• HAS DATING BECOME TRANSACTIONAL?
    Aug 23 2023

    Modern dating and relationships barely resemble those of prior generations. As we pursue relationships in this era where being a savage is glamorized, we explore how the digital world and money impact the dating landscape for Black and Brown folks!

    - Humanity 101 - CH 6.

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    Feat: Lea Landaverde and Dr. Donna

    Donovan Thompson: EP, Host

    Constanza Eliana Chinea: Producer, Co-Host

    Danhy Clermont: Producer

    William Stallings: Executive Producer

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    44 mins
  • WILL CAPITALISM DESTROY HUMANITY?
    Aug 16 2023

    Capitalism is how the world goes round, but as the world heats up, tensions rise and the stakes get higher, should it be the standard? With climate change being an unavoidable concern, global inflation and threats of war on the horizon, it may be safe to say that capitalism is behind the world's biggest problems. Join us for a dope conversation about capitalism's impact on our community.

    - Capitalism 101.

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    Feat: Hope Giselle and Nautia Smalls

    Donovan Thompson: EP, Host

    Constanza Eliana Chinea: Producer, Co-Host

    Danhy Clermont: Producer

    William Stallings: Executive Producer

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    32 mins
  • RELIGIOSITY: DOES IT SERVE BLACK & BROWN PEOPLE?
    Aug 9 2023

    Religion and tradition are important to many in the Black and Brown communities. With the recent acknowledgement of the wrong doings of the Catholic church to indigenous Canadians and last week's anti-queer street execution of O'Shae Sibley, in this episode, we examine the role religion has played in our past and current reality. Does religion have a place in our future? - Accountability 101.

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    Feat: Tommy Garvin, Shanese Steele and Jo Luehmann

    Donovan Thompson: EP, Host

    Constanza Eliana Chinea: Producer, Co-Host

    Danhy Clermont: Producer

    William Stallings: Executive Producer

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    28 mins
  • GENDER WARS: BIG BUCKS & AN EVEN BIGGER DISTRACTION
    Aug 2 2023

    Our beloved Keke Palmer divided the internet like the red sea. That sheer dress seen around the world stirred up the ever familiar and ongoing debate about women’s body autonomy and men being unnecessarily vocal about what women should or shouldn't be wearing. Whether brought to you by the manosphere or your fav girl boss, gender wars are profitable but costly. Is it “nature” or is it "toxic"? In this episode, we explore how we got here and if it's killing our community's ability to heal.

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    Feat: Dr. Donna, Jimmy Toussaint, Nikki Valentine, Sunah Nash, "Juice" Pierce, Elijah Day and Eric Ford

    Donovan Thompson: EP, Host

    Constanza Eliana Chinea: Producer, Co-Host

    Danhy Clermont: Producer

    William Stallings: Executive Producer

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    39 mins
  • DO DEMOCRATS & REPUBLICANS DESERVE THE BLACK & BROWN VOTE?
    Jul 26 2023

    With major issues like low wages, hyper-division and climate change that threaten our actual existence, we seem to be faced with the never ending conundrum of voting for representatives that are more devoted to corporations and partisan politics rather than pushing policies that will ensure our future. Are republicans or democrats interested in working for the Black and Brown vote or do they feel entitled? Join us for Chapter 2 of Summer School as we continue our deep dive into Politics 101.

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    Featuring: Dr. Angel Jones, Karl W, Sylvester Ani Jr and Paige Fernandez

    Donovan Thompson: EP, Host

    Constanza Eliana Chinea: Producer, Co-Host

    Danhy Clermont: Producer

    William Stallings: Executive Producer

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    29 mins
  • CAN BLACK AND BROWN PEOPLE UNIFY POLITICALLY?
    Jul 19 2023

    Welcome to Summer School, our audio-only, 6 episode series tackling some topics that are important to us. Plus, this gives us an excuse to stay in touch while we gear up for season 2. First up, Politics 101! Over the last year, we have seen the reversal of Roe vs Wade, the end of affirmative action and the removal of several anti-discrimination protections. On this episode, Donovan and Eliana are joined by Karl, Paige, Dr. Angel and Sylvester to discuss why some Black folks and POC are being drawn to the republican party at a time when we need unity the most.

    Tag #thestrangerfruit or @ us on social media to let us know what you think of the episode! Remember, conflict + compassion = empathy.

    Featuring: Dr. Angel Jones, Karl W, Sylvester Ani Jr and Paige Fernandez

    Donovan Thompson: EP, Host

    Constanza Eliana Chinea: Producer, Co-Host

    Danhy Clermont: Producer

    William Stallings: Executive Producer

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    38 mins
  • THAT'S A WRAP - GET READY FOR SUMMER SCHOOL
    Jun 29 2023

    We did it!!! We are wrapping Season 1 of STRANGER FRUIT with 20 episodes under our belts! We are so grateful to all of our guests and subscribers for being part of this experiment to combat anti-Blackness and to showcase the diversity, complexity and beauty of the Black and Brown communities. As we gear up for Season 2, tune into STRANGER FRUIT presents Summer School, Wednesdays @ 6:30am for podcast episodes to keep the edutainment going.

    Timestamps

    00:39 The New Face Of LA Politics

    01:21 Does Mainstream Hip Hip Promote Violence?

    02:23 Colorism and Misogynoir Galore - Part 1

    02:56 Is Latinidad Anti-Black?

    04:52 Biracial Vs. Black: Who Has The Privilege?

    05:55 Does Mainstream Hip Hip Promote Violence?

    06:41 Biracial Vs. Black: Who Has The Privilege?

    07:42 Can There Be Unity Between Black People and POC?

    Tag #thestrangerfruit or @ us on social media to let us know what you think of Season 1! Remember, conflict + compassion = empathy.

    Donovan Thompson: EP, Host

    Constanza Eliana Chinea: Producer, Co-Host

    Danhy Clermont: Producer

    William Stallings: Executive Producer

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    9 mins
  • DOES HOMOPHOBIA DIVIDE OUR COMMUNITIES?
    Jun 21 2023

    Is the LGBTQ community being used as a pawn for American votes and church offerings? In this second part of our series on Queer Safety, we explore the cost of homophobia. Does it leave our communities fractured and vulnerable? What role do straight people play?

    Tag #thestrangerfruit or @ us on social media to let us know what you think of the episode! Remember, conflict + compassion = empathy.

    Featuring: Charles C. Patton, Juice Pierce, Qween Jean, Isaam Sharef , William Stallings III, Elijahdā Warner and Eric Ford

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    Donovan Thompson: EP, Host

    Constanza Eliana Chinea: Producer, Co-Host

    Danhy Clermont: Producer

    William Stallings: Executive Producer

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    Watch This Episode: YouTube

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    31 mins