out of what just went down. Because here's what I know - Fox News is going to replace one bigot with another bigot. This man wasn't fired for his racism, he was fired because he was costing the corporation a TON of money. Period. They were ALWAYS willing to endure his racism. But let me unpack and explain what we really need to know about all of this. PLEASE BECOME A MEMBER of The North Star now @ TheNorthStar.com. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 26 Apr 2023 - 1162 - Ep. 796 - It's official. Joe Biden is running for reelection. Here are my gut thoughts
Moments ago, Joe Biden, who is a FULL 80 years old, just announced that he is running for reelection. Of course, I have some early gut thoughts to share. Some may surprise you. I wish he didn't run again, but I definitely understand why he did. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 25 Apr 2023 - 1161 - Ep. 795 - Let's do this for the family of Ahmaud Arbery
Hello Listeners, I promised Ahmaud’s dear mother, Wanda, that we could get 5,000 people to register for the 1st Annual Walk/Run with Maud 5K! The proceeds go to helping her build the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation (follow NOW @ahmaudarberyfoundation) which is all about helping young Black boys get the mental health tools they need. You can click the LINK IN MY BIO on IG or go straight to RunWithMaud.com to register. You can run in person in Atlanta. Or… You can participate ANYWHERE in the world. Or you can simply register to show the love. I’d like to say something difficult. Ahmaud’s family hasn’t received a large settlement that they could’ve used to help them launch the foundation. They have us. That’s it. That’s why we need to have their back, OK? Love and appreciate you all! Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 24 Apr 2023 - 1160 - It's Time to Ask for Help
It's time to stop being afraid to ask for help when it comes to your money. On this episode of The Momentum Advisors, our financial experts (Tiffany Hawkins & Alan Boomer) discuss the common mistakes people make with their finances and why it's so difficult to ask for financial help. They provide actionable tips and strategies to help you overcome your fears and get the financial help you need. Don't wait until it's too late, tune in now and take the first step towards financial success! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, 23 Apr 2023 - 1159 - 21 Questions (to Ask Your Financial Advisor)
Get ready to learn how to choose the best financial advisor for your needs with The Momentum Advisors. On this episode, Allan Boomer and Tiffany Hawkins provide valuable insight on the key questions you should ask your financial advisor. From sorting through their qualifications to learning their investment philosophy, these strategic questions will help you find the perfect match. Plus, they even provide answers to these questions to give you an idea of what to expect from a suitable financial advisor. Tune in to this episode for essential financial advice that you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, 22 Apr 2023 - 1158 - Ep. 794 - Happy 4/20 everybody!
Today I want to tell you just a little bit about my own personal journey with weed. I'm a late adopter and didn't start smoking all the way until I was 38 years old when my pain management doctor first prescribed it to help with my pain. But once I started smoking or taking edibles, which I mainly prefer, it helped me truly see the human value of cannabis in a way that I never quite understood it before. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 20 Apr 2023 - 1157 - Ep. 793 - A really GREAT update on the healing and recovery of Ralph Yarl
Ralph is home and is healing. Today I have some important updates on how he's doing and what's next - including a very interesting call from President Joe Biden. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast.If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 19 Apr 2023 - 1156 - Ep. 792 - When we organize, we can do amazing things :: An update on Ralph Yarl
Today is another GOOD NEWS episode of The Breakdown. In just 24 hours, not only did we raise nearly $3 million for young Ralph Yarl and his family, but we helped ensure that the bigot who shot Ralph was arrested and charged for his crimes.Hundreds of thousands of you made phone calls and sent emails that helped make that happen. THANK YOU. This is what we can do when we move in the same direction, with the same goal. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun 9:30 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 18 Apr 2023 - 1155 - Ep. 791 - ACTION STEPS for Young Ralph Yarl
On this past Thursday, the unthinkable happened. An armed white man brutally shot a young Black boy over and over again after he rang the doorbell, just one street over from where he was supposed to pick up his younger brothers. Today I am going to unpack and explain the case and give you some ACTION STEPS to follow. Let's GO!Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 17 Apr 2023 - 1154 - Before You Quit Your Job
Today, we welcome another episode of the The Momentum Advisors! Today's episode is all about the growing trend of people quitting their jobs to pursue new business ventures or career paths. But before you take that leap, there are important things to consider to ensure your success. Allan Boomer and Tiffany Hawkins will guide you through the key factors you need to keep in mind before making the move. Don't miss out on this valuable insight. And be sure to tune in tomorrow for the next episode, where we'll continue the discussion on making strategic career moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, 16 Apr 2023 - 1153 - An LLC is Not a Business
Today, we're thrilled to feature another episode of The Momentum Advisors, a podcast from The North Star network that's dedicated to equipping listeners with the tools they need to take charge of their finances. And make sure to tune in tomorrow for the next installment of this series, where they'll continue to provide valuable insights on investing and financial literacy. Original Air date: March 7, 2021 We hear a lot of people talking about starting LLCs. Their goals when starting these legal structures is to create additional sources of income and to create a financial legacy for their families. In the end, many people are simply filing papers to start a business--without ACTUALLY starting the business. On this episode, we help you understand how to really start a business and guess what? It has nothing to do with paperwork. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, 15 Apr 2023 - 1152 - Ep. 790 - What therapy has done for me
Today I just wanted to take a moment to be super transparent and share what therapy has done for me. I've been doing weekly sessions for 2 years now. It's not magic. It doesn't solve all of your problems. But it has helped me be a healthier person IN SO MANY WAYS. If you are on the fence about therapy, I'd love for you to hear me out. And for those of you that are on a therapy journey, I hope something I share today helps you keep going. Love y'all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 14 Apr 2023 - 1151 - Ep. 789 - Why so many Africans are HUGE supporters of Russia and Vladimir Putin.
HINT - it's not just because of Russian propaganda. Russia has a VERY long history of truly supporting the continent of Africa when almost the entire white world was either standing down or literally doing the oppressing during colonization and Apartheid. That's at the root here, but even beyond that, nations like Russia and China continue to provide billions of dollars not of "aid," but investment into massive development projects that again, most of the white world has ignored.And so, when Putin does something that I think is truly horrible in the invasion of Ukraine, and commits countless war crimes in the process, most African leaders are almost completely unwilling to call him out. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 13 Apr 2023 - 1150 - Ep. 788 - Fingers crossed: It appears Justin Pearson will be sworn back into office in Tennessee TODAY!
On Monday, 27 year old Justin Jones, after being chosen by the Nashville City Council to basically replace himself in the Tennessee State Legislature, was sworn in, and triumphantly returned to the floor of the Capitol. Today, it's time for Memphis to choose 27 year old Justin Pearson to return and be sworn in. And barring any hiccups, that's exactly what we expect to happen. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 12 Apr 2023 - 1149 - Ep. 787 - I can't recall a time where I saw more absolutely disgusted white men than I did yesterday
Yesterday, just days after they ousted and removed Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones from office, the City of Nashville voted to return him RIGHT BACK. And it was a GLORIOUS sight to behold. After being sworn in before a crowd of THOUSANDS of people, Justin Jones, Black power fist raised in the air, marched right back onto the floor of the legislature, into the belly of the beast, in front of dozens and dozens of evil white men who voted to remove him. And they HATED IT.These men just made Justin Jones into a national hero. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 11 Apr 2023 - 1148 - Ep. 786 - A key lesson from the strategy of Justin Jones and Justin Pearson in Tennessee
I know the conservative white supremacists in the Tennessee State Legislature thought they were teaching these two young Black men a lesson, but the truth is that the bravery of these two young brothers taught the entire world a lesson. When used in the right place, at the right time, non-violent civil disobedience functions as both a mirror and spotlight on the bigotry of this country - showing the nation just how racist it truly is. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast.If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 10 Apr 2023 - 1147 - What You Must Know Before You Start Investing--That Most People Never Learn
Today, we're excited to share another episode of The Momentum Advisors, an The North Star production that's all about empowering you to take control of your financial future. Be sure to find and subscribe to The Momentum Advisors on your favorite podcasting platform! Original Airdate: September 25, 2022 Most people have a basic understanding of how to invest their money: open an account, buy some stocks, bonds, or other investment vehicles. Well, there's a lot more you need to know before you take these two steps, that are crucial to your overall investment plan. And guess what? Most people don't know them and miss out on all the real benefits to investing. On this episode we tell you the most important thing you need to know when getting started with investing your money. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, 09 Apr 2023 - 1146 - Where the Money Resides: Compound Interest
Join Allan Boomer and Tiffany Hawkins on The Momentum Advisors Show as they share their wealth of knowledge and expertise on financial literacy and empowerment. With actionable insights and practical tips, they'll guide you towards making smart financial decisions and achieving financial freedom. Don't miss this episode, it's packed with valuable information you won't want to miss! Chances are, you've heard of the term "compound interest," but do you know how it really works? If not, you're in the majority: 69% of Americans don't understand it. Compound interest is the "magic pill" that converts your "modest savings" into massive wealth. Through the power of compound interest is how most "everyday" people become millionaires. On this episode we are breaking down how compound interest works and how to make it work for you--at any age. Original Airdate: April 4, 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, 08 Apr 2023 - 1145 - Ep. 785 - SHAME SHAME SHAME on the Tennessee Legislature
As you have no doubt heard by now, the state legislature in Tennessee, on a near party-line vote, decided to steal expel and remove 2 young Black legislators not just from the room, but from their elected office. It's an abomination. American democracy has always been more of an ideal and aspiration than a reality. But the covers were pulled off yesterday. And something that I have never seen in my lifetime happened. Today I want to shine a light on the bravery of Justin Jones and Justin Pearson and tell you what I think will happen next. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun 8:21 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 07 Apr 2023 - 1144 - Ep. 784 - This might be the single most outrageous injustice in America right now
Hey Breakdown Crew! We've been rocking together now for over 4 years and have gotten SO MUCH good done together. Today is one of those days where I need each of us to show up, OK? Have you heard the name LaKeith Smith? When he was just a 15 year old boy, police shot and killed his best friend, but prosecutors then went and charged LaKeith, who they openly admit was unarmed and non-violent, with his murder. It's an abomination. I already hate the felony murder rule, but I have NEVER seen it applied in this outrageous fashion. LaKeith was then sentenced to nearly 70 years in prison after police shot and killed his friend. And I have promised his dear mother, Tina, that we would raise enough money for her to take off of work for the next year so that she can fight full time to get her son free. Please, go now to my Instagram page, and CLICK THE LINK IN MY BIO to chip in. We're already past 50% of the goal but predict we need 1,800 more donors to cross the finish line. Let's do this! To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 06 Apr 2023 - 1143 - Ep. 783 - Let me tell you what I know about Manhattan's District Attorney, Alvin Bragg
Far right conservatives in this country have been allowed to define the narrative about who the DA that's prosecuting the leader of their cult, Donald Trump. They are saying that Alvin Bragg is a far-left radical. That he is doing what he's doing because he wants to interrupt Trump's ability to become President. That he is loyal to Joe Biden.But all of that is bogus. Lies. Let me tell you who he really is. I've known him for the past 10 years. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 05 Apr 2023 - 1142 - Ep. 782 - On the day of Trump's arrest, let me tell you the SECOND most important news story. It's pretty damn urgent.
Should Trump be the focus of the news 24/7? Of course not. But I understand why having the former president placed under arrest would dominate the news today. The problem is two-fold, though. It's going to dominate the news for weeks and months to come, even when it shouldn't, because it's clearly good for their ratings. And when Trump becomes the primary focus of the news, VERY VERY important stories end up not being told. Like what's happening in the Tennessee legislature as we speak. It's one of the closest things to fascism we've ever seen. At least 3 duly elected Democratic State Representatives are about to literally be removed from their positions because they participated in a peaceful protest about gun control. First their key cards were disabled and now legislation has been drafted to remove them from the legislature...permanently. It's a scary thing - and makes me very concerned about the path we might be going down right now. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 04 Apr 2023 - 1141 - Ep. 781 - White men LOST THEIR MINDS when a Black woman athlete did the same thing they celebrated a white woman for
I hate to say this, but racism is so deeply ingrained into every fiber of this nation's being that it seems like no matter how hard some of us try, we just can't escape it. And sure enough, it reared its ugly head last night during the NCAA Women's Basketball Championship. Today I'll break it all down, but if you hadn't heard, the basics are this: A star white player for Iowa has talked MAJOR trash all year and been celebrated for it - no matter how brash, crass, or over the top it was. But when a rival player from LSU talked that same brash trash right back to her, white folk simply lost their minds. The double standard was brutal. And it was just a painful reminder that even when we are seeking a form of escapism through sports, that bigotry is just lurking right their beneath the surface. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 03 Apr 2023 - 1140 - Your Investments are (Probably) Funding Gun Violence
Today, we're excited to feature "The Momentum Advisors Show" with Allan Boomer and Tiffany Hawkins. In this show, you'll gain valuable insights into financial literacy, empowerment, decision-making, and achieving financial freedom. We can't wait for you to hear it! In the aftermath of mass shootings, many Americans want to do something--anything--to help but, feel helpless. Petitions, donations and voting are all clear ways to start a path towards change but there is a very effective and immediate impact you can have from the comfort of your living room: changing your investments. Most investors are completely oblivious to how they are--and have been--funding gun production and warfare through their retirement accounts and investment portfolios. On this episode we tell you exactly how to uncover if/where this applies to you and how to defund these organizations in real time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sun, 02 Apr 2023 - 1139 - Building a Socially Responsible Portfolio
Today, we're excited to feature "The Momentum Advisors Show" with Allan Boomer and Tiffany Hawkins. In this show, you'll gain valuable insights into financial literacy, empowerment, decision-making, and achieving financial freedom. We can't wait for you to hear it! The terms "ESG", "socially responsible" and "impact investing" are ongoing buzzwords in the financial services industry. But what does it all actually mean? Regardless of the confusing industry jargon, the essence of it all is aligning your portfolio with your values—without sacrificing returns. More than that, it presents greater opportunity for you to see stronger returns. On this episode, we teach you how to do it whether you're dealing with a financial advisor, HR department or you self-manage your investments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, 01 Apr 2023 - 1137 - How we are able to do what we do
Every single day of the week, I have friends that work for the NY Times, CNN, MSNBC, and other major news outlets that tell me the same story. It goes something like this: "Shaun, I would get fired if I said what you say. We can't call out the Apartheid of Israel. We aren't even allowed to call it Palestine. We can't call out the Democratic Party and we damn sure can't call out Joe Biden. And time and space are RARELY made to cover police violence and white supremacy like you do." That right there, is why we have this podcast. It's why we started The North Star. And it's WHY I am asking you to PLEASE become a new paid member to support our work TODAY! For the next 31 days we are going to be fighting, kicking, scratching, clawing our way to get just 6,000 NEW PAID MEMBERS @ TheNorthStar.com and I am asking YOU, yes you, to join us. We simply won't be able to continue doing what we do without hitting that goal! If you have ever enjoyed this podcast, my articles, or anything good you see me doing in the world, please become a member now @ TheNorthStar.com.You can join for as little as $8. You can cancel anytime. You can become a monthly or annual member. And all of what you pay goes to underwrite the cost of our staff, our hardware, our software, and all of the other costs of doing what we do. We are only able to be so damn fearless because we aren't funded by big corporations. We aren't funded by big investors or funds. We are FULLY INDEPENDENT. So, get us closer to our goal and join today @ TheNorthStar.com! Love and appreciate you all! Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 31 Mar 2023 - 1136 - Ep. 780 - A horrible fire at an immigration detention center on the American border killed 40 immigrants
While it's HUGE news around the world, it's hardly gotten any coverage here in the United States. Right on the border with the US, where the United States is refusing to allow immigrants in, a new crisis is forming in Mexico. Thousands of immigrants that expect to be seen and processed in the United States are piling up in Mexico, which is not remotely prepared to house them. So, in a makeshift jail on the American border, nearly 40 immigrants, including, men, women, and children were all burned to death in a completely preventable fire. It's a human rights catastrophe. And it was completely preventable. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 30 Mar 2023 - 1135 - Ep. 779 - It turns out the Nashville school shooting could've possibly been stopped if this one single law was in place
We just learned late last night that the shooter in Nashville purchased an astounding 7 guns, including multiple assault rifles, from 5 different stores across Tennessee, and loaded up on tons of ammunition... all while being treated and evaluated for severe mental health issues. And no red flag was raised. WHY? Because conservatives in Tennessee fought against all red flag laws and made it one of the easiest places IN THE WORLD to purchase guns. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 29 Mar 2023 - 1134 - Ep. 778 - An honest conversation on why it's so hard to stop school shootings in America
It happened again. Yet another school shooting in America. Over and over and over again. We keep seeing them. They rips schools and communities apart. And as always, nothing substantive gets done about it. Today I want to push the conversation forward some and try to expound on WHY nothing gets done on this issue. It's not as simple as we make it out to be. It's not just the NRA. It's much deeper. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 28 Mar 2023 - 1133 - Ep. 777 - Why protests against the far-right government of Israel are bittersweet
As it stands right now, Israel might have the single most conservative government in the world. It's partly what allows them to oversee such a despicable system of Apartheid. But as we speak, protests have completely brought the entire country to a standstill. People are resigning from government jobs, businesses are shutting down, flights are being canceled - all because the far-right government is trying to change the laws to allow them to completely take over the judiciary. I support the protests. Injustice anywhere is always a threat to justice everywhere. However, it's wild knowing that these same people protesting have never protested with this much vigor against the Apartheid in their nation. And that if Palestinians came close to protesting like this, they'd be shot and killed. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 27 Mar 2023 - 1132 - A special crossover episode with Momentum Advisors!
On today's special episode of The Breakdown I want to introduce to some of you, and reintroduce to others, my dear friends Allan Boomer and Tiffany Hawkins of Momentum Advisors who give some of the smartest financial advice around. At The North Star we are proud to produce The Momentum Advisors show and today we are playing a full episode for you to check out. They are amazing. My wife and I learn so much from them each and every week and know you will too. You can listen to their podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and subscribe there for free by searching for "Momentum Advisors." Please also leave a great review for them, OK? Episode Title: The Mis-education (of All of us) "The Mis-education of the Negro, written in 1933, describes how the educational system in America was designed to teach Black people that we are inferior. Leveraging quotes from the book, we explore ALL of the ways we ALL have been Mis-educated in regards to careers, achievement, entrepreneurship and wealth-building." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 24 Mar 2023 - 1131 - Ep. 776 - Alabama just agreed to spend $1 BILLION DOLLARS on a new mega-prison.
Listen - they have money for what they believe in. They make money magically appear for the things they actually care about. If you ever want to know the true heart and priorities of a person (or company or government) just look at their budget. Period. And in a state that is STRUGGLING to cover healthcare costs and educational costs, suddenly they have a billion dollars to spare on mass incarceration. Today, I'm going to unpack and explain just how corrupt this all actually is. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 23 Mar 2023 - 1130 - Ep. 775 - Why conservatives are melting down at the thought of Donald Trump being held accountable for his crimes
I thought conservatives were the party of "law and order," right? But if that was the case, why would they be melting down at the mere possibility of Donald Trump being held accountable for his obvious crimes? The answer is obvious - when they call for "law and order" they mean it mainly for African Americans and immigrants of color. They don't actually love police. It's why they had no problem beating the life out of police all over the Capitol - and refused to honor any of the police that stood up against Trump supporters. They only love police when they are arresting or even killing Black folk. Anything else goes against their core values. And having an African American District Attorney, Alvin Bragg, holding Trump accountable is causing their brains to be overloaded. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 22 Mar 2023 - 1129 - Ep. 774 - I have ONE QUESTION for conservatives that gets to the heart of white privilege and white power
As their dear leader is nearing arrest, I have one simple question for conservatives. And I think this question gets to the heart not only of who they are, but what they actually believe about law and order, mass incarceration, policing, and so much more. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 21 Mar 2023 - 1128 - Ep. 773 - 3 things to know about Donald Trump's impending arrest
It appears that Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, is going to be arrested this week. Like most of you, I'll believe it when I see it, but it does indeed appear as if this is about to happen. I have at least 3 things I want you to know about this case and the likely arrest that's going to follow. It could get dangerous. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 20 Mar 2023 - 1127 - Ep. 772 - The State of Tennessee stole all 5 kids from a Black couple after a traffic stop. A month later, the state still has the kids, including a breastfed baby.
Exactly 1 month ago today, a wonderful Black couple and their 5 sweet babies, were traveling from Georgia to Chicago for a family funeral when they were pulled over by Tennessee Highway Patrol on a bogus traffic stop for "staying in the left lane and not actively passing someone." In other words, driving while Black. The children, which include a newborn, a 2 year old, a 3 year old, a 5 year old, and a 7 year old were asleep in the back. Police then arrested the father for possession of a tiny amount of weed - a misdemeanor - that is legal in much of Georgia but not Tennessee - and instructed the mother to drive to the local "justice center" to bail out the father. When the mother got there, it was a trap. Police and Child Protective Services surrounded her and forcefully took all of her kids, including her breastfed baby. My blood is boiling just typing these words. Police had lied and said the mother was arrested and called Child Protective Services to get the children. But she wasn't under arrest and had committed no crime. That was a month ago - and the state STILL has their kids. Let me unpack and explain it.To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 17 Mar 2023 - 1126 - How do we measure success for Black America?
In this throwback episode, we revisit the important question of how to measure success for Black America. Together, we'll explore the metrics that really matter when it comes to moving our community forward. Is it home ownership? Is it college education? Is it the number of people killed by police or incarcerated? Or is it wealth? We'll delve into the outcomes and numbers that truly show whether we're making progress as a people. Join us as we re-examine this critical issue and consider the 5-10 things we should be fighting for to achieve a better future for all. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 16 Mar 2023 - 1125 - Ep. 771 - 3 reasons we struggle to build the systems and structures that produce deep, lasting change
Last night, I was up late thinking about what appears to be a horrible case of injustice deep in Mississippi. Hours earlier I was thinking about a horrible case of injustice in Buffalo. And hours before that, and before that, and before that I was being contacted about egregious cases of injustice from coast to coast. And I felt a bit overwhelmed, in great part, because it appears to me that the problems we hate the most seem determined to stay here forever. Why is that? Today I want to unpack and explain 3 reasons we struggle to build the systems and structures we actually need to produce deep, lasting change. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 15 Mar 2023 - 1124 - Ep. 770 - I am fundamentally anti-war, but I think my take on Ukraine might surprise you.
War is hell. And the war in Ukraine is no different. Russia has already created nearly 10 million Ukrainian refugees. Entire towns have been destroyed. Tens of thousands if not hundreds of thousands of people have been killed. That's ALWAYS what war does. But I think my take on this war might surprise you. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, 14 Mar 2023 - 1123 - Ep. 769 - Nah, Silicon Valley Bank SHOULD NOT Be Bailed Out. Hell no!
As the executives of Silicon Valley Bank privately rushed to give themselves their annual bonuses and sell their stock in the company, the general public had NO IDEA the bank was about to crash. It's one of the largest single banks to crash in American history. And in some ways Silicon Valley Bank not only knew it was going to happen, they helped cause it by alerting their biggest investors, who in turn told of their friends to take all of their money out of the bank as soon as they could - which caused it to literally collapse overnight. Now, the same people that refuse to bail out Americans that need student loan debt relief or universal healthcare are saying the federal government should bail out this bank. HELL NO! Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, 13 Mar 2023 - 1122 - Ep. 768 - 2023 is now on pace to be the deadliest year ever measured for police violence, but the media is nearly silent
With the exception of the police murder of Tyre Nichols, can you name even ONE other victim of police violence from this year? That’s by design. Today I’ll explain why. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, 10 Mar 2023 - 1121 - Ep. 767 - The Democratic Party just betrayed Black people in the worst way possible
Am I surprised? No. But am I disgusted down to my bones? Absolutely. After begging and pleading for Black votes... After wearing Kente cloth and taking a knee for injustice in America... After marching and protesting against injustice - the Democratic Party just spit in the face of Black leaders, Black voters, and Black people in general. Let me explain. The Washington DC City Council voted 12-1, in a near unanimous vote, to pass important criminal justice reforms for the city. And I say this with all due respect to the City Council, but the reforms are moderate. They aren't revolutionary or radical. They are basic.DC is a majority Black city. The City Council is a majority-Black body. And suddenly after they passed these reforms, rich white people in the city flipped out. Then conservatives flipped out. And that's an important observation to make, because it was seeing this that caused the conservative media to flip out. Which in turn caused Republicans in Congress to say they were going to do something that has not been done since 1991. They were going to use their power in Congress to overturn the Washington DC City Council. Since DC is not a state, Congress has this weird power, but it's RARELY used. The thing is, they would need Biden and some more Democrats to side with them - and after pressure, they've agreed to do just that. And here's the rub. To get this support, conservatives AND Biden have flat out lied about these reforms - particularly around the issue of carjacking. The reforms took the sentencing for carjacking down from 40 years, which is the highest and harshest in the nation, down to 24 years, which is still the highest and harshest in the nation. And Biden has been parroting Republican talking points saying this is going to make the city less safe. But here's the thing - DC has the harshest sentencing on carjacking in America right now, and it's STILL a problem. Why? Because 40 years for carjacking doesn't solve the problem. I have a whole lot to say. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us.Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, 09 Mar 2023 - 1119 - Ep. 766 - Yesterday NFL teams did something truly dirty to star quarterback Lamar Jackson
My guess is that about 75% of my audience is actually not into the NFL. Let me explain to you why what happened to star quarterback Lamar Jackson yesterday should matter to all of us. It was clearly a case of collusion. It was unethical at best and illegal and racist at worst. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wed, 08 Mar 2023 - 1118 - Ep. 765 - If I could have just one wish in politics it would be this...
As the United States continues the march toward having 400 million people, we are still stuck with an antiquated 2 party system that was created hundreds of years ago. Do you know how many people lived in this country in 1776? 2.5 million people. Cramming 400 million into 2 political parties is preposterous. And it's why almost every developed democracy around the world has at least 4, but sometimes has 10-15 parties - all with members in their congress. If we just had 4 parties, it would at least be a start of more people feeling like they have true political representation. Let me unpack and explain it. To listen to today’s FULL EPISODE of The Breakdown go now to Apple Podcasts or Spotify and search for “The Breakdown with Shaun King.” Subscribe there for FREE and listen to the whole podcast. If you are already on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, please subscribe, listen, share, leave reviews, and listen daily to the entire episode. The more of it you listen to, the better it is for us. Love and appreciate you all. Shaun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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