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B. REAL

B. REAL

By Brandon Mosely

The B. Real podcast is where we will keep it real on social issues, history, news, faith, and everything in between. It’s your one-stop podcast with thought-provoking talk and real content. Enjoy the ride with me and keep your hands up! Please follow the podcast on instagram @b.real_podcast and Facebook B. REAL Podcast

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Mosely for Congress

B. REALJul 19, 2021

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Mosely for Congress

Mosely for Congress

Brandon discusses what it’s like running for Congress and some of the reasons why he decided to do it. To learn more about Brandon’s campaign, visit brandonmosely.com, where you can contribute, sign up to volunteer, and much more.
Jul 19, 202139:41
The Gender Pay Gap

The Gender Pay Gap

March 24th marked this year's Equal Pay Day, so Brandon discusses in this episode the history of the gender pay gap and what causes the gap. It's time to close the gap for once and for all.
Mar 29, 202140:06
Anti-AAPI American History

Anti-AAPI American History

In this episode, Brandon looks at the long history of Anti-AAPI American history and how it all led to the most recent hate crime from domestic terrorists.
Mar 22, 202142:33
Minimum Wage: Trying To Get By

Minimum Wage: Trying To Get By

In this episode Brandon speaks about the fight for a living wage and the history of minimum wage.
Mar 15, 202144:23
Talking About Real Love

Talking About Real Love

Brandon sits down with three married couples and discusses their love stories, advice, and their definition of love.
Feb 15, 202101:12:08
Our Love Pt 2 Q&A

Our Love Pt 2 Q&A

Rosalyn is back in the studio to answer listener's questions about Brandon and her relationship. This episode is full of love, fun, and advice.

***Show Notes***

Black History Month spotlight
Interview with Rosalyn
B. Inspired moment
Closing remarks
Feb 08, 202101:03:45
Path To The White House
Jan 25, 202151:18
Minding My Business

Minding My Business

Small businesses are facing unprecedented times due to the pandemic. Brandon speaks with three small business owners about surviving the pandemic and keeping their business afloat.

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Jan 18, 202153:08
1.6.21. The Insurrection on Capitol Hill
Jan 07, 202132:09
Shut Up And Dribble: With Elijah Wade
Dec 14, 202053:08
A Christmas Podcast
Dec 07, 202001:21:41
Our Love
Nov 23, 202001:10:55
Immigration Policy: Where Do We Go From Here? With Tahmina Watson

Immigration Policy: Where Do We Go From Here? With Tahmina Watson

The B. Real podcast sits down with Tahmina Watson, an immigration attorney, author, podcaster, and activist. We speak about the current immigration policy and where America should go from here, and where America may end up. Tahmina explains President Trump’s effect on immigration here in America and internationally. ***Show Notes*** Tahmina Book: Legal Heroes in the Trump Era: Be Inspired. Expand Your Impact. Change the World Buy here https://www.amazon.com/Legal-Heroes-Trump-Era-Inspired-ebook/dp/B08KC7MBFV/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1YCBWKC892AMA&dchild=1&keywords=legal+heroes+in+the+trump+era&qid=1604038602&sprefix=legal+he%2Caps%2C233&sr=8-1&pldnSite=1#customerReviews Tahmina Podcast: Tahmina Talks Immigration https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tahmina-talks-immigration/id1350535670 Follow Tahmina: Twitter https://twitter.com/tahminawatson  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tahmina.watson/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tahminawatson Tahmina Website www.watsonimmigrationlaw.com​
Nov 16, 202059:18
2020 Election
Nov 09, 202001:18:55
Voter Fraud: Myth Buster
Nov 02, 202054:41
HBCU Homecoming with Chris Batten
Oct 26, 202001:00:19
Voter Suppression

Voter Suppression

Voting is the bedrock of our democracy, but for many Americans, it’s not a simple and easy obtained right. The B. Real Podcast Discuss the history of voter suppression and how it is an evil that people of color still encounter on their way to the ballot box.
Register to vote at
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Facing voter intimidation call:

Spanish: 1-888-VE-Y-VOTA / 1-888-839-8682

Arabic: 1-844-YALLA-US / 1-844-925-5287

English: 1-866-OUR-VOTE / 1-866-687-8683.

Bengali, Cantonese, Hindi, Urdu, Korean, Mandarin, Tagalog, Vietnamese): 1-888-API-VOTE / 1-888-274-8683


Check out www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/voting-rights/ for more support.
Films, television, and books recommendation

13TH (Film)

Black-ish Season 3 Episode 3 ”40 Acres and a Vote” (TV)

Black-ish Season 7 Episode 1 “Election Special”

The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle Alexander



One Person, No Vote: How Voter Suppression Is Destroying Our Democracy by Carol Anderson

Oct 19, 202052:56
Politicking with Tisa Rodriguez
Oct 12, 202054:25
90's Kids: Films and Television

90's Kids: Films and Television

This bonus episode is all about reminiscing about the ’90s. Brandon invites his old friend David to have a candid conversation through zoom about all the bomb movies and television shows from the ’90s. Get your Cross Colors, Filas, Jinco Jeans, and grab some popcorn from Blockbuster and enjoy this trip down memory lane. This one is for the 90’s Kids.
Oct 05, 202001:23:52
War on Drugs
Sep 28, 202058:38
School-To-Prison-Pipeline
Sep 21, 202055:54
Medical Racism
Sep 14, 202049:17
Labor Day: Civil Rights Unionism

Labor Day: Civil Rights Unionism

What does Labor Day, the Labor Movement, and Civil Rights have in common? In this episode the B. Real podcast discuss the history of organize labor and it’s connection to the Civil Rights Movement.
Sep 08, 202047:11
The Gospel of Social Justice

The Gospel of Social Justice

We have a special guest, Pastor Lance Penland and we discuss the place of the Black church concerning social justice. We speak about the history of the church during the civil rights movement, what can be done today, and why there is such a gap between the white evangelical church and the African American church concerning police brutality.
Aug 31, 202058:39
Sundown Town, USA

Sundown Town, USA

B. Real Podcast will take a look at the history of Sundown Towns and define what they are and the effect they have had on America. We will speak about what caused them and if they are still around today.
Aug 24, 202043:18
Black Behind The Camera

Black Behind The Camera

The B. Real podcast has a special guest Kwestin Fisher a film student from UNLV. Kwestin and Brandon discuss the importance of black films and how vital black directors and writers are. We even talk about our top 5 black film list. Send a voicemail of your top 5 on my anchor page.
Aug 17, 202050:58
Anti-Immigration: Should I Stay Or Should I Go?

Anti-Immigration: Should I Stay Or Should I Go?

The B. Real Podcast will take a look at the history of anti-immigration in America and the historic playbook of oppression and fear mongering over the years. We will also take a look at current policies like asylum and why families are migrating to the USA from the Northern Triangle.


Aug 10, 202046:52
Reparations: 40 Acres & A Mule

Reparations: 40 Acres & A Mule

The B. Real podcast will take a look at the history of reparations and the historic origins of reparations. During this episode, we will address why  African Americans are still looking for redress. Also, what reparation is and the plans that are being talked about.  

Aug 03, 202049:54
Lawrence Bender: Who Shot Ya?

Lawrence Bender: Who Shot Ya?

In this episode, we take a look at the Lawrence Bender police shooting from June 2019. Lawrence's brother Clarance describes in detail what led up to the shooting and the police response ever since. After this episode be sure to visit the links below. ***Show Notes*** Introduction Interview B-Inspriation  Closing Remarks Rialto Police Edited Video: https://rialtopolice.com/lawrence-bender Petition To sign: https://www.change.org/p/county-of-san-bernardino-department-of-justice-free-lawrence-bender?recruiter=1111265254&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=tap_basic_share District Attorney Jason Anderson  (909) 382-3665 publicaffairs@sbcda.org PUSH 9 Points and web site: pushchange.org
Jul 27, 202046:47
Black on Black Crime: Myth Buster

Black on Black Crime: Myth Buster

B. Real will take a look at the history of Black on Black Crime as a term and its effect on the black community. We will also look at if the tern is correct and why there is crime in black communities to begin with. This term has been used forever and it is time to get to the bottom of it.  ***Show Notes/Outline*** Intro: Introduce topic  1st segment: History of the term 2nd segment: The truth of black on black crime 3rd segment: The effect of black on black crime 4th segment: What can be done B Inspiration: Own your dreams Closing Remarks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b.real_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BRealpodcast ***Resources: Below are some of the articles I used to research this subject. These are the ones that influence the outcome of this episode the greatest. The older articles show the evolution of the term and also shows some opponents of the term had it right over 30 years ago.  Ebony Black on Black Crime Edition  https://books.google.com/books?id=K3bfmTebrYQC&lpg=PA113&ots=M1ti9b3bGU&dq=ebony%20black%20on%20black%20crime%201979&pg=PA135#v=onepage&q=ebony%20black%20on%20black%20crime%201979&f=false "Black on Black" Crime: The Myth and the Reality https://www.jstor.org/stable/29766208 Stop using ‘black-on-black’ crime to deflect away from police brutality https://www.cleveland.com/news/2020/06/stop-using-black-on-black-crime-to-deflect-away-from-police-brutality.html The Origins of the Phrase 'Black-on-Black Crime' https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-06-11/examining-the-origins-of-the-phrase-black-on-black-crime ‘Black-On-Black Crime’ Is A Myth, And Here’s Why https://www.scarymommy.com/black-on-black-crime-is-myth/ No such thing as ‘Black-on-Black’ crime https://www.phillytrib.com/commentary/michaelcoard/coard-no-such-thing-as-black-on-black-crime/article_fbeb06e3-b5c2-5782-9de0-2580aa73497f.html
Jul 20, 202040:06
What in the 4th of you lie?

What in the 4th of you lie?

Brandon Mosely our host of the B. Real podcast, will take a look at the history of the 4th of July and why African Americans as a collective started to embrace Juneteenth. This episode will take a hard look at the Declaration of Independence and its famous author, Thomas Jefferson. We will take a deep dive into his ideas of liberty and his personal life. This episode is an attempt to inform the listeners of the history of our founding document, and what African American leaders thought of it and the 4th. So grab some BBQ and some tea because we are about to watch some fireworks.

Show Notes/Outline
Intro: Host introduction
1st segment:Declaration of Independence history and context of the document
2nd segment: Missing passage about slavery
3rd segment:Thomas Jefferson person like and sins
4th segment: Fredrick Douglas and his 4th of July speech
B Inspiration: 2020
Closing remarks
Jul 12, 202042:24