Its Up There Podcast

In this powerful episode, Dr. Umar Johnson tackles a range of important topics, starting with Shannon Sharpe's controversial publicity stunt and the impact of accusations (4:15). Dr. Umar shares his views on the intersection of race and cultural validation, pushing back against the idea that Black people are overly eager for Caucasian acceptance (13:25). He dives into the exploitation of Black culture and how, if given the same access to capital, Black communities could thrive independently (22:10). The conversation takes a political turn as Dr. Umar predicts potential violence and unrest surrounding the upcoming election, regardless of the outcome, and highlights how Black people have been scapegoated for political gain (25:55). He also discusses the need for child support reform, offering solutions to protect Black families and address financial inequalities (30:40). Finally, Dr. Umar reflects on his purpose and why he remains committed to his mission, despite facing detractors (33:10). 00:00 - Introduction