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August 30, 2026 · 2h 26m
Geologists and expert scientists say the back-to-back earthquakes are happening frequently against the norm Listen to a recap of the Sunday, August 23 episode of the BHN Talk Radio Show with Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, Cheryl Smith and Brigitte Jones as they cover feature news story: "Understanding Earthquakes." The show reflects on the recent earthquake calamities worldwide California's predictions from top geologists and scientist, and the truth of the matter versus "fear." As earthquakes are a natural phenomenon that geologists and scientists continue to examine, what's recently noticeable is the large double earthquakes that are happening within seconds and/or minutes--devastating earthquake victims across the world. The shallow earthquakes are also a concern for scientists as human causalities increase from such disasters. A shallow earthquake is an earthquake that originates between the Earth's surface and a depth of 70 kilometers (about 43 miles).
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Jul 30 · 3h 26m
BLACK-IN WEEK 4: The Black press reflects on past Black journalists in history and present journalists, how they adapted to unique, political climates, featuring guest, professional journalist, Dr. Dareia Tolbert Jacobs of Texas.
Jul 30 · 3h 0m
On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Black Headline News launched the "BLACK-IN" campaign in conjunction with the July Fourth holiday weekend, using the first forum in a series to educate viewers about the plight and history of the Black press, urging viewers to support Black media with valid, copious explanations. Week three featured special guests, Pastor Al Green of One Rugged Cross Church and Pastor B.T. Lewis of Rising Star Baptist Church, discussing ways to work with the Black press with award-winning news publishers Cheryl Smith of Texas Metro News, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb of ONME News, and Brigitte Jones of The Bay Area Review.
Jul 15 · 3h 12m
With news publishers, Cheryl Smith, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb and Brigitte Jones, join the BLACK-IN Movement, an initiative started by Black Headline News to inform viewers about the importance of the Black media; meanwhile, learn more about news publishers Smith, Dudley Najieb and Jones as to why they became journalist and publishers. Also, learn more about how to reach the Black media, what the Black media can do and can't do, and how the Black media brings in its income. Meanwhile, special guest Sam Ennon, founder of BOBSA, explains the current status of the Black hair-care industry, nail salons and more after the recent boycott rumors have been floating thru social media.
Jul 6 · 2h 25m
On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Black Headline News launched the the "BLACK-IN" campaign in conjunction with the July Fourth holiday weekend, using the first forum in a series to educate viewers about the plight and history of the Black press, urging viewers to support Black media with valid, copious explanations. Award-winning news publishers Cheryl Smith of Texas Metro News, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb of ONME News, and Brigitte Jones of The Bay Area Review, hosted the five-hour forum, showcasing excerpts of the 1999 film, The Black Press: Soldiers Without Swords, followed by reflective discussion. The documentary details the history of the Black Press, showcasing some of the first-hand sources who were present during key, historical moments in American history and beyond.
Jul 6 · 2h 39m
BLACK-IN 7-2-26-PART 1 'The Black Press Soldiers without Swords' discussion begins On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Black Headline News launched the the "BLACK-IN" campaign in conjunction with the July Fourth holiday weekend, using the first forum in a series to educate viewers about the plight and history of the Black press, urging viewers to support Black media with valid, copious explanations. Award-winning news publishers Cheryl Smith of Texas Metro News, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb of ONME News, and Brigitte Jones of The Bay Area Review, hosted the five-hour forum, showcasing excerpts of the 1999 film, The Black Press: Soldiers Without Swords, followed by reflective discussion. The documentary details the history of the Black Press, showcasing some of the first-hand sources who were present during key, historical moments in American history and beyond.
Jun 22 · 1h 51m
In this epsidoe of BHN Talk Radio, the news hosts reflect on the introductory speech given by former, First Lady Michelle Obama, in reference to her husband, President Barack Obama and the opening of the new center in Chicago. News hosts also focus on the 2026 NBA Champions, the Knick's, jersey- number mishap. Spotlight: Earth, Wind and Fire documentary reveals the ups and downs to success. Finally, young voters are trending toward the Democratic Party position. Recent podcast explains why.
Jun 15 · 1h 56m
In this episode of BHN Talk Show, news hosts, Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, Cheryl Smith and Brigitte Jones review the following breaking news items: NOAA’s National Weather Service announced today that El Nino has developed in the tropical Pacific and issued an El Nino Advisory. El Nino, the warm phase of the El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO), is predicted to intensify to a moderate or strong level this fall. Karmelo Anthony is appealing his recent murder conviction for the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Frisco track meet last year. Spotlight - Here's a brief history of Juneteenth Elections - Part 1: The younger generation voting habit patterns examined
Jun 5 · 2h 4m
Breaking: The National Park Service and Boston police are investigating an act of arson at the Museum of African American History Boston, where a staff member discovered package contents set on fire behind the building on Joy Street in Beacon Hill. More News: Author's Civil War book banned by Trump administration Spotlight: African American Music Appreciation Month Elections: California election fraud claims unfounded
Jun 2 · 1h 50m
In this episode of BHN Talk Show, news hosts Julia Ann Dudley Najieb, Brigitte Jones review the latest breaking news where a federal judge on Friday temporarily blocked the Department of Justice from taking any further action to create, fund or spend money from its so-called Anti-Weaponization Fund as a lawsuit challenging it proceeds. MORE NEWS: Over four years, a Los Angeles school district manager enriched herself with $3 million in kickbacks by working with a tech company executive to deliver $22 million in work, according to allegations in a lawsuit filed by the school district. SPOTLIGHT: Clarence George Carter (1936 - 2026) was an influential American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose career spanned over six decades. SPOTLIGHT: Rob Base & DJ E-Z Rock were an American hiphop duo from Harlem, New York City. Rob Base was the stage name of Robert Ginyard (May 18, 1967 – May 22, 2026) and DJ E-Z Rock was the stage name of Rodney "Skip" Bryce (May 8, 1967 – April 27, 2014). They are best known for the 1988 single "It Takes Two", a "hip-hop staple“ that was a top 40 hit and has been certified platinum by the RIAA. ELECTIONS: Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will win the Democratic primary for Georgia governor in her quest to become the nation’s first Black woman elected governor.If she wins in November, Bottoms also would become the first woman and African American to serve as Georgia’s chief executive. The Miami-Dade Democrat will leave Congress at the end of her ninth term.U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson has announced she will not seek a ninth term in Congress.