Power of the Black Dollar

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08/30/20 • 45 min

Sunday Sips: Talks About the Culture with Kala and Desi

Imagine the possibilities of unlocking $1.4 trillion. What could we as a people do if we collectively gained control of our money? In episode 14 of Sunday Sips, Kala and Desi discuss exactly that. Desi makes boozy cappuccinos while Kala puts her business degree to work in educating Desi, and listeners, on ‘The Power of the Black Dollar’.

Previous Episode

Hood Rich

In episode 13, Desi whips out Hennessy to get started on the topic Hood Rich. Kala brings some fire news in her segment "In Case You Haven't Heard", and one story in particular hits close to home. Both ladies then go through the topic of hood rich and what is at the root of people spending money on material goods as opposed to necessities and building long-term wealth. With discussions revolving around: systemic racism, popular culture, social media, friend groups, and lessons on money growing up; no stone is left unturned as Kala and Desi give an open and vulnerable conversation with a mix of laughs and Henn-spired rants. Be sure to listen in to the very end and Kala gives a preview to the topic for episode 14!

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What draws people to True Crime TV? How have stories of violence become one of America's largest guilty pleasures? In episode 15 of Sunday Sips, Kala and Desi explore just that. With Ique Merlot poured (what pairs better with true crime than red wine), both women talk through the history and psychology of criminal justice in America paired with media influence. While more question may arise than what are answered, it is still worth asking "What draws us into true crime culture?".