To redefine how we perceive, exchange and distribute value (in order) to inspire our neighbors to take practical steps that lead to far-reaching social, environmental and economic upliftment as we double down on our commonalities and work through our differences, (always) guided by our moral compass and empowered by selfless love.
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Welcome to Got’s To Do Better My Brotha’ - where two Black co-workers hold it down in the heart of MAGA country, navigating conversations that blend culture, politics, and spirituality. In a world full of division, we bring you real talk with heart, humor, and a focus on uplifting our community. In our first episode, we explore the issues that shap…
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The Church - Where Are Your Tithe Dollars Going?
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In this episode, we continue exploring the intersection of faith and accountability, with a special focus on tithing. We’re also excited to introduce the video component to our audio podcast focused on social, environmental, economic and spiritual sustainability - Now our ministry is ready to go anywhere from events and street corners to community …
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Black Dating + Black Voting ++ The Rise of Black Maga +++
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This episode explores critical issues, including the accountability of the Black community for dating outside the race, the implications of not voting as a unified block, the rise of Black MAGA and the importance of speaking out against Christian nationalism. Reference videos DR Umar YouTube Mother Jones The Rise of Black MAGA The Value Exchange We…
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DNC Week In Review - Fear & Faith & The Fight To Save Democracy
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In this episode, we unpack the key moments from the Democratic National Convention, where the stakes couldn't be higher. As fear and faith battle for dominance in the political arena, we explore how these forces shape the narrative of an election that presents a clear choice between democracy and authoritarianism. What role does fear play in drivin…
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Servant Leadership - Introducing The God Beat (Open Mic and Unedited)
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Peace and Blessings Beat by Trev, resampled from Queen "We Will Rock You, Inspired By U.S.A. Chants + We're Number One chants and 3 Act Narratives, produced by The Holy Trinity owned by you. Fellowship with us The Value Exchange Website The Value Exchange YouTube Channel Sound equipment courtesy of https://instagram.com/micbikesnyc…
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It's 4:36 AM Monday August 12th - The Second Spiritual Re-awakening.
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After a long and discouraging month of ministry at my workplace —where every effort to find common ground despite our differences seemed to fall short I experienced a profound spiritual awakening. As I reflected on Matthew 4:23, which tells of Jesus teaching in synagogues, proclaiming the good news, and healing every disease and sickness, I realize…
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The New Capitalism Thesis : Why Trickle Down Economics Doesn’t Work and How We can Fix it
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Hello neighbors Trev here - In 2020, during the George Floyd protests, I observed activists mobilizing crowds to donate money through cash apps based on sheer charisma. I wondered why a charismatic BLM activist isn’t valued like a young tech entrepreneur. Possibly... Supply-side economics supports working with trickle-down effects. However, it lack…
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The Organic Donut - The Evolution of Capitalism
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We are remixing the innovative donut model introduced by economist Kate Raworth where the surplus supports the shortfall in an organic self-perpetual model of sustainability. Originating from our latest acronym CEM (The Capitalist Enhancement Model) the goal is to build a sustainable economic justice model that taps into the incentives of capitalis…
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The Economics of Your Vote: Black Voters and the Left
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Why do Black voters often align with the left, especially after President Joe Biden's endorsement of Kamala Harris for the 2024 race? In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of politics, race, and economics, exploring the historical and contemporary factors that shape this voting trend. Join us as we unpack the complexities of voter beh…
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A Nation on Edge: Reflections on the Trump Assassination Attempt
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In this special episode, we interrupt our regular programming to address a critical and alarming event: the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. This incident has sent shockwaves through our nation, deepening the divisions that already exist on both sides of the political spectrum. The Value Exchange Website The Value Exchange Yo…
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Instead Of Reparations... Part 3 Not With My Tax Dollars!
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Welcome to "Instead of Reparations," a thought-provoking series exploring an innovative initiative that calls on corporations to take direct action in addressing economic inequalities. Rather than waiting for governmental reparations, this movement urges companies to voluntarily allocate a percentage of their revenue back to the communities from wh…
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Instead Of Reparations... Part 2 - Working With The Enemy
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Welcome to "Instead of Reparations," a thought-provoking series exploring an innovative initiative that calls on corporations to take direct action in addressing economic inequalities. Rather than waiting for governmental reparations, this movement urges companies to voluntarily allocate a percentage of their revenue back to the communities from wh…
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Instead Of Reparations... Part 1 The FellowShop
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We are requesting that national brands offer a 15% discount on all their products to their local churches. This discount will help mitigate the economic impact of hollowing out our local economies and support our local communities in need. In this episode we announce our call to action. Episode Links Kate Rawrorth Doughnut Economics Jesse Links htt…
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Economies of Religion, Redefinition and Exploitation in The Church
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From Freedom Market to Spread Love {FM} to The Value Exchange, our journey spans from economic justice to spirituality and back. The Value Exchange Website The Value Exchange YouTube Channel Sound equipment courtesy of https://instagram.com/micbikesnycAutor: Trevor Bayack, Shawn Sandy, Kurt Blackman
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TVEW - Making Space For MAGA + Are We a Church? Not according to our members
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Last week, we launched our first Value Exchange weekend, aimed at encouraging discussions among both like-minded individuals and neighbors with diverse perspectives, all in the spirit of outreach and faith-building. This week, we prepare our regulars to welcome neighbors from various political, social, and spiritual backgrounds into our church comm…
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SOS Workshop - How To Launch a Church / The Membership Drive
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SOS - How to Launch a Church is a compelling podcast that delves into the grassroots efforts of The Value Exchange Fellowship organizers as they embark on a mission to establish a new, purpose-driven church. Each episode follows their journey, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of cold calling friends, family, and even strangers, to recruit m…
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Spiritual maturity involves deeply understanding and integrating spiritual principles into our lives to promote sustainability and community well-being. This requires recognizing our shortcomings, such as actions that harm the environment or social justice, and being willing to change. Misinterpreting scripture can be a sign of spiritual immaturity…
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The Gospel Of Peace - From Sean Combs Abuse to Turning Over Tables In The Temple!
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In this episode we delve into why people lose their peace, give in to anger, and the harmful effects of these emotions. Our conversation will include the Sean Combs abuse case. We will ground our discussion in Ephesians 6:15: "And having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace." We end the episode with our tooic based open mic. O…
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The Spiritual Operating Systems, how enhancing your spiritual preparedness can positively impact your daily life. Hello all Trev here, In this first episode, I share my testimony about my past encounters with recreational drugs during my time away from my current religious beliefs. My recent spiritual reconnection has compelled me to share this to …
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Navigating Ideological Bubbles: Roger Fortson and Cultivating Accountability, Empathy, and Forgiveness
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We take an introspective look at the dynamics of ideological bubbles, with a particular focus on a recent case involving the killing of Airman Roger Fortson by a Florida Police Officer. These bubbles often place the self or the group at the center, creating an environment where different perspectives are not only ignored but often unwelcome. A crit…
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Humility Rising - Navigating Spiritual Activism in Divisive Times
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As a committed spiritual activist based in a conservative area of Florida, I've engaged in deep dialogues that challenged and refined my beliefs in spirituality and social justice. These interactions, while difficult, taught me the importance of developing strategies to maintain my integrity and effectively communicate across deep divides. In today…
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🔒 The Sandy Family Summit - African Princes & Slave Revolts +++
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Subscriber-only episode Once a month, the Sandy Family gathers on Zoom to connect through tales of their illustrious lineage, including royal ancestors, valiant warriors, and epic revolts, as well as rich folklore and love stories. These reunions are not only a celebration of their history but also a forum for planning their collective future, focu…
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Before The Fall - A Spiritual Discussion on Humility on Race, on Art and The Sustainability of it All
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In many spiritual traditions, pride is often viewed as a significant barrier to true communal harmony and spiritual growth. This idea is encapsulated in the adage "pride cometh before the fall," which serves as a cautionary reminder that those who hold themselves in excessively high regard are often at risk of a greater downfall. This excessive pri…
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Organic vs. Organized Religion - Alternative Spaces For Spirituality + Our Open Mic Poetry Readings
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This week on The Fellowship for the first time we post to the podcast moments from our first hour of The Value Exchange where we catch up on the various activities from our group. We then go into our hot topic, where we examine the differences between organic and structured spiritual communities. This session will explore how traditional religious …
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Wisdom Beyond Walls - A Dialogue on Housing - Featuring Merill and the Return of Grace Daley +++
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This week on the Value Exchange Fellowship, we are delighted to welcome Grace Daley once again as she joins us to reinforce our commitment made during last week's show to address the immediate needs of several families in our community. Following that, we introduce Merrill, whom we met at last week’s SALT outreach. Merrill will discuss the challeng…
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Grace Daley on Why She Gave Up Her Pro-Basketball Career for Jesus + Open Mic
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We are pleased to welcome Grace Daley, a former WNBA and FIBA player, who speaks about leaving a professional basketball career for her faith and about her initiative, CarePortal. We also present our Open Mic Segment featuring Honest 211 with "Avey’s Room" and Trevz's AI-Generated Poem, "The Algorithm of Sustainability." Enjoy The Value Exchange We…
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Seeking Equilibrium - Immediate Well-being vs. Long Term Sustainability
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In this episode, we explore the wisdom of Titus 3:14, emphasizing the importance of good works to meet urgent needs, guided by our values. We delve into a critical question: How do we balance addressing immediate needs with fostering long-term sustainability? Guided by three perspectives—the spiritual, the practical, and the philosophical—we seek t…
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What Is Your Gospel? And Is your approach more about preaching or inspiring?
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In this episode, we delve into the core of our shared messages to the world through activism, spirituality, or parenting. The heart of our discussion asks, "What is your gospel?" prompting a deep dive into how we relay our fundamental messages and whether our approach is more inspirational or prescriptive. We'll explore the balance between motivati…
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The Objectivity of Sustainability presented at The Value Exchange Fellowship
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Our "The Objectivity of Sustainability" discussion, hosted by The Value Exchange Fellowship, not only marked a pivotal moment for actionable strategies ahead of our next Day of Outreach on April 13th but also represented the launch of our virtual meetups as podcasts. Participants from across the U.S., zooming in from Florida to Detroit to New York,…
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LIVE: Voices From Margins: Unveiling Resilience & Providing Support with Showers, Haircuts, Clothing
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"Echoes of Hope: Uncovering Resilience at the Community's Edge" showcases not only the powerful narratives of those living on the fringes but also highlights the tangible support provided through our collaboration with SALT outreach. Participants in "Voices from the Margins" received free showers, haircuts, and clothing from SALT outreach, offering…
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The Impact of Racist Remarks and Conversations Leading to Employee Resignation
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Overhearing a conversation riddled with racist remarks about illegal immigration at work is not only deeply troubling but also indicative of a significant problem within the workplace culture. Such discussions, laden with harmful stereotypes and blatant racism, not only undermine the principles of respect and dignity but also create an environment …
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Israel Palestine the Holy Scripture and Capitalism - Day 4: The Value Exchange Project - Wrap!
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In a remarkable encounter at work, my coworker and I delved into a series of contentious topics—gun control, LGBTQ+ rights, Trump versus Black Lives Matter, border security, and religion—despite our starkly opposing views. What could have easily turned into a heated debate, instead unfolded as a respectful and insightful discussion, characterized b…
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Black Lives Maga - Day 3: The Value Exchange Project - Coworkers Talk TRUMP & BLM
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Day 2: The Value Exchange Project - Coworkers Talk About LGBTQ+.
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In a remarkable encounter at work, my coworker and I delved into a series of contentious topics—gun control, LGBTQ+ rights, Trump versus Black Lives Matter, border security, and religion—despite our starkly opposing views. What could have easily turned into a heated debate, instead unfolded as a respectful and insightful discussion, characterized b…
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Day 1: The Value Exchange Project - Coworkers Talk About Guns.
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In a remarkable encounter at work, my coworker and I delved into a series of contentious topics—gun control, LGBTQ+ rights, Trump versus Black Lives Matter, border security, and religion—despite our starkly opposing views. What could have easily turned into a heated debate, instead unfolded as a respectful and insightful discussion, characterized b…
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We are calling it a wrap on this chapter and introducing a new podcast! Here is the link! New podcast link Enjoy! 📖 Opening music credits courtesy of https://thecollektiv.com The Value Exchange Website The Value Exchange YouTube Channel Sound equipment courtesy of https://instagram.com/micbikesnycAutor: Trevor Bayack
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"Man vs Machine" encapsulates the age-old struggle between human intellect and technological advancements. This ongoing narrative explores the complex relationship between humans and machines, delving into the realms of competition, cooperation, and ethical considerations. In this episode Trevor the host has a design face-off against ChatGPT. + int…
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Coming Out Of The Closet + War What is it Good For? ++ Getting Comfortable With Discomfort
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This week we discuss coming out of the closet starting with my own reveal. Plus Israel vs Palestine - what does it mean to die for love instead of to live with hate? Also getting comfortably uncomfortable. Enjoy! 🔗 ☎️ Youtube Version Leave a voicemail on our hotline. Some answers will be posted on our podcast. Call 347-354-5683 🛒 Support our missio…
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AI, Deep Fake Scams, Spirituality and The Faustian Bargain We Made for “Progress” + A Health Update
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Are we really better off in a world of unmitigated technological advancing? And what role does spirituality play in this rapidly changing world? Plus we come face to face with an AI Scam you won’t believe, or maybe you would. Plus voicemails, a health update, a couple of readings and more. Enjoy! 🔗 Youtube Version Myspace Heroes Teaser Virtual Insa…
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Spiritual Activism + Our A. I. Responsibility + Getting off Hypertension Meds + Count our Blessings!
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How do we effectively engage spiritually outside our familiar circles. Plus getting off hypertension meds through dieting. We also present the first Spread Love Hotline voicemails answering the call to count our blessings. You to can leave a voicemail on our hotline by finishing this sentence... “I’m blessed because ________ Some answers will be po…
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Holistic Healing, Healthy Social Media Engagement, Faith, Love and Religion + Why Gathering Matters
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In this episode I expand on spirituality and my journey to heal my hypertension through my diet. I also examine my strategy for healthy social media engagement, plus I dive deeper into my spiritual journey of faith and love. Brian Lehrer Oliver Anthony Episode Forks Over Knives Documentary The Value Exchange Website The Value Exchange YouTube Chann…
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Gathering Matters - How to Build an Analog Community in a Digital World
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In June of 2020 in the middle of a global pandemic I became a part of the most memorable gathering in my lifetime. For 583 consecutive nights I was a part of McCarren Gathering in Brooklyn NYC, and in the years leading up to that Gathering I was one of the pioneers in social media blogging documenting gatherings of every size curated by neighbors f…
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How To Work Together When You Disagree - With Oliver Anthony & Jordan Peterson + Introverted 1992
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Can neighbors from the opposite side of the political spectrum work productively together? Oliver Anthony thinks so. Hear The Brooklyn Activist give his feedback of the Oliver Anthony, Jordan Peterson interview. Support our mission for Free Lunches and Groceries for our neighbors on our Open Collective page https://opencollective.com/slfm Podcast L…
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My Road Back To Christianity - Recorded Live at Spring Hill Seventh Day Adventist Church!
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Hello Neighbors Trev here; I was invited to speak at Spring Hill, SDA Church, where I shared my spiritual journey that took me away from my christian foundation and towards materialism, fame and wealth. Eventually I found my purpose in life through faith. This is my first live testimony of that journey, enjoy. Trev Video Link The Value Exchange Web…
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The Medical Emergency That Launched Spread Love FM - Anniversary Special!
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One year ago this month I asked myself this question... If I only had one year to live, what would I do? My answer… I would Spread Love. 5 Days later I was in the emergency room. Hear the origin story that launched Spread Love FM the podcast one year ago, with a look back at our first episode featuring Nunnie Jordan who's near death story launched …
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Oliver Anthony in His Own Words + The Myth of “Right” and “Left” in Politics Debunked +++
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Oliver Anthony records a message aimed at those who aim to weaponize his music to divide us. Plus in our podcast review, we look at the myth of “Right” and “Left”. A timely subject matter that we hope elevates the neighborly discourse. Thank you! -Trev (The Brooklyn Activist) Video Podcast Link Links The myth of “Right” and “Left” on Tangle Grandma…
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An Oliver Anthony inspired mend between friends. + A Mock Debate with Billionaires Over "Rich Men"
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Hello neighbors - Trev here : One week ago a friend of mine sent me a video from the other side of the political spectrum. My response one week ago today kicked off a week of engagement that gave me hope that bridges can be built spanning the narratives of division. In this week of bridge-building there was one bridge that needed major work between…
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Brooklyn Activist Responds to the Responses of "Rich Men North of Richmond" + 20th Century Journals
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How does an activist looking to get off the "Attention Farm" navigate his own Oliver Anthony anthem "Rich Men North of Richmond" going viral? https://youtu.be/AjB2VXcN7xA The Value Exchange Website The Value Exchange YouTube Channel Sound equipment courtesy of https://instagram.com/micbikesnycAutor: Trev FM
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Brooklyn Activist Reviews Oliver Anthony "Rich Men North of Richmond" - Bonus Episode!
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Economic Activist and native Brooklynite born out of Hip Hop has something to say about the Anthony Oliver anthem. Video Podcast Link The Value Exchange Website The Value Exchange YouTube Channel Sound equipment courtesy of https://instagram.com/micbikesnycAutor: Trev FM
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My “Gay Rights” Apology + Life Beyond The Clock + 400 Souls
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This week Trev reflects on some harmful words he wrote in his journals and how sharing this apology may help heal a community. Plus a look at the invasive time-suck that capitalism is with a podcast review. Also we failed to announce the book that was read, it is Four Hundred Souls: A Community History of African America, 1619–2019 is a 2021 anthol…
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