The WhoDeannyPod

Nov 06 2024 164 ep. 17 mins 2
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This is a free flowing pod centered on history, culture and politics. AKA: Whatever interests us! We're low key , DIY and open to exploration.

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Honoring 1864

Nov 06 2024 4 mins  
The 2024 election brings to mind echoes of the 1864 election. That was a moment in which Americans had a chance to opt out of war. And chose heroically. The Gettysburg Address: https://www.abrahamlincolnonline.org/lincoln/speeches/gettysburg.htm

#BlackFamous!

Nov 29 2021 5 mins  
Michael Harriot asked Black Twitter, “Who is the most ‘blackfamous’ person of all time?” We're going to start our #BlackFamous Series with Billy Dee Williams, someone White folks think they know and someone Black folks LOVE. Enjoy this fun new ride! Billy Dee's IMDB page.

American Infamy. Again.

Nov 19 2021 7 mins  
Some reminders that Kyle Rittenhouse isn't the end; he's another opportunity for beginning. Please know there are no punches pulled in this episode. If you're not ready to hear this one, just save it for later. Connect with us when you can. We're @whodeannypod on Twitter and Facebook. You can also email us@ [email protected]. We truly want to hear your thoughts on this episo

Snap!

Nov 17 2021 6 mins  
Franklin shares some of his thoughts on interacting with strangers in public spaces. Do you have some of the same instant reactions he does? Feel free to connect with us, sharing your own thoughts on this episode via Twitter and FB @whodeannypod and email at [email protected]. We look forward to continuing the conversation!

WPE #1

Jun 30 2021 8 mins  
Check out host Rishab Prakash as he explores the incredible world of Kanye West. Join him for the WEST. POD. EVER.

Reasons For Hope!

Mar 09 2021 4 mins  
What do badges, Confederate symbols, and UFOs have in common? They're part of this short and sweet podcast about undersold stories that should bring us hope! Share your hopeful stories with us through email@ [email protected] or via FB and Twitter @whodeannypod. Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth,” https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/01/04/

Resignation: A Nikki Giovanni Poem

Mar 04 2021 4 mins  
Franklin shares his admiration for a magnificent love poem, Resignation, by Nikki Giovanni. It helps to be a hopeful romantic. Read the whole poem here. https://poets.org/poem/resignation

The NBA at Halftime

Mar 03 2021 9 mins  
At the NBA's regular season halftime, Franklin takes a look at a few continuing lessons from the first half of the season then suggests a couple fun things to look forward to from here on out. This pod is FAN-TASTIC!

Remixing- A Gift from Audre Lorde

Mar 01 2021 5 mins  
Franklin pays homage to Audre Lorde by sharing an important revelation her poetry provides. Here's a hint: poems are temporary.

Coretta Scott King

Feb 25 2021 11 mins  
Franklin takes a 10 minute look at the life and legacy of Coretta Scott King, one of America's greatest social justice warriors. Please share your thoughts with us via email@ [email protected] or on FB and Twitter @whodeannypod.