In this episode of The Black Lotus Podcast, Josiah welcomed Howard graduates Raymond Murray, who majored in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Hesperia, California, and Keishun Martin, who majored in Economics with a minor in Sociology from Houston, Texas. This insightful conversation touched upon a multitude of engaging topics. From the unique experiences of being Black men in America to the encompassing journey through Howard University, we traversed a rich landscape. Our exploration spanned the depths of Black history, delved into the profound influence of Rap culture, and so much more. This exchange wasn't just enlightening; it was profoundly motivational and an absolute pleasure to record. You're in for a delightful and enriching experience with this episode. And as we always say, as long as y'all show love, we'll stay consistent.
What has life been like Post-Howard - 1:00 “Being at Howard forces you to think” - 4:00
Being Black Men on the Job Market - 5:30
Raymond’s experience as a Howard Student in the Medical Field - 7:50
Keishun’s teaching experience in Milwaukee - 14:00 “If we wanna see change we gotta start with the Children - “21:30” Growing up in Greenwood, Mississippi/The Failure of the Public Education System in the South - “ 23:00 Keishun’s Connection to Emmitt Till - 25:30 Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. and Their Message of Economic Reform - 31:00 Joe Biden’s connection to one of the most racist politicians of the 20th Century - 39:21
The Drew Hall Penitentiary and Freshman year of College - 49:40
How Raymond transformed his life through his mindset - 1:08:12
“Ambition is a Beautiful Thing, but Achieved Ambition is the Greatest Thing” - 1:22:20
Howard’s Impact on our Lives - 1:25:30
Everybody has a story to tell/Keishun’s life-changing encounter with a Homeless Man - 1:41:00
Rethinking our Perspective of the Young Thug and Gunna Situation - 1:53:30
“Girls is Running Rap Right Now” - 2:03:38 Upcoming Larry June & Cardo Tape/Impact of Larry June - 2:07:35
Closing - 2:18:49