Its Up There Podcast

Dr. Umar Johnson returns with an unfiltered conversation tackling some of the most controversial topics in Black culture today. In this powerful Part 2, he breaks his silence on Diddy's RICO case and Cassie's explosive testimony, questioning the legal system’s use of the Mann Act against Black men. He calls out LeBron James for staying silent about police violence in Akron while being vocal on international issues like Palestine, exposing the politics of selective activism. This full episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants to understand how white supremacy, celebrity culture, and interracial dating intersect. Dr. Umar Johnson dives deep into the psychology behind Black men dating white women—calling it a form of political surrender—and critiques Shannon Sharpe’s viral "Snow Bunny" relationships. He argues that these dating choices are not just personal but send clear signals of loyalty to white power structures. We also unpack Cassie's lawsuit against Diddy, the racial dynamics of