This week in:

Black Twitter - Ed Reed finds himself without a head coaching job after his recent social media post blasting Bethune-Cookman about campus conditions.

Global Meltdown - Gov. Pritzker leads Illinois into battle over gun rights. How does Pritzker's most recent gun ban effect Illinois? And what comes next?

Chicago Grapevine - Willie Wilson has made this news again but not because he's giving away gas. The Chicago Mayoral candidate recently shared his views on crime during a debate. Find out why his views caused such an uproar.

This week on The Silent Minority

Black Twitter - Dr. Dre reminded Majorie Taylor Greene of who he is. What is with Republicans and using artists' music without their permission?

Global Meltdown - The price of eggs has officially taken our minds off of the price of gas. Is there any relief in site?

Freestyle - Just days after Damar Hamlin's tragic incident on the field, debate about player's well being has sparked up again now that Lamar Jackson confirmed he will not play in the Wild Card playoff game.

Chicago Grapevine - Is Mayor Lightfoot's camp feeling the pressure? Why would representatives of the Mayor solicit campaign help from Chicago Public School students by offering class credit in a move that is possible illegal.

On this week's podcast...

Black Twitter - Gabrielle Union has sparked debate regarding her stance about infidelity in her first marriage. In short, if you pay all the bills you should get a pass on cheating. As we are 2 men, both married to professional women, we believe we have some skin in this game.

Global Meltdown - This week on Global Meltdown, the Republican Party seemed to have trouble coming to a decision on something that is typically just ceremonial. Join us for a discussion on Kevin McCarthy's difficult road to become Speaker of the House and how we as liberals feel it effects us and the Democratic Party.

Freestyle - Tragedy happened during a routine football game which resulted to paramedics having to basically bring a player back to life. See how Skip Bayless' insensitive tweet may have permanently destroyed his professional relationship with his co-host Shannon Sharpe.

Chicago Grapevine - Last but not least, on our Chicago Grapevine we discuss the new watchdog report that has recently come out regarding cases of sexual misconduct within the Chicago Public Schools.

It wouldn't be right to begin 2023 without first looking back at some of the major stories of 2022.

Deion Sanders left many people feeling cheated when he left Jackson St., an HBCU, for the University of Colorado, a PWI.

2022, in one Podcaster's opinion, marked the end of Covid. Not the disease of course, it's still here. Just the end of masks, social distancing, working from home and any other restrictions that were used to get a handle on it.

Kanye did not hold back in 2022. We all finally got a chance to get clarity on who he is and how he thinks.

In February of 2022, Russia made good on its' many threats to invade the Ukraine. It did not go as planned.

Young Thug along with many members of his label were the targets of a RICO case. Prosecutors are attempting to use their rap lyrics as a means to prove their case. Whether Young Thug and his crew are guilty or not, the decision on whether to use the lyrics could have major repercussions on the 1st amendment.

Can't talk about 2022 without discussing the overturning of Roe V Wade. It just appears that Republicans fight harder for what they want than the Democrats that are put in office.

When compared to Marvel, DC is viewed by many as an embarrassment. Can James Gunn right the ship or will DC have to once again go back to the drawing board?

Strap in everyone! Elon Musk has bought Twitter! What does that mean for everyone. The Silent Minority examines what we think will happen when the so called champion of Freedom of Speech takes control.

Whether you agree with Nancy Pelosi's politics or not, there just cannot be room in our society for physical attacks on her or her family. We'll talk about the recent attack on Nancy Pelosi's husband.

So much to discuss. This week we talk about the man crazy enough to actually cheat on Nia Long!

We also dive into the Illinois Safe-T Act to shed some light on some of the rumors centered around cash bail.

Next we attempt to help the media out by discussing Brett Favre and his whole taking welfare money in a state that cannot supply all of its citizens with drinking water.

Lastly we discussed the latest disgusting and equally dangerous TikTok trend involving chicken and Nyquil.

T.I. faces criticism for his comments regarding his son having trouble with the law. Is the criticism justified?

Read more about it by clicking the link:

https://www.complex.com/music/ti-responds-son-king-arrest

The mass exodus of Chicago's aldermen and women is concerning to say the least. See what we think about the biggest turnover of the city council in 80 years.

Read more about the mass exodus of the alderpersons by clicking the link:

https://blockclubchicago.org/2022/09/06/will-more-aldermen-step-down-lightfoot-expects-more-announcements-as-city-hall-faces-great-resignation/

In our 2nd mayoral candidate watch let's take a look at Alderwoman Sophia King. Is she the breath of fresh air that this city needs?

Ald. Sophia King Campaign Page

https://www.friendsofsophiaking.com/

Chicago 4th Ward Map

https://king4thward.com/ward-map

Tiffany Haddish and Aries Spears are in the news for inappropriate skits involving minors.

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/tiffany-haddish-aries-spears-accused-grooming-molesting-siblings-sexua-rcna46006

We also think that this Jackson, Mississippi water crisis is insane.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-62783900

Lastly, we review the record of Frederick Collins. A police veteran running to be the Mayor of Chicago. Find out our thoughts on him.

https://chicagoreader.com/news-politics/the-cop-who-would-be-mayor/

https://collinsformayorofchicago2023.com/