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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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01:04:38

United States of ATL (Ft. Willie Hyn) (Ep: 218)

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2020/06/17

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by Atlanta recording artist, @WillieHyn. Listen as the trio discuss Will's upbringing, his influences in music, and what it means to be from East Atlanta. Music to acting to comedy, Hyn is a well-rounded entertainer claiming his spot in a number of industries by spreading the message of love and positive vibes. Sadly, the country witnessed another black man being killed by the police, this time in Atlanta, GA. As protests and riots had begun to

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01:12:07

From Porn to Social Work (Ft. Aryana Starr) (Ep: 217)

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2020/06/10

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by retired adult film actor, Aryana Starr. Listen as the trio discuss some of the misconceptions of the porn industry and sex workers. Inequality in pay depending on race and family secrets are a just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the interesting world of adult film stars. You'd think someone who's worked in that industry wouldn't have relationship issues, right? Is there a chance for finding love after porn? Tune in, like, comment, and

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01:05:27

Always Bet On Yourself (Ft. Anthony Calhoun) (Ep: 216)

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2020/06/03

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by Indy's own, Anthony Calhoun @acwish8 of @wishtv8. Listen as we discuss Anthony's career, upbringing, and inspiration that lead him to the world of sports news. From growing up in the diverse neighborhoods of Evansville, IN, to inspiring the youth during a time of nationwide protests and a global pandemic. We all have a responsibility to use our platforms for good. Tune in, like, comment, and share!

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01:47:11

Politics As Usual (Ft. Marko) (Ep: 215)

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2020/05/27

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by returning guest Marko @sir_marko_rocks, for a chat over politics. Former VP Joe Biden, recently claimed during an interview that African Americans who are considering voting for President Trump in the upcoming election “ain’t black." Warm weather had locals at the Ozarks forgetting about social distancing this holiday weekend, enjoying an epic pool party. Lastly, the Jagged Edge/112 Verzuz battle wasn't as great as everyone wanted it to be, but

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01:24:07

I'm Training Them Boys Right (Ft. Lex) (Ep: 214)

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2020/05/20

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by returning guest Lex of @thefreespacepodcast. Tune in as the trio discusses the outrage over recent comments shared on social media by rapper, Boosie Badazz, admitting to paying a grown woman to give his underage sons and nephews oral sex. He claims to be preparing the young boys for the real world, but does he truly have then children's best interest at heart? Would Boosie provide the same experience for his daughters? Tune in, like, comment,

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01:06:31

I Have The Right To Live (Ft. Jesse) (Ep: 213)

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2020/05/13

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by returning guest Jesse, for a quick discusion on recent firearm involved events that sadly resulted in the loss of life. You would think that taking a jog through the neighborhood would be safe, but that doesn't seem to be the case for people of color across America. Racism is alive and well, just conceald to hide in plain sight and could be as close as your neighbor. Tune in, like, comment, and share!

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01:19:53

Might As Well Vote For Trump (Ep: 212)

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2020/05/06

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC discuss voting and the black agenda and the power of our vote. Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs thinks we need to set demands rather than voting blindly, and if we don't, we're better off on holding our vote? Is holding our vote a smart move or problematic? Also, we got some 70-degree weather over the weekend and people were out, but not in the safest way. Are states making the wrong call by choosing to slowly open up their businesses? Tune in, like,

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01:06:18

Support The Crazy (Ep: 211)

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2020/04/29

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC discuss what support looks like. Do we need a support system in order to be successful? Why is it that the easiest ways to support are often overlooked by those closest to you? Last, it seems that a local USPS worker could have been shot over a stimulus check dispute. Tune in, like, comment, and share!

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01:10:15

I Like My Cereal Mixed (Ep: 210)

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2020/04/22

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC catch up over a few new topics. Listen as they discuss how our current COVID situation has us finding new sources of indoor entertainment. Teddy vs Babyface broke Instagram, Jordan took us back to the 90's, and generic cereal is just as good as name brand. Friends... how many of us have them? Tune in, like, comment, and share!

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01:11:31

Hell Is A Ghetto Strip Club (Ep: 209)

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2020/04/15

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC catch up over a few new topics. Listen as they discuss how this week's Idiot ruined his career over a video game, how Trump is misleading the country, and how COVID-19 is effecting people's faith. Do you ever use the n-word with your pals on a video game? How are you praying during the COVID crisis? Are you giving thanks or asking for what you need? Tune in, like, comment, and share

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01:09:55

Finances or Infidelity (Ep: 208)

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2020/04/08

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC catch up over a few new topics. Listen as they discuss how Coronavirus has people losing their minds and having full parades in the middle of a pandemic? It has been recently shared that African-Americans are ranking #1 in coronavirus cases and mortality, but why? Is it ignorance, selfishness, or is there something more? Lastly, would you forgive a spouse who cheated before you forgive the one that ruined family finances? Tune in, like, comment, and

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01:06:19

Legends Never Die (Ep: 207)

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2020/04/01

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC catch up over a few new topics. Listen as they discuss how Coronavirus is hitting close to home to many of us, what adjustments we need to continue to make to protect ourselves, and how the economy is taking a hit as jobs are being lost and businesses are closing. Secondly, it's been a year since Nipsey passed, are we still running his marathon? What have we done to better our communities? And last, hear how Jones played himself trying to support some young

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01:22:30

Andrew Gillum For Vice President (Ep: 206)

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2020/03/25

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC catch up over a few new topics. Listen as they discuss how generation Z is celebrating spring break during a pandemic, Andrew Gillum's scandal, Club Quarantine, and the Self Made series on Netflix. Is there anything Gen Z takes seriously, other than tech? Is Andrew's career as a politician over? Was the Netflix series on Madam C.J. Walker a hit or a miss? And last, what's the best virtual entertainment you've come across since the COVID-19 situation? Tune

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01:38:33

I Miss The Old Me (Ft. King K) (Ep: 205)

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2020/03/19

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by their brother King K from the Drunken Knights Podcast. Listen as the trio discusses how they've matured over time, distancing the current version of themselves from the previous. How healthy are growth and maturity if it's painful to suppress another version of yourself daily? Does your upbringing as a child determine who you'll be as an adult? Lastly, how soon should you tell someone you're dating that you have an incurable STD? Tune in, like,

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01:12:50

Too Old For A Corona (Ft. Stacey) (Ep: 204)

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2020/03/11

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by first-time guest, Stacey of KoolKid Inc. Listen as the group discusses how black history is taught in schools and the effects it can have on students of different ages and backgrounds. If you could wite the curriculum, what would you include/remove from our history? Also, does old age prevent you from being an effective POTUS? How does a 78-year-old be relatable to a 21-year-old? Lastly, Coronavirus may cause sports stadiums to have empty

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01:20:44

Low Key, I'm Bi (Ft. Tracy) (Ep: 203)

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2020/03/05

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by returning guest Tracy. Listen as the group discusses how we ended Black History Month by Donald Trump being called the first black President, how racism can affect your brand, and transparency while dating. If you're a business owner that's racist, will that mindset hurt or protect your brand? If you're a black-owned business, would you advertise that proudly? Lastly, how soon should you discuss your sexual past with someone you're dating? Tune

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01:08:45

Tech Over Everything (Ft. Taylor Simpson)(Ep: 202)

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2020/02/26

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by new guest Taylor Simpson, CEO and Founder of The Halo App, a peer to peer lending platform for small-dollar loans of $100-$1000. Listen as the group discusses the creation of the Halo App and what spawned Taylor's entrepreneurial spirit, the struggles of starting a black-owned business, and what motivates Taylor and his team to keep creating. Tune in, like, comment, and share!

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01:12:58

Let's Talk Sex (Ft. D. Dowdy & B Michelle) (Ep: 201)

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2020/02/19

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by returning guest D. Dowdy and B. Michelle, hosts of HERspective Podcast. Listen as the group discusses some of the double standards between men and women when it comes to sex? We know that women get judged differently for how they express themselves sexually, but why? Do parents educate their sons differently than their daughters when it comes to sex? Maybe we were left to learn on our own. Tune in, like, comment, and share!

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01:13:10

Time is Non-Refundable (Ft. Nuri Muhammad) (Ep: 200)

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2020/02/12

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC celebrate episode 200; with special guest, Brother Nuri Muhammad. Brother Muhammad is a renowned author and Student Minister of The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan. Brother Muhammad serves out of the Indianapolis Indiana, Mosque #74 Complex. Tune in to hear how Brother Muhammad escaped the street life and became a member and minister of the Nation of Islam. Tune in and join the discussion with comments! Happy 200th Stakes is High!!!!

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01:35:26

Don't Just Look Like Money, Get Money! (Ft. Khirie &...

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2020/02/05

This week on Stakes is High, Jones and TC are joined by returning guest authors Melody Aron and Khirie Williams. Tune in as the group takes a deep dive into some of the content from Melody and Khirie's recent book "Why Not Now?" What are we doing as a community to help prepare future generations to have better opportunities than what we were afforded? Why do we as a culture tend to place more importance on looking successful than being successful? Is social media to blame or is it the way we're

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