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The Brothers from the 818 were live in the San Fernando Valley at the Community Popup Gourmet Meal event.  This event is hosted by About My Father's Business every fourth Saturday and features collaboration from our friend and yours, Chef Roxie with Happy Insides, Fish of the West Valley Food Bank, MEND, and many others.  The Brothers embraced the opportunity to speak with some of the organizers and are looking forward to the next event which is this coming Saturday, August 28th.  If you are anywhere near the SFV this weekend, you should come to check them out.  The Brothers will be there.  We hope to see you too!  

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The Brothers are back with episode 28 of Season two.  Tonight we are discussing the book, Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man by Emmanuel Acho.  We discuss who we are, implicit biases (race-related), and some of the reasons why the Black family have been broken apart.  Most important, we did what the Brothers do; come join us in this conversation.  This week on the Brothers from the 818.  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back for episode 27.  Tonight we are showing some love for the 90's.  We had a blast reminiscing about this decade of learning, freedom, and exploration.  Join us as we talk about how getting older has slowed us down.  We also visit the way back machine discussing music and movies.  Check us out, you might learn something about the brothers that you didn't know.  Special Message to you 20-somethings out there, "Live it up!!!" This is your time.  See you Thursday at 4pm.  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with episode 26.  Tonight we had the pleasure of hosting our Nigerian brother and sister, Pius and Ade.  These two Scholars of the Diaspora entertained, enlightened, and educated us on the truth of this West African Nation, the largest grouping of black people in the world.  By the end of the podcast, the Brothers were prepared to get our Nigerian passports (Yes, Nigerian) and be on our way.  Hopefully, you will see it the way we did.  Join us this Thursday for this amazing, engaging conversation.  Only on the Brothers from the 818.  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back from our two-week, mid-season break.  So much has been happening and these events prompted a discussion about accountability.  Bill Cosby, OJ, Phylicia Rashad, Sha'Carri Richardson are each part of the discussion.  The Brothers also discuss the break and what they had a break from. The Brothers from the 818 are glad to be back online and look forward to an exciting finish to our second season.  Join us, Thursdays at 4pm, only on the Brothers from the 818.  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with our second annual Father's Day episode. Last year, we were able to speak with a Father, a Wife, and a Daughter as they discussed what Father's Day meant to them. This time, we are speaking with the children. We were blessed with three amazing guests (and two additional surprises) that shared their love for the fathers in their lives. With Father's Day around the corner, this is one that you'll want to share with that special man in your life. Be sure to stay tuned after the credits for our special guests as well as a mid-season wrap-up message from David and Caleb. 

Happy Father's Day to all you amazing dads out there. We will return on July 8th. Stay safe, stay tuned, have fun!! 

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You asked?  We answered!  The Brothers from the 818 are back to give you a deeper look into a friend of ours, Demani.  From his upbringing in Oakland, California to his restart in Wisconsin, this brother is a deep well of knowledge that will keep you engaged, entertained, and coming back for more.  Join us this Thursday to hear all about it this amazing individual.  Only on the Brothers from the 818.  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with our FINAL Episode of the Police Reform series.  Tonight the brothers close out the discussion with a focus on humanity.  Can humans (who don't believe they are broken) be fixed individually or do we have to focus on them as part of a people group, and fix that?  What are your thoughts?  Join us this Thursday to hear our final thoughts.  Only on the Brothers from the 818!!  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with episode 20, Part IV of our series on Police Reform. Tension builds a little higher tonight with some direct statements regarding positionality, privilege, and accountability for personal interaction.  Question of the day, what are your thoughts on the statistics regarding crimes committed vs crimes accounted for.  Let us know in your comments.  Check us out this Thursday, only on the Brothers from the 818!  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with episode 21, Part V of our series on Police Reform. Tonight, we switch gears to discuss one key word, humanity.  Are we supposed to look to individuals to fix people groups?  Or people groups to influence individuals?  What do we agree on?  How do we differ?  If you've been connected with us through the first four parts, you don't want to miss Part V.  Join us this Thursday, only on the Brothers from the 818!  

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The Brothers from the 818 wanted to drop in today to recognize the one-year anniversary of the murder of Brother George Floyd at the hands of ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.  We are happy for the conviction and continue to pray for just sentencing.  Allow the message that has begun to get louder and louder.  Stay close to the Brothers from the 818 for the latest information and commentary.  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with episode 19 - Part III of our series on Police Reform.  The conversation continues.  Tonight we discuss racism and how it affects police and civilian interactions across the country.  Check out the episode for our thoughts. What are your thoughts?  Let us know in the chat!   This Thursday at 4 pm!  Only on the Brothers from the 818!  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with episode 18 - Part II of our series on Police Reform.  This is a continuation of the conversation that we began last week.  Part II is more direct, more engaging, and more challenging on the issue at hand.  Keep the comments coming!  We will be challenging each of our guests with your feedback.  Keep coming back and stay tuned.  Join us on Thursday at 4 pm!  Only on the Brothers from the 818!  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with episode 16 of season 2 to bring you our 50th Broadcast.   It has been an amazing first year and the second year promises to be even better.  Thank you for sticking and growing with us through each podcast.  You need a good laugh, go back and check out some of those early podcasts.  You need some encouragement, check out some of the words of affirmation that we share throughout this episode.  Keep hangin' with the Brothers!  We have so much more to share!!  

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with Season 2, Episode 8. Tonight, in honor of Black History Month, we are speaking with Brother Augustus C. Stone, the one and only. A Contemporary African American Griot, Mr. Stone shared with the Brothers a lesson in Black culture like no other. He connected the dots of popular figures, dates, and events in African American history in a way that we weren’t taught in school. His story is a lesson for all men, but especially Black men in America. You don’t want to miss this episode “for the ages.”

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The Brothers from the 818 are back to bring you Season 2 - Episode 7.  This time we were on location in Pacoima, California, 91331.  Our old stompin' grounds.  We decided to take you on a tour through some of our favorite locations in the 818.  Key Burger on Glenoaks.  Pop BBQ and Grill on Osbourne and Bobo's on Van Nuys. It was a blast to the past as we recalled our favorite spots from the '80s.  Next time you are in Pacoima, if you are ever in Pacoima, make sure to check either spot out ... or all three.  We did.

Key Burger - 10971 1/2 Glenoaks Blvd. Pacoima, CA 91331
Pops BBQ and Grill - 10755 Glenoaks Blvd Pacoima, CA 91331
Bobos Hamburgers - 13433 Van Nuys Blvd Pacoima, CA 91331

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The Brothers are back to share with you Season 2, Episode 5.  We had the distinct pleasure of interviewing Dr. Alan-Michael Graves, a public policy advocate for father's rights.  Dr. Graves took the time to share some insightful words with us regarding his own background, including being raised by a single mother, his pursuit of several graduate degrees, and his expansive work in the field of public policy.  The Brothers have been excited to get Dr. Graves on the podcast and he certainly did not disappoint.  Take a listen to and share your thoughts on the ... Brothers from the 818.

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The Brothers from the 818 have slid down the week into a new time slot.  Join us this Friday at 3pm, PST for the Premier of Season 2, Episode 4.  On this show, we discuss the first week of the new Presidential administration.  What role will our first female and black Vice President, Kamala Harris, play in the upcoming four years?  Additionally, we discuss new cars, COVID vaccinations, sports and politics, and of course music.  What has caused David to alter his musical listening choices as of late?  Tune in on Friday, January 29th for this exciting episode of Brothers from the 818.  

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The Brothers are back for Episode 33 with a fun discussion on the holidays and the games that Black Folks like to play at home. Spades, Dominoes, Uno, and Monopoly.  We talk about the rules, the tensions surrounding the games, the heated banter that can occur, and even have a special gift for up to 10 lucky subscribers.  Like and comment on the video with "Where are my Uno cards?" and the Brothers will send you an autographed deck of Uno cards.  Just in time for an extra stocking stuffer for the holidays.  What games are in your house that didn't make our list?

Next week's episode will be our final Podcast for the 2020 season.  We will be back in 2021 with more engaging and exciting content, as only the Brothers from the 818 can bring it.  STAY TUNED!!

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The Brothers are back for Episode 32 with the most in-depth public service announcement we've ever done.  Pay attention to how you spend your money.  We discuss the little items such as Hulu, Netflix, etc.; slightly larger items like pay per view fights (DId you see Nate Robinson get knocked out?); and big-ticket items like car and house repair.  What do you spend your money on?  Are you fiscally responsible and accountable?  How important is a good credit rating for you?  Our thoughts and opinions have changed on this topic through the years and in our 99 years of combined financial wisdom, this should be a good listen for you ... or, someone you know.  As the Christmas shopping season is upon us, there is no time like the present to make changes today for a better tomorrow.

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The Brothers are back with Episode 31 and it is the day before Thanksgiving.  Tonight we discuss memories from Thanksgiving's past, the love of family and spending this time together, Black Friday, and shopping.  Also, the evolution of the Brothers from the 818.  Theme music, more subscribers, YouTube, and Facebook updates.  What are our goals for the 2021 season?  Tune in to hear all of that and more.  Most importantly, from our family to yours, Have a Happy Thanksgiving.

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In honor of Veteran's Day, the Brothers invite you to join us for Episode 30.  Tonight we honor the men and women of our armed forces who are serving/have served this country in times of peace and war; starting with our very own Caleb.  Retired after 24 years of service, his two battle buddies join our broadcast tonight to share honor, stories, and a few tears.  Happy Veteran's Day to all that this honor is due.  If you know someone, make sure to reach out to them and connect.

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Episode 29!! Election night coverage. Tonight's guest, Brian, helped the brothers navigate the possible outcomes of the election and what needs to be done to unify the country, post-November 3rd.  We discussed building bridges, doing the right thing, and what it means to be American.  We also engaged in a mild discussion about the Electoral College and what can be done to improve that system.  Tune in to hear about Brian's playlist and Caleb's time in the car with his daughter.  As always, we welcome your thoughts and feedback.  

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The Brothers and back to Tuesday night with Episode 28! What didn’t we discuss tonight? The Dodgers are World Champions again after 32 years!! Amazon Fresh opens its store in Irvine, complete with SmartCarts! What happened when someone called David, “The Computer Guy?” Tune in to hear the story. Of course, we can’t have a podcast during this season without talking about the upcoming election. Make sure you cast your vote! By mail, early voting, or at the polls, do everything you can to make your vote count. The future of this country depends on you!! Make sure to tune in next week for our full coverage of the election with commentary from a few diverse guests. Drop us a line if you want to join in on the conversation, we’d love to hear your viewpoint.

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The Brothers from the 818 are back on a THURSDAY night with Episode 27!! Tonight we are discussing the second, and final, Presidential Debate.  After a walk down memory lane regarding the 91331, we jump right into an engaging discussion regarding the performance of both candidates.  Tune in to hear our reaction to President Trump referring to himself as "the least racist person in this room."  Really?  Yes, he said that.  What stood out for you? 

Question of the night:  Who is going to determine the outcome of the election?  Undecided voters? Typical non-voters who decide to vote? Or, devout party followers?  When will the victor be determined?  Drop us a comment and let us know.

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The Brothers from the 818 are back for Episode 26 and like the week before, we are all over the place. The collision of sports; the effectiveness of the NBA bubble; Lebron and the Lakers get number #17. We talk THE RAIDERS and the 49ERS and celebrate some of our listeners and viewers. With the election around the corner, we stressed the need for you to get out there and vote. Don’t let your opportunity to make a difference be wasted. What would you like to hear about from the Brothers from the 818?

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The Brothers are back with episode 25!!  We purposely recorded on Thursday this week so we could report back on the debates.    As soon as you watch, you will know what we thought about it.  The better question is "What did you think?"  Who won the debate?  For those of you who are undecided in the polls, were you swayed one way or another? It wasn't all debate talk.  We were all over the place. Number 45 has COVID, or does he?George Floyd's murderer is out on bail.  Do you want to know what else?  You have to tune in for the rest.  Last comment ... drop us a line and provide feedback on the intro. We are always trying to switch things up and your opinion matters.   Enjoy episode 25!!

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It's Episode 24, add we are back with another hot one!! Fresh from in front of the TV screens having watched the Presidential debate, the Brothers from the 818 are pulling no punches as they discuss the participants.  Did you see it? What were your thoughts?  Do you see strategy at work?  Any issues come up that you weren't familiar with?  Drop us a line and let us know.

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with Episode 23.  Tonight we went off on a deep tangent based off of Caleb's check-in.  Wait until you hear this story.  As a parent, I have definitely been there.  For any of you parents out there, I know you have been there too.  What would you have done if you were in his shoes?  Leave us a comment and let us know.  Football is back and the first two weeks (with no fans in the stands) has been quite interesting.  What are your thoughts on the NFL and Covid-19? Should coaches have to wear masks on the sidelines?  Should they be fined six figures for not wearing a mask?  Are they making too much money if they are unfazed by the fine?  These questions and more are discussed in this episode.  Finally, what does accountability mean to you, and how far does it integrate into your public life? Your private life?  Are they one and the same?  Check out this week's episode for all of that and more.  Stick around to hear about "Caring Cars" and "Crabwalks".  You never know what we are going to bring up.

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The Brothers from the 818 are back with some deep conversation on what's happening outside your windows today.  In episode 22, the Brothers discuss the fires that are affecting the west coast and how that impact is spreading across the nation.  We discuss the settlement reached between the family of Breonna Taylor and the city of Louisville and what it truly means to settle.  How do you place a monetary value on a life lost and what factors help you determine a number?  Lastly, we touched on the shooting of the two officers in Compton this weekend.  Our prayers go out to the officers for a speedy recovery.  As well to the city of Compton for peace and civil REST to flow through that city.  Tune in for an engaging discussion as only the Brothers from the 818 can do it.

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** This episode was recorded on September 1, 2020.  In the middle of the upload, my laptop crashed and I lost everything (that wasn't backed up).  The tone you will hear in this podcast continued through-out the week as I fought hard to recover this podcast.  The Brothers from the 818 always keep it Raw and Real and this is one that you had to hear for yourself.  We present to you Episode 21. **

WAKE UP BLACK MAN!!  It's hunting season and you are the target.  Tonight the Brothers from the 818 are bringing you a Public Service Announcement that you need to take seriously.  Over the last year, there have been countless murders by so-called authority figures that appear to be on a mission to eradicate the black man.  They have been murdered in broad daylight, shot in the back, shot while sleeping, shot while running away, and shot by vigilante neighbors while jogging.    They've been handcuffed ... and shot.  Asked for identification ... and shot.  Placed in a jail cell ... and found hung.

What can you do to protect yourself?  Life has no guarantees, but tune in to hear the types of things that help you, vs. the types of things that hurt you.  Ask yourself, what do you have to live for?  Is your mission to live to fight the system or to allow your death to tell the story.  The Brothers from the 818 believe that we have lost too many already and the senseless violence against Black Men must stop!!

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The Brothers from the 818 are proud to bring you Episode number 20.  Tonight we look back at our favorite podcasts and reflect on the evolution of the series.  We also discuss some thoughts for future episodes and who we'd like to see on the show, alive or dead. Do you have a favorite episode? Who would you want to see interviewed by the Brothers from the 818?  Drop us a comment and let us know.  Listen in to see who is reachable and who isn't and who the Brothers are going to actively pursue in the upcoming year.    We'd love to hear your thoughts.    

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Welcome back to the Brothers from the 818!  This is episode 19!  Tonight we are excited to be the re-launch platform for Dem Brown Girls!  Two lovely ladies that have been best friends for the better of 13 years who, like the Brothers from the 818, have an opinion on everything and look forward to sharing their presence with you.  Tonight the Brothers swapped seats and offered a "no limits" Q&A opportunity for Dem Brown Girls to inquire and dig deep.  Manhood, Attraction, and the Ultimate Mic Drop moment.  Yes, you have to tune in to hear those responses.  After listening, check out Dem Brown Girls on YouTube for some historical context and then be prepared for their re-launch on September 30th.  Dem Brown Girls, a lifestyle blog and celebration of Brown women everywhere.

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Happy Birthday to US!!  The Brothers from the 818 are back for show 18 with our special BIRTHDAY EPISODE.  Tonight's recording fell right in the middle of both of our birthdays and we wanted to share our celebration with you.  Join us as we share our favorite birthday moments, memories, and gifts from the last 37 years. Caleb shares a birthday with Deion Sanders and David with Fidel Castro!  Who else?  You have to tune in to hear!  Who did the Brothers meet on a birthday trip to New York City?  We talk about that too.  Who do you share a birthday with?  

BIG UPS to all the LEOS out there!! #HugALeo #BuyALeoABigGift 

For all of you listeners, no matter when you were born, thank you for sharing our BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION with us!!

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