Trey's Table

By: James Smith
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  • A podcast about African American politics, history, and culture.
    Copyright James Smith
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  • Trey’s Table Episode 143: Beds Are Burning

    Trey’s Table Episode 143: Beds Are Burning
    Oct 3 2024
    Welcome back to Trey’s Table Podcast! In our latest episode, we dive deep into the powerful resonance of Midnight Oil's iconic song "Beds Are Burning" and how its message inspired a broader conversation about reparations for African Americans.

    As a host passionate about African American history, politics, and culture, I believe it’s essential to explore how music can serve as a catalyst for social change. Midnight Oil, an Australian rock band, released "Beds Are Burning" in 1987 as a rallying cry against the injustices faced by Indigenous Australians. The song's urgent tone and poignant lyrics emphasize the need for action and accountability, reminding us that change does not happen without a collective effort to address past wrongs.

    This message resonates profoundly within the context of reparations for African Americans. Just as Midnight Oil called for recognition and redress of historical injustices, the conversation around reparations seeks to confront the legacy of slavery, systemic racism, and economic disparity that continues to affect African American communities today.

    In this episode, we explore the historical context of reparations—examining the long-standing demands for acknowledgment, restitution, and systemic changes that could pave the way for healing and equity. We also discuss contemporary efforts, including legislative proposals and grassroots movements, that highlight the urgency of this issue.

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    https://youtu.be/ywA79iRmAtQ?s...

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    41 mins
  • Trey’s Table Episode 142: Curtis Yarvin and JD VANCE

    Trey’s Table Episode 142: Curtis Yarvin and JD VANCE
    Oct 1 2024
    In this episode I discuss the relationship between Senator JD Vance and Curtis Yarvin.

    https://youtu.be/VeVhHNSe9Ks?s...
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    21 mins
  • Trey’s Table Episode 141: The Black Woman Wave

    Trey’s Table Episode 141: The Black Woman Wave
    Oct 1 2024
    In this episode I talk about how the Black female vote will be the decisive vote in this election.

    https://youtu.be/1EaP98vbR84?s...
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    1 hr and 16 mins

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