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Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris

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45:54

3/26/26 4PM: An End

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/26

Dr. Ken breaks down a landmark lawsuit where a jury ruled Meta and YouTube are responsible for designing addictive platforms that harmed a young user—marking a major shift toward corporate accountability in tech. Captain Theil from MPD joins the show to discuss new summer curfew initiatives and what they mean for the community, followed by a recap of that conversation. The hour closes with a bigger question: could this case signal the beginning of the end for social media as we know it?

46:01

3/26/26 5PM: Meta & YouTube are Addictive

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/26

The hour begins with a weather check and the Top 5 at 5, covering major local headlines including job cuts, leadership changes, and a developing homicide investigation in Milwaukee. The conversation returns to the Meta and YouTube lawsuit as callers weigh in, including Todd from Watertown who shares concerns about how everyday people are impacted by the rise of tech and AI. Dr. Ken also explores the companies’ defense and engages with audience reactions before closing with a powerful discussion on

46:16

3/25/26 4PM: Nowhere

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/25

Dr. Ken opened with a powerful message on the difference between acknowledgment and affirmation, highlighting how many people succeed without ever feeling truly seen. The conversation shifted to community concerns, including reactions to recent violence and a call for solutions from Truth Nation. Listeners, including Miss Nikki, Al, and Miss Carolyn, joined in with perspectives on accountability and change. The hour closed with a big question: what are we really going to do to improve the city?

47:25

3/25/26 5PM: They're Failing the Fitness Exam

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/25

The Top 5 @ 5 covered major headlines, from a Green Bay crash involving a revoked license to a proposed Milwaukee mask ban being paused. The discussion then turned to concerns about MPD recruits not meeting fitness requirements, sparking debate and a YouTube poll on whether standards should change. Callers like Jeffery weighed in as the conversation continued around policing and public safety. The show wrapped with a recap of the day’s biggest topics and listener insights.

46:07

3/24/26 4PM: Disconnected

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/24

Dr. Ken delivers a powerful message on leadership and empathy, calling out how quickly tragedy turns into politics. After the death of a young college student, the focus shifts to what truly matters—compassion, accountability, and restoring trust within the community. Listeners weigh in with raw, honest perspectives as the conversation challenges whether anything has really changed over the years when it comes to violence.

46:17

3/24/26 5PM: Ridin' Dirty

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/24

The Top 5 at 5 covers major headlines, from local crime updates to political commentary and corruption cases. The conversation continues with community voices, including reactions to ongoing violence, infrastructure frustrations, and everyday challenges impacting the city. As the show wraps, one question lingers—what will it actually take to create real change?

45:01

3/23/26 4PM: You

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/23

Dr. Ken breaks down the real story behind the weekend violence, focusing on what’s often missing—who’s committing these crimes and why. He outlines three key patterns driving crime, from youth group violence to repeat offenders and opportunistic situations. The conversation challenges listeners to think beyond headlines and toward real, targeted solutions. If crime isn’t random, what does that mean for how we fix it?

46:32

3/23/26 5PM: Money

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/23

From headlines to hard truths, Hour 2 blends news and community voices on crime and safety. The discussion continues with listener reactions, including strong opinions on accountability, prevention, and funding solutions. As calls come in, the conversation stays grounded in one key question: what are we actually willing to do to make our communities safer?

48:32

3/18/26 4PM: Soon and Late

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/18

Dr. Ken Harris talks about the Postal Service going BROKE and his solution to the problem....ruffles some feathers.

48:12

3/18/26 5PM: Fraud

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/18

Dr. Ken does his Top 5 at 5 and shifts to talking about Cesar Chavez renaming. Can you cancel a dead person?

48:53

3/16/26 4PM: Possibilities

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/16

Dr. Ken Harris talks the historic win for Micheal B Jordan as the Academy's Best Actor and talks about his recent health issues...his bad back.

48:00

3/16/26 5PM: “Crazy Weather"

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/16

Dr. Ken Harris opens hour 2 giving his top five at five. Continues the topic of Sinners, Ryan Coogler and Micheal B Jordan winning Sunday night in the Oscar.

45:36

3/10/26 4PM: Freedom First

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/10

Freedom or privacy — which matters more? Dr. Ken challenges listeners to examine how technology, AI, and national security laws like FISA and the PATRIOT Act are quietly redefining both. He reflects on COVID-era policies, post-9/11 surveillance expansion, and whether Americans have slowly normalized losing pieces of liberty. The YouTube chat and callers fuel a spirited debate, with some arguing privacy is expendable while others warn about government overreach. An intense first hour centered on

45:44

3/10/26 5PM: Lift Every Voice

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/10

The 5PM hour kicks off with weather updates before Kyle joins Dr. Ken for a lively back-and-forth about earlier commentary. The Top 5 at 5 covers major headlines, including MPS approving cuts to more than 260 positions, the Milwaukee County Sheriff dropping a facial recognition plan, and a fatal double shooting. Dr. Ken also delivers a Black Fact of the Day highlighting James Weldon Johnson’s thoughts on democracy and the ballot. The conversation circles back to the PATRIOT Act and how surveillance

47:25

3/9/26 4PM: Riiiight...

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/09

Dr. Ken opens the show by revisiting decades of climate change predictions, questioning why past timelines and forecasts missed the mark and explaining why he remains skeptical of the broader narrative. The conversation shifts to local news, including the quiet closure of the Center for Self-Sufficiency amid federal audit and funding challenges. As he engages the YouTube chat, Dr. Ken pivots to cultural priorities — from a suspicious spam text to headlines about Rihanna’s home being shot at — asking

46:46

3/9/26 5PM: Priorities, Pressure & Public Accountability

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/09

Kyle Wallace, host of Truth To Power (12-1PM) joins Dr. Ken for a sports-infused Top 5 at 5, covering headlines from the Packers and Malik Willis’ reported deal to major local crime updates and changes within the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The hour also examines the sudden closure of two Biggby Coffee locations, sparking a larger conversation about why so many Black-owned businesses struggle in Milwaukee and whether economic recovery from COVID ever fully happened. Callers weigh in as Dr. Ken

45:50

3/6/26 4PM: Pop Off Friday

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/06

It’s Pop Off Friday and Dr. Ken wasted no time responding to Kyle’s earlier comments, playing audio and firing back with signature energy. He opened up about how understanding his ADHD has sharpened his self-awareness — and fueled the fire even more. The hour also covered continued job cuts at MPS, sparking a spirited Friday exchange with Sandra, and information about the upcoming community celebration of life for Akuwa C. Dantzler.

46:14

3/6/26 5PM: Rain, Rain Go Away

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/06

The Top 5 at 5 covered everything from storms rolling through the area to a Wisconsin man sentenced for setting fire to a congressman’s office. Dr. Ken also broke down developments in a disorderly conduct case, the impact of Milwaukee’s towing ordinance, and charges in the Aurora Sinai hospital shooting. The second half of the hour shifted to leadership and mentorship as representatives from 100 Black Men — including Milwaukee President Joseph Addison, Midwest Representative Andre Givens, and

46:59

3/5/26 4PM: Stay Woke

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/06

Dr. Ken opens with a cultural reset, revisiting the true origin of the phrase “stay woke.” He explains how the term began as a survival warning within Black culture before being commercialized and weaponized in mainstream politics. The conversation expands into a broader discussion about modern labeling — questioning whether disagreement automatically equals hate or “phobia.” Callers Demetri and Al from Sherman Park weigh in as Truth Nation engages the topic. The hour closes with a weather check and

45:05

3/5/26 5PM: Get Kristi Noem

Truth In The Afternoon with Dr. Ken Harris ·

2026/03/06

The Top 5 at 5 covers major local and national headlines, including changes to Milwaukee’s police chase policy, a new youth rehabilitation center opening, a violent home invasion case, and leadership shakeups in Washington. Dr. Ken also discusses the Common Council’s approval of a $950,000 settlement in a non-fatal police shooting case and continued debate over pursuit policies. He previews an upcoming Truth Nation book discussion on Barracoon: The Story of the Last “Black Cargo” by Zora Neale

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