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America 250 " Can America Still Celebrate Together? | The Thought Brothers Discuss
11+ hour, 22+ min ago (297+ words) As America celebrates its 250th year of independence, one question continues to spark conversations around dinner tables, in barbershops, and across social media_ Can America still celebrate together? This week, The Thought Brothers take on one of the biggest questions facing our…...
America 250: Can America Still Celebrate Together? | The Thought Brothers
12+ hour, 25+ min ago (208+ words) As America celebrates its 250th year of independence, one question continues to spark conversations around dinner tables, in barbershops, and across social media: Can America still celebrate together? This week, The Thought Brothers take on one of the biggest questions facing…...
America Deserves an "F" by Stan Harrison
13+ hour, 5+ min ago (571+ words) As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, true financial independence remains out of reach for the average American household. In a country known for its vast wealth, it is striking that 70% of that wealth is held by just…...
Reflecting on America on Our 250th Birthday by Col. Eric Garvin USAF (Ret.)
19+ hour, 10+ min ago (209+ words) Tipping Point: Throughout my life, I believed in being respectful and tolerant of others" political views. That changed on January 6, 2021, when I watched Donald Trump lead an insurrection to upend our democracy. From that moment on, I saw him as…...
Legacy, Loss & Leveling Up: "The Next Little Black Book of Success
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (171+ words) What began as a conversation about The Next Little Black Book of Success became a heartfelt celebration of leadership, mentorship, and legacy. On this special episode of The Thought Brothers, hosts Bill Spivey, Carlos Prillman, C. J. Johnson, and moderator Gary Johnson…...
A Tale of Two Presidencies: What the Obama Center Reminds Us About Leadership
1+ week, 6+ day ago (951+ words) By Gary "Johnson " Founder & Publisher (Black Men In America. com) Today I watched television coverage of the opening of the Barack Obama Presidential Center, and it was a stark reminder of what leadership can look like at its best. As…...
The Uncle Nearest Story: Legacy, History & Community
1+ week, 6+ day ago (123+ words) What happens when history leaves out some of its most important contributors? On this episode of The Thought Brothers, host Gary Johnson is joined by co-hosts Carlos Prillman, C. J. Johnson, and special guest co-host Col. Eric Garvin (substituting for Mr. Spivey)…...
Gone Too Soon: 12 Black Men Who Passed Away in their 50s
2+ week, 2+ day ago (482+ words) By Barry Anderson'June 9, 2026 No matter what age a beloved friend or someone you feel close to passes away, it can sometimes leave you shocked and heartbroken. But many emotions and feelings are heightened when they're gone at a young age....
Common Sense, Manhood, and the Rules We Live By
3+ week, 12+ hour ago (202+ words) What happened to common sense? Are there still unwritten rules of manhood that every man should know? What should a man always do? What should a man never do? And while we're at it, who wins tonight's NBA Finals showdown…...
Whistleblowers, Democracy, and the Courage to Speak Truth to Power
3+ week, 23+ hour ago (151+ words) What happens when an ordinary citizen finds themselves standing at the crossroads of truth and power? In this compelling episode of Seeking Truth and Justice, host Lawrence Lucas sits down with renowned whistleblower advocate Marcel Reid, co-founder and organizer of…...