THE KENNY BURNS SHOW

Oct 20, 2026 · 50m

Kenny Burns and the crew are back with another episode of TKBS, breaking down the headlines, calling out the hypocrisy, and discussing the stories that have everybody talking! From Elon Musk getting kids involved in investing to robotic cops hitting the streets, political drama, and some unexpected pop culture moments, we're covering it ALL!🎙️THIS WEEK'S HOT TOPICS:📈 ELON MUSK WANTS KIDS INVESTING IN STOCKS?!— What happens when the next generation gets introduced to the stock market through Musk's world? Is this financial literacy for the future or another reason to raise questions about who's influencing our kids?💪🏾 FROM MUSCLE SHIRTS TO FAKE ABS?!— First, the muscle shirt. Now, men are reportedly skipping the gym and turning to plastic surgery for six-pack abs. Have we officially entered the era of manufactured masculinity?📱 CHINESE HACKERS INFILTRATE EIGHT PHONE COMPANIES?!— Reports of hackers breaching eight telecommunications companies and stealing data from more than a million people, including high-profile government officials, raise serious questions about privacy, cybersecurity, and just how safe our personal information really is.🤖 ROBOCOPS HIT THE STREETS OF LA!— The future is here, and it's patrolling the streets. Are robotic police officers the next evolution of public safety, or should we be concerned about surveillance and accountability?🚨 ROBOTIC SECURITY GUARDS IN ATLANTA!— The machines are moving into our neighborhoods, too. Are these high-tech security guards making our communities safer, or are we entering a future nobody asked for?🗳️ IS TRUMP INTERFERING WITH THE MIDTERMS?— Kenny Burns and the crew examine the latest controversy surrounding Trump's actions and what they could mean for American democracy and the upcoming elections.👀 TRUMP SAYS “THEY LOVE ME!”— Stephen A. Smith and Bill Maher have reportedly attempted to distance themselves from Trump, but Trump isn't buying it. Who's really standing on business, and who's switching sides when the political winds change?🌍 TRUMP SIDES WITH PUTIN IN THE WAR AGAINST UKRAINE?— The international drama continues as questions emerge about Trump's position on Russia and Ukraine. What does it mean for America's global alliances and the future of the conflict?🔥 PLUS MORE! We're talking technology, politics, pop culture, power, and everything in between. No topic is off limits when Kenny Burns and the crew get together!💬 **TAP IN AND SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS IN THE COMMENTS!**Do you trust the technology taking over our streets? Is social media changing how men view their bodies? And what's really happening in American politics?Join the conversation, sound off in the comments, and let us know where YOU stand!👍🏾 LIKE | 💬 COMMENT | 🔄 SHARE | 🔔 SUBSCRIBE#TKBSLive #KennyBurns #TheKennyBurnsShow #ElonMusk #Trump #Politics #PopCulture #ArtificialIntelligence #Cybersecurity #Robotics #Atlanta #ChileZachariah #StephenASmith #BillMaher #Ukraine #CurrentEvents #BlackCulture

Oct 13, 2026 · 53m

Kenny Burns and the crew are back LIVE breaking down the headlines, challenging narratives, and discussing the stories you NEED to hear about. From entertainment and politics to online scams and accountability, nothing is off the table!🇺🇸 POLITICS👀 Is America Being Set Up for an Internal Attack? — Kenny Burns and the crew examine growing concerns about political tensions, national security, and what Americans should be paying attention to.💻 Ukraine, Russian Data Centers & Bot Activity — Reports of Ukrainian strikes on Russian data infrastructure raise questions about cyberwarfare, online influence, and the digital forces shaping what we see on the internet.🔥 TRENDING TOPICS🎨 Beware of Scammers! — We’re talking alleged art theft, questions about cultural appropriation, and concerns surrounding people who profit from the stories and struggles of marginalized communities.⚖️ CONSEQUENCES FOR YOUR ACTIONS — Who gets held accountable, who gets away with it, and why does accountability seem to look different depending on who you are?🚨 Philadelphia’s “Pedophile Hunters” Arrested — A group accused of targeting alleged predators is now facing serious allegations of robbery, kidnapping, and extortion. When does vigilante justice cross the line into criminal activity?💥 Plus MORE hot takes, real conversations, and unfiltered commentary on the issues shaping our culture and communities.👍🏾 LIKE | 💬 COMMENT | 🔄 SHARE | 🔔 SUBSCRIBEDon’t just watch the conversation. BE PART OF IT!#TKBSLive #KennyBurns #TheKennyBurnsShow #Morehouse #Politics #PopCulture #CurrentEvents #Cyberwarfare #ArtTheft #Accountability #BlackCulture

Oct 6, 2026 · 56m

When personality becomes power, who controls the narrative?This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns is back for Episode 207: CULT OF PERSONALITY, unpacking another wild week where politics, pop culture, influence, and identity collide.From the Department of Defense’s evolving image, new requirements, and a MAGA-fueled message raising eyebrows, to the growing question of how politics is being packaged and sold to the American public, TKBS looks beyond the headlines at what these moments say about the culture.Then, the conversation turns to actor Da’Vinchi, whose comments surrounding the African American experience and slavery sparked a heated debate about history, identity, and who gets to define the Black American experience.Plus, Gloria Velez has plenty to say about today’s video vixens and the evolution of an era she helped define, and Kenny Burns is breaking down the responsibility, the farce of the internet celebrity, and the enormous power of today’s digital personalities.From Washington to the timeline, everybody has an opinion—but when influence becomes more powerful than information, are we following ideas or simply following personalities? #TheKennyBurnsShow #TKBSLive #KennyBurns #CultOfPersonality #DaVinchi #GloriaVelez #KaiCenat #GorgeousDoll #PopCulture #Politics #BlackCulture #EntertainmentNews #CultureTalk

Sep 29, 2026 · 41m

This week on The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns is back on the mic with his unfiltered take on another week where culture, entertainment and politics all collided.Kenny kicks things off with a recap of the BMAC Gala, ODYSEY, and the continued cultural impact of A Different World, before diving into some of the biggest conversations making headlines.From Peter Thiel’s comments about evil and competence, to the Trump administration’s use of taxpayer-funded government messaging that critics have characterized as pro-MAGA propaganda, Kenny breaks down what’s being said, what it means, and why we should be paying attention.Then it’s back to the culture with a recap of the MTV Video Music Awards, the moments everybody’s talking about, and Kenny’s perspective on where music, media and pop culture are headed next.It’s entertainment. It’s politics. It’s culture. And, as always, Kenny is connecting the dots through more than three decades of experience inside the business.Press play and join the conversation as The Kenny Burns Show continues to INFORM, IMPACT & INSPIRE!🎧 Stream the full episode now on your favorite podcast platform.#TheKennyBurnsShow #KennyBurns #TKBS #PopCulture #BlackCulture #EntertainmentNews #MusicCulture #BMAC #VMAs #ADifferentWorld #Culture #Podcast

Sep 22, 2026 · 52m

On this week’s episode of The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with Grammy Award-winning artist and one of Hip-Hop’s most respected lyricists, Rapsody, for a conversation about evolution, purpose, and the power of staying true to your voice.From carving out her own lane in Hip-Hop to becoming one of the most celebrated storytellers of her generation, Rapsody reflects on the experiences, lessons, and creative growth that have shaped her illustrious career. She opens up about the evolution of her sound, embracing new layers of herself as both a woman and an artist, and the inspiration behind her new album, God’s Got An Afro with Gold Hoops.This is more than a conversation about music—it’s about growth, identity, purpose, and trusting the journey.Tap in for Episode 205 of The Kenny Burns Show: A Conversation with Rapsody.🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform.#TheKennyBurnsShow #TKBS #Rapsody #KennyBurns #GodsGotAnAfroWithGoldHoops #HipHop #WomenInHipHop #RapMusic #NewMusic #MusicCulture #BlackCulture #HipHopCulture

Sep 15, 2026 · 57m

You know the hits. You know the sound. And you DEFINITELY know the voice: “Ladies and gentlemen…” 🎶🔥On this week’s episode of The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with legendary hitmaker, producer and cultural force Jazze Pha for a conversation about the music, moments and lessons behind an illustrious career that helped define an era.From creating records that became the soundtrack to a generation to working alongside some of the biggest names in music, Jazze takes Kenny behind the boards and beyond the hits to reveal what it really takes to create something that connects with the CULTURE.This is more than a conversation about hit records. It’s about instinct, creativity, relationships, resilience and longevity.Because after an iconic career filled with music, memories, wins and lessons, one thing remains clear:EVERY LESSON IS A BLESSING. 🙏🏾INFORM. IMPACT. INSPIRE.#TheKennyBurnsShow #TKBS #KennyBurns #JazzePha #Hitmaker #MusicProducer #MemphisMusic #ATL #SouthernHipHop #RnB #HipHop #MusicIndustry #BlackMusic #BlackCulture #MusicHistory #EveryLessonIsABlessing #InformImpactInspire

Sep 8, 2026 · 50m

You know the icons. You know the music. You know the moments. But do you know the architects who helped build them?On Episode 203 of The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with legendary cultural architect Devyne Stephens for a conversation about the vision, hustle and history behind an iconic career that helped shape generations of entertainment.From working behind the scenes to helping develop and launch some of the biggest names in music into superstardom, to creating that swag of today’s culture, Devyne takes us inside an era when Atlanta wasn’t simply participating in culture—it was becoming one of the most important forces driving it.And when Devyne makes the case that ATLANTA IS THE BIRTHPLACE OF ENTERTAINMENT, you’re going to want to hear the history behind it.This is a conversation about more than music. It’s about vision, entrepreneurship, artist development, legacy and the architects behind the culture we know today.If you want to understand how stars are really made, how Atlanta became ATLANTA and what the next generation can learn from the people who helped build the blueprint—this episode is for you.INFORM. IMPACT. INSPIRE.#TheKennyBurnsShow #TKBS #KennyBurns #DevyneStephens #Atlanta #AtlantaMusic #ATL #MusicIndustry #ArtistDevelopment #BlackMusic #BlackCulture #EntertainmentIndustry #MusicBusiness #CulturalArchitect #InformImpactInspire

Sep 1, 2026 · 57m

What does it take to create music that doesn’t just survive the moment—but becomes part of people’s lives?On Episode 202 of The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with incomparable singer, songwriter, producer, and independent soul music pioneer Eric Roberson for a conversation about creativity, longevity, purpose, and the power of staying true to your sound.From his early days navigating the music industry to becoming one of the most respected voices in independent R&B and soul, Eric reflects on the journey, lessons, and relationships that have allowed him to build a career on his own terms. Eric Roberson shares with Kenny Burns about the evolution of R&B, the importance of protecting your creativity, and why making timeless music instead of chasing trends has allowed him to connect with audiences across generations.Roberson also opens up about his new book, taking the wisdom and experiences from his incredible career beyond the music and putting his story on the page.This is more than a conversation about songs and success—it’s about legacy, evolution, ownership, and understanding that longevity comes from knowing exactly who you are.Tap in for The Kenny Burns Show, Episode 202: A Conversation with Eric Roberson as we continue to Inform, Impact & Inspire while celebrating the people who continue to move culture forward.

Aug 25, 2026 · 53m

On Episode 201 of The Kenny Burns Show, Kenny Burns sits down with the incomparable Affion Crockett for a conversation about evolution, longevity and the power of betting on your gifts.From his early days as a dancer to becoming one of the most recognizable comedic talents of his generation, Affion breaks down the pivots, opportunities and defining moments that transformed his passion for entertaining into an illustrious career spanning comedy, television, film, music and digital culture.Affion and Kenny reflect on the art of reinvention, finding your lane without allowing it to define your limits, navigating an ever-changing entertainment industry and the discipline behind making people laugh while continuing to evolve creatively.This is more than a conversation about comedy—it’s about timing, talent, versatility and having the courage to pivot when purpose calls.Tap in for another unforgettable conversation as The Kenny Burns Show continues to Inform, Impact & Inspire. #TKBS