This episode dives deep into the Brilliance of a young man, Frederick Akpoghene, who is traveling down the autonomous vehicle path that no Black person has traveled in history, all while standing on the shoulders of another Brilliant Black man, Frederick Douglass Patterson, who was the first to build his own automobile manufacturing business in the early 20th Century.

Frederick's life has been filled with strong women, a supportive father who had a vision for his son that he may not have found on his own and a pioneering wife. It's amazing how well this couple compliments each other in many facets of life. For one, they're both awesome individuals and trailblazing entrepreneurs in their own industries.

If you would like to invest in this Brilliant Brother, he's currently raising funds on Start Engine:

https://www.startengine.com/jego

If you'd like to follow and/or connect with Frederick Akpoghene his social media accounts are below:

LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederick-a-kevbe

JEGO INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/jegotechnologies

ABOVAV INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/abovav_mind

We delve into the life of the Brilliant Brother, Jason Linton, who went from a part-time substitute teacher barely making it financially to a Famous TikTok Content Creator with nearly 12 million followers and income beyond his wildest dreams. If you're half amazed at this young man as I am, you'll love this interview. He opens up about his trials and tribulations and his triumphs and we're tremendously proud of him. Enjoy! If you're on TikTok, please follow him @dadlifejason and don't forget to follow us @blvcklyst and @blvcklyst_tiktokfamous.

Since the first African set foot on this land we call America, we have NOT received justice. It has been a long road and as a 50 year old Black man, I have had it. 

I recently wrote an article expressing my feelings about this country I continue to love…not because it has lived up to its promise, but because it appears to be always working to do so.  This podcast is dedicated to that article.

Don’t get me wrong, there are many evil souls out here trying to return this country back to what it was when they thought America was greater.  The closer to slavery the better, but I have a rude awakening…THIS WILL NEVER HAPPEN!!  

Give me liberty and justice or give me death before this country ever returns to where my ancestors were treated like cattle.

Take some time to listen to this episode. I hope you’re educated, entertained and motivated to DO BETTER!

(EXPLICIT LANGUGAGE WARNING – There is some explicit language at the end of this episode during my commentary.)

Take Care!

Bessie Blount Griffin was one of the Brilliant Black Sisters in American History that many have never heard of. She was highly respected in her field and had many accomplishments that America did not fully appreciate, but France and Belgium showed her much love.

If you like the music in our video, here’s a list of the songs and links to download from iTunes: (fyi, we are an affiliate to Apple Music and will receive a nominal fee for purchases – Thank You in advance for your support!)

Ballin’ the Jack
by James Reese Europe
YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZplv2d_u44&t=37s

We could not find Mr. Reese’s version on Apple Music, but we did find one of his albums:

James Reese Europe’s
369th U.S. Infantry “Hell Fighters” Band (Remastered)
https://apple.co/3teub9w

Sixty Minute Man
by The Dominoes
https://apple.co/2O0oDiZ

Deed I Do by Lena Horne
YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQ1PB0LWrgM

We could not locate Lena Horne’s version on Apple Music, but we did find one of her albums:

Lena Horne’s Greatest Hits
https://apple.co/3avKo1I

Lawdy Miss Clawdy
by Lloyd Price
https://apple.co/3jf7yNB

Pretend
by Nat King Cole
https://apple.co/3r8VArF

Everyday People
by Sly & The Family Stone
https://apple.co/3pFrP1g

The Best of My Love
by The Emotions
https://apple.co/2MI3qJY

How Many Times Can We Say Goodbye
by Dionne Warwick & Luther Vandross
https://apple.co/3rfdpFE
Pretty Wings
by Maxwell
https://apple.co/3cxLn3J

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Welcome to Black Brilliance On The B-Side Podcast!

In this episode, we’re focused on bringing our audience Black Brilliance from the Past. Dorothy Vaughan was a Brilliant Teacher, Scientist, Mathematician and Human Computer that you must know more about.

“I changed what I could and what I couldn’t I endured.” – Dorothy Vaughan

After listening to this episode, please reflect and activate your own Brilliance to enhance the lives of those around you.

If you like any of the songs from this episode, the links to download them are below:

(Full Disclosure: We are an affiliate to Apple Music and will receive a nominal fee for any purchases. Thanks for supporting our content.)

1910 – W.C. Handy – St. Louis Blues – https://apple.co/3r8wnxK

1925 – Ma Rainey – See See Rider Blues – https://apple.co/3r4jftN

1929 – Fats Waller – Ain’t Misbehavin’ – https://apple.co/302RYvP

1932 – Louis Armstrong – All of Me – https://apple.co/37UFRFe

1949 – Louis Jordan & His Tympany Five – Saturday Night Fish Fry – https://apple.co/3q5DXIn

1958 – The Platters – Twilight Time – https://apple.co/3dXC4Lk

1971 – Al Green – Let’s Stay Together – https://apple.co/3uHqbiI

2008 – Rihanna – Take A Bow – https://apple.co/3bICEtG

Please remember that “It takes a Village” to raise a community and you’re now a welcomed member of the Black Brilliance tribe.

Take care!

Welcome to Black Brilliance On The B-Side Podcast!
In this episode, we’re focused on bringing our audience Black Brilliance from the Past. Otis Frank Boykin was a Brilliant Engineer, Inventor and Entrepreneur that you must know more about.

“Our past is rich with examples of Black Brilliance, if we’re willing to shed light on them.”

After listening to this episode, we would love for you to reflect and activate your own Brilliance to enhance the lives of those around you.
If you like any of the songs from this episode, the links to download them are below:
(Full Disclosure: We are an affiliate to Apple Music and will receive a nominal fee for any purchases. Thanks for supporting our content.)
Mamie Smith – Crazy Blues – https://apple.co/2N2RTpa
Count Basie Orchestra – Blue and Sentimental – https://apple.co/3b8ihWs
The Ink Spots – I Don’t Want to Set the World On Fire – https://apple.co/3rZ8wAQ
King Cole Trio – Straighten Up and Fly Right – https://apple.co/2ZmAXfO
Louis Jordan – Choo Choo Ch’Boogie – https://apple.co/3qkm35v
James Brown – Try Me – https://apple.co/3pmBWad
Aretha Franklin – Respect – https://apple.co/2NbSu7J
Marvin Gaye – Sexual Healing – https://apple.co/3s0Bgcy
Please remember that “It takes a Village” to raise a community and you’re now a welcomed member of the Black Brilliance tribe.
Take care!

Welcome to Black Brilliance On The B-Side Podcast!

In this episode, we focus on bringing our audience the Brilliance of the Future, as well as, the Past.

Mark Eckhardt is a Brilliant Social Entrepreneur that you must know about. His spirited vision will touch your soul and give you something to think about. One thing about Mark is if you truly listen to him, you will always take away something great and/or profound.

“Wisdom is only priceless when it’s shared.”

After watching this episode, we would love for you to reflect, implement and/or share what you heard to improve or enhance the lives of those around you.

Please remember that “It takes a Village” to raise a community and you’re now a welcomed member.

If you want to know more about Mark Eckhart, CEO at Common, you can go to his website at www.common.is

In addition, we suggest you head on over to his newest venture, One Million Truths at www.onemilliontruths.com and submit your own Truth.