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Who's Listening

By Jason Francis

Thoughts, feelings and questions for a mad world. All while raising a young child in it.
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EP.024 CoronaCast 2020 - Bang Bang

Who's Listening Jul 09, 2020

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EP.024 CoronaCast 2020 - Bang Bang

EP.024 CoronaCast 2020 - Bang Bang

Society is trying to regain normalcy while the temperature goes up weatherwise and socially. The BLM movement continues to demand equality, meanwhile, folks are getting reckless and nervous with their trigger fingers. I touch on this and more on this back from Vacation edition of Who's Listening. 

Jul 09, 202027:13
EP. 023 CoronaCast 2020 - Black Out Thoughts

EP. 023 CoronaCast 2020 - Black Out Thoughts

Just when folk might have been adjusting to the changes forced on us via COVID 19, the year 2020 shakes us up again. As another Black Man is publicly slain and the Nation and World explode in protest a new, new reality is taking shape around us. I share my thoughts as I navigate this evolving matter. #BlackoutTuesday #PoliceBrutality  #COVID19 #BlackLivesMatter

Jun 03, 202026:11
EP. 022 CoronaCast 2020 - Soft Openings, Hard Lessons, Party & BullS%^#

EP. 022 CoronaCast 2020 - Soft Openings, Hard Lessons, Party & BullS%^#

Life is throw shot after shot at us right now. This episode we take about the current status of Corona as some areas attempt to reopen businesses. Popular influencers and personalities face serious allegations and the value of black lives is still cheap in the U.S. It's a lot on deck so get comfy and tune in.

May 11, 202001:01:14
EP. 021 CoronaCast 2020 - Navigating New Spaces

EP. 021 CoronaCast 2020 - Navigating New Spaces

In this latest Corona Check-In I talk about the levels of communication and connection available to us as we all try our best to remain sane. 

Get comfy and check it out.

Apr 26, 202037:10
EP. 020 CoronaCast 2020 - 30 days and counting

EP. 020 CoronaCast 2020 - 30 days and counting

Its been a month of new world lockdown due to COVID 19. Checking in to share some observations and thoughts.

Apr 17, 202023:39
EP. 019 CoronaCast 2020 - The Big Reboot

EP. 019 CoronaCast 2020 - The Big Reboot

As the Corona Virus continues to put a squeeze on all life as we know it I take a moment to look at the potential opportunity we are being presented for positive change. 

Apr 01, 202013:36
Ep. 18 CoronaCast 2020 - Salute the DJ D Nice Saves The Day

Ep. 18 CoronaCast 2020 - Salute the DJ D Nice Saves The Day

As depression and fear grasp the nation, Dj D Nice decides to bring a little positivity to the people with a legendary moment in hip-hip and social media!!! I touch on that and more as we end the first full week of Corona shutdowns. 

Mar 22, 202018:31
Ep. 17 CoronaCast 2020 - Corona Triggers

Ep. 17 CoronaCast 2020 - Corona Triggers

The World is in a place rarely seen and we're all going for a ride. Corona Virus aka COVID - 19 is here and things are changing hour to hour. I share some of my thoughts on this new reality, the media attention on my home town of New Rochelle and more. 

Mar 17, 202019:39
EP. 016 The Decade that Was - Private Archive Pull

EP. 016 The Decade that Was - Private Archive Pull

As 2019 ended I sat down poured some rum and ran down my experiences of the decade just ended. I wanted to get it out in a form I could listen to it all, process it and step into the new year. I wasn't sure if I was going to share it but a little over a month into the year I figured why not. Learn a little more about me if you want :) 

Feb 10, 202043:27
EP. 015 It Never Will Make Sense - Mamba Midnight

EP. 015 It Never Will Make Sense - Mamba Midnight

In the wake of the sudden death of NBA All-Time Great Kobe Bryant, I share my feelings on the impact Kobe has had on the world. 

Feb 03, 202024:29
Ep. 014 Holiday Kitty Talk

Ep. 014 Holiday Kitty Talk

After a busy holiday season to close out 2019 we get back at it for the new year. We dive right into some interesting and explicit chatter with my ATL homie Kitty who introduces us to her annual Worst Behavior Tour. An annual adults-only trip to Hedonism in Jamaica! Grown folk talk on deck.....so enjoy just a taste of the lively conversation.  

There is more to come with Ms. Kitty so stay tuned...

Jan 09, 202046:27
EP. 013 Thank You

EP. 013 Thank You

Fresh from a Thanksgiving back home in NY. I share a few Holiday "Thank Yous" and chat on some personal moments that have made life quite the experience since moving to Philadelphia. 

Dec 01, 201924:01
EP.012 Rambling Before Turkey Day

EP.012 Rambling Before Turkey Day

After a little downtime, I'm back and sharing a few honest feelings with yall. 

Nov 21, 201929:39
EP. 011 Cartoons, Capitalism and Christopher

EP. 011 Cartoons, Capitalism and Christopher

We're back with a little entertainment talk. Some questioning on the way we view Black capitalism and quick comment on the "Christophers"...
Oct 16, 201944:19
Ep.010 All for One or All for Self

Ep.010 All for One or All for Self

Words from David Banner get the wheels spinning for this episode of Who's Listening. Audio clips via Complex
Sep 17, 201939:23
EP.009 Summer On The Way Out

EP.009 Summer On The Way Out

As the Summer season approaches its unofficial end we touch on a few of the current topics in news. media and more. Jay-Z, Donald Sterling and Dave Chappelle are on deck. Plus my first #914 Appreciation. 


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Aug 28, 201951:42
EP. 008 Introducing Lola Lepaon
Aug 10, 201953:01
EP.007 MoBay Back

EP.007 MoBay Back

Fresh off my Montego Bay vacation I share a few thoughts that came to me while recharging and as I prep myself for the second half was 2019. Special shout out to Tomika Anderson of Single Parents Who Travel for getting me involved with her group and this trip!
Jul 29, 201926:05
EP. 006 Alone In A Crowded Room

EP. 006 Alone In A Crowded Room

After taking a little time off for work and my family. I slide back into the recording mix to catch up and chat with the people. A little sports and a lot of self reflection. 

Jul 09, 201933:58
EP. 005 Gone Too Soon - RIP Nipsey Hussle

EP. 005 Gone Too Soon - RIP Nipsey Hussle

A good man in the Hip Hop community taken at the peak of the career.....

Apr 01, 201908:04
EP. 004 How Many of Us Have Them?

EP. 004 How Many of Us Have Them?

I'm 38 years old today and taking a moment to looking at the roles of friends in my life and to ponder how friendship works as the years roll by.
Mar 05, 201917:51
Ep. 003 Love is Love

Ep. 003 Love is Love

Post Valentines Day vibes.........whats love got to do with it? Lol

Feb 18, 201917:32
Ep.002 Bonds Vs Business -Dame Dash Appreciation

Ep.002 Bonds Vs Business -Dame Dash Appreciation

Diving into the ways that people view Dame Dash and the lesson that I've learned and that many others could gain from his approach to business.

Feb 11, 201923:44
Sick Day

Sick Day

When the flu hits can you turn a bad day good? I talk to the hidden positives of being forced to sit down for your own good.
Feb 05, 201910:14
11pm Ramblings (Jussie Smollett Reaction)

11pm Ramblings (Jussie Smollett Reaction)

Speaking on the latest incidents of violence against my people.

Jan 30, 201910:39
Thanks For the XXX

Thanks For the XXX

A question about my digital work history sparks a reflection on the unique road many online pros on my era traveled in the early social media years.

Jan 29, 201911:47