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Powell to the People features comedian/nationally syndicated radio host Tony Powell and his fellow Powells (Keith, Mark, and Derek) having a barbershop style conversation about politics, pop-culture, sports, and the topics of the day. It’s a ”Grown Folk” take on the myriad issues facing us. We’re ”The Vintage People” , Your ”Old School” Uncles, and a Double Espresso shot of Wisdom. keeping it a 100. Whether it is Ninja Turtles, The Beatles, or The Powells, everyone loves a great foursome. We are Rebel Base 1. The place for progressive, left leaning thought in a dystopian America
Episodes

Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
The Greatest
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
In this week's episode the Powell men discuss Ken Burns' Muhammad Ali Documentary and share a surprising take on the remarkable life of the Greatest. Crime is on the rise in NYC and the Powell's revisit the idea of stop and frisk. While the pandemic is still exploding in some parts of the country, New York City has instituted vaccine mandates for municipal workers, which leads to a conversation on the NBA's vaccine protocols.
#Ali #TheGreatest #KenBurnsAli #MuhammadAli #StopandFrisk #vaccinemandateNYC #NYCteacersvaccinemandate #KyrieIrving #NBAvaccinepolicy

Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
Maskholes In Staten Alabama
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
This week's episode features a trio of Powells (Keith had off) addressing the issues of the day including a maskhole insurrection in the Staten Island mall food court, Black athletes and celebrities who refuse to get vaccinated, and Will and Jada defining the parameters of their relationship. The men also discuss the guilty verdict in R.Kelly's federal racketeering trial
#StatenIslandfoodcourt #Maskholes #Nickiminaj #WillandJada #vaccinemandates #JoshGordon #RKellyguilty #RKellyracketeering

Tuesday Sep 21, 2021
We Have Seen Some
Tuesday Sep 21, 2021
Tuesday Sep 21, 2021
This week's episode features the Powell men discussing the myriad changes that the world has experienced during their lifetimes. Global Warming, Moon Landings, Capitol Insurrection, the digital age, the first Black President, the first Game Show President, and a Global Pandemic just begin to scratch the surface of a change filled life.
#GlobalWarming #MoonLanding #Capitolriot #digitalage #selfdrivingcars #pandemic #WyattEarp

Tuesday Sep 14, 2021
See You In September
Tuesday Sep 14, 2021
Tuesday Sep 14, 2021
Fall is here and the Powell men share their thoughts on the change of season. They reflect on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11. They discuss the Fall's hurricane season, the passing of Actor Michael K. Williams, NFL football, and transgender MMA fighter Alana Mclaughlin.
#Fall2021 #September11 #RIPMichaelKWilliams #TheWire #BoardwalkEmpire #LovecraftCountry #NFLFootball #NFL #AlanaMclaughlin

Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
The HandMaid‘s Tale Texas Style
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
The Summer ends but the fun continues as the Powells wax nostalgic about Saturday morning TV. The discussion continues with the Powell men trying to shed light on the Covid-19 disinformation regarding the Delta variant. The conversation takes a serious turn when the men address Texas' draconian new abortion law and what it means for the country. Finally the Powells are ready for some football.
#LaborDay #Saturdaymorningcartoons #Covid19 #deltavariant #vaccinedisinformation #vaccineresistance #Texasabortionlaw #GregAbbott #PlannedParenthood #Abortionrights #NFLFantasyFootball

Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
A Spicy Curry
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
In this week's Episode the fellas gossip about the revelations coming to light in the Dell and Sonya Curry divorce case. Former NBA player Dell, and his soon to be former wife are the parents of current NBA superstar Steph Curry and his brother Seth, who also plays in the league. With allegations of infidelity on both sides this is about to get real messy and we're here for it. The Powells then take on the media fairness in their coverage of Biden and the Kabul evacuation. The conversation transitions to local government and new New York Governor Kathy Hochul. The chat ends with a discussion of NFL sexual freak Deshaun Watson and rumors surrounding a trade. What other podcast gives you sports, geopolitics, local government, and sex?
#DellCurry #StephCurry #SonyaCurry #CurryDivorce #BidenAdministration #KabulEvacuation #KathyHochul #DeshaunWatsontrade #MiamiDolphins #NBA #NFL

Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
Who Was That Masked Man
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
The Powells are back this week to discuss Mark's fine and whether or not we need a mask mandate as Covid continues to spike in the Southern U.S. infecting children and their parents while schools begin to re-open. A brief discussion about Governor Andrew Cuomo's last day in office is upon us leads to reflection on the dark days of 2020. The fellas acknowledge Kobe Bryant's 43rd birthday and remark on the shock they still feel. The episode concludes with a follow up on our thoughts regarding senior care.
#Redstatecovid #Deltavariant #maskmandate #covidpassport #mandatoryvaccine #vaccinemandate #AndrewCuomo #Kobe43 #Kobe #Mambabirthday #Kobebirthday #seniorhealthcare #eldercare

Tuesday Aug 17, 2021
20 Years 2 Trillion
Tuesday Aug 17, 2021
Tuesday Aug 17, 2021
This week the Powell men, minus Mark, discuss the collapse of Afghanistan after 20 years and 2 trillion dollars invested. The men remark on the sad visuals of men running down the tarmac to catch a U.S. cargo plane. The conversation turns to the aftermath of The Cuomo resignation. The show ends with a discussion of the out of control Delta Variant of Covid and the possibility of booster shots.
#Afghanistan #Afghanistanairport #Kabul #Taliban #Cuomoresigns #CuomoResignation #Deltavariant #Covid #Redstatecovid #Desantis

Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
Keep Your Hands To Yourself
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
In this week's episode the Powell men discuss NY Governor Andrew Cuomo's problems and break news with his surprise resignation. The conversation turns to R.Kelly's legal woes as his trial begins and suggest that he cop a plea while he can. A discussion of NBA player P.J. Washington follows as Washington is facing 200k in child support following his poor decision. Luka Doncic's new contract and caring for aging parents closes out this week's episode.
#AndrewCuomo # GovernorCuomoresigns #BrittanyCamissio #GovernorKathyHochul #RKellytrial #PJWashington #LukaDonciccontract #DallasMavericks #AgingParents

Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
Simone
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
This week's episode features the Powell men discussing the disrespect shown to Olympic champion Simone Biles following her decision to not participate in the Tokyo games citing her mental health. We question Keith's mental health following the revelation that his softball league team has won three games in three years. The Powell's shout out Jasmine Camacho-Quinn for winning the 100M hurdles for Puerto Rico. The conversation takes a serious turn as the fellas address the looming eviction crisis. Stop and frisk closes out the episode as the guys talk gun violence in NYC.
#SimoneBiles #MentalHeath #TokyoOlympics #JasmineCamachoQuinn #Boricuanation #PuertoRico #evictioncrisis #evictionmoratorium #gunviolence