Host Vanessa Tyler talks about the history of the Crownsville Hospital Center - formerly known as the Hospital For The Negro Insane of Maryland. In 1911, this segregated facility was constructed to treat the mentally ill, but patients were often subjected to medical experimentation, abuse and neglect. Vanessa speaks to Janice Hayes Williams about her mission to create a permanent memorial dedicated to those that died at Crownsville, and were buried in unnamed graves.

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Vanessa Tyler discusses voting rights and voter protection with former Rep. Stacey Abrams and members of the National Bar Association. They detail how several organizations are strategizing and preparing to fight Black voter suppression in the 2024 Presidential Election.

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Vanessa Tyler talks with Lionel Ray Williams and filmmaker Letitia McIntosh about the circumstances surrounding Lionel's conviction for the murder of actor Sal Mineo in 1979. Letitia has produced a documentary, "Unseen Innocence", exploring reports of false accusations and misconduct during the investigation in the hopes of erasing the stigma surrounding Lionel's name and reputation.

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Vanessa Tyler talks with artist, author and cultural influencer, Demegod about social injustice and crime in the Black community. Demegod gives us his thoughts on the causes, shares insight into his personal journey, and what he's doing to help end this plague on our community.

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Vanessa talks with scientists and inventors Jacob Boyle and Darryl Shawn Dixon about MARCo - their Health Assisting Robot Companion. The goal of this unique A.I. robot is early detection of a mental health crisis and to better assist mental health professionals and law enforcement.

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Vanessa Tyler speaks with Dr. Deloris Thomas, president of the Joseph Business School in Chigago as well as alumni about entrepreneurship and creating generational wealth within the Black community.

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Vanessa Tyler talks with author, journalist and critical thinker Edward Sargent about  his strategy for slavery reparations and the inconspicuous history of reparations that exists in the United States.

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Vanessa Tyler investigates the lack of quality care for pregnant women who are incarcerated, and the healthcare deficiencies in our justice system.

Special guest: Kimberly Haven, Executive Director of Reproductive Justice Inside.

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Vanessa Tyler explores the benefits that many African-Americans are realizing by moving from the United States to Africa. Vanessa talks to Capt. Hayford and Rashad McCrorey about this trend. 

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Do Black cops hurt or help the Black community??  Vanessa Tyler talks with investigative journalist Wilbert Cooper of The Marshall Project about law enforcement in America and his book "The Black Shield".

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Host Vanessa Tyler talks about the challenges of being a family caregiver. Guests: Lynette Robinson of LC Consulting & Caregiver Planning, Caryl R. Lucas and Walter Nelson.

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Vanessa Tyler has a conversation with Barbara May about how her journey to discover her roots led her to Central Africa's island of Bioko, and the indigenous Bubi people.

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Host Vanessa Tyler interviews Sgt. Jason Thomas, USMC, a true hero of 9/11. Jason shares his story about rushing into danger to save lives at Ground Zero, and he gives his thoughts on his portrayal in the Oliver Stone movie "World Trade Center". Part 2 of 2.

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Vanessa Tyler talks with journalist Lee Hawkins (Wall Street Journal) about family history and ending the cycle of trauma that Black History can cause.

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Vanessa Tyler discusses the history and the mission of Franklinton Center at Bricks, a former slave plantation transformed into one of the first accredited schools for African Americans in the South. Today, it is a social justice and historical preservation center led by Executive Director Dr. Douglas Wooten.

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Vanessa Tyler takes a deep dive into the history of Black cowboy culture.

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Vanessa Tyler discusses the legacy of A. Philip Randolph and his work with labor unions during the civil rights movement, as a statue is unveiled in his honor.

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Vanessa Tyler has a conversation with Philadelphia's C.J. Rice, who was recently exonerated after serving 12 years in prison for a crime he did not commit.

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Vanessa Tyler speaks with visionary and business mogul Jane Carter about hair care and her new line of products, Jane Carter Evolved.

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Vanessa Tyler talks with world-renowned cardiologist Professor Dr. Ernst von Schwarz  about extending human life expectancy through science and technology, and the social implications of longevity.

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Vanessa Tyler talks with Josephine Wright about her home in Hilton Head, SC and her fight to keep the family property and legacy intact.

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Vanessa Tyler discusses media ownership and it's value to the Black Community with CEO Neil Nelson of Diamond Diaspora Media Group.

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Host Vanessa Tyler talks with human trafficking survivor LaKeisha Walker.

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Host Vanessa Tyler interviews Sgt. Jason Thomas, USMC, a true hero of 9/11. Jason shares his story about rushing into danger to save lives at Ground Zero, and he gives his thoughts on his portrayal in the Oliver Stone movie "World Trade Center". Part 1 of 2.

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Host Vanessa Tyler discusses the impact and the evolution of A.I. on the Black Community.  

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An innocent man shares more about his 31 year prison sentence for a crime he didn't commit and tells the story about the support team that helped to secure his freedom. The Rickey Godfre story. Part 2.

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On Part 1 of a two part episode, Rickey Godfrey shares his amazing story of being jailed for 31 years for a crime he didn't commit.

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Today's episode focuses on the booming interest in true crime, especially cases involving missing or murdered African Americans. It covers the annual CrimeCon convention and highlights efforts by the Black and Missing Foundation to bring more attention to missing blacks. 

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Episode 3 features the incredible story of Adolphus Stroud. In 1928, Adolphus Stroud qualified for the Olympic trials in the 5k race. However, as a Black man he was denied funding and transportation to get to the trials at Harvard Stadium. Undeterred, 19-year-old Adolphus walked over 2,000 miles from Colorado Springs to Cambridge, Massachusetts. His descendant Frank Shines joins Host Vanessa Tyler to share details about Adolphus' journey and the incredible accomplishments of the Stroud family despite the obstacles of racism.

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Episode 2 focuses on HIV rates among black women in America. Host Vanessa Tyler talks to Masonia Traylor, who has been living with HIV for 10 years. Masonia explains that many black women are unaware of the risks of contracting HIV and don't understand safe sex negotiation. She says HIV is stigmatized in the black community, making it difficult for people to get tested or treated. Masonia shares her personal story of contracting HIV from a partner she trusted.

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Episode 1 focuses on the aftermath of gun violence and how it impacts Black communities. It features Vanessa' Tyler's conversation with Wesley Hamilton, a gunshot survivor who became paralyzed from the waist down. Despite his injuries, Wesley was able to turn his life around and start an organization called " Disabled But Not Really " to help others with disabilities. The episode shines a light on the ripple effects of gun violence in Black communities and the resilience of survivors like Wesley.

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Host Vanessa Tyler takes a look at violence against Black women and the recent rise in missing Black women cases. Vanessa speaks with Natalie Wilson - Co-founder and COO of the Black And Missing Foundation Inc (BAMFI) about how they are helping to rectify the racial disparities in media coverage when it comes to missing Black people in America.

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Host Vanessa Tyler examines the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v. Wade resulting in  limited access to abortion, and how it has impacted Black women in The United States.

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After the 2024 Democratic National Convention invoked the memory of civil rights leader Fannie Lou Hamer, host Vanessa Tyler takes a deep dive into the legacy of this legendary voting rights activist.

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Host Vanessa Tyler talks with herbalist Amanda David - founder of The People's Medicine School and Rootwork Herbals in Upstate New York.  Amanda details the struggles her family and farming community have endured for years due to repeated harrassment from a violent and racist neighbor, forcing her to relocate her farming sanctuary.

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Host Vanessa Tyler talks with Newbern, Alabama Mayor Patrick Braxton. Mayor Braxton was elected as Newbern's first Black mayor in 2020, but lawsuits and discrimination kept him from taking office in a town that hadn't held a mayoral election in more than 60 years.

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Vanessa Tyler attends the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, WI and talks to an African American MAGA gear vendor who supports Donald Trump.

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Host Vanessa Tyler contemplates how African American lives would change if we all took the time to discover our ancestry by taking a pilgrimage to Africa.

Guests include:

Dr. Gina Paige, co-founder of African Ancestry.com - a DNA testing and curated travel service.

Shazel Muhammad, CEO of  Eunoia Global and founder of African Link Initiative - a leadership training and coaching firm.

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Vanessa Tyler discusses the legacy of former Harlem Globetrotter, business man and community leader Carl Green. Vanessa covers the street naming tribute to this basketball pioneer and talks with his wife Judith Green about their incredible love story.

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Host Vanessa Tyler contemplates how African American lives would change if we all took the time to discover our ancestry by taking a pilgrimage to Africa. (PART 2)

Guests include:

Dr. Gina Paige, co-founder of African Ancestry.com - a DNA testing and curated travel service.

Shazel Muhammad, CEO of  Eunoia Global and founder of African Link Initiative - a leadership training and coaching firm.

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler recounts the horrific case of Jeanne Whitefeather and Donald Lantz, a West Virginia couple sentenced to prison for child abuse, trafficking and forced labor of their adopted Black children. 

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler has a one-on-one with Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey about the state of our democracy.  They have an honest conversation about the good and the bad regarding the Democratic party, his record-breaking 25-hour speech on the senate floor, and how a resistance to the Trump administration is fueling the future of the party and the country.

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks to author and educator Kimberly Jones about her book, 'Wealthy Blacks Before the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863'. The book helps dispel the myth that Black wealth did not exist in the days of slavery. Kimberly Jones shares information on wealthy business people of color in the 1800's and how they struggled and thrived during that period. The book also examines why many of these stories are relatively unknown and how it relates to the supression of Black History.

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During this Women's History Month, Dr. Vanessa Tyler has a conversation with entrepreneur, TV personality, chef and author Gocha Hawkins. Gocha opens up about overcoming her challenging past and what motivated her to create her own businesses. Through her Gocha Restarant Group she owns breakfast and brunch eateries focused on health concious dining, and a line of food merchandise.  She also has a cookbook, called 'Cooking With Gocha' that features creative breakfast and brunch recipes.

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Host Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks with investigative reporter Marjaan Sirdar about his examination into Target's DEI rollback. Marjaan uncovered an even deeper plol that involves Target and it's unfortunate connection to Minneapolis law enforcement. Part 2 of 2

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Host Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks with investigative reporter Marjaan Sirdar about his examination into Target's DEI rollback. Marjaan uncovered an even deeper plol that involves Target and it's unfortunate connection to Minneapolis law enforcement.

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler continues her conversation with the president of the ACLU and Associate Dean at New York Universtiy School of Law Deborah Archer. Deborah provides insight into how the ACLU and others are fighting against the apparent destruction of our democracy and the dismantling of our civil liberties and equality infrastructure. She discusses past successes through litigation and how they continue to use the law to combat executive orders and mandates that threaten our community. Deborah has also written a book titled "Dividing Lines: How Transportation Infrastructure Reinforces Racial Inequality" that details the role race has played in the U.S. transportation infrastructure over the years. Through city planning, highway building and property evaluations, city officials have used these tools to suppress Black communities and restrict economic growth.

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks with the president of the ACLU and associate dean at New York Universtiy School of Law Deborah Archer. Deborah has written a book titled "Dividing Lines: How Transportation Infrastructure Reinforces Racial Inequality" that details the role race has played in the U.S. transportation infrastructure over the years. After the success of the Civil Rights movement, officials turned to less obvious means to keep Americans divided. Through city planning, highway building and property evaluations, city officials used these tools to suppress Black communities and restrict economic growth.

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Dr. Vanessa Tyler talks with Karen Taylor, founder and Executive Director of 'While We Are Still Here', an organization dedicated to preserving the history of Harlem, NY. The group has an initiative called the 'Signs Of The Times: Harlem Markers Project' where they are installing historic markers around the city to honor events, people and organizations vital to the city of Harlem. Future plans include developing a tourist app, where people can walk the city and the app will show the historical significance of each marker.

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