Topic: R Kelly

The segment details how the Mann Act was used to imprison boxing champion Jack Johnson in 1912 for his relationships with white women. The hosts draw parallels between Johnson's "immoral purposes" conviction and modern cases involving R. Kelly and Sean "Diddy" Combs. They note that while John McCain and Barack Obama failed to act, Donald Trump eventually pardoned Jack Johnson in 2018.

Strategy 17 focuses on sowing dissension from within. The hosts analyze the public infighting between conservative figures like Ben Shapiro, Candace Owens, and Megyn Kelly as a "destruction before our eyes." They argue that the ultimate "joint" being attacked is the family unit, using divisive terminology to create internal conflict.

Melba Patillo Beals, one of the Little Rock Nine, recounts the severe physical and emotional abuse she suffered during the integration of Central High School, including being attacked with acid and fire. The hosts contrast her harrowing reality with the more sanitized version of events often presented in the media. The discussion also touches on the absence of black male protection in these scenarios, suggesting that the households involved were strategically selected for their non-violent temperaments.

Comedian DL Hughley comments on the intense vitriol directed at Kevin Samuels following his passing, comparing the negative sentiment to the warmer condolences sometimes offered to criminals like R. Kelly. The conversation explores the irony of Samuels' death, which reportedly occurred while he was with a woman who did not fit his "high-value" criteria. This segment examines why Samuels' critiques of women elicited such a strong "dancing on the grave" response from the public.

Adam Curry mentions his appearance on the Megyn Kelly show, where he discussed Meghan Markle using the "Black Queen, White Queen" framework. He also shares a story about his uncle, a former CIA operative, asking for advice on how to connect with "inner-city youth" by mentioning his experience carrying an Uzi. The hosts use these anecdotes to illustrate the disconnect between elite posturing and actual human connection.

The release of Bill Cosby is contrasted with the ramping up of the R. Kelly trial, noting the media's focus on predatory tropes. Gloria Allred discusses a pending civil case in California involving Judy Huth and an alleged incident at the Playboy Mansion. Because Cosby can no longer be tried criminally for these specific acts, Allred explains he can no longer invoke the Fifth Amendment to avoid testifying in upcoming civil depositions.

The discussion explores why Bill Cosby lacked a support system during his trial, attributing it to his history of "wagging his finger" at the black community regarding respectability politics. While figures like Elvis Presley remain protected by their fanbases, Cosby's "pull your pants up" rhetoric alienated potential defenders. The segment also touches on the financial value of media catalogs, suggesting that platforms like Netflix may eventually bring back The Cosby Show once the controversy fades.

Mark Cuban tells Megyn Kelly that he is "okay with doing business with China" because they are a customer, despite their human rights record. The hosts point out the hypocrisy of the NBA's "silence is violence" mantra when it comes to Chinese revenue. They also recall the forced sale of the LA Clippers by Donald Sterling, noting that Sterling profited immensely from the "punishment."

Professor Robin Kelly, author of Hammer and Ho, documents how the Communist Party organized black sharecroppers in Alabama during the 1930s. The movement grew to 12,000 members in the Black Belt counties, predating the traditional civil rights movement by decades. Kelly notes that there has been a concerted effort in academia and media to tamp down the historical connection between communism and racial justice struggles.

Gail Lukasik discovered her mother, Elvira Frederick, had been passing for white for decades after finding a birth certificate marked "colored." Her mother had hidden her African American father and mixed-race mother from her husband and children. Lukasik describes her mother's meticulous habits, such as wearing white foundation to bed, to maintain the deception until her death.

A recurring critique of Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King involves their perceived inconsistency in covering sexual misconduct allegations. While they have been aggressive in reporting on black figures like R. Kelly and Michael Jackson, they have been accused of showing more empathy toward white colleagues like Charlie Rose and Les Moonves. This perceived double standard has fueled a "gender war" narrative within the black community regarding the protection of powerful men.

Investigative reporter Kelly Riddell of the Washington Times details the financial links between George Soros's Open Society Institute and Black Lives Matter affiliates. High-profile entertainers like Jay-Z and Beyonce have also contributed significant funds to the movement. The discussion posits that Sean King eventually replaced DeRay McKesson as the primary figurehead for these well-funded organizations, leading to the current professional rivalry.

A clip from the film Trick Baby illustrates a theory regarding how the elite neutralize potential black leaders by bringing them into white society. This concept is applied to Jay-Z's NFL deal, comparing it to Bill Cosby's controversial "pound cake" speech. The discussion notes that public figures like R. Kelly maintain protection only as long as they have overwhelming community support.

Mo compares Jay-Z's current standing to Bill Cosby's "pull up your pants" moment in the 1990s, which alienated many young Black men. They discuss the concept of respectability politics and how Cosby lost support by criticizing youth culture, whereas figures like R. Kelly maintained support despite criminal allegations. Mo shares a personal anecdote about his father's reaction to the "Jump Around" fashion trend of wearing clothes backward.