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Black Beat Podcast

Led by Flossin Media’s CEO & Editor in Chief John Washington, Black Beat takes his unapologetically Black approach to each discussion for a deep dive into the core issues that have historically divided us all. Our featured converses will include local, regional and national Black news-makers representing views from the hood, to the boardroom and beyond in order to disrupt the traditional “white noise” and bougie rhetoric. Episodes will also feature other Flossin Media/Magazine writers who are

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00:42:12

US Bank - Amanda Martinez

Black Beat Podcast ·

2023/01/17

Tune into this, and each episode of Black Beat, where we take pride in improving people's perceptions of capability, significance and influence in their lives and in their communities. We want to hear from you. For more unapologetically Black stories and inspirational media coverage of capable, significant and influential motivators in our community, follow us on social media and send us your thoughts: Phone: (503)-841-5032 Email: info@flossinmedia.com Website: https://www.flossinmedia.com IG:

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00:43:10

The Mind of a Next Level Communicator, Insights from...

Black Beat Podcast ·

2023/01/17

This episode of Black Beat features a discussion on equal education access and the recent changes of higher education. Our featured guest is Dr. Roger Thompson, the Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management at the University of Oregon. Dr. Thompson's career background includes work towards equal educational access for the University of Indiana and University of Alabama. He's also earned the Robert Vance award, named in recognition of the leadership provided by federal judge

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00:44:21

A Change is Coming. The I-5 Rose Quarter Project

Black Beat Podcast ·

2023/01/17

This episode of Black Beat features a discussion on the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project. Our featured guests are Dr. Steven Holt and DeAngelo Moaning. Dr. Holt is the principal of Try Excellence, LLC, providing equitable solutions to challenges in current policies and systems. DeAngelo Moaning is the Chief of Staff at Raimore Construction and the Community involvement Coordinator for Public Engagement efforts. Dr. Steven Holt and DeAngelo Moaning are long-time influencers for Portland's equity

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00:31:15

Earth Allies In Motion: Interview with Dr. Adrien...

Black Beat Podcast ·

2022/09/14

In this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Portland Community College's first permanent female President, Dr. Adrien Bennings, joins our host, John Washington, to discuss PCC's role in the community as part of the environmental justice and climate change awareness campaign, #EarthNeedsAllies. Dr. Adrien Bennings joined Portland Community College in the summer of 2022 as the college’s eighth president, making her PCC’s first permanent female president in its history.Before coming to Portland, she

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00:30:03

Keeping the Light on for You: Interview with Bob...

Black Beat Podcast ·

2022/09/07

This is the second episode of Black Beat Podcast's special series on Environmental Justice #EarthNeedsAllies. A collaboration between Flossin Media and the Soul District Business Association to highlight the SDBA's annual fundraising event, the MLK Dream Run. This month long series highlights the people and organizations who are top notch Allies of the Earth through stewardship, education and service. In this episode of the Black Beat Podcast, Pacific Power Regional Business Manager, Bob

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00:30:26

Earth Rising: Interview with Sam Baraso, Executive...

Black Beat Podcast ·

2022/09/07

This is the first episode of Black Beat Podcast's special series on Environmental Justice #EarthNeedsAllies. A collaboration between Flossin Media and the Soul District Business Association to highlight the SDBA's annual fundraising event, the MLK Dream Run. This month long series highlights the people and organizations who are top notch Allies of the Earth through stewardship, education and service. Withbroad experience in environmental management, economics. In this episode of the Black Beat

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00:32:18

The Black Cloud Over Tech Confidence interview with...

Black Beat Podcast ·

2022/06/06

This episode of Black Beat features a discussion on the inclusiveness of Blacks within the technology culture. Our featured guest is Kamau Rogers the Founder of MK-DATA, LLC which is a cybersecurity startup designed to help educate and protect small companies from cyber risks. Rogers’ core career background includes 4 decades within the Advance Systems engineering world working as a consultant for major companies in Silicon Valley and tech startup companies like PacTel Connections, Ungermann Bass

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00:34:30

James Taylor Dreams A Little Dream with Vanport On...

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/08/07

A conversation with James Taylor the Founder of the Vanport Jazz Festival in Portland, Oregon Former banker and current civil servant and community organizer, James Taylor, brings a long and illustrious history and exciting plans for the Vanport Jazz Festival to this episode of Black Beat. After growing up in Mississippi and relocating to Portland, Mr. Taylor served on the Oregon State Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision, The Oregon Youth Authority and has worked for over 30 years as a

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00:23:52

Tony Devine | Aruba Juice

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/07/30

When it comes to living examples of what is possible when one tunes into the power of the Spirit, Mind and Body, Tony Devine stands head and shoulders above the crowd. As the creator of the revolutionary wellness drink, Arubah Juice, Mr. Devine has devoted his life to helping people realize their potential to heal themselves.

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00:53:22

Norman Sylvester - Boogie Cat

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/07/30

Growing up in the segregated south, Sylvester enjoyed a childhood filled with beauty and natural wonders that often seemed worlds apart from the gruesome reality on the other side of the property line. “I always tell my kids I was born in paradise because we would take off our shoes and run over that dirt with butterflies and hummingbirds and fruit,” he said with a smile. “Anything that you could've wanted is on that land. She farmed cotton and sugarcane and went to church every Sunday. My Mom and

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00:35:24

Mimi Abdulai - Out of Africa: Angolans In Oregon

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/07/30

On this episode of Black Beat Podcast, Mimi Abdulai, President of the Angolan Community Organization of Oregon(ACOO) illuminates the work of the nonprofit organization, whose main focus is to build solidarity and friendship between Angolan immigrants and the diverse Portland communities where they reside. The organization's work centers around raising awareness and preserving the cultural and humanitarian purposes of Angola through education and outreach geared towards understanding and uniting with

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00:28:15

Ekua Hackman - Common Law - Black Beat Podcast

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/07/30

This episode of Black Beat welcomes Ekua Hackman, an attorney with a passion for serving as an advocate for an ever growing elderly population in America. She currently works providing unbundled and full service estate planning and probate services to residents of historic N/NE Portland in order to help them retain assets and property via the Homeownership Asset Preservation Program ("HAPP"), the African American Alliance for Homeownership ("AAAH") and the City of Portland Housing Bureau.

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00:30:46

Johnny Huff⎜Room For Everyone At the Table

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/04/15

Join community luminaries, Johnny Huff and John Washington for an energizing episode of Black Beat. Founded in 2017, Everybody Eats PDX is a labor of love produced byChef Johnny and his business partner, Chef Marcell Goss. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, both graduated culinary school locally and have built an eatery that has garnered a reputation for giving back to the community in ways big and small.Fromfood locally sourced using the finest Oregon/Washington ingredients, to Huff and Goss'

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00:35:38

Renee Mitchell ⎜Spreading the Black Joy Virus

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/04/03

Today’s Black Beat is honored to introduce local celebrity and Pulitzer Prize nominated Writer and Speaker, Educator, Performer, and ”Creative Revolutionist”, Renee Mitchell. As an expert trainer in Youth Empowerment, Trauma-Informed Practices and Social Emotional Learning from a heART-centered, culturally relevant framework, Ms. Mitchell is also the visionary behind Spreading the Black Joy Virus and the I Am M.O.R.E. youth development program. According to her website profile at

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00:46:09

Marquise Johnson-Bey⎜Abstract Visionz

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/04/03

This episode of Black Beat features local artist, entrepreneur and Deputy Sheik of the Moorish Science Temple, Marquise Johnson-Bey. Born and raised in Portland, he got his start capturing basketball games with legendary Harlem Globetrotters, Les “Pee Wee” Harrison and Meadow “Meadowlark” Lemon. After years building a reputation as an unforgettable artist, photographer, videographer, textile designer and all around creative, Johnson-Bey started an online website platform for artists under his

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00:23:32

Jeanette Ward-Horton⎜Turning Over A New Leaf

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/04/03

Want to get current on the state of Cannabis Equity in Oregon? Don't miss this episode of Black Beat where we welcome Executive director for the NuLeaf Project, Jeanette Ward-Horton to the show. Under Horton's leadership, NuLeaf Project’s work is specifically designed to address the three most common equity hurdles for all marginalized groups when starting a business or a professional career: capital, education/exposure, and connection. Horton describes the organization's work and funding sources

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00:32:31

Easy McCoy⎜Entity in the House

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/04/03

Musical legend Michael Greene, aka Easy McCoy, joins Black Beat host, John Washington for an unforgettable glimpse into the 20+ year career of one of Portland’s premier hip-hop artists. Raised on the mean streets of Seattle's Yesler Terrace neighborhood, Easy McCoy has spent over 2 decades writing, publishing, performing and producing his music. His new endeavor, Entity music group, is focused on helping young artists seeking to forge pathways in the music industry and gives them opportunities to

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00:44:12

De'shawn Hardy | BRIDGE OVER TROUBLED WATERS

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/02/27

In this moving episode, De’Shawn Hardy, CEO of De’Shawn Hardy Ministries, shares wise counsel, words of comfort and what he is doing to help people navigate through these dark and troubling times. A dynamic speaker and spiritual leader in the community, Minister Hardy is known as one blessed with an innate ability to meet and connect with people on their own levels. Some of the topics he covers with our show’s host, John Washington, include: ● His background ● Inspiration for choosing a vocation as

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00:47:29

Towanda Perry | NWAA: Straight Outta Used Car Sales

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/02/27

For a truly inspirational, motivational experience, don’t miss this episode of Black Beat Podcast, where Towanda Perry, owner and founder of NW Affordable Autos (NWAA), shares an unforgettable glimpse into her journey from tragedy to triumph and invaluable insights into how she has endured to become a capable, significant and influential force in the community. Sitting down with our host, Flossin CEO and Editor-in-Chief, John Washington, Ms. Perry reveals: ● Love, incarceration and the ultimate

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00:44:01

Eric Ward | Not My Mama’s Civil Rights Movement

Black Beat Podcast ·

2021/02/27

On this episode of Black Beat, our host, John Washington leads a spirited interview with our guest, Eric K. Ward. Mr. Ward is the current Executive Director of Western States Center, an organization known as a national hub for innovative responses to white nationalism, antisemitism, and structural inequality. Working nationwide to strengthen inclusive democracy so all people can live, love, worship and work free from fear, he also brings a uniquely innovative musical approach to fighting the good

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