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Stakes is High Podcast

Stakes is High Podcast

Stakes is High is social commentary podcast that discusses everything from being Black in America, guest driven topics, to current events and entertainment. Stakes is High is a real podcast, having real conversations with real people, so join us! Tune in weekly with Jones and TC. Share and subscribe on iTunes and Soundcloud. Keep up with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Email questions, comments or feature requests to: stakesishighpod@gmail.com

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02:01:10

God's Supernatural Gift (Ft. Supernatural) (Ep: 178)

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2019/09/11

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by Freestyle Master Supernatural. Take a listen as SuperNat takes a trip down memory lane from growing up in small town Indiana, moving to New York with only $1000, and the birth of SuperNat the best freestyler in the world. Sit back and enjoy this Hip Hop history. Official Sponsor: American Income Life – Indiana; (The Cunningham Agency) www.ailofindiana.com/careers Be sure to stay connected with The Stakes is High; by following

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01:53:40

You Can't Call Me A Coon (Ft. King K &...

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2019/09/04

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by King K and Brotha2DaKnight from the Drunken Knights Podcast. Take a listen as they discuss if Nessa (Colin Kaepernick's girlfriend) a non black women should be able to give her opinion on black culture. They also discuss the power of words, and the effect it may have on a group of people. Please chime in with comments about these topics and many more! Official Sponsor: American Income Life – Indiana; (The Cunningham

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01:09:36

Why Not Now (Ft. Khirie & Melody) (Ep. 176)

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2019/08/28

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by guest authors Melody Aron and Khirie Williams. Tune in as the group discusses some meaningful content from Melody and Khirie's recent book "Why Not Now?" Revolving around family issues, relationships, and personal growth and development within our culture. Chime in with comments! Official Sponsor: American Income Life – Indiana; (The Cunningham Agency) www.ailofindiana.com/careers Be sure to stay connected with The Stakes is High; by

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01:12:41

How Easily We're Divided (Ep: 175)

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2019/08/21

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC weigh in on Jay Z and the NFL. Has the NFL successfully created division amongst the culture? Why are people in such an uproar about something with so little detail and that doesn’t have a direct affect on their personal life? In addition, they discuss the NYPD; finally firing the officer who choked Eric Garner. Take a listen to these topics and more! Lastly, Jones and TC talk about a crazy scenario. Find out what they would do if faced with the

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01:14:54

You Can Keep Your College Degree (Ep: 174)

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2019/08/08

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC link up to discuss a few concerning topics. First, NCAA has set some new guidelines for agents attempting to work with college athletes considering entering the NBA draft, including the requirement for agents to have a bachelors degree. Was it a bad move on their part or are they simply putting rules in place to protect the students? Secondly, how sensitive are we to others anxieties? Do we project what we're able to handle onto others without considering

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01:12:56

Dad is Stealing My Shine (Ep: 173)

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2019/08/01

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC catch up over a few recent events. Cardi B cancels her Indy concert due to a bomb threat, putting an end to a hot girl summer in Indianapolis, IN. The sad part is, people are really upset over Cardi protecting herself and her fans. Mario Lopez is in the hot seat due to some comments regarding transgender children and how their parents could be exposing them to certain dangers of the world much too early in life. Lastly, are Lebron's antics at his son

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01:21:48

5 Year Old Sponge (Ft. Kahlil Mwaafrika) (Ep: 172)

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2019/07/24

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by Kahlil Mwaafrika an early childhood education expert in the city of Indianapolis. Take a listen as he discusses some of the (mis)information about early learning within our communities. Kahlil explains, that 80% of the brain is developed by time a human is 5 years old. In these short five years children become sponges and soak up information they are presented and become a product of their environment. Please enjoy this very informative

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01:13:00

Coonin' For Likes (Ep: 171)

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2019/07/17

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC discuss the trend of doing idiotic things for social media likes and fame. Why open ice cream in the store, lick it, put it back in the freezer, then post it for social media attention? Why participate in the cucumber challenge, is there no sense of privacy anymore? Jermaine Dupri has made some comments that have upset female emcees, but was he completely off base? Lastly, R. Kelly is facing fed time with new charges... Let’s us know what you

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00:56:59

The Little Mermaid Should Be White (Ep: 170)

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2019/07/10

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC discuss the uproar of the character Ariel in the live-action remake of The Little Mermaid, role being played by Halle Bailey an African America actress. Should the race of a character be changed if it’s already been established in the past? Also, are women judgmental if men are being transparent about their lives? Will you stick with someone when they are at their lowest point in life? Let’s us know what you think. Officisl Sponsor: American Income Life –

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01:33:16

Married, and Sex with Others (Ft. Ana) (Ep: 169)

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2019/07/03

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by Ana, a guest who doesn't believe in monogamy but wants a future marriage and family. Listen in as the trio discuss non-monogamous relationships, their benefits, and sexual freedoms. Are physical relationships and emotional ones separate or do they go hand in hand? Are you willing to emotionally commit to one person but physically be with whomever you choose? Lastly, if you're pregnant don't start fights outside Dollar General, it could end

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01:51:46

Know Me Before You Judge Me (Ft. Eric Dizzy) (Ep. 168)

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2019/06/26

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by Eric Dizzy, host of Ignorant Philosophy and the Black Widow Podcast. Listen in as the trio discuss the black male ego, thin line between arrogance and confidence, prejudging a persons character, and finally the agenda to push the negative stereotype of the absentee black father in America. Please join in with comments during this discussion. This week on the Stakes is High, Jones and TCSponsor of the Month: American Income Life – Indiana;

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01:13:19

My Friend is a Stripper (Ep: 167)

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2019/06/19

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC discuss the excessive force used by police officers towards people of color, following the recent incident that happened with a family in Phoenix after their child walked out the dollar store with a toy. Do you think it was excessive that the police followed the family home and approached their car threatening to shoot over a 99 cent doll? Find out what high profile entertainer is getting involved with this situation and offering legal services. Also, do you

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01:21:38

Journey to Legacy (Ft. Patrick Jones) (Ep: 166)

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2019/06/12

This week on the Stakes is High, Jones is joined by returning guest Patrick Jones. Listen as they discuss his book dedicated to his son and daughter titled, Journey to Legacy Vol. 1: Book of the Training Sword. He discusses how parents can use this book as a resource in giving their kids guidance toward womanhood and manhood. Please take a listen as Patrick drops many jewels. Sponsor of the Month: American Income Life – Indiana; (The Cunningham Agency) www.ailofindiana.com/careers Be sure to

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00:57:24

We Know How They See Us (Ep: 165)

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2019/06/05

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01:21:02

Hood Loyalty (Ft. Terrance Anderson) (Ep: 164)

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2019/05/22

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by singer and songwriter @terranceandersonfive. Listen as the three discuss how remaining a part of a negative environment can have a lasting effect on future generations. Are we loyal to our "hoods" for clout, acceptance, or is it a learned behavior? Is there a reason why we glorify our struggles and are we the only culture to do so? Lastly, Lil Nas X is having a great run despite being removed from the Billboard Country Charts, but what are

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01:27:55

The Missing Brick (Ft. Que & Tandy) (Ep: 163)

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2019/05/15

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by guests Tandy, and the owner of @themissingbrickindy, Indy’s first 21+ Pizza Joint, Que. Listen as the group discuss the troubles of entrepreneurship, believing in your brand, and sticking to your vision. Is it wise for a business owner to adjust the focus of their business based on the feedback of patrons? Are you limiting yourself as a business owner by not catering to everyone, and being exclusive? Lastly, what can we do differently to get

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01:15:18

Crabs In The Barrel (Ep: 162)

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2019/05/08

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC discuss cultural holidays and why other cultures choose to celebrate them, the "crabs in a barrel" mentality within our communities, and Brooklyn Nets point guard D'Angelo Russell being the Idiot of the Week. Do you know why we celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Do you think wearing sombreros and taco t-shirts are an appropriate representation of the culture or holiday? Also, why do we feel the need to be the "one" that makes it out of the hood instead of working as a

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01:32:47

Religion, Race, and Relationships (Ft. Tina & Tracey)...

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2019/05/01

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by first-time guests Tina and Tracy. Tune in as the group discusses the difficulties in balancing religion and today's common relationship practices. Are some of the things we're comfortable with today causing us to stray away from religious or cultural beliefs? Do interracial relationships and blended families mean that you value your own culture less? Also, what's so bad about a Houston high school principal enforcing a dress code for parents on

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01:07:48

Don't Get Comfortable With Your Insecurities (Ep: 160)

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2019/04/24

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC discuss the value of men/women stepping in and raising a child as their own. Also, in this episode, are insecurities sometimes used as a security blanket? Have you ever made fun of yourself in order to mask what you are insecure about? Take a listen to these topics and much more. Be sure to stay connected with The Stakes is High; by following @stakesishighpod on FB, IG and Twitter. Send comments, feedback and feature request to

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00:52:29

Dog, You Been Raped? (Ft. Brotha2daKnight) (Ep: 159)

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2019/04/17

This week on Stakes is High; Brotha2daKnight, makes a guest appearance to defend his statement that caused him to get idiot of the week. Take a listen as the fellas continue to discuss what are men and women's greatest values. Also, in this episode the fellas discuss the fear of dying young. If death were to suddenly knock at your door, have you lived the life you wanted to live? Are you happy with what you've accomplished thus far? Do we spend too much time worrying about what we want to

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