Best Emmett Till Alert App Podcasts (2025)

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Every Library - Guest Patrick Sweeney 23:19

1M ago23:19

23:19

Are books for the blind being banned? Why? How have things changed in 2025 for libraries across the country? These and many more questions are addressed in today's episode of Being Well Informed with founder of everylibrary.org, Patrick Sweeney. Being Well Informed is an educational podcast aired regularly on most available podcast platforms such a…

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Are There Still Health Disparities in 2025? Guest: Dr. L. E. Gomez 38:57

2M ago38:57

38:57

We unpack the issues of health disparities in the United States in 2025. Our guest, Dr. L. E. Gomez discusses what improvements can be made to health care, and is it a myth that blacks experience less health care as a matter of individual choices made. Dr. Gomez is an ER physician and consultant. Dr. Gomez is also a social activist who has a new ro…

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Steve Brigham, Author of Level the Playing Field 20:37

4M ago20:37

20:37

When you think of sports, you think of the game played on the same field. The rules are known and abided by. Why is this not the case when considering disparities in our society. We will discuss 8 racial myths. Today's episode discusses the first myth, America provides an equal playing field for all. Steve Brigham, author of Level the Playing Field…

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The Prison For Profit System; Historical Information from Dr. Robin Bernstein, Author of Freeman's Challenge 25:38

7M ago25:38

25:38

Author, Dr. Robin Bernstein provides an in depth historical analysis of how slavery by another name became popular in the North, including convict leasing. She authored the book Freeman's Challenge, which details the history of the incarceration of William Freeman. She chronicles his life history and how he landed in an unjust prison system. #justi…

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Why Do We Still Need an Equal Rights Amendment? Why are Women Organizations Necessary? 25:37

12M ago25:37

25:37

Guest Michaele Cohen, president of the Maryland Legislative Agenda for Women (MLAW) tells us what role MLAW plays during the 90-day Maryland General Assembly session and what bills became important to track. Pay disparities still exist even though Maryland has an Equal Rights Amendment. New laws protecting women against sexual assault were also pas…

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Do You Believe The Cause Of Death on Your Loved One's Death Certificate is Accurate? A New Law in Maryland Changes Things 31:46

12M ago31:46

31:46

The Katherine Morris Death Reclassification Act is a trending new law in Maryland, which changes how medical examiners report misstated information on death certificates. Guest Delegate J. Sandy Bartlett shares her success in the 2024 Maryland General Assembly in getting a new law passed aimed at correcting injustices. Cause of death is important f…

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Maryland Legislative Black Caucus; 2024 General Assembly Legislation, Guest Delegate Jennifer White Holland 34:15

12M ago34:15

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How long has the Maryland Legislative Black Caucus existed, and why is it the largest black legislative caucus in the country. These questions are answered on today's podcast, Being Well Informed. Delegate Jennifer Holland White takes us through the progress made in the 2024 Maryland General Assembly from fully funding the landmark education Bluepr…

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Arts and the Law; How has AI Impacted Artists?Guest Sammetria Goodson Arts Lawyer 33:48

1y ago33:48

33:48

Arts and the Law are discussed. Guest Attorney Sammetria Goodson discusses why a curator needs an attorney and her unique work and client base when representing visual artists and the like. She emanates from North Dallas, and does work on the East Coast. We also address AI and how intellectual property has changed over the years. Being Well Informe…

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Renaming the Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland and Choptank River Bridge in Cambridge, Maryland 29:15

1y ago29:15

29:15

We delve into the discussion of renaming the Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland to the Parren J. Mitchell Bridge. Caucus of African American Leader Elder Charles James joins us for a lively discussion on what others are saying about the renaming of this bridge and also the Choptank River Bridge to honor the legacy of the late Gloria Richardson, one …

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Bishop Troy Barnett, The Legacy of Apostle Leroy H. Cannady, Part II 25:48

1y ago25:48

25:48

Pastor Troy Barnett shares more about Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2 pm at the Reginal Lewis Museum in Baltimore, Maryland. Parts I and II of the Legacy of Apostle Leroy H. Cannady, Sr. will be shared for all to see. Being Well Informed is an educational podcast designed to educate listeners of current topics. It is aired on You Tube, iHeart Radio, Ap…

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Losing a Spouse. What Next? Guest: Elder Valerie Watson 25:40

1+ y ago25:40

25:40

We discuss the expected and unexpected things that happen when losing a spouse. Elder Valerie Watson of Transformation Church of Jesus Christ, Baltimore shares details of what it is like and how life has changed for her. Listeners are given an in depth view of how your relationship with family changes. Being Well Informed airs weekly on all major p…

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Reparations Now; Reparation Grants are Here in Maryland; Guest Rev. R. Callender 25:47

1+ y ago25:47

25:47

Reparation grants are here in Maryland, thanks to the hard work of the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland. The Episcopal Diocese of Maryland began with $1 million dollars in seed money. Now grants opportunities are available. The deadline is February 24, 2024. The call for reparations is not ignored. Our guest Rev. R. Callender shares with us where this…

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Trash Talk: Anti-Obamalore and Race in the 21st Century: Guest Professor Patricia A. Turner 36:52

1+ y ago36:52

36:52

Being Well Informed discusses Author Patricia A. Turner's book, Trash Talk: Anti-Obamalore and Race in the 21st Century. The author also headed the Arthur Ashe Legacy Project at UCLA. We delve into why former President Obama is still the target of conspiracy theories. The book covers the time period 2004 through 2022, the year of publication. Being…

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The Republican Party, Is it More Than Conspiracy Theories and Book Banning? 27:24

1+ y ago27:24

27:24

Steven H. Wilson, former Republican Central Committee Chair of Howard County, Maryland is our guest to discuss the direction of the Republican Party in Maryland. A recent editorial in the Baltimore Sunpapers was captioned, "The Republican Party Should Stand for More Than Conspiracy Theories and Banning Schoolbooks." We learn more about the Moms for…

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Descecration of Slave Cemeteries in Bethesda, Maryland 28:51

2y ago28:51

28:51

Our guest, Robert Stubblefield discusses the challenging work of the Bethesda African American Cemetery Coalition. Updates are provided on the court battle that ensues in Maryland. Being Well Informed airs on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podvine, Podbean, Amazon music and on many other major platforms. #justice #leveltheplayingfie…

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Parolees. Changes Needed to the Existing Parole System in Maryland; Guest is Willie Hamilton 24:02

2y ago24:02

24:02

Why is the process or system for granting parole broken? We explore changes that need to be made. Justice Policy Institute describes Maryland's parole process as fraught with challenges. We give the answer to the question, "Why?" Our guest, Willie Hamilton works with No Struggle No Success and tells us more about what lawmakers can do to change the…

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New Federal Legislation Pushing Back Against Book Banning; Congressman Kwiesi Mfume - National Council of African American History and Culture Act of 2023 24:18

2y ago24:18

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US Congressman Kwiesi Mfume stopped by to share about legislation (House Bill 727) both he and US Senator Ben Cardin introduced to preserve African American history and culture. The legislation would create a 12 person National Council to advise the National Endowment for the Humanities on how to amplify, strengthen teaching and learning in schools…

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Collecting Social Security Benefits; What I Need to Know; Guest Jacob Serfas 29:21

2y ago29:21

29:21

What are the highlights of collecting Social Security? What simple steps should I take to maximize receiving benefits. If I buy a car after collecting Social Security and choose to pay using a pension account, how will that impact my Social Security? These and more questions are answered in this podcast with Jake Serfas of Copper Creek Wealth. Visi…

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Former Redskins Player, Pastor Troy Barnett Discusses A Documentary on the 100 Year Legacy of Apostle Leroy H. Cannady, Sr. 29:36

2y ago29:36

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Former Redskins NFL Player and New England Patriots Player, Bishop Troy Barnett is our guest to discuss the 100 year legacy of Apostle Leroy H. Cannady, Sr. Bishop Troy Barnett now pastors the Refuge Way of the Cross Church of Christ at 4300 Old York Road, Baltimore, Maryland. He shares what led him to the ministry and how this documentary came abo…

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Police Reform. The New Conversation; Guest Dwayne Bryant 29:53

2y ago29:53

29:53

We discuss the new conversation involving police reform. Guest Dwayne Bryant helps us navigate the complex and many reasons why innocent youth as young as fifth grade run from police. We also discuss how to repair cop and community relations, and why policymakers need to focus on education. Being Well Informed airs weekly on all major podcast platf…

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Changes in Laws Impacting Retirees' 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) Plans; The Tax Bomb 34:54

2y ago34:54

34:54

Did my retirement plan just change? The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act became effective January 1, 2020. But a new law became effective January 1, 2023, the SECURE Act 2.0 of 2023. Changes in required age minimum distributions of 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans have occurred. It is no longer 70 1/2. The age for …

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Unconscious Bias in the Workplace. Is There Bias In Sports When Referees Are Making Calls or In Our Job Descriptions? Guest Lorne Epstein 25:51

2y ago25:51

25:51

How relevant is bias in our decision making such as when people are hired or fired. Is there bias in creating job descriptions? Guest Lorne Epstein discusses unconscious bias in the workplace and what CEOs of major companies are saying about how unconscious bias is impacting their workplace. Mr. Epstein also discusses what CEOs are doing to fix it …

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Understanding the Digital Divide in Education; Guest Dr. Ebony Shockley 23:30

2y ago23:30

23:30

What is the digital divide and how is it a problem when educating children in grades K-12. Dr. Ebony Shockley shares insightful information on this trending education topic. There is also a digital gap between countries or global divide. Listeners are given a picture of what that looks like. Being Well Informed is an educational podcast, which airs…

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Protecting Places of Worship; Guest DOJ Community Relations Services Director Paul Monteiro 19:08

2y ago19:08

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Swastikas at synagogues? Racist graffiti on the doors of neighborhood churches? Arsonists targeting places of worship? These are all topics discussed on Being Well Informed with guest Paul Monteiro of the Department of Justice. Information is provided on what the Department of Justice Community Relations Services does and how they are becoming a pa…

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What Happens Irregular At Election Polls: Guest Amy Cruice ACLU - MD and Joanne Antoine Common Cause MD 34:52

2+ y ago34:52

34:52

Are there plans in the Maryland General Assembly 2023 to pursue legislation to change voter identification and signatures on ballots or mail in ballots. The Election Protection initiatives are discussed and irregularities at election polls are explained. Guests include Amy Cruice of the ACLU of Maryland and Joanne Antoine of Common Cause of Marylan…

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Sailing, Another Opportunity For All; Guest Thornell Jones 29:49

2+ y ago29:49

29:49

Sailing is another opportunity for all. Thornell Jones discusses his sailing and kayaking camp he established during the summer months for young people who are often forgotten. Sailing schools as well as various marine industry opportunities are addressed for parents to know and better understand. Being Well Informed airs weekly on many podcast pla…

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How Do You Create an Effective Church Succession Plan; Guest Erika Cole, The Church Attorney 33:11

2+ y ago33:11

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Erika Cole, the Church Attorney, discusses church succession plans and their importance. The topics of church splits, and not having secret plans are discussed as well as information on how to avoid an IRS audit. Being Well Informed airs weekly on various podcast platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, iHeart Radio, Podvine, Podbe…

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Blacks in Industry of Estate Appraisals; Guest Genice Lee 33:32

2+ y ago33:32

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Certified Estate Appraiser Genice Lee shares insightful information about the appraisal process and industry. Genice Lee is a veteran appraiser who has worked in the industry for more than a decade. Questions arise about the fair value of black art and how artists who completed the portraits of President and Mrs. Obama are valued today. Being Well …

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Is There Structural Racism in Transportation Projects? Why The Red Line Was Canceled. What Next in Maryland; Guest Samuel Jordan 35:11

2+ y ago35:11

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Samuel Jordan, leader of the Baltimore Transit Equity Coalition shares in vivid detail how the Red Line was canceled as a transportation project in Maryland and how there is structural racism in the transportation industry. We further discuss how the Purple Line and Maglev projects are going. The Transportation Equity Act and Title VI of the Civil …

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Running for Maryland House of Delegates in District 30B - Candidate Courtney Buiniskis 30:32

2+ y ago30:32

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District 30B Candidate Courtney Buiniskis shares about her experience running for House of Delegates in South County in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. The 2022 General Election results are in. And this was a first for this candidate. She shares the highs and lows of running for office as well as the impact mail in ballots had on this election cycle…

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How the Role of Pharmacists Changed Before, During and After COVID; Guest Hilda Gurley, Esq. 31:13

2+ y ago31:13

31:13

How did the role of pharmacists change before, during and after COVID. Pharmacist and Attorney Hilda Gurley shares her insights with us on Being Well Informed. Being Well Informed is an educational podcasts and You Tube program, which airs regularly on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Podbean, Amazon Music, and many other pla…

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Has Book Banning in America Intensified? Are Public Libraries the Only Easy Target? 31:35

2+ y ago31:35

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Political Director Patrick Sweeney of Every Library.org explains how book banning in America has intensified since 2021. Libraries are an easy target. What movements are causing libraries to ban books. What states are creating criminal penalties for librarians who fail to ban books. These issues are discussed in this edition of Being Well Informed.…

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Advance Planning - Long Term Care Insurance; Meredith Pensack of LTCI 29:55

2+ y ago29:55

29:55

Many do not realize when long term care insurance is needed. It is not the same as long term disability insurance. Our guest, Meredith Pensack, a long term care insurance expert explains the difference and why this coverage protects retirement assets. Questions are answered. Being Well Informed airs weekly on various podcast platforms such as Googl…

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The Truth About Social Security and Traditional Medicare v. Medicare Advantage Plans 31:08

2+ y ago31:08

31:08

Social Security myths are dispelled. And traditional Medicare v. Medicare Advantage Plans is explained. Nancy Altman, a 40 plus year veteran of Social Security laws shares details about bad actors in Medicare Advantage Plans and 4 things to think about when choosing between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans. Being Well Informed is a…

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Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts with Executive Director Jackie Coleman 27:10

2+ y ago27:10

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Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts is on the move with new theater, creative writing, ceramic, and art classes, after school programs for the community and other arts projects for all. Executive Director Jackie Coleman enthusiastically shares the history and new events. In October 2022, the Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts was the choice of ven…

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Book Banning in America and EVICTED! The Struggle For The Right To Vote with Author Alice Faye Duncan 31:08

2+ y ago31:08

31:08

Children's Book Author Alice Faye Duncan discusses her book EVICTED! The Struggle For The Right to Vote about black sharecroppers in Fayette County, Tennessee who inspired the voting rights movement and the late Congressman John Lewis. Book banning is also addressed. Being Well Informed airs weekly. The podcast is featured on Apple Podcasts, Google…

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Maryland Voters' Ballot Questions -- The Details 30:21

2+ y ago30:21

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Maryland Voters' Ballot Questions are discussed along with Anne Arundel County Ballot Questions for citizens to examine. Arguments for and against are accessible through the League of Women Voters. Visit website www.vote411.org. Guest is Niecy Chambers of League of Women Voters Anne Arundel County. Being Well Informed is a podcast/tv program, which…

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Maryland HBCU's; Learn How Aspiring College Students Can Obtain a Free Ride to Law School; Delegate Shaneka Henson 29:04

2+ y ago29:04

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Maryland District 30A Delegate Shaneka Henson discusses recent HBCU laws impacting students attending HBCU schools in Maryland. The Legal Education Success Collaborative law passed in 2021 is discussed in detail. Maryland HBCU attendees should be talking to their college advisors about this mentorship program and how it can result in a fully funded…

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The New Maryland State Park Near Carr's Beach and Blacks of the Chesapeake with Vince Leggett 58:59

2+ y ago58:59

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History is about remembering the past. Blacks of the Chesapeake, lead by Vincent Leggett, share that rich legacy about Carr's Beach, and where the new state park will be in a few years. Mr. Leggett walks us through why there was a Carr's Beach and Sparrow's Beach in Anne Arundel County, Maryland and how much it meant to the community. A clip from t…

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University of Baltimore President Kurt Schmoke Discusses President Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Program 28:31

2+ y ago28:31

28:31

University of Baltimore President Kurt Schmoke discusses can students afford college, and student loan forgiveness. What are the benefits and shortcomings in President Biden's initiative to forgive $10,000 in student college loan debt. These issues are explored. Being Well Informed is a television podcast, which airs weekly. Other podcast platforms…

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Hedged Out: Inequality and Insecurity in Wall Street, meet Author Megan Tobias Neely 31:46

2+ y ago31:46

31:46

What is a hedge fund? Why is the industry a close knit community of certain people. Sociologist Megan Tobias Neely shares what inequality in the hedge fund industry looks like and why and reforms that are necessary. Being Well Informed airs weekly on You Tube. It also airs as a podcast on many podcast platforms such as Google Podcasts, Apple Podcas…

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President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act is a Game Changer for Older Americans, Consider Medicare Part D; Guest AARP's Leigh Purvis 30:19

2+ y ago30:19

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AARP's Leigh Purvis discusses how significant the Inflation Reduction Act is for older Americans, especially in Medicare Part D. What is addressed is out of control prescription drug prices and certain caps that may help eligible citizens. AARP publishes a prescription price watch and also has a Medicare Q and A section on its website, which is fur…

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I Was Just Released From Prison. What Now. Guest, Joshua Hatch of Freedom Fighters, LLC 31:39

2+ y ago31:39

31:39

Being Well Informed airs weekly. This edition tells us what it is like after prison and the many obstacles individuals face. Those wrongly incarcerated spend decades behind prison. If the judicial system is so fair with an appellate system, why did that happen. Do those exiting prison really know they can vote in Maryland? Joshua Hatch, founder of …

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Is There Desecration of A Cemetery For Enslaved People in Bethesda, Maryland? 35:25

2+ y ago35:25

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Being Well Informed airs weekly. In this edition, historians, attorneys, and concerned citizens who comprise the Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition discuss an appeal of a Circuit Court decision halting the sale of the Cemetery and destruction of the human remains interred in Bethesda, Maryland. Case is to be heard October 6, 2022 at 9:30 am in Mar…

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A Parent's Survival Steps When Coping With Loss of A Child; Alice Wisler, author 27:13

2+ y ago27:13

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Being Well Informed airs weekly. This podcast edition discusses the loss of a child. Bereaved parents are not all alike. Alice Wisler, author, shares her journey when she lost Daniel Wisler at the tender age of 4 years old. Writing a journal was helpful and writing done in honor of her child was helpful in coping with grief. Her workshops are also …

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Why Does the Judiciary Need Reform? Guests Rev. Ricky Nelson Jones; Marylin Pierre 59:48

2+ y ago59:48

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Being Well Informed discusses judicial reform in Maryland. Why is there disparity in sentencing? What is an "Emmett Till Courthouse?" Is the Judicial Nominating Committee process flawed? What makes the voting process for judges confusing? #justice #leveltheplayingfieldBy Claudia Barber

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Media Reparations - The 2070 Project 59:51

2+ y ago59:51

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Being Well Informed is an education podcast and television program, which airs weekly. In this edition, Collette Watson and Joseph Torres of Free Press.net explain why reparations in media and by the media is necessary. Some journalists are paid less than others. We also discuss the press and their apologies. #justice #leveltheplayingfield…

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Maryland Comptroller Candidate Brooke Lierman 25:21

2+ y ago25:21

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Being Well Informed discusses trending topics. Candidate for Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman talks about her candidacy and recent legislation involving tax credits for seniors passed by the Maryland legislature. School construction projects are also discussed. #justice #leveltheplayingfieldBy Claudia Barber

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Beginning the Alzheimer's Journey with Attorney Karren Pope-Onwukwe 32:14

2+ y ago32:14

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Being Well Informed discusses the beginning of the Alzheimer's journey and preventive measures to take before considering guardianship. Attorney Karren Pope-Onwukwe takes us through growing trends in preparing for the Alzheimer's journey. She is part of the American Bar Association Senior Lawyers Division. Her office is in Bowie, Maryland. Her webs…

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Authors Dr. Tracy Robinson-Wood and Dr. Janie Ward Discuss Sister Resisters; Judicial Reform 59:53

2+ y ago59:53

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Being Well Informed airs on Roku TV Sundays at 7 pm through RiseHer Network. This edition discusses Authors Dr. Tracy Robinson-Wood and Dr. Janie Ward's book, Sister Resisters. Also on this segment of the broadcast are judicial candidates discussing judicial reform. Candidates Rev. Ricky Nelson Jones and Marylin Pierre identify possible solutions t…

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