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The Truth with Sherwin Hughes

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46:54

9/11/25 11AM Echoes of Impact: 9/11, Then and Now

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2025/09/11

On the anniversary of one of the darkest days in American history, Sherwin takes a powerful and personal look back at September 11th, 2001 — the day that changed everything. In this episode, he reflects on the events of that morning, the lives lost, and the ripple effects still shaping our world decades later.

50:23

9/9/25 9AM From Milwaukee to the Mansion: David...

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2025/09/09

In this episode, Sherwin sits down with Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley for an exclusive first interview since announcing his candidacy for governor. Crowley shares his vision for Wisconsin, his thoughts on economic justice, public safety, education, and how he plans to build bridges in an increasingly divided political climate. It’s a candid, energizing conversation about leadership, legacy, and the road ahead.

48:22

9/9/25 10AM What Free Speech Really Means

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2025/09/09

Sherwin breaks down one of the most misunderstood concepts in American life: freedom of speech. What does the First Amendment actually protect? What isn’t covered? And why do so many people get it wrong?

47:50

9/9/25 11AM Stop-and-Frisk: Trump's Policy, Racial...

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2025/09/09

Sherwin dives into Donald Trump’s renewed calls to expand or legalize stop-and-frisk nationwide—a controversial policing tactic long criticized for targeting Black and Brown communities. Sherwin unpacks the legal roots of stop-and-frisk, its impact on civil liberties, and what it would mean if it were enshrined in federal policy under a second Trump administration. Is this a return to “law and order,” or a backdoor move to legalize racial profiling?

47:02

9/8/25 9AM: Sherwin's Return

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2025/09/08

Sherwin returns and talks about what happened to him.

47:27

9/8/25 10AM: Sherwin's Return Part II

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2025/09/08

Sherwin continues to talk about what happened to him during his absence.

48:24

9/8/25 11AM: Sherwin's Return Part III

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2025/09/08

Sherwin continues to talk about what happened to him and our healthcare system and Trump weaponizing the National Guard.

47:51

9/5/25 10AM Jason Fields Asks: Is Trump a Dictator?

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2025/09/05

In this provocative episode, Jason Fields dives headfirst into a question that’s stirring debate across the country: Is Donald Trump a dictator? From his rhetoric and political moves to the way he challenges democratic norms, Jason breaks it all down and opens the phone lines to hear what you think.

49:14

9/5/25 9AM Jason Fields in for Sherwin Hughes

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2025/09/05

Jason Fields steps in for Sherwin Hughes and brings sharp insight and fresh perspective to today’s pressing issues. Joined by Kyle Wallace for the first hour, the two dive into a range of compelling topics—from local and national politics to economic empowerment, education, and cultural change.

47:42

9/5/25/ 11AM Where Are All the Good Black Kids At?

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2025/09/05

Jason Fields tackles a question that cuts through media narratives and social stereotypes: Where are all the good Black kids at? In a world quick to highlight negativity, Jason flips the script—calling out the lack of recognition for the countless Black youth doing the right things, making progress, and defying expectations every day.

49:01

9/4/25 9AM Voices of Impact: Dr. Ken Harris & Denise...

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2025/09/04

While Sherwin Hughes is away, Dr. Ken Harris and Denise Thomas take the mic to deliver powerful insights, sharp analysis, and unapologetic truth. From politics and race to economics and education, this dynamic duo dives into the pressing issues affecting Milwaukee and beyond.

47:36

9/4/25 10AM Unfiltered Hour: Dr. Ken Harris & Tory...

The Truth with Sherwin Hughes ·

2025/09/04

In Hour 2, Dr. Ken Harris and Tory Lowe step in for Sherwin Hughes with a bold and unfiltered conversation you won’t want to miss. Tackling the real issues facing the community — from justice and leadership to economics and accountability — they bring passion, perspective, and purpose to the airwaves.

47:22

9/4/25 11AM The Power Hour: Dr. Ken Harris & Kyle...

The Truth with Sherwin Hughes ·

2025/09/04

In Hour 3, Dr. Ken Harris and Kyle Wallace bring energy, insight, and straight talk as they fill in for Sherwin Hughes. From cultural commentary to political hot takes, they mix wisdom with wit — challenging the status quo and elevating the conversation.

46:43

8/28/25 11AM Camo Cleanup

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2025/08/28

Sherwin unpacks the unusual scene of National Guard troops—initially deployed under a declared “crime emergency”—performing beautification tasks such as trash pickup, graffiti removal, and groundskeeping in the nation’s capital.

48:07

8/28/25 10AM Trump vs. Obama

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2025/08/28

Sherwin dives deep into the contrasting presidencies of Donald Trump and Barack Obama—two leaders who redefined American politics in radically different ways. From policy and public perception to race, rhetoric, and legacy, Sherwin examines what each figure represents in the broader cultural and political divide.

49:52

8/28/25 9AM Identity, Violence & Mental Health

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2025/08/28

Sherwin explores the tragic case of the transgender shooter in Minneapolis, placing it within the broader context of school shootings and the ongoing national debate around mental health and public safety. With careful attention to facts over headlines, Sherwin discusses the role of identity in media narratives, the mental health crisis impacting youth, and what society can learn—and must address—when it comes to preventing these tragedies.

50:09

8/25/25 9AM After Sundown

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2025/08/25

Sherwin takes a deep dive into the dark legacy of sundown towns—communities that enforced racial exclusion through unwritten rules and outright threats. From the Midwest to the West Coast, these towns once posted signs warning Black Americans to leave before nightfall.

47:29

8/25/25 10AM Sundown Towns: The Legacy Lives On (Part 2)

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2025/08/25

Sherwin returns to the conversation on sundown towns—uncovering more of America’s hidden racial history. In this follow-up episode, he dives deeper into the policies, people, and systems that allowed these all-white communities to exist and, in many ways, still influence the present.

47:16

8/25/25 11AM On the Road with Purpose

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2025/08/25

Sherwin sits down with Wisconsin State Senator Dora Drake for an in-depth conversation about the Wisconsin Black Legislative Caucus Tour

48:58

8/22/25 9AM Fluent Behind the Wheel

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2025/08/22

Sherwin dives into the controversial topic of language expectations for Uber drivers in the United States. Should drivers be required to speak American English fluently to ensure rider safety, communication, and service quality? Or does such a requirement cross the line into cultural bias and discrimination? Sherwin shares personal stories, highlights real rider experiences, and explores the balance between inclusivity and practicality in the gig economy.

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